UNAPOLOGETIC: A Black Love Manifesto

S7:E1 Hey Shameless warriors we missed you! Hope ya'll been hanging tough. Check out our welcome back show.

Happy Valentine's Day shameless warriors! Today we are bringing you a very special (mini) episode on love and relationships. We're introducing a segment called "THE FLOW" where Eb gives us her Queen of Real Talk wisdom and expertise on love and relationships! Eb answers questions from listeners including: getting the offline dating thing right, sexual compatibility and more! If you have questions for future segments of "THE FLOW" with Eb, Tweet/IG/FB us @UnapologeticBLM or @IAMEBDIAZ or @raciallyjustNOW. Can't wait to hear from you all! Have a love filled V-day and beyond!

Hey folks! Here's the last episode of our Mini Holiday Edition. We wish all of you a Happy New Year and send you our love and light as you seek to be more kind and compassionate in this new year, while simultaneously striving to be more unapologetic in your daily life. Enjoy!!! Oh and yea, we talked about all the things we are leaving behind in 2018, and all the things we are embracing and striving to accomplish in 2019. Listen now!

This year our holiday treats and traditions conversation includes a few special friends that made it extra sweet! We talk foods, what 2018 brought us and what we will be giving zero fucks about in 2019. We also mention Kanye...Eb says we need to rescue and deprogram him, J says he should just shut the fuck up. Y'all decide and tell us what you think! Happy Holidays! Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukkah! Happy Kwanzaa!

Hey Shameless Warriors! We're back in Black with another episode on the recent election. We are talking about everything from the results to gas prices, to women in politics, to cell phone and social media addiction. It's a wild ride as usual so don't miss it, tune in now!

Hey SHAMELESS WARRIORS!!!! We're back!! Welcome to the holiday edition of UBLM!!! In this Halloween special Eb & J talk fears around politics and the current state of the country, J also finally shares why she's not down for O, and so much more from voting to movies. TUNE IN NOW, for the Real and Raw!

Hey Shameless Warriors!! Here's the last ep of this jammed packed season! We are off for the summer to plan and get ready for Season 7 and also for our 2-year Anniversary Celebration - updates to come!!!! Meanwhile, do yourself a favor and check out these fun clips and greatest hits from Season 6!! We love ya! Enjoy the summer, Unapologetically! We out - Peace! UBLM

This week we have the honor of having the amazing and powerful peace and justice activist and organizer, Aly Wane talking all about the current anti-immigrant crisis we are facing. Aly talks about how the media coverage of the crisis has been anti-Black, the impacts of detention on kids (and all people), what resistance looks like and how to sustain ourselves in this work and why we ALL need to be doing SOMETHING to resist the escalation of violence by Trump's administration. This week J also talks about if we need civility over justice (spoiler alert: fuck civility, we need justice!). And Eb is away this week celebrating her baby boy's graduation. SPECIAL NOTE: We had some technical challenges so there are places in the recording where the audio is a bit unstable, but we kept the conversation going for you!

Yo, Yo, Yo! Hey Shameless Warriors! Eb & J are back at it again with this DOPE AF episode talking to Derrick Wallace, a sexual health educator, about everything from Yoni eggs, to What's Safe Sex, to Myth's about HIV and how it contracted to how the virus is actually transmitted, the difference between AIDS and HIV, U=U, The Prep Pill, Condom Education, Picking the right Lubricants, Health risk with AIDS, and soooooooooo much more!!!! Check out: IRISHOUSE.ORG / on IG @irishouse_nj www.bcondoms.com Derrick Wallace on IG @iamdwdotcom

We missed y'all last week! We are back! This episode we are talking all about jealousy and insecurity. Are you a jealous person? Are you more secure than insecure? What makes you feel powerful and secure? Is there anything wrong with NOT being jealous? We get at all of these questions plus J's rage pains segment addresses the elephant that is always in the room: white supremacy and its impact on us physically and spiritually. We also talk Black women and health disparities (https://psmag.com/social-justice/even-as-black-americans-get-richer-their-health-outcomes-remain-poor) and Black women and income inequality (https://www.thecut.com/2018/03/what-a-study-on-income-inequality-misses-about-black-women.html). Spoiler alert: we decide white supremacy must end and that we need to keep demanding we get what we are owed. Listen in and tell us what you think!

