Young and determined to speak their minds, the cast of The Mix has something to say, and they want you to listen.
Described as “high energy, live millennial/Gen Z, mixed-gender talk show where no topic is off-limits,” The Mix is a featured program on Fox Soul, an online streaming service directed at Black viewers.
Aware of his audience and platform, one cast member and Detroit-native say he hopes to showcase Black culture in all its forms.
“I wanted people to see young kids of color being able to speak openly and freely about anything and everything and not feel like I have to be censored,” said Anton Peeples. “I think, a lot of times, in our culture, especially with Black kids, people have this perception of what we’re supposed to sound like and what we’re supposed to act like. Hopefully, from watching us, those horrible stereotypes will be shattered.”
According to a news release, The Mix fills a void in mainstream media.
“The Mix is a breath of fresh air in the talk space. There is no other talk show featuring Black Gen-Z and millennial men and women leading the conversation and discussing today’s most relevant hot topics for this generation that’s especially engaged in current events.”
Looking to make Fox Soul “the premiere destination for Black culture content,” producers expressed their interest in creating a space for young people to discuss real issues.
Viewers are welcomed by entertainment veterans as well as fresh faces.
Zonnique (T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle), Romeo Miller (Ex On The Beach/Peak), Peeples (Mr. Mom), newcomer Jamie DuBose, and Jazz An- Anderson (T.V. personality & rapper) are the show’s hosts.
Passionate about the world around them, the cast actively works to ensure the topics discussed are interesting and relevant.
“We all are pretty active on social media and what’s going on in the world,” said Zonnique. “We share a group message and, a lot of times, we’ll send a message and say, ‘I think this would be a good thing to talk about’ or ‘this is something important that we have to speak on.’”
One cast member feels a personal responsibility to represent her generation in a positive light.
“I want to shed light on the fact that my generation is educated and should be involved in these conversations,” said Dubose. “Especially with the election coming up; a lot of us are turning 18, now we can finally vote. I think it’s important for me to encourage other people my age to have these conversations in their own households and within their own friend groups.”
The Mix, which debuted on Aug. 4, discusses viral trends and breaking news, but one host hopes to dig deep- er into further episodes.
“I really enjoy talking about topics centered around relationships; we talk about the fun parts of relationships, but I want to talk about the hard parts of relationships – abusive relationships, getting stuck with people because of familiarity. There are things that people need to hear about from other people their age,” said Zonnique.
The late-night show is produced by Tameka ‘Tiny’ Harris (T.I. and Tiny: The Family Hustle).
Four-time Emmy-nominated producer, Jill King (Rachael Ray, The Real, Steve Harvey, Red Table Talk) will serve as Executive Producer and Showrunner.
Michiganders can catch The Mix at 10:00 p.m. EST via iOS, Android, Apple TV, FireTV, YouTube/FoxSoul, Samsung Plus, Fox Now, Roku, Tubi, Xumo, CaffeineTV, or on the web at foxsoul.tv.
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