Hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum, and Tiffany Cross discuss the meaning of 'Native Land', critique mainstream news, explore media representation for marginalized voices, and highlight the importance of authenticity and liberation in media.
Title 'Native Land Pod' symbolizes heritage, inclusivity, and reclaiming space.
Deep dives
Impacts of Cable News Programming on Viewers
The podcast delves into the negative effects of mainstream cable news, highlighting how it often prioritizes sensationalism and fear-mongering, leading viewers to feel repulsed, frustrated, and disconnected. The speakers discuss how mainstream media caters to a specific demographic, primarily white and older, potentially excluding diverse perspectives and perpetuating biases. They emphasize the importance of creating alternative spaces like the podcast to provide platforms for authentic, unfiltered conversations and diverse voices that challenge conventional news narratives.
The Significance of 'Native Land Pod'
The podcast hosts explain the deep significance behind the title 'Native Land Pod', drawing on themes of heritage, belonging, and reclaiming space. They share personal reflections on the title's dual meaning, touching on connections to ancestral lands, respect for Indigenous communities, and a sense of home and inclusivity. Through candid discussions, they aim to create a welcoming environment where diverse voices can express their truths without censorship or the need for validation from mainstream media.
Creating a Liberating Environment for Authentic Conversations
The speakers express their excitement for the podcast as a platform to engage in authentic, substantial conversations without the constraints of typical media standards. They highlight the podcast's role in fostering genuine dialogue, humor, and diverse perspectives while allowing individuals to bring their whole selves without fear of judgment or exclusion. By embracing authenticity and creating a space free from policing, they aim to cultivate a sense of liberation and community where meaningful discussions can thrive.
On this MiniPod hosts Angela Rye, Andrew Gillum and Tiffany Cross answer a question we’ve gotten many times: why “Native Land” Pod?
The hosts explain the inspiration behind the title of the show, and the show as a whole. Drawing from their own experience, they critique mainstream news, share how they came together, and why they felt they needed to create a new “home” for their audience.
You can find the lyrics to Lift Every Voice and Sing, the Black National Anthem, at this link.
The audio for this episode is from promotional material created for the launch of the podcast.
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Thank you to the Native Land Pod team:
Angela Rye as host, executive producer and cofounder of Reasoned Choice Media; Tiffany Cross as host and producer, Andrew Gillum as host and producer, and Gabrielle Collins as executive producer; Loren Mychael and Jabari Davis are our research producers, and Nikolas Harter is our editor and producer. A special thanks as well to Chris Morrow and Lenard McKelvey, co-founders of Reasoned Choice Media.