Discover the hilarious journey of Onika McLean, a talented stand-up comedian who's making waves in the comedy world! From her early days to her breakout roles in TV shows like Law and Order, Onika's unique brand of humor has captured the hearts of audiences everywhere. With her sharp wit and infectious energy, she's become a staple at top comedy clubs and a fan favorite on popular podcasts like Gurl Talk. Join us as we explore the incredible comedy rise of Onika McLean, featuring exclusive comedy videos and clips from her sold-out comedy specials. Get ready to laugh out loud with one of the funniest women in comedy!

Get ready to meet the hilarious Erin Jackson, a comedy powerhouse and one of the creative minds behind the hit Netflix TV show The Upshaws. As a talented comedian, writer, and standup sensation, Erin has made a name for herself in the entertainment industry alongside legends like Wanda Sykes and Kim Fields. With her unique voice and perspective, she brings a fresh take to comedy writing and stand up comedy. Join us as we delve into Erin's world, exploring her journey as a comedian, writer, and creative force behind The Upshaws, and discover what makes her one of the most exciting new voices in comedy today.

0:00 Intro

1:11 Erin Jackson Intro

3:15 How Erin Got Started in Comedy

4:50 Comedy Influences

7:38 Comedy Mt. Rushmore

9:15 Soul of a Nation w/ Michelle Buteau

10:50 Doing Clean Comedy

12:45 First Time on Stage

13:35 Obstacles faced as a black female comic

15:16 Being on the Ellen DeGeneres Show

15:47 Being Netflix w/ Tiffany Haddish during Covid

18:50 Comedy Goals

19:32 Writing for The Upshaws and Wanda Sykes

22:42 Advice for Aspiring sitcom writers

27:47 Viral joke “The Grudgery”

30:14 Comedy Male Groupies

31:21 Dream Person to work with

32:00 Working with Issa Rae

33:51 Diva Dozens

Join the GurlTalk Podcast as we sit down with actress Brély Evans, best known for her roles in Being Mary Jane and her iconic Twix commercial, to discuss her journey to greatness. From her early days to her current successes, Brély shares her insights on finding purpose and harnessing power to achieve her goals. As an actress who has worked with the likes of Oprah Winfrey on the OWN network, Brély's stories are both inspiring and informative. She also opens up about the lessons she learned from the late Whitney Houston, and how they've impacted her career and personal life. Tune in for an empowering conversation that will leave you feeling motivated to take control of your own path to greatness.

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In this episode of the Comedy Divas GurlTalk Podcast, we sit down with Princess Monique Filmz—a powerhouse director, writer, producer, author, and mentor who’s using purpose-driven storytelling to change the game. From her roots in Cleveland to directing primetime TV and founding both Princess Filmz Productions and Real Black Unicorns, Princess Monique is on a mission to awaken voices, amplify dreams, and build a legacy of diverse, impactful stories. We talk about her journey from modeling to filmmaking, the inspiration behind her book Hood to Hollywood, and how she’s mentoring the next wave of women and creatives of color to own their stories and take up space.

Join us for an exclusive interview with Niya Palmer, the talented writer and executive producer behind Tyler Perry Studios' first sitcom for Netflix "She the People", starring the amazing Terri Vaughn. In this episode, Niya shares her creative vision, the inspiration behind the show, and what it's like working with the legendary Tyler Perry, Jo Marie Payton and rising Comedy Diva Jade Nova. Get an inside look at what makes "She the People" a must-watch sitcom, and learn more about Niya Palmer's journey as a rising star in the entertainment industry. Insiders say this show is going to be a game-changer! "She the People", premiering May 22, 2025 only on Netflix.

🎭 Get the inside story on:

The making of the politically sharp, family-funny sitcom set in Mississippi

Terri J. Vaughn’s new leading role as Antoinette Dunkerson

How Tyler Perry Studios is backing a show that's breaking new ground

Niya Palmer's writing journey from The Game to Run the World

Hit play if you love smart comedy with bold Black women at the helm! 🔥

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0:00 Intro

1:24 Niya's journey to being a Comedy writer

2:44 Getting first job as sitcom writer

5:13 Working at William Morris talent agency

8:05 Writing for sitcoms The Game and Run the World

8:47 Challenges she faced as a black female writer

10:00 Decision to become a comedy writer

11:22 Developing She the People with Terri J. Vaughn

13:37 Partnering w/ former ATL Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms

14:10 Shopping the pilot and Tyler Perry giving the greenlight

16:00 Writing process for Netflix episodes

17:48 Working with Jo Marie Payton and Tina Gordon

20:01 Vibe on Set and comedian Jade Novah

21:25 Filming during Kamala Harris presidential run

22:43 Seeing the vision of She the People come to life

25:28 Working on the Tyler Perry Studios lot

27:00 Episode air dates on Netflix and show overview

28:22 Future projects

31:22 She the People Trailer

Eva Evans is taking the comedy world by storm and solidifying her spot as the new baddie of comedy, reminiscent of legendary comedians like Sommore. With her unapologetic humor and unbridled energy, she's making waves in the entertainment industry, and we can't help but wonder if she'll be the next big thing on Netflix. Join us as we dive into the world of Eva Evans and explore what makes her the newest and most exciting voice in comedy. From her humble beginnings to her rise to fame, we're uncovering it all. So sit back, relax, and get ready to laugh out loud with the new queen of comedy.

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0:00 Introduction

2:07 - Upbringing Jamaica, NJ & Brooklyn

3:14 - How heartbreak lead to comedy

5:23 - Challenges - Overcoming Harassment

7:50 - Social Media

10:43 - Raw style of comedy / writing own jokes

13:02 - Inspired by Baddie Sommore

14:45 - Viral Joke with Don't Tell

17:20 - Sliding in her DMs

19:00 Reality Show Nightmare

22:00 - Plans to win Academy Awards / Dream roles

24:13 - Love Life

26:10 - Dream comedy collabs - From DL Hugley to Bill Burr

29:36 - Shannon Sharpe

31:20 Crushing on 50 Cent and Nas

32:58 Surviving the pandemic

35:05 Big bros in comedy

36:09 50/50 first date

38:08 Confronting a joke stealer

40:22 Fans recording her sets

41:03 Diva Dozens

44:41 Netflix taping