VitaMelanin Podcast

THANOS in this b*tch! Join Ciara and Taylor as they navigate the intricacies of the early relationship stages and how to develop meaningful connections. They've also got their own personal milestones that they're gonna share. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned serial romantic, you'll enjoy these tidbits! Tune In! Our Socials: Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/vitamelaninpod⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vitamelaninpod/⁠ Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/vitamelaninpodcast⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VitaMelaninPodcast⁠ Black Fact: ⁠You aint gotta do nothing but stay Black and die! Renaissance grossed $21 million in its opening weekend, the first movie to pass the $20 million threshold in the post-Thanksgiving weekend since 2003. https://screenrant.com/renaissance-beyonce-movie-box-office-record-opening-weekend/ https://ifstudies.org/blog/family-breakdown-and-americas-welfare-system#:~:text=From%201890%20to%201950%2C%20black,to%20the%20white%20marriage%20rate. Black Business: ⁠https://moodyhause.com/  Intro & Outro Music: Rose by Dawn Marquis (That's Tay from VitaMelanin btw!) ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=e98b1901bee740ae⁠

Join Ciara and Taylor as they explore the art of first dates. In this episode we'll share some unique location ideas and engaging activities to set the stage for meaningful connections. We'll guide you through how to balance out making a good impression and just doing too damn much. Lol. We'll even talk about ways we knew we'd give our partners a second date and things to look out for. Whether you're a seasoned dater or new to the romance scene, you'll get a kick out of these ideas and some laughs from the stories we share. Tune In! Our Socials: Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/vitamelaninpod⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vitamelaninpod/⁠ Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/vitamelaninpodcast⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VitaMelaninPodcast⁠ Black Fact: ⁠From 1890 to 1950, black women had a higher marriage rate than white women. And in 1950, just 9% of black children lived without their father. By 1960, the black marriage rate had declined but remained close to the white marriage rate. https://ifstudies.org/blog/family-breakdown-and-americas-welfare-system#:~:text=From%201890%20to%201950%2C%20black,to%20the%20white%20marriage%20rate. Black Business: ⁠44th & 3rd Bookseller Intro & Outro Music: Rose by Dawn Marquis (That's Tay from VitaMelanin btw!) ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=e98b1901bee740ae⁠

Ciara and Taylor delve into the essential life skills and knowledge that many of us were never taught by our parents. Join us as they explore the challenges and triumphs of adulthood while reflecting on the wisdom our parents might have missed. It's raw. It's real. It's hilarious. Join us! IG: vitamelaninpod Facebook: VitaMelanin Podcast Twitch: VitaMelanin Podcast Music: https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=90dfc0fb03c445f4

Movies! Music! Murder Mysteries! Oh My! Kicking off the new season with one of the best seasons! Join Ciara and Taylor as they talk about everything Halloween with a little bit of extra ;) ! IG: vitamelaninpod Facebook: VitaMelanin Podcast Twitch: ViteMelanin Podcast Music used: https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=ea5da9795de143b2

