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The Michelle Obama Podcast
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Former first lady Michelle Obama introduces her newest endeavor, The Michelle Obama podcast. For many worldwide, Michelle Obama is a representation of hope and a clear representation that women, specifically, Black women can be beautiful, intelligent, influential, and powerful.


Today we will coin the W.W.M.S. acronym (what will Michelle say) as more often than not, many would wonder what Michelle Obama has to say about many of the topics that are usually on our minds. And, she brings family, friends, and colleagues too!




Atlanta Monster Podcast
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If you're a crime and mystery enthusiasts, who enjoy sorting through conspiracies, and putting the pieces together to figure out the specifics of a case, true-crime podcast, Atlanta Monster would fit your fancy. It is the hope of Host, Payne Lindsey to uncover the truth, bring closure as he discusses one of the darkest and most sadistic times in Atlanta history, the murders of 25 Black children and young adults.







Okay, Now Listen Podcast
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We love to discover new podcasts, especially those led by Black women. As Black women begin to enter into the podcasting space, we can now hear the different perspectives, experiences, and opinions of Black women outside of mainstream avenues.


Okay, Now Listen is that podcast that provides a Black women's perspective. Media influencer Scottie Beam and Sylvia Obell, entertainment journalist, offers a realistic and down-to-earth viewpoint on many of today's hottest topics - specifically, topics that can speak from and to the Black experience. While this podcast is fairly new, there is quite a buzz surrounding it. If you haven't yet checked out this new podcast, check-in!




Small Doses Podcast
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Small Doses with Amanda Seales, one of the more popular podcasts led by a Black woman, delivers an unapologetic-ally, sometimes controversial, intellectual viewpoint that you may not find quite popular amongst the masses. "I'm not for everybody" is one of her mantras, and it's very apparent when it comes to her analysis and intellectual lens on human relations and the social dynamic.


Not being afraid to passionately express herself, she continues to bring her potent truths for her listeners everyday use.





Go Off, Sis Podcast
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Go Off Sis Podcast is one of our newest discoveries. Listening to this podcast gives you the feeling that you're sitting in your living room sofa discussing topics that matter the most with close family and friends. They discuss topics from friendships to workplace relations. Here is yet another podcast that lends itself into the Black women's experience and what it's like to be a Black woman living in America. The artwork is also amazing as well!





Poetics Podcast
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"A podcast that doesn't just discuss hip hop, it makes it." (Poetics)

It's always a pleasantry to discover podcasts that adds the extra element of creativity and design. The podcast, Poetics, does just that for us. While the audience can travel the minds of some of the most profound hip hop artists of our time, we get to experience how they create, why they create, and most important, watch them create in real-time.

Join Actor, creator, and poetry enthusiasts Omari Hardwick, as he and his guests seamlessly connect prose to hip hop. Poetics first season ended with 17 episodes that included interviews from the likes of 50 Cent, Marsha Ambrosius, Big Daddy Kane, and Fat Joe. Hopefully, there will be a Season 2 of Poetics.




Inner Hoe Uprising Podcast
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Don't let the cheeky name of this podcast fool you. This multi-faceted podcast touches on topics from self-acceptance, to self-love, from religion to cultural and social issues, which are then connected and based around sexuality.


Together, four self proclaimed Queer feminists from New York City bring their unique and humorous perspective on life experiences as representatives of the LGBTQIA+ community. Join them as they navigate life on their terms.






Tea With Queen and J Podcast
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Straight from the boogie down Bronx are two self-proclaimed womanist race nerds who are attempting to dismantle white supremacy and systems that threaten progress towards a more just society - and they do this with a bit of humor!


These two will keep you informed as well as entertained on their weekly podcast.











Essence Yes, Girl Podcast
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Essence magazine's own, and Yes, Girl! podcast hosts, Charli Penn and Cori Murray brings that Black girl magic and cutting edge view on today's ultra-modern and contemporary issues - whilst presenting to their target audience an intimate look into the lives of our most respected and beloved celebrities of color. Their award nominated podcast is lively, informative, but most importantly, Yes Girl! podcast pushes Black culture forward each and every Thursday through their advantageous approach to sharing Black stories, and the Black experience.


In addition to podcasting, you can find both Charli Penn and Cori Murray lending their perspectives and insight as Senior Editors at Essence Magazine.




LovelyTi
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Tea Time with LovelyTi is our People's magazine in audio form. When you want the latest scoop on today's trendiest and hottest topics in pop culture, hip hop, and YouTube drama, Tea Time UNFILTERED will not disappoint. LovelyTi's raw and unfiltered talking points are engaging as well informative. But, most important, exciting.


