You Had Me at Black

A carefree date goes awry, and sets Paula on a journey through deceit, loss, healing, and liberation. We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Paula also joins us to reflect on what this story means to her all these years later.Join the Patron's Circle and claim your place in You Had Me at Black's next era.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Kelly connects the dots of what her parents do for a living when, one afternoon, the police show up at her family's home.We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Kelly also joins us to reflect on what this story means to her all these years later.Join the Patron's Circle and claim your place in You Had Me at Black's next era.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

You Had Me at Black turns 10 this May.In this audio letter, Martina shares what the last few years have looked like behind the scenes, and what it will take to build the next chapter.If this space has ever meant something to you, this is your invitation to be part of what comes next.Join us at the People’s Assembly on April 28 at 8pm ET:youhadmeatblack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

For Deborah, "by any means necessary" becomes "never again."We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Deborah also joins us to reflect on what her story means to him all these years later.RSVP to the Peoles Assembly on April 28 and learn more about how you can be part of our next chapter.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like photos and videos from this kickback). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Kevin learns the hard way to be careful what you plan for. We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! Kevin also joins us to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later.RSVP to the Peoles Assembly on April 28 and learn more about how you can be part of our next chapter.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like photos and videos from this kickback). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Childhood Theo finds himself in a pinch the afternoon of a big audition, and adult Theo joins to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later.We're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us to coundtown to our 10th birthday and You Had Me at Black's next 10! RSVP to the Peoles Assembly on April 28 and learn more about how you can be part of our next chapter. Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like photos and videos from this kickback). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Jessica's Dad has an unconventional plan for getting into the zoo.Counting down to our 10th birthday, we're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us. Jessica also joins to reflect on what this story means to her all these years later, and Martina closes with an invitation to our upcoming People's Assembly on April 28.RSVP to the Peoles Assembly and learn more about You Had Me at Black's next chapter, including the Patron's Circle and other upcoming programs.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more (like the album cover art that sparked this story). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Mark takes a trip in Peru.Counting down to our 10th birthday, we're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us. Mark also joins to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later, and Martina closes with an update on what's next for You Had Me at Black.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more.Learn more about You Had Me at Black's next chapter, including the Patron's Circle and other upcoming programs. Help shape the Patron's Circle by booking a listening call with Martina.Get familiar w/these Black shows:Indie Creative Network , For All Nerds (fka Fan Bros Podcast), Blackbelt Voices, While Black, and Bag Ladiez. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

A case of mistaken identity puts Damon's family in the center of events that led to the historic 1992 truce between LA gangs.Counting down to our 10th birthday, we're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us. Damon also joins to reflect on what this story means to him all these years later, and Martina closes with an update on what's next for You Had Me at Black.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more.Learn more about You Had Me at Black's next chapter, including the Patron's Circle and other upcoming programs. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

It's all fun and games until something gets caught.Counting down to our 10th birthday, we're rewinding 10 stories that have stayed with us. Martina and Britney revisit Lit as a Feather, a story from Jazz and one of the very first stories to air on You Had Me at Black. Jazz also joins to reflect on what this story means to her all these years later.Martina closes with an update on what's next for You Had Me at Black.Listen on Substack on your web browser to access episode transcripts and more.Learn more about You Had Me at Black's next chapter, including the Patron's Circle and other upcoming programs. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Join us for a trip down memory lane as we countdown to our 10th birthday. We take off Wednesday, March 11! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

I've spent the last few years recovering from burnout, and conceiving a new future for You Had Me at Black - one I'm eager to share with you. RSVP for the People's Assembly on June 10 at 8pm ET. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Khennedi heads to a protest in the summer of 2021, armed with nothing but her cell phone. Almost from the moment they arrived, things began to unravel. Please note this episode deals with the trauma of police brutality.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us. Support other indie Black podcasts: Listen to While Black wherever you get your podcasts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Growing up as a PK, Danny always planned to start a ministry of his own. But once he started to lead a congregation, his thinking around what it means to start a church began to unravel. Share your story on the next season of our podcast! Learn more.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us. Support other indie Black podcasts: Listen to Adventures from the Bedroom of African Women wherever you get your podcasts  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

As the older sister, Secunda was in charge of making sure the chores got done after school before her mom got home. One afternoon, her brother challenged her, unraveling her sense of authority and the sibling pecking order.Share your story on the next season of our podcast! Learn more.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us. Support other indie Black podcasts: Listen to The Adventures of Black people wherever you get your podcasts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Fresh out of grad school, Blake faces a devastating loss that unraveled everything he tired to hold together by a thread for too long. This story deals with loss, addiction, and suicidal thoughts.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us. Support other indie Black podcasts: Listen to The Stoop wherever you're listening now. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

