Consider It Blacklit
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsConsider it Blacklit highlights films, television programs and stage plays featuring African Americans up front and behind the scenes. The show also highlights social issues, as it relates to these programs, and how they impact our communities. Show host Kim Singleton interviews directors, writers, producers, actors, content creators and overall film/television/stage enthusiasts.
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Highlight of the International Association of Blacks in Dance
February 16, 2024 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the annual conference and the programs of the International Association of Blacks in Dance with co-executive directors Omar Ingram and Dr. Natasha Moreland Spears. (www.iabdassociation.org) Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media: Facebook @consideritblacklit IG & Threads @consider_it_blacklit X(Twitter) @WeAreBlacklit
Highlight of the movie "The UnderDoggs"
January 30, 2024 06:00 - 6 minutes - 4.39 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the movie "The Underdoggs", starring Snoop Dogg. The film can be streamed on Amazon Prime Video.
Streaming Recommendations: A Thousand and One, Chevalier, Surrounded and H/Jack
December 28, 2023 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.2 MBLooking for recommendations on what to stream? Check out this podcast episode of Consider It Blacklit to hear about a few of host Kim Singleton's favorites of 2023. A THOUSAND AND ONE Starring Teyana Taylor CHEVALIER Starring Kelvin Harrison Jr SURROUNDED Starring Letitia Wright H/JACK Starring Idris Elba #podcast #movies #films #streaming#amazonprime #mgmplus #Appletv #Hulu #kelvinharrisonjr #letitiawright #idriselba #teyanataylor #athousandandone #surrounded #chevalier #hijack #con...
Highlight of the wind quintet IMANI WINDS
November 22, 2023 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with Monica Ellis, founding member of the wind quintet Imani Winds. Ellis discusses the performances and accomplishments of the group, as well as the representation of people of color in classical music. www.imaniwinds.com Stay connect to Consider It Blacklit Instagram https://www.instagram.com/consider_it_blacklit/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ConsiderItBlacklit X(Twitter) https://twitter.com/WeAreBlacklit
A Discussion with Anew Network CEO Lynne McDaniel
November 13, 2023 21:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with Founder/CEO of Anew Network, Lynne McDaniel. They discuss the exciting programming of the streaming network and the challenges of running her media company. www.anewnetwork.com Stay connect to Consider It Blacklit Instagram https://www.instagram.com/consider_it_blacklit/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ConsiderItBlacklit X(Twitter) https://twitter.com/WeAreBlacklit
A conversation with Janol "Mecca" Holmes
October 13, 2023 18:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with Janol “Mecca” Holmes. He is the President & COO of Supernatural, Inc, a 21st century, multi-media company that creates films, music, fashion and technology. www.thesupernaturalinc.com Connect with Consider It Blacklit on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConsiderItBlacklit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consider_it_blacklit/ X (formerly Twitter):https://twitter.com/WeAreBlacklit Threads: https://www.threads.net/@consider_it_blacklit T...
A discussion with filmmaker Kyra Knox
September 28, 2023 01:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the award-winning documentary "Bad Things Happen in Philadelphia" with producer/director Kyra Knox. This film focuses on the impact of gun violence in Philadelphia. It also highlights the organization Shoot Basketballs Not People which is actively in the community helping young people. Follow Consider It Blacklit: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConsiderItBlacklit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consider_it_blacklit/ X (Twitter) https://twitter.com/W...
Highlight of the Tubi original film "Twisted Marriage Therapist" w/ Booker T. Mattison
September 21, 2023 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the Tubi original movie, "Twisted Marriage Therapist" with writer/director Booker T. Mattison. Follow Booker T. Mattison on Instagram @bookert.mattison Follow Consider It Blacklit, on Instagram @consider_it_blacklit on X (formerly twitter) @WeAreBlacklit on Threads @consider_it_blacklit
A discussion with co-founders of The Industry Standard Group (TISG)
April 17, 2023 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBConsider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton discusses The Industry Standard Group (TISG) with co-founders Rashad Chambers and Adam Hyndman. TISG is innovating Broadway by finding new pathways toward equitable representation in commercial theatre. https://theindustrystandardgroup.com/
A discussion with music supervisor Linnette Harrigan
March 15, 2023 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBConsider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton sits down with Linnette Harrigan for a discussion on her journey as a music supervisor for films, television shows and commercials. Learn more about Linnette Harrigan at www.linnetteharriganmedia.com Follow Consider It Blacklit on social media: Instagram @consider_it_blacklit Facebook @ConsiderItBlacklit Twitter @WeAreBlacklit Youtube @consideritblacklitchannel7373
A discussion with filmmaker Cheryl Polote Williamson
February 21, 2023 03:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with the award-winning filmmaker Cheryl Polote Williamson. Williamson is one of the executive producers of the acclaimed documentary TWENTY PEARLS, which chronicles the history of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated (r) the first Black sorority founded on the campus of Howard University in 1908.
