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If you don’t know Arike, you know her work. One of my dearest friends, not to mention beautiful on the inside and out, & one of the most talented, intelligent, stylish women I know. Arike first graced us singing in two of my fave the late 90s /2000s groups. ‘VOICES' and BEFORE DARK, who opened up for Destinys Child & Christina Aguilera 2000 Tour. My fellow LA native is a triple threat and has had an epic career, acting, singing, and dancing for peeps like Chris Brown, Usher, Jay Z, Ciara, and more. Arike moved on from the stage to her love of styling, and she is now a professional stylist/ Key Costumer for some of our favorite hit shows.... currently on#Grownish. I’m excited to have Arike share how she’s been quarantining, raising a 7-year-old son, and keeping it cute during the lockdown.

You know when two cool, passionate, creative, talented, and dope people decide to team up....and create dope shyt, that ends up being world-renowned? Well, that’s Lindsey & Craig. Hear two of my favorite creatives, share their journeys and destinations. As well as, what partnership, allyship, and the creative new normal means to them.

Larry is one of my longest and dearest friends. Larry is a proud rep of the west side of Chicago and has lived a life unparalleled. His journey began as a working Dancer/Choreographer to Missy Elliot’s assistant to one of the most innovative celebrity hairstylists of our time, Larry is a force. I’ll let you guys hear straight from Larry himself about the twists and turns, in between’s and WTFs. Larry’s story is definitely a journey of Black pain to Black excellence all at the same time.

It took this exact divine moment to have my girl Rhap come through and share her incomparable journey with Chobiznes fans. As an inspiring black woman in this industry, Rhapsody is an incredible creator and motivator of our time. Her moves, concepts, and creative delivery know NO bounds! NYC reppin' (Bronx and Harlem) - LA Livin' - with global outreach, it's safe to say Rhap MOVES people. Choreographing for Janet Jackson, "In the Heights", "All American" and not to mention owning her own company Rhapsody Dance, I often wonder when my girl sleeps? Let's find in this episode. Have your drink ready!

In this episode of Chobiznes LIVE we talking Black Love, Black Excellence, Black Gifts, and Black Joy! Get to know Josh Smith and Lindsay Ducos, an amazing power couple using their voices, art, and platforms to stand up in our fight to save, uplift, and empower black lives. Learn about Josh's creative journey with Usher and beyond to becoming Chris Brown's Creative Director. And Lindsay's unique transition from competitive ice skating, to rocking stages with Justin Bieber, Sade to Chris Brown, traveling with her partner in crime.

Duuuuuuude! Such a great time going live with the one and only Kel Mitchell! Kel is an entertainment icon and comedian that most of us grew up with. We stayed quoting his classic lines from Nickelodean favs like All That, Keenan & Kel, and of course, Goodburger, which I also had the pleasure of dancing in. Recently Kel has shown the world his evolution and range by killing it on #DancingWithStars, being an Executive Producer on Nickelodeons “All That”, becoming a Youth Pasteur, and not to mention he's welcoming a new addition to the family.

It’s time to hear about the epic career and creative journey of the one and only, Shawnette Heard! Shawn is one of my favorite people. Her talent shines in through all her work as a dancer, choreographer, director, producer, and educator. It’s been a blessing to watch her evolution from dancing to choreographing, and her contribution to iconic moments with Janet, Madonna, and many others. Shawn has since developed her own voice in the industry as a director, producer, and co-owner of SpittnImage Productions with her partner in crime and life, Melissa Ciampa. As a working Mom in the industry, Shawn talks about how she's getting it all done with a family, production company, and taking it one day at a time during the quarantine.

I could say so much about my girl Carmit who is a talented force of nature! Her journey speaks for itself as she's been around the world an ayayaya. Before her life as a PussyCat Doll, Carmit toured and danced with some of the most iconic artists including her birthday twin Beyonce. We also talk about how she was headed to the Olympics just before her dance career blossomed.

Chonique hangs with her cousin Saba on the latest episode of Chobines LIVE. Saba shares her industry journey from being the leading lady in Usher's iconic "My Way" video, to acting and her transition out of the business. Listen to her brave decision to leave the industry, earning her masters which lead her to a career in social services. We also touch on how she's navigating motherhood and family during the quarantine.

Ashley Everett discusses how her epic journey becoming Beyonce's Dance Captain got her to where she is today. Not only is she slaying in acting and modeling, but she is also an owner of her own swimwear line. Ashley also gives us insight on how she's navigating the quarantine and kicking ass with her fitness goals during this time.