Erika’s life is stuck – but when her brilliant 12-year-old daughter recognizes her bakery gifts, they risk everything to build a dessert empire. "Self-Rising Flower" charts her years of entrepreneurial struggles, strained family bonds, and persevering against the odds through their innovative rise.
Written and Directed by Corey A. Burkes.
Self-Rising Flower - a six-part audio drama mini series with an incredibly full cast of voices:
Self-Rising Flower theme song and lyrics composed by Liam Bradbury. Theme song performed by Jerina. Background music by Peter (MackSter) McKenzie.
Additional music by Johnathon D. Swan, Caleb Riggins and Dominque M. Stewart. Casting by Matos Management.
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Erika’s life is stuck – but when her brilliant 12-year-old daughter recognizes her bakery gifts, they risk everything to build a dessert empire. "Self-Rising Flower" charts her years of entrepreneurial struggles, strained family bonds, and persevering against the odds through their innovative rise.
Written and Directed by Corey A. Burkes.
Self-Rising Flower - a six-part audio drama mini series with an incredibly full cast of voices:
Self-Rising Flower theme song and lyrics composed by Liam Bradbury. Theme song performed by Jerina. Background music by Peter (MackSter) McKenzie.
Additional music by Johnathon D. Swan, Caleb Riggins and Dominque M. Stewart. Casting by Matos Management.
Follow us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Give us a five-star rating! Head over to our Instagram page @selfrisingflowerpodcast and be part of the conversation. We look forward to reading your responses.

Episode Five: Parties For Hosting
In this pivotal episode, Erika D's faces its biggest challenge yet as the Daniels family prepares to cater their first major event - Jasmine's high-profile wedding. As they navigate this new territory, we witness the family's growing pains and triumphs.
The episode highlights Erika's personal growth as she learns to trust her children's business acumen, particularly Aniyah's sharp instincts. We see the family's excitement as they receive their first significant payment, marking a turning point for their business.
However, their success brings new complications. The family's attempt to collaborate with Maxine's, Atlanta's premier catering service, leads to a tense confrontation that sets the stage for future conflicts. Aniyah's bold stand against Maxine's condescension marks the beginning of a rivalry that will shape Erika D's future.
Filled with moments of triumph, anxiety, and fierce determination, this episode showcases the Daniels family's resilience as they step into the big leagues of the catering world. Join us as Erika D's prepares to prove themselves against established competitors and take on their biggest challenge yet.
Written and directed by Corey A. Burkes
Self-Rising Flower - a six-part audio drama miniseries with an incredibly full cast of voices:
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