ISSUE NO. 6
8 Questions Every Content Creator Should Ask Themselves Fitness Tip
Stories from Kami Simmons, Lick My Fashion, The Conscious Lee and Robiiiworld
Content Moguls
Exclusive Stories featuring Artists MARi Burelle and BMF Cash
SCAN WITH APP
ISSUE NO. 6
Content Moguls
Lick My Fashion, The Conscious Lee, Robiiiworld and Kami Simmons
SCAN WITH APP
13 10
06
15
Table of Contents 03 04
8 Questions Every Content Creator Should Ask Themselves
09 10
Model: Jasmine Raiford
Queen, Diva, Media Conglomerate: Kami Simmons
05
Content Creator: ZonaSimz
11
Life is a Show: MARi Burelle
06
The Virgin Hair Fantasy: Jane Harris
13
Business Man First: BMF Cash
07
11
From the CEO: Dwyane Stovall
08
Motivational Fitness Champ Robert Wilmonte Art is my Superpower: Creative Artist Lex Ellis aka Stoic
14 15
Business: Ocean Glam Boutique
17
Fitness Tips with Cyn The Great
18
I Am Great: Robiiiworld
19 20 21
First Glance: Jalen Mack
Model: Henry Nickson
Kickin' it with Keff: Keith Wayne Riley
Consciously Speaking: The Conscious Lee ISSUE #6 | 2
From the CEO Every day we all strive to do something great. Entertainment is one of many avenues that allows us to see the ideas and creativity from creatives all over the world brought to us through content creation. This issue is dedicated to a special group of content creators who we believe are constantly making a difference on many social platforms from education awareness, movies and skits, style and fashion, and impactful interviews. It is imperative that we give flowers to people who inspire us so to all of our featured content creators of Issue #6: Flowers, and content creators all over the world…this one is for you. It is crucial that we never give up because we are ‘too’ inspiring others who have the same vision as we do letting them know that it is possible to manifest the things you want when you put in the work to achieve it. With each story that you read, our hope is that you enjoy the authenticity in the articles about others like you who stories may remind you of a similar journey that is apart of the content creation world. We all go through situations in life that may try to throw us off as we work to sustain a healthy balanced life from our 9-5 routine and time spent creating, but always remember that over time, it all comes to fruition as long as you are consistent. I urge you to continue being the best at what you do, and never allow anything to distract you from your purpose no matter what that purpose is for you. Allow yourself to make the necessary mistakes, learn from those mistakes, and then correct them if you see them again which is all apart of the growing process in any business. On behalf of my entire team and myself, we would like to say Congratulations to each of you for helping us make this Issue a success, and to our readers/supporters we have gained over the years, this one's for you.
ISSUE #6 | 3
8 Questions Every Content Creator Should Ask Themselves What does being a Content Creator mean to you? List the name/topic of the content/ ideas you plan on implementing 2022/2023 as a Content Creator? How many hours are you planning to spend on creating? What strategies will you take to get started and what is the end goal? What mental exercises will you integrate into your creation process? How do you plan on bringing awareness to your content? What do you think you need from supporters? Where do you see yourself in 3-5 years?
ISSUE #6 | 4
MOTIVATIONAL FITNESS CHAMP
Featuring Robert Wilmonte (NDO CHAMP) Written by: Cyn The Great
HOW IT BEGAN...
Liberia native Robert Wilmonte came over to the United States in the early\ 2000s. He watched as his single mother struggled to raise him and four siblings in a one bedroom apartment. They moved to Newark, New Jersey where he found himself mixing with the wrong crowds and in the streets hustling in order to help provide for his family. Going down this path led him to federal prison. With the time spent locked away Rob had nothing but time to plan what he would do with his time once he was released back into the world. He realized that his new purpose was to help teach others how to navigate after prison and to help others stray away from the wrong decisions in life that could easily land them where he once was; behind bars.
THE CHANGE
NDO Champ now creates content on multiple platforms that provide: • Motivation- “There are too many people in the world that struggle with mental health issues or just don’t have the outlets they need in order to feel and do better.” • Comedy- “On a daily basis I try to provide my audience with a break from their realities by making them laugh while teaching them about health and nutrition.” • Fitness- “Seeing how people have become so comfortable with being overweight and unhealthy just makes me feel so bad. Knowing how the government works especially hard in black communities to destroy us health wise makes me want to educate my people more about health, nutrition and mental awareness.”
