“Second Chance with Johneri’O Scott”
The founder of Everyday Life News, Katrina M. Wilson wrote about media man, Johneri’O Scott back in 2017 for a newspaper in Kingstree, SC.
While many things have changed for Scott since 2017, his talk show where he utilizes his media skills from college is how he talks entertainment and celebs.
“My original goal for my show hasn’t really changed,” Scott said. “I’ve added to it because I found more about me. My show started off as “Let’s Talk with Johneri’O Scott” because I knew I wanted a talk show.”
He said he wanted to entertain and talk about entertainment and celebrities, but there was more. He learned his brand was bigger than that.
Scott has used his platform to discuss living with HIV.
“I had a story. My life was given a second chance. I want to inspire, empower and motivate others,” he said.
Scott said in order to do that he had to talk about his testimony and how God kept him and gave him a second chance. Now his platform is, “Second Chance with Johneri’O Scott.”
He said “Second Chance with Johneri’O Scott” is “where we shatter barriers and ignite profound conversations about the myriad opportunities encapsulated in second chances.”
He said life often grants people a remarkable gift – a chance to reevaluate, rediscover, and redefine their paths.
“Whether it’s seizing an opportunity anew, discovering your purpose through a second attempt or triumphing over past setbacks, this show delves into the transformative power of second chances,” Scott said.
He said “Second Chance” is more than a talk show. It’s a journey into the heart of resilience, growth and human potential.
“We aim to raise awareness and bridge gaps within communities by exploring the diverse narratives of individuals who’ve harnessed the power of a second opportunity,” he said.
On the show, each episode unfolds as a knowledge and understanding woven tapestry, showcasing second chances across various walks of life and situations.
He said not everyone is granted a second opportunity, but every chance received will be celebrated.
For those wondering what is new for him, he is working on planning monthly live talk show events for “Second Chance with Johneri’O Scott.”
“I will incorporate HIV awareness into my show as well as entertainment through my interviews. It will be a place where you can get the best of my two worlds,” he said.
When asked what Black History Month means to him, he said it means resilience, power, greatness, faith and love.
“As a community, as a culture we have overcome so much and are still overcoming and writing our story,” he said. “We built this world and to see how we are treated, I take dignity in representingus this entire month and beyond.”
His advice for future Black business owners or Black founders of a non-profit is to, “never forget where you came from. Be open to learn, be open to sacrifice, be open to work overtime and take someone along with you to learn as well. You can’t do anything alone.”
