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LadyRedNails: Tiana Ward Interview
Multi-media Host and model Tiana Ward, known on the radio as
LadyRedNails, is a positive force whose distinct voice and fun personality
allows her to host her own show, In The House on Accelerated Radio. Tiana was born
and raised in Inglewood, California and she is currently studying Broadcast
Journalism. She is also a co-host on Accelerated Radio’s Urban Hollywood and
hosts red carpet events. Finding her love for radio combined with her relentless
work ethic has made for the beginnings of a promising career. Keep the name
LadyRedNails in mind next time you listen to the radio and know for a fact
that Tiana Ward is here to stay.
Age: 26
Home Town:
Inglewood, CA
Stage Name: LadyRedNails
How did you get your
start in modeling?
In 2011, I had a meeting with a friend and I did my first photo
shoot in my house and it has been a continuous growth since then building my
portfolio.
Why do they call you
“LadyRedNails”?
I came up with the name in 2011 while I was painting my
nails red. I decided to stick with the name and commit to it. It’s more than
just a name it’s my company and it’s my brand. It sums me up well too. I’m a
lady first and my favorite color is red.
How did you get the
opportunity to work for Accelerated Radio?
I got my start through a program director, Erika Alexander
also known on the radio as “Queen Cookee”, on another radio station. I stayed
with that radio station and in August of 2013 Erika asked me to come aboard on Accelerated
Radio.
You’ve said you
learned every single day in your work for radio and apply it to being a host.
What are some valuable lessons that you carry with you every day?
In radio I’ve learned to constantly grow and be stronger than
I was the day before. The same lessons can be applied to my life. I smile and I’m
thankful for everything that comes my way.
You’re constantly
working! Where do you find the time to host and co-host two radio shows on
Accelerated Radio, The Urban Hollywood & In The House?
I honestly don’t know how I do it. Sometimes I feel as if I’m
not doing enough. I find that balance is
necessary in school, love, meditation, and food.
How fun is it doing,
as you said, your “dream job” everyday?
It makes me so happy.
I love music and I love to be around it. A lot of my close friends are connected
to the industry with some being musicians, song writers, or journalists so it
made sense that I would be attracted to this field. I found it inspiring to see
them doing what they love.
It seems you don’t
want to be boxed into one category, saying you didn’t just want to be a model.
Where does this versatility come from?
Maybe because I grew up in dance from age three to fifteen.
The dances would constantly change and the music would change. I believe that I
am limitless and that I can excel in anything that sparks my interest. I also
feel like it is very important to know your weakness and to work on that too.
You’re also a student,
studying Broadcast Journalism. How has that experience been?
My experience in studying Broadcast Journalism has been really
good. At one point in my life I thought I didn’t need college, then once I realized
I found my passion for radio it all clicked for me. I received a warm welcome when I came back to
college and I found a job on campus. I believe me going back to college sparked
this flame of opportunities. When you’re doing what you’re supposed to do
everything falls into place.
You have a distinct
voice, would you ever consider doing voice over work narrating a movie?
Absolutely! I grew up doing public speaking and I had the opportunity
to do a narrative for a comedian’s reel. That comedian was Joe Clare. I was struck
by the whole process and that was the first time I heard my voice played back
to me.
How does it feel to
have a platform where you’re seen and heard?
It feels great to talk to artists about what they love. I
just want to continue to grow and spread positivity.
I see that you also
host events.
Yes, hosting events has been amazing. The company I worked
for as a model had me at a red carpet event as the host and it was awesome.
What are your
aspirations in radio and beyond it?
I would love if they brought back TRL. I want to be an
executive producer and a TV host. I look up to Lala Anthony, Oprah and Wendy
Williams all of who got their start in radio. I see myself having my own shown
one day. I would also want to start a mentor organization. It would involve outreach
that would clean up beaches and be associated with other charitable activities.
Within the next year I want to start a web series and by 2016 I want to
complete my Broadcast Journalism degree. In the future I see myself being a mother,
traveling a lot, and doing right by God.
Where can people
reach you?
People can reach me at my Twitter & IG: @ladyrednails
And you can listen to me on Accelerated Radio, Urban Hollywood every Tuesday from 8:00pm-10:00pm and my show In The House every Thursday night from 10:00pm-11:00pm
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