You can find my guest for episode 97 hosting trivia and bingo throughout the city of Memphis every week. Kevin Cerrito is the owner of Cerrito Entertainment and host of Cerrito Live and Wrestling Time on Sports 56 every Saturday from 10a-12p. After graduating from Houston High School, Kevin attended University of Memphis as a Communications major and wrote a weekly column for the Daily Helmsman. He later became a writer for Memphis Sport and entered the radio business with a focus on wrestling. ...
Dec 09, 2019•1 hr
North Memphis native Andrea Fenise is a lifestyle designer and creative entrepreneur. Born to teenage parents, Andrea lived with her grandmother for some time and had a creative knack for thrifting at an early age. Always labeled "Best Dressed" amongst her peers, Andrea graduated from Craigmont and later MTSU. She entered pharmacy school but found out quickly that she wanted to be an entrepreneur and pursue her interests in fashion. Andrea began blogging in 2007 and opened Style Junkie in 2008. ...
Dec 02, 2019•50 min
Whitehaven native, Milton Howery III a.k.a. Milton Memphis, has spent the last 13 years working in the entertainment and tourism industry. Milton began his career in 2005 working in radio as the morning show producer for the Mike and Mandy Morning Show on WRVR The River 104.5FM and hosted a weekly show on U92-FM "The Jazz Lover." After graduating from two separate colleges on the same weekend in 2011, Milton was named the Top Marketing Representative intern with Black Entertainment Television. I...
Nov 25, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Ever since a young girl, Carlissa Shaw always knew she would become a lawyer. With North Memphis running through her veins, Carlissa's family supported her wholeheartedly with this end goal in mind. After completing Snowden, she entered Central High School and was very active in sports and student activities. However, it was her love for track that led her to MTSU as an athlete and political science major with a concentration in Pre-Law. Upon graduation, Carlissa returned home and attended the U...
Nov 18, 2019•55 min
Devin Dion is a Memphis native who has worked in all aspects of multimedia. Her energetic and lively personality can be seen on television as she hosts The Style Center which currently airs in six states on Comcast Networks. Her love for fashion fostered opportunities with working behind the scenes at LA Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week and now Memphis Fashion Week. Find out more about Devin Dion including her thoughts on TI's recent hymen check, Jay Z's lavish invites, a very personal encoun...
Nov 11, 2019•42 min
With only four years of djing under his belt, DJ KVNG has worked with a plethora of artists and has even had the opportunity to dj numerous concerts. Kvng is currently the official dj for Duke Deuce who just signed to QC based in Atlanta. As you listen to the pod, you will discover the trials and tribulations he encountered along the way as he details his first gig at O'cielo and the sets he organized back in his UofM days. Although he loves to spin records, Kvng has an even deeper affection for...
Nov 04, 2019•59 min
Twenty years in the game and now headlining his own tour, episode 91 welcomes singer-songwriter Sammie! I often boast about this podcast having the secret ingredient of transparency and my Pisces brother Sammie fit right in. He first gained notoriety around the turn of the century with Gold certified top 25 Billboard Hot 100 hit "I Like It." Back on the scene with his fourth studio album Everlasting, Sammie says it hasn't always been easy going from teen star to adult. He's learned some powerful...
Oct 28, 2019•23 min
I have known my guest for episode 90, John Cornes, close to two decades. I was first introduced to this North Memphis native as a student at LeMoyne Owen College. It was there where John Cornes earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Accounting, and has used that knowledge in various industries, including airline, medical and government. He is currently a Real Estate Affiliate Broker representing local, national buyers and international buyers and sellers of r...
Oct 21, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Native Memphian, Lawrence "Boo" Mitchell, was surrounded by music growing up in South Memphis. Boo is the son of legendary Hi Records and Al Green producer, Willie Mitchell. After graduating from Christian Brothers High School, he formed a rap group called the M-Team in 1988. Years later he worked as manager and talent coordinator for his family's club, "Willie Mitchell's Rhythm and Blues Club" located on Memphis's historic Beale street. As you can imagine, countless celebrities frequented the c...
