Identity Unboxed

Welcome to Identity Unboxed, the culmination of our lived experiences as Black professionals seeking mentorship and representation in the spaces we inhabit, with insight from individuals in our community who have impacted us along the way. In this space, we foster authenticity, embrace diversity, and inspire innovation. Our mission is to amplify Black voices, promote the advancement of the Black community, and highlight the journeys and achievements of outstanding Black individuals.

Identity Unboxed is a society podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 76 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Identity Unboxed, a society show with 76 episodes published.

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  The Power of the River with Ed Taylor

  May 4, 20261h 56mS0

  <p>On this special episode of Identity Unboxed, we sat with Dr. Ed Taylor, Professor at the University of Washington College of Education and Dean and Vice Provost, at UW Undergraduate Academic Affairs, as he discussed his new memoir, ‘The Power of the River’. Ed takes readers on a journey from Lompoc, California, through a childhood marked with loss but grounded in the love and support of family and community, to a singular moment that changed everything for a boy set up by the system to be a cog in the machine.</p>

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  Tiana's Narratives — Multitudes of Blackness

  Apr 29, 202626 minS0

  <p>In our bonus episode of Identity Unboxed, ‘Occupying Opposing Worlds — Blackness, Identity, and Class,’ Tiana sat on the other side of the interview table as Brad interviewed her about her personal journey, as told through various narratives she has written over the past few years. This episode is a compilation of Tiana narrating short stories: “Don’t Touch My Hair”, "Lineage," and “The Little Black Cowgirl."</p><p><br></p><p>“Amidst the Pews” - This piece explores her relationship with religion as a young Black girl embedded in the Evangelical Lutheran church amidst the pews of a nearly exclusively white...

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  Occupying Opposing Worlds — Blackness, Identity, and Class with Tiana Cole

  Apr 17, 20262h 2mS3

  <p>In this bonus episode of Identity Unboxed, we flip the script. Co-host Brad steps into the interviewer’s seat for an intimate conversation with Tiana, exploring her personal journey through the lens of her writing. Together, they unpack the experiences behind her narratives — “Amidst the Pews,” “Lineage,” “The Little Black Cowgirl,” and “Don’t Touch My Hair.” This deeply reflective episode offers insight into Tiana’s evolving connection to her Blackness and the rich history and culture that shape it.</p>

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  Tactics of the Oppressor: Learning from Our Past to Inform the Present

  Feb 27, 20261h 12mS3

  <p>This Black History Month, we are grateful to explore Black history on our inaugural ‘Legacy Lens’ series. The education system frequently gives us a watered-down version of Black history and minimizes our contributions. Many states have already banned and restricted books on Black history. We have always been here and are determined to remind others that our history will not be forgotten. </p><p>Biography: </p><p>George “Conscious” Lee is a dynamic orator, innovator, educator, and influential content creator whose work sits at the intersection of media, socio-political issues, and popular culture. Purposefully provocative, he uses this approach to educat...

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  Through the Lens of Us: Framing the Future of Film with Aaron Chapman

  Feb 20, 20261h 5mS3

  <p>This Black History Month, we are grateful to explore Black history on our inaugural ‘Legacy Lens’ series. The education system frequently gives us a watered-down version of Black history and minimizes our contributions. Many states have already banned and restricted books on Black history. We have always been here and are determined to remind others that our history will not be forgotten. </p><p>Biography:</p><p>Aaron Chapman is an award-winning director known for his ability to uncover humanity and emotion behind sport, culture, and storytelling. A former Division I football player at the University of Washington, he draws...

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