In this inspiring episode of The Color Between the Lines, host Esther Dillard speaks with award-winning journalist and author ALelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of the legendary entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker.

ALelia shares her journey of preserving and telling her familys history, the untold stories behind Madam C.J. Walkers rise as Americas first self-made female millionaire, and why Black womens narratives remain essential to understanding American history.

In this episode, youll learn:

• How Madam C.J. Walker built her beauty empire and influenced generations of Black entrepreneurs
• The role of family archives and historical research in keeping legacies alive
• Why telling authentic stories matters now more than ever
• ALelia Bundles personal reflections on identity, heritage, and cultural preservation
• Advice for writers and historians committed to telling underrepresented stories

Whether youre passionate about Black history, womens entrepreneurship, or the power of storytelling, this conversation will leave you inspired to preserve your own familys legacy.

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