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Plastic on the Sofa: A Podcast on Black American Culture

Plastic on the Sofa: A Podcast on Black American Culture

By: Erica David-Johnson
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Plastic on the Sofa: A Podcast on Black American Culture explores Black life in all its textures — the ordinary, the extravagant, and everything in between.

Hosted by Erica David-Johnson, this podcast uses storytelling, interviews, and deep dives rooted in cultural preservation to explore the traditions, the people, and the experiences that continue to shape Black American culture.

IG: @pots.podcast

Contact: plastic.on.sofa@gmail.com

 Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Language of Adornment

    The Language of Adornment
    May 30 2026

    In this episode, we're exploring adornment as more than just decoration — tracing how it shows up in belonging, celebration, and aspiration across Black life. Through family stories, cultural memory, and the people who live these practices, the episode looks at how what we wear and create helps us mark our place, honor each other, and reach toward who we want to become.

    Thanks for listening! Please like, share, and subscribe. Follow me on Instagram @pots.podcast
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    30 mins
  • The Black Showgirl

    The Black Showgirl
    May 4 2026

    What makes a Black showgirl?

    In this episode, I break it down - from presence and glamour all the way to audacity and lineage.

    Using Josephine Baker as a guide, we look at what sits beneath the image and what it has meant for Black women across time.
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    30 mins
  • How We Bloom: Reflections of Black Girlhood - Lauren's Story

    How We Bloom: Reflections of Black Girlhood - Lauren's Story
    Aug 18 2025

    Welcome back to Plastic on the Sofa. We're back with the second episode of How We Bloom, where we celebrate the many layers of Black girlhood and womanhood. Today, we’re diving into Lauren's story that touches on imagination, experimentation, and the power of carving out your own path. Thanks for tuning in!

    IG: @pots.podcast
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    21 mins
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