Becoming Storytellers

Venise Toussaint

Becoming Storytellers

A Business and Careers podcast

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Venise Toussaint

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Legendary journalist Bruce Johnson's story is one of grit, survival, grace and ultimately perseverance. He grew up poor in a racially segregated Louisville but never one to view himself as a victim, Johnson pushed through obstacles that could'v
Chundria Brownlow is a talk show host, speaker, and filmmaker. Born and raised in Chicago, she has produced entertainment TV and hosted events for more than a decade. Chundria caught the TV bug as a young girl watching her father who was a long
Freedom is the way forward for Emmy nominated journalist Garin Flowers, with three journalism jobs and an upcoming Netflix movie appearance, the former “Bachelorette” contestant and local TV news reporter now spends his time doing what he loves
His viral skateboarding on live TV has garnered more than 5 MILLION views on social media but WDIV-NBC Detroit reporter, Victor Williams, wasn’t always praised for his skateboard skills. Growing up in Southwest Atlanta, Victor was teased and to
After more than 30 years gracing our TV screens, veteran NBC News correspondent Tracie Potts is stepping into a new chapter; she’ll be taking over the reins as Executive Director of the Eisenhower Institute at Gettysburg College in less than tw
Award-winning producer Georgia Dawkins counts ABC's Good Morning America and Will Packer's Central Ave. talk show among her many producing credits. She's worked in television markets both large & small across the country and has earned a name f
Tiffany Greene talks about making history as the first Black woman play-by-play commentator for ESPN, what it's like working at the network, how she landed her dream job, motivation for aspiring sportscasters & much more.
Veteran journalist, Dave Jordan, gets candid about his decision to leave journalism for a job as a PR director. He details how he got his start in TV, the changes he's seen in the industry in his 25 years and career gems for others who feel bur
You may have heard the name or seen the infamous bun hairstyle but do you know Tashara Parker's story?  The self-proclaimed community-focused journalist has taken Dallas & the nation by storm with her unapologetic, authentic style and unwaverin
MSNBC Associate Producer Cora Cervantes' mission is to push for more diversity, equity & inclusion in newsrooms. In her former role as diversity coordinator for the NBC News group, her duty was to center the varying voices and perspectives that
Born in Trinidad, Anthony Antione's mother moved to the U.S. to create a better life for her children. As a child Anthony knew he wanted to be a journalist & he was determined to make it happen.  He started his career behind the scenes as a par
After grinding it out in NYC as a weekend anchor/reporter for WNBC for 2 1/2 years, Jummy Olabanji was offered an opportunity in her hometown that she couldn’t refuse. She joined the NBC Washington D.C. Morning Team as Live Desk anchor/reporter
To say the last few months have been challenging, as journalists specifically as Black journalists, would be an understatement. From the coronavirus pandemic, to the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Aurbery & others and the raci
What keeps you grounded through tough times? For journalist Jade Jackson, founder of The Main Source Media, focusing on Christ has given her strength in her darkest days.  A young ambitious journalist, Jade held down several internships in coll
Midday Maryland host Elsa M left the TV business for seven years after feeling emotionally drained & burned out, she hit her breaking point with all the negativity of news and vowed never to go back to TV unless she was in the lifestyle hosting
When Derrick Rose joined WISN Milwaukee’s news team, he was hired to help lead the investigative unit. He held down the *many* FOIA requests, intense research and hard work that goes into being a good investigative reporter, all while turning d
As a young girl, Emily Jones was fascinated with the Middle East & Jerusalem. Growing up in a Christian household, she noticed the stories she read in the Bible happened in the Middle East. Emily was introduced to the Christian Broadcasting Net
Nicki Mayo lives, sleeps & breaths #journolife. She’s worked as a TV & radio reporter, producer, writer, MMJ, social media consultant and journalism teacher. Like most journalists, her career has taken her to several cities and states; some gre
CW26 Chicago reporter/anchor Brandon Pope was just minding his business; anchoring & reporting in South Bend, Indiana,  when his news director got a call from his company's sister station in Chicago. They noticed his work and were interested i
As a young girl, Jennifer Martinez says her mother gave her journals and told her to write. “ Write your feelings, write about what happened today or what’s going on” her mom would say. Jennifer’s love for writing & talking came in handy leadin
When WTKR morning anchor Jessica Larche talks about her journey, “rejection” is one of the first words that comes to mind.  “Rejection is a blessing; embrace it, learn from it, and keep pushing forward” is one of Jessica's Journey Gems.  Jessic
From Army veteran, to police sergeant, to TV anchor/reporter, NBC-Atlanta's Ron Jones’ path to becoming a journalist is as unique as they come.  Though he always knew he wanted to be a storyteller, Ron almost gave up on that dream until life’
Tahera Rahman has always dreamed of being a TV reporter. She had the talent, passion and ability to do the job but even while being a qualified candidate, dozens of News Directors turned her down. There could only be one reason why, she thought
TV One’s Senior Digital & Social Producer, Krystal Franklin, is the magic behind taking the network's digital platforms to the next level with more than 16 million page views under her watch; but her journey in entertainment media wasn’t easy.
Get to know the candidates running for NABJ President! Atlanta Journal Constitution Education Reporter, NABJ VP of Print & candidate for NABJ President, Marlon Walker, talks about why he should be president, changes he will make to improve the
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