This Black Girl

This episode comes to you with an apology I AM A TERRIBLE scheduler and things have been happening 100 mph so I'm sorry! Now, we're a few episodes away from the end of season 1 so I wanted to share some life updates and have an quick chat about uncertainty and how I've been dealing with that. She's a little short today, but she's here! Don't forget to follow along on Facebook + IG [at] thisblackgirlpod!

We can't stop people from making judgments, but this week This Black Girl talks stereotypes she's experienced personally and how she's flipped them!

For this week's episode, This Black Girl reflects on tradition, especially around the holidays. As a twenty-something, she thinks about how the holidays looked when she was a child, how they look as an adult, and why it's so important to continue those traditions, or iterations, in the future — to pass on knowledge, build legacies, and share stories and memories during the holidays and beyond!

This week, This Black Girl shares the lessons she learned from her trip to China and everything in between! Tune in ya'll because This Black Girl never imagined she would get to spend two weeks in China and learn so much on her first international trip. So, for today, all she has to say is do the things that make you uncomfortable. Also, if you want to check out the website she made for school, check it out here!

This week, join This Black Girl as she gives you the rundown on her experience with dance! She danced for 14 years, including jazz, ballet, tap, lyrical, modern, contemporary, etc. Back in her day (wow feeling old af here), she was not among many other Black girls, more were on the dance team with her by the time she graduated middle school. Let's talk through her challenges, lessons learned, and more this week! Need a little inspiration? Google "The Dancer's Prayer" the next time you're about to do something big! As usual, rate, review, subscribe and share. We still have stickers AND follow along on Facebook and Instagram [at] thisblackgirlpod.

For this week's episode, This Black Girl is joined by Intimate Spaces (a podcast for which she is a co-host) to discuss stereotypes of Black women and how these stereotypes help and hinder our ability to ask for our wants and needs. We're also joined by a few other guests to really dive into this discussion. Join us this week as we dig into all of the things! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow our guests and subscribe to Intimate Spaces: Beyond the Blog! Follow along on Instagram and Facebook! Follow Bria on Instagram @briajstat Follow Amber (recurring guest) on Instagram @neferu_24 and @tantrictouch502 Follow Ariel's business on Instagram @thesnowgirlshop

Hey ya'll! This week, this Black girl is joined by one of her first friends she made in Chicago when she moved for grad school, Cheria! Cheria was a year ahead of me in grad school, but in the same program. We clicked! Now, we can't get rid of each other! Anyways, we talk about adult friendships, how we met, relationship evolution, and everything in between! Plus, get a glimpse into our friendship (sorry it's confusing!)!  Oh did I mention Cheria has a blog, Queenship, that she launched in 2020! Follow along on Instagram @queenshipblog and check out the latest on the website! Also, follow Cheria personally on her own Instagram @xocheria.  Keep up with the podcast as usual on Facebook and Instagram! 

Hey guys! I'm back! I wanted to pop in for a quick update and say I accidentally took a break, BUT I'm back to finish season one. My motivation took a hit because for the past few months sh*t got real REAL QUICK! So I thought this would be a good episode to pop in for an update and a few tips to de-stress and to practice self-care. I know, I know: life is overwhelming I'm an adult BLAH BLAH BLAH. But still, it's fun to talk about therapeutic, realistic ways to relax and chill. Check out my new website: www.thisblackgirl.com and follow along on Instagram and on the Facebook page.

On this week's episode, This Black Girl reflects on her entire childhood and how she stayed in activities. If you ask her mom, it was intentional. Was this anyone else, or just her?

In this episode, this black girl apologizes for lapses in content and promises to continue to provide weekly content that's relatable. Don't forget, if you want a sticker, just let her know via direct message or text (if you have her number). Now, it's episode 16! Let's talk representation. As a Communication professional, this Black girl spent some time reflecting and thought back on her childhood and what representation meant to her then versus now. A lot has changed and some has not. As she encountered more Black people (kids in high school; classmates, professors, and the like in college) she realized that there are so many people that can be mentors and serve as models to her own viewpoint of "success". All she knows right now is that she's proud of the focus on diversity and other initiatives in organizations now (even though there's still a long way to go!). Tell her what you think on Facebook or Instagram!

Hi everyone! I promise I haven't gone anywhere, although it's been a couple of weeks. I had a much-needed (and unexpected) break. Now that I'm back, episode 15 took a personal turn as I share specific milestones where doubt ran abundant and what I do to combat that doubt! It's an episode where I get a little more transparent and overshare to express my own processes dealing with doubt (because it's inevitable!). Also, does anyone else's doubt sound exactly like them? More specifically, do you feel like you're personally attacking yourself? No? As usual, follow along on Facebook and Instagram (@thisblackgirlpod) and subscribe where ever you listen!

On this week's episode, the host jumps into her love of true crime. Don't worry, she doesn't get specifically into cases, but mostly just how her love for all things mystery began. She loves true crime shows, books, podcasts, etc. How did that impact her life? Well, she's that friend that makes sure no one leaves their drinks unattended, and if they do. They're getting a new drink. Ya'll can blame her dad for that. He did security at parties across the city her entire life. So that came with all kinds of stories and examples of all kinds of things. So yeah, there's that. Did she miss anything? Let her know on Facebook or Instagram!

