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Blacktivities

Shannon Chatmon, Talisa Hale, and Karen Roberts

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Blacktivities connects black America’s past to the present with the perfect balance of silly meets serious while engaging in thought-provoking and sometimes nostalgic conversations for the culture. Shannon, Lisa, and Karen prove that the black female is not a monolith as they offer their perspectives on living while black in America.
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“LET'S SHOOT! with PETE CHATMON" is a podcast on directing for anybody that’s, quite simply, ever watched anything. Pete Chatmon converses with a wide range of fellow directors, writers, actors, showrunners, producers, executives, and more on a journey to determine just what makes a good director and why we’ll always need stories... *Visit Pete's website and get your merch! www.petechatmon.com *Watch On YouTube! https://bit.ly/37iekw1 Host: Pete Chatmon Producer: Tristan Nash Assistant Produ ...
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Daily Dose

Kyle Chatmon

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Daily Dose is one of the realist talk podcast hosted by Kay K & M. We will have special guest visits to speak on certain topics and to spice things up a bit. Here we will talk about literally everything from life, relationships, politics, motivation, music, etc. It's an open discussion podcast so tune in.
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Looking to finally get your finances in order? Join the others in the Kurrency with Katherine group who are building their financial literacy to in turn increase their financial capability. Hosted by Katherine Chatmon, a paraplanner and financial educator, each episode deep dives into various money and financial literacy topics. Our goal is to educate and empower our listeners to make sound, financial decisions to build generational wealth while on the path to financial peace.
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U Talk, I'll Listen, hosted by Shannon Chatmon, is about mental health, healing, human connection and perspectives, and empathy through stories. New episodes released every other Monday. Our stories are what make us unique, but they’re also what connect us as human beings. It’s time to stop talking and start listening. Stories… experience… empathy… mental health… and human connection… U talk, I’ll listen.
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Christian parents today are challenged in the task of training and equipping their children in biblical principles. In this podcast, we will discuss proven ways to create a personalized plan that works for children of all ages, even those who are now adults and have families of their own. We will see how other parents have successfully applied the principles from Terence's best-selling book, by the same title, in their family life. He'll provide real-world examples that he's used with worksh ...
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I'M DONE PLAYIN!

Will Chatmon

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I am a former Division I Collegiate Athlete that loves to talk about my personal experiences as being a student athlete! This podcast is about fun story telling, talking about current events as it relates to sports, and tips/advice on how to navigate before, during, and after your sports career! This podcast is not only for collegiate or pro athletes, this is for anyone who has been on a team or involved in sports in any way, even as a hobby! Feel free to leave reviews and feedback about wha ...
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Righting Narratives is about correcting or rebalancing stories, histories, and perspectives that have been misrepresented or overlooked. Sometimes, we even have to right the narratives in our own minds and rethink how we look at the world and ourselves.
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The Four Flats Podcast

The Four Flats Podcast

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Darian Edwards (@Gullyveli) along with cohost Shane Ferrier (@Shane_mf7) Johnny Mac (@imjohnnyhoe) and Cartier Chatmon (@hf_cartie) do their best effort of finding a balance in the spectrum between difference in ideologies and everyday methods and tactics we use to constantly make the world exponentially more divisive and misunderstood than necessary. Delving into all things from pop culture, dating tactics, music, and mental wellness, this is the perspective you’ve been wanting so we have n ...
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The Black Landscape

Andréa Spearman

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The Black Landscape is a series of conversations that spotlight Black emerging and established leaders in the San Francisco Bay Area communities in various industries including the performing and literary arts, local government, the Peralta College system, labor unions, fashion design, event management and curation, entrepreneurship, and more!
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Down and Dirty DV

