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Friends Like Us

A Podcast featuring women of color with different views on hot topics. 

Aug 30, 2023

Kiana Webb and Hoodo Hersi visit friends and discuss owning our story, doing things in unity to advance all apects of life, how our value is not determined by historical past, and more with host Marina Franklin. 

Kiana Webb, one of the most successful women in business and community-focused philanthropy in the US, had a...


Aug 23, 2023

This week Zainab Johnson and Abbi Crutchfield join Friends Like Us and discuss the hardship brought on by the WGA/SAG strike, Billy Porter selling his house, and how the Alabama riverboat brawl sparked a cultural moment with host Marina Franklin. 

Zainab Johnson, a stand-up comedian, actress, and writer is quickly being...


Aug 16, 2023

Rob Eschmann and DC Benney discuss how Rob's new book, "When The Hoods Come Off" , chaotic giveaway in Union Square, DC Benny's new comedy hour on YouTube, and how the use of social media challenges racism and racist narratives with host Marina Franklin.

Rob Eschmann Dr. Eschmann is a writer, educator, filmmaker, and...


Aug 9, 2023

Hollie Harper and Tracee Loran discuss Sag's Indie film waiver, black history on social media, Sinead O'Connor and more with host Marina Franklin. 

Hollie Harper is a comedy nerd from South Jersey. She is currently the creator and co-exec producer of Hella Late! with Hollie Harper on BRIC TV and a co-host of...


Aug 2, 2023

Chuck Nice and Nonye Brown-West join friends and discuss the surge in labor strikes, the generational divide, San Francisco's downtown is a wake up call and more with host Marina Franklin.

Chuck Nice is a respected veteran of stand-up comedy with a rich history in entertainment. For years, Chuck has been busy making a...