327: Comedian Kym Whitley and Filmmaker Elegance Bratton

In this week’s episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we interview comedian Kym Whitley and filmmaker Elegance Bratton.

Segment 1: Created by Lena Waithe and Kym Whitley, Kym is a new scripted comedy audio series featuring an all-star cast including Sherri Shepherd, David A. Arnold, Jess Hilarious, Jenifer Lewis, Oscar-nominated actress Cynthia Erivo, and more, with original music composed by multiple Grammy Award-winning artist Wyclef Jean. 

Host: Ryanne

Segment 2: Elegance Bratton is an award-winning and boundary-breaking director, writer, producer, photographer and author. He began making films as a US Marine after spending a decade homeless. His film ‘The Inspection’ tells the story about a  a young gay man, rejected by his mother, who finds unexpected strength, camaraderie and support after he joins the Marines.

Host: Jamie

Music by: Sammus
Edited by: Jamie Broadnax