Our Culture, Our Stories
Shifting the narrative
Within our shifting political and social surroundings, the telling of Black stories is more important than ever. Our Culture, Our Stories is new podcast series from the NAACP offering an unfiltered, safe space for celebrities, authors, actors, musicians, and activists to share stories of triumph and unity. It celebrates excellence, but also navigates creative challenges and fosters community strength.
We're amplifying the voices of those who are shaping the future of culture, activism, and representation - inspiring the next generations of storytellers and satisfying the global audiences who crave their craft.
Ep. 8: Our Culture, Our Stories with Mike Jackson
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett
Rep. Jasmine Crockett emphasizes the significance of multicultural collaboration in driving social progress, illustrating how unity propels us forward.
Kelvin Harrison Jr.
From his rise in Hollywood to the roots that keep him grounded, award-winning actor Kelvin Harrison Jr. opens up about the layers that make up his story.
Tyler Lepley
Actor Tyler Lepley talks about the craft, the culture, and the journey within. Known for his standout performances in film and TV he opens up about the deeper meaning behind his art and the life experiences that continue to shape him
Rep. Maxine Waters
Congresswoman Maxine Waters dives into legacy, leadership, and the fight for justice. From her groundbreaking political career to the deep importance of Black representation in media and the arts, Rep. Waters reflects on the moments that shaped her — and the battles that still lie ahead.
Scott Evans
In Part 2 of our recap of the 56th NAACP Image Awards, Access Hollywood co-anchor Scott Evans shares his firsthand experience of Image Awards week and provides insight to the moving and shaking of Black Hollywood's biggest night.
Angelique Jackson
Angelique Jackson, Senior Entertainment Writer at Variety shares her firsthand experience of the events of Image Awards week and provides insight to the moving and shaking of Black Hollywood's biggest night!
Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michelle Bathe
Actors Sterling K. Brown and Ryan Michele Bathe dive into the power of an NAACP Image Award and community, get deep on the craft of acting, and get very real about their faith in God
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Black entertainers serve as proxies on behalf of a 42-million member community that consistently generates brilliant cultural assets ravenously consumed around the world. Their tenacity, resilience, and undeniable talent produce remarkable renderings of Black life that principally shape mainstream culture.
- Kyle Bowser, NAACP Hollywood Bureau Senior Vice President