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NOLAZINE INTERVIEWS


Drake’s “Find Your Love” Was Originally Meant for Rihanna—Until He Took a Risk on Himself
Before it became one of Drake’s most emotionally charged hits , “Find Your Love” was actually written with Rihanna in mind. The...


Ann Mayes: A Story of Resilience, Legacy, and Faith from Getting Shot And Being Paralyzed For The Rest Of Her Life
Ann Mayes has never been one to shy away from her truth. A proud native of the 9th Ward in New Orleans, she comes from a large and...


Jason Weaver And His Mother Turned Down $2 Million Dollars for The Original Lion King —And It Paid Off Big Time
In a move that would prove to be both bold and brilliant, Jason Weaver , the talented singer behind young Simba’s voice in Disney’s 1994...


15-Year-Old Invented A Soap To Potentially Treat Skin Cancer
At just 15 years old, Heman Bekele is already making history. The teen from Virginia has been named TIME Magazine’s 2024 Kid of the...


How Red Bull “Littered” Its Way to Global Fame: The Genius of Early Guerrilla Marketing
Before Red Bull became a billion-dollar brand synonymous with extreme sports, energy boosts, and daring stunts, it was just another...


PUMA Still Deposits Money Into A Trust Fund For Nipsey Hussle's Kids Every Year
The legacy of Nipsey Hussle continues to live on—not just through his music and community impact but also through the business moves he...


New Orleans, Louisiana Native 29 Year Old Hashim Walters Wants To Buy Spirit Airlines, Making It The First Black Owned Airline
Hashim Walters, a 29-year-old entrepreneur from New Orleans, has set his sights on making history by acquiring Spirit Airlines, which...


Paulla McCarthy Makes History as The First Black Woman To Own A Spring Water Bottling Plant In New York
Meet Paulla McCarthy, a trailblazing single mother from New York City who has shattered barriers by becoming the first Black woman to own...


Jasmine Carson: From L.S.U Pro Athlete To Building A Rental Car Empire And Mastering Business Credit
Jasmine Carson's journey is a testament to resilience, ambition, and reinvention. From excelling as a professional athlete to...


Jaren Mitchell: A Multi-Talented New Orleans Creative Director, Actor & Candle Maker
Jaren Mitchell is a name to remember. An actor, candle maker, and creative director hailing from New Orleans East, he embodies the spirit...


From Smoothie Shop to Custom Suits: The Inspiring Journey of Entrepreneur Chris Cook, aka Chris Fellow
Chris Cook, widely known as Chris Fellow, hails from Gretna, West Bank, New Orleans, where he enjoyed a fulfilling childhood despite his...


Rodney Jerkins AKA Darkchild Will Be Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall of Fame This Year
Legendary producer and songwriter Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins will be inducted into the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame this year,...


16-Year-Old Chase Lancaster Is Expected To Make A Full Recovery After Jumping In Front of Gunfire To Save A Complete Stranger
16-Year-Old Hero Chase Lancaster Saves a Stranger's Life in a Brave Act of Sacrifice Not all heroes wear capes. Sometimes, they’re...


Israel aka King Izzy: Uniting New Orleans Through Music, Faith, and Purpose
Born and raised in the heart of New Orleans’ 9th Ward, Israel, better known as King Izzy, is on a mission to unite his city through the...


The Story Behind Nintendo’s Betrayal of Sony: The Birth of the PlayStation Revolution
The history of video games is marked by pivotal moments that have reshaped the industry, but few are as dramatic and consequential as...


From Incarceration to Inspiration: Ed Hennings Launches the First Black-Owned Work Boot Company in the USA
At 52 years old, Ed Hennings embodies the power of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. After serving 20 years in prison, this Milwaukee...


Ryan Coogler Credits His Wife For His Success. When He Was Broke, She Brought Him His First Screenwriting Software.
Ryan Coogler, the groundbreaking filmmaker behind Black Panther and other cinematic milestones, recently acknowledged the invaluable...


Rapper And Businessman Jay Wayne Jenkins, Known As Young Jeezy, Is Taking A Unique Approach To Celebrating His Birthdays
Rapper and businessman Jay Wayne Jenkins, known as Young Jeezy, is taking a unique approach to celebrating his birthdays. Rather than...


30 Year Old Anna-Marie Ortiz Quit Her Job And Launched A Cleaning Business That Makes 10K A Month
Anna-Marie Ortiz, founder and CEO of Cool Aunt Cleaners, has turned a bold career move into a thriving business that’s quickly becoming a...


Five Friends Saved $50 Weekly For Two Years To Buy Their First Investment Property
In 2019, five friends from Philadelphia—Najee Hannigan, cousins Meqai Herder and Ahmed Hill, and long-time friends Tyree Harvey and...
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