Dyana Williams and Derrick Sampson, hosts of the weekly music program “Soulful Sunday” on Old School 100.3, present a
survey of the skills set necessary to be a solid broadcaster and to execute a meaningful show, whether it is music, talk, or news program.

For over three decades, Dyana Williams has remained a constant force in the entertainment industry. Her career spans from broadcasting, community activism, print journalism, television producing/reporting, artist development/media coaching and lecturing. Affectionately named "The Ambassador of African-American Music" by American Express’ Departures magazine, the Harlem, New York native began her career at WHUR-FM in the Nation’s Capitol and later, journeyed back home to the top-rated station, WBLS-FM. After making history as the first African-American woman to join an on-air team in Rock radio at WRQX-FM, she landed her first on-camera position as an entertainment reporter on “PM Magazine,” which aired on Washington, D.C.’s CBS affiliate, WUSA. In 1980, Williams made Philadelphia her home with a coveted on-air position at WDAS-FM. Additionally, she organized the station’s community-based activities. Her responsibilities were coupled with a position as News & Entertainment Reporter for BET and Music Consultant for VH1’s “The Soul of VH1.” Her commitment to the community and entertainment industry shadows her career. In1991, she co-founded the International Association of African-American Music. In her role as a music activist, Ms. Williams co-authored House Concurrent Bill 509 as a means to give credence to the contributions of African-American music as a viable cultural and economic entity. She rallied alongside Congressman Chaka Fattah to pass the bill. Dyana was invited to the White House during the Jimmy Carter and Clinton administrations. During Black Music Month 2007 at the White House, President George W. Bush recognized her for her work in the music industry.