Best Harlem Williams Podcasts (2024)

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Turn Your Pain Into Art with Chester B. Himes, The Father of African-American Crime Fiction 28:53

6h ago28:53

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Get ready for a pep talk that explains how perseverance, persistence and pain can lead to productivity, fame and fortune in a writer's life. When you hear about the life and work of African-American crime writer, Chester B. Himes, you will overstand what’s possible for a writer, even when confronting the worst things life can throw at you. Racism, …

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Transformative Relationships featuring Heartbreak Homie 18:01

1d ago18:01

18:01

The conversation of what transformative relationships (as creatives and entrepreneurs) continue. On this episode, we share space with Chicago's @heartbreak-homie-312.This episode was recorded in an in-person interview at Soho House in Chicago, IL on August of 2024.IMPORTANT: *INVISIBLE Podcast Radio DOES NOT OWN the rights to the music played in th…

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Transformative Relationships featuring DJ Khali Melon 30:34

11d ago30:34

30:34

As we continue in the season and the creative entrepreneur ecosystem, we're now talking about how the importance of care, connection and community play pivotal roles in building transformative relationships. Much gratitude to @khalimelon for hopping on this episode!This episode was recorded in an in-person interview at Soho House in Chicago, IL on …

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Season 4 Preview: What's Coming up on the Podcast and for "Literary Lori" 10:48

11d ago10:48

10:48

We’re back for the fourth season of the Reed, Write and Create podcast! On this short episode, find out what you can expect on this season of the podcast, and some exciting personal and professional updates about the literary life of your host, Lori L. Tharps. ******************************** If you want more information, inspiration and resources …

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S2.E9: Chris Bergson Band - Comforts of Home 1:24:24

21d ago1:24:24

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Team Wax Chatty float to a sky palace of love with 2024’s Comforts of Home, the latest from the Chris Bergson Band. Special Guests: Kate Ross and Chris Bergson. All music in this episode: ©️ 2 Shirts Records | http://www.chrisbergson.com/ Thanks for listening to Wax Chatty! If you had fun listening to this episode, please subscribe, rate, and revie…

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Healing in Community Service featuring Alexandra Antoine 57:21

1M ago57:21

57:21

Peace IPR Fam! We're now at the peak of season seven -- shifting into areas of healing, service and community within our creative entrepreneurial ecosystems. IPR taps in with Floridian artist Alexandra Antoine as she discusses her journey as a visual artist in food and fine art.Audio engineering/edit by Cey Sincerray (@215imgs)Artist BioAlexandra A…

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S2.E8: Funkadelic - Standing on the Verge of Getting It On 47:26

2M ago47:26

47:26

The Wax Chatty team boards an intergalactic mothership to 1974 as they wax funkalicious about the album Standing On the Verge Of Getting It On by Funkadelic. Music credits for this episode: Amplified (Powerful Inspirational Motivational Intense Dynamic Sports Fight Battle Rap Hip-Hop Beats Music) by Audiorezout Source: Free Music Archive LICENSE in…

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BONUS EPISODE: Cheap Trick - Surrender (single) [1978] 3:12

2M ago3:12

3:12

Surrender your ears and give a quick listen to our bonus episode as we chat about this teen anthem from Cheap Trick. Thanks for listening to Wax Chatty! If you had fun listening to this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review us on whatever platform you choose to enjoy your ear candy! Lookin' forward to next time! Feel free to email us at: waxc…

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Self Agency & Autonomy featuring Emanie Antonette, Jaz Starr & GESCOGIANCANA 39:37

2M ago39:37

39:37

Peace IPR Fam! How’s the second half of the year rolling out for you? As season seven continues, we now have to identify where our discipline of agency and autonomy comes into play within our own ecosystems as creatives and entrepreneurs. Tap in with us as we explore the influence and power that comes from exercising self expression. Season 7, Epis…

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Listen to Booker & Olivia by William Sutphin 4:21

2M ago4:21

4:21

While I am putting together more episodes of "Harlem Queen", please enjoy listening to "Booker & Olivia" by William Sutphin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Yhane Washington Smith

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S2.E7: Reverend Gary Davis - Harlem Street Singer 45:28

3M ago45:28

45:28

The Wax Chatty congregation gets the spirit when they immerse themselves in the virtuosic waters of the great Reverend Gary Davis and his 1960 album Harlem Street Singer. Hallelujah! intro/outro music credits: * "Hustle" by Kevin MacLeod License: CC BY * "C-mol blues" by Jazz at Mladost Club License: CC BY-NC-SA Thanks for listening to Wax Chatty! …

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Music Icon Dyana Williams and the Making of Black Music Month 41:21

