Heard!: Afros & Audio Interview Series with Talib Jasir

“Heard!”, hosted by Talib Jasir — visionary founder of Afros & Audio — is a key platform spotlighting the legacy and contributions of Black professionals in podcasting and audio. Join Talib as he engages with Black podcasters, audio creators, and industry experts, delivering essential insights and forward-thinking perspectives on the future of podcasting.
“Heard!” is where indie creativity meets industry expertise. Each episode offers actionable advice, explores emerging trends, and uncovers real opportunities for growth in the podcasting space. Whether it's mastering audio storytelling or leveraging the latest podcasting tech, you'll find practical takeaways to enhance your craft.

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Building a Home for Podcast Creators | Angel Livas on 4 Years of Alive Podcast Network

In Episode 22 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Angel Livas, Founder and Owner of Alive Podcast Network, on the 4-Year Anniversary of the network’s launch. Alive Podcast Network was built to create...

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Building a Home for Podcast Creators | Angel Livas on 4 Years of Alive Podcast Network
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Media Credibility, Cultural Commentary & Multimedia Longevity with Mike Sargent

In Episode 21 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Mike Sargent to explore media credibility, cultural commentary, and building longevity across film, radio, television, and podcasting. Mike is an award-winning cultural critic, filmmaker,...

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Media Credibility, Cultural Commentary & Multimedia Longevity with Mike Sargent
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Cultural Bridges, Global Storytelling & Creative Sovereignty with Toni Blackman

In Episode 20 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Toni Blackman to explore cultural bridges, global storytelling, and creative sovereignty through music and media. Toni shares the vision behind her upcoming podcast TOALA,...

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Cultural Bridges, Global Storytelling & Creative Sovereignty with Toni Blackman
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The Power of Comfort TV: Eteng Ettah on Media, Nostalgia & Building Your Own Cultural Ecosystem

In Episode 19 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Eteng Ettah, host of Consider This for Comfort, a podcast exploring comfort TV, media literacy, and cultural commentary. Why do certain television shows become...

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The Power of Comfort TV: Eteng Ettah on Media, Nostalgia & Building Your Own Cultural Ecosystem
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What Is a Black Podcast? | Dr. Briana Barner on Black Podcast Studies & Cultural Preservation

In Episode 18 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir speaks with Dr. Briana Barner, Assistant Professor of Communication at the University of Maryland and creator of the Black Podcast course. What is a Black podcast?...

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What Is a Black Podcast? | Dr. Briana Barner on Black Podcast Studies & Cultural Preservation
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Who Owns Your Voice? AI, Consent & Digital Rights for Creators | Minista Jazz

In this episode of Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir sits down with Minista Jazz, founder of Much Different World, to examine voice ownership, consent, and intellectual property in the age of artificial intelligence. Minista shares...

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Who Owns Your Voice? AI, Consent & Digital Rights for Creators | Minista Jazz
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Narrative Clarity for Creators: Christabel Nsiah-Buadi on Audience Growth & Editorial Authority

In this episode of Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir sits down with Christabel Nsiah-Buadi, founder of Your Podcast Pipeline and executive editorial strategist, to discuss narrative clarity, audience development, and building sustainable podcast ecosystems. Christabel...

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Narrative Clarity for Creators: Christabel Nsiah-Buadi on Audience Growth & Editorial Authority
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From Black Bookstore to Podcast Network: Derrick Young on Access, Pride & Community Power

In this episode of Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir sits down with Derrick Young, co-founder of MahoganyBooks, to discuss Black literature, media ownership, book bans, and building a lasting cultural institution. Mahogany Books began as...

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From Black Bookstore to Podcast Network: Derrick Young on Access, Pride & Community Power
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Brandon Collins on Drunk Black History, Comedy, and Building a Live Podcast Audience

Brandon Collins on Drunk Black History, Comedy, and Building a Live Podcast Audience | Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series – Season 4 In this episode of Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir sits down with...

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Brandon Collins on Drunk Black History, Comedy, and Building a Live Podcast Audience
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Building Community Through Podcasting | Sista Brunch on Culture, Sisterhood & Storytelling

In Episode 13 of Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir speaks with Fanshen Cox, Charlie T. Savage, and Ashanti Groves, the creators of Sista Brunch to explore how intentional conversation builds community through podcasting. This episode...

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Building Community Through Podcasting | Sista Brunch on Culture, Sisterhood & Storytelling
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