I have many friends, we all know this by now... but I already knew bringing these particular friends together was going to shake things up. As well-informed, highly opinionated, and critical thinking consumers, this panel was thorough and ready to go as we discussed a range of topics from black folx in power in Hollywood to the retention of diverse talent in the communications industry. Anyone interested in bringing their creative dreams to the mainstream audience, this one's for you!

Follow the guests on social! 

@ayannacostley (Ayanna Costley)

@syd.thekid (Sydney Pollock) and @ptbookcast 

@gsmittyyyy (Gaelyn Smith) and @chasing_viral

Podcast mentioned: Black Men Can't Jump in Hollywood

Shows mentioned: Insecure (HBO), Twenties (BET), Bigger (BET), First Wives Club (BET),  P-Valley (Starz),  All American (CW) and Saturdays (upcoming on Disney Channel).  

McKinsey & Co Report: Black representation in film and TV: The challenges and impact of increasing diversity (3.11.21)