Podcasts about rukiya

Has anyone figured out what self care looks like without needing £1M yet? We sure haven't! Join Fola & Rukiya for yet another chat about how unintentionally neglectful we Black women can be of ourselves, and how we've rediscovered what self care means to us! Follow Us: Instagram: @⁠⁠⁠waitamitoxic⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: @⁠⁠⁠waitamitoxic⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠@waitamitoxic⁠⁠⁠ Fola's IG: @⁠⁠⁠folashade⁠⁠⁠ Fola's Twitter: @⁠⁠⁠fola_shade⁠⁠⁠ Rukiya's IG: @⁠⁠⁠rukiya_newts⁠⁠⁠ Artwork by @⁠⁠⁠WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Look at us — consistent QUEENS! We're back with another episode. Join Fola and Rukiya as we dive into everyday racism in the UK and, honestly, just have a good ol' catch-up. Expect real talk, laughs, and the kind of honest conversation you've come to love. Follow Us: Instagram: @⁠⁠waitamitoxic⁠⁠ Twitter: @⁠⁠waitamitoxic⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@waitamitoxic⁠⁠ Fola's IG: @⁠⁠folashade⁠⁠ Fola's Twitter: @⁠⁠fola_shade⁠⁠ Rukiya's IG: @⁠⁠rukiya_newts⁠⁠ Artwork by @⁠⁠WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're baaaackkk! Please excuse our oopsie in ghosting ya'll like that, we've very much missed you! Join us this week to hear the very unexciting reason for our break LOL and for a lil chat chat about money, men, and everything in between as per

