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The Ask a Black Chick Podcast catches up on the latest current events and entertainment news and answers the questions submitted by listeners and readers about race, love, relationships and how it pertains to black women.

Ask a Black Chick Podcast by Latifah Miles


    • May 17, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 41m AVG DURATION
    • 27 EPISODES


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    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 27: Can I Compliment The Color Of A Black Woman's Dark Skin?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2019 28:20


    This week I answer if it's ok to compliment a black woman on her dark skin color. Mentioned on this episode: Questions: info@askablackchick.com or askablackchick.com Shop! www.thriftedrich.com and USE CODE BLACKCHICK for 10% off (just for yall) IG: askablackchck and thriftedrich

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 26: Shaniqua vs Shannon; Why Do Black People Have Unique Names

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2019 32:01


    This week, I answer R's question of why do black people have such unique names (ahem.. Latifah). Links: Thriftedrich.com Askablackchick.com

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 25: How Does Racism Look For Black People In 2019

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2019 29:10


    This week we answer the question: Do black people feel the pressure of racism in their everyday life? Links mentioned: @thriftedrich on Instagram + FB thriftedrich.com to sign up for email subscriber exclusive presale

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 24: How Do I Promote Hair Positivity For My Black Niece?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2019 38:43


    This week's question is a GOOD one! Anonymous wants to know how to encourage her black niece to love her hair instead of obsessing over her aunt's white hair. Links mentioned: Thrifted Rich: @thriftedrich on IG and FB, thriftedrich.com, hello@thriftedrich.com Submit questions: https://youngfabulousandnatural.com/ask-a-black-chick/ Music featured: Danielle Martin, Wanderlust (album), The Wanted (song): https://soundcloud.com/danielle-martin/sets/wanderlust

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 23: Is It Ok To Use Racial Slurs In An Academic Setting?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2019 40:05


    We are back! This week I tell you about where I've been (love life. work. family. alladat!) and answer the question of is it ok to use racial slurs in an academic setting? A few links to what I mentioned on the episode: IG: @askablkchk Email: info@askablackchick.com IG for thrifting shop online: @thriftedrich (thriftedrich.com) Email: hello@thriftedrich.com Thrifted Rich is an online thrift store of hand selected items chosen specifically to elevate your style without draining your pockets.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 22: Are My 3 Cornrows Cultural Appropriation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2018 32:40


    On this episode, I share how someone confused Aretha Franklin's passing with Diana Ross actually being the one that passed. I answer the question from anonymous: is it cultural appropriation of she wears 3 straight back cornrow braids? hmmm... This week's outro music is by @rononeal with the song titled Kilo. You can find him on Soundcloud and Youtube. Rate, Review, Share!

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 21: Special Episode Adventures In Diversity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2018 35:32


    This week I tell you about this strange experience in a bar with my friends that are in an interracial marriage (apparently that's still appalling to some) and instead of a question, I switch things up. I list 3 reasons why diversity is important for you and your kids (now or future). This week's outro music is by @DarkwaveAezey here on Soundcloud and Youtube. The song is Tip Toe from her latest project titled Darkwave Chronicles. Don't forget to share this episode and like, rate, and review everywhere (when I say everywhere, I mean iTunes). Send your music, questions, and general feedback to info@askablackchick!

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 20: Can White People Criticize Black People Ever?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2018 40:04


    In this episode, I talk to you about the importance of letting go of pettiness and accepting gratitude. I answer Anon's question, is it ever ok for white people to criticize or weigh in on black culture or actions? Music is by @JeansShepherd on Soundcloud, Twitter, and the gram! Song title: Burnden

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 19: Is It Ok To Compliment A Black Woman's Hair?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2018 41:03


    This week I tell you about my awkward office job moment that I had to go through (you don't wanna miss that) and answer Natasha's question: is it ok to compliment a black woman's hair or is it offensive and oppressive? This musical artists on the outro this week is my boo thang Melyrix with his song Amnesia! If you like what you hear, you can find more his music on Soundcloud (https://soundcloud.com/mel-lyrix).

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 18: I Accidentally Triggered My Black Friend. Help!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2018 32:14


    I am back with a new episode and despite my piss poor record, I am here to stay. On this episode, I update you on my life and everything new that is going on with me from my year of sobriety to my new man. I answer an anonymous question about triggering a friend of color and what to do to rebound. Finally, our amazing exit music is brought to you by Anika. You can find her here on Soundcloud (https://soundcloud.com/anika-k) and on IG (@anikaaaamusic) and everywhere else (https://fanlink.to/anikamusic). Please help me continue what I am doing by liking, rating, and subscribing here and iTunes! Thank you. And until next time, bye!

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 17: My Black Husband Despises Black Women. When Should I Speak Up?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2018 46:14


    This week we talk about Stephon Clark and his untimely murder by Sacramento, CA police. The new app in development by Jay Z and Diddy to connect people to black owned business. We answer Tara's question of when to speak up and when to shut up when her black husband expresses his disdain for black women and culture.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 16: How Can You Support Feminism But Not BLM?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2018 66:54


    We are back in action! This episode I catch up on the headlines from the last month and answer the question of choosing between my race and gender when it comes to movements like feminism and Black Lives Matter.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 15: It's Black Culture I Don't Like, Not Skin Color. Get It?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2018 37:36


    This week, I chat about the H&M debacle and Trump referring to Haiti and African countries as "shitholes". I answer an anonymous troll question in honor of the ultimate troll, our president. If you would like your music to be featured or want to submit a question, email me! info@askablackchick.com.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 14: Why Do Black Women Say They Don't Need A Man?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2017 53:19


    This week I answer the question (and read the answers of others) of why black women profess that they don't need a man. Also, I share my 2017 in rewind and tell you what's coming up for me in 2018. Lastly, the outro music this week is by rapper Chris Prythm and the song is Get Money. Find his music here on Soundcloud, iTunes, Google, and more. To have your music featured on your question answer, send me an email at info@askablackchick.com TODAY! Links below: Google Music - play.google.com/store/music/album…a2yapel4gve&hl=en Spotify - open.spotify.com/album/2Aha1SnfdMbunT3LUDLxbc iTunes - itunes.apple.com/us/album/spectac…ous/id1257204223

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 13: How Do I Define My 4B Natural Hair Curls?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2017 48:56


    This week we answer Emmaline's question of how to style her tappered 4b natural (and blonde) hair cut. Also, I share my New Year Resolutions (tell me yours!). The outro is by the artist Jaibee and the song is Save Your Love For Me (listen to her entire project here https://soundcloud.com/loving_v_virginia) Happy Holidays friends!

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 12: I Need Gift Ideas For My Black Friend. Help!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2017 43:39


    This week on the podcast, I update you on the "Tyrone situation", talk about what's been going on, and answer Greg's question of what are good gift ideas for black women? Outro Music by Clever Best

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 11: My Black Student Insulted A Student By Calling Him African. Help!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2017 53:33


    This week we talk about the first black royal family princess, Libya slavery crisis, Cyntoia Brown. I update you on laundromat bae (wannabe) and answer the question of how a white teacher should address black students using blackness as insults. Plus: Original music by Danielle Martin at the end. You don't want to miss it!

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 10: What Exactly Is A Racial Slur?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2017 36:37


    This week I talk about the idiot players from UCLA, Meek Mill's shady judge, and the triumph of Cards Against Humanity creators. I update you on laundromat bae (see episode 8) and answer the simple but in depth question, what is a slur.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 9: Are Black People Attracted To People Outside Of Their Race?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2017 38:32


    In this week's episode, I chat about Meek Mill heading back to prison, Tyrese fake crying for his daughter, my own custody woes, and answer a question submitted by Anon; are people of other races attracted to each other?

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep. 8: I Asked A Black Friend For Braiding Suggestions. Did I Offend Her?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2017 39:50


    This week I answer Kelly's question about if she offended her black friend when she asked her for a braiding shop recommendation even though her black friend never has her hair braided. I also give you my opinion on the roommate from hell at University of Hartford and share an embarrassing story from this week.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 7: What Do Black Women REALLY Think Of White Women?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2017 33:11


    On this week's episode, we are giving the internet trolls that live behind a computer screen what they've been asking for; attention! I answer 3 questions that are totally absurd for pure entertainment. We chat about Hazel-E's terrible comments towards the LGBT community, #metoo, and the Gucci Mane and Keyshia Ka'oir wedding. I also throw in a story of my most horrific sex experience and I assure you, it's ridiculous.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep 6: How Do I Make Friends Outside Of My Race?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2017 48:42


    In this week's podcast, I talk about all of the sexual assault allegations swirling around the media from Nelly to Harvey Weinstein. I also share a deeply personal story about my own sexual assault that happened to me in college. I then answer the question about how to deal with anxiety surrounding making friends from other races.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep.5: I'm White w. Haitian Lineage; How Do I Honor My Ancestor's Culture?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2017 55:30


    In this episode, I talk to you about the Kardashian/Jenner pregnancy rumors, why taking a knee is so important, and Wendy's cheating husband. I share my high point of the week (my son's almost 5!) and my low point (escaping a love triangle). I answer a question about how to honor a lineage that points back to a history of people of color when you are white. Where's the line between appreciating and appropriating.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep.4: Can I Say Nigga When I Sing Karaoke?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2017 38:56


    On this week's episode, we talk about the Kevin Hart cheating scandal, Issa Rae's awesome Emmy red carpet interview, and my incredible anxiety surrounded around losing my mom at 12 years old and how that has changed my interactions in relationships. Finally, but most importantly, we answer the tired ass question about why white people need to stay away from saying "the N word", even when singing karaoke!

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep.3: Why Are Black Women So Damn Angry?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2017 57:05


    In this episode, we talk about the major #blackgirlmagic success of Issa Rae and Rihanna as they shake up the make up industry. We chat about the terrible death of the 19 year old girl Kenneka Jenkins of Chicago. I tell you about my single mom dating woes and my new diet. And lastly, but most importantly, we answer Selene's question about the angry black women stereotype and why it seems so prevalent in her work place.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep.2: I'm A White Ally. Is It OK For Me To Use The Term #Blackgirlmagic?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2017 46:21


    In this episode, we chat about the hurricane that is rolling towards Florida, Munroe Bergdorf being fired from LOreal, and #BeyDay! I tell you about my week, the high points (yay coparenting) and the low points (boo friends). Lastly, but most importantly, we answer Christina's question about if she should use the term #blackgirlmagic even though she is white though she is an ally.

    Ask A Black Chick Podcast Ep.1: My Special Needs Student Said Something Racist!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2017 24:49


    In this debut episode, I introduce myself and the show to all of you. We dive into some current events like Hurricane Harvey, my disappointment with the VMAs, and how absolutely crazy Insecure was last week. We then get to Valerie's question this week about how she should handle a student with special needs blurting our a racial comment in class. Lastly, there is something special at the very end just for you!

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