SILVER SPRING, Md. (PRWEB)
April 27, 2023

TV ONE is doubling down on its new slate of programming for the newly minted “Date Night Thursdays”. The new series, “Asking for a Friend,” hosted by LisaRaye McCoy, paved the way for the genre, which premiered on the network in February. After a much-anticipated break, the night returns with “The One” on Thursday, May 18th at 9p ET/8C. The competition series will be hosted by powerhouse couple, Kirk and Tammy Franklin.

Atlanta bachelor and bachelorette Brent and Ashley have long struggled to find their soulmates. Now, with a little guidance from gospel legend Kirk Franklin and his wife Tammy, Brent and Ashley will embark on a journey filled with sexy suitors and outrageous activities as they seek to find love. Throughout the series, Ashley and Brent will meet two new potential matches each week. Sparks will fly as our daters get to know one another while partaking in some risqué game nights yet soulful sessions with Kirk and Tammy at the helm. At the end of each episode, Brent and Ashley will determine which dates possess the qualities that could make them their soulmate, ultimately leading that suitor to join them at The One Mansion.

ABOUT KIRK FRANKLIN

Kirk Franklin is a 19-time Grammy Award-winning gospel artist and songwriter who has been an influential force in contemporary gospel music for over three decades. In addition to his work with the Family, Franklin has also worked as a producer and songwriter for other artists. He wrote and produced the hit single “Stomp” for God’s Property, which became a crossover hit and earned him a second Grammy Award. He has also worked with several other notable artists, including Mary J. Blige, Bono, and Whitney Houston. Despite his success, Franklin has always remained true to his faith, and his music is deeply rooted in his spiritual beliefs. His lyrics often deal with issues of faith, redemption, and social justice, and his music has become a source of inspiration for many listeners.



In addition to his music career, Franklin is also passionate about making sure Gospel reaches new heights and entertainment mediums. Aside from Franklin’s podcast “Good Words,” his satellite radio station on Sirius XM, “Kirk Franklin’s Praise,” and a Gospel Music Festival, “Kirk Franklin’s Exodus Music & Arts Festival,” Franklin has been the Executive Producer of “Kingdom Business,” a scripted drama airing on the BET+ network. He has also been an Executive Producer for two Lifetime Christmas films and a new dating show, “The One,” airing on TV One, which Franklin also co-hosts with his wife, Tammy Franklin.

Overall, Kirk Franklin has had an indelible impact on contemporary gospel music. His unique blend of gospel, R&B, and hip-hop has influenced countless artists, and his music has become a source of inspiration and comfort for many listeners. Despite his success, Franklin remains grounded in his faith, and he continues to use his platform to advocate for social justice and to help those in need.

ABOUT TAMMY FRANKLIN

Noted as “…one of the most grounded, intelligent women of faith this world has known,” Tammy Franklin is a philanthropist, inspirational speaker, health and wellness enthusiast, host, media maven, and matriarch to her immediate and extended family. (Mind-Blowing Magazine 2021)

For nearly 30 years, Tammy has been the foundation of support to her husband’s career while supporting her family as the eldest child of seven siblings, mother of four, aunt, and now “Lovie” to two grandchildren. With the intention and mindfulness that it takes to successfully own her work life balance, whilst maintaining a fruitful marriage of 27 years, Tammy has carved out a lane all her own as an inspiration to women of all ages. In tandem with being a loving support to her Grammy Award Winning husband Kirk Franklin,



As Chairwoman of The Franklin Imagine Group, it is Tammy’s mission to equip the next generation with tools for a life upward no matter existing circumstances. One of the Franklins’ most praiseworthy collaborations to date, and a true extension of the Franklin Family’s community connection, is partnering with her husband to create Camp Lotus. It is a one-week music camp that gives aspiring musicians at the high school level an opportunity to maximize their potential and aids in preparing the young musician for a career in the music industry.

Tammy Franklin’s authenticity and transparency around her faith informs outlook on real-life issues, life lessons, marriage, parenting, and entrepreneurial endeavors. This ethos equips couples, single parents, women, and anyone with passionate pursuits to push forward and strive.

THE ONE is produced by Critical Content. The executive producers are Jenny Daly, Ron Hill, Phil Thornton, Oji Singletary, Eric Timm, Matt Pickel, and Rob Lobl. Tarvenia Jones serves as Co-Executive Producer. Tony Yates is the Head of Production. Sammy Yamada is the Executive in Charge of Production for Critical Content. Austyn Biggers is the Senior Vice President of Programming and Production and Allison Simmons is the Executive Producer in Charge of Production for TV One.

