Podcasts to Listen to During Black History Month

Podcasts to Listen to During Black History Month

During Black History Month (and even after it’s over) listening to a podcast is one of the best ways to honor and learn about some of the past or continuing struggles African Americans have had to deal with. So whether it’s learning about Black women’s mental health or listening to a first hand experience of some of the most monumental moments in Black history, take some time to try these podcasts!

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NATAL
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and Google

This narrative podcast talks about what it’s like having a baby while being Black in the United States. Not only does each episode talk about facts and statistics about Black maternal health, but listeners will also be able to hear true stories from parents about their pregnancies and their postpartum journey.

The Brown Girl’s Guide to Politics
Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

In 2018, A’shanti F. Gholar realized there was nowhere for women of color to turn to get advice about getting involved in politics, or receive political news that impacts them. This is the reason why she created The Brown Girl’s Guide to Politics podcast. Each episode, you will listen to politicians, candidates or influencers give advice and resources that women of color want to know.

GirlTrek’s Black History Bootcamp Podcast
Available on Apple Podcasts, Google, Audible and Spotify

GirlTrek, a public health nonprofit for African-American women and girls in the United States, encourages women to use walking as a way to inspire healthy living and now you can even listen to their podcast to help you get some daily exercise! This 21-day walking meditation series talks about Black stories and the lessons of ancestors to help listeners get through any uncertain times.

The Nod
Available on Spotify

Listen to stories of Black life that you probably haven’t heard before with The Nod! Hosts Brittany Luse and Eric Eddings discuss stories about Black life that are both educational and fun to listen to. From a discussion about T Pain’s auto tuned music to an interview with the basketball player who started the conversation about paying NCAA players, there is an episode that will appeal to everyone!

Code Switch
Available on Apple Podcasts, Google and Spotify

Hosted by journalists of color, Code Switch talks about how race has impacted and affected every part of society. While tackling this subject with empathy and humor, this podcast makes everyone part of the conversation and discusses diverse topics such as how to talk to your kids about race and the double edged sword about being a Black first.

Dear Culture
Available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify

Hosted by theGrio’s Shana Pinnock and Gerren Keith Gaynor, Dear Culture talks about current issues that are affecting millennial Black America. From topics like uplifting the black community to getting used to the new normal after the Covid-19 pandemic, this podcast discusses every topic that you can think of and more.

Therapy for Black Girls
Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify

This mental health podcast is hosted by licensed psychologist Dr. Joy Harden Bradford and talks about mental health topics that are relevant to Black women. What makes this podcast both informative and fun to listen to is that Bradford incorporates pop culture to discuss psychological concepts.

Historically Black
Available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify

As part of The Washington Post’s coverage of the Smithsonian’s new National Museum of African American History and Culture, Historically Black had people submit objects that make up their own lived experiences of black history and now bring these objects to life. Through music, interviews and archival sounds, the podcasts develop a story about the background of this object and why it is an important part of history.

Witness Black History
Available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Not only is Witness Black History a popular educational podcast, but it is also one a shorter podcast, making it perfect for those who are constantly on the go. Listeners get to learn first hand about certain famous moments in Black history from people who were actually there to witness it.

Intersectionality Matters!
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and SoundCloud

Take learning about Black history to a whole new level! This podcast, hosted by Kimberlé Crenshaw, explores intersectionality through some of the most pressing issues and movements that are happening today. Listeners will have the chance to listen to discussions with leaders in subjects about social movements and politics.

