From Being Homeless to Running her own PR Company-This is the Kiki Ayers Story-Straight Topics Ep. 4

Every Monday I deliver my #BYODFAM a new episode of Straight Topics! This weeks special guest is a good colleague of mind that I'm proud to call my friend and she goes by the name of Kiki Ayers. Kiki Ayers is a publicist originally from Seattle, Washington who was once homeless and now runs her own PR company called Ayers Publicity.

Kiki sat down with me and discussed how her journey began in the entertainment industry from working for the Jerry Springer show on the east coast to hosting red carpet events in Hollywood, California on the west coast. Kiki has hustled and built her network to a point where she now runs her own PR company with multiple clients and does PR for A-list celebrity events such as Floyd Mayweather.

In this interview she's completely open and shares her journey to success all while giving gems to inspiring publicist. Also, she explains why the GOAT of Hip Hop Jay-Z is her long lost dad. Check out the dope interview below:

 

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Life After My Viral Lebron James Video (Straight Topics Ep. 3) ft. Wendell Gowie (@dakidgowie)

All Star Weekend was held  in Los Angeles this year and Instagram influencer @dakidgowie aka Wendell Gowie was in town and stopped by the studio for an episode of Straight Topics.

 Wendell is originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He is very talented and creative. Wendell began to gain traction on instagram after his video of the Lebron challenge went viral his life has changed ever since. Check out this new episode of Straight Topics featuring Wendell Gowie right here:

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Timberland and Jermaine Dupri Receive Special Honors at Global Spin Awards

                                             Timberland and Jermaine Dupri Receive Special Honors

The 6^th Annual Global Spin Awards kicked off All Star Weekend on February 15^th at the Novo in Downtown Los Angeles. The GSA honors the most dynamic and talented DJs from around the world. This year legendary emcee and DJ Snoop Dogg hosted the awards which will air exclusively on REVOLT on February 22, at 9:00 PM ET/6:00 PM PT.

                The Global Spin Awards was founded by Founder of the Marketing Firm Power Moves Inc.  Shawn Prez. Since the creation of GSA it has became a pillar of the music industry for DJs nationwide. The nominations are chosen from submissions across more than 30 categories, showcasing some of the most talented creators and breakthrough DJs. In the past DJs such as Dj Kahald, Dj Envy, Marshmello, and Funk Flex have been recognized for the tremendous work that they’ve done.

This year Legendary Timberland known to work with names such as Missy Elliot, Aaliyiah, Justin Timberlake, and the list goes on was honored with the “Lifetime Achievement Award”.

 Rap icon Jermaine Durpri who began his career as a dancer and transcended into an Artist, DJ, Producer, and so more was honored with the “Breaking Barriers” Award. He currently has kids and teens everywhere going crazy over Lifetime’s “The Rap Game” every Friday and he continues to change the game.

 Global Spin Awards brought out big names in the music game such as Ludacris, Diddy, Andre Harrell, Pharrel and many more. Be sure to check out the exclusive red carpet coverage and show on REVOLT.

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What To Expect All Star 2018

 Well its only right for stars too meet in the land of the stars, and thats exactly whats going down for this years NBA All-Star weekend out in sunny Southern California. All-Star weekend will be in Los Angeles this weekend and its packed with star studded events, from yacht parites, to the dunk contest, and to the actual All-Star game. The weekend kicks off on Friday night at 7pm with the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game headlined by Michael B. Jordan. This game is ineresting for the simple fact that you get to find out if your favorite celebrity can hoop or not, an most do have a little game they want to show off just to show they have other talents besides the craft they’re famously known for.

The game is usually filled with ugly shots made and goofy pranks on and off the court. The next event is the Rising stars challenge which includes the top rookies and sophomores in todays NBA. Boston Celtics Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum headline the game along with super rookie Donovan Mitchell and rookie Ben Simmons who is technically a sophomore but was injured throughout the whole season last year. This will be better basketball compared to the celeb game, and should be filled with high flying dunks and prideful matchup wars. This game could actually get competitive down the stretch due to players still being young and hungry.