A bad breakup unraveled everything Nate thought he had planned. After realizing he couldn't drink it away, he decided to follow his instincts.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us.We recorded Nate's story for one of our Kickbacks. The next one is Friday, March 26. Get your tix!Support other podcasts telling our stories: Listen to Resistance on Spotify    This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

This story comes Errinn, who was terrified of dogs. Everything unraveled when her boyfriend brought one home.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us.We recorded Erinn's story for one of our Kickbacks. The next one is Friday, March 26. Get your tix! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

This story comes from Tobi. They found reason after reason to ignore the warning signs of a toxic job, until everything unraveled.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show!Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us. Support other indie Black podcasts! Listen to Blackbelt Voices wherever you get your podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

This story comes from Carl. Carl was happy living his single life. That is, until his boy set him up on a date, and his happy singlehood unraveled.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us. Support other indie Black podcasts! Listen to Blackbelt Voices wherever you get your podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Welcome to a new season of You Had Me at Black! This season's theme is "unraveling." You'll stories from all kinds of folks about the moments they confronted things they ignored and pushed aside for too long. These stories are about the work; the messiness between our valleys and peaks; the healing. We can't wait for you to hear what happened. Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

This story comes from Taylor. She's an avid and adventurous traveler who happens to live with Sickle Cell Disease. She grew up trying to downplay the physical constraints of the disease, but on a vaction in Mexico, her act unraveled.Leave a rating or review wherever you listen to help others find our show.Nurture your inner creative in The Kinship, our digital community.Visit our website to attend our Kickbacks and creative workshops, or to partner with us.Support other indie Black podcasts! Listen to Blackbelt Voices wherever you get your podcasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

As we gear up for a new season, let's revisit some of our favorite stories from the past. Kwynn searches for a reason to live after losing her child and partner. Kickback with us on Black FridayJoin us on Black Friday for a virtual edition of our beloved live shows.  The Kickback is an immersive, interactive virtual experience that promises an opportunity to relax, unwind, and drift away. We even put together a Vibe Kit - a curated set of goodies from Black-owned businesses to help you set the mood at home. Purchase ticketsFollow us on Instagram (@youhadme.atblack) and Twitter (@youhadmeatblack)  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

As we gear up for a new season, let's revisit some of our favorite stories from the past. Deborah saves her coins and stays with a friend-of-a-friend on a trip. She quickly learns that "you get what you pay for."Kickback with us on Black FridayJoin us on Black Friday for a virtual edition of our beloved live shows.  The Kickback is an immersive, interactive virtual experience that promises an opportunity to relax, unwind, and drift away. We even put together a Vibe Kit - a curated set of goodies from Black-owned businesses to help you set the mood at home. Purchase ticketsFollow us on Instagram (@youhadme.atblack) and Twitter (@youhadmeatblack) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

As we gear up for a new season, let's revisit some of our favorite stories from the past. Kevin (fka Erk tha Jerk) learns the hard way to be careful what you wish forKickback with us on Black FridayJoin us on Black Friday for a virtual edition of our beloved live shows.  The Kickback is an immersive, interactive virtual experience that promises an opportunity to relax, unwind, and drift away. We even put together a Vibe Kit - a curated set of goodies from Black-owned businesses to help you set the mood at home. Purchase ticketsFollow us on Instagram (@youhadme.atblack) and Twitter (@youhadmeatblack)  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

As we gear up for a new season, let's revisit some of our favorite stories from the past. Fed up by the way his grandmother dresses him, 8th grade Meechie joins the BDs, a Chicago-area gang, to buy new clothes.This episode was produced by Stephany Lowe.Kickback with us on Black FridayJoin us on Black Friday for a virtual edition of our beloved live shows.  The Kickback is an immersive, interactive virtual experience that promises an opportunity to relax, unwind, and drift away. We even put together a Vibe Kit - a curated set of goodies from Black-owned businesses to help you set the mood at home. Purchase ticketsFollow us on Instagram (@youhadme.atblack) and Twitter (@youhadmeatblack) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

