Naked with Cari Champion The Black Effect Network

UPDATE: Amanda is currently on The Unlikeable Tour

Is Amanda Seales misunderstood or just an unfiltered unapologetic loud voice, and you have to be informed on the topics before you can understand her critiques? 

Seales is a Comedian and Common Sense Specialist and the creator of Smart, Funny & Black Radio. She gained her notoriety after making the radical decision to move across the country from New York to California and within four months was cast in HBO’s Insecure as Tiffany Dubois, she also explains how this character came to life.

As she continues to grow her online community and within the public eye, it’s not without a little backlash but we have a feeling, she won’t go quietly into the night…in fact, she might just get louder and louder and LOUDER.

Get informed: AmandaSeales.com

Connect: @CariChampion @AmandaSeales
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Highlight: Jocelyn Bioh received five Tony Award nominations for her play, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Shop.

Broadway is evolving. With artists like Michael R Jackson, Jordan E Cooper, and our guest today, Jocelyn Bioh, Broadway is becoming a home for our stories.  As a Harlem native, Bioh was inspired to tell the story of the women we all have encountered, if/when you've ever visited Harlem. The women who feed the neighborhood's economy and provide a quintessential need. Every person who has visited a salon, deeply understands that getting your hair braided; is a well-rounded experience, perhaps even spiritual. Bioh shares this never-been-told intimate transformation with her audiences on Broadway!

The play, "Jaja's African Hair Braiding" is now on Broadway with its 2nd extended run till November 19th.  

Learn More: Jaja's African Hair Braiding

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Connect: @CariChampion @JJBioh
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Linsey Davis, an ABC News anchor, discusses her career as a journalist and the challenges of remaining neutral in today's society. She shares her passion for telling meaningful stories and the importance of impactful journalism. Linsey also talks about the changing landscape of media, with the rise of streaming platforms and the ability for individuals to create their brand of television.

In this conversation,  Linsey and Cari discuss the importance of having uncomfortable conversations and the lack of nuance in today's society. They explore the challenges of discussing faith and personal beliefs in media and the need for empathy and understanding in conversations overall.

Linsey shares her experience as a children's author and the importance of representation and diversity in children's books. 

Connect: @CariChampion @LinseyDavis

Learn More: LinseyDavis.com

Read: Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before
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MC Lyte discusses her latest single and the challenges of finding a successful relationship as a successful woman. She emphasizes the importance of being open and vulnerable in relationships and the difficulty of finding a partner who can match her frequency. The conversation also touches on the evolution of relationships and the changing dynamics between men and women. MC Lyte talks about her role as a producer in the Broadway revival of The Wiz and her upcoming projects as a director and musician. She expresses gratitude for the impact she has had on the culture and her intentions as a multi-hyphenated artist moving forward.

Connect: @CariChampion @McLyte

Attend: The WIZ on Broadway

Learn More: MCLyteNow.com
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In this episode, Cari Champion discusses the experiences of young black female athletes in the sports industry with Sanya Richards Ross, a decorated track and field star. They explore the narratives surrounding athletes like Angel Reese and Sha'Carri Richardson, who have faced praise and criticism for their outspokenness and success. The conversation delves into the challenges and expectations placed on black women in sports, the importance of authenticity, and the lessons that life teaches us. Sanya Richards Ross also shares her own experiences, and announces her involvement in various projects; including a pajama line, covering the Olympics, and a return to the Real Housewives of Atlanta.

Connect: @CariChampion @SanyaRichiRoss

Learn More: SRR.com
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In this conversation, B. Monét discusses her origin story, inspirations, and journey to becoming a filmmaker. She emphasizes the importance of black girl representation in media and the need for softness and care in storytelling.

She also discusses the challenges she faced at NYU and the power of film; as a medium for expressing emotions and showcasing the full humanity of black women.

Her new film, “Black Girls” is a love letter to emphasize the importance of Black girl joy and self-care, as well as the power of sisterhood among Black women. Highlighting the importance of connection and seeing each other. Monet understands the impact of centering Black women's experiences and is dedicated to making this a common thread within her work.  

Connect: @CariChampion @DirectherBMonet

Watch the Trailer: BLACK GIRLS Trailer

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Learn More: B-Monet.com
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