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The MahoganyBooks Podcast Network platforms Black people-led podcasts that discuss the crucial role African-American literature plays in shaping and amplifying the narratives that have often been marginalized or overlooked in mainstream discourse. Each podcast here was specially curated for their ability to explore the richness and diversity of African-American literary traditions.
By delving into the works of writers like Zora Neale Hurston, Jason Reynolds, bell hooks and many others, these podcasts not only celebrate the literary achievements of black authors but also contribute to a broader understanding of the African-American experience.
MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast
Black Writers: Accessible, Available, Anytime, Anywhere
MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast is a thoughtfully curated series that offers a unique opportunity to listen to Black authors discussing their latest works. Each episode of the podcast features an in-depth conversation with an author, delving into their creative process, inspirations, and the themes explored in their book. The series is a re-cast of the live author talks hosted by MahoganyBooks, a Black-owned bookstore in Washington DC that is dedicated to promoting literature written for, by, or about people of the African Diaspora. With the podcast, listeners can enjoy the same level of engagement and intellectual stimulation as the live events, from the comfort of their own homes.
Navigating the Intersections of Black and Afro-Latinx Identities
Remember the warmth of sitting around a table, listening to the elders share stories that are equal parts history and heart? That's the essence of what we're bringing to the table in today&...
Confronting the Invisible Ache: Black Men's Journey to Healing and Empowerment
In this episode, we join Mr. Courtney B. Vance and Dr. Robin L. Smith as they discuss their insightful book, "The Invisible Ache: Black Men Identifying their Pain and Reclaiming their Power,&quo...
A Bold Conversation on Aging, Financial Insecurity, and Social Change
Have you ever pondered the narratives that shape our approach to aging, particularly as women? Our latest episode at MahoganyBooks brings together Lyn Slater, Christine Platt, and Elizabeth White, th...
Real Ballers Read
Brothers Jan and Miles Menafee have grown a lot through their love of reading books. Their shared passion inspired them to start Real Ballers Read, a catalyst for helping young people feel more excited about reading through social media and fashion. Here on their podcast, they invite amazing people to talk about meaningful books in their lives, then Jan and Miles read the books, talk about them with their guests, and share the wonderful conversations here with you. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realballersread/support
99. Considering Genius, Jazz & the Sublime with Robert Menafee
In this episode, we talk with our dad, Robert Menafee, about jazz and all of the things that jazz shines a light on. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realballersre...
98. A Real Ballers Read Freestyle
In this episode, we reflect on our incredible journey with this podcast. A true freestyle. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realballersread/message Support this po...
97. Twenty-One Questions
We learned a lot about questions during this podcast, so we wanted to dedicate an episode to just asking each other fun questions and questions about questions. How many questions can you count? --- ...