In this captivating episode, we dive even deeper into Ananda Lewis's extraordinary journey. Ananda recounts her remarkable entry into the world of show business, originally aspiring to become a teacher but finding herself drawn towards a different path. She reveals the pivotal moment when her students became her inspiration to audition for a role on BET, ultimately propelling her into television stardom. Ananda also shares invaluable insights from her experiences in the industry, reflecting on the lessons learned and the choices she might have made differently along the way. As an added bonus, she offers a fascinating perspective on how the landscape of showbiz has evolved from the '90s to today. Host IG:@itstanyatime Guest IG: @imanandalewis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.