Portia: The Sound & Flavor of Success with Big Oomp
Korey Roberson, better known as Big Oomp, is a Grammy-nominated producer who played a huge role in the success of A-list hip hop artists, like Ludacris and T.I. He talks to Portia about his music career and new restaurant, Big Oomp Studio Kitchen. Later, his daughter, Narie Roberson, joins the conversation to discuss what it’s like working with family and the father-daughter duo give Portia a taste of some signature dishes.
Portia: Black Love #3: Terance & Shenia
Shenia and Terance Madden are a pair of two powerful attorneys who can teach us a thing or two about balancing marriage and business. The couple give us the deets on their New Year’s Eve wedding, their annual chocolate gala, and the important lessons they learned in their marriage.
Portia: Engineering High Fashion
Dedrick Thomas stops by to talk about what it means to engineer high fashion. He went from building warehouses as an engineer to designing suits for celebrities like Rick Ross, T.I., Travis Hunter, and many more. Dedrick also shares the work he’s doing to give back to HBCUs.
Portia: Battle Rap with Sparky D
Portia has an intimate conversation with Doreen ''Sparky D'' Broadnax about her rise to fame in the 1980’s as one of hip hop's first female battle rappers. Sparky gives Portia the inside scoop on her current relationship with rapper Roxanne Shante. She also opens up about her struggles with addiction, domestic violence, and turning her life over to God.
Portia: A Conversation with M.C. Lyte
At just 16 years old, MC Lyte became a pioneer in the music industry as the first female rapper to release a full studio album. Now, the hip-hop legend joins Portia to talk about everything from surviving in a male-dominated industry, the evolution of hip-hop, and her new album ''1 of 1.''
Portia: I Want to Get Away
Having an upcoming vacation can be both exciting and overwhelming. Portia sits down with travel experts who have mastered the art of travel. Together they share tips and tricks on booking the best flight deals, organizing group travel, and so much more.
Portia: Handle Your Business #3: Cliff Vmir
Celebrity hairstylist Cliff Vmir tells Portia how social media propelled his career from styling hair in his hometown, to styling stars like Cardi B. Cliff also tells Portia how he’s expanded his brand to teaching hair classes, creating his own hair care line, and making music.
Portia: Playing a Different Tune
Messiah ''Buddy Red'' Harris dishes on what it’s like being rapper T.I.’s son, and how he’s creating his own lane in music. Buddy also shows off his guitar skills in a fun improv game with Portia, and later he performs his single ''1958.''
Portia: Revamping Your Look for the New Year
Celebrity tailor Fhonia Ellis says upgrading your wardrobe can also help you elevate your life. Portia sits down with the fashion expert to discuss how to revamp your style without breaking the bank. Three models show off fabulous outfits that any man or woman can recreate with the items in their closet.
