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Rocki’s Reality
by Detroit is Different
Rocki’s Reality educates and entertains with unfiltered and unapologetic discourse about culture, entertainment, and relationships. The award-winning show is one of the longest-running on the Motor City Woman Radio Network. Celebrities, entrepreneurs, influencers, and others share personal and professional insights. The show also features dynamic music guests. Notable guests include Anthony Hamilton, Monie Love, BETH, and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. Past topics include Criminal Legal Reform, the Cannabis Industry, Infertility, Mental Health Awareness, Open Marriages, and more. Host/Producer Raquelle “Rocki” Harris strives to become an influential media presence via multiple platforms. She is an engaging personality who writes, edits, and conveys relevant content. She is sought after to cover entertainment, events, and issues that affect and reflect black culture. Her preeminent communication style produces informative and revelatory interviews. She also enjoys highlighting minority-o
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Soledad O'Brien // Erika Bryant
Award-winning documentarian, journalist, speaker, author and founder of SOB Productions Soledad O'Brien discusses her impactful body of work. Emmy-nominated TV producer, director, author, and founder of Iron Orchid Media, Erika Bryant discusses her new book Doing It Scared In Love & Relationships.
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When The Smoke Clears // Zania Alaké
The cast of When The Smoke Clears shares insight on the psychological thriller. Zania Alaké returns with her new single "Bare Your Soul."
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Isaac Gordon // Dr. Bryanne Standifer-Barrett
Isaac Gordon is the founder of one of the few Black owned booking agencies, Break Point Booking. Dr. Bryanne Standifer-Barrett is a Board Certified Internist, Menopause Specialist, and Black Girl Vitamins Medical Advisor. Air date: August 27, 2026
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Black Business Month
Black Business Month features Monica Sholar-Anderson of Remembering Cherubs and Raeshawn Bumphers of Pink Poodle Bridal. Monica led an initiative to declare August as Black Women's Health Month in Detroit. Raeshawn is the leading Black-owned bridal and formal wear retailer in Metro Detroit.
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Bennie Taylor // David Roberts
Join us as we welcome two dynamic Detroit natives -- @bennie_t_7 shares about his role in an impressive slate of six upcoming feature films alongside industry titans John Travolta, John Cena, Keegan-Michael Key, Julia Stiles. Later, David Roberts reveals how over 22 years with @espn led to legacy...
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Jemele Hill
Multi-award-winning journalist, author, sports expert, and Detroit native Jemele Hill shares her 'Uphill' journey.
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Jamar Hart
Celebrity stylist/Model and Detroit Native, Jamar Hart shares how his journey from Detroit to LA has led to work with Beyoncé, Muni Long, Serena Williams, Puma, Nike, and more.
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Marv Neal // Dr. Eddie Connor
Marv Neal discusses the Fashion Tastemakers event with Detroit Fashion Community. Dr. Eddie Connor discusses his 20th bestselling book, "Unhappily Successful." Originally aired on July 9, 2026.
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Swifty McVay // Joe Smith
Swifty McVay discusses D12 Forever Vol. 1. Joe Smith discusses filmmaking and directing. Originally aired June 11, 2026.
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Queen of Cartier // Kwende Ried
Queen of Cartier Candice Thomas discusses the Cartier trunk show. Kwende Ried discusses music, movies, and community leadership. Originally aired on June 4, 2026.
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Akon and Tone Tone
Akon and Tone Tone discuss the rebirth of "Waddupdoe" released on Konvict Kulture, the music biz and more!
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Shaka Senghor
New York Times Bestselling Author and Resilience Expert, Shaka Senghor discusses his latest book "How To Be Free: A Guide To Escaping Life's Prisons" @shakasenghor
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Eric Bellinger
Grammy-winning singer/songwriter, Eric Bellinger shares why he's R\&B's best kept secret.
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Raheem DeVaughn
Mr. Quiet Storm, Raheem DeVaughn discusses the 20th anniversary of his debut album The Love Experience, his 20 Lessons of Love tour and more! LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku! #rockisreality #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #rnb #raheemdevaughn #theloveking...
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Keithian
Keithian discusses his album, Human | Sinner.
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Afro Unicorn
April Showers grows the Afro Unicorn empire!
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Sulaiman Mausi of The Black Promoters Collective
Sulaiman Mausi joins us to share his industry insight as the Senior VP of The Black Promoters Collective, the largest Black-owned live entertainment company in the United States. This year is historic as the company is projected to earn over $100 million in expected revenue. Watch LIVE on…
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Meg Watt of Soul Heal Sound and Asaka The Renegade
September is Self-Care Awareness Month. Tap in as @soulhealsound shares her journey to wellness and how she helps others reach peace. Next up, @asakatherenegade will come thru to discuss his latest single as he heads out on tour with @tpain! Watch LIVE on YouTube, Facebook and Roku.…
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BETH is Back!
grownfolksmusic #CallMe #relationships We're baaaack with @bethalwayssings! Fun fact: BETH was one of our guests when @rockisreality debuted 7 years ago. Join us LIVE to catch up and watch the sensual visuals for her latest single, "Call Me." Tap in on SOUL TV's Facebook page and on Roku. Also on...
