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PRX announced that The Stoop, a podcast exploring stories from across the Black diaspora, is now part of the Radiotopia podcast network from PRX. The Stoop tells joyous stories of what Blackness means in all its forms.
The Stoop is an independently produced podcast hosted by Hana Baba and Leila Day and is in the middle of its fifth season. Baba is an audio journalist, and Day is a producer at Pineapple Street Studios and together they explore stories at the intersection of race and culture like what does it mean to “sound white” and talk to people like rapper Killer Mike while sharing a message of joy centered around conversations.
The Stoop was a 2020 Salute to Excellence award winner given to them by the National Association of Black Journalists.
“It’s been so refreshing to collaborate with a network that truly believes in your mission and your work,” said Day. “We can’t wait for our Stoop listeners to finally be able to support us in a way that feels unique and supports other independent producers as well.”
“For journalists like us coming out of public radio, Radiotopia feels like a natural home for The Stoop’” said Baba. “There’s a common ethos and values we share as public media journalists––so this felt like the perfect fit.”
“We’ve been fans of The Stoop since its launch, and were lucky to collaborate with the team on a mini-series in 2018,” said Julie Shapiro, Executive Producer of Radiotopia. “Leila and Hana have a magical chemistry and craft each episode with such care. We’re over the moon about The Stoop joining Radiotopia now, and are thrilled to help bring this important show to new audiences."