They Didn't Tell You Podcast

With an almost 2-year long hiatus, I'm ready to come out of my cocoon now

I brought my girl Jells (@jellsonpurpose) back on the podcast to close out Women's HERstory month with me. I have been wanting to have a conversation on 'Real One's' for a minute now. So, we're going to talk about this term of endearment and how it applies in our lives. This week's song of the week is No Love by Summer Walker feat. SZA! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! FOLLOW Jells: @jellsonpurpose + @itsthebarsforme (podcast) Me: @legallyblack My Brand: @bylegallyblack The Podcast: @theydidnttellyou

Happy Women's HERstory Month! This is episode is dedicated to the amazing Black + Brown women tuning in

This weeks episode is sponsored by Baby Noir. Aww man... It's been min but I'm back with a new episode + there's a lil surprise in there for you. I hope you like it! We're talking all about SLOWING DOWN. Pumping the breaks. Taking things down a couple notches, if you will! This week's song of the week is Overdrive by Parisalexa. Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! FOLLOW Me: @legallyblack My Brand: @bylegallyblack The Podcast: @theydidnttellyou

Okay, it's a new year and I'm back! This week I'm exploring what it's looked/looking like for me to switch shit up! I'm sharing the areas of my life that I've made changes in, how I did it, and why! This week's song of the week is The Night Song by Ravyn Lenae. Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

This week is all about lies and liars! Why we do it, how it effects our lives, and ways to start speaking from a more truthful and honest space, as much as you possibly can. Let's chat and see what we can do about getting us on the right track! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

This week, let's talk about all reasons why we deserve to shine and why you and I need to stop hiding. Noone's going to see us, if we continue putting ourselves in a corner. Hoodie Season is back! Grab a hoodie on www.bylegallyblack.com! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

This week my girl Ash is joining me for a good conversation around how we speak to ourselves and those around us. Follow Ash on TikTok @dash.of.ash! Hoodie Season is back! Grab a hoodie on www.theydidnttellyou.com! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

Getting Ready. > Stressing About Being Ready. Let's talk about it! Hoodie Season is back! Grab a hoodie on www.theydidnttellyou.com! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

This week, we're talking about confidence! I haven't had many conversations on this topic, so I'm really excited to have it with you. Check it out and let me know what you think! Hoodie Season is back! Grab a hoodie on www.theydidnttellyou.com! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

This week we're talking all about distractions and how to reduce them in our lives. Hoodie Season is back! Grab a hoodie on www.theydidnttellyou.com! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

It's been two year since I've been podcasting and it has been nothing short of a learning experience. I'm revisiting a topic from Season 1, Episode 1, Taking A Leap Of Faith. I want to fill you in on a few things about my podcasting experience since I started and hopefully encourage someone to finally leap, for themselves! Hoodie Season is back! Grab a hoodie on www.theydidnttellyou.com! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

I was hanging with my grandma one day and she spoke these words to me, "Whatever You're Doing, Is The Right Thing!". I've carried those words with me for nearly two years. I didn't always feel like I was doing the right thing all the time, let alone when she said it. Join me this week for a conversation on what the 'right thing' is and how we can move differently to get there. Hoodie Season is back! Grab a hoodie on www.theydidnttellyou.com! Season 3 Playlist on Apple & Spotify! Follow the Podcast @theydidnttellyou or Me @legallyblack!

It's been a long time and I missed you! We're kicking the new Season off with a chat about one of the most renowned artists of our generation, Aaliyah! I had to bring my girl Tammy of @RNBAGENDA, on for the conversation. We're discussing how Aaliyah's music has impacted us from childhood through adulthood, to the omission of her music from digital platforms for two decades. Please follow, support and show to my girl Tammy, @rnbagenda & get into her writing @tammybewritin! Shop with me: www.theydidnttellyou.com! Follow Me: @theydidnttellyou + @legallyblack

This week we're joined by four of my amazing friends, who are Moms, to talk about their experiences in Motherhood! Connie, Jai, Kam, & Lori were each so candid, honest, and vulnerable throughout the conversation. It made way for shared feelings of acknowledgment, solidarity, and owning their journey as Mothers. Enjoy Part 2 of this amazing conversation! You can support Jai's (@brownisy) businesses at the following locations: Lavish Gems: Website & @lavish_gems Boutique De Jai: Website & @boutiquedejai ---- Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyou | @legallyblack You can find all of the Songs of the Week on my Season 2 Playlist on Apple Music and Spotify!

