Quintessential

We talk about friendship again but this time with Friendship coach, Danielle Jackson.  Danielle has dedicated the last couple years to studying female friendships and how to flourish within them.  Her videos have recently blown up on Tik Tok and her advice has been sought after from women all over the country. Friendship is one of the most important relationships in our lives and we take the time in this episode to share advice, and tips to maintaining and dealing with friendships.If you enjoyed todays episode please subscribe, comment or share the podcast! Share with your friends, coworkers, enemies and even exes! IDC You can find Danielle on Instagram: @daniellebayardjackson and her podcast @friendforwardYou can find Quintessential Podcast info @quintessentialpodcast or @lolitsquinIt is back to school time and people are returning to school or finishing up their last summer vacations and heading back to the office. Instacart is offering a "Back to School" special and you dont want to miss it. Get back to class ready with Staples with delivery in as fast as 1 hour. Shop now with Instacart. Free delivery on first order. Min $10 + required. Terms apply.  Use this link anytime before 9/30 to reap the benefits. Here.

I sit with the Author of "White Feminism", Koa Beck, and dive into the difference between feminism as a practice vs white feminism. Koa shows us the limitations of white feminist practice and shares lots of stories and examples from real women on how it has affected them negatively. With recent laws in place that goes against women, we talk about ways we can truly come together and leave the individualistic mindsets and fight for our everyone. As a black woman who has identified as a feminist for as long as I can remember, reading Koa's book shined light on why mainstream white feminist practices felt out of reach and never resonated with me.

Sharing my excitement for my trip to NY and reuniting with all the people and things I love. And don't love, like potentially having to pay 250+ for box braids 

I sit down with one of my longest friendships and discuss the key to maintaining long friendships and navigating adult friendships in general. We are no experts, but we wanted to share some gems we've learned so far in life as we reflect back on our friendships in the past and what we value most now. Send this episode to those friendships that were able to survive over the years through all of the growth and changes that came your way!If you enjoyed today's episode please like subscribe and share this.

Back again with another episode, this time all the way in London!I go through and chat about my nostalgia about leaving Paris, and then getting detained and almost deported back to the US!!! It's been a wild couple of weeks but I'm happy to be settled and bring stability back to my life.If you enjoyed today's episode please make sure you like subscribe and share it with your friends. 

In this episode I sit with the author of "In Every Mirror She's Black" and discuss the novel from cover to cover. Lola Akinmade Åkerström, the creator behind the novel, gets vulnerable and shares details on the inspiration behind the book, the characters and the storyline. She gives us lots of humor and realness when talking about the feedback she's gotten on her journey and even tips on how to go after what you want despite the obstacles that may come about. If you're curious about what it's like to be a black woman in the nordic region then tune in ASAP.Instagram: @ineverymirror , Author- @lolaakinmadeDon't forget to like and share this episode if you enjoyed it! Share it if you hate it too IDC

This weeks episode I sit with Global Celebrity hairstylist and fashionista Ciara Costenoble. We did a deep dive into her experience being an expat and got real vulnerable as we compared our experiences. Ciara moved to Paris 11 years ago and made a name for herself over time and we get to hear all the juicy deats on it! We discuss what it's like to be a black woman abroad, racism abroad, and how to go after what you want and following your dreams. I truly enjoyed doing this episode so much and you can tell we can clearly chat for hours on end.Let us know if this episode resonated with you we'd love to hear your thoughts. Remember if you enjoyed todays episode please like, share and subscribe to the Podcast. All the support matters.Instagram: @ciaracoiffure - Ciara Costenoble 

In this episode we dive into everything related to shadow work. I'm Joined by the host of @youllbefinepodcast, Blair, as we get vulnerable and open up about our spiritual journeys. What does it actually mean to "do the work"? Well we get right into that and give helpful tips on how to face and embrace your shadow side. Let us know if this resonated with you! We love all of the feedback.Remember to like and subscribe on the streaming platform of your choice (Quintessential Podcast is on every streaming platform). Follow the instagram: @quintessentialpodcast

Back again and this time we're discussing our 20s. As I turned 27 this year and my saturn return is around the corner...I'm finding so much comfort in knowing that my 30s is almost here. Listen as I reflect on my early 20s and talk about all that I've learned so far on this journey we call life. I share advice on how to navigate your 20s, and tell stories about pivotal moments in growing tf up!If you enjoyed this episode please share, subscribe and support!follow the podcast page: @quintessentialpodcastfollow my page: @lolitsquin

