The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
Episodes
Scaling Black-Owned Brands Without Losing Identity
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Blackprint, we’re highlighting moments from past conversations that explore what it takes to scale Black-owned brands withou...
How Black Creators Shape Culture Through Story
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Blackprint, we’re highlighting conversations that explore how Black creators shape culture through storytelling, intention, a...
Kenya Barris on Growing Up Broke, Black-ish, and Building Generational Wealth | The Blackprint
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kenya Barris sits down with Detavio Samuels and goes all the way in. He talks about growing up broke in Inglewood, his family, losing friends to gun v...
Why Saying No Is a Power Move for Entrepreneurs
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Blackprint, we’re revisiting powerful moments from previous conversations that unpack why saying no is one of the most impor...
Redefining Legacy Beyond Fame and Recognition
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Blackprint, we’re pulling together standout moments from past conversations that challenge traditional ideas of legacy. We'r...
Dharius Daniels On Why Making Money Without Making Memories Will Leave You Empty | The Blackprint
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Dharius Daniels joined the show for a powerful conversation about life and #faith. He talks about what it was like growing up in a very small town...
Tunde Balogun On Going From Basement Parties To Managing Summer Walker & 6lack | The Blackprint
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tunde Balogun, the CEO of LVRN (Love Renaissance), sits down to share his story. He’s the person behind some of your favorite artists like Summer Wa...
Melissa Proctor’s Blueprint: From The NBA’s First Ball Girl To Atlanta Hawks CMO | The Blackprint
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Blackprint, Detavio Samuels talks with Melissa Proctor, the CMO of the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena. Melissa shares her j...
How Lethal Shooter Beat Homelessness & Depression to Become the NBA's Top Shooting Coach | The Blackprint
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Matthews, known as Lethal Shooter, sits down for a real conversation. He talks about his journey to becoming one of the most sought after shooti...
Lena Waithe On The Bloody Process of Finding Your Voice & The High Cost Of True Freedom | The Blackprint
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lena Waithe sits down with Detavio Samuels for a real conversation. She talks about growing up in Chicago and what led her to become a writer. Lena ge...
De'Arra Taylor On YouTube Secrets, Mental Health Breaks & Saying No to Brands | The Blackprint
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
De'Arra Taylor sits down with our host Detavio Samuels to talk about her journey. She gets into how she started on YouTube and what it felt like to ge...
The Dangerous Lie Black Women Are Told & Why Lynae Vanee Found Power in Surrender | The Blackprint
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio Samuels sits down with the brilliant Lynae Vanee, host of REVOLT's "The People's Brief." She shares her journey from being a high school teach...
From UK Projects to Post Malone Manager: Dre London' on Building a Lasting Legacy | The Blackprint
02 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
#DreLondon sits down with Detavio to share his incredible journey from the projects in South London to becoming #PostMalone's manager and building his...
Fawn Weaver on Building Uncle Nearest, Equity vs. Control & Her $1B Brand Journey | The Blackprint
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Detavio Samuels on The Blackprint as he sits down with the remarkable Fawn Weaver, CEO and founder of Uncle Nearest. In this episode, Fawn shares...
From Homeless to Kickstarter CEO: Everette Taylor on Confidence & Marketing Genius | The Blackprint
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Blackprint, host Detavio Samuels sits down with #EveretteTaylor, CEO of #Kickstarter, who shares his journey from home...
Cam Newton On Betting Big, Bouncing Back & Building an Empire After the NFL | The Blackprint
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint Live at REVOLT WORLD, NFL star Cam Newton opens up about his journey from college football to the NFL and beyond. He...
Lady London Talks Pivoting from Medicine to Music, Going Viral & Finding Purpose | The Blackprint
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of The Blackprint, rising hip hop star #LadyLondon shares her inspiring journey from aspiring doctor to viral rap sensatio...
Dee-1 On Balancing Faith, Music, and Education to Overcome Life’s Challenges | The Blackprint
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Blackprint, host Detavio Samuels sits down with rapper and educator Dee-1 to discuss his journey from middle school t...
DDG On Grinding from Valedictorian to Viral Sensation: YouTube, Rap & Fatherhood | The Blackprint
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint, Detavio Samuels sits down with DDG, a multifaceted entertainer who went from valedictorian in Pontiac, Michigan to ...
Flau'jae Johnson: From Tragedy to Triumph - Building a Legacy in Basketball and Rap | The Blackprint
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Blackprint, rising star #Flaujae Johnson opens up about her incredible journey from Savannah to #LSU, balancing her du...
From Fired to Forbes: DonYé Taylor on Creative Vision, Intuition, & Building Brands | The Blackprint
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint, host Detavio Samuels sits down with creative powerhouse #DonYeTaylor. From her early days as a MySpace designer to ...
Trevor Jackson On His Incredible Journey from Child Star to 12 Grammy Dream | The Blackprint
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint, #TrevorJackson shares his incredible journey from child star to successful actor and musician. He talks the importa...
Gail Bean's Rise: From Retail to Hollywood Star, Fueled by Faith & Community | The Blackprint
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of #TheBlackprint, host Detavio Samuels sits down with award-winning actress #GailBean to discuss her inspiring journey from working i...