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ABOUT TV ONE NETWORKS

TV One Networks is the hub of black culture and entertainment with a broad offering of original programming and classic series, serving both diverse audiences for TV One and CLEO TV. Launched in January 2004, TV One currently serves 47 million households and CLEO TV, launched in January 2019, is the sister network with a 42 million household reach. Each network has a unique audience that serves viewers with fan favorites from TV One such as Unsung, Uncensored, Fatal Attraction, Payback, Tough Love: Atlanta, Never Would Have Made It: The Marvin Sapp Story and Urban One Honors. While, CLEO TV, a lifestyle and entertainment network targeting Millennial and Gen X women of color, delivers content that uplifts and inspires today’s modern-day woman. Viewers of CLEO TV can expect award-winning content in both original and acquired series including Boss Girl’s Guide, Culture Kitchen, New Soul Kitchen, Just Eats with Chef JJ, Global Gourmet, Living By Design, Tia Mowry’s Quick Fix and All Things Adrienne House to Home. Both networks are solely owned by Urban One, Inc., formerly known as Radio One, Inc. [NASDAQ: UONE and UONEK, http://www.urban1.com , the largest African-American owned and operated multi-media company.

ABOUT CRITICAL CONTENT

Critical Content is a leading global independent content studio. Launched in October of 2015, the company focuses on unscripted and scripted programming for broadcast, cable and digital platforms. Critical Content currently has more than 50 projects in production for more than 30 different networks. Recent series include “Catfish” (MTV), “Celebrity Game Face with Kevin Hart” (E!), “Get Organized” (Netflix), “Instant Dream Home” (Netflix), “Black Woman OWN the Conversation” (OWN), “Ginny & Georgia” (Netflix) “Very Cavallari” (E!), “The Blended Bunch” (TLC), “Extreme Unboxing” (A&E), “The Great Food Truck Race” (Food Network), “Disney’s Fairytale Weddings” (Freeform), “Racing Wives” (CMT), HOME FREE (FOX), “American Spring Live” (PBS), “Portals To Hell” (Travel), “Hanging With The Hendersons” (Animal Plant), “StartUp” (Crackle, Amazon), and “Limitless” (CBS).

Similar to finding the right business idea, organization, or team, finding the right romantic partner is a process. It takes effort, skill, and self-knowledge.

ROSEVILLE, Calif. (PRWEB)
April 03, 2023

Work easily consumes one-third of a person’s time, and 70% of professionals report that their work defines their personal sense of purpose.(1) This is a win-win when it results in employee engagement, but some professionals become enmeshed with their careers, failing to enjoy a separate, balanced identity outside of work success. The result can be neglected or no relationships,(2) or, in extreme cases, health problems or substance abuse.(3) Patrick Ryan, Wingman For You Founder and dating coach for professional men, finds this often boils down to the difference between the two types of confidence. While social confidence means a person is comfortable in their own skin, epistemic confidence relies on external factors such as being knowledgeable or successful.(4)

Ryan explains, “My goal with each client is to help him forge a lasting romantic relationship with the woman of his dreams. Even though many of my clients are very successful professionally, our starting point is often building the social confidence that allows him to organically approach women in social settings and expand the conversation without putting pressure on outcomes.”

The skills and mindset that drive business success, such as detached rationality and self-interest, are often the opposite of those that create relational success.(5) However, individuals who are willing to see their relationship as an investment of time, communication, and attention can often translate business success into relationship success.(6) Businesses and relationships are about growth. They challenge, excite, and reward those who invest in and commit to them.

Ryan advises, “Similar to finding the right business idea, organization, or team, finding the right romantic partner is a process. It takes effort, skill, and self-knowledge. The more tools and understanding you have, the less likely you are to blow a great opportunity when it comes your way.”

About Wingman For You:

Patrick Ryan has always been curious about humans, their behavior, and what makes them tick. He never pursued this curiosity on a professional level until he began the Wingman For You program. He learned that people are a sum of their life experiences. After the failure of his second marriage in 2008, Patrick found himself single and alone once again. He embarked on a nine-year journey, dating more than 250 women, and learned the secrets to attracting a woman’s attention until he found the woman of his dreams. This translated into powerful and valuable insights that every man should know.

Wingman For You helps men find the woman of their dreams by first helping them build self-confidence and then teaching them how to approach women organically. Surveys indicate that 80% of women would never use a dating site. If a client chooses to use a dating site, Wingman For You assists in creating a top-performing profile and provides valuable advice on contacting women and encouraging them to respond. Wingman For You teaches their clients the secrets to communicating with women to attract their attention, arouse their interest, and ultimately develop a lasting romantic relationship so they will never be alone again. Visit http://www.wingmanforyou.com.

