6 Podcasts to Keep You Informed On "The Culture"

Over the years, podcasting has transformed into the phenomenon we know today. Along with the new trends and technology advancement, International Podcast Day has flourished as well. In 2014 National Podcast Day kicked off a celebration with six full hours of broadcasting. Founded by Steve Lee, the holiday evolved into what we know today with the help of his team. When the positive impact of international podcasting became apparent, the holiday was renamed and is now known as International Podcast Day. Between 2015 and 2019, countless hours have been broadcasted around the world. And as a result, ushering in podcasters and industry leaders from 70 countries to connect or collaborate. To celebrate the day, here's a lineup of podcasts you won't want to miss.

Code Switch offers conversations regarding race, ethnicity, and culture from a multicultural perspective. Journalists Shereen Marisol Meraji and Gene Demby are the hosts.

What's CODE SWITCH? It's the fearless conversations about race that you've been waiting for! Hosted by journalists of color, our podcast tackles the subject of race head-on. We explore how it impacts every part of society — from politics and pop culture to history, sports and everything in between. This podcast makes ALL OF US part of the conversation — because we're all part of the story.

Hosted by Brittany Luse and Eric Eddings, The Nod digs deep into issues that directly connect with people of color.

The Nod tells the stories of Black life that don’t get told anywhere else, from an explanation of how purple drink became associated with Black culture to the story of how an interracial drag troupe traveled the nation in the 1940s. We celebrate the genius, the innovation, and the resilience that is so particular to being Black -- in America, and around the world.

The Read shares insight from Kid Fury and Crissle on our culture while also pushing the betterment of our people with the promotion of mental health and the need for therapy.

Join bloggers Kid Fury and Crissle for their weekly podcast covering hip-hop and pop culture's most trying stars. Throwing shade and spilling tea with a flippant and humorous attitude, no star is safe from Fury and Crissle unless their name is Beyoncé. (Or Blue Ivy.)

Along with fellow activists, DeRay Mckesson examines news, culture, social justice, and politics as he delves into current events that uniquely impact minorities on Pod Save The People.

Organizer and activist DeRay Mckesson explores news, culture, social justice, and politics with analysis from Sam Sinyangwe, Kaya Henderson, and De’Ara Balenger. Then he sits down for deep conversations with experts, influencers, and diverse local and national leaders. New episodes every Tuesday.

Discover your true potential when tuning in to The Gifted Connection Podcast with Nathan McClinton. As a Millennial Inspirational Enthusiast, McClinton hopes for listeners to discover their God-given talents and become the best version of themselves.

Nathan McClinton is a Millennial Inspirational Enthusiast committed to helping you shatter your untapped potential and live out your dreams!

The Gifted Connection is your safe place to live, learn, grow, and BECOME your best self! Join me, as I help you to live out your full potential through the expression of your God given Gift! Your Gift is about to Make ROOM for you. The question is...are you ready?

The Joe Budden Podcast is hosted by Joe Budden and his friends Rory and Mal. The show is primarily a hip-hop podcast, but other topics such as basketball, politics, social issues and the music industry in general are regularly discussed. The show will occasionally feature musicians or music industry guests.

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Source: International Podcast Day.com