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February 5, 2025 39 mins
In this episode of Dope Interviews, host Warren Shaw sits down with Angel Livas, award-winning producer, media expert, and founder of the Alive Podcast Network. Angel shares her journey in media, the challenges of launching a tech platform as a non-technical founder, and how she’s amplifying Black voices in podcasting. She also drops gems on podcast monetization strategies, the rise of faith-based podcasting, and the importance of collaboration among Black creators.

💡 Topics Covered:
How Angel built the largest Black-owned podcast network
The challenges of tech development as a non-technical founder
Why audio quality, consistency, and passion are key for podcasters
The future of video podcasts vs. traditional audio podcasts
Insights on podcast monetization & direct creator support

00:00 - Intro & Welcome to Dope Interviews
00:08 - Meet Angel Livas – Award-winning producer & Alive Podcast Network founder
01:06 - Overcoming challenges as a non-technical founder
06:51 - Self-taught vs. formal education in media & tech
10:13 - Why Angel started the Alive Podcast Network
14:05 - The importance of Black voices in podcasting
19:45 - Prizepicks: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS
21:38 - Major milestones & impact of the Alive Podcast Network
24:17 - NEW ANNOUNCEMENT: Alive & Faith – Supporting churches & faith-based creators
25:20 - What makes a great podcast? (Audio, consistency, passion)
29:06 - The rise of video podcasts vs. traditional audio storytelling
32:25 - Angel’s advice for aspiring podcasters & Black entrepreneurs
33:51 - Dream podcast: Angel & Jesus on forgiveness
35:24 - Exclusive announcement: Alive Podcast Network x 19 Media Group Collaboration




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