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This week's submitter finds herself in a tricky situation with her best friend. Her best friend says that she's forgiven her for a falling out they had a few years ago, but our toxic submitter is still feeling resentment from her friend lurking! Join Fola & Rukiya to talk about forgiveness, and how not dealing with disappointment in relationships properly can often turn the tables and make you the bad guy! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Fola and Rukiya help a listener decide whether to take a well-deserved holiday after a tough year or save instead. They dive into the emotional side of spending and why those from less privileged backgrounds shouldn't limit what they can achieve financially in the future. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The line between recreational weed smoker and functioning drug addict is super fine, and this week's submitter fears her boyfriend has crossed it. Join Fola & Rukiya to chat about the complex narrative around weed for Black Brits, and the sometimes overlooked side effects of cannabis use in the UK and our community. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's submitter has been with her online boyfriend for a year now... but the gag is, they've never met! Join Fola & Rukiya to chat about whether or not they think her friends' concerns are valid, and their views on finding love online! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fola's gained another year of wisdom, Rukiya has started a new business called Bloom Creations and we've hit episode 134. With lots to celebrate, in this week's episode the girls have decided to give themselves a break and have a free flowing convo without any "toxicity" this week- enjoy! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's pretty much the norm to hear women complain about how awful it seems men are in today's society, but this week's submitter is concerned their disdain for men may have become more dangerous than the flippant "men are trash" rhetoric on social media. Join Fola and Rukiya to unpack this week's submitter's concerns about potentially being a femcel... Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's toxic submitter is a successful Black woman in the corporate world, who is beginning to question if she can truly have it all—a thriving career and a fulfilling family life with a partner who isn't intimidated by her success. Join Fola and Rukiya as they dive into the challenges Black women face when striving to "have it all." Protect Black Women UK Website- https://protectblackwomen.com IG-https://www.instagram.com/protectblackwomenuk Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever heard the phrase, 'I'm not racist, I have a Black friend'? Well the same logic may just apply to colourism too! Join Fola and Rukiya as they explore the complexities of colourism, discussing how some men who befriend dark-skinned women may still hold colourist views. And together, they unpack why proximity to dark-skinned women doesn't necessarily mean a man is free from the biases and preferences that fuel colourism. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Girls Gone Hallmark's first Hallmark+ review! Megan and Wendy are sharing their thoughts on the new series The Chicken Sisters, based on the best-selling novel by KJ Dell'Antonia. Is this show merely about rival chicken restaurants, or does it offer more? They also discuss standout characters, veteran actors, and Megan's insights into how the series diverges from the book. Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let's talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast's main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About The Chicken Sisters, Episode 1 - (Hallmark+, 2024) Annie Mebane wrote this episode 1 of The Chicken Sisters. Annie is also an EP on the show. Annie's previous writing credits include Bad Monkey and Shrinking, both on Apple TV+ as well as The Goldbergs, Community and Happy Endings.  Jimmy Gatewood directed this episode. Jimmy has directed 27 projects including Girls5eva, Survival of the Thickest, Ghosts, The Big Leap and The Babysitters Club. The Chicken Sisters was adapted from NY Times Bestseller and Reese's Book Club Selection The Chicken Sisters by KJ Dell'Antonia Margo Martindale voices the narrator. Margo has 131 acting credits with six Emmy nominations and three Emmy wins! Listeners might recognize her from her role on The Americans and Justified as well as the recent Peacock series Mrs. Davis where she plays Mother Superior Lea Thompson plays Nancy. Lea has 112 acting credits including, of course, Back to the Future and her role on Caroline in the City.  This is her second Hallmark project, having appeared in Next Stop, Christmas. She was also on a CW series in 2023, The Spencer Sisters, where she and her daughter play private detectives Wendie Malick plays Augusta, or “Gus.” For readers of the book, this is the character previously known as Barbara. Wendie has deep resume of 197 acting credits that include 149 episdoes of Just Shoot Me, 125 episodes of Hot in Cleveland, the Netflix series The Ranch, and Young Sheldon.  As far as we can tell this is her first appearance on Hallmark Schuyler Fisk plays Amanda. Schuyler has 28 acting credits including a role in the 2002 movie Orange County, co-starring Colin Hanks. She also appeared on the CW series Hart of Dixie. Genevieve Angelson plays Mae. Genevieve has 27 acting credits which include recurring roles on The Afterparty, New Amsterdam, and The Handmaid's Tale.  Cassandra Sawtelle plays Frankie. Cassandra has 32 acting credits. She has previously appeared in one Hallmark project - Tipline Mysteries: Dial 1 for Murder. Kelsey Mawema plays Lindsey, Sabrina's daughter. Kelsey has 26 acting credits and also appeared in one previous Hallmark project - Sealed with a List. Her other credits include Life with the Walter Boys, Totally Killer, the Babysitters Club, and all three movies of the To All The Boys I've Loved Before series.  Rukiya Bernard plays Sabrina. Rukiya has 83 acting credits, which include her role as Hannah in all four Christmas in Evergreen movies. She also appeared in 11 episodes of Yellowjackets. Watch the Trailer for The Chicken Sisters Our Thoughts on The Chicken Sisters Here's a detailed rundown of everything we discussed in the latest podcast episode of Girls Gone Hallmark. If you're not already a listener, we invite you to join us and dive into the world of Hallmark with us! What We Liked Excellent Character Development: Wendy Malick as Gus: We were blown away by Wendie Malick's portrayal of Gus. Her character is intimidating, with a nasty streak, making her both fascinating and a little scary. This multi-layered character has us intrigued to learn more about her backstory and w...