Alas, Pride Month has ended, but we still had an interesting topic to share with you guys to end it off right! This week Taylor and Ciara discuss a crazy ass Black Mirror episode that'll have you wondering what the future will be like. These women discuss everything from virtual reality, cheating, to satisfaction of life. You'll be sure to leave the episode wanting to watch the show if you've not already watched it by now.    Let us know of more television shows we should talk about in our next season. That's right, this is our last episode of season 4. But don't worry, there's plenty of episodes to listen to while you wait for our 5th Season. Love you guys!   Black Fact of the Week: https://afrotech.com/preston-mutanga-animator-spider-man-across-the-spider-verse?item=2   Black Business of the week: https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/treachery-in-beatdown-city-switch/   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Happy Pride Month!! This week Taylor and Ciara continue on talking about tv and films with queer representation. They talk about some their faves, pros and cons of some of them, and some people we would love to work with along the way!   Let us know of more movies and tv shows we should ass to the watchlist!   Black Fact of the Week: 14 TV Shows That Broke Ground With Gay and Transgender Characters Black Business of the week: PopViewers   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Happy Pride Month!! This week join Taylor and Ciara gaining knowledge about important individuals in the queer community. From activists, to singers, to icons, the girls give facts, and fun commentary along the way, about some of the influential people in American history.    Stay tuned with the shenanigans during Pride month because there is definitely more to come.   Black Business of the week: Blaqhaus   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Join Ciara and Taylor as we discuss the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. The girls share their past and present experiences with becoming business owners. By the end, you'll have some tips to help you get out there and make this money (or at the very least reasons why it may not be for you lol).    Share your experiences with running your own business or with small business owners on our social media!    Black Fact: https://historicmissourians.shsmo.org/annie-turnbo-malone/ Black Business of the week: https://www.deepseededroots.com/   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*    

What's up guys! It's ya girl Tay giving you a little mini true crime episode on one of the most fascinating serial killers, Henry Louis Wallace, otherwise known as The Taco Bell Killer. In this short episode, I'll be sharing some interesting (or at least I think so) tidbits gathered about this little know Black serial killer. So, tune in and enjoy this little treat for you true crime junkies out there!   A link to the dope ass podcast mentioned in today's episode: https://blacktruecrime.com/ (Support these amazing Black women!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Join Ciara and Taylor on a fun live episode where they talk about their gaming ways, how they got into gaming, and what the future holds within their gaming lives.   Share what games you recommend and if you would like to see more of their BLERD side!     Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*    

VitaMelanin is ready to take on adulting with the biggest thing that makes it suck... MONEY. This week, join Ciara and Taylor as they discuss fiscal responsibility and how you can take matter into your own hands for some control money has over us. With the resources and tips, you should be able to start or continue your path to fiscal responsibility!   Black Fact of the Week Black Business of the Week   Resources: Earn Your Leisure Black Equity Podcast Brown Ambition Podcast Get Good With Money - Tiffany Aliche The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom - Paris Woods The Money Manual - Tonya Rapley Shay Budgets   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*  

We're back! Missed you guys last week, but VitaMelanin had some to take care of. This week, join Ciara and Taylor as they discuss what healthy Black love looks like. They discuss vulnerability, trust, respect, and how to point out when your relationship is looking unhealthy through a Relationship Health Checklist. By the time you finish the episode, you'll realize the Black love does exist and it most certainly can be healthy.    Myths About Black Marriage: https://www.thoughtco.com/the-top-myths-about-black-marriage-2834526  Black Podcast: (Fridays with Tab and Chance) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPXnTDxwlHiaeccCmvx6-MV23Rrht66ao   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*  

Come and join Ciara and Taylor talk about the history of tattoos and their tattoo journeys.   Black Fact: Jacci Gresham https://blog.eikondevice.com/post/tattoo-herstories-jacci-gresham-1st-black-female-tattoo-shop-owner-in-america https://www.denver7.com/news/national/after-decades-of-discrimination-americas-first-black-female-tattoo-artist-opens-up   Black Business: Artistic Tattoo Supply F.I.N.A.O. Ink   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*  

Join Ciara and Taylor this week as they give some history and discuss the act of racially passing. You wouldn't guess some of the celebrities and public figures who have passed or have Black ancestry!   Black Fact: Walter White https://www.history.com/news/walter-white-undercover-investigations A Man Called White: An Autobiography of Walter White by Walter White   Black Business: https://britbennett.com/the-vanishing-half   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*  

