Actor, singer, dancer, and all-around multi-hyphenate Trevor Jackson joins Holiday AF for a joyful, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Born in snowy Indianapolis and raised in sunny Burbank, Trevor reflects on growing up between two worlds — from blizzard-filled Midwestern Christmases to laid-back California holidays.

Trevor shares childhood stories of walking miles through icy Indiana winters, the traditions his family still holds dear at his grandmother’s home, and why returning to loved ones feels like “plugging the iPhone back in.” He also reveals his dream Christmas destination (Hawaii), what snow he’s not trying to see anymore, and how he keeps gratitude at the center of the season.

The Holiday AF “Finish the Lyric” game brings out Trevor’s comedic side as he belts out classics like “Silent Night,” “Joy to the World,” and “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” while the hosts challenge his memory and vocal dexterity. The episode closes with laughs, chocolate tasting chaos, and warm holiday wishes.

This episode blends nostalgia, humor, talent, and holiday spirit — everything that makes Trevor Jackson a fan favorite.

Actor, singer, dancer, and all-around multi-hyphenate&nbsp;Trevor Jackson joins Holiday AF for a joyful, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Born in snowy Indianapolis and raised in sunny Burbank, Trevor reflects on growing up between two worlds &mdash; from blizzard-filled Midwestern Christmases to laid-back California holidays.
Trevor shares childhood stories of walking miles through icy Indiana winters, the traditions his family still holds dear at his grandmother&rsquo;s home, and why returning to loved ones feels like &ldquo;plugging the iPhone back in.&rdquo; He also reveals his dream Christmas destination (Hawaii), what snow he&rsquo;s not trying to see anymore, and how he keeps gratitude at the center of the season.
The Holiday AF &ldquo;Finish the Lyric&rdquo; game brings out Trevor&rsquo;s comedic side as he belts out classics like &ldquo;Silent Night,&rdquo; &ldquo;Joy to the World,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,&rdquo; while the hosts challenge his memory and vocal dexterity. The episode closes with laughs, chocolate tasting chaos, and warm holiday wishes.
This episode blends nostalgia, humor, talent, and holiday spirit &mdash; everything that makes Trevor Jackson a fan favorite.

Each week, actor and singer Deborah Joy Winans Williams invites inspiring women into candid, heart-led conversations about joy—what it means, how they choose it daily, and why it matters. Through personal stories, shared insights, and warm humor, Choosing Joy creates a space where vulnerability meets strength and every episode offers encouragement to embrace joy intentionally—even in life’s uncertainties.

Each week, actor and singer Deborah Joy Winans Williams invites inspiring women into candid, heart-led conversations about joy&mdash;what it means, how they choose it daily, and why it matters. Through personal stories, shared insights, and warm humor, Choosing Joy creates a space where vulnerability meets strength and every episode offers encouragement to embrace joy intentionally&mdash;even in life&rsquo;s uncertainties.

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In this festive episode of Holiday AF, multi-talented entertainer Trevor Jackson joins hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR. to revisit the holiday memories that shaped his upbringing. Trevor dives into stories from snowy Indiana winters, including braving blizzards and icy walks that turned into family legends. He also shares the warmth of holiday gatherings at his grandmother’s home and why returning to family feels like recharging his spirit.  The conversation is filled with laughter as Trevor takes on the Holiday AF “Finish the Lyric” challenge, singing through iconic Christmas songs with charm and humor. From holiday traditions to dream destinations like Hawaii, Trevor brings both sincerity and levity to the couch. The episode concludes with a playful chocolate-tasting moment and a heartfelt holiday sendoff.  This episode brings together nostalgia, music, culture, and seasonal joy — a perfect listen for fans of Trevor Jackson and holiday storytelling.

Trevor Jackson on Indiana Winters, Family Traditions & His Funniest Holiday Moments | Holiday AF

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Actress and activist Logan Browning joins Holiday AF for an inspiring, heartfelt, and joy-filled conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Known for her breakout role in Netflix’s Dear White People, Logan opens up about the artistry, activism, and family values that shaped her — and why her holiday traditions remain so important today.

She reflects on growing up in a home overflowing with love, people, and generosity — the kind of Christmas where everyone who walked through the door received a gift. Logan shares how her parents created unforgettable holidays, why their house was always full of guests sleeping on couches and floors, and how those traditions have evolved into adult life with white elephant exchanges and name-picking gift rituals.

The conversation dives into her views on social justice, the artists who influenced her, and how the arts became her earliest form of activism. Then comes the rapid-fire Holiday AF game, where Logan reveals her takes on real vs. fake trees, ATL vs. LA, sweet potato vs. peach cobbler, eggnog vs. champagne, tropical vs. snowy Christmases, and board games vs. caroling — including her hilarious disdain for cooked fruit and her competitive streak that once left 17,000 PIT opponents defeated.