Though many gossip bloggers get an enormous amount of flack for what they do, secretly everyone enjoys a good gossip session every now and again. Oh, and did we mention she's also a influencer on YouTube?




H.E.R SPACE Podcast
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What do you get when you combine a college professor/psychologist and a tech oriented motivational speaker who are outfitted with the knowledge, experience and understanding of what it is to be a Black female living in today's world? And, a world that regularly chooses not to renowned the Black woman? You get H.E.R Space, which is a podcast that seeks to create a safe space for Black and women of color, that in their words, to just...be. Every Friday, Dr. Dominique Broussard, and Terri Loma discuss social, emotional and medical issues that often times affect women of color and just women overall. Through H.E.R Space (Healing, Empowerment, Resilience) the creators hope to inspire, encourage and relate to women across the board through their uplifting conversations through a Black woman's experience.




Angela Yee Lip Service Podcast
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Have you ever wondered what your favorite and hottest influencers in hip-hop and R&B opinions are when it comes to relationships, intimacy, sex and the bedroom? Join one of the most influential voices in radio, Brooklyn extraordinaire Angela Yee, (host of Lip Service) as she and her friends delve into some of the most outrageous and riskiest conversations about sex and relationships. Discussions and questions about sex that you might've been too afraid to ask or too embarrass to think about, may just be covered on this podcast.




Rebecca Carroll Come Through Podcast
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During a time when racial and social injustices are prevalent, podcasts such as Come Through with Rebecca Carroll can bring much needed insight, and understanding. She brings meaningful dialogue about race, and the many systems that are affected by it. Relevant discussions concerning employment, the arts, global sustainability, healthcare, and the role that race plays in these sectors are dissected one conversation at a time. Join Host, Rebecca Carroll as she explores topics with influential individuals gaining their perspectives, and sharing the relevancy of their experiences to relevant topics of the day.


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Have you ever visited the beautiful continent of Australia? Have you ever wondered what life is like for the Aborigines? Have you ever wondered about the culture? The media? Indigenous radio broadcasters? If your answer is no, AWAYE is a great podcast to get a taste of this beautiful place and people. Likewise, if you have, this is a great podcast to remind you of all the beauty that is of Australia and the Aborigines. Join AWAYE, the podcast, as they provide and interesting lens into the exciting culture of the Indigenous people of Australia.





Nancy Podcast
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As we just finished celebrating Pride for the month of June, it is only right that we highlight one of our own - a New York City podcast that is not only critically-acclaimed but lends their platform to providing an opportunity for queer voices and stories to be shared and heard. And, what makes this podcast make you want to say "awe" the podcast is hosted by best friends. How awesome is that? While neither of their names may not be Nancy, NANCY, the podcast, takes you on a very interesting and entertaining journey which highlights the hosts and the interesting "others".




Balanced Black Girl Podcast
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If there ever was a time for Black women and girls alike to seek balanced in life, that time is now. This is why Balanced Black Girl podcast is such a relevant podcast to listen to, during times of unrest, and uncertainty. This podcast is dedicated and is purposeful in helping women (especially Black women) seek avenues and positive solutions to reach their higher self. The ultimate goal via Balanced Black Girl is to help women feel the best and be the best that they can be through practical and realistic advice.



Updated: Oct 31, 2021


Melyssa Ford & Blue Telusma
I'm Here For the Food


I'M HERE FOR THE FOOD


Melyssa and Blue are there for the food and so are we! Grown, relevant, humorous and sprinkled with sophistication, I'm Here for the Food podcast is instantly refreshing and perfect for today's modern women. Unlucky in love, questions about self, friendship, business and finances, this podcast is all encompassing. Actress, writer, and model, Melyssa Ford, and cohost, comedian and writer Blue Telusma and their guests, share their eventful experiences, while they offer perspectives that are relatable and unique to the experience that only a woman can relate to. More than just nuanced storytelling, this podcast provides just the right amount of relatability and ease that is needed to create an environment that is neither pandering nor scolding but rather introspective and entertaining. From dating, to the entertainment industry, you name it, they're discussing it.

Addendum - Blue Telusma is no longer a co-host on Melyssa Ford's I'm Here For the Food Podcast. This podcast was created and is the brainchild of Melyssa Ford.






Tika Sumpter & Thai Randolph
The Suga


“A space for and about Brown moms.”


Introducing Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph's podcast...

