
Still Talking Black
Whenever there’s a tragedy everyone becomes a social media activist, but far too quickly that momentum fades and we go back to business as usual. Still Talking Black was made to be a platform where we can continuously have discussions and talk about issues from a Black perspective.
Episodes
38 episodes
Embracing Blackness in Interracial Love: A Conversation with Kendra
There was a moment of surprise and, yes, discomfort, when my guess Kendra attended a Black festival with her white fiancé. But why should love come with a label? My guest Kendra, an Afrocentric woman engaged to a white man, joined me, to break ...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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44:30

Fostering Diversity in Children's Literature and Media with Dawn-Maria France
Imagine a world where all children, no matter their background, see themselves represented positively in the books they read. That's the world our guest, Dawn-Maria France , is working tirelessly to create. From the UK, Dawn-Maria uses her tale...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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54:08

Pioneering Pathways: A Journey Through Medicine with Dr. Morris, Dr. Walker, and Dr. Boykin
Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the most dedicated and resilient individuals in the medical profession? Meet Dr. Sylvia Morris, Dr. Angela Walker, and Dr. Diane Boykin, co-authors of "The Game Plan" and pioneers in their own rig...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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42:30

Embracing Transition: Thriving Through Menopause with Dana Lawson
Imagine entering a new phase of life, one marked by hormonal change, transition, and growth, yet feeling completely unprepared to navigate the journey. This was the reality for Dana Lawson, a certified health coach, who faced her menopausal tra...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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58:03

Transforming Lives: The Power of Youth Mentorship with Bobby Huntley
When we sat down with Bobby Huntley, a Marine Corps veteran, author, and mentor to over 600 young boys, we were truly inspired. His Gentleman's Club program is a testament to the power of mentorship, and it's a journey he shared with us with gr...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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53:32

Finding Balance and Prioritizing Wellness with Natalie Mullin
What happens when a non-stop, hustle-filled lifestyle starts eating into your wellness, relationships, and peace of mind? Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with our guest, Natalie Mullin, a wellness educator, and coach, who will t...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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51:49

Venturing into Franchising: Lessons and Challenges with Chris Wilson
My guest, Chris Wilson, walks you down memory lane, sharing how his journey began and the transferable skills he harnessed to run a successful Pilates franchise. His story shines a light on the power of marketing, inclusivity, and creating a co...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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55:46

Exploring Black Intimacy and Relationships with Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad
Listen in as I share my personal experiences and engage in a profound conversation with Dr. Jeannelle Perkins-Muhammad on the intricacies of Black intimacy and relationships. Together, we unravel the layers of emotional intelligence, cultural c...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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55:01

Changing the Narrative of Black Youth Through Education with Matthew Speamer
Ever been curious about the intricate relationship between perception, representation, and the Black experience? You're in for an enlightening ride with my guest Matthew Speamer, a curious mix of a stand-up comedian and dedicated teacher, who t...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:00:28

Rethinking College Admissions with Jennifer Ledwith
Could the roadmap to your child's future career start with an enlightening summer camp or an eye-opening internship? Unravel this and more, as Jennifer Ledwith of Scholar Ready joins us to navigate the crucial terrain of preparing our young one...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:11:14

Black Fathers
On this episode I talk to three Black fathers about there experiences in fatherhood from the perspective of a Black man. We cover various aspects of fatherhood, including the meaning, role, lessons learned, experiences, desired qualities, chall...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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35:42

White Parents, Black Kids
Episode Summary:In the season one finale, I talk with White parents that adopted two Black children. They open up about the things they've experienced and how their lives have been forever changed when they welcomed their children in...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:45:59

Answering the Why
Episode Summary:As we near the end of season one, host and producer Richard Dodds sits down and discusses the whys. Why he started the podcast, why it's important, and more.Spotlight on Melanin:I am still looking f...
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Season 1
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12:39

Overcoming Anxiety and Depression through Art with Chris Blount
Episode Summary:You never know what someone is going through from the outside looking in. My guest Chris Blount talks about his struggles with anxiety and depression and how he used music and podcasting to help get him through it.
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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49:15

Protect Our Black Women with Full-Time Black Woman Hosts Esha Belle & Aleese Real
Episode Summary:In this episode, I am joined by the hosts and producers of the Full-Time Black Woman podcast to talk about what it means to protect our Black women and how we do it. About the Interviewee:Full-Time Blac...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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59:08

Finding Your True Voice Through Tragedy with Storyteller Devan Sandiford
Episode Summary:Sometimes we feel like it's much easier to shut our eyes to injustices because they may not be affecting us directly, but in the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywher...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:09:09

Gun Violence Awareness Day and Wear Orange with Mia Reid
Episode Summary:This one was a hard one. In the wake of the shooting in Buffalo, New York, and Uvalde, Texas, we welcome back Mia Reid to tell us more about how the loss of her son led her to become a psychologist and an advocate tha...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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42:31

How to Create a More Diverse and Inclusive Workplace with DE&I Champion Wema Hoover
Episode Summary:Diversity, equity, and inclusion are important values in the workplace because they foster a work environment that is fair and inclusive. They also benefit employees by making them feel valued and appreciated. Studies...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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56:39

Increasing Financial Literacy 101 with Financial Wellness Educator William Cooper
Episode Summary:We live in a world where some of us have been convinced that looking wealthy is more important than actually building wealth. From what I’ve seen and experienced, many of our people lack financial literacy. It is some...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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56:22

Becoming a Better Black Leader with Shayna Hammond
Episode Summary:How do we become better leaders? That is the focus of today's show, figuring out how to deal with the added pressures of being a leader as a minority and also learning how to be a better leader. I talk with Shayna Ham...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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53:28

The Truth About College: The Joys and Pitfalls with Dr. Zakiya Akerele
Episode Summary:This episode is all about the pursuit of higher education. I talk to DR. Zakiya, a self-proclaimed former career student and author of the upcoming book, "Dump Your Degree." We talk about our experiences with higher e...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:01:43

Black Storytelling with Sledge House Media's Christina & Eddie Sledge
Episode Summary:In this episode, I talk to Christina and Eddie Sledge of Sledge House Media. They not only created a media company from the ground up, but they did it in the middle of a pandemic. Now they are sharing their fiction an...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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53:21

Vegan Soul Food with Detroit Vegan Soul’s Kirsten Ussery
Episode Summary:This episode is all about soul food, but not the soul food you may be used to, today we are talking about vegan soul food with my guest Kirsten Ussery. Kristen talks with me about her journey of going vegan and later ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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38:38

Mothers of Black Sons Series: Kristin
Episode Summary:This is the final episode of the series Mother's of Black Sons. In this episode, I talked to Kristin, who is preparing her son for college. One of the things we talked about that resonated the most was her talking abo...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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35:08

Mothers of Black Sons Series: Mallorie
Episode Summary:This is the fourth episode in a five-part series talking to Mothers of Black Sons. In this episode, we talk to Mallorie whose eight-year-old son has already faced discrimination from other children. She also shares th...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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27:20
