Warrior Mom Brandy Martin - Lost A Daughter to Gun Violence, Making a Difference in the World

 

Brandy Martin/ Photo: Tiffany Frank

I had the rare and amazing opportunity to connect with one strong warrior woman who is making a difference in the world - Brandy Martin. Through her grief and despite her pain, she fights for others who have gone through loss to help them find peace and share their stories.

Brandy Martin is from Chicago. She is a widow and a mom of two children. She lost seven people in eight months, two of which were her sister, 37-year-old Felon Smith, and her 22-year-old daughter, Akeelah D. Addison.  They died a week apart from one another. Smith was struck and killed by a train on the CTA red line on June 27, 2019 and Addison was shot and killed from gun violence in the early hours of July 5, 2019. 

Felon Smith/ Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

Akeelah D. Addison/ Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

The pain that Martin experienced didn't destroy her, quite the opposite - it pushed her to go beyond and help others who have lost loved ones due to police brutality, gun violence, sex trafficking, among many others. That's why she started making and working on her documentary "No Love" so she can help shed light on untold stories and tell them as they are - raw, authentic and real.

"I started the documentary two months after the death of my sister and my daughter. I cried out for attention to their cases to make sure people don't forget to say their names. It was put on delay and it wasn't until two months down the line that I decided to put a hold on the documentary because I didn't have the budget or mental strength for it. I started it again in September of this year. The documentary became bigger than my tragedy and grief. I wanted to share it with others who have all suffered from  gun violence, domestic violence, negligence, mental illness, sex trafficking and police brutality," said Martin.

Photo: Tiffany Frank

Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

In her documentary, Martin is highlighting untold stories. She calls the moms who have experienced a loss or death, "warrior moms." "Although it is rough they are looking at someone who went through this and is able to tell it and has survived it enough to continue to become great. Maybe there is a little girl going through it and she doesn't know there is a way out, a strength within herself to overcome it."

Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

In the documentary, there are stories about missing children, cold cases that have happened 37 years ago, among many others. She hopes that people will get some answers because of it. "I am also paying tribute to these stories to a lot of families that are not involved to let them know I genuinely care. I want the world to pay attention to their pain and victims. Often their stories don't get told."

Martin was raised by strong women who taught her what it is to fight. "I see things in color when I should see them in black and white.  I am a broken person who is always looking to fix someone else to make sure they never feel the way I felt in my 43 years. I have seen death all around me my whole life. It affects you especially with a loss of your child."

Martin shares how losing her child created feelings of guilt in addition to her grief. She said she constantly questions herself if she could have done something to stop what happened to her daughter and protected her better. This is what makes her so empathetic to other people who have lost someone because she understands how they feel. 

Photo Courtesy: Brandy Martin

"A big piece of you also died with the victims. I understand you can't sleep. I think when you lose your people you need more support and love. It will never be ok. We will never get that normal day we are searching for. They are never coming back and that part of your normal life doesn't exist and for mothers who bear their children stolen and taken away by gun violence it is a big loss. We are not supposed to burry our children. They are supposed to burry us.  Days go by and you learn how to continue to live. You will forever grief and that type of loss when they are taken and even when they are lost is what is unbearable."

Brandy Martin/ Photo: Tiffany Frank

She encourages the ones who are in pain and have lost people they loved to keep fighting and speak up. "The shooters are not going to speak up. The streets won't talk and the dead can't talk for themselves. It's our job and mission for the ones we say we love and for other mothers and for people who are already going through it because it is a war we will never stop. We will forever be rallying. My daughter can't fight this fight so I need to do it for her. Lean on God and trust him in your darkest hour. I am a strong and spiritual person. I trust God with everything. I want to spread love and light."

Martin says that the world is experiencing changes and a shift bigger than Covid 19. "It is a spiritual shift," she says. "Many people are not prepared for it." 

Martin has a weekly podcast, Redd Spot TV, which takes place every Wednesday LIVE on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. She also has her own entertainment company, Big Redd Entertainment. 

Martin has started a foundations to pay tribute to her killed sister and daughter, called #NOLOVEONTHEPLATFORM #NOLOVEONTHESTREETS.

Martin has set up a Toy and Coat Drive for the victims of gun violence and anyone is welcome to donate to her cause. 

