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MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast

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MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by MahoganyBooks. It has 49 episodes, with the latest published April 2026.

MahoganyBooks Front Row: The Podcast is a thoughtfully curated series that offers a unique opportunity to listen to Black authors discussing their latest works. Each episode of the podcast features an in-depth conversation with an author, delving into their creative process, inspirations, and the themes explored in their book. The series is a re-cast of the live author talks hosted by MahoganyBooks, a Black-owned bookstore in Washington DC dedicated to promoting literature written for, by, or about people of the African Diaspora. With the podcast, listeners can enjoy the same level of engagement and intellectual stimulation as the live events from the comfort of their own homes.

arts ·en ·49 episodes

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1

Unveiling 'The Way Love Goes': Da Brat and Judy's Blueprint for Relationships

2

Resisting Erasure: The Role of Black Women in Historical Fiction

3

Inside 'The Seven Daughters of Dupree': An Evening with Author Nikesha Elise Williams

4

Courage in Adversity: Collette V. Smith's Story of Resilience

5

Unveiling the Magic of Black Romance at the Black Books Matter Fest

6

Exploring the Soundtrack of Youth: A Conversation with Jason Reynolds and Nile Bullock

7

Healing Through Self-Care: Lessons from Devi Brown

8

A Journey of Self-Discovery: Christine Platt and Alex Elle Discuss 'Less is Liberation'

9

Ebony Ladelle and Friends: A Celebration of Love at HBCUs

10

Empowering Communities Through Books: Jeannine Cook's Journey

11

Celebrating The Best Man: Unfinished Business with Malcolm D. Lee and Jayne Allen

12

The Emotional Landscape of Black Womanhood with Honorée Jeffers

13

The Impact of Toni Morrison: Insights from Dr. Dana Williams

14

The Cultural Impact of Black American Humor with Damon Young

15

Celebrating Malcolm X: Insights from Dr. Ibram Kendi

16

Tia Williams Discusses Her New YA Novel: A Journey of Friendship and Love

17

Empowering Young Readers: Nick Brooks Discusses 'Up in Smoke'

18

Afrocentric Style: Celebrating Black Culture in Modern Media

19

Behind the Scenes of the Harlem Renaissance: Insights from Victoria Christopher Murray

20

Building Wealth in Our Communities: Insights from Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal

21

Black Girls Matter: A Deep Dive into Jayne Allen's Literary World

22

Creating Characters with Heart: Kwame Mbalia on Writing for Young Readers

23

The Unfiltered Truth: Wallo267 on Success Against All Odds

24

The Untold Stories of Black Women: Insights from Authors of A Black Woman's History of the United States

25

Navigating Relationships and Success: Lessons in Love from Khadeen and Devale

26

Envisioning Possibilities: Imagination’s Role with Jay Ellis and Jason Reynolds

27

The Power of Black Fantasy Stories: Redefining African Mythology with Tomi Adeyemi

28

Roots of Resilience: Exploring African American History and Literature with Nikole Hannah-Jones

29

The Making of Swift River: Crafting Fiction with Heart and History

30

Tiffany D. Jackson on Romance and Resilience in YA Literature

31

Transformative Dialogues: Hip Hop, Media, and Political Engagement

32

Unlocking Healing Through Art and Storytelling: MK Asante's Journey

33

From Inspiration to Creation: Willow Smith's Journey in Art and Storytelling

34

The Rhythms of Black Narratives: From Cultural Touchstones to Literary Heritage

35

Navigating the Intersections of Black and Afro-Latinx Identities

36

Confronting the Invisible Ache: Black Men's Journey to Healing and Empowerment

37

A Bold Conversation on Aging, Financial Insecurity, and Social Change

38

A Tapestry Woven from Black Struggle, Literature, and Leadership

39

Crafting a Narrative at the Crossroads of Black Masculinity and Queerness

40

Cultivating Resilience Against Racial Stressors

41

Tracing the Legacy of Black Entrepreneurial Spirit

42

Celebrating Black Financial Empowerment with Tiffany Aliche

43

Revisiting Our Roots through "Barracoon" with Dr. Ibram Kendi

44

Unveiling the Healing Power of Black Storytelling

45

Art, Literature, and Body Positivity Conversations with Vashti Harrison

46

Rachel Cargle Discuss A Renaissance of Our Own

47

Dolen Perkins Valdez Discusses Take My Hand

48

Cleo Wade Discusses Remember Love

49

Michael Harriot Discusses Black AF History

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