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Courageous ConversationsEmpowering Young Voices: Ssanyu Lukoma on Building a Brand with PurposeA simple idea can ignite a powerful change, sparking a movement that touches lives far and wide. For Ssanyu Lukoma, one idea evolved into a mission with a global impact. Ssanyu Lukoma is a teenage entrepreneur, author, and public speaker studying broadcast journalism at Howard University. At 13, she founded Brown Kids Read, a nonprofit promoting diverse literature for children, and later launched The Brown Reads Bookshelf. Ssanyu has published four children's books through her company, Share a Smile Books, and was crowned Miss HBCU Teen 2023, using her platform to advocate for diverse literature and HBCU ed...2024-08-2123 min

Soaring StoriesProfessional Public Speaking as a Teen: Ssanyu Lukoma, from Theater to Writing a Book to Corporate EngagementsSsanyu Lukoma is so enthusiastic about everything she’s doing – whether that’s public speaking, helping people write books, writing her own books, or encouraging kids to love reading through her nonprofit Brown Kids Read. Today, she’s talking about how she started the public speaking side of her business, and how she plans to continue this work in college! We talk about: Ssanyu's all-time favorite book How performing in theater can help you become a more persuasive speaker Corporate public speaking as a revenue stream Overcoming nerves What makes Ssanyu stand out as a spe...2023-05-1824 min

The TeachHER PodcastEpisode 28: Ssanyu LukomaWelcome to the TeachHER Podcast Powered by The Innocent Brown Girl Project. Our mission is to convey strategies for Grit & Grace with educators and advocates of African American and Latina Girls. Thank you for joining us today. Today, our guest is Ssanyu Lukoma. Ssanyu is a teenage entrepreneur, author, and public speaker. In 2018, at 13 years old, she founded Brown Kids Read, a non-profit organization dedicated to motivating all children, but especially children of color, to read more diverse literature. Since then, she has created an online and pop-up bookstore called The Brown Reads Bookshelf and hosts a...2023-01-1830 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #21 - Interview with THERESA tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D ft. You So BlackThis episode is a little bit different! Instead of featuring a Young Adult author, I decided to shake things up and bring a picture book author to you! Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D. is a phenomenal spoken word poet and artist. A few years back, her poem, You So Black went viral on Facebook, Youtube, and pretty much anywhere you could see a screen. I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with her and hearing her wisdom. Hopefully, you experience the same thing! Find You So Black: Amazon Barnes...2023-01-1019 min

Race To Speak Up PodcastBrown Kids Read with Ssanyu Lukoma (S.6/Ep.2) Race To Speak Up PodcastOn Season 6, Episode 2 of the Race To Speak Up Podcast, Ssanyu Lukoma is a teenage entrepreneur, author, and public speaker. In 2018, at 13 years old, she founded Brown Kids Read, a non-profit organization dedicated to motivating all children, especially children of color, to read more diverse literature. Since then, she has created an online and pop-up bookstore called The Brown Reads Bookshelf and hosts a podcast called The Book Junkie. Most recently, she wrote a children's picture book entitled Suubi's Sunny Smile, which comprises prominent heritage and dental hygiene themes along with a vital anti-bullying message. Her ultimate goal is...2022-10-0350 min

EC Podcast MediaMotivating Children To ReadPerfect Timing Podcast Episode 96: Motivating Children To Read Host: Sydnie Chandler Monet' - Podcast Host | Speaker | Community Activist Guest: Ssanyu Lukoma - Author | Public Speaker | Teen Entrepreneur Produced by Elite Conversations Podcast Media https://podcastbillboard100.com/2022-06-2735 min

