Locked In weekly show to spotlight candid conversations with Black men

Locked In Podcast Radio and Visual Show will debut Oct. 17 on PowerBlendz 99.8 FM with a weekly format built around open discussion of Black male identity, family, work, mental health and community. The Atlanta-based program is designed to give Black men a platform to speak for themselves while reaching a broader audience across 192 countries.

Why it matters: - Locked In is built to center Black men’s voices rather than conversations about Black men. - The show aims to create space for honest discussion of identity, fatherhood, relationships, ambition, setbacks and mental and emotional well-being. - The format is designed for Black men and for women, families and communities that want deeper insight into their lives and experiences.

What happened: - King TrU Sedgwick created Locked In Podcast Radio and Visual Show as a weekly radio and visual program. - The show premieres Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at 10 a.m. on PowerBlendz 99.8 FM. - Locked In will air every Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. - The broadcast will reach 192 countries.

The details: - The show will feature candid conversations with Black men from different generations and backgrounds. - Weekly episodes will explore how Black men navigate personal, professional and cultural life. - Guests and panelists will share stories, lessons learned and differing opinions. - The program will also examine how views on manhood, relationships, careers, family, responsibility and success change over time. - The featured lineup includes Daryl “D.C.” Chambers, Dev the Actor, Don Don, Layven Vito, Kingston St. John Ester, Phavor Sedgewick, King TrU Sedgwick and Willie D. Davis IV. - Daryl “D.C.” Chambers is a model, Country Wayne skits actor and spokesperson. - Dev the Actor is an actor, trainer and coach. - Don Don is an actor and director. - Layven Vito is an actor, music artist and influencer. - Kingston St. John Ester is a model. - Phavor Sedgewick is a child actor and junior entrepreneur. - King TrU Sedgwick is a talent manager, CEO, creator and executive producer. - Willie D. Davis IV is an actor, motivational speaker and guest panel member. - The release includes media inquiries, interview requests and sponsorship opportunities at 678 768 0571 and Swagproentmgrgroup@yahoo.com. - The release also points listeners to the show's Facebook page and YouTube shorts.

Between the lines: - The show’s framing suggests a response to a media gap: Black men are often discussed from the outside rather than heard directly. - The intergenerational setup points to an effort to connect lived experience across age groups, not just produce celebrity conversation. - The broader-audience positioning suggests the program is meant to be both culturally specific and widely accessible.

What's next: - Locked In will launch on Oct. 17 and continue with weekly Saturday episodes. - The show is also opening the door to sponsorships and interview requests ahead of and after the premiere. - Audience growth will likely depend on how strongly the format delivers the candid, cross-generational conversations it promises.