Celebrating Black Culture: Top Podcast Picks for Black History Month

Lauren Taylor, a dedicated advocate for black voices, has curated a list of exceptional podcasts hosted by talented black individuals, championing black culture and sharing captivating stories. In celebration of Black History Month, Taylor highlights the most enchanting podcasts that showcase the depth and richness of black experiences.

Key Takeaways:

  • The podcast series "This Is Us and American Fiction" by Ryan Michelle Bathe and Sterling K Brown explores their nearly two-decade marriage, delving into the moments they disagreed and learned from each other. The series is set to be an exploration of their relationship, marked by the moments they did - and didn't - see eye to eye on.
  • Comedian Babatunde Aleshe and his wife, entrepreneur and parenting influencer Leonie Aleshe, host the Global Player podcast "Then & Now" where they discuss their childhood memories, marriage, and parenthood.
  • Stand-up comedian Mo Gilligan hosts "Beginning, Middle & End", exploring the world of social media with guests such as Jonathan Ross, Emily Atack, and Joel Dommett, discussing their journeys in the industry and the legacy they aim to create.

Statistics:

  • Sterling K Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathe have been married for nearly two decades.
  • The "This Is Us and American Fiction" podcast series is an exploration of their relationship marked by the moments they did - and didn't - see eye to eye on.
  • The "Then & Now" podcast by Babatunde and Leonie Aleshe takes listeners on a laughter-filled cross-cultural journey through childhood, marriage, and parenthood.
  • Mo Gilligan's "Beginning, Middle & End" podcast has featured guests such as Jonathan Ross, Emily Atack, and Joel Dommett.

Sources:

  • Lauren Taylor, "Top Podcasts Celebrating Black Culture for Black History Month"
  • Abi Jackson, "Then & Now With Babatunde And Leonie Aleshe"
  • Yolanthe Fawehinmi, "Beginning, Middle & End with Mo Gilligan"