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Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™REPLAY - Pride in Being Black and Gay with Erick Taylor Woodby(Original Air Date: 20 June 2023) Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's creator, host, and producer Erick Taylor Woodby is interviewed by Gamal 'G' Turawa, an ED&I facilitator, transformational storyteller, and the protagonist in the 2022 BAFTA-wining documentary, The Black Cop. Erick shares about his pride in being a Black gay American writer, podcast producer, and digital nomad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-04-0250 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 97 - Alle Eriksson, Swedish Publisher at Nypon och Vilja förlagAlle Eriksson is a Swedish publisher at Nypon och Vilja förlag. Alle’s credentials include owning a bookstore and publishing company and being a librarian for the city of Stockholm. They were also part of starting an LGBT+ youth space in Stockholm. In early 2024, Alle was on the Nordic Council’s Youth Literature Prize committee. It’s an award for works of fiction written in the Nordic languages of Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Icelandic, and Faroese. Intersectionality has been an important component throughout Alle’s professional career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-2039 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 96 - Eric Yassine, British-based Ivorian Director of Yassine Consulting LimitedEric Yassine is the British-based Ivorian director of Yassine Consulting Limited. With over 10 years of experience analysing operational & financial business processes in different companies across various sectors in Europe, Africa & the Middle East, Eric’s expertise includes Internal Control Framework (COSO) & Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) implementation, documentation & testing of controls. Eric and I met in December 2022 at a Black Men’s professional networking event in London organised by Episode 23's Gamal ‘G’ Turawa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-11-0641 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 95 - Topher Campbell, British Filmmaker, Artist, and WriterTopher Campbell is a British filmmaker, artist, and writer whose career spans film, theatre, education, and consultancy. Much of his work centres on sexuality, masculinity, race, human rights, and climate change. Some of Topher’s works include his 1995 film, The Homecoming: A Short Film About Ajamu. Topher and Ajamu X are the founders of rukus! Federation Limited, a Black LGBT cultural archive comprising collected diaries, letters, magazines, and other black British queer media. Topher’s other projects include 2018’s short film, FETISH, the 2022 documentary, Moments That Shaped: Queer Black Britain and his installation at London’s Tate Modern. Hosted on Acast...2024-10-2333 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 94 - JAKE Small, American Researcher, Keynote Speaker, Non-Profit Leader, and PoetJAKE Small is an American researcher, non-profit leader, advocate, keynote speaker, DEI workshop facilitator, and poet. JAKE supports professionals at every level of seniority and companies across every industry. He’s also about advancing the education equity of Black boys in the United States. In May 2024, JAKE published his collection of poems titled FOR EVERY BLACK BOY. I didn’t just read the collection; I absorbed it. JAKE shares about his professional journey, and how he uses his credentials and experiences to embrace who he is and encourage others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-0952 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 93 - George M. Johnson, American Emmy-nomimated and New York Times Bestselling AuthorGeorge M. Johnson is an American Emmy-nominated, award-winning, New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and activist known for 2021’s We Are Not Broken and 2020’s bestselling memoir manifesto All Boys Aren’t Blue. Their new book is titled, Flamboyants: The Queer Harlem Renaissance I Wish I'd Known. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-0236 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 92 - On The Panel Series with Prince Beasley, Kaecy, and Edward D. Lathan IVThe bimonthly On The Panel series is back with the topic, “Black Queer Citizens in the Workplace”. Thank you to Episode 8’s Prince Beasley (United States), Episode 28’s Edward D. Lathan IV (United States), and Episode 50’s Kaecy (South Africa) for sharing their insights on what being an out Black queer citizen in the workplace means to them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-2545 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 91 - Mike Henderson, American Founder and CEO of B.A.G. TravelMike Henderson is the American founder and CEO of B.A.G. Travel, “a premier group travel consulting firm specialising in crafting immersive and transformative travel experiences.” In 2022, it was selected by New World Report 2022 Awards as Best Emerging Travel Agency - California. With over 20 years of expertise in the travel industry, and a background in urban planning, Mike is dedicated to helping travellers explore the world in meaningful ways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-1135 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 90 - Steven Kabuye, Canadian-based Ugandan LGBTQ+ ActivistSteven Kabuye is a Canadian-based Ugandan LGBTQ+ activist. Thank you to Episode 61’s Russell Brooks for connecting us. Steven is the Executive Director of Coloured Voices Media Foundation, a youth-led organisation advocating for and promoting the human rights, health, and socioeconomic well-being of LGBTQ+ citizens. He's also the recipient of the 2024 Troy Perry Medal of Pride, an award honouring “fearless LGBTQ+ young people & community leaders who are making an impact through social & spiritual activism.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-08-2842 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 89 - Paul Jerome, Haitian-American Actor, Writer, Director, and ProducerPaul Jerome is a Haitian-American actor, writer, director, and producer, whose career spans theatre, television, and film. As an actor, his credits include roles in ABC's Sister, Sister, The Drew Carey Show, and Spin City. He's also been on FOX's 9-1-1 and Boston Public, BET's Twenties, and The DL Chronicles. The gay-themed LOGO series created by filmmakers Quincy LeNear and Deondray Gossfield. As a writer and producer, Paul has worked on shows like The Big Dick Mike Show and B-Boy Bear. One of his more recent projects includes the film, Maxie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2024-08-1439 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 88 - Zarah Hilliard, American Surrogate for SurrogateFirstZarah Hilliard is an American surrogate for SurrogateFirst, a team made up of surrogates and potential parents in ten U.S. states and Asia. Their mission is to make “…the surrogacy journey as smooth, safe and stress-free as possible for everyone involved.” Since she was young, Zarah has searched for ways to positively impact others. She is enrolled at Pikes Peak State College in Colorado Springs, Colorado, to become a labour and delivery nurse. Zarah has been on one surrogacy journey and is preparing for a second one. She’s someone committed to blessing others with the miracle of joy and life...2024-07-3132 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 87 - Dr. Maurice Franklin, American CEO and President of Franklin Management ConsultingDr. Maurice Franklin is a Public Policy and Public Administration Adjunct Professor