Living in Your Truth: Inspiring Authenticity with Mikita Smith

In this edition of Afros & Audio’s Black History Month interview series, Talib Jasir converses with Mikita Smith, the creator of ‘Thym 4 Tea with Mikita’.

The interview delves into Mikita’s journey in the podcasting world, shedding light on her personal growth, vision, and how meaningful conversations have inspired her.

They discuss the significance of self-belief, the necessity to embrace change, and the importance of individual voice, in the industry.

Furthermore, they delve into the impact of the show on listeners and discuss the way forward for the podcast, particularly focusing on themes for the upcoming seasons. The conversation concludes with details on how interested listeners can connect with Mikita and be part of her community.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:35 Mikita Smith’s Journey into Podcasting 04:32 The Power of Self-Belief and Authenticity 07:47 The Evolution of ‘Thym 4 Tea with Mikita’ 10:59 The Importance of Diverse Voices in Podcasting 14:05 The Impact of Podcasting on Personal Growth 20:20 Future Aspirations for ‘Thym 4 Tea with Mikita’ 23:15 Advice for Aspiring Podcast Hosts 25:57 The Future of Podcasting for Black Voices 29:39 Closing Thoughts and Shoutouts

To learn more about Mikita Smith visit:

beautifully-unbalanced.com

 Thym 4 Tea with Mikita on Spotify

IG @mikitasmith_

FB: @mikita.smith2

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DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by guests of Afros & Audio’s Black History Month interview series are their own and do not reflect the values, mission, or business of Talib Jasir, Afros & Audio, Black Podcasters Association, Vanguard Podcast Network, or any other names, podcasts, events, businesses, or organizations mentioned in the video or audio of this series unless explicitly stated.