3 The Grown Way

Erikka and Dr. E sit down with Jennifer Ransaw Smith fellow Brownite and visionary of The BAK Room Dinner Club.  Jennifer walks us thru the organization's purpose and how we can all contribute in our own way.  Find out more information about The BAK Room Dinner Club here.

Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E have grown conversation on this episode.  Every now and then we like to just chat it up and talk about all that is going on in the media and this episode is just that...plenty of laughs and lots of opinions.  Share your thoughts at 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E close out the Love Series with Guest host Dr. Hareder T. McDowell author of Black Women Sex and the Lies our Mothers told us to join the conversation to talk about "Self Love." We often take care of everyone else but us.  So let's hear how your Self Care. Send us an email at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

This week Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E ask the questions, Is forgiveness the highest form of Love? We all have soul contracts with each person we meet and interact with. Part of this soul contract is that each of us is in each other's lives to teach the other person something they need to learn or heal in order to ascend towards enlightenment.  How is your forgiveness game?  Let us know at 3thegrownway@gmail.com

The ladies of 3 The Grown Way sit down with Tiffany Dixon of Coffee and Convo to bring in the new right.  Tiffany drops so many gems with her title Watch your Step!  As always, get your pen and pads together and enjoy this podcast!  What are some of your goals for 2022?  Share them with us via email 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast #blackpodcast #blackpodcasters

The ladies of 3TheGrownWay Podcast are celebrating the Self-Care series for the month of February and 1st installment is with our special guest Reshell Smith (reshellsmith.com) who is an Author, Speaker, Certified Financial Planner, and our MBC sister. Reshell Smith. Reshell dropped some financial knowledge and gave us the secret sauce to building a healthy relationship with money. If you have questions on how to select a financial planner, you don't want to miss this episode.  Getyou money right in 2022!!! #3thegrownway

Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E start the first Podcast of the New Year with just a couple of questions, one goal we would like to accomplish, one thing that we are changing, and one thing that we are letting in 2022. The year is here and we've got plans, what are your plans?  Share one of your 2022 goals on our IG or Facebook. #3thegrownwaypodcast

Happy Holidays!  We are back on our regular platform discussing the Prime show Harlem.  We love the show and believe that we all know someone that is struggling with the issues on the show.  After breaking down each character, I think we can all agree that the show is good and we love it.  Let us know what your thought are at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

We closed out our Season with Purpose Activator Mrs. Tiffany Dixon to let you know "It's Time to Move!"  Tiffany brings the fire in this episode to ensure we are on track with our 2021 goals.  You can stop right here and get your pen and pad because she is dropping so many GEMS in this episode let me tell you!....Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

This week we continue with our series on Racism as we talk about some Conspiracy Theories that play a role in attacking individuals who speak out against racism.  Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts. 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Starting off our Series for the month of April on "All Things Racism."  This week we discuss the Harry and Megan situation and our thoughts on the issue with Cheryl Underwood on the talk.  Join the conversation and share your thoughts.  #3thegrownwaypodcast

On our final podcast dealing with "All Things Female," we talk to  Dr. Hareder McDowell, Ph.D.,  on the topic of Sexuality and Femininity. In this episode, we talk about why it's important for black women to be tuned in to their bodies for their overall health. We discuss what we learned from our mothers/sisters/friends that have shaped our sexual identity and how that impacted our relationships with ourselves as well as our partners.  If you missed the live Podcast, you can still join the conversation.   Dr. McDowell is the founder of PRETTY, Inc which is a female mentioning organization specific to sexual health and wellness among girls of color - www.realprettygirls.org.    She is also the author of Black Women Sex & the Lies out Mothers Told Us.      

I am sure that you have heard the phrase - you can’t pour from an empty cup...take care of yourself first. As Black women, too often we place the needs of family and close friends before our very own – ever ready to don our cape and save others...usually to our own detriment and well-being. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tiffany of PsychThink to discuss the “Keys2Wellbeing”. We talk about the importance of mental wellness for the Black woman as well as sharing some strategies that our listeners can adopt as we transition out of a year-long quarantine. Join the conversation as we seek to empower and uplift women - specifically women of color. #selfcare

