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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Empowering Black Educators Through Podcasting and Wellness | Dr. Asia Lyons

In this episode of Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir speaks with award-winning podcaster, educator, and founder Dr. Asia Lyons about wellness, sustainability, and creative possibility for Black educators. Dr. Lyons shares her journey from classroom...

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Vulnerability, Podcasting, and Knowing When to Let Go – Mike Brown on Creative Evolution

In this episode of Heard Afros Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir opens Season 4 with podcast producer, musician, and creative architect Mike Brown for a conversation about vulnerability, creative sustainability, and knowing when it’s time to let go....

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Vulnerability, Podcasting, and Knowing When to Let Go - Mike Brown on Creative Evolution
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Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series Trailer

This trailer introduces a series created for people who study this medium as much as they love it. Heard sits with indie creators, engineers, editors, producers, and studio owners who built their skill the long way, project by project....

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Philo’s Future Media: Keisha ‘TK’ Dutes on Shaping the Past, Present & Future of Audio

In this episode of Afros & Audio Interview Series, host Talib Jasir engages in an in-depth conversation with Keisha “TK” Dutes, founder of Philo’s Future Media, a seasoned audio producer and storyteller. TK shares her journey from working in…

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Armel Kembe on How Trebble FM is Changing the Editing Game for Content Creators

In this episode of the Heard! Afros & Audio interview series, the host sits down with Armel Kembe, the founder of Trebble FM, to discuss his journey and innovation in the audio space. They explore Armel’s background in software engineering and his…

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Turning Struggles Into Stories: DeMarcus Brewster on Podcasting, Growth & Resilience

In this episode of the Afros and Audio Interview Series, Talib Jasir converses with DeMarcus Brewster, the creator of the Seeking Knowledge podcast. DeMarcus shares insights into what inspired him to start his podcast, how it reflects his personal…

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Curiosity, Authentic Confidence & Podcasting Clarity: K. Wilkes on Finding Your Voice

In this episode of the ‘Heard Afros and Audio’ interview series, host Talib Jasir welcomes Kay Wilkes, the creator of ‘Pondering Thoughts Podcast.’ They discuss her journey from aspiring on-air personality to podcast creator, the diverse career…

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Daniel Douglas on Visual Storytelling: Learning, Teaching & Innovating in Photography & Tech

In this episode, the Talib Jasir interviews Daniel Douglas, a seasoned photographer and podcaster, about his journey and creative evolution. Starting with a photography class at age 13, influenced by personal circumstances, Daniel shares how early…

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Daniel Douglas on Visual Storytelling: Learning, Teaching & Innovating in Photography & Tech
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From 9-to-5 to Boss Podcast Producer: Jasmine Gary on Amplifying Queer & Black Women Voices

In this episode of Heard, Jasmine Gary, founder of Pink Lady Productions, shares her inspiring journey from a job she hated to becoming a full-time podcast producer. Through the mentorship of her high school dance teacher, Jasmine learned the…

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Building Leaders & Legacy: Damien L. Butler on Podcasting, Empowerment & Community

In this episode of Heard! Afros & Audio Interview Series, Damien L. Butler, founder of the Manifest One Empowerment Media Network, discusses his journey and the mission behind his network. Established in 2019, the network focuses on developing…

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