SlaytheClutter with Akilah

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "The Muted Hopelessness" series by Love Belvin  This is a 3-part series.  The following episode is on Book One.  Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own. Listeners discretion is advised. PLEASE BE AWARE: SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS In this episode you will learn: About why I was HOOKED from Act 1 Scene 1 A little bit about why I listened to this series 3 times so far and will probably visit it again LOL What other author wrote a series with LB A little more about the author (taken from ⁠w⁠ww.lovebelvin.com): "A little about Elle Bee. Love Belvin is an author of contemporary adult romance novels with nearly thirty titles published to date. She prides herself on penning heavily flawed characters, whom aren't deemed ‘fairy tale-worthy' or found in your typical romance novel. She believes these characters are clients, who visit her fictional therapy practice in need of assistance to attain flourishing and sustainable love. She shares their journeys with the world through compelling and in-depth romance novels. Her heart beats unfairly for an eight-pound Shih Tzu named Nyssa Marie, her first and last pet. She loves to travel anywhere tropical and/or where there is rich pop culture. Belvin believes behind every union between a man and a woman is a story, and she would love to highlight and examine the romance portion of it somehow. Love is a native of the New York Tri-State Area and now lives in the Delaware Valley. She's an avid reader and enjoys dinner parties with her closest girlfriends. While she enjoys many things, nothing excites her more than curling up with a glass of wine and a good romance novel." All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this series. If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://www.amazon.com/My-Muted-Love-Hopelessness/dp/195001407X/ref=monarch_sidesheet Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@novelswithakilah Email: novelswithakilah@gmail.com