ISSUE #6 | 7
MOVING FORWARD
NDO Champ uses his platform to share personal insight of his life experiences to teach others to overcome obesity, poverty and beating the system by staying out of jail. He spreads his content over different social media platforms and targets the audiences that are most prominent within each platform. Rob’s signature moves in his videos are “the walk” and “the kick” that went viral on NFL, ESPN, Sports Center and almost every platform . The skit shows a client finishing a workout and sneaking over to Dunkin Doughnuts just to get caught by Rob who does the walk and kicks the food out of his arms. From there he just created this character that is able to give comedic situations that make people laugh while teaching them to do better. Rob makes sure he keeps his content professional and focuses on the business side of anything that he does making sure to not blur the lines with his personal life. When he’s not creating content he’s educating and building a legacy for all the underdogs who were told that they wouldn’t amount to much of anything. . As an athlete Rob is constanting training, networking and bodybuilding. He is working on an APP to be released before 2022 is over that offers a space to do everything that social media platforms offer alongside a space where other content creators can come together in order to create content and have a safe space that keeps them off the streets and out of trouble.
DON’T GIVE IN!
Rob expressed that if he could advise his followers; he would let them know that “everyone isn’t always going to understand or support you. As long as you do things with passion and from your heart; people will
naturally gravitate towards you. A lot of times the motivation that I put out for others is more for me because if I don’t believe in myself no one else will.” Not every post is for likes or views, in Rob’s eyes. For him it's about reaching the one person who needs to hear a specific message. One person, video or message at a time, NDO Champ, Rob, plans to use his knowledge as tools to better prepare anyone that encounters his work. Whether it’s in front of a camera or in person Rob expressed that he’s the same genuine person who just wants to see others do better and win.
ART
IS MY SUPERPOWER By Donte’ D. Harvey Art work created by: @search_stoic
“My name is Lex, I live in Atlanta, but I’m from Florida.” The calming tenor mixed with cool melodic baritone pitches exits from his vocal chords as Lex introduces himself. Known on tiktok as Search_Stoic, this man is not just an artist, but he is a superhero. Not all heroes wear caps, that much is obvious, some wear spandex costumes, but this superhero adorns himself in a creative cloak that allows his artwork to be his superpower. So what makes him a superhero? Does his art come to life? The answer would
be both yes and no. Yes it comes to life, but not in the literal sense of artwork living like humans. The life that it does take is the impact that it makes to those who view it. The voice of representation and freedom that is designed in every character. His superhero origin story begins in Florida as a child, being attracted to comic books and animation, his power was a “happy accident.” From there he re-invented a genre of artwork that was geared towards bringing a voice to marginalized communities and individuals. Growing up in a religious household, he struggled with expressing himself fully, the biggest thing that was a struggle was his sexuality. As a black man in the south, growing up in an economically disadvantaged community, the talks of art school and freedom in sexuality were something that he wasn’t exposed to. The social climate at the time produced a level of toxic masculinity that tried multiple times to suppress the artistic voice. Although the pressure from society was thick, Lex’s determination was beyond the weight of the pressure. With his gift, he incorporated his life’s struggles, success
and influences inside of his artwork, giving each piece a voice of its own. Speaking out for the Lgbtq+ community, advocating for Black Lives Matter, and advancing the visibility of other marginalized groups, this superpower has strengthened his platform and has given him a fanbase that follows everything that he does. With such an amazing gift, his talents have the potential of reaching Marvel and DC comics. He doesn’t just limit himself to artwork, he is also a social justice warrior and will allow his artwork to even help advance the awareness of small brands and businesses. An amazing superpower from an unlikely superhero. In a time like this, we often are plagued with issues. In each generation, a voice rises up and serves as a hero that can and will challenge and change the narrative and plot a new course to liberation and equality. For this generation, Lex is one of those heroes that we can turn to and see him using his powers for the greater good of everyone. Although some may consider him average, many look at his artwork as a superpower.
ISSUE #6 | 8
Jasmine Raiford
@jasmine.raidford
Photography Credits: Kemet Alston @kemet_alston
ISSUE #6 | 9
Queen, Diva, Media Conglomerate:
Kami Simmons
K S Photography Credits: Sickflo - @globalflopics Edited by: Ralph - @rlathepoet
R
eal queens don’t throw shade. As a matter of fact, shade isn’t even in their vocabulary, that is because they are confident enough to shine side by side with other queens while grooming princesses to ascend to the throne. Real queens like Beyonce’, Oprah Winfrey, and Michelle Obama have blazed paths wide enough for other queens to walk on. One of those queens who took the path that was paved for them was none other than Kami Simmons. Representing the culture and establishing her reign as an emerging leader. Simmons grew up in the Washington, D.C. area surrounded by politicians and game changers that would influence her view of the world. Raised in a single family home, Simmons was always surrounded by strong women that would reinforce the strength of Black women. Her mother being her chief influence, raised her to believe that she could have the world and nothing less. That greatness was meant for her even if she had to create her own opportunities and reality. Those opportunities and reality started to manifest as she found herself serving as a White House Intern during the Obama administration.
Within the White House, she has worked on policy issues, especially those that affect young girls and women. She worked closely with former First Lady Michelle Obama when it came to her initiative to serve as a mentor to high school girls who were first generational graduates within their families. This act of reaching back helped shape her mission and vision of continuing the legacy of giving back
From the White House, she served as a news correspondent for NBC, she was a producer at BET, intern for several radio stations and eventually started her own streaming platform and media production company, First Class TV. While creating her own media company, she continued to freelance with different media outlets and even garnered red carpets hosting events. With all eyes on her, she’s remained humble enough to realize that this journey was not because of her own doing. Although she acknowledges the hard work that she puts in, she often credits her mother with being her foundation and support system. Her mother, being a stable and constant figure in her life, often poured volumes of wisdom and confidence into Simmons. This support
system was so strong that upon deciding to relocate to Atlanta from D.C., her mother was very supportive of her move. That support pushed her to achieve levels of success in a new setting. As well as being a media diva, Simmons is also a content creator. Her content shows the behind-the-scenes of her career as well as provides encouragement to everyone who visits her platforms, especially Black girls and women. Serving as a beacon of encouragement and hope, she wants every Black woman and girl to know that all things are possible and plausible for them. From creating her own lanes of opportunity, to growing into the influencer that she is, Kami Simmons is worthy of the crown that she wears with grace. She has proven her worth and multiplied it, making her a true queen. Never intimidated, but welcoming of the next, she holds the door of success wide open for the next generation. Creating her own reality, Queen Kami is sure of one thing, that whatever life has for her is nothing but greatness. Written By Donte’ D. Harvey
ISSUE #6 | 10
KICKIN’ IT with Keef Written By: Donte’ D. Harvey; Photography Credits: Antonio Garza
“Who gon’ check me?” When those nefarious words rushed out of the mouth of Bravo star, Sheree Whitfield, it was a culture shift that taught multiple generations how to deliver iconic reads that will leave you speechless. Little did she know, there was a young gentleman in Kentucky that was not only able to check people, but he is more than capable of teaching you that he’s the right one that will get you educated about why he is the wrong one to try. This gentleman is none other than Keith Wayne Riley. Hailing from the rolling blue hills of Kentucky, Keith is not just your average podcaster. He is a culture shifter. A culture shifter is someone, who without effort, shifts the paradigm of the culture. From his podcast, to his social media influences, he is showing people that what you see is what you get, however don’t cross the line or you’ll get more than what you bargained for. After growing up in Kentucky, Keith was looking for change, looking for his lane that would allow him to grow and define his life. He felt as if his environment was not conducive for his personality, so in his late 20s, he moved to Phoenix, AZ. Originally relocating due to a job opportunity, Keith’s star power started to take off like a NASA space shuttle. Tapping into music, being a social media influencer and a podcast host, he has paved a lane for himself and others, giving a voice to people that either have no voice or the ones whose voice has been misconstrued and misrepresented. This drive and passion extends from his upbringing around a strong family. Raised by a strong grandmother, he credits her and his parents for his strength, passion and goofiness.
His family, the source of his humor and larger than life personality, taught him through their life that he could do whatever he desired. With both his parents revolving in and out of incarceration, he looked at their lives and decided that he was going to break a generational curse. Through his many topics that he discusses on his podcast, we see the breaking of that generational curse. Often starting his shows with the one line zinger, “we’re going to talk about not, but talk about everything,” Keith leaves his platform open to healing, laughter, growth and entertainment. Ever evolving and growing as a social media influencer and a culture shifter, he is quick to read a dissenter and a hater for filth. As an openly gay man, he defends the Lgbtq+ community and other marginalized communities, while holding everyone accountable. Could this be why Keith Riley has one of the fastest growing platforms? Could it be the fact that he is not programmed to get likes and go viral, but his end goal is to be authentic and tangible to his audience? That tangibility and relatability is what is driving him to succeed, because he knows that once he gets to the top, he will be able to bring others with him. Even on his journey to the top, he will help others by volunteering his platform and voice and give space to those who need it. Often acting a plum fool on Instagram, we see a young man that is humble, generous and quick witted. Although we may see him doing podcasts now, the sky's the limit, and hopefully we will see him on television and hear him on syndicated radio. With a larger than life personality, we all are in his world, kickin’ it with Keef.
ISSUE #6 | 21
TERESTED IN ADVERTISEMENT, N AND ARTICLES, PLEASE VISIT
ULMAGAZINE.COM
T LULMAGAZINE13@GMAIL.COM
ALL ISSUES ARE AVAILABLE DIGITALLY
INAUGURAL EDITION DWYANE STOVALL FOUNDER OF LUL
“IF I TOLD YOU THE TRUTH, WOULD YOU STILL LOVE ME?”
WE MEAN
BUSINESS
LIVING OUT LOUD
https://issuu.com/lulmagazine https://www.letuslivemagazine.com
ISSUE #6 | 22