Alt-Black Podcast

Melananime

With the release of Cannon Busters on Netflix, we turn our focus to black characters in anime. We go over our obvious faves, the characters who are black in always but coloring, where our brown brethren fit in, and black character tropes. Plus, Disney is definitely getting this coin... & moose knuckles. InstaBae: Raychill Smith | @raychillster Local Business: Hanifa | @hanifaofficial Takeaway Question: - What off-color character do you think is actually black? * Follow us: @altblackpod * Email us: altblackpodcast@gmail.com * Website & Subscribe: altblackpodcast.com

Culture Sculptures (Feat. Murjoni Merriweather)

This week on Alt-Black we have on a wonderfully delightful local sculpture artist. We talk about creating art that reflects what YOU know, the process for creating sculpture art, and why you should let your mama follow you on Instagram. Plus, hear why Eric got twitter banned for nothing at all.... Guest: Murjoni Merriweather | @mvrjoni InstaBae: Theresa | @theresachromati Local Business: Impact Hub | @impacthub_baltimore Takeaway Question: - What have you re-purposed your kitchen for? * Follow us: @altblackpod * Email us: altblackpodcast@gmail.com * Website & Subscribe: altblackpodcast.com

Cemetery Workers' Comp

We on that creepy sh*t this week as we take a look at Maryland/Baltimore's long turbulent history with the paranormal and serial killers. Demons got Eric shook. Sam is a little too excited by murder... I advise not eating while listening. InstaBae: Medianoche | @_medianoche_ Local Business: Field of Screams Maryland | screams.org Takeaway Question: - Have you ever witnessed paranormal activity? * Follow us: @altblackpod * Email us: altblackpodcast@gmail.com * Website & Subscribe: altblackpodcast.com

Zines, Scenes & Things

You've got skills, your friends have skills.. why not bring those skills together to achieve your goals?? That's what we're discussing this week, as we dive into the world of art collectives. Plus, listen to us geek over these MCU moves!! Ahhh!! Guest: Liss | @tort.gurl InstaBae: Sachi | @chibith0t Local Business: Fully Grown | @fullygrownbmore Takeaway Question: - What would be the name of your collective?? * Follow us: @altblackpod * Email us: altblackpodcast@gmail.com * Website & Subscribe: altblackpodcast.com

B.U.F.U

Get your freedman dance on! This year Juneteenth seems to be a bigger deal than it has in previous years. We look into why it's more popular in some areas, some dope ways it's celebrated, the controversy over when to recognize it, and of course... whyt people whyt people'in. InstaBae: Tabria Majors | @tabriamajors Local Business: Bengies Drive-In I | @bengies1956 Takeaway Question: - What tradition should we have for Juneteenth? * Follow us: @altblackpod * Email us: altblackpodcast@gmail.com * Website & Subscribe: altblackpodcast.com