References: 

1. Morgan, Kate. “The Search for ‘Meaning’ at Work.” BBC Worklife, BBC, 7 Sept. 2022, bbc.com/worklife/article/20220902-the-search-for-meaning-at-work.

2. Koretz, Janna. “What Happens When Your Career Becomes Your Whole Identity.” Harvard Business Review, 17 Nov. 2022, hbr.org/2019/12/what-happens-when-your-career-becomes-your-whole-identity.

3. Ahmed, Anam. “The Effects of Work & Life Imbalance.” Work, 18 May 2020, work.chron.com/effects-work-life-imbalance-5967.html.

4. Abdou, Anouare. “The 2 Types of Confidence, According to Science (and How to Harness Them).” Ladders, Ladders, 5 Aug. 2021, theladders.com/career-advice/the-2-types-of-confidence-according-to-science-and-how-to-harness-them.

5. Johnson, Emma. “Can You Really Be Successful at Both Business and Relationships?” SUCCESS, 30 Nov. -1, success.com/can-you-really-be-successful-at-both-business-and-relationships/.

6. Steyl, Louisa-Jane. “Start Treating Your Relationships like a Business and You’ll Be Happier.” Bolde, 8 Apr. 2017, bolde.com/start-treating-your-relationships-like-business-youll-be-happier/.

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Gabrielle Clemens, CDFA®, JD, LLM, AEP®

“I wrote this book to educate people as they contemplate, navigate, and recover from the divorce process. There are so many questions and decisions that people are being asked to make throughout the divorce process, at a time when people are emotional and facing uncertainly,” said Clemens

BOSTON (PRWEB)
February 21, 2023

Gabrielle Clemens, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®), JD, LLM, Accredited Estate Planner (AEP®), is excited to announce that she has published a book entitled, “Marriage is About Love Divorce Is About Money®” – the first in The Business of Divorce® series with more to come.

The book is a step-by-step guide through the legal and financial aspects of divorce from an attorney and certified divorce financial advisor’s perspective and provides guidance on developing an action plan and comprehensive strategy for anyone who is contemplating, navigating, or recovering from the divorce process. Topics include: How to navigate the legal process, how to understand and document finances, and how to build an emotional support system.

“I wrote this book to educate people as they contemplate, navigate, and recover from the divorce process. There are so many questions and decisions that people are being asked to make throughout the divorce process, at a time when people are emotional and facing uncertainly. My goal is to provide insight and a guide to the divorce process so that people can make informed, sustainable decisions about their future,” said Clemens.

Gabrielle joined the financial services industry after working several years as both a divorce and trust and estate planning attorney with an emphasis on tax. She earned a graduate law degree in taxation (LLM) from Boston University School of Law and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from the University of New Hampshire School of Law. She scribes a monthly Ask Gabrielle column in Boston Common Magazine and has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including being named a Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisor Best in State, a Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor, a Working Mother’s Top Wealth Advisor, and Advisor Hub – #1 Advisors to Watch.

Although she has a broad-based clientele, Gabrielle primarily works with high-net-worth and divorced or divorcing individuals and couples. She offers divorce financial planning seminars and workshops throughout New England, is a frequent guest on local and national media outlets, and does many public speaking engagements.

A link to more info can be found here.

Gabrielle can be reached at gabrielle.clemens@gmail.com.

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Everyday S/Heroes

It’s important to get the JustMarried project released before the 2024 election in time to inspire voters to get out and help maintain this precious right.

NEW YORK (PRWEB)
February 17, 2023

GoodDoxie Studios is pleased to announce the development of The JustMarried project, an 8-part documentary series, book and podcast. JustMarried is a project designed to preserve the love stories and legacy behind one of the greatest civil rights victories in history – Marriage Equality.

These couples’ stories changed the compassion and consciousness of our nation, and these stories can reach into more hearts for decades to come.

Many of the couples they interviewed said the same thing over and over, “We had no role models to help us.” This series is chock full of s/heroes and role models enabling and encouraging future generations to be vigilant in protecting what is now their right to dignity and their rights under the law. These real-life representations of lasting relationships and enduring love are powerful and something we can all agree is more important than ever.

Several individuals and couples that are part of the JustMarried project are well known names, including Edie Winsor and Jim Obergefell, but not many people are aware of the more than 18+ additional plaintiffs with equally heart swelling stories of strength and inspiration. This project is designed to ensure that ALL of their stories and their legacies are preserved for future generations, along with the law.

