Strength in Sisterhood with Triple Charm
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On this special episode of CherryPop, multi-hyphenate dancing/singing trio Triple Charm joins Meg to talk all about sisterhood. The real-life sisters shed light on their love and appreciation for each other’s strengths and individualities and share how their strong bond helps them creatively collaborate. We also dive into holiday traditions, swapping clothes, and Barbie. “I would say I've learned so much about them. And in a strange way that I don't think I ever would have had the opportunity to if we weren't working together. And in a creative sense, I don't think I would have seen...
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In Her Shoes with La Rhonza
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This episode of CherryPop is proudly sponsored by our friends at . We’re going all in for fall! From the perfect or for the office or back-to-school to your new , DSW has a shoe for every occasion! Shop their latest fall looks at ! On this episode of CherryPop, we’re highlighting rising stars in the music industry with special guest La Rhonza. La Rhonza, known as on screen, talks about her recent journey to becoming a singer and songwriter. She shares the inspiration behind her latest and first bilingual single, honoring and exploring her Hispanic heritage. La Rhonza and CherryPop host...
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Getting "Smarter in Seconds" with Blair Imani
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On this episode of CherryPop, Meg welcomes educator, advocate, and author Blair Imani. “If you're a lonely kid who has to eat lunch at the library, like I did, it just feels like that's gonna be your life forever. So, if someone can tell you a real-life story of somebody who was in that situation and overcame it, it can help you be like, ‘Okay, right now, I'm in my cocoon phase and, one day, I'm gonna bloom and become this beautiful butterfly’.” -Blair Imani The creator shares the value of boundaries, personal space, and implanting strategic vulnerability. She also talks...
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In Her Shoes with Gia Kim
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This episode of CherryPop is presented by DSW. DSW is your one-stop shop for all the need-right-now shoes from all your favorite brands. Visit to find a shoe that’s right for you! Actor candidly shares her empowering personal growth journey playing Yuri in XO, Kitty, explains the show’s celebration of South Korean culture, and speaks about her positive and productive experience working with a predominantly female-led team behind the camera. “Yuri commands the space that she's in. That's something that, even up until recently, I always had to consciously work out. It's like,...
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In Her Shoes with Nicole Maines
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This episode of CherryPop is presented by DSW. This Pride Month, join us and our partners at DSW as we celebrate putting our best foot forward and unapologetically living in full color! Actor, activist, and writer shares the powerful impact dreaming big had on her as a young trans woman, the joys and challenges of writing a graphic novel for the DC Universe, and what it’s like tackling the complexities of mental health on screen as Lisa in Season 2. “If we're not hoping, or if we're not dreaming, what are we doing? It's important for us to have ambition, goals, and...
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Unfinished Business: Women in Film and the Quest for Equality
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This episode is sponsored by Buffalo 8 Distribution: A Bondit Company. is a full-service film and media company focused on production, post-production, distribution, design, and finance. CherryPop host Meg McCarthy and Head of Buffalo 8 Distribution Nikki Stier Justice discuss the future of women in film, spotlighting Marcella Cytrynowicz’s gripping thriller romance, , and Em Johnson’s coming-of-age story, . producer Taryn Sims and writer/director Em Johnson join the conversation to grapple with gender disparity in front of and behind the camera while shedding light on how to...
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Founder's Special: Thanksgiving Is for the Birds
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This special episode is brought to you by CherryPicks' founder, . Known for producing indie films, Bailey’s work as a filmmaker has helped shape the cultural landscape of the independent films we know today. Founder’s Special is a limited editorial and digital series in which Miranda talks directly to you, sharing deeply personal stories of paving her own path to Hollywood and how she’s now built a new road for women’s voices to be heard: CherryPicks. For more visit CherryPicks is the best place to see what women think about movies, tv, and more. CherryPicks highlights...
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The Doctor Is In: A Conversation with Grey's Anatomy Star Kelly McCreary
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On this week’s CherryPop episode, Meg welcomes actress and star of , . Kelly shares her invaluable experience playing Dr. Maggie Pierce and how the character taught her to embrace her inner nerd. Additionally, she talks about ’ impact on the industry and sheds light on the precedent set by Shondaland of a supportive and safe work environment. “Shonda’s work first impacted me as an actor because it enabled me to envision myself in roles beyond just what I thought would be available to me. [...] Black women have always found a way to carve space out for themselves, but it's been hard...
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Indie Filmmaking With the Cast & Crew of "Never Forgotten"
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This episode is sponsored by Wooden Finger Studios. Check out their mobile game Ethereal Run, available now on IOS and google play! On this episode of CherryPop, our host Meg McCarthy is joined by director, writer, and star Ty Gordon, star Christy St. John, and producer Rodes Phire. Together they discuss the film's important commentary on mental health awareness and toxic masculinity, and exchange stories and advice about the joys and hurdles of indie filmmaking. CherryPicks is the best place to see what women think about movies, tv, and more. CherryPicks highlights reviews and original...
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Celebrating Our True Selves in "Mack & Rita"
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This episode of CherryPop is presented by Gravitas Premiere's sparkling comedy with a magical twist, Mack & Rita. A 30-year-old writer played by spends a wild weekend in Palm Springs and wakes up to find she has magically transformed into her 70-year-old self in this delightful comedy starring Oscar-winner . On this week of CherryPop, Meg is joined by director and star Elizabeth Lail. Meg and Katie discuss how the film deconstructs preconceived notions and societal stereotypes about age, and Katie shares her personal and professional journey toward embracing her...
info_outlineOn this episode of CherryPop, Meg welcomes educator, advocate, and author Blair Imani.
“If you're a lonely kid who has to eat lunch at the library, like I did, it just feels like that's gonna be your life forever. So, if someone can tell you a real-life story of somebody who was in that situation and overcame it, it can help you be like, ‘Okay, right now, I'm in my cocoon phase and, one day, I'm gonna bloom and become this beautiful butterfly’.” -Blair Imani
The “Smarter in Seconds” creator shares the value of boundaries, personal space, and implanting strategic vulnerability. She also talks about her love for biographies, the fine line between disruption and curiosity, and the power of collaborating and honoring people’s time.
“I think one of the biggest things that capitalism and white supremacy culture tell us is that we can't work with our friends. We can't work with our family. And for a lot of folks who are marginalized [...] we don't have the option of not doing that. We don't have all the same opportunities; we have to make things work. And so it's all about having boundaries, all about building trust.” - Blair Imani
Learn more about Blair Imani by visiting her website, joining her on social media @blairimani, and reading her books: Making Our Way Home (2020), Modern HERstory (2018)
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Music composed by Honor Nezzo.
CherryPop is executive produced by Miranda Bailey and Rebecca Odes, produced and hosted by Meg McCarthy, and edited by In Haus Media