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*Warning: Some expletives used this episode*
Librarianship is not a monolith. There are many different perspectives and this episode definitely explores one such perspective. In this episode, Marquita speaks with Jason K. Alston. Alston has worked in the library field since 2006 and is currently an instructor in library science. He is best known in LIS for his research on diversity residencies and his former role as the editor of BCALA's publication, BCALA News. And in his spare time, enjoys training in martial arts. In this episode, we talk about his views on Black male librarianship, diversity and lack thereof within library organizations, and where he sees his life, after libraries.

On this very first episode of Black in the Stacks, Marquita chats with the First African Americanwoman to lead the American Library Association, Tracie D. Hall. Hall is not only a world-class librarian, she is also an author, curator and advocate for the arts. We chat about the books that occupy her time, the future of Black librarianship, and a very special moment that is sure resonate with listeners.

Hear from Black in the Stacks host, Marquita Gooch, MLIS, describe why she decided to start the podcast now. She talks a little about what inspired her, what makes *this* podcast different, the exploration of librarianship and information professionals, keeping Black librarianship alive and what to expect in upcoming episodes.