The JamirSmith Show Podcast

Episodes

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  Renée Harrison: Finding Her Voice and Making Room for Others 22.10.2026 35m

  Renée Harrison is an actor, storyteller, and founder of Black Girls Do Theater. Best known for playing Candace in Netflix’s A Different World, she shares stories about finding her voice, building community, and making room for Black women in theater.
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  Alex Isley: Love, Stillness, and Trusting Your Voice 20.10.2026 24m

  Today, I sit down with Alex Isley to talk about When The City Sleeps and the feelings that surface when life gets quiet. We explore love, second chances, motherhood, and learning to trust your voice. A conversation about what we share through music and what we keep for ourselves, on The Jamir Smith Show.
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  Patrick Macmanus at Create the Writers Room LA 18.10.2026 6m

  I sat down with Patrick Macmanus at Create the Writers Room LA to talk about the responsibility behind the suspense in Dr. Death, the weight of being a showrunner, and knowing when to listen to someone who sees the story differently.We also got into the advice new writers should question and how to protect your love for storytelling when the pressure gets loud.The question I kept coming back to: How do you lead a room while staying open to being changed by it?
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  Felicia Pride | Showrunner and Executive Producer of Netflix’s A Different World 18.10.2026 5m

  Jamir Smith sits down with Felicia Pride, showrunner and executive producer of Netflix’s A Different World, to discuss bringing Hillman’s next chapter to life, trusting her voice, and leading the writers’ room. The Honey Chile founder also shares her vision for centering Black women over 40 and advice for emerging writers ready to tell their stories.
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  Love, Patrick | Los Angeles Screening & Red Carpet 17.10.2026 16m

  Jamir Smith takes you to the Los Angeles premiere of Love, Patrick: Nothing Is Impossible for conversations with Tina Knowles, Kevan Hall, Angela Dean, Roshumba Williams, Marcellas Reynolds, Yolanda Adams, Vanessa Estelle Williams and Law Roach. From Tina’s reflections on the Knowles-Rowland House to Yolanda’s sources of strength and Law’s perspective on personal style, these interviews explore identity, community and Patrick Kelly’s lasting influence on Black fashion.
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  Chanté Moore, Queen Sheba, and Ronnie “Lil Ronnie” Jackson | A Toxic Love Interview 15.10.2026 32m

  Queen Sheba, Chanté Moore, and Ronnie “Lil Ronnie” Jackson join The Jamir Smith Show to discuss A Toxic Love, a 12-track blend of spoken word, vocals, and production. We explore heartbreak, why we return to familiar relationships, and what choosing yourself really takes. Plus, the trio shares what submitting the project for Grammy consideration means to them.
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  Zainab Johnson | Toxically Optimistic on Netflix 10/27 14.10.2026 1m

  Had the opportunity to interview the funny and always amazing Zainab Johnson! From Upload to Hijabs Off, she keeps us laughing. Her new special, Toxically Optimistic, premieres October 27 on Netflix, produced by Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground. Can’t wait!
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  Brandi S. Cummings | President of NABJ Sacramento, News Anchor 13.10.2026 53m

  Brandi S. Cummings, KCRA 3 morning anchor and founding president of NABJ Sacramento, joins The Jamir Smith Show at the NABJ National Convention in Atlanta. We talk about finding her voice, being a Black woman in news, protecting people’s humanity and the sacrifices behind success. We also celebrate her 2026 Journalist of Distinction honor and NABJ Sacramento’s Professional Chapter of the Year award.
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  The Afro Awards 2026 | Red Carpet (Hollywood) 11.10.2026 14m

  Tonight, The Jamir Smith Show hit the Afro Awards red carpet to celebrate Black excellence and community impact. Hear interviews with founder and president Chief Taiwo Oduala, Karl Kani, Adina Howard, Tyrone DuBose, Novi Brown, Big Lez, and the night’s host, comedian Shang, as we talk about their work and the people behind it.
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  When Boys Exhale: Friendship, Love, and the Room to Breathe 08.10.2026 45m

  Today on The Jamir Smith Show, I sit down with Derwin J. King, Daniel L. Moore, Kristin Michelle Young, and writer/director Anthony Green to talk about When Boys Exhale. We get into Black queer friendship, love, family expectations, and the courage to let yourself be seen. Catch the play in Los Angeles October 9–10. Follow Cagedbirds Productions for tickets.
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  Jordan Aaron Hall: Finding His Voice at Hillman 08.10.2026 31m

