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Produced by award-winning filmmaker and media...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT is a dynamic interview podcast hosted by New York Times bestselling author, journalist, poet, screenwriter, entrepreneur, educator, activist, and NAACP Image Award winner Omar Tyree.</b><br /><br />Produced by award-winning filmmaker and media strategist Valerie Denise Jones, the series celebrates the journeys of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, activists, educators, entrepreneurs, and media professionals who have built lasting legacies through dedication, vision, and perseverance ... <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ValerieDeniseJones.com</a><br /><br />Each episode goes beyond success stories to uncover the roots of achievement, offering listeners inspiring conversations about career development, cultural impact, leadership, and the lessons learned along the way.<br /><br />Through candid interviews and thoughtful storytelling, The RETRO Movement preserves the wisdom, experiences, and history that continue to shape communities across America and around the world.As Omar Tyree often says, "Every one of us has roots. None of us started from thin air.<br />We all built our careers from the ground up. And our younger generations need to know". <br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones <br /><br /><b>Follow Omar Tyree</b><br />Instagram: @Only1OmarTyree<br />TikTok: @OmarTyree<br />X: @OmarTyree<br />Facebook: Omar Tyree<br />LinkedIn: Omar TyreeWebsite: <a href="https://HotLavaEntertainment.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HotLavaEntertainment.com</a><br /><br /><br />Listen to The RETRO Movement Podcast wherever podcasts are available.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Music"><itunes:category text="Music History"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Music"><itunes:category text="Music Interviews"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="News"><itunes:category text="Entertainment News"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 10  | Special Guest: Sean Ingram</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-10-special-guest-sean-ingram--73848083</link><description><![CDATA[Welcome to The RETRO Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, comedians, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The RETRO Movement is a weekly interview series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories preserve history while inspiring the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree:  @Only1OmarTyree<br />hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones:  @valeriedenisejones<br />valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are available.The RETRO Movement<br />REspect The ROots. Preserve the Legacy. 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Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to The RETRO Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, comedians, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The RETRO Movement is a weekly interview series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories preserve history while inspiring the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree:  @Only1OmarTyree<br />hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones:  @valeriedenisejones<br />valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are available.The RETRO Movement<br />REspect The ROots. Preserve the Legacy. Inspire the Future.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4019</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a4e8f1acdb3bac498d7b1c2d2bc4bdce.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 9  | Special Guest: B PHLAT</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-9-special-guest-b-phlat--73452672</link><description><![CDATA[Welcome to The RETRO Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, comedians, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>Episode 9: Comedian BPhlatIn this episode, Omar Tyree sits down with comedian BPhlat (Beverly Nelson),</b> one of Philadelphia's most respected and accomplished comedians whose career has spanned television, live performance, writing, and corporate entertainment.A graduate of Fontbonne College with a degree in Fine Arts, BPhlat later attended graduate school in Philadelphia while working as a Marketing Director for one of the city's largest law firms before pursuing comedy full-time. She has since built an impressive career by blending intelligence, authenticity, and empowering humor that resonates with audiences nationwide.Unlike many comedians, BPhlat has built her brand without relying on profanity or shock value. Instead, her performances encourage audiences, particularly women, to embrace confidence, self-worth, and personal growth while finding laughter in everyday life. Her signature message reminds audiences that true success begins with investing in yourself.During the conversation, BPhlat reflects on her remarkable journey through the entertainment industry, sharing stories from performing on Showtime at the Apollo, appearing on four seasons of BET's ComicView, writing for ESPN Magazine, and hosting celebrity events including Russell Simmons' Phat Farm Fashion Show, Def Comedy Jam in Negril, Jamaica, and the FUBU International Okwaku Festival in Amsterdam.<br /><br />She also discusses the importance of perseverance, reinvention, and using comedy as a platform to uplift communities and inspire future generations of entertainers.