MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast

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 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.
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Behind the Scenes of the Harlem Renaissance: Insights from Victoria Christopher Murray

The episode features a compelling conversation with Victoria Christopher Murray, an accomplished author, who discusses her latest work, 'Harlem Rhapsody'. The narrative centers around the life of Jes...

Building Wealth in Our Communities: Insights from Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal

The illustrious evening hosted by MahoganyBooks features an enlightening discourse with the esteemed creators of the Earn Your Leisure financial literacy podcast, Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal, as t...

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastNovember 25, 2024x
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Black Girls Matter: A Deep Dive into Jayne Allen's Literary World

Join us for an engaging discussion with author Jayne Allen as she shares insights into her latest novel, "The Most Wonderful Time," which explores themes of identity, belonging, and personal healing....

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastNovember 12, 2024x
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Creating Characters with Heart: Kwame Mbalia on Writing for Young Readers

Join us for an engaging conversation with author Kwame Mbalia as he discusses his latest book, "Jax Freeman," and the themes of identity, self-perception, and the challenges faced by young readers to...

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastOctober 21, 2024x
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The Unfiltered Truth: Wallo267 on Success Against All Odds

The Mahogany Books podcast brings to life the profound journey of Wallace “Wallo267” Peeples, who transformed his life after spending two decades within the prison system. With trademark honesty and ...

The Untold Stories of Black Women: Insights from Authors of A Black Woman's History of the United States

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on "A Black Woman's History of the United States," where authors Dr. Kali Nicole Gross and Dr. Daina Ramey Berry share their insights on the profound impact...

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastSeptember 23, 2024x
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Navigating Relationships and Success: Lessons in Love from Khadeen and Devale

In this episode of MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast, authors Khadeen and Devale Ellis delve into their book, We Over Me , to discuss the intricacies of relationships and marriage, sharing their j...

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastSeptember 09, 2024x
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Envisioning Possibilities: Imagination’s Role with Jay Ellis and Jason Reynolds

Actor and debut author Jay Ellis joins award-winning author Jason Reynolds for an engaging discussion about his new memoir, Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend or Just Me?: Essays. In this heartfel...

The Power of Black Fantasy Stories: Redefining African Mythology with Tomi Adeyemi

In this episode, New York Times Bestselling author Tomi Adeyemi and actress Zai Silla delve into a rich conversation about Children of Anguish and Anarchy , the final installment in the Legacy of Ori...

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The PodcastAugust 12, 2024x
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Roots of Resilience: Exploring African American History and Literature with Nikole Hannah-Jones

Have you ever wondered how deep the roots of African American history and literature go? We are also privileged to have Nicole Hannah-Jones, Pulitzer Prize-winning creator of the 1619 Project, share h...