California State University, Northridge, and CEO and President of Franklin Management Consulting, lecturing and consulting on organisational sustainability and organisational development strategies throughout the United States. His career includes senior management roles within legacy African American non-profit organisations like Manhattan’s Community Board 10, the Second Vice-President of the Harlem Hospital Community Advisory Board, a Board member of the Prince Hall Medical Foundation, and the Chair of Health and Wellness for the founding Chapter of One Hundred Black Men in Harlem. He’s also a community advisor to the City...2024-07-1746 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 86 - On The Panel Series with Byron Adu, Lennox Benson, and George KachimangaOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's bimonthly On The Panel series returns with the topic, “What Does Pride Mean to Me?” Thank you to Episode 63’s Byron Adu (Australia), Episode 12’s Lennox Benson (UK), and Episode 57’s George Kachimanga (Malawi) for returning and sharing their insights on what being an out Black queer citizen means to them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-0340 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 85 - My Digital Nomad Journey with Erick Taylor WoodbyThis episode debuts the first in the My Digital Nomad Journey series. I share about my life as a Black gay American living abroad since October 2019 as a writer and podcast host and producer. Thank you to all who encourage me to see, celebrate, and embrace who I am. As the creator, host, and producer of Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast, I highlight a population often overlooked by mainstream LGBTQ+ and Black media outlets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-1929 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 84 - Rugare Gomo, Australian-based Zimbabwean Keynote Speaker, Life & Business Coach, and AuthorRugare Gomo is an Australian-based Zimbabwean keynote speaker, life and business coach, and the author of Dreams: Forging My Own Path. Rugare honours and celebrates who he is as a Black gay man and encourages others to do the same. He shares how he lives his life authentically as a son, husband, friend, and motivational entrepreneur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-0549 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 83 - Ajamu X, British Photographer, Archivist, Curator, and Sex ActivistAjamu X is a British international fine arts photographer, archivist, curator, and sex activist. His work explores same-sex desire and the Black male body. Ajamu's exhibitions have been shown in museums, galleries, and alternative spaces in Brazil, Canada, South Africa, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and other countries. He takes ownership of Black queer sexuality, using his camera to showcase our wants, needs, and desires. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-05-2246 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 82 - Charles Reese, American Actor, Writer, Producer, and Public SpeakerCharles Reese is an American actor, writer, producer, public speaker, and the founder of Teeth and Eyes Communications, LLC. Thank you to Frederick Johnson for connecting us. One of Charles’ most critically acclaimed roles is as American writer, playwright, and activist James Baldwin in the Off-Broadway production of James Baldwin: A Soul on Fire.Through his advocacy and promotion of James Baldwin and his works, Charles earned the 2021 Medal of Honour Recipient from In The Meantime, a Los Angeles-based organisation that enriches, empowers, and extends the lives of intergenerational Black men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...2024-05-0845 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 81 - Season 4 Premieres with the "On The Panel" Bimonthly SeriesSeason 4 debuts with Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's first episode of the new bimonthly On The Panel series. Where guests return to join me and sometimes others to share their insights and experiences on various topics. For this discussion, I’m joined by Episode 63’s Byron Adu from Australia, Episode 12’s Lennox Benson from the UK, and Ep. 57’s George Kachimanga from Malawi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-2449 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™REPLAY - Pride in Being Black and Gay with Erick Taylor Woodby(Original Air Date: 21 June 2023) Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's creator, host, and producer Erick Taylor Woodby is interviewed by Gamal 'G' Turawa, an ED&I facilitator, transformational storyteller, and the protagonist in the 2022 BAFTA-wining documentary, The Black Cop. Erick shares his pride in being a Black gay American writer, podcast producer, and digital nomad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-1050 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 79 - Andrew Michél Thomas, German-Based Canadian Researcher and ScholarAndrew Michél Thomas is a German-based Afro-Jamaican-Haitian-Canadian researcher and English-language teacher and intercultural trainer. His work centers on queer men and persons in Afro-diaspora communities in Germany and Europe, with a focus on the city of Berlin. This includes how “…mutuality of place, identity, and self shape belonging, inclusion, place bond, or attachment to a place…” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-03-2735 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 78 - Phineas Newborn III, American Actor, Dancer, Choreographer, and ProducerPhineas Newborn III is an actor, dancer, choreographer, and producer whose career highlights include the 1984 breakdancing-themed film Breakin’ and the Broadway musicals Cats, Ragtime, and Aida. He's also been featured in films Girls Just Want to Have Fun and the television series Fame. As a dance instructor, he's taught in Germany, France, England, Sweden, Japan, New Zealand, Canada and the United States. Phineas has choreographed and performed with Gladys Knight, James Brown, Prince, Jasmine Guy, Paula Abdul, Seal, and Lenny Kravitz, to name a few. Thank you to Gamal ‘G’ Turawa for connecting us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...2024-03-1350 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 77 - Dr. Julius J. Johnson-Weaver, Founder and Chief Physician of Resolve MD and RMD ProudDr. Julius J. Johnson-Weaver is the founder and chief physician of Resolve MD, a primary care medical practice. Led by Dr. Johnson-Weaver, a transgender, non-binary physician, RMD Proud is Resolve MD's gender-affirming care program that provides gender-affirming hormonal treatment for transgender and gender-expansive individuals. Dr. Johnson-Weaver is a medical professional and community member outspoken against racism, sexism, homophobia, and negativity against transgender and gender-diverse people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-2846 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 76 - Dennis L. Carney, British Therapist, Facilitator, Activist, and Founder of Black ConnectionDennis L. Carney is a British therapist, facilitator, and activist with over 25 years of experience developing and facilitating a diverse range of courses exploring themes around sexual and mental health, identity, equality, diversity & inclusion. He's the founder and chair of Black Connection, a UK-wide social network for Black queer men over 50. Additionally, Dennis is an advisory board member for EBANMAN, a publication showcasing the professional lifestyles of mature Black queer men within business, travel, and arts & entertainment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-1447 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 75 - Pax Ahimsa Gethen, American Transgender Vegan Pacifist, Blogger, and Wikipedia Volunteer EditorPax Ahimsa Gethen is an American transgender vegan atheist, pacifist, blogger, photographer, and Wikipedia volunteer editor. In August 2023, Pax was awarded Wikipedia’s 2023 Media Contributor of the Year. Through their blog site, funcrunch.org, Pax is a dedicated advocate for marginalized communities, highlighting transgender and Black social justice causes and cultural milestones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-3140 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 74 - Marc Thompson, British Director of The Love Tank and Co-Founder of PrEPsterWith over 30 years of activism, Marc Thompson is one of Britain’s leading HIV and Black queer men’s health campaigners. He's the Director of The Love Tank and co-founder of PrEPster, which “seeks to educate and agitate for PrEP access in England and beyond.” Marc has co-founded other organizations like BlkOutUK and Black and Gay Back in the Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-1741 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 73 - Ruele Okeyo, Kenyan Activist and Director of Kenneth and Jacob's HouseRuele Okeyo is a Kenyan human rights defender, HIV champion, and the U=U ambassador in Kenya for the African Forum. U=U stands for Undectable mean Untransmittable. Ruele is the Director of Kenneth and Jacob's House, an organization offering “temporary transitional housing and care, safety and protection, psychosocial support, advocacy, and social life skills for LGBTQ runaways and homeless youth in Kenya.” He's also the creator and host of the podcast, Sex-Ed By Ruele-ations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-0333 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 72 - Krylios, Jamaican Author, Playwright, Performer, and ProducerKrylios is a Jamaican author, playwright, and emcee, moderator, and producer for Team Rayceen Productions. He's also the founder and creative director itsKrylios Kreations. Krylios is the author of the 2022 anthology, Fears, Fantasies and Freedom, which “…explores power, passion, perseverance, love, loss, laughter, magic, mayhem, madness, and what it truly means to find your freedom.” He joins me to share his journey as a Black queer creative professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-2046 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 71 - Chris Caldwell, American Digital Nomad and Co-Founder of Obsidian Wine RetreatsChris Caldwell is an American wine ambassador, global digital nomad, and co-founder of Obsidian Wine Retreats in Cape Town, South Africa. We met in Cape Town during my three-month visit to South Africa. Chris shares about his journey as a Black gay digital nomad and entrepreneur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0643 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™REPLAY - My Digital Nomad Journey in EuropeRecorded in October 2022 in Bath, England, My Digital Nomad Journey in Europe (originally Ep. 41) is about Erick Taylor Woodby's travels to Swedish cities like Stockholm, Malmö, and Uppsala. And the British locales of Bath, Brighton, Liverpool, London, Southampton, and Winchester. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-2137 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 69 - Palmira Koukkari Mbenga, Swedish Script Editor, Journalist, and ActorPalmira Koukkari Mbenga is a Swedish journalist, actor, and script editor for Nexiko who worked on Season 3 of the Netflix series Young Royals. Previously, Palmira was with Sveriges Radio as a correspondent portraying young people's issues around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-0843 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 68 - Reverend Jide Macaulay, British-Nigerian Anglican PriestReverend Jide Macaulay is a British-Nigerian LGBTQ rights activist and ordained Anglican priest with the Church of England. Reverend Jide is also a speaker, author, poet, and founder of the House of Rainbow, a non-governmental organization (NGO) “fostering relationships and creating a safe community for Black, Asian Minority LGBTIQ+ individuals and allies.” Reverend Jide is committed to and passionate about moving the needle forward for LGBTIQ+ citizens to live and celebrate who we are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-2545 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 67 - Reflections on My 3-month Stay in Cape Town, South AfricaI share with Gamal 'G' Turawa about my three-month stay in Cape Town, South Africa. Which included a 4-day visit to Johannesburg. Where I got to meet Kaecy, the podcast's Ep. 55 guest. Thank you to G for suggesting I speak about my experiences, feelings, and takeaways. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1146 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 66 - Juliany Taveras, American Playwright, Artist, and FacilitatorJuliany Taveras is an American playwright, artist, and facilitator. Their plays include YAELIS, The Anatomy of Light, and the 2023 fall production of Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress at the Children's Theatre Company in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The story is adapted from Christine Baldacchino and Isabelle Malenfant children’s book of the same name. From Ayití Bohio (Dominican Republic) by way of Lenapehoking (New York City), Juilany's work centers around the lives of the Afro/Indigenous and queer/trans diasporas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-2742 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 65 - Rob Berkeley, British Founder and Managing Editor of BlkOutUK.comRob Berkeley is the founder and managing editor at BlkOutUK.com, “a not-for-profit social enterprise run and owned by a volunteer collective of black gay men.” He's also a writer who contributed to the 2014 anthology Black and Gay in the UK. His story is titled The Brotherhood Dilemma. Described as an educationalist with interests in media, creativity, and the arts, Rob has a desire to disrupt power dynamics for the betterment of those on the margins of society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1336 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 64 - Paulo Saka, Swedish Senior Content Programming Manager at SpotifyPaulo Saka is a Swedish senior content programming manager at Spotify. He’s also a writer for Krull Magazine, “a creative digital platform and the preeminent lifestyle publication for black culture in Stockholm, Sweden.” Paulo is a dynamic and engaging individual who shares who he is as a Black queer Swedish professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-3039 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 63 - Byron Adu, Australian Senior Policy and Project OfficerByron Adu is an Australian senior policy and project officer for a governmental agency in Melbourne. Originally from Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia, Byron and his sister were contestants on season two of Hunted Australia, a reality television series based on the British series of the same name. He’s also the founder of Every Minority, “a platform to share and showcase the diverse stories and experiences of people in Australia, with a particular focus on LGBTIQ + POC communities.