Host Erick welcomes Chicago-born, L.A.-based writer, producer, and singer Jay Penn. Creator of the acclaimed web series Love & Us — a story of three Black gay men navigating love and friendship in Los Angeles — Jay shares what it means to carve an independent lane in entertainment as a Black queer creative.
He opens up about his music, the making of his sensual music video for "Euphoria", and why accurately representing Black gay men drives his work. Jay Penn also discusses the inspiration behind Love & Us, which explores themes of careers and same-gender-loving relationships.
A candid, inspiring conversation about Black gay storytelling, creative resilience, and the courage it takes to bet on yourself.
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