Anthony Q. Artis

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Any Budget. Any Camera. Any Time. That's how we roll. Down and Dirty DV is all about digital guerrilla filmmaking. If it's video and low-budget, let's talk about it. "It doesn't take money to make films...It takes resources," and we are all about helping you maximize your resources with tutorials, candid advice, filmmaking resources and interviews with the front line troops of DV filmmaking. Be sure to hit the "SUBSCRIBE" button if you're down with Down and Dirty DV. Our podcasts alternate b ...
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Send us a text Christopher “Chris” Chatmon is CEO and Founder of Kingmakers of Oakland (KOO) an award winning nonprofit that supports school districts around the country to improve the educational and life outcomes of Black Boys. For 10 years Chatmon served as the first Executive Director, African American Male Achievement (“AAMA”) for the Oakland …
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Send us a text Catch full episodes on Patreon! Become a member today at Patreon.com/TheBlackLandscape Meet Gina Woods! She's a serial entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor, bringing a wealth of experience cultivating successful beauty brands with a focus on community reinvestment. As the Co-Founder/Owner of Donna’s Recipe with Tabitha Brown,…
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In Paul Laurence Dunbar's poem “We Wear the Mask,” he wrote of a smile that “grins and lies” referring to our inability to show our authentic selves and feelings. This week on Blacktivities, we talk about what it means to take off the mask—especially while moving through workplaces and the world. Shannon, Lisa, and KK talk finding safe spaces, what…
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In this episode of Blacktivities, Shannon, Lisa, and KK unpack the parenting phrases we grew up hearing—and how many of them still echo in our adult lives and therapy sessions. From “Because I said so” to “I brought you in this world, I can take you out,” we’re talking about how generational trauma gets passed down, sometimes biologically, and how …
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We all got 'em—those moments where our Black card might get snatched! In this lighter episode of Blacktivities, Shannon and KK trade Black Card Confessions—from not knowing how to play Spades to secret love for Wilson Phillips and white folks' footwear. But as always, we keep it rooted with a Big Facts segment on the history of the "Black card" and…
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In this episode of Blacktivities, Shannon, Mona Lisa, and KK dive into a conversation that’s long overdue — the fetishization of Black men. From historical roots to what it looks like in dating, porn, and pop culture today, the hosts unpack the ways Black men are turned into objects instead of being seen as full, complex people. They share personal…
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In this powerful episode of Blacktivities, Shannon welcomes special guest Rick Willis — a proud HBCU alum, veteran, journalist, and outspoken advocate for Black empowerment — to unpack the growing backlash against Black culture, history, and unity. From banned books and rewritten curriculums to erasure in media and targeted attacks on Black progres…
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Black creativity has always been the blueprint. From the music we vibe to, to the dances that go viral, to the art that shapes culture—Black folks have BEEN leading the way. But history shows us a pattern: when the genius comes from Black communities, the credit often goes elsewhere. In this episode of Blacktivities, Shannon, Lisa, and KK unpack th…
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We’re back—and a lot has gone down. In this season opener, we catch you up on the major stories that have shaped Black culture, politics, and resistance since our last episode. From boycotts and burning plantations to Black dandyism on the red carpet, we connect the dots between history and the headlines. In this episode: Boycott of Dollar General:…
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Send us a text Subscribe to hear the FULL interview and more! Patreon.com/TheBlackLandscape Selena Wilson is a community-centered collectivist dedicated to giving back to the village that raised her--East Oakland. She currently serves as the CEO of the East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC) where she attended programming as a youth. In this …
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Send us a text This is the FINAL WEEK to see "Fat Ham" directed by Margo Hall. A very Black, very Southern, very modern reimagining of Hamlet. Get TICKETS to "Fat Ham" at San Francisco Playhouse. https://www.sfplayhouse.org/sfph/2024-2025-season/fat-ham/ Margo Hall is the artistic director of Lorraine Hansberry Theatre and an award-winning actor/di…
