When Minx, a popular black girl influencer, discovers her number one fan and stalker has orchestrated a triple homicide murder, she must find a way to use her quick thinking to save her and her friends' lives before it's too late. Minx arrived at her best friend's apartment thinking she finally caught a break and caught Ava red-handed, but she ended up getting hit on the head. A fan of hers had taken her and her best friend hostage, trying to get her to join him on a joint YOUTUBE channel and st...
Jan 30, 2023•21 min
This is the story of college sweethearts Kash and Parker. They attend Douglass University in Georgia and you will meet them at their launch party for their new joint venture “Shared-Ride.” Shared Ride is an app designed by Parker where its sole purpose is to provide jobs and ownership opportunities for college students. Join us as Parker discovers that all isn’t as it seems when you go into business with your boyfriend. Follow us on social media Instagram – @talesofthetextpodcast Twitter @taleso...
May 16, 2022•25 min
Let’s rewind a bit to how all this popped off. Introducing Minx a fye fashion influencer who went from sneakerhead to street chic. She hosted an epic After Party and all hell broke loose. She was known to kill fits and throw killer parties. But could she be a killer, too? Follow Us On Instagram @talesofthetextpodcast Credits: Tales Of The Text Is Created and Executive Produced By - Joi Mitchell Writer Krissy Taylor Minx- voiced by Llogan Peters Brit- voiced by Lauryn Giles Venita - voiced by Dat...
Mar 26, 2022•21 min
We have made it to the finale of Accidentally Stumped. This 4 part series has taken us on the journey of Sanaa a 20-year-old college student who shares the relatable story of her break-up. Does she choose her ex Brooks or good guy Nasir? Follow Us @talesofthetextpodcast – Instagram @talesofthetext- twitter Created and Executive Produced By – Joi Mitchell Writer Auzrielle Raglin Sanaa- voiced by Genna Nicole Ramirez Shay- voiced by Sashana Ramirez Nasir- voiced by Rodney Blu Brooks – voiced by Wi...
Mar 04, 2022•18 min
In this episode, Sanaa finally opens up to her bestie Shay about the latest drama in her life around her feelings for Nasir and ex Brooks. Do you have a friend who gives good relationship advice? Follow Us @talesofthetextpodcast – Instagram @talesofthetext- twitter Created and Executive Produced By – Joi Mitchell Writer Auzrielle Raglin Sanaa- voiced by Genna Nicole Ramirez Shay- voiced by Sashana Ramirez Nasir- Rodney Blu Brooks - William Speight Narrator – Joi Mitchell Sound Design by Scott St...
Feb 11, 2022•19 min
We pick back up with Sanaa entering her dorm in a rage. She couldn't concentrate during her second class. All she could think about was Brooks and his damn audacity. Although Sanaa is frustrated with her ex she decides to meet Nasir, the tall, dark and, handsome drink of water she met on campus during the Black Student alumni board cookout. Let's just say that Sanaa still has feelings for Brooks and the possible "next" Nasir. Follow Us @talesofthetextpodcast - Instagram @talesofthetext - Twitter...
Dec 12, 2021•15 min
In this episode, we meet 20-year-old Sanaa and her best friend Shay. Sanaa just broke up with Brooks after a two-year relationship, but meets fine ass Nasir at a campus BBQ and later runs into her ex. Sanaa may still have feelings for Brooks, but can Nasir be her sneaky link? Only time will tell. Put your headphones on and press play to listen to part 1 of this 4 part series. Tales of the Text podcast is produced with support from PRX and the Google Podcasts creator program. Follow us @talesofth...
Nov 23, 2021•17 min
Tales Of The Text podcast provides all the fictional scripted drama, secrets, and plot twists your ears deserve. Meet college best friends Tara and Mariah as they prepare for a party nearby. As they open the Neighbor App to check for community updates, Tara uncovers that a possible stalker is in the area and suggests that perhaps they stay home to avoid danger. Mariah disagrees and that turns out to be the wrong decision. Tales of the Text podcast is produced with support from PRX and the Google...
Nov 05, 2021•16 min
Leila and Paris were everybody’s favorite besties. They were funny, gorgeous, had style, and were nice to anybody. They were the perfect pair. Leila was only a year younger than Paris, and if you crossed Leila you better pray Paris doesn’t hear about it; which she will, she always does. And then there’s cousin Toya. Toya was known for being the wild one. At twenty, she was two years older than Leila and Paris. Tonight they are playing spades and once “dope boy” calls the drama begins. Welcome to...
Jul 29, 2021•8 min
So we meet again. But this time, with LYDIA hiding from the camera. Not that that matters much anyway. Her “episode” is being stitched all over TikTok with some folks making fun of her and others explaining the increasing exclusivity of college and the cycle of poverty it creates. No matter the hot takes, LYDIA does not enjoy being plastered all over YouTube as a joke and on Instagram as the next up-and-coming meme. So who leaked Lydia's private audio? Girlfriend Tasha, Nemesis Deanna, or her si...
