You Had Me at Black

To countdown to our Season 6 premiere on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons, continuing this week with The Medicine of the Mind from Season 3! Mark takes an impromptu and life-changing trip - or what's formally known as an Ayahuasca- in Peru. This story is produced by Produced by Jarrod Sport. Music and scoring by Charlie Corpening and Deion Henderson...

To countdown to our Season 6 premier on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons, continuing this week with Black Cinderella. Ianne searches for a reciprocal love that puts them at the center of their own love story. This story is produced by Martina Abrahams Ilunga and Britney Abrahams. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling move...

To countdown to our Season 6 premiere on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons, starting with Lit as a Feather. 10 year-old Jazz learns the heard way why adults tell us not to play with matches. This story is produced by Martina Abrahams Ilunga and Britney Abrahams. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the...

A young woman discovers her husband texting her younger sister, forcing her to dust off skeletons in her closet. If you, or someone you know is a victim of domestic or sexual violence, call the national assault hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE. This story is produced by Stephany Lowe and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming...

Kham gets into the college of his dreams but can't afford tuition. Until he has a great idea on 4-20. What starts off as a plot to make some quick cash turns into a full-on operation. This story was produced by Britney Abrahams and mixed, mastered and scored by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic...

This story was coached by Stephany Lowe, produced by Rachel Jones and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story - Our mantra is, "those...

CeeJaye's one-night hook up results in unexpected and life-altering changes. This story was coached by Adizah Eghan and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule...

Celia gets into it with her landlord, Brenda. This story was coached by Britney Abrahams and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the world. Tell your story...

At five years old, Richard gets adopted by his kindergarten teacher. This story was coached by Stephany Lowe and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule the wor...

Krystal puts the pieces of her life back together after a painful divorce. This story was coached by Jarred Sport and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events. Rule th...

Joi makes a difficult decision between living the life her mother expected and defining life for her self. This story was coached by Johanna Middleton and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. About You Had Me at Black - You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast...

Fed up by the way his grandmother dresses him, 8th grade Meechie joins the BDs, a Chicago-area gang, to buy new clothes. This story was coached by Stephany Lowe and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stor...

Felicia moved to LA in search of the Hollywood Dream - dream house, dream man, dream dog. Her pursuits leave her losing all but 1. This story was coached by Stephany Lowe, and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those wh...

After his divorce, Marlon takes a retreat and arouses himself in away he never has before. This story was coached by Adizah Eghan and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours a...

Deborah saves her coins and stays with a friend-of-a-friend on a trip. She quickly learns that "you get what you pay for." This story was coached by Jhodie Williams-Powell and mix and mastered by Mile Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who t...

Kywnn searches for a reason to live after losing her child and partner. This story was coached by Britney Abrahams and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. Rule the world. Tell your story -> You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatbla...

You Had Me at Black returns with our fifth season on August 1! This season we travel to Houston, LA and Chicago. Here's the host Martina with a introduction to Season 5. ## Rule the world. Tell your story You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours...

You Had Me at Black returns with our fifth season on August 1! This season we travel to Houston, LA and Chicago. Here's a sneak preview. ## Rule the world. Tell your story You Had Me at Black is a black podcast reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastor...

Seen is a two-part series in collaboration with CultTV which explores how Black fathers pour into their children. Contrary to mainstream narratives, Black fathers are out here. For Father's Day We asked a number of men to reflect on how fatherhood influences their understanding of masculinity, and how that's similar or different to their fathers' parenting. This episode is hosted by our sound engi...

Mother's Jewels is a two-part reflective series in collaboration with CultTV which explores how Black mothers pour into their children. The intergenerational lessons they draw from (or reject), and the life experiences they lean on. We asked eleven women, "What's a conversation you had with your mom, and one you didn't have, that you couldn't wait to have with your children?" These are their stori...

As a first year teacher in the Bay Area, Adha caught one student bullying another. But when it came time to identify the student to the Principal, he struggled to do so. We recognize that parts of this story are problematic, and You Had Me at Black does not condone the school's actions in this situation. We shared it because sometimes we do messed up things too, and we can all improve in areas of...

After ending his engagement and recovering from a medical emergency, Carl finally learns to listen to Black Women. Produced by: Britney Abrahams Scored by: Charlie Corpening Mix and Mastering by: Miles Dotson Tickets for our next kickback on December 2 in Houston are on sale. Get yours at www.youhadmeatblack.com/livehtx ! Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytellin...

Kevin (fka Erk tha Jerk) learns the hard way to be careful what you plan for. After listening, leave a review on Apple Podcasts! We're coming to Houston! Our next Kickback is at Lions Heart Studio on December 2nd. Tickets go on sale Monday 11/13, but if you're on our email list you'll get access to early bird tickets on Friday 11/11. Head to youhadmeatblack.com/livehtx for more information, and yo...

Despite graduating from a prestigious college and traveling the world, a young man struggles to escape the conditioning of his hometown. This story is produced by Jhodie Williams. Music & scoring by Charlie Corpening. Mix & mastering by Miles Dotson. If you like what you hear, write us a review on Apple Podcasts -- youhadmeatblack.com/itunes . For more information, subscribe to our email list at -...

Chinaka makes an unlikely friend over the fence in her grandmother’s backyard. This episode is mix and mastered by Miles Dotson. Join The Kinship Our digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatb...