The Black Experience

What does it take to rebuild your life and find purpose after your darkest moment?

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In this episode, rising independent singer Jayla Snow shares her raw journey through addiction, recovery, motherhood, and rediscovering her voice through music. She opens up about moving to the Pacific Northwest, choosing joy daily, and using her story to inspire the next generation to keep going—no matter what.

Jayla Snow Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/jaylasnow_/


Mama Nat's Jerk Spot Jamaican Cuisine:
https://www.instagram.com/mamanatsjerkspot/


TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
5:00 Meet Jayla Snow & her move to the Pacific Northwest
10:48 Music roots, family influence, and creative journey
12:30 Overcoming addiction & discovering her true purpose
17:10 Healthy habits, healing, and using music as therapy
23:40 Community, motherhood, and rebuilding life
30:30 Advice to Gen Z: don’t rush life & choose happiness daily
34:15 Outro

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What if loss could bring clarity instead of fear?

In this powerful Q&A, I sit down with Netta Fei—author, spiritual coach, and founder of True Self Society—to discuss her book The Book of Burnett: 42 Truths for Living Life Well, Fully and Without Regret. Be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT to support the show and join the conversation.

Netta opens up about the inspiration behind the book, the lessons passed down from her late father, the emotional challenges of writing through grief, and the truths that continue to guide how she lives today. This episode is a grounded, honest conversation about legacy, healing, and choosing what truly matters—right now.

Get Her Book Here:
https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Netta-Fei/dp/B0G61XXV68

Netta Fei Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/nettafei/


Netta Fei Substack:
https://substack.com/@nettafei?

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Intro | Live Q&A & Why This Conversation Matters
2:28 – Who Is Netta Fei? Author of The Book of Burnett
6:21 – Honoring Her Father & The Purpose Behind the Book
10:04 – “Don’t Play Yourself Cheap” | Self-Worth & Boundaries
14:57 – “Haste Makes Waste” | Slowing Down With Intention
35:55 – Writing the Book | Lessons, Loss & Channeling Wisdom
47:23 – Marriage, Compatibility & Real Relationship Truths
56:28 – Final Reflections, Where to Buy the Book & Outro


#blackexcellence #podcast #advice

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Is hip-hop really declining—or just evolving?

SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and SHARE this video if you love real conversations about culture, music, and history.

In this 9-minute clip, educator and cultural leader James Miles breaks down the evolution of hip-hop from the 90s to today, East Coast vs West Coast, generational shifts in sound, and why modern hip-hop focuses more on vibe than lyricism. We also unpack how division in the culture affects the Black community and why unity matters more than ever.

Follow James Here:
https://www.instagram.com/fresh_professor/

Full Episode:
https://youtu.be/70jqyWrqQ8Y


#Jamesmiles #hiphop #mumblerap #eastcoastwestcoast 

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What if confidence isn’t something you find—but something you decide?

In this short episode, Safia and Fuego drop real, unfiltered advice for creatives on the come-up: confidence, consistency, execution, and why “no resources” is no longer an excuse in the digital era. 
This conversation is a mindset reset for anyone chasing creative purpose in 2026.

Perfect for photographers, podcasters, designers, entrepreneurs, and anyone building something from the ground up.

Safia Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/safiasofly/
https://www.instagram.com/soflyspotlight/


Fuego Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/fuego_gatsby/


Full Episode:
https://youtu.be/WsFEKKk9pTQ?si=CG6t8mEYEOnJHdfx

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Is modern dating broken—or just misunderstood? 🤔
Hana breaks down dating in 2026, the pressure we put on first dates, and why simplicity might be the real secret. Coffee shops > everything else.

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Follow Hana Here:
https://www.instagram.com/hanatakele21/


Full Episode:
https://youtu.be/DXw-oobvrpI


#moderndating #habesha #ethiopian #eritrean #coffee 

A year of conversations, culture, and unforgettable moments—this is The Best of 2025.

This compilation brings together the most powerful clips, standout guests, and defining conversations from the past year of the podcast. From legacy voices to rising creatives, these moments capture the growth, lessons, and impact that shaped 2025.