A discussion with playwright James Ijames
February 11, 2023 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the Pulitzer Prize winning play FAT HAM with playwright James Ijames.
Highlight of the 1968 film "For Love of Ivy"
February 06, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBConsider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton discusses the 1968 classic film FOR LOVE OF IVY with multimedia professional Kalin Thomas. The film centers around a live-in maid who tells her white family that she is leaving. The adult son and daughter of the family match her up with a playboy to encourage her to stay. The movie stars Sidney Poitier and famous jazz singer Abbey Lincoln.
A discussion with writer/director Booker T. Mattison on THE SOUND OF CHRISTMAS
December 24, 2022 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBConsider It Blacklit Host Kim Singleton discusses the BET + movie "The Sound of Christmas" with the writer/director Booker T. Mattison. This film is based on the book "The Replacement Wife" by Tiffany L. Warren and stars Ne-Yo, Draya Michele, Serayah McNeill and Jennifer Seals.
A discussion with the writing team of MARIAN the musical
December 12, 2022 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses MARIAN, an original musical, with the play's writing team. Elkin Antoniou G, Chelsea Marie Davis, Emily Ruth Hazel, Caleen Sinnette Jennings and Victoria Theodore discuss their journey in creating the musical about the iconic opera singer Marian Anderson. The play is being directed by Tamara Tunie.
A Discussion on the ABC series Abbott Elementary
November 30, 2022 02:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBConsider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton discusses the hit television series Abbott Elementary with educator Thelma Ramsey Bryant.
A Discussion with Lillias White, star of "Hadestown"
November 22, 2022 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBConsider It Blacklit Host Kim Singleton sits down with actress/singer Lillias White and discusses her career and role as Hermes in the award-winning Broadway musical "Hadestown".
A Discussion with Crystal Whaley on the documentary "The Sound She Saw"
November 08, 2022 03:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the documentary THE SOUND SHE SAW with award-winning writer/director Crystal Whaley. This documentary highlights Black women photographers.
Consider It Blacklit Streaming Recommendations: The Gilded Age, Killing It, Moonhaven
July 07, 2022 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBThis episode is a discussion with stars from three of my favorite series to stream this season. Denée Benton- The Gilded Age on HBO Max Craig Robinson - Killing It on Peacock TV Emma McDonald - Moonhaven on AMC+
A Discussion with Broadway Producer Randy Donaldson
July 04, 2022 21:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with Randy Donaldson and discusses his career as a Broadway and stage producer. Donaldson talks about his producing role with THE PEE WEE HERMAN SHOW, THE SCOTTSOBORO BOYS and AMERICAN SON. He also discusses his upcoming projects, MR. RICKEY CALLS A MEETING and MARIAN: THE MUSICAL.
A Discussion of the R&B Opera "Hal King"
June 14, 2022 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the R&B Opera HAL KING with its creator and composer Steve Wallace. This film is a coming of age romance set in the late 1950s. The film is directed by Myron Davis and features Sharaé Moultrie, Ryan Shaw, J. Ivy, Richard Phillis, Eric Roberson and Darien Dean. HAL KING is available for viewing on Amazon Prime Video.
A Discussion on the Documentary "Citizen Ashe"
May 24, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBFilmmaker Rex Miller discusses his documentary on champion tennis player Arthur Ashe with Host Kim Singleton. "Citizen Ashe" chronicles Arthur Ashe's many contributions to the sport of tennis and his human rights activism.
A Discussion on the Documentary of Althea Gibson
April 28, 2022 01:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the ALTHEA documentary with Executive Director of Strategic Partnership Glenn Gilliam. ALTHEA is the life story of Althea Gibson, the first African American woman to win the US Open and Wimbledon tennis competitions.
A Discussion on the CBS Series, The Equalizer
April 05, 2022 23:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBActor/writer/producer Lawrence Winslow joins host Kim Singleton to discuss the CBS series, The Equalizer starring Queen Latifah.
A Discussion on the 1964 Classic Film "Nothing But A Man"
March 23, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBMultiple award-winning television producer Crystal Whaley joins host Kim Singleton to discuss the classic 1964 film "Nothing But A Man". The movie centers around a rail worker who changes his drifting ways after meeting and marrying a preacher's daughter. He struggles to hold on to his marriage and dignity while dealing with the oppressive racism of the 1960s. The film stars Ivan Dixon and Abbey Lincoln.
A Discussion with Chantal Potter on her film "Balloon Man"
March 16, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MBConsider It Blacklit hosts Kim Singleton discusses the documentary "Balloon Man" with its producer/director Chantal Potter. This film tells the story of the first African American hot air balloon master, Bill Costen.
Discussion with the head of Realemn Productions Toni Isreal
March 08, 2022 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses REALEMN Productions with Founder & CEO Toni Isreal. REALEMN provides marketing and promotions for Broadway productions, as well as other behind the scene services for stage, film and television. Taking place during the height of the pandemic, hear how Ms. Isreal was involved with preparing Broadway for its re-opening.
A Discussion with Deborah Mitchell, Founder of NJ Tap Dance Ensemble
February 07, 2022 19:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with founder and artistic director of the New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble, Deborah Mitchell. Mitchell discusses her journey in tap dancing, the legends met along the way, and starting the ensemble.
A Discussion with Ricardo Khan, co-founder and artistic director of the Crossroads Theatre Company
January 31, 2022 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with Ricardo Khan. Khan is the co-founder and artistic director of Crossroads Theatre Company.
A Discussion with Broadway Sound Designer Twi McCallum
January 24, 2022 18:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with Twi McCallum, the first woman of color sound designer on Broadway.
Highlight of the film "King Richard"
January 17, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the film "King Richard" with Glenn Gilliam. Glenn is the Director of Strategic Partnerships for the Althea Film Project. "King Richard" stars Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney and Demi Singleton.
Highlight of the documentary "Giving Voice"
November 30, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the Netflix documentary, Giving Voice with guest Thelma Ramsey (educator/artist/writer), Justine Robinson (actress/writer) and June E. Townes (singer/performer/founder of Gospera). Giving Voice follows the journey of high school students participating in the August Wilson annual monologue competition.
Highlight of the documentary "Giving Voice"
November 30, 2021 00:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the Netflix documentary, Giving Voice with guest Thelma Ramsey (educator/artist/writer), Justine Robinson (actress/writer) and June E. Townes (singer/performer/founder of Gospera). Giving Voice follows the journey of high school students participating in the August Wilson annual monologue competition.
Highlight of the movie "Monster"
November 09, 2021 01:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the Netflix movie "Monster" with guests Ameer Allen, Jamar Gillespie and Livingstone Steele. Monster is based on the 1999 novel by Walter Dean Myers.
Highlight of the 1950 movie "No Way Out"
November 01, 2021 21:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBGuest Glenn Gilliam (Executive Director of the "Althea" Documentary) joins host Kim Singleton to discuss the Classic 1950 Film "No Way Out" starring Sidney Poitier. Poitier plays a black doctor who is assigned to treat two white racist suspects who are brothers, and when one dies, it causes tension that could start a race riot.
Discussion with veteran actress Marie Thomas
October 25, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with actress Marie Thomas. She is a veteran of stage and screen. Marie is most known for her performance in the play "Don't Bother Me, I Can't Cope" and her role on the popular soap opera "The Doctors".
A discussion with playwright/producer Andrea J. Fulton
October 18, 2021 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with award-winning playwright Andrea Fulton. They discuss Fulton's recent play "Was It Me ?!?" and her journey as a playwright.
Discussion on the series "Wu-Tang: An American Saga"
October 12, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the Hulu series "Wu-Tang: An American Saga" with guest contributors Ameer Allen and Jamar Gillespie.
A Discussion with Veteran Actor Count Stovall
October 04, 2021 22:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBHost Kim Singleton sits down with veteran actor Count Stovall to discuss his career on stage and screen.
Highlight of the Broadway Play "Pass Over"
September 27, 2021 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the Broadway play "Pass Over" with writer/producer Antionette Chinonye Nwandu. "Pass Over" was the first play to open after the pandemic shutdown.
Discussion on the 1974 film "Claudine"
September 20, 2021 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBThis podcast episode highlights the 1974 film "Claudine" staring Diahann Carroll and James Earl Jones. Comedian/Writer/Educator Thelma Ramsey is our guest to discuss this classic film.
Discussion on the classic film "Anna Lucasta"
September 14, 2021 02:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the 1958 movie "Anna Lucasta" with journalist/writer Jenyne Raines. This classic film stars Eartha Kitt and Sammy Davis Jr.
Discussion on Pam Grier and her role in "Coffy"
September 07, 2021 21:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses Pam Grier with author and journalist Jenyne Raines. The conversation delves into the actresses career and her iconic role in the movie "Coffy".
Discussion w/ Lucy Sexton, Head of New Yorkers for Culture & Arts
August 30, 2021 19:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the advocacy work done by the New Yorkers for Culture and Arts with the Executive Director Lucy Sexton.
Discussion with Playwright Whitney White
August 23, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBHost Kim Singleton discusses the virtual theatrical production of "Semblance" with playwright Whitney White. "Semblance" asks us to examine how Black women are perceived and how we interact with the Black feminine.