THE SUGA

Fact. There aren't a lot of platforms specifically tailored to and for moms of color. So, when Tika Sumpter brought the idea of having a podcast dedicated to discussing and delving into issues that are unique to moms of color to Thai Randolph, it was only a matter of time before The Suga was created. According to their podcast trailer, Tika and Thai promises to focus on issues, and facilitate the necessary conversations that sometimes moms - specifically, those of color might be afraid to have. Their ultimate goal and focus is to create a safe space where moms of color are comfortable to be their authentic self. "We want to create a space for and about Brown moms." (Tika & Thai) Moms, if you're out there, tune into The Suga as this podcast might be, what you never thought you needed in your life.


Tika Sumpter is an Actress, Producer and Model. Thai Randolph is the EVP/Manager of the Laugh Out Loud Network.





Demetria L. Lucas
Ratchet & Respectable

RATCHET & RESPECTABLE


For most of us, we were introduced to Demetria Lucas as one of the successful ladies spotlighted on Bravo's Blood Sweat & Heels. We watched this belle in Brooklyn navigate through life trying to create balance between professional and personal matters. And, now she has extended her extensive resume to include Podcaster. Respectable & Ratchet is a podcast where Demetria lends her opinion and insight on current events, entertainment and all things pop culture. She says the things you are thinking sans the fluff. We can't see Demetria as ratchet, but this podcast is certainly respectable. Oh, and by the way, it was through the Ratchet & Respectable podcast where we were introduced to The Suga Podcast.




INTROVERTED BLACK GIRL

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Introverted Black Girl

It's no easy task being Black, being a woman and being an introvert. Just ask Introverted Black Girl of the Introverted Black Girl podcast. The Introverted Black Girl podcast was the first podcast that gave us a true glimpse of what life is like being a Black, quiet woman living in New York City. Introverted Black Girl, a.k.a. IBG, takes you on specific journeys from internships, friendships, dating, job experiences, and familial relationships which then leads to the most hilarious, logical analysis that one may not have ever thought of. One thing is for certain and that is, this Introverted Black Girl has common sense. She sees things a bit differently and she's not afraid to say it. Moreover, if you're interested in seeing life through the lens of an introverted Black girl living and pursuing big dreams in the big city, tune into this podcast.


Sidenote: This podcast will be the first podcaster on "Podumentary" - poduseries "Why I Podcast."




Georges Collinet
Afropop Worldwide

AFROPOP WORLDWIDE


This podcast gives you a taste of the entire African Diaspora in music. Starting as a public radio show in the 1980's, decades later host Georges Collinet, is still enlightening and inspiring and putting the world onto the international African music scene. Afrobeats may be the popular choice of today hence Burna Boy, Teckno, Davido, but Afropop Worldwide saw the wave a long time ago, approximately 40 years ago. If you're in the mood for some international flavor, Afropop Worldwide is the answer.





AFRICAN TECH ROUNDUP

Johannesburg, South Africa
African Tech Roundup

BBPF just became aware of this international podcast! South Africa's African Tech Roundup is a media group based in Johannesburg that produces content that focuses on Africa's digital technology, innovation, economy, finance, and entrepreneurship in podcast form. The content of this podcast keeps us informed as to the progress Africa is making on a global technological scale - as well as giving us an insightful analysis of their innovative systems. It's always great to understand and be made aware of the strides Africa is making in regards to technology.






MEET US AFTER 7


Yusef & Gina
Meet Us After 7

We're taking a trip to the UK to spend some time with Yusuff and Gina as they discuss their life, and their entertaining take on the most current topics in the news and the "going-on's" in their immediate circle. Listening to this podcast would make you feel as if you're sitting amongst friends, chilling and just overall having a great time. While listening to this podcast you start to realize that though you may have to cross an ocean to get to the UK, you will see that we all think, go through and somewhat say the same things but just in a different dialect. They are your friends from overseas.


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Black Girl Podcast

BLACK GIRL PODCAST


A podcast featuring five young Black ambitious millennial females who seem to be creating and playing by their own rules will always be notable in our book! Created and led by Scottie Beam Gia Peppers, Sapphira, Bex Francois and Alysha P, Black Girl Podcast, is that podcast that young Black millennial women can utilized for inspiration. These ladies share their experiences and provide relevancy in their opinions on hot topics - specifically topics that are relevant to women of color. One of the aspects that we admire about this podcast, is that they are real-life friends, showing the world that friendships can be cultivated and extend to form something great and admirable.

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