Afrocentric.

Afrocentric.

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Afrocentric. episodes

  • Black Grad Blues featuring Yolanda Kelly
    The Afrocentric podcast episode "Black Grad Blues" featuring Yolanda Kelly explores the challenges faced by black graduates transitioning from college to the real world. Morgan and Yolanda share her experience with post-grad depression and offer advice to other black graduates who may be struggling. She also discusses financial challenges unique to black graduates and strategies for maintaining a positive attitude in the workplace. The episode concludes with actionable steps for individuals and institutions to address the mental health needs of black recent graduates.
    1 hr 30 min
  • The Cookout featuring Josh Boyd.
    In this episode of The Afrocentric podcast entitled "The Cookout," Josh Boyd joins the hosts to discuss the history behind "The Cookout" and Black Family Reunions. The episode focuses on The Great Migration, which saw more than 6 million African-Americans move from the South to cities in the Northeast and Midwest between 1915 and 1970. The idea of "The Migration Back" during the late 1900s is also explored, when black families and children would migrate back to the South and connect with their heritage and culture. The episode delves into black southern food traditions, the preservation of black southern food traditions, the history of soul food, and its relevance to black cultural identity. Tune in to hear about the rich history behind "The Cookout" and the importance of preserving black southern food traditions
    1 hr 2 min
  • BIG BACKS GET BENT TOO featuring Jessica Gray
    In this episode BIG BACKS GET BENT TOO featuring Jessica Gray ,Morgan and Jessica discuss the lack of self-love, confidence, and body positivity within black female spaces. She is joined by guest Jessica Gray to provide a modern and Afrocentric perspective on how to practice self-love. They also talk about the historical perpetuation of hate towards the bodies of black women and girls by European power structures and Eurocentric beauty standards. Morgan and Jessica discuss how black women are discriminated against through elitism, conservatism, and classism. They also provide examples of modern self-hate in black female spaces, such as social media, beauty standards, and relationships. The episode highlights the importance of self-care, self-love, and self-healing in black female spaces.
    1 hr 27 min
  • Two Girls and One Cup featuring Deja Mason
    Happy Pride Month! In this podcast episode, we hear from Deja Mason, a black, gay woman who shares her experiences of coming out and navigating the challenges of being an LGBTQ+ individual in various communities. Deja talks about her journey of finding a support network of friends and family who accepted and loved her for who she is, and how therapy helped her navigate the coming out process. She also discusses the challenges she faced in high school and as a non-conforming gay woman in black communities. Deja offers advice to young black, gay women who are struggling to come out and find acceptance in their communities, and shares how allies can help make black, queer women more comfortable in our spaces.
    1 hr 34 min
  • Freestyle 19: We are the Woke Mob
    This podcast episode delves into the concept of wokeness in the Black community, tracing its evolution and discussing its demonization in modern politics, particularly in states like Florida. The term "woke" originated as a Black activist watchword that demanded people "stay woke" against police brutality. However, the way that terms like "woke" and "wokeness" are used outside of the Black Lives Matter community seems to bear little connection to their original context.
    The war against wokeness is an inevitability, one that is either ignored or unknown to those who accept the whitewashed history that the anti-woke warriors seek to preserve.
    As Black people, we are the woke mob, and we should continue to educate ourselves and have open conversations about wokeness and its importance in our communities. It's time to embrace our wokeness and use it as a tool for change
    56 min
  • Freestyle 18: Wet Dog
    In this episode my guest, Aaron Jagers III and I, will explore the hygiene practices of Europeans throughout history from an Afrocentric perspective. It is our goal to answer the question: What creates the wet dog smell in the European population when it rains, We highlight the ways in which their historic communal practices have contributed to the marginalization of non-European cultures and the promotion of Eurocentric beauty standards. Despite these challenges, we celebrate the resilience of people of color and their contributions to the development of modern hygiene and sanitation practices. So join us as we uncover the complex and often overlooked European history of hygiene, sanitation and beauty from an Afrocentric point of view.
    1 hr 8 min
  • I am Such a Little Lady featuring Alex Gray
    This episode explores womanism and how it challenges traditional feminism by centering the experiences of black women. We discuss the historical marginalization of black women in feminist movements, and how womanism offers a more inclusive and intersectional approach to social justice. We also examine the relationship between femininity and womanism, and how embracing femininity can be a form of resistance against negative stereotypes of black women. Join my guest, Alex Gray reestablish that we are nice, young ladies.
    1 hr 20 min
  • Freestyle 17: I Built The Table
    This podcast episode explores the question, "what do you bring to the table?" in the context of black love and relationships. We examine the resilience of black love throughout history, while acknowledging the challenges that black women face in dating and marriage. We offer personal stories, insights from experts, and practical advice for building strong and healthy partnerships. This episode celebrates the strength and beauty of black love, and provides hope and inspiration for those seeking meaningful connections.
    1 hr 17 min
  • Freestyle 16: Ratt Williams
    Hey there, podcast lovers! In this episode, we're getting real about the gritty world of street law and street code. That's right, we're talking about snitches and rats, and the complex web of loyalty, betrayal, and survival that underlies these controversial terms. We'll be exploring the history and cultural significance of snitching and ratting, and examining the ways in which these concepts have been shaped by social, economic, and political forces. So buckle up, and get ready for a wild ride through the underbelly of American culture. It's time to talk street law, street code, snitches, and rats, and we're not holding anything back!
    1 hr 19 min

About Afrocentric.

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Mission: To redefine and expand the understanding of Afrocentrism by illuminating the deeper, often untold histories and lived experiences of the Black Aboriginal peoples of North America—those later labeled as African American. The podcast bridges these truths with the ancestral narratives of Africa, South America, and the Caribbean, fostering a renewed global appreciation for Black heritage, resilience, and cultural continuity.