The Fade

The Bizness with Troy Hogan and Don Butler

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295319/open_sms] 🎭 The Final Curtain Call — The Last Episode of The Fade Podcast! 🎙️ In this powerful closing episode, we sit down with the dynamic duo Troy Anthony Hogan and Don “DB” Butler to talk about the bizness—film, TV, theatre, and everything in between. They take us on a ride through their friendship, creative partnership, and the road that led to their standout collaborations across stage and screen. This episode marks the final chapter of The Fade—a podcast created to help shine a spotlight on what would become the successful inaugural Fade To Black Arts Festival. And what a journey it’s been! 🙏🏾 Thank you to all our listeners, subscribers, guests, and supporters for tuning in, sharing, and growing with us. Your energy helped make this more than just a podcast—it became a movement. For Brandon and myself, Corey… shutting it down. Much love. God bless. ✌🏾 Visit fadetoblackfest.com for more information of the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Fest.

Manning Mpinduzi-Mott

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295319/open_sms] 🎭 New Episode of The Fade Podcast! 🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with the ever-charismatic Manning Mpinduzi-Mott—a true theatre jack-of-all-trades. From acting and directing to lighting design and tech, Manning has done it all. He takes us through his incredible journey into the world of theatre, shares insights from his multi-faceted career, talks about being one of the first voices in podcasting, and reflects on his impactful contributions to Fade To Black. Plus, he gives us a sneak peek into what he’s most excited about for this year’s Fade To Black Arts Festival coming this June. Visit fadetoblackfest.com for more information of the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Fest.

Rachel Hemphill Dickson

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295319/open_sms] This episode, we’re joined by the versatile Rachel Hemphill Dickson—actor, writer, director, educator, and Associate Artistic Director of The Ensemble Theatre —who shares her artistic journey, the art of balancing creativity with administration, and her role in the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival! From the stage to leadership, Rachel gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to keep the arts thriving. Visit fadetoblackfest.com for more information of the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Fest.

Troy Anthony Hogan

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295319/open_sms] From H-Town to Hollywood, prolific actor and producer Troy Anthony Hogan shares his journey—his roots, his rise, and what’s next. Hear firsthand about his passion for storytelling, the projects he’s got in the works, and why he’s hyped for the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Festival. An inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss! Check out Troy in the final season of The Righteous Gemstones on HBO beginning March 9th. And visit fadetoblackfest.com for more information of the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Fest. Visit fadetoblackfest.com for more information of the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Fest.

Lauren Anderson

Send us a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2295319/open_sms] Trailblazing Prima ballerina, Lauren Anderson, shares her journey as Houston’s first Black principal dancer with the Houston Ballet. In this inspiring episode, she reflects on her groundbreaking career, career highlights, enduring love for dance, and her meaningful contributions to the Fade to Black Arts Festival. Visit fadetoblackfest.com for more information of the 2025 Fade To Black Arts Fest.