Girl Truth: What Lens Are You Looking Through?

In Girl Truth's Season Four opening episode, hosts Angela, Aniya, and Mikala discuss the how black girls are objectified from a young age. They discuss objectification in media, schools, and sometimes even within their own homes. Opening up with a candid icebreaker, reminisce on when comments about their bodies or looks first surfaced. The girl crew also discusses the challenges of navigating societal expectations surrounding the "grown woman body" and the pressures to conform to a specific image. No shade to the Sexy Redds and Ice Spices of the world, but having only that image to strive to has a big impact on their mental health and self-worth. Follow us on Instagram @theevoluerhouse, and donate to our mission of serving underrepresented girls at evoluerhouse.org.

In the Season 3 finale, Marmia Day shares two of her poems, specifically to encourage those who are experiencing battles for physical, mental and emotional health as she is. In her own words, "These poems are my truth. For everyone going through something similar to everyone who wants to just be able to try to get better. Those known and unknown to me. I will keep your vigil. I will bear witness to your pain.. until judgement day or victory. These two poems are for me *and* you. I love you. Be safe." We love you, be safe, and we hope you will join us in August to kick off Season 4!

In part one of our Season 3 finale, Marmia Day candidly shares her views regarding Autism Awareness Month from the perspective of a person with lived experience, raising a crucial question for lawmakers, politicians, health care providers and other entities that knowingly or unknowingly create barriers to the achievement of emotional, mental & physical well-being: Is this really the best we can do?

In the final installment of our Women's History Month celebration, we revisit four episodes that charted in the top twenty on Apple Podcasts Non-Profit Episodes charts: BLACK GIRL PAIN - #2 in Albania BLACKS AGAINST THE BLACK LIVES MATTER MOVEMENT - #2 in Indonesia NAVIGATING A NEW NORM - #4 in Spain THIS FEELS LIKE A SET UP - #20 in Poland

In this installment of our Women's History Month rewind, we revisit our story episodes. These episodes give a glimpse into the lives, struggles and triumphs of our podcast co-hosts. Included in this episode are excerpts from LEAVING PUERTO RICO: JENNIELEE'S STORY withJennielee Hilario, I AM NOT A TERRORIST with Baiyinah Gough, and INTRODUCING ASIYAH with Asiyah Ball.

The Women's History Month rewind continues as we celebrate history making moments of our podcast. We revisit excerpts from our three #1 episodes: ARTISTIC EXPRESSION & POLITICAL ACTION - our first #1 episode in the country of Angola featuring Andrea and Laila BACK TO SCHOOL - our Season II #1 episode in the country of Indonesia featuring Asiyah, Jennielee and Taylor SNAKES (MARIE'S STORY) - our Season III #1 episode in the country of Spain featuring Kaitlyn

In celebration of Women's History Month, we are sharing some of Girl Truth's milestones and historical moments. This week, we are sharing excerpts from our first official episode, Reresentation of Women of Color in the Media, which debuted August 14, 2019 and remains our most listened to episode to date. The episode features Adina, Baiyinah and Janayjah.

Join Laila and Mamia as they discuss the trap of isolation and the necessity of the village in this final episode of this series. Affirmation: I will seek help. It doesn't make me weak; it makes me strong.

Laila and Marmia are back in the fifth part of this six part series discussing trust, triggers, trauma and support systems in the aftermath. Affirmation: I am proud of myself for doing the absolute best that I can.

Laila and Marmia continue the conversation and explore the responsibilities of being a friend. Affirmation: I deserve to be at peace.

Evoluer House Board Member India Mayo joins fellowBoard Member & Co-Host, Marmia Day in a candid discussion on the detriment of performatie activism, finding your activism & the importance of having a self care plan.

Laila and Marmia continue the conversation, focusing on managing and maintaining friendships. Affirmation: "I choose to forgive, because it feels better to love."

Laila and Marmia continue their discussion, focusing on self motivation, staying motivated in the face of failure and the importance of showing up. Affirmation: I completely forgive myself for all past failures and mistakes.

Laila & Marmia kick off this 6 part series on motivation & friendship by exploring what motivates them as individuals verses what society deems as reasons to be motivated. They have chosen the following affirmation to sum up this episode: "I am courageous & brave for trying, even when it's hard."

In this special narrative episode, podcast co-host Marmia Day shares her thoughts in three powerful poems. Atlas addresses the "weight" of racial inequity and disparity carried by people of color. Same Spot; New Wound addresses the repeated acts of social injustice that prove liberty & justice is not for all. September 3 is a beautiful tribute to the 1609 lives lost in the U.S. on to Covid 19 on that day. Please consider a gift to The Evoluer House so that we can continue advocating for change for girls of color & producing powerful content such as this. https://www.facebook.com/donate/224918239753218/

Is this a setup? Since the pandemic, have the increasing gaps in education & the lack of access to adequate technology fallen disproportionately on students in historically marginalized and underserved groups on purpose? Kaitlyn and Marmia return to discuss to these disparities in the second of a two part episode. Theme Music: Cutes & Hugs Courtesy of KHX - The Kevin Harrington Xperiment

Is this a setup? Since the pandemic, have the increasing gaps in education & the lack of access to adequate technology fallen disproportionately on students in historically marginalized and underserved groups on purpose? Kaitlyn and Marmia return to discuss to these disparities in the first of a two part episode. Theme Music: Cutes & Hugs Courtesy of KHX - The Kevin Harrington Xperiment

Andrea and Jennielee are back discussing the positives and negatives of social media during the pandemic, including how they used social media to launch a YouTube Channel and a sewing business. Subscribe to LIFEOFDREA on YouTube. Follow and purchase from @je.sewing on Instagram. Theme Music: Cutes & Hugs by KHX (The Kevin Harrington Xperiment) featuring Roy Richardson

Season Three kicks off with a conversation between Andrea and Jennielee on the importance of positive thinking and Adina Hill stepping into the role of producer!

In our first narrative episode, Kaitlyn Phillips shares Marie's story; a fictional account of an actual event involving sexual abuse. We share these stories to let listeners who have had similar experiences know they are not alone and there is help. INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES https://osapr.harvard.edu/international-resources-0 (Scroll for your country) http://www.ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html (Scroll for your country) https://pathwaystosafety.org/sexual-assault/ Childhelp (1.800.4ACHILD) Provides assistance 24/7 in 170 languages ​​to adults, children and youth with information and questions regarding child abuse. All calls are anonymous and confidential.

Dans notre premier épisode narratif, Asiyah Ball partage l'histoire de Marie; un récit fictif d'un événement réel impliquant des abus sexuels. Nous partageons ces histoires pour permettre aux auditeurs qui ont vécu des expériences similaires de savoir qu'ils ne sont pas seuls et qu'il y a de l'aide. RESSOURCES INTERNATIONALES https://osapr.harvard.edu/international-resources-0 (Faites défiler pour votre pays) http://www.ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html (Faites défiler pour votre pays) https://pathwaystosafety.org/sexual-assault/ Childhelp (1.800.4ACHILD) Fournit une assistance 24/7 dans 170 langues aux adultes, aux enfants et aux jeunes avec des informations et des questions concernant la maltraitance des enfants. Tous les appels sont anonymes et confidentiels.

En nuestro primer episodio narrativo, Jennielee Hilario comparte la historia de Marie; un relato ficticio de un evento real que involucra abuso sexual. Compartimos estas historias para que los oyentes que han tenido experiencias similares sepan que no están solos y que hay ayuda. RECURSOS INTERNACIONALES https://osapr.harvard.edu/international-resources-0 (Desplácese para ver su país) http://www.ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html (Desplácese para ver su país) https://pathwaystosafety.org/sexual-assault/ Childhelp (1.800.4ACHILD) Brinda asistencia las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana en 170 idiomas a adultos, niños y jóvenes con información y preguntas sobre el abuso infantil. Todas las llamadas son anónimas y confidenciales.

