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• joJB illuminates the Industry, Imagination, and Identity

  Today on CHI EYE we have on my good friend joJB. Their artist bio goes as follows:“joJB (they/he/she) is an interdisciplinary, multi-genred songwriter and performing artist from the Chicagoland area. The product of an L.A. transplant and a South Side Gospel guru, their music is deeply influenced by the sounds they were surrounded by in their childhood as well as contemporary singer-songwriters, nostalgic melodies and lyrical depth.Blue Dream, joJB's debut solo project was commissioned by producer/rapper/Millennial House CEO Chris Berry. The project addresses love and loss as experienced during 2020's historic pandemic and the equally global need for Black liberation.Still Dreaming... is joJB's full-length follow-up to Blue Dream. The album explores the musings of a nameless pop star and their experiences with life, love and the game.”—Listen along to their music and this episode. Support their merch and upcoming shows. And follow them at these links:https://linktr.ee/joJB?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYTbFVSA8uh-SxN4ItOuzJWR3b9hCWYET2FbSSY9kv1szShcqCVZyPk_7Y_aem_VQolTr9lFmBSoR81ZtevLAMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/cold-brewLicense code: UNZ8KQMUFJUL3FDQ

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• LaNijah Flagg delivers Dance and Doctoral Dreams

  Today on CHI EYE we welcome LaNijah Flagg. She is a current doctoral student at University of Chicago in their Physics program. When she's not studying or in the lab; you can catch LaNijah pursuing dance dreams via Diamond MVMT and other classes. Some of her dance credits include John Legend and Sheila E. You can follow her at @nijah.f on Instagram. - You can follow the host Jocelyn @womanistwoo everywhere. Follow the show @chieyepod on Instagram. If you'd like to be on the show email [email protected].

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• Emani Figaro explores Mogul Moves, Mental Health, and Memories

  Emani "Mogul Mani" Figaro is a creative entrepreneur, consultant, and community connector. Although, she splits her time between Chicago and Atlanta; Emani's work has taken her all over the country and the globe. She graced CHI EYE with warmth and wisdom in the early summer or 2024 amidst her Mogul Minds series. She founded Maison Mogul Consulting Foundation, which according to the website, "was born from a vision to catalyze positive change in education, entrepreneurship, and education... [And they] strive to provide educational resources, foster an entrepreneurial spirit, and build resilient communities through impactful programs and initiatives." --- If you're interested in working with Maison Mogul check out their site. You can follow Emani on Instagram @mogulmanii And check out her business pages: @godisacreative_ & @maisonmogulconsulting :) --- You can follow the host, Jocelyn, @womanistwoo everywhere. If you'd like to be on CHI EYE, DM Jocelyn or email [email protected].

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• Neelam Warren-Pal reps Hip-Hop, Heritage, and History

  Today on CHI EYE, we're premiering an episode featuring Neelam Warren-Pal (they/them), a 22-year-old creative. Be on the lookout for their upcoming podcast, Hip-Hop Don't Stop. This episode was originally recorded in April 2024. Follow Neelam @taurusflorista Follow Jocelyn @womanistwoo Do you want to be on the show? Email [email protected]

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• Desiree McCray pushes Pen, Poetry, and Progressive Prophecy

  Desiree McCray entered the world, hailing from Chicago, Illinois. A womanist scholar and writer, she channels her creativity into crafting poetry and scholarly research, delving into themes of race, gender, class, and the intersection of black religion and culture. She has presented “Black Women and Unintelligible Grief: Faith that Moves Us Forward” at Princeton Theological Seminary and the Race, Religion and Social Justice Conference by Tri-Faith Initiative and the University of Nebraska-Omaha. McCray also will engage as a scholar presenting independent research at the Black Feminist Symposium themed “Count It All Joy” hosted by the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee on the topic “Combating Black Trauma Porn: Black Joy as Resistance" (February 2024). In addition, McCray released two collections of poems: "Hope Among Other Foods" (2021) and "Send A Refreshing" (2023). Their womanist work is forthcoming in "Femme Literati: Mixtape Anthology for Black Women Edition Three," "Gal's Guide Anthology," and "RAGE Zine." Her chapbook "My Sisters Look Like God" (June 2024) is highly anticipated with Abode Press. Armed with a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Missouri--Columbia (2018), McCray serves as a writer, minister of justice, and educator. Desiree McCray (she/her/they/them) is a passionate and versatile professional who combines their skills and experience in writing, job placement services, trauma-informed pastoral care, community relations, and creative ideation to empower job seekers and faith communities. With over 10 years of preaching and over 5 years of working in the not-for-profit industry, Desiree has a proven track record of creating social impact and delivering dynamic messages. Follow Des Substack & IG: @blaccwhoaman Pod: Prophetic Sista Girl

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