The team leading the JustMarried project fundamentally believe that now and for the 2024 election cycle, winning hearts and minds of the public is critical for gaining true marriage equality for LGBTQ+ people in America and they hope our documentary can help that cause. Most married LGBTQ+ couples don’t know that the recent Respect for Marriage Act only truly protects couples in the 21 states that don’t have trigger laws on the books. Clarence Thomas is gunning to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges and has asked out loud for attorney generals across the country to bring SCOTUS cases that will help overturn the law, sending marriage rights back to the states.

It’s important to get the JustMarried project released before the 2024 election in time to inspire voters to get out and help maintain this precious right.

The goals of this fundraising portion of the JustMarried project are to help the team start filming and increase the level of support for the documentary. This will also show streaming services and advertisers how important the issue of marriage equality is to the LGBTQ+ community and beyond. They are also looking for partnerships with major LGBTQ+ organizations which can help their team to amplify this project and their mutual goals.

For more information on the JustMarried project, go to http://www.JustMarried.US, and to donate via their KickStarter project, go to:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/justmarriedus/the-justmarried-project

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TIM CLARK featuring Robin Vane, “Forgiving Hearts” (song artwork)

“Forgiving Hearts” is a song by TIM CLARK featuring Robin Vane about perseverance, overcoming addiction, and the strength of the human spirit. It’s a soaring song with a strong dance music element.

LAS VEGAS (PRWEB)
February 14, 2023

Heartfelt. Tremendous. Epic. The new song by electronic dance music (EDM) DJ and producer, TIM CLARK, is a memorable ballad with significant dance music elements that the artist hopes will inspire listeners as one of their favorite songs of the year. “Forgiving Hearts” (Tradebloc Music) by TIM CLARK featuring Robin Vane is out now.

From the first notes, Robin Vane’s strong, soaring voice cuts to the core of human emotion accompanied by TIM CLARK’s rich, booming production, causing bodies to rise into the air. The lyrics are thoughtful and based on true emotion and real-life experience. With proper song construction buoyed by a banging 4/4 dance beat, “Forgiving Hearts” is as much at home on a packed festival mainstage as it is in a darkened, sweaty nightclub at peak-time during a DJ set. The music video for “Forgiving Hearts,” filmed by Shadow Fleks Films, takes place in Las Vegas and Thailand.

Said TIM CLARK of “Forgiving Hearts,” “I wanted to write a song to my wife, Stacy. It’s a song about overcoming addiction and forgiving each other for the ordeal it puts a relationship through. I was thinking about Lewis Capaldi’s ‘Someone You Loved.’ I like how he wrote the song open to interpretation. People think it’s about an ex-girlfriend when it’s about his grandmother’s passing. ‘Forgiving Hearts’ can be about anything in a relationship that needs forgiving. I also wanted a song that was a tremendous ballad with a dance component. Finally, I had to find the right vocalist, and Robin Vane is the best! I knew I wanted a male singer ’cause this was me writing an open love letter to my wife.”

ABOUT TIM CLARK

TIM CLARK is a man unaccustomed to hearing the words, “You can’t do that.” For the last 20 years, he’s been DJ’ing and producing his own electronic dance music, since before the genre was even called ‘EDM.’ He ignored nay-sayers who told him, “You can’t do that,” when, for several years, he veered off his music path onto a different career path by forming and building an immensely successful business, Tradebloc, Inc. With a merciless work ethic and tireless sense of innovation, CLARK eventually grew his company into a family of companies in the fields of finance, technology and travel, reinventing those industries as he went. The Tradebloc, Inc. group of companies is currently valued at approximately $50 million. As of the beginning of 2023, Tradebloc Inc. ranked #425 on Inc. Magazine’s “Top 5,000” companies list, a qualified ranking coveted by many but attained by vanishingly few.

Fast-forward to 2023, and TIM CLARK has handed over the running of Tracebloc’s day-to-day operations to a close-knit team of seasoned professionals. This has allowed CLARK to completely free-up his time and devote his considerable energies to his true love and passion: music and DJ’ing. Signed with Warner Music Group for global distribution of his recorded music, CLARK has carefully curated a hit-squad of best-in-class music industry veterans and key entertainment industry players. CLARK’s recent nightclub residencies include Las Vegas’ Area15 and the Artisan Ultra Lounge, among other venues in Las Vegas, including “underground” warehouse raves. CLARK’s music is currently released on Tradebloc Music and distributed globally by Warner Music. Recent releases include TIM CLARK’s “Can’t Sing,” “Wake Up” featuring Jessica Zenzen, The Calling E.P., and the Valentine’s Day release, “Forgiving Hearts.” CLARK’s releases are supported by a cadre of global club and radio DJs, including DJ Mag’s “#1” top DJ in the world, DAVID GUETTA, who added CLARK’s release to GUETTA’s official Spotify playlist. The future looks bright for TIM CLARK, a very driven artist devoted to DJ’ing.

These days, no longer does TIM CLARK hear the words, “You can’t do that.”

Get TIM CLARK featuring Robin Vane’s “Forgiving Hearts” (Tradebloc Music), here: https://lnk.to/wXNKAn

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SILVER SPRING, Md. (PRWEB)
February 09, 2023

TV ONE is looking to woo dating series audiences with a new slate of programming as part of their “Date Night Thursdays” beginning in February. Kicking off the new slate is a brand-new series, “Asking for a Friend,” hosted by LisaRaye McCoy, set to premiere today, February 9th at 8p ET/7c.; followed by the series, “The One” on Thursday, May 18th at 8p ET/7c. The competition series will be hosted by Kirk and Tammy Franklin.

Everyone has a best friend, and whether that friend is a sorority sister, a real sister, a coworker, or even an ex, everyone wants the best for their friends & family. Especially if they’re single and looking for love! “Asking for a Friend,” hosted by LisaRaye McCoy, on TV One is a modern, self-contained dating show in the vein of Netflix’s “Dating Around”, in which 2 single best friends looking for love, choose 2 blind dates for each other in every hour-long episode. Then to up the ante, the fun, and the unpredictability, each blind date will be a double date. That’s right, 2 besties double date 2 singles – that they’ve picked for each other – in one evening. “Asking for a Friend” premieres Thursday, February 9th on TV One.

“THE ONE” is a fun, competition dating series, led by celebrity power couple Kirk and Tammy Franklin. The Franklins will share their magic to maintain a healthy relationship with one male and female single who live an exceptional life, except when it comes to dating and finding love. These two singles are both good-looking and successful but have struggled to find that special person. With Kirk and Tammy’s advice, are they able to trust the process and put in the necessary work to find THE ONE?

ASKING FOR A FRIEND is produced by Critical Content. The executive producers are Jenny Daly, Matt Pickel and Jacinda Rentrope. Eric Timm and Brandi Magee serve as Co-Executive Producers. Tony Yates is the Head of Production. Sammy Yamada and Niki Millerare the Executives in Charge of Production for Critical Content. Austyn Biggers is the Senior Vice President of Programming and Production and Allison Simmons is the Executive Producer in Charge of Production for TV One.

For more information on Date Night Thursdays visit TVOne.tv.

ABOUT TV ONE NETWORKS

TV One Networks is the hub of black culture and entertainment with a broad offering of original programming and classic series, serving both diverse audiences for TV One and CLEO TV. Launched in January 2004, TV One currently serves 47 million households and CLEO TV, launched in January 2019, is the sister network with a 42 million household reach. Each network has a unique audience that serves viewers with fan favorites from TV One such as Unsung, Uncensored, Fatal Attraction, Payback, Tough Love: Atlanta, Never Would Have Made It: The Marvin Sapp Story and Urban One Honors. While, CLEO TV, a lifestyle and entertainment network targeting Millennial and Gen X women of color, delivers content that uplifts and inspires today’s modern-day woman. Viewers of CLEO TV can expect award-winning content in both original and acquired series including Boss Girl’s Guide, Culture Kitchen, New Soul Kitchen, Just Eats with Chef JJ, Global Gourmet, Living By Design, Tia Mowry’s Quick Fix and All Things Adrienne House to Home. Both networks are solely owned by Urban One, Inc., formerly known as Radio One, Inc. [NASDAQ: UONE and UONEK, http://www.urban1.com , the largest African-American owned and operated multi-media company.

About Critical Content

Critical Content is a leading global independent content studio. Launched in October of 2015, the company focuses on unscripted and scripted programming for broadcast, cable and digital platforms. Critical Content currently has more than 50 projects in production for more than 30 different networks. Recent series include “Catfish” (MTV), “Celebrity Game Face with Kevin Hart” (E!), “Get Organized” (Netflix), “Instant Dream Home” (Netflix), “Black Woman OWN the Conversation” (OWN), “Ginny & Georgia” (Netflix) “Very Cavallari” (E!), “The Blended Bunch” (TLC), “Extreme Unboxing” (A&E), “The Great Food Truck Race” (Food Network), “Disney’s Fairytale Weddings” (Freeform), “Racing Wives” (CMT), HOME FREE (FOX), “American Spring Live” (PBS), “Portals To Hell” (Travel), “Hanging With The Hendersons” (Animal Plant), “StartUp” (Crackle, Amazon), and “Limitless” (CBS).

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