Podcasts by Black-tor

On Sugarland by Aleshea Harris from 2022-02-08T05:00

Join me for this special bonus episode as I speak with playwright, Aleshea Harris. Harris' new play, On Sugarland, is in performances at the New York Theatre Workshop until March 13th, ...

Chicken & Biscuits by Douglas Lyons from 2021-11-23T05:00

In this special bonus episode, join me as I speak with the playwright of Chicken & Biscuits on Broadway, Douglas Lyons.

Douglas Lyons is an award-winning actor, director, com...

S2 E13: Pass Over by Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu from 2021-11-02T04:00

In the season finale episode, join me as I interview the playwright of the hit Broadway play, Pass Over, Antoinette Chinonye Nwandu. Throughout the interview, we talk about the birth of...

S2 E12: How I Learned About Tony Todd from 2021-10-05T04:00

In this special interview episode, join me as I speak with the original Candyman, Tony Todd. Throughout the episode, we talk about his early love for the arts in high school, his theatrical back...

S2 E11: A Spike Lee Joint from 2021-09-28T04:00

In this episode, join me as I take a look at the career of director, actor, writer, and producer, Spike Lee. Throughout the episode, I'll be talking about Lee’s early background, his road to dir...

S2 E10: By The Way, Meet Lynn Nottage from 2021-09-07T04:00

In this episode, join me I as take a look at the prolific playwright, Lynn Nottage. Throughout the episode, I'll be talking about her early background, each of her transformative plays, and the ...

S2 E9: A Tribute to Cicely Tyson from 2021-08-31T04:00

In this episode, join me as I take a look at the life and groundbreaking career of the late and great, Cicely Tyson. Throughout the episode, I’ll be talking about Tyson's early stardom in acting...

S2 E8: Introducing...Miss Camille A. Brown from 2021-05-11T04:00

In this special episode, join me as I interview Tony-nominated choreography, Camille A. Brown. Known for Once On This Island, Choir Boy, and Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, ...

S2 E7: The Magic of Morgan Freeman from 2021-02-09T07:00

In this episode, join me as I take a look at one of the most recognizable voices in the industry, Morgan Freeman. Throughout the episode, I’ll be talking about Freeman’s upbringing and road to a...

S2 E6: The Very Thought of Nat King Cole from 2021-01-26T19:00

In this episode, join me as I take a look at the life of jazz pianist and American music icon, Nat King Cole.

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

S2 E5: Dear Phoenix Best from 2021-01-19T05:00

In this episode, join me as I interview Broadway star, Phoenix Best. Known for her roles in The Color Purple and Dear Evan Hansen, Phoenix is at the start of her career and has...

S2 E4: Debbie Allen In The House! from 2021-01-12T05:00

In this episode, join me as I take a look at the multi-talented and versatile actress, choreographer, and director, Debbie Allen.

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

S2 E3: So You Wanted To Meet André De Shields? from 2021-01-05T05:00

In this episode, join me as I take a look at a lifetime of achievements and performances from Broadway legend, André De Shields.

Music: https://www.purple-planet.com

S2 E2: How To Act Like Viola Davis from 2020-12-29T05:00

In the second episode of season two, join me as I take a look into the career of Viola Davis and all of her groundbreaking performances and achievements.

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S2 E1: Let Langston Be Hughes Again from 2020-12-22T05:00

In the first episode of season two, join me as I take a look at the life and brilliant works of one of the greatest African American writers of our time, Langston Hughes. Music (“Phoenix Rising” & ...

Season 2 Trailer from 2020-12-01T05:00

Here's what to expect in Season 2 of Black-tor, releasing on December 22nd! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com --- Support this podcast: Listen

Bonus: The Pod Where It Happens from 2020-10-30T05:00

An interview with Hamilton actresses Victoria Ann Scovens and Ta-Tynisa Wilson. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ht...

Bonus: Questions with Iykechi from 2020-10-13T04:30

A conversation and series of questions with my friend and fellow actor, Iykechi McCoy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. Listen

Bonus: Writing & Directing for the Times from 2020-10-06T04:00

A conversation with playwright, Paris Crayton III and director, Kalif Troy about writing and directing pieces that are relevant in today's world. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The ...

Bonus: Black Men In Educational & Professional Theatres from 2020-09-29T04:00:46

A conversation with actors, Brandon E. Burton and Brandon Pierce, about what it means to be a black male actor in a university setting and in professional theatre. Content Warning: Strong Language....

Bonus: S1 Recap and Q&A from 2020-09-22T04:00:20

In this first bonus episode, I’ll be recapping season one of “Black-tor”. Plus, I answer all of your questions in a Q&A session! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to ma...

S1 E20: Finale Pt. 2 - Interviewing Keith Hamilton Cobb from 2020-09-15T04:00:32

Part Two of the season finale is an interview with, actor and writer, Keith Hamilton Cobb. We chat about his experience on soap operas, taking on Shakespeare, his original play called “American Moo...