  Jordan Aaron Hall joins The Jamir Smith Show to talk about bringing Amir Rodale to life in A Different World, growing up onstage, and finding his voice as an actor, writer, and director. A thoughtful conversation about family, Black queer representation, and the person behind the success.
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  3rd Eye Recordings: Building the Business Without Losing the Artist 02.10.2026 20m

  Today on The Jamir Smith Show, I sit down with 3rd Eye Recordings founder and CEO K.R.O.K., president and co-founder Kenneth Sarino, and A&R Marcus T. Paulk. We get into artist ownership, finding talent, tough business decisions, and what it takes to support an artist without changing who they are. A conversation about trust, creative freedom, and the people behind the music.
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  Twinning, LA Screening Premiere 02.10.2026 7m

  Join Jamir Smith at the Los Angeles private screening and red carpet of Twinning, Dierected by Craig Thomas, starring Armani Greer and executive produced by Nicole Murphy. Hear conversations about success, new projects and advice for rising actors.Red carpet guests include Nicole Murphy, Johnny Gill, Cornell Young IV, Shar Jackson, Faizon Love, De’Aundre Bonds, Jill Marie Jones, Neil Brown Jr., Chidi Ajufo and Anthony “Big Boz” Boswell, with additional guests expected.
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  Cornell Young IV Interview | Staying Focused 02.10.2026

  Caught up with Cornell Young IV at the Twinning red carpet premiere in LA! He’s stepping into Hillman as Shaquille Johnson in Netflix’s A Different World sequel. We talked about his success and his advice for young actors looking up to him. Excited to see him continue to make his mark.
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  Forever, This Ring Hollywood Premiere | Interviews 01.10.2026 3m

  Jamir Smith recaps the Los Angeles premiere of “Forever, This Ring,” featuring conversations with Erica Mena and Marques Houston about love, identity, trust, and the secrets behind a picture-perfect marriage. The psychological thriller, directed by Chris Stokes and starring Taye Diggs, explores what happens when the person you love isn’t who you thought they were.
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  Leon Interview | THE MAN BEYOND THE ROLES 29.09.2026 10m

  Leon has given us unforgettable performances in The Five Heartbeats, Cool Runnings, The Temptations and more. On The Jamir Smith Show, we talk about the man beyond those roles: finding his place in Hollywood, protecting his sense of self, and making music with Leon and the Peoples. We also reflect on fatherhood, longevity and the legacy he hopes to leave.
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  Daryll Cumbie, The Surgical Artist Interview | The Other art Fair (LA) 27.09.2026 3m

  Today in Santa Monica at the opening of The Other Art Fair, I sat down with Daryll Cumbie, The Surgical Artist. After losing his childhood photos, he began painting the memories they held. We talked about what a painting can bring back, the upbringing behind his work, and what he hopes people feel when they live with it.https://www.thesurgicalartist.comhttps://www.theotherartfair.com
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  KB Art House : Kayla B. Miller | The Other Art Fair (LA) 27.09.2026 2m

  Today in Santa Monica during opening of The Other Art Show, I sat down with Kayla B. Miller of KB Art House. We talked about the Southern Black stories she pieces into her collages, why she’s building a sanctuary for other artists, and what it takes to give yourself permission to begin.Follow: https://www.kbarthouse.com
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  Black Music Action Coalition GALA | Los Angeles 25.09.2026 12m

  Tonight on The Jamir Smith Show, I’m speaking with artists at the Black Music Action Coalition gala about the work behind their music and the change they want to see beyond it. BMAC brings artists and industry leaders together to push for racial equity in music and honor those using their platforms to make a difference.
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  The Horror Show at the Academy Museum Press Day 24.09.2026 4m

  Today on The Jamir Smith Show, I stepped inside The Horror Show at the Academy Museum and spoke with Amy Homma, the museum’s Director and President; Jessica Niebel, Senior Exhibitions Curator; and Robert Englund, the actor behind Freddy Krueger. We talked about why horror stays with us and what this exhibition reveals about the stories that scare us.