Our 5x Black Podcasting Awards winner is back with a NEW season!

Queer News is the Ambie award-winning weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, culture and entertainment.

Tune in to reporting centering & celebrating all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities.

A new episode drops every Monday by 7 am CT with host .

🎉 Can you believe our community initiative from Twitter turned global-reaching nonprofit turns 5 February 15?! 🎂

🎁 If you want to give a gift, we appreciate receiving anything on our Amazon wish list, Apple gift cards, as well as Amazon gift cards 🙏🏽

Riviera on the Rocks
[new podcast]

Welcome to 'Riviera on the Rocks' - your passport to the enchanting world of the South of France!

We are your hosts - Alexis & Carley and we want to bring you along on our journeys of personal growth and self-discovery on the French Riviera. An alluring region in the Mediterranean, the French Riviera boasts breathtaking landscapes, a rich history, and sophisticated charm. From the sun-drenched beaches to the bustling cobblestone streets, we are capturing the essence of everyday living in the South of France - from the perspective of two Black women.

With each episode, we hope to encourage you to embrace the unfamiliar with enthusiasm and confidence, stepping outside your comfort zone while keeping an open mind about what is possible for you.

So, whether you're dreaming of your next getaway or simply seeking inspiration to live life to the fullest, tune in to 'Riviera on the Rocks' and tap into the spirit of exploration.

Zen and the Art of Side-Eye
[new podcast]

In this podcast, we're diving into the real talk – from navigating the twists and turns of life as a Black woman in her twenties to embracing the power of self-healing. Expect candid conversations, genuine insights, and a dash of humor that's as real as it gets. Together, we'll explore the art of the side-eye – those moments of wisdom, humor, and perspective that come from within.

Suburban Black Girl Podcast
[new podcast]

Join two inspiring African American women as they come together to share their unique journeys. This candid podcast goes far beyond their experiences growing up in predominantly white suburbia. Join Ashlyn and Blake weekly as they discuss personal growth and healing, the challenges of navigating corporate America and the complexities of modern dating. With heartfelt stories and insightful conversations, they aim to empower and uplift listeners while fostering a deeper understanding of their experiences. Tune in for a blend of honesty, humor, and inspiration!

GiGi's Gentle Storytime
[new podcast]

Hi, Friends!

My name is Aquia and GiGi's Gentle Storytime started as an idea to read books virtually to my Godchild, Gio. With my passion for all things reading, story, and early childhood literacy, I wanted to open up this space for others to enjoy.

This platform will mainly share stories featuring Black characters as a way for Black children to see themselves represented fully and embodied through imagination.

The Oprah Podcast
[new podcast]

The Oprah Podcast is home to all-new conversations featuring Oprah Winfrey and today’s foremost thought leaders, global newsmakers, best-selling authors, visionaries and cultural changemakers. Exploring timely themes, including happiness, resilience, consciousness and connection, the weekly series aims to help listeners on their journey to lead their best life. Oprah talks to people about what matters most to them in this moment. Every month, she will feature interviews with authors called ‘Oprah’s Book Club Presented by Starbucks’ with live audiences in Starbucks across the country.

Legends of Alkebulan
[new podcast]

Welcome to Legends of Alkebulan we are an all Black actual play D&D homebrew podcast join us and Witness the epic adventure of the legendary 9 heroes

Dm: UnusualWizard

Players(Characters)

Bijan Wright(Akala Kalu),Mika Vanessa(Charlotte ReneeThibodeaux),Astro(Calli) Robert Hunter(Delsi), Kam Roberson(Deshawn “Hymm” Williams), Juilan Dontrell(Finn Stinn), Eriondra Adams(Xarvenom), Trey Ross(Zahmmer)

Music: chosic.com

Other tools: discord(craig bot), owlbear rodeo, D&D beyond.

Afropean Podcast
[new podcast]

What does it mean to be both African and European? Author Johny Pitts hosts a six part series exploring major European cities and the art, politics and history of their Black communities.

Experience Europe through a lens often missing from tourist guides and official national narratives. Each episode dives deep into a different capital city: Brussels, Amsterdam, Berlin, Stockholm, Lisbon and Paris.

The Afropean Podcast is a co-production by Afropean and Reduced Listening. It is written and presented by Johny Pitts. The producer, sound designer and composer is Femi Oriogun-Williams. The assistant producer is Charlie Towler and the executive producer is Chris Elcombe. With thanks to National Geographic for their support of Season 1.

