AWIAFF Screening: Sat. Apr. 28, 2:10pm A SEX TYPE THING BEAUTY BITES BEAST – FEATURE DOC Synopsis: Often humorous always dynamic documentary which flips ideas of women’s self-defense upside-down. Dolores Huerta; Gavin de Becker; Riane Eisler; Ellen Snortland; Dr. Bessel Van der Kolk; Ellen Snortland, Director. Adult themes. USA Interview […]
Author: Kaylene Peoples
AWIAFF 2018 | Interviews with Helenna Santos & Alexandra Boylan of “At Your Own Risk”
AWIAFF Screening: Fri. Apr. 27, 9:00pm ULTIMATE INDEPENDENCE, I AT YOUR OWN RISK – FEATURE NARRATIVE Logline: Two women embark on an adventure to save their careers, only to discover that they must save themselves. Synopsis: Two career driven women are hired to test out a unique treasure hunt deep […]
AWIAFF 2018: Interview with The 5th PASSENGER’s Director Scotty Baker
AWIAFF Screening: Fri. Apr. 27, 9:20pm FEMININE COSMOS 5th PASSENGER – FEATURE NARRATIVE “In a future world during an oppressive class war, one woman with her unborn child fights against her fellow male passengers and an alien creature to survive in an escape pod. Morgan Lariah; Manu Intiraymi; Tim Russ; […]
Thanksgiving: Tofu or Turkey, That Is the Question
So it’s Thanksgiving and it’s your turn to host the dinner this year. What a lovely notion. Hope you’ve been reading up on the latest information on preparing a meal with multiple guests? We’ve all seen the YouTube videos with the traditional turkey, mash potatoes, stuffing, Mac and Cheese, where […]
Larry Dunn’s Anthology of Earth, Wind & Fire: The Holy Grail of My Youth
Wednesday, April 26, 2017, was a night to remember. With a tip sheet that included Ronnie Laws, Ndugu Chancler, Bunny Brunel, Luenell, and too many more to name, the cast of supportive, celebrity colleagues went on and on as the lights dimmed. Guests finished their meals and the show started […]
Le Larry Coryell Hommage à the Blue Whale Jazz Club: une promenade de souvenirs.
Par Kaylene Peoples | 10 avril 2017 | AGENDA MAGAZINE (www.agendamag.com) The Blue Whale Jazz Club du centre-ville a Los Angeles est connue pour sa musique organique, avec une variété de styles tels que la fusion, le jazz contemporain, le New âge et ceux qui se développent dans une atmosphère […]
Larry Coryell Tribute at the Blue Whale: A Stroll Down Memory Lane
The Blue Whale in Downtown L.A. is known for organic music, featuring a variety of styles such as fusion, contemporary jazz, new age, and those that thrive in a cozy, ambient atmosphere. Saturday, March 25, 2017, from 9:00 PM to 11:45 PM was filled with the essence of Larry Coryell, […]
The 89th Academy Awards Was Full of Surprises!
It seems the 89th Academy Awards was full of surprises. Nobody can complain about the lack of diversity this year! Compared to the number of minorities (particularly African-American nominees) to non-minority nominees, I have never seen so many holding gold statues – though quite deserving. It was predicted that La […]
NAMM 2017 – A Lot for Women this Year!
I have been attending the NAMM show for years, way before it started exhibiting in Anaheim. And I have to admit that it has always seemed a testosterone-heavy event—very few women; mostly male engineers, male rockers, instrument manufacturers, and gear galore. My visit every year included a few booths that benefited […]
Designer Meltem Özbek Introduces “Lady Bird” for Spring/Summer 2017
During Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Istanbul, Turkey, October 15, 2017, at Zorlu Center, designer Meltem Özbek presented her Spring/Summer 2017 collection “Lady Bird,” which was inspired by tropical shades and exotic shapes. Meltem Özbek blends her latest collection with silk, denim, metallic fabrics, and an array of other textiles. Wispy […]