You can follow Brandy on: 

Facebook: @BrandyMartin

IG: @followmysmile_ Red

Twitter @BigRedd_ent

An Intimate Conversation with Hollywood Actor Lorenzo Antonucci

I had the pleasure to sit down and virtually speak with Hollywood actor Lorenzo Antonucci. He is an actor, writer and producer on the hit series "Paradise City" and a main lead in the upcoming controversial series meant to raise awareness on the racism issue in America, "Cracka," where he plays a white neo-Nazi. You can also spot him in Episode 5 on "Millennial Mafia" on Amazon Prime. Lorenzo was able to build his acting career from the ground up in just five years. Prior to that he was a lead singer and a guitar player in the music band "Sworn Enemy." You can also spot him in "Days of Our Lives," "A Haunting at Silver Falls 2," "What Now" and "Game of Thrones." Lorenzo even played alongside Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) in "Ballers" and is no stranger to Sylvester Stallone and Jean-Claude Van Damme. These are just to name a few of the big names Lorenzo has made connections with in the entertainment industry.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, Lorenzo brings humble beginnings, hard work and lots of heart to everything he does. His Italian and Puerto Rican roots have helped him not only develop some of the key characters he plays but also build strong and lasting relationships in Hollywood. In our interview he opens up about his roles, his journey as an actor and some behind the scenes opinions of the entertainment industry. Check it out! 

EXCLUSIVE: "Murder in the Woods" Slasher to Play in Chicago Area Theater This Weekend

EXCLUSIVE BREAKING NEWS: Your favorite all-Latino cast returns with "Murder in the Woods" this weekend (Aug 14-16) at Emagine Frankfort Theater, 19965 South La Grange Road, Frankfort, IL, 60423. It is also going to be in selected theaters nationwide August 14 and on VOD on September 18.

From REZINATE Entertainment and Yel Productions, the award-winning slasher film MURDER IN THE WOODS comes to drive-ins and theaters nationwide on August 14, 2020, with a Digital and Video on Demand release slated for September 18, 2020. Directed and produced by Mexican filmmaker Luis Iga Garza (The Call) and written and produced by Yelyna De León (Will and Grace, A Better Life), the fun yet frightening thriller stars an exclusively multicultural cast in non-stereotypical roles, including José Julián (A Better Life, Shameless), Jeanette Samano (ISA, Female Fight Squad), Chelsea Rendon (Vida, Bright), Catherine Toribio (Jane the Virgin), Jordan Diambrini (The Outfield) and Kade Wise (Empire). It also features Danny Trejo (Machete), Soledad St. Hilaire (Beatriz at Dinner), Kurt Caceres (Better Call Saul, Dexter) and Rolando Molina (American Dad!, Next Friday). 

MURDER IN THE WOODS is centered on a group of college friends who plan a getaway to celebrate a birthday party at a desolate cabin in the woods. Against his grandmother’s (Soledad St. Hilaire) demands, Jesse (José Julián), a loner-type decides to go on a trip with his friends. He is immediately smitten with Fernanda (Jeanette Samano), a sweet girl from Chicago whom he hasn’t seen in years. She is in town visiting her loudmouth cousin, Chelsea (Chelsea Rendon), who is ready to celebrate her birthday and plans to let loose with her boyfriend Gabe (Jordan Diambrini). Tagging along at the last second are Jule (Kade Wise), the class clown pothead, and the very out-of-his-league Celeste (Catherine Toribio). Soon after arriving to the mysterious cabin in the woods, the group of teens discover the dark secret it holds, which forces them to fight for their lives. “I realized that this type of film had never been done in English for a mainstream audience, where Latinos and people of color are the leads and they are not portrayed in stereotypical ways,” says Director Luis Iga Garza. “This is why, while developing this indie feature, we were very conscious of making sure that there would be a diverse cast in lead roles.” “For us, it’s important for this story to be universal, but being Mexican-American, it was also important for the script to include cultural Latino references such as El Dia de los Muertos, The Chupacabras, and other stories that are recognizable,” says writer and producer Yelyna De León. 

“We purposely showed authentic moments, such as the altars to honor our ancestors, and blessings when we leave the house, memorable experiences that we share with our families.” Breaking diversity barriers in Hollywood with its multicultural cast and filmmakers, MURDER IN THE WOODS is hailed as an “…eerie …hellacious throwback to old school slasher films” (Humberto Guida, LATV). 

