Hi everybody,
I’m back with a brand new conversation, and believe me when I say it’s come right on time. Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th president will take place on January 20, coinciding with Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The timing presents challenges for many people, given what he and his campaign have said about the Black community and how those comments have put people in danger. As a result, in the wake of the 2024 elections, many are looking for ways to find peace and create safe spaces.
This week, I’m excited to welcome Josh Rivers to AudioDiaspora. He has been building safe spaces throughout his career. And he’s done this using storytelling as a tool. He’s also the host of the podcast "Busy Being Black,” which explores and celebrates the richness of queer Black lives.
At the start of each show, he asks a simple yet poignant question: "How is your heart?" And I haven’t heard a disappointing answer - so when he joined me, I asked him the same question. Tune in to see what he said. I will say that the conversation that followed was rich, complex - and intimate.
Josh told me about his decision to leave a stable job to pursue his passion, the importance of authenticity over quick monetization, and the strength found in the community. If you’re uncertain about your purpose, this conversation may inspire you to embrace your journey and foster connections.
You can follow Busy Being Black on IG.
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