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Dec. 13, 2023

Azhelle Wade: The Toy Coach, Guiding and Empowering Others in the Wor…

www.inthedollworld.com In this wonderful episode of In The Doll World, I am joined by Azhelle Wade, the Toy Coach. Her journey to a key figure in the toy industry is an incredible testament to the power of passion and commi...

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Nov. 29, 2023

Creating Empowering Dolls & Toys: The Journey of Andrea Furtick and t…

Welcome to an inspiring conversation with Andrea Furtick, the innovative CEO and founder of AGC Toys, and the creative force behind the Afro Goddess Warrior Dolls and Project. www.inthedollworld.com Get an intriguing glimpse ...

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Nov. 2, 2023

Dolls and Diversity: An Insightful Conversation with the American Bla…

Listen at www.inthedollworld.com Karen Oyekanmi, the founder of the American Black Beauty Doll Association, opens up the conversation as she shares the inspiration behind her quest to fill the market gap for beautiful black ...

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Oct. 25, 2023

Creating a Legacy of Representation: The Journey of Samantha Ong and …

Our latest podcast episode introduces Samantha Ong, the innovative CEO of Joeydolls, celebrating the diversity and beauty of the Asian diaspora. www.inthedollworld.com Samantha's story begins with a simple desire - to create ...

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Sept. 27, 2023

Magazine Leader, Diana Jones, Owner of Dolls Magazine

A journey into the heart of the doll industry with our enthralling guest, Diana Jones, the dynamic owner of Dolls Magazine. www.inthedollworld.com As a child, Diana enjoyed altering her dolls' hair, creating unique looks for...

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Sept. 13, 2023

Exploring the World of Miniatures with Kat Picot: Publisher of Shrunk…

Join us on a fascinating journey as we travel into the world of miniatures with our special guest Kat Picot, the inspiring publisher behind Shrunk magazine. www.inthedollworld.com Kat's story is a testament to passion and per...

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Aug. 16, 2023

Zoe Oli: The 11-Year Old CEO of Beautiful Curly Me, Pioneering Repres…

A beautiful and delightful interview with Zoe Oli, the 11-year-old mastermind behind Beautiful Curly Me. Zoe's inspiring journey starts at the tender age of six, when she decided to tackle her self-confidence issues head-on b...

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July 5, 2023

From Doll Collector to Instagram Influencer: Cassie Jenkins of Dolls …

What if you could transform a childhood hobby into a thriving Instagram account, creating a community around the love of doll collecting? Cassie Jenkins, the talent behind Dolls On The Scene, did just that, and she's here to ...

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May 24, 2023

Dolls, Identity, and Self-Expression: A Conversation with Clawdeena

What happens when a doll enthusiast, collector, and social media star joins In The Doll World to share their unique journey? You get an inspiring conversation with the talented and passionate Clawdeena www.inthedollworld.com With an impressive following of over 3 …

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May 11, 2023

Aniqua Wilkerson, Fiber Doll Artist and Owner of My Kinda Thing (Pt.2)

We continue our Part 2 conversation with my guest Aniqua Wilkerson, Fiber Artist Dollmaker and Owner of My Kinda Thing. www.inthedollworld.com We continue our Part 2 conversation with my guest Aniqua Wilkerson, Fiber Artist D...

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May 3, 2023

Aniqua Wilkerson, Fiber Doll Artist and Owner of My Kinda Thing (Pt.1)

Another wonderful In The Doll World show with my guest Aniqua Wilkerson, Fiber Doll Artist and Owner of My Kinda Thing . (Pt.1) www.inthedollworld.com What a great and purposeful doll journey Anqiua's shares with us, the educ...

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March 30, 2023

Flora Ekpe-Idang, the CEO, Founder and creator of Corage Dolls

A passionate and powerful interview with Flora Ekpe-Idang, the CEO, Founder and creator of Corage Dolls. www.inthedollworld.com Flora shares with us her inspiration for creating Corage Dolls, out of her experience of watching...

