Mel and Dalton talk to professor, author and public intellectual Rinaldo Walcott about the state of Black life, history and how to imagine and create a better world.
Mel and Dalton talk to media trailblazer Brandon Gonez about doing media his way, real representation and connecting to communities through authentic storytelling.
Jamaican-Canadian legend Stacey McKenzie spills tea on modelling, work ethic, diversifying her talent and how much has changed in the industry. Mel wishes Dave Chappelle would stop.
Dalton and Mel speak to two people involved in CBC legal drama Diggstown: star of the series, Vinessa Antoine and journalist, playwright, film and theatre director, Juanita Peters–who is directing an episode of the show this season. They talk about how the show raises Black Canadian issues, its importance in the Canadian TV landscape, Nova Scotia, and even Diddy.
Then Dalton has some hopeful words for the Fugees tour.
Ep 1 – Producer Princess Talks Real Housewives of Atlanta and Entrepreneurism
Dalton and Mel sit down with Jamaican/Canadian legend, Producer/ Development executive and author Princess Banton- Lofters, founder of the Bravo hit show The Real Housewives of Atlanta and CEO of Loft 22 Entertainment.
They chat about all things career, strength, perseverance, and how to tell authentic Black stories. Princess also spills the tea on what it was like to discover reality superstar Nene Leakes, and work with the infamous housewives.
B(l)ack by popular demand, Melayna Williams and Dalton Higgins won't be holding back when they spill the tea. This season, we will get into Black art, creativity, politics, fashion and more. Prepare to learn, laugh, and get uncomfortable as Mel and Dalton guide you through necessary conversations surrounding race. Listen to season 3 on September 27th.
We talk to one of Canada’s most popular food Influencers Ryan Hinkson (Eat Famous) about hot culinary trends, the relationship between food and race, food photography, and customer service stereotypes.
Toronto is a multicultural hotspot. But the diversity that makes the city special isn’t often reflected in the stories we hear and the discussions we have. Black Tea will change that. Dalton Higgins and Melayna Williams are here to bring important and uncomfortable Black community conversations out in the open, and to have some laughs while doing it.