The following night is a huge one, with the Skills Challenge taking the lead, followed by the Three-Point contest, and the highly anticipated Slam Dunk contest to cap off the night. Joel Embiid headlines the Skills Challenge and looks to take out pre-favorite Lou Williams. The 3-point contest should be a good one this year with sharp shooters Klay Thompson, Devin Booker, Paul George, Bradley Beal, and other knockdown shooters participating. Klay Thompson and Devin Booker seem to be the favorites in this one but we’ll see how it goes down Saturday night. The most highly anticipated contest of All-Star weekend is the dunk contest! The participants include Victor Oladipo (Pacers), Larry Nance Jr. (Cavaliers), Dennis Smith Jr. (Mavericks), Donovan Mitchell (Jazz). These are all high flyers and they should not disappoint. The actual All-Star game is on Sunday at 8pm with all the big names like Lebron James, and Steph Curry.

Those 2 top players are actually team captains for their respected squads who they picked just like its done in the school yard. Instead of 2 separate conferences this year, they had the top 2 vote getters be captains and they went back and forth on picking the eligible All-Stars. Lebron James is actually teaming up with old friend but now seemed to be foe but now doesn’t really seem to be since he selected him, Kyrie Irving, who left Cleveland this past summer to join the Boston Celtics, leaving LBJ in the dust. He also scooped Kevin Durant and Anthony Davis to create a strong squad. Steph on the other hand has Giannis “The Greek Freak” and James Harden to contend with LBJ and his team. This should be a little different with the conferences mixed up making it more of a competitive game then past All-Star matchups. Make sure you tune in or attend the All-Star festivities because its in the heart of entertainment and good weather, lovely Los Angeles.

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Black History Month Inventor of the Day: Madam C.J. Walker

Hey #BYODFAM! Being that we are in the middle of Black History Month I wanted to do something special. There are many great black inventors that haven't received enough credit for their inventions in my opinion. I always like to educate my readers in someway. Therefore, I will be honoring black inventors on my blog for the remainder of the month. 

Black History Month Inventor of the day: Madam C.J. Walker

Madam C.J. Walker

Madam C.J. Walker was born on December 23rd, 1867 and was raised by her parents Owen and Minerva Breedlove who were originally slaves. That's right, Madam C.J. Walker was born into a former-slaved family. Walker's parents worked on a Parish Farm owned by Robert W. Burney. In the 1800s there was hardly any electricity or enough water available meaning Madam could not wash her hair as often as she would like. As the days rolled by her hair began to fall out and her scalp became very dry. Until one day she made her own hair lotion with sulfur, perfume, and petroleum which made her hair grow back tremendously by healing her scalp. Once she began selling her hair lotion for $.14 cents a bottle everyone wanted to purchase it. Madam began to travel around the western and northern parts of America to sell her product.

Madam used her proceeds to create change and get involved with the NAACP. All Madam wanted to do was make a change in the world and with that she provided scholarships and funded campaigns. The beauty market is worth 64 million dollars and Madam C.J. Walker was the first person who began it with her hair growing lotion.

Writer: Kennedy Gore

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Straight Topics Episode 2 w/ special guest Efrangeliz Medina

      Hey #BYODFAM! I need to update you guys with what is going on! First things first, a MAJOR Thank You to everyone that has supported and purchased a Building My Empire hat! Thanks to you guys the first order of hats have SOLD OUT! And, the BYOD community is looking STRONG! I created a dope slideshow to show the community. Many people have reached out asking if there will be more and yes there will be! Currently, I have ordered more hats and they are on the way, but I don't want the same issue of running out to happen again. So, I urge you to pre-order your hat. Some people already have and that is the best way to go right now. The process is the same as ordering a hat. Only difference is the hat will arrive in 2-3 weeks compared to the 1-2 week delivery. Click the link and take advantage now: http://www.beyourowndad.com/store.html