SiR On His Journey from Church Singer to R&B Star, Battling Addiction, & New Album | The Blackprint
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint, DeTavio Samuels sits down with R&B singer-songwriter SiR to discuss his incredible journey in the music industry. F...
Eric Bellinger On His Journey from Football to Music, Songwriting, New Album & More | The Blackprint
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint, host Detavio Samuels sits down with singer, songwriter, and CEO Eric Bellinger. Eric shares his journey from growin...
Da'Vinchi on Overcoming Poverty, Prioritizing Peace, Purpose & Mental Health | The Blackprint
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint, host Detavio Samuels sits down with #DaVinchi to discuss his incredible journey from poverty to success. Da'Vinchi ...
Tip ‘T.I.’ Harris | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the season 2 finale, Detavio welcomes Tip ‘T.I.’ Harris to discuss hustling at a very young age, how he started rapping, rehearsing for the Sou...
Sevetri Wilson | The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sevetri Wilson shares her story of overcoming tremendous loss and defying the odds as a black woman tech founder. She talks about growing up in rural ...
A Fireside Chat With Jeezy Live At REVOLT WORLD | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During this special edition episode of “The Blackprint,” filmed live at REVOLT WORLD, host and CEO Detavio Samuels sits for an introspective conve...
From Local News to Uplifting Black Voices and Stories with Monique Chenault | The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this special live episode of The Blackprint presented by Target, REVOLT CEO Detavio Samuels sits down with the head of REVOLT Studios Atlanta, Moni...
Angela Yee On Marketing, Radio & Building Her Personal Brand | The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Yee shares her journey going from marketing intern at Wu-Tang Management to nationally syndicated radio host of The Breakfast Club and beyond. ...
Pinky Cole and Derrick Hayes | The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode of The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels, join host Detavio Samuels as he sits down with two incredible entrepreneurs, Pinky C...
Kareem Cook | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio welcomes Kareem Cook to discuss growing up in the Bronx, studying at Duke and being nervous to be in the south during that era, network vs edu...
Pretty Vee | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels we are joined by Pretty Vee. She shares the importance of faith and hard work in her journey. S...
DeVon Franklin | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio welcomes DeVon Franklin for a powerful and inspiring conversation on the power of entertainment, growing up in Oakland, working in his family'...
Keisha Lance Bottoms | The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of Keisha Lance Bottoms, former Atlanta mayor and White House senior advisor. From her father's arre...
Lavar Ball | The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio sits down with entrepreneur Lavar Ball on growing up in a big family, being competitive with his siblings, aligning his family, raising and tr...
Ray J | The Blackprint With Detavio Samuels
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio sits down with artist, musician, entrepreneur Ray-J on struggling with his identifying vs. what they want him to be, singing in the choir at a...
13: Mahisha Dellinger | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio sits down with Mahisha Dellinger, founder and CEO of natural hair care brand CURLS, to talk about turning struggles into successes, natural ha...
12: Bozoma Saint John | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio welcomes famed marketing exec Bozoma "Boz" Saint John to discuss building the right kind of relationships for your career, being unapologetic ...
11: Jay Bailey | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio welcomes Jay Bailey (President and CEO, Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs) to talk about providing equal access and opportunity in t...
10: E. Brian Dobbins | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio sits down with talent and literary manager/producer E. Brian Dobbins for a chat about the importance of mentors in your career, how he got sta...
9: Robb Chavis | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio welcomes television writer/producer Robb Chavis ("Black-ish," "Superior Donuts") for a revealing conversation about the dangers of sacrificing...
8: Angelica Nwandu | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio sits down with The Shade Room founder Angelica Nwandu to talk about overcoming tragedy and letting go of grief, what she learned from getting ...
7: Charles D. King | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this all-new episode of "The Blackprint," host and REVOLT CEO Detavio Samuels chats with the one, the only Charles D. King. The MACRO founder talks...
6: Jabari Hearn | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio chats with Jabari Hearn (SVP of Marketing and Entertainment at Westbrook Media) for a convo about the role faith his played in his life and ca...
5: Cynthia Bailey | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this all-new episode of "The Blackprint," host and REVOLT CEO Detavio Samuels sits down with Cynthia Bailey to talk about the importance of giving ...
4: Caroline Wanga | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For this all-new episode of "The Blackprint," host and REVOLT CEO Detavio Samuels welcomes Caroline Wanga for a conversation about ESSENCE, her beli...
3: Mona Scott-Young | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio sits down with revered television producer and entrepreneur Mona Scott-Young (creator of the “Love & Hip Hop” reality franchise) to talk a...
2: Sanya Richards-Ross | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Detavio sits down with Olympic champion Sanya Richards-Ross to discuss her journey as an athlete competing in the Olympics, how her faith keeps her gr...
1: D-Nice | The Blackprint with Detavio Samuels
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Series premiere. Host Detavio Samuels welcomes legendary DJ and producer D-Nice for a conversation about breaking through the cultural zeitgeist with ...