Filled with warmth, laughter, reflection, and holiday chaos, this episode shines a light on Logan’s heart, humor, and cultural roots.

Actress and activist&nbsp;Logan Browning joins Holiday AF for an inspiring, heartfelt, and joy-filled conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Known for her breakout role in Netflix&rsquo;s Dear White People, Logan opens up about the artistry, activism, and family values that shaped her &mdash; and why her holiday traditions remain so important today.
She reflects on growing up in a home overflowing with love, people, and generosity &mdash; the kind of Christmas where everyone who walked through the door received a gift. Logan shares how her parents created unforgettable holidays, why their house was always full of guests sleeping on couches and floors, and how those traditions have evolved into adult life with white elephant exchanges and name-picking gift rituals.
The conversation dives into her views on social justice, the artists who influenced her, and how the arts became her earliest form of activism. Then comes the rapid-fire Holiday AF game, where Logan reveals her takes on real vs. fake trees, ATL vs. LA, sweet potato vs. peach cobbler, eggnog vs. champagne, tropical vs. snowy Christmases, and board games vs. caroling &mdash; including her hilarious disdain for cooked fruit and her competitive streak that once left 17,000 PIT opponents defeated.
Filled with warmth, laughter, reflection, and holiday chaos, this episode shines a light on Logan&rsquo;s heart, humor, and cultural roots.

In this heartfelt episode of Holiday AF, actress and activist Logan Browning sits down with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR. to reflect on the traditions, values, and joy that shaped her holiday memories. Logan revisits her childhood home — a lively, generous space where relatives, friends, and neighbors gathered, slept wherever they could, and always received a gift regardless of how unexpected their arrival was.  She also shares how her family’s traditions have evolved, from full-house celebrations to playful white elephant exchanges and budget-friendly gift rituals. The conversation touches on Logan’s artistic upbringing, her connection to activism, and how storytelling first shaped her understanding of justice and community.  Things take a fun turn as Logan plays Holiday AF’s rapid-fire game, offering hilarious and heartfelt opinions on everything from fake vs. real Christmas trees to holiday desserts, board games, and tropical vs. snowy celebrations. Her wit, warmth, and competitive spirit make this episode a festive delight.

Logan Browning on Family Traditions, Holiday Joy, Dear White People & Her Funniest Christmas Stories | Holiday AF

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Actor Ser’Darius Blain, known for his breakout role in the Jumanji franchise, joins Holiday AF for a warm, funny, and inspiring conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Born in Miami to a Haitian and Dominican family and raised with a blend of Southern and Caribbean traditions, Ser’Darius reflects on how his multicultural upbringing shaped the way he celebrates the holidays.

He shares how he secretly nurtured a passion for acting while following a pre-med track, eventually dropping out of medical school to pursue his dream in New York — where he also experienced his very first “white Christmas.” Ser’Darius dives into the foods that defined his childhood holidays, including cornbread, collard greens, curry goat, oxtail, griot, rice and peas, and Haitian-style legume.

As he reflects on family traditions, Ser’Darius talks about the improvisational nature of Caribbean-American Christmases, the last-minute planning, and the joy that always comes from bringing everyone together. Now in adulthood, he’s created a new tradition: flying his family to a different holiday destination each year, from New York to Big Bear, as a way to give them the gift of exposure and togetherness.

He shares stories from booking Jumanji, his shock at being cast as a high schooler at 30, and the lessons he learned watching superstars work up close. The episode wraps with a fun conversation about his culinary skills and his holiday cooking company, King’s Cuisine.

This episode blends culture, comedy, warmth, and legacy — everything that makes the holidays meaningful.

Actor&nbsp;Ser&rsquo;Darius Blain, known for his breakout role in the Jumanji franchise, joins Holiday AF for a warm, funny, and inspiring conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Born in Miami to a Haitian and Dominican family and raised with a blend of Southern and Caribbean traditions, Ser&rsquo;Darius reflects on how his multicultural upbringing shaped the way he celebrates the holidays.
He shares how he secretly nurtured a passion for acting while following a pre-med track, eventually dropping out of medical school to pursue his dream in New York &mdash; where he also experienced his very first &ldquo;white Christmas.&rdquo; Ser&rsquo;Darius dives into the foods that defined his childhood holidays, including cornbread, collard greens, curry goat, oxtail, griot, rice and peas, and Haitian-style legume.
As he reflects on family traditions, Ser&rsquo;Darius talks about the improvisational nature of Caribbean-American Christmases, the last-minute planning, and the joy that always comes from bringing everyone together. Now in adulthood, he&rsquo;s created a new tradition: flying his family to a different holiday destination each year, from New York to Big Bear, as a way to give them the gift of exposure and togetherness.
He shares stories from booking Jumanji, his shock at being cast as a high schooler at 30, and the lessons he learned watching superstars work up close. The episode wraps with a fun conversation about his culinary skills and his holiday cooking company, King&rsquo;s Cuisine.
This episode blends culture, comedy, warmth, and legacy &mdash; everything that makes the holidays meaningful.

