Black Girl Nerds

Segment 1: Actress and Singer Anika Noni Rose chats about her new role in the Starz hit show Power as well as the impact of what being the first Black Disney princess has had on her life personally and professionally. Hosted by Jamie, Caron, and Tora Segment 2: Jamie has a one-on-one interview with actor Idris Elba at San Diego Comic Con. Idris talks about his new role as Krall in Star Trek Beyond and how he self identifies as a nerd. Hosted by Jamie Segment 3: Tommy Davidson chats about how he got into comedy and his latest project with Sharknado 4: The Fourth Awakens. Hosted by Kay B Segment 1 edited by Jamie Broadnax Segment 2 edited by Jamie Broadnax Segment 3 edited by John Bauer Music by Sammus and SkyBlew

Star Trek Beyond press conference 7/14/16 The movie opened this weekend! Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!

Segment 1: Alejandra Castillo is the National Director of the Minority Business Development Agency for the US Dept of Commerce. She chats with us about tech and entrepreneurship. Hosted by: Jamie, Kayla, Kay B and Joi Segment 2: Actor Ernie Hudson talks about his movie career and his role in the 2016 Ghostbusters film and shares his candid thoughts about an all-woman cast. Hosted by: Kay B, JN Monk, and Tora Segment 3: Director Paul Feig discusses taking the lead as the director Ghostbusters the criticisms the film has received. Hosted by: Joelle Segment 1 edited by: Jamie Broadnax Segment 2 edited by: MR Daniel mrdaniel.net Segment 3 edited by: John Bauer Music by: Sammus and SkyBlew

Segment 1: Taneka Stotts is the editor of the Elements Anthology series. She talks about how she got into comics, and why diverse stories are needed. Hosted by Gabby Segment 2: Actors Robert Ri'chard, Rob Riley, Rick Gonzalez and Wesley Jonathan talk about the new TV One film Bad Dad Rehab. Hosted by Kay B Segment 3: Erin Elizabeth burns chats about her new horror film Cell based on a Stephen King story starring John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson Hosted by Tora Segment 1 edited by: John Bauer Segments 2 and 3 edited by: MR Daniel mrdaniel.net Music by: Sammus and SkyBlew Closing song by: Trav B Ryan - Spider-Man produced by Ty Goods

Segment 1: Gamer and cosplayer Mica Burton chats with us about her work in the digital space and being an advocate for all black girl nerds out there seeking inclusion and representation. Hosted by: Jacqueline Segment 2: Djimon Hounsou plays the role of Chief Mbonga in the new film The Legend Tarzan and speaks briefly about his character in the film. Hosted by: Joelle Segment 3: Ashley Terrell is the author of Black Sheep Shadow and shares her insight about the world of fiction writing. Hosted by: Tora Segment 4: AMC's new hit Preacher is a favorite among fans and actors Dominic Cooper and Ruth Negga discuss their respective roles and how the series has been received among viewers. Hosted by: Jacqueline Segments 1 and 4 edited by John Bauer Segment 3 edited by MR Daniel mrdaniel.net Segment 2 edited by Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus, SkyBlew, & Shubzilla Closing song by: Trav B Ryan - Run The Knight produced by Ty Goods

Segment 1: Melody Cooper is a writer, director, producer, and playwright and has worked on several films and plays. She discusses her work in the industry and how she is changing the landscape and creating opportunities for Black women in the film industry. Hosted by Joelle Segment 2: Tarrah Gales is a member of executive leadership for Classy Living Society, LLC. She discusses how the organization is committed to providing volunteer services and to stand against sex trafficking. Hosted by Kayla Segment 3: We have panel discussion surrounding the popular Netflix original series Orange Is The New Black. The season 4 finale came with some polarizing takeaways. Hosted by Jamie, Kayla, Caron, Tora and Ashlee Music by Sammus, SkyBlew, and Regina Spektor Segment 1 edited by MR Daniel mrdaniel.net Segment 2 edited by John Bauer Segment 3 edited by Jamie

Jamie hosts a panel discussion about the surprise series finale to Penny Dreadful. Fans were shocked this past Sunday as the show abruptly ended leaving many loose ends for our favorite characters and their respective story arcs. Hosted by: Jamie Panel: Afiya, Revetta, and Valerie Complex Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Abel Korzeniowski

Segment 1: Gary Anthony Williams cracks us up over his latest role as Bebop in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out Of The Shadows. You also know him best as Uncle Ruckus in The Boondocks. Co-hosted by Kayla, Kay B, and Tora Segment 2: Jessie Usher chats with Tora about his latest film Independence Day: Resurgence and his work with the Cartoon Network. Hosted by Tora Segment 3: Corey Glover was the frontman for the popular 80s band Living Colour and he also chats with Kristin about his latest work with the band The New Stew. Hosted by Kristin Segments 1-3 edited by John Bauer Music by Sammus and SkyBlew

Jamie hosts a roundtable discussion about Black women working in corporate America and the challenges we face. Panel features: Joi, Caron, Kay B, Kristin, and Tora

Segment 1: The legendary LeVar Burton joins us to talk about his legacy as an actor, producer, and host of one of the most prolific works of our generation. His work on Roots, Reading Rainbow, and Star Trek: The Next Generation has carved a landscape in our lives as fans and followers of his work. Co-hosted by: Marqueeda, Tora and Kayla Segment 2: Actor Regé-Jean Page plays the character of Chicken George in nights 3 and 4 of Roots and discusses the challenges and triumphs of being a part of cinematic history. Co-hosted by: Kayla and Caron Segment 3: Producer Will Packer joins us again to talk about our thoughts on Roots and continues the conversation about why this narrative is so important for viewers today. Co-hosted by: Kayla and Caron Segment 1 edited by: Jamie Broadnax Segment 2 edited by: John Bauer Segment 3 edited by: MR Daniel mrdaniel.net Music by: SkyBlew and Sammus