{"podcast":{"title":"Urban Whispers: The Lacie Knight Chronicles","slug":"urban-whispers-the-lacie-knight-chronicles-6739956","podcast_index_feed_id":6739956,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/urban-whispers-the-lacie-knight-chronicles","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/FDP0cVYciGXZgTYIHAUPhUGxFAokOkaebr1IfU1ImM0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ4MjYwLzE3MDQx/NjkxMjctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg","author":"kiana faucette","episode_count":30,"summary":"Welcome to \"Urban Whispers: The LaCie Knight Chronicles\", where the reality and nuances of street love and interracial love meet the power of storytelling. Host LaCie Knight takes you straight to the heart of things, where romance isn’t just a fairytale but a vital part of life’s struggles and triumphs. We’re more than just a podcast; we’re a community diving into deep conversations with authors who portray the essence of love, engaging with readers who’ve lived these realities, and delivering honest reviews of the most compelling content. Each story we share is a blend of passionate romance, the real deal of ghetto love, and the intricate dynamics of interracial relationships. This is about real people, genuine emotions, and the resilience to face life head-on. For those who crave authenticity and a diverse narrative, \"Urban Whispers\" is your destination. Join us for an unfiltered journey into the depths of love, desire, and the strength to overcome the toughest odds.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-15T06:21:37.698311+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/urban-whispers-the-lacie-knight-chronicles-6739956"},"episode":{"title":"“You Don’t Have to Earn Permission to Take Up Space” ft. Tiffany Alston, the Chief Librarian","slug":"you-don-t-have-to-earn-permission-to-take-up-space-ft-tiffany-alston-the-chief-librarian","published_at":"2026-07-14T17:02:15+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/urban-whispers-the-lacie-knight-chronicles-6739956/you-don-t-have-to-earn-permission-to-take-up-space-ft-tiffany-alston-the-chief-librarian","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/urban-whispers-the-lacie-knight-chronicles-6739956","url":"https://urbanwhisperspodcast.transistor.fm/s2/16","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/bd434a95/3475dc84.mp3","summary":"Libraries are about so much more than books, and Tiffany Alston, also known as the Chief Librarian, joins Urban Whispers to talk about why. In this episode, LaCie and Morgan sit down with Tiffany to discuss her 31-year career in librarianship, from shelving books as a teenager in Harlem to becoming a leader, mentor, coach, and advocate. Together, they explore the evolving role of libraries, book access, representation, community, banned books, leadership, and why everyone deserves spaces where they feel seen and valued. Tiffany also shares the inspiration behind her company, Excellence Established, her podcast What's Next with the Chief Librarian , and the powerful reminder that inspired this episode's title: you don't have to earn permission to take up space. Whether you're an avid reader, a lifelong library lover, or someone looking for encouragement to embrace your own voice, this conversation has something for you. Connect with Tiffany Alston 📚 Instagram: @thechieflibrarian 🎵 TikTok: @thechieflibrarian 🐦 X (Twitter): @BooksAndBusy 📘 Facebook: Tiffany Alston 💼 LinkedIn: Tiffany Alston / The Chief Librarian 🎙️ Listen to What's Next with the Chief Librarian wherever you get your podcasts.","meta_description":"Libraries are about so much more than books, and Tiffany Alston, also known as the Chief Librarian, joins Urban Whispers to talk about why. In this episod…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4490,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/urban-whispers-the-lacie-knight-chronicles-6739956/episodes/you-don-t-have-to-earn-permission-to-take-up-space-ft-tiffany-alston-the-chief-librarian/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/urban-whispers-the-lacie-knight-chronicles-6739956/you-don-t-have-to-earn-permission-to-take-up-space-ft-tiffany-alston-the-chief-librarian.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}