The horror premiered at the Festival Internacional de Cine de Guadalajara in LA (FICG in LA) at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, thrilling audiences and selling out in 24 hours. During the festival run, the film won nine awards, including Best Film at the LA Skins Film Festival and XicanIndie Film Fest, in addition to Best Supporting Actor (Kade Wise), Best Sound Design and Best Soundtrack at the Macabre Faire Film Festival in New York, as well as the Panavision New Filmmaker Grant. REZINATE Pictures will manage the theatrical distribution with Amor Media in charge of the theatrical sales. REZINATE Pictures in partnership with Stadium Media, will distribute the Digital and Video on Demand release.

BREAKING NEWS interviews with writer, actress and producer Yelyna De Leon and director Luis Iga:

 

Chicago Actor Andre Bellos and His Journey to Fame

Photo Credit: JRFoto

I had the pleasure of speaking with Chicago native actor, singer and model, Andre Bellos. His humble beginnings, his hard work and his impressive resume caught my eye. Even though he faced a lot of bullying and criticism for his career choice as a kid and even now, he is able to push right through it and make it happen. He has attended this year's Oscars, he has been in shows such as "The View" and he can be seen in hits like "Chi-raq." In addition, he does modeling and singing. He also loves helping and doing charity work. Currently, he is also modeling for Vogue Italia. His ambition and passion for his work are rather impressive. See for yourself what he had to say:

You come from humble beginnings and yet you rose to fame. Tell us briefly about your journey?

I grew up in Des Plaines,Il, in a blended family and I always wanted to be in the entertainment business. I was heavily involved in my community and began college at 17. After two years, I dropped out to pursue acting full-time and I started out as an extra. I later signed with an agency, I began to book speaking roles and was fortunate enough to land my SAG card.

 

You faced bullying from classmates and criticism from parents for your choice in acting, singing and modeling. How did you overcome that and what kept you going on the entertainment path?

I have faced some pretty harsh criticism growing up, not only by my peers but my family as well. I am still working on overcoming this obstacle but the truth is, only I know what I am capable of. Entertainment was my refuge, that kept me going.

 

What is the new entertainment role? Is becoming a social media influencer more powerful than being an actor or a model or a singer?

The new entertainment role is just being your authentic self! Social media influencing has definitely made its mark on the social scene, everyone from big names to unknowns can capitalize on their very own niche. At the end of the day, nothing will ever take the place of pure disciplines such as acting, modeling, and dancing.

 

How does one become a social media influencer?

Anyone can become an influencer. There aren’t any specific steps that you need to take to get started. If you have a social media account you can start influencing your friends and family now. You probably already are and haven’t realized it yet. Why not get paid for it!

 

You have been heavily involved with charity work. Why is it important for you to give back and what message do you want to send to young people about volunteering? What charities have you helped? 

I grew up with immigrant parents. My mother was from El Salvador. I grew up listening to all the stories she would tell me about her childhood. From her rough upbringing to not even having indoor plumbing in the seventies, I grew up with gratitude. I want young people to know it’s cool to volunteer and donate your time to those in need. You have to see yourself in everyone and have compassion for those around you. I have worked with Feeding America, A Just Harvest, Family Promise, and the Toledo Public Library, just to name a few charities.

 

You attended this year's Oscars. Tell us about your experience?

I still cannot believe I attended the Academy Awards this year! Coming from a small town in Illinois to the bright lights of Hollywood was a milestone in my life. I felt like I was flying, when security escorted me to my seat, I could definitely feel that I wasn’t in “Kansas” anymore. The only way I can describe my experience was like being at the wax museum, and it came to life at night!

Photo Credit: JRFoto

 

You are currently working with Vogue Italia. Tell us more about your work with Vogue and how it came about?

I am so excited to talk about Vogue Italia! They have profiled me for their website this month and have included a short bio of my past work. It is truly an honor to be a part of a publication that I dreamt of being in the pages of as a young boy. I never thought it would actually happen!

 

Your passion remains acting. What are some of your dream roles that you want to play one day?

Some of my dream roles as an actor would be James Bond, Batman, and I would love to play Desi Arnaz in a Biopic. These are just a few dream roles. I have many..

 

You said that the entertainment business is not for everyone. What does it take to make it in this business?

To make it in show business you really have to have a passion for it. This business will test you in ways you could only imagine. If it is truly your calling, none of those things will deter you from your path.

 

You have an interesting background and a mix of Latin and Greek. What has it been like growing up in a blended family for you?

Growing up in a blended family is very tough but rewarding. I am half Greek and half Salvadoran and my father was previously married before he met my mother. There are five children total including myself.

 

Advice to young actors?

My advice to young actors would be, hang in there, your time will come. Until then perfect your craft, find your niche, and work harder than everyone else.

 

How has Covid-19 affected you personally and on a professional level? You said that if you are not in the spotlight people forget about your. How has that been the case now?

Personally Covid-19 has affected me in just the same way it has affected the world. I am a people person and not being able to be around other people has been a challenge for me. I have been working on myself and my mental health and have been fortunate enough to have still been able to work in different states during the lockdown. The entertainment business has suffered tremendously during this pandemic. I know we will come back bigger and better and stronger than ever this year in September. I think the biggest challenge for actors is relevancy, being able to remain relevant through trying times is a talent all on its own. I have been out of the spotlight myself for five months now and people forget about you if you are not in their psyche everyday. I hope they haven’t forgotten about me...

 

How do you overcome depression and anxiety?

I am someone who suffers from anxiety and depression and I combat it in a unique way. I meditate, work-out, sit in solitude, and walk in nature. I take a natural route to my mental health and am scared very often. I try my best not to be scared but I press forward regardless of the fear. I do a lot of things that are scary.

 

Where can people see you act, sing and model?

Check me out at www.AndreBellos.com

Photo Credit: JRFoto

Waterlily Jaguar

Renowned actress Melora Walters’ (Big Love; MAGNOLIA; ROBERT THE BRUCE; DROWNING) directorial debut WATERLILY JAGUAR stars James Le Gros (Justified, Girls) as Bob, a famous novelist known for his "airport" best-sellers who seeks to pen a more serious novel inspired by the ancient remains of the only human ever found in the La Brea Tar Pits, only to find himself tumbling down a spiral of obsession that may leave his most important relationship in shambles: his marriage.


Also starring are Mira Sorvino (Falling Skies, DROWNING; DOE; ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION) as Bob’s wife Helen, Stacey Oristano (Friday Night Lights) as Bob’s assistant Wilhelmina, Dominic Monaghan (LORD OF THE RINGS, Lost) as Bob’s agent Bill, Christopher Backus (Bosch), and Steven Swadling (KICKBOXER films). Walters directed from her original screenplay. Producers on the project are Lexicon Entertainment President & CEO Mark Mathias Sayre (DOUBTING THOMAS, POINT DEFIANCE, DOE), Walters, and Jonathan Piumelli (THE CLEARING), with Paul Thomas Anderson (MAGNOLIA, THE MASTER), Raphael Auerbach, Suzanei Archer, Swadling, and Nealy among the executive producers. Walters and Sayre also worked together on Will McFadden’s DOUBTING THOMAS.

I had the pleasure to be part of the discussion and live red carpet event:



What I loved about the film is the complexity of relationships, the real nature of the characters and the obsession of art and its role within the characters. You can also watch WATERLILY JAGUAR on Amazon and buy from Target.

Mira Sorvino and Christopher Backus

Point Defiance

Justin Foia’s psychological thriller POINT DEFIANCE stars Derek Phillips, Josh Crotty (Scandal), Lauren Elaine (PARTY MONSTERS), Sarah Butler, and Steven Swadling (KICKBOXERs; DOE). TV veteran Phillips was a regular on the hit Friday Night Lights and Longmire among others, while Butler (I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE and I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE 3) also starred in another of Sayre’s producing efforts, DOUBTING THOMAS. The film is produced by veteran independent film producer Mark Mathias Sayre and executive produced by Larry Nealy and Steven Michael Swadling.

Written by first-time screenwriting brothers Justin and Timothy Foia, the taut and suspenseful film focuses on stockbroker Peter Allen (Phillips), whose world is turned upside down when his troubled younger brother Alex (Crotty) returns from military duty in Afghanistan while Peter is under house arrest, forcing the elder brother to dig into a dark and secret past that he’d sooner remain hidden.

I had the privilege and honor to attend the film's live "red carpet" premier on Tuesday and I learned more about the film. Both the cast and director were thrilled to be part of the project and shred happy memories behind the scenes. Phillips recalls how it was easy for him to get into character and how he enjoyed some delicious homemade meals while filming. He remembers how the girls and the buys lived in separate cabins and laughed about how the girls cabin was better than the guys. Butler and Elaine shared how they dived into the female character. Butler enjoyed playing a detective as she didn't have a chance to play one before and Elaine was excited to get into the head and play a female escort with a secret. The director shared how he wanted to dive more into the PTSD problem of serving military men in the script and filming process.

