Laughing at Life with Rita Brent
Rita Brent and I dive into the complexities of honesty, humility and mastering the ability to learn from life as you go. She has a long list of accomplishments ranging from producing her own comedy special to giving Ted Talks. She the remarkable ability to make real life events funny and interesting. I know you guys are going to enjoy this one!
Bio:
A native of Jackson, Mississippi, Cherita Brent (also known as “Rita B.”) is a professional drummer, radio host, and stand-up comedienne. She began her professional drumming career at the age of 21 and has performed with the likes of D’ Mar and the Nu Funk Society, Grady Champion, KD Brosia, and more. Cherita graduated from Murrah High School in 2005, and in 2006, joined the Army National Guard Band. After graduating from Basic Combat Training in South Carolina, she graduated from the Navy School of Music in Norfolk, Virginia in 2006. She became a Sergeant in the 41st Army Band and recently ended her service in December 2014. While at Jackson State University from 2006-2009, she worked as an on-air personality at WJSU 88.5 FM for three years before joining Mississippi Public Broadcasting where she currently serves as a weekday local radio show host and producer.