Best B T Baldwin Podcasts (2024)

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Bonus Episode with Black & Published: Vanessa Riley Writes Regency Romance with Black People in the Starring Roles 51:42

26d ago51:42

51:42

SURPRISE! It’s a Bonus Episode. Yes, I am officially on summer vacation, working on my novel, and the podcast is on a summer hiatus. So, why am I back in your podcast feed? Because I have a special bonus episode for you! I want to introduce you to a literary podcast I love to listen to called Black & Published. Hosted by author Nikesha Elise Willia…

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Busting the Myth of The Solitary Writer: Virginia Woolf Got it Wrong 21:25

1M ago21:25

21:25

On episode 32 of the podcast, our final episode of Season 3, I’m going to share a final pep talk meant to get you to stop thinking that you have to do this writing thing all alone. On today's show, I’m going to dispel the myth of the solitary writer, sharing why it’s a myth, how it got started, why it’s a dangerous myth, who the myth actually benef…

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"Pursue Your Writing Life Like a Dog Pursues a Bone" with Bernice L. McFadden 50:38

2M ago50:38

50:38

On episode 31 of the podcast, I have saved the best for last. Our final author interview this season is with the incomparable, American-Book-Award-winning author, Bernice L. McFadden. Bernice L. McFadden is the author of over a dozen books, including Sugar and Glorious. Her latest novel, Praise Song for the Butterflies, was long listed for the 2019…

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Why BIPOC Writers Should Consider a Life Abroad: Lessons from James Baldwin 24:42

2M ago24:42

24:42

On episode #30 of the Reed, Write, & Create podcast, we’re doing two things; we’re honoring the late, great James Baldwin, who would be turning 100 years old in 2024, and I'm giving you a pep talk about being an American writer abroad. Yes, I’m sharing the life and times of Mr. James Baldwin to offer you the opportunity to consider what travel can …

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From Self-Published to New York Times Bestseller: Sadeqa Johnson Shares Her Story of Success 52:52

3M ago52:52

52:52

On episode #29, New York Times bestselling author Sadeaqa Johnson is on the show sharing her inspiring author journey and her practical strategies to living a successful literary life. Sadeqa Johnson is the New York Times bestselling author of five novels, including Yellow Wife and her latest, The House of Eve, which was the February 2023 Reese Wit…

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The Paradox of Jessie Redmon Fauset: The Harlem Renaissance's Most Prolific Novelist that You Don't Know 25:30

3M ago25:30

25:30

Episode #28 of the podcast is dedicated to the literary life and legacy of Jessie Redmon Fauset, the most prolific novelist of the Harlem Renaissance, and also, sadly, the most overlooked and under-appreciated. On this episode of the Reed, Write, & Create podcast, I will be sharing Fauset’s fascinating life story, as well as four reasons why she is…

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Being a Writer is Hard Work:A Masterclass in Creative Writing with Phillip B. Williams 58:43

3M ago58:43

58:43

On episode 27 of the podcast, award-winning poet and debut novelist, Phillip B. Williams, is on the show. You might have heard about Williams because his brand new novel, Ours, was one of Oprah’s most anticipated books for 2024. Ours is an epic story about a conjure woman named Saint, who goes around destroying plantations in the south, and then fr…

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How Do You Make a Living as a Writer in Hard Times? Ask Langston Hughes! 22:59

4M ago22:59

22:59

On episode #26 of the podcast, I’m using the life of the illustrious Langston Hughes, to give you a pep talk on how to make a living with your writing. Even in hard times. Did you know that Langston Hughes is recognized as the first African-American writer to make a living solely from his writing? Yes, Langston Hughes was definitely the hardest wor…

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How to Bring History's Hidden Figures to Life on the Page with New York Times Bestselling Author, Ilyon Woo 56:38

4M ago56:38

56:38

On episode 25 of the podcast, my guest is New York Times Bestselling author, Ilyon Woo. Ilyon is the author of the new book, Master Slave Husband Wife: An Epic Journey from Slavery to Freedom and The Great Divorce: A Nineteenth-Century Mother’s Extraordinary Fight Against Her Husband, the Shakers, and Her Times. Her writing has also appeared in The…

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Art, Activism, and Audre Lorde: How to Use Your Words to Change the World 18:59

