It’s Sommer Time
‘It's Sommer Time’ shines a light on modern-day legends in our communities. Host Sommer Hill engages in candid conversations to uncover the essence of their journeys, explore motivations, success, and the unwavering drive that defines their stories. We unpack our experiences, one question at a time.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 62
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
From Tragedy to Triumph: DJ Quick Silva's Journey
In this compelling episode of the Sommer Time Podcast, host Sommer Hill sits down with the legendary DJ Quicksilva. Known as one of the hardest-working DJs in the industry, Quicksilva opens up about …
Scooty shares his journey from couch hopping to serial entrepreneur plus impacts of DC culture
In this episode, Kevin Scooty Hollums shares his story of couch hopper to serial entrepreneur. He walks us through the feelings of hitting rock bottom that launched him to move and get back on his fe…
Patisdope takes us to What Should I Call My Store, talks 4 years in the game and sneaker/DMV culture
I sat down with Patisdope, owner of What Should I Call My Store and he celebrates the stores 4th birthday!
We talked about what these 4 years have taught him, what shoes are hot and how many times yo…
Ronnie Riggles talks being in GQ, opening for SZA & Curren$y & healthy coping mechanisms for men
Welcome back to another episode of Sommer Time! 🎙️ Today, we have the incredibly talented Ronnie Riggles joining us. Ronnie shares his exciting journey from being featured in GQ to opening for music …
Happy Father’s Day episode with my dad, we appreciate & need you!
Today, we celebrate Father’s Day so of course, I had to bring my dad on an episode. I’m so grateful to have grown up with a dad like mine. He learned and evolved as we grew but I wouldn’t have it any…
Sports Anchor Darren Haynes talks infertility journey, Assurance of Child Safety Act and 13 Emmys
I met Darren while interning for WUSA9 during my time at Howard University. He quickly became a role model for me because of his professionalism, the love he has for his children and the way he looke…
Happy Anniversary to my show! Our very own intern, Ginger Mattison interviews founder, Sommer Hill
June 5 is a special day. It is my birthday and it also the day I decided to launch my own show. 1 year later, 16 episode, 300+ subscribers and SO MUCH LOVE, I am proud to share the official one year …
Founders of Black on the Block share journey to LA, entrepreneurship and need for community
For the next episode of It’s Sommer Time, host, Sommer Hill sat down with Char and Lanie Edwards, founders of Black on the Block- a block party and flea market started in LA. Char and Lanie tell us a…
Grounded founders, Danuelle & Mignon talk the importance of plants & journey to entrepreneurship
This week on It’s Sommer Time, we’re getting Grounded with Danuelle Doswell (@ddanuelle) & Mignon Hemsely (@filletmignon), founders of a Black women owned plant shop.
On this episode, Danuelle & Migno…
Celebrating Mother’s Day with my mom to talk motherhood, raising me and what new mothers should know
For Mother’s Day, I couldn’t think of anyone else to have as a guest other than my own mom.
For the woman I am today and the woman I will be in the future, I thank you.
Being a woman is the closest t…
Live From the Front Porch with creator and artist, Noochie
In this interview, we unveil the heartbeat behind 'Live from the Front Porch' with Noochie: a journey of innovation, fatherly wisdom, childhood tales and the profound impact of DC.
#BehindTheInterive…
Dr. Q, youngest Black man to own a dental studio talks GloRilla, Howard and why Kappa Alpha Psi
Roughly 3.8% of Black dentists make up the dentistry career, according to the Journal of the American Dental Association. But @doctor.q_ is making a big impact in a small space.
On this episode of ‘I…
Jonquilyn Hill, Host, shares insights on 2024 politics, missing Black girls and Love is Blind recap
8 year old Relisha Rudd went missing in March 2014. It has been 10 years and she still has not been found.
For ‘It’s Sommer Time’ I sat down with Jonquilyn Hill to hear more about her investigative p…
It’s Sommer Time: Three men vs me on love, role models and community
For the newest episode of It’s Sommer Time, I sat down with the men. I’ve read too many Twitter debates and have had too many personal experiences that left me conflicted. I had to go straight to the…
It's Sommer Time: Tiffany Markarian's journey from esthetician to a physic medium & energy healer
In this episode of It's Sommer Time, I talk with my esthetician, Tiffany Markarian. I've been seeing Tiffany since about 2018 for facials and over time, she has developed mediumship capabilities. Whi…
Its Sommer Time: Alanté Serene, EP of Melanin Mythbusters shares her story to popular social series
In this interview, Alante tackles misconceptions and stereotypes within the Black community, delving deep into milestones, mysteries, and myths. 💡💪🏽 With a commitment to historical context and thorou…
It's Sommer Time: Madison Star, Fashion Designer & Rapper on growing up in the industry & her career
Join us as we sit down with the talented and multifaceted Madison Star, who opens up about her extraordinary journey growing up in the industry. In this exclusive interview, Madison unveils the highs…
Its Sommer Time: Byrd, Founder of MadeInTheDMV on being adopted & her journey growing up in DC
Join us in this insightful interview with Byrd, the visionary creator behind MadeInTheDMV, a groundbreaking conference and platform fostering connections among creatives. Delve into Byrd's personal j…
It’s Sommer Time with EZ Ward on Faith, spirituality and modern day religion
It’s Sommer Time x EZ Talks! Welcome to our very first cross over episode!
In this enlightening episode, @reginaldeward talks me through his journey of Christianity: why he’s a Christian, how is fait…
The Art of Influence with Phylicia Rashad and Amber Robles Gordon
In this conversation with actor and dean, Phylicia Rashad and artist, Amber Robles Gordon, moderator Sommer Hill starts with their experience as Howard students. She then leads the conversation throu…