Charlamagne Tha God Celebrates Five Years Of The Black Effect Podcast Network With Star-Studded Anniversary Event

Charlamagne Tha God introduced the tradition collectively Tuesday (October 7) night time as he and iHeart Radio marked the fifth anniversary of The Black Effect Podcast Network, a milestone celebrating 5 years of elevating Black voices, concepts, and innovation by storytelling that resonates throughout generations.

The night was greater than only a celebration—it was an announcement. The room buzzed with power as creators, thought leaders, and media personalities gathered to replicate on how far the community has come since its 2020 debut. Moderated by The Breakfast Club’s Loren LoRosa, the fireside-style conversations became highly effective exchanges on illustration, creativity and the way forward for podcasting for Black communities.

Panelists included among the community’s main voices: Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon of “Reasonably Shady,” Will Lucas of “Black Tech Green Money,” Carlos King of “Reality with The King,” and Jay Barnett of “Just Heal with Dr. Jay.” Each host provided private perception into how podcasting has change into each a medium of self-expression and a bridge for connection throughout the diaspora.

“Our mission has always been to build a dedicated platform where Black voices can thrive. We have accomplished that mission and more,” Charlamagne stated. “The past five years have been extraordinary, and the future of the Black Effect excites us. We will keep inspiring, empowering and creating culture and opportunities for all.”

Notable visitors crammed the occasion house, together with “Real Housewives of Potomac” stars Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon, alongside podcast host and TV producer Carlos King. Together, they toasted the community’s development from an bold concept to one of the influential voices in audio media. Numerous media was current as effectively.

The Black Effect Podcast Network now boasts greater than 60 reveals and averages 11 million month-to-month downloads, that includes hits like Charlamagne’s The Breakfast Club, “R&B Money,” “All The Smoke,” “Drink Champs” and “85 South Show.” The community plans so as to add 10 extra podcasts subsequent 12 months, increasing into parenting, true crime, and literature.

The model can also be rising by new partnerships, together with the lately launched Drink Champs Podcast Network with N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN and the upcoming All The Smoke Podcast Network from former NBA stars Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson.

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