I was a guest on the We Are Meaningful podcast, a show that talks about Black and Brown women’ experience in the workplace. I spoke with Crystal and Krysta about racism while working, the practice of keeping my cool in anti-Black environments, and why it is important to recognize when people are being racist. I had a great time on the podcast and hope to speak with them soon Click on the link below. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/decoding-the-subtext-contortion-w-leron-barton/id1493457205?i=1000468844997
Category: Media
Talking race, mass incarceration, and politics on Life & Business Trailblazer
I was given a chance to appear on the Life & Business Trailblazer podcast. Daniela and I talked about mass incarceration, racism, politics, and what super power I want. I had a great time, check it out.
LeRon gives a talk at Los Altos Chamber of Commerce
In May of 2019, I was given the opportunity to speak at The Los Altos Chamber of Commerce about discrimination in tech. I spoke on how culture fit is used as a reason to not hire people of other races and genders. I had a wonderful time and I am happy that we were able to have a good conversation about a crucial topic. Check it out.
LeRon stops by at Just Say The Word!
I was a guest on Erin Sanchez‘s “Just Say The Word,” a story telling podcast. She and I talked about the word “confidence”, my backpacking trip through Central America, and how to keep your confidence. I liked this conversation because Erin is easy to talk to and we always a good time. Check it out here –
Author and Speaker LeRon Barton returns to #ConversationsLIVE
I returned to Conversations Live to talk with Cyrus Webb about my writings, TEDx, modeling, and future plans. I had a great time with Cyrus, I hadn’t realized that it was six years since my first appearance. Wow. Good stuff. Check out the interview here:
Dr. Vibe Interview – Black Boys and Sexual Assault
Here is my appearance on Dr. Vibe’s show talking about my piece for Media Diversity “The Minimizing of Sexual Assault of Black Boys.” Please listen.
Appearance on Raceconvo!
I was recently a guest on my friend Simma Lieberman’s podcast “Race Convo” to talk about everything race in 2018! I had a great time with Simma and look forward to coming on her show again. Check it out below and subscribe to Raceconvo
A Black Guy and A White Guy Season 1 Episode 1
This is the first episode from the series A Black Guy and a White Guy. Conor Anstett and myself, LeRon L. Barton talk about the Newyorker story Catperson. We discuss dating, sex, and consent. This is a two part series. Please check it out and tell us what you think! LeRon
Race Card Trailer!!
Here is the trailer to my new series “Race Card.” In this series, Black, Latino, Asian, Native American, and people of Middle Eastern Descent talk racism and who they are in a funny, but candid and real way. First episode coming soon!!
The Dr. Vibe Show – LeRon Barton And Alexander Williams “Hip Hop vs. White Supremacy”
I was invited to be a guest on The Dr. Vibe show alongside musician Alexander Williams to talk about Hip-Hop and its role in fighting white supremacy. I had a great time discussing rap, racism, and how hip-hop can be a change for good. Check out the interview.