Dear Black Girl

Surprise!! We're back with a new episode and today's guest is our girl Nefatari!! Listen as she shares her story of navigating the underground New York music scene as an independent artist. Nefatari's Five Songs: Bring Yuh Body - (DJ Sussone Featuring Nefatari and Kofi Black) What U Think About Me - Nefatari Favorite Girl - Nefatari and Xyclone Forever (radio version) - Nefatari Money and Fast Cars - Nefatari New York City-based recording artist, Nefatari, has soared from the independent underground music scene to the 'New & Next' stage at Essence Music Festival. In 2014 Nefatari received an Underground Music Award for Most Promising Female Artist and was recently named Irie Jam Radio's Female Singer of The Year! Dripping with style, intelligence, beauty, and sex appeal, Carib news says "Nefatari proves to have the necessary wherewithal to hang with the big guns." This triple threat started as a background singer for Lindsey Lohan and Emma Bunton (Baby Spice) and made her way to becoming a solo artist.

Happy Holidays!! Here we are with the last episode of 2021 and it's all about hair! In Episode 58 we talk with A.J. Watkins the creator and founder of the hair care line, All Natural Kinks. Sit back and listen as A.J. shares her journey of conquering my kinky hair insecurities, the creation of her here care brand, and more! As a gift to celebrate this holiday season All Natural Kinks is gifting our listeners with a 20% off discount code. When you shop on AllNaturalKinks.com us the Discount Code: DEARBLACKGIRL --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dear-black-girl/support

In episode 59 journalist, media personality and author Sesali Bowen talks with us about her debut book ‘Bad Fat Black Girl: Notes From a Trap Feminist', the power of standing firm in your voice, and how what you start out as isn't what you necessarily become.

Here we are with episode 56 of Dear Black Girl, the Season 4 finale to be exact!! In this episode, we're talking with C. Nichole who is a multi-hyphenated businesswoman and creative with a love for travel. So sit back and listen as we chat about traveling, songwriting, and her newly created non-profit the Pan African Think Tank. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dear-black-girl/support

In episode 53 we welcome award-winning choreography, creative director, and Epic Records' newest artist Charm La'Donna. Get into this conversation as we dive into what it really means when they say"‘What's for You is for You" Episode 53 playlists ‘A Black Girl's Mixtape' available on Apple Music Listen to Charm La'Donna's single ‘West Side'(HERE) Shop Dear Black Girl Podcast store on our website [DearBlackGirlPodcast.com] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dear-black-girl/support

We dug in the archives to bring you this quick bonus episode featuring UK artist Stefflon Don. Off the success of her 2017 hit single "Hurtin' Me" feating French Montana we got a chance to have a quick conversation with Stefflon Don as she dropped words she will lived by and the meaning two of her favorite songs hold to her. ---------- Shop Dear Black Girl merchandise today on our Tee-Spring website

2020 has been the longest 5 years lord knows so much shit has happened in this past year!! And Candi Hussle host of Dope Chick With Ambition Podcast invited our host Unique onto her show to talk about it all. So sit back relax and rejoice in the fact that we made it this far after one hell of a year. Here's to hoping 2021 isn't as toxic of a year as 2020 cause 2020 was mad real!! -------------------------------------------- Dear Black Girl merch now available - https://teespring.com/stores/dear-black-girl-podcast Trap Wars® is what your game nights are missing. Unlike most games you play, Trap Wars is for the culture. Get your team to say the word on your card the quickest without using trap words...or your card might get snatched! Purchase here -> FamFoolery.com

Welcome to episode of 52 of Dear Black Girl and catch these vibes today as we sit with singer/songwriter Saint Bodhi to talk about her debut album ‘Mad World', astrology and life. Episode 51 playlists ‘A Black Girl's Mixtape' available on Apple Music Listen to Saint Bodhi's Debut Album ‘Mad World' (Here) Shop Dear Black Girl podcast Merch - https://teespring.com/stores/dear-black-girl-podcast --------------------------------------------------------- About Saint Bodhi Saint Bodhi is a chameleon. Having absorbed sounds from her native Los Angeles as well as Atlanta and New York, the singer/songwriter's unmatched malleability has made her an essential piece to the behind-the-scenes of several blockbuster albums. Now 27 years old with a star-studded resume to her name, however, Bodhi is ready to pivot from songwriting into a solo career of her own. Born and raised in South Central, CA, Bodhi developed a natural knack for songwriting in her early years, eventually pursuing a career in music by attending the Musician's Institute in Los Angeles. Following school, her unmatched work ethic and fine-tuned ear immediately stood out amongst her peers, and in the years to follow, Bodhi became known as a reputable songwriter in R&B and hip-hop, boasting A$AP Rocky, Jaden Smith, Kevin Gates, and DJ Snake as just a few of her past collaborators.

