MoNOlithic - The Podcast

This bonus episode of MoNOlithic - The Podcast is all about identity and personal development. Guest host, Brandon "Bishop" Jakes shares his perspective and experiences with us. We discuss various topics such as: local, national, and international race relations, educating others, wearing multiple hats, intentionally building self-esteem, HBCU and PWI experiences, and much more. As we end the 2022 year, this conversation is a great opportunity to reflect on your identity and experiences. If you haven't already, please follow us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast. Share your experiences in the comments. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

Peace and gratitude! This episode further discusses the importance of self identification, practicing empathy, and so much more. Also, this episode mentions the dangers of “projection”, whether it's from a racial or overall physical appearance perspective. If you haven't already, follow our Instagram: @monolithic_thepodcast and share your pov in the comments. Thank you for supporting MoNOlithic - The Podcast!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

Greetings! My mind has been working from genealogical and Hip Hop perspectives. The term "redefinition" was inspired by Brooklyn-based duo "Blackstar", which consists of artists Talib Kweli and Yasiin Bey (Mos Def). Given the current climate of Hip Hop, I've been listening to their 1998 album. Anywho! As I drop monthly episodes, I enjoy reflecting on previous conversations/episodes because I get to see my growth. This reflection is abstract! Counternnarratives and redefining terms are essential for our survival. Within this 25 minute episode, I talk about gatekeeping, redefining "Black", genetics, language, and much more. If you haven't already, follow our Instagram: @monolithic_thepodcast and share your pov in the comments. Thank you for supporting MoNOlithic - The Podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

Greetings! "It's been a long time. I shouldn'na left you..."- Rakim :) I have been on hiatus because life keeps lifing, but most importantly I have been on an intense identity development journey. A theme way to summarize my experiences is "self-identification". We have been told who we are by the same people who created our demise. So, I am on a journey to reclaim my identity, apologetically. This bonus episode "Founder Reflections: Self Identification" is a vulnerable 16-minute piece that reviews the very first episode of MTP. If you haven't already, follow us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast and share your pov in the comments ☺️ Thank you for supporting MoNOlithic - The Podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

As we transition into 2022, it is important to set intentions! This bonus episode features artist and creative, Nneoma Lanea. During this episode, we shedded light on aspects of the Black community that need some refining such as phrases: “all skinfolk aint kinfolk” or “it be your own people”. To add to the conversation, follow us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

The last episode of the season, "Identity Development" with Kafi! She talks about African-Centered Education, #TravelingWhileBlack, creating and navigating spaces, and so much more. If something resonated with you, please let us know on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

Our last special topic of Season 2, "Integration: Was It Worth It?" explore the perspectives of guest host, Chaos and Founder, Aaliyah Janae. This may be an uncomfortable topic for some, but it needs to be discussed. There are pros and cons to everything. If you haven't already, follow us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast and share your pov in the comments ☺️ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

This episode of MoNOlithic - The Podcast is all about identity and personal development. Guest host, Desire shares her perspective and experiences with us. We discuss various topics such as: parenting, creating new traditions, self-love, self-care, self-work, the importance of community and asking for help, and much more. This dynamic conversation is important because it gives us permission to simply be human; to experience life, and to grow from everything! If you haven't already, please follow us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast. Share your experiences in the comments.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

We have another special episode "No ____ On My Fork". Guest host, Tia and Aaliyah Janae talk about food lifestyles and their ever evolving relationship with food. This episode is not meant to serve as medical advice. Instead, it is the lived experiences of the co-hosts. We hope you all learn something and share this information with others. If you haven't already, please follow us on IG @monolithic_thepodcast. Share your experiences in the comments! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

A new voice joined the MTP family for this episode of "Identity Development Part 2". Meet Zuberi, a Kansas City, Missouri native. He shared this origin story and being raised by his father. Additionally, he talked about the importance of learning at home, parenting, code switching, the role socioeconomic status plays in one's lived experiences, the duality of fear, the dangers of limited possibilities, and so much more. We hope you enjoy this episode and learn something! If you haven't already, follow us on Instagram at @monolithic_thepodcast. Thank you for your support.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

This 2nd special topic episode is all about beauty standards. From the words of Guest host, Chaos, "Now, we have Black Beauty Standards". In this episode, we talk about everything from colorism, featurism, hair textures, vanity, acceptance, self-expression, and much more. We receive so much hate from others, that we have a responsibility to love on and support one another. If you would like to join the conversation, follow us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast #ExplicitLanguage --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

What is the Black experience? Sounds like a loaded question, right? Well, let's hear the perspectives of guest host, Courtney and Founder, Aaliyah Janae. Throughout this episode, they discuss the importance of knowing your own family history, the role that education played in their lives, breaking generational curses, and redefining "diversity". If you haven't already, join the conversation by following us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

This episode is the first “special topic” of Season 2. Founder and guest host, Jdaja share anecdotal lived experiences about how they use alternative medicine and approaches. Health and wellness isn't a linear “one size fits all” process. They discuss everything from women's reproductive health, individualized practices, moderation, and much more. Please only take what resonates with you. This episode is not meant to override or replace any medical advice. Please contact your healthcare team! Don't forget to follow us on IG @monolithic_thepodcast. If you would like to share your positive experiences using natural approaches, let us know in the comments! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/monolithicthepodcast/message

MoNOlithic - The Podcast is back with a bang! This episode is about identity development. I hope you are ready for a deep conversation and ready to learn some history. Some uncomfortable topics may be mentioned. Please have an open-mind! In this episode, Founder and guest host, Chaos discuss numerous topics including institutional and systemic racism, racial profiling, war-on-drugs, gang culture, positive Black male influences, history erasure, the Black Liberation Movement, polarizing figures in history, and the importance of context, reframing, balance, and self-educating. Join the conversation by following us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast! #ExplicitLanguage --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

MoNOlithic - The Podcast is set to relaunch on November 1, 2021. Along with Founder, Aaliyah Janae, we have new guest hosts! They are sharing their experiences and perspectives ☺️

Sometimes being a Black supervisor makes you want to quote Nene Leakes’ infamous line “I Said What I Said”. The Co-hosts share their experiences and perspectives about general supervision, supervising diverse demographics, communication, and so much more. Please join the conversation on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The title of this episode was influenced my Paul Laurence Dunbar’s poem “We Wear the Mask” and W.E.B Dubois’ “double consciousness” concept. Ironically, we did not know that wearing masks would take on several meanings in our lives: as a physical mask and an emotional/psychological mask. The Co-hosts share their experiences and perspectives about authenticity, whiteness, code-switching, survival, identity development, belonging and so much more. Please join the conversation on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

MoNOlithic - The Podcast has a new segment called “Co-Host Reflections”. Dig into the minds of our co-hosts. This episode, Bev reflects on her podcasting journey, community building, vulnerability, peer learning, and identity development! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

MoNOlithic - The Podcast has a new segment called “Co-Host Reflections”. Dig into the minds of our co-hosts. This episode, Founder, Aaliyah Janae reflects on her podcasting journey and life lessons! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Overall, the year 2020 has been... However, Summer 2020 seems to have put many Black people of the diaspora in various emotional states. In this important and somewhat emotional episode, Co-hosts Aaliyah, Bev, Dylan, and Paige describe Summer 2020 in their own words. Join the conversation on IG @monolithic_thepodcast. Describe Summer 2020 in one word. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 3 of MoNOlithic - The Podcast: The co-hosts share moments when they had to work harder than others based on their identities. The topics of work ethic and quality of work, tokenism, racial responsibility, authenticity, and more are discussed. Please join the conversation on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bonus Episode: The co-hosts share their experiences and thoughts about Black beauty standards (colorism, body types, representation, and much more). Many experiences challenge the typical narratives. Additionally, the co-hosts briefly share their thoughts about the Netflix limited series “Self Made: Inspired by Madame CJ Walker”. Please join the conversation and follow us on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast ! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 2 of MoNOlithic- The co-hosts share moments where they didn't fit into the typical Black (Black American) experience. The topics of religion, food, dancing, and more were discussed. Please join the conversation on Instagram @monolithic_thepodcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

MoNOlithic - The Podcast was created to change the narrative that “all Black people are the same.” We are NOT a monolithic group! This podcast explores the diversity within us, but does not promote division based on our differences. It aims to end assumptions, generalizations, and stereotypes. One of our goals is to recognize and validate one’s own Blackness because there is not one particular or correct way to be “Black”. Our personal experiences and perspectives will drive our conversations surrounding how we navigate the world. Ultimately, we are learning and growing together, while exploring diversity within Black experiences.

Episode 1 of MoNOlithic - The Podcast (pilot). There are five co-hosts and all share personal experiences about their identity development. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app