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The Afrocentric podcast episode "A Digital Hug for Black Mothers  featuring Tenira Stubblefield ” delves into the life experiences of young black women transitioning into motherhood, particularly focusing on the challenges they face in accessing quality maternity care in the south. The podcast highlights disparities in healthcare access and advocates for interventions such as expanding Medicaid co...

The episode "A Slow, Mississippi Burning" provides a comprehensive historical perspective on the state of Mississippi, delving into the deep-seated social, political, and racial challenges it has faced. The discussion sheds light on the enduring impact of events such as "The Blood Bowl" in Natchez, Mississippi, "Bloody Lowndes," and the rise of the Ku Klux Klan, highlighting the negative connotati...

In this episode of the Afrocentric podcast, the episode delves into the history of the New Afrikan Independence Movement, exploring its origins, impact, and legacy. Morgan engages with an expert and activist, Otto De Hekima, to discuss the movement's historical background, key events, and ideological underpinnings. Both Morgan and Otto also examines the movement's influence on contemporary social...

In the latest episode of the Afrocentric Podcast, entitled "BLACK QUEENS FOREVER, SNOW BUNNIES NEVER ft. Big Shun and Ben," we dive deep into the complex world of interracial relationships from a black man's perspective. This episode tackles the sensitive and often controversial topic head-on, discussing the nuances and challenges that coincide with dating outside one's race. Inspired by Dr. Umar...

"The Subtle Art of Dismantling White Supremacy featuring Shequite Johnson: Black History Month Series- Part 4,” The speakers, Morgan and Shequite, discuss the impact of white supremacy on black culture. The episode covers topics such as the damaging characteristics of white supremacy culture, the impact on organizations, and the role it plays in perpetuating racial injustice. The discussion could...

The podcast "Freestyle 4: The Vultures" delves into the topic of cultural appropriation, specifically focusing on the concept of "Culture Vultures" and its detrimental effects on the black community. It highlights how many cultures admire black culture but do not respect or support black people. The episode emphasizes the importance of gatekeeping traditions to garner respect for black culture, tr...

In the Afrocentric podcast episode, The Subtle Art of Dismantling White Supremacy featuring Lia: Black History Month Series- Part 3 discusses the final five characteristics of white supremacy, including individualism, the "I'm the Only One" mindset, the belief that progress is always bigger and more, objectivity, and the right to comfort. Morgan and her guest speaker, Lia, discuss different schola...

The episode "The Subtle Art of Dismantling White Supremacy featuring Karanja: Black History Month Series- Part 2" on the Afrocentric podcast discusses various traits associated with white supremacy culture, including "Only One Right Way," "Paternalism," "Either/Or Thinking," "Power Hoarding," and "Fear of Open Conflict." Morgan and her guest, Karanja, delves into the implications of these characte...

In this episode of the Afrocentric podcast, Morgan and Riss delve into the first five characteristics of white supremacy, shedding light on pervasive traits that have contributed to systemic inequality and injustice. The discussion encompasses the detrimental effects of perfectionism, the perpetuation of a sense of urgency, defensiveness, prioritizing quantity over quality, and the veneration of t...

In the latest episode of the Afrocentric podcast, Bringing Back Shame featuring Corrin Dixon, Morgan and Corrin explores the relationship between shame and responsibility politics in the black community. She discusses the origins of respectability politics and its initial purpose to advance the black community, as well as key figures such as W.E.B. Du Bois. Morgan and Corrin argue that we should b...

The latest episode of the Afrocentric podcast, "Freestyle 2: She Who Struggles," delves into the struggles of black women for the liberation of black people. The episode provides an analysis of black female literature from luminaries who understood the purpose of struggle, altered the negative stigma attached to it, and redefined the struggle. It highlights the memoirs of black women as a testimon...

The Afrocentric podcast episode "BLACK MEN DON’T CHEAT featuring Alderman Marvin Jones" explores various aspects of being a black man in the community, including the morals, values, and expectations upheld by black men, the issue of infidelity within the black community, and ways to rebuild trust between black men and women. Alderman Marvin Jones gives advice on uplifting and protecting black wome...