You can read more stories from Black Europe in Afropean: Notes From Black Europen which is out now, published by Penguin in the UK and translated into French, Spanish, Italian, German, Polish, Dutch and Portuguese. Afropean Journal, a photographic essay bringing together 20 years of images and ephemera from Johny's work, is out now published by Morel. And you can contribute your own story to the website Afropean.com.

Which one of these podcasts is your favorite new listen? Reply back and let us know….

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Our 5x Black Podcasting Awards winner is back with a NEW season!

Queer News is the Ambie award-winning weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, culture and entertainment.

Tune in to reporting centering & celebrating all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities.

A new episode drops every Monday by 7 am CT w…

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Our 5x Black Podcasting Awards winner is back with a NEW season!

Queer News is the Ambie award-winning weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, culture and entertainment.

Tune in to reporting centering & celebrating all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities.

A new episode drops every Monday by 7 am CT w…

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Our 5x Black Podcasting Awards winner is back with a NEW season!

Queer News is the Ambie award-winning weekly news podcast where race & sexuality meet politics, culture and entertainment.

Tune in to reporting centering & celebrating all of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & comrade communities.

A new episode drops every Monday by 7 am CT w…

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Flourish in the Foreign is BACK with its 6th season

This Black Podcasting Awards winning podcast showcases how living abroad can be a pathway to wellness in all aspects--financial, physical, mental, and professional. It empowers aspiring and current ex-pats to move abroad with intention, cultivate a sustainable life abroad and live a life well-lived abr…

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Flourish in the Foreign is BACK with its 6th season

This Black Podcasting Awards winning podcast showcases how living abroad can be a pathway to wellness in all aspects--financial, physical, mental, and professional. It empowers aspiring and current ex-pats to move abroad with intention, cultivate a sustainable life abroad and live a life well-lived abr…

Read more

Flourish in the Foreign is BACK with its 6th season

This Black Podcasting Awards winning podcast showcases how living abroad can be a pathway to wellness in all aspects--financial, physical, mental, and professional. It empowers aspiring and current ex-pats to move abroad with intention, cultivate a sustainable life abroad and live a life well-lived abr…

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Flourish in the Foreign is BACK with its 6th season

This Black Podcasting Awards winning podcast showcases how living abroad can be a pathway to wellness in all aspects--financial, physical, mental, and professional. It empowers aspiring and current ex-pats to move abroad with intention, cultivate a sustainable life abroad and live a life well-lived abr…

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Progressive Pockets is a podcast at the intersection of social impact and personal finance that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest more in line with our values.

Tune in to this 2024 Black Podcasting Awards winner today.

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Progressive Pockets is a podcast at the intersection of social impact and personal finance that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest more in line with our values.

Tune in to this 2024 Black Podcasting Awards winner today.

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Progressive Pockets is a podcast at the intersection of social impact and personal finance that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest more in line with our values.

Tune in to this 2024 Black Podcasting Awards winner today.

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Progressive Pockets is a podcast at the intersection of social impact and personal finance that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest more in line with our values.

Tune in to this 2024 Black Podcasting Awards winner today.

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We know that relationships can be hard. That finding love can be hard. Believing in the magic of it all can be hard, but that’s why Melanie and Anthony do this work. Because they LOVE love.

The Amazing Clarks are more than the couple you've seen on Dr. Drew or Black Love Doc, they are award-winning certified life and love coaches who have b…

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Dear Listener,

We know that relationships can be hard. That finding love can be hard. Believing in the magic of it all can be hard, but that’s why Melanie and Anthony do this work. Because they LOVE love.

The Amazing Clarks are more than the couple you've seen on Dr. Drew or Black Love Doc, they are award-winning certified life and love coaches who have b…

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Dear Listener,

We know that relationships can be hard. That finding love can be hard. Believing in the magic of it all can be hard, but that’s why Melanie and Anthony do this work. Because they LOVE love.

The Amazing Clarks are more than the couple you've seen on Dr. Drew or Black Love Doc, they are award-winning certified life and love coaches who have b…

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Dear Listener,

We know that relationships can be hard. That finding love can be hard. Believing in the magic of it all can be hard, but that’s why Melanie and Anthony do this work. Because they LOVE love.

The Amazing Clarks are more than the couple you've seen on Dr. Drew or Black Love Doc, they are award-winning certified life and love coaches who have b…

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Dear Listener,

We know that relationships can be hard. That finding love can be hard. Believing in the magic of it all can be hard, but that’s why Melanie and Anthony do this work. Because they LOVE love.

The Amazing Clarks are more than the couple you've seen on Dr. Drew or Black Love Doc, they are award-winning certified life and love coaches who have b…

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