IN MY B.A.G. (BLACK AND GAY)

Oct 30 2024 22 ep. 56 mins 14
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In My B.A.G. amplifies voices of the Black Gay/Queer community whose making and have made an impact in the community through candid conversations and empowering interviews.

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John Lesley Interview

Oct 30 2024 49 mins  
In this episode, host John Torrence sits down with Creative Strategist and Copywriter John Lesley. Aside having the same name, John Torrence and John Lesley find out that they both have many things in common. Throughout the episode, John Lesley talks about being raised in the south, moving to New York City, becoming an intern at 30 to accomplish his goals to being the creator he i

Episode 21: Julio Nicolas Bueno Interview

Sep 04 2024 59 mins  
In this episode, John sits down with corporate recruiter, Julio Nicolas Bueno. Julio talks about his passion for mentoring and recruiting early career talent, and provides advice for those who are interested in entering the workforce. He also talks about the advantages and disadvantages of being Black and Gay in Corporate America. On a personal note, Julio talks about how difficu

Episode 20: Kareem Youngblood Interview

Jul 02 2024 59 mins  
In this episode, John sits down with content creator and professional baker Kareem Youngblood about his childhood growing up in Brooklyn, how he found his love for baking, and the people who has been having him in his B.A.G. lately. Kareem has been seen on Netflix Sugar Rush and Chopped Sweets.

Episode 19: Kenzi James Interview

Oct 05 2022 58 mins  
In this episode, John sits down with performance artist, writer, and educator Kenzi James. Kenzi talks about his recent performance in FOR COLORED BOYZ on the verge of a nervous breakdown/ when freedom aint enuff, a Downtown Urban Arts Festival production. Kenzi also opens up about his childhood and about the current relationship he has with his parents, his educational journey hon

Episode 18: Aaron Westbrook Interview

Mar 31 2022 51 mins  
In this episode, John sits down with his good friend and Founder of Ebony Voyage, Aaron Westbrook. Aaron talks about "Coming Out" to his parents, his ongoing relationship with his father, the reason behind starting Ebony Voyage, and why it's so important to support black-owned businesses.  This season is sponsored by the Counter Narrative Project (CNP), a nonprofit organizatio

Episode 17: Legendary Leggoh JohVera Interview

Feb 23 2022 61 mins  
John sits down with the Founder of Open To All Entertainment (OTA) (@opentoall.ent), the Legendary Leggoh JohVera. Leggoh talks about growing up in multiple cities, how he got started in ballroom, the Iconic MC Debra, his opinion about the HBO Max show Legendary, and more. This season is sponsored by the Counter Narrative Project (CNP), a non-profit organization that shifts narrati

Episode 16: Medino Green Interview

Jul 21 2021 39 mins  
John sits down with artist, rapper, and lyricist Medino Green to discuss his new mixtape (IN MY BAG), participating in the MOBIfest Cypher, and more. John and Medino also talk about the announcement that Xtube recently released and the new Black LGBTQ+ on-demand live streaming platform iElevate+ TV that is set to launch soon. 

Episode 15: Chad Bailey Interview

Jul 01 2021 50 mins  
In this episode, John sits down with Creative Director and International Model Chad Bailey, who also is President/A&R of Pynk Gorilla Entertainment, and Owner of 4NI Visuals. Chad talks about what it was like growing up in Jamaica, how moving to New York City made him a stronger person, working with the love of his life, Bugz Gutta, and more. Both John and Chad had a lot in the

Episode 14: Ian Haddock Interview

May 20 2021 68 mins  
In this episode, John sits down with Ian Haddock, Executive Director of The Normal Anomaly Initiative to discuss homelessness, sex work, and entrepreneurship. From the I in LGBTQIA to microwavable relationships, both John and Ian go deep into conversation about these two topics.

Episode 13: Kerry D Interview

Apr 14 2021 64 mins  
John sits down Kerry D, singer/songwriter and member of the signing duo RM8. Kerry D talks about what it was like growing up with his grandmom and not having his parents fully in his life as a child and what its like filming on the hit reality show web series, Chasing Dallas. This is a must listen as John and Kerry D let the listeners know what has them both in their "B.A.G.".