Conversations LIVE host Cyrus Webb Announces New Talk Show, The Conversation

When it comes to co-hosted talk shows that mix in a flavor of news, entertainment and guest interviews you already have The View and The Talk. Now Shadow Play Entertainment is pleased to announce the debut of its own talk show geared towards presenting quality programming from the male perspective. Introducing The Conversation, a place were online radio listeners can come and get a mixture of the issues of the day coupled with great conversations with amazing guests.

Created by Conversations LIVE host Cyrus Webb and co-executive produced by Webb and Herschel Dixon, the show will feature four co-hosts (Bigg Marv of A&E's HAMMERTIME, Bruce Tretter of "Quick and Easy Cooking", celebrated comedian Ced Delaney and bestselling author Elliott Katz) who are sure to bring their own perspectives to the table, making for a lively show for listeners of all backgrounds and interests.

The Conversation debuts Sunday, January 8, 2012 @ 6:30p.m. et (5:30p.m. ct/3:30p.m. pt) and can be heard at www.blogtalkradio.com/theconversationshow. "We're really proud of this new addition to the Conversations family," says Webb. "I think listeners will find this to be a great way to finish off the weekend and begin the new week." The show's first guest will be actor/recording artist/author Tray Chaney known for his role as Poot Carr on HBO's The Wire.

For more information about the show or to inquire about being a guest, contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616. You can also visit www.theconversationshow.com.

(Wed. Nov. 16, 2011) Conversations LIVE Welcomes Dionne Warwick!

(Wednesday, November 16, 2011) Today is an honor like no other for Conversations LIVE: legendary recording artist Dionne Warwick will join the show as its 1700th guest since 2003.

"It is an honor to not only speak with the artist about her musical journey but how she is using her celebrity for good," says Mississippi native and host Cyrus Webb. Webb began Conversations LIVE in July 2003 on WMPR 901.1 in Jackson, MS and since then has branched out to be a contributor for other stations and even beginning his own internet radio program. Joining Webb will be fashion designer Gail Ambeau, host of Fashion Forward on Conversations LIVE.

The show can be heard live around the world today at 2p.m. et (1p.m. ct/11am. pt) by visiting www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationswithmusic or www.tinyurl.com/cldionnewarwick. You can also post your questions and comments in real-time on the show's message board and Webb will be sharing them throughout the program.

For more information contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or at 601.896.5616. Keep in contact with other guests on Conversations LIVE at www.conversationsliveradio.com.

Gail Ambeau & "Fashion Forward" Return To Conversations LIVE, Fri. Nov. 11th

(Monday, November 7, 2011) After a break hiatus, Shadow Play Entertainment is pleased to announce that fashion designer, stylist, fashion columnist Gail Ambeau will be returning to Conversations LIVE on Fri. November 11th @ 6:45p.m. et (5:45p.m. ct/3:45p.m. pt) with her popular show "Fashion Forward". Focusing not just on fashion and those who are making news in the entertainment world, Ambeau has been using the segment to introduce rising stars and how they have been able to use their unique sense of style to make a statement to the world.

The first guest of Ambeau's return is Dr. Maiysha T. Clairborne, author of the book EAT YOUR DISEASE AWAY. While on break from the show and pursing her schooling, Ambeau discovered that she is a diabetic. During her segment with Dr. Clairborne on Fri. November 11th @ 6:45p.m. et she will talk about how we can all be healthier from the inside out with food that looks good and is good for us.

Interested in being a guest of "Fashion Forward"? Feel free to contact co-executive prdoucer Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com. Have questions for Gail to answer on the show or in one of her upcoming blogs? Contact her at askambeau@aol.com or ambeau64@aol.com. You can also keep in touch with Gail and her upcoming projects at www.gailrayfordambeau.com.

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Conversations LIVE Celebrates Fashion With "Gifted By Design"

For almost a decade Shadow Play Entertainment and its subsidiaries Conversations LIVE and Conversations Magazine have celebrated the power and the influence of not just fashion but those who create it.

In a special two-part event beginning Thursday, October 27, 2011, Conversations LIVE host Cyrus Webb will talk with designers from all over the country that are living their dreams, finding success and helping others along the way. Called "Gifted By Design" here is the line-up:

Thursday, October 27, 2011 @ 8p.m. et (7p.m. ct/5p.m. pt)--- Listeners can join us live here: www.tinyurl.com/giftedbydesign1
Latifa & Moriamo Johnson
Liz Fields
Jeannine Benoit
Carolina Mejia
Niiamar Felder
Linda Gail

Friday, October 28, 2011 @ 8p.m. et (7p.m. ct/5p.m. pt)--- Listeners can join us live at www.tinyurl.com/giftedbydesign2
Myrda Monasterial
Jessica McMahon
Takishma Faison
Vladmir Bercy & Dennie Buchanan of the D. Buchanan Collection

Any lover of fashion or the industry will want to join us for this special event. Can't listen to the show live? Feel free to visit the links above to catch the podcasts!

Interested in sharing your story with Cyrus Webb and Conversations LIVE? Contact him at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

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Conversations LIVE Shares Answer To 'Should Love Ever Hurt?'

Thanks to the over 3k who tuned in live or by podcast to Conversations LIVE's discussion SHOULD LOVE EVER HURT? on Saturday, October 15, 2011. Host Cyrus Webb was joined by survivors Freda Emmons, Dr. Loren Due and Patrick Dati as they shared their very personal stories of abuse, and how they have been able to move forward and are now in a position to help others along the way.


In the discussion Webb focused on the following three points when it comes from making the transition from being a victim to a victor and survivor:

1) Speaking out. Not allowing the abuser to have to power over you by causing your silence.
2) Forgiveness. Even if it is something that seems to come slowly towards the abuser, making sure that you have forgiven yourself and refuse to blame yourself for what was done.
3) Knowing that you are not alone. Making sure that you take advantage of the support group available to you all around the world. This will also let others know that they are not by themselves and may aide in their speaking out as well.

Missed the conversation? Listen to the podcast here: www.tinyurl.com/shouldloveeverhurt.

Interested in telling your own story on Conversations LIVE? Contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or at 601.896.5616. CONVERSATIONS: Feeding your love of life!

Cyrus Webb Announces New Milestone For Conversations LIVE

(Friday, October 14, 2011) Arts and entertainment organization Shadow Play Entertainment is pleased to announce that for the first time in the eight years since it launched the radio program Conversations LIVE that it will reach a record of 500 guests in 2011.

"This is monumental not just because of the numbers,"says Cyrus Webb, President of Shadow Play Entertainment and host of the radio program. "For me the real story is the variety of conversations we have had on the show this year and since 2003." The roster of those who have spoke with Webb ranges from award-winning recording artists, actors and actresses, authors, reality stars, fashion designers and individuals from everyday walks of life that have a story to tell.

The first four years that the show was on the air (2003-2007), Webb interviewed 244 guests. In 2008, as the word about the show began to spread, his total guests for that year was 172. In 2009 it went up to 265 guests. In a dramatic increase, however, Webb interviewed a total of 476 guests in 2010, bringing his total to date to over 1600 since he first went on the air on WMPR 90.1 FM in Jackson, MS. Webb credits not just the support of Blogtalkradio in his success, but that of the guests as well.

"People come on the show and tell me things they may never have shared with anyone else," says Webb. His commitment to giving a professional conversation with each show has landed him relationships with top publishing houses, publicists and television networks, all of whom applaud his interviewing style and dedication.

In the beginning of 2011 Webb knew that it was going to be a historic year for his brand and for the show. He had booked the first three months of the year before 2010 was even over! In October 2011 he has committed airtime to not just cancer survivors but also survivors of abuse as well. Over 70 guests have been booked for the month, each of whom Webb feels has a story that deserves to be heard and will help others. As of Thursday, October 13, 2011 459 guests had appeared on Conversations LIVE this year.

For Webb, however, the goal of the show remains the same. "I am going to keep challenging myself and making sure that we are giving a voice to those who have something to say," he says. "The world needs to know that in the middle of all the negatively and challenges there are people out there who are saying 'It is going to be okay'. That's what I want to do: let people know that whatever they are going through, whatever they are wanting to achieve, they are not alone.

To keep up-to-date on what is going on with Cyrus Webb and Conversations LIVE bookmark www.conversationsliveradio.com and www.cyruswebbpresents.com. Contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

(Sat. Oct. 15, 2011) Cyrus Webb Presents "Should Love Ever Hurt?"

Abuse comes in many forms, and Shadow Play Entertainment is committed to bringing attention to its hurtful effects and how individuals just like you are coming out of painful situations as survivors and thriving in life. The lesson? You are not alone.

On Saturday, October 15, 2011 at 4p.m. et (3p.m. ct/2p.m. mt/1p.m. pt) Conversations LIVE host Cyrus Webb will moderate a 30 minute conversations called "Should Love Ever Hurt?" Joining Webb will be abuse survivors Tameka "L. A. Say" Anderson, Dr. Loren Due, Patrick Dati and Freda Emmons.

Listen to the show live at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/middayconversations/2011/10/15/cyrus-webb-presents-should-love-ever-hurt .

To listen to past specials visit www.cyruswebbpresents.com. Interested in sharing your own story? Contact Cyrus Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.