The Blk Powerhouse Podcast
The Blk Powerhouse Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Blk Powerhouse Podcast, where we explore the publishing industry through the lens of Black voices. Whether you’re a writer, author, publisher, bookseller, librarian, or book influencer, this podcast is for anyone navigating the world of books—from the page to the bookshelf and beyond. We’ll tackle everything from how to break into the industry, to building lasting careers, to making meaningful connections in an ever-evolving field—and, most importantly, how we, as Black people in this space, can work together to create the equitable changes we need to see.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores diverse themes within the publishing industry with a focus on Black voices, addressing topics such as how to break into publishing, building lasting careers, and fostering meaningful connections. For example, episodes cover the influence of HBCUs on publishing, navigating microaggressions, and the value of sales skills to succeed.
Welcome to The Blk Powerhouse Podcast, where we explore the publishing industry through the lens of Black voices. Whether you’re a writer, author, publisher, bookseller, librarian, or book influencer, this podcast is for anyone navigating the world of books—from the page to the bookshelf and beyond. We’ll tackle everything from how to break into the industry, to building lasting careers, to making meaningful connections in an ever-evolving field—and, most importantly, how we, as Black people in this space, can work together to create the equitable changes we need to see.
This episode highlights the challenges and triumphs of Black voices in the publishing industry, featuring insights from Malaika about her journey from an HBCU student to a seasoned publishing professional. Our conversation touches on navigating micro aggressions, the importance of sales skills, and the value of building genuine relationships in a predominantly white industry.
• Examining the impact of HBCUs on Black publishing
• Discussing early aspirations and career paths in publishing
• Understanding the importance of sales skills in the industry
• Building genuine relationships and maintaining connections
• Navigating cultural shock in corporate publishing environments
• The transition from corporate roles to independent publishing
• Exploring the dynamics of celebrity imprints in the industry
• The advantages that independent publishers hold over corporate ones
• Balancing multiple roles and the opportunities they present
• Addressing microaggressions and strategies for resilience
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