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Interrupting Business As Usual

Nikki Blak
Activism
Collective Liberation
Anti-Oppression
White Feminism
Social Justice
Systemic Oppression
Racism
Anti-Racism
White Dominance
Anti-Blackness
Community
Capitalism
Interrupting White Womanhood
Community Engagement
Self-Care
Social Media
Community Support
Liberation
Individual Agency
Black Women

Interrupting Business as Usual is the weekly resource for folks who've awakened to oppression, injustice, and the bullshit of the status quo and are looking for ways to live, work, parent, build, and lead in more subversive, disruptive, and liberated ways. We talk life, business, purpose, and liberation — for the newly aware and long-time interrupters alike. If you're ready to rise to your next le... more

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Latest Episodes

You don't have a leadership problem.

You have a how you think about leadership problem.

Every time harm happens in activist spaces, we ask:

Who allowed this person to lead?

But we don't ask:

Why were we organizing ourselves around them in t... more

We say we believe survivors.

And for the most part, we do.

But if that's true… why does the same harm keep happening in liberation spaces?

Why do the patterns stay the same - even in communities that claim to know better?

In this episode, Nik... more

Sexual violence keeps showing up in progressive spaces, activist communities, and liberation movements - and the question isn't how did this happen?

It's why does this keep happening?

In this episode, Nikki breaks down how power, socialization, a... more

If your family is parroting Fox News talking points, reposting propaganda, defending harmful policies, or just avoiding politics altogether, you've probably felt the tension.

You want to say something.

But you don't want to ruin dinner. You don't... more

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Recent Guests

Monique Melton
A Black woman committed to pursuing and reclaiming her humanity
Episode: Ep 59: Interrupting White Lady Money Advice with Monique Melton
Shelley Bruce
Community organizer, interdisciplinary creative, founder of the Heart Department
Heart Department
Episode: Ep 55: Have the Presidential Term You Organized For with Shelley Bruce
Def Sound
artist, educator, poet and biomythographical poet
CalArts
Episode: Ep 26: Interrupting Individualism and Isolation with Def Sound
Lily Tsui
ADHD coach and former activist
Episode: Ep 21: How to Actually Help with Lily Tsui
Thea Monyeé
Artist, sociologist, radical womanist, and abolitionist
Episode: Ep 14: Interrupting Suffering and Claiming Joy as Your Birthright with Thea Monyeé
Joquina Reed
Educator and creator of the Divesting from Whiteness and Anti-Blackness Reader projects
Episode: Ep 7: Interrupting Anti-Blackness with Joquina M. Reed
Ebony Janice
Founder of The Free People Project and Emma's Legacy Foundation, focusing on the empowerment of Black women and creating spaces for intellectual and creative expression.
The Free People Project
Episode: Ep 6: Interrupting Shame and Reclaiming Self-Sovereignty with EbonyJanice

Host

Nikki Black
Artist, sociologist, radical womanist, abolitionist, and creator of the Interrupt series, focusing on social justice, economic equity, and community empowerment.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Essential for ww!

    It’s the weekly convo I desperately need to stay focused on my own interrupting of oppression and injustice. Insightful and so valuable. Countless episodes have inspired me to take measurable action in the very same day. Just listening and being in podcast convo with Nikki is liberating. Thank you!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KWVT802
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent

    Proudly infected with the “woke mind virus” and learning how to advocate and be a better ally. The sooner we recognize who is actually making life miserable (the elite) the sooner we can remedy our situation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexNYR20
    United Statesa month ago
  • A go-to

    Every episode challenges my preconceived notions and invites me to go deeper and broader. Thank you, Nikki Blak, for the gift of your podcast and all your work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cbo🎉🎅
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    As a white person, this podcast is like being splashed in the face with cold water. In a good way. Thank you for the practical advice towards integrity and collective healing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NMRK3000
    United States2 months ago
  • More manifestation please!

    The two manifestation episodes were paradigm shifting. I’ve saved it so I can re-listen and absorb everything Nikki is saying. It is so refreshing to see a black woman talking about this topic. I’ve been craving a conversation about manifestation that is rooted in an understanding of systemic oppression. I’d love to hear more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chloe_0987
    United Statesa year ago

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The podcast is celebrated for its unique blend of humor and deep insights, making complicated topics more accessible and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the refreshing perspective on manifestation and social justice, highlighting the importance of a Black woman's voice in these discussions.
Many express gratitude for the transformative impact the content has on their activism and personal journey.

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Ep 59: Interrupting White Lady Money Advice with Monique Melton
Q: Since we're not taking advice from white women about money no more, who should we be taking advice from?
Look for voices that align with liberation and collective empowerment, mainly from Black and brown people who understand money as a tool for collective good.
Ep 59: Interrupting White Lady Money Advice with Monique Melton
Q: What is something that you've learned about money as you've been on this journey, that you didn't know that people need to know?
Our beliefs about money are shaped by various agents of socialization, including ancestry and family, which can empower people to change their relationship with money.
Ep 46: The Real Definition of Racism (And Why Most People Still Get It Wrong)
Q: What are the indicators to determine if something is racist?
The speaker provides a checklist that includes asking who is being harmed, if the situation creates unequal outcomes for different racial groups, if it relies on stereotypes, and if it allows someone to suffer or die based on their identity.
Ep 20: Why Activism Feels Hard
Q: Where in your activism journey is your body saying no louder than your mind?
Listeners are invited to reflect on their personal activism journeys regarding physical and emotional barriers they might be encountering.

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What is Interrupting Business As Usual about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on themes of social justice, economic empowerment, and community solidarity, the content predominantly covers topics related to Black liberation, entrepreneurship, and activism. The discussions often emphasize the importance of ethical business practices and dismantling oppressive structures while fostering individual agency and collective action. The host brings personal experiences and external perspectives to advocate for more meaningful engagement in both business and personal relationships, urging listeners to challenge the status quo and take proactive steps towards liberation. Additionally, it provides practical strategies for navigating personal and societal challenges, making it a unique space for both new and seasoned acti... more

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2. Shelley Bruce
3. Def Sound
4. Lily Tsui
5. Thea Monyeé
6. Joquina Reed
7. Ebony Janice

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