Oct 14, 2019•59 min
Not conforming to the norms of a traditional artist, Dani McGhee-Barlow brings her own unique style, yet remains dedicated to the calling on her life to spread the love of Christ. From talent shows to award shows, this Whitehaven native has been singing gospel since the age of five. With both grandparents being pastors, it is no surprise Dani would excel in the gospel realm singing background vocals for national recording artists from the likes of Kirk Franklin, Karen Clark Sheard, Yolanda Adams...
Oct 07, 2019•37 min
Tambra Cherie is a full time radio personality in Jackson, MS on 97.7 WRBJ during the midday. Throughout her career, she has worked with a number of entertainers and hosted numerous events, concerts, and festivals. This podcast will open your eyes to what it looks like to be a strong woman of faith in an industry filled with temptation. You'll learn how Tambra didn't let the word "NO" stop her dreams of joining the entertainment world. As a result, Tambra is now a self-published author empowerin...
Sep 30, 2019•41 min
Born and raised in South Memphis, artist and entrepreneur Young Soul began cutting his teeth as a creative in the Southern region of the city as a writer and author at Hamilton High School. He started recording demos at 17 and attended MTSU to pursue a career in journalism and politics. After discovering music was his calling, he built a cult-like fan base spreading from Tennessee to the East Coast markets. In 2018, he performed on two indie tours and released his first studio offering "Summer o...
Sep 23, 2019•1 hr 6 min
April Tolbert is the owner of Gabby Grace Boutique, an online women's clothing boutique based in Cordova, TN and also The Goal Apparel, a statement apparel company. Her creative juices flourished as a student at Overton High School in her creative writing class, playing the chello in the orchestra and cheering. April attended both UT Martin and University of Memphis and entered the corporate world after graduation. Although she enjoyed the corporate grind, she was ready to start her own business...
Sep 16, 2019•38 min
I thought it would be fitting on this #MotivationMonday to drop some inspiration from the Drip God himself Rich Fresh. This is the very first throwback pod I have ever posted however, I feel that it is necessary considering the circumstances. Fresh's story is one filled with redemption and respect. As a matter of fact, Fresh is launching his custom clothing line this upcoming Saturday at the very store that didn't see his vision at the start of his career. It's funny how those tables turn. You c...
Sep 09, 2019•1 hr 15 min
Certified personal trainer, Sherika Holmes, is my guest for episode 84. With over eight years of professional experience, Sherika has carved her very own lane in the fitness culture industry. She recently opened her very own studio offering classes such as trap boxing, cardio twerk, weight training, hip-hop step aerobics and much more. We begin the pod with Sherika playing basketball at Raleigh-Egypt High School and then going to UT Martin. Unfortunately, her hoop dreams fell apart after sufferi...
Sep 03, 2019•57 min
My guest for episode 83 is the founder and CEO of Unapologetic Record Label, James Dukes aka IMAKEMADBEATS. Raised by a single father in Orange Mound, James knew at a very young age that he was different. He later moved to New York where he sharpened his skills as a sound engineer at the legendary Quad Studios working with music industry stars like Ludacris, Solange Knowles, and Busta Rhymes. After returning to Memphis, James developed the enigmatic, faceless persona IMAKEMADBEATS and started hi...
Aug 26, 2019•1 hr 19 min
EPISODE LXXXII | "SO CHIC" w/ COURTNEY MCNEAL by Ena Esco
Aug 19, 2019•48 min
I've met my share of radio personalities over the years but no one quite like Stan Bell. Since day one he's been a class act and standout professional. Although his journey began many years ago in North Memphis, he has come full circle in many areas of his life. His very first bite of the broadcasting bug started as a WDIA teenage reporter while attending Northside at the age of 16. Years later he was affectionately known as "SB Superstar Bell" on the airwaves at UT Martin. But his dream came tr...
Aug 12, 2019•1 hr 19 min
EPISODE LXXX | "AN EXPRESSIVE SOUL" w/ ELLE PERRY by Ena Esco
Aug 05, 2019•41 min
EPISODE LXXIX | "SHE IS PAC" w/ IZZY MOORE by Ena Esco
Jul 29, 2019•1 hr
Jared "Jay B" Boyd is a multimedia journalist, hip-hop artist, humorist and on-air personality. Currently writing for the Daily Memphian, Jared has covered a vast amount of topics that have and will continue to enlighten us. But today he is telling us HIS story which begins growing up in Parkway Village. He shares his start in media that may surprise you, his time at Ole Miss as DJ Bizzle, his days in Mobile, AL and his extensive vinyl collection. Although Jared represents the millennial culture...
Jul 22, 2019•1 hr 30 min
EPISODE LXXVII | "HOT GIRL SUMMER" w/ DJ ZETTA by Ena Esco
Jul 15, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Episode 76 was lit with writer, host and stand up comedian Basial. He's been in the comedy game for only 2 years but has officially made his mark. Known for his witty, sarcastic and rude humor, Basial has been booked and busy! He is the creator of the amazing and uncensored showcase "The Rated R Comedy Show" series. Take a listen as he keeps Ena laughing while discussing an array of topics. One of the things I love the most is that he’s unapologetically himself letting his light shine as an open...
Jul 08, 2019•51 min
Working in the media business as a black female is not for the faint at heart. However, my guest for episode 75, Janeen Gordon, handles it with the utmost style and grace. This Central HS and University of Memphis graduate has been able to be successful on both radio and television platforms over the last 20 plus years all while battling several health issues. Janeen shares the moment she received word of her breast cancer diagnosis and how as women we often neglect ourselves. We also discuss he...
Jul 01, 2019•38 min
EPISODE LXXIV | "ENTREPRENEURIAL AGENDA" w/ CHASE MORGAN by Ena Esco
Jun 24, 2019•1 hr 10 min
Author, business coach, motivational speaker and philanthropist Clarissa Joi is my guest for episode 73 of the Verbally Effective Podcast. With roots in White Haven, Clarissa decided to attend Christian Brothers University as an IT major. Upon graduation, she entered the corporate world in her field. As you can imagine Clarissa has been the only woman let alone black woman in quite a few boardrooms. Her desire to change this statistic shines bright throughout her entrepreneur academy “Elite Winn...
Jun 17, 2019•53 min
EPISODE LXXII | "TRUSTING THE PROCESS" w/ DOC HOLLIDAY by Ena Esco
Jun 10, 2019•54 min
EPISODE LXXI | "THE WAYNE TRAIN" w/ WAYNE WILLIAMS by Ena Esco
Jun 03, 2019•55 min
You’ve been hearing my guest for episode 70, Devin Steel, on afternoon radio for the past two decades. His endorsements as an influencer include Mercedes, BET, Red Bull, Avion Tequila, Mattress Firm, NBC and MTV. Currently the SVPP for 7 of the top radio stations in market #51, Devin is a nationally recognized programmer, personality leader and mixer. Find out what sets Devin a part from the rest as we discuss his early appreciation for music, being a standout athlete and his introduction into r...
May 28, 2019•1 hr 8 min
From Double Tree Doll to Facegyrl Brands LLC, my guest for episode 69 is none other than Nikki Chanel. Having started her career by accident at Hamilton Place Mall in Chattanooga, TN, she has been blessed with the chance to work for some of the largest brands and celebrities. Nikki walks us through her humble beginnings working for other cosmetics companies and then one day deciding to create her very own business; combining her love for beauty, color and training. Facegyrl X Nikki Chanel was bo...
May 20, 2019•1 hr 16 min
