She Built the Brand Before the Buzz

Francheska “Fancy” Felder turned cultural storytelling into a powerful media platform with Swagher Magazine. From the roots of Black excellence to the mechanics of PR, journalism, and unapologetic visibility, this conversation dives into how she’s reshaping media on her terms—while keeping her community front and center.Subscribe to the CTRL the Narrative Newsletter: https://tonyamckenziepr.substack.com🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5164451187916800

Black media has always been the heartbeat of our culture, and the first target when truth gets uncomfortable. In this episode, we speak with Truth Talks, Sarah Fontenot and Demetri Wiley, unapologetic truth tellers. They join me to unpack the ongoing attack on Black media, why cultural ownership matters, and how we reclaim our narratives. This conversation is about power, protection, and the future of our stories.Subscribe to the CTRL the Narrative Newsletter: https://tonyamckenziepr.substack.com

What happens when your calling collides with controversy—and the world is watching? Pastor Sam Collier knows that story all too well. From his departure from Hillsong to the collapse of Story Church, his journey has been marked by painful headlines, personal challenges, and the kind of public scrutiny most leaders never face.Now stepping into a new season as Lead Pastor of Christian Cultural Center Atlanta under the guidance of Dr. A.R. Bernard, Sam is ready to speak openly about redemption, reconciliation, and rebuilding with integrity. In this candid conversation, we dive into the lessons learned, the marriage restored, and his bold vision for a multicultural, multi-generational church that centers healing over hype.This is more than a comeback story. It’s a masterclass in faith, accountability, and what it means to lead with scars, not perfection.

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