Everyone loves podcasts. In terms of popularity, it has overtaken the longstanding medium of radio, and has given a voice to so many people; regardless of age, race, or gender. While many of us are in the house in attempts to stay warm this winter, there are several Black podcasts to check out.
One of the best things about this ever-growing artform is that there is a show for anything you may be searching for. Cari Champion talks to the largest figures in sports and entertainment on her Naked podcast, while women such as Eboni K. Williams provides legal analysis and commentary on the American justice system with the show Holding Court. In terms of finding financial freedom, the guys at Earn Your Leisure have developed a massive following, and continue to teach our generation about money and fiscal responsibility.
There are plenty of other podcasts from creatives of color to listen to daily; it might even become a task choosing which one may be the best for you. So, to help you in your search, here are some of the best Black podcasts to listen to this winter.
01
The Assignment with Audie Cornish
Each week on The Assignment, host Audie Cornish pulls listeners out of their digital echo chambers to hear from the people who live the headlines.
02
We Talk Back Podcast
Hosted by two unapologetically black women with an opinion who talk back, TamBam and AJ are helping women maneuver through the Sea of Men! The We Talk Back podcast is here to guide femininity to its ultimate greatness.
03
Zuri Hall’s Hot, Happy Mess
From Emmy Award Winning TV host Zuri Hall comes Hot Happy Mess — your new go-to podcast for mindfully ambitious Millennial women.
04
Checking In with Michelle Williams
On CHECKING IN, Michelle Williams and her famous friends let it all out as they reveal their intimate experiences with depression, anxiety and their mental health journeys.
05
Earn Your Leisure
Earn Your Leisure will be giving you behind the scenes financial views into the entertainment and sports industries as well as highlighting back stories of entrepreneurs.
06
Geto Boys Reloaded
Hip Hop legends Scarface and Willie D are bringing forth compelling and thought-provoking conversations highlighting music, entertainment, social issues and awareness to name a few.
07
Naked with Cari Champion
Cari Champion will ask some of the greatest in sports and entertainment to remove the veil and get naked. Being Naked on this podcast means describing life-altering circumstances and events that helped shape who you plan to become.
08
Street Politicians
Street Politicians is the dynamic, new video-taped podcast featuring activists Tamika D. Mallory and Mysonne, the General. Their show takes an uninhibited look at social and civil rights issues, pop culture, and politics.
09
Black Wealth Renaissance
Their goal is to normalize black wealth and share helpful resources & tips that will be useful in attaining and maintaining generational wealth. Tune in to learn from the knowledge & experience of successful Black entrepreneurs and investors.
10
Black Girl Stuff
A dynamic vanguard of young Black women welcome cultural influencers and celebrity guests to weigh in on important Gen Z issues in this female-driven, unapologetically Black conversational series.
11
Laugh & Learn
Comedian Flame Monroe is on a mission to Laugh And Learn! Join her and her team of correspondents, affectionately known as “Flamettes,” each week as she discusses the latest in headline and local news, politics, and pop culture.
12
Eating While Broke
Hosted by media maven Coline Witt, the Eating While Broke podcast is a new interview series centered around self-made celebrities, influencers, disruptors and entrepreneurs eating meals they once ate when they were broke.
13
R&B Money
The R&B Money Podcast is hosted by the Legendary Grammy Award Winning R&B singer/songwriter/producer TANK and his business partner multi-platinum songwriter & executive J. Valentine. This podcast is for the super dedicated R&B fans.
14
Carefully Reckless with Jess Hilarious
Carefully Reckless is a podcast where Jessica “Jess Hilarious” Moore discusses all the topics from politics to entertainment, and her infamous “Jess with the Mess” segments.
15
Holding Court with Eboni K. Williams
Each week attorney Eboni K. Williams and cultural observer Dustin Ross break down what’s on the docket in American justice and what’s not, with savvy legal analysis and commonsense commentary to provide teachable moments for us all to navigate a rigged system.
16
Straight Shot No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro
Straight Shot, No Chaser with Tezlyn Figaro examines controversial and thought-provoking topics with diverse guests to discuss politics, social consciousness, and culture.
