Jaro Podcast
22 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsWelcome to JARO Podcast hosted by filmmaker, writer, director and producer, Tomeka M. Winborne. JARO Podcast presents culturally relevant topics featuring actors, musicians, artists, writers and media industry trend setters in the world of arts and entertainment from across the African Diaspora.
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Episodes
Episode 21: Prince Cre McEntyre - PROJECT ONE RACE UNITED
July 29, 2021 00:49 - 44 minutes - 20.2 MBSongwriter, actor and singer, Prince Cre McEntyre proves that creativity is resilient through the multiple pandemics of disease and racial injustice.
Episode 22 – Reggie Williams: Resilient by Nature
July 29, 2021 00:00 - 41 minutes - 31.8 MBReggie Williams - ex NFL linebacker, former Disney executive, and renaissance man shares his personal experiences on and off the field with utmost determination to succeed against all odds. Reggie offers detailed insight into his memoir, "Resilient by Nature: Reflections from a Life of Winning On and Off the Football Field". Just as he provides an intimate account of his remarkable journey in his book, Williams openly shares his unique perspective on the challenges of life, career, health,...
Episode 20: We McDonald - The Message In My Music, Part 2
July 17, 2020 14:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBWe McDonald’s star-making turn on her show-stopping blind audition on the hit NBC TV show The Voice drew national attention in 2016. It was the kind of momentous debut she had been preparing for her entire life. Singing since the age of 12, We attended the Harlem School for the Arts after school and on weekends, where she studied theater, piano and further cultivated her unique and righteously robust voice. We McDonald is a singer, and songwriter and that has been touring internationally a...
Episode 19 - We McDonald: The Message In My Music, Part 1
July 10, 2020 14:59 - 30 minutes - 29.2 MBWe McDonald’s star-making turn on her show-stopping blind audition on the hit NBC TV show, The Voice, drew national attention in 2016. It was the kind of momentous debut she had been preparing for her entire life. Singing since the age of 12, We attended the Harlem School for the Arts after school and on weekends, where she studied theater, piano and further cultivated her unique and righteously robust voice. We McDonald is a singer, and songwriter and that has been touring internationally...
Episode 18 - Clifton Powell: Behind the Lens
June 08, 2020 19:16 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBTomeka M. Winborne had the honor of speaking with the acclaimed actor Clifton Powell for JARO’s latest podcast episode. In it, he expresses his thoughts about the Hollywood industry, the fulfilling experience of starring in Black Lightning, and offers knowledgeable advice for young actors. Actor Clifton Powell has appeared in more than one hundred films, beginning in the 1980's. His credits include Menace II Society (1993), Dead Presidents (1995), Why Do Fools Fall in Love (1998), Rush Hou...
Episode 17 - Genesis Begins Again
October 21, 2019 13:00 - 50 minutes - 23 MBHost Tomeka M. Winborne interviews Alicia D. Williams, the author of Genesis Begins Again, a deeply sensitive and powerful novel that tells the story of a thirteen-year-old who must overcome internalized racism and a verbally abusive family to finally learn how to love herself. There are ninety-six things Genesis hates about herself. She knows the exact number because she keeps a list.
Episode 16 - Harlem is Mine: GODFATHER OF HARLEM
September 29, 2019 19:13 - 17 minutes - 8.06 MBTomeka Winborne and guest host, Len Gibson, interview James Acheson, Markuann Smith, and the cast members to learn about their experiences in the making of the EPIX's new series, Godfather of Harlem, and its reflection on the life, times and legacy of Bumpy Johnson.
Episode 15 – Ronnie and Shamari Devoe: MUSIC POWER COUPLE
September 12, 2019 16:00 - 22 minutes - 10.2 MBTomeka Winborne talks with Ronnie and Shamari DeVoe to learn about the joy of being new parents to twin boys; how they became marriage ambassadors; and upcoming music from the power couple
Episode 14 – Zeus Campbell: On Telling the Truth
August 23, 2019 02:48 - 32 minutes - 15 MBZeus Campbell is an actor and director, known for Hump Day Romance (2015), Great Moments in Black History (2019) and Hump Day Romance (2012). Most recently Zeus was a cast member in the 2019 Academy Award Winning Live Action Short-Film, Skin.
EPISODE 13 - Marie Douyon: Creating Art for Self Re-Creation
April 30, 2019 12:00 - 33 minutes - 17.2 MBThe art of Marie-Denise Douyon reflects a cross-cultural identity informed by the confluence of three societies: her native Haiti, her childhood land, Morocco, and her adopted home, Quebec. Douyon transports us to mythical and sacred places interwoven with warriors, lovers and deities. With the invisible and the visible, she tells a story inspired by the Africa of her childhood, suffused with tenderness, depth, poetry and fantasy.
EPISODE 12 - Kimberly Stephens: A Filmmaker's Journey
April 24, 2019 17:30 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode of JARO Podcast, Tomeka Winborne speaks with Indianapolis-based filmmaker Kimberly Stephens about her journey in the film industry, the obstacles that she has faced along the way, and the stories that she’s excited to bring to life. Visit watchjaro.com
EPISODE 11 – Carolyn Evans: The Premiere Black History Storyteller
April 24, 2019 17:00 - 53 minutes - 24.4 MBCarolyn Evans, a professional storyteller and actress, is bridging the gap between generations by continuing the tradition of storytelling. Evans discovered her love for storytelling as a young girl, when she would entertain her family with songs, stories, and dancing. As she grew older, she was given opportunities to reenact historical black women, beginning with Sojourner Truth’s legendary “Ain’t I A Woman” speech. Today, Evans has performed at historical museums across the country, and ev...