What The Heck Are We Doing?!S1 E1 | Inspiration Station (feat. Ssanyu Lukoma)For this week's episode Brooke interviews guest Ssanyu Lukoma to learn what the heck she is doing. For more information on What The Heck Are We Doing visit howlerstudios.org You can also give us a follow on Instagram @howlerstudiosofficial. Have a question for Brooke? Email Brooke at wthawd.pod@gmail.com. For Business Inquiries, email us at itshowlerstudios@gmail.com. Join the Howler Studios Discord! Use Invite code https://discord.gg/RH37ew2Hk6 Join the What The Heck Are We Doing Discord! Use Invite Code https://discord.gg/7r7SDduV You can find What The Heck Are We...2022-06-2336 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #20 - Interview with S.K. Ali ft. Saints and Misfits (Part 2)*TRIGGER WARNING (SEXUAL ASSAULT, TRAUMA, ABUSE)* This is part 2 of my conversation with S.K. Ali! Make sure that you listen to Part 1 before this episode so that you understand the context and previous discussion that we had. We touch on some interesting topics including friendship dynamics, being a teenager in a religious household, and using your voice. Also, Ms. Ali has a book releasing on October 18th of this year called Love From Mecca to Medina so be sure to pre-order now! NATIONAL SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE - 1-800-656-4673 2022-04-3034 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #19 - Interview with S.K. Ali ft. Saints and Misfits (Part 1)S.K. Ali's Saints and Misfits is one of the most informative books I've ever read in my life. Not only does it encapsulate the Muslim teen experience, but it also highlights the struggles that come with being a high-schooler. In honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month, I wanted to focus on issues that pertain to sexual abuse against minors. That being said, I'm giving this episode a CONTENT WARNING (SEXUAL ABUSE, SEXUAL ASSAULT, INTIMIDATION, TRAUMA). This book illustrates the journey of Janna, a young woman who is navigating through a traumatic experience but shows her emergence of strength by t...2022-04-0930 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #18 - Interview With Khristi Lauren Adams ft. Unbossed & Black Girls Unbossed (Part 2)If you liked part 1, you'll definitely like part 2! In this conversation, you get to hear who Ms. Khristi's main role model was as a teenager, the message she hopes to get across with her newest titles, and some more thoughts about black girls bossing it up! 2022-04-0218 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #17 - Boys Will Be Boys (The Poet X ft. Ahmya Rivera)Ladies, have you ever felt objectified or only valued for your body? In this episode, Ahmya Rivera and I talk about women's representation, over-sexualization in media, and the negative effects that can be placed on young girls of color. Ahmya and I discuss how both of us have felt ostracized for being young women in our own spaces -- hers being STEAM and mine being basketball. The Poet X is the book that sets the stage for our discussion of this topic and it was honestly such a great read! Elizabeth Acevedo masterfully uses words to paint pic...2022-03-1830 min

Transform Your Commute Into a Captivating Journey With Free AudiobookUnbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way Audiobook by Khristi Lauren AdamsListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 565057 Title: Unbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way Author: Khristi Lauren Adams Narrator: Khristi Lauren Adams Format: Unabridged Length: 04:32:28 Language: English Release date: 03-15-22 Publisher: Tantor Media Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Non-Fiction, Christianity, Social Science Summary: Black girls are leading, organizing, advocating, and creating. They are starting nonprofits. Building political coalitions. Promoting diverse literature. Fighting cancer. Improving water quality. Working to prevent gun violence. Are we ready to learn from their leadership? 'Black women are literally at the helm of every movement,' says Tyah-Amoy Roberts, an...2022-03-154h 32

Explore Into A Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook During Your Workout.Unbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way by Khristi Lauren AdamsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/565057to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way Author: Khristi Lauren Adams Narrator: Khristi Lauren Adams Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 32 minutes Release date: March 15, 2022 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: Black girls are leading, organizing, advocating, and creating. They are starting nonprofits. Building political coalitions. Promoting diverse literature. Fighting cancer. Improving water quality. Working to prevent gun violence. Are we ready to learn from their leadership? 'Black women are literally at the helm of every movement,' says Tyah-Amoy Roberts, an activist and a survivor of the Parkland, Florida...2022-03-154h 32

