Podcasts to listen to during Black History Month UK & beyond

The History Hotline by Deanna Lyncook

The History Hotline is a fantastic treasure trove of UK Black history delivered by history scholar Deanna Lyncook. Described as: "A space to have honest conversations about Black history and how it impacts the world we live in. We're here to explore some of the facets of Black history ignored by the mainstream, your teachers and the textbooks."

Black British Lives Matter

A podcast investigating what it means to be Black in Britain today, from exposing the racism to celebrating the joy in every walk of life. Sir Lenny Henry and Marcus Ryder sit down with prominent Black British figures and explore the simple question: How do we make Black British Lives Matter?

The Blackwash

Black history educator Kayne Kawasaki’s podcast explores social issues through a cultural and historical lens.

Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle & End

Mo Gilligan's Beginning, Middle and End, a brand new immersive podcast interview series from the triple BAFTA-winning mega-star Mo Gilligan, in which he interviews some of his favourite big-name stars on the moments that made them and the legacies they want to leave.

Dope Black Mums

The Dope Black Mums podcast exists as a digital safe space for Black women to navigate motherhood together. It's a bi weekly insight into the experience of UK Black mums - with inspirational guests, insightful topics, eye-opening honesty and lots of laughter. It's open to everyone. Whether you identify as a Dope Black Mum, Dad, Woman or Man, if you are raising Dope Black little people or if you would just like to learn more about a different culture or perspective.

Say Your Mind

Hosted by Kelechi Okafor and broadcast every Monday. The Say Your Mind podcast is a unique and hilarious take on Kelechi's take on Tarot, current events and pop culture sprinkled with bad language and an abundance of straws. Opening her show with a tarot reading before dishing out upbeat life advice to her listeners and blasting the week's most problematic figure in her 'Straw Of The Week' feature.

The Receipts

The Receipts is a fun, honest podcast hosted by Tolly, Milena and Audrey who are willing to talk about anything and everything. The weekly podcast revolves around issues ranging from relationships and situationships to race and religion and everyday life experiences that listeners have sent in for the hosts to discuss. Well-known personalities feature on the show and the podcast has been nominated for several awards. Plus their The Receipts: Official Slay Spotify list aren't too bad either!

Dope Black Dads

The Dope Black Dads Podcast is an adult-only podcast for all parents or adults preparing for parenthood. Led by Marvyn Harrison with contributions from the Dope Black Dads leadership as well as a host of special guests from the world of healing, media, parenting, TV/film, music, and beyond. They discuss everything from co-parenting, masculinity, and the Black experience all the way to their favourite Netflix show. Don't listen if you're expecting conversations about nappies!

The Know Your Caribbean Podcast

The Know Your Caribbean Podcast, hosted by Fiona Compton, explores the history, culture, food, and music of the Caribbean, with episodes featuring guests and fan-favourite segments like "Gangsta Stories from the Caribbean". Founded in 2017, the platform and podcast aim to educate and empower audiences by providing a deeper understanding of the region's heritage and fostering cultural connections and conversations among different Caribbean communities. 

About Race with Reni Eddo-Lodge

Award winning British journalist and author one-off podcast series is a deep dive into the conversations covered in her book 'Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People Race. Delivering a deep dive into racial injustice and feminism, expect well-delivered and considered investigations. An educational and entertaining listen, this podcast requires your full attention.

Photo credits: The History Hotline. Spotify/Deanna Lyncook