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Bigg Von discusses "Demented"
Original air date: October 10, 2024 Producer/Director @iambiggvon is back to chat about his new horror mini-series, DEMENTED, streaming on @tubi and @primevideo. Join us LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku. #rockisreality #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #horror…
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Marv Neal on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: September 19, 2024 I love welcoming back previous guests … @marvneal has styled celebrities and sets from the hood to Hollywood! His roster boasts a bevy of work including @vogueitalia, @gap, @bmfstarz, @tonibraxton @icewear_vezzo, @mizkorona, @iamsodeelishis and much more.…
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Lazar Favors on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: September 12, 2024 I chat with @lazarlegacyliaison, the CEO OF @tasteofblackspirits about The 5th Annual Detroit Black Film Festival and Taste of Black Spirits. The blend of Cinema, Culture and Cocktails will feature hundreds of Black filmmakers and Black owned spirits. Watch...
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Cast of When The Smoke Clears Stage Play
Original Air Date: September 5, 2024 Every family has its fair share of secrets! Join me as I chat with the cast of When the Smoke Clears stage play. LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku (SOUL TV). #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #whenthesmokeclearsstageplay...
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Black Women Rock // We Are Scorpio
Original Air Date: August 29, 2024 Part 2 of this week’s show: @jessicacaremoor and @steffchris of @wearescorpio discuss their debut album and the 20th Anniversary of @blackwomenrock, the ultimate experience of punk, rock, soul and funk featuring over 20 dynamic artists/musicians/performers.…
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DirectHER Wendy Raquel Robinson
Original Air Date: August 29, 2024 This week is a two-part show featuring dynamic queens! Part 1: Infidelity, desire, and betrayal collide in @iamwendyraquel’s feature directorial debut. When two couples’ worlds intertwine, a web of lies and deceit unravels a tangled mess of bedsheets and broken...
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Sherrie Savage of The Coloring Museum
Original Air Date: August 15, 2024 NationalBlackbusinessmonth continues with Sherrie Savage of @thecoloringmuseum! Sherrie is a seasoned color enthusiast with nearly two decades of multimedia expertise and the driving force behind The Coloring Museum and @naturallyillustrated. Tap in LIVE on...
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Get Money with Gwen Jimmere
Original Air Date: August 8, 2024 If pivot was a person it would be Gwen Jimmere! As the founder of @naturalicious_beauty, she helps thousands of women AND men keep their coils in check. She is also the creator of @thegwenshow where she delivers tangible tips on how to earn and maximize your…
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National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month with Dr. Rose Moten
Original Air Date: July 18, 2024 Prepare to BLOOM with @drrosemoten , a psychologist, trauma healing specialist, author, speaker and transformation strategist. No time better than the present for a discussion about National Minority Mental Health Awareness month. Join us LIVE on Facebook, YouTube...
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Nyreisha and C.A.L. on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: July 11, 2024 It’s hotter than July and we are bringing it with two dynamic artists. Join us LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku, 7-7:30 pm with @nyreisha__ , and 7:30-8pm with @calalstonmusic. #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #rockisreality...
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Damon Fletcher on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: June 27, 2024 Part 2 of Black Music Month wraps with singer/songwriter @thedamonfletcher whohas received support from titans such as @neyo, @llcoolj, @summerwalker and more! He discusses his sophomore EP The Great Experience. Join us LIVE to unpack their respective careers....
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Donald DeP Paige on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: June 27, 2024 Black Music Month wraps with two dynamic singers/songwriters! @thinkdep of @thinkdepent is a GRAMMY-winning multihyphenate whose résumé includes work with @beyonce , @usher , @aliciakeys and others. @thedamonfletcher has received support from titans such as @neyo,...
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Courtney Benjamin on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: June 13, 2024 Black Music Month continues with a conversation on the Business of Music. Tap in LIVE as one of the best in the game drops about the business behind music. unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #blackmusicmonth #benjaminentgroup
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DJ Rue on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: June 6, 2024 Do U know @_iamrue? Black Music Month kicks off with a bonafide music architect and one of the best DJs in The D! Tap in and get to know her, LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku. #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #rockisreality...
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Ask Jenn on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: May 23, 2024 It don't stop! Mompreneurs in May continues next week with my fellow Aries and media extraordinaire, @ask.jenn. Tap in LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku. #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #askjennshow #askjenn #mompreneursinMay
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Reshonda Tate on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: May 2, 2024 Mompreneurs in May kicks off with author, speaker, publisher and producer, ReShonda Tate. She is the national bestselling author of more than 50 books, two of which were made into movies. The NAACP Award winner is also a well-respected journalist and former TV News...
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Chauntel Nelson on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: April 25, 2024 Join us as I chat with the CEO of @theclevercurationgroup, @chauntelthe1. The multihypenate maven has been puttin’ in work in the industry with a plethora of heavy hitters. She recently made history as the Creator, Executive Producer and Director of Center Circle...
