Cool Soror with Rashan Ali

The Cool Soror Show welcomes two amazingly COOL PEOPLE! Today's CELEBRATION BOWL EPISODE features Hall of Famer , Edgerrin James of the Indianapolis Colts. His son, Eden James, is a running back for Howard University. We chat it up about the state of football and how his influence guides his children. Also joining the show is Laila Pruitt, current Howard University student and co-star of 50 Cent's BMF on the Starz Network. Her bubbly personality is infectious and we certainly see a long and storied career for this superstar! Follow Edgerrin James at @edgerrinjames and Laila Pruitt at @lailadpruitt. Follow: @CricketNation Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/evZncvaqUT0 #rashanali #cricketnation #coolsoror

We are back again with the Cool Soror Show presented by Cricket Wireless at the Florida Classic. In one of the most storied rivalries in black college football, Florida A&M University and Bethune Cookman College bring out the best of the best every year in Orlando, Florida.   In this episode, we take it back to campus life!  We sat down with Cricket Wireless Campus Ambassador, Sabrina Petit-Homme from BCU, MISS FAMU, Kendall Naomi Johnson and Queen of Orange and Green, Keyanna McFann.  These ladies are true champions on campus and in their communities.  Be sure to follow them at @thekendallnaomi @keyannamcfann @brii.buxkets. Follow: @CricketNation Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pWFgR6hXtiI  #rashanali #cricketnation #coolsoror

On this special edition of The Cool Soror Podcast, we welcome Dr. John Lipman. As the Founder and Medical Director of the Atlanta Fibroid Center, Dr. John Lipman specializes in the nonsurgical treatment of uterine fibroids with a procedure called Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE).   According to Lipman, UFE is a procedure that takes less than an hour and ensures a faster recovery. This life-saving procedure offers an alternative to invasive procedures and complications from having a full hysterectomy. Approximately 26 million women in the U.S. are diagnosed with fibroids and Dr. Lipman believes that the failure to inform women of UFE is a continuation of medical disparities in the African American community. The Cool Soror Podcast believes that women have a right to choose what is best for their health. We simply wanted to use this platform to provide more information.   Follow Dr. Lipman on IG at @dr_lipman Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror   Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/of8LljREILs

We kick off our 2023 Cool Soror x Cricket Wireless Tour with the one and only Doug E. Fresh!  Hitting up the MEAC / SWAC Challenge in Atlanta, we were blessed to chat with the legend on the heels of the 50th anniversary of HIP HOP.  Doug E. Fresh talked about the evolution of the game and how he has been able to remain so consistent throughout the years.  We are honored to be in the presence of ROYALTY!   Doug E. Fresh:  Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @therealdougefresh   Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror   Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nKYkxnLFX9c   #rashanali #cricketnation #coolsoror

In Part II of the Cool Soror® podcast season III finale, Rashan Ali rounds out her conversation with Sharí Nycole tapping into her identity in marriage, leaving sideline reporting for good and how her role as Ms. Tandy helped her to make a major shift in her real life. It’s real. It’s raw. It’s Rashan Ali Unfiltered... Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/MiG_3-ZgEf8

In the most open and honest interview she's ever done, Rashan Ali chats with journalist and D9 soror @Sharí Nycole about so many unspoken moments along her journey. In this two part season finale, you will see her from a completely different vantage point. Rashan discusses defining experiences in her life that shaped her and the struggles she continues to face daily. It’s real. It’s raw. It’s Rashan Ali...... Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/-kL-O6Kp8C0

Up Next on the Cool Soror Podcast is special guest & multi-hyphenate actress Gail Bean. Tune in as Gail shares her story as a rising young actress in Hollywood making a way for herself, taking bold steps & leaving no crumbs!!! Her talents have been featured in two hugely successful TV shows, P-Valley a gritty drama on Starz’s & FX’s critically acclaimed drama series, “Snowfall.”  Hailing from St. Louis, MS, this Cool Soror of the illustrious Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is committed to using her platform to empower & educate through philanthropy & advocacy.   Bet on yourself & stand your ground when it comes to following your dreams is the energy that Gail Bean is serving during this episode! She is making major waves in Hollywood & is showing no signs of slowing down any time soon. Follow Gail Bean on IG @@gail__bean Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/w46T79NxzeY

Up Next on the Cool Soror Podcast is special guest Judge Terrinee Gundy.   Tune in as Judge Gundy shares her story of being the “Daughter of a Junkie” & her journey to becoming a successful judge despite the odds stacked against her.    Terrinee was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida where her daddy’s drug addition to crack cocaine wrecked her family and home life, then she spent challenging years in South Georgia. Despite an early life of constant chaos and dysfunction, Terrinee excelled academically, and ultimately reached her dreams of becoming a family first-time college graduate from Clark Atlanta University, as well as, from the University of Georgia School of Law. She is a Cool Soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.    Her upcoming book, The Daughter Of A Junkie: A True Love Story gives a front row seat of Terrinee’s account of navigating through traumatic land mines while growing up in the ghetto that is intertwined with endless love stories.    Don’t miss this conversation because we’re digging deep addressing how addiction affects families in our communities on so many different levels.     Follow Judge Terrinee Gundy on IG: @thedaughterofajunkie   Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror   Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

