The Media Lounge

Roll Red Roll is a true-crime thriller that goes behind the headlines to uncover the deep- seated and social media-fueled “boys will be boys” culture at the root of high school sexual assault in America.  Director & Producer Nancy expands on the true story of the 2012 rape case of Jane Doe, how social media played a role in the case, and what she wishes her audience to take away from this "bone chilling" documentary.

Interview w/ Executive Director of the Universal Hip Hop Museum, Rocky Bucano. Rocky Bucano shares all about the ongoing project for the museum that is slated to open in the Bronx, NY in 2023, on 50th year anniversary of Hip Hop. He touches on Nas’ & Mary J Blige’s involvement in the project, what exhibits we should expect to see as it relates to the 4 elements of Hip Hop, & how you can get involved. *Music by Fatel Flows

Instagram Health & Wellness influencer Amber Rochelle shares her story on how she lost 180lbs! Amber further shares her experience w/ depression and anxiety, and her feature in Women’s Health Magazine online.

Listen in as Selene chats w/ the talented Broadway Actor, Jawan M. Jackson. Jawan talks about how he almost didn't get the role of The Temptations singer Melvin Franklin,  life on Broadway, and his experience working with the late-great Whitney Houston.

Interview w/ NBC-The Voice contestant & Neo Soul artist, Oliv Blu.  Oliv shares with us a little bit about her upbringing and how she developed a love for music, her experience on the latest season of The Voice, and her passion for natural hair and beauty,  Tune in and find out what is next for this young, talented and soulful beauty! Music by: Oliv Blu

Emmy nominated and NAACP Award-winning actress Victoria Rowell, chats with Selene on this episode of The Media Lounge Podcast. Victoria discusses her UMC's Daytime Emmy nominated Original Series, The Rich and the Ruthless season three that premiered on 5/23, and Lifetime's Pride & Prejudice premiering Saturday, 6/1. Victoria also shares with us on how it was to work with the late Kristoff St. John.

What’s going on w/ the podcast & show? Lawsuit against USDA, Fashion talk and JayZ Bsides 2 concert.

To some people she is known as 'the girl who got her lip bit off", but at only 20 years old, Kayla Hayes is a domestic abuse survivor. She is now using her voice to raise awareness on domestic abuse. Visit her Facebook page, Rise Above, to learn more on her movement. You may also read more on her at: www.medialoungechicago.com

Ananda is back! She talks about why she took a break from the industry, her love for carpentry, being a mother and how she will be hosting TLC's show, "While You Were Out". 

Joined by guest co-host Gabe Ramirez from Chicago's B96, Selene & Heather talk about Jamal Knox and the rappers trying to appeal his sentence. Was he wrong for recording the song F**** the Police? Why wasn't anyone talking about the murder of Police Officer Jacob Keltner, and why do people eavesdrop on their partner? Music by: Cryptic Kairos

After learning about the beautiful author & business owner, Jazmine Duke- Ms. Duke joins the ladies to discuss the latest on R. Kelly news, Kardashian cheating scandal. Momo & internet dangers to children, Chicago Mayoral Race and Virginia 1st lady hands cotton to black children.

The Ladies chat with Chicago's very own, Rhyan Lamarr. Rhyan shares with us about his background, his faith, the making of Canal Street and some of his upcoming projects.  Music by MC Juice

Cardi B & Bruno Mars song review, Jlo's Motown Tribute Controversy, New R Kelly sex tape & Jason Van Dyke beaten in jail.

Featuring special co-host Michael Gutierrez, we discuss entertainment news, death of Kristoff St. John, 21 Savage held by ICE & Photoshopped bodies!

The Ladies & special Co-host Simeon Henderson bring you the latest in entertainment! We discuss JCole’s new single, the Upcoming Grammy’s, Jussie Smollet & Super Bowl!