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somindboggling journeys
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Join me as I live out my wildest creative dreams on this "somindboggling journey." Meet a few of my friends, collaborators, teachers and inspirations along the way as we pursue the dream while living the in-between #somindboggling
Episodes
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S6:E3 - Slaying Stereotypes and Societal Stagnation with Director Melissa Mowry
In this episode, we chat with performer, theatre maker and director Melissa Mowry. Melissa is at the helm of the reimagined classic tale of Dracula called “Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy Story, Really?” written by playwright Kate Hamill. This play challenges long-held societal norms about…
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S6:E2 - 'Agency for the Lost...and Found' with Playwright Serena Norr
In this episode, we chat with playwright Serena Norr of "Agency for the Lost." You may remember Serena from when we first spoke to her and the cast of the short play "Vitality and Purpose." We are collaborating again - now our 4th time - on Serena's full-length play "Agency for the Lost" which...
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S6:E1 - Nine Years and One Week Ago...
As "somindboggling journeys" enters its sixth season, I reflect back on the podcast's first published episode, where I was, who I was with and how it felt taking a big step in the direction of a dream. The Links: Black Alumni Weekend @ UVA University of Virginia McIntire School of Commerce...
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S5:E13 - Actor and Author Ebbe Bassey Introduces Us to Her Extraordinary Hero on World Down Syndrome Day
For this episode, I sit down with actor/children's book author Ebbe Bassey to put a spotlight on Ebbe's journey as a mother of a young girl with Down syndrome, Anoushka. As today is World Down Syndrome Day, Ebbe shares the various challenges that she's had to come up against which inspired her to...
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S5:E12 - Dr. Morgan Maxwell and Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe Introduce 'For Me Maternity' Robe for New Moms
Past podcast guest Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe returns to the podcast, and this time he brings Dr. Morgan Maxwell to discuss their collaboration on the creation of the one-of-a-kind Gigi Luxury Hands-Free Pumping Robe by For Me Maternity. They share their journey from the initial concept to the final...
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S5:E11 - Filmmaker and Multi-Hyphenate Tony Clomax
We are lucky to have filmmaker and multi-hyphenate Tony Clomax on this episode of 'somindboggling journeys.' His journey is 'somindboggling' indeed as he wears the hats of: creator, director, screenwriter, producer, editor and tenured-track professor. He shares what it's like juggling all the...
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S5:E10 - Meet the Playwright and Cast of 'Vitality and Purpose'
Meet the writer and cast for the upcoming short play "Vitality and Purpose." Writer Serena Norr created the characters of Delfie, Clarence, Frau and Dr. Frau to examine how we determine what truly makes us feel happy and whole. This play will be brought to life by Emily Leibert, Stephanie…
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S5:E9 - 'Igniting the Fire Within' with Kyera Keenne
In this episode, Kyera [pronounced ky-ra] discusses her journey as a singer, writer, and entrepreneur. She shares her passion for natural hair care and the inspiration behind her e-book “Hair Symphony: The Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Your Hair Type.” Kyera emphasizes the importance of…
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S5:E8 - 'Living Just Enough for the City' with Lauren Foster-Lee
Join me this week as I sit down with actor Lauren Foster-Lee. I loved this chat with Lauren, as she reminds me of myself when I first started out on this #somindboggling journey and needed to (1) adjust to new surroundings (2) adjust to new ways of being and (3) set out on an unknown path while...
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S5:E7 - Dreams, Magic and Miracle Baby with Ch-a Mosley & Baby Naomi
If you have lived long enough, you've experienced a hardship or two. As we get older, the realities of life rear its not-so-pretty head whether in the form of sickness and/or death, disappointments, heartbreak, injustice and/or atrocities on a larger level. Life be life’ing, as they say. So when...
