about us

Rodney Wash

Born January 3, 1991, Rodney Wash is a native of Gulfport, Mississippi, and is the son of Rodney Wash and Diane Wash. Graduate from Gulfport High School in 2009 and attended the University of Southern Mississippi. 

Rodney wanted to pursue a career in the media and entertainment industry, so he relocated to Atlanta, Georgia in 2014. Rodney started his media journey in 2018 as a radio personality with Kluster Media Radio Station. The title of the radio show was Lipstick and Cognac. The premises of that show focus on bridging the gap between the homosexual and heterosexual black community that involved relationship topics. The Lipstick and Cognac show was later picked up by Rolling Out Magazine, and that’s where Rodney gained exposure to other cultures within the black community. Now Rodney is currently working with AIB Network on his own talk show titled “Over a Cup of Coffee with Rodney Wash”.  The premises of this show is to bring insight and start conversation about exposing taboo subjects within families. Rodney now has a show called Let’s Chat w/ Rodney where he is talking with some of your favorite celebrities. Rodney offers viewers an intimate conversation on a plethora of topics. Viewers can expect discussion on a number of serious topics that many people can relate to with the guest that comes on Rodney’s show.

Rodney is also a published author. The title of his book is “Media World Through my Eyes”.

Solomon E. Stretch

Solomon E. Stretch, the Mental Health Professional and Yogi, he is often the voice of reason. Smart and sometimes shady, he tells it like he sees it. “I’m just here to find my place and share space in this world.”
 

Marco DePrence

Marco DePrence, originator and podcast host of Hear Me Out is finding his stride. Whether he is acting, modeling, or bartending, DePrence is the life of the party. As a Portland native, DePrence has made Atlanta his new home. He considered his nomadic life in D.C., Florida, Tennessee, and New York as a testament of his employment record. 
 

Additionally, DePrence is currently expanding his social space and gaining traction with local community promoters. His ultimate goals are to create collaborative spaces where he can celebrate everyone’s wins. Even though DePrence is privately an introvert, he is a social butterfly in public eager to have a good time. Along with his cool personality, DePrence is an impeccable dresser wearing outfits that are fashion forward that expresses his mood. Though he has had a hard life personally, he has been able to overcome these personal struggles and improved his mental health. 

Shazam

A wise woman once said, “What people want is fantasy, but what they need is reality”… and it will be given by Shazam.



SHAZAM, was born and raised in small town Kokomo, Indiana. Growing up in a small town, Shazam quickly realized he was different and was ready to take the world by storm. 
 
Shazam holds a Master’s in Public Health from Indiana University with a focus in Administration and Policy, with expertise in health policy, health care accessibility for african americans, project management and program development. Shazam enjoys spending time with his family, friends, creating bonds/connecting groups of different people, R&B music and inspiring people to step out of the box / social norm. 
 
Currently, Shazam resides in Atlanta, GA where he works within the healthcare IT space and is also the fitness guru and founder of #BawdiedByShazam, which challenges everyday people to take control of their health to enhance their quality of life through active movement.