Goddess Culture

Welcome to episode 73 of Goddess Culture, where we talk about how to be a baddie, from our music preferences to how to finesse a night out without spending your coin. During the Unbossed segment, Shaniece gives a shout-out to Swahili Village in Newark, NJ. If you want a vibe and great food, you have to check them out. During Fresh Face, Jordan talks about Dedcool's Xtra Milk and how she layers it with everything! We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next. If you would like to buy us a coffee to keep us going on our next episode, click here or copy this into your browser: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gcinfoU

Welcome to episode 72 of Goddess Culture, where we talk about what we thought our lives would look like at 28 & 29 vs what they actually look like. During the Unbossed segment, Shaniece gives a shout-out to All Thingz Money, a podcast hosted by our friends Schalor and Dele about how to live your best financial life. During Fresh Face, Jordan talks about how Head & Shoulders helped clear her acne. We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next. If you would like to buy us a coffee to keep us going on our next episode, click here or copy this into your browser: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gcinfoU

Welcome to episode 71 of Goddess Culture! This episode we are reading our journals! Crazy, right? The lessons in this episode remind us that the answers we are looking for are already within us. During the Unbossed segment, Shaniece give a shout out Alicia Harris of The Invisible Thread, a content series that uncovers how the world's most beloved brands become what they are and the strategic minds behind the scenes that got them there. During Fresh Face, Jordan shares her new fave body butter Rouge by Brooklyn Body Butter. We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next. If you would like to buy us a coffee to keep us going on our next episode, click here or copy this into your browser: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gcinfoU

Welcome to episode 70 of Goddess Culture! This episode we are all talking all things business. Listen as we share our wins and losses in business via Goddess Culture + Idea Hub. During the Unbossed segment, Shaniece give a shout out to public libraries and the access they give us. During Fresh Face, Jordan shares Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence. We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next. If you would like to buy us a coffee to keep us going on our next episode, click here or copy this into your browser: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gcinfoU

Welcome to episode 69 of Goddess Culture. Make sure you grab a glass and get ready for a good time. In this episode, we chat about our time at the Spotify Supper, a dinner curated for podcasters in NYC, understanding the difference between fear and intuition, and how we operate when we focus on either each. Our Unbossed this week is Lindsay Lux Hair (@lindsayluxhairllc), a Black-owned hair vendor and stylist. During Fresh Face, Jordan shares her new fave lipgloss/lipstick hybrid: Hourglass Volumizing Glossy Balm in Trace. We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next. If you would like to buy us a coffee to keep us going on our next episode, copy this into your browser: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gcinfoU

Episode 68: Surviving the Workplace by Goddess Culture

Welcome to episode 67 of Goddess Culture. Make sure you grab a glass and get ready for a good time. In this episode, we chat about not giving a f*ck about what people think about your adult decisions. Our Unbossed this week is Victoria of @vicstyles + @blackgirlssmoke + @gooddayflor. She is a lifestyle influencer who is continuing the conversation about cannabis and how Black women show up in the space. During Fresh Face, Jordan shares her experience with The Inkey List's polyglutamic acid serum. We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next.

Welcome to episode 66 of Goddess Culture. Make sure you grab a glass and get ready for a good time. In this episode we talk about all things manipulation: if we have done it, how to recognize it, and what to do if you find yourself in that scenario. Our Unbossed this week is Ashley White of @skinclasshero. She is a traveling esthetician who shares information on products, ingredients, methods and more on her social media accounts. During Fresh Face, Shaniece walks us through drugstore/Target skincare that is holding her down. We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next.

Welcome to episode 65 of Goddess Culture. Make sure you grab a glass and get ready for a good time. On this episode, we talk all things adulting, hard decisions, new business, and self-awareness. We are the most vulnerable we have ever been on the mic. Our Unbossed this week is Brianna Arps, founder of a clean luxury fragrance brand, Moodeaux, that connects emotion, memory, and self-care. Wrapping our episode, the Fresh Face is the Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion SPF 50+. Remember, melanin-rich skin needs protection too! We can't wait for you to hear the next episode. Be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and share Goddess Chat topic ideas that you would like to hear us cover next.

