EGYPT SHERROD simultaneously holds down duties as the Midday Personality on NYC’s 107.5 WBLS, host of Fine Living Network’s “Bartender Wars”, correspondent for NBC Universal’s “The Maury Show”, and co-host of the syndicated daytime TV hit “Home Delivery” (now re- airing on the Ion Network). For five years she was recognized as the voice of Premiere Radio Networks “Synopsis” entertainment report on “Live In The Den With Big Tigger” which was broadcast in over 72 cities across 3 continents, making her one of the most recognizable voices in the syndicated radio arena.
This multi-media do-it-all has been consistently making a name for herself in the TV, radio, commercials, on stage, and most recently in the blogosphere with her entertainment website EgyptSaidSo.com which boasts millions of hits per month. Known for being down-to-earth and for her knack to make even the most private celebrities feel comfortable, EGYPT has interviewed countless A-listers including Oprah Winfrey, Kelly Ripa, Will Smith, John Travolta, Jay-Z, Beyonce, Leonardo Dicaprio, Mariah Carey, Tyler Perry, P. Diddy, & Jamie Foxx just to name a few.
This award-winning broadcast talent is also known as former host of the Power 105.1 Morning Show “Egypt & Ashy” in New York, as well as being a staple on radio stations in other major cities like 100.3 The Beat in Philadelphia and 92Q in Baltimore. In her hometown of Philadelphia, EGYPT earned a Bachelor of the Arts degree from Temple University while majoring in Broadcasting & Telecommunications. She was also a theater student at New York prestigious Tisch School of the Arts.
Egypt has been featured as music expert and pop-culture pundit on CNN’s Headline News, The Today Show, Fox Network and Black Entertainment Television. She can often be seen on the Epix Network reporting from red carpet events and conducting one-one major film junket interviews with top names in entertainment.
Egypt has been featured in The New York Daily News, Time Out New York, BE Magazine, Black Enterprise Magazine, The Source Magazine, VIBE Magazine, KING Magazine, Today’s Black Woman, Today’s Black Man, and various other publications. She has been the recipient of various career achievement awards including being named at the top of R&R Magazine’s “Power Players On The Rise” Top 10 list. She also received the “Executive to Watch” Award from NABFEME (National Association of Black Female Executives in Music & Entertainment).
When you see the byline of Elle Castro, you’re not just seeing the name of an ordinary scribe. Elle is one of the few true journalists of this generation that reminds you of the time when reporting had accuracy and integrity. Elle began her career writing for the The Inside Connection and moved her way up the ranks working with The Source, SOHH.com, Vibe.com, Allhiphop.com, King and many other media outlets. The New York native is currently a producer for Clear Channel’s Premier Radio Networks and co-hosts the online radio show Spotville Radio as an expert on popular entertainment culture and industry.
Tech kid by nature would be an understatement when describing computer-savvy engineer Dwayne Crawford. With over 12 years of experience in radio, Crawford is the go-to guy handling the structure and tedious technicalities behind the production of Big Tigger’s nationally syndicated radio show, Live in The Den and now Egypt’s podcast.
Amber Noble-Garland is a successful entrepreneur whoʼs amassed an impressive resume’ during her 16+ years of experience in business. Her repertoire includes being a multi-million dollar producing real estate expert & investor, entertainment talent manager, career advancement specialist, marketing consultant, motivational speaker, radio/music/television professional and writer.
Her belief is “love what you do for a living” and strive to “make a difference.” Through her talent management & career consulting company, I For Talent, she has contributed to the careers of recognizable figures in media, entertainment and sports. Amber’s clients have included Egypt Sherrod (TV & radio host), Osei “The Dark Secret” (radio & voice-over talent) Idris Elba (actor/musician), Beverly Kearney (award winning Track & Field Coach for Univ. of Texas) and Mister Mann Frisby (author/writer/actor), to name a few.
Amber spent 6 years with global music & content company, the Island Def Jam Music Group. During her tenure as a Director of Marketing for the company, her creative strategies were directly involved in propelling the careers of Jay-Z, LL Cool J, The Roots, Chrisette Michele, Patti LaBelle, The Isley Brothers, Lionel Richie, 112 and Juelz Santana.
Prior to joining IDJ Amber, a Bachelor of Arts graduate of Temple University’s respected communications program, enjoyed a decade long career in radio & television. She held various marketing & promotion director and producer positions with national broadcasting company, Radio One, Inc. in Washington, DC. Throughout her career, she’s also held positions with WPHI-FM, WDAS-FM, WRTI-FM and ABC Network’s top affiliate, WPVI-TV.
Andrea Braswell is a rising senior at Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. She is seeking a Bachelors of Science Degree in Advertising Marketing & Communications with a focus in Broadcast Journalism. Andrea Braswell has always had a genuine interest in Journalism, with a strong desire to pursue it as a career. She enjoys writing and conducting interviews with celebrities, and staying abreast with the latest news in pop culture and celebrity lifestyle. She is currently interning with radio personality Egypt where she has been given the opportunity to fulfill what she is most passionate about. Andrea Braswell has already had the experience of interviewing some well known figures in the music industry such as; Timbaland, Ray J, Robin Thicke, and Dj Spinderella. Although broadcast journalism has always been her first love, she also enjoys working in the fashion field. While in NYC, Andrea Braswell has worked with names like Tracy Reese, Cynthia Steffe, and fashion magazine Seventeen. She is known for her humorous personality and fashion sense. You will be sure to see Andrea Braswell as a sought after journalists in the industry.
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