As Women's History Month came to a close, I wanted to highlight a conversation with a woman whose work is helping reshape the media landscape from the inside out. Angel Livas, a Howard grad and founder of the ALIVE Podcast Network, is building more than a platform for podcasts. From my perspective, she is creating an ecosystem designed to amplify Black voices, expand ownership opportunities, and support creators who have long been underserved by traditional media structures.

In my interview with Livas, we discussed the inspiration behind ALIVE, the challenges of building a creator-centered media platform, and the larger mission driving her work. Her story is rooted in purpose, but her strategy is grounded in action.

This intereview first appeared in The Hype Magazine by Dr. Jerry Doby, PhD

Anastasia Washington, a true beacon of light in the entertainment industry, recently sat down with The Hype Magazine to discuss her diverse career and her latest project, the horror-comedy anthology "Grind." From acting and comedy to creating and advocating, Washington is turning the industry on its collective ear as a key figure at the intersection of horror and humor, challenging stereotypes, sparking conversations, and building community along the way.

This interview originally appeared in The Hype Magazine by Dr.Jerry Doby

Visual artist Noisetteya is entering a new chapter with an exhibition in Bristol, England, bringing together personal evolution, emotional symbolism, and a steadily expanding international reach. In conversation with me for The Hype Magazine, the Cheltenham-born artist reflected on her path from law to creative expression, the inspirations shaping her work, and the deeper ideas behind paintings that invite viewers into worlds where beauty, danger, longing, and transformation coexist. We also covered her latest exhibit at 212 Productions in Bristol, England, of her newly completed piece "Pumaids in Venice."

Her story is one of reinvention. While many artists describe a straight-line commitment to their craft, Noisetteya's journey took a more layered route. Her transition from law into the art world signals not only a professional pivot but also a personal one, rooted in instinct, imagination, and the pursuit of a more authentic calling. That shift has allowed her to create work that feels emotionally charged and visually immersive, with each painting carrying a narrative that reaches beyond the frame.

Originally appeared on The Hype Magazine