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S5:E6 - Back-to-School with Mother/Daughter Duo Kimon and Kambry Jackson
In this episode, meet one of my long-time friends - of over 30 years! - loving mother and supportive friend Kimon and her sweet, smart-as-a-whip daughter, Kambry. With summer vacation coming to a close and the new school year beginning, moms are kicking it into high-gear. Listen in as Kimon…
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S5:E5 - Insurance Specialist for Artists Jim Bracchitta
In the previous episode, I shared an update on the status of my insurance. On this episode, we have insurance specialist for artists who is also an actor, Jim Bracchitta, on the show to help us demystify the process of keeping ourselves insured while on our artistic paths. As the Associate…
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S5:E4 - Artist Update - Solo
Here's a life/artist update with Summer 2023 underway! The Links: Listen to Episode 1 of Season 4 to hear why Steph and I started "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron The Entertainment Fund (formerly known as 'The Actors Fund') as a resource for health care understanding and support Getting annual...
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S5:E3 - Fashion Designer Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe and Historical Curator Kimberly Annece Henderson on Writing Books While Celebrating and Supporting Each Other Along the Journey
Kimberly Annece Henderson and Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe are former classmates and friends from Durham, NC who are now in the Big Apple pursuing their individual dreams while supporting and celebrating each other along the way. Kimberly is a historical curator and researcher who has contributed on The...
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S5:E2 - Actor/Writer Krystle N Adams speaks on her play 'See No Color' and our upcoming reading together
Krystle N Adams is an actor, a writer, a wife and a mother, just to name a few of her many roles. Krystle and I first met in 2018 while performing as sisters in a play written by Joan Bigwood titled "Or Current Resident." Since then, we have worked on in-person and virtual readings, including…
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S5:E1 - Special Birthday Episode - Solo
Hey y'all hey! Today is my birthday, and I wanted to give you a little update on what's been going on. In this episode, I talk about my AM/daily routine, weekend plans leading up to my birthday and strengthening my self-love. Here's to another trip around the sun! #somindboggling The Links: Habit...
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S4:E13 - BONUS - 'Bringing in the New Year' with Stand-up Comic, Writer, Actor and Attorney Andrea Coleman
Andrea Coleman is a stand-up comedian, actor, writer and accomplished lawyer. She first appeared on the podcast in 2017 with Ekwa Msangi (Listen to Part I and Part 2) to speak about her lead role in the web series “All My Friends Are Married” by Mercedes Brazier-Thurman. Andrea shares how the...
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S4:E8 - Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas Eve!
Ok, so in all transparency - this is Episode #8 because the scheduling was thrown off, and I did not have an episode ready in time to post for you. Soooo there was no Episode #8 at the time (there was no Episode #2 as well - but that's coming!). I'm learning and growing, and so appreciative of…
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S4:E12 - 'Blooming Where We're Planted' with Stephanie Williams (Part 2 of The Artist's Way)
Stephanie Williams is BACK! Stephanie has returned to catch us up on where she is with her artist dates + morning pages, bringing Season 4 full-circle. She shares the transformative experience she had going to Cape Town, South Africa and updates us on her one woman show. I share my own artistic...
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S4:E11 - The 'Power of the Pause' with Life Editor Kibi Anderson
Kibi Anderson is an entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, visionary and now life coach. With an extensive background in strategy, business development, media, entertainment, tech, finance, and entrepreneurship, Kibi combined her learnings and founded "Life Editor" -- a coaching offering focused on…
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S4:E10 - Darlene Hope on 'Keeping Hope Alive' Throughout the Years of an Acting Career
Darlene Hope is an accomplished multi-hyphenate actor in New York City who just wrapped a production with The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. She starred in their production of "Florence and Mojo" by Alice Childress, who holds the esteemed title of being the first African American woman to win...
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S4:E9 - Holiday Healing with Therapist Megan Stocker Headley
Megan Stocker Headley and I met while resident assistants (RA's) at the University of Virginia — my alma mater. I was struck by her beautiful groundedness and ability to be completely in the moment. She studied Biology and Psychology, with a minor in Art History. Since graduating, Megan has…
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S4:E7 - 'Orange Is the New Black' Actor Miriam Morales on the Industry, Being a Content Creator, and Staying True to You
Miriam is an actor, lifestyle creator, and writer who joins us for this episode of the podcast. She shares what it's like juggling an acting career and life as a content creator, all while working a 9-to-5 job. She also shares what it felt like to book her first recurring role as Ramona “Pidge”...
