Film Festival Radio

Guests: Actor Hip Hop Rap star JEEZY chats about his new Las Vegas Residency at Planet Hollywood; actor LaRonn Marzett chats about his role in the new indie film 'Better Together' which premieres nationally in theaters May 15th; Suzannah Herbert(director) and Darcy McKinnon (producer), chat about the making of their new documentary NATCHEZ, which premiered on PBS' Independent Lens stream on the PBS app and PBS Documentaries YouTube channel. www.Bettertogethermovie.com www.legendofthesnowman #bettertogethermovie #jeezy #Vegasresidency #planethollywood #Natchez #lasvegas #PBS #IndependentLens #documentary #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #legendofthesnowman #antebellumsouth #mississippi Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we’re joined by director Suzannah Herbert and producer Darcy McKinnon, the award‑winning filmmaking team behind the powerful new PBS documentary NATCHEZ. Their film takes viewers deep into the heart of Mississippi, confronting the myths, memories, and lived realities of the American South through the voices of the people who call Natchez home. Antebellum homes draw visitors to Natchez, Mississippi, but not everyone agrees on the stories being told. As tour guides, homeowners, and activists navigate competing histories, the town confronts the tension between preservation and truth, offering a glimpse into a Southern community wrestling with race, memory, and identity. These very talented ladies share what inspired the project and what they hope audiences will take away from this timely and resonant documentary. Natchez premieres on PBS’s INDEPENDENT LENS on May 11, 2026, (check local listings) and will be available to stream on the PBS app and PBS Documentaries YouTube channel. #natchezpbs #natchezdocumentary #natchezmississippi #antebellumsouth #PBSoriginals #independentLens #deepsouth ##americansouthhistory  #darcymckinnon #suzannahHerbert #plantations   https://youtu.be/0AuX0iE2Rhw?si=P18r713PFqjCzL1r Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lost With You is an independent romantic drama directed by our guest Mike Southerly, starring Madison Shamoun (“All American”, “Black-ish”) and Jake Short (“Dexter”, “A.N.T. Farm”). . Plot: A black conservative woman and a white liberal man engage in an emotional, dialogue-driven journey that challenges their perspectives and creates an unexpected connection during a Los Angeles hiking trail. Mike Southerly wrote and directed the film and shot it under its $200,000 budget. How did he do it? Listen in. www.lostwithyou.com TRAILER:  https://www.lostwithyou.com/?wix-vod-video-id=037d639a6a82484f863cb7ed44f94465&wix-vod-comp-id=comp-mo7nat9w #romanticcomedy #lostwithyoufilm #mikesoutherly #romance #hiking #independentfilm     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Best‑selling author Nikki St. Crowe is our guest. Nikki St. Crowe, is a USA Today bestselling author of several romantasy novels, including the series, Vicious Lost Boys, which has sold over 1 million copies and is in 11 languages. Her latest book/series is WEST OF WICKED, an unexpected, sexy and dark reimagining of the classic tale, where Dorothy searches for the truth about her origins in the cursed land of Oz. This is not your mama's Wizard of Oz story for sure. It's inventive, fantastical new romance puts a spicy and creative twist on a beloved story, while adding a yellow-brick-road’s worth of tension, banter & murder. : https://us.macmillan.com/tours/nikki-st-crowe-west-of-wicked/ #nikkistcrowe #bestsellingauthor #westofwickedbook #darkfantasyromance #wizardofoz #dorothy #romantasy #fantasywesternnovel   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sara Amini is an actress, writer, and now author who continues to expand her creative talents. She currently stars as 'Ellie' on the sci‑fi thriller series 'The Copenhagen Test,' streaming on Peacock. Sara can now add published author to her résumé with the release of her powerful new book, Mixed Feelings. It’s an honest, sharply observed collection that explores identity, culture, and the emotional complexity of growing up between worlds. Children will love this book. It's semi-autographical, as Sara is of mixed race, Iranian and Colombian heritage. This book has many laugh-out-loud moments, as it celebrates differences and shared experiences, delivering everything that young readers need right now... A wholesome, heartwarming, and authentic look at a multi-cultural family and community.   www.saraamini.com #saraamini #mixedfeelingsbook #mixedracekids #multicultural #childrensbook #diversecommunity #Culturalidentity #thecopenhagentest #peacocknetwork Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brett Hellings has been turning heads with his raw vocals, high‑voltage performances, and a sound that blends classic rock soul with fresh, new‑era edge. He’s back with a brand‑new upcoming album and brand‑new single “Chance On Love” that’s already generating major buzz. Brett Hellings joins us now to talk about the new single and EP project, the creative fire behind it, and what fans can expect next. Joining Brett on this new music project are some of rock music's most talented ensemble of musicians: Richard Fortus, guitarist for Guns N’ Roses, Darryl Jones, bassist for The Rolling Stones, legendary drummer/bassist Charley Drayton (Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash), and renowned multi-instrumentalist Carey Frank (Bruce Springsteen, Michael Buble) www.Hellings.music #bretthellings #chanceonlove #rockmusic #newrockalbum #RichardFortus #gunsnrosescollaboration #darryljones #rockrevival Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.