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-1645 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 62 - Antoine Craigwell, American President and CEO of DBGM, Inc.Antoine Craigwell is the President and CEO of DBGM, Inc., an organization “dedicated to recognizing, articulating and highlighting LGBTQIA+ Black and people of color in the African Diaspora and their mental health needs.” This past June 2023, Mental Health America presented Antoine with the Clifford W. Beers Award, an honor presented annually to an individual who best exemplifies the examples set by MHA founder Clifford W. Beers, to “improve conditions for, and attitudes toward, people living with mental health conditions.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0234 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 61 - Russell Brooks, Montréal-based Canadian Crime NovelistRussell Brooks is a Montréal-based Canadian crime novelist with familial roots in Barbados. And he has the distinction of being my first Canadian guest. Russell is the author of four suspense thrillers which include Pandora’s Succession, Unsavory Delicacies, Chill Run, and The Demeter Code. His most recent is titled Jam Run, Russell’s first Afro-Caribbean LGBTQ-themed crime novel. It's the second in the Eddie Barrow crime novel series. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-1938 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 60 - John-Paul Zaccarini, British Professor of Performing Arts at Stockholm UniversityJohn-Paul Zaccarini is a British Professor of Performing Arts for Bodily and Vocal Practices at Stockholm University in Stockholm, Sweden, and the Project Leader of FutureBrownSpace. John-Paul is a trained dancer and actor who has directed and choreographed circus and theater productions in the UK, Denmark, and Sweden, working with circuses and choreographed aerial dances for The Royal Variety Performance, The Nobel Prize award ceremonies, and Hermès luxury design house. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-0545 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 59 - Pride in Being a Black Gay American Writer and Digital Nomad with Erick Taylor WoodbyOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's creator, host, and producer Erick Taylor Woodby is interviewed by Gamal 'G' Turawa, an ED&I facilitator, transformational storyteller, and the protagonist in the 2022 BAFTA-wining documentary, The Black Cop. Erick shares his pride in being a Black gay American writer and global digital nomad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-2150 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 58 - Ashanti Martinez, Maryland House of Delegates from Prince George's County District 22Ashanti Martinez serves as the first openly LGBTQ+ member of the General Assembly from Prince George’s County District 22 in the Maryland House of Delegates. A graduate of Howard University, a historically Black college in Washington, D.C., Ashanti, shares about this and more as a Black LGBT politician. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-0736 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 57 - George Kachimanga, Malawian Human Rights Advocate and ProgrammerGeorge Kachimanga is a Malawian human rights advocate and programmer. I was connected to George by Victor Chikalogwe, Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's Episode 2 guest. George shares about his career, his advocacy with organizations like Nyasa Rainbow Alliance, and his love of travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-2439 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 56 - Sampson McCormick, American Stand-up Comedian, Screenwriter and Film ProducerSampson McCormick is an American stand-up comedian, writer, screenwriter, film producer, and activist. Through comedy, writing, directing, producing, and his YouTube channel that features the Profiles on Black Gay Love series, Sampson encourages conversations centred around Black gay male life and sexuality. As a gifted and insightful comedian, Sampson has shown throughout his over 20-year career he can excel alongside his straight and non-black contemporaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-1050 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 55 - Kaecy, South African Singer-Songwriter and Recording ArtistSeason 3 debuts with Kaecy, a South African singer-songwriter, performer, and recording artist. Performing since childhood, Kaecy has worked with such artists as Bongi & Collin, TheHasanGreen, and Letang Phumelela. Ditoro was the 1st single from Kaecy’s 2017 debut release titled So Beautiful. And he is a featured singer on the 2022 album We Too Are Called. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-2640 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 54 - Jarrod D. King, American Author and National SpeakerJarrod D. King is a Philadelphia-based American author, national speaker, and co-host of the BoyFriends podcast. Jarrod and his co-hosts share their insights and experiences in relation to friendships and dating. With a focus on creating LGBT characters of color, Jarrod is the author of the 2016 sci-fi fantasy novel titled Pangaea: Unsettled Land, and the 2020 novel The Auctorati. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1245 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 53 - Rasheed Newson, American Executive Producer, Television Drama Writer, and AuthorRasheed Newson is an American executive producer of Peacock's Bel-Air, a television drama writer, and the author of the New York Times notable and New York Times Book Review Editor’s Choice debut novel My Government Means to Kill Me. Rasheed’s other producing and writing credits include Netflix’s Narcos, and Showtime’s The Chi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-2936 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 52 - Rayceen Pendarvis, Washington, D.C. Event Host and Community AdvocateRayceen Pendarvis is an American event host, community advocate, and lifelong Washingtonian. And is known as the High Priestess of Love, the Queen of the Shameless Plug, the Empress of Pride, and the Goddess of DC. Since the 1980s, Rayceen has received many honors, which include Capital Pride Hero in 2016, finalist in The Mayor’s Arts Awards for Excellence in the Humanities in 2017, and being named Local Hero by the Washington Blade in 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-1534 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 51 - The History of Our Black Gay Diaspora PodcastInterviewing over 50 professionals in the entertainment, literary, and other industries, creator and host Erick Taylor Woodby shares what sparked the idea in February 2021 in Stockholm, Sweden, to create a platform showcasing a global population often overlooked by LGBTQ+ and Black media outlets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-0124 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 50 - Delano Burrowes, American Writer, Poet, and ArtistDelano Burrowes is an American writer, poet, artist, and curator who has written for publications like HuffPost. He's from Great Barrington, Massachusetts, the same city as early 20th Century Black American sociologist, socialist, historian, and Pan-Africanist civil rights activist W.E.B. Du Bois. Delano's also co-founder of The Blackyard Collective NYC. He shares what motivates him to embrace who he is while encouraging others to do the same. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-1550 min
Lets Talk About Us With UcheLet's Talk About Black Queer/LGBTQ Issues | With Erick Taylor WoodbyOn Today’s Episode…
I was joined by Mr. Erick Taylor Woodby, the host and producer of Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast. We discuss issues surrounding the Black Queer/LGBTQ collective, and share some insights on navigating through challenges within the community and the world at large
Let’s talk about us!