Jul 15, 2021•15 min
Meet 18-year-old lifestyle YouTuber—and much to her dismay—high school senior LYDIA, as she and her 19-year-old college freshman girlfriend TASHA walk through the crowded mall. They dodge stares as a camera hovers over their heads because that’s what vloggers do, right? The real question is what would you do if your personal information was shared without your permission? Welcome to SCREENED. Tales of the Text podcast is produced with support from PRX and the Google Podcasts creator program. Cre...
Jul 09, 2021•14 min
Welcome back to Strandz That Bind pt.2 - Social Skills. The story of JASMINE “JAZZ” WATERS, a nineteen-year-old business major who is the most popular girl on campus and the creator of the Strandz app. Next up is JUANITA “NITA” SANTOS, an eighteen-year-old English major who is the youngest of the Strandz Crew and last but not least is KENDRA CAMPBELL, a nineteen-year-old business major who is secretly jealous of Jazz. In this episode, you'll begin to notice that although Kendra and Jazz started ...
Jul 01, 2021•16 min
Welcome as Tales Of The Text Podcast presents “The Target”. Khyree, the star high school basketball player, is celebrating a game-winning shot when he suddenly is approached by a police officer after becoming a person of interest in the death of his girlfriend Ronnie. Did he do it or is someone else to blame? Now put on your headphones to listen to how the story unfolds to answer the question “Who killed Ronnie and why?” Credits:Created and Executive Produced By – Joi MitchellWriter – Nicholas R...
Jun 24, 2021•18 min
What would you do if you attended your best friend's wake and the body in the casket wasn't her but the corpse's right hand had a note addressed to you?! Meet Tasia and Michelle 16 y/o best friends where Michelle comes up missing and is presumed dead. The case makes national news and Tasia is invited as a guest on the popular true-crime show What, When, How?! with host Veronica Scott. It's during the interview that the truth is exposed. Is there such a thing as life after death? Creator/Executiv...
Jun 17, 2021•21 min
Meet JASMINE “JAZZ” WATERS, a nineteen year old business major from Atlanta who is the most popular girl on campus and the creator of the Strandz app. Next up is JUANITA “NITA” SANTOS, an eighteen year old English major from the Bronx who is the youngest of the Strandz Crew. Last but not least is KENDRA CAMPBELL, a nineteen year old business major from Chicago who is secretly jealous of Jazz. Welcome as Tales Of The Text Podcast presents "Strandz That Bind". What would you do if your friend deve...
Jan 25, 2021•12 min
Trigger Warning: The subject matter of this fictional podcast episode includes teen stalking and teen violence that may be distressing to some. KIYANA GORDON has finally found a quiet corner to herself. With her recent rise in popularity since establishing a successful YouTube channel, she has felt like her life has been moving 100 miles per hour. Near constant content, keeping up with endorsements, and all of the people that now want to be her “friend”, she’s doesn’t exactly know how to feel. S...
Dec 20, 2020•24 min
Welcome as Tales Of The Text Podcast presents “The Target”. Khyree, star high school basketball player, is celebrating a game winning shot when he suddenly is approached by a police officer after becoming a person of interest in the death of his girlfriend Ronnie. Did he do it or is someone else to blame? Narration Excerpts Then the door opens, startling Khyree. An officer waves him out of the room. Khyree gets up hesitantly. When Khyree walks out, he sees NIA filling out some paperwork. A rush ...
Nov 20, 2020•14 min
You're listening to audio snippets from: Wrapped In Crazy is the story of Jasmine and Antonio. Things are great in the beginning of their relationship. Jasmine and Antonio are having fun hanging out and enjoying each other's company. However, no one is prepared for her jealous streak, especially Antonio. Join us on this episode of Tales of the Text as Jasmine's obsessive and controlling personality causes her relationship to be...Wrapped In Crazy. The Collective allegedly needs Trevor's talents ...
Aug 13, 2020•2 min
SHANI, 16-year-old high school student, sits horrified, mind racing only a bit faster than her heartbeat. She is in an abandoned classroom in the school, listening to her iPad. At only 5 feet tall, her feet swing off of the ground in the tall stools. She twists her braids in her hand nervously, feeling glad that she is wearing black. She feels less visible. It is like her worst nightmare come true. She listens in disbelief, hoping against hope that she is mistaken about what she heard. But she k...
Feb 01, 2020•24 min
Trevor sits at his desk working on his English homework. As he is writing his essay suddenly his desktop monitor goes black. A cryptic message appears on Trevor's screen explaining that he has been monitored by a student-operated secret society called... 'The Collective'. The Collective allegedly needs Trevor's talents on their sports team and instructs him that he MUST NOT tell anybody about the secret organization. Trevor is understandably spooked about the message and things only get worse as...