Interracial couples are becoming more common, but are we truly embracing them in all their complexity? Join Fola and Rukiya as they dive into this week's dilemma from a listener—a proud Nigerian woman—who is navigating concerns about having mixed-race children with her white partner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode a listener bravely shares her deepest secret—she knows her fiancé is cheating on her. Join Fola and Rukiya as they unpack the difficult realities of infidelity and explore the importance of self-respect and healing. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a week of racist riots, someone scratching Fola's car and Rukiya sleeping 3 hours last night, do we even need a toxic submission?? We decided some random chit chat might be what we all need to keep us going this week, enjoy! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's submitter shares her apprehension about influencers suddenly turning to Christ and wonders whether it's just another fad. Join Fola and Rukiya as they discuss the importance of understanding that no journey with faith is the same, and that God is not to be gatekept. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's submitter is having a hard time believing their partner loves them, no matter how many times they say it. Join Fola and Rukiya to chat about how much the amount of love we feel lies within ourselves vs with our partners! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most of us have an ex right, but how often do you think about them and is it even a concern if you do? Join Fola and Rukiya discuss how normal it is to think of an ex and why this week's submitter isn't necessarily still in love with her ex even if he does weigh on her mind. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Fola and Rukiya this week as they delve into the candid truth about how loneliness impacts Black women in the UK, and the importance of creating spaces where vulnerabilities can be openly shared. Tune in for an honest and empowering conversation about the taboo we call loneliness! Follow Us: Home At Last Instagram: @newhomeatlast Home At Last Website: https://www.newhomeatlast.com/ Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's no denying relationships require maintenance, but how much effort should a partner put in to ensure they're still physically attractive for their partner? Join Fola and Rukiya discuss this week's dilemma whilst they give super wise advice (we hope). Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're in a relationship or a single pringle, you'll know that getting into and maintaining romantic relationships can be difficult. This week's toxic submitter plans on settling with their current partner, in the hopes that something better eventually will come their way. Join Fola and Rukiya discuss the importance of "Loving yourz" a word to J.Cole, again x Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Supporting a loved one with depression can be difficult, but what happens when their poor mental health starts to impact your joy? This week's toxic submitter is struggling to support her friend who is struggling with her mental health. Join Fola and Rukiya as they discuss the difficulties poor mental has on the individual and their loved ones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's toxic submitter is worried her boyfriend may not be able to meet her lifestyle needs as he prepares to become an entrepreneur. Join Fola and Rukiya discuss the difficulties that may arise in a relationship when a partner decides to change their circumstances. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all know how important attraction is when dating, but are we blocking our blessings by being too shallow, or even potentially problematic? This week's toxic submitter has met a lovely guy, but is struggling to get past his high pitched voice. Join Fola and Rukiya discussion how important attraction is when dating and how as women we may be feeding into toxic masculinity. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

