In this episode, John sits down with performance artist, writer, and educator Kenzi James. Kenzi talks about his recent performance in FOR COLORED BOYZ on the verge of a nervous breakdown/ when freedom aint enuff, a Downtown Urban Arts Festival production. Kenzi also opens up about his childhood and about the current relationship he has with his parents, his educational journey honing his skills as a performer by attending some of the top educational institutions for performing arts, and the many projects that he has written over the years.  ..read more

John sits down with the Founder of Open To All Entertainment (OTA) (@opentoall.ent), the Legendary Leggoh JohVera. Leggoh talks about growing up in multiple cities, how he got started in ballroom, the Iconic MC Debra, his opinion about the HBO Max show Legendary, and more. This season is sponsored by the Counter Narrative Project (CNP), a non-profit organization that shifts narratives about Black gay men to change policy and improve lives ..read more

John sits down with artist, rapper, and lyricist Medino Green to discuss his new mixtape (IN MY BAG), participating in the MOBIfest Cypher, and more. John and Medino also talk about the announcement that Xtube recently released and the new Black LGBTQ+ on-demand live streaming platform iElevate+ TV that is set to launch soon.  ..read more

In this episode, John sits down with Creative Director and International Model Chad Bailey, who also is President/A&R of Pynk Gorilla Entertainment, and Owner of 4NI Visuals. Chad talks about what it was like growing up in Jamaica, how moving to New York City made him a stronger person, working with the love of his life, Bugz Gutta, and more. Both John and Chad had a lot in their “B.A.G.” this episode that you don't want to miss ..read more

In this episode, John sits down with Ian Haddock, Executive Director of The Normal Anomaly Initiative to discuss homelessness, sex work, and entrepreneurship. From the I in LGBTQIA to microwavable relationships, both John and Ian go deep into conversation about these two topics ..read more

John sits down Kerry D, singer/songwriter and member of the signing duo RM8. Kerry D talks about what it was like growing up with his grandmom and not having his parents fully in his life as a child and what its like filming on the hit reality show web series, Chasing Dallas. This is a must listen as John and Kerry D let the listeners know what has them both in their "B.A.G.".  ..read more

John sits down with Charles Stephens, Founder and Executive Director of Counter Narrative Project (CNP) to discuss the traditions of black gay writers, the importance of black gay media, the vision that he has for CNP, and more.  ..read more

John sits down with award-winning journalist Ernest Owens to discuss gentrification in gay communities, the lack of vetting on the new social media platform Clubhouse, and the increasing number of social media scammers. This episode will definitely keep you on your toes.  ..read more

In this episode, John invited celebrity hairstylist and beauty blogger, Nathaniel Jaye to discuss the misconceptions of being a hairstylist, multiple streams of income, and working at Full Figure & New York Fashion Week. John and Nathaniel also discuss the the black gay norm on television along with deciding if we should cancel Karamo Brown from the community or not.  Listen now to find out what has John and Nathaniel in their "B.A.G.". Lets just say that there is a lack of black gay relationships, the lack of consistency with guys, and the lack of this & that in regard to da ..read more

John sits down with openly gay hip-hop artist Bugz Gutta (@Bugz_Gutta) to talk about his latest venture, Pynk Gorilla Entertainment, his struggles growing up in Virginia, the love of his life, and so much more!  In addition, both John and Bugz express their opinions on 'Love Is Blind' cast member Carlton Morton actions on the show, and 'Good Times' star Jimmie Walker (JJ) being accused of making homophobic statements by fellow comedian Sampson McCormick.  ..read more