The Afrocentric Podcast episode titled "Who Will Survive in America?" focuses on the state of Black America one year after the overturning of Roe v. Wade. The episode begins by introducing the topic of the overturning of Affirmative Action and what it was originally created to do within minority communities. Morgan and her guest, Amelia Mathews discuss what to expect in America post Roe v. Wade an...

In this episode of the Afrocentric podcast, Femi Johnson discusses the legacy of the diaspora, including the relationship between Africa and those who are descendants of enslaved people dispersed throughout the diaspora. The episode covers topics such as the diaspora wars, bridging the gap between African Americans and others of African descent, creating unity, and creating a new narrative of how...

In this episode of the Afrocentric podcast, Ivory Cancer discusses their experience as a black LGBTQIA member attending a Christian church as a child. They share how they navigated the cultural and racial differences between themselves and Christian doctrines, and the challenges they faced in that process. The episode also explores the history of Christianity in the black community, including Chri...

In this episode of the Afrocentric podcast, Lenderrick Taylor discusses the evolution of violence in the black community. The episode covers various topics, including violence as a form of resistance during enslavement, violence during rebellions such as the Nat Turner rebellion and the Haitian Revolution, and violence by means of protection. The episode also delves into the fear of violence from...

In the Afrocentric podcast episode "Freestyle 1: GET UP AND VOTE YOUNG PEOPLE, NO CAP," Morgan emphasizes the importance of voting in the black community and the history of voting rights. The goal of this episode is to address the concern(s) of Black Baby Boomers that fear younger generations will not carry on the tradition of voting or take pride in voting. Our Generation pushes back against this...

In part 2 of the There’s Piss in the Segregated Dating Pool, Morgan and Chris explore the topic of dating as a modern black person and how it has changed throughout generations. They attempt to find a middle ground between cisgendered heterosexual relationships and discuss the differences between talking and dating in black relationships. The podcast explores dating within and throughout the inter...

In part one of this episode, the Afrocentric podcast explores the topic of dating as a modern black person and how it has changed throughout generations. Chris Mayberry and Morgan Gray attempt to find a middle ground between cisgendered heterosexual relationships and discuss the differences between talking and dating in black relationships. They also delve into the stages of dating within black re...

The podcast features Mike Cotton, a black father who shares his experiences, challenges, and strategies of raising black daughters. The discussions cover various aspects of family dynamics, upbringing, and the impact of race and identity. The aim is to provide insights and support for black fathers navigating the unique journey of raising black daughters. The interview questions explore different...

In this episode, Taylor Clark shares her personal journey of embracing her unique beauty and self-worth, highlighting the importance of self-belief. She discusses the challenges she faced in the modeling industry and how she overcame them. Taylor also sheds light on the not-so-glamorous aspects of the industry that people may not be aware of. The conversation explores the impact of mental health a...

In this episode of the Afrocentric Podcast, Isaiah Thompson and Morgan explore the history and importance of black barbershops as social gathering places for black men. They discuss the role of barbershops in promoting mental health, self-care, and community wellness, as well as the need to ensure that these spaces remain safe and inclusive for all members of the black community. The episode also...

The Afrocentric podcast episode "Black Grad Blues" featuring Yolanda Kelly explores the challenges faced by black graduates transitioning from college to the real world. Morgan and Yolanda share her experience with post-grad depression and offer advice to other black graduates who may be struggling. She also discusses financial challenges unique to black graduates and strategies for maintaining a...

In this episode of The Afrocentric podcast entitled "The Cookout," Josh Boyd joins the hosts to discuss the history behind "The Cookout" and Black Family Reunions. The episode focuses on The Great Migration, which saw more than 6 million African-Americans move from the South to cities in the Northeast and Midwest between 1915 and 1970. The idea of "The Migration Back" during the late 1900s is also...

In this episode BIG BACKS GET BENT TOO featuring Jessica Gray ,Morgan and Jessica discuss the lack of self-love, confidence, and body positivity within black female spaces. She is joined by guest Jessica Gray to provide a modern and Afrocentric perspective on how to practice self-love. They also talk about the historical perpetuation of hate towards the bodies of black women and girls by European...