Black Writer Therapy Podcast
Welcome to the Black Writer Therapy Podcast, a vibrant space for Black women writers to gather, sip tea, and explore the healing power of writing. Join us for candid conversations about the unique experiences and challenges Black authors face in an industry often centered on whiteness. This podcast celebrates the voices and stories of Black women through authentic discussions that foster healing, joy, and sisterhood. Whether you're an established author, an aspiring writer, or a reader who loves books by and about Black women, you'll find inspiration and support here. Our community thrives on the wisdom and experiences of Black women writers, making it a rich resource for book bloggers, bookstagrammers, and booktokers. Tune in to connect with a dynamic literary community and discover how writing can be a powerful tool for personal growth and social change. Join the Black Writer Therapy Podcast and be part of a movement that amplifies the audacious voices of Black women in literature. For inquiries, email us at blackwritertherapy@gmail.com. Copyright © 2023 by Ella Shawn. All rights reserved. This podcast or any portion thereof may not be reproduced or used in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of the owner except for the use of brief quotations in a podcast review. Produced in the United States of America.
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Black women writers, maternal health, storytelling, resilience, healing, community, awards, writing journey, racism, faith
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Black and Indigenous women face alarming maternal death rates.
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How to Survive a Digital Assassination with Danielle Spencer, Federal Whistle Blower
In this episode of Black Writer Therapy, host Ella Shawn welcomes Danielle Spencer, a courageous whistleblower who took on a major corporation. With over twenty years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, and project management, Daniel...
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In this episode of Black Writer Therapy, host Ella Shawn invites Crystal Waller, the creator of The Soft Wife Life, to share her transformative journey from a high-achieving young woman to embracing a lifestyle that fosters harmony and self-awareness. Crystal tells of her evolution from youthful competitive ambition in a small segregated town to the liberating experience at Spelman College, le...
In this engaging session of "Black Writer Therapy," hosted by Ella Shawn, the spotlight shines on Eden Royce, a distinguished guest originally from Charleston, SC is known for her contributions to fantasy, sci-fi, and Southern gothic, horror, and speculative fiction. The conversation explores resilient storytelling, as Eden Royce gets into her healing journey, sharing insights...
Season Three opens with one of the most insightful conversations I've had on this platform. Dr. Katrina Hutchins is a brilliant scholar, author, and business owner. Her passion about positioning your voice for po...
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Host: Ella Shawn
Guest: Karen J. Johnson
Join us for an inspiring and thought-provoking conversation as we kick off the first of three sessions featuring our special guest, Karen J. Johnson. In this episode, Karen delves into the art and craft of expressing the nuances of skin tones in writing, the profound connection between nature and creativity, and the transformative journey of becoming an er...
From Erotic Exploration to Kink: A Candid Talk with Lyvonne Briggs
Parts of this session deal with sensitive subject matter that may disturb some listeners. Protect your healing and honor your journey.
In this episode of the Black Writer Therapy Podcast, host Ella Shawn converses with Lyvonne Briggs, a body- and sex-positive womanist preacher and podcast host. They discuss the importance of listening to intuition, healing tr...
Navigating Writing and Pharmacy: Ella Shine in Conversation with EeJay Eneckwa
Ella Shine interviews EeJay Eneckwa, a pharmacist and published author, about her journey from Nigeria to America at a young age, her passion for pharmacy, and her experiences writing. They discuss the challenges of being a black woman in both the writing and medical fields, the importance of intentional writing, and how storytelling can be cathartic. EeJ...
Content Warning: This Black Writer Therapy podcast session deals with sensitive subject matter that some may find difficult to listen to and others may be triggered. I urge you to protect your healing and your peace.
Host, Ella Shawn chats with Dr. Vanessa Guyton, founder and CEO of the HUSH No More nonprofit. She is a survivor of military assault and decided to turn her pain into healing for others who have been affected by the HU...
It's Never a Question of Experience with Emanuelle Marachal
In this session of Black Writer Therapy, Ella Shawn welcomes freelance fashion writer and curator of the Journal de Curioso (The Curious Journal) Substack Newsletter, Emanuelle Marachal, a Cameroonian-French expat living in South Italy.
Ella and Emanuelle cover the gambit regarding writing as diasporic African women writers, the global disconnect between European blacks, an...
Ella Shawn Creating Through Chaos: Natasha Bishop on Tenacity and Authenticity in Writing
In a heartfelt episode of the Black Writer Therapy Podcast, host Ella Shawn welcomes indie contemporary romance author Natasha Bishop for a candid conversation about writing, healing, and the power of storytelling. They explore Natasha's writing journey, her experience with self-publishing, and the challenges she faces as a Black woman w...
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For the Love of Liberty: Twin Writers Lean into the Past to Understand the Present
In this heartfelt session, host Ella speaks with Suzette Riddick and Suzette D. Harrison, affectionately known as 'the twins.' They discuss their new collaborative series, Generations, which tells the intertwined stories of African American families across different eras.
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