5M ago18:59

18:59

On episode 24 of the podcast, you’re getting a pep talk about art and activism, using the life and times of the incredible Audre Lorde as our role model. We’re talking about the intersection of identity, writing, and making the world a better place. Audre Lorde was a Black feminist writer and activist who authored several books of poetry, essays, a…

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Writing Romance, Race, and Ricki Wilde with New York Times Best-Selling Author, Tia Williams 44:17

5M ago44:17

44:17

We’re back with season 3 of the Reed, Write, and Create Podcast! On episode 23 of the podcast, my guest is New York Times best-selling author, Tia Williams. Tia is an author of both YA titles and adult fiction. She wrote the bestselling debut novel The Accidental Diva and then penned two young adult novels, It Chicks and Sixteen Candles. Her award-…

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A Short But Important Announcement about the Podcast! 6:22

6M ago6:22

6:22

Lori is taking a break from her winter break to share an update about the future of the podcast. The podcast is getting a new name! Find out what it is and what caused the change on this short but important episode. New Links for all things Reed, Write, & Create. The Reed, Write, & Create website. Reed, Write, & Create on Facebook. Reed, Write, & C…

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How to Make a Living Writing YA Fiction: A Conversation with Ibi Zoboi 1:07:33

7M ago1:07:33

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On episode 22 of the podcast, award-winning author, Ibi Zoboi is my guest. Ibi is the New York Times Bestselling author of the YA novel, American Street, which among other distinctions, was a National Book Award finalist. Ibi is the editor of the anthology Black Enough: Stories of Being Young and Black in America. She co-authored the Walter Award a…

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It’s All About The Sanctuary: A Membership Community for BIPOC Women Writers 19:58

7M ago19:58

19:58

On episode 21 of the podcast, I’m taking you on a tour of The Sanctuary, the new private membership community we’re launching at Read, Write, and Create headquarters. The Sanctuary is a private community for BIPOC women writers who want to get their work out into the world and who want to get paid for doing it. I’m going to share the origin story o…

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Greenlight Your Own Projects: Self-Publishing Without Apology with Dr. Tamara Pizzoli 47:20

8M ago47:20

47:20

On episode #20 of the Read, Write, and Create podcast, my guest is Dr. Tamara Pizzoli, who shares her unconventional success story as an independent children’s book author and publisher. Dr. Pizzoli is an African-American author, curator, producer and publisher. Originally from Texas, she is the mother of four children and has resided in Rome, Ital…

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Writing Retreats are Not Bougie: Why Writing Retreats Should be a Part of Your Regular Writing Practice 22:43

8M ago22:43

22:43

On episode 19 of the podcast, I’m giving a pep-talk on the importance of writing retreats for your regular writing practice. Yes, I just ran my first writing retreat, so I’m still glowing from that amazing experience, but this pep talk isn’t about me. It’s about you and all the benefits you will gain from adding writing retreats to your writing lif…

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How to Have a 40-Year Literary Career with Award-Winning Author and Literary Activist Marita Golden 46:04

9M ago46:04

46:04

On episode 18 of the podcast, the amazing Marita Golden is my guest. Marita Golden is an award-winning author of over twenty works of fiction and nonfiction. Her books include the novels, The Wide Circumference of Love, and After and the memoirs Migrations of the Heart, Saving Our Sons, and Don’t Play in the Sun: One Woman’s Journey Through the Col…

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Find Your Passion and Your Purpose as a Writer with Maya Angelou 23:00

9M ago23:00

23:00

On episode 18 of the podcast, I’m sharing a lively pep-talk using the life and times of the incredible Dr. Maya Angelou to inspire you to tap into your purpose and passions as BIPOC writers. One little programming note, make sure you stick around all the way to the end of the episode because I’m launching a new segment of the show called, Read Like…

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New York Times Best-Selling Author, Denene Millner Shares Her Story and Her Strategies for a Prolific Literary Career 1:09:44

10M ago1:09:44

1:09:44

On episode 16 of the podcast, I am joined by the incredible Denene Millner. Denene is truly a powerhouse in the publishing world. She is an author, editor, television and podcast host, and journalist. She has authored more than 30 books, including six New York Times best sellers. She is the creator and director of Denene Millner Books, an imprint o…