This week we dig deep into our histories to discuss some of the most compelling memories and traumas we have experienced. We talk childhood memories, how memories are triggered, what traumatic experience have taught us and how Black folks deal with the collective trauma of slavery and ongoing oppression. J also shares her rage pains about the fucked up views we hold as a society about motherhood and Eb totally agrees with her!

Hey Shameless Warriors welcome to episode 9!!! Eb & J are back at it, this time talking all about Strong Black Women (SBW's) and Spring. What does it mean to be strong? Who is and how? They also shoot the shit about "This is America", The MET Gala, and plans for a summer fling in the park to celebrate our 2 year anniversary!!! Of course you know what to do!!! Press play NOW!!!!

Hey Hey Hey! On today's show, Eb & J speak with licensed marriage and family therapist - Kongit Farrell - about relationship goals and how to get out of your own way. Kongit shares thoughts on our how to fine tune our "pickers", what is a healthy vs. unhealthy relationship and how to attract the love you want and deserve. And although we failed to ask her, 'What are the right questions to ask' when starting a relationship, she shares so much more....as always, you definitely want to tune in!! You can also ask her your own questions at: https://kongitfarrell.com Anyway, click play and listen now!!!

Yo yo yo! Today's episode was super dope as Eb & J sat down with Tanisha Christie, Merri Ann Osborne & Golda Rosheuvel - three powerhouse thespians and so much more - to discuss women in artistic roles today, their crafts, the industry, fighting for roles vs storylines, their inspirations, limitations and advice for other aspiring Artists. Join us! You don't want to miss this one!

Welcome to episode 6 of season 6!!! And in this short episode, Eb & J are chopping it up about what it means to grind and hustle. We are talking all about how we got started, side hustles/dreams, the why behind your goals and aspirations, who lights fires under your ass, support systems and much more! As always you don't want to miss this one! Tune in now!

This is an Eb and J exclusive! This week we get all up and into dating: online vs in real life (IRL)! We talk Dos and Don'ts, catfishing (stop dat), knowing what you want, dick picks (don't do it fellas), and Black women's experiences while online dating. Plus J learns about what 'thirst trappin' is. Listen in and feedback your experiences of dating online and IRL. We want to know what you think! Also, check out the Pew study on online dating: http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2016/02/29/5-facts-about-online-dating/ Plus get more info on the ongoing conversation about Black women's experiences while online dating: http://madamenoire.com/502861/online-dating-doesnt-work-for-black-women/

Y'all!!!! We had an amazing conversation with the brilliant and passionate, Latoya Shauntay Snell on the podcast this week. We talked body positivity, can you be healthy and fat (fuck yea!), challenges Black women face related to perceptions about our weight and health oh and who we liked better: skinny Luther, medium Luther or big Luther. (Not gonna be a shock to anyone that we prefer big Luther!) Latoya is a freelance chef, photographer and founder of RunningFatChef, a food-and-fitness blog that documents her experiences as a plus-size marathoner, ultra-marathoner and obstacle-course racer. Her personal narratives can be found on platforms such as The Root: The Glow Up, Huffington Post: Perspectives and Runner's World. She has been featured on multiple platforms such as People Magazine, BuzzFeed Health, Self Magazine, Refinery29 and Women’s Running. Check her out on all her platforms: FB: @Running Fat Chef IG: @iamlshauntay website: www.runningfatchef.com/.

Shameless Warriors, this is one you are really gonna love! This week Eb and J are coming at you with reflections and tips about how to let that shit go and how to mourn it and move forward. What happens when we have to give up relationships, dreams and jobs? When is it time to give up on things we have been hanging on to for too long? Oh and what about when we have to let go emotionally or when we are told as Black folks to 'get over' slavery? (spoiler alert: we ain't getting over shit!) J and Eb discuss this and SO MUCH MORE! Also, check out these links to mentions in this week's episode: Emotional Freedom Tapping - https://www.thetappingsolution.com/tapping-101/

It's Season 6, Ep 2 and Eb & J are back at it again, talking bout: What's Going On with the most recent school shootings, schools role in helping us to develop/understand civics, significant points from the most recent teen march, how the NRA is getting down and over on our officials, how to participate in the upcoming March for Our Lives(Link Below)and what's going on with the gun laws yo?! You also don't want to miss J's Rage Pains!!! And we chop it up on what it means to be an Unapologetic parent in 2018, especially to Black Kids...what is tough love, how to help your kids understand choices vs. consequence, solid foundations and transitioning from parent to manager. Click to Learn More about: (https://marchforourlives.com) March For Our Lives - this upcoming Sat. March 24th

It's Season 6 and EB & J are finally back!!!! Hey Shameless Warriors!!! Tune in to our latest episode which is all about Black History Month and Beyond, What Black Panther did for the Culture. J's new *Rage Pains* Segment, and What's Going On with us this time around. Listen now!