Jan 12, 2020•13 min
Micah remains stunned by the news. She has so many emotions; hurt, confusion, disappointment, and anger being most among them. She tries to catch herself. She works hard not to betray her emotions on her face. She looks at Tiffany as if she couldn’t care less. MICAH (sarcastically)Congratulations on your new baby. Before Tiffany can say anything else, Micah turns and walks away. Her heart is heavy in her chest and she doesn’t know what to do. She thinks about her time with Derek and how much it ...
Jan 03, 2020•32 min
It's late night and JESSICA is in bed. The moon shines bright through her bedroom window. It's cold outside and the leaves have all fallen from the trees. Hanging tree branches tap at Jessica's window lightly causing her to stir, but not wake. On her night stand next to her bed sits a glass of water and her cell phone. A cool breeze seeps into the room causing Jessica to shiver a little and her curtains to move. Then a woman's voice whispers, "make them pay" in Jessica's ear. To find out more pu...
Dec 27, 2019•19 min
I never wanted to hurt him. But I told him that I loved him, and he disrespected that so, I had to set the tone. He started it. He wanted me and now he has me. It all started Tuesday. I was working my shift at The Westbrook Movie Theater when Antonio came in. I knew him from school, we had a couple classes together. He was so fine. He wasn’t really my type, but I figured I’d make an exception for him. He was Puerto Rican with curly hair and this smile that stopped everything. He could dress too....
Dec 20, 2019•21 min
Separated by popularity, Lynette sits alone at the far end of the cafeteria. A loner for good reason, but to her classmates that makes her weird and unapproachable. Curious about Lynette's mysterious solitatary ways, popular athlete Troy takes an interest in her. He tries to connect with Lynette but then realizes he may have gotten more than he can handle- Tales of the Text presents "Deadly Crush". Join us after the drama for our After The Text segment where we discuss the themes covered in the ...
Dec 13, 2019•15 min
Friends Imani, Unique, & Tremaine are at Brian's kickback when outta nowhere Brian SNAPS & their lives are FOREVER changed! 🔁 Share [ ] Subscribe THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Voices: Kennedy Kaitlyn Hugo New Ara Ms. J (narrator/executive producer) Music: Clark Make Hits~ Save Money Def Starz ~ Cake New Ara ~ Shit Ain't The Same Shegoturbo ~ We Can Make It Jalen Kobayashi ~ American Dreams The Cratez ~ Decline Audio Edito...
Aug 12, 2019•27 min
Seventeen year old Marcus has a nagging feeling about his girlfriend Janeice. She has a weird vibe about her, always lethargic during the day and enlivened at night. Marcus always felt that his girl had some strange issues, until that night at his home... Executive Producer/Creator/Narrator - Joi Mitchell (Ms. J) Voice actors - Kennedy & Hugo Producer/Director - Karrington Recording - Mystery Street Recording Chicago, Illinois Audio Editor - Emmanuel Kolawole Olugbenga Music: Intro - Save Me...
Apr 24, 2019•17 min
Aja Davids, 17, is dating popular college athlete Cameron Roberts until that one night when they were in a terrible car accident and Cameron was killed. After Cameron's death Aja discovers his dirty little secret. Creator|Executive Producer| Narrator Voice Actors - Kennedy (Aja), Kaitlyn (Paris), & Khalil (Cameron + Distorted Voice) Script written by Gihanna Kelly Music: "Save Me" - by Clark Make Hits "Low" - by Syndrome "Phone" - by AbSynapse "Decline" - by The Cratez Studio- Mystery Street...
Feb 06, 2019•20 min
Accidentally Crushin' is all about the journey with high school best friends Micah & Derek. Follow them in this episode after they crossed the friends line and added a few benefits while in Jamaica. Credits: Student Character Voices Shay & Leland Stanford and special guest Tadj as Tiffany Creator/Executive Producer/Narrator - Ms. J Music - Part 4 "Save Me" - produced by Clark Make Hits "Highway" - produced by Pedro Paes "Decline" - produced by The Cratez Story By : Shay Podcast Recording...
Jan 20, 2019•23 min
While on a road trip friends CJ, Raven, Trey, and Kimiko meet 9 year old JINX and all HELL breaks loose! Credits: Student Character Voices Kennedy, Kaitlyn, Khalil, & Karrington Creator/Executive Producer/Narrator - Ms. J Music "What A Feeling" - The Symphony "Conscious" - Homage "Spooky Bones"- D. Bane Maze "Friday The 13th" - Syndrome "Hallow"- Santos Santana "Hocus Pocus" - Cin-Trax "Decline" - produced by The Cratez Story by: Shaquille Roberts Podcast Recording - Mystery Street Recording...
Nov 02, 2018•24 min
Accidently Crushin' is the story of high school best friends Micah & Derek and what happens when one friend "catches feelings". Part 3 - After the day that Micah came out to Derek about how she felt, he thought that she would be distant. And him asking whether or not she was sure about going on a trip with him was just another sign that he still felt that she was being standoffish. Credits: Student Character Voices Shay & Leland Stanford Creator/Executive Producer/Narrator - Ms. J Music ...
Sep 01, 2018•30 min