What’s Hot! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander
What’s Hot! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander is the crossroads where culture, lifestyle and community meet. Legendary New York radio/TV personality, G. Keith Alexander will tap into the who’s who in entertainment, empowerment and health and wellness to bring you exciting and unparalleled content. The G. Keith Alexander brand is that of an authentic New York City icon built on over thirty years of radio and television broadcasting excellence. His brand of coolness has come to represent to millions of fans, on-air fun, great music and engaging entertainment experiences. Tune in live every Friday at 10 AM Pacific Time on the VoiceAmerica Variety Channel.
Episodes
April 26, 2024 • 60 mins
Tune in today on HarlemAmerica as we sit down with the rising star, Arrington Foster! From humble beginnings in commercials and indie projects to his breakout role as Rio Duncan in BET's hit series Carl Weber's The Family Business, Arrington's journey is one of determination and talent.
Don't miss this exclusive conversation where we dive into his early career, the challenges he's faced, and what it's like to be part of a major t...
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April 19, 2024 • 60 mins
WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander is spotlighting the one and only Tyrone Jackson! From his roots in Harlem to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Tyrone Jackson is a force to be reckoned with. Known for his talents as a writer, producer, host, and entrepreneur, Jackson's journey from federal subsidized housing to multi-million dollar success is nothing short of inspiring.
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April 12, 2024 • 60 mins
Ron Canada: The Versatile Star and an industry veteran with 40+ years of experience, has appeared in blockbusters like Ted 2 and The Discovery, alongside celebrated actor Robert Redford. From Adventures in Babysitting to National Treasure, his iconic film roles leave a lasting impact. TV viewers know him from standout performances in shows like East New York, Law & Order: SVU, House of Cards, and Blue Bloods. Don't miss his captiva...
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April 5, 2024 • 60 mins
The Director of the Hayden Planetarium, Neil deGrasse Tyson, makes G. Keith smarter about the universe and the James Webb Telescope's vision.
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March 29, 2024 • 60 mins
Ladies and gentlemen, get ready to tee off into a world of inspiration, empowerment, and groundbreaking achievement! Welcome to a very special episode of WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander. Today, we have a trailblazing guest who has transformed the world of golf and shattered glass ceilings like never before. She's not just a media expert, but a visionary who has taken the golfing world by storm. Debert Cook is join...
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March 22, 2024 • 60 mins
This Women's History Month, tune into an extraordinary encore episode of WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander. Today, we're spotlighting Jonelle Procope, the visionary former CEO of the Apollo Theater Foundation. Dive into the legacy of her remarkable 20-year tenure, which transformed the Apollo into a global performing arts beacon, now boasting two stages at the iconic Victoria in the Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel...
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March 15, 2024 • 60 mins
In today's encore presentation for Women's History Month on WHAT'S HOT! HARLEMAMERICA WITH G. KEITH ALEXANDER, we spotlight Aisha Jackson, a trailblazer who has not only graced the Broadway stage but also shattered ceilings for future generations. Aisha's journey through the arts has seen her perform in the Off-Broadway cast of Invisible Thread and originate roles in the Broadway productions of Waitress and Frozen. It was in Frozen...
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March 8, 2024 • 60 mins
Janice Williams co-founded The Williams Capital Group L.P. in 1994, establishing it as a powerhouse in investment banking and a leading underwriter of U.S. investment-grade corporate debt. Alongside her husband, she navigated the firm through decades of success, culminating in a groundbreaking merger in 2019 with Siebert Williams Shank & Co. LLC, creating a top minority women-owned business in finance. Starting her career at Shears...
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March 1, 2024 • 60 mins
On the upcoming episode of WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander, we have the honor of featuring Gerald Alston, the iconic lead singer of The Manhattans. Alston, who stepped into the spotlight in the early '70s, significantly contributed to the group's success with chart-topping hits that resonated deeply with fans of R&B and soul music. His journey from joining The Manhattans, through his rise to stardom, and onto a fr...