Hey Loves!! Welcome to episode of 51 of Dear Black Girl we sit with Vanessa Simmons to talk about everything from our college experiences at St. John's University, Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, Dream-chasing and Legacy. grab some wine and tap in on this girl talk. Episode 50 playlists ‘A Black Girl's Mixtape' available on Apple Music --------------------------------------------------------- About Vanessa 2019 was inarguably the year of the woman and Vanessa shows no signs of slowing down in this new decade as she kicked off the year by announcing her return to her footwear brand, Pastry, as creative director. With so many business moGALS in heels, women dominated the scene from sports to politics, music and beauty. Vanessa Jean Simmons has been the definition of a power across fashion, beauty and entertainment for the past few decades Daughter of hip-hop pioneer Rev Run of the legendary rap group, RUN DMC; it was only fitting that Simmons step into her own at an early age. As a mother, an actress, a fashionista and a creative director Simmons quickly showed the world she was boss material when she was introduced on her family's hit reality tv show, MTV Run's House. It was on that show where the lifestyle influencer became a household name. Vanessa hit the ground running creating a fashion empire alongside sister Angela, called “Pastry”. The footwear brand went on to have worldwide success in the fashion industry generating over 75 million dollars in sales. The success of Pastry lead to a spinoff show on MTV for both Vanessa and Angela called “Daddy's Girls” which documented their move to Los Angeles and the further success of Pastry. A well respected Mompreneur, Simmons has excelled balancing life as a mother to her daughter Ava, television host, actress, model and brand ambassador. She co-owns and serves as the creative director of the teenage scholarship pageant “Miss Teenage California” which not only gives young women a one-of-a-kind weekend long pageant experience, but also awards them with over $20,000 in scholarship funds. Vanessa's unparalleled business savvy, fashion sense and love for beauty and skincare has only fueled her creative fire and has led to the successful launch of her natural and cruelty free skincare line, Sugar Me and her successful Mommy & Me clothing line, Glitter and Lace, featuring fashion forward and playful pieces for both mothers and daughters. Vanessa currently stars in UMC's hit show, Monogamy and BET's breakout hit serise Games People Play and has more incredible opportunities launching in 2020.

HEY SIS!!! These past 10ish weeks on Quarantine has got us thinking a lot about the space we’re in, in our lives right now so we hit up our girls Mikhala Jene and Danielle Lyndsay to chat about understanding and walking in their purpose and giving your all while chasing their dreams especially during this time of quarantine!!

GIRLAAAAAAA these dudes!!! Here we are with episode 47 of the Dear Black Girl and our second installment of the Quarantine Chronicles. This time we check in with our girls Brittiany Cierra and Kit to chat about what this time in quarantine has taught them about relationships both romantic & platonic.

Welcome to the Quarantine Chronicles of Dear Black Girl. Have you checked in on your friends stuck in the house with their kids? Well check in with our girls Christina and Olivia as they chat about the adventure of motherhood while under quarantine. Also check out the special PSA for our NY listeners from one of our favorite singers at the end.

Hey Sis!!....Y’all Good??! How’s this quarantine lifestyle treating you? With everything happening around the world with the COVID-19 pandemic we had to come out of sabbatical to check in on you guys. We understand how hard this time may be for a lot of our listeners financially, physically, emotionally and mentally. So we wanted to help you guys bring your anxiety and stress down with a meditation session in mindfulness!! We’re also putting together a few virtual events for you guys to join us in as we continue to find was to stay social while maintaining social distance! So check our IG page and stories (@dearblackgirlpod) every Tuesday for the month of April for information on our virtual meet ups!! ...also I had just attempted to work out before recording this so don't mind me being out of breath the first 2 mins LMAO!!

In episode 44 we chat with singer Tinashe about he new album Songs For You and more.

In episode 43 Unique sits and talks to the super talented Rapsody. Sit back and catch all these life gems as Rapsody reminisces on some of her favorite and most influential career and life moments.

For episode 42 Unique talks with singer/songwriter Mikhala Jené about growing up in Jacksonville, North Carolina, Living in one's purpose, Touring with Ari Lennox, the song that lead to her eventually moving to LA follow her dreams and more.

In episode 41 I talk with Roc Nation songstress Nicole Bus about the beauty of love, life in the States vs Netherlands, her #1 billboard charting debut single “You”, and the power of manifestation.

Episode 40 introduces us to rising entertainment lawyer Desiree Tallley who talks about leaving her job at Viacom to start her own law practice and everything in between.

Episode 39 introduces us to Philly native and rising singer Suzann Christine. Listen as she talks about fighting for prison reform, taking a leap of faith to chase her dreams and everything in-between.

Our celebration of dope black women in music for Women's History Month continues with episode 38 where we sit down and chat with Dreamville artist Ari Lennox. Listen as we share a lot of laughs and talk about... just about everything under sun!

Happy Women's History month!! For the month of march we are highlighting a few dope artist coming up in the industry. In Episode 37 we chat with Cinematic Music Group artist Abby Jasmine. The Staten Island native is best known for her viral comedic videos across multiple social media platforms and her debut, Trap Mom is a jam-packed, hyper-confident, no-fucks EP comprised of 7 tracks of flexes, boy byes, stack-counting and advice to her haters. Listen as we talk about touring with Rico Nasty, chasing her music dreams, our experiences with edibles, and more

In episode 36 Unique sits down with renowned certified life coach, author and Girlfriends Pray Inc. founder Dee Marshall to talk about purpose, universal alignment, growing into your power and more!

Ep. 35 introduces us to up and coming artist iamchelseaiam who shares her story of moving to New York to chase her music dream and more!

Episode 34 introduces us to NYC based psychiatrist and influencer Dr. Jess! Listen as we talk about the inspiration behind her #BeWell conversation series, college days, the interconnection between music and mental health, the power of love and more!! Dear Black Girl.... Everything is Love!

Ep, 33 introduces us to Essence Grant the senior beauty editor of BuzzFeed's ASIS. Full or laughs and cautionary love tells listen as Essence shares how she became the Queen of Buzzfeed Beauty, lessons in love, how she's using her platform to redefine the industries definition of Beauty and more!

Ep. 32 introduces us to HuffPost Black Voices Editor Taryn Finley who is the living embodiment of what Black Girl Magic is. Listen as Taryn shares her journey of navigating the NY Media world after graduating from college. Learning how to never let your circumstances define who you are and more!! so Dear Black Girl.. this one is most definitely For Us and By Us.

Ep. 31 introduces us to DJ, Producer and Fashionista Crystal DeVone better known, as DJ C. DeVone. Listen as the New York native shares her story of how she went from working on high-profile events as an Event Planner to DJ'ing some of the biggest events across the nation.

In Ep. 30 we are introduced to Savannah Britt, a PR Guru and the owner of GP & Britt Public Relations, who shares how she went from owning her own fashion publication at 12 to pursue a career in public relations and working with likes of DJ Khaled, Gucci Mane, Ryan Leslie, Lil Yachty, and more. Listen as Savannah talks about lessons she's learned about building a business and working in the music in the industry; working to help push the Afrobeat genre stateside; being a publicist in a streaming and playlist driven era and more! Dear Black Girl...I'm Bossy *Kelis Voice*

In episode 29 we sit down with the author of "Red Flags, Run", Ashley Gillett and whew chile, the stories!! Listen as Ashley drops by to talk about her book, past dating experiences, the red flags you should never ignore in a relationship, her self love journey and the 4 years of no dating it took her to get their. Plus another special Dear Black Girl open letter to kick things off. So Dear Black Girl... sometimes it comes like a Epiphany.

