Blu On Air: It's Okay If You Don't Fit In

Written by: Maya Perry

Blu like the color, shares her vibrant personality over the airwaves. She shared her destined start in the radio industry. “I started in college at WVST of Virginia State University in 2014. But I started networking and hosting events in 2011 to get my name out there.  I did not get into commercial radio until the end of 2017. The reason I got into radio was to have a voice to reach and help others.  My whole life, I’ve always found happiness in helping other people. There isn’t much that I haven’t been through.  I truly believe I have been put in a position to encourage others to get through their storms. My most important message is: “Where you start does not determine where you will finish.  KEEP GOING!”

When I asked her how she came up with her name, I assumed Blue was her favorite color but I was completely wrong! Blu explains, “I laugh when I get this question because most people think its some deep meaning behind my name.  BLU is my initials.  That’s literally all there is to it. Lol”

You can catch Blu on-air weeknights on iPower 92.1/ 104.1 and she also hosts a podcast. When asked what encouraging words she has for aspiring women in radio, she states, “It is okay that you don’t fit in right now. Later you will see why you weren’t supposed to, and you’ll be happy/proud that you didn’t. This game is for people who truly love it!  If you love it, WORK FOR IT! Keep trying! Keep Learning!  Keep Pushing! Keep Grinding! Never let anyone outwork you! And most importantly, NEVER GIVE UP!”