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Be'N Original and Dakari Eli on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: April 18, 2024 The duo behind Urban Magazine will share their storied journeys as multihyphenates in the creative space. Watch LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku. #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment #relationships #urbanmagazine #benoriginal #dakarieli
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Carita Miller and Ari B on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: April 11, 2024 Music Supervisor, @caritamontezmiller joins us tomorrow to share the 411 on Music Supervision and more! Singer and my fellow Aries, @officialari.b will also appear. Watch LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Roku. #unfiltered #unapologetic #culture #entertainment...
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Marcus Devine on Rocki's Reality
Original Air Date: April 4, 2024 Marcus Da Heatmizer Devine joins us to discuss his esteemed career as a producer, singer, songwriter, engineer, musical director and more. His resume includes work with heavyweights such as Ashanti, Charlie Wilson, Silk, Destiny’s Child, 112, Dave Hollister,...
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Anisha B. Crooms on Rocki's Reality
Original Airdate: March 28, 2024 @ 7pm Women’s History Month wraps with @ms_shi_shi, (Pronounced Un- She-Ah or An She Ah), CEO/Founder of @briclynent and Booking Agent. Along with produced events, her roster features seminal artists such as Eric Roberson, Mumu Fresh, Adam Blackstone and others.…
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Mama Shu on Rocki's Reality
Original Airdate: March 21, 2024 @ 7pm Women’s History Month continues as @mamashuuuu shares her journey of triumph from tragedy. We will discuss @theavalonvillage, her various accolades — including CNN Hero in one of USA Today’s Women of the Year — and any upcoming projects. We will also discuss...
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Alison Vaughn on Rocki's Reality
Original Airdate: March 7, 2024 @ 7pm Tap in as @therealmsgoaldigger, Goldman Sachs scholar, and founder of Jackets for Jobs, @alisonvaughntv joins me for Women’s History Month! She will share how she has helped over 40K individuals to get ready for work. Also, we will discuss her partnership…
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Swifty McVay
Rocki's Reality wsg. Swifty McVay The #1 podcast for unfiltered and unapologetic Culture, Entertainment and Relationships is back! Season 8 premieres with the undeniably dope, @mcvayd12. Tap in as we discuss the 20th anniversary of D12 World, his audio book, The Seventh Star, which comes with…
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J. Ivy
Rocki's Reality J. Ivy - LIVE broadcast aired on 12/07/2023 Next up! 2X Grammy-winning poet, @j_ivy brings The Light Inside to @rockisreality. Learn how his actions led to the creation of a new @recordingacademy category, and his storied career that includes work with seminal artists such as...
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Brandon Williams
Rocki's Reality Brandon Williams - LIVE broadcast aired on 11/30/2023 Grammy Nominated Producer, Artist, and Musician Brandon Williams talks to Rocki about his journey in music, from his beginnings to his latest work!
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Latonya Garth and Lauri G
Rocki's Reality Latonya Garth and Lauri G - LIVE broadcast aired on 11/09/2023 Latonya Garth shares about IMAGINE Mentoring Program and her event space LG's Place, and Lauri G discusses her new album, Cries of a Big Girl.
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Jamel Randall
Rocki's Reality Jamel Randall - LIVE broadcast aired on 10/26/2023 Jamel Randall discusses how he has impacted and shifted the culture of wellness in our community.
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Maurice "Pirahnahead" Herd
Rocki's Reality Maurice "Pirahnahead" Herd - LIVE broadcast aired on 10/19/2023 Detroit music legend Piranhahead discusses his 30-year career working with artists such as Victoria Monet, Sy Smith, Carmen Rodgers, P-Funk, Lucky Daye and more.
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Brian Courtney Wilson
Rocki's Reality Brian Courtney Wilson - LIVE broadcast aired on 10/05/2023 Brian Courtney Wilson discusses his career as Gospel singer/songwriter, shares his Billboard Gospel and Mediabase Gospel Number 1 song “Always Peace,” from his LIVE album Transitions, and more! #unfiltered #unapologetic...
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Emcee, Entrepreneur and Influencer Ro Spit
Rocki's Reality Emcee, Entrepreneur and Influencer Ro Spit LIVE broadcast aired on 10/29/2023 Ro Spit discusses his entrepreneurial journey, DJing, acting, global brand partnerships, and more.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Rocki’s Reality educates and entertains with unfiltered and unapologetic discourse about culture, entertainment, and relationships. The award-winning show is one of the longest-running on the Motor City Woman Radio Network. Celebrities, entrepreneurs, influencers, and others share personal and professional insights. The show also features dynamic music guests. Notable guests include Anthony Hamilton, Monie Love, BETH, and Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib. Past topics include Criminal Legal Reform, the Cannabis Industry, Infertility, Mental Health Awareness, Open Marriages, and more. Host/Producer Raquelle “Rocki” Harris strives to become an influential media presence via multiple platforms. She is an engaging personality who writes, edits, and conveys relevant content. She is sought after to cover entertainment, events, and issues that affect and reflect black culture. Her preeminent communication style produces informative and revelatory interviews. She also enjoys highlighting minority-o
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