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The Sisterhood and Why Writers Need a Writing Community 16:51

10M ago16:51

16:51

It was Virginia Wolf who said, “a woman must have money and a room of her own if she is to write fiction.” And it’s true, when we write, particularly if we’re working on creative work, we need peace and quiet so we can sink into our imagination. But writers are human too. And that means we are social beings. We crave connections. We need our tribe.…

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Best of Author Series with Kaitlyn Greenidge: Real Talk about What it Takes to Be a Writer 49:11

12M ago49:11

49:11

On episode 14, I have another episode from my “Best of…Author Interviews.” This week I am sharing my 2021 interview with award-winning novelist, Kaitlyn Greenidge. Kaitlyn Greenidge's debut novel We Love You, Charlie Freeman (Algonquin Books), was one of the New York Times Critics' Top 10 Books of 2016. She is currently Features Director at Harper’…

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Best of Author Series with Dr. Yaba Blay: Why Self Publishing is a Revolutionary Act 57:13

1y ago57:13

57:13

On episode 13, I have another episode from my “Best of…Author Interviews.” My guest is Dr. Yaba Blay, author of the groundbreaking book, One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race. On the show we talk about how One Drop went from being a self-published labor of love and resistance, to arriving on bookshelves with a major publisher seven years later. Dr. B…

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”Best of ...Author Series:” Lauren Francis-Sharma + Book of the Little Axe 55:35

1y ago55:35

55:35

On episode 12 of the podcast, I’m dipping into my podcast archives to bring you one of my favorite author interviews. My guest is novelist Lauren Francis-Sharma. Lauren is a child of Trinidadian immigrants, and is the author of Till the Well Runs Dry and Book of the Little Axe. Lauren’s most recent writings can be found in The Lily, Electric Litera…

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Get Your Writing Life on Track with the NBA 24:58

1y ago24:58

24:58

On episode 11 of the podcast, our last episode of the season, I am giving you a pep talk that will leave you truly lit. Before signing off for the summer, I want to get you fired up and inspired to write, but also give you a source of inspiration you can always go back to when you need that little pick me up. So, I decided to share my secret source…

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How to Launch, Sell, and Market Your Book: A Masterclass with Mr. Ernest Owens 54:06

1y ago54:06

54:06

On episode 10 of the Read, Write, and Create podcast, award-winning journalist and author Ernest Owens joins me on the show to provide a masterclass on how to launch, market and sell your book. The author of the new book, The Case for Cancel Culture, Ernest brings his wit and wisdom to the topic of book marketing, and provides actionable advice for…

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How to Leave a Literary Legacy with Lorraine Hansberry 26:13

1y ago26:13

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On episode nine of the podcast, I’m sharing a pep talk meant to encourage you to seize your moment to write. You must get your stories out into the world, so that you can leave a legacy of your words, your wisdom, and your dreams behind. Writing is such a powerful tool to leave a lasting legacy for our loved ones and for the world. Just look at the…

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You’re Never Too Old to Start Writing or Keep Writing: Dorothy West 15:22

1y ago15:22

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On episode # 8 of the podcast, I’m giving you a quick pep talk about the perfect age to become a literary star. Spoiler alert: There isn’t one. The truth is, age is completely irrelevant in the writing game. You never know when your big literary break is going to come, you’re never too old to pick up the pen, and it’s never too late to tell your st…

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The Secret to a Productive and Prolific Literary Life with Jabari Asim 53:39

1+ y ago53:39

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On today’s episode of the podcast, award-winning author, journalist, professor, and poet, Jabari Asim, joins me on the show, to share his advice and experiences maintaining a productive, prolific, and eclectic literary career for more than thirty years. Jabari Asim is the Distinguished Professor of Multi-Disciplinary Letters at Emerson College, whe…

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The pen is mightier than the sword. Lessons learned from Ida B. Wells 32:32

1+ y ago32:32

32:32

On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m giving you a pep talk on the power and the potential of the written word to change the world. Yes, the pen is mightier than the sword, and I want all of my BIPOC writers to wield this powerful weapon with intention and agency. And because you know I like to give you role models to emulate, I’ll be sharing the …

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Should Writers Only ’Write What They Know?”: Mark Twain and Toni Morrison Have the Answers 25:03

