Quencie Interviews Torres Strait Islander, and Tik Tok Creator Scottie Savage on Instagram Live [VIDEO]

It was so wonderful to interview Torres Strait Islander, Scottie Savage. I posted one of his Tik Tok videos to my Studio Q Facebook page and it garnered over 1 million views in less than 2 weeks. I decided to create an Instagram Live series to interview content creators who went viral on my page.

Aside from Scottie’s video going viral on my facebook page, I also wanted to interview him because of his deep connection to his ancestors and his culture. The dances featured in the viral videos are ones that honor his culture.

I was beyond impressed that someone so young would take the time to make others aware about their heritage in such a profound way. I also love the way Scottie honors his grandparents and showcased them in his social media content. His content both educates and entertains his audience all at the same time.

It was so cool to discuss Scottie’s culture live and direct from Australia. One of the great things about technology is being able to connect with people form all over the world and learn about them. I loved talking to Scottie so much that I immediately made him my internet nephew! I am so looking forward to his future. The way he shares his culture with the world is amazing and I hope is something he continues to do.

Follow Scottie on Tik Tok @StraightSavage and watch our Studio Q interview below!

Quencie Interviews Therapist, Candice Cox about Mental Health Awareness on Instagram Live [VIDEO]

On May 30, I had the opportunity to conduct a Studio Q interview with Therapist, Candice Cox on Instagram Live as the perfect way to close out Mental Health Awareness month. Candice E. Cox, LCSW is the Founder and Clinical Director of “A&A Inspirations” and Executive Director of “KHAOS(™) Inc”. Candice holds a BSW from Southeast Missouri State University and a Masters from St. Louis University. She is a phenomenal author, motivational speaker, therapist, trainer, consultant and supervisor to the next generation of clinical professionals.

I discovered Candice by scrolling on Tik Tok and I immediately fell in love with all of her content. Check out all of the words of wisdom and amazing gems that Candice shares in my interview with her below.

Make sure you follow Candice on Tik Tok at @candicox220

Quencie Interviews Multi-Platinum Bad Boy / Hit Men Record Producer Amadeus [VIDEO]

On Tuesday, April 13, 2021, I had the honor and pleasure of interviewing the CEO of Platinum Boy Music Inc., Multi-Platinum Bad Boy/Hitmen Record Producer, Amadeus on Instagram LIVE. Amadeus has produced for over 100 artist thus far, ranging from Jennifer Lopez, French Montana, Trey Songz, Chris Brown, 50 Cent, Justin Bieber, Fabolous, T.I., Young Jeezy, Tyga, Keyshia Cole, Wale, Busta Rhymes just to name a few. He has produced and scored music for BET, VH-1, Burger King, Sprite, EA Sports & ESPN. Amadeus also created the last 2 theme songs for ESPN’s First Take show alongside Maybach Music Group Artists Wale and Stalley.

In addition to being considered a “Super Producer,” Amadeus is also a professional drummer and music director to Atlantic Records Multi-Platinum recording artist Trey Songz. Amadeus is truly passionate about giving back, motivating and inspiring people to believe in themselves and their dreams and doing whatever it takes in a positive manner to see their dreams become reality.

In my Instagram LIVE interview with Amadeus, we covered everything from his career, to his family, to his tireless efforts in giving back to his community. I had so much fun conversing with this Black King about all of the Black Excellence he has put into the world. Check out our conversion below.

Quencie Live on @Youtube - Episode 5

In episode 5 of my Youtube Live show I talk about my interview with Jenifer Lewis and all the behind the scenes fun and mishaps that you didn't see.  Watch below! 

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Quencie Live on @Youtube - Episode 4

On today's episode of Quencie Live I was joined by my Studio Q producer and bestie, Tam Anderson. We discussed the time we attended a taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show back in 2011. Thanks to Tam I even got to ask Oprah a question from the audience that was later featured on her website, oprah.com.   It was during her last season and Oprah gave everyone in the audience a free trip to the Miraval Spa in Arizona, which included air fare, car service and pajamas! Only Oprah would give a gift that included everything like that and we so love her for it. We had a great time at the show and the spa.  Watch as we give our behind the scenes account of our experience. You can also see the question I asked Oprah below. 

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Press play and watch me ask Oprah a question from the audience at Harpo which no longer exists. 

Quencie LIVE on @YouTube - Episode 3

I'm three days in to this live show and there's no stopping me now.  It's cool to talk about the behind the scenes stories of my interviews. In this episode, I talk about my interview with Bishop T.D Jakes during his Instinct Book Tour and a few red carpet events I'm covering this weekend. Subscribe to my Youtube channel and check me out live. Watch the replay below. 

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Check out my Bishop Jakes interview below

Quencie LIVE on @YouTube - Episode 2

Today was day 2 of my Youtube LIVE show and this time I had my Godson, Jayden  joined me as a co-host.  I'm surprised I was able to get through everything I wanted to say. He clearly needs to have his own mic and his own show lol.  I also had some technical difficulties earlier but I didn't let that or Jayden stop me. 

In this episode, I talk about the new Apple Watches, Fantasia and knowing your worth. Watch below. 

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Quencie LIVE on @Youtube - Episode 1

Today I did my first YouTube Livestream show!  And because I actually did it instead of just talking about doing it, I claim it as a roaring success. Sure, they were only 4 people watching, one even being my best friend Tam, but hopefully as time goes on that number will grow. The reason I decided to do a daily YouTube show is because even though I have conducted hundreds of celebrity interviews in the past 5 years, I am only visible in a handful of them. This is mostly because when I re-launched Studio Q online (Studio Q premiered as a community access show in my hometown, Springfield, IL) I was depressed and overweight.  No matter who I was interviewing I never wanted to be in the same camera shot.  It was really not as bad as I felt it was but when you're as depressed as I was at the time no one could convince me otherwise.

I'm such a natural extrovert that I'm sure folks who know me can not imagine me ever wanting to hide myself, but it's true. Normally, I'm able to push through things and overcome obstacles like that, but my depression had a serious grip on me. I was just happy that I could conduct an interview. However, if I had it to do all over again, I would force myself to get in front of that camera no matter what I felt I looked like. Now I understand how important it is to put yourself out there even if you're not happy with every single thing. Imagine if Oprah waited until she was skinny before she shared all her greatness with us.  We would have missed the very best of her.  

So now I have all these great interviews that no one knows I did.  All you really see is my arm, which in all honesty could be anybody's arm.  I remember being on the red carpet and someone asked me how did I get a job at Studio Q. You know you're doing something wrong when the Q in "Studio Q" actually stands for Quencie but nobody knows it lol. I'm doing a daily livestream to change that. Hopefully, by going live Monday-Friday people will get to know who the person is behind the arm holding that microphone.  It's not easy coming out from behind the bushes, but it's time.

On "Quencie Live" (That's the name for now) I will share my interview experiences, what I learned from each interview and some great behind-the-scenes stories. I'm still not where I want to be weight wise, but I'm working on it. What's different now is that I won't let that stop me from being in the camera shot.

In this first episode, I discuss September 11 (16 years later), and my interview with Taraji P. Henson since it's her birthday today. Happy Birthday Taraji! Watch below. 

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Tam and Quencie with Taraji P Henson 

Press Play on my first YouTube episode of Quencie Live!