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Ep 6 - Black Girl Magic: Representation in Media & Children's Literature
05/19/2025
Ep 6 - Black Girl Magic: Representation in Media & Children's Literature
In this inspiring episode of the Black Girls Can Talk Podcast, host Dr. DaJaneil McCree sits down with Breana Ross, a passionate journalist and advocate for authentic Black storytelling, to discuss the power of Black representation in media and children’s literature. This conversation is a must-watch for Black women, Black female professionals, Black authors, and anyone committed to amplifying Black voices in storytelling, journalism, and publishing. Breana shares her journey in journalism as a Black woman, the challenges of breaking into media spaces that lack diversity, and why representation in children’s books is critical for shaping identity, building confidence, and fostering hope in young Black girls. Whether you're a Black woman in business, a graduate student, an entrepreneur, or someone who simply cares about changing the narrative, this episode will encourage you to speak up, write boldly, and create space for Black girl magic to shine. We explore how media can heal or harm, how storytelling empowers, and how every story told by a Black woman adds to a richer, more honest world. Don't miss this important discussion on equity, identity, and legacy. Like, share, and subscribe to keep the conversation going around Black women’s empowerment and representation. (3:51) - Breana's Origin in Journalism (6:57) - Being a Black Woman in Media (13:39) - Writing a Children's Book (18:50) - Founding a Non-Profit (27:28) - Words of Advice
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