In this episode of Afros & Audio's Black History Month interview series, Talib Jasir chats with Isaiah "Zaya" Smith, the creator of the Zaya Show.
They discuss the inspiration behind the podcast, the evolution of its content, and Zaya's innovative methods of incorporating marketing and strategic communication.
Zaya also shares his experiences with collaborations in the podcasting community and their significant impact on personal growth. Furthermore, they delve into the importance of authenticity and establishing a rapport with listeners.
Zaya's future plans include a podcast tour and a new podcast network.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:24 The Journey to Creating the Zaya Show
01:32 Choosing Guests and Topics for the Zaya Show
03:02 Achieving Success and Strategies Used
05:03 Impact of Podcasting on Personal Growth
06:32 Collaboration with Organizations
09:09 Emerging Trends in Podcast Content and Marketing
10:52 The Vision for a Podcast Tour
15:40 The Role of Collaboration in Podcasting
17:26 Finding a Unique Voice in Podcasting
17:30 Finding Authenticity in Podcasting
17:45 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Self-Expression
19:26 Advice for Aspiring Podcasters
20:48 The Art of Storytelling in Podcasts
21:56 Balancing Personal Life and Podcasting
23:35 Future Plans for the Zaya Show
28:24 Shoutouts to Inspirational Podcasts
32:04 Closing Remarks and Appreciation
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DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by guests of Afros & Audio's Black History Month interview series are their own and do not reflect the values, mission, or business of Talib Jasir, Afros & Audio, Black Podcasters Association, Vanguard Podcast Network, or any other names, podcasts, events, businesses, or organizations mentioned in the video or audio of this series unless explicitly stated
