Joining us today is industry whistleblower Whitney Davis.

Article:‘CBS Has a White Problem’

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

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Film productions are massive machines with one million moving parts all kept organized by the 1st AD (First Assistant Director) .

Today we are joined by four 1st ADs who have coordinated sets ranging from small commercial shoots to multi-million dollar productions.

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

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Today's episode will be helmed by award-winning journalist Mary C. Curtis as she interviews Ben Watkins, the creator and showrunner of the crime thriller 'Cross', starring Aldis Hodge. Season 2 of 'Cross' premieres on February 11th on Prime Video.

Links:

- Mary C. Curtis' Instagram

- Ben Watkins' Instagram

- Blue Monday Productions Instagram

- Prime Video Instagram

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

⁠The transcript for this episode will be available the day following the airdate.⁠

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Today we are joined by Divas with Disabilities--Tameka Citchen-Spruce, Zazel-Chavah O'Garra and Samiyah Muhammed. They discuss the ups and downs of navigating life and the entertainment industry with disabilities and how Hollywood often gets it wrong when it comes to representing women of color with disabilities.

These Divas are making great strides to bring factual representation to the screen and stage for themselves and other divas with disabilities!

Links mentioned:

Tameka Citchen-Spruce

Divas in the City

Samiyah's Youtube

Dating While Disabled

Zazel-Chavah O’Garra

The transcript for this episode will be available the day following the airdate.⁠

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

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For every article, interview or story, there is a publicist working behind the scenes to shape, control, and promote the public perception of a celebrity, film, or brand.

They are the vital link between talent and the media, ensuring a consistent and positive narrative in the highly competitive entertainment world.

Today we are joined by veteran Hollywood publicists Lana Walker and Amy Malone who have worked behind the scenes for some of the biggest names in the industry.

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

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Behind every jaw-dropping action sequence are the professionals risking everything without the spotlight. Today, we are joined by three of the industry's busiest stunt performers, coordinators, and agents.

Links mentioned:

- Angela Meryl's ⁠Instagram⁠

- Eddie Perez's Instagram

- Noelle Kim's Instagram

The transcript for this episode will be available the day following the airdate.⁠

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

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Bill Duke is an award-winning actor, director, producer, and humanitarian whose career has shaped American film and television for over five decades. Known for his commanding on-screen presence in classics like Predator, Commando, and American Gigolo, Duke is equally celebrated behind the camera, directing landmark projects such as Deep Cover, A Rage in Harlem, and Sister Act 2. A pioneer of Black storytelling in Hollywood, he has championed representation, mentored emerging filmmakers, and founded the Duke Media Foundation to equip young people with media and financial literacy skills. His contributions have earned him numerous honors, including recognition from the Directors Guild of America and appointments to national arts commissions. A true multi-hyphenate, Bill Duke continues to influence culture through his creative work, advocacy, and commitment to empowering future generations.

Links mentioned:

- Bill Duke's Instagram

- Menace Trailer

- Commando Trailer

- Short Film Trailer

Transcript

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

If you want to submit responses to any of our episodes - either written or a voice note - you can send them to ⁠⁠⁠podcast@wocunite.com⁠⁠⁠.

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In today’s episode, we’re bringing you an extraordinary lineup of trailblazing directors whose vision, craft, and boundary-breaking work have shaped film and television for decades. These storytellers haven’t just created iconic films and TV—they’ve opened doors, shifted culture, and inspired future generations of filmmakers.

The transcript for this episode will be available the day following the airdate.⁠

Links mentioned:

• Oz Scott Instagram

• Matty Rich's Instagram

The Women of Color Unite Podcast is produced by Nwabata Nnani and edited by Lauren Bonett. It’s hosted by Cheryl L. Bedford and Nicci Freeman.

If you want to submit responses to any of our episodes - either written or a voice note - you can send them to ⁠⁠podcast@wocunite.com⁠⁠.

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