I’m sure ya’ll are tired of hearing us say that, but we have a NEW episode for you! Between mourning as a community for the tragedies 2020 has given us, to celebrating the joyous things that have happened during the last couple of months, we have a lot to say. This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is our second business, Idea hub The ‘Fresh Face’ is the Image Skincare Ormedic Cleanser

FULL TRANSPARENCY: We are walking through our successes and failures on this episode. ‘Unbossed’ is Idea Hub Company, a full-scale marketing agency owned by yours truly! Check us out at ideahubco.com The ‘Fresh Face’ is DR. BRANDT SKINCARE microdermabrasion age defying exfoliator. Basically it buffs your face off and Shaniece loves it!

On the episode of Goddess Culture we are talking Little Fires Everywhere. YES there are SPOILERS, so pause us, watch the series, then listen! We have chosen two themes to dissect: mother daughter relationships and classism. Our ‘Unbossed’ this week is yoga instructor Sharday Johnson @shardaylight. The ‘Fresh Face’ is the AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution from The Ordinary.

On the episode of Goddess Culture we jump right into season 4 of Insecure. From Molly & Issa to Condola & Lawrence; you may want to catch up on our past episodes so we don’t spoil Insecure season 4, episode 1 for you! This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is Dahlia of @ask.dahlia. Our ‘Fresh Face’ is Coco Bena Natural & Handmade soaps.

Episode 60: JOYful by Goddess Culture

Episode 59: Corona Virus *Cardi B voice* by Goddess Culture

This episode is extra special because we welcome our friend LaQuan Ford to the show to tell us all about his new book 'bandages&cologne. 'We are excited for you to hear his story and learn how a black boy from Newark was able to change his circumstances for the better and live his truth out loud. The ‘Fresh Face’ is Heritage Store Rose Water.

Travel doesn’t have to be daunting, so we are sharing some of our tips & tricks for organizing travel in a way that is cost-effective and seamless. This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is artist Christina Martinez of Sew Trill. The ‘Fresh Face’ is Fresh’s Rose Deep Hydration Moisturizer.

This episode was much different than what we usually talk to yall about! We were candid about our stance on monogamy, marriage, situationships, friends with benefits, and everything in between. Our ‘Unbossed’ is Chimera Studios event space in North Jersey and our ‘Fresh Face’ is the High Adherence Silicone Primer by The Ordinary.

Our publicist Jade visited us! This episode dives into the myths and misconceptions of astrology and we flex the little bit of info we know. We also share our favorite astrology resources. Listen to find out :) Our ‘Unbossed’ is Love Begins with L Organic Cotton Tampons and the ‘Fresh Face’ is Clinique 72 Hour Moisture-Replenishing Hydrator.

It pays to be teachable. In this episode we explore self awareness, emotional intelligence, and how these two things can make adulthood just a little bit more bearable. Our ‘Unbossed’ is Felicia LaTour of Mindful Fee and the ‘Fresh Face’ is the Caudalie Instant Detox Face Mask https://mindfulfee.com/ https://www.sephora.com/product/instant-detox-mask-P395615

It’s our first episode since Spain and we are excited to be back! On this episode, we dive into the world of social media influence, what it means for real, and how we are trying to steer clear of it with Goddess Culture. Our ‘Unbossed’ are all of our sponsors for the Spain getaway: https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsunscreen/ https://www.instagram.com/pascalesbodycare/ https://www.instagram.com/godishskin/ https://www.instagram.com/joinotes/ Our “Fresh Face” is the Pixi Glow Tonic Toner.

The stars have a lot to say. During this Mercury Retrograde, we give you some advice and tools that will help carry you through (relatively) unscathed. This week’s ‘Unbossed’ & getaway sponsor is Black Girl Sunscreen. Use code GC20 for 20% off your total when you order from blackgirlsunscreen.com. The ‘Fresh Face’ is Kiehl's Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Masque.

In this episode, we get raw and share some parts of our lives & careers that we normally wouldn’t share until we had it figured out. But this is part of the transparency we bring to Goddess Culture! Our ‘Unbossed’ is Girls Room JC, a collective of women who highlight all of the talent that Jersey City has to offer. This week’s ‘Fresh Face’ is Jordan’s skincare routine.

We’ve made it to episode 50! This week we discuss haters, how they are created, and how you can distance yourself from the collateral damage that hate brings. Our ‘Unbossed’ is The Goddess Tip and our ‘Fresh Face’ is SKN Custom Skin Treatments.

