Archiving Joy: Photography, Family, and the Future of Black History
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
Release Date: 02/11/2026
How We Learn From Each Other: Lessons from Our Phenomenal Guests
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
This episode on YouTube: This season on Mama We Made It!, With Dj and Reg, they reflect on the incredible stories from the incredible guests they've hosted over the past year. They touch on the most impactful moments for them. Chris Clipper's insight on power of perspective and desire to raise his children into incredible adults, Roshanna Moss's perspective on energy and alignment, Renata Cherlise's artistic eye and special storytelling methods of joy, Khalil Blakey's identity, growth, and what being multidimensional is all about, Miles Williams's openness, honesty, and the ability to...
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Food, Culture, Community: Ingredients for a Successful (Culinary) Business
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
This episode on YouTube: What kind of a culture shock did Kiara Hardy, A.K.A. the Kitchen Killa experience when moving from South Florida to Portland, OR? Today on Mama We Made It!, with Dj and Reg, Kiara shares some more of her story, specifically how she came to move to Portland, how she experienced the change and overcame major challenges and unprecedented times, and how that experience is still helping her grow and thrive today... during the current unprecedented times. She also gets into her own brand of mentoring, a culinary program that lifts up individuals and...
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Build a Culinary Empire - Notes from Kitchen Killa, Kiara Hardy
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
This episode on YouTube: How did Kitchen Killa get her start? In this episode of Mama We Made It!, with Dj and Reg, Dj and Reg host Kiara Hardy, Owner of Kitchen Killa, a culinary company in Portland, OR. She shares her origin story and how she went from a regular (well paid job) through culinary school, building her new life as a private chef, and finally finding her place in Kitchen Killa, where she builds extravagant culinary masterpieces, but also a community of talented chefs and food enthusiasts. The trio discusses the importance of business, team management, and...
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Teddy Bridgewater Act - Will It Help and Where Can It Hurt Student Athletes
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This episode on YouTube: The Florida Senate recently passed the Teddy Bridgewater Act - allowing coaches to use up to $15,000 of personal funds to help their students. Dj and Reg discuss how they feel about this development. Even if we ignore the fact that these lawmakers never agree on anything and we trust this decision will enable a brighter path for affected students, what are the guardrails, how do we protect the students, and how do we also assist programs that aren't necessarily athletic? Dj and Reg discuss these, and other implications of this newly passed Act. How do you...
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Freedom in Times of War: How to Continue the Fight For Flourishing in 2026
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
This episode on YouTube: How do you navigate your own peace and freedom during what seems to be a neverending, escalating, crisis in the world? Today, on Mama We Made It!, with Dj and Reg, Dj and Reg share some of the ways that they find joy during conflict. They draw from childhood experiences, as well as their experiences as adults, to dig into what really matters to them, what brings them joy, and what keeps them free. Staying connected, staying authentic, and growing your community and resilience are some of the things they have found work in maintaining joy. With some...
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Reality TV to Real Living: Miles Williams on His Authentic Journey
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
This episode on Youtube: What does it mean to truly connect, and how do vulnerability, creativity, and resilience shape our paths? Join Dj and Reg as they welcome back the inspiring Miles Williams back to the show. In this episode of Mama We Made It!, Miles Williams, shars some of his journey of being married on Married at First Sight, how the show impacted his perspective on marriage, and what he will do going forward. Miles also has some questions for Dj and Reg, and they give some important advice on what to do when you're career switching at 32, and how to start and maintain a...
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Capturing Black Joy: Miles Williams on Photography and Purpose
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This episode on YouTube: What does it mean to truly thrive, and how do love, joy, and authenticity redefine success? Dj and Reg are joined by Miles Williams, to try to answer some of these questions. On this episode of Mama We Made It!, with DJ and Reg, Miles Williams of @themileswill shares his journey from burnout to balance, offering a heartfelt exploration of living with intention and purpose beyond traditional success metrics. Dj and Reg ask provoking questions and are met with spectacular answers. Miles shares what running a school during the pandemic was like,...
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Hip Hop Goes Beyond Music: Exploring Differences Between Hip Hop and Rap
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
What truly defines hip hop, and how does it differ from rap? (Dj and Reg have pretty well defined, strong opinions on this one). On this episode of Mama We Made It!, with Dj and Reg, Dj and Reg answer these questions, offering a comprehensive exploration of hip hop as a cultural movement deeply rooted in Black experiences. Dj highlights the East Coast's pivotal role in shaping hip hop's identity, and it quickly becomes a hill he is willing to die on. Originating in NYC, and producing foundational East Coast artists like Public Enemy, Eric B and Rakim, and Grandmaster Flash, hip hop's...
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The Future of Higher Education: Trends and Challenges
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
This episode on YouTube: Is the education landscape changing too rapidly? Are these shifts going to reshape the future of the next generation? In today's episode of Mama We Made It!, with Dj and Reg, the hosts discuss the higher education shifts. As AI, the economy, and evolving skill demands change and put more pressure on the students, critical thinking and storytelling are more vital than ever. And social skills remain a key asset in a tech-driven world. Dj and Reg share honest insights on how systemic inequities, globalization, and automation threaten to leave many...
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Legacy, Growth, and Evolution: Turning Challenges Into Superpowers
Mama, We Made It! With DJ & Reg
Watch this on YouTube: Has keeping it real ever let you down? Dj and Reg continue their conversation with Khalil of The Real With Khalil https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealwithKhalil. On this episode, Khalil shares a story of when keeping it real did let him down a little (note: getting arrested in Orlando when you're there for work is NOT fun), but he did learn a lesson about patience and self-awareness. The conversation turns to childhood experiences, and importance of community and relationships. All three experienced a strong family love growing up which helped shape them into...
info_outlineHow do we preserve Black history—and how do we carry it forward?
In Part 2 of this conversation, DJ and Reg continue their dialogue with Renata Cherlise, founder of Black Archives, exploring legacy, intergenerational storytelling, and the power of photography in Black communities.
The group discusses the evolution of photography from film to iPhones, the impact of technology on preservation, and how communities engage with visual history across platforms. They also touch on regional influence, creative inspiration, and hands-on projects like Link NYC, before reflecting on legacy, intergenerational connection, and future plans to expand the archive across the African diaspora.
What does legacy mean to you? Drop your thoughts in the comments.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lMghBeCsrAE
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