The Show About Stuff: The Stephen Davis Show

My Guest is KIM WESTON-MORAN, Actress/Producer/Director/Teacher. Kim is CEO of RA/RHYTHMCOLOR Associates and Founder/Producing Artistic Director of POTPOURRI! World Works Series, in it’s 8th year. She was Associate Prod. for the National Black Touring Circuit for 7 yrs. A veteran award-winning actress known for her character work. Kim has shared the stage with phenomenal artists, including: Minnie Gentry, Bill Gunn, Roxie Roker, Phyllcia Rashad, Gylan Kain, Patricia O’Connell, Anthony Chisholm, Ellen Dolan, S. Epatha Merkinson, Charles Weldon, Barbara Montgomery, Reggie Montgomery, Marjorie Johnson, Count Stovall, Bill Cobbs, Dominique Morisseau and Darnell Williams. It is a great episode that evokes wonderful memories of being in the theater in New York City in the 70's forward. And you get to know who her famous father was! Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Randall Maxey, MD, PhD is an experienced physician specializing in internal medicine, nephrology, and cardiovascular pharmacology offering 40+ years of clinical practice and clinical and bench research in developing health services for populations of color, including in the continental US, US territories, and the continent of Africa. He is the past President and Chairman of the Board of the National Medical Association (NMA), and the founder and CEO of the Black Health Trust, which provides credible health information regarding health disparities in COVID-19, provided by a panel of nationally recognized physician experts in over 20 specialties, which has a reach of over 10,000 viewers. He has extensive experience with developing and growing medical and healthcare membership organizations including the National Medical Association, NMA/AMA Commission to Eliminate Health Disparities which had over 54 national organizations. Dr. Maxey has made contributions to research regarding the prevention and treatment of renal failure, especially in cases complicated by cardiovascular disease. Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest is B.K. Fulton, former Vice President Mid Atlantic Region, Verizon Communications, President, Verizon Virgina. Episode Notes My guest is B.K. Fulton, former Vice President Mid Atlantic Region, Verizon Communications, President, Verizon Virgina. He is now a major entrepreneur in film, stage and television investment through his Company, Soulidifly Productions, LLC. His restaging of the iconic production of THE WIZ is due on Broadway in April of 2024.His company, Ario, LLC, an augmented reality productivity software company, invented EZ Reader, the world's first ophthalmologist approved digital reading glasses app. B.K. has been recognized as one of the "50 Most Influential African Americans in Technology." You are going to enjoy this episode! Produced, directed, Edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Just a great episode with the marvelous vocalist, producer, actor/director and Banana Puddin' Jazz impresario Rome Neal! He is a stable on the NYC jazz scene. He is know for his laid back jazz style as well as serving Banana pudding at his Banana Puddin" Jazz series beginning in 2003 at the legendary Nuyorican Poet's Cafe in NYC, which he is also Chairman of the Board, emeritus. Under his leadership they are currently undergoing a $50 million renovation... what a legacy! Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Part 2 of a marvelous conversation with Dr Hattie Washington, tenured professor and former vice president at Coppin State University in Baltimore. She was the operator of a foster care home, Aunt Hattie's Place. She is also the author of DRIVEN TO SUCCEED and AUNT HATTIE'S COOKBOOK. A simply wonderful episode you don't want to miss! Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A marvelous conversation with Dr Hattie Washington, tenured professor and former vice president at Coppin State University in Baltimore. She was the operator of a foster care home, Aunt Hattie's Place. She is also the author of DRIVEN TO SUCCEED and AUNT HATTIE'S COOKBOOK. A simply wonderful episode you don't want to miss! Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest is Lady Dr Dhyana Ziegler...a great Educator, Scholar, Professor, Jornalist, Radio, Author and TV Host, Digital Content Creator and Musician.👏🤗 Learn about what her affiliation was with Gladys Knight and the Pips. Also...how she earned the title "Lady"!👏It's a wonderfully funny yet informative and inspirational episode not to be missed!😊 Produced, directed and hosted by Stephen E Davis. . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guests are Sheila Evans-Trannum, former Associate Commissioner of Education for NY State Board of Education, former Chairperson of Casey Family Programs and Education Advisor to President G W Bush and Joyce Johnson, former Joseph E Seagrams Co executive, former Special Assistant to former Manhattan President Ruth Messenger and Executive Assistant to former NYC Board of Education Chancellor Rudy Crew. This episode is full of surprises regarding "Six Degrees of Separation" of family and friends. Holman family and people who lives or lived in Fayetteville, NC and Charleston, SC...you will be surprised! It is a wonderful example of the theme of the show "Progress Despite Obstacles".It also answers the question of who and how a Democratic got to advise President Bush on 'No Child Left Behind" legislation enacted by Congress and signed into law by the President. A "must see' for parents with children in public school! A formula of how Democrats and Republicans can work towards important goals despite differences. This episode is full of surprises regarding "Six Degrees of Separation" of family and friends. Holman family and people who lives or lived in Fayetteville, NC and Charleston, SC...you will be surprised! It is a wonderful example of the theme of the show "Progress Despite Obstacles".It also answers the question of who and how a Democratic got to advise President Bush on 'No Child Left Behind" legislation enacted by Congress and signed into law by the President. A "must see' for parents with children in public school! A formula of how Democrats and Republicans can work towards important goals despite differences. Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A wonderful must see episode with guests: Extradinary Film Producers/Film and Television Directors/ and Film and TV Actors Bill Duke (Acting in Car Wash, Commando, Predator, American Gigolo, Menace II Society...directing Hoodlum, A Rage in Harlem, Sister Act II films... episodes of Knots Landing, Dallas, Hunter) and Kenya Cagle, whose film MY KING, has won over 70 awards ( other films he have produced/directed, wrote and appeared in include newly released Sin Apple, Dead 2 Right, Killing Joanne). Great episode!👏👏🔥 Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest Omar Mesa is...formerly the original lead guitarist of the great Afro-Cuban band...MANDRILL. They had such recording hit as FENCEWALK, HANG LOOSE and my favorite POLK STREET CARNIVAL. https://images.app.goo.gl/KQ2oBbrzS74qfqpJ9 He has out a recent single I LOVE THE WAY YOU READ MY MIND. Take a listen below: (I LOVE THE WAY YOU READ MY MIND - 44K 16 Bit by OMAR MESA on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-148566702/i-love-the-way-you-read-my-mind-44k-16-bit?ref=clipboard&p=a&c=0&si=a9a6ddce3083415cbf79c6816ce0c172&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing). and be ready for a funny yet informative conversation.👏🤗 Produced, directed and hosted by Stephen E Davis They had such recording hit as FENCEWALK, HANG LOOSE and my favorite POLK STREET CARNIVAL. https://images.app.goo.gl/KQ2oBbrzS74qfqpJ9 He has out a recent single I LOVE THE WAY YOU READ MY MIND. Take a listen below: (I LOVE THE WAY YOU READ MY MIND - 44K 16 Bit by OMAR MESA on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-148566702/i-love-the-way-you-read-my-mind-44k-16-bit?ref=clipboard&p=a&c=0&si=a9a6ddce3083415cbf79c6816ce0c172&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing). and be ready for a funny yet informative conversation.👏🤗 Produced, directed and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest, Charles White, Esq, is a NYU Law trained practicing attorney who is also a prolific Playwright. His play SUCCESSION was the break away hit at the recent National Black Theater Festival in Winston-Salem. He received tremendously positive reviews. It was a fun episode. 🤗 Wait until you discover who the lead actor in its run in Winston-Salem!😉 ENJOY!😊 Produced, directed, edited and host by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest, Eddie Ray, is truly a giant, a pioneer in the music industry. He started working at Decca Records in 1943, he worked with such diverse at from R & B giant Fats Domino to teen idol Ricky Nelson to Country Star Slim Whitman. He become Chairman of the US Copyright Royalty Tribunal, appointed by President Ronald Reagan. He was Vice Chairman/ Operation Director of the NC Music hall of Fame. A wonder Video. Mr Ray is join by Logan Westbrooks, Hiliary Johnson, Deborah McPhatter and Michael Frisby Produced, directed, written and hosted by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A MIGHTY TREE has fallen! On January 29, 2026, Woody King, Jr became an ancestor. I miss my big brother and friend so much...all hail the king! This tribute re release of my very first episode is a heart warming, enlightening and a very personal conversation with the King of Black Theater on Broadway, WOODIE KING JR! He founded and operated the New Federal Theater in New York City for 51 years until his retirement. The Theater is still going strong. I do thank this giant of a man to allow me to record him for my show. Guests include Broadway Tony nominated STARLETTE DUPOIS and "TV'S" Love Boat "Issac" TED LANGE. Sit back and listen on Podcast to this terrific, historic conversation... you will love it. 