BLAIR & Brandon
Dottin-Haley
#savagechatseries
During the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, following the gruesome murder of George Floyd, we created a space to uplift and celebrate Black people. Those whom we refer to as #SAVAGESOFTHECULTURE have had lasting impacts on their community and the world at large, and include activists, entertainers, artists, educators, entrepreneurs, and more. Over 450 guests have graced the #SAVAGECHATSERIES, including "Living Single" stars, Erika Alexander, TC Carson, and Kim Coles, President of the National Urban League, Marc Morial and President of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), Derrick Johnson, En Vogue, The Mayor of New Orleans, Latoya Cantrell, stylist and creative director Ty Hunter, Vanessa Williams, Michael Harriott and Omari Hardwick.
We were blessed to host the #SAVAGECHATSERIES live at Xavier University, Stillman College, the Wilmington Library and during the Ashe Cultural Arts Center's 25th Anniversary Rooftop Festival.
Check out the #SAVAGECHATSERIES on @the.blairisms instagram page, or click any of the images below to go directly to an episode.
Stay tuned for the next installment of the #SAVAGECHATSERIES.
Vanessa Williams, Actress & Author
Talk about an American ICON! We made news while sitting with star of stage and screen, Vanessa Williams. She spilled all the Tea!
Latoya Cantrell, Mayor of New Orleans
Join us for an insightful and uplifting conversation with the first Black woman elected Mayor of New Orleans.
Erika Alexander, Actress & Producer
Producer of Award-winning films, legendary actress and the one who coined us Brand Activists. Join us as we ride the Maverick!
Tarriona "Tank" Ball, Singer & Author
Grammy and Emmy nominated singer, songwriter, poet, author and one of the most talented Black women of her generation, Tank.
Roy Wood, Jr., Comedian & Actor
He's been seen on the Daily Show and all over the country performing standup, and he's here to keep us in stitches.
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Actress & Producer
Iconic Actress and star of stage, screen, film, Sheryl Lee Ralph is a blessing to us all and we should just be grateful!
Cindy Herron, EN
Member of the iconic female singing group, En Vogue!
Terry Ellis, VO
Member of the iconic female singing group, En Vogue!
Rhona Bennett, GUE
Member of the iconic female singing group, En Vogue!
Jawn Murray, Producer
Host and producer of the award-winning Sherri Show, the one and only Jawn Murray joins us for an incredible convo!
April Ryan, Journalist
The longest serving African American Female Journalist in the White House Press Room, and an ICON of journalism, April Ryan!
Big Freedia, Bounce Artist & Entrepreneur
The Queen of New Orleans Bounce, Big Freedia has collaborated with everyone from Beyoncé to Drake to Ciara and many more!
Musiq Soulchild, Singer & Songwriter
Musiq joins us for an amazing birthday celebration that we won't ever forget, with special guest Carol Riddick!
Marsha Ambrosius, Artist & Producer
The one and only Marsha Ambrosius joins us with all of the fabulosity that London, ATL and Philly can bring!
Dr. Jessica B. Harris, Author & Researcher
The foremost expert on African American culinary history, Author of High on the Hog, and many others, Dr. Harris is a force!
Angela Robinson, Actress & Producer
You've seen her as a villain in her iconic role as Veronica Harrington, but she is really the sweetest ever!
Kindred The Family Soul, Artists
Aja and Fatim, Aunt and Unc of R&B, are always a blast to hang with and this was no exception! Enjoy!
Derrick Johnson, President of NAACP
Be inspired to do better for Black people after this conversation with president of NAACP, Derrick Johnson
Nicco Annan, Actor & Writer
The #SAVAGECHATSERIES is heading to P-Valley with Nicco Annan, who plays the iconic Uncle Clifford!
Anthony Hamilton, Singer & Songwriter
Fix you a plate of Cornbread, Fish and Collard Greens and get ready for Charlene to come home with Anthony Hamilton!
Dawn Richard, Singer & Dancer
Former Danity Kane front woman, Dawn Richard joins us to dish about her experience with Bad Boy, and how to thrive in the industry.
Omari Hardwick, Actor & Poet
We were blessed to host the #SAVAGECHATSERIES live at the Wimington Public Library in Wilmington, DE with Omari Hardwick!
Congressman Troy Carter
Get to know your State Representative with Congressman Troy Carter. He's a New Orleans advocate through and through!
Kenny Lattimore & Faith Jenkins-Lattimore
One of the most adorable couples ever! They are thriving together with a new baby girl, Skylar and you better believe they stay busy!
Tarell Alvin McRaney, Writer & Producer
Creator of the Academy Award winning film, Moonlight, and the insightful hit series, David Makes Man.
Dyllon Burnside, Actor & Singer
He danced his way into our hears on the hit show, POSE, and continues to dazzle us on stage and screen, Dyllon Burnside!
Claire Sulmers, Fashion Editor & Writer
Fashion ICON and founder of @FashionBombDaily, Claire Sulmers joins us to dish about all the latest trends and how we can all be fly!
T.C. Carson, Actor & Singer
Emmy-nominated actor, singer, and dancer best known as Kyle Barker on Living Single and as the original voice of Kratos in the God of War franchise and Mace Windu across Star Wars media. A Joseph Jefferson Award-winning stage performer whose baritone is as legendary as his résumé.
Kim Coles, Comedienne & Actress
Actress, comedian, and original cast member of In Living Color, best known as the beloved Synclaire James-Jones on Living Single — a role that earned her an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series. A live performer, published author, and one of the sharpest wits in the game.
Patrice Lovely a.k.a. Miss Hattie, Actor
Actress, comedian, and vocalist best known as Hattie Mae Love in Tyler Perry's Love Thy Neighbor and the Madea film franchise. A gospel recording artist and the first African American female ringmaster in UniverSoul Circus history — equal parts hilarious, powerful, and unforgettable.
Lolis Eric Elie, Writer & Historian
Author and historian, Lolis Eric Elie comes from a legacy of activists and constantly advocates for the preservation of Black history and culture.
Jason Weaver, Actor & Producer
Y'all!! Michael Jackson, SIMBA, need we say more?? He has been in front of the camera for over 4 decades and is still teaching us how to do it!
George Johnson, Author & Activist
Author of one of the most banned books in the US, George Johnson, is a testament to telling bigots where they can stick it!
HaSizzle, Bounce Artist & Producer
When we say he keeps the party HOT, we ain't lying! Just check out his hits with Drake, Big Freedia, Tank and the Bangs and Missy Elliott!
Ananda Lewis, Host & Breast Cancer Activist
The famed MTV VJ and host of BETs "Teen Summit", Ananda is an icon of pop culture and was the original hostess with the mostest!
Erin Carpenter, Entrepreneur
She created an empire with all of us in mind. NudeBarre has been on the most powerful women in the business, like Serena Williams!