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In Episode 20, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, takes some time to catch you up on what 2020 has been like for her, why she’s been M.I.A. and what’s to come for The Tribe Talks! Don’t forget to email The Tribe at thetribetalks@gmail.com

In Episode 19, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, plays 21 Questions with Tribe guests, April Hill and Britney Chine. The random questions provoke some hilarious conversation and the fullest belly laughs. Tribe Talent, is Stevona Elem, is a womanist writer, educator and orator as well as dope ass Aquarius. She is the creator of the movement and campaign "Black Women Are For Grownups" which at its core celebrates the narrative, creativity and complexities of Black women. The movement includes a chapbook with a collection of both intimate and public writings by Stevona, "Black Women Are For Grownups" t-shirts that have been worn the world over by Black women and those who support us including actor LeVar Burton and a BWAFGU box "curated in honor of our sisterly love" created by amazing Black women for amazing Black women. Check her out and support the movement at www.stevona.com - Check out Britney Chine IG: @britnkem Check out April Hill IG: @toohott2stop Follow us on: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @thetribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

In Episode 18, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, has "Blunt Conversations about Cannabis" with Tribe, Geoffrey McKinney and Jameelah Broughton with the help of a little Blue Diesel. Join in on the laughs and shared love and experiences behind that green. Tribe Talent, is The Bold Tie! An innovative and highly fashion forward custom bow tie experience. Started by creator and sharply dressed business man, Thomas Fitch, The Bold Tie provides amazing signature bow ties and now custom masks to keep you fashionable and safe. Support them today by visiting www.theboldtie.com; don't forget to follow and share on Instagram @theboldtie. - Check out Geoffrey McKinney at: IG: @Medicated_Journey Check out Jameelah Broughton at: IG/Facebook: @JameelahBBeauty Follow us on: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @thetribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

In Episode 17, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, kicks it with Willard Hill and Yohance "DJ Merc80" Serrant and talks about how music has moved, shaped, informed or evoked emotions in everyone's life in some shape form or fashion. Laughs and love as well as the power and magic that music creates. Tribe Talent, is Covenant Media Group label mates, the DefCon Jive Podcast! The hilariously live, out of pocket shenanigans of this podcast will leave you laughing and thoughtful. With hosts Cannon, Boom, Lebron James Bond, Remy and Scrap, you will be in for a anything but dull time with the DCJ podcast! Check them out on Spotify, Apple Podcast, SoundCloud and Stitcher! - Check out Willard Hill at: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @PrettyWillard Website: www.WillardHill.com Check out Yohance "DJ Merc80" Serrant at: IG/Twitter: @Merc80 Facebook: Yohance Serrant World70 on IG: @world70party Follow us on: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @thetribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

In Episode 16, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, records from a comfortable place with her Tribe guest and husband, Serrano Barnes to commiserate over all that The Rona' has been bringing about. Tribe Talent, is my sister Adwoa who is an ER Nurse in LA and all the healthcare professionals out there that are currently dealing with the actual Coronavirus, people who THINK they have it, on top of everything else. We salute y’all, appreciate you and hope y’all are taking care of your physical and mental health. - Contact Serrano at: IG - @thegotdamnsauce www.thegdsauce.com Follow us on: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @thetribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

In Episode 15, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, starts of a new Tribe Talk series called "Creating Our Own Space" that focuses on how different members of the Tribe are bringing their dreams to reality. DIY expert & Hip Hop game creator of University of Dope, A.V. Perkins kicks off the series with Ama B. Tribe Talent, Keri Henderson is a personal fashion stylist based in Los Angeles. Her mission is to help clients save time and effort by taking the guesswork out of figuring out what they are going to wear for special appearances in their life including keynote speaking engagements, press tours, red carpet events and more. Have Keri get you main stage ready no matter where that stage is by visiting her at www.kerihenderson.com - Check out A.V. Perkins at: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @AVdoeswhat Website: www.AVdoeswhat.com Check out University of Dope at: IG: @UDopeedu Website: www.universityofdope.com/ University of Dope promo code: Throwback10 Follow us on: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @thetribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

