Gabrielle ThompsonAre you wanting to learn more about black intersectionality? Well you’ve come to the right place. This is a curated list of the best black intersectionality podcasts of 2021.
We have selected these podcasts for a variety of reasons, but they are all well worth a listen. We tried to select a variety of podcasts across the spectrum from hosts with a wide breadth of experience.
We are always keen to hear your feedback, if we have missed a podcast, Twitter us Pretty Progressive (Twitter) and we will check it out!
Best Black Intersectionality Podcasts 2021
With thanks to ListenNotes, Crunchbase, SemRush and Ahrefs for providing the data to create and rank these podcasts.
Big Mouth Black Girl Podcast
- Publisher: Big Mouth Black Girl Podcast- Season 1 Episode 1 “Blow the Whistle” PART 2
- Total Episodes: 26
Because politic-ing was made for the weak, this podcast discusses REAL controversial topics of the Black experience in America. BMBG podcast explores black intersectionality with respect to all people of African decent (African, AfroCarribean, Afro Latino, African American, etc.) with RAW research and life experiences. In the hopes of educating and raising AWARENESS for spark innovation, ideas, and inspire change.
The Uprooted Podcast
- Publisher: Tiffany G
- Total Episodes: 5
Blackness is not a monolithic culture as displayed in the media. The diversity of the Black experience has a lot to do with where we’re raised. But what about when we migrate into a different country where the dynamics of race are different than how we learned to navigate our Blackness? How do we adapt? Do we assimilate? Millennial Blacks from the diaspora are finding themselves all over the globe as they migrate for school, life, work or to escape the cultural confines they experienced back home. As I interview Blacks across the world, we will look at how their identity is formed, experienced, accepted or rejected as we explore the intersectionality of culture and race. As the world becomes more global than ever, this podcast will allow us to see what is like to be Black when we are uprooted from our comfort zones.
Interior Motives
- Publisher: Che’lyn Foster
- Total Episodes: 33
Interior Motives explores the intersectionality of the human condition as it relates to mental health/wellness ,, social justice issues, spirituality, relationships and pop culture/current events. The host will have candid conversations/ interviews with inspiring people from black and brown communities who share their personal/ professional journey of how they overcame adversities.
Grown Women
- Publisher: Grown Women Podcast
- Total Episodes: 17
We’re two millennial women (and some guest friends) navigating the intersectionality of black female adulthood. Sit back, grab a drink, and join us as we discuss the treasure and the trash of being grown black women in today’s society. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/grownwomen/support
But Go Off, Sis
- Publisher: Ness & Sage
- Total Episodes: 3
Welcome to our safe space. We are Two Black Women navigating the intersectionality of being awkward, West Indian 🇭🇹, and educated professionals. We are here to dish out the tea, crack some jokes, and maybe even cry a bit. Throw your head phones on and enjoy the ride. – Ness and Sage IG: @bgosthepod Twitter: @bgosthepod @sagethesage @simplyness___
DUALITY presented by the Black Hippie Collective
- Publisher: DUALITY
- Total Episodes: 13
The black hippie collective presents a fun take on blackness with Host: @whoiskayyp and @_ivycam. Join us in conversation as we reflect on nostalgic encounters from the past, navigate adulthood, while also addressing the intersectionality of blackness and womanhood.
In This Skin: A Podcast by Braxton Simpson
- Publisher: Braxton Simpson
- Total Episodes: 16
“In This Skin: A Podcast by Braxton Simpson” will touch on all things hitting on the intersectionality of being Black, a Woman, and Young. We’re diving into politics, society, and what it truly means to navigate life “In This Skin” !
Affected by…
- Publisher: Tamara Pennington & Pavel Zoneff
- Total Episodes: 19
COVID-19 has impacted every aspect of our lives, including how, where, and if we work. As live event producers, Tamara Pennington & Pavel Zoneff reeled as their industry ground to a halt and events were canceled. Like you, they are looking for inspiration and ideas on how to navigate the new normal. Each week, Tamara & Pavel focus on one industry and talk to professionals about how they are coping, pivoting, and making it work at work. We strive for intersectionality, believe that diverse voices make us stronger, and know that Black Lives Matter.
Black Women in White Spaces
- Publisher: Kennedi Combs
- Total Episodes: 1
This podcast is meant to create a safe space for black women to explore and talk about the challenges of intersectionality in the modern day world.