EPISODE 10 – Gilbert Young: HE AIN’T HEAVY
April 24, 2019 16:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode of JARO Podcast, internationally known artist Gilbert Young and his wife, L. Winfrey Young, talk about the advancement of African American culture through artistic creativity, artworks distribution and art preservation.
EPISODE 9 – Kamichi Jackson: Author of "K MY NAME IS KENDRA"
April 23, 2019 17:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBKamichi Jackson is the author of the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award semi-finalist YA book, K My Name Is Kendra, and the upcoming sequel Starring Me As Myself. She has made numerous appearances in support of her work—among them the Baltimore Book Festival—and is represented by Cherrie Woods of Eclectic PR. In this episode of JARO Podcast, Kamichi shares her personal experiences and the inspiration for writing the novel, “K My Name is Kendra”.
EPISODE 8 – Jean-Patrick Guichard: “Art and the Senses”
April 23, 2019 16:30 - 25 minutes - 11.7 MBJean-Patrick Guichard was born in Brooklyn, New York but raised in Guinea, West Africa. His love of art has been cultivated by his many travels within sub-Sahara Africa including Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Congo-Brazzaville and Kinshasa. Using exhibits, business skills workshops and related exchanges under its “Education through Human Development in the Arts” program, he has helped young African artists to better market their works in their home environments and abroad. Since his se...
EPISODE 7 – The World Famous Tony Williams: R&B, Rap and Hip-Hop
April 23, 2019 16:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBFive-time Grammy Award-winning singer and songwriter, Antony “Tony” Williams has become one of the most heard voices in today’s musical landscape. He has written, sung and performed with JAY-Z, Nas, The Game, Rick Ross, and most notably, his first cousin, Kanye West. He’s been by West’s side at the recording console from inception to end for every one of his solo albums as a vocalist, writer and / or arranger. Williams has toured internationally with West on every major tour and has been a...
EPISODE 6 - Jamil Jude: The Gift of Black Theatre and Storytelling
April 23, 2019 00:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBJamil Jude, Artistic Director of the Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre, is a highly accomplished director, producer, playwright and dramaturg focusing on bringing socially relevant art to the community. Jamil is the Co-Founder of The New Griots Festival, which is dedicated to celebrating, advocating, and advancing the careers of emerging Black artists in the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area in Minnesota. In this episode of JARO Podcast, Jamil Jude shares his gift of theater and stor...
EPISODE 5 – ANONYMOUS DA BAND: “Putting it Down”
April 22, 2019 23:30 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBKnown predominately for their smooth urban jazz sound, Anonymous DaBand is a multi-talented band made up of unique young men from nineteen to twenty-two years old. The special thing about this talented group and is the overwhelming humble spirit that surrounds them-hence the name Anonymous. Each member is a master of his own instrument performing together in perfection to share their awesome talents. The group has performed around the Atlanta area for various benefits, social events, and f...
EPISODE 4 - Jeremiah Òlayinka Òjó: African Diaspora Artist Expression
April 22, 2019 23:00 - 29 minutes - 13.4 MBJeremiah Òlayinka Òjó shares his journey from taking his first leap of faith into the art and entrepreneurship. Now Jeremiah uses his own lessons and knowledge as arts and culture management consultant to empower other artists, galleries, art institutions, corporations, and collectors. In this episode of JARO Podcast, Jeremiah Òlayinka Òjó relates how the impact of his ancestral lineage and yearning for connection drives his passion to impact the art Eco-system that defines the diverse Afri...
Episode 3 - Vikki Millender-Morrow: Contributions of Artists of African Descent
April 22, 2019 22:30 - 23 minutes - 10.6 MBAfter a successful 20 year corporate career, Vikki Millender- Morrow pursued her dream to make a difference in the Atlanta community by becoming a champion of the arts and Black artists. She is the new President & CEO for the National Black Arts Festival (NBAF), a nonprofit organization with a 30 year legacy of providing stellar artistic and educational programs in visual arts, music, dance, film and theater. In this episode of JARO Podcast, she reveals her personal commitment to advancemen...
EPISODE 2 – Prince Cre McEntyre: My Life Matters “Made In His Image”
April 22, 2019 22:00 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBAbout My Life Matters, Made in His Image This story is about Nicole Gray, a well-known Professor of Psychology who is known for talking everyone off the ledge while she is battling her own secret of mental health issues. On October 31, 2015, the Professor was involved with a hit and run accident that left a 16-year-old girl in a coma that eventually died. Just as she is grieving over the girl, her mother’s and her brother's deaths, her past begins to haunt her like never before. Suffe...
EPISODE 1 - Alonge Hawes: The Making of Blue Collar Hustle
April 02, 2019 21:50 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MBAlonge Hawes and The Making of Blue Collar Hustle Alonge Hawes is an auteur residing in Stone Mountain, Georgia. His editorial reviews and think pieces have been published in such online publications as Abernathy, Ryse and Blavity. Alonge created, wrote, produced, and starred in the web series Blue Collar Hustle. Blue Collar Hustle debuted in February 2017 on YouTube and has since amassed over 50,000 views on the official series channel. As the creator, writer, and show-runner for the...