The Politics of Black Beauty
Lurie Daniel Favors hosts a monthly radio program on SiriusXM, "The Politics of Black Beauty," where she untangles the complex dynamics associated with black beauty. It's a show that sorts through the historical and present-day issues people of color have faced in the beauty industry. A social justice advocate dedicated to cultural expression, Lurie Daniel Favors reshapes the narrative concerning Black hair and features from her platform. The program focuses on the interaction of individual experiences with the broader social discourses and aims at acceptance and appreciation for natural beauty among Blacks. "The Politics of Black Beauty" looks into deepened discussions in connection with interviewers invited, discussing topics such as the impact of beauty standards, finding empowerment by embracing natural hair, and shifting portrayals of Black beauty in media.
NHBC has a strong affiliation with "The Politics of Black Beauty" on SiriusXM; the guest and co-host lineup is truly inclusive. NHBC advances the rights of natural hair and cultural expression through policy change and ethical standards within education and professional development. The co-founders of the NHBC are regular guests discussing the importance of embracing natural beauty and fighting Eurocentric ideals.
NHBC co-founders, Natasha Gaspard and Erin H. Maybin share personal stories and lessons learned, from the empowerment that comes with loving and embracing natural hair to demands for real media representation of Black beauty. During the show, they engage in a gamut of discussions involving Black beauty with her guests. Historically, Eurocentric beauty standards, personal battles to embrace natural hair, and powerful media impacting beauty perceptions are discussed. Media producer and NHBC VP of Media & Communications, Natasha Gaspard, explained how going natural altered her life by giving her freedom and the ability to love herself. Maybin adds, "As the media representations of Black women have changed over time, what is needed is not tokenization; what is needed is genuine representation." Diane C. Bailey, a frequent contributor, urges society to normalize natural hair and combat discrimination. She suggested creating a National Humanitarian Beauty Coalition to promote inclusive beauty culture.
For more insights and to join the conversation, tune in to the Watch Lurie Daniel Favors show on SiriusXM. Explore the work of the NHBC and watch a segment - NHCB in Media.
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