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About

Kicking it with Kinnik is a live 5 week Instagram show, hosted by acting coach Kinnik Sky, that provides working actors with essential industry insights straight from the industry’s top casting directors and other well-known industry professionals. This season, we’re especially excited to introduce five amazing young co-hosts who are ready to bring their energy and talent to each episode!

Meet the Co-Hosts

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Josiah Ekari

Josiah Ekari is a charismatic and driven 12-year-old performer with an impressive and growing presence in the entertainment industry. Born in Albany, Georgia, and now based in Atlanta, he co-hosts the popular youth-oriented podcast *This, That or Whatever* on YouTube, engaging audiences with topics relevant to today’s generation. 

Josiah’s passion for acting ignited in the 5th grade when he starred as Prince Eric in a production of *The Little Mermaid Jr.* Since then, his career has flourished, expanding to include film, television, commercial, and runway work. His dedication has earned him IMDb credits, a strong social media following with over 40,000 TikTok subscribers and 18,000 Instagram followers, and representation by the esteemed J. Pervis Talent Agency.

Under the expert mentorship of renowned acting coach Kinnik Sky, Josiah continues to sharpen his skills with aspirations of one day standing on the Oscars stage. His passion for storytelling, combined with his natural talent and hard work, sets him on a path toward creative greatness.
 

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Rahja Leigh

Rahja Leigh was born June 2, 2016, in Glendale, California. At the young age of 3 Rahja knew she wanted to be on the big screen. She showed that by singing and rapping freestyled songs and tapping into her creativity by creating different characters and skits. At 6YO her parents decided to sign her up for acting classes with Miss Kinnik Sky & the Stars and Sky family to have proper guidance. She had her first dose of stage time by participating in the Little Miss African American Pageant in Los Angeles as well as hosting “PIECES” by Kinnik Sky in Atlanta, Ga.

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Josiah Howard-Tobia

Josiah Howard-Tobia is a charismatic and gregarious 7 year old actor, advocate, author, and philanthropist.  He was diagnosed with autism at 3 1/2 due to being speech delayed and having sensory issues. Despite his diagnosis Josiah has continued to thrive socially and academically. He is Twice Exceptional Learner and his favorite subjects are science and history. Josiah’s expressive language flourished and he decided to write books about autism with his mom’s help. They have published two books with more to come in 2024.
Josiah began acting at the age of five and has had the pleasure of being on Abbott Elementary and Tab Time; just to name a few. His ultimate goal is to be a Disney star. In his spare time Josiah loves to create videos for his social media accounts and think of ways to spread the message of inclusion and acceptance for autism. He also has a passion for helping the unhoused population.

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Harper Bree

Harper Bree is a 9-year-old girl that is from NC. Harper’s ability to perform was established at a young age of 2 during a fashion show. Since actually entering the entertainment field Harper has been in 4 different commercials, 4 different short films with one giving IMDB credits. Harper has also been in four different musical theater productions with leading roles. Harper also plays the guitar and is in ongoing acting class.

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Nia Johnson

Nia Johnson is a skilled actor who has been cast in several productions. She has been in some amazing projects that allowed her talents to be showcased. Such as Raynell in August Wilson’s Fences, Red Pearl, Finding Fish (MarVista Entertainment), and Brownies. Nia has also been in a film, Into the Light, which won her an award for “Best Child Actor/Actress”, and in Lillian, where she won “Best Young Actress”. Nia was a guest performer in the Paramount produced TV Series, Paradise Lost, where she played the younger version of Danielle Deadwyler’s character.

LIVE Episodes Every Thursday on
IG 7:30 PM EST 4:30 pm PST

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Episode 1: Leah Daniels Oct. 24th

Episode 2: Coming Soon Oct 30th ***Wednesday

Episode 3: Coming Soon Nov 7th

Episode 4: Coming Soon Oct Nov 14th

Episode 5: Coming Soon Oct Nov 21

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