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We are bringing the podcast full circle as our very first guest, Theo Travers, returns for the Season 6 finale of Let’s Shoot! with Pete Chatmon. Theo Travers is a Showrunner and Writer known for “Parish”, “Billions”, “Power”, “Love Life” season 2, and "House of Lies". In this episode, Theo sits down with Pete to discuss new realities and the state…
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Last Wednesday, we brought the hive together for a screening of Pete Chatmon’s YELLOWJACKETS Episode 306, “Thanksgiving (Canada),” followed by a killer in-depth panel and Q&A featuring creators and executive producers, Ashey Lyle and Bart Nickerson, director and executive producer, Jeffrey W. Byrd and actors, Courtney Eaton and Warren Kole. In this…
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Send us a text Go see Kathryn Seabron in her 1-woman show "Angry Black Woman 101" at The Marsh in Berkeley, March 15 - April 13. https://themarsh.org/shows_and_events/marshstream/kathryn-seabron/ Subscribe to the Patreon for $5/month to access the full length episodes, exclusive merch, and behind the scenes content! Patreon.com/TheBlackLandscape Ka…
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At the beginning of the season, we said black women were going on a break, but the sabbatical is over! Lately, it seems like blackness is under attack and our civil rights are being threatened. We're sending out the bat signal for the 92%! It's all hands on deck... time to resist! Shan, Lisa, and KK discuss how our ancestors did it on the plantatio…
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Armed with agency expertise, Stephen evolved into a hands-on manager by blending his sharp instincts with long-term career strategy. Stephen Marks is a Manager and the President of Dialed-In-Entertainment. In this episode, Stephen joins Pete to share his insights on the progression of negotiation, the difference between an agent and a manager, the …
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Social media has made us more connected, but it has also brought some new problems into the mix. According to a survey by the Pew Research Center, among those whose partner uses social media, 23% say they have felt jealous or unsure of their relationship because of the way their current partner interacts with others on social media. From "single" m…
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Taking on a new role behind the scenes, Rose balanced both sides of the lens by making her TV directorial debut on episode 413 of CBS’s “Ghosts”. Rose McIver is a New Zealand-born actress known for “Ghosts”, “The Lovely Bones”, “iZombie”, and “Woke”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Rose as they discuss the art of multitasking and leading a show,…
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Kofi Siriboe, the chocolate brotha who played Ralph Angel in Queen Sugar and is in the current season of Harlem as Seth, recently became part of a headline because he said he practices ethical non-monogamy. Singer Ne-Yo has also made some headlines recently for having four girlfriends. So what is it? And is this what we're doing now? Shannon breaks…
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Transitioning from writer to showrunner, Sascha now balances storytelling, leadership, and logistics to shape his vision from concept to completion. Sascha Penn is a writer, producer, and showrunner known for “Raising Kanan”, “Creed 2”, “Survivor’s Remorse”, and “Power”. In this episode, Sascha sits down with Pete to discuss pitching and developing…
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Zora Neale Hurston, a writer during the Harlem Renaissance, coined the term “All my skinfolk ain’t kinfolk” when she talked about black folks that didn’t agree with her views about how to advance black interests or were not trying to advance black interests at all. We've seen various iterations of these characters throughout history. From tropes li…
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Send us a text *Please excuse my voice, I was at the tail-end of a cold. J.R. Rice is a Black man, writer, teacher, event host & curator, and spoken word artist, born and raised in Oakland, California. He has a B.A in Creative Writing and an English Education teaching credential from California State University of Long Beach. While studying abroad …
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After launching her career through both commercial and stage work, Kelly developed a strong on-screen presence and marketable charm which later translated into compelling television roles. Kelly McCreary is an actress known for “Greys Anatomy”, “Scandal”, “Emily Owens M.D., and “Harvey Girls Forever!”. In this special episode, Kelly joins Pete to d…
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On January 20 and 21, 2025, the President signed two executive orders with the intention of getting rid of DEI in all government entities and even some private sector companies. Shannon, Lisa, and KK discuss their thoughts on merit-based hiring and efforts to kill diversity, equity, and inclusion. Also, Lisa shares what happened when she was asked …