We're joined today by Stephanie Eyocko, a writer for Mixed Mag (link below)as we discuss everything about loving our hair. Listen as we talk about unlearning toxic rhetoric around black women and our hair and how much it has impacted us today. We share our hair loving journeys and get real real vulnerable! Please share your journeys and let us know if you relate.Instagram: @hemeinu - Stephanie's Instagram                         @Mixedmag- Online multimedia magazine dedicated to promoting creatives of                                                               color.           link to website: https://mixedmag.co/                                               @quintessentialpodcast- Quintessential Podcast pageThis podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp and Quintessential Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month through the link below:https://betterhelp.com/quintessentialThis podcast is affiliated with Instacart. Use this link to get your groceries delivered in as fast as 1 hour! First time users get free delivery on their first order using this link https://instacart.oloiyb.net/yRx7nb

Welcome back to season 3 of Quintessential Podcast! We're joined by two guests, David Hill and Selah Marley as we discuss our relationship with social media. We cover topics like, taking social media breaks, social media addiction, and embracing authenticity in a time where it's easy to get consumed in mass trends and thought patterns. Authenticity> Insincerity. Instagram: @quintessentialpodcastguest: @selah, @dee_hill_Don't forget to like, comment and share this episode if you enjoyed it! Let us know what you thought of this week's episode. This podcast is affiliated with Instacart. Use this link to get your groceries delivered in as fast as 1 hour! First time users get free delivery on their first order using this link https://instacart.oloiyb.net/yRx7nb 

Ending the year on a more personal note. Finally introduced my self and reflected on how far the podcast has come and where it's heading. Thank you to the team that helps me and to those I've collaborated with over the year! Happy New Year folks.This podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp and Quintessential Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month through the link below:https://betterhelp.com/quintessential

In this episode we discuss "Purity Culture" and the many ways it has affected society. We spoke with the creator of "deconstructingpurityculture" Instagram page to spread awareness on the harm purity culture caused not just to the individuals involved but society as a whole. *trigger warning. This episode touches on sensitive topics regarding sex and sexual assault*This podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp and Quintessential Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month through the link below:https://betterhelp.com/quintessential

In this Episode we discuss the importance of finding a therapist you relate to/feel comfortable with for your self growth and self acceptance journey. We touch on topics like, the struggles children of immigrants face, work/life balance and boundary setting. Enjoy!This podcast is sponsored by Betterhelp and Quintessential Podcast listeners get 10% off their first month through the link below:https://betterhelp.com/quintessential

Ready for storytime? I'm about to spill some juicy stories of my life. Only sharing the stories and experiences I know i'll never forget.

Another quick life update and announcements. Excited to be back and get this show on the road. 

Discussing post grad depression and navigating through the transitional period from college to the "real world". We collaborated with Mariah Clayton, Miss Louisiana 2020 and host of GirlsIRL podcast, to talk about the ways we overcame post grad depression and moved forward.

Updating you all on my new life in Paris. How I just packed up my apartment, flew across the ocean and landed near the Eiffel Tower.

In this episode, we sit with the creator of "Sober Brown Girls", Kristin Walker and discuss her journey with sobriety. We talk through the stigma of being sober in a society obsessed with alcohol, how to best support a loved one who decides to be sober and how to make clear boundaries to better your mental health. 

In this Episode, we collaborated with "Monday Mourning" Podcast and discussed Grief, The complexities of grief,  trauma cycles, and healing. Lots of Dark humor, lots of oversharing and lots of transparency. Overall very therapeutic.

On this Episode, we are talking through the ins and outs of self care. The current state of self care since its become more mainstream over the years, has kind of been distorted. Stay tuned as we break down self care to its core and talk about the different kinds of self care we should be catering to.

I talked with Catherine Mhloyi, the Body positive influencer of the "Fat Angry Black Girl" page. Listen as we talk about the origins of the body positivity movement and tackle fat phobia in society.

The audacity of the Golden Globes DURING BLACK HISTORY MONTH!?!?Shoutout to SAG Awards tho

Wrapping up the 3 part astrology episode with a fun game and integrated Tarot, with tarot reader "Naykeddtruth".

Going through the signs of the Zodiac

Going through the planets

Part 1 of a 3 part episode all about astrology. In this episode we set the tone and introduce astrology by debunking myths as well as giving tips to best understand your birth chart and learning about the signs. Stay tuned for part 2 where we dive in deeper into home planets and the signs they rule.

Talking through Imposter Syndrome and the many ways it manifests itself.Guest starring Stephanie Blair, the creator of Know & Flourish.

Talking through the struggles of being first generation Americans and the invisible battle between choosing your culture while trying to be seen as "normal Americans". From denouncing the term "white-washed" to touching on cultural appropriation, join us as we walk down memory lane of what it was like growing up being caught between two worlds.

*aggressively head bobs into the camera* OH NO THEY DIDN'T

"We're not at your dinner table" referred to those focusing on tackling racism head on by having those "difficult" discussions with your family and friends when no one else is around for validation. The only real way we'll progress is to face inward and having these conversations within our circles. How do we have these conversation? How are these conversations the same across different ethnicities, races and cultures? How do they differ? How do I approach my Black loved ones? What is allyship fatigue?