S1 E20: Finale Pt. 1 - Interviewing Rosalyn Coleman Williams from 2020-09-15T04:00:29

Part One of the season finale is an interview with actress and director, Rosalyn Coleman Williams. We chat about her early roles on Broadway, the relevancy of August Wilson, an actor’s craft on tel...

S1 E19: Lorraine Hansberry On Browadway from 2020-09-09T02:45:35

A look into the life of activist and playwright, Lorraine Hansberry. Also, Alyssa Ramsey performs Beneatha’s monologue from “A Raisin in the Sun”. Be sure to follow the new Instagram page @blacktor...

S1 E18: Rest In Power, Chadwick Boseman from 2020-09-01T17:00:57

A look into the life of actor, Chadwick Boseman. Also, a series of heartwarming tributes by young, gifted, and black artists. Special thanks to MJ, JC, ML, MN, AB, JJ, AM, JG, JB, and IM for lendin...

S1 E17: Jordan and Peele from 2020-08-28T22:00:35

A look into the career of actor, comedian, director, writer, and producer, Jordan Peele. I’ll be talking about his success with television and his breakout films that put his work on the map. Be su...

S1 E16: The Diary of Jacinth Headlam from 2020-08-25T15:30:19

An interview with actress, model, author, and motivational speaker, Jacinth Headlam. We chat about her experiences as an actress and model, taking a leap of faith in writing her book, and the impac...

S1 E15: Louis Armstrong’s Wonderful World from 2020-08-21T18:00:29

A look into the life of Louis Armstrong and his major success as a singer and trumpeter. Credited Songs: “Chimes Blues” and “West End Blues” by Louis Armstrong. Be sure to follow the new Instagram ...

S1 E14: Wanda Sykes Does It Again! from 2020-08-18T04:00:54

A look into the career of Wanda Sykes and her accomplishments as a comedian, actress, and writer. Ms. Sykes has been a positive voice for black queer woman and has shown the world how comedy can ge...

S1 E13: On Set with Lawrence Gilliard Jr. from 2020-08-14T04:00:40

An interview with, actor, Lawrence Gilliard Jr. We chat about what led him to a successful career in television and film, black representation in the industry, and an actor’s motivation to keep wor...

S1 E12: The Beloved Toni Morrison from 2020-08-11T04:00:09

A look into the life of Toni Morrison and her success as a writer, teacher, editor, and publisher. Her novels have become a treasure chest in world history. Be sure to check out the new Instagram @...

S1 E11: Be Common from 2020-08-07T04:00:52

A look into the career of rapper, actor, and writer Common. I’ll talk about his music and the impact he’s had on black culture through his art. Be sure to follow the new Instagram page @blacktorpod...

S1 E10: For Colored Girls Who Have Seen Camille A. Brown from 2020-08-04T04:00

A look into the career of Camille A. Brown and her success as a black choreographer. Her work is a nod to the ancestral stories and the culture of the African American community. --- This episod...

S1 E9: Tarell Alvin McCraney, Out! from 2020-07-24T04:00:57

A look into the career of Tarell Alvin McCraney as an openly gay, black playwright. Plus, Justin Mitchell, Iykechi McCoy and I perform excerpts from “Choir Boy”. Credited Songs: “Wade in the Water”...

S1 E8: When They See Ava DuVernay from 2020-07-21T04:00:50

A look into the career of Ava DuVernay as a director, writer, and producer on several hit films and documentaries. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

S1 E7: Lean On Bill Withers from 2020-07-17T04:00:22

A look into the life of Bill Withers and his soulful voice that truly changed the world of music. Credited songs: “Better Off Dead”, “Lean On Me”, “Harlem” by Bill Withers and “In The Ghetto” by El...

S1 E6: The Books Of Gwendolyn Brooks from 2020-07-14T04:00:31

A look into the life of Gwendolyn Brooks and her stellar collection of poetry that illustrated black cultute. Plus, Brittany Onukwugha recites “Primer for Blacks”. --- This episode is sponsored ...

S1 E5: His Name Is Nkrumah Gatling from 2020-07-10T04:00:03

An interview with actor, Nkrumah Gatling about working in the theatre as a black man. We talk about the musicals “Hair”, “Miss Saigon”, and his groundbreaking performance in “Ragtime”. --- This ...

S1 E4: Gone With Hattie McDaniel from 2020-07-07T04:00:55

A look into the life of Hattie McDaniel and her major contribution to the film industry. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. Listen

S1 E3: I Wish I Knew Nina Simone from 2020-07-03T04:00:14

A look into the life of Nina Simone and her music that spoke volumes during the Civil Rights Movement. Plus, special guests Aliaah Boardley, Makenna Copeland, Megan Lomax, and Anya Miller recite “F...

S1 E2: This Is Sterling K. Brown from 2020-06-30T04:00:46

A look into the career of Sterling K. Brown and his rise to success with the hit television series, "This Is Us", on NBC. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a po...

S1 E1: I, Too, Love Langston Hughes from 2020-06-25T20:05:41

An introduction to the podcast and a look into one of the greatest American poets, Langston Hughes, and his poem “I, Too, Sing America”.