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Starting in Script Supervision, Rebecca mastered the mechanics of storytelling before stepping into the Director’s chair with confidence. Rebecca Asher is a Director known for “Big Mood”, “High Potential”, “Ghosts”, and “Grace and Frankie”. In this episode, Rebecca and Pete discuss the evolution of technology, the role of a Script Supervisor and tr…
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Another Valentine's Day has come and gone, but the ladies of Blacktivities will always promote black love. In this episode, Shannon, Lisa, and KK take a dive into the lyrics of old soul love songs with licensed therapist Mattie Finn to try and gain some insight into how we can have thriving relationships. Bring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay po…
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Send us a text Lance Gardner is an award-winning actor, who was last seen on stage in 2019 in TheatreWorks Silicon Valley’s production of "The 39 Steps" as well as the co-production of "Skeleton Crew" at Marin Theatre and TheatreWorks Silicon Valley. More details about his current role as the lead in "Waste" at Marin Theatre (Feb. 6 - Mar. 2) and p…
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With roots in spoken word and rap, Rafael seamlessly blends poetic expression with cinematic structure to shape compelling scripts. Rafael Casal is a multi-hyphenate storyteller known for Blindspotting, Loki, Bad Education, and Wildcat. In this episode, Rafael sits down with Pete to discuss transitioning from music to film, the independent hustle a…
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Black women are tired!!! We are taking a break from all the demands society has put on us. From out working everybody else, to having to be overqualified and still being overlooked, to organizing movements and getting little recognition, to enduring abuse... In the understood words of the former First Lady Michelle Obama... we ain't going! Ladies, …
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From a young actress staging backyard productions to crafting powerful scenes from the director’s chair, Maggie’s storytelling journey came full circle. Maggie Kiley is a Director known for “American Sports Story”, “Doctor Odyssey”, “Brilliant Minds” and NBC’s upcoming series “Grosse Pointe Garden Society”. In this episode, Pete is joined by Maggie…
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Happy Black History Month! The ladies of Blacktivities are back with Season 6, serving up a hilarious yet honest intervention for the culture! From over-the-top lashes to social media drama, Shannon, Lisa, and Karen break down what needs to stay in 2024. Listen for unfiltered commentary on everything from beauty trends to relationship dynamics in t…
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Discovering his passion at a young age, Mike embraces the grind by going above and beyond to ensure he’s well prepared for any role he portrays. Mike Colter is an Actor known for “Evil”, “Luke Cage”, “The Good Wife”, and “Alarum”. In this episode, Mike joins Pete to discuss being a student of technique, fueling your artistic passions, collaborating…
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Send us a text Robert Townsend, hailed as one of the "Godfathers of the Independent Film World," is a trailblazing actor, director, writer, and filmmaker with over 30 years in show business. Townsend is set to star in his solo show, Living the Shuffle, running at The Marsh Berkeley from January 31 to March 9. For full length episodes, become a memb…
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Send us a text Zuhairah Washington is a Harvard Business School and Harvard Law School graduate and the former CEO of Otrium, a global, sustainable fashion marketplace recognized as one of the The Most Innovative Companies of 2023 by Fast Company Magazine. She has scaled four multi-billion dollar companies and is widely recognized as a dynamic and …
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Send us a text Diann Valentine founded SLAYYY Hair in 2021 after years of wearing braids and experiencing increased itching, scalp irritation, scabbing, and breakage regularly with her own scalp. Determined to find a healthier and non-toxic solution, she started developing what has become known as the SLAYYY Secret Sauce. After two years of intense…
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Send us a text Destiny Muhammad is a Recording/ Performing Artist | Band Leader | Composer & Producer. Her genre ‘Celtic to Coltrane’ is cool and eclectic with a feel of Jazz & Storytelling to round out the sonic experience. Destiny collaborations, curations and commissioning include: Grace Cathedral Christmas Concert Series Stanford Jazz Festi…
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Send us a text Rohan DaCosta is a multi-disciplinary artist from Chicago, based in Oakland, working primarily through photography, writing, and song. His book, The Edge of Fruitvale, was published by Nomadic Press on April 28, 2018, and has been since nominated for a California Book Award and a Pushcart Prize. His portrait photography has been feat…