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "Salvation: Black People and Love" by bell hooks.  This is a 3-part series.  The following episode is on the Intro.  Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own.Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: "Emotional Incest is abuse" A little bit about what the author bell hooks relationship was like with a man before his friend got involved How white supremacy has eroded the black family where intimacy is concerned A little more about the author (taken from ⁠w⁠ww.bellhooksbooks.com): Gloria Jean Watkins, or her famous pen name, ⁠bell hooks⁠, is one such person. As an American feminist, author, social activist and African American woman, Hooks has been a party to inequality at its finest. Her pen name comes from her great-grandmother on her mother's side, Bell Blair Hooks, a woman who was known for always speaking her mind. Drawing inspiration from this strong woman, Hooks works to draw attention to the issues and write from the heart. Hooks draws her inspiration from her life, her experiences, and the hope for a better future. Through her postmodernist perspective she has addressed a wide range of issues including race, class, gender in education, sexuality, art, history, mass media, and of course, feminism. Hooks has proven time and again that despite the hurdles and challenges that have been set before her, she is not afraid of the challenge. Hooks continues to teach and work at Berea College as well as her writing and continues to address issues that many find too sensitive to deal with. Hooks works to end the oppression, end the racism, and end the sexism that has become so deeply ingrained in our society. Through her continued dedication and work, Hooks hopes that her example may be the one that makes the ultimate difference in tipping the scales toward true equality. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Black-People-bell-hooks/dp/0060959495/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1516239712&sr=1-1&keywords=Salvation:++Black+People+and+Love&linkCode=sl1&tag=bellhooks-20&linkId=479179edbb072c4e43234ee48829bacf⁠ Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "Salvation: Black People and Love" by bell hooks.  This is a 4-part series.  The following episode is on the Intro.  Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own.Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About how the devaluing of our "Blackness" begins at birth A little bit about what the author bell hooks was told by her "caring white female teacher" as a child because she was smart What shame can due to self-esteem and self- love"   A little more about the author (taken from www.bellhooksbooks.com): Gloria Jean Watkins, or her famous pen name, bell hooks, is one such person. As an American feminist, author, social activist and African American woman, Hooks has been a party to inequality at its finest. Her pen name comes from her great-grandmother on her mother's side, Bell Blair Hooks, a woman who was known for always speaking her mind. Drawing inspiration from this strong woman, Hooks works to draw attention to the issues and write from the heart. Hooks draws her inspiration from her life, her experiences, and the hope for a better future. Through her postmodernist perspective she has addressed a wide range of issues including race, class, gender in education, sexuality, art, history, mass media, and of course, feminism. Hooks has proven time and again that despite the hurdles and challenges that have been set before her, she is not afraid of the challenge. Hooks continues to teach and work at Berea College as well as her writing and continues to address issues that many find too sensitive to deal with. Hooks works to end the oppression, end the racism, and end the sexism that has become so deeply ingrained in our society. Through her continued dedication and work, Hooks hopes that her example may be the one that makes the ultimate difference in tipping the scales toward true equality. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Black-People-bell-hooks/dp/0060959495/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1516239712&sr=1-1&keywords=Salvation:++Black+People+and+Love&linkCode=sl1&tag=bellhooks-20&linkId=479179edbb072c4e43234ee48829bacf Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "Salvation: Black People and Love" by bell hooks. This is a 4-part series. The following episode is on the Intro. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own.Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About how much has changed and yet so much still remains the same A little bit about what the author bell hooks thought about what it meant to "stay together" in marriage. Her view from her parents vs her view from her grandparents. What other authors such Zora Neale Hurston and James Baldwin wrote about the Black experience and how Black Affirmation was a needed part for "Black Healing" collectively. A little more about the author (taken from www.bellhooksbooks.com): Gloria Jean Watkins, or her famous pen name, bell hooks, is one such person. As an American feminist, author, social activist and African American woman, Hooks has been a party to inequality at its finest. Her pen name comes from her great-grandmother on her mother's side, Bell Blair Hooks, a woman who was known for always speaking her mind. Drawing inspiration from this strong woman, Hooks works to draw attention to the issues and write from the heart. Hooks draws her inspiration from her life, her experiences, and the hope for a better future. Through her postmodernist perspective she has addressed a wide range of issues including race, class, gender in education, sexuality, art, history, mass media, and of course, feminism. Hooks has proven time and again that despite the hurdles and challenges that have been set before her, she is not afraid of the challenge. Hooks continues to teach and work at Berea College as well as her writing and continues to address issues that many find too sensitive to deal with. Hooks works to end the oppression, end the racism, and end the sexism that has become so deeply ingrained in our society. Through her continued dedication and work, Hooks hopes that her example may be the one that makes the ultimate difference in tipping the scales toward true equality. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Black-People-bell-hooks/dp/0060959495/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1516239712&sr=1-1&keywords=Salvation:++Black+People+and+Love&linkCode=sl1&tag=bellhooks-20&linkId=479179edbb072c4e43234ee48829bacf Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". This is my conclusion of this book. It was awesome. This book will stay in my rotation as a reference for sure. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About how much has changed and yet so much still remains the same A little bit about what the author bell hooks thought about Spike Lee and his depiction of women in his movies. What the author (Douglas) believes could be the answer to the challenge of discussion and education about "Sexuality" in the Black Church A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country's most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What's Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". I will be breaking this book down into parts over the next episodes right here. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About the "Roots of the White Attack" A little bit more about Sarah Bartmann. If you do not know who she is PLEASE Google her. She needs to be learned about... OKAY?! How I feel about Black slaves being reduced to the place of an animal and the White Slave master and his Wife being unable to keep their hands off the Black slave sexually. (INSERT EYE ROLL) A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country's most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What's Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. My goal is to have 2000 downloads by 12.31.22 and with your help I know I can do it. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". I will be breaking this book down into parts over the next episodes right here. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: Is there truly such a thing as "White Culture". why I decided to title this episode "The White Gaze" If you don't know about Toni Morrison I HIGHLY suggest you learn... OKAY? "The Songs of Solomon": love book about a couple or God's love to the church? A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country's most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What's Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". I will be breaking this book down into parts over the next episodes right here. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: the workable definition of  sexuality that will be used throughout this book why Kelly Brown Douglas decided to write a book on this subject manner a little as to the purpose  of understanding our history to see the bigger picture the  "present" A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor's degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country's most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What's Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Warning: This is a conversation for mature audience only. I had the wonderful privilege of speaking with author Habeeb Akunde about his "Kunyaza". Let me tell you IT WAS ENLIGHTENING needless to say. Like, I had to fan myself. No lie. What is more interesting, he discusses this from a Muslim perspective. Overall, women, please know your PLEASURE matters!!!! In this Episode you will hear: The definition of "Kunyaza". Pleasure and why it is important to us as human beings. More about Habeeb and his other works. All in All, excellent interview. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado This is the link for is website: http://rabaah.com/habeeb-akande-author.html If you buy and read one of his books you will NOT be disappointe