Derek Phillips

Sarah Butler

I personally enjoyed the film and the surprise twists and turns that keep you guessing. You also find it and purchase to watch on Amazon, Target and Walmart.

Puppets and Cyber Fraud with Ken Harris

Ken Harris is a contributing writer for the Point of View Community News Magazine in Springfield, MA. and a member of Puppeteers of America. He is using his passion for performing with puppets via YouTube videos and a monthly newsletter to raise awareness about fraud prevention and cyber security awareness. For more information, visit: https://shadowworldpresent.wixsite.co.... He is also a follower of AARP (the American Association of Retired Persons), I believe in the significance of sharing the latest news by empowering seniors, family members, caretakers, and the community with the tools and resources to be vigilant.

Check out my interview with him here and his tips on preventing cyber scams, cyber fraud and some puppet fun:

Billy the Sock - New Web Series by Luis Iga

If you are looking for a new type of adult humor, you might want to check out "Billy the Sock" YouTube series from "Murder in the Woods" director Luis Iga. New episodes are released each Sunday.

You get to experience some unfiltered humor with Billy who is going through a little bit of crisis of his own during quarantine time that some of you may relate to...but in a funny way.

The series features famous Mexican stars Eugenio Siller and Vanne Villela.

Check out Episode 1:
 

For more on Billy the Sock, visit: www.billythesock.com.

Making a Difference as an Autism Ambassador - Benjamin Scott

Benjamin Scott from Chicago has been modeling for five years as an autism ambassador. He has walked in 29 runway shows including photo shoots and is the host of his YouTube series SNEAKER JAMZ. He makes a difference in people's lives every day through hard work and empowerment.

What is the message you want to bring to others about autism awareness? 
My message to everyone is that it doesn't matter if we have autism or Asperger Syndrome, we are human beings and we can still make our dreams come true.

Why is bringing awareness to autism important to you? 
Because I want to share my story to everybody in the community to understand about autism so they can share it to their children. 

How do you represent the message of autism? 
I represent when I'm at different autism awareness shows and many more to come. 

How, when and why did you start your modeling career? Tell us more. 
I started my modeling career back on August 30, 2015 because I wanted to show everyone that I can be more confident, positive, and determined by breaking every barrier in the fashion industry!

What projects are you working on? 
I am working on a YouTube series called SNEAKER JAMZ and new music coming soon.

What is SNEAKER JAMZ? 
SNEAKER JAMZ is about casual sneakers, casual shoes, dress shoes, and fashion stories.

What is your message to other models with a disability? 
Stay positive everyday and you can make a difference.

"Tape" - a Cry for Help During MeToo Movement Era

I had the chance and honor to see the film "Tape" by female director Deborah Kampmeier. Her bravery and courage to make a film and share a story that speaks to millions of women in the midst of the MeToo era is admirable. The film is raw, real and provocative and true to the core.

In 'Tape" you will see the emotional turmoil, pain and embarrassment that women actors go through when taken advantage of physically and emotionally, and how men get away with it in most cases. Yes the truth is ugly and scary and uncomfortable but if we don't stand up for injustice, who will? It is our job to speak up, support one another and fight, stand up for what is right. If you see something, say something! Speak up, fight and make a change.

The film is based on true events and reveals what Annarosa Mudd (producer and actress in the film) went through and how her suffering turned into a film that has become a movement for change. Her pain and bravery to share her story with the rest of the world is admirable and inspiring.

This is the story of the film (tapethemovie.com):

"Based on true events and set in New York City, TAPE is the story of two aspiring actresses who cross paths with the darker side of the entertainment industry. TAPE follows Rosa (Annarosa Mudd), an actress who, in order to inspire her own courage, pierces her tongue, cuts her wrists, and shaves her head, as a ritualistic homage to Shakespeare’s Lavinia from Titus Andronicus, and secretly places hidden cameras on her body as well as in a dark studio. Rosa begins to stalk another actress, Pearl (Isabelle Fuhrman), who she identifies as the next “protege” of a successful producer, Lux (Tarek Bishara). But as Pearl and Lux enter the targeted studio, and Rosa collects and edits footage, she, and we, must all sit through an endless day of Lux’s screen test process, and the grey areas of pressure that women experience when being coerced by a powerful man. As Rosa peers into her own past experiences playing out before her eyes, she is forced to question whether her revenge-fueled goal of revealing what goes on behind these closed doors is worth what it takes to do so."

