Reinvention and Resilience: ShantaQuilette DeVelle on Living Out Loud After Life Knocks You Down
On this episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, viral content creator and heart health advocate ShantaQuilette DeVelle shares her powerful story of healing, reinvention, and using laughter to inspire women to live authentically and unapologetically. Watch it here!
Reinvention and Resilience: ShantaQuilette DeVelle on Living Out Loud After Life Knocks You Down
By: Omar Cook
On the latest episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, host Synoria Anderson welcomes the incredibly inspiring ShantaQuilette DeVelle—a woman whose journey from pain to purpose is nothing short of powerful. ShantaQuilette opens up about her life-altering health battles, including surviving a mini stroke, a heart attack, and a major stroke that left her incapacitated for two years. But rather than letting those moments define her, she chose to reinvent herself completely. Through faith, resilience, and a willingness to embrace God’s plan, she transformed her struggle into a message of hope and healing. In this heartfelt conversation,
ShantaQuilette shares how her recovery led to unexpected blessings—including becoming a viral content creator during the pandemic through laughter-filled skits with her son. She discusses how creating those videos brought joy into her household during dark times and helped her reconnect with a lifelong dream to entertain and uplift. Her authenticity and transparency have allowed her to build a platform rooted in realness, comedy, and compassion. ShantaQuilette also dives into the mission behind her nonprofit, The Pink Peppermint Project, which provides emotional and beauty-focused support for women battling metastatic breast cancer.
She speaks on the importance of prevention over treatment, especially for women of color, and emphasizes how physical, emotional, and spiritual health all intertwine. Through her advocacy, public speaking, and everyday content, she is spreading the message that you can be joyful and healing at the same time.
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From Books to Film: Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson Talks Faith, Purpose & Legacy
On this episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, multi best-selling author and award-winning filmmaker Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson shares her journey of reinvention, building a purpose-driven legacy, and empowering women to live boldly at any age. Watch it here!
From Books to Film: Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson Talks Faith, Purpose & Legacy
By: Omar Cook
On the latest episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, host Synoria Anderson welcomes powerhouse entrepreneur, best-selling author, and award-winning filmmaker Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson for an enlightening and deeply motivational conversation on purpose, legacy, and leadership.
In this powerful episode, Dr. Williamson reflects on launching her multifaceted career later in life and how her decision to live with intention transformed her journey. From navigating her husband’s cancer diagnosis and her own health struggles, to launching an empire rooted in faith and authenticity, she shares how adversity became fuel for her divine assignment.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Williamson outlines the practical and spiritual steps that helped her write 19 books, found Cheryl Magazine, and create the Women of Influence Awards. She speaks on her transition from publishing to producing films with no prior experience, driven by her belief in building meaningful relationships and following the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
The conversation explores critical insights for business owners and dreamers alike—from why preparation beats perfection, to the importance of showing up, maintaining a teachable spirit, and refusing to let others’ limitations define your destiny.
Dr. Williamson also gives an exciting preview of Season 2 of her podcast Ageless, Fearless & Unscripted, featuring a diverse lineup of guests, including her husband who shares his journey through mental and physical health challenges. Her mission remains clear: to amplify voices, provide opportunities, and remind women—especially those over 45—that their dreams still matter.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to unlock their next chapter and build a life full of purpose, clarity, and impact.
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Actress Erica Hubbard Talks High Vibrational Living, and Growing Her Career in Film and Theater
On this episode of 'Synoria’s Best Kept Secret,' NAACP Image Award-nominated actress Erica Hubbard opens up about practicing high vibrational living, her current role on Family Business: New Orleans, and the importance of having the right team. Watch it here!
Actress Erica Hubbard Talks High Vibrational Living, and Growing Her Career in Film and Theater
By: Omar Cook
On a new episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, hosted by rising media correspondent Synoria Anderson, actress Erica Hubbard offers an inspiring look into her journey in the entertainment industry, her creative passions, and her unwavering commitment to uplifting storytelling.
A NAACP Image Award-nominated actress, Hubbard brings over three decades of experience to the conversation, beginning her career at the age of nine starring in national commercials for brands such as McDonald's, MCI, Reebok, and Sears. After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Journalism from Columbia College, Erica quickly transitioned from hosting her own Emmy Award-winning television show Up'N Running to starring in major film and television projects, including Save the Last Dance, A Cinderella Story, Light It Up, The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Lincoln Heights, Let's Stay Together, and Akeelah and the Bee. Her work also includes voice acting on Disney’s animated series The Replacements.
In her conversation with Synoria Anderson, Hubbard dives deep into the importance of having the right people around you to elevate your success, practicing daily gratitude, and maintaining a strong aura and high vibration to attract blessings. She shares how her journalism and theater training played a major role in helping her build a powerful connection with audiences—skills that continue to shape her approach to acting today.
Looking ahead, Erica reveals plans to return to her theater roots with a one-woman show, portraying a range of characters inspired by her own film and TV career. She emphasizes the beauty of vulnerability in art, showing a spectrum of emotions that resonate deeply with audiences. Hubbard also discusses her current role on Family Business: New Orleans, expressing pride in paying homage to her family’s New Orleans roots and working alongside talents like Pooch Hall.
Throughout the interview, Hubbard reflects on her joy in working with veteran thespians, valuing the opportunity to learn from their perseverance and honor their longevity in the industry. Beyond her acting career, she remains passionate about inspiring youth through her nonprofit, the Erica Hubbard Foundation, and has expanded her creative pursuits as a producer and author, with credits including The Last Fall, Black Coffee, and the children's book series You, She, Her, Him, and I.
Tune into this uplifting episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret to hear Erica Hubbard's full story of perseverance, purpose, and passion.
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Actor Dennis L.A. White Talks Career, Comedy, and the Power of Saying No
On this episode of 'Synoria's Best Kept Secret', actor Dennis L.A. White, known for his roles in Notorious and The Family Business, shares his insights on navigating the entertainment industry, the importance of hard work, saying no, and his love for comedy.
Actor Dennis L.A. White Talks Career, Comedy, and the Power of Saying No
Join us on "Synoria's Best Kept Secret" as we dive into the world of Dennis L.A. White, a versatile actor and director, is also a writer and acting coach. He is best known for playing D-ROC in The Notorious, as well as Kennedy in The Family Business. Dennis L.A. White has a career that spans film, television and stage. He continues to impress with new projects such as Kool X Windy while dedicating his time to his acting workshops. Dennis shares his experiences in the entertainment business. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, the ability to say no, and the value of comedy to keep grounded and inspired. Dennis' unique insights are valuable for actors who want to carve out their own path.
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