In a world where negativity and online trolls are just a tweet away, Anna DeShawn’s approach to business and compassion is a breath of fresh air.  

In today’s episode, you’ll learn more about Anna’s mission to uplift underrepresented voices and redefine media for Black and Brown LGBTQIA+ communities. The landscape of podcasting and radio is constantly evolving, and her dedication to building Relationships and authentic engagement emphasizes the importance of meeting your audience where they are.    

Inspired by the Three E’s—Educate, Empower, and Entertain—Anna provides powerful perspectives into how these values can shape a vision that resonates with listeners. 

Balancing Entrepreneurship and Empathy  

(04:46) – Building Community through Sharing Stories 

(26:35) – Adapting to Industry Changes and Trends 

(37:37) – Power of Finding Your Voice 

(45:17) – Importance of Finding Mentors and Advisors 

“When I quit corporate three years ago to go out here full time, it was because I also had an idea for the podcasting space, which was to create a platform where we could discover, listen and support the best Black and Brown podcasts out here, because discoverability in that way was really hard.” – Anna DeShawn 

Connect with guest, Anna DeShawn:    

Website – Anna DeShawn  

Podcast – Queer News 

Instagram – Anna DeShawn 

LinkedIn – Anna DeShawn 

The Qube App – The Qube  

Connect with host, Virginia Elder:     

Website – Reaching Abundance    

Facebook – Podcast Abundance Business Page    

Instagram – Podcast Abundance    

LinkedIn – Virginia Elder    

YouTube – @ReachingAbundance    

This podcast is edited and managed by the team at Podcast Abundance. To discuss working together on your podcast or YouTube channel, book a Discovery call with Virginia.   

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With a robust foundation of 15+ years in project management, client service, and strategic organization, I make things happen. I shine brightest in the behind-the-scenes support role, aiding entrepreneurs in becoming visible through content marketing. Podcasting is just one avenue; my expertise lies in helping you expand your reach, attract leads, and boost revenue, all while you focus on what you do best.

My journey into podcast editing began with a simple 'yes' to a friend's podcast project in 2019. This led to a whirlwind of copywriting and audio editing endeavors, eventually liberating me from my 9-5 job and empowering me to forge my own business path. Moreover, it enabled me to live my dream of walking my kids to and from school daily.

When you entrust your raw audio and video recordings, web copy dreams, weekly newsletter musings, and blog post aspirations to me, you're gifting yourself the freedom to concentrate on serving your clients, nurturing leads, and envisioning your business's next big leap. I handle the content creation, editing, and publishing process, allowing you to breathe easy and concentrate on your passion.