This week we're joined by four of my amazing friends, who are Moms, to talk about their experiences in Motherhood! Connie, Jai, Kam, & Lori were each so candid, honest, and vulnerable throughout the conversation. It made way for shared feelings of acknowledgment, solidarity, and owning their journey as Mothers. I hope that you enjoy Part 1 of this conversation and that you check back next week for Part 2! Happy Mother's Day to Connie, Jai, Kam, Lori, & Every Single Dope Ass Mom, especially my own Mom

This week is all about Taking Care of ourselves! I'm talking about my own experiences and how I'm giving myself grace through it all! This Week's, Song of the Week is 'As I Am' by H.E.R. You can find the song on my Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify!

Get into a conversation with me around ways we can Take Advantage of our time and opportunities! The context & context article. This Week's, Song of the Week will be picked by one of my listeners

There's some warnings that we've been ignoring and this week I'm addressing it! This Week's, Song of the Week is So Good by Mannywellz! You can find the song on my Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify!

I love using my sick and vacation time! When's the last time you took a day off, just because?! Join me this week for a quick conversation about (what I feel is) the most underutilized form of self-care! This Week's, Song of the Week is Good Days by SZA! You can find the song on my Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify!

It's just me and you this week and I want to talk about where you get your advice from

Based On Her-Story, Pt. 4 For the final week of this series, we have Dani aka @_splenda_! Dani is a on a journey to help each and every one of become financially free!!! Get into the episode and learn about her dope philanthropic initiatives: @splendapaysitforward, #changethenarrative (Takes places every Friday), & @savewithsplenda AND Her dope ass business: @whylingforrespect CHECK HER OUT, SUPPORT AND SHOW LOVE!!

Based On Her-Story, Pt. 3 This week I'm joined by my girl Xiana (@cestlazee) who's an INSANELY talented photographer. She came on to discuss her business, @bycestlazee, and talk about why Black Women should treat themselves to the C'est La Zee experience. Checkout her website/blog on www.bycestlazee.com and get into all of the beautiful photos (you may see a familiar face on there

This week Jelly (@jellsonpurpose) joined me to talk about concept and process of UNLEARNING! If you don't know what it's about or if you do, and you're interested in hearing our perspective on it.... Press Play! We're sharing lessons we learned and some practical and reasonable tips on how you can start applying it in your lives! Click here, if you want to dig deeper into unlearning!

This week I'm joined by my girl Jazmine (@jd_ispeak) of Eat With Her, Don't Compete With Her Podcast (@edcpodcastshow)! We're talking about what it looks like to collaborate with other women, how to develop a motivated versus competitive mindset, what it looks like to genuinely show up for other women, and then some! Follow Jazmine on Instagram @jd_ispeak & @edcpodcastshow AND check out her site www.jazminedewees.com, it's a one stop shop!

Let's do away with the 'follow 4 follow' culture!

"I hate when niggas be lyin' Especially when shit be so small If you ain't gon' ride, then don't waste my time I told you I'm not to be fucked with" via I Ain't Got Time Today by @official__tink We're not accepting less than what we deserve! If you want to celebrate Valentine's Day (single or not), I hope you find time to celebrate you, on your own! Self-love is undefeated!

If you've ever felt the need to or questioned whether you should block someone for ANY reason, this episode is for you! If you never had this problem, pass it along to someone that does :)!

This week I did things a little different. Head over to @theydidnttellyoupodcast to catch my first Live Podcast on Instagram, featuring Marshay Monet of @glowskindeep_! Be sure to pop by www.glow-skindeep.com and pick up one of her amazing skin care products. The Glow Serum is my absolute fave!

As a follow up to last weeks conversation, I want to make sure that you know exactly what getting shit done feels like. What it means for you, your endeavors/goals, and future! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and sign up for our newsletter!! New merch is coming very soon! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblackt --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We're at the top of the year and I think it's a perfect time to talk about our next steps! 2020 was a year to remember and 2021 is shaping up to be more of the same. But, I'm not going to let anything prevent me from doing what needs to be done! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Happy New Year!!! This week I’m doing something a little different. I teamed up @realtalksessionseries and @thepeopletalkingpodcast to collab on a Holiday episode

