Ep. 55: Gettin’ Free! : A Juneteenth Collaboration of Your Favorite Black Podcasts
Release Date: 06/19/2023
Ep. 65: Diversity in African Fashion with Jacqueline Brown
Black Fashion History
Dive into the world of African fashion with Jacqueline Brown in this episode of the Black Fashion History Podcast! From her British-Jamaican roots to her pioneering role with Africa Fashion Guide, Jacqueline discusses the diversity in African fashion and shares her passion for textiles and sustainable fashion. Discover how she navigates ethical challenges, empowers artisans, and envisions Africa as a global leader in fashion sustainability. Don't miss her insights on preserving traditional fabrics and the storytelling power of African fashion. For more on Jacqueline Brown, visit ....
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Ep. 64: Preserving the Rich Legacy of African Style History with Tosin Adeosun
Black Fashion History
In this episode, Taniqua Martin interviews Tosin Adeosun, the brilliant mind behind the African Style Archive! Discover Tosin's own style journey, her deep dive into African fashion history, and how she's preserving this rich cultural heritage. Learn about the pioneers of African fashion and the importance of documenting these vibrant stories. For more on Tosin Adeosun and the African Style Archive: & on Instagram. Join the conversation on , YouTube, or your favorite streaming platform!
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Ep. 63: The Evolution of African Fashion: Past, Present and Future with Ken Kweku Nimo
Black Fashion History
In this episode of the Black Fashion History, Taniqua Martin sits down with Ken Kweku Nimo, an author and expert in African fashion and material culture. From Ghana to South Africa, Ken shares his inspiring journey, discussing how his experiences have shaped his unique perspective on African fashion history. Dive into the impact of colonization, the resurgence of indigenous practices, and the global potential of African fashion. Don't miss this enlightening conversation! For more on Ken: Watch now on www.blackfashionhistory.com, , or your favorite...
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Black History Month Special : Interview with Linda Ann Dixon, the Great Granddaughter of Ann Lowe
Black Fashion History
In this special Black History Month episode, Taniqua speaks with Linda Ann Dixon about the legacy of her great grandmother Ann Lowe.
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Ep. 61: How Dorothea Towles Church Became the First Black Woman to Model for Major European Fashion Houses
Black Fashion History
Dorothea Towles Church spent over five years in Europe during the 1950s, modeling for designers like Christian Dior, Elsa Schiaparelli, Robert Piguet, Jacques Fath, Pierre Balmain and more. As the first Black woman to model for major European fashion houses, Church used her gifts and access to help othe black women learn about the fashion industry and give back to her community. Taniqua dives into the career of Dorothea Church. Black Fashion Spotlight: Episode Sources/Further Reading: Follow us on IG: @
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Ep. 60: "Donyale Luna: Supermodel" - HBO Max Documentary Recap
Black Fashion History
Donyale Luna is the first Black supermodel to appear on a Vogue magazine cover, yet not much is known about her as a barrier breaking model. Taniqua recaps the recent HBO documentary on the life of Donyale Luna. Share you thoughts . Follow us on IG: @
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Ep. 59: How Rosemary E. Miller Reed Became the Only Black Woman Boutique Owners in DC in 1966
Black Fashion History
In 1966, Rosemary E. Reed-Miller followed her interest in fashion and opened Toast and Strawberries,a boutique overlooking Dupont Circle. When Toast and Strawberries opened, she was the only Black woman boutique owner in DC at the time. In this episode, Taniqua dives into her life and career in fashion. Black Fashion Spotlight: Watch the full show . Episode Sources:
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Ep. 58: How Audrey Weaver's Career Blossomed as a Scarf and Technical Designer
Black Fashion History
Audrey Weaver is a designer that creates hand-crafted artisan scarves and hats & accessories located in the New York City area. Over the past years, she has received editorial credits for her designs in publications such as The New York Times, Essence Magazine, Glamour, and Women’s Wear Daily as well as being featured in The Oprah Winfrey Show, CrazySexyCool: The TLC Story and more. In past years, the scarves have been sold in boutiques and departments stores across the country. Taniqua speaks with Audrey Weaver about her career as a scarf designer, technical designer and...
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Ep. 57: The History and Impact of Fashion Shows in the Black American Community
Black Fashion History
Fashion shows have a deep rooted history in Black American culture. While we didn’t invent fashion shows, we have surely used them to celebrate our beauty, support our causes, make political statements and so much more. In this episode, Taniqua shares a brief overview of the history of these shows in Black communities and how it's impacted the culture. Follow us on IG: @ Episode Sources/Further Reading: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
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Ep. 56: [NEW SEASON] Behind the Scenes of Winterthur Museum's "Ann Lowe: American Couturier" Exhibit with Elizabeth Way and Alexandra Deutsch
Black Fashion History
Many people know Ann Lowe as the designer of gowns for America's most prominent society women, including Jacqueline Kennedy. Winterthur Museum is marking the legacy of Ann Lowe with the largest exhibition of her work to date, featuring 40 iconic gowns, many that have never been on public display. The exhibition will also feature the work of contemporary Black couturiers like B Michael, Tracy Reese, Amsale Aberra, and Bishme Cromartie. Taniqua speaks with Elizabeth Way, associate curator at The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology and guest curator of the exhibition, and Director of...
info_outlineGettin’ Free! : A Juneteenth Collaboration brought to you by Sistas Who Kill: A True Crime Podcast. We know that history is told from the side of the victors, but that leaves room for misinformation and false narratives.
We are on a mission to change that.
11 Black podcasts have come together to reclaim our history and tell it our way - flavor and all. Welcome to a chronological journey to get free. Learn where we’ve come, what we’ve overcome, and how much further we need to go.
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54:03 Journey to Launch
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