Featuring public health leader and Black Public Health Academy Founder Leisha McKinley-Beach

(Black PR Wire) MIAMI, FL – Black PR Wire is proud to announce the premiere of Season 4 of its popular podcast, Thrivin’ in Color, with a special episode in recognition of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Released on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, the episode features an in-depth conversation with nationally recognized public health leader Leisha McKinley-Beach.

In this episode, Leisha, founder and CEO of The Black Public Health Academy, shares insights on advancing HIV prevention, addressing stigma, strengthening culturally responsive care, and preparing the next generation of Black public health leaders. The conversation highlights the need for continued education, open dialogue, and collective action to improve the health outcomes in communities disproportionally affected by HIV.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2023, Black/African Americans accounted for 38% (14,754) of the estimated 39,201 HIV diagnoses among individuals aged 13 years and older in the United States and six territories and freely associated states.

“We’re excited to launch a new season of Thrivin’ in Color by highlighting a pressing issue within our community,” said Camry Brown, podcast host. “Leisha’s expertise and contributions to nationally recognized HIV initiatives make this a powerful and timely conversation. We invite everyone to tune in and share this important discussion with their networks.”

In its new season, the Thrivin’ in Color podcast will continue to spotlight influential Black and Brown voices, leaders, and changemakers across the country, while also addressing pressing issues affecting the Black community.

The episode will be available on YouTube (@BlackPRWire), and all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

About Thrivin’ in Color

Thrivin’ In Color is a podcast produced by Black PR Wire, featuring interviews with remarkable sistas and brothas from across the country who are doing extraordinary things in today’s society. Thrivin’ In Color takes us behind the scenes of their world, where we meet with them and pick up some golden nuggets for success. Thrivin’ In Color podcast is available on YouTube (@BlackPRWire), and all major podcast streaming platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

About Black PR Wire

Black PR Wire is the nation’s first and largest online Black newswire distribution company and is a powerful leader in effective news delivery services. With a comprehensive database and listing of over 1,200 Black (African American, Caribbean and Haitian) organizations and media, Black PR Wire posts and distributes print, audio, video, and creative news and information to Black media, influencers, faith-based groups and prominent community organizations throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean. Services can be purchased online anytime, anywhere 24/7; or by simply calling our newsroom at 1-877-BLACKPR. Have some news to share? Or want to know what’s happening in your community? Then connect with Black PR Wire, like, share and visit us @BlackPRWire, and make Black PR Wire your online source for Black News! For more information on Black PR Wire and Thrivin’ in Color, call 1-877-BLACKPR or visit the website at blackprwire.com.

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