Listen to Best Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Social ScienceUnbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way by Khristi Lauren AdamsPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/565057 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way Author: Khristi Lauren Adams Narrator: Khristi Lauren Adams Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 32 minutes Release date: March 15, 2022 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: Black girls are leading, organizing, advocating, and creating. They are starting nonprofits. Building political coalitions. Promoting diverse literature. Fighting cancer. Improving water quality. Working to prevent gun violence. Are we ready to learn from their leadership? 'Black women are literally at the helm of every movement,' says Tyah-Amoy Roberts, an activist and a survivor of the Parkland...2022-03-1530 min

Listen to Best Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Social ScienceUnbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way by Khristi Lauren AdamsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/565057to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way Author: Khristi Lauren Adams Narrator: Khristi Lauren Adams Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 32 minutes Release date: March 15, 2022 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: Black girls are leading, organizing, advocating, and creating. They are starting nonprofits. Building political coalitions. Promoting diverse literature. Fighting cancer. Improving water quality. Working to prevent gun violence. Are we ready to learn from their leadership? 'Black women are literally at the helm of every movement,' says Tyah-Amoy Roberts, an activist and a survivor of the Parkland, Florida...2022-03-154h 32

Download Latest Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityUnbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way by Khristi Lauren AdamsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/565057to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unbossed: How Black Girls Are Leading the Way Author: Khristi Lauren Adams Narrator: Khristi Lauren Adams Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 4 hours 32 minutes Release date: March 15, 2022 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: Black girls are leading, organizing, advocating, and creating. They are starting nonprofits. Building political coalitions. Promoting diverse literature. Fighting cancer. Improving water quality. Working to prevent gun violence. Are we ready to learn from their leadership? 'Black women are literally at the helm of every movement,' says Tyah-Amoy Roberts, an activist and a survivor of the Parkland, Florida, school...2022-03-154h 32

The Book JunkieEpisode #16 - Interview with Khristi Lauren Adams ft. Unbossed & Black Girls Unbossed (Part 1)"Black girls are leading, organizing, advocating, and creating. They are starting nonprofits. Building political coalitions. Promoting diverse literature. Fighting cancer. Improving water quality. Working to prevent gun violence. Are we ready to learn from their leadership?" In this episode, I had the chance to talk to one of my mentors, Khristi Lauren Adams, about her two newest releases -- Unbossed: How Black Girls are Leading the Way and Black Girls Unbossed: Young World Changers Leading the Way! This book is not only near and dear to my heart because it's centered around young, black, f...2022-03-1232 min

The Book JunkieEpisode # 15 - Skyhunter ft. Diya KohliSkyhunter is a riveting novel that highlights themes of xenophobia, political corruption, and ableism. All of these issues are very apparent in modern society, yet are sometimes overlooked by the general population or unfortunately normalized. In this episode, I'm joined by the host of The Teenpreneur Show, Diya Kohli. Diya's favorite book is The Alchemist and her favorite book genre is dystopian literature. She is smart and driven as well! I had the pleasure of meeting her when she invited me to be interviewed on the Teenpreneur show, which was an awesome experience! Here is s...2022-03-0624 min

She Shall Speak SeriesHERstory: Ssanyu LukomaWelcome back to the She Shall Speak Series! We are excited to kick off the third episode of our HERstory series, a collection of stories of young Black women and girls who are leading the way for positive social change in their communities. Today, we will be talking with Ssanyu Lukoma! Ssanyu Lukoma is a teenage entrepreneur, author, and public speaker. In 2018, at 13 years old, she founded Brown Kids Read, a non-profit organization dedicated to motivating all children, but especially children of color, to read more diverse literature. Since then, she has created an online and p...2022-03-0228 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #14 - Interview with Kwame Mbalia and Prince Joel Makkonen ft. Last Gate of the EmperorThis interview with Kwame Mbalia and Prince Joel Makkonen was so fun to record! One of my favorite podcast episode formats is conversations with two authors at once, and this one was fabulous. In this episode, we discuss how one kind of book can change a readers' whole perspective. Listen to this episode to dive into the perspective of authors who worked on a book together and who also strongly believe in diverse representation in literature. Check out the links below for where you can find their book, Last Gate of the Emperor! Amazon 2021-11-1030 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #13 - Interview With Jay Coles ft. Things We Couldn't SayIn this episode, I had the opportunity to interview the amazing Jay Coles about his newest title -- Things We Couldn't Say! This book was an intriguing read that explored the depths of complicated parent/child relationship dynamics, navigating life as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and just being a black teenage boy. It was refreshing talking to Mr. Coles about these topics because they were written so beautifully in the book and certain aspects can be applied to real life. Amazon Barnes and Noble Mr. Coles' Website M...2021-09-2219 min