Tanti Table
- Publisher: Bear Radio
- Total Episodes: 24
Thinkers+Anecdotes+News+Taboos+Intersectionality=TANTI TABLE where we sip some tea and question the powers that be! Black & Brown femme commentary from Berlin & beyond as artists, poets, designers, editors, fashionistas, bosses, mothers, educators, & messy global side-eyers.
transPARENTsy
- Publisher: Mia Cooley
- Total Episodes: 3
transPARENTSy podcast was birthed because we experienced a gap in representation of queer black #motherhood and #parenting in the communities available to us. We needed an #inclusive space that allowed us to learn, unlearn, and vent about topics relevant to our intersectionality without experiencing racism, homophobia, and microagressions. As facilitators of the groups Black #LGBTQ Moms of Facebook and Instagram we saw a need for information, a need for resources, and a desire for healing and community. We hope to build and expand that here. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/transparentsy/support
AfrolutelyElla’s podcast
- Publisher: Our Sazon
- Total Episodes: 2
Are we black or are we Latina? Finally get the answer to this and so many other questions. Hosted by four Afro-Panamanians, this podcast will discusses the intersectionality of being Afro-Latino while covering everything from pop culture to heavy hitting topics such as racism and politics. Afrolutely Ella is apart of OurSazon Network and can be found on all major platforms.
United We Trans
- Publisher: Adonis Laurent
- Total Episodes: 5
Black queer transgender man, in that order, explores the intersectionality of race and gender/ sexuality/ identity in America and beyond.
Young Adults Learning Evil
- Publisher: Nadir Salaam
- Total Episodes: 11
Young Adults Learning Evil (Y.A.L.E). is a gritty documentary podcast that explores the intersectionality of class, wealth and race and how it has played out over the past 400 years within a community. The podcast’s first seasons will give the world insight into how Urban trauma affects a marginalized black community inside one of America’s first planned city, New Haven Ct. New Haven is also the home to one of the world’s most prestigious and powerful institutions: Yale University. https://www.patreon.com/youngadultslearningevil https://WWW.youngadultslearningevil.com
Lunch and Unlearn
- Publisher: Bryana Clover and Dr. Jessica Petty
- Total Episodes: 15
Jess, a White woman, and Bry, a Black woman have created unique offerings in the DEI space. Bry’s company, 1619 Consulting LLC, focuses on three pillars to achieve a racially equitable workplace: knowledge, introspection and action. Headed by Jess, Just Pursuits focuses on three stages of change: Collective conversation, collective action and collective impact. Together, we have created Lunch + Unlearn, a brave space to investigate the hidden systems that have shaped our views and perpetuated oppression. Focused on discussions around Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, with an intersectional approach – and a specific focus on race equity – we dig into the facts and feelings around these complex topics. We explore our understanding, and the experiences related to the intersectionality of race and… LBGTQIA+, sexism, ageism, ableism, and classism. Drawing from our lived experiences, we may not always see things the same way but we’re committed to honesty, openness and unlearning all that living in a racialized country has taught us.
Park It & Listen
- Publisher: Sophia Parker
- Total Episodes: 6
Park It & Listen is a social commentary podcast hosted by Sophia Parker. Sophia Parker is a 19 y/o college student attending Spelman College. Through her intersectionality, Sophia will touch on a wide array of topics that she cares deeply for. This includes being a Black woman in the United States to politics, pop culture, and more. Occasionally, Sophia will invite guests to add their viewpoints and perspectives. For business inquiries: [email protected]. Sophia’s personal Instagram: @ali.sophia. The Podcast Instagram: @parkitandlisten. Cover art by Madison Green.
The Cultural Reset
- Publisher: Tamera and Emma
- Total Episodes: 8
Two young women exploring the culture, politics, and life of modern-day young adults. Our intersectionality as a white bisexual woman and a black woman in America gives us unique perspectives on today’s issues. Join our friendship as we navigate the turmoil of today’s political climate and controversial culture.
Open Wide Nena
- Publisher: Auri & Frankie
- Total Episodes: 4
Our show is about the intersectionality of gastronomy, social activism and pleasure. We are two Black femmes who are curating the vast and deep pleasure of culinary experiences. Our favorite conversations are the ones that take place while seated at the table. Those conversations can run the gamut of heartwarming to enraging, but we’ve always left with a better sense of ourselves or a new perspective of the world. We want to share those conversations with you! You should listen if you are interested in learning more about the stories & complexities tied to what goes on your plate.
My Black Ass Experience
- Publisher: AJ Lovelace & Cammy Hicks
- Total Episodes: 2
An exploration of the Black experience both collectively and individually through the intricate avenue of intersectionality.
Woke Mental Wellness
- Publisher: Cassie
- Total Episodes: 11
Woke Mental Wellness is a podcast, blog, and community devoted to Black Queer Mental Wellness and the issues which impact our community. Woke Mental Wellness aims to increase knowledge and awareness about Black Queer mental wellness and intersectionality to help both people in the Black Queer communities as well as providers and allies. Each episode we break down a topic to build up understanding, from what queer means to the impact of racism on mental health to finding/being a good provider
