Celebrating 25 years as a premier entertainment publicist, veteran image-maker Wyllisa Bennett is transitioning from behind the scenes to behind the microphone with the launch of her new podcast, CALL ME WYLLISA. Timed alongside National Black Business Month and World Entrepreneurs’ Day, the show marks a major milestone for Bennett, who has spent a quarter-century mastering the art of building and sustaining fame for Hollywood actors, media personalities, authors, filmmakers, and industry executives.
Produced in collaboration with the Intentional Talk Radio Network (ITRN)—the nation’s second-largest Black talk radio network—CALL ME WYLLISA delivers candid conversations, unfiltered commentary, and deep dives into the lives of cultural trailblazers. The podcast offers listeners a front-row seat to the authentic stories, resilience, and business acumen powering Black excellence across entertainment, media, and entrepreneurship.
“Everyone who knows me knows I love to talk,” said Bennett. “After years of using my voice to advocate for my clients, I realized it was time to use that same voice to connect with audiences in a different way. CALL ME WYLLISA allows me to do what I love most — that is, have real conversations with fascinating people and uncover the stories behind their success.”
Featured Season Launch Guests:
- Rolonda Watts: Award-winning talk show host, actress, and comedian.
- Victoria Rowell: Multiple Emmy-winning actress and director, best known for The Young and the Restless.
- Malinda Williams: Acclaimed actress (Soul Food, The Wood) and entrepreneur.
- Bahni Turpin: Audible Hall of Fame narrator and award-winning voice actress.
Reflecting on her 25-year entrepreneurial journey, Bennett emphasizes that while the media landscape has evolved, the core of her work remains unchanged: “The entertainment industry has changed tremendously, but one thing remains constant: the power of a great story.”
CALL ME WYLLISA is currently streaming on all major podcast directories, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music.
WEBSITE: https://www.wyllisabennett.com/
Author Bio:
ABOUT WYLLISA BENNETT | at a glance
A North Carolina native, Wyllisa Bennett relocated to Los Angeles in 2001 and founded wrb public relations, a boutique agency recognized for delivering big ideas, strategic communications and impactful results. She has earned a reputation for creating compelling narratives, securing meaningful media coverage and cultivating long-standing relationships with journalists, producers and industry influencers.
Her entrepreneurial leadership has also been recognized by the City of Los Angeles. Last year, she graduated from the City of Los Angeles Small Business Academy, facilitated by the Bureau of Contract Administration (BCA). The program equipped entrepreneurs with mentorship, resources and business development strategies to help build sustainable companies, and graduates were honored during a ceremony at Los Angeles City Hall.
In 2020, Bennett was recognized during Black History Month by the Office of Los Angeles City Council President Emeritus Herb Wesson for her longstanding contributions to public relations and her service to the arts and entertainment community.
Bennett began building her communications career while attending North Carolina Central University (NCCU, an HBCU), where she earned a bachelor’s degree in English with a minor in media journalism. During her undergraduate studies, she served as a communications aide through the North Carolina State Internship Program in the Office of Lieutenant Governor Robert B. Jordan III, an experience that helped lay the foundation for a career dedicated to storytelling, strategic communications and amplifying the voices of others.