Buckle up for an episode all about This Black Girl's experience with adulthood - so far. This feels like a "learn as you go" activity. I'm also wondering how this worked pre-social media. Let's not even get into the fact that it's still a little hard to talk about mental health in the Black community. So what do I think? Well, I'm not sure. I know that I was so excited to grow up as a kid, but we don't really talk about all the things that come with being an adult until you're an adult. So for now, welcome to the advice. But I don't know though... Don't forget to follow the podcast on Instagram and like the NEW Facebook page!

This week, the host talks ink. She tells the story about her first tattoo and beyond. She also talks about some (unwarranted and warranted) opinions that she's received concerning her tattoos. Yes, this black girl is aware that they last forever. Thanks for that. She also jumps into why she doesn't think a person's tattoos determine how well they are going to a job. All in all, it's about placement, but even that is subjective! In short, why not ask people about their tattoos instead? She does and the stories she hears are very interesting. Don't forget this podcast is available on Pandora, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, and more! Follow along on Instagram at @thisblackgirlpod! Don't forget about the sticker giveaway! A winner will be drawn soon! Thanks, ya'll!

This week, the host discusses what's in a name. When it comes to names, you shouldn't be able to assign a race to a name. However, people still try to classify names as "stereotypically Black." Let's dive into the importance of correcting people when they mispronounce your name with the help of some friends of the podcast Malesha and Jyrone. Don't forget to follow the podcast on Instagram!

It's episode 10! This week, This Black Girl is joined by her mom. We talk about generational topics and you'll learn more about my mom, her journey as a Black woman, what she taught This Black Girl and so much more! We had fun talking and we hope you have fun listening! The first guest episode is in the books and there are more guests to come so stay tuned! Follow along on Instagram - @thisblackgirlpod

In this episode of This Black Girl, the host gets real about things the Black community is facing. Personally, she's tired, scared and frustrated. After learning not a lot about her Black history in school and then getting to college and taking her first Pan-African Studies class - it all changed. Due to the things going on in the world with Trumpist racists out with their bigotry and continuing to lose Black lives at the hands of police and white terrorists, she's trying to figure out how to take a stand and how to navigate through all of the emotions. She knows one thing, our ancestors walked so we could run and to the White people in our lives - we need allies not actors. Don't forget about the sticker giveaway! All you need to do is follow the podcast on Instagram ---> @thisblackgirlpod

In this week's episode, the host discusses one of the most challenging things that she ever did! She moved to Chicago for two years for graduate school. Literally, found a school and applied for the graduate program. Then things fell into place. She was scared, but she pushed through and went for it. What impact did Chicago have on her? How did this Black girl navigate that crazy chapter of her life? Tune in! As usual, follow along on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thisblackgirlpod/. Secondly, here are the links to some of the things I mentioned in this episode: Kendall Jenner and Pepsi case study Independent article with the commercial

This week, the host dives into the topic of college! She shares her own journey preparing for college (as it had been expected all her life) and beyond! College is the most fun, difficult, stressful, eye-opening experience you will have. However, if that's not your path, then that's not your path! Decide your fate yourself. That's not an easy feat, but welcome to adulting. Pro tip: that 8am class is not something you can handle. Trust me, it starts off great, but is definitely a STRUGGLE (especially in the winter). Whether you go to college, grad school, or whatever; the host is here to share her experiences NOT tell you what to do. Simply because she's still figuring things out herself! As usual, follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisblackgirlpod/.

This week, This Black Girl talks about growing up and having to learn early about codeswitching, but not really being aware of it or labeling it as that until later in life. She briefly mentions stories in which she existed in white spaces as the only (or one of few) Black person. She also discusses her continuous struggle of being so used to code-switching and wondering whether or not it's her job to make the White people around her comfortable. In conclusion, she's working on it! Links mentioned in this episode: Big Mouth's Code Switching Song (S4) TEDTalk Jamila Lyiscott: 3 ways to speak English As always, follow along on Instagram!

This week, the host talks about stereotypes she's experienced through her life and assumptions people have made about her in their first meeting. Her advice? Don't put Black people in a box - we don't fit! Listen to her stories!

This week's episode was inspired by last week's topic. The host dives into her list of reasons about kids and not wanting them in the near future. Can you relate? Don't forget to follow along on Instagram @thisblackgirlpod!

In this week's episode, the hostess shares her thoughts on family planning and her own perspective on having kids. ****DISCLAIMER**** the hostess is in no way saying yes or no when it comes to having children - parents, y'all are superheroes and are definitely something to admire. Let's just say This Black Girl is still unsure! Follow along on Instagram: @thisblackgirlpod

Happy second episode! For this week's episode, the host jumps into being a millennial and why that generation is so misunderstood. There's some millennial myth-busting and practical advice when it comes to being supportive! As always, follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisblackgirlpod/

For the very first episode of This Black Girl, listeners meet the host and learn a little bit about what it means to her to be loud! Welcome to the journey! Instagram: www.instagram.com/thisblackgirlpod