3M ago41:21

41:21

Arriving in Philadelphia after deejaying in her native New York and Washington D.C., where she was known for a time as “Ebony Moonbeams,” Dyana Williams established the popular radio show “Love on the Menu” for radio station WDAS and later Soulful Sundays for Classix 107.9. The latter show lasting for 12 years before signing off for the last time i…

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

3M 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

4M 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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S2.E6: Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper - Root Hog or Die 56:00

3M ago56:00

56:00

The Wax Chatty circus howls Good Googly-Moogly as they plop on down into a world of psychobilly and redneck chic with 1989’s Root Hog or Die from Mojo Nixon and Skid Roper. intro/outro music credits: * "Hustle" by Kevin MacLeod License: CC BY * "C-mol blues" by Jazz at Mladost Club License: CC BY-NC-SA Thanks for listening to Wax Chatty! If you had…

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S4 EP4 - Madame Stephanie St. Clair's Trial (Season Finale) 17:21

3M ago17:21

17:21

This episode tells the tale of Stephanie's trial. This season’s special sponsor is Harlem Brewing headed by the first black woman beer brewer, Celeste Beatty. Get ready for Harlem Brewing’s Harlem themed taproom in Brixton. That’s Brixton in London. This episode was edited by Jordan Kauling, sound designed by Xperience J., Emanie White -Heard is ou…

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

4M 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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S4 EP3 - Harlem Queen Live! Wilhemina Returns. 24:52

4M ago24:52

24:52

This is the recording of our live show!! In this episode Stephanie and Wilhemina hatch a plan that will put Dutch Schultz six feet under. Original music by Jason Moran and produced, edited, written and directed by Yhane Washington Smith. This episode featured: Gabrielle Adkins Kara Young Luke Slattery Ian Bell Karen Chmielnicki Ele Matelan our fole…

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BONUS EPISODE: Rebecca Frazier - Make Hay While the Moon Shines (single) [2024] 18:48

4M ago18:48

18:48

For their first BONUS EPISODE, The Wax Chatty outfit welcomes flatpicking bluegrass mom, Rebecca Frazier, and her recent single: Make Hay While the Moon Shines “Make Hay While the Moon Shines,” featuring Bela Fleck, Sam Bush, Stuart Duncan, Barry Bales, Josh Swift, and Shelby Means. The track was produced by Bill Wolf and composed by Rebecca Frazie…

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

4M 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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S4 EP2 - We Meet Bunky 17:28

5M ago17:28

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CONTENT WARNING: A lynching is discussed. In this episode, Stephanie escapes tragedy and meets Bunky. Stephanie explains to Josephine how she built her numbers empire. This episode was edited by Jordan Kauwling. Sound designed by Xperience J. original music by Jason Moran and produced, written and directed by Yhane Washington Smith. This episode fe…

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S4 EP1 - We Meet JB (Josephine Baker) 16:41

5M ago16:41

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In this episode, Stephanie St. Clair escapes jail in New York City, lands in France and recounts her tale of arrival to "America" to her friend Josephine Baker. Around 1915, Stephanie arrives in “America”, young, pregnant, alone and gets to work building a life for herself and her baby. This episode features: Gabrielle Adkins Marie-Francoise Theodo…

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S2.E5: Alice Coltrane Featuring Pharaoh Sanders - Journey in Satchidananda 33:01

5M ago33:01

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The Wax Chatty gang delves into mystical 1971 territory as they become one with the experience that is Journey In Satchidananda by Alice Coltrane featuring Pharoah Sanders. intro/outro music credits: * "Hustle" by Kevin MacLeod License: CC BY * "C-mol blues" by Jazz at Mladost Club License: CC BY-NC-SA Episode Music credits: French Disco Dance Funk…

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DJ Que Eleven 42:24

5M ago42:24

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When we take the definition of ecosystem in application, simply it refers to all the elements and organisms that create a sustainable and healthy environment for all of its community to exist and function successfully. Now take this same perspective in the lens of a creative entrepreneur. What creates a healthy ecosystem for the creative entreprene…

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

5M ago52:52

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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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New episodes of "Harlem Queen" start on May 5! In the meantime, check out "Auricle"! 3:03

5M ago3:03

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Hi! We are ready to drop new episodes of "Harlem Queen" about our very gangster and philanthropic Madame Stephanie St. Clair during the Harlem Renaissance. In the meantime, check out the promo to a show that I listen to for inspiration titled "Auricle"! Help us make more episodes of "Harlem Queen" by becoming a patron!: https://www.patreon.com/harl…

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

5M ago25:30

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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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Mike D Chicago 27:23