Secondly, a new episode of Straight Topics has just been released featuring actress/model/influencer Efrangeliz Medina. Every Monday i'm delivering value to you guys and this week Efrangeliz shares her story of traveling to LA in pursuit of the entertainment industry. Efrangeliz and I have worked on a few sketch comedy sketches together, projects, and she continues to build her audience daily through Instagram. She is well on her way and i'm glad I could help share her inspiring story. Check out the newest episode of Straight Topics below:

New Episode of Straight Topics every Monday at 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time/ 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time

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Why Will Smith is making such an impact on Instagram

Will Smith made his first Instagram post on December 14, 2017 and since then he's gained a following of 7.6 Million people. Can we say its because his loyal fan base from the Fresh Prince of Bel Air is that large? Maybe....Or is it his loyal fan base from films like Men in Black 1-3, Independence Day, Pursuit of Happiness, etc. Maybe...

What I've noticed most about Will Smith since his entertainment career has began is he still has that inner child that we all were told to get rid of! His inner child is what really attracts myself and others to his work. Will isn't afraid of looking silly or showing emotion because he is being his true authentic self. Take for example, his latest post showing love to his son Jaden Smith for reaching over 100,000,000 streams on his latest record "Icon". Check it out below:

What's so dope about this video congratulating his son Jaden is Will is performing a replica version of his video honoring him. There are many different ways to say congratulations to your son. For example, he could have taken him out to eat, bought him a gift, or a simple phone call. But, for Will Smith to replicate his video while showing his thighs, and fumbling his grill, and copying his sons dance moves is hilarious to the upmost respect to his son.

Also, Will Smith continues to use his platform to inspire and motivate others. His past post titled "Who are the people that are fanning your flames" is about keeping the right people around you that inspire and encourage you. Check it below:

Lastly, he's even helped a fan that commented on one of his post build their Instagram page as well. A fan commented that he wanted to change the world under one of Will's post. Will loved the comment so much that he shouted his page out on his page and thus helping the fan gain over 20k followers. The post has been taken down since, but the support that Will shows others his what keeps people watching his page.

To conclude I just want to say Will Smith has taught me to show my inner child, share the knowledge I have with others, and support others in their accomplishments. Hope you guys will do the same.

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I Was Once Over 300 lbs and Now I created my own Fitness Business DOPEFIT-Straight Topics-Episode 1

The day is here!! Today is the premiere day for my new discussion show Straight Topics where I will bring you valuable information from entrepreneurs, entertainers, and more! Season 1 features 9 guests that are all excelling in their career paths. This is a self produced show and I'm happy to announce episode 1 featuring Fitness Expert Brandon "Fro" Mercier.

 

Brandon once weighed over 300lbs and was unmotivated.  Brandon knew he needed to make a change. He now weighs 190lbs and runs his own fitness business helping his clients reach their fitness goals. Learn about his fitness journey and business start up here:

New Episodes of Straight Topics coming Mondays at 5:00 Pacific Time/ 8:00 Eastern Time

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Kevin Hart Gets Rejected and Explains What Happened

Superbowl 52 has came and is now gone. Being a Patriots fan it took me some time to get over this loss. Meaning some champagne and spades with friends for an hour took care of that. But, the internet has been having real fun with the Superbowl creating different types of memes and all sorts of videos.

The funniest video I think has been from the Philly native Kevin Hart trying to get onto the trophy presentation stage after the game. He makes it down on to the field and gets rejected by the security guard in front of the stage. LOL Check the video below:

Kevin Hart responded late last night on his Instagram responding to everyone clowning him lol Safe to say he was still feeling tipsy. Check it here:

  
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Superbowl 52 Predictions

Well, well, well.....we are finally here, and look around everyone, the most HATED is still standing with their heads high and mighty ready to eat !! It looks like chicken is on the menu once again, and there seems to be some left overs from 04. The flavor is looking BBQ this time around, because these lil birds should get baked and battered with a wholeeee lotttaaa sauce from Tom Brady Sunday night.