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S4:E6 - 'The Back Track' with Bettina
We are right in the middle of Season 4, and we are introducing 'The Back Track.' Our host, Bettina, checks in with a solo episode and brings listeners up-to-speed on what you may have missed. Get ready for a quick rundown on Episodes 1-5. We’re talking about personal growth, finances, the foods…
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S4:E5 - Staying 'Woke & Healthy' with Zakkiya Miller
Zakkiya Miller is a conscious wellness educator and the creator of 'Woke & Healthy.' Her platform is all about helping women and girls heal themselves through mindful choices, aligned behaviors and healthy eating. What began as a 21-day vegan challenge and a 4-hr intermittent fasting experiment...
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S4:E4 - Merideth Hite Estevez on Guiding 'Tortured Artists' into 'Artists for Joy'
Merideth Hite Estevez is a professional oboist, life coach, podcast host, and guide on "The Artist’s Way." She leads both group and individual coaching sessions helping lead people back to their creative spirits. She created "Artists for Joy" as a space for creatives to reconnect with the joy…
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S4:E3 - Finances as a Creative
Today is Monday, October 17th also known as tax extension day, and if you're like me, finances are a source of anxiety. In my first solo episode of Season 4, I open up about the stress of it all. After all, the goal of this podcast is to dismantle the idea that you need to be perfect and have...
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S4:E1 - 'The Artist's Way' with Stephanie Williams
We are kicking off Season 4 of Somindboggling Journeys by starting a new exploration with all of you. I am embarking on a 12-week program called "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron with today's guest - actor Stephanie Williams. The course is all about giving yourself permission to nurture your...
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S3:E12 - Child Actors Lyric Angel, Cameron Keitt, and their Moms
This episode features child actors Lyric Angel and Cameron Keitt and their dedicated and supportive moms, Angel Dixon (Lyric Angel's mom) and Daria (Cameron's mom). The child actors give a glimpse into what it's like for them to work on set, while the moms get candid about what it's been like to...
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S3:E11 - Storyteller, Creative Producer, and Writer Kia Barbee
Kia Barbee is a storyteller, creative producer, founder of “ScriptRead,” writer of TV pilot “French Mgmt,” author of the play “Roommates” which was just showcased in New York City, and a preschool teacher. Kia talks to us about being a writer, what her process is, why she created “ScriptRead,”…
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S3:E10 - Actors Justin Phillips and Laura Cornachio
Justin Phillips and Laura Cornachio are two comedic actors who I met on the set of a Nathan's Hot Dog Commercial. They're both working actors, and we decided to sit down and have a roundtable talk all about acting. We talk about what it was like to film the commercial together, how we learned…
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S3:E9 - Actor/Podcaster/Influencer Sam Valentine
Sam Valentine is the creator and founder of the One Broke Actress podcast and my co-producer here on Somindboggling Journeys. Having just wrapped her 9th season of One Broke Actress, launched a new podcast production company called Fast Forward Productions, and had a recurring role on Bosch:...
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S3:E8 - Actor/Student Anastasia
Anastasia and I met on the set of NORK (2022), a new project about two friends chasing the American Dream with the goal of helping their community in Newark, New Jersey. This project is Anastasia's first lead role, and she was an absolute pro. A current student at NYU, Anastasia joined...
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S3:E7 - Writer/Actor/Producer/Director Marchelle Thurman
Marchelle Thurman is an actor, writer, producer, and director. A graduate from the NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Marchelle walks us through her journey as a multi-hyphenate. From balancing a full time corporate job while being a creative to being inspired by Issa Rae and Lena Dunham, Marchelle…
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S3:E6 - Multidisciplinary Artist Kenya (Robinson)
Kenya (Robinson) is a multidisciplinary artist born, raised and currently based in Gainesville, Florida and a self-proclaimed mischief-maker. She is a performance artist, voiceover artist, writer, sculptor, painter and more who studied at the Los Angeles Technical College before going on to study...
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S3:E5 - A Memorial Day Interlude
Welcome to our first Interlude podcast episode. I wanted to take some time in between guests to reflect on all we have shared so far this season. From Cameron's time management and Gerard's work ethic, to Morgan taking control of her career and opportunities…we see that no journeys are one in the...
