The podcast industry has evolved from a nerdy endeavor no one cared about into a $1 billion market that has completely changed the entertainment landscape. Podcasting broke down barriers for Black creatives to have their often silenced voices heard; all you need to host a podcast is recording equipment, an internet connection, and opinions. As a result, there has been nothing short of a Black renaissance in the podcast industry, where retired rappers, stay-at-home parents, ex-convicts, and 9-to-5 workers can speak their truth to power and connect with (potentially) millions who feel the same way.
From Dave Chappelle sharing more jokes on his Midnight Miracle podcast than anywhere else in 2021, to Black businessmen Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings equipping Black people with financial literacy, here are nine of the best Black podcasts to help you get your life right.
