This week we are taking a look at the life and career of Dorothy Dandridge.

We are also joined by Chanté Adams (@chantee__)to talk about what it's like to work as an actor in the film and TV industry today!

As always, let me know what you think about this episode. You can reach out via email at [email protected], or through the Bias Bender instagram and facebook. And if you really enjoyed, feel free to rate and review the podcast!

Cover art by Michelle Li. (https://michellejli.com)
Original Music by Adam Westerman. (Spotify Link)

This week we are investigating the story of Elizabeth Eckford and all that she had to go through as a fifteen year old trying to attend a new school in Little Rock during the 1957-1958 school year.

Please let me know what you think about this episode! Feel free to reach out via email at [email protected], or via social media through the Bias Bender instagram and facebook.

As always, if you enjoy, don't forget to rate and review the podcast wherever you listen! And tell a friend or two or ten! Send them this episode in particular or this link with all the podcast info: https://linktr.ee/biasbender

Cover art by Michelle Li. (https://michellejli.com/)
Original Music by Adam Westerman.(Spotify Page)

This week we are diving into the story of Jackie Ormes, a comic artist who shattered stereotypes through her witty characters. We are also joined by Denise Manning (@halfpintlegend), who continues to defy stereotype through her own work!

As always, let me know what you think about this episode! You can get in touch through the podcast Instagram, Facebook, or email ([email protected]). Don't forget to give the podcast a rating and review if you enjoy what you hear!

All podcast info, including the newsletter signup, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/biasbender

Original music by Adam Westerman. (Spotify Link)
Cover art by Michelle Li. (https://michellejli.com/)

This week we are taking a break from talking about Black women... in order to talk about a literal Black goddess/mermaid/spirit/deity! Let's dive in and find out about some real, long-lasting African female power.

As always, let me know what you think of this episode. You can get in touch through the podcast instagram, facebook, and the podcast email. And if you really had a good time listening, dont forget to rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.

All podcast info, including the newsletter signup, can be found here: https://linktr.ee/biasbender

Original music by Adam Westerman. (Spotify Link)
Cover art by Michelle Li. (https://michellejli.com/)

This week we are looking into the story of Charlotte E. Ray, the first Black female to graduate from law school and practice law in the US. We are also joined by Sabrina Matlock, a second year law school student at William & Lee. Buckle up for a back to school episode, folks!

Make sure to follow the podcast on our social media platforms on Instagram and Facebook.

As always, all podcast information can be found here: https://linktr.ee/BiasBender

Cover art by Michelle Li.
Original music by Adam Westerman.

Welcome back! This week we are talking about the life and legacy of Mrs. Maggie Lena Walker, a Virginian financial legend. We are also chatting with Gabrielle Lawson, a young financial professional who is working hard to continue the work Maggie started over a century ago.

Check out Black Money Mvmt here:
https://www.instagram.com/blackmoneymvmt/

I'd love to hear about all of your favorite Black-owned business. Feel free to email the podcast at mailto:[email protected] or send a message to our Instagram and Facebook pages @biasbender

All the Bias Bender links can be found here (including our new newsletter sign up!):
https://linktr.ee/biasbender

Original music by Adam Westerman. 
Cover art by Michelle Li. 

In this episode we dive into the story of Minnie M. Cox and her career with the USPS. Because we are currently in the middle of so much uncertainty in regards to the future of the USPS, we also are talking about ways in which we can support the USPS together. 



Give us a follow on Instagram at @biasbender and like our facebook page for updates and photos that go along with every episode!

Any and all requests can be sent into those social media platforms, or our email is [email protected]

Music featured in this episode is provided by Adam Westerman. 
Cover art by Michelle Li. 

In this week's episode we are exploring the life and legacy of Septima Clark, a teacher, activist and integral player in the Civil Rights Movement. We are also joined by Kimberly Eckert, an exceptional educator from Louisiana. 

Welcome to the first episode of Bias Bender! This week we'll be talking about the Negro Leagues, the integration of baseball, and the historic pitching career of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson.