In this episode of The Black Lotus Podcast, Josiah brings on Rashan Schoffner, a leader, influencer, and style connoisseur who humbly served as the 46th Mr. Howard. Rashan, a recent graduate of Howard University, majored in Media, Journalism, and Film, with a concentration in TV & Film. We began our conversation by delving into what it means to be a Howard graduate and how Rashan's upbringing in Atlanta shaped his college experience. We then explored the profound impact of HBCU culture on Rashan's creativity and discussed the future of Black television, examining its trajectory and where it is headed.
Our discussion also delved into the trials and challenges Rashan faced to become Mr. Howard, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone. We further explored what being Mr. Howard taught Rashan about the Howard Community as a whole, along with his most significant takeaways from serving on the Royal Court for the past year. This episode is a captivating and informative conversation that delves into the realms of Black culture, Howard University, and college experiences. If you enjoy engaging discussions on these topics, this episode is a must-listen. And as we always say, as long as y'all show love, we'll stay consistent!
Intro - 0:00
What does it feel like to be a Howard University Alum - 2:30
From Atlanta to Howard - 7:20
How HBCU impacted Rashan’s creativity - 11:20
Can we return to the 80s and 90s era of Black Television? - 16:00
Does the 21st Century have a culture? - 18:00
Kids and Social Media - 22:15
How will Artificial Intelligence affect humanity? - 27:15
Mr. Howard Origin Story - 34:03
Moving out of the Comfort Zone - 47:00
What has being Mr. Howard taught you about the University? - 1:00:15
What inspires your creativity? - 1:12:55
Biggest Memories being Mr. Howard - 1:25:55
Closing Remarks - 1:32:00