In the final episode of the series, Marmia and Adina talk about how the myth of the strong Black woman impacts those with mental health issues, spoon theory & final thoughts. Marmia has provided a list of useful vocabulary to help with understanding meltdowns, burnout & inertia. 1. https://autisticality.com/2014/06/10/defining-meltdowns/ 2. https://autisticality.com/2015/08/12/burnout/ 3. https://autisticality.com/2014/11/10/inertia/ Check out our featured musical talent, Ms. Shaunte Daurice, an R&B artist and songwriter from Philadelphia, with vocals that are equal parts smooth, piercing and moving. Get into the anthemic tunes on her debut EP 'Powerless', that tell stories we can all relate to, backed by consistently colorful and complex vocal arrangements. Available on Spotify, Amazon Music & Apple Music. Visit her on the web at www.shauntedaurice.com

Marmia shares with Adina the complexity of ASD, ADHD & suicide through her personal lens. Suicide is preventable. Here are some resources to help you find crisis support worldwide. www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines www.suicide.org/international-suicide-hotlines www.suicidestop.com Music heals. Check out our featured musical talent, Ms. Shaunte Daurice, an R&B artist and songwriter from Philadelphia, with vocals that are equal parts smooth, piercing and moving. Get into the anthemic tunes on her debut EP 'Powerless', that tell stories we can all relate to, backed by consistently colorful and complex vocal arrangements. Available on Spotify, Amazon Music & Apple Music. Visit her on the web at www.shauntedaurice.com

Associate Producer Adina Hill & Marmia Day continue their historic and important discussion. In this episode, they touch on the difficulties Marmia encounters with finding resources & support, the ADHD Tax & her struggle with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria. Please check out the resources Marmia has provided for coping with dysfunctional thoughts and improductivity. 1. Dysfunctional thoughts http://bethany-sensei.tumblr.com/post/175326500104/goodmorningvelma-catifex-bishounen-curious 2. Improductivity http://iztarshi.tumblr.com/post/175208729656/you-know-i-once-googled-how-very-organized And don't forget to check out our featured musical talent, Ms. Shaunte Daurice, an R&B artist and songwriter from Philadelphia, with vocals that are equal parts smooth, piercing and moving. Get into the anthemic tunes on her debut EP 'Powerless', that tell stories we can all relate to, backed by consistently colorful and complex vocal arrangements. Available on Spotify, Amazon Music & Apple Music. Visit her on the web at www.shauntedaurice.com

The series continues as Marmia shares with Adina her personal experience navigating the arduous diagnostic process and the challenges she face proving her self diagnosis to medical professionals. For those of you that might be facing similar challenges personally or with a loved one, Marmia has provided a list of resources. Diagnostic screeners 1. https://taniaannmarshall.wordpress.com/2013/03/26/moving-towards-a-female-profile-the-unique-characteristics-abilities-and-talents-of-asperwomen-adult-women-with-asperger-syndrome/ 2. https://the-art-of-autism.com/females-and-aspergers-a-checklist/ 3. Current “official” diagnostic criteria https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/hcp-dsm.html 4. Diagnostic criteria for Asperger's, a previously separate disorder that got combined with autism disorder to form autism spectrum disorder. https://iancommunity.org/cs/about_asds/about_asds_dsm_iv_criteria_for_aspergers_syndrome 5. Diagnostic criteria for Autism disorder pre- DSM V changes https://iancommunity.org/cs/autism/dsm_iv_criteria And don't forget to check out our featured musical talent, Ms. Shaunte Daurice, an R&B artist and songwriter from Philadelphia, with vocals that are equal parts smooth, piercing and moving. Get into the anthemic tunes on her debut EP 'Powerless', that tell stories we can all relate to, backed by consistently colorful and complex vocal arrangements. Available on Spotify, Amazon Music & Apple Music. Visit her on the web at shauntedaurice.com

Associate producer Adina Hill and our newest podcast host, Marmia Day discuss the impact of race & gender on the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder in the first of this multi-segment episode. Please check out our featured musical talent, Ms. Shaunte Daurice, an R&B artist and songwriter from Philadelphia, with vocals that are equal parts smooth, piercing and moving. Get into the anthemic tunes on her debut EP 'Powerless', that tell stories we can all relate to, backed by consistently colorful and complex vocal arrangements. Available on Spotify, Amazon Music & Apple Music. Visit her on the web at shauntedaurice.com

Andrea, Asiyah and Taylor are back discussing their views on Black people who choose not to support the Black Lives Matter movement.

