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The power of media is around us on a daily basis whether its TV, radio, magazines, websites, podcasts or online videos. According to emarketer.com the average US adult spends about 12 hours and 7 minutes a day consuming media. Subsequently, when it comes to Black media we’ve seen a switch from Black-owned media to Black targeted media. This can be found with publications such as Huntington Post who’ve created Black Voices to appeal to Black audiences. However, over the past decade due to the advent of social media has allowed new voices to gain access to audiences who in the past they could never reach. This has caused somewhat of a resurgence of independent Black media voices by giving them the opportunity to be heard even without corporate backing. Today there are numerous Black voices who not only speak truth to power, but educate their audience on information and issues facing the Black community. In no particular order here are 11 independent Black media voices who are using their platforms to educate, empower and provide valuable content.

1. Zo Williams

Zo Williams host of two radio shows The ZoWhat? Morning Show and The Voice of Reason. Williams utilizes his platform to ask the tough questions i.e. “Should American policy-makers consider taking down all symbols of past slavery in order to help America as a whole move past racism?” You can listen to The ZoWhat? Morning Show and The Voice of Reason on Dash Radio or visit TheZoWhatShow YouTube channel.

2. Black Agenda Report

Black Agenda Report is a news, analysis and commentary website from the Black left perspective. Launched by Glen Ford and the entire writing team from BlackCommentator.com. Black Agenda Report has become a go to place for African-Americans to learn about news, politics and social issues that are facing our community. BAP also hosts a weekly radio show where Glen Ford, along with his co-host Nellie Bailey share news and analysis of the week.

3. WURD Radio

WURD is the only Black-owned radio station in Pennsylvania, serving as the pulse of Philadelphia’s Black community by providing information that educates, uplifts and inspires. WURD has diverse programming options supporting progressive Black thought and activism locally and nationally.

4. The Advise Show

The Advise Show hosted by Phillip Scott is a video radio show where Phil talks about various news stories and topics that affect the Black community. His tagline “media with a common sense approach” makes his content relatable to his audience. The Advise show is a break from propaganda and mainstream news where often time the focus is profit over people. You can find The Advise Show on YouTube.

5. Thought Crimez

Curated by Prince and Sincere Thought Crimez is YouTube channel where the hosts discuss hip-hop, comedy, politics, entertainment, animation and more. Prince and Sin give their unique perceptive on every topic or news story they discuss utilizing a refreshing approach to commentary.

6. Black Power 96

Black Power 96 is a non-commercial radio station owned and controlled by the black community of south St. Petersburg, Florida. Black Power 96 uses their platform to discuss local, national and world news. Listen live to Black Power 96 by visiting their website.

7. Poor People’s Radio KPOO – FM 89.5

KPOO is an independent listener-sponsored noncommercial radio station founded by Poor People’s Radio, Inc. KPOO’s mission is to open the airwaves to the disenfranchised and undeserved people by providing the community with broadcasts news, public meetings, election, live events, interviews and much more.

8. The Sabrae Show Live

The Sabrae Show is a podcast hosted by Sabrae Demby along with her co-hosts Yatta, Sean and Jameel. They give their unique perspective on anything from Black empowerment, politics, news, relationships and anything that concerns the Black community. You can find the show on SoundCloud, Apple Podcast and YouTube.

9. Black Pill Radio

Bill Pill Radio delivers conscious commentary on politics, current events and issues affecting the Black community. You can listen live every first and third Sunday morning from 10 – 11 AM EST.

10. Black and Intellectual

Black and Intellectual founded by Brian Lewis is a progressive website born during the 2016 election season. Along with the website Lewis also has a YouTube channel where he gives commentary on news, politics and social issues.

11. Necessary Blackness Podcast

Necessary Blackness Podcast hosted by Rahiem Shabazz is an podcast that discuss various topics from politics, school to prison pipeline, Black wealth and education. You can find it on ITunes or Google Play.

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