# YOLONDA ROSS Talks The Chi, Directing & Powerful Storytelling Here On The Roundtable!

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Podcast: [The Roundtable with Robert Bannon](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-roundtable-with-robert-bannon-6608267)
Published: 2026-07-02T19:11:00+00:00
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TV star, acclaimed actress, and visionary director Yolonda Ross joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for an inspiring conversation about her incredible career, her powerful work on The Chi, and her continued evolution as both an actress and director. Audiences know Yolonda for her unforgettable portrayal of Jada Washington on Showtime’s hit drama The Chi, where she has brought depth, strength, vulnerability, and heart to one of the show’s most beloved characters. Through every season, she has helped shape the emotional core of the series with honesty and grace. Beyond her celebrated acting work, Yolonda continues to expand her voice as a director and storyteller, creating meaningful work that reflects truth, humanity, and purpose. In this thoughtful conversation, she opens up about the journey behind her success, the impact of storytelling, stepping behind the camera, and what continues to inspire her artistry. This is a conversation about growth, purpose, creativity, and legacy you will not want to miss. Watch / listen on BroadwayWorld, Broadway Podcast Network, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, YouTube & more. More at RobertBannon.com & follow Robert on IG @RobertMBannon. #YolondaRoss #TheChi #Showtime #JadaWashington #TVStars #Directors #EntertainmentNews #TheRoundtableWithRobertBannon #BroadwayWorld #BroadwayPodcastNetwork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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