<p><strong>Episode Five: Parties For Hosting</strong></p><p>In this pivotal episode, Erika D&#39;s faces its biggest challenge yet as the Daniels family prepares to cater their first major event - Jasmine&#39;s high-profile wedding. As they navigate this new territory, we witness the family&#39;s growing pains and triumphs.</p><p>The episode highlights Erika&#39;s personal growth as she learns to trust her children&#39;s business acumen, particularly Aniyah&#39;s sharp instincts. We see the family&#39;s excitement as they receive their first significant payment, marking a turning point for their business.</p><p>However, their success brings new complications. The family&#39;s attempt to collaborate with Maxine&#39;s, Atlanta&#39;s premier catering service, leads to a tense confrontation that sets the stage for future conflicts. Aniyah&#39;s bold stand against Maxine&#39;s condescension marks the beginning of a rivalry that will shape Erika D&#39;s future.</p><p>Filled with moments of triumph, anxiety, and fierce determination, this episode showcases the Daniels family&#39;s resilience as they step into the big leagues of the catering world. Join us as Erika D&#39;s prepares to prove themselves against established competitors and take on their biggest challenge yet.</p><p><strong>Written and directed by Corey A. Burkes</strong></p><p><strong>Self-Rising Flower</strong> - a six-part audio drama miniseries with an incredibly full cast of voices:</p><ul><li>Ashley Johnson</li><li>Izzy Miller</li><li>Noah Watts</li><li>Lillie Mae Jones</li><li>Asia Slater</li><li>Damian Hill</li><li>Lianna Perry Fountain</li><li>Jessica Oates</li><li>Sariya Burkes</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>If this story pulled you in, there&#39;s more waiting for you.</em></p><p><em></em><a href="https://desktopepics.com">⁠⁠<em>DesktopEpics.com</em>⁠⁠</a><em> is where we&#39;re building original dramatic storytelling — thriller, sci-fi, horror , comedy and more — built for audiences who want something real. Come find us. </em><a href="https://desktopepics.com">⁠<em>https://desktopepics.com</em>⁠</a><em> </em><strong>Listen and Subscribe: </strong>Available on all major podcast platforms.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Our Sponsors:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.themagicovencupcakery.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">The Magic Oven Cupcakery</a></p><p><a href="https://itsacurlthing.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">It’s A Curl Thing</a></p><p><a href="https://msha.ke/blkaudiodramas/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Black Audio Dramas Exist</a></p><p> <strong>Listen On:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-rising-flower-trailer/id1739684298?i=1000651485768" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Apple Podcasts</a></li><li><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6vsNS68nXfqgjnmoZKqjMU" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Spotify</a></li><li><a href="http://selfrisingflower.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">selfrisingflower.com</a></li><li><a href="https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/bdd708b5-d295-4cce-befa-9437e76b0c8a/self-rising-flower" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Amazon Music</a></li><li><a href="https://www.audible.com/podcast/Self-Rising-Flower/B0CZV12KZB" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Audible</a></li><li><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-self-rising-flower-164880793/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">iHeart Radio</a></li><li><a href="https://www.radio.net/podcast/self-rising-flower" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Radio.net</a> </li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Us:</strong></p><ul><li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DesktopepicsEntertainment" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">DesktopEpics Entertainment</a></li></ul>