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Welcome back to "Conversations with Akilah". About Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah: Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah writes across genres including creative non-fiction, short stories and essays. She is the author of the ‘Sex Lives of African Women'. Her short stories have been published in ‘It Wasn't Exactly Love' and ‘The Pot and Other Stories'. The Guardian, open Democracy and Essence have published her articles and opinion editorials. Nana is the co-founder of Adventures from the Bedrooms of African Women, an award-winning website, podcast and festival that publishes and creates content that tell stories of African women's experiences around sex, sexualities and pleasure. (taken from amazon.com). *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will: Hear which story STOPPED me right in tracks Learn a little history on how the background of the book understand why these stories NEEDED to be told... and will continue to be told. All I'm saying is, this interview got deep. I cried. She dropped many gems during this interview. If you are interested in learning more about the book "The Sex Lives of African Women" please be sure to check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096DQFY5K/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 You can find Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah on Instagram by using "Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah". Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Please tune in to my informative and VERY hilarious conversation with Minister Kim Braxton. She kept it real in this one; so just be prepared. LOL Minister Kimberly Braxton is the first person In her immediate family to graduate from college and after graduation she had her heart set on a career in corporate America. However, on December 18, 1996, God intervened and her life was completely transformed. She discovered she had a passion for God's Word and was able to make the difficult topics of scripture easy to understand. Her ministry characteristics are a deep scholarly understanding of scripture with a twist of humor. Min. Braxton has a gift for teaching the Old Testament and is known for speaking truth to power. In 2007 she graduated with a Masters of Divinity degree from Alliance Theological seminary with a concentration in theology. When her nose isn't buried in a book (or listening to podcasts) you can be sure to find her on road trip adventures with friends making memories. In this episode you will learn: about her Spiritual journey that led her to practicing abstinence.. her opinion on being considered a sexual woman after the age of 50 about her "date life" or the lack there of... (NOW THIS WAS FUNNY) All in All, excellent interview. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado

All I am going to tell you is press play. You are in for a sweet treat... well it was for me. I had the wonderful chance to interview one of my most FAVORITE authors ever. I am still in shock that happened. Beverly Jenkins, Ms. Bev, Mayor Jenkins whatever you have to call MAKE SURE you add "legend" afterwards. In this Episode you will hear: Who is the true architect of those very steamy sex scenes that she so eloquently writes. How old she was when published her first book! Why she decided to write what she has coined "edutainment" All in All, I was and am still in awe of her. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! This is the link for her website: https://beverlyjenkins.net/ If you buy and read one of her books you will NOT be disappointed.