On episode 49 we talk about the passing of Nipsey Hussle, loss, and how we cope with death in our own lives. Our ‘Unbossed’ is FIN Official Skin, a brand new natural black-owned skincare line. Our ‘Fresh Face’ is Hyaluronic Acid by The Ordinary.

On this episode of the show, we discuss some big hiccups in pop culture and how we acknowledge our own misgivings and own up to them. This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is The Budget Mom, aka Kumino Love, the woman who has created the system that helps us adult wisely. She has created an entire budgeting system that allows you to have full control of your finances. The ‘Fresh Face’ is the Overnight Hydrating Mask by Kiehl's, great for adding topical hydration when the weather is not nice to your skin.

We have guests! On this episode, we are joined by Latoya Shanielle and Queen Bee, two media & entertainment mavens who have taken us under their wings from day one. This special episode is all about the importance of relationships that take you to the next level. Our ‘Unbossed’ this week is Sarah from All Events Puerto Rico, our amazing chef during our second Goddess Getaway. The ‘Fresh Face’ is baking soda. Shaniece tells us just how to use it to get our teeth to sparkle like hers.

Debating on whether college is for you or not? We may be able to rationalize that big decision. This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is a 2-for-1. We are shouting out our sponsors for the Goddess Getaway to Puerto Rico; The Five Minute Journal and Infinity Essentials. We love & use both products and we are sure our guests will too. Wrapping up the episode is our ‘Fresh Face:’ Dr. Bronner’s Castile soap. Check the episode to find out how we use it!

This episode of Goddess Culture is all about accepting the skin you’re in and being accepting of everyone else's’. From light skin privilege to black girl magic, we cover it all. This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is the melanin princess herself, Kheris Rogers, creator of the ‘Flexin’ In My Complexion’ tee’s. Our ‘Fresh Face’ is the real deal on Lilly Lashes. Thanks for tuning in!

We’re back! This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is Babes and Felines, a clothing boutique founded by Ciera Rogers, for women of all sizes. If you want a quick ‘going out’ look or some cute clothes to chill in, Babes and Felines is a great go-to. For our ‘Goddess Talk’ we discuss follow through and letting go of the “crabs in a barrel” mentality to get ahead in the game. Topping off this episode, Shaniece tells us about her Morphe-must-haves.

This episode, we take the filters away. We hope this episode reminds you that social media is just a highlight reel. That the real work happens behind the scenes and the REAL work is not always pretty. Our ‘Unbossed’ this week is Montclair Book Center, a town bookstore in Montclair,NJ with the old book smell and a million possibilities. If you are looking for a local bookstore that is full of magic, this is it. Our ‘Fresh Face’ is all about Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective Brightening & Exfoliating Daily Cleanser.

We’re back! This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is The Flossary. Their simmering oil in the shade “Buttercup” is now Jordan’s go to for a summer glow. The products are reasonably priced and shipping is fast. We definitely recommend. This week’s ‘Goddess Talk’ is all about how we make our dream work as partners. Entering a business with your friend isn’t always easy, but we have a great system that works. For the ‘Fresh Face’ Shaniece talks about how she created a vanity for under $100. Listen to the show to get the deets.

Hey Goddesses! Thank you for rocking with us, 41 episodes strong! This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is @LuvScrub. Visit their page to get the scoop on a West African beauty secret that will keep your skin healthy and glowing. For the ‘Goddess Talk’ our guest Brianna Arps joined us to spill the tea big life changes, taking leaps of faith, dating in our 20’s, and why we love New York. Wrapping up the episode, ‘Fresh Face’ is the perfect primer.

This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is Harlem Candle Company. These beautiful candles are inspired by the Harlem Renaissance and help transform the mood of your space through nostalgic scents. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ is all about how to avoid letting the world stunt your growth. From your family, your job, your friends, or your insecurities, you have to look out for you! For our ‘Fresh Face' this week, Shaniece touches on her upcoming food detox.

Disclaimer: this episode was filmed before Beyonce released her newest album. We have a special guest on this episode, our team member, Jade! Because she is awesome, she is also this week’s ‘Unbossed.’ She has started a group chat with over 100 men and women who share their love for reading called “Oh Trust Me, We Gon’ Read.” From sharing your favorite books to discovering new piece, this group chat is the perfect place for those who love to read. The ‘Goddess Talk’ this week is a mish-mash of knowing how/why to trust yourself, when to reach out for help, and everything encompassing adulthood. Wrapping up the episode, Shaniece shares her experience with Ambi Fade Cream.

