We're launching a new  podcast, Reading in Black, and you have been invited to listen to our first episode! This podcast is a labor of love.

On this first episode, we discuss the new children's book You So Black by author Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D. and illustrator London Ladd.

Highlights from our conversation:

• Books that made our guest feel seen
• Influence of families on their work
• Inspiration to be a creator
• Book recommendations

About Reading in Black:
We’re going to dive deep into the conversation on Black identity and exploring the impact of Black children’s literature on how not only Black children see themselves but how literature that is written and illustrated and published by Black creators can make an impact on society on by pushing forth narratives that are authentic and empowering.  

Join us for interesting conversations with Black creators, celebrate our stories and storytellers and maybe find a new book to add to your collection.

The new podcast launches January 2023. 

Books mentioned in episode:

• Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters by John Steptoe
• Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hammer by Carole Boston Weatherford (Author) and Ekua Holmes (Illustrator) 
• Dr. Marvellus Djinn's Odd Scholars by B. Sharise Moore

Guest social media:

• Theresa that S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D:https://www.instagram.com/london.ladd/
• London Ladd: https://www.instagram.com/london.ladd/

English Transcript available for this episode. Please note that transcription may have errors due to use of A.I. transcription

This is part 2 of our discussion about addressing gun violence. We're joined by Dr. Chinonyelum Obih. 

Resources discussed during episode:

• Current Causes of Death in Children and Adolescents in the United States
• Racial Disparities in Child Exposure to Firearm Violence Before and During COVID-19
• WCAAP Statement on Recent Acts of Violence in the U.S.
• Alliance on Gun Responsibility
• Washington State Firearm Tragedy Prevention Network
• Safer Homes Coalition

In this bonus episode we're talking about addressing gun violence. The recent tragedies in Buffalo, New York and Uvalde, Texas as well as new reports have brought to the attention that immediate action is needed to address gun violence.  We're joined by special guests Dr. Sonia Khan and Abiba Salahou to talk about the issues.

Resources

• History of Brady Bill
• HealthyChildren.org Parent Resources

Data sources shared during this episode:

• https://www.npr.org/2022/05/28/1101307932/texas-shooting-uvalde-gun-violence-children-teenagers
• https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/02/03/what-the-data-says-about-gun-deaths-in-the-u-s/
• https://www.everytown.org/issues/gun-violence-black-americans/
• https://www.childrensdefense.org/state-of-americas-children/soac-2021-gun-violence/