Anne McPhillips after 3 successful careers in different industries, Anne decided to follow her dream to pursue acting in film and TV! Anne is NYC based actress, can be seen in various TV shows such as “Law & Order-SVU”, “Manifest”, “Ray Donovan”. Currently she can be seen in the season 3 episode 1 of “Pose”, Season 4 of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and a featured role in a hip, quirky NY comedy series on Amazon Prime called “City and the Beast”. She also will be on Netflix in “Halston” and “Inventing Anna”. When she's not on the set, she resides in suburbia with her husband Kevin and their darling Shorkie, “KiKi”. Her son Giancarlo inspired her to pursue her passion. Please follow her on IG @annemcphillips. “No room for fear, no looking back.”- Anne McPhillips I launched a new segment, named “Dear Akilah-Takes on the Advice Given by Others: on IGTV. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Another quick bite. Like real real quick; but, still enough to fill you up. LOL. Okay I'll stop being corny. Please press play to hear WHAT book Akilah DID NOT and COULD NOT finish although she tried. I mean she really tried. She tried in the car. She tried while walking. She tried while driving... and yeah no, it's still not done. Also in this episode is her new segment, " Gratitude Corner" you will be pleased with her first spotlight. I am launching a new segment, named “Dear Akilah”. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. You can submit as many questions as you as wish. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. You can buy the book referenced in this episode here. Also, I have book... yeah I figured you might not know that. I wrote a Gratitude Journal. It's LIT and you can buy it here. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Francesco Paladino is a classically trained actor, member of the Screen Actor’s Guild, and a writer of many things since the 1990s. He has been seen in major films, Netflix’s Orange is the New Black and a funny regular as “man on the street” on The Wendy Williams Show. Francesco has had an extensive stand-up comedy career opening for Gilbert Godfrey and Judy Gold. His many years of comedy led to his opportunities of motivational public speaking which then led him to becoming a certified life coach. Francesco is grateful for his colorful journey and regularly performs, writes, and cohosts the podcast Later This Week with Coco and Fran. This summer, he will be a featured live speaker at the national Mental Health America conference in Washington, DC; where he will address healing fear through laughter. You can find Francesco on IG here and he is true Nina Simone fan. His most recent post on her quote, " Freedom means NO FEAR" was riveting. Please see below for part of his writing: "Care about what people think, but don’t care about what EVERYONE thinks. You know who cares about you, but they are not always the same person who understands you. Parents are not always the best support systems. They seek stability and insurance over happiness and risk. Seek out mentors and leaders you can follow into the light. You will always find someone who gets you. Be honest when talking about fear. If you are afraid of something, identify it. “Being lazy” is not a real thing. Call yourself out on your excuses. Start saying “yes” even when the solution seems to not be available yet. Eventually fear gets the hint and moves to another state. They will come back some days and visit, but you can always decide how long they stay"- Francesco Paladino. I am launching a new segment, named “Dear Akilah”. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could RATE, share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Wakisha McKoy is the visionary of Love Purposefully, where she creates a platform for Christians to have conversations about love no matter what season or state they might be in. Through this platform, the mission is to embrace singleness, form healthy relationships and strive for kingdom marriages. By profession, Wakisha holds three degrees (B.A. in Psychology, and B.A. Elementary Education from William Paterson University and an M.Ed in Educational Leadership, Management, and Policy from Seton Hall University). Most of all Wakisha is a person who loves to serve God, His people, and the community in which she lives in. You can find Wakisha and her platform here and here . I am launching a new segment, named “Dear Akilah”. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Akilah went to the beach y’all!!!!! It was so needed and WELL DESERVED, okay? In this episode I am discussing why I HATE did I say HATE flying; but, I do it anyway. LOL Not to be morbid, but I discuss “death bed wishes” and while I know a lot of people say, “ I don’t have regrets; however, that is not the case for everyone. This is a quick episode; but, one you DO NOT want to miss. Let me know what you think. I am launching a new segment, named “Dear Akilah”. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Colleen Issa has been described as a “documentary photographer”, capturing her life experiences and the people around her for more than 30 years. Whether her lens is focusing on weddings, boudoir, portraiture, or any creative subject matter, she consistently demonstrates her unique perspective. Her ability to be a “voyeuristic fly on the wall” has enabled her to capture moments otherwise missed by the untrained eye. Colleen can also be heard discussing her photography on occasion as a regular co-host on the podcast Later This Week w/Coco & Fran, an eavesdropping podcast drenched in their weekly musings on life, culture, food, sex, and their more than 25-year friendship. Always weaving humor & sensitivity into whatever they are talking about from the controversial to the mundane. Why You Should Listen to This Episode: Her captivating testimony on how she is still actively working through her fear of failure. There is a story there for sure! Her Life Path Number- We had a good laugh over that one. Her large number of nail polishes.... You will never guess how much. Her photography can be seen on Instagram @colleenissaphotography and her website www.colleenissa.com. Her podcast can be found on Instagram @laterthisweek, and everywhere podcasts are available. I am launching a new segment, named “Dear Akilah”. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