Next up on the Cool Soror Podcast is special guest & Cool Bruh Dr. Kevin James. He serves as the 19th President of Morris Brown College, an HBCU founded in 1881 in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. James made history by leading the institution to become the first HBCU to regain accredited status after a nearly twenty-year hiatus. He drew from his 22-year career as a higher education administrator, professor, executive business leader, and motivational speaker to fulfill his role as the Chief Executive Officer of the college. Tune in to this pivotal conversation as Dr. Kevin James breaks down his winning strategy for rebuilding Morris Brown, the challenges he faced while bringing the college back from losing accreditation & where he draws his incredible vision for leadership.   Follow Dr. Kevin James on IG at @drkevinjames Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/gLXGXBMaXRY

Author, Actress & TV Personality, Monyetta Shaw-Carter joins the show as our latest special guest. Tune in as Monyetta shares the behind the scenes of her rise to fame , how family has played a major role in her life & secrets to co parent success. A Cool Soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Monyetta is committed to philanthropy & giving back on a global scale through her organization, the Linda B’s Grace Foundation. In 2021, Monyetta married her husband, Heath, the two live together along with their children from previous relationships embodying a true blended household. Affectionately known as the “co-parenting guru”, She launched a planner called, “The Co-Parenting Planner” to help organize the busy lives of both parents and kids. This is a great addition to her last book titled, Keep It Classy, co-parenting strategies for unstoppable Moms and devoted Dads. You can catch Monyetta blazing up reality TV screens around the world as a “friend of” Bravo’s hit show, The Housewives of Atlanta on seasons 14 & 15. Follow Monyetta on IG @monyettashaw Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch the show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZToAbquM-IE

The Voice of Atlanta ™️, Legendary Comedian, 2 x Emmy Award-winning radio host, entrepreneur & overall Cool Bruh, Ryan Cameron is here as a very special guest to set off the Season 3 premiere of the Cool Soror podcast! A member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Ryan is giving us all the juicy details about his journey as a pioneer in black radio, navigating relationships, & surviving the unthinkable. You can listen to Ryan’s syndicated radio show Ryan Cameron Uncensored every day 3pm - 7pm ET, on Majic 107.5/97.5 Atlanta & broadcasting in all car stereos across the country. Get ready for a heart felt & hilarious conversation! Follow Ryan Cameron on IG at @doitfortheryan Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Subscribe & Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

Costume Designer extraordinaire & Cool Soror of Alpha Kappa Alpha Raiyonda Vereen joins the show as our latest special guest. Tune in as she shares her beginnings in the fashion & entertainment industry to now working with some of the biggest stars. After graduating from Howard University and navigating her way through the fashion and entertainment industry, Raiyonda discovered an entry into the industry in 2002. In 2007, Raiyonda transitioned from styling into costuming & shopping for tv & film. Raiyonda worked as a Buyer and Set Costumer for TV shows & movies such as Single Ladies, Greenleaf, Sundays Best, Ride Along, Hunger Games II, The Bobby Brown Series, and Hidden Figures to name a few. She has been the Assistant Costume Designer for TV shows and movies such as Best Of Enemies, Nobodyʼs Fool, A Fall From Grace, Madeaʼs Family Funeral, The Have & Have Nots and the list goes on. From this experience, Raiyonda applied all that she learned, which eventually carried her into the position as a Costume Designer. Raiyonda is currently the head of the Costume Department for Tyler Perryʼs shows The Oval, Ruthless, Assisted Living and All The Queen’s Men.   Follow Raiyonda on IG @raiyonda Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

Alisha L. Gordon is an awarded teacher, faith leader, and social strategist whose work intersects social advocacy and culture. The FIRST EVER GUEST on the show in 2016, this Cool Soror of DST is the founder and Executive Director of The Current Project, a nonprofit organization, committed to closing the social and economic gaps for Black single mothers, utilizing the intersection of strategic programming and policy to lengthen the runway for thriving. Under her leadership, the organization has emerged as a leader in bridging the stories and needs of Black single mothers across the country, galvanizing support from corporate and foundations like Pink Cornrows, The Wayfarer Foundation, The New York Liberty, Invested Faith, and City Fund. In its inaugural year, the organization raised over $175,000 for its programming initiatives. A native of Decatur, Georgia, Alisha earned her Bachelor of English from Spelman College and a Masters of Divinity from the Candler School of Theology at Emory University. Alisha was awarded Emory University’s distinguished Top 40 Under 40 in 2019 and most recently appointed to the alumni board of the Candler School of Theology. You can follow Alisha at @dstarwriter59 on IG. Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

