A Mouthful Podcast Charity and Voxx

From Tufting and Affirmations to Colonization, Faith, and Modern Relationships. This weeks episode is an actual mouthