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‘Finding Happy’ Reaches 2.6 Million Viewers In Series Premiere On Bounce

9/30/2022

The series premiere episodes of the newest Bounce original series, “Finding Happy,” were seen by 2.6 million viewers 2+ in their debut telecasts.

The first two episodes of “Finding Happy” premiered back-to-back on Bounce on Saturday, Sept. 24, from 8 to 9 p.m. ET, and their initial airing burst within 24 hours, including a special presentation on Bounce’s sister network ION on Sunday night.

Centering around the Black female experience through the eyes of protagonist Yaz Carter, “Finding Happy” is a dramedy about the unfulfilled life of Yaz, beginning with her unhappy 36th birthday. The 10-episode debut season features Yaz’s loving-but-complicated family, her stagnant career in the evolving landscape of radio, and a merry-go-round of unrequited love while dating in the love desert of Atlanta.

Finding Happy on Bounce TV

Bounce premieres new episodes of “Finding Happy” Saturday nights at 8 p.m. ET, with a primetime play for the West Coast at 8 p.m. PT. They are added to Bounce’s streaming service Brown Sugar on Monday mornings.

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GBC Met Gala & Icon Awards Dinner

9/25/2022

Hey Speakers, It's Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV at the GBC Met Gala and Icon Awards Dinner, celebrating the 5 year anniversary of Gwen's Business Corner with Deonta B. honoring past show guests as well as, business and entertainment industry icons who have had continued growth and success in their industry, such as Jason Lee of Hollywood Unlocked and Tamika Scott of Xscape.

For more information about Gwen's Business Corner, go to gwenbusinesscorner.com

GBC Met Gala and Icon Awards Dinner

About GBC Media:
The GBC Media Network and Talk Show include Dr. Gwennetta Wright alongside Deonta Blount a/k/a Deonta B. The two professionals and women of color have over 30 years of combined experience in the entertainment industry and as small business executives with their extended business services. The multimedia platform highlights influential and celebrity interviews, pop culture news alongside special engagement and award ceremonial coverage nationally. The GBC Media Network broadcast on Roku TV, Apple TV, Android TV and Amazon Firestick.

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Finding Happy Premiere on Bounce TV

9/21/2022

Bounce, the popular broadcast and multi-platform entertainment network serving African Americans, will premiere its newest original series, “Finding Happy,” on Saturday, September 24, with the first two episodes airing back-to-back starting at 8 pm EDT.

Centering around the Black female experience through the eyes of protagonist Yaz Carter, “Finding Happy” is a dramedy about the unfulfilled life of Yaz, beginning with her unhappy thirty-sixth birthday. The 10-episode debut season features Yaz’s loving-but-complicated family, her stagnant career in the evolving landscape of radio, and a merry-go-round of unrequited love while dating in the love desert of Atlanta. “Finding Happy” reveals over time that true happiness can only be found within.

B. Simone (MTV’s “Wild ‘n Out”) stars as Yaz along with Kim Coles (“Living Single”), Marketta Patrice (“Black Jesus”), Angela Gibbs (“Hacks”), Stevie Baggs (“Ruthless”) and Mike Merrill (“A La Carte”).

Kendra Jo serves as the showrunner, writer, and co-creator of “Finding Happy” along with Yasmine Coleman and Angela Wells. Eric C. Rhone, Cedric The Entertainer, Coleman, Wells, Jo, and Reesha L. Archibald are the show’s executive producers.

Finding Happy Bounce TV cast

“Finding Happy” comes from Eric C. Rhone and Cedric The Entertainer’s A Bird & A Bear Entertainment, which also produces the hit Bounce original series “Johnson.”

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9/19/2022

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Rahbi Presents 'STRANGE'

9/13/2022

Hey Speakers!!!
It's Jermaine Sain of When We Speak TV sharing with you a celebration of love and life with the Leader of the Beautiful People.

Rabhi Presents Strange

Rahbi Presents Strange

What am I referring to?
STRANGE!
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Kandi Burruss, Jussie Smollett, And More, Honored at 2022 Black Pride Festival

9/6/2022

The Labor Day weekend brings several events to the city of Atlanta, like Atlanta Black Pride. This year, we experienced the 10th annual Pure Heat Community Festival, during the 5 day pride celebration.
It was raining the crowd was unbothered.

Known as a free "day of unity," The Pure Heat Community Festival includes market and food vendors, live celebrity and local performers, entertainment, educational forums, prizes & giveaways - all designed to bring together the spirit of community, pride, and vision.

The 2022 Pure Heat Community Festival, honored Joseline Hernandez with the Trailblazer Award.
Kandi Burruss with the annual Humanitarian Award.
Jussie Smollett recieved the first ever Alvin Ailey Trailblazer Award.
Natalie Nunn was honored with the Pioneer award and
Stasha Sanchez received the ICON Award.

A few notable people that made an appearance at the 2022 Pure Heat Community Festival included Miss Lawrence, Debra Antney, Blueface, Stacey Abrams, Chrisean Rock, Bobby Lytes, Dyllon Burnside, Jhonni Blaze and more!!!

Visit AtlantaPrideWeekend.com to keep up with future events and happenings.
A portion of proceeds from the weekend's festivities will benefit homeless LGBTQ+ youth and those infected/affected with HIV/AIDS via The Vision Community Foundation.

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Free Live Music Event Coming To Riverdale, GA in October

9/3/2022

JITA Fans!
We are so excited to let you know that, because of your great support, Jazz In The Alley (JITA) is growing and is expanding to the city of Riverdale, Georgia!!!!

Jazz In The Alley Riverdale 2022

OCTOBER 1, 2022

7:30PM - 9:30PM

*No coolers, outside food, or beverages allowed. There will be local vendors available at the event.

Amphitheater at Riverdale Town Center

7200 Church St,
Riverdale, GA 30274

FEATURED ARTISTS

Trap Jazz Allstars
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Jazz In The Alley is a free summer jazz concert series, featuring elite and emerging jazz artists with backgrounds in funk, latin, pop, and R&B.

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TheJazzInTheAlley.com

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8/30/2022

Atlanta Black Pride Weekend, the country's leading LGBTQ+ annual pride prepares for its 26th year with an exciting line-up during the 2022 Labor Day holiday weekend taking place in Atlanta, GA. 2022 also marks the addition of the inaugural, Atlanta Black Pride Weekend Film Festival held at IPIC Theaters on Saturday, Sept. 3 from 1-10 PM. The five-day Pride Celebration will include special appearances by: Kandi Burruss, Jussie Smollett, Joseline Hernandez, Natalie Nunn, Stasha Sanchez, Saucy Santana, Latto, Jhonni Blaze, Erica Banks, Jerrie Johnson, Melissa “DJ M” Scott and more.

Headlining this year's 10th annual Pure Heat Community Festival are 2022 honorees Joseline Hernandez (“Joseline’s Cabaret”), Kandi Burruss (“Real Housewives of Atlanta”) and Jussie Smollett (“Empire”). Burruss will receive the annual Humanitarian award; Natalie Nunn (“BADDIES SOUTH”) will receive the all-new Pioneer award; Stasha Sanchez (“Legendary”) will receive the annual ICON award. Hernandez will receive the Trailblazer award; Smollett will receive the first-ever Alvin Ailey Trailblazer Award.

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8/17/2022

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8/16/2022

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