Category: Uncategorized

At BET’s Black & Iconic Soirée, Leah’s Lemonade caught up with some unforgettable voices shaping culture across entertainment, media, and community.

Jason Lee stopped by the stand to talk Black media, entrepreneurship, and his thoughts on the continued impact of Wendy Williams. Amara La Negra reflected on the end of Love & Hip Hop: Miami, opened up about motherhood, and shared how speaking on colorism and Afro-Latina identity has shaped her platform and purpose.

Leah also caught up with DC favorite Lonnie B, who spoke about his move into radio with Radio One, making an impact on the airwaves, and what’s next for his growing stage play tour. And ballroom trailblazer Byrell the Great shared why it’s important to honor ballroom culture’s roots, the power of LGBTQ+ visibility, and what mainstream recognition means for the community.

From entertainment exclusives to conversations centered on legacy, representation, and culture, Leah’s Lemonade was on the scene bringing you every moment from one of BET weekend’s standout celebrations. Grab a cup, throw it back, and sip on all of that. 🍋

TS Madison Talks Advocacy, Working With Khia Again, & Cut UP

Jason Lee Talks Black Media, Wendy Williams Update, & More!

Bobby Lights talks DC Pride, Love & Hip Hop ending & More!

Amara La Negra Talks Colorism, Love & Hip Hop Ending & More!

Lonnie B on Radio One, DC Pride & Breaking Barriers in Radio

Lemonade stand I had the honor to be on the red carpet of Essence Black Women in Hollywood. I Spoke to icons, legends, childhood staples, and black excellence. A few have went viral. Check out all my interviews here!

Durand Bernarr:

Kerry Washington:

Coco Jones:

Kandi Burruss:

Sheryl Lee Ralph:

Chelley Bissainthe:

Kyla Pratt:

Terri J. Vaughn:

Tia Mowry:

Ryan Michelle Bathe:

Danielle Brooks:

Gia Peppers:

Loni Love:

Amber Riley:

Essence Atkins:

Ryan Destiny:

Bozoma Saint John:

Devon Franklin & Maria Castillo-Franklin:

Regé Jean-Page:

Loretta Divine:

Lemonade stand gather round! It’s been some time, but you know I had to open up the Lemonade stand up for my classmate and rapper Lady London. Known for her lyricism and wit, the Tri state rapper came by the Lemonade stand to talk tour life as she opens for budding R&B Barbie Coco Jones. As most people would say, Howard University Bison can be unbearable…Well that’s exactly what we were! We both shared our experiences at the Mecca as well as reflected on our time in D.C. as we approach almost a decade since we graduated. You know it wouldn’t be the stand unless I got in her business just a little bit…I asked about her dating preferences and some of the lavish gifts she may have received…You’ll have to watch the full interview to get the Lemonade! Grab a cup, throw it back, and sip on all of that!

Lemonade stand it’s been awhile and I’m ready to serve up some Lemonade! Comedian and actor Deray Davis stopped by the stand and was spilling. The comedy vet came and talked about the election and why he feels like some people were skeptical to vote. We also had to get his take on GQ giving Kat Williams his flowers and how Katt kicked off 2024 with a bang. Why did Deray turn down his own Club Shay Shay interview? Watch the full interview to get the full Lemonade!

Lemonade Stand gather round! It’s been a while but I’m back to bring you some good Lemonade. I talked to Hollywood veterans Richard Lawson and Debbi Morgan about their new Netflix series “Beauty is Black.” The actors discusses their latest roles and gives a little lemonade about what we can expect from their characters. I also asked both actors about working with Tyler Perry. Debbi shares a beautiful story about Tyler affirming his stars for this movie. To hear about this special moment watch the full interview. Get a good glass of some new lemonade. Grab a cup, throw it back, and sip on that!

Lemonade stand get into this! Summer 614 so graciously let us set up the stand at their festival. We had a legend pull up to the Summer 614 Lemonade lounge to spill. Scarface named one of the greatest MC’s of all time, stopped by and gave me hell EVERY step of the way, but we had a time. Watch has the Houston rapper shares why he’s doesn’t care to really be a part of hip hop in its current state. Scarface also had a pretty interesting take on rap beef…He definitely didn’t hold back. This was a fun interview so lemonade stand get ready. Grab a cup, throw it back, and sip on all that.

Bobby Valentino pulled up to the Summer 614 Lemonade Lounge! First and foremost he performed his tail off! Secondly, he spilled on his longevity in the business and how he’s built a over two decade career. You know I had to ask about RSVP (Ray J, Sammie, Bobby V, and Pleasure P) and what happened to the R&B group that was supposed to be formed after the infamous Versez battle. You’ll have to find watch to find out. The “Slow down” singer has worked with Lil Wayne, Ludacris, Timbaland, and more. After all those legends, who does Bobby want to work with in 2024! Just got ahead and hit play on the interview. Grab a cup, throw it back, and sip on that!

Lemonade stand gather round, we had singer Chrisette Michele pull up to the Summer 614 lounge! Chrisette was one of the first interviews I did in my college radio career. A lot of things have changed since then for me and her! The ‘Couple of forevers’ singer spilled on her divorce and how she’s ready to share that pain with her fans through her music. She shared with me her evolution to get to that point. Now we all know almost a decade ago Chrisette found herself catching a lot of backlash from the culture for performing at Donald Trump’s inauguration in 2016. I had to know if election season gives her PTSD…Watch the full interview to get that Lemonade! Grab a cup, throw it back and certainly sip on that!

Lemonade Stand get in to this R&B sip. Singer Ro James came to the stand to spill on everything that he has going on. Ro talked about finally getting out of his previous record deal and navigating being an independent artist after also a decade of being signed. The ‘Permission’ singer talked about his hit record and how after 8 years still has him booked, busy, and traveling the world. What can we expect in this new era of his life with his new in found independence! Lemonade stand, gather round! Grab a cup, throw it back, and sip on that!

Lemonade stand gather round for this! I talked to up in coming rapper Skylar Blatt, best known for her new single with Chris Brown called “Wake Up.” The Ohio based rapper came to the stand to spill on how her and Chris Brown connected and made a record. Skylar discusses Chris Brown keeping a months long promise to get the record to come to fruition. Skylar also talked about Meek Mill giving her recognition in the earlier parts of her career and the industry love she’s received since then. The Cincinnati rapper also talked about her harder upbringing in Ohio and how that shaped her as an artist. Lemonade stand let’s support newcomer Skylar Blatt! Grab, a cup, through it back, and sip on that!