6M ago27:23

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When we take the definition of ecosystem in application, simply it refers to all the elements and organisms that create a sustainable and healthy environment for all of its community to exist and function successfully. Now take this same perspective in the lens of a creative entrepreneur. What creates a healthy ecosystem for the creative entreprene…

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Live From the 3rd Annual Women In Wellness Summit 29:15

6M ago29:15

29:15

In this episode, I had the pleasure of attending the 3rd Annual Women In Wellness Summit at Kean University as a media host. The summit's theme was Intentional Living, and it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with inspiring panelists and attendees, including Iyanna Anderson, the founder of Well Together. Iyanna shared her hopes for how women w…

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Live From the 3rd Annual Women In Wellness Summit 29:15

6M ago29:15

29:15

In this episode, I had the pleasure of attending the 3rd Annual Women In Wellness Summit at Kean University as a media host. The summit's theme was Intentional Living, and it was a wonderful opportunity to connect with inspiring panelists and attendees, including Iyanna Anderson, the founder of Well Together. Iyanna shared her hopes for how women w…

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S2.E4: Speedy Ortiz - Rabbit Rabbit 1:00:21

6M ago1:00:21

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The Wax Chatty trio becomes a quartet when good pal Walter Brandes hops down the rabbit hole with us to chat about the 2023 release Rabbit Rabbit by Speedy Ortiz. Tell 'em Wally B sent ya! intro/outro music credits: * "Hustle" by Kevin MacLeod License: CC BY * "C-mol blues" by Jazz at Mladost Club License: CC BY-NC-SA Music credits for this episode…

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The Grio's Harlem and Moscow 1:00:42

6M ago1:00:42

1:00:42

While we are putting the finishing touches on Season 4 of "Harlem Queen" check out "Harlem and Moscow". I had the opportunity to speak with the writer of the series, Alle Mims. We had a lovely chat about the people of the Harlem Renaissance who traveled to Russia to make this ill-fated Russian propaganda film, the Russian creatives of this film as …

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

6M 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

6M ago22:59

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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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From Curiosity to Calling: Iyana Anderson On Becoming A Wellness Advocate 2:21

6M ago2:21

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In today’s episode, we reflect on some of the insightful moments shared by Iyana Anderson, the founder of Well Together, a wellness consulting company with a vision to introduce accessible, inclusive, and equitable wellness culture to communities and organizations. She shares what led her to become a wellness advocate. Iyana's interest in understan…

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From Curiosity to Calling: Iyana Anderson On Becoming A Wellness Advocate 2:21

6M ago2:21

2:21

In today’s episode, we reflect on some of the insightful moments shared by Iyana Anderson, the founder of Well Together, a wellness consulting company with a vision to introduce accessible, inclusive, and equitable wellness culture to communities and organizations. She shares what led her to become a wellness advocate. Iyana's interest in understan…

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Harlem Nyte 1:13:32

7M ago1:13:32

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When we take the definition of ecosystem in application, simply it refers to all the elements and organisms that create a sustainable and healthy environment for all of its community to exist and function successfully. Now take this same perspective in the lens of a creative entrepreneur. What creates a healthy ecosystem for the creative entreprene…

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S2.E3: The Pointer Sisters - Break Out 38:59

6M ago38:59

38:59

The Wax Chatty triumvirate jumps back to 1983 with the tenth album from The Pointer Sisters: Break Out. Music credits for this episode: Aries Beats: 80s Synthwave Electro Pop Rock Background Retrowave intro/outro music credits: * "Hustle" by Kevin MacLeod License: CC BY * "C-mol blues" by Jazz at Mladost Club License: CC BY-NC-SA "Moods for Stacey"…

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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

7M ago56:38

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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

7M ago18:59

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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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Ep.65: Stance’s Final Episode! Musician Kamaal Williams, Author LaToya Watkins, Artist Cochemea, Musician Sinkane 1:11:49

7M ago1:11:49

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After seven years of Stance which has spanned over 64 episodes of arts, culture and current affairs, 8 insightful Stance Takes shows, the growth of Stance Studios, multiple awards, and over 30 in-person events across the globe, we present our final show! In this episode, Chrystal Genesis takes one last look at creativity, storytelling and what it m…

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S2.E2: The Tiger Lillies - Edgar Allan Poe's Haunted Palace 54:08

8M ago54:08

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The Wax Chatty trio's musical journey takes them to a world of pre-war Berlin cabaret halls, vaudeville debauchery, and theatrical performance art with 2017's Edgar Allan Poe's Haunted Palace featuring The Tiger Lillies. intro/outro music credits: * "Hustle" by Kevin MacLeod License: CC BY * "C-mol blues" by Jazz at Mladost Club License: CC BY-NC-S…

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

8M ago44:17

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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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