1+ y ago25:03

25:03

On episode 5 of the Read, Write and Create podcast, get ready for an epic battle between two literary lions, Mark Twain and Toni Morrison. The battle is over whether writers should write what they know, or write what fascinates them. Mark Twain said, “write what you know.” Toni Morrison said, “please do NOT write what you know.” So who was right? A…

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For Writers: Perseverance is More Important than Talent + Octavia E. Butler 22:22

1+ y ago22:22

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On today’s episode of the podcast, I’m sharing a pep talk about perseverance. The truth is, perseverance is the most important habit, or superpower, a writer must have, even more than talent. You can be the most talented writer in the room, but if you can’t figure out how to keep writing in the face of hardship and adversity, then you’re not going …

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How to Have a Long-Lasting Literary Career with Tracey Lewis-Giggetts 1:01:04

1+ y ago1:01:04

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On episode #3 of the podcast, the incredible Tracey Lewis-Giggetts joins me to talk about her literary life and experiences as an African-American writer and author of over 20 books! Tracey writes fiction, nonfiction, poetry and screenplays. Her two most recent books are Black Joy: Stories of Resistance, Resilience, and Restoration and Then They Ca…

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Why BIPOC Writers Must Get their Stories Into the World + Zora Neale Hurston 22:58

1+ y ago22:58

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On episode number two of the Read, Write and Create Podcast, I give BIPOC writers their marching orders for their literary lives I explain why the world needs writers of BIPOC heritage to pick up their pens and write their stories; why we have to write like our lives depend on it; and why we have to write for ourselves. For inspiration and edificat…

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How to Find the Time to Write + Phillis Wheatley 17:05

1+ y ago17:05

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This is the very first episode of the Read, Write, and Create podcast! Each episode of the show will include a pep-talk for BIPOC creative writers, inspired by the lives of our literary foremothers and forefathers of color. These pep talks will be short, sweet, and to the point, so you can get off the couch and back to your desk, writing the master…

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Introducing the Read, Write & Create Podcast 4:11

1+ y ago4:11

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It's been a while since a new episode of the MAMP podcast dropped, and sadly there won't be anymore new episodes. However, I am launching a brand new, bimonthly podcast called Read, Write & Create and on this short little episode, I'm going to tell you all about it. Think bite-sized creative pep talks for BIPOC writers. The new podcast officially l…

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One Last Thing About the Future of the Show 15:12

3y ago15:12

15:12

This is the final episode of season six of the podcast and it’s going to be a short one. I have a few important announcements about the future of the show to share, some personal updates, and of course, some multicultural book news. One of the big announcements I'll be sharing is that I am launching a new podcast called, Meltingpot Stories. Yes, th…

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Author Kaitlyn Greenidge Talks Freedom and "Libertie" 45:21

3+ y ago45:21

45:21

On episode 68 of the podcast, author Kaitlyn Greenidge joins me to talk about freedom and Libertie. Kaitlyn’s debut novel was the critically acclaimed, We Love You, Charlie Freeman. Her writing has also appeared in Vogue, Glamour, the Wall Street Journal, Elle.com, Buzzfeed, and the Virginia Quarterly Review. She was a contributing editor for LENNY…

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Children's Book Author, Zetta Elliott, Wants to Decolonize Your Imagination 58:47

3+ y ago58:47

58:47

On episode 67 we’re going back into the Meltingpot archives to listen to an interview with award-winning children’s book author and indie publisher, Zetta Elliott. Zetta has written over 30 books for children, teens and young adults and is committed to telling stories featuring Black characters in the most unexpected places. From sci-fi, to fantasy…

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The Multicultural History of Witchcraft in America with Author Via Hedera 1:03:37

3+ y ago1:03:37

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On episode 66 of the podcast we’re going to talk about witches. Why? Because there is a growing number of women who are practicing witchcraft in the United States. And because this is America, there is a racial divide in this increasingly popular witching community. Apparently, Black witches and white witches just can’t get along. Cries of cultural…

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Children's Book Author Joanna Ho Writes to Change the World 44:35

3+ y ago44:35

44:35

On episode 65 of the podcast, I’m joined by children’s book author, educator, and activist Joanna Ho. Joanna is the New York Times bestselling author of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners, a beautiful picture book that tells the story of a little Asian girl who learns to love and appreciate the shape of her eyes. Joanna holds a BA in psychology from the…