PaleyLand Holiday Experience

Celebrate the holidays at PaleyLand at the Paley Museum, New York's must-visit destination for a holiday adventure, just steps from Rockefeller Center! Our five-floor immersive holiday extravaganza, includes photos with Santa and holiday characters, crafts, giveaways, screenings of classic holiday favorites, hot chocolate, a magical train display, and more. Escape the cold and the crowds, and enjoy our indoor wonderland where families can play, relax, and create timeless memories together in our holiday oasis in the heart of midtown Manhattan. General Admission to PaleyLand is free for children under 12. The holiday extravaganza is open from November 20 &ndash; January 5 at the Paley Museum, 25 W 52 Street, NYC. Paley Members enjoy free access. Come to PaleyLand again and again to see all your favorite characters and screenings. After just one visit, membership pays for itself! &nbsp;

Explore MetroWest Boston

<h1>Turn Whining into Winning in MetroWest Boston</h1> From beer gardens to corn mazes, state parks to beautiful art, MetroWest Boston is a great destination for a weekend trip! Enjoy <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/get-outside/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-state-park-61a91acef30b531a665ab64d">Hopkinton State Park</a>&rsquo;s gorgeous foliage while kayaking on the lake or hiking, mountain biking, or snowshoeing on the amazing trails. In the evening, catch a play, musical, concert, art exhibition, dance performance, or immersive theatrical event at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=hopkinton-center-for-the-arts-63c03d7e0d792d753263b4d1">Hopkinton Center for the Arts</a>. Get a great night&rsquo;s sleep at one of the region&rsquo;s hotels, such as <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=the-verve-hotel-boston-natick-tapestry-collection-by-hilton-61aa4790f30b531a666119e4">The VERVE</a>, with its fun and funky pop art d&eacute;cor, or <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=aloft-framingham-6216279ccc891d1d0862c8c2">Aloft</a> with their pool tables and lobby games. In the morning, visit the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=danforth-art-school-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d90">Danforth Art Museum</a>, a jewel box housing 3,500+ artworks from three centuries, including groundbreaking sculptures depicting the African and African American experience by Meta Vaux Warrick Fuller. Cross the street to the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=framingham-history-center-61a8e11cf30b531a66592d92">Framingham History Center</a> to explore their new multilingual exhibit that traces the city&rsquo;s immigration story, from those fleeing the 1690s Salem Witch trials, to the Irish and Italian influx in the 1800-1900s, to the current migration of Brazilians. &ldquo;Framingham&rsquo;s Collective Journeys&rdquo; includes oral histories, interactives, and artifacts. No visit to Framingham is complete without stopping at legendary <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/eat/?imgoing-place=jacks-abby-craft-lagers-61a8e11cf30b531a66592da0">Jack&rsquo;s Abby Craft Lagers</a>, one of 17 breweries in MetroWest, where you can enjoy a flight with a schnitzel sandwich or their famous Framinghamburger. Afterwards, spend a few hours at <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/activities/?imgoing-place=level99-64a8389c51f92a351a6a3f06">Level99</a> testing each other with 50+ mental and physical escape rooms and challenges. The next day, tour the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/where-to-stay/?imgoing-place=longfellows-wayside-inn-61aa7aa3f30b531a66621f57">Wayside Inn</a>. The oldest inn in America&rsquo;s 100-acre property includes the Old Barn, now a farm stand with displays of antique farming tools, the historic Grist Mill, and beautiful grounds containing the Longfellow Memorial Garden, the Redstone Schoolhouse from the poem &ldquo;Mary Had a Little Lamb&rdquo;, the Martha-Mary Chapel, and Josephine's Pond for fishing. Stay for a delicious gourmet meal in their historic dining room. Spend the afternoon at the <a href="https://www.metrowestvisitors.org/culture/?imgoing-place=american-heritage-museum-61a92852f30b531a665b17bf">American Heritage Museum</a>. Start your tour in the depths of a WWI trench listening to a nurse&rsquo;s first-hand account from the Western Front while bombs explode above you and the floor begins to shake. This extraordinary museum features one-of-a-kind historic aircraft, tanks, cars and rare relics from the Revolutionary War to today, in immersive exhibits and living history events. Afterwards, wander the charming shops and boutiques of downtown Hudson. <h3>MetroWest Boston offers these and many other attractions, activities and events for the whole family!</h3>

USC Gymnastics & Baseball Training Facility

We offer sports activities, after school programs, birthday parties &amp; private lessons for kids ages 3&ndash;13 years! Our gymnastics classes are a great way to keep your child active and healthy. We strive to empower and challenge children through the sport of gymnastics.