{"podcast":{"title":"The Progress Report Podcast","slug":"the-progress-report-podcast-1205536","podcast_index_feed_id":1205536,"rss_url":"https://feeds.megaphone.fm/RMTV2547539343","website_url":"https://tprmediagroup.com","image_url":"https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/0faea14c-b49c-11ed-8b35-df310a86e3d3/image/Progress_Report_1x1.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress","author":"The Progress Report Media Group LLC","episode_count":675,"summary":"The Progress Report is more than media—it’s a movement. Founded in Atlanta, we are a premier hip-hop platform dedicated to documenting the culture, amplifying untold stories, and championing the voices that shape the streets and the sound. Through raw interviews, real conversations, and unapologetic content, we bridge the gap between underground talent and mainstream recognition. We don’t chase clout—we create impact. Our mission is to give artists and creatives the space to speak their truth, share their grind, and inspire progression. From breaking new music to covering industry trends, The Progress Report is trusted by artists, respected by fans, and rooted in authenticity. This is where hustle meets media. This is The Progress Report.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-29T02:19:04.472794+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast-1205536"},"episode":{"title":"Terrell Carter speaks on playing Varney on ‘Beauty in Black’, his mom having him at age 11, new book & music","slug":"terrell-carter-speaks-on-playing-varney-on-beauty-in-black-his-mom-having-him-at-age-11-new-book-music","published_at":"2026-03-23T20:03:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast-1205536/terrell-carter-speaks-on-playing-varney-on-beauty-in-black-his-mom-having-him-at-age-11-new-book-music","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast-1205536","url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMeLi5TSV-I","audio_url":"https://chrt.fm/track/5DD7DF/traffic.megaphone.fm/RMTV4116658924.mp3?updated=1774296912","summary":"Terrell Carter sits down with Lalaa Shepard for a powerful episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report. In this episode, Terrell Carter opens up about his role as Varney on Beauty in Black, working with Tyler Perry, and how acting has impacted his real life — including fans reacting to his character. He also shares deeply personal moments about his upbringing, including his mother’s story, being raised by his grandmother, and the emotional journey that inspired his new book ‘Problem Child’ and album ‘Mr. Carter’. Terrell talks about: • His transition from church singing with Fred Hammond to acting • Lessons he had to unlearn to become his best self • Why he doesn’t want to be a father • The meaning behind his book “Problem Child” • How “Beauty in Black” influenced his music • Defining what “progress” truly means This is one of Terrell Carter’s most honest conversations yet. 🎬 Watch now & tap in with The Progress Report! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terrellmusic/ https://www.instagram.com/lalaashep/ https://www.instagram.com/theprogressreport101/ https://www.instagram.com/tprmediagroup1/ Website: https://TPRMediaGroup.com Listen to us on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast/id1494070183 Listen to us on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/5sBgF6wWa7NmHraP2QuBEv?si=a0f5f19b8a494fb5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices","meta_description":"Terrell Carter sits down with Lalaa Shepard for a powerful episode of Skipping Class presented by The Progress Report. In this episode, Terrell Carter ope…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1265,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-progress-report-podcast-1205536/episodes/terrell-carter-speaks-on-playing-varney-on-beauty-in-black-his-mom-having-him-at-age-11-new-book-music/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-progress-report-podcast-1205536/terrell-carter-speaks-on-playing-varney-on-beauty-in-black-his-mom-having-him-at-age-11-new-book-music.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}