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S3:E4 - Singer/Songwriter and Actor Morgan Page
Morgan Page is a singer/songwriter, actor and producer who just released her first single: Broken Open. We met in an acting class and her fearlessness was apparent from the very first time that I met her. She just took a major step in moving over to the West Coast, where she has begun producing…
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S3:E3 - Screenwriter/Playwright Gerard Brown on Writing the Movie 'Juice'
Gerard Brown is best known for his work on Juice (1992), which launched the careers of Omar Epps, Jermaine Hopkins, Khalil Kain, and Tupac Shakur. He also wrote episodes on shows such as Spawn (1998) and Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995). In this episode, Gerard shares his...
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S3:E2 - Cameron Keitt on Being an Actor, a Student and (anything but) an Average Kid
Welcome back to Somindboggling Journeys! In this episode, we are joined by the busiest 9-year-old I know: Cameron Keitt. We met on the set of a hot dog commercial in 2020 when the industry slowly began to pick up production on projects after the height of devastation from COVID-19. Cameron...
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S3:E1 - Allow Me to Reintroduce Myself
Bettina here, the host of Somindboggling Journeys! I am so excited for the third season of my podcast. Before I bring on new guests, I want to reintroduce myself, let you all know where I am in my own journey, and what I plan to bring you this season.
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S3 - New Season Trailer!
Somingboggling Journeys is B-A-C-K for Season 3! Get ready for exciting, interesting, and always somindboggling journeys in your podcast feed every Monday with me, Bettina Goolsby. Make sure you subscribe and follow us right here!
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S2:E7 - Entrepreneur/Podcast host Isaiah Michael Joyner on staying true to who you are
Isaiah Michael Joyner (@isaiahmichaelj) is the founder and owner of top concierge firm, Reserv Concierge. For the past 8+ years, Isaiah has been curating memorable experiences and providing high-level gifting for corporate clients. He has combined his expansive industry insight, fruitful...
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S2:E6 - Actor/Producer Wunmi Fowora on roles for African women and health insurance for actors
This is part 1 of my convo with actor/producer Wunmi Fowora. Wunmi plays the role of 'Ade' in Somindboggling's upcoming short film "Hair Braid Miss." She plays an African hair braider working on Harlem's historic 125th St. in this episode we talk about what playing the role meant to Wunmi, in...
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S2:E5 - Actor Rotimi Paul on his first studio film "The First Purge"
We talk with Rotimi about how it felt booking and working on his first studio film, "The First Purge" and what this means for his career going forward. Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby (@bettinagoolsby) Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne (@edrickbrowne) Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Kinnard…
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S2:E4 - Screenwriter Sundi Lofty on having faith and honing your craft
We talk with Sundi about her journey from college to internship to becoming a professional screenwriter. Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma
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S2:E3 - Singer/Songwriter/Producer Rae Walker on sophomore album "The Ra[e]volution"
We talk with Rae about her sophomore album "The Ra[e]volution" and what the journey has been like so far traveling and seeing the world through music. Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Original music: Rae Walker Intro &...
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S2:E2 - Writer/Director/Producer Kerith Lemon on writing short films "A Social Life" & "Bare"
We talk with Kerith about her short film "A Social Life" and finding the balance between creating art and making a living. Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Music: DJ Dilemma
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S2:E1 - Writer/Producer/Director Huriyyah Muhummad on creating first web series "Keloid"
We talk with Huriyyah about her hit web series "Keloid," the 3 things you need to make it in the film industry, and the organization she founded - The Black TV and Film Collective. Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Sound: Bettina Goolsby Music: DJ Dilemma
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S1:E3b - Director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman of web series "All My Friends Are Married"
Part II: "Somindboggling Journeys" sits down with director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman to discuss what it really looks like to pursue your dreams while living & working in New York City. Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Sound: Edrick Browne Music:...
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S1:E3a - Director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman of web series "All My Friends Are Married"
Director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman talk with Somindboggling Journeys about their new web series "All My Friends Are Married." Check it out online beginning Wed 4/27 at www.allmyfriendsaremarried.tv. Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne Sound: Edrick...
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