Writing Black With Maiysha Kai

Maiysha Kai talks with Black storytellers across the diaspora, speaking candidly about process, popular culture, publishing and how race inherently inspires and informs their work.
From the Big Screen to Your Book Shelf, Legendary Actor Omar Epps
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Maiysha Kai sits down with actor Omar Epps, who gives an introspective look at his love for hip-hop, the film industry and the importance of being prepared for success.

The Person Behind the Viral Hashtag #DisabledandCute: Keah Brown
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Maiysha Kai speaks with disability rights advocate and bestselling author Keah Brown about finding her writer's voice, making space for those who are disabled,and the backlash she received for wanting Lizzo and Beyonce to remove an ableist slur.

Love and Madness Is "Queenie": Best Selling Author Candice Carty-Williams
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Maiysha Kai sits down with bestselling author Candice Carty-Williams to talk about her critically acclaimed best seller "Queenie," her new book "People Person" and her Black British musical that is being picked up by Netflix.