Andrea, Asiyah and Taylor share their views on rioting, looting, protests and social unrest.

Kaitlyn and Laila discuss the truth, the myths, & the impact of the pain experienced by Black women and girls..

Asiyah, Jennielee & Taylor discuss the joy and responsibility of being an older sister.

Asiyah, Baiyinah and Janayjah discuss the pandemic from a positive perspective; sharing their personal development, the challenges they have overcome & are overcoming, and the Silver Linings they have found along the way.

Asiyah, Jennielee & Taylor discuss their thoughts on the start of a new school year in the midst of the pandemic.

Colorism? Toxic Masculinity? Transphobia? In this episode, Andrea, Asiyah and Taylor explore the reasons why it seems the lives of all types of Black women seem to matter less than the lives of others.

In the first episode of our Pandemic & Social Unrest series, Laila and Kaitlyn discuss their feelings about digital learning, restricted social interaction & navigating a new norm in the age of Covid 19.

We open Season II by introducing our newest co-host, Evoluer House graduate, business owner & teen social activist, Ms. Asiyah Ball! Join us as Asiyah shares her view of life through her unique & amazing lens.

In our Season One finale. scholar, athlete, & Bowie State hopeful Baiyinah Gough shares her powerful story of who she is & how she, as a 14 year old girl, found the courage to overcome the false perceptions of who she was.

In the final segment of this three part episode, Laila, Taylor and Andrea talk about cultural appropriation.

Andrea, Laila and Taylor continue their conversation with a focus on identity.

In the first of a three part episode - Deep Conversations - Andrea, Laila & Taylor explore levels of toleration & with whom to engage in difficult conversations.

Dario Fo says, “Every artistic expression is either influenced by or adds something to politics.” In this bonus episode, Laila & Andrea have an impromptu conversation with their producer about the impact of the arts on politics.

Jamie Johnson said, “When you are born rich, you have all these options. You can pursue a career path that you find interesting; there's no need or pressure to start working to get funds just for survival, which is something a lot of people have to struggle with.” In this episode, Kaitlyn, Jennielee & Janayjah share their views on achieving success & goals in spite of the limitations girls of color often face.

“No one came to our neighborhoods with stand-up jobs and showed us there's a different way. Maybe, had I seen different role models, maybe I'd've turned on to that.” Jay-Z In this episode, Taylor, Laila and Adina discuss their views on looking for and being a role model.

Jennielee es una graduada galardonada de Evoluer House que sueña con convertirse en diseñadora de moda. En este episodio muy especial de Girl Truth: What Lens Are You Looking Through ?, ella comparte su historia de vivir a través del huracán María, dejar Puerto Rico y comenzar una nueva vida en Filadelfia. Este episodio también está disponible en ingles.

Jennielee is an award winning Evoluer House graduate who dreams of becoming a fashion designer. In this very special episode of Girl Truth: What Lens Are You Looking Through?, she shares her story of living through Hurricane Maria, leaving Puerto Rico & starting a new life in Philadelphia. This episode is also available in Spanish.

Adina, Baiyinah and Janayjah discuss their views about artists and others using the "N" word in music and in life.

Jennielee, Kaitlyn and Janayjah share their views on what fashion is and should be.

Adina, Baiyinah & Janayjah open their lenses on how society deems "whiteness" as the hallmark of humanity.

As the 2019 - 2020 school year begins, Laila, Taylor and Adina have a conversation about stress, what it means to them and how they cope with it.

Adina, Baiyinah and Janayjah discuss their views on success, invisibility, exoticization and other issues women of color face in the media and because of media.

Laila & Taylor have an impromptu conversation with our engineer, Len Webb about skin tone discrimination.