Jelisa Cook

On Season 3’s Episode 4 of The Appeal Unfiltered, co-hosts Neima Abdulahi and Brii Renee chat with the music industries, King Gouch, an influential figure in the Atlanta music scene. King Gouch talks about his relationship with Lil Baby and P, the change in Atlanta nightlife, and more.

On Season 3 Episode 7 of the Appeal Unfiltered our co-hosts sit down with Jelisa Cook founder of Media Girls Network. Jelisa is a content curator, event curator, and story teller.  

On Season 3 Episode 6 of the Appeal Unfiltered our co-hosts sit down with Brandon Butler the head of Butter ATL to discuss all things Atlanta, the culture, integrity in the industry, and social media strategy. To watch the previous episodes, visit our website or listen to the podcast version of the Appeal, click on this link: https://linktr.ee/TheAppealUnfiltered #TheAppealUnfiltered #HipHop #Music Instagram: @TheAppealUnfiltered Neima Abdulahi: @NeimerDreamer Bri Renee: @BrisTheName

On Season 3 episode 5 of the Appeal Unfiltered our co-hosts sit down with Nuface to discuss his journey with art, networking, and moving in the industry. 

On Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Appeal Unfiltered, co-hosts Neima Abdulahi and Brii Renee hold an important conversation with  music executive and hip-hop industry trailblazer Terrence "Snake" Hawkins. In the conversation, you'll hear his come-up story, how Gucci Mane belongs in the hall of fame, the value spirituality has in his life, and the characteristics that make someone a big icon. Check out this episode to learn about his story and what his marathon has entailed.     Instagram: @TheAppealUnfiltered Neima Abdulahi: @NeimerDreamer Brii Renee: @BrisTheName

On Season 2's Episode 7 of The Appeal Unfiltered, co-hosts Neima Abdulahi and Brii Renee sit down with music executive, Amanda Diop, the CEO of Diop Agency, where she represents celebrity clients such as Gucci Mane. To watch the previous episodes, visit our website or listen to the podcast version of the Appeal, click on this link: https://linktr.ee/TheAppealUnfiltered​ #TheAppealUnfiltered​ #LilBankhead #Atlanta #Radio #Talk2Me Instagram: @TheAppealUnfiltered Neima Abdulahi: @NeimerDreamer Brii Renee: @BrisTheName

On Season 2's Episode 5 of The Appeal Unfiltered, co-hosts Neima Abdulahi and Brii Renee sit down with Atlanta hip-hop radio personality Lil Bankhead from Streetz 94.5. He shares his rise to success, discipline, work ethic and always grinding for the next goal. To watch the previous episodes, visit our website or listen to the podcast version of the Appeal, click on this link: https://linktr.ee/TheAppealUnfiltered​​ #TheAppealUnfiltered​​ #LilBankhead​ #Atlanta​ #Radio​ #Talk2Me

On Season 2's Episode 4 of The Appeal Unfiltered, co-hosts Neima Abdulahi and Brii Renee sit down with a powerful and influential woman in the hip-hop music industry who doesn't get the credit she deserves. Rici has worked with every major brand and all the superstars from Migos, Gucci Mane, Wale, Chris Brown, Roscoe Dash, and so many others. This is an episode you do not want to miss.    To watch the previous episodes, visit our website or listen to the podcast version of the Appeal, click on this link: https://linktr.ee/TheAppealUnfiltered #TheAppealUnfiltered #Rici #MissRici #HipHop #Music

On Season 2 of The Appeal Unfiltered, co-hosts Neima Abdulahi and Brii Renee sit down with Duke Deuce to discuss the future of crunk, fatherhood, and his journey. Before signing to the label QC Duke Deuce started off posting rap videos on social media in 2015. “Offset discovered me online and brought me into the label,” shared Duke. Moreover, Deuce describes how it is imperative to move out of one’s hometown to grow. Duke Deuce grew up in Memphis, Tennessee where he believes started crunk. “Since 1992 Memphis has been getting crunk,” added Duke Deuce. Deuce mentioned how groups like Three 6 Mafia really influenced his sound coming up with songs like Tear da Club Up. Duke Deuce is a great father and loves to have fun. “Fatherhood comes first before anything in life,” said Duke. In addition to that, Duke Deuce’s dance moves have inspired many to get up and dance, “We’d have meet and greets in every city that we traveled.” To watch the previous episodes, visit our website or listen to the podcast version of the Appeal, click on this link: https://linktr.ee/TheAppealUnfiltered #TheAppealUnfiltered #BigBank #HipHop #Atlanta Instagram: @TheAppealUnfiltered Neima Abdulahi: @NeimerDreamer Brii Renee: @BrisTheName

On Season 2 of The Appeal Unfiltered, co-hosts Neima Abdulahi and Brii Renee sit down with B. Simone to discuss her journey, the power of manifestation, and what it’s like to build a team. B. Simone sheds light on how she initially wanted to be a musician. However, it would be through Instagram that Simone would find her success. B. Simone moved to Atlanta, Georgia from Dallas, Texas around the time that Instagram released their 15-second video feature. Soon after, she began posting videos daily and received the title of comedian for her realism and personality. The guest then shared how imperative manifestation has been throughout her journey. “I never fully understood the power of manifestation until I saw and read the book The Secret”, said B. Simone. The law of attraction has played a big role in Simone’s career thus far and she is a strong believer in faith over fear. In addition to that, B. Simone gave insight into the power of collaboration and building a team. “Collaborations bring new opportunities to everyone,” said B. Simone as she spoke about her partnership with Footaction. Lastly, knowing the team members that fit naturally and the ones that do not fit has been a big part of B. Simone’s journey To watch the previous episodes, visit our website or listen to the podcast version of the Appeal, click on this link: https://linktr.ee/TheAppealUnfiltered #TheAppealUnfiltered #BigBank #HipHop #Atlanta Instagram: @TheAppealUnfiltered Neima Abdulahi: @NeimerDreamer Brii Renee: @BrisTheName