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Belonging to Blackness

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Belonging to Blackness is a monthly podcast that explores the infiniteness of Blackness through meaningful conversations about Black identities. Hosted by scholar-activist, author and storyteller Dr. Yndia Lorick-Wilmot (@ProfYndia), episodes feature a diverse line-up of global Black pioneers and award-winning change-makers. These guests share their intimate experiences that have led them to understand their Blackness. Topics include celebrating Black life, history and the state of Black art, music and culture; Black love and relationships; social justice, reconciliation and reparations; and building global networks and wealth. Follow IG @BelongingToBlackness_Podcast

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  1. S6, Ep 049 with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley on the power of Black womanhood in 2024 U.S. politics

    Season 6 debut! Host Dr. Yndia is in conversation with guest Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) about the power of Black womanhood in 2024 U.S. politics. Their discussion is not…

    S6 E4939:56
  2. S5, Ep 048 on 5-Star Luxury at MBano Manor (Zimbabwe) with Dr. Mati, first Black female Hotelier

    In the Season 5 finale, join host Yndia as she sits with Dr Matifadza Martha Nyazema (affectionately referred to as “Doc Mati”) of Mbano Manor Hotel Victoria Falls by Mantis, a 5-s…

    S5 E4853:16
  3. S5, Ep 047 with M’Hudi Wines, first and oldest Black-owned wine farm & brand in Stellenbosch South Africa

    In this episode, #47, we venture to the western Cape province of South Africa to Stellenbosch winelands. Host Yndia is drinking wine and chatting with M’Hudi Wines’ vintners, co-ow…

    S5 E4730:04
  4. S5, Ep 046 with Bo-Kaap Kombius Restaurateur Yusef Larney on Colouredness in Cape Town, South Africa

    We are in Cape Town and Cape of Good Hope, South Africa! Host Yndia continues her exploration of what it means to be “Coloured” in South Africa as she speaks with guest Yusef Larne…

    S5 E4629:51
  5. S5, Ep 045 with political analyst and author Tessa Dooms on Blackness & being Coloured in South Africa

    In this episode, the podcast’s journey continues in South Africa. Host Yndia is in conversation with South African sociologist, political analyst and author Tessa Dooms about her n…

    S5 E4552:40
  6. S5, Ep 044 with Antoinette Sithole and the Legacy of the Hector Pieterson Museum in SOWETO

    In this episode, journey to South Africa’s SOWETO with host Yndia as she visits the Hector Pieterson memorial site and museum and is in conversation with Antoinette Sithole, Ambass…

    S5 E4422:23
  7. S5, Ep 043 with Hannah Drake and Josh Miller of (Un)Known Project on using art to unearth the names of enslaved African descendants

    Kicking off the new year, this episode features co-founders and leaders of (Un)Known Project, Hannah Drake and Josh Miller. (Un)Known Project is a Louisville, Kentucky artist-run n…

    S5 E4350:05
  8. S5, Ep 042 with Terysa Ridgeway, computer scientist and author of the children’s book series “Terysa Solves It”

    ‘Tis the Season! It’s December and this month commemorates Computer Literacy and Computer Science Education. This episode features guest Terysa Ridgeway, a computer scientist, prev…

    S5 E4222:20
  9. S5, Ep 041 with award-winning journalist and historian Nadege Green on Black Miami Dade and Black digital archives

    Sak Pase! It’s episode #41 with guest Nadege Green, award-winning journalist, historian and founder of Black Miami Dade, an emerging digital platform that resists the erasure of Mi…

    S5 E4101:08:52
  10. S5, Ep 040 with Rob Marriott/alias DJ Tafari (humanitarian, artist, Hip Hop journalist and documentarian) about the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop and the state of the Culture

    We are talking all the things Hip Hop in Ep #40! with guest Rob Marriott, a pioneering voice and thought leader in Hip Hop journalism, producer and artist. The journey has been bea…

    S5 E4044:46
  11. S5, Ep 039 with Sheena Collier, CEO of Boston While Black, on the importance of Black spaces

    Season 5 premier is bigger than ever! Nominated for the 2023 Podcaster of the Year Award (Black Podcasting Awards). In this episode, host Yndia is excited to sit with Sheena Collie…

    S5 E3946:04
  12. S4, Ep 038 on Summertime Rest, Refresh & Reimagining (Special Topic with Dr. Yndia)

    By popular demand, Special Topics! In this Season 4 finale, host Yndia ushers in the season of summer. She shares insights on the ways we can find more opportunities to rest, refre…

    S4 E3818:47
  13. S4, Ep 037 with Tiffani Johnson, physician scientist and President of Academic Pediatric Association on dismantling racism through clinical practice

    Good people, Ep 37! Host Yndia is in conversation with the beloved research-scholar and pediatric emergency medicine physician, Dr. Tiffani Johnson. The newly-elected President of…

    S4 E3750:01
  14. S4, Ep 036 with Malik Yoba (NAACP Image Award winner, Hollywood veteran actor and entrepreneur) about increasing health and wealth equity in Black diasporic communities

    Host Yndia sits with Hollywood veteran actor, musician, activist, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Malik Yoba. Best known for his 30+ years of commitment to the arts and more than…

    S4 E3643:50
  15. S4, Ep 035 with Colette Phillips, award-winning Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) pioneer, on “The Includers” anti-racists and white allies

    Celebrating Women’s History Month with guest Colette Phillips, President, CEO and founder of Get Konnected! An award-winning Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) pioneer, PR & Mar…

    S4 E3545:10
  16. S4, Ep 034 with Dr. Bernard Harris (former NASA astronaut and author) about being the first African American to walk in space and the importance of Black children in STEAM education

    It’s Black History! Host Yndia interviews scientist, surgeon, retired NASA astronaut and the first African American to walk in space, Dr. Bernard Harris. Author of the bestseller “…

    S4 E3437:49
  17. S4, Ep 033 with African American/Visual Studies author Jasmine Nichole Cobb on “New Growth: The Art and Texture of Black Hair”

    All things Hair and Visuality! Host Yndia is in conversation with Jasmine Nichole Cobb, author and scholar of African & African American Studies and of Art, Art History and Visual…

    S4 E3347:40
  18. S4, Ep 032 with Javaka Steptoe, award-winning children’s book author & illustrator, about Black storytelling through art

    In this episode, host Yndia is in conversation with nationally-renowned children’s book author and illustrator, Javaka Steptoe. Listen in as they discuss several topics, including:…

    S4 E3239:08
  19. S4, Ep 031 with Ruth E. Carter (two-time Academy Award winner for Fashion/Costume Design) about Black futurism and working with Oprah, Spike Lee and Chadwick Boseman

    #WakandaForever! Host Yndia chats with Academy Award Winner, costume designer and AfroFuturist, Ruth E. Carter about her almost four-decade long career working on iconic projects f…

    S4 E3150:41
  20. S4, Ep 030 with media executive and author Charity C. Elder on “Power: The Rise of Black Women in America”

    In this episode, host Yndia sits with Charity C. Elder, award-winning journalist and media executive and author of the book, Power: The Rise of Black Women in America. A lovely med…

    S4 E3047:49
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