Brady and the New England Patriots go on to take the Philadelphia Eagles for all the marbles in Super Bowl LII up in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Brady goes for his 6th, and i repeat his SIXTH ring on Sunday @ 6:30 pm. I don’t think people understand how difficult that is to do in football, compared to basketball. I'm not saying he’s a better athlete than Jordan, but he might just be a better winner, due to the fact if he wins or when he wins on Sunday, he’ll have went back to back twice in his career and that is EXTREMELY difficult in the sport of football, due to its physical nature week to week.

I cant respect his accomplishments enough, but then you got other people who just love to hate and enjoy hearing themselves say dumb shit out loud. Like for instance.....Brady vs. Montana.....on everything if you clowns question that after this Superbowl win....don’t ever speak about the NFL or have an opinion about it near me. I'm just going to think you’re one of these lames looking for attention because hating is the easiest way to receive attention now a-days. Its pretty hilarious how hype people get on the Tom Brady subject but the proof is in the pudding foolish people. Sooooo foolish ahahahahaha. Bradys competitive spirit and determination is difficult to match going up against them and, you might think he’s satisfied with his jewelry collection but he’s not. He wants to make a statement that he is the BEST to ever do it and you can see it by the way he carries himself on and off the field.

Tom Brady is not a regular 40 year old so don’t look at him like he is washed up because he’ll bite yahhh head off. But back to the most watched sporting event in the world, the Super Bowl, which has turned into a New England holiday in a way. Tom Brady and this top ranked offense go up against a low key tough defense with a strong defensive line. Questions rise about Brady's right throwing thumb, but i feel he killed that doubt 2 weeks ago against the 2nd ranked defense in the league. On the Eagles defense Fletcher Cox leads the way with Brandon Graham and Timmy Jernigan following by closely to his production. Michal Kendricks is an underrated linebacker in my eyes who has play making ability. Tom Brady should fear the most on this defense is their leader Malcolm Jenkins at safety, who is fearless and picked off Brady and took it back 99 yards to the house, back in 2015 when they met up in Gillette. Gronkowski should give Jenkins some problems after he was cleared to play due to passing his concussion pro-to call. The Patriots tailbacks should eat as usual in the passing game on short flat routes. Running the ball shouldn’t be a problem but weird things do happen in the big game and that's where coaching and adjustments come in.

I like the Patriots matchup there as well, with the GOAT of coaches Bill Belichick, and his top tier coordinators, Matt Patricia, and Josh McDaniels, who are both leaving at seasons end due to head coach openings. Doug Pederson of the Eagles is the future of coaches in my opinion because of his style and how his players respond to him. But, i think the patriots staff is a little too much for his staff to play chess with. On offense Philly is pretty talented but the pressure lies on the shoulders of the inexperienced Nick Foles. Foles who replaced potential MVP at the time Carson Wentz has been playing pretty well to get them to the final stage. He has some talented receivers in Alshon Jeffery, Nelson Agholor, and deep threat Torrey Smith.

Philly’s best shot might be the running game with Jay Ajayi, and a familiar face who i still got love for, Legarrette Blount splitting carries. The Patriots don't really have many standout players on defense, but collectively they get it done with a top 5 defensive ranking. Hightower being unavailble this Superbowl should be tough, but they picked up another playmaker on defense in James Harrison a month ago.

Stephen Gilmore looks to continue his crunch time highlight from the AFC championship against the Jaguars after having a disappointing first season with the defending champs. Devin McCourty and Duron Harmon should hold down the back end of the defense and prevent any deep threats the Eagles have. When its all said and done I see a close game and a battle till the end with the defending champs coming out on top again and Brady and Belichick getting their 6th as a deadly tandem. I’ll see y'all at the parade on Tuesday in Boston!!

Writer: Devi Decourcey

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