As we gear up for a new season, let's revisit some of our favorite stories from the past. Newly single after a 5-year relationship ended, she decides to try a new style of dating, and learns more about love than she did in the 5 years prior. This episode was produced by Gabrielle Horton.Rule the world. Tell your storyOur mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." We're accepting story pitches at for our upcoming sea. Submit a pitch.Follow us on Instagram (@youhadme.atblack) and Twitter (@youhadmeatblack) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Eric's trip to Cuba takes an unexpected twist when he's forced to confront skeletons from his past.This story was produced by Martina and Britney Abrahams, scored by Deion Henderson, and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson.Join The KinshipNurture the story within & build your digital community. Join our digital kinship designed for Black folks inspired inspired to use their voices to connect, heal, and liberate. Learn more and sign up.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." We're accepting story pitches at for our upcoming season. Submit a pitch.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Theo, a former child singer, finds himself in a pinch the afternoon of a big audition.This episode was produced by Adizah Eghan.Join The KinshipNurture the story within & build your digital community. Join our digital kinship designed for Black folks inspired inspired to use their voices to connect, heal, and liberate. Learn more and sign up.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." We're accepting story pitches at for our upcoming season. Submit a pitch.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

After his divorce, Marlon takes a retreat and arouses himself in away he never has before.This story was coached by Adizah Eghan and mix and mastered by Miles Dotson.Join The KinshipNurture the story within & build your digital community. Join our digital kinship designed for Black folks inspired inspired to use their voices to connect, heal, and liberate. Learn more and sign up.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." We're accepting story pitches at for our upcoming season. Submit a pitch.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

CeeJaye's one-night hook up results in unexpected and life-altering changes.This story was coached by Adizah Eghan and mixed and mastered by Miles Dotson.Join #TEAMYHMABNurture the story within & build your digital community. Join our digital kinship designed for Black folks inspired inspired to use their voices to connect, heal, and liberate. Learn more and sign up.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." We're accepting story pitches at for our upcoming season. Submit a pitch.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

In our final cycle of our 'At the House' series, we hear seven stories about breaking free from people and situations that didn't serve them.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode.  This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

This week we wanted to lighten the mood and take a peak into your DMs. Partly because we're curious, partly because we're a little messy. Here are four stories about the times something's popped off in the DMsWe pay homage to our ancestors with stories about folklore and urban legends from across the diaspora. Listen to part 2 on While Black podcast on Sunday, July 12.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

We pay homage to our ancestors with stories about folklore and urban legends from across the diaspora. Listen to part 2 on While Black podcast on Sunday, July 12.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

In the midst of this unprecedented uprising, seven people share stories about moments where they experienced complete freedom. Listen to part 2 on While Black podcast on June 28.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Seven people share stories about the times they've resisted, in ways big or small. Let this be a reminder of who you are, and what you're made of. Catch part 2 on the While Black podcast on Sunday, June 14.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

We've changed the topic for the next cycle of At the House to Acts of Resistance. Submit your story by Wednesday, June 3.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Between Teacher Appreciation Week and distance learning, folks have spent more time reflecting on the role teachers played in their lives. We hear from six people about their memorable encounters with teachers. Catch Part 2 on the While Black podcast on Sunday, May 31.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Over the last few weeks, some of us have spent more time with family than we have in a long time. Others have been forced to interact with our family members in new ways. Today we hear from 6 people who learned some cool, quirky, and inspiring things about their family members.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab. At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

The first week of our At the House series is about love. We hear from six people about the times when they knew it was real. Catch Part 2 on the While Black podcast on Sunday, May 3.This episode is sponsored by Idenati. Our listeners can sign-up for free at Idenati.com/yhmab.  The first week of our At the House series is about love. In Part 1, we hear from six people about the times when they knew it was real.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

You Had Me at Black and While Black are teaming up to bring you At the House, a biweekly miniseries inspired by... you know what.  Part One of At the House premiers Wednesday, April 29 on You Had Me at Black. Check out Part Two on While Black on Sunday, May 3.The first week of our At the House series is about love. In Part 1, we hear from six people about the times when they knew it was real.At the House is a collab between You Had Me at Black and While Black. Subscribe to both shows wherever you get your podcasts.Follow @youhadmeatblack and @while_black on social media to get notified about new story calls and episodes.Share your story for a chance to be featured in a future episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Welcome to our Spring Finale. We'll be back with the rest of the season this fall.This week we hear from Regine. One night she wakes up in the middle of the night to her mother screaming. What happens next forces her entire family to confront a new normal.This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us to reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise.This story is produced by Jhodie Williams-Powell and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% volunteer-run and self-funded. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. We launched a fundraising campaign to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Our goal is 100 contributions (just 1% of our audience!) of $10 each day. Make a contribution today: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/100.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Visit youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory for an opportunity to tell yours on our showJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle Play Music: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

