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May 18, 2025 33 mins

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.

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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

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