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March 15, 2023

Evalina, Silicone Doll Artist and owner of Evergreen Art Dolls

A delightful interview with Evelyn Smith aka Evalina, owner of Evergreen Art Dolls and silicone doll artist. From animal science to doll making, her journey has been just as eclectic as the wonderful doll she makes. www.inth...

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Feb. 22, 2023

Debra Pounds, owner of Paddlefootz Dolls & Thangs

What a wonderful conversation with Debra Pounds, Doll Artist and owner of Paddlefootz Dolls & Thangs wwww.inthedollworld.com Debra shares how in 1997 a request from her mother for a Black Santa lead her to crafting but it was...

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Jan. 30, 2023

Yla Eason, creator of Sun-Man and Owner of Olmec Toys

Another FANGIRL moment for me at IDTW. What a fantastic time spent with Ms. Yla Eason, creator of Sun-Man, the first Black superhero action figure and owner of Olmec Toys. www.inthedollworld.com Ms. Eason is an award-winni...

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Jan. 17, 2023

Natasha Smith, Doll Artist and Owner of Mend by Grace

Such a beautiful conversation with art doll artist, Natasha Smith, Owner of Mend By Ruby Grace. www.inthedollworld.com Nastasha shares with us how her love for her daughter jump started her journey into doll making, while not...

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Dec. 8, 2022

Demetrius Davis, Jr aka LiL Dee, CEO of Our Brown Boy Joy

What delightful show with this 10-year-old entrepreneur and doll creator, Demetrius Davis Jr. aka Lil Dee, CEO of Our Brown Boy Joy, and his mom Dr. Luciana Gilmore. www.inthedollworld.com Our Brown Boy Joy created "My Friend...

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Oct. 20, 2022

Sandra Epps, artist and author and Founder of Sandy’s Land LLC and th…

A fun and phenomenal interview with Sandra Epps, artist and author. Founder of Sandy’s Land LLC an entertainment service and the Detroit Doll Show. www.inthedollworld.com As a creative force and a survivor of Systemic Lupus E...

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Oct. 5, 2022

Janet Lovett, Doll Sculptor & Reborn Doll Artist

A great conversation with Janet Lovett, Sculptor & Reborn Doll Artist. Janet is also a GOLD Award Professional Doll Makers Art Guild winner, PDMAG member and PDMAG mentor. www.inthedollworld.com This is our 3rd episode of our...

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Sept. 22, 2022

Nikki Graves, CEO of Trinity Designs, Inc. on In The Doll World

A very delightful and powerful conversation with Nikki Graves, CEO of Trinity Designs, Inc. www.inthedollworld.com Nikki’s journey into doll making did not start with a love of dolls, surprisingly she was not into dolls at a...

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Sept. 8, 2022

Hope Ivy Mason, Doll Artist and Guild Award doll artist winner.

Joining us on In The Doll World is Hope Ivy Mason, Award winning international doll artist, 3-time Professional Doll Makers Art Guild Doll Artist Winner. www.inthedollworld.com This is our 2nd episode of our In The Doll World...

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Aug. 24, 2022

Gina King, Mini Food Specialist & Owner of Chef Gina's® Mini Food

What a great interview with Chef Gina King, a mini food specialist and owner of Chef Gina's® Mini Food. www.inthedollworld.com From Professional Chef with a degree in culinary arts to mini food specialist and an avid doll col...

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Aug. 10, 2022

Sandra Maxwell, BJD Artist and owner of Sandra Maxwell Studios

I had a delightful conversation with Sandra Maxwell, BJD Artist and owner of Sandra Maxwell Studios, best known for her 7" resin ball jointed Punkin Pie dolls. Sandra is also one of the heads of the upcoming Professional Dol...

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July 27, 2022

Sherri Roberts-Lumpkin, Founder of Ragbaby Exchange

This was a wonderful interview with a passionate doll and self-esteem advocate, Sherri Roberts-Lumpkin, Founder and Director of the Ragbaby Exchange . Listen at www.inthedollworld.com The Ragbaby Exchange is a non-profit org...

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