Kev sits down with writer, actor, and content creator Shantel Smith for a conversation full of faith, laughs, and unexpected stories. Shantel opens up about her journey into content creation, her views on faith and theology, and a past that Kev definitely did not see coming.From funny reflections to deeper conversations about where faith can take you, this episode is full of surprises, honesty and plenty of laughs.

Kev sits down with writer, actor, and content creator Shantel Smith for a conversation full of faith, laughs, and unexpected stories. Shantel opens up about her journey into content creation, her views on faith and theology, and a past that Kev definitely did not see coming.From funny reflections to deeper conversations about where faith can take you, this episode is full of surprises, honesty and plenty of laughs.

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

Kev Finds Out Shantel Smith Has Lived Many Lives

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For the final episode of Not My Best Moment, KevOnStage looks back at some of the best moments and conversations from the season. From funny stories and tough setbacks to lessons learned and moments of growth, this episode highlights some of the conversations that made the season special. Featuring moments from RaeShanda Lias, Corey Barrett, Tony Baker, Tabitha Brown, Anthony "Spice" Adams, Melanie Goolsby and Kalen Allen. Thank you to everyone who watched, listened and supported Not My Best Moment throughout the season.

 

For the final episode of&nbsp;Not My Best Moment, KevOnStage looks back at some of the best moments and conversations from the season.&nbsp;From funny stories and tough setbacks to lessons learned and moments of growth, this episode highlights some of the conversations that made the season special.&nbsp;Featuring moments from RaeShanda Lias, Corey Barrett, Tony Baker, Tabitha Brown, Anthony "Spice" Adams, Melanie Goolsby and Kalen Allen.&nbsp;Thank you to everyone who watched, listened and supported&nbsp;Not My Best Moment&nbsp;throughout the season.
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The Best of Not My Best Moment

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Before becoming a showrunner, writer, producer, director and author, Felicia Pride had to take some major chances on herself.

dFelicia joins KevOnStage to talk about her Not My Best Moment, the experiences in Baltimore that pushed her to make a change and what ultimately brought her to Los Angeles to pursue her dream of becoming a writer. At 35, she was still determined to build the career she envisioned, even when the path was far from easy.

She opens up about the lessons she learned along the way, from losing a home and starting over on the West Coast to building a career that would eventually include writing on shows like Bel-Air, Grey’s Anatomy and Queen Sugar.

Now, Felicia is taking on one of the biggest chapters of her career as the creator, showrunner and executive producer of Netflix’s A Different World sequel series. She gives us a peek at what fans can expect as a new generation heads to Hillman College while honoring the legacy of the original series.

A Different World premieres September 24, 2026, exclusively on Netflix.

Tell a friend to tell a friend and support the next chapter of Hillman!

For more, follow Felicia Pride @feliciapride on social media.

Before becoming a showrunner, writer, producer, director and author, Felicia Pride had to take some major chances on herself.
dFelicia joins KevOnStage to talk about her Not My Best Moment, the experiences in Baltimore that pushed her to make a change and what ultimately brought her to Los Angeles to pursue her dream of becoming a writer. At 35, she was still determined to build the career she envisioned, even when the path was far from easy.
She opens up about the lessons she learned along the way, from losing a home and starting over on the West Coast to building a career that would eventually include writing on shows like Bel-Air, Grey&rsquo;s Anatomy and Queen Sugar.
Now, Felicia is taking on one of the biggest chapters of her career as the creator, showrunner and executive producer of Netflix&rsquo;s A Different World sequel series. She gives us a peek at what fans can expect as a new generation heads to Hillman College while honoring the legacy of the original series.
A Different World premieres September 24, 2026, exclusively on Netflix.
Tell a friend to tell a friend and support the next chapter of Hillman!
For more, follow Felicia Pride @feliciapride on social media.

Felicia Pride on Starting Over at 35 and Creating A Different World Sequel 

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Before the hit records, Grammy nominations and success, KEM had to find his way through some incredibly difficult seasons of life.

KEM joins KevOnStage to talk about navigating addiction and balancing credit cards while still holding onto his dream of making music. He reflects on the faith, discipline and perseverance that helped him rebuild his life, bet on himself and eventually create the career he envisioned. It might have been hard on his credit, but he found a way to make it happen.

KEM also opens up about what those early struggles taught him, how he’s stayed grounded throughout his success, why he still loves singing the fan-favorite songs that helped build his career and the new chapter he’s creating with his latest music and Kemistry Records.

For more KEM please visit his website: musicbykem.com

Follow KEM @musicbykem

Before the hit records, Grammy nominations and success, KEM had to find his way through some incredibly difficult seasons of life.
KEM joins KevOnStage to talk about navigating addiction and balancing credit cards while still holding onto his dream of making music. He reflects on the faith, discipline and perseverance that helped him rebuild his life, bet on himself and eventually create the career he envisioned. It might have been hard on his credit, but he found a way to make it happen.
KEM also opens up about what those early struggles taught him, how he&rsquo;s stayed grounded throughout his success, why he still loves singing the fan-favorite songs that helped build his career and the new chapter he&rsquo;s creating with his latest music and Kemistry Records.
For more KEM please visit his website: musicbykem.com
Follow KEM @musicbykem

KEM: Finding Your Way Through Hard Times

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Kev Finds Out Shantel Smith Has Lived Many Lives

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