"How we gonna look for different results, in the same space?" - Song: Same Space? by Tiana Major9  I love this song and I'm breaking down a few of the lyrics so that I can give you some tips on how to remove yourself from the spaces that are not for YOU! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I have fallen in love with reading again and I wanted to share one of the causes of this change! My girl Shelbey came through this week to talk about her amazing book club, @shelbeyandthebookclub and her love for reading! Follow Shelbey on IG via @shelbeyandthebookclub and check out her website, www.shelbeyandthebookclub.com and click here to get some of her merch! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Calling all Black Dads!! This episode is for you!! My friend Jamal (Dr. Myrick) came through to discuss his new book called 'Dear Black Dads: Wisdom for Your Journey to Fatherhood', why he wrote it, and how he hopes in will impact our community. FYI: Submissions for the giveaway ends, Dec. 9th!! Follow Dr. Jamal Myrick on Instagram! You can purchase his book on Amazon, it's available in print, digital, and audio. Purchase his book on Amazon and visit is website, www.melanatedandeducated.com. Happy Founder's Day to the brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Happy Holidays! I hope you're entering this weekend feeling happy and well fed! This week I'm tapping into happiness and our responsibility for it, on an individual level! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week's episode is all about discussing a life hack that took me a little time to get and that's how to 'Choose Your Hard'! Also, y'all know music is my love language so this episode is inspired by Blxst's latest album, No Love Lost! “This EP was inspired by the challenges I face as an upcoming artist, dealing with the pressures of SEPARATION FOR ELEVATION,” says Blxst of the release. - via Red Bull Records Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The 2020 election is feeling like a Ringling Bros. Circus and I just want off of this ride! So, to help me get grounded I brought my friend, colleague, and founder of Find Your Resistance, Brandon Johnson on the show! Let this episode be a little reminder that there's still much work to be done in our communities and within ourselves! You can follow Brandon and stay tuned to the work he's doing on IG: @findyourresistance & @bjohnson_1914. Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

With that said, VOTE or STFU! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week I brought my girl Amy on to talk all about the faith-based social media fast that we did!! Follow Amy on Instagram: @allure.by.amy & @allure.artstudio Check out Amy's gospel playlist, Blessed and Bossed Up, here! Follow the Blessed & Bossed Up Podcast and check out their podcast! You won't be disappointed. Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, we're talking about purpose/what you're called to do! There will be no more side stepping and second guessing... Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

After an unexpected hiatus, I'm back and ready to say all the things! This week, I'm talking about the "alleged" (but we all know Tory did it) shooting of Megan Thee Stallion by Tory Lanez. *Trigger Warning* I'll be touching on domestic violence during this episode. Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

If you've been looking to hear something that will help you kick that procrastination bug or help you get those creative juices flowing, I got you!! This week we have motivational speaker, content creator, and a man of intention, Quain, also known as @chef_beanz! He came through to give us a word, and he doesn't disappoint! Check out his website, www.chefbeanz.com for merch and more information! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As much as I talk about therapy, y'all should've known that I was going to bring a therapist on. This week, we're welcoming Alex A., LSW (@osojuicy) who's a full-time therapist and founder of @worthy_lifestyle_ a mental health app that provides resources, virtual support groups and more. Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I brought my thoroughest girls with me! We're continuing the conversation around entanglements, because y'all keep entangling us! Shoutout to my guests this week: Amber: @miss856 Marshay: @marshaymonet & @glowskindeep_ Tierra: @evoltierraaa Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's been time Sis/Bro/Friend! This week, let's narrow down our focus a bit and Tap In! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week, I have my first podcaster joining me! Welcome to my boy, Monty of @thepeopletalkingpodcast!! I asked Monty to join us this week to talk about one of my favorite topics and that's how we support and promote the brands/businesses/endeavors of those around us! Grab some merch and check out updates from Monty via his website, www.thepeopletalkingpodcast.com. SUPPORT THESE BLACK OWNED BRANDS! Changed by LULU: @changedbylulu THEE OVERTHINKER: @theeoverthinker Tyra Powers Art: @tyra_powers Glow Skin Deep: @glowskindeep_ Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello and Welcome to my Tiff Talk! I'm sure some of you are already tired of hearing about Jada and Will, but I wanted to throw my dollar and fifteen cents in the mix! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We're blocking all the outside noise and letting some ish GO! Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

No, Seriously! WTF?! Book Clubs @brownandblackgirlsreadtoo & @shelbeyandthebookclub Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It's Black Music Month Y'all! This week my girls Amanda (@a_love4pr) and Tammy (@tammybewritin & @rnbagenda) are joining me to talk about music that has been getting us through the times we find ourselves living in. We have a special playlist that includes songs we discussed in this episode, along with a few gems we didn't! We're all trying find joy when and where we can! So come get yours and be sure to share this episode, so others can too! *Correction: The first song I mentioned for Rapsody is actually called 'Tyra', obviously I still need to run that album back lol.* Check out my website www.theydidnttellyou.com and get some Merch!! You can find every 'Song of the Week' from Season 2 on Apple Music and Spotify! Follow me on Instagram @theydidnttellyoupodcast | @legallyblack --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app