More Than That with Gia Peppers Podcast

In the season five finale of More Than That, host Gia Peppers sits down with viral plant-based creator Andrew Bernard to explore how the kitchen becomes a sanctuary for culture, creativity, and connection. Andrew shares his journey from Camden to building a thriving brand rooted in community, storytelling, and accessible, budget-friendly food. 

Season 5 Episode 4 of More Than That with Gia Peppers includes a chat with  chef JJ Johnson about what it looks like to connect to family, finding your rhythm, and trusting that your definition of being a good parent isn't just good enough, it's more than enough.

Together, Gia and Natasha explore what it means to design a comfortable life by leaning into what’s practical for her family. Natasha also shares how cooking has become a form of therapy, helping her find peace and calm throughout the process.

S5 E2: The AI Conversation f. Joy Fennel

This 8-time award-winning series - hosted by journalist Gia Peppers - celebrates cultural influence in America, is an engine for investing back into our communities, and highlights the stories that matter to us all. What started as a radio show has become so much more—5 seasons, 45 episodes, and over 90 guests talking about everything from entrepreneurship to women's sports to art and content creation across 100+ radio stations, TV, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

Learn ways to reclaim your time, reconfigure how you think about luxury, and tap into the harmony between work and play.

S4 E5:  Investing in art, the power of the black creative, and how artists can turn their creativity into capitol.

S4 E4: Carrying on Legacy and the Importance of Supporting Black Farmers in America feat. DeAnthony Jamerson

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Season 4 Episode 1 

In this country, the history of Juneteenth is skewed, one-sided, and incomplete.
 
For this year's Juneteenth special, we're having an intergenerational conversation with Professor Juneteenth Sam Collins to unveil the hidden history of this newly nationally-recognized holiday. 
 
Listen now as we find the missing pieces of the puzzle, illuminate the stories of our unsung heroes, and celebrate our resilience.

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Listen as Gia Peppers talks to TV host and author Mike Hill and therapist and content creator Kier Gains about their journey to vulnerability and how they overcame mental health struggles.

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Our current realities inspire us to dream of a future where Black people are seen, honored, and celebrated in our humanity and for our gifts. In other words, Afrofuturism.

In this episode, award-winning production designer Hannah Beachler & Grammy Award-nominated artist Mumu Fresh share how our imaginations bring us closer to this dream, and how artistry opens doors of possibilities.

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Climate change is no joke, but that doesn't mean there's no hope.
Kimberly Dowdell, Edward Buckles & Chike Ozah share concreate disaster preparedness tips we can use to stay ready,
and share their thoughts on what our institutions should do to protect those without the means to protect themselves.  

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This week on More Than That, listen as Gia Pepper's talks to new-age content creator and virtual reality guru Rhonda X, and radio host and business mogul Angel Yee, who share how to use traditional and future-forward strategies to build sustainable and impactful businesses.

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In this episode of More Than That with Gia Peppers, Jannah Handy & Kiyanna Stewart from BLK MKT VINTAGE, and Brittany Packnett-Cunningham & Reggie Cunningham join us to talk about the different kinds of Black love, its thriving existence, and more.

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In this week's episode of More Than That, listen as Gia Peppers, special guests Erica Campbell and Tina Meeks share how their personal needs shaped their careers, the different roles in parenting dynamics, and how our decisions leave lasting effects on our families.

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HBCUs are a catalyst for our community's progress and drive us toward positive change. 
Tune in as we chat with journalist and TV host Cari Champion and rapper and activist David Banner about the influence of HBCUs, and how they still empower our community.

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Our country has experienced racial reckonings multiple times over — and we're still fighting for change. We've come a long way, but we need more.

In the final episode of our 2-part Juneteenth Special, we talk with Civil Rights Activist Dr. Ben Chavis and Community Organizer Nse Ufot.

Listen for an impactful discussion about protecting the progress we've made, and how Juneteenth could create dynamic change.

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This week, Gia Peppers talks to Political Expert, Mike Muse, Grammy Award-Winning DJ, Gemil "Young Guru" Keaton, and NAACP Image Award Nominee, Lynae Venee, about the history of Juneteenth and how it translates to the reckoning of today.

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