Video Editor:
https://www.instagram.com/caleb.bonilla/


Music:
Pixabay.com


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You’re going to fall—but quitting is a choice.

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In this episode, I sit down with Nate Alexander aka Razedebar, a creative designer known for his handmade garment collections and raw creative honesty. We talk about failure, self-doubt, crying as a creator, and why persistence matters more than perfection. This conversation is for anyone building something from nothing and choosing not to quit.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
3:06 Meet Razedebar
8:04 Where Does His Creativity Come From?
13:36 Going Big Without Compromising
18:05 Things Arent What They Seem
20:38 Why Those Close To You Aren't Your Biggest Fans
27:05 Long Term Vision
30:15 "I Can Make Another Baby!"
33:30 Advice To Younger Generation Of Creatives
36:02 Connect With Nate Here/Outro
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Razedebar Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/razedebar/



Razedebar Tiktok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@razedebar253




#CreativeJourney #FashionDesigner #Razedebar

You’re going to fall—but quitting is a choice.

SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, SHARE this episode, and COMMENT below what creative dream you’re refusing to quit on.

In this episode, I sit down with Nate Alexander aka Razedebar, a creative designer known for his handmade garment collections and raw creative honesty. We talk about failure, self-doubt, crying as a creator, and why persistence matters more than perfection. This conversation is for anyone building something from nothing and choosing not to quit.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
3:06 Meet Razedebar
8:04 Where Does His Creativity Come From?
13:36 Going Big Without Compromising
18:05 Things Arent What They Seem
20:38 Why Those Close To You Aren't Your Biggest Fans
27:05 Long Term Vision
30:15 "I Can Make Another Baby!"
33:30 Advice To Younger Generation Of Creatives
36:02 Connect With Nate Here/Outro
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Razedebar Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/razedebar/



Razedebar Tiktok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@razedebar253




#CreativeJourney #FashionDesigner #Razedebar

What happens when you stop chasing viral moments—and start owning who you are?

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I sit down with K Money, a YouTuber, Twitch streamer, and content creator with millions of views, to talk about his rise in content creation, embracing his Ethiopian culture, the viral moment with IShowSpeed, and his advice for Gen-Z creators on how to truly stand out in 2026.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
6:17 Why The PNW?
13:10 Finding Success As A Content Creator
16:51 Crazy Encounters With Fans 
22:05 Hate Comments
27:39 Streamer University
32:59 Goals For 2026
38:49 Advice To Our Generation (Gen-Z) 
42:05 Connect w/KMoney Here/Outro
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#contentcreation #genzcreators #podcastinterview

What really happened behind the most iconic protest in Olympic history?

Before you watch, hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE this episode — this is the kind of story that deserves to reach the whole world.

In this powerful conversation, Dr. John Carlos — the man who raised his fist alongside Tommie Smith at the 1968 Mexico City Games — sits down with The Black Experience Podcast to tell the story most people never learned. We travel through his Harlem upbringing, the courage forged in the Civil Rights era, the pressure of Olympic trials, the global shockwave of the raised-fist protest, and the heavy backlash that followed. Dr. Carlos also opens up about his time in the Canadian Football League, the evolution of activism, and what today’s generation must understand about speaking truth to power.

This isn’t just an interview.
This is a masterclass in conviction, humanity, and legacy — straight from the man who changed the world with a single gesture.

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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
2:21 Who Was Young John Carlos
18:00 Olympics Victory Stand Fist. Was It Planned?
33:19 The OJ Simpson Syndrome
38:50 Olympics Backlash & Carlos Best Year In Track & Field & NFL
46:13 A Wilt Chamberlain Story
50:02 Advice To Today's Generation
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The Race:
https://youtu.be/bWI9raEM1-4?si=62qS0QmM8_g55ucZ


Connect w/Dr.Carlos Here:
https://www.instagram.com/johncarlos1968/




#blackhistory #johncarlos #1968olympics #civilrights #theblackexperiencepodcast