In honor of Women’s History Month, we intentionally decided to curate content that is all things, Female. For the ladies of 3TGW, our March consists of uplifting, honoring, and acknowledging sisters that look like us – the Black female. Sisters who are doing Ah-mazing work in their fields and are dedicated to empowering their communities through their divine purpose. Join us this week as we chat with Coach LaLa regarding her decision to become a young black female entrepreneur. A journey that includes a commitment to fitness and the realization that wellness is a family affair that can extend to our communities, so we all can #THRIVE. www.thrivehealthlab.com

In keeping with our celebration of Women’s History Month, we sit down with one of our fellow MBC classmates, Shermanetta Carter, CPA, Chief Financial Officer of Morris Brown College. As alumni of MBC, we are invested in the #hardreset of the college as expressed by the current president, Dr. Kevin James. We know behind every man is an intelligent and strong woman who is often assisting with the heavy lifting to ensure the eventual goal is achieved. Take a moment to join us as we chat candidly with Shermanetta regarding her decision to work alongside Dr. James in restoring Morris Brown College. #3thegrownwaypodcast #thehardreset #morrisbrowncollege

To kick off the month that we celebrate the extraordinary achievements of women, 3TGW will delve into black female relationships. We will have an intimate chat with our sisters about SISTERhood - is it really important? If I do not have any close female friends, is there something wrong with me? How have our relationships with our SisterBestGirlfiends provided resilience against the trauma black women have endured throughout history? How do our female relationships influence the psychosocial development of womanhood and our identity? Be sure to listen in and hear our opinions. In the words of Aretha Franklin & Annie Lennox, "Sisters are doin it for themselves." #3thegrownwaypodcast

This week we closeout our Black Love Series with a LIVE PODCAST on FACEBOOK, Black Love, and Healthy Relationship.  We sit down with Kevin Hubbard, a Marriage and Relationship Therapist to talk about what we need to do to ensure Healthy Loving Relationships in the Black community.  Join the conversation! #3thegrownwaypodcast

On this LIVE Podcast we are continuing with our Black Love Series...this week we sit down and chat with Enrique and Amelia who have been married for 50 years to understand how we keeping the music playing.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com#3thegrownwaypodcast #blackloveseries #blacklove

Part 2- For the month of February, we are celebrating BLACK LOVE.  In our first episode, we sit down with friends to discuss the status of the relationships and how we can possibly strengthen black love.  Darren, David, Jodine, and Kimberly all with different relationship statuses share their views on Part 1 of this episode.  Let us know what you think! 3thegrownway@gmail.com

For the month of February, we are celebrating BLACK LOVE.  In our first episode, we sit down with friends to discuss the status of the relationships and how we can possibly strengthen black love.  Darren, David, Jodine, and Kimberly all with different relationship statuses share their views on Part 1 of this episode.  Let us know what you think! 3thegrownway@gmail.com

To continue our series on Powerful Black Women in Politics, the Ladies of 3 The Grown Way sat down with a true game-changer, Aisha Thomas Morgan who was the 1st African American representative from Cobb County that was elected age 23 to the Georgia House of Representative. Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

Behind Every Black Man, there is a Strong Black Woman!!  Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E sit down with LaKeitha Carlos who serves as the Chief of Staff to DeKalb county CEO, Michael L. Thurmond. Join us as LaKethia shares her insight on the local and national government and your involvement as a citizen.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast 

The ladies of 3 The Grown Way Podcast had a great time celebrating our 1st episode in 2021 with a LIVE taping…YEAH!!!   We discussed celebrating Christmas and New Year’s with family and friends, and we gave a thumbs up for the movie, SOUL.  Erikka, Nikki & Dr. E are committed to holding each other accountable with their 2021 expectations: INTENTIONAL, EMPOWERMENT & BREAKTHROUGH.  Also, in this episode, we described two things we would like to accomplish in 2021.  What do you want to accomplish in 2021?  Have you done your Vision Board this year?  It’s never too late to plan for your goals.  Listen to the full episode so you can get a sneak peek of what we have planned for Jan, Feb, and March.  2021 is OUR YEAR!!

3 The Grown Way Podcast will bring you a new feature called "The Bonus Spot". Each month we will bring you a short feature Bonus Spot focusing on 1 of 3 areas: Politics and Entertainment, Health and Wellness, or The Butterfly Effect. These spots are meant to be a quick jolt of energy and education to help jump start your day.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com Produced By Nikki Edmond Pecou, Music Br Mantis Media | DA Producers

On this Final Episode of 2020 Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E wrap up and look back on their initial intentions for the year 2020.  Sit back and relax as we discuss the feelings, disappoints, and achievements.  Join the conversation and let us know how your 2020 Intentions fell in line with all that occurred during the year. 3thegrownway@gmail.com  #3thegrownwaypodcast

Before we close out the year, we had to add in a fun episode to talk about all of the things that we like and fell in love with during 2020.  Think about your top 3 and when listening to the questions and join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

3 The Grown Way Podcast will bring you a new feature called "The Bonus Spot". Each month we will bring you a short feature Bonus Spot focusing on 1 of 3 areas: Politics and Entertainment, Health and Wellness, or The Butterfly Effect. These spots are meant to be a quick jolt of energy and education to help jump start your day.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Erikka, Nikki and Dr. E discuss fear as an obstacle to holding people back from living their true life's purpose.  Guest and friend Molly Jones, owner of Love Soul Beautiful Bed and Breakfast sit down and discuss her own obstacles as a business owner and the steps she took to really believing in her business that has helped her develop a successful Air BnB/Bed and Breakfast in Puerto Rico.  Join the conversation and let us know what could possible be holding you back.

2020 has been the year that none of us could have envisioned.  Most people just want the year to be over, however, we believe there are many things to be grateful for in 2020.  In this episode, Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E take a minute to celebrate all there is to be grateful for in 2020.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

This week we sit down for our final episode of our 3 part series about Election 2020 for "What Now" with our returning guest Tia to discuss now that we have some to the close of this election, where do we go from here as a nation.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Please grab a cup of tea or a glass of wine and definitely a pen and pad because this week's episode "Getting Ready for 2021" with Certified Life Coach Tiffany Dixon was POWERFUL.  Are you ready for 2021?  Do you know how to prepare for 2021? Tiffany dropped some knowledge on what you need to do in order to finish up 2020 strong, so you can set yourself up for living your best life in 2021.  Tiffany used her "P" points to get us started with Purpose, Passion, Perspective, Procrastination, Positivity, and your Girl Pack.  Come join the conversation and let us know how you are getting ready for 2021.  https://www.facebook.com/tiffanydixonpc/  tiffanydixon.com

This week Erikka and Nikki welcome back our previous guests from the first show of the series "The Debates"  Tia and Cezar to discuss The Vice Presidential Debate and the Final Presidential Debate. With less than 2 weeks till the election, this episode digs deep into the racial situations during the past 4 years as well as the Coronavirus.  Join the conversation and share your feelings at 3thegrownway@gmail.com  @3thegrownwaypodcast

This week Erikka, Nikki, and Dr. E discus the Racial Disparity in the Healthcare Industry.  Realizing there are some things that we can control, we walk through the steps of access to insurance, Black women being treated differently by physicians, conversation with your Physician, eating the right foods and so much more.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast DONATE TO MORRIS BROWN HERE!  

For way too long Black women have had to carry the word of "Superwoman", "strong"...the mask we must wear in this world is draining... we wear the mask at work and even sometimes at home because the visual of us being vulnerable is way too much for most to bear.  This week we sit down with Adjoa Jones to discuss the causes and how to release the title that many of us carry everyday...Superwoman.  Join the conversation! 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast Books mentioned in the Podcast: 1. Sacred Pampering Principles: An African-American Woman's Guide to Self-care and Inner Renewal by Gandy, Debrena J 2. You Can Heal Your Life  Hay, Louise

What happens when we bring together friends of all political choices?...a great conversation!  In this episode, we sit down with Cezar who votes Democratic, and Tia who votes Republican to get some thoughts on the first Presidential debate.  Can we agree to disagree?  of course and you will hear just that on this episode.  What are your thoughts on the debate and did it make an impact on who you are going to vote for this November.  Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast #3thegrownway 

Erikka, Nikki, and Dr, E sit down with Dr. Patrice J. Dawson to discuss her memoir It Didn't Kill Me. In this episode, Dr. Dawson walks us through steps in the book on how important FAITH is during hard times.  Dr. Daswon's book It Didn't Kill Me set the stage for the times that she has endured as well as the current times that we are dealing with during this Pandemic.  If you are experiencing a difficult time, this is a book for you to read.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com  #3thegrownwaypodcast To purchase the book, click here

The ladies sit down with Friend to the Show Cezar McKnight to discuss the pros and cons of the upcoming election.  Why are Black men supporting Donald Trump and what happens next after the election? Join the conversation and share your thoughts at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

Nikki and Dr. E. sit down with Adrian Harper, Alumni of Johnson C. Smith University and Alumni Agent for the Class of 1992 to discuss the giving and lack of giving from Alumni of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.  Get out your pen and paper as Adrian walks us through some suggestions on how to increase the giving from Alumni and other examples of HBCUs who are doing it well.  If you attended an HBCU and are not supporting your College or University, this episode will convict you to finally get on board.  Join the conversation and give us your thoughts at 3thegrownway@gmail.com To reach out to Adrian to with assistance in how to increase the giving, send her an email at  JCSU1992@yahoo.com

The ladies sit down with the Founder and Creator of Buy From a Black Woman, Nikki Porcher to discuss the rise in profits and support for Black Business Owner during the uprising and can this be maintained.  Nikki Porcher breaks down how important manifesting your dreams are being ready for whatever comes your way.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com   Learn more about our guest Nikki Porcher and BUY FROM A BLACK WOMAN at www.buyfromablackwoman.org

The ladies sit down with Guest host Lance Irvin who is the head coach for the Chicago States Men's basketball team to discuss the state professional sports during the Pandemic. Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com to join the conversation.  #3thegrownwaypodcast

The ladies sit down with Dr. Kecia Hyman, the shows resident Educator for the podcast to discuss the dilemma of reopening schools during this Pandemic for the new school year.  As we all know, the level of safety for children to return to school is questionable.  In this episode, we discuss the reality of making this decision with all that is going on in the world.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

Erikka and Nikki sit down with their daughters Blake and Solia to discuss their feelings about the Pandemic.  The girls share their feeling on school, friends, and trying to cope with the new normal.  This is a family-friendly episode!  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com

The ladies sit down with our guest host Jubril Pecou to discuss the inequities in a relationship and why the woman is often pushed under the bus for certain things, however, if a man commits the same act he is looked at totally different.  Join the conversation and let us know what you think at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

This week the ladies sit down with guest host Mr. David WIlliamson to discuss what could be considered a difficult situation...Homie,  Lover Friend. How would you feel if your spouse introduced a friend he used to sleep with as just a friend and not a previous lover?  Would you be upset to later find out after building a relationship with this woman that she and your spouse use to actually sleep together? Share your thoughts via email or social media. #3thegrownwaypodcast

The ladies sit down with guest host Kwasi Pecou to discuss mental health and wellness during a time when it is needed the most.  Dr. E and Kwasi guide us through the steps we can take to care for ourselves mentally and also provide 7 types of mental wellness that we need to look for not just in ourselves but also in our friends and family,  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com   To join the 21 Day Abundance mediation contact Kwasi via mkpecou@gmail.com

Are you a Bag Lady?  Do you have so much "stuff" that you can't put your hands on the things you are looking for?  We sat down with our resident Organizer/Minimalist Bobbi Edmond to check back in on us to see how we are progressing from our first conversation with her.  If you are looking to get things in order this is a conversation that you need to listen too.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com  #3thegrownwaypodcast If you want to check out our first conversation with Bobbi you can listen here. Instagram Pages to check out: @afrominimilist @minimilistchics @sheisawake @jchavae

The ladies sit down with friend and family guest host to the show Ahamad Martin to talk about how Generation Z views the political landscape and how they can impact change personally.  The conversation extends to the racial climate today and how the importance of voting may be lost in the midst of all that is going on.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

The ladies sit down with our resident show educator Dr. Kecia L Hyman to discuss the status of education for the upcoming school year 20-21 during this pandemic.  How will kids return to school during this pandemic...how will parents as well as educators cope during this time.  Join the conversation and let us know what you think by sending an email to 3thegrownway@gmail.com Pecou Family  Summer Reading Club 1. The Secret Lake - Karen Inglis 2. Born A Crime - Trevor Noah (The Teen Version) 3. One Crazy Summer     P.S. Be Eleven     Gone Crazy in Alabama     (This is a series by Rita Williams Garcia)   

Voter suppression is real and with all that is going on in the country, we are not hearing a lot about the election that will be taking place in a couple of months. The ladies discuss all the above topics and more.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

After the protesting, and the uprising and all the talking and conversations that are taking place due to the murder of George Floyd, what happens now?  This is when the real work begins the question is are we ready?  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast