Episodes
Interview with Two Members of the 'New Orleans Four' who Helped Deseg…
Send us a text On November 14, 1960, four six-year-old girls – Ruby Bridges, Gail Etienne, Tessie Prevost, and Leona Tate – made history by desegregating public schools in New Orleans. Collectively, they became known as the “...
Jazz Guitarist Garry Percell Reworks "Going In Circles" With Tony Ter…
Send us a text In the latest episode of the Underground Magnolia Podcast , jazz guitarist Garry Percell takes center stage with his remake of the classic slow jam, “Going In Circles.” Collaborating with singer Tony Terry , Pe...
Movies and Music Drive Veteran Journalist Janine Coveney’s Creative C…
Send us a text In this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast , we’re joined by Janine Coveney —a veteran magazine editor, journalist, creative writer, and cultural commentator. We discuss her movie podcast, Words On Flicks ...
NEA Jazz Master Donald Harrison Celebrates His Passion for Diverse Mu…
Send us a text In this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast , we delve into the remarkable journey of renowned jazz saxophonist, Donald Harrison , often hailed as the “father of Omniverse music.” Born and raised in New Orl...
Meet Spelman Student Nyla Choates - Fearless Youth Leader, Author & E…
Send us a text In this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast , we shine a spotlight on Nyla Choates -an inspiring youth activist, entrepreneur, and author. The 19-year-old founded the nonprofit My Roots Are Rich as a high s...
Saxophonist Andre Ward Talks New Music, Sade, The Emotions & Earth, W…
Send us a text Saxophonist Andre Ward, who has been on the contemporary jazz scene for over 25 years, joins Underground Magnolia Podcast to talk about his latest album, "Africa Rising" and his storied background. The Chicago...
Lenny Green Reigns on 'Quiet Storm' Radio
Send us a text This episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast features Lenny Green, the host of the popular syndicated radio show, “The Quiet Storm with Lenny Green.” Listen in to hear Lenny discuss the following: Meaning of "Q...
UNCF Still Carries a Torch for Black Student Excellence
Send us a text Taliah Givens, Senior Director of the United Negro College Fund's (UNCF) Student Professional Development Programs, joins Underground Magnolia to tell listeners all about the organization's: Invitational Stude...
A Healthy Mind Equals An All-Around Better Life
Send us a text May is Mental Health Awareness Month and on this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast, Tyra Valteau Sorapuru, a Mental Wellness Coach and Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 30 years, joins in to discus...
Chasing DNA & Family Roots: Part 4-Being Creole (Louisiana)
Send us a text In this episode, host/producer, Desireia Valteau, is back with Part 4 of the long-awaited addition to the series, "Chasing DNA & Family Roots: Being Creole (Louisiana)." Desireia interviews, Dr. Wendy Gaudin, a...
Top Jazz Pianist Hey Rim Jeon Dedicates Latest Album To Her Father (W…
Send us a text Jazz pianist, bandleader, and educator Hey Rim joins this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast (recorded Dec 2022) to talk about her latest album "Groovitude," that's packing a punch on the jazz charts. List...
After Over a Decade Hiatus, T.S. Monk is Back with a Stirring Live Al…
Send us a text This episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast shines the spotlight on jazz musician T.S. Monk, also the son of jazz legend Thelonious Monk. After a decade plus recording absence, he’s back with the live album “...
Community Involvement Drives New York's WBLS Legend Doctor Bob Lee
Send us a text On this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast, Doctor Bob Lee discusses: His longstanding career at WBLS, one of the most influential radio stations in the nation and the Black community. Being the President,...
Lorraine Lionheart Is One of the UK's Leading African Music Artists
Send us a text This episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast features Lorraine Lionheart, a singer and songwriter heating up the global music scene. Hailing from Botswana in Southern Africa and based in the UK, she boasts a so...
Leadership Expert Cynthia Hardy Advises on Boss Moves in Business
Send us a text On this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast, Cynthia Hardy discusses how to excel in business, especially for Black Women, Women, and People of Color, Cynthia is the CEO and Founder of the Atlanta-based Pi...
Legendary Melba Moore is 'So In Love' with Her New Music
Send us a text On this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast, Melba Moore discusses: New song, “So In Love,” from her upcoming "Imagine" album, which is slated for release in April 2022. New music on her daughter's indepen...
Navigate the Tough Real Estate Market with Greater Seattle Realtor Ca…
Send us a text On this episode, real estate broker Caitlin Coakley breaks down the complicated real estate market that’s been hot for sellers but has put buyers in a tailspin. Based in the greater Seattle area, Caitlin is a …
New Year Predictions & Insights with Modern Mystic Lani Moran from As…
Send us a text This episode features astrological predictions and insights for the New Year with modern mystic Lani Moran, the founder of Astrocast, who is also a sought-after open format DJ and content creator. Astrocast Li...
Women 40 and Over, LEARN how to live longer and HEALTHIER with Dr. La…
Send us a text This episode is a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. LaReesa Ferdinand, a board-certified OB/GYN for close to twenty years and the founder and CEO of The Estrogen Doctor company (based in the Greater Orlando, F...
Nephew Tommy Talks 'Ready To Love's' New Season & A New Venture
Send us a text On this episode, Tommy Miles, the host of the popular OWN network show "Ready To Love," talks about the new season in D.C. , love connections on the show, dating tips, and how to make a …
Stamping Out Stereotypes in South LA with Upcoming Web Series 'Black …
Send us a text This episode highlights Rae Shaw , the director and screenwriter of the upcoming web series Black Kung Fu Chick . Set in South Los Angeles, the web series is about a young African American girl (played …
Closing Out Latinx Heritage Month With Ella's Eve Cosmetics
Send us a text This episode highlight's Ella's Eve Cosmetics, an e-commerce makeup brand founded by sisters Melissa Polanco and Lissa Martinez. Polanco and Martinez are proud Latinas repping their Dominican heritage in an ind...
Chasing DNA and Family Roots - Part Three with Dr. Tukufu Zuberi
Send us a text This third part episode features Dr. Tukufu Zuberi, who served as host of PBS’ History Detectives from 2003-2011. The Professor of Sociology & Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania does a deep dive...
Chasing DNA and Family Roots - Part Two
Send us a text " Chasing DNA and Family Roots Part 2," features Rene Worland, a family historian and archivist. In more than 20 years of research this small business entrepreneur, living with her husband in the Los Angeles ar...