Are you ready to break the mold of what society TELLS you to be? Are you ready to challenge society's expectations? It's time to elevate your beauty standards to celebrate your unique presence in the world. Banke Balogun, co-founder of the Naija Gal Network—an international community for Nigerian women—shares insights on modeling, understanding local policies, and offers powerful advice on how to stop comparing yourself and find inspiration!

Are you ready to break through barriers? On this episode of Inside Out Podcast, Courtney L. Branch, co-founder of the Micheaux Film Festival, reveals her journey from broadcast journalism to becoming the co-founder and Director of Programming of one of L.A.'s most sought-after festivals. She provides insight into the challenges of being a Black woman in the industry and leaves no stone unturned as she shares tips on how to strengthen the marketing of your film at festivals.

Single Black Fathers exist and yet do we understand the pain they experience? How do they create a safe space for the challenges of creating a life for their children that they did not have? Actor and Army Captain Bernard L. White gets honest about dating, breaking generational trauma, and how his relationship with his 12-year-old son has helped heal him.

Are you ready to transform your life in six months? Award-Winning Cinematographer, B.P. Edwards provides practical insight into how he transformed his career and life in six months opening the doors for him to join the 2023 Cohort of Issa Rae's Color Creative Co.'s 'Find Your People Program' to becoming a face of Canva's new brand launch! Get ready to become intentional about your destiny!

Model & Entrepreneur, Bianca Lominy joins us in this powerful episode to discuss how modeling helped her to begin overcoming trauma by focusing on self-love. She deep dives into her story of resilience, transformation, and how it led to her restoring the relationships she had with her family and friends. Plus she provides practical advice on how you can slow down and gain valuable insight into your life and how to gracefully pivot from the obstacles that are holding you back from living abundantly!

The African diaspora has created many opportunities for Black people across the world to connect and blend cultures but in America the experience can be polarizing. What's it mean to be African in America? What is Black American identity? Award-winning choreographer and creative director Angel Kaba keeps it real about identify, colonization, and gentrification in this episode of Inside Out Podcast!

Turn your failures into moments of opportunity and master the film business by making cash AND exercising your creativity! Filmmaker, Poet, and Entrepreneur Tamara S. Hall has mastered taking her films from idea to distribution with networks such as Revolt TV and BET. WATCH FOR FREE GAME!

BET's Murder Inc. Doc director/producer, Michael J. Payton recalls the moment Irv Gotti gave him the opportunity of a lifetime and meeting Jay-Z but it didn't come out without shocking truths about navigating fake friendships in Hollywood. He reveals the challenges of being a newcomer in Hollywood but drops knowledge about how self-belief has changed the game!

Imposter syndrome can be debilitating but Briana Starks shares the keys so you don't block your blessings! Briana has continued to overcome getting in her own way. As a celebrated Actress, Producer, Writer and Host; she provides keys to overcoming a fear or rejection and how you can get out of your comfort zone!

Feeling discouraged? Learn how to manifest your filmmaking vision and create the career of your dreams! Cylla Senii, award-winning filmmaker and creator of Situationships reveals how she took many leaps of faith to close distribution deals and land a television development deal with Mona Scott-Young to executive produce under her Monami Productions label.

Do you have an athletic mindset? Are you ready to play the long game? Black Film Space co-founder Reggie Williams shares how an athletic mindset can help filmmakers get to their goals quicker - and with a lot of patience.

Wondering how to make your short film on a $5k budget? In need of inspiration to finally launch the film career of your dreams? Award-Winning Producer, Writer, and Director Michelle A. Daniel recalls the moment seeing Spike Lee changed her life and how she's juggled being a Mother with her passion for filmmaking.

"Single Mother" or "Mothering While Single?" Ashley Simpo, author of "A Kids Book About Divorce," compels us to rewire how society has taught us to view Motherhood and community. This episode of Inside Out Podcast will encourage you to reconnect with your idea of self-care and deepen your understanding of liberation and human connection!

What secret challenges are you ready to reveal? Tamika Jamison (formerly Newhouse) award-winning author, producer, and founder of Delphine Publications, recollects some of the darkest periods of her life and how she came out triumphant on the other side. You don't want to miss this episode of Inside Out Podcast!

What hidden sacrifices have you made in the pursuit of your dreams? Award-winning director, actor, and writer Armie Hicks Jr. paints the picture of his journey as an artist, the sacrifices he's made, and his vision to establish a legacy for his daughter and family.