This week's story comes from Stephanie, a mother racing against time and the system, to get her kids back. Here's what happened.This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us to reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise.This story is produced by Gabrielle Horton and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% volunteer-run and self-funded. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. We launched a fundraising campaign to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Our goal is 100 contributions (just 1% of our audience!) of $10 each day. Make a contribution today: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/100.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Visit youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory for an opportunity to tell yours on our showJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle Play Music: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

This week’s story comes from Sarah. Newly single after a 5-year relationship ended, she decides to try a new style of dating and learns more about love than she did in the 5 years prior.This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us to reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise.This story is produced by Gabrielle Horton and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% volunteer-run and self-funded. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. We launched a fundraising campaign to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Our goal is 100 contributions (just 1% of our audience!) of $10 each day. Make a contribution today: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/100.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Visit youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory for an opportunity to tell yours on our showJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle Play Music: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Fearing for his life, Mike runs away from his family.This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us to reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise.This story is produced by Britney Abrahams and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% volunteer-run and self-funded. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. We launched a fundraising campaign to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Our goal is 100 contributions (just 1% of our audience!) of $10 each day. Make a contribution today: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/100.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Visit youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory for an opportunity to tell yours on our showJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle Play Music: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Alicia bags a date at the chicken spot, and things pop off.This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise.This story is produced by Rachel Jones and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% self-funded and volunteer-run. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. On March 13 we're launching a fundraising campaign to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Make a contribution today http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/100.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Visit youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory for an opportunity to tell yours on our showJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle Play Music: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Paula's date from Plenty of Fish goes awry and sends her on a journey of self-love and liberation.This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise.This story is produced by Britney Abrahams and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% self-funded and volunteer-run. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. On March 13 we're launching a fundraising campaign to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Make a contribution today http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/100.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Visit youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory for an opportunity to tell yours on our showJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle Play Music: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

Welcome to Season 6 of You Had Me at Black! This week's story comes from Kelly, who grew up in predominantly white Utah. She never knew what her parents did for a living, then one day the cops showed up at her door. This season we recorded all of our stories over Skype, which allowed us reach people in places we wouldn't have been able to otherwise.This story is produced by Rachel Jones and scored, mixed, and mastered by Miles Dotson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% self-funded and volunteer-run. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. On March 13 we're launching a fundraising campaign on Patreon to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Pledge your support today at http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/build.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Visit youhadmeatblack.com/tellastory for an opportunity to tell yours on our showJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle Play Music: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

To countdown to our Season 6 premiere on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons. This week we're rewinding on "You're Not Worth It, But My Light Bill Is" from Season 4! After an inappropriate situation at work, Brea her asserts her right to be the Angry Black Woman.This story is produced by Produced by Jarrod Sport. Music and scoring by Charlie Corpening and Deion Henderson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% self-funded and volunteer-run. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. On March 13 we're launching a fundraising campaign on Patreon to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Pledge your support today at http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/build.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastoryJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherYouTube: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/youtubeConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com

To countdown to our Season 6 premiere on March 6, 2019, we're revisiting some of our favorite stories from earlier seasons, continuing this week with The Medicine of the Mind from Season 3! Mark takes an impromptu and life-changing trip - or what's formally known as an Ayahuasca- in Peru.This story is produced by Produced by Jarrod Sport. Music and scoring by Charlie Corpening and Deion Henderson.About You Had Me at Black -You Had Me at Black is a storytelling movement reclaiming the black narrative by passing the mic to regular people with a story to tell. We do so through a weekly, seasonal podcast and live storytelling events.Become a YHMAB PatronThis show is 100% self-funded and volunteer-run. Our mission is big, and after five seasons, 70 stories and half a million downloads we've just scratched the surface. On March 13 we're launching a fundraising campaign on Patreon to sustain and grow the show for seasons to come. Pledge your support today at http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/build.Rule the world. Tell your story -Our mantra is, "those who tell stories rule the world." Tell yours at youhadmeatblack.com/tellastoryJoin our movement -If you're looking for a community of activists and storytellers to exchange inspiration, work and resources, join us here: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/facebookLIsten everywhereApple Podcasts: www.youhadmeatblack.com/applepodcastsSpotify: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/spotifyGoogle: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/googleStitcher: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/stitcherYouTube: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/youtubeConnect on socialInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/youhadme.atblackTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/youhadmeatblackFacebook: http://www.youhadmeatblack.com/watchJoin The KinshipOur digital community for folks inspired to use storytelling to connect, heal, and liberate. youhadmeatblack.com/kinship This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit youhadmeatblack.substack.com