In this warm and entertaining episode of Holiday AF, actor Ser’Darius Blain joins hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williamsand MAJOR. to explore the rich holiday traditions shaped by his Haitian, Dominican, and Southern roots. Ser’Darius recounts the foods, rituals, and last-minute holiday planning that defined his Miami upbringing — from cornbread and collard greens to griot, curry goat, and family phone chains that came together into joyful, improvised celebrations.  He also opens up about discovering acting while on a pre-med track, dropping out of medical school to pursue his passion, and moving to New York, where he experienced his first snowy Christmas. Ser’Darius shares behind-the-scenes stories from Jumanji, his journey to landing the role, and the surreal experience of watching major stars work up close.  As an adult, he’s created a new holiday tradition of flying his family to different destinations — from New York to Big Bear — believing the gift of exposure is one of the greatest gifts he can offer. The conversation closes with fun insights into his culinary talents and his holiday meal-prep company, King’s Cuisine.  This episode blends multicultural heritage, comedy, and holiday warmth into an uplifting seasonal listen.

Ser’Darius Blain on Miami Holidays, Caribbean Traditions, Jumanji & His Funniest Christmas Stories | Holiday AF

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Actor, writer, and director Will Catlett joins Holiday AF for a soulful, funny, and uplifting conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Growing up in Del Ray, a small neighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia, Will reflects on the meaning of a true winter holiday — the cold air, the change of seasons, and the traditions that shaped his childhood. Now raising a daughter of his own, Will shares how fatherhood has transformed him as an artist and why seeing his heart “outside of himself” brings new meaning to the Christmas season.

Will opens up about the holiday rituals he wants to pass on, including his mother’s beautifully decorated Christmas trees, the Black snowman that sat in their window, and the excitement of embracing both joy and cultural representation in his home. He also talks about discovering acting in college — a chance encounter at Foot Locker that led to an acting class and changed the course of his life forever.

The episode takes a hilarious turn as Will participates in the Holiday AF acting game, improvising as an overworked elf named Heathcliff, and later stepping into the role of Santa Claus during a playful skit with Mrs. Claus. The conversation ends with moving reflections on purpose, legacy, and using art as a way to affect change.

This episode blends humor, heart, culture, and craft — a meaningful holiday listen for fans of Will Catlett’s work and spirit.

Actor, writer, and director Will Catlett joins Holiday AF for a soulful, funny, and uplifting conversation with hosts Deborah Joy Winans Williams and MAJOR.. Growing up in Del Ray, a small neighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia, Will reflects on the meaning of a true winter holiday &mdash; the cold air, the change of seasons, and the traditions that shaped his childhood. Now raising a daughter of his own, Will shares how fatherhood has transformed him as an artist and why seeing his heart &ldquo;outside of himself&rdquo; brings new meaning to the Christmas season.
Will opens up about the holiday rituals he wants to pass on, including his mother&rsquo;s beautifully decorated Christmas trees, the Black snowman that sat in their window, and the excitement of embracing both joy and cultural representation in his home. He also talks about discovering acting in college &mdash; a chance encounter at Foot Locker that led to an acting class and changed the course of his life forever.
The episode takes a hilarious turn as Will participates in the Holiday AF acting game, improvising as an overworked elf named Heathcliff, and later stepping into the role of Santa Claus during a playful skit with Mrs. Claus. The conversation ends with moving reflections on purpose, legacy, and using art as a way to affect change.
This episode blends humor, heart, culture, and craft &mdash; a meaningful holiday listen for fans of Will Catlett&rsquo;s work and spirit.

In this heartfelt and humorous episode of Holiday AF, actor Will Catlett reflects on the traditions and values that shaped his winter holidays growing up in Del Ray, Virginia. Will shares stories of cold-weather Christmases, his mother’s beautifully decorated tree, and the Black snowman that proudly sat in their window — a symbol of cultural joy and representation.  Now experiencing his first Christmas as a father, Will discusses how parenthood deepens his artistry and expands his understanding of love, legacy, and what it means to raise a child during the holiday season. He opens up about discovering acting unexpectedly in college and how one moment of curiosity led him to a destiny-shifting acting class.  With warmth and humor, Will joins the hosts for the Holiday AF acting challenge, improvising as an exhausted elf named Heathcliff and stepping into a comedic Santa Claus skit. The episode closes with Will’s reflections on artistry as a form of service — a way to affect change in the hearts of humanity.  A rich blend of comedy, heart, culture, and holiday spirit, this episode highlights Will Catlett’s depth, talent, and generosity.

Will Catlett on Cold-Weather Christmases, Fatherhood, Acting Breakthroughs & Holiday Joy | Holiday AF

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Trevor Jackson on Indiana Winters, Family Traditions & His Funniest Holiday Moments | Holiday AF

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