Young NM PowrdYear End Wrap Up: Interview with Ssanyu LukomaMost of us have heard the saying, 'the children are the future' or perhaps you're familiar with the adage, 'the future is now. ' Well, there is some truth to both of those statements, especially when it comes to being a young person, having a vision for your life, and taking steps towards making your dreams reality. In today's episode, you will meet a young lady who embodies these sentiments through her passion for life. So, get ready to listen, learn, and enjoy!2020-12-2426 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #12 - Interview with Andrea and Brian Pinkney ft. Loretta Little Looks BackThis is my interview with the amazing author/illustrator duo Mr. Brian and Ms. Andrea Pinkney. They are amazing at what they do and have written over 70 books together. This episode, we talk about sharecropping, oral history, and the importance of representing history accurately. Not only this, but their book hasn't been released yet! It comes out on September 29th, so pre order your copy now! You can pre-order on Barnes and Noble. This isn't my typical episode because this is actually a middle-grade novel. Despite this, it still has an amazing story and many themes that are valuable to all...2020-09-2623 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #11 - Interview with Manavi Nag ft. Breaking the TabooIn this episode, I had the opportunity to interview Manavi Nag, a teenage author who lives in India. She is an amazing writer, and her book, Breaking the Taboo, shed light on the demonization of periods around the world, but specifically in India. She interviewed several girls who shared their stories and how this stigma has impacted part of their adolescent lives. I think our conversation was amazing and I love how she conveyed the importance and the message from these girls while giving them a voice and platform to share their truth. Manavi's book is very ine...2020-08-0121 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #10 - Interview with Kim Johnson ft. This is My AmericaIn this episode, I had the opportunity to speak to the author of This is My America, by Kim Johnson. This is her debut novel and it releases on July 28th! I can honestly say that this is now one of my favorite books because it was such a good read. Because this book is unreleased, I have a few clarifications to make regarding the characters mentioned throughout the episode; Tracy - She is a black teenage girl and the main character. Jamal - This is Tracy's older brother who is a track athlete and is...2020-07-2537 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #9 - With the Fire on High ft. Kaelynn Townsend-MillerIn this episode, Kaelynn and I discuss Elizabeth Acevedo's book, With the Fire on High. This is an amazing story that really touched me, so when I got to talk more about it with Kaelynn, it was a great experience! Kaelynn applied to be on the podcast all the way from Washington, and her insight made the conversation even better. In this episode we discuss colorism, teen pregnancy, and the importance of not judging others. This is important for everyone to hear!2020-07-1827 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #8 - Slay ft. Harmony Travis (Special Upload)HI everyone! This is a special podcast upload where we actually did a live recording! Thanks to DLG Creative and Mr. Derrick Guest, I had the opportunity to speak to my friend harmony about the book Slay while doing a YouTube Livestream. This episode is unedited so it's just our raw thoughts. It was a great experience! In this episode, Harmony and I discuss how video games are a large part of life for several teenagers, the reality around racism, and toxic teenage relationships. If you would like to purchase this book, go to amazon.com. You can also visit D...2020-07-0721 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #7 - Interview With Kacen Callender ft. Felix Ever AfterFelix Ever After is the heart-wrenching story of a trans, black, and queer, teenage boy. The author, Kacen Callender, takes the reader on an emotional journey through their words and descriptive language. I had a chance to talk to them for an interview an dI can honestly say it was a great experience! We discussed, several topics such as; the discrimination within the queer community, why it's important to not pass judgement on others, and how to be confident in yourself despite what others say. You can find Felix Ever After on Amazon or Barnes and Noble!2020-06-2722 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #6 - Interview With