The film also stars Isabelle Fuhrman whose performance is incredible, emotional and deeply moving. She stars alongside Mudd and both of them bring the film to another level of discomfort, reality, truth, and a plea for change.

I recommend that everyone sees the film "Tape" and keeps the MeToo conversation going to help provide a safer and healthier working environment for all women, some of which still remain in the shadows of abuse, control, manipulation and rape.

Visit: http://www.thetapemovie.com/.

Rock it up with Bach to Rock, Napreville

Bach To Rock music school in Naperville, IL, has been amazing. Not only did they do a great job for my daughter's ninth birthday party and rocked it but the staff is extremely talented, as well.

Earlier this month, I was part o their first ever red carpet community event, called the VIP Open House: Influencer Social. They had a live instructor band that put on a great show for the audience singing songs from various artists. Some of the other guests were Teen Miss Illinois, Alyssa Gallarneau, multimedia guru Egle Makar, and Spirit Coaching entrepreneur Emily Correa.

I recomend it for any parent, adult and child that wants to learn how to play instruments and be immersed in a cool music atmosphere!

For more information:

Website: https://naperville.b2rmusic.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/B2RNapervilleIL/

Ultimate Spark! Coaching, an emerging global coaching program hits the market end of 2019

On October 23rd, 5 star-rated Ultimate Spark! Coaching (USC), a new online coaching certification program led by Millennial Founder Emily Correa, an ICF-certified Life, Business and Law of Attraction Coach, will be a featured VIP sponsor & vendor at ABN Circle’s “Women Empowerment Wednesday”. This Inaugural event will be showcasing an all-star female 5-speaker panel consisting of top entrepreneurs & influencers; Parmita Katkar, Fernanda Flores, El A. Panda, Rashidat Owe and Falen Wolfe. This event will be hosted at Joy District in at 111 W Hubbard Street, in Downtown Chicago, IL 60654 from 6pm – 9pm.

Ultimate Spark! Coaching (USC) guides potential coaches worldwide through an intensive 3-month accelerated online coaching process through 6 of the coaching industry’s hottest areas (Life, Business, Relationships, Health, Relaxation & Play and Spirituality) , certifying them through a 360 degree process of audio, video, written assessment, 35 hours of a coaching call log and a formal 1-1 skill assessment test with it’s founder. A Level 2 process for current coaches (or graduate of Level 1) desiring a Press Program (a challenging 1 year Mastermind Program of Accountability and Personal Brand Development) has also launched in June 1st featuring 10 fully trained USC coaches from around the world (Canada, Dubai, ATL, FL, TX, WV, and of course Chicago).

It’s Founder, Emily Correa is an accomplished creative entrepreneur with 10 years in corporate as a Trainer, Coach and Instructional Designer for several billion-dollar companies. Certified 5 years ago through a rigorous 350-hour global program, top ranked Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching in 2013, with a Master’s in Business Psychology from Suffolk University in Boston, and 5 year’s experience as a coach, event producer and talent scout, Emily has designed a program that is already shining bright with 135 certified graduates from around the world. The Tony Robbins organization were a choice for her in 2018 before she was recruited to create her own coaching program, and chose to make that move instead. Ultimate Spark! Coaching, relaunching it’s courses end of 2019 -early 2020 is ready to conquer the world and empower those passionate about the coaching industry. Visit www.UltimateSparkCoaching.com for the full experience of this fast-moving program.

To register for the event, visit:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/women-empowerment-wednesday-tickets-74381484021?aff=emily&afu=150187609228

A chat with Amsterdam Ave female filmmakers...

Amsterdam Ave follows two young women, one Indian-American and one Dutch, who switch places after meeting online – each leaving home to pursue their dreams abroad. The series was created by international female filmmakers, Dionne van den Berg and Pooja Tripathi, who also star in the seres, Amsterdam Ave is about cultural identity and finding yourself through travel.

The series was directed by Amanda Hanna-Mcleer, who previously worked post-production on Comedy Central's Broad City and Inside Amy Schumer, and FX's The Americans. Designers and DJs, Coco & Breezy, will music direct the series and the African-American/Puerto Rican twins will also make a surprise appearance in the series. Actress Catherine Curtin of Orange is the New Black, Stranger Things, and Insecure is featured as well.

 Check out my interview with the female filmmakers below:




Learn more at: https://www.amsterdamave-theseries.com/

Watch the trailer below: