Whether you’re a seasoned professional in the film industry, an aspiring filmmaker, or a media enthusiast, Sista Brunch offers a rare glimpse into the professional lives of those who shape contemporary entertainment. It's an essential resource for understanding the role of an inclusive lens in crafting stories that resonate across audiences. Tune into Sista Brunch to hear the powerful voices of those leading the way in Hollywood and beyond. Learn from their experiences, get inspired by their stories, and gain insights into making your mark in the entertainment world.
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Celebration Interviews: Lanett Tachel and Hari Williams on Hiding the Medicine and Winning on the Last Day
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Oct 22 13 min
Celebration Interviews: Jade-Jenise Dixon and Lanre Idewu on Proof, Refusals, and Two Decades of Watching Each Other Work
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Oct 15 10 min
Celebration Interviews: Rraine Hanson and Hari Williams on Expansiveness, Installation, and Making Work That Matters
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Oct 8 13 min
Celebration Interviews: Shawn Pipkin-West and Janean Jeffries on Fear, Layoffs, and Building Your Own
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Oct 1 10 min
Celebration Interviews: Charisma Justice and Michelle Turner on Rest, Enough, and the Pre Stage
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Sep 24 6 min
Welcome Back to Hillman: A Different World with Consider This for Comfort
This is our first collaboration episode. We teamed up with Consider This for Comfort, the award-winning podcast hosted by Eteng Ettah, to welcome back Hillman ahead of A
Sep 23 1 h 22 min
Felicia Pride (replay) on Pivoting, Ownership, and Building a Sustainable Creative Career
Fanshen Cox and guest co-host Christabel Nsiah-Buadi welcome writer, director, and producer Felicia Pride to Sista Brunch for the first remote-recorded episode during COV
Sep 21 40 min
Celebration Interviews: Geraldine Porras and Liz Franco on Hard Conversations and Roads Not Taken
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Sep 17 9 min
REPLAY: Hanelle Culpepper — Emmy Nominee, and the First Woman to Launch a Star Trek Series
Hanelle Culpepper is nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Directing in a Drama Series for "Exodus," the season two finale of Paradise on Hulu. She is the second Black wo
Sep 14 41 min
Celebration Interviews: Tamika Lamison and Kai Bowe on Perfection, Power, and Leading Without Fear
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Sep 10 12 min
Celebration Interviews: Diana Williams on Making Stories in an Attention Economy
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Sep 3 7 min
Celebration Interviews: Kalle White and Daria Strachan on Authenticity, Accessibility, and Rejection as Redirection
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Aug 27 7 min
Celebration Interviews: Arielle Estoria and Daniel K. Hunter on Creative Sparks, Spilling Words, and Why Podcasting Is Radio Reborn
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Aug 20 5 min
Celebration Interviews: Shannan Johnson and Jade-Jenise Dixon on Money, Mentors, and Mastering Your Lane
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Aug 13 20 min
Celebration Interviews: Candace Nicholas-Lippman and c. Craig Patterson on Valley Seasons, Viola Davis, and Not Staying Down
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited everyone in the building to interview each other with prompt cards. This i
Aug 6 14 min
Celebration Interviews: Maegan Philmore and E'lon Joi on Invisibility, Reclaiming Space, and Peer Mentorship
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited our community to interview each other with prompt cards. This is the secon
Jul 30 9 min
Celebration Interviews: Two Generations of Black Women Filmmakers on Integrity, Myths, and Defining Moments
At our Season Six Celebration and Season Seven Fundraiser, we set up a podcast room and invited our community to interview each other with prompt cards. This is the first
Jul 23 8 min
Welcome to Sista Brunch: Black Women+ Thriving in Media
Pull up a chair. This is Sista Brunch.
Sista Brunch is a weekly podcast sharing the stories of Black women and Black gender-expansive people thriving in film, TV, and me
Jul 1 1 min
The UCLA Hollywood Diversity Report: What the 2026 Data Actually Says (with Dr. Ana-Christina Ramón & Jade Abston)
Four years running, the most-watched films on streaming have been led by Women of Color. So why is Hollywood still treating diverse stories as a risk?
On this bonus epis
Jun 30 44 min
Luchina Fisher on "The Dads," Storytelling as Activism, and Why Everything Starts With the Word
Show Notes
How does an "army brat" with no Hollywood connections become an Emmy-winning documentarian whose work sits at the center of one of the most urgent conversatio
Jun 16 47 min
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Where Sista Brunch ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Oct 29, 2026).
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I'm absolutely thrilled to have discovered the "Sista Brunch" podcast—a vibrant celebration of Black women and gender-expansive individuals who are making significant strides in entertainment and media. Each episode is a burst of energy and inspiration, shedding light on the stories and successes of those who are paving new paths in these dynamic fields.
Host Fanshen Cox brings an infectious enthusiasm to the show, engaging with guests who are not only trailblazers but also mentors and visionaries. The podcast brilliantly covers everything from personal achievements to the broader challenges of diversity and representation in the industry. It's a profound dialogue that’s not only enlightening but also incredibly empowering.
"Sista Brunch" stands out for its passionate discourse on important topics like leadership, innovation, and the power of representation. It’s the kind of podcast you want to share with your kids to show them that there are heroes who look just like them, who are breaking barriers and shaping the future of entertainment and media.
This podcast isn't just informative; it's a call to action and a source of motivation for anyone looking to understand the importance of diversity in storytelling. Whether you're in the industry, aspire to be, or simply appreciate the art of media, "Sista Brunch" offers something of value for everyone. It’s a celebration of courage, creativity, and the unstoppable spirit of Black womanhood and inclusivity. It's an excellent podcast to play with my teens.
Keen Jean8708 · Jul 2024
As a filmmaker, I really enjoyed the episode with Tracy Twinkie Byrd. She really talked about her years of experience in the industry and gave great advice for people interested in joining the industry.
NoNiNam · Feb 2023
Love these voices and wish ALL creatives would listen! While I am not in the industry, I appreciate hearing about challenges leading to successes and the continued passion and drive they have to uplift and support more women in show business.
DenverSalsaMom · Jan 2022
I love this podcast so much! It is downright groundbreaking. The questions they ask, it’s like they are in my head! Inspiring, yet practical. Just what any budding filmmaker needs. The fact that they talk about rates and money blew my mind! Never have I seen that kind of transparency in this industry. I can’t say enough good things. This podcast is a diamond!!
CEK1245 · Apr 2021
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