9 episodes
The Black Woman Aesthetic Nikki Brooks Visual Artist, Educator, Activist
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- Society & Culture
Features discussions about the complex intersections of race, gender identity, class, sexual orientation and faith. Guest’s stories affirm black women’s experiences and lets them know they are not alone.
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A Conversation With Shelia Bryant
Shelia Bryant is running for Congress to make progressive values a priority in Maryland’s 4th District. Working together with the community, she wants to take back our country from those who oppose equality and justice. Her campaign is for the people.
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Monuments & Memorials
Nikki and Amena talk about how Nikki is trying to change the narrative around Civil War monuments and memorials through her art.
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Fe’minite’ Noir Part 2
Tashia Harris discusses the ways black femininity has been appropriated, co-opted and suppressed.
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Fe’minite’ Noir Part 1
Tashia Harris discusses the ways black femininity has been appropriated, co-opted and suppressed.
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Sankofa
Chereese Phillips discusses how genealogy and looking into our history and roots can impact black families. She shares tips for black people in search of their ancestry. Amena, Nikki & Chreese share stories from their families and their own journey with finding their roots.
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Christianity Stole My Faith
Mambo Elizabeth Ruth explains aspects of some African Traditional religions. She discusses the ways slavery and faiths like Voodoo have shaped practices such as Hoodoo and Christianity. The hosts and guest share their experiences, both good and bad, with faith and the black church.