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Andrea Harris-Walker leads Bacon Magazine, a platform empowering Black women through impactful stories and features, fostering connection and inspiration within both, the community and culture. Can you share with us the inspiration behind transitioning from an online business coach to founding a nonprofit organization focused on uplifting black women entrepreneurs?The inspiration behind it was just…
Shonda Lewis and Ersula HayGood helm Sticks and Stones Promotions, a dynamic marketing and public relations firm known for its innovative strategies and unwavering commitment to clients. How does Sticks and Stones Promotion utilize its over 30 years of brand and promotion experience to benefit its clients?Ersula: We utilize our 30 years of experience by…
Renowned author and poet Mo Da Poet captivates readers with her evocative prose, offering profound insights into the human experience. Through her literary prowess, she continues to inspire others. How does your poetry reflect the complexities of modern womanhood?My poetry reflects modern-day womanhood on a personal level. Being a copper-toned woman in this era can…
A tremendous talent, Vivica A. Fox is a woman whose reputation and beauty precede her. Her ability to maintain relevance for three decades in an industry that seemingly loses its taste for people, places, and things is nothing short of remarkable. Vivica pivots with ease through every facet and film, from her directorial debut in…
Catherine Tyson-Sewall, a late-life love advocate and author, found love at 50 with a man 25 years her junior after raising three children alone. She passionately shares her journey and strategies for finding love later in life, inspiring others to stay hopeful. As a single mother, Catherine turned her experiences into heartfelt books, including “I’m…
Natasha Alford, a prominent journalist and renowned political analyst, explores her journey of identity and self-discovery as an American Afro-Latina woman in her new memoir, “American Negra.” Let’s start from the beginning. Can you share with us a glimpse of your upbringing in Syracuse, New York, and how it shaped your perspective on identity and…
R&B singer-songwriter Elle Varner, part of the “Listen to Black Women” cast, discusses the project’s significance and the impact of amplifying the voices of Black women in today’s cultural landscape. What motivated your decision to participate in the new season of Listen to Black Women?First of all, anything that says Listen to Black Women, I’m…
Brooklyn native Lore’l, a radio personality and member of the “Listen to Black Women” ensemble, discusses the power, importance and the overall necessity of the voices of Black women in 2024 I’m so excited to talk to you today. What inspired your decision to be a part of Listen to Black Women this season?I was…