Episode Description
Join host G. Keith Alexander on a captivating episode of WHAT’S HOT! HarlemAmerica as he welcomes special guest Jared McCallister, renowned former editor and columnist of the New York Daily News. Jared takes us on a journey through Harlem’s rich history and vibrant culture, sharing insights from his years as the author of the iconic Caribbean column. Don’t miss this enlightening episode of WHAT’S HOT! HarlemAmerica as we celebrate Harlem’s incredible journey and the dynamic individuals who continue to make an impact on its past, present, and future. Tune in to witness the captivating tale of Harlem’s Evolution: 125 Years of History and Commerce!
Guest Biography
Jared McCallister is a former New York Daily News editor and columnist who continues to author the paper’s 40-year-old Caribbean column and edit special supplements for the newspaper, such as the Black History Month section. He also works on freelance projects, such as the upcoming Harlem’s Evolution, a publication chronicling the 125th-year existence of the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, and the history of Harlem.
Host – G. Keith Alexander
Born and raised in Chicago, G. Keith Alexander as a young boy had dreams of becoming a disc jockey and eventually became music director, afternoon jock, and leader of the launch team for his native city’s new station WGCI. His baritone delivery has also resounded over the airwaves of Disco 92 WKTU, 98.7 KISS-FM, former jazz station WRVR, Inner City Broadcasting’s WBLS in the Big Apple, Clear Channel’s Jammin’ 105, and Infinity’s New MIX 102.7.
G. Keith is also the host of “What’s Hot! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander”, the first podcast hosted on the HarlemAmerica Digital Network. He talks with a great variety of influential black voices in the entertainment industry like Gloria Gaynor, Keith David, Dionne Warwick, Darrin Henson, Phylicia Rashad, and more.
Episode Description
Join host G. Keith Alexander on a captivating episode of WHAT’S HOT! HarlemAmerica as he welcomes special guest Jared McCallister, renowned former editor and columnist of the New York Daily News. Jared takes us on a journey through Harlem’s rich history and vibrant culture, sharing insights from his years as the author of the iconic Caribbean column. Don’t miss this enlightening episode of WHAT’S HOT! HarlemAmerica as we celebrate Harlem’s incredible journey and the dynamic individuals who continue to make an impact on its past, present, and future. Tune in to witness the captivating tale of Harlem’s Evolution: 125 Years of History and Commerce!
Host – G. Keith Alexander
Born and raised in Chicago, G. Keith Alexander as a young boy had dreams of becoming a disc jockey and eventually became music director, afternoon jock, and leader of the launch team for his native city’s new station WGCI. His baritone delivery has also resounded over the airwaves of Disco 92 WKTU, 98.7 KISS-FM, former jazz station WRVR, Inner City Broadcasting’s WBLS in the Big Apple, Clear Channel’s Jammin’ 105, and Infinity’s New MIX 102.7.
G. Keith is also the host of “What’s Hot! HarlemAmerica with G. Keith Alexander”, the first podcast hosted on the HarlemAmerica Digital Network. He talks with a great variety of influential black voices in the entertainment industry like Gloria Gaynor, Keith David, Dionne Warwick, Darrin Henson, Phylicia Rashad, and more.
Guest Biography
Jared McCallister is a former New York Daily News editor and columnist who continues to author the paper’s 40-year-old Caribbean column and edit special supplements for the newspaper, such as the Black History Month section. He also works on freelance projects, such as the upcoming Harlem’s Evolution, a publication chronicling the 125th-year existence of the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce, and the history of Harlem.
