Black women are continuing to shake things up in the podcast space. Need to know how to access FMLA, climb the corporate ladder, listen to your inner child, or get that man to stop playing in your face? There’s a podcast episode for that.
Powerful Black voices are helping to move the needle in healthcare, business, true crime, sexual wellness, news, reality television, and more. They are holding space for one another by making room for conversations that require a bit more nuance than a 30-second viral sound can contain. Women are sharing their experiences in the home and the workplace with real conversations about their goals and aspirations.
Holding Deeper Conversations
They are also returning to the past to offer insights about what day-to-day life was like for our ancestors between the monumental headlines. Their work, their expertise, and their dreams are on full display in our podcast apps.
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At a time when any misogynist with a prepaid debit card can spread their hate for Black women through a cheap microphone, it’s important that Black women have a space to speak their truth.
See 20 Black women making moves in podcasting below.
Drea Nicole & Lex P
These hilarious Houston besties have come together to host vulnerable conversations about living and loving as thirty-somethings on Pour Minds. Their guests include musicians like Ari Lennox and 2 Chainz, and they discuss everything from plastic surgery to protecting your finances.
They are headed on a twelve-city tour to connect with their listeners. It kicks off in New York City.