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February 23, 2024 • 60 mins
Hisham Tawfiq is a prominent American actor, particularly acclaimed for portraying the beloved character of Dembe Zuma in NBC's hit series The Blacklist. Dembe Zuma is a key member of the show's security detail turned FBI agent and shares an intimate and trusting relationship with the lead character, Raymond Red Reddington.
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February 16, 2024 • 60 mins
On WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander, we're turning up the heat with the sensational Kara Young, fresh off her electrifying run in Purlie Victorious on Broadway! Join us as Kara dives into her journey from making a smashing Broadway debut in Lynn Nottage’s Clyde’s, to capturing hearts and critical acclaim with not one, but two Tony and Drama Desk nominations. We'll explore her award-winning performances, from the Ob...
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February 9, 2024 • 60 mins
It's his voice, that unmistakable deep, rich sound. With a vocal tone and smooth delivery that could melt glaciers, Lenny Green was destined for stardom. The host of the syndicated radio show “The Quiet Storm with Lenny Green,” Lenny makes his home at the show's flagship station, the highly-rated New York Tri-state area radio station WBLS/107.5-FM. Lenny Green is the undisputed master of creating a relaxed, romantic atmosphere for ...
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February 2, 2024 • 60 mins
Get ready for an electrifying encore presentation of WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with your host, the iconic G. Keith Alexander. This time, we're shining the spotlight on the multi-talented C.P. Lacey, a virtuoso of the entertainment world known for his SPIRITED performances. With over three decades dazzling audiences across the globe, Lacey's unparalleled ability to sing, dance, do comedy, and impersonate a constellation of celebriti...
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January 26, 2024 • 60 mins
Taylor chats about being in pre-production on a film entitled Justified which also stars Academy Award and Golden Globe Award-nominated actress Aunjanue Ellis, who received critical acclaim playing the Venus sister's mom in King Richard.
Regina and G. Keith discuss her critically acclaimed portrayal as Marion Shields Robinson, the mother of former First Lady Michelle Obama, on the Showtime series The First Lady. Taylor can also be...
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January 19, 2024 • 60 mins
Brenda talks about years of stability, losing everything: My home, marriage, and business - without a regular paycheck to keep me afloat! The cherry on the cake? Finding out that no one in Hollywood wanted someone her age for their projects either. Everything can change so quickly but this 'Now What?' moment became an opportunity for her to start anew with a different perspective - giving women like herself (and beyond) an even lou...
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January 12, 2024 • 60 mins
With the world facing immense tragedies and challenges in 2020 due to Covid19, Gloria Gaynor helped usher in 2021 by singing her global anthem, “I Will Survive,” in New York City’s Times Square, honoring first responders and essential &frontline workers. Her performance was streamed around the world by the Times Square Alliance to a global audience of millions.
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January 5, 2024 • 60 mins
In this episode of WHAT'S HOT! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander, we spotlight Kamilah Forbes, the dynamic Executive Producer of the Apollo Theater. Delving into her journey from hip-hop theater to leading the Apollo, Forbes shares insights on her renowned projects like Between the World and Me. This episode offers a unique look at how she's shaping the future of arts and culture at one of the most iconic theaters in the world.
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December 29, 2023 • 60 mins
In one of the most extraordinary examples of staying power the music industry has ever known, five-time Grammy Award-winning music legend, Dionne Warwick continues to regale audiences internationally. From the early 1960s on, her iconic sound set the bar in American pop music by earning more than 60 charted hit songs and selling over 100 million records. She has done more than entertain the world; as a humanitarian, she has advocat...
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December 22, 2023 • 60 mins
Neema talks about her career, our favorite TV shows, and some inside scoop, maybe? Neema directed two episodes of a series for VH1 “THE BREAKS” and 2 additional episodes of BEING MARY JANE, and directed LUKE CAGE For Marvel & Netflix, BLIND SPOT for NBC, THE GOOD COP for Netflix, 4th & 5th seasons of BOSCH for Amazon, and many other popular series.
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December 15, 2023 • 60 mins
Explore the remarkable journey of Craig Livingston, Managing Partner of Exact Capital. Discover how he transformed the skyline with Harlem's first world-class hotel and over 4,000 residential units, advocating for diversity and economic opportunity in real estate development.
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