Taylor and Ciara are here to talk about growing the f*ck up. It's the 1st episode in a series of intermittent talks this season about managing their adult life. This week, VitaMelanin talks about the difficulties of managing their social lives when it comes to friendships and relationships. The girls dive a little bit into what it looks like to have a healthy relationship and some things they are learning, but they'll save more of that for another episode. Stay tuned in! Black Fact: Ms. Eartha Kitt - https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-new-yorker-documentary/when-eartha-kitt-disrupted-the-ladies-who-lunch#:~:text=%E2%80%9CYou%20send%20the%20best%20of,would%20later%20recall%20Kitt%20saying. Black Business: https://calendly.com/    Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Taylor and Ciara are here to tell you, guys, what it means to be a f*ckin lady! (Or at least what they were told anyways...) This week, VitaMelanin talks about women's respectability politics from the perspective of growing up in two different Black households. The girls get a little personal (and slightly heated) about the policing of Black women's emotions, the role the Black church plays, and more.  Black Fact: https://www.ajc.com/life/7-interesting-black-history-facts-you-likely-didnt-know/TPR7B4NA5RB6JETHNRYBSVY7X4/ - Number 2: Maya Angelou  Black Business: https://www.buyweedfromwomen.com   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Taylor and Ciara is back with some kinky shit! This week, VitaMelanin talks about a few of their limits, which is what they are sexually not willing to do, and their takes on it. Let them know what some of your limits are once you take the quizzes below! Kink Test Yes, No, Maybe List   Black Fact: https://overkink.com/   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

"We know....we know... but WE'RE BACK!!"   it's Season 4! Taylor and Ciara come back kicking the season off with a check in episode. Letting you know what they've been up to, why they were gone, etc. Stay Tuned for upcoming announcements VitaMelanin is very excited about.   Black Fact: https://medium.com/the-sunflower-girl-collective/april-is-international-black-womens-history-month-and-it-s-about-time-8cb5573d3036   Black Business: https://www.oursisterbookshops.com/  

VitaMelanin is entering the American Black Film Festival's 2023 Podcast Competition!    Ciara and Taylor discuss kinks they didn't even know existed! Listen to the full episode where they dive more into things they didn't know were kinks and some more they've never heard of!     Email: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com IG: @vitamelaninpod Facebook: @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Ciara on IG @cee_thespian and Taylor @isanity

Happy Days though it doesn't seem like it   Though it seems like us people with uteri are having everything stripped away, we must stay strong and fight. This episode, Taylor and Ciara inform what this means and some tips to get through these times.   States' statuses since Roe v. Wade overturned: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/06/24/abortion-state-laws-criminalization-roe/#datawrapper-chart-edaEf   Biggest Supporter's Business: Captured by Chai Photography   Black Business: Creamalicious Ice Cream   Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Happy Father's Day!!   In honor of all the 'deddies', Taylor and Ciara give some tips from our perspective to all the fathers out there and let you guys know of the personal relationships with their fathers.   You also know we can't forget: Happy JUNETEENTH!!   Black Business: Ellis Antwi   Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Calling all Blerds and Bookworms! This week Taylor and Ciara read a short story written by a creative Black woman. Join in on this beautifully written experience that makes you want more. Let us know of some book recommendations and if you want us to mini launch a type of book club. Short Story: Divine Bloodline by Shannon McGill Black Business: Happy Ice   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Calling all Blerds and Bookworms! Join Ciara and Taylor this week as they give book recommendations for some of their favorite books that are Black written! There's a mixture of genres and tastes for everyone. Let us know of some book recommendations and if you want us to mini launch a type of book club.   https://mymusebook.myshopify.com/   Black Business: Blerdcon   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Let's take it back and play a childhood game with a little adult spice to it, shall we?! This week on VitaMelanin, Taylor and Ciara play a game called Fuck, Marry, Kill. Play along too and let us know you would FMK....   Black Business: Paint N Sit ATL   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

