What Does Your Favorite Show Say About You

Call me lame but one of my all time favorite things to do is cuddle up with a bottle of wine and find a binge worthy TV show on my laptop. Literally, I'm an introvert trapped in an extrovert personality. My all time favorite shows are a lot like my personality, completely random. I honestly think one's favorite show, album, or novel says something about their personality. I've listed my all-time favorite shows below, and how it relates to me. What are some of yours and what do you think it says about you? 

1. The Wire 

I believe in never judging a book by it's cover. People are complex and grey. No one is all good or all bad but uncovering the truth is still important. Also it showed me, I'm obsessed with a good story. In my opinion, the writing in the Wire is second to none. 

-- > HBO GO

2. The Vampire Diaries 

I want passionate and unconventional love. I believe in taking risks and chances. Also, it's okay to have different interests. Let's be honest most of my friends are 20 something African americans so TVD isn't really their cup of tea. But, I couldn't live without it.  

-- > CW, Netflix 

3. Scandal 

I like the idea of being a woman in power. The fast pace way Olivia owns her business with the support of her Gladiators is so #GOALS. I don't care whats going on with her love life or B613. She gets through it. I believe if your work ethic matches your passion no one can stop you. 

4. The Game

Let's be honest, the idea of the fancy life and fancy friends just seems pretty lit. But, it's cooler to be in that lifestyle and still have genuine people around you. I also love the characters in this show. I see my actual friends in so many of the characters. Sidebar, my friends say I'm the Kelly. 

-- > DVD's available online 

5. Fresh Prince of Bel Air 

Fresh Prince will always make the cut! I believe it's okay to laugh and have fun sometime. Family is always the most important thing ever and as long as you got them you're good. 

-- > BET, TBS 

-- <33 @askKirbyCarroll 

Being a Boss and Dating in 2016

As some of you may know I am an ambassador and senior editor for Black Girls Do. Black Girls Do is a social group dedicated to destroying the negative perception of black women by celebrating them in action. They host fun and engaging events and community service projects on the East coast.

The creator asked me to write an article on being a boss and dating in 2016. I told her I wasn't in a relationship and still building my business, but she persisted. So, I gave it my best try. Check it out here. 💜


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- @askKirbyCarroll

Twenty-Six

So, my birthday is tomorrow. I'll be twenty six years old. When I was seventeen I just knew I'd have my whole life together by 25. Then, 25 happened. I'm pretty sure on midnight of my 25th birthday I was walking around DC intoxicated eating a quesadilla. Anyway the point is, it wasn't all together. I had just finished graduate school and was moving back to my hometown to start the job hunt. It was a hard time. Someone very close to me was sick, I had gained weight, and I kept getting that email. You know the email. "While your resume was very competitive, we regret to inform you." You get it, please don't make me finish it. But soon enough I was offered a job. It was in television, and just forty minutes away from home. Was it my dream job? Heck no, but it definitely paid the bills and it was media related, like I wanted. However, that's not what made me the happiest. The happiest was my family. I've lived out of state pretty much since I turned eighteen and I'd forgotten how being at home makes me feel. I can unapologetically say laying on my parents bed talking about my plans for the future and/or explaining the dynamics of the Kardashians and Blacc Chyna makes me beyond happy. Not to mention, this was the first summer in years that I got to spend with my sister. We talked about our goals, relationships, and love for chipotle. She also was with me every time I filmed Ask Now and always gave me feedback on scripts. I'm not the girl who wants to be away from her family. I'm the one who wants to be wrapped around them.


But then August hit. I looked at "Family Book" aka Facebook. All I saw were weddings and babies being born. I looked at Instagram and saw so many of my peers living in places like LA or NY and living their dreams, and that familiar feeling came back. Why am I still single? Am I not doing enough professionally?  People who really know me are aware that I can't turn off my mind. Like literally, when I sleep my dreams are even super vivid. There are so many stories inside of me that I'd like to share and create. The closer 26 came the more I realized I'm not telling them all.

Then, I realized something. Life is short, and I forced that moment to pass. I lost two people close to me this year. While it hurts that I will never see their face again. I feel their spirit. I'm learning to make myself follow rules, not only for me but for others who love me. Be unapologetic. Be you. Spend time with people you love. Be happy. Take risks. Trust the Creator's timing. Believe in love. Be creative not combative.

God will allow everything to work out if you live every day like this, with purpose. So that's what I'm gonna try to do this year. There may be days I need wine, a netflix binge day, or a hug.

But, I will give it all my all. I owe it to myself and the people who love me.

So 26, be lit. 

--- <3 @askKirbyCarroll 

Ask Now Show Hampton Roads: Top Rope Zeus

This season, when I asked readers what topics they'd like to discuss, the bulk of them revolved around dating, relationships, and sex. I also had a few questions specifically about online dating, and the effect of social media on relationships. I really wanted to talk about all of these topics. So I combined them into one episode. Will swiping right lead you to Mr. Right? 

However, I'm single, a girl, and dating confuses me lol. So I wanted to give y'all a different point of view. That brings me to @TopRopeZeus. He's a very talented actor and creator of popular Youtube series, Hump Day Romance. By the way, if you haven't seen it, check it out and thank me later. On this episode, we have a very open and honest discussion about a lot of things like online dating, having friends of the opposite sex and so much more.

I'm sure you guys are gonna laugh and have a lot to say about this episode. It got very REAL. I can't wait to hear your thoughts. Check it out
here.  

Keep up with Top Rope Zeus on social media at @TopRopeZeus and subscribe to his Youtube channel here. 

--- > <33 @askKirbyCarroll

Ask Now Show Hampton Roads: LaQuayle Agurs

Recently, popular series like Fox's Empire and BET's Being Mary Jane have been discussing mental health and suicide. This is very interesting due to the fact that many African american families have made mental health a very taboo topic. On this episode of the Ask Now Show I spoke to LaQuayle Agurs, the first ever Miss HBCU. We discussed the significence of historically black colleges, suicide prevention, and her amazing plans for life after graduation!

@MissHBCUPageant

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide please call this number 1-800-273-8255. Never be afraid to share your story. Check out this week's episode here and let me know your thoughts. 

<33 @askKirbyCarroll 

Ask Now Show Hampton Roads: Dominique da Diva

The first episode of the Ask Now Show features media personality Dominique da Diva. Dominique is one of my favorite media personalites, and she's based in the Virginia Beach area. She's been in radio for almost ten years and is in her twenties. Ask anyone in the media industry and they'll tell you, that alone shows she is talented. In addition to being in radio she's made quite a name for herself with a following of over 47,000 online and creating and hosting exclusive events.

In this episode we discuss the topic of entrepreneurship, establishing a brand, and the power of social media. We also have a lot of girl talk and discuss her dating life, celebrity crushes and mobile app that will be available everywhere Thursday, June 16, 2016.

Check it out here and let me know your thoughts. You can follow Dominique on social media at @Dominiquedadiva. Join the conversation by using the hashtag #AskNowShow.


Thanks for watching!
<33 @askKirbyCarroll

The Ask Now Show is BACK

The Ask Now Show is finally back, and I am so excited about this season. The Ask Now show is a talk series that discusses topics submitted by college students and young professionals. Every episode features a special guest that is conversational and well versed on the topic.

Last season the series featured talent in the DC Metropolitan area. This time we are featuring my hometown Hampton Roads, VA. 

 In May of 2015 I received my Master's degree in producing for television and film. I was determined to find a network producing job in the fast pace city.  Sadly, I could not find a job in the DC area. It was very humbling to return home and start the job search all over again. But, God works in mysterious ways because soon after I came home I realized that's where I needed to be for awhile. 

I gained a media position that's helped fund AKC LLC projects. I've also been able to spend time and care for my family and loved ones. Lastly, I fell back in love with VA energy. We have so much talent and interesting people here. There is such a wide range of talent but for some reason its very unknown. 

Well this season I spoke to some of the biggest talent in the area. These people range from media personalities, student leaders and politicians. I spoke candidly about the topics readers submitted and tried to ask all the questions they'd want to know. 

Ask Now Season 1 was so important to me. It was me taking a big leap of faith, and I'm unapologetically happy it. However, I was a lot safer in my questioning and personality. I really feel like this season was more REAL. I argued back with some of the guests, selected controversial talent and obtained sponsors for  captivating locations. 

The afternoon of June 14th the first episode will be released. I invite you guys to check it out and give me your opinion. Join the conversation by using the hashtag #AskNowShow or reaching out via social media @askKirbyCarroll. 

-- <33 @askKirbyCarroll