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Akilah HughesHost of “What A Day” podcast; Author of OBVIOUSLY: Stories from my TimelineAkilah Hughes is a writer, comedian and podcast host, currently residing in Brooklyn, NY.
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Ani DiFrancoFolk/Punk icon and founder of Righteous BabeWidely considered a feminist icon, Grammy winner Ani DiFranco is the mother of the DIY movement, being one of the…
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Blair ImaniCreator of Smarter in Seconds and bestselling author of Read This to Get SmarterBlair Imani is a critically acclaimed historian, author, educator, and influencer. Her scholarship spans the subjects of intersectionality, gender studies,…
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CommonGrammy, Oscar and Golden Globe winning musicianAcademy Award, Golden Globe, Emmy and Grammy-winning artist, actor and activist, Common continues to break down barriers with a multitude…
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DessaDoomtree Rapper and AuthorDessa fell in love with language as a toddler—and she just never got over it. Coming up in Minneapolis, she…
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Donna HyltonAuthor, “A Little Piece of Light”Donna Hylton has been deeply involved in movements for social justice around the country. She draws upon her experience imprisoned in…
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Dr. Courtney TracyThe Truth Doctor; Author of "Your Unconscious Is Showing"Dr. Courtney Tracy (aka The Truth Doctor) is a psychotherapist, founder, author, and one of the first mental health professionals…
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Dr. Mahalia HinesEducator, Retired Principal, Author, and Co-Founder of Common Ground FoundationDr. Mahalia A. Hines is known as a “force of nature” in education circles around the country. With more than…
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Ernest OwensAward-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC.Ernest Owens is an award-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC. He is the President of the Philadelphia…
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Frederick JosephNew York Times Bestselling Author of “The Black Friend”Frederick Joseph is an award-winning, three-time New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of books including The Black Friend,…
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Glory EdimFounder, “Well-Read Black Girl”Glory Edim is the founder of Well-Read Black Girl, a Brooklyn-based book club and online community that celebrates the uniqueness…
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Jan BrobergSubject of Netflix documentary “Abducted in Plain Sight”Jan Broberg is an actress, singer and dancer who has appeared in more than two dozen feature films, numerous television…
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Jeff CohenAuthor, “The Dealmaker’s Ten Commandments: Ten Essential Tools for Business Forged in the Trenches of Hollywood”Jeff co-founded Cohen Gardner LLP in 2002 and focuses on transactional representation for clients in the entertainment, media, and technology…
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Jeffrey MarshNonbinary, genderfluid author of “How To Be You”.Jeffrey Marsh’s TikToks and compassionate short-form videos have over one billion views. Jeffrey is a bestselling author, viral TikTok and…
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Jeni BrittonEntrepreneur • Bestselling Author • Founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams & Floura -
Jeremy SteeleThe Skeptic PastorJeremy Steele is a queer pastor and one of the most followed progressive faith voices online, with nearly a million…
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John MoeAuthor and Host of “The Hilarious World of Depression”John Moe asks a lot of questions, writes about things that fascinate him, and speaks into microphones.
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Kaelynn PartlowNetflix’s “Love On the Spectrum”; Author of “Life On The Bridge”Kaelynn Partlow is an autistic therapist, public speaker, content creator, and author of Life on the Bridge. She shares autism…
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Lux AlptraumAuthor, “Faking It: The Lies Women Tell About Sex – And The Truths They Reveal”Lux Alptraum is a writer, producer, and consultant whose smart commentary has been featured in publications including The New York Times, New…
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Michael ArceneauxAuthor of “I Don’t Want To Die Poor” and “I Can’t Date Jesus”Michael Arceneaux is the New York Times bestselling author of I Can’t Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race, and Other…
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Michael Ian BlackAuthor of “A Better Man”Michael Ian Black is an actor, comedian, screenwriter and author who co-founded the legendary sketch comedy group, The State. He…
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Parker MolloySenior Editor at Media Matters for America and UpworthyParker Molloy is a writer whose work has appeared in places like The Guardian, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, The Daily Beast, VICE, and The…
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Sara BenincasaMental Health Writer and Author of “Agorafabulous” and “Real Artists Have Day Jobs”Sara Benincasa is the author of REAL ARTISTS HAVE DAY JOBS (William Morrow 2016), D.C. TRIP (Adaptive Books 2015), GREAT…
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Tegan and SaraIconic pop/folk duo and LGBTQIA+ trailblazersIn 1995, at the height of grunge music, 15-year-old twin sisters Tegan and Sara Quin started their first band in…
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Review: Jeni’s Bridgerton Ice Creams Are Worthy Of The Fanciest Regency BallHas the impending release of Season 4 of "Bridgerton" got you all in a tizzy? We're mere days from the launch, and "Bridgerton" itch begs to be scratched, but rewatching the…
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Candiace Dillard Bassett and Michael Arceneaux Team Up for New Podcast Undomesticated (Exclusive)The new weekly podcast from the 'Real Housewives of Potomac' alum and 'New York Times' bestselling author launches Oct. 1
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Author explores role of land ownership in poverty among Americans of color
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Making a Home on Black-Owned LandIn her new book, ‘Rooted,’ Brea Baker unpacks the legacy of land theft in America. But first, a visit to her own backyard.
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Ani DiFranco on Broadway? She’s still wrapping her head around it.The beloved singer-songwriter is making her acting debut in ‘Hadestown,’ in a role she played on the original concept album.
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An Interview with Haley Moss, J.D. ‘18The Miami Law alumna is an educator, speaker, artist, and author who advocates for individuals with disabilities and promotes awareness of neurodiversity.
