Dawud Anyabwile is a renowned comic book artist and illustrator known for his dynamic and culturally resonant work. With a distinctive style that blends realism and fluidity, Anyabwile has made significant contributions to the world of graphic

From the Pitch to the Pages: Channing Chasten:'s Journey to Inspire Young Minds

Apr 2nd, 2024 31m 39s

Channing Chasten, a professional footballer, shared his love for reading and how his mother encouraged him. He discussed his journey as a multisport athlete, including soccer, lacrosse, baseball, and track, and how his desire to stand out influ

Black Music Month with special guest Bakari Kitwana

Jun 28th, 2022 1h 6m

Knowledge Reigns SupremeJoin us this Black Music Month with special guest Bakari Kitwana and let's talk about 'Leveraging MC Dreams Towards Literacy'.Black culture encapsulates a colorful oral tradition that can be seen in the West African tr

We Are Here Lit! Interviews Author & Researcher Dr. Alfred Tatum

Jun 8th, 2022 51m 17s

Join us as we talk about his latest publication: Teaching Black Boys in the Elementary Grades: Advanced Disciplinary Reading and Writing to Secure Their Futures, growing up in Chicago, his reading habits, the influence of public libraries, and

Author & Educator Desmond Williams

Apr 22nd, 2022 1h 2m

The Burning House: Educating Black Boys in Modern America by Desmond WilliamsJoin us as we speak to Educator & Author Desmond Williams and discuss literacy, being an administrator, and deconstructing the educational system, and what it takes

We Are Here Lit! interviews Award-Winning Author Carole Boston Weatherford in honor of Women's History Month!

Apr 2nd, 2022 56m 41s

We will celebrate her space in children's literature as an author who has given voice to Black historical people and places for all to learn. We also learn about her influence on her son Jeffery who is a Poet, MC, and Illustrator.--- Send i

We Are Here Lit! interviews Dr Nathaniel Bryan

Jan 15th, 2022 39m 52s

Join We Are Here Lit! as we talk to Dr. Nathaniel Bryan and his new book Toward a BlackBoyCrit Pedagogy: Black Boys, Male Teachers, and Early Childhood Classroom Practices. We also discuss Dr. Bryan's educational and literacy journey, supportin

Dr Guy A. Sims

Dec 4th, 2021 1h 11m

Dr. Guy Sims, Philly native, co-creator of the critically acclaimed Brotherman comics books takes time to share his story with us! He is a frequent collaborator with his brother, illustrator Dawud Anyabwile. He adapted Walter Dean Myers' book

Just Us Book Publishers Cheryl & Wade Hudson!

Nov 20th, 2021 1h 4m

Publishers Cheryl and Wade Hudson, of Just Us Books, will discuss their critically acclaimed new releases 'Recognize' and 'Defiant' and also talk about supporting Black publishers, authors, and bookstores this holiday season.--- Send in a

Scholar-Athlete James to interview Track Olympian and Businessman Kenny Selmon

Nov 20th, 2021 12m 11s

Join us as We Are Here Lit! invites guest interviewer Middle School Scholar-Athlete James to interview Track Olympian and Businessman Kenny Selmon about discovering track, being in the Olympics, balancing school and athletics, defining your ide

ILoveBooks.Org's Jonathan Beatty

Nov 7th, 2021 57m 53s

Join us as we talk to Jonathan Beatty, author of the Newsweek opinion piece The Challenge of Defeating Illiteracy in America and Founder of I Love Books. We’ll discuss how we can end illiteracy through cross-sector collaboration, collective pro

Ray Anthony Shepard

Oct 30th, 2021 1h 5m

We Are Here Lit! shares our interview with acclaimed Author, Historian, and Educator Ray Anthony Shepard.An insightful journey, Mr. Shepard will share his literacy story, his path as an Educator to a noted Author sharing the importance criti

R.E.A.D. Books With Joziah!

Oct 16th, 2021 16m 18s

Please spend some time with We Are Here: A Literary Spacy For Black Boys and Young Black Men as we talk to Joziah about reading and making a podcast. This young man is talented!If you would like to make a podcast, please check the following l

Rev. Dr. Michael Waters

Oct 2nd, 2021 59m 42s

Hip Hop, Spirituality, Social Justice, Young Black Males & Literacy????Yes, all in one conversation, you definitely must hear.Rev. Dr. Michael Waters, the author of For Beautiful Black Boys Who Believe in a Better World, will be the featured

Black Male Librarians: Our Stories Advocating for Children & Literacy

Sep 24th, 2021 1h 12m

Topics about literacy and Black males infrequently present the narratives from their voices and stance. Join us to hear the perspectives of Black male librarians as they discuss their narratives advocating as children’s librarians and community

Brothers With Books Interview

Sep 18th, 2021 1h 11m

We Are Here: A Literacy Space for Black boys young Black men features an insightful and engaging interview with Community Literacy Advocates, Brothers with Books.Kevin Isabelle-Peete and Isiah Cudjoe talk about their reading and literacy expe

Aiden Taylor, author of Me & My Afro

Sep 4th, 2021 7m 33s

Aiden shares his inspiration for writing the book, his future plans as an author, and his thoughts for other young authors, among other topics.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weareherelit/message

The State of young Black males & Literacy

Aug 28th, 2021 1h 8m

Celebrated #blackboylit creatives Gordon James (Illustrator), Wade Hudson (Publisher & Author), and Tony Medina (Author) about literacy and motivating Black boys and young Black men to read.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.sp

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