Dominic Lawson is an award-winning podcast host, producer, and editor based in Memphis, Tennessee. A U.S. Army veteran, he studied business administration at National American University before discovering his passion for podcasting in 2016. That year, he launched "The Startup Life Podcast," providing listeners with insights into building businesses and advancing in their careers. Throughout the show's run, Lawson interviewed notable figures such as Marc Randolph, co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, and Tom Golisano, founder and chairman of Paychex.
In 2021, Lawson joined Meadows Behavioral Healthcare as a podcast producer, editor, and host. He took the helm of the "Beyond Theory" podcast, facilitating in-depth conversations with experts in mental health and addiction recovery. His innovative approach led to the launch of "Recovery Replay" in April 2022, a groundbreaking podcast that chronicles personal recovery stories from three distinct perspectives.
Demonstrating his versatility, Lawson introduced the "Black Is America" podcast on February 1, 2022, shedding light on lesser-known African American figures and narratives. The podcast garnered significant acclaim, earning multiple awards, including the 2023 Webby Award for Best Podcast-Individual Episode.
Lawson's work has been recognized with numerous accolades:
Black Is America:
2022 Communicator Awards: Gold for Writing, Storytelling, and Host; Silver for Documentary Episode: Lt. John Fox
2022 w3 Awards: Gold for General Series: History and Best Use of Writing; Best in Show for Documentary Episode: Wendell Scott
2022 Memphis Excellence Awards: Podcast of the Year
2023 Signal Awards: Gold for Craft-Best Host (Documentary) and General-History; Silver for Craft-Best Editing, General-Documentary, and General-Best Indie Podcast; Bronze for Craft-Best Trailer
2023 Black Podcasting Awards: Best Editing and Best Sound Design
2024 The Ambies: Best DIY (Nomination)
2024 Signal Award: Silver for Best Writing
Recovery Replay:
2022 w3 Awards: Gold for General Series: Health & Wellness; Silver for Best General Series
Beyond Theory:
2023 Communicator Awards: Silver for Best Health and Wellness Series; Gold for Best Individual Episode "Racial Trauma Within the Black Community"
In recognition of his contributions to the industry, Lawson became a member of the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts in November 2022. He has shared his expertise at events such as SXSW, Podcast Movement, and the University of Memphis.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Lawson is dedicated to mentoring emerging podcasters, offering guidance on content creation and storytelling. He emphasizes the importance of meticulous attention to detail, advocating for the "2/3 minute" rule to maintain listener engagement.
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Outside of podcasting, Lawson enjoys spending time with his family, playing video games, watching movies—particularly Marvel and Hindi films—and exploring new podcast concepts. His commitment to storytelling and excellence continues to inspire and inform audiences, solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the podcasting community.