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The RETRO Movement is a weekly interview series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories preserve history while inspiring the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree:  @Only1OmarTyree<br />hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones:  @valeriedenisejones<br />valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are available.The RETRO Movement<br />REspect The ROots. Preserve the Legacy. Inspire the Future.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73452672</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:23:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73452672/revised_aud_aug_4_bphlat.mp3" length="161660057" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/619c577a-f43d-4af0-985e-ffd13a7759c6/619c577a-f43d-4af0-985e-ffd13a7759c6.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/619c577a-f43d-4af0-985e-ffd13a7759c6/619c577a-f43d-4af0-985e-ffd13a7759c6.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/619c577a-f43d-4af0-985e-ffd13a7759c6/619c577a-f43d-4af0-985e-ffd13a7759c6.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Welcome to The RETRO Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to The RETRO Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, comedians, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>Episode 9: Comedian BPhlatIn this episode, Omar Tyree sits down with comedian BPhlat (Beverly Nelson),</b> one of Philadelphia's most respected and accomplished comedians whose career has spanned television, live performance, writing, and corporate entertainment.A graduate of Fontbonne College with a degree in Fine Arts, BPhlat later attended graduate school in Philadelphia while working as a Marketing Director for one of the city's largest law firms before pursuing comedy full-time. She has since built an impressive career by blending intelligence, authenticity, and empowering humor that resonates with audiences nationwide.Unlike many comedians, BPhlat has built her brand without relying on profanity or shock value. Instead, her performances encourage audiences, particularly women, to embrace confidence, self-worth, and personal growth while finding laughter in everyday life. Her signature message reminds audiences that true success begins with investing in yourself.During the conversation, BPhlat reflects on her remarkable journey through the entertainment industry, sharing stories from performing on Showtime at the Apollo, appearing on four seasons of BET's ComicView, writing for ESPN Magazine, and hosting celebrity events including Russell Simmons' Phat Farm Fashion Show, Def Comedy Jam in Negril, Jamaica, and the FUBU International Okwaku Festival in Amsterdam.<br /><br />She also discusses the importance of perseverance, reinvention, and using comedy as a platform to uplift communities and inspire future generations of entertainers.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The RETRO Movement is a weekly interview series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories preserve history while inspiring the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree:  @Only1OmarTyree<br />hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones:  @valeriedenisejones<br />valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are available.The RETRO Movement<br />REspect The ROots. Preserve the Legacy. Inspire the Future.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4041</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>bphlat,omartyree,valeriedenisejones</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/86908b3554d66c56b5502ed588276ea2.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 8  | Special Guest: Zane</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-8-special-guest-zane--73190265</link><description><![CDATA[Zane is the NY Times Bestselling author of more than three dozen titles. She is the former publisher of Strebor Books, a division of Simon and Schuster. She is also an award winning director, screenwriter and producer. The recipient of dozens of awards, she now resides in Atlanta, GA and teaches film and theater at Camp Jewell House in Atlanta, GA.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73190265</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:23:36 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73190265/zane_omar_skr.mp3" length="62982401" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/83bbd370-9fea-4587-8fbb-3447870f9dee/83bbd370-9fea-4587-8fbb-3447870f9dee.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/83bbd370-9fea-4587-8fbb-3447870f9dee/83bbd370-9fea-4587-8fbb-3447870f9dee.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/83bbd370-9fea-4587-8fbb-3447870f9dee/83bbd370-9fea-4587-8fbb-3447870f9dee.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Zane is the NY Times Bestselling author of more than three dozen titles. She is the former publisher of Strebor Books, a division of Simon and Schuster. She is also an award winning director, screenwriter and producer. The recipient of dozens of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Zane is the NY Times Bestselling author of more than three dozen titles. She is the former publisher of Strebor Books, a division of Simon and Schuster. She is also an award winning director, screenwriter and producer. 