🤗 Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guests are Dama and David Conti...two young Long Islanders who move to Raleigh NC and start a wonderful Healthcare business which is call Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers. They demonstrate the focus and determination necessary to succeed while raising a family. It is funny yet so informative...not to be missed!🤗♥️ Produced, directed and host by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

William "Bill" Easley, born in Olean, NY, is a saxophonist, flutist and clarinetist, has performed with some of the most iconic musicians, including George Benson, Isaac Hayes, Ruth Brown, Ron Carter, Grady Tate, Bobby Short, John Lewis, Winton Marsalis and Louis Bells, just to name a few! He has been part of the orchestra of 10 Broadway Shows, including Black and Blue, Sophisticated Ladies, The Wiz, Jelly Last Jam, Fosse.As side from being a sideman on many recording, he has 5 recording as a leader.He has performed in a host of club such as Minton's, Village Vanguard in New York, Plugged Nickel in Chicago, The Jazz Work Shop in Boston to Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. He began performing with his father, a bandleader with his own band and his mother, who was a master pianist. This episode is informative, historic yet oh so funny! It is not to be missed. You'll love meeting Bill Easley!!! Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest is the incomparable Hip Hop legend...Producer, Rapper, Entrepreneur AB Money! 👏It was such a pleasure to sit down with a Pioneer in the Hip Hop who is such a great guy personally. He shares his wonderful journey of experiences from growing up in Brooklyn New York to being a Rap star at 18 with a group called Rappin is Fundamental, which fused Hip Hop with Jazz...his vision. His partner, Producer Easy Moe Bee and AB, were responsible for, produced, and performed on Miles Davis's last album Grammy winning Doo Bop. It's an informative journey into the Hip Hop world... a funny episode not to be missed!🤗♥️ It was such a pleasure to sit down with a Pioneer in the Hip Hop who is such a great guy personally. He shares his wonderful journey of experiences from growing up in Brooklyn New York to being a Rap star at 18 with a group called Rappin is Fundamental, which fused Hip Hop with Jazz...his vision. His partner, Producer Easy Moe Bee and AB, were responsible for, produced, and performed on Miles Davis's last album Grammy winning Doo Bop. It's an informative journey into the Hip Hop world... a funny episode not to be missed!🤗♥️ Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Magnificent episode with Jazz extradinare Trombonist, writer and composer Craig Harris. Riveting and funny, great walk down memory lane while being contemporary. If you love Jazz, you will enjoy this episode! Produced, directed, edited and host by Stephen E Davis. Show Less Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marvelous conversation with Deborah McPhatter, the former Chairwoman of the NC Music Hall of Fame and daughter of legendary 2 time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Clyde McPhatter. It's a wonderful, nostalgic episode of times gone by. By the way, do you know who her brother is? Tune in to find out!!! Produced, directed, edited and hosted by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest is award-winning, world known American playwright, poet, novelist, essayist, song writer, composer, editor and publisher, Ishmael Reed.A San Francisco resident, he is known for his satirical works challenging the American political culture. He taught at the University of California at Berkley for many years. He is best known for his 1972 release of Mumbo Jumbo. He recently release a jazz album he composed and produced. This Podcast is produced, directed, edited and host by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

My guest is North Carolina native Dr Dee Banks, MD.👏 Dr Banks is an infectious specialist who has been at the frontline of health care of two of the most deadly epidemics in human history...HIV/Aids and Covid-199 Her story issfascinating, dramatic, yet so funny. Take time to see a great episode.👏 I am sure you will love it. 🤗 Produced, directed, edited and host by Stephen E Davis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.