LINKS:
Erick’s Website: https://www.ericktaylorwoodby.com/
Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast, Episode 44 Ft. Uche: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ZYkK7yBOqAOhcn7oyctvN
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2023-02-1245 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 49 - Adé Adeniji, Dutch-based British Consultant and FacilitatorAdé Adeniji is a Dutch-based British consultant, coach, trainer, investigator, and mediator. With an academic background in employment law, Adé has over 20 years of experience in Human Resources in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. He’s also the co-founder of The Quest Collective C.I.C, a group supporting gay, bisexual, and queer men. Additionally, Adé the founder and director of Walk With You Coaching & Consulting, where he encourages leaning into vulnerability and cultivating one’s self-expression. Adé is one of the contributing writers in the 2014 Black and Gay in the UK: An Anthology, and co-author of 2012’s Love Me As I Am...2023-02-0151 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 48 - Cyril Nri, British BAFTA-nominated British Stage and Screen ActorCyril Nri is a British BAFTA-nominated actor whose career spans over four decades, traversing stage, film, and television. Notable roles with the Royal Shakespeare Company include Lucius in Julius Caesar, Ariel in The Tempest, and Polonius in Hamlet. He earned his BAFTA nomination playing Lance Sullivan in Russell T. Davies’ 2015 Channel Four series Cucumber. Cyril joins Erick to share about his professional journey and what motivates him to be at the top of his game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-1842 min
Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 47 - Stefano Duc, Italian Writer for Il Grande ColibrìStefano Duc is an Italian writer for Il Grande Colibrì, a publication offering a "wide vision on the LGBTQIA world". Stefano digs beneath the surface of Italian society to write about the country’s diversity, highlighting the challenges faced by those who don’t fit one’s perception of who is Italian. With family origins in Mauritius, an island nation off the southeast coast of Africa, Stefano shares his journey as an Afro-Italian citizen, writer, and activist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-0450 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 46 - Dr. Lulu®, Nigerian-American Pediatrician, LGBT Advocate, and AuthorInterviewed by notables like Oprah Winfrey, Dr. Lulu® is an award-winning LGBT youth & parent advocate helping parents to accept, affirm, and support their LGBT+ children. Known as The Momatrician, Dr. Lulu® is a media consultant, event host, bestselling author, and 3x TEDx Speaker. Her literary works include the books How to Raise Well-Rounded Children, How to Teach Your Children About Racism, and the recent Dr. Lulu's Self-Love Journal. Dr. Lulu® shares with me the vibrancy shining through her works that motivates her to fight the good fight for love and prosperity for herself and others. Hosted on Acast. See aca...2022-12-2140 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 45 - Finding My Voice as a Black Gay ManErick Taylor Woodby shares the journey so far, of finding his voice as the creator and host of Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast. Where he interviews guests who share who they are in their respective countries and professions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-0735 min
Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 44 - Uche Chukwu, Nigerian-American Creator and Host of "Let's Talk About Us with Uche" PodcastUche Chukwu is the creator and host of the Let’s Talk About Us with Uche podcast and YouTube channel. Originally from Nigeria, he's an American independent podcaster, YouTuber, life coach, and public speaker. With a background in health professions, Uche is a United States Army veteran who’s traveled to over 40 countries. He's committed to elevating the depictions of Black citizens throughout the African diaspora. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-2346 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 43 - Hari Ziyad, American Author and ScreenwriterHari Ziyad (he/they) is an American screenwriter, public speaker, and the bestselling author of Black Boy Out of Time, a memoir of race, gender, and coming-of-age in America. They are also the creator and editor-in-chief of RaceBaitr.com, “a platform created to explore the various ways race is expressed and defined.” Hari was a staff writer on The Neighborhood and a script consultant for Tarell Alvin McCraney's David Makes Man, an American coming-of-age drama series on OWN. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-0946 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 42 - Khane Kutzwell, Owner of Camera Ready Kutz Inc. in Brooklyn, New YorkKhane Kutzwell is the owner of Camera Ready Kutz Inc., an LGBTQ-friendly barbershop in Brooklyn, New York. Born in Trinidad, Khane is a master barber, barber coach and instructor, entrepreneur, and public speaker. Responding to the misogyny and homophobia that can permeate male-dominated barbershops, Khane created Camera Ready Kutz as a safe and welcoming space for individuals to get a haircut. She and her team encourage their clientele to engage in conversation to achieve the look they desire. Khane shares her professional journey as an entrepreneur and entrepreneur. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-2636 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 41 - My Digital Nomad Journey in EuropeOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's creator, host, and producer Erick Taylor Woodby shares his journey of discovery as a digital nomad in Europe. An adventure that began at the beginning of October 2019 in Stockholm, Sweden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1937 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 40 - National Coming Out Day with Gamal 'G' Turawa, Founder and Lead Facilitator of Purplefrog ConnectionsFor National Coming Out Day, we have the return of Episode 23's Gamal ‘G’ Turawa, a British facilitator, speaker, and coach. As founder and managing director of Purplefrog Connections, G travels the world working within the public and private sectors to create ways to bring moments alive through one-to-one or group coaching, workshops and presentations, and blogging. G is also the protagonist of the 2022 BAFTA-winning and The Guardian-sponsored short docudrama The Black Cop directed by Cherish Oteka. G returns to share his coming out story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1143 min
Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 39 - Jay Jay Revlon, British Multidisciplinary Artist and International DJBritish DJ Jay Jay Revlon is a renaissance diva extraordinaire who shares his journey as a multidisciplinary artist and international DJ. In British Vogue's November 2021 issue, Jay Jay was recognised as one of Time Out's 'One to Watch’. He is passionate about creating safe spaces and fostering conversations for QPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals. As a DJ, Jay Jay brings his mix of House, Afro House, Classics, and Ballroom beats to European and other international venues. He is an early influencer in London’s Ballroom scene, instrumental in helping to define how it's done. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...2022-09-2840 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 38 - Reverend Don Abram, American Founder of Pride in the PewsReverend Don Abram is the founder of Pride in the Pews, “a grassroots nationwide campaign aimed at amplifying the voices and leadership of Black LGBTQ+ people of faith.” Launching Pride in the Pews in 2020, Reverend Abram encourages discussions about homophobia in religion. He's spoken with the Chicago Tribune, ABC7 Chicago, Christian Science Monitor, and Religion News Service. Using his intellect, personal experiences, and humor, Reverend Abram shares his message of love and acceptance of Black LGBTQ+ persons within their religious communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-1443 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 37 - Dr. Byron D. Brooks, Ph.D., Assistant Professor at Loyola University ChicagoDr. Byron D. Brooks, Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in Loyola University Chicago’s Department of Psychology. Dr. Brooks looks for ways to develop culturally responsive interventions mitigating health inequities to bolster well-being among the community. He’s also written for the Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, LGBT Health, Sexuality Research and Social Policy, and other periodicals. Additionally, Dr. Brooks is the director of RISE Lab. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-3151 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 36 - My Coming Out StoryFor this episode, I share my coming-out story, a process I began 24 years ago. I talk about what preceded me coming out. Why I did it. And where I’m at today as an American digital nomad writer and podcaster in Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1738 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 35 - Janis Bailey, American Owner of Sol Journey TravelJanis Bailey is an American travel advisor and the owner of Sol Journey Travel in Baltimore, Maryland, offering "personalized travel planning for discerning travelers." Sol Journey Travel also has a YouTube channel highlighting travel destinations in Mexico, Greece, Scotland, and other locales. Janis shares her love of international travel and how she utilizes her experiences to guide her clientele on their journeys of peak global explorations.NOTE: When Janis references Antigua Cuba (38:47), the location is actually Trinidad de Cuba. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-1546 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 34 - Alhaji Sesay, American Founder and CEO of Sugrbum HygienicsAlhaji Sesay is an American entrepreneur and founder and CEO of Sugrbum Hygienics. He’s also the creator of the company’s foaming deodorizer. With a focus on health and beauty innovations using natural alternatives, Alhaji has created a product addressing the needs of us all, including BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities. He shares his journey as a black gay professional, which includes acting and modeling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2046 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 33 - Dr. Cheikh Traore, Nigerian/Mauritanian Health AdviserDr. Cheikh Traore is a Nigerian/Mauritanian health adviser and entrepreneur, with over 15 years of experience working in public health and development. His career has taken him to more than 22 countries across Western Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa. He's worked as a health advisor for several agencies, providing expertise in policy solutions, training, and program design to improve health access. Dr. Traore shares his career and his life as a black gay professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-0640 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 32 - ZSaj, American Hip-Hop Artist and SongwriterZ Saj (pronounced 'sage') is a Chicago-based hip-hop artist, songwriter, public speaker, and business owner. With a love of music that’s been with her since childhood, Z Saj released her 1st EP titled Versatility in February 2019. As an up-and-coming talent who reached out to me via social media, she shares her professional and personal journeys as an out lesbian artist in the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-2933 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 31 - Michael J. Bobbitt, Executive Director, Mass Cultural CouncilMichael J. Bobbitt is the Executive Director of Mass Cultural Council, Massachusetts’s “largest public investor in the arts, humanities & sciences.” As the highest-ranking cultural official in the state, Michael is also a theater director, choreographer, and playwright. He’s directed and/or choreographed productions at The Shakespeare Theatre, Strathmore, The Kennedy Center, Helen Hayes Awards, Washington National Opera, and other venues. He shares his experiences as a Black gay professional and how he utilizes these to create more diverse cultural and artistic communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-2245 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 30 - Bryan Sparkman, American Documentarian, Writer and ActorBryan Sparkman is an American documentarian, writer, model, actor, and voice actor. With a passion for storytelling, he's the founder of Drakenstein Productions, whose mission is to “entertain, enlighten and empower audiences through scripted content, podcasts, motivational videos, short films, and documentaries.” Additionally, Bryan is the creator and host of the podcast and YouTube channel, Our Voices. Our Journee, creating spaces for the black LGBTQ+ community (and others) to shift our world through the sharing of our respective journeys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-0840 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 29 - Ashlei Shyne, American Comedy Writer, Actress and FilmmakerAshlei Shyne is an American comedy writer, actress, filmmaker, and activist. One of her more notable roles is as Aaliyah Jones in her comedy series #TMI. As a writer, Ashlei is committed to creating character-driven comedies featuring Black women and the LGBTQ+ community. Ashlei is part of the cast of The Book of Queer, which premieres in June 2022 on Discovery+. Additionally, Ashlei is on the board of Still Bisexual, an organization “building acceptance, awareness and understanding of those who are attracted to more than one gender.