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get ready to dive deep into the world of storytelling with us. from cool interviews with industry pros to exploring all sorts of social issues and cultural trends, our blog is where narrative takes its true form. whether you're a pro storyteller, a budding creator, or just someone who loves a good story, you're in the right place. we're here to entertain, educate, and maybe even surprise you a little. so, kick back, grab a coffee, and let's get into it.
visibility and vulnerability in poetry with the bee
We're talking to Harlem-native artist and poet, The Bee, about disability visibility in poetry and more.
soft life, real work with priscilla o. agyeman of saddie baddies
Priscilla Agyeman shares her journey of transforming mental health conversations for underrepresented communities.
poetry, publishing, and mental health with leisly ann roman
We’re talking about poetry and mental health, the impact of cultural expectations on self-perception, and the path to publishing.
the art of storytelling with zhane’l speaks
This episode is all about multimedia storytelling rooted in love and vulnerability.
slam poetry and writing techniques with ShakinDaWorld
We’re talking poetry and music, teaching in those spaces, and what’s ahead for Troublemakers Collective.
spoken truths with gabriel ramirez
The art of performance, the importance of authenticity, and how Gabriel builds community through their work.
free your mind with chántelle adanna
All things mental health, self-love, grief, writing to heal, elf-publishing, and more.
creating content and finding joy with aley arion
The inside scoop on content creation and connecting with our inner child with the founder of Black Girl Playground.
afro-caribbean narratives and art with patricia encarnación
Deconstructing cultural narratives, redefining Afro-diasporic art, leading with love, and more.
music, poetry, and performance with bonafide rojas
Bonafide talks to us about his Nuyorican roots, Def Jam poetry slam, music, publishing Excelsior, and more.
curls, culture, and confidence with nicol varona cancelmo of ocoa beauty
Through Ocoa, Nicol inspires women to embrace their authentic selves.
prose, power, and purpose with jrose
We have the honor of kicking off Season 2 with poet, educator, event curator, and artist Jasmine Rosario, better known around the way as JRose.
ordinary thoughts: 4/20 but in september
plus season 2 of ordinary thoughts coming thursday, 9/5
from pro basketball to published poetry with Alejo Rodriguez
Alejo A. Rodriguez is a published author, poet, and former professional basketball player. We talk about being more than what you do, taking risks as writers, the importance of support in our culture, community, and so much more.
choosing the life you want with Alyssa Rivera
Alyssa Rivera is a poet and entrepreneur whose work centers creatives on a mission to change the world with their art. Our conversation is about overcoming obstacles and choosing the life you want.
a Black experience in America with Daniel C. Haynes
Daniel C. Haynes walks us through his experience as a migrant, writer, and Black man in America in the wake of the murder of George Floyd.
about us
As Black & Brown people, we know that storytelling keeps our culture alive. A strong narrative can connect us, spark meaningful conversations, and inspire positive change. But, whose story is being told? It isn’t until a creator, entrepreneur, or any striving professional “make it” that their stories are amplified.
Sometimes, by looking too far ahead, we miss the opportunity to learn from, collaborate with, and celebrate our peers, at times when they need the most support. What if we stopped waiting for the recipe from those who “made it” and learned from each other in real time? What if we vowed to take this journey together?
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