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Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 7, Omar sits down with Nakia Dillard</b>, an accomplished actor, filmmaker, producer, and educator whose career spans television, film, and theater. With appearances in acclaimed productions including The Wire, Black Lightning, The Wonder Years, Law &amp; Order, FBI: Most Wanted, Law Abiding Citizen, The Lovely Bones, Night Catches Us, and McCanick, Dillard has established himself as a respected and versatile force in the entertainment industry.The conversation goes beyond the screen as Nakia shares his journey of building a lasting career in the arts while creating opportunities for others. As the founder of Aikan Acts Films and the Aikan Acting Academy, he discusses his passion for developing film and television projects, mentoring the next generation of performers, and using storytelling as a powerful tool for community engagement, youth development, and positive change. His commitment to empowering artists of all ages reflects a career built on purpose, leadership, and service.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations.Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Learn More About Nakia Dillard: <a href="https://aikanacts.info/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://aikanacts.info</a><br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73018470</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:36:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73018470/spreaker_omar_dillard_full.mp3" length="89357391" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ede78efd-dae9-446e-9168-79863fb408bb/ede78efd-dae9-446e-9168-79863fb408bb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ede78efd-dae9-446e-9168-79863fb408bb/ede78efd-dae9-446e-9168-79863fb408bb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ede78efd-dae9-446e-9168-79863fb408bb/ede78efd-dae9-446e-9168-79863fb408bb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 7, Omar sits down with Nakia Dillard</b>, an accomplished actor, filmmaker, producer, and educator whose career spans television, film, and theater. With appearances in acclaimed productions including The Wire, Black Lightning, The Wonder Years, Law &amp; Order, FBI: Most Wanted, Law Abiding Citizen, The Lovely Bones, Night Catches Us, and McCanick, Dillard has established himself as a respected and versatile force in the entertainment industry.The conversation goes beyond the screen as Nakia shares his journey of building a lasting career in the arts while creating opportunities for others. As the founder of Aikan Acts Films and the Aikan Acting Academy, he discusses his passion for developing film and television projects, mentoring the next generation of performers, and using storytelling as a powerful tool for community engagement, youth development, and positive change. His commitment to empowering artists of all ages reflects a career built on purpose, leadership, and service.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations.Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Learn More About Nakia Dillard: <a href="https://aikanacts.info/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://aikanacts.info</a><br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5585</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e01ee54bb9661c9087bca7492520cc17.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 6  | #21questions</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-6-21questions--72906799</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72906799</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 04:22:57 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72906799/9254bca0_12ca_4d4f_9728_270386f7d085.mp3" length="63628592" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7da85e00-f36c-4fc2-a65c-8486717fdc38/7da85e00-f36c-4fc2-a65c-8486717fdc38.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7da85e00-f36c-4fc2-a65c-8486717fdc38/7da85e00-f36c-4fc2-a65c-8486717fdc38.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7da85e00-f36c-4fc2-a65c-8486717fdc38/7da85e00-f36c-4fc2-a65c-8486717fdc38.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:duration>3975</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b939dbb7dd4f65bb19d0c67b50b24334.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 5 | Special Guest: Kevin "KAYR" Robinson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-5-special-guest-kevin-kayr-robinson--72838999</link><description><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 5 (with Music) | Featuring Kevin "KAYR" Robinson</b><br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 5, Omar sits down with Kevin "KAYR" Robinson</b>—author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and advocate for personal transformation. Drawing from his powerful book, Can't Break Me: How I Shifted My Mindset and Overcame the Odds, Kevin shares an inspiring conversation about resilience, discipline, faith, and the mindset required to overcome life's greatest challenges. From adversity to achievement, he opens up about the experiences that shaped his journey and the principles that continue to inspire others to rise above their circumstances and pursue purpose with unwavering determination.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations.<br /><br />Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72838999</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:30:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72838999/kayr_for_spreaker.mp3" length="65932033" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d0ecfe56-a53f-43ec-ba14-3160e4031527/d0ecfe56-a53f-43ec-ba14-3160e4031527.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d0ecfe56-a53f-43ec-ba14-3160e4031527/d0ecfe56-a53f-43ec-ba14-3160e4031527.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d0ecfe56-a53f-43ec-ba14-3160e4031527/d0ecfe56-a53f-43ec-ba14-3160e4031527.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 5 (with Music) | Featuring Kevin "KAYR" Robinson

Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 5 (with Music) | Featuring Kevin "KAYR" Robinson</b><br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 5, Omar sits down with Kevin "KAYR" Robinson</b>—author, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and advocate for personal transformation. Drawing from his powerful book, Can't Break Me: How I Shifted My Mindset and Overcame the Odds, Kevin shares an inspiring conversation about resilience, discipline, faith, and the mindset required to overcome life's greatest challenges. From adversity to achievement, he opens up about the experiences that shaped his journey and the principles that continue to inspire others to rise above their circumstances and pursue purpose with unwavering determination.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations.<br /><br />Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4121</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>kayr,kevinrobinson,omartyree,theretromovement,valeriedenisejones</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a94f835ec397b742fe4fbe1e02ef77c4.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 4 | Special Guest: Paulette Henson</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-4-special-guest-paulette-henson--72692848</link><description><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree </b>| Episode 4 (with Music) | Featuring Paulette Henson<br /><br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br />In Episode 4, Omar sits down with <b>Paulette Henson</b>, Founder, CEO, and Editor-in-Chief of BWA Magazine, an internationally recognized publication dedicated to amplifying the voices of authors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. A licensed cosmetologist for more than 40 years, accomplished entrepreneur, business coach, author, and speaker, Paulette has devoted her career to empowering others through education, literacy, and professional development. Currently pursuing her Doctor of Education (EdD) after earning her MBA, she shares her remarkable journey of building a global media platform that inspires storytellers, promotes business leaders, and creates lasting legacies across the world.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations. Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a><br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72692848</guid><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:16:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72692848/paulette_online_audio_converter_com.mp3" length="75387524" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d397ec4b-142e-4013-a035-c67f4b7bd18a/d397ec4b-142e-4013-a035-c67f4b7bd18a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d397ec4b-142e-4013-a035-c67f4b7bd18a/d397ec4b-142e-4013-a035-c67f4b7bd18a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d397ec4b-142e-4013-a035-c67f4b7bd18a/d397ec4b-142e-4013-a035-c67f4b7bd18a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 4 (with Music) | Featuring Paulette Henson


Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree </b>| Episode 4 (with Music) | Featuring Paulette Henson<br /><br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br />In Episode 4, Omar sits down with <b>Paulette Henson</b>, Founder, CEO, and Editor-in-Chief of BWA Magazine, an internationally recognized publication dedicated to amplifying the voices of authors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. A licensed cosmetologist for more than 40 years, accomplished entrepreneur, business coach, author, and speaker, Paulette has devoted her career to empowering others through education, literacy, and professional development. Currently pursuing her Doctor of Education (EdD) after earning her MBA, she shares her remarkable journey of building a global media platform that inspires storytellers, promotes business leaders, and creates lasting legacies across the world.<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations. Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a><br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4712</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>omartyree,omartyreetheretromovement,theretromovement</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/85f2896f30a682c6b1ad5b5350fa7f8f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 3 | Special Guest: Damond "Skeet Da' Barber" Young</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-3-special-guest-damond-skeet-da-barber-young--72577082</link><description><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree </b>| Episode 3 (with Music) | Featuring Damond "Skeet Da' Barber" Young<br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 3, Omar sits down with Philadelphia's own Damond "Skeet Da' Barber" Young</b>, a respected entrepreneur, community figure, and master barber whose work has impacted countless lives both inside and outside the barbershop. From business and mentorship to culture and personal growth, this conversation offers insight into the experiences that helped shape his journey and influence.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, </b>The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations. Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a><br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72577082</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:33:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72577082/the_barbe_audio_only_online_audio_converter_com.mp3" length="74883465" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2b0c8619-8a2a-4e4a-b4bc-b2babac98614/2b0c8619-8a2a-4e4a-b4bc-b2babac98614.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2b0c8619-8a2a-4e4a-b4bc-b2babac98614/2b0c8619-8a2a-4e4a-b4bc-b2babac98614.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2b0c8619-8a2a-4e4a-b4bc-b2babac98614/2b0c8619-8a2a-4e4a-b4bc-b2babac98614.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 3 (with Music) | Featuring Damond "Skeet Da' Barber" Young

Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree </b>| Episode 3 (with Music) | Featuring Damond "Skeet Da' Barber" Young<br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 3, Omar sits down with Philadelphia's own Damond "Skeet Da' Barber" Young</b>, a respected entrepreneur, community figure, and master barber whose work has impacted countless lives both inside and outside the barbershop. From business and mentorship to culture and personal growth, this conversation offers insight into the experiences that helped shape his journey and influence.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, </b>The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations. Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a><br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4681</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>omartyree,theretromovement,valeriedenisejones</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c53bca0244fdc259d09404513149ac8f.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 2 | Special Guest: DJ Darryl Krush</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-2-special-guest-dj-darryl-krush--72492273</link><description><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree</b> | Episode 2 | <b>Featuring DJ Darryl Krush</b><br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 2,</b> Omar sits down with DJ Darryl Krush for an engaging conversation about music, culture, creativity, and the experiences that helped define his career. From industry insights to personal reflections, listeners will gain a behind-the-scenes look at the people and moments that continue to move the culture forward.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, </b>The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations. Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a><br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72492273</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 04:04:39 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72492273/spkr_dj_darryl_krush_omar_audio.mp3" length="63845163" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cffcad6b-2183-40c2-993f-c02a559b651b/cffcad6b-2183-40c2-993f-c02a559b651b.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cffcad6b-2183-40c2-993f-c02a559b651b/cffcad6b-2183-40c2-993f-c02a559b651b.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cffcad6b-2183-40c2-993f-c02a559b651b/cffcad6b-2183-40c2-993f-c02a559b651b.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 2 | Featuring DJ Darryl Krush

Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree</b> | Episode 2 | <b>Featuring DJ Darryl Krush</b><br /><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show explores the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals who continue to shape culture around the world.<br /><br /><b>In Episode 2,</b> Omar sits down with DJ Darryl Krush for an engaging conversation about music, culture, creativity, and the experiences that helped define his career. From industry insights to personal reflections, listeners will gain a behind-the-scenes look at the people and moments that continue to move the culture forward.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, </b>The Retro Movement is a weekly series featuring celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories inspire generations. Every episode preserves history while creating new conversations for the future.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a><br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts and music are heard.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3991</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>djdarrylkrush,omartyree,theretromovement,valeriedenisejones</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0abcba6be139c185a6137ffe8b8abc7a.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 1 (Bonus Audio) | Special Guest: Tawatha Agee</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-1-bonus-audio-special-guest-tawatha-agee--72486183</link><description><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree</b> - Episode 1 (with Music) -  Special Guest: Tawatha Agee<br /><br /><b>Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree.</b> Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show highlights the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals.<br /><br />In Episode 1, Omar sits down with legendary vocalist and songwriter Tawatha Agee for a candid conversation about her career, creative journey, and lasting impact on music and culture.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement</b> is a weekly series featuring engaging conversations with celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories continue to inspire generations.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are heard.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72486183</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:19:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72486183/retro_omar_tawatha_yes_song_online_audio_converter_com.mp3" length="57777649" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b5fde57-e153-4c1e-8697-04639b724674/8b5fde57-e153-4c1e-8697-04639b724674.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b5fde57-e153-4c1e-8697-04639b724674/8b5fde57-e153-4c1e-8697-04639b724674.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b5fde57-e153-4c1e-8697-04639b724674/8b5fde57-e153-4c1e-8697-04639b724674.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree - Episode 1 (with Music) -  Special Guest: Tawatha Agee

Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Dedicated to...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree</b> - Episode 1 (with Music) -  Special Guest: Tawatha Agee<br /><br /><b>Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree.</b> Dedicated to "REspecting The ROots," the show highlights the stories, journeys, and legacies of influential writers, musicians, filmmakers, entrepreneurs, educators, activists, and media professionals.<br /><br />In Episode 1, Omar sits down with legendary vocalist and songwriter Tawatha Agee for a candid conversation about her career, creative journey, and lasting impact on music and culture.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movement</b> is a weekly series featuring engaging conversations with celebrities, industry leaders, and changemakers whose stories continue to inspire generations.<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree | hotlavaentertainment.com<br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones | valeriedenisejones.com<br /><br />Join us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are heard.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3612</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>omartyree,theretromovement,valeriedenisejones</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6e3bd76d400b9c08ec0ead245dbc8b99.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 1 | Special Guest: Tawatha Agee</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-retro-movement-with-omar-tyree-episode-1-special-guest-tawatha-agee--72485587</link><description><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree</b> | Episode 1 |<b> Special Guest: Tawatha Agee</b><br /><b></b><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by<b> NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree.</b> Built on the principle of "REspecting The ROots," the show celebrates the journeys of writers, musicians, filmmakers, activists, educators, entrepreneurs, and media professionals whose work has left a lasting impact on culture and community.<br /><br />In Episode 1, Omar welcomes legendary vocalist and songwriter <b>Tawatha Agee</b> for an intimate conversation about her remarkable career, creative evolution, and the experiences that shaped her success. Known for her powerful voice and enduring influence in music, Tawatha shares personal stories, career insights, and wisdom for the next generation of artists and creators.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movemen</b>t is a weekly Zoom-based series featuring candid conversations with celebrities, industry leaders, authors, entertainers, and changemakers from around the world.<br /><br />More than an interview show, it is a platform dedicated to preserving history, celebrating achievement, and inspiring future generations through authentic storytelling.As Omar Tyree says, "Every one of us has roots. None of us started from thin air. We all built our careers from the ground up. And our younger generations need to know."<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree (<a href="http://www.hotlavaentertainment.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HotLavaEntertainment.com</a>)<br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones (<a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a>)<br /><br />Learn more at: valeriedenisejones.comJoin us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are heard, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and more.<br /><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72485587</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:47:29 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72485587/retro_omar_tawatha_no_song_online_audio_converter_com.mp3" length="54251328" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/78263ce6-dffb-4a00-8ed5-62e998c58ac3/78263ce6-dffb-4a00-8ed5-62e998c58ac3.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/78263ce6-dffb-4a00-8ed5-62e998c58ac3/78263ce6-dffb-4a00-8ed5-62e998c58ac3.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/78263ce6-dffb-4a00-8ed5-62e998c58ac3/78263ce6-dffb-4a00-8ed5-62e998c58ac3.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree | Episode 1 | Special Guest: Tawatha Agee

Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree. Built on the principle of...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>THE RETRO MOVEMENT with Omar Tyree</b> | Episode 1 |<b> Special Guest: Tawatha Agee</b><br /><b></b><br />Welcome to The Retro Movement, the new Zoom interview series hosted by<b> NAACP Image Award winner and New York Times bestselling author Omar Tyree.</b> Built on the principle of "REspecting The ROots," the show celebrates the journeys of writers, musicians, filmmakers, activists, educators, entrepreneurs, and media professionals whose work has left a lasting impact on culture and community.<br /><br />In Episode 1, Omar welcomes legendary vocalist and songwriter <b>Tawatha Agee</b> for an intimate conversation about her remarkable career, creative evolution, and the experiences that shaped her success. Known for her powerful voice and enduring influence in music, Tawatha shares personal stories, career insights, and wisdom for the next generation of artists and creators.<br /><br /><b>Produced by Valerie Denise Jones, The Retro Movemen</b>t is a weekly Zoom-based series featuring candid conversations with celebrities, industry leaders, authors, entertainers, and changemakers from around the world.<br /><br />More than an interview show, it is a platform dedicated to preserving history, celebrating achievement, and inspiring future generations through authentic storytelling.As Omar Tyree says, "Every one of us has roots. None of us started from thin air. We all built our careers from the ground up. And our younger generations need to know."<br /><br />Follow Omar Tyree: @Only1OmarTyree (<a href="http://www.hotlavaentertainment.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HotLavaEntertainment.com</a>)<br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones: @valeriedenisejones (<a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a>)<br /><br />Learn more at: valeriedenisejones.comJoin us weekly on Zoom and listen wherever podcasts are heard, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, YouTube, and more.<br /><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3391</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>omartyree,tawathaagee,theretromovement,valeriedenisejones</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/82dbf07a18819763780d3ac2e2809af4.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Welcome to The RETRO Movement</title><link>http://valeriedenisejones.com</link><description><![CDATA[<b>"</b>The RETRO Movement<b>" </b>hosted by <i><b>New York Times</b></i> Bestselling Author, Journalist, Poet, Songwriter, Screenwriter, Activist, Educator, Entrepreneur and born and raised West Philadelphian, <b>Omar Tyree</b>, arrives in year 2026 to<b> "REspect The ROots"</b> of his fellow Writers, Musicians, Filmmakers, Activists, Educators Entrepreneurs and Media Professionals with informative interviews that reveal the history of how these inspiring individuals established themselves in the America community and abroad through their consistent work.<br /><br />From the words of<b> NAACP Image Award </b>winner <b>Omar Tyree,</b> "Every one of us has roots. None of us started from thin air. We all built our careers from the ground up. And our younger generations need to know."<br /><br /><b>Omar Tyree</b> can be reached &amp; <b>Followed </b>on:<br /><br />Instagram: <b>@Only1OmarTyree</b><br />Tik Tok: <b>@OmarTyree</b><br />X (Twitter): <b>@OmarTyree</b><br />Facebook: <b>Omar Tyree</b><br />LinkedIn: <b>Omar Tyree</b><br /><b> </b><br /><br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones - <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72321853</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:32:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72321853/gmt20260521_165152_recording_mp3cut_net.mp3" length="849018" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2669d575-fd3e-4289-a743-d03efe5cce64/2669d575-fd3e-4289-a743-d03efe5cce64.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2669d575-fd3e-4289-a743-d03efe5cce64/2669d575-fd3e-4289-a743-d03efe5cce64.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2669d575-fd3e-4289-a743-d03efe5cce64/2669d575-fd3e-4289-a743-d03efe5cce64.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>RADIO</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"The RETRO Movement" hosted by New York Times Bestselling Author, Journalist, Poet, Songwriter, Screenwriter, Activist, Educator, Entrepreneur and born and raised West Philadelphian, Omar Tyree, arrives in year 2026 to "REspect The ROots" of his...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>"</b>The RETRO Movement<b>" </b>hosted by <i><b>New York Times</b></i> Bestselling Author, Journalist, Poet, Songwriter, Screenwriter, Activist, Educator, Entrepreneur and born and raised West Philadelphian, <b>Omar Tyree</b>, arrives in year 2026 to<b> "REspect The ROots"</b> of his fellow Writers, Musicians, Filmmakers, Activists, Educators Entrepreneurs and Media Professionals with informative interviews that reveal the history of how these inspiring individuals established themselves in the America community and abroad through their consistent work.<br /><br />From the words of<b> NAACP Image Award </b>winner <b>Omar Tyree,</b> "Every one of us has roots. None of us started from thin air. We all built our careers from the ground up. And our younger generations need to know."<br /><br /><b>Omar Tyree</b> can be reached &amp; <b>Followed </b>on:<br /><br />Instagram: <b>@Only1OmarTyree</b><br />Tik Tok: <b>@OmarTyree</b><br />X (Twitter): <b>@OmarTyree</b><br />Facebook: <b>Omar Tyree</b><br />LinkedIn: <b>Omar Tyree</b><br /><b> </b><br /><br /><br />Produced by Valerie Denise Jones - <a href="https://valeriedenisejones.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">valeriedenisejones.com</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>53</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>omartyree,omartyreeandvaleriedenisejones,theretromovement,valeriedenisejones</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1be953521634a596dc27baa8415ae4c2.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
