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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Inside Sacrilege: Curse of the Mbirwi | Nyasha Hatendi on Producing Cultural Horror in Audio

In Episode 27 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Nyasha Hatendi to discuss Sacrilege: Curse of the Mbirwi, the Audible Original supernatural thriller set in Zimbabwe. Sacrilege follows an American family whose luxury...

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Inside Sacrilege: Curse of the Mbirwi | Nyasha Hatendi on Producing Cultural Horror in Audio
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Community, Capital & Content Strategy: Denzell Turner on Growing Black Fridays Podcast

In Episode 26 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Denzell Turner, founder and host of the Black Fridays Podcast, to discuss podcast monetization, community wealth, and building a business platform rooted in Detroit...

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Community, Capital & Content Strategy: Denzell Turner on Growing Black Fridays Podcast
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The Secret Life of TK: Burnout, Media Industry Truth & Reclaiming Sovereignty in Audio Storytelling

In Episode 25 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Keisha “TK” Dutes to discuss The Secret Life of TK, a narrative podcast exploring burnout, media industry pressure, and creative sovereignty in audio storytelling....

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The Secret Life of TK: Burnout, Media Industry Truth & Reclaiming Sovereignty in Audio Storytelling
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From BlogTalk Radio to PGC Media: Leo Ra’Chel on Authenticity, Culture & Long-Term Impact

In Episode 24 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Leo Ra’Chel to explore her journey from BlogTalk Radio in 2011 to building PGC Media (Phat Girl Chronicles), a podcast network grounded in authenticity,...

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From BlogTalk Radio to PGC Media: Leo Ra'Chel on Authenticity, Culture & Long-Term Impact
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Anime for Your Ears: Ambie Winner Aaron David Harris on Worldbuilding & Fiction Podcasting

In Episode 23 of the Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir sits with Aaron David Harris, Ambie Award–winning audio drama creator and producer of the fiction podcast Tales of Fists & Fireballs. Aaron’s series blends martial arts,...

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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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