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2547 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 28 - Edward D. Lathan IV, American Peripatetic Artist and Yoga and Fitness InstructorEdward D. Lathan IV is an American peripatetic artist and yoga and fitness instructor. He's also the founder and teaching artist of the former NuDance & Gymnasium NYC, a space that offered clothing-optional fundamental movements and performance and presentation techniques to boost self-confidence and embrace one’s body. Edward is an avid traveler who has been throughout the United States, Europe, and other parts of the globe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1145 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 27 - Jeremy Helligar, Executive Editor at PEOPLE MagazineOriginally from the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Jeremy Helligar is executive editor at PEOPLE Magazine. He’s an editor and writer who’s contributed to such publications as Variety, Huffpost, Reader’s Digest, and The Root. Jeremy’s also the author of two books, the 2014 memoir, Is It True What They Say About Black Men?: Tales of Love, Lust and Language Barriers on the Other Side of the World and Storms in Africa: A Year in the Motherland, published in 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-2753 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 26 - Nubia Younge, American Travel Consultant, Motivational Speaker and Expatriate CoachNubia Younge is an American travel consultant, international events coordinator, motivational speaker, and expatriate coach. Additionally, she’s the founder and CEO of Black in Tulum, “the first and only community where melanated travelers come together and vibe where the jungle meets the sea.” Nubia's also the co-host of Chronicles Abroad, a podcast showcasing the stories of world adventurers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-1343 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 25 - Treye Green, American Culture Writer, Editor and PoetTreye Green is an American culture writer, editor, and poet. He's written for The Guardian, HuffPost, BuzzFeed, and the New York Post. Treye is also the founder of Black in Media, a space for “accountability led by those who’ve spoken out and those who have yet to share their own stories about being Black in the media industry.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-3049 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 24 - Frantzces Lys, American Clinical Therapist and Founder of THRIVEFrantzces Lys is an American clinical therapist, now operating as a life coach and plant medicine integration coach. As the founder of THRIVE, Frantzces is a digital nomad who’s been to more than 20 countries, working with eight different Shamans from Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. She's also a content creator and storyteller for Black Girl Ventures, an organization providing “…Black/Brown woman-identifying founders with access to community, capital, and capacity building in order to meet business milestones.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-1637 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 23 - Gamal ‘G’ Turawa, British Facilitator, Speaker and CoachGamal ‘G’ Turawa is a British facilitator, speaker, and coach. As founder, managing director, and lead facilitator of Purple Frogs Connections Ltd., G delivers workshops and presentations internationally within the public and private sectors. He’s also the subject of Cherish Oteka’s 2021 BAFTA-winning short film, The Black Cop. Where he shares the journey that led to him being the UK’s first openly gay Black police officer for London's Metropolitan Police Service. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-0247 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 22 - Cameron Johnson, American Screenwriter and ProducerCameron Johnson is an American screenwriter, director, and producer. He's written for series like Fox’s Empire, the CW’s Nancy Drew, and BET’s Zoe Ever After, starring actress and singer Brandy Norwood. Cameron is also the co-creator and executive producer of the CW series Tom Swift, and producer of The Best Man: The Final Chapters. He shares with me how he use his professional credentials and personal experiences to breathe life into Black openly gay characters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-1651 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 21 - Christopher Adams, American High School English TeacherChristopher Adams is an American high school English teacher. He’s worked for the Los Angeles Unified School District and within the DeKalb County School System in Atlanta, Georgia. Christopher shares about growing up in Georgia, his experiences as an actor in New York, and the entertainment industry in Los Angeles. He also opens up about his transition from the creative arts to education. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-0247 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 20 - Erick Taylor Woodby, Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast Creator and HostI am interviewed by UK-based French photographer Pierre Monnerville, our Episode 5 guest. I share my experiences as an American expatriate in Europe, my life as a black gay man, and how Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast came to be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-1946 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 19 - Jared Hudson, American Writer and Podcast HostJared Hudson is an American writer who wrote an article for the University of Northern Colorado (UNC) titled, “Why All the Limp Wrists? Black Gay Male Representation and Masculinity in Film.” With a B.A. degree in English from UNC and an M.F.A. degree in Creative Writing from Pratt Institute, he cited 14 films, analyzing how black gay characters are stereotypically represented. Jared also co-hosts ScaryCrit podcast, a horror and pop culture podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-2242 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 18 - Donnya Piggott, Barbadian Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Pink CoconutsDonnya Piggott is a Barbadian tech entrepreneur, designer, and human rights advocate. She is CEO and Co-Founder of Pink Coconuts, an LGBTQ+ travel company. In 2012, Donnya co-founded B-GLAD, a support organization for LGBT persons in Barbados. Donnya also mentions Barbados's recent transition (November 30, 2021) from the British Commonwealth to a republic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-0844 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 17 - Samuel Girma, Swedish Film and Art Curator and ActivistSamuel Girma is an Afro-Swedish film and art curator and activist based in Stockholm, Sweden. He’s also co-founder, with Juliet Atto of Black Queer Sweden. Samuel shares about his home country of Ethiopia and the war going on in its northern Tigray region. He also talks about his professional and personal experiences in Sweden. And how he uses his intellect and his passion to fuel positivity and change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-2439 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 16 - Dennis Austin, American Writer and Political CommentatorDennis Austin is an American writer who wrote for The Daily Illini, the University of Illinois in Champaign's student independent newspaper. He also wrote for The Times of Israel blog. Dennis shared his professional and personal journeys as a writer, political commentator, and Illinois native. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1047 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 15 - Bandy Kiki, Cameroonian Entrepreneur and AdvocateBandy Kiki is a Cameroonian entrepreneur and activist. In 2016, she was listed among the 50 most influential Cameroonians under the age of 40 by Avance Media. Bandy shares her professional and personal journeys in Cameroon and the United Kingdom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-2746 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 14 - Reginald Holden Jennings, German-based American Singer, Dancer, ActorReginald Holden Jennings is a German-based American singer, dancer, and actor. Across continents, he's appeared in professional productions of Starlight Express and Aida. In October 2020, Reginald was a contestant on season 10 of The Voice Germany. In this episode, he shares his professional journey and his experiences as a Black gay professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-1349 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 13 - Roux Haile, American Tattoo Artist, Dancer and Gallery OwnerRoux Haile is a queer tattoo artist, activist, and dancer. Roux also co-owns Portland, Oregon’s Ori Gallery with Maya Vivas. Roux shares how they use their talents and visions to create a more inclusive world for the black and brown LGBTQ+ communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-2948 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 12 - Lennox Benson, British Children‘s Book AuthorLennox Benson is a British children’s book author based in London, UK. With experience in the performance and creative arts, Lennox has written his first book titled “The Biracial Butterfly”. It’s an educational tool created to help children learn about mixed heritage within today’s modern families. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-1542 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 11 - Yassine Senghor, Director at Britain's Confronting Change Diversity & Inclusion StrategiesYassine Senghor is Director at Britain's Confronting Change Diversity & Inclusion Strategies, an organization whose services include consultancy, policy review, workshops, and more. Yassine is a diversity & inclusion specialist and culture writer, with expertise in creating LGBTQ+ inclusion and anti-racist spaces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-0149 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 10 - Michael Dorean Myers, Creator of Erotic Edges MagazineMichael Dorean Myers is the co-creator of Erotic Edges, a magazine offering virtual life drawing sessions. He was the executive director of Black and Gay, LLC, an American non-profit organization advancing the experiences of the Black LGBTQ+ community. Michael shares about overcoming childhood trauma, entrepreneurship, and international travel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1841 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 9 - Anna Adeniji, Swedish Consultant, Educator, and AuthorAnna Adeniji is a Swedish author, consultant, and educator with a Ph.D. in Gender Studies from Linköping University in Linköping, Sweden. Anna’s work combines critical race and intersectionality studies and its usage in creating ethnic and racial diversity within civil society and the arts. Her 2023 book, Koll på rasism (Watch Out for Racism), "…provides knowledge about where racism comes from and how it can look today." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-0444 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 8 - Prince Beasley, American YouTuberPrince Beasley is a Houston, Texas-based YouTuber and make-up artist. Beasley's YouTube channel touches on topics that are important and trending in pop culture and the Black LGBTQ+ community. He shares how he utilizes his professional and personal experiences to excel as a Black queer millennial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-2145 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 7 - Christopher Waldekrantz, Swedish Founder and Business Director of The Odd SocietyChristopher Waldekrantz is a Swedish creative strategist, award-winning art director, and the founder and business director at The Odd Society, “a pan-Scandinavian creative and strategic design agency.” Christopher shares about growing up in Sweden and his career as a Black queer professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-07-0750 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 6 - Thomas L. DeBoe, American Attorney and ProfessorThomas DeBoe is a Los Angeles-based attorney and law professor. With over 25 years of experience, Thomas’s legal services include business contracts, joint ventures, consumer transactions, and family law. He shares the professional and personal journeys that took him from Kentucky to Los Angeles, California, and New York City, New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-2344 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 5 - Pierre Monnerville, UK-based French Photographer and Founder of Unapologaytic T-shirt BrandPierre Monnerville is a UK-based French photographer for male personal trainers, bodybuilders, and coaches. Pierre's work centers on masculine imagery through fitness and fashion. He's also the founder of the Unapologaytic ethical T-shirt brand. Pierre shares his professional and personal journeys in France, Martinique, and the United Kingdom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-06-0940 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 4 - Erick Woodby, Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™ HostOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast's Creator, Host, and Producer, Erick Taylor Woodby, shares his journey to creating the podcast. Erick talks about his professional and personal experiences that shaped his passion for highlighting the positivity and diversity that exists amongst Black LGBTQ+ citizens throughout the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-2630 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 3 - Shaun Wallace, British LGBTQ Mental Health AdvocateShaun Wallace is Director at Arc of Triumph Arts/Health Organisation in London, advocating for mental health for the Black British LGBTQ+ population. He's also the founder of Queer Head Doctors and shares his journey as a gay professional in the U.K. and Nigeria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-05-1247 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 2 - Victor Chikalogwe, Malawian LGBTQ ActivistVictor Chikalogwe is a Malawian LGBTQ activist and the director of South Africa’s People Against Suffering, Oppression and Poverty (PASSOP), a non-profit organization advocating for the rights of asylum seekers, refugees, and immigrants in Cape Town, South Africa. Prior to working for PASSOP, Victor was the program coordinator for Home of Hope, a Malawian orphanage that nurtures orphaned and vulnerable children. It was Victor who signed for the adoption of David Banda, the son of American singer-songwriter Madonna. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-2836 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™Episode 1 - Leon Lopez, British Actor, Television and Film DirectorLeon Lopez is a British actor, television and film director, known for his roles in the British soap operas Brookside and EastEnders. Leon's directing credits include includes the 2015 film Soft Lad and episodes of British soaps like Hollyoaks, Coronation Street, and Emmerdale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-04-1440 minOur Black Gay Diaspora Podcast™A Sneak Peak - Together Celebrating Our Global CommunityWelcome to the trailer episode for Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast. Where our tagline, “Together Celebrating Our Global Community” sums up this space for black LGBTQ+ citizens to come together to inspire and educate each other on who we are in our respective countries and professions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-3102 min