International Women's Day has just passed and while it'll always be an amazing prospect at to celebrate women at its core, Rukiya has realised she's always felt disconnected from the holiday. Join us to chat about why we think days like IWD can feel a little exclusive, and things we can do to better include ourselves! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surprise, surprise women cheat too! In this week's episode Fola and Rukiya discuss the importance of honesty when being unfaithful in a relationship and whether the ex Love Islander, Marcel Somerville should forgive his wife Rebecca Vieira for cheating. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Fola and Rukiya this week as they discuss all things about SEX! From practical tips (from non experts), to insecurities that may arise during sexual intercourse with your partners or f buddy. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Fola and Rukiya discuss why busy Brits are becoming more and more lonely despite living in one of the most fast paced countries in the world! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode Fola and Rukiya discuss the role Black women are expected to play in protecting, nurturing and uplifting others all whilst sacrificing their own safety, prospects and well-being. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The tendency to compare ourselves to others is natural, but in a time where everyone's posting the glossiest versions of themselves online, it's easy to forget the reality of life... s**t happens to everyone! Join Fola and Rukiya this week open up about some personal things they've been experience whilst living a fruitful and prosperous life! Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Maternal anxiety is expected when raising children, but should there be a cap on a parents anxiety once a child becomes a full grown adult? This week's toxic submitter is sick of her mother using anxiety as an excuse to stop her from going out and enjoying life, post dropping 4 stone and finding her sauce! Join Fola and Rukiya discuss their experiences with their mums' anxiety and what you can do to improve your relationship with an anxious parent. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Black women have been hypersexualised for as long as we can remember. From treating young Black girls as adults, to objectifying Black women's bodies, Black women continue to struggle to find the balance of wanting to be sexually desirable and respected. This week's toxic submitter has had a one night stand with someone from her work Christmas do and feels judged by her Black friends in comparison to her White friends who congratulated her on "getting it in". Join Fola and Rukiya discuss the Black communities approach to Black women having sex and why we should be taking on a different approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a few things in life that are guaranteed, one of them being people disappointing you. Whether intentional or not, it's inevitable you'll be put in a position of having to forgive someone someday, but navigating forgiveness can be one hell of a journey! This week's toxic submitters seeks the advice of Fola and Rukiya to help forgive and old friend and her dad who she feels resentment towards. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: Discussions of abuse This week American singer-songwriter and model, Cassie filed a lawsuit against her former partner, Sean 'Diddy' Combs accusing him of domestic abuse and sex trafficking sending the internet into a frenzy, split by opinions on whether the allegations were true or not. This week's toxic submitter questions why Cassie has chosen to disclose her abusive relationship years later after separating from her alleged abuser. Join Fola and Rukiya discuss why questioning victims of abuse in 2023 is disappointing and what approach we should be adopting when victims of DV decide to speak up. If you are a victim of abuse of think you may be in an abusive relationship we encourage you to seek information and professional support- https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Israel and Palestine: a complete guide to the crisis- Israel and Palestine: a complete guide to the crisis | Israel-Hamas war | The Guardian Details of next national march for Palestine 11th November- National March For Palestine – Ceasefire Now! | Stop the War (stopwar.org.uk) Nearly over half of all Brits are working class in the UK, so why does the alive and thriving group of people feel like a thing of the past that no one longer wants to be a part of? This week's toxic submitter is frustrated with her sister who has now turned her back on her working class roots to pursue a life of middle class fortunes... or so she thinks! Join Fola and Rukiya discuss why they believe more and more people are willing to cosplay being middle class and why it's rather equally ridiculous, but sad to want to deny your working class roots. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With every year we get older, so do our parents. From the cozzie livs bussing our arses to families living further from each other more than ever, considering what will happen with your parents when they're too old to look after themselves has probably crossed your mind. This week's toxic submitter wants to know whether she's toxic for not wanting to bear the burden of looking after her elderly parents when they're older. Join Fola and Rukiya discuss whether it's toxic as Black people to not want to look after their parents in their elder age. Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's 2023 and everyone wants to be "progressive", but why are we only entitled to an opinion if we say the "right thing" according to the thinking of the social justice warriors? Join Fola and Rukiya discuss how unprogressive we're becoming as a generation by muting the voices of those who aren't on the spectrum of the super liberal! Join the convo using #WaitAmIToxic and in our WhatsApp community chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E73dRWrjwwnE6bFm2ndOnv Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you do if the men in your life cried just as often as us women do? In this week's episode, Fola and Rukiya discuss how much responsibility women have in men struggling to express their emotions and how we can do better as women to support men.  We'd LOVE if you could vote for us in this year's British Podcast Listeners' Choice Awards- Voting - British Podcast Awards Every vote counts and may just boost our self-esteem if WE WON! Join the convo using #WaitAmIToxic and in our WhatsApp community chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E73dRWrjwwnE6bFm2ndOnv Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to our SUMMER R&R (Rewind & Reset) Series where we will count down our top 10 most listened to episodes in Season One. We are kicking off the countdown with our 10th most listened to episode #25 "Letting Go of Self-Imposed Struggles." In today's episode, listeners will learn more about our special guest Rukiya Michele who is a communications coach, podcaster and writer. Our discussion explores Rukiya's journey as it relates to communication, both personally and professionally including the challenges and rewards of navigating life while pursuing life-long goals that often involve a level of struggle that can be self-imposed.  She shares other gems for listeners to consider as they navigate their second half of life, including self-care tips and how to value life differently after 40. To learn more about Rukiya, connect and follow on IG @rukiyamichele and visit https://linktr.ee/rukiyamichele CLICK HERE to watch the video of the episode. Listen to bonus episodes, receive self-care newsletters and access to upcoming curated virtual and in-person events by joining our Patreon membership at any tier level at patreon.com/findingyourvoice For other services and upcoming events including our upcoming 2024 Mexico VIP Cultural Immersion Retreat & Travel for Wellness Free MasterClass, visit https://linktr.ee/kenyamjmusic To purchase your special new gratitude t-shirt and affirmation products from A Beautiful Fix CLICK HERE. Tune into Kenya & Keisean's https://youtube.com/kenyamjmusic every Thursday at 8p CT/9p ET, be sure to click: SUBSCRIBE to KENYA's YOUTUBE CHANNEL & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS LADIES: Join our  VIP Thrive Tribe or S.H.E Collective Patreon Membership for FREE for a 30-Day trial!  Experience what podcast host KENYA lives by in order to create a lifestyle of harmony and alignment.  Membership includes a weekly “woo-sah” of self-care resources and activities, virtual monthly healthy habits meet-up including self-care journaling, guided meditation with breathwork, discussion and an info session about creating and sustaining healthy habits including de-stressing. Visit patreon.com/findingyourvoice Are you curious to know how astrology can help you with your self-care? CLICK HERE to book an Astro Self-Care coaching session!  This extremely unique and special coaching session will guide you through your birth chart and provide information about how to use your personal gifts and energy to overcome challenges in order enhance your personal self-care. To learn more about Finding Your Voice coaching services, retreats, memberships and to connect with Kenya for a free discovery call in order to THRIVE and begin your personal transformation, visit www.findingyourvoiceafter40.com. Follow Kenya on social media using @kenyamjmusic for Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube *Podcast music written, performed and co-produced by KENYA; Song Title: "Starting Over (Reprise)"  Full length version of "Starting Over" is available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Play. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/findingyourvoiceafter40/message

We're sure most of you have heard of "All About Love" by Belle Hooks, but have you heard of the "All About Love" by the W.A.I.T girlies?! This week Fola and Rukiya discuss all things about love from the right person, wrong timing to toxicity now being a love language... Join us as we get into love and all of the aboveeee! We'd LOVE if you could vote for us in this year's British Podcast Listeners' Choice Award's- Voting - British Podcast Awards Every vote counts and may just boost our self-esteem if WE WON! Join the convo using #WaitAmIToxic and in our WhatsApp community chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E73dRWrjwwnE6bFm2ndOnv Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fola and Rukiya decided to save all the toxicity for the live show this week! Join them discuss why all men aren't bad and Rukiya reveals a very brave secret about her feelings towards Beyoncé at the moment. We're also incredibly proud that our first live show is officially SOLD OUT! Thank you all so much for the support and see you at White City House on the 28th May!! Join the convo using #WaitAmIToxic and in our WhatsApp community chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/E73dRWrjwwnE6bFm2ndOnv Follow Us: Instagram: @waitamitoxic Twitter: @waitamitoxic TikTok: @waitamitoxic Fola's IG: @folashade Fola's Twitter: @fola_shade Rukiya's IG: @rukiya_newts Artwork by @WhyZedStudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 11: Family Series RATED PG-13 for Language How did the writing for Rukiya's story all come together? Was it really Spock's lifelong dream to be in Starfleet? How has Uhura's character grown since the 60s? What does La'An's family history reveal about her character? Did M'Benga pass out reports on what the crew did during “The Elysian Kingdom?” Listen as Ashlyn and Rhianna discuss the families of the Strange New World's Enterprise crew. SPOILER ALERT: Season 1 of Strange New Worlds and TNG's “Half a Life,” & “Pen Pals” TRIGGER WARNINGS: Family member deaths, & child illness. This is the eleventh episode of our Family Series, where Ashlyn and Rhianna talk about family dynamics starting with the Original Series and ending with Prodigy. DISCLAIMER: We do not own any of the rights to Star Trek or its affiliations. This content is for review only. Our intro and outro is written by Jerry Goldsmith. Rule of Acquisition #8: “Small print leads to large risk” Please check out our Patreon and donate any amount per month to access exclusive episodes of trivia, Galaxy Quest, and reviews of every episode of The Animated Series, the first season of Lower Decks and our current review of season 2 of Lower Decks. https://www.patreon.com/thedurassisterspodcast

The crew are transformed into the characters of the Elysian Kingdom, a book M'Benga has been reading to his daughter Rukiya who has also suddenly disappeared. M'Benga, and Hemmer, the only two crew members unaffected, must discover if there is a fairy behind this fairy tale, or is this just the effect of a failed experiment to save Rukiya's life. Yvette and Matthew are joined this week by Yvette's co-host on SyFy Sistas, Tamia Harper where Yvette and Tamia reflect on portrayals of black fatherhood on television and the importance of black love as represented in Strange New Worlds inspired by Deep Space Nine.

Welcome back to Seasoned Sessions! This week in Hanifah's absence we have guest hosts Fola & Rukiya from Wait, Am I...Toxic? In this week's episode, we talk about THAT verzuz performance, Roe v Wade and whether we'll be able to get away with a crime successfully. Get in touch with us at @seasonedsessionspod, @adaenechi, and @its_hanifahh. Have a great week!

Things get a bit weird aboard the USS Enterprise, as Doctor M'Benga finds himself in an elaborate version of a kid's story with the ship's crew as the characters and Enterprise as the backdrop. Join in as we unpack it all in our latest review of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, The Elysian Kingdom.

“The Elysian Kingdom” While conducting a routine survey of the Jonisian Nebula, the Enterprise becomes stuck in a cloud of gas known as Debra. Soon the crew finds themselves as characters from The Kingdom of Elysian, the book which Doctor M'Benga regular reads to his daughter. To return everyone to normal, he and Hemmer, the only other person unaffected, must defeat Queen Neve. And in the end, M'Benga must also let his daughter go, so that she can live her life free of illness and explore space … with Debra. In this episode of Saddle Up! hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing discuss “The Elysian Kingdom,” the eighth episode of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' inaugural season. We debate the choice to go to this Trek trope so early in the run of a series limited to 10 episodes per season, and delve into the resolution of the plotline involving Doctor M'enga's daughter Rukiya. And, as certified Niners, we discuss the choice to make Benny Russell a real person in the Star Trek universe. Hosts C Bryan Jones and Matthew Rushing Production C Bryan Jones (Editor and Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)

When Strange New Worlds serves up classic Star Trek corn, Dr. M'Benga is faced with a very serious decision about his daughter's future. But even though Debra has the crew trapped in a fairytale, it's Rukiya who gets to decide how this story will end. Is it weird to have a favorite Jeffries tube? Does production need to get value out of their gaunt and wan dummy? What's the most tragic corn preparation? It's the episode with a 12-hour theme song!Support the production of The Greatest Discovery.Music by Adam RaguseaFollow The Greatest Discovery on Twitter, and discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestDiscovery!The Greatest Generation is now regularly streaming on Twitch.Facebook group | Subreddit | Discord | WikiSign up for our mailing list!

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On this special edition of Strange New Pod, the crew welcomes Strange New Worlds Costume Designer Bernadette Croft to the show! Plus, Erik, Erin, Girafe, Hawk, and Julian review the fantastical 8th episode of the series, 'The Elysian Kingdom."Timestamps: 2:05-30:07: Bernadette Croft Interview - Bernadette shares what it was like attending her first convention at Missions Chicago, her inspiration for the fantasy costumes of "The Elysian Kingdom," and much more. Don't worry, we talk about the return of the green command tunic too!30:29-1:50:10: "The Elysian Kingdom" Review  - What happens when Dr. M'Benga walks onto the bridge of the Enterprise only to find out that it has been transformed into the fantastical kingdom of Elysia from the book he reads to his daughter? Why has Captain Pike become a bumbling buffoon? What is the Mercury Stone and who is controlling this fantasy reality? And finally, how do the crew feel about the doctor's heartbreaking decision with Rukiya at the end of the episode? The crew breaks it all down!1:50:10: Subspace T'Poll & Mailbag      Plus, the crew member of the week and so much more on this PACKED 89th episode of Strange New PodSupport the show