From his years as an R&B performer, to being an advocate for adoption, Willie Moore, Jr. spills it all out in this "Cool Bruh" episode.  This nationally syndicated radio host and motivational speaker discusses the day he found out he was adopted at 7-years-old and burying the "why" until recently.  He also speaks candidly about fatherhood and dealing with divorce in the public.  After years of his life's "Perfected Performance" he has found who he really is and what his purpose is in this life.  Get prepared as lots of "quotable" gems are dropped during this funny and eye-opening discussion.  Follow Willie at @williemoorejrlive Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

On this week’s Cricket Wireless episode of the Cool Soror Show, our host, Rashan Ali, sits down with two amazing guests. First up is the SWAC commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland who talks about the impact of HBCUs and the power of The Southwestern Athletic Conference. Afterwards she is joined with Grammy nominated, awarding winning R&B artist Sunshine Anderson who tells us how her hit song, "Heard it All Before" years ago continues to make room for her. Tune into the episode to learn how these two powerhouses are making room & making impact in college sports & the music industry. Follow The SWAC on IG @theswac Follow Sunshine Anderson on IG @iamsunshineanderson Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

Legendary Comedian, Actor, Author, Television Host and Award-winning radio host of the top-rated, nationally syndicated show, The Rickey Smiley Morning Show & Cool Bruh Rickey Smiley is here as a special guest on the Cool Soror podcast. A member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Rickey talks family, his love of cooking, overcoming tragedy & longevity in his career. You can listen to this funny man blasting through your radio waves every day on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, which is syndicated to more than 60 cities across the country including Atlanta, Baltimore, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Houston, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Miami, New Orleans, Orlando, Portland, OR, Seattle and St Louis.     Rickey Smiley is bringing non stop laughter & lots of gems in the episode.   Follow Rickey Smiley on IG  @RickeySmileyOfficial  Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cool-soror-with-rashan-ali/id1131366548

Cool Bruh, Pastor, Visionary, Civil rights activist & Community organizer Jamal Bryant is here as a special guest on the Cool Soror podcast.   A member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Pastor Bryant talks his journey from G.E.D to Ph.D., leadership, relationships & the power of purpose.   His ministry has become an incubator for entrepreneurs, homeowners, and the like. In December 2018, Dr. Bryant was appointed the Senior Pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, Georgia.    Pastor Jamal Bryant is a leader on fire & is showing no signs of slowing down! Tune in to catch the aha moments, behind the scenes stories & laughter.   Follow Pastor Jamal Bryant on IG @jamalhbryant   Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com   Shop Cool Soror Merch: https://www.shoplhp.com/collections/cool-soror   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror   Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

Keshia Knight Pulliam joins the Cool Soror Podcast today! A Cool Soror rocking the red and white, this actress, producer, wife, mother, sister and friend to many has truly been in our hearts since the 1980’s. Her beautiful smile and extraordinary talent continue to make room for her. From acting to directing and producing, she has truly embodied each gift God has given to her. Her solid upbringing allowed her to experience the life she’d always dreamed of as a child, which led her to Spelman College where she entrenched herself into the full college experience. With several projects under her belt and many more to come, Keshia’s life and career are soaring. You’ll enjoy learning about the real Keshia. She holds nothing back!   Follow Keshia on Instagram @keshiaknightpulliam   Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com   Shop Cool Soror Merch: https://www.shoplhp.com/collections/cool-soror   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror   Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

On this week’s Cricket Wireless episode of the Cool Soror Show, our host, Rashan Ali, sits down with Tiffany Greene and Jen Price live from the Florida Blue Football Classic between Florida A&M University and Bethune Cookman University.  Arguably one of the most popular HBCU Classics, these schools represent a fierce rivalry  in college football. Both Tiffany and Jen represent Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. via the Beta Alpha and Gamma Tau chapters (FAMU and BCU respectively).  Both are history makers.   Tiffany is the first Black woman to become a play-by-play announcer for the worldwide leader in sports, ESPN.  Jen, a graduate of both FAMU and BCU, is the first woman to create, found and host a Craft Beer Conference with her signature brand and movement, Crafted For Action.  These women are simply stellar! Follow Tiffany Green at @tiffanygreene34 on IG and Jen Price at @craftedforaction on IG as well. Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com   Shop Cool Soror Merch: https://www.shoplhp.com/collections/cool-soror   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror   Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf

Today’s Cool Soror episode features Dr. Contessa Metcalfe, Medical Physician, & star of the hit show “Married to Medicine” on Bravo TV. A member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Dr. Contessa shares her biggest influences growing up & why she decided to get into reality television.   Hang on to your seats because in this episode Dr. Contessa breaks down how television saved her marriage & kept her family together. She’s giving us the goods on the importance of putting in the work in order to get positive results in areas that matters to us most. With such an electrifying personality it’s apparent why Dr. Contessa is lighting up television screens across the nation.   Follow Dr. Contessa at @drcontessa on IG.   Stay connected at: www.CoolSoror.com   Shop Cool Soror Merch: https://www.shoplhp.com/collections/cool-soror   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @rashanali   Instagram, Facebook, Twitter @coolsoror   Watch on Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj_sI6lEq2DbgVUX2uR_Uk5reKu5o6Ccf