Full of laughs and your weekly dose of positive vibes! Ep. 28 introduces us to the multi talented Krystal Garner. The winner of BET and T.I.'s series 'Grand Hustle'. Listen as Krystal shed's light on her journey within the Entertainment industry, living in her purpose, learning to celebrate herself and overcome hearing "No" plus more! Dear Black Girl... I Know I Can

We are back!! from our Summer Break!! So here in EP 27 our host Unique introduces you all to 3 of her close friends Brehanna, Danielle and Marie! As they have a conversation about relationships, “love,” sex and everything in between over 2 bottles of wine, a episode of insecure and the playlist that brings it all together. So laugh with them as they share the lessons they’ve learned over the last few years. - Plus a special #DearBlackGirl open letter to kick things off!! So.... Dear Black Girl... For The Love Of You!!

Here we are with Episode 26 and our Season 2 finale!! This episode format is a bit different from all our past episodes (because we were short on time) but we know that you will enjoy it!!! Dear Black Girl this episode we introduce you to Detroit native and hip hop artists Kash Doll as we talk about the power of simplicity, celebrating accomplishments and how everything ties into God’s plan.

Episode 25 introduces us to award winning journalist, TV and Radio host, and Black Enterprise Editor Selena Hill. Listen as Selena shares her journey to landing a full time gig at Black Enterprise, building up her award winning radio show, and the power of Beyonce's Lemonade! Plus we discuses the effects of colorism within the Black community. So Dear Black Girl... lets start from the bottom.

Ep. 24 introduces us to 23-year-old rising artist, model and VH1's Love and Hip Hop: Miami's Taylor Hing, better known as Chinese Kitty. Listen as Taylor opens up about her battle with postpartum depression after the birth of her son, learning her self-worth,the one relationship that changed her life and more!! so Dear Black Girl...that's 20 SOMETHING.

Ep. 23 introduces us to entertainment journalist Tanisha LaVerne Grant. Listen as Tanisha shares tales of leaving her news job to chase her dream of being a actress in LA, Growing up in Chester Pennsylvanian, Dancing to the beat of your own drum, leaving in your purpose, and SO MANY MANY LIFE GEMS... sooooo Dear Black Girl..Welcome To Hollywood!!!

Ep. 22 introduces us to radio personality, producer and the creator of Women in Radio Meaghan Taylor. Listen as she shares what lead to the creation of her women empowerment radio based network brand, transitioning from college to mainstream radio, and the journey of finding herself in it all. This episode is perfect for those just kicking off they’re career in radio. So Dear Black Girl… let’s talk about these RADIO DAZE

Episode 21 introduces us to digital storyteller and BET’s audiences development manager Brittiany Cierra. Listen as Brittiany sheds light on fighting for equal pay and raises plus taking risk and not choosing contentment all will exchanging first year experiences of living in NY, dating woes (dating in NY vs DC) and more with the Unique. So Dear Black Girl... Pass The Wine

Episode 20 introduces us to marketing and public relations maven Alex Hill. In this episode Alex shares how she navigated her way through the NY Public Relations scene, lessons in love, how she learned self care after moving back home for two years, what sparked the creation of food blog Just Add Hot Sauce, and more!!!

EPISODE 19 INTRODUCES US TO AWARD WINNING BROADCAST JOURNALIST JAMILA MUSTAFA. LISTEN AS JAMILA SHARES STORIES ABOUT HER INTRODUCTION INTO THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY AT AN EARLY AGE, GROWING UP IN WILMINGTON DELAWARE, HER DREAMS IF IMPACTING THE WORLD, BREAKING BARRIERS, AND SO MUCH MORE!!! Subscribe to calm today at http://shopcandlelit.co and Dear Black Girl listeners receive 10% off their first CandelLit box with code ‘dearblack10’!

So last week got a little hectic for me with all the Black Panther excitement plus I ran into a little technical difficulties BUT boom we’re here!! FYI this episode jumps right into our guest music count down (remember the technical difficulties part, someone touched the pod which messed up the into) BUT WE STILL POPPING!! Welcome to EP 18which introduces us to Vibe editor Shenequa Golding Now this episode is one of my favorites because of how soulful it is!! Listen as Shenequa shares stories of past love, music, Moesha (yes we talked about Moesha), being a all around incredibly DOPE women, and so much more! So DEAR BLACK GIRL...WHATS GOING ON?

EPISODE 17 INTRODUCES US TO FASHION JOURNALIST JAMÉ THE BLONDE MISFIT JACKSON. LISTEN AS JAMÉ SHARES STORIES ABOUT BEING A BLACK WOMEN IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY, HOW SHE DISCOVERED HER PURPOSE, HOW SHE OPENED DOORS IN HER CAREER THAT WERE ONCE CLOSED, HER LEAP OF FAITH MOVE TO NYC, AND SO MUCH MORE!!! SO... DEAR BLACK GIRL, MAKE A SEAT AT THE TABLE

Episode 16 introduces us to Radio One Digital Producer and entertainment reporter Lauren 'Bobby Pen' Williams. In this over the phone conversation bobby shares how being told no lead to the creation of her site thebobbypen.com, HER JOURNEY OF TRULY DEFINING WHO SHE IS, relationships, and how one tweet helped her change her life!! So... Dear Black Girl, here's a little Girl Talk

Welcome to Season 2 of Dear Black Girl. This season we have boyh in studio and phone interviews. Picking up from where we left off in Season 1; episode 15 introduces us to poet, scholar and activist Brittany 'Ree' botts. In this ep. Ree shares stories of Discovering the importance of her healing space, what sparked the creation of The Selfology Movement, being a victim of sexual abuse, her journey to self love and so much more!! so... Dear Black Girl.... Who's Confidently Lost

Ep. 14 introduces us to publicist and founder of Multi Artistry Ent. Avery Watson. Listen as Avery share the challenges of being a entrepreneur, the importance of instilling confidence in yourself and anything your doing and learning how to love and be loved. Plus we also get into the topics of bullying, mental health within the Black community and the importance of therapy. So Dear Black Girl... Let me tell you about my Aunt Jackie

In Episode 13 we are introduced to the founder of TheTakeovah.com, Robin J. Listen as Robin shares the ups and downs of the music industry from a journalist perspective, what sparked her interest in helping develop and empower emerging artists, battling depression, overcoming set backs and much more... Dear Black Girl You gotta dream like you never seen obstacles

In Episode 12 we are introduced to the Associate Entertainment Editor for Yandy Smith’s ‘Everything Girls Love’ website Novia Rose!! This episode is a must listen as Novia shares life lessons she's learned while trying to carve a path for herself within a industry everyone wants to be apart of. She also opens up about the struggles many young professionals in the entertainment industry face, the work that goes into building a brand, lessons she learned from Yandy and much much more!! so Dear Black Girl....Always Be Fearless!!!

In Episode 11 we are introduced to singer Rkhty who shares what her journey has been like since going after her dreams. From ups and downs, to self-doubts and proving to others this is what she was born to do. Dear Black Girl Never Stop Chasing Your Dream.

In Episode 10 we are introduced to Angeliqua Mcnair, the founder and creator of Melanin On Wall Street. Check it out as Angelique share's what made her leave the fashion industry for a more corporate setting, her connection to Yvonne Orji character Molly in Insecure, lessons in love and more... Dear Black Girl, here's to Breaking Every Chain.

Episode 9 is actually the first ever episode I recorded for Dear Black Girl. It's what kicked off the series and began it all. In this Episode we are introduced to Tabby who shares stories of awareness and self growth. As she shares the challenges of building a music brand for artist within her city as well as bringing her dreams to the forefront. So Dear Black Girl...here's how you Love Yourz.

Episode 8 introduces us to cook and Say Grace catering owner Shaw-nae Dixon. Shaw-nae drops soooooo many gems on life, love, believing in your purpose, the power of family and sooo much more. After recording it yesterday I felt that this episode should be heard immediately and switched it out for the one I had originally planed. This episode is a blessing and super inspiring to say the least. So DEAR BLACK GIRL...Live Your Life Like It's Golden

On Episode 7 we are introduced to singer/songwriter Eni. Listen as she share's how she quit her job to pursue her dreams, her battle with depression and and the process of discovering her identity at a younger age, and the feelings she felt the first time she heard her song "Kissing In The Dark" played on the radio. Plus her live post-reaction of meeting TLC during the podcast. So Dear Black Girl.. That Feels Unpretty this one is for you.