What If we could have our ideal world? This week, Ciara and Taylor talk about their ideal life and what that entails! Listen and let VitaMelanin know what your ideal world is like.   Black Business: 3 Parks Wine Shop   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Taylor and Ciara delve into something a little deeper this week discussing our mental health journeys since May is Mental Health Awareness Month.   Always remember, you are not alone.   Black Business: For Black Girls Who Have Alot To Say   Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!) Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Join Taylor and Ciara as we give you insight on our friendship and the craziness that ensues.   Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!) Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Let's be our greatest bougiest Black selves and embody luxury on this episode of VitaMelanin.   Businesses Mentioned: Beauty Strike (Skincare) Herb N Eden (Soap) Skin Buttr The Pink Nail Society Pink Martini Nail Bar Wax Me Pretty Telfar     Black Business: B Luxury Essentials     Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

LISTENER'S DISCRETION IS ADVISED   Taylor delves into the infamous serial killer Lonnie David Franklin Jr A.K.A. Grim Sleeper. Listen this week to learn how he got that name and more.   Black Business: The Sable Collective   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Taylor and Ciara dive into the BS that is a certain type of rhetoric in this week's episode. Should definitely be a treat! Tune In and join in on the convo.   Black Business: Sucre Couture   Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!) Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

On this beautiful weekend, join Taylor and Ciara while they pick performers for Black Tribute performances. Let us know who you would want to do these tributes. Also, if you have other people you think deserves a tribute, tell us!   Black Business: Soulcare Collective   Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!) Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

We are back with the completion of discussion questions from "Pussy Prayers: Sacred and Sensual Rituals for Wild Women of Color" by Black Girl Bliss to kick off our season 3! Enjoy our discussions, tangents, and more. Let us know your responses!     Black Business: Pots of Honey   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Welcome to Season 3 of VitaMelanin!!   It is Women's History Month which calls for some talk about power within! Taylor introduces a book called "Pussy Prayers: Sacred and Sensual Rituals for Wild Women of Color" where we will be answering some questions about femininity in our lives. We want to know your answers too!!    Black Business: The August Light Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Sit back and enjoy this week's episode of VitaMelanin where Ciara and Taylor talk about their favorite holiday movies and their individual family traditions! Let us know some of your traditions and favorite movies and tv shows.   Please stay safe this holiday season!   Black Business: https://mahmelanin.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Happy Holidays to all! To get in the holiday spirit, VitaMelain is sharing some of their favorite songs from their Christmas playlists! Join in, sing along, and let us know what some of your favorites are.    Black Business: https://www.blackpaperparty.com/com  **Order by today(12/15)  to get it here before Christmas   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

It's Pumpkin Spice Seasonn!! To kick it off, this week on VitaMelain we are sharing our picks for palm colored musical tributes! Harder than you think. Hopefully we have brought some nostalgia as well as introduced you to some new artists! If you have any other ones we've missed, let us know. We are excited to hear what you come with.   Black Business: https://www.justlikemomsbbq.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

LISTENER'S DISCRETION IS ADVISED   This week on VitaMelanin, we are BACK with another True Crime episode. Taylor introduces us to none other than Marcus Wesson. If you love listening and learning about true crime, sit back and enjoy.     Black Business: https://ellisantwi.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Alert! Alert! Taylor and Ciara are listing out red flags whether serious or simply from their opinion! Let us know some things you consider are red flags. And don't get caught up in the biggest red flag of all... Not listening to VitaMelanin Podcast!   Black Business: https://brandonblackwood.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Happy Halloween!! Get ready in the weekend and in the Spooky spirit with Ciara and Taylor as they share a playlist of Halloween songs and its likeness. Let us know if you want a Spotify or Apple Music playlist! ;)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast   List of Songs: Witchcraft - Frank Sinatra I Put A Spell On You - Nina Simone (BONUS) Somebody's Watching Me - Rockwell Freaks Come Out - Whodini Mad House - Rihanna Dracula's Wedding - Outkast feat. Kelis  Superstitution - Stevie Wonder  Supernatural - Raven Symone  (BONUS) Masquerade - Phantom of the Opera Soundtrack **(Whole soundtrack) Disturbia - Rihanna Time Warp - Rocky Horror Picture Show Cast Thriller - Michael Jackson

Join Taylor and Ciara this week for a quick and fun game of Halloween Mad Libs where they show off their goofy minds! Let us know your Mad Lib party!   Black Business of the Week: Foxie Cosmetics   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Spooky Season is among us! Join Taylor and Ciara as they kick off this great season listing their Top 10 favorite Halloween/horror movies! Let us know what your favorites are.   Black Business of the Week: Kembeckled Wigs   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Since "We Outsiiidee!", let's talk about health.... sexual health that is. Join Taylor and Ciara while we talk about thing to implement and not shy away from to keep you and your partner(s) safe. There are a few tips here and there too!   Black Business of the Week: B Condoms   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Products mentioned: Hello Tushy  (Tell them VitaMelanin Podcast sent you ;) )   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

It's Movie Night! So grab some popcorn and a drink while kicking back listening to Ciara and Taylor discuss some good, questionable, and childhood biopics. Do you agree with us? Have any more that we missed? Want to hear more? Let us know!   Black Business of the Week: https://www.acther.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Get packed up and ready to go this week as Taylor and Ciara give you travel tips for smoother, cheaper, and safer vacays!   Black Business of the Week: https://www.messinabottle.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Travel bloggers/podcasts we mentioned: https://www.heyciara.com/ https://travelnoire.com/ https://www.melaninandmiles.com/ https://www.thetravelguydes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/1008908962879267/     Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Join Ciara and Taylor this week where they give life updates and answer some chill questions you asked.  Let us know what you would like to hear in future episodes!   Black Business of the Week: https://crownedmaniservices.com/  https://www.facebook.com/SkinseiTay/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Taylor and Ciara are back confessing their inner thoughts, cravings, and desires. Listener's discretion advised....but maybe you can relate ;)    Black Business of the Week: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Come and get close with Taylor and Ciara as they confess some things about themselves that you probably can relate to... Part 1 is only the beginning... Check back next week for Part 2 ;)    Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Indulge in another week of VitaMelanin where Taylor and Ciara talk about temptation in their lives and give a little insight on how to deal with it and the psychology associated with it.   Black Business of the Week: https://www.patmcgrath.com/   Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!) Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

Join Ciara and Taylor as they introduce you into a new world of true crime and discuss the most prolific serial killer in the US, Samuel Little. **TW: Listener discretion is advised. Black Businesses of the Week: https://pigeonly.com/ & https://www.r3score.com/ https://www.verizon.com/about/news/pigeonly-ceo-shares-experience https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/samuel-little-most-prolific-serial-killer-in-us-history-100619 https://www.thecut.com/2018/12/how-serial-killer-samuel-little-was-caught.html Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!) Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast  

This week we debut a new segment called, "But Idk Tho, I'm Just Sayin!" Join us as we give our unfettered advice to you, our listeners! If you're interested in having your story/question answered by us on our podcast, connect with us! We'd LOVE to hear from you and talk to you! Find a Therapist to Fit Your Needs: https://www.betterhelp.com/ Black Business of the Week: mysisterskeeperdefense.com  Mental Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!) Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Join Ciara and Taylor for their Season 2 premiere of VitaMelanin Podcast. This week they discuss kinks they didn't know were considered kinks and kinks they didn't even know existed! We've got some tips and tricks for you beginner kinksters that are sure to get you ready to begin your kinky journeys or to enhance your already kinky lifestyle. Don't worry, there's more where this episode came from.  Curious about BDSM and your kinks/fetishes? Take this detailed quiz: https://sexualalpha.com/bdsm-kink-test/ The Complete List of 239 Kinks and Fetishes :https://badgirlsbible.com/list-of-kinks-and-fetishes Black Business of the week: https://feelmore510.com/ Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com IG: @vitamelaninpod Facebook: @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Ciara on IG @cee_thespian and Taylor @isanity