Kassandra Ramirez is a mother, daughter, aunt and a sister. In September of 2018, she went missing and has not been heard from or seen by her loved ones. There have been many stories as to what happened surrounding her disappearance; but, still no definite answer as why she has not been found. Kassandra had plans to meet with her mother Ingrid the weekend she went missing. It was Ingrid’s birthday weekend. Ingrid knows her daughter would never willingly not show up. Something happened. Please see the below article for more details on this case. If you have any information pertaining to the disappearance of Kassandra Ramirez, please contact: NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). There is also a Facebook page named: “Find Kassandra Ramirez”. If you know something, please say something. Her mother was gracious to share her testimony of strength, perseverance and faith with me over the course of this interview. Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/missing-in-america/young-mother-kassandra-ramirez-missing-after-leaving-home-bronx-n949071 With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

You will want to “cozy”-up with some tea, coffee or WINE for this one! I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Jenn Caswell and Amy Kirby, the owners of a “Caz and Kozy”. They run this business as an interior design and professional-organizing profession; but, with a twist: Feng Shui. Please join us in this captivating, hilarious and spiritually enlightened conversation on how these two gorgeous women are making their mark in this world. Needless to say, I am still intrigued and cannot wait to work with these two ladies again in one capacity or another. I am not sure if you can tell from their voices alone; but, BOTH of these women are BEAUTIFUL. Whew. Love it. When Jen explained how she faces her fears and when Amy talked about why they started this business… pure fire. It got real… quickly. If you would like to work them, or see more of their essence please go to: Instagram: @_caz_and_kozy (please send a DM) Facebook: “Caz and Kozy” Email: CazandCozy@gmail.com Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. Would you like to be a guest on my show? Send me a message. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com

What a week this has been. Whew. But we survived y'all... WE SURVIVED. Someone queue Marvin Sapp's "Never Would have Made It" and put it on repeat... THANKS. The Inauguration, Michelle's outfit and the meme's, you KNOW we cannot forget about the memes, yeah this was a week to remember. But if we are being honest, every week since 2020 has been something to remember. Smh. Do you have any toxic habits? In this episode I share a *cough* few *cough* of them. Please do not judge me too harshly. LOL. If you dare, please share yours too... it will be freeing, trust me. The "Thank You" meditation by Mooji. Let me tell this will CHANGE your life. My Website: Akilahpeynado.com. JOIN THE WAIT LIST and MY EMAIL LIST. My IG: @akilahpeynado- This is where I host my daily shenanigans. It is LIT over there... TRUST. Please subscribe, share and comment. I appreciate your support. OH the "Gratitude Healing Circle" Mentorship is BACK!!!! With Love... Thank you. Akilah

Yeah, I said it. Someone tag Mara Brock Akil and Issa Rae. I have a major bone to pick with them. LOLLLOL No, seriously. Click play to listen to my thoughts on "who" should have ended up with "whom" and why it makes sense to me. I have a funny feeling that this will not resonate with many; but, that is what makes the world turn right? Anywho, thank you for tuning in to "Slaytheclutter with Akilah". Please follow me on IG: @akilahpeynado Need Advice or Guidance BOOK 1:1 with me: Website: akilahpeynado.com Desire Mentorship: Join My 8 Week Gratitude Healing Circle: Website: akilahpeynado.com Remember : SUBSCRIBE to my podcast, LEAVE A COMMENT on my podcast, and to SHARE my podcast with you family and friends.

How many times have you felt just out- of- wack? You know when you have that feeling of... " I JUST can't put my finger on it."  Most of the time, I have learned, that we know we just do not know how to identify it. Trust me, I get it. Or on the other hand, we out there doing stuff just to do it... now THAT is a just uggghhhh... NOT THE BUSINESS. Smh.  Walking down the wrong road sometimes might just be the biggest blessing you could have ever received, Yup, you read that right. For some of us, that is the only way we will learn.... fortunately...but... unfortunately.  Tune in and let me know what you think? Have you ever been in a place like this before? Please share with me:  #slaytheclutter Follow me at : IG: @akilahpeynado FB: Akilah Peynado Website: akilahpeynado.com I will try my best to be ON IT with "stairway chat" (IG Live) at some point during the day.

