Kev sits down with Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actress, writer, and producer Issa Rae for a hilarious and honest conversation about mistakes, growth, and resilience. Issa opens up about overspending as a young creator, her fear that success can disappear at any moment, and the importance of continuously investing in herself.

She also reflects on her pilot, I Hate L.A. Dudes, calling it “the most devastating thing ever,” and shares the invaluable lessons it taught her. To wrap things up, Kev confesses that he once auditioned for Insecure and got rejected.

Kev sits down with Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actress, writer, and producer Issa Rae&nbsp;for a hilarious and honest conversation about mistakes, growth, and resilience. Issa opens up about overspending as a young creator, her fear that success can disappear at any moment, and the importance of continuously investing in herself.
She also reflects on her pilot,&nbsp;I Hate L.A. Dudes, calling it &ldquo;the most devastating thing ever,&rdquo; and shares the invaluable lessons it taught her. To wrap things up, Kev confesses that he once auditioned for&nbsp;Insecure and&nbsp;got rejected.

KevOnStage (Kevin Fredricks) sits down with entertainers, athletes, entrepreneurs and comedians to explore their "Not My Best Moment." The low points in life or career that unexpectedly led to growth, blessings or major wins. 

KevOnStage (Kevin Fredricks) sits down with entertainers, athletes, entrepreneurs and comedians to explore their "Not My Best Moment." The low points in life or career that unexpectedly led to growth, blessings or major wins.&nbsp;

Not My Best Moment with KevOnStage

Issa Rae Reflects on Career Highs, Lows, and the Fear of Losing It All

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Angel Laketa Moore, Kev’s co-host on Here’s the Thing, joins Not My Best Moment to talk about her journey in entertainment since moving to Los Angeles in 2003.

From being cut from TV pilots and table reads to losing roles on shows like Black-ish and Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea. Angel has experienced plenty of moments where things didn’t go according to plan. She even reminds Kev about the time she got cut from one of his own shows.

Angel and Kev trade stories about the grind of the entertainment industry, the importance of having people around you who push you to get better and why building your own audience has become such an important path to success.

Angel also opens up about hiding her pregnancy to keep booking work, becoming a successful podcast host and influencer and continuing to make a name for herself as the industry evolves.

For more of Angel and Kev Please Tune into Here's the Thing podcast. 

Follow Angel @thatchickangel on socials.

Angel Laketa Moore, Kev&rsquo;s co-host on&nbsp;Here&rsquo;s the Thing, joins&nbsp;Not My Best Moment&nbsp;to talk about her journey in entertainment since moving to Los Angeles in 2003.
From being cut from TV pilots and table reads to losing roles on shows like Black-ish&nbsp;and&nbsp;Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea.&nbsp;Angel has experienced plenty of moments where things didn&rsquo;t go according to plan. She even reminds Kev about the time she got cut from one of his own shows.
Angel and Kev trade stories about the grind of the entertainment industry, the importance of having people around you who push you to get better and why building your own audience has become such an important path to success.
Angel also opens up about hiding her pregnancy to keep booking work, becoming a successful podcast host and influencer and continuing to make a name for herself as the industry evolves.
For more of Angel and Kev Please Tune into Here's the Thing&nbsp;podcast.&nbsp;
Follow Angel @thatchickangel on socials.

Angel Laketa Moore on Getting Cut From TV Shows to Teaming Up With Kev

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MAJOR. joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about his music career, acting and the moments that have shaped his journey. MAJOR. shares the story behind his name, including why his mother chose to call him Major, and reveals how joking around and singing about a chicken salad sandwich unexpectedly turned into a hit song.

He also opens up about his recent experience with the Grammys and why he decided to write an open letter addressing concerns around the category process. Plus, MAJOR. gives a glimpse into what’s next, including new music that fans won’t want to miss.

Be sure to check out MAJOR.’s latest release and keep up with him on social media @nowthatsmajor

MAJOR. joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about his music career, acting and the moments that have shaped his journey. MAJOR. shares the story behind his name, including why his mother chose to call him Major, and reveals how joking around and singing about a chicken salad sandwich unexpectedly turned into a hit song.
He also opens up about his recent experience with the Grammys and why he decided to write an open letter addressing concerns around the category process. Plus, MAJOR. gives a glimpse into what&rsquo;s next, including new music that fans won&rsquo;t want to miss.
Be sure to check out MAJOR.&rsquo;s latest release and keep up with him on social media @nowthatsmajor

MAJOR. His Open Letter to the Grammys & How a Playful Moment Became a Hit Song

Loren LoRosa joins the show to talk about her journey into journalism, the lessons she is still learning, and what it means to keep pushing forward while figuring things out along the way.

Loren opens up about being the oldest daughter, growing up fast, and learning how to rely on herself. She also clears the air on her role at The Breakfast Club, what her position actually entails, and how she prepares to stay ready for every opportunity that comes her way. From family responsibilities to building a career in media, Loren reflects on the experiences that shaped her and opens up to Kev about what she learned.

Follow Loren LaRosa on social media @lorenlorosa and catch her on The Breakfast Club.

Loren LoRosa joins the show to talk about her journey into journalism, the lessons she is still learning, and what it means to keep pushing forward while figuring things out along the way.
Loren opens up about being the oldest daughter, growing up fast, and learning how to rely on herself. She also clears the air on her role at The Breakfast Club, what her position actually entails, and how she prepares to stay ready for every opportunity that comes her way. From family responsibilities to building a career in media, Loren reflects on the experiences that shaped her and opens up to Kev about what she learned.
Follow Loren LaRosa on social media @lorenlorosa and catch her on The Breakfast Club.

Loren LoRosa: Brown Girl Grinding

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Issa Rae Reflects on Career Highs, Lows, and the Fear of Losing It All

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