Wali Jamal's guest appearances

Wali Jamal

Voice of the Arts

Storybeat with Steve Cuden

Among Neighbors Podcast

Alexis Johnson

Kimberly Ellis

Connie George

OwlTail

Wali Jamal stars in August Wilson's "Seven Guitars," being presented by the University of Pittsburgh's Department of Theater Arts.  It runs February 17th through 26th at the Charity Randall Theater.  WQED-FM's Jim Cunningham spoke with the actor about the play, August Wilson and more.

In this episode Andy and Barbara discuss how Santa is portrayed in American culture, and how Black Santas are less common. They are then joined by Debbie Norrell, a Lifestyle Writer at The Soul Pitt Quarterly and collector of Black Santas. Later Wali Jamal Abdullah, a Playwright, Actor, and Artistic Director, joins us to discuss is his experience playing Santa as a Black man. Also discussed are childhood Christmases and some thoughts on how to be more inclusive during the holidays.

Inclusive Holidays with Debbie Norrell and Wali Jamal Abdullah