In the Pocket

Meet Cameron, he's new to Maine from the Midwest. He talks about his job as communication manager at Space Gallery. He shares insight on Afro-Futurism. And he talks about his transition from stand up comedian to comedic writer.

In this set, musical talent Kenya Hall shares her performing journey from Ohio to Portland, Maine. She also gives a sneak peak into her cannabis business venture.

A special episode to start out the New Year! This set has two guests. Listen to two interviews from participants of Rafiki Shop 207 Braiding Certificate Graduation. Iza of Kilimandjaro Beauty shares her journey as a graduate. Benni, an instructor of Rafiki's program, shares her journey as a beauty professional. Find Iza @kilimandjarobeauty and find Benni @thesaison_queen. After hearing their stori...

Listen to Joseph Jackson talk about his journery from military to prison reform activist.

This episode features singer song writer Maya la Maya, from Brunswick Maine. Maya la Maya talks about her journey to incorporating activism in her music. At the end is a single supporting BLM.

Listen as Ali Ali, a poet and an activist, recount his own journey through the criminal justice system and why he's an advocate for deconstructing youth criminal justice systems. He will also share a thought provoking poem.

Listen as Evelyn discusses the intricacies of Asian paper, fabric and fashion.

Listen as Bob Greene, an 8th generation Mainer talk Black History in Maine and his career as a Sports Reporter.

Listen as actor and musician, Evadne Bryan Perkins, talks about pandemic and being black balled.

Listen to Portland Maine native and activist Kasandra, talk about how she supports the unhoused through Portland Butterfly Project and how she has started her small business K.sweeets.

Meet Nyalat Biliew who holds a position on Portland's School Board. Listen as she discusses ways to provide clean water to her native country, South Sudan.

Listen author, journalist, and public speaker Abdi Nor Iftin talk about his work and life experiences.

Listen as Raquel P. Miller shares her inspiration for her mixed media art and as she discusses the vocabulary of her imagery.

Listen as Margaret Brownlee talks about running for South Portland City Council, the Human Rights Commission, and her work at Maine College of Arts (MECA).

Listen as the host of In The Pocket flips the script and becomes a guest. Hear her discuss her Tooth Polish, being a dentist and living in Maine.

Listen to Theo Greene, an ethnographer, discuss his research through a queer black lens.

Listen to Ashley Page discuss her journey as a mixed media artist during the pandemic and at Maine College of Art.

Listen as Veronica talks about art making during the pandemic.

Listen to Rodney, a painter, discuss building his catalogue to over 200 pieces during the pandemic.

Listen to Jordia Benjamin and Wren Manly, the Deputy Director and the Director of External Affairs, respectively, of Indigo Arts Alliance talk about Beautiful Black Bird Festival, internships and residencies.

This episode explores what being Christ-like is, how LGBTQ can be involved in church, and Ophelia's joy in writing her first novel.

Enjoy a vulnerable and generous conversation with Brucemus. He's an advocate for the plus sized, a model, a tiktok influencer, a DJ and a thespian.

Meet and listen to educator, rapper, producer, musician Just Plain Jones, take you on a journey from his upstart in Portland, Maine, to his current endeavor with band, The Heights. There's nothing plain about him!

Listen as Jackie Edwards breaks down the importance of saving, funding your retirement and having an emergency fund. She was F.I.R.E. before there was F.I.R.E.

Meet Janay Woodruff of JanaeSound! She will discuss her ventures with Candys, CYWOC, and her up coming shows!