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Blacktivities returns in February!!! Check out the third episode of Shannon's newest podcast, RIGHTing Narratives in this bonus episode. Isaiah Mack is an NFL defensive tackle and former standout at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. During his college career, Mack earned All-American honors and was named the Southern Conference Defensive …
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Isaiah Mack is an NFL defensive tackle and former standout at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. During his college career, Mack earned All-American honors and was named the Southern Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2018. Known for his resilience and disruptive play on the defensive line, he recorded 20 career sacks and was a dom…
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Send us a text Chi Chi Okonmah lives and breathes her passion as an established Bay Area Artist, Production & Stage Manager, Cultural Strategist, & CA Real Estate Broker. Since moving to California in 2000, Chi Chi has successfully held management and consulting positions for some of the most prominent individuals & organizations in the Bay Area Pe…
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Send us a text Seen in "A Distinct Society," Kenny Scott (he/him) returns to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley as Shawn, an avid basketball fan pursuing a career as a writer. An artistic company member of Oakland Theater Project and Shotgun Players, Scott has appeared in productions at Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Marin Theatre, Magic Theatre, California …
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Send us a text Bosko Kante is a music producer, inventor, and mechanical engineer who has written and performed talkbox on Grammy Winning Albums by Dua Lipa and Kanye West including the #11 streaming song of all time “Levitating”. When he was forced to lip sync his talkbox part instead of performing live on the American Music Awards with Kanye West…
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At an early age, Lee was captivated by the art of creating illusions for an audience which helped him transition this passion into crafting mesmerizing visual stories. Lee Toland Krieger is a writer and director known for “You”, “Dead Boy Detectives”, “Superman & Lois”, and “The Age of Adaline”. In this episode, Lee sits down with Pete to discuss t…
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We use the term and the hashtag black excellence all the time, but what is it exactly? And... is it a term we like, or does it give black people an inferiority complex? Hosts Shannon, Lisa, and KK and their guest, Shay McCowan, Executive Director of Chattanooga Business Elite, discuss all things black excellence. Follow Shay and the Chattanooga Bus…
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The most frequently asked question of any working Director is “how do you secure a job?”. In this special craft episode, Pete is joined by returning guest Keith Powell to discuss their journeys to directing for television, set culture and protocol, the importance of investing wholeheartedly in your work, creating your own opportunities, recalibrati…
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The Crack Epidemic had a long-lasting effect on the black community, as a majority of crack users were black. The War on Drugs imposed minimum prison sentences that led to a dramatic increase in incarceration rates for black males. While the Crack Epidemic was criminalized, the Opioid Crisis, which predominately affects the white community, has bee…
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Being relentless in her journey during the peak of personal trials and industry strikes created the foundation for this Director’s ability to explore complex emotional landscapes in her work. Tara Miele is a film and television Director and Writer known for “Lessons in Chemistry”, “Wander Darkly”, “The Nomads”, “Little America’ and more. In this ep…
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Back in the day, we used to be singing songs and never paid any attention to what they were actually saying. In this episode, Shannon, Lisa, and Karen take a deep dive into some of the lyrics that made us pause and say, "Now what now?" They also give their thoughts on whether the culture is influencing the music or the music is influencing the cult…
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This well-rounded Casting Director brings a unique perspective and commitment to inclusive casting practices after seamlessly transitioning into her role from teaching American Sign Language in England. Linda Lowy is a Casting Director known for “Grey’s Anatomy”, “Friday Night Lights”, “Scandal”, and more! In this episode, Linda sits down with Pete…
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