Join me as I discuss taking a moment to “slow down” not stop. Sometimes it’s a simple as enjoying a cup of coffee uninterrupted. I don’t know about YOU... but I know I LOVE the sound of that. Lol. Perfection can be a damaging illusion. Get stuff done. Do it to the BEST of your ability and then move on. Life it to be LIVED honey. The excerpt I read is from my Soul Mediation that I wrote on my IG a while back: "To everything there is a season" I think it is relevant now too. Remember these words: "WAIT. Just wait. It's coming". #slaytheclutter Follow me at : IG: @akilahpeynado FB: Akilah Peynado Website: akilahpeynado.com I will try my best to be ON IT with "stairway chat" (IG Live) at some point during the day.

Please join to me as I interview Elise Antoine, MSW, LIFE COACH. She is a such a beautiful person. I’ve had the privilege to work with her over the summer and we have been in touch ever since. Let’s find out what’s in her heart. SOME things look for in this interview: She helps individuals tell their own stories in regards to their mental health struggles and triumphs. She is survivor. Like FOR REAL. There is a story there. She talks about what she is doing differently this year vs last year. LET ME TELL YOU I LOVE IT. I appreciate you being my guest. I am so happy about everything that is happening in your life. Elise Antoine IG: @eliseantoine and @ripthestigma FB: Elise Antoine and RiptheStigma Email: info@ripthestigma.org Join her MONTHLY Prayer Call every last Thursday of the month UNLESS there is a holiday. Details are always listed on her social media pages or you can join her mailing list. She will be having a "Rip the Stigma" Fashion Show on 10-10-2020 in NYC. If you are interested please reach out to her for more details. Slaytheclutter News: For the "My Gratitude Journals" and the "Write the Vision" pens: please go to www.akilahpeynado.com Everyday Chatting and Motivation: IG @akilahpeynado.com I am looking for some DOPE DOPE individuals to interview for future episodes. If you are interested or know of someone who you feel will be a fit please let me know. You can reach out to me via email at akilahpeynado@gmail.com xo

Please join to me as I interview Danielle Vaughn. She is a such a wonderful soul. I’ve been blessed to have known her for over 20 years. Let’s find out what’s in her heart. SOME things look for in this interview: She is published author and the book is DOPE The gym: she got it right and TIGHT in there but that wasn’t the only thing gained from her weight loss experience Why she really did not speak about the passing of her father openly for about 27 years! I appreciate you being my guest. I am so happy about everything that is happening in your life. Xo You can find her book on amazon.com and please be sure to follow her on IG and Facebook at @iamdaniellevaughn and Danielle Vaughn respectively. Slaytheclutter News: For journals: please go to akilahpeynado.com Pen: They are COMING YALL!!! Everyday Chatting and Motivation: IG @akilahpeynado.com xo

Please join me in listening to my interview with Ms. Daria Jones. She is phenomenal singer, actress, mentor and that is just me naming SOME things about her. What to look for in this interview: What is her favorite snack- This WILL surprise many! Fellas: She tells us what she is looking for in a man. Hmmm maybe that could be you? HAHA Daria explains how she uses her light to light the world on fire. She is an amazing person inside and out. Thank you Daria!!!! You can find her @dariasings2u in IG If you like this episode, please like, share and LEAVE A RAVING REVIEW!!! Announcements: For Journals: Please go to akilahpeynado.com Daily Motivation: IG @akilahpeynado I love you all.

This is my first introductory podcast. I am here to START. This is something I said I would do and here I am doing it. I am making space for my more. Feel free to join me on IG @akilahpeynado and my website akilahpeynado.com for updates. #slaytheclutter.