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Writing Wisdom: You Must Believe You Can Write 12:48

3+ y ago12:48

12:48

On episode 64 of the podcast, I’m introducing a new segment called Writing Wisdom with Lori. On these mini-episodes, I’ll be sharing actionable inspiration for writers, aspiring writers and creative folks looking to put pen to paper. I want to give you a jolt of what you need to live your best literary life. Think tips, hacks and mindset motivation…

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Telling Global Stories with Jennifer Steil, Award-Winning Author of Exile Music 1:24:19

3+ y ago1:24:19

1:24:19

On episode 63 of the podcast, I’m joined by award-winning author, Jennifer Steil, to talk about her brilliant new novel, Exile Music. Exile Music tells the remarkable story of an Austrian Jewish family who has to flee Nazi occupied Vienna during WWII, and then finds themselves living as refugees in La Paz, Bolivia. Jennifer stumbled upon this fasci…

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Love, Loss and Writing Memoir with Tembi Locke 57:34

3+ y ago57:34

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On episode 62 of the podcast we’re rewinding to listen to debut author and actress,Tembi Locke, talk about writing her brilliant memoir about love and loss, From Scratch: A Memoir of Love, Sicily and Finding Home. In our conversation, Tembi and I talk about the reasons she decided to write this searing love story about life before and after her Ita…

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Talking "One Drop," Blackness, and Publishing with Dr. Yaba Blay 1:02:49

3+ y ago1:02:49

1:02:49

On episode 61 of the show, we’re talking about Blackness, Identity Politics and self-publishing as a form of activism with Dr. Yaba Blay, author of the just released book, One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race. Dr. Blay’s book, One Drop is a gorgeous coffee table book filled with beautiful full-color portraits of people who identify as Black. The peo…

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White Like Her: Stories of Race and Racial Passing 54:53

3+ y ago54:53

54:53

On episode 60 of the podcast, we’re digging into the Meltingpot vault and replaying an episode that was inspired by the book, White Like Her: My Family’s Story of Race and Racial Passing (Skyhorse) by Gail Lukasik. The book is all about racial passing and family secrets in Gail’s family. I’m joined on the show by Gail Lukasik and Philadelphia journ…

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Talking 2020 and Next Gen with Special Guest James Davie 1:21:24

3+ y ago1:21:24

1:21:24

Guest James Davie, writer for XboxTavern.com, and friend from the Easy Allies forums joins me to talk about the last year of the PS4 and Xbox One, our favorite games from the last year, and what we're excited to play come the new current gen of consoles.By B. T. Baldwin

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Untangling the History of "Hair Story" with authors Ayana Byrd + Lori Tharps 49:06

3+ y ago49:06

49:06

On episode 59 of the podcast, we’re having a birthday party for a very special book. And that book is, Hair Story: Untangling the Roots of Black Hair in America. Hair Story is the first book that I ever wrote, with my good friend, the journalist and author, Ayana Byrd. Hair Story covers the history, politics, business and culture of Black hair from…

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A Big Announcement about the Future of this Podcast 9:51

3+ y ago9:51

9:51

Welcome to 2021. It's a new year and I'm ready for something different. Not just for this world and the United States, but for this podcast. So, I'm making a change. I don't want to talk about racism anymore. What do I want to talk about? Something that lights me up. Something that makes me excited. Something that I wake up thinking about and fall …

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Is Christmas for white people with Dr. Marc Lamont Hill 36:33

3+ y ago36:33

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On episode 57 of the podcast, we’re replaying our Christmas show from 2019 because it's still very relevant today. Maybe even more so. On that episode, I set out to answer the question, "Is Christmas for white people?" Now, I’m not white and I’ve been celebrating Christmas with my very Black family for more than 40 years, so clearly Christmas isn’t…

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Rethinking Race + Thanksgiving 32:20

3+ y ago32:20

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November is National Native American Heritage Month and it’s the month we Americans celebrate Thanksgiving. On episode 56 of the podcast, we’re going talk about both of these so-called holidays and how and what we should be doing to celebrate. Clearly Thanksgiving 2020 is going to look a lot different than years past. You may be alone or far away f…

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