Episode 12: Charles Stephens Interview

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John sits down with Charles Stephens, Founder and Executive Director of Counter Narrative Project (CNP) to discuss the traditions of black gay writers, the importance of black gay media, the vision that he has for CNP, and more.

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Episode 12: Charles Stephens Interview

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In this episode, John sits down with content creator and social media influencer Tyreak Told You . Tyreak talks about graduating from an HBCU, how he got started creating content, monetizing your content, the pros and cons between Tik Tok and Instagram, and more. In My B.A.G. segment this episode will have you at the edge of your seats as John talks about an event that occurred on a late night. Support the Tyreak Told You Expansion Plan TikTok Instagram YouTube…

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Episode 20: Kareem Youngblood Interview 59:49

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Episode 19: Kenzi James Interview 58:05

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Episode 18: Aaron Westbrook Interview 51:50

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Episode 17: Legendary Leggoh JohVera Interview 1:01:55

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John sits down with the Founder of Open To All Entertainment (OTA) ( @opentoall.ent ) , the Legendary Leggoh JohVera . Leggoh talks about growing up in multiple cities, how he got started in ballroom, the Iconic MC Debra, his opinion about the HBO Max show Legendary, and more. This season is sponsored by the Counter Narrative Project (CNP) , a non-profit organization that shifts narratives about Black gay men to change policy and improve lives.…

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Episode 16: Medino Green Interview 39:02

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Episode 15: Chad Bailey Interview 50:26

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Episode 13: Kerry D Interview 1:04:31

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Episode 12: Charles Stephens Interview 1:17:37

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Episode 10: Nathaniel Jaye Interview 1:22:56

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Episode 9: Bugz Gutta Interview 1:00:09

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