In Episode 14, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, kicks it with her Tribe guests Tyana and Rhaema and talks about the ups, downs, twists, updos and all things related to the Black hair experience! Tribe Talent, Cym Brown is the creator of the Nap Pack LLC. The Nap Pack is your natural hairstyle kit, curated by professional and self taught natural hair stylist. Nap Pack is your one stop shop for all the things you'll need to execute that cute and stylish natural do; from shampoo, to that wide tooth comb and other necessary elements delivered directly to your door complete with step by step instructions and online tutorials. Check them out and support on Facebook and Instagram at NapPackLLC. Follow us on: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @thetribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

In Episode 13, the season opener for The Tribe Talks Season 2, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, welcomes you all back to the Tribe with a quick run down of 2019 and what's to come with Season 2! Welcome back Tribe! Follow us on: IG/Facebook/Twitter: @thetribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

In the Season 1 finale of The Tribe Talks, Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, sits down and talks mental health, self care and perspective with her amazingly insightful and talented Tribe guest, Dr. Erin Hill. Tribe Talent, Shea Edwards is a producer, host and speaker. Shea also is the creator of the Faith Rocks a ministry that exists to incorporate faith into every aspect of life by promoting a personal, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ through the power of prayer and the practical application of Biblical truths. Faith Rocks, purpose is to spread the Gospel throughout the world by helping others experience the unconditional love, peace and freedom that comes through a surrendered life to Christ. Shea is also the author of, "Success in Celibacy", she is on a global mission to help heal and empower the masses – particularly women, innovators, entrepreneurs and artists – through the power of Christ. Shea is a free spirited, artistic vessel, wife, mother and mental health advocate, living an intentional life of transparency to glorify God through her trials and triumphs. Buy her book https://www.amazon.com/Success-Celibacy-Shea-Scott-Edwards/dp/1976020735/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511299326&sr=8-1&keywords=Success+in+Celibacy and follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/faith_rocks83/ Contact Dr. Hill at: phone - 424-625-5244 e-mail - ehillpsyd@drnicholasandassociates.com website - http://www.drnicholsandassociates.com/ Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, laughs about the stories surrounding the games that spark, competition (friendly and lethal) and hilarious memories with her Tribe guests Ashley Coleman and Christine Slaughter. Nikiva Dionne is the president and creator of Lyric Party Game App ‘A Party Game for music lovers’. With fun genres ranging from hip hop to nursery rhymes and with questions like “where was Adele calling from?” and “according to Trick Daddy, what don’t you know?”, Lyric Party Game App is a must have in your game arsenal! Don’t forget to download it from Google Play and the Apple App Store as well as making sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram at Lyric Party Game. Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, takes some time out to answer some of the random and hilarious questions her Tribe want her to in order to learn more about the mind behind The Tribe Talks. Stephen Chesley isn’t just the magic behind the sound engineering for The Tribe Talks, he is an absolutely talented singer, songwriter and producer. He has blessed the world with his stunning visual album, Beautiful Appropriation and it is 🔥🔥🔥. Beautiful Appropriation is an audio-visual concept R&B mixtape inspired by W.E.B. Dubois' theory of Double-Consciousness, and the general duality in life, explored through the marriage of creation and curation. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Check Beautiful Appropriation out on YouTube by searching “SdotChesley”. (select tracks are on this episode) Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, throws it back, reminisces and laughs about music, fashion and the hilarious mistakes she made growing up with her childhood friends Ariana Reed, Lorene Chesley, Meliha Martin and Shannon Pighee. Tribe Talent: Shinelle Azoroh is an actor, artist and writer. Among the many amazing works she's created and starred in, her most recent project, Relive, where she plays opposite of David Oyelowo is set to premiere at Sundance and we could not be more proud and excited for her! Show her love & support and follow her on Instagram at @shinelleazoroh. Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, talks all things thankfulness with her Tribe guest, Foluke Denis Tribe Talent: Kathia Devonne is the creator of Because of You We Know More, an HIV/AIDS Awareness Campaign that does fundraising and connects people and organizations in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The phrase was inspired by the many lives lost to AIDS as a way of celebrating their legacy while acknowledging the progression of knowledge and treatment. Portions of the purchases of t-shirts and hoodies are being donated directly to the Black AIDS Institute. Follow Kathia on Instagram at @kathiadevonne, support Because of You We Know More at @becauseofyouweknowmore. The link to their website is in the bio of their IG. Follow Foluke at www.instagram.com/folukegabrielle Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, gets into the inner hilarious but oh so real workings of becoming a mother with her fellow mommys and Tribe guests Kimberly Perry and Adaiha Montgomery. https://www.workingmother.com/this-comic-perfectly-explains-mental-load-working-mothers-bear Tribe Talent: Jakeina Miles is the creator of Punkins Essentials, a brand that specializes in customized products! Jakeina started the brand offering custom paintings for her clients homes, businesses and creative spaces. Adding to that offering is her spa essential line which includes body butters, fragrant soaps, decadent body scrubs and vibrant candles. She is able to personalize each order with amazing care and love. Purchase your Punkins Essentials products at https://punkinsessentials.ecwid.com/ and make sure to follow her at www.instagram.com/punkinsessentials Follow Kim at www.instagram.com/kimberper Follow Adaiha at www.instagram.com/mrsmommym Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, talks and laughs about the ins and out & ups and downs of love and marriage with her Tribe guests Serrano Barnes, Tobie and Shinelle Windham. Tribe Talent: Lorene Chesley is the creator and host of "Looks Lunch, Love with Lorene" a fun and amazing online talk show focused on lifestyle, food & spirituality based topics. Lorene is also the author of The Perfectly Imperfect Christian: AKA The Ratchet Files of Lorene Chesley, examines the journey of acting a fool and going on crazy adventures all while having the unfailing love of God. Buy your copy on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Perfectly-Imperfect-Christian-Ratchet-Chesley/dp/1725017563/ref=sr_1_1/132-8709569-5536030?ie=UTF8&qid=1541650682&sr=8-1&keywords=perfectly+imperfect+christian) And check out Looks, Lunch, Love with Lorene here https://youtu.be/LdMM1RLYx3k Follow Serrano at www.instagram.com/milienated Follow Tobie at www.instagram.com/tobiewindham Follow Shinelle at www.instagram.com/shuxc Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, talks about the highs and lows of being a creative in Los Angeles with her Tribe guests Liz Jenkins, Lawrence Abbott and Nikiva Dionne. Tribe Talent: Rochelle is the founder of Chelle Belle Creative, a woman-owned, full service creative branding, graphic design and communications agency. With an eye, ear and heart for helping her clients bring to life the perfect vision of their brand. Visit her at www.chellebellecreative.com and follow her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/chellebellecreative Follow Liz at www.instagram.com/funwithmae Follow Kiva at www.instagram.com/nikivadionne Check out Lawrence out at www.instagram.com/colorcollectivecomedy Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, discusses the difference in experiences in attending a PWI vs an HBCU with her Tribe guests Jessica (PWI) and Andre (HBCU). Tribe Talent: Aaron Abernathy, Grammy nominated singer, songwriter and musician. Aaron has been creating music for years and his most recent albums Monologue followed by Dialogue have gained him international acclaim. Find and listen to his phenomenal music on iTunes and Spotify. Visit his website at www.aaronabernathy.com and follow him on Instagram at www.instagram.com/aaron_abernathy Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, discusses the "sibling effect" and all of its benefits and pitfalls with her Tribe: Adwoa, Lorene and Stephen Tribe Talent: Serrano Barnes, creator of The Got Damn Sauce, a sauce without equal! Use it as a marinade, BBQ sauce, salad dressing, the possibilities are endless. Visit them at www.thegdsauce.com and follow them on Instagram at www.instagram.com/thegotdamnsauce Follow Adwoa at www.instagram.com/ahoney_bee Follow Lorene at www.instagram.com/mschesley Follow Stephen at www.instagram.com/sdotchesley Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, discusses personal space and other things people like to violate with her Tribe: Erica and Brandy Tribe Talent: Essie Blankson-Turner, creator of Amba, a home decor, textile and fashion company. Visit them at www.youramba.com and follow them on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/your_amba/ Follow EO at https://www.instagram.com/eoknows/ Follow Brandy at https://www.instagram.com/pufffaluffagus/ Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Email us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com

Ama B. aka Queen Mother of The Tribe, discusses relationship bullets that have been dodged and those that met their targets with her Tribe: Shay, Neek and Jameelah Tribe Talent: Jameelah B. Beauty, professional MUA (Make-Up Artist). Follow her at https://www.instagram.com/jbbeautynbrows/ Spiritual Gifts Test: http://giftstest.com/test/questions?track1=GiftsTest_Organic Follow us on: IG/Facebook: @thetribetalks Twitter: tribetalks Contact us at: thetribetalks@gmail.com