Another week, another episode. This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is @WellReadBlackGirl, one of our favorite hashtags to use and your go-to for black female authors. If you are looking for your next read or want to join a book club, she is your one stop shop. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ is all about being a black woman in the workplace: our joys, struggles, and everything in between. Topping of the ‘Fresh Face’ is Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Serum. If you want a brand new face when you wake up, apply before bed. See you next week!

Let’s talk about privilege and when to mind your business. This week’s ‘Unbossesd’ is the blog, Leenah Molly. It is run by two sisters who are deeply rooted in their faith and love beauty, hair, and positive images. Make sure to check them out on Instagram (@leenahmolly). Our ‘Goddess Talk’ expands on the fact that we all live with some level of privilege. Are we using it for good? Wrapping up the episode, we detach from our usual ‘Fresh Face’ and Shaniece wants to know what are some of your methods for clearing up breakouts?

Hey girl hey! It’s that time of the week. This week’s episode is chill so of course, we had to bring in our Episode 25 guest, Peighton. ‘Unbossed’ is Xaio Mei of The Nude Blog. She’s all about Naked Uncut Daily Empowerment. We love her message and the fact that she spreads authenticity and we believe that you will enjoy her content as much as we do! Our ‘Goddess Talk’ is a mix between our childhoods, crazy college experiences, and nostalgia. For ‘Fresh Face’ Shan spills the tea on her current fave foundation. As always, we will see you next week!

Your girls are back. This week we tell you how we lived for Beychella. Our ‘Unbossed’ is Vanillamore in Montclair, NJ. This may be Jordan’s new go-to dessert spot. This week’s “Goddess Talk’ is all about hair, relaxed, natural, weave, products and more. Finally for ‘Fresh Face’ Shaniece reviews Glossier’s Milky Jelly Cleanser and why she is choosing to try it out. Thanks for listening :)

Hey beautiful ones! Welcome back to episode 34. On this week’s episode we highlight Rocky’s Crystals and Blu Lotus Metaphysical in Montclair, NJ for ‘Unbossed.” This is our go to spot for our crystals, sage, palo, santo, candles, and more! For the ‘Goddess Talk’ we explore the 5 Love Languages, what our Love Languages are, and how we learn how to love on other people. ‘Fresh Face’ is all about a Lush moisturizer that Shaniece has falling in love with and why she uses this particular product. Catch you all next week!

This week is all about self love! ‘Unbossed’ this week is Better World Tours, aka the company that helped us put together our upcoming Goddess Getaway! Alycea is amazing and easy to work with. If you are looking take a trip hit her up (@BetterWorldTours). The ‘Goddess Talk’ is all about self-care and HOW to do it. From crystals to spending time with your mom, we give you the deets. Our ‘ Fresh Face’ is all about Kombucha and how to keep your gut healthy. Don’t forget to register for our Wellness Retreat to Santa Barbara, CA, August 23-27! Space is ALMOST full.

Hey Gods and Goddesses! ‘Unbossed’ this week is the all natural lip care brand, Elo. Their products have no wax, no artificial flavors, and do not have any dye so it is completely safe to use. Check them out @EloLipCare. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ this week is all about shit we are not letting slide in relationships, friendship, work, and our personal lives. Wrapping up the episode, we talk about the way enacted self care this week and Shaniece reviews Lush’s coal soap for ‘Fresh Face.’ We will catch you next week!

Happy New Year peeps (even though this message is a bit behind). This week, we feature @RawApothecaryCo as out ‘Unbossed’. They provide all natural, raw, and fair trade butters, oils, body wash, and masks. They fairly compensate the people who make these products, which is why we were drawn to give this company a try. This week’s ‘Goddess Talk’ is all about sis-ter-hood! From sororities to friendships with your good good girlfriends, we are tapping into what it means, why it’s important, and shouting out some of our internet girlfriends who deserve some shine. ‘Fresh Face’ this week is all about how Shaniece keeps moisturized and healthy in this harsh winter weather. And out new segment that needs a name, we talk about 1 way that we both practiced self care this week!

Dirty thirty is here! For our last episode of the year, we are highlighting Noir Reads as our ‘Unbossed.’ Founder Zellie Imani is using his platform to bring black literature to your doorstep. This subscription box shares black culture and the black experience through the voice of black authors. Head to their social media (@noir_reads) to explore what magic they have to offer. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ this week is all about our year on the mic, our highs, lows, and everything in between. We also answer the questions you all asked on Ask.Fm. Topping off our ‘Fresh Face’ with Laura Mercier’s setting powder in the original color and deep for the brown girls. Thank you all so much for rocking with us for 365 days be sure to comment, rate, and subscribe so we can continue to move up those charts and giving the people what they want!

This episode our ‘Unbossed’ is Shemria Thomas of Immense PR. For all of you bloggers, editor, and social media influencers looking to make connections with independent artists and photographers, be sure to check her out. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ this week is all about living how to our full potential: understanding why we fall short, how to do it, and if we are tapping into our full potential with Goddess Culture. Topping off the episode for ‘Fresh Face’ we talk about how Jordan turned her face around with Herbalism by Lush and Thayer’s witch hazel. See you next week for the last episode of the year.

Hey, hey! We are back with episode 28. Our ‘Unbossed’ this week is Peter Gaona of Reformed School. He creates unique, handmade products combining upcycled, vintage, and new materials. One piece that caught our eye was the enamel pin of Auntie Maxine. Make sure to check him out on Instagram (@ReformedSchool) and Etsy. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ this week is all about communication. From how we prefer to talk among our friends, family, and coworkers, to men hollering at us from back seat windows at gas stations. Last but not least, for ‘Fresh Face’ we remind you at to check that restaurant grade.

Hi friends! On this week’s episode, our ‘Unbossed is Jenelle with afrosandfros.com. This gorgeous girl graduated from Montclair University with a degree in Fashion Studies and in 2013, she decided to begin her natural hair journey. Between her love for fashion and her taking the natural hair world by storm, she started her blog to inspire girls to live everyday like its a runway. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ was focused on the black family and how we are convinced all black folks grew up in the same living room. There are certain truths we know and have all experienced. Ending our show, the ‘Fresh Face’ is Biocil and Collagen. See how Shaniece combined them to maintain her skin and hair.

Sooo we have a man on the show. @WenzelBlk joins us on this episode. Take a listen to hear why he is our ‘Unbossed’ this week. The ‘Goddess Talk’ is all about mama’s boys, emotional honesty, and how the fake cry can change the game. ‘Fresh Face’ is NEOGEN DERMALOGY Green Tea Real Fresh Foam Cleanser from Sephora. As always, rate, comment, subscribe, and keep being a Goddess!

We are back at it! On this week’s episode, we are highlighting the liquor king, Mr. Spills aka Keenan Oliver of Spills on Wheels for the ‘Unbossed’. He is the owner of NJ’s premier liquor delivery service that specializes in large and small events, catering, bar deliveries, bartending services, and more. Check him out at spillsonwheels.com or his IG @spills_on_wheels. Joining our ‘Goddess Talk’ this week is actress Peighton Bryant. You can find her on IG @dee_ohh_p.e_. This week, we dove into the Insecure finale and how Issa really brings up real life feelings and situations in her show including open relationships and gentrification. We round this episode out with our ‘Fresh Face’: Raw African Shea Butter. Basically, do yourself a favor and save your skin in the winter time. Once again, thank you all for rocking with us for another week!

Another week, another episode! This week’s ‘Unbossed’ is Define Me Greek, a popping Greek apparel company that takes para to the next level. They are sweet women who have carved out a new, innovative path of their own. check them out at definemegreek.com. Our ‘Goddess Talk’ is full of insecure spoilers so be prepared! But what happens in that show is real ya’ll. (Sidebar: Hey Issa!) For ‘Fresh Face’ Jordan tackles her newest skin care product from Dolly Moo! Marsha Philemon from MP Affairs and Women of Valor. She has created an event that brings women together to be exposed to greatness and learn how to be their best selves! August 5th she is hosting her 2nd Women of Valor event and Goddess Culture will be there.See ya’ll next week!

Happy Wednesday! On this week’s episode, we highlight Zinzani Studios of Zinzanistudios.com for ‘Unbossed.’ Owner, Tanganyika Zinzani specializes in visual art, fine & digital art, and graphic design, and founded the company with the intention to inspire, motivate, and empower through visual art. For our ‘Goddess Talk’ we discuss the good and bad of social media and how it is molding us and the way we interact with people everyday. For ‘Fresh Face’ we touch on the BEST foundation out. Our “You’re a Goddess Regardless” campaign kicks off today! We would love for you to donate