Camryn Garret ft. Full DisclosureFull Disclosure by Camryn Garrett shares the experience of Simone, a teenager who is battling HIV. Despite having HIV from birth, her peers and even their parents bullied her about it. At her new school, Simone finds new best friends and a boy she falls for, but unfortunately someone is threatening to expose her HIV status to the entire school! In this episode, I get to speak to Ms. Garrett about some very important issues. We discuss the importance of seeing beyond a diagnosis, how to accept people for who they are, and why it is your responsibility not to...2020-06-1322 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #5 - The Crossover ft. Chauncey BrownKwame Alexander's bestselling book, The Crossover, gives a fascinating glimpse into the world of 12-year-old Josh, a twin and basketball star in his hometown. This book shows some very interesting family dynamics and highlights the impact that a parent's actions can have on their children. Today, I spoke to one of my friends Chauncey about Family Dynamics Growing Up How sports can relate to real life This book shows how difficult growing up can be for some teenagers and how important it is for parents to make sure they are healthy enough to care fo...2020-06-0521 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #4 - Interview with Nic Stone ft. Dear MartinIn this episode I had the opportunity to learn more about Dear Martin, but also about Nic Stone as a person! We discuss several things such as racism in school settings, academic expectations from minorities, and the importance of tolerance. It was such an amazing conversation and it was fun to hear from Ms. Stone's perspective. If you would like to hear about Dear Martin from it's bestselling author, Nic Stone, be sure to listen to this episode! Here are some links to articles you can read about police brutality, racism, and the treatment of black individuals in s...2020-05-2927 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #3 - Dear Martin ft. Christian Townsell (Part 2)*This is Part 2 of my conversation with Christian Townsell about the book Dear Martin by Nic Stone.* Dear Martin by Nic Stone gives a vivid glance into the mind of a teenager who is the victim of police brutality. Justyce McAllister is a senior who lives in Atlanta and is trying to understand why there is so much senseless violence against his people. As an African-American boy, Justyce encounters some situations that leave him questioning his position in society. In this episode, I convince my friend Christian to read the book by di...2020-05-2315 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #2 - Dear Martin ft. Christian Townsell (Part 1)*THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS* The spoilers are completely relevant to the conversation. Don't let the spoilers in this episode stop you from reading the book! You can now read it with a critical eye and find your own interpretation of the story. Dear Martin by Nic Stone gives a vivid glance into the mind of a teenager who is the victim of police brutality. Justyce McAllister is a senior who lives in Atlanta and is trying to understand why there is so much senseless violence against his people. As an African-American boy, Just...2020-05-2322 min

The Book JunkieEpisode #1 - On The Come Up ft. Maya BoansiAngie Thomas' thought-provoking novel, On The Come Up, features a 16-year-old, aspiring rapper named Bri. The story shows the ups and downs that someone living in an underprivileged neighborhood can encounter. In this episode, I convince my friend Maya to read On the Come Up by engaging in conversation about; Gang culture, the importance of equal opportunity, and the controversy around rap music, This book really highlights the struggles of being an African-American living in Bri's environment and how if fame gets to your head, it can be very dangerous. Everyone can learn from this book because it is...2020-05-2321 min

The Book JunkieThe Book Junkie Podcast TrailerDo you like to read YA novels? Yes? No? Well, either way, this podcast was designed for both kinds of listeners! I'm Ssanyu, and I interview authors and engage in conversation with my fellow teenagers about diverse books featuring people of color! Not only do we discuss the books, but we relate the stories to current, real life issues. My goal for each episode is to convince you to read the book we're talking about, and for you to hopefully learn something new! Everyone can take away something from an episode, an adult can see a teenager's perspective on the wo...2020-05-0200 min