Hey Shameless Warriors! Eb & J are back and bringing on the holiday cheer in this woke ass bonus edition where the dynamic duo chop it up about woke employment, not so woke employment, holiday treats and libations, new years intentions and more. As always you simply need to tune in now! You're welcome!

OMG Shameless Warriors!!! We've reached the end of this season in a seemingly short amount of TIME! So today J and I are chopping it up about WOKE TIME! Join us as we discuss everything from Sleep time routines, to how we use our time, effectiveness of time, time constraints, Chronos vs Kairos time, slowing down time, running out of time, being pressed for time, right time, quality time, commodity of time and is time racial, and more...yes, yall know we going in! It's a WOKE TIME BABY!!!! Oh and we have some surprise guests in the studio at this time, lol! Don't waste no more time! Listen now!

Hey Folks! Eb & J are back at it again and this time they are talking all about Woke interpersonal and intercultural relationships and WOKE VOTING! You definitely won't want to miss this one as they explore gentrification, what it means to be Black and Woke in today's society, Dating outside your race, White Allies, Privilege vs. Pressure, holding people accountable, and so much more. Tune in now!

Yooooo! This special Halloween episode is DOPE af! No seriously, it is. Listen now as Eb & J chop it up on everything from J's new lipstick, to terrorist attacks to What is Fear, Why are we Scared, What is irrational or embarrassing types of fear, fear of being alone or job lost, aliens, superstition and so much more. Also you don't want to miss the second half with our special Halloween guests. Again just press play. It's dope and unapologetic. We love you shameless warriors. Happy Halloween!

We've been taught that sexuality and spirituality don't mix, but today's guest, DeShannon Barnes Bowens, Founder of Ilera Counseling and Education Services (http://ilera.com), busts that myth and SO MANY MORE in this inspiring and informative conversation about WOKE spiritual sexuality! We go deep on how cultural taboos have made us think our bodies are unclean and that pleasure is bad. And we explore everything from how to heal from historical trauma to how to talk to your partner about sex to how to embrace fun and creativity in your sexual relationships. Oh you are going to LOVE this one!!!

This episode is the one you have been waiting for! We are talking woke love: what scares us most about love, what is the wokest shit we have done in love, and the un-wokest! How do we stay work if prince or princess charming does not come and how do we want to grow even woke-R in matters of love. Plus we have our first call from a great friend of the podcast. Listen in!

J is away(in Paris) and Eb is playing with Darrah Clay, co-guesthost for the day, as they chop it up about the shift in Black in Hollywood, who is the wokest, what shows, movies, films are reppin for us best and hardest right now. What songs/albums are speaking to us most and so much more. Don't miss out. Tune in now!! How to reach Darrah: Facebook @Darrah_Joy for Travel Inspiration and Deals Show Mentions: - I am not your Negro, James Baldwin - Imperial Dream, Netflix Original - Queen Sugar, Ava Duvernay - May be on netflix - Greeneleaf, Ava Duvernay - 13th, Ava Duvernay - Blackish - Damn, Kendrick Lamar - Love and Hip Hop - Real Housewives - Jesse Williams - Yara Shahiti - Kelly Edwards - Kaepernick - Butter Brown, - Insecure, Issa Rae - Dove

Hey Folks, although this episode is a late post....you are going to LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT as Eb & J and the lovely Rev. Kandace Simmons dive in deep on the topic of what it means to be or have Woke Spirituality. We discuss spiritual practices and how/where to start, we talk about connecting with your calling/higher purpose, being obedient or not, we cover the meaning of interfaith ministries and what is Spiritual Strategy...we also talk about social media and spirituality and so, so, so much more! Tune in right now! Resources and Mentions: www.kandacesimmons.com hello@kandacesimmons.com Book: Wherever you go, There you are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life by Jon Kabat-Zinn Persons: Michael Bernard Beckwith ; Jesus; Deepak Chopra

WELCOME TO Season 5 - THE WOKE, WOKE(r)WOKEST EDITION and Season of UNAPOLOGETIC! If you loved us before you are going to fall in even deeper this Season as we discuss a ton of topics from love and spirituality, down to TIME! This episode we keep it brief as we get into, why this is the woke(r) season (hint...you'll have to tell us if it's truly the wokest). We talk about who's woke, what is wokeness, how we plan to get more woke, woke people who act like they been woke...and the list goes on. Join us more for laughs, fun and woke times! Plus it's our anniversary! Celebrate our 1st year with us!!! Links/mentions from the show: Woke Sex Health - sex was a sexologist https://soundcloud.com/unapologeticblm/s2e4-interview-w-twanna-a-hines Woke Social Connections https://soundcloud.com/unapologeticblm/s2e5-interview-w-aph-ko WAKE UP! Get WOKE ON Mass Incarceration https://soundcloud.com/unapologeticblm/s4ep6-interview-with-marlon-peterson Woke Relationships & Mental Health https://soundcloud.com/unapologeticblm/s4e4-interview-wraven-cras APH's new book: https://aphro-ism.com

Hey Folks! Although we are still on summer break we thought we'd come back with an In Da Moment Bonus to address the state of the union...particularly the BS that's happening down in Charlottesville, VA. So you definitely do not want to miss this one as we discuss the construct of racism, white supremacy, what's the deal Charlottesville, aliens, Kaepernick and more. Tune in Now!

This is the last episode for season 4! We are so happy to have been with you for 4 seasons and nearly 40 episodes! In this, our last episode until September when we come back with season 5, we reflect on how we are doing: what we did best, what we still need to work on, who were our favorite guests and what topics we just can't touch. We'd love to hear from you about what you've loved and want more of!5cr6j4nd

This week we are really proud and excited to talk with Anne Price (@AnnePriceICCED) of the Insight Center for Community Economic Development (@InsightCCED)! Anne schools us on racial wealth gap, Black women being entrepreneurs, the value of buying Black and how to keep resisting for economic justice for ALL Black people. Eb and J weigh in on how we understand wealth and more! It is a dope conversation so listen in and tell us what you think.

Get ready for a great one! On this week's podcast, we talk with Marlon Peterson about mass incarceration: what it is, what are the myths about prison and people who are locked up, and most importantly how to fight back and change these systems. Marlon is an international social and criminal justice advocate, writer, organizational trainer, and educator who spent 10 years in New York State prisons. He is the host of the podcast, #Decarcerated, a Soros Justice Fellow, Aspen Ideas Festival Scholar, a 2015 Ebony Magazine Power 100 honoree, and TED Resident. Check him out at: http://www.marlonpeterson.com/.

This week's episode comes a bit late, but it is well worth the wait! Who likes giving criticism? ME! Who likes receiving it...NOBODY! In this episode, we talk all about how to give, get and manage criticism--publicly and privately, at home, at work and in love. We also have a special guest: "Shooter" from Love and Hip Hop Atlanta joining us to talk about the recent controversies he has lived through and how he manages with the criticisms he has been receiving. Tell us what you think!

S4:E4 - Hey Guys, sorry for the late post but this episode is so juicy you just might forgive us, as we sit down with the amazing Raven Cras to discuss what are Fuhk Bois, how to watch out for them, how to heal and empower ourselves as a community of women. Tune in now!

S4: E3 - Eb and J sit down to discuss the topic of sleeping and resting well. What happens when you do. Tips on what works what does. How lack of sleep effects the body or different people. We also discuss relaxation and how sexy it can be. Don't miss this one!

S4:E2 - In this Episode, Eb & J sit down with friends Sacred Kelly and Mush King to discuss Traveling while Black, and Dressing with Unapologetic Style! Join us for this podcast or check us out live Tuesdays from 5-6 pm on FLOEMPIRERadio.com or on Videocast on Facebook.

S4:E1 - Hey Folks we are back and OMG do we have a special treat in store for you this season and it starts this EPISODE!!! So sit back, relax and listen up as we unpack the clutter in our spirits, relationships and emotional life. At the moment, you can also view this show live, every tuesday from 5-6pm on www.floempireradio.com.

S3E8 - In this final ep for the season, Eb & J chop it up on everything from frumpiness to being joyous, to this being their 30th EPISODE!!! It's a celebration and they're talking all about it!! Thank you to all you listeners and guests!! We'll see you in season 4!

S3:E7 - This Ep. we have Alisha Gordon join us to discuss Women, Work and Dreaming Out Loud! We talk to Alisha about connecting the dots and finding your calling/dream, what it means to pursue your dreams/goals, getting out your comfort zone, taking risks, the importance of mentors, not creating self-limiting beliefs for yourself or your kids...and much, much, more!! You won't want to miss this one!

In this week's episode Eb & J address how we deal with the difficult people in our lives. You know them: the stubborn, the demanding, the ones who tell lies on you, divas/divos. Maybe they're on the subway, at home, maybe they're your lovers, friends, co-workers, bosses, elected officials--or maybe it's YOU! We talk it all out and can't wait to hear what you think!

Love is lovely! But what do you do when infidelity happens? Today, we talk about what love means, how we express love, how love should inform our public policy and more! Then on the flip side of this episode, we discuss infidelity, how to address it and if strict fidelity/monogamy is realistic and necessary for love to be lasting in a relationship.

S3:E4 - Interview W/ Rev. Dionne Boissiere - Forgiveness In this exciting episode, Eb & J sit down with Rev. Dionne Boissiere, healer, pastor of the people and spiritual warrior and leader, to the topic of Forgiveness, Letting Go, Compassion and the road to healing from past hurts and old wounds. You definitely don't want to miss this one right here to tune in NOW!!!! Otherwise you may not be able to forgive yourself, lol!

Today we are talking about selfishness, or is it self-care? Eb and J talk it all out about selfishness in families, with partners, with your kids. Is it about selfishness or about being self-full? How do you put your foot down? Oh wait, what about being selfish in bed? And what about getting selfish to accomplish your side hustle goals? We share, reflect and try to get it right. Let's go shameless warriors!!

S3:E2 - Eb & J sit down in the moment to discuss the most recent inauguration, the Historical Women's March, Pink Pussy Hat Project and LGBT Community, Walter Mosley, Black Mental Health Days, Cheetos Satan and his staff, What it means to be Ungovernable, What happens now...is marching enough? And of course, way more....so tune in now!

S3:E1 Goals & Vision Boarding On this awesome ep, Eb and J reunite from a short holiday break to talk all about their 2017 intentions, dreams, goals and more. This is a great talk for anyone trying to get inspired about some new ways to move forward in the new year. Let's Go!

2.5. Holiday Edition-4! In this EP, Eb & J Sit down to discuss treats and traditions, their day's adventures in shopping for goodies for this holiday show, their upcoming holiday plans, new years resolutions, intentions, reflections and more! Tune in now!

In this holiday Ep 3, Eb & J shoot the shit on the topic of winter blues, loneliness, seasonal affective disorder, and Eb dishes on cuffing, wtf is it?! J and other curious minds want to know....tune in now to listen and learn! ​Also, check out the infamous HuffPost article on Your Guide to Cuffing Season: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/10/06/cuffing-season-guide_n_5941574.html

S2.5- Holiday - On this In Da Moment Bonus track Eb & J discuss their feelings and temperament post-election. They candidly talk about disappoint in the election of Trump; White Nationalist America; Family and friends who support Trump; how to educate/deal with unhelpful Whites and people of color; where to take action; Melania and the kids; Black-Lash; Lack of (Blind) Trust and more. They also hit it up about Thanksgiving, things to be thankful for, food they'll be cooking, etc. As always, you don't want to miss this one! Tune in now!

Season 2.5 Ep 1 - Holiday Edition Eb & J sit down with Jessica Gaddy, founder of Nia Noire to discuss the topic of Mental Health...and young women, women of color, and the lack of clinical support that caters to the black community. Children and depression. What is Clinical Depression? Coping and Managing. Dealing with Suicidal thoughts. Three things all women should do to own your mental health. Recognizing patterns. Links between abuse and mental health. Alternative Therapy via self care. Importance of fellowship and support and more! Tune in now!

S2:E8 Eb & J sit down with Shelley "Wellness" Chapman to talk about what it means to love your body, have/create a positive image of your body, mindful eating, listening to your body and the food you eat, spirits and experiences, emotional connections to food, eating from the land, depression, eating your feeling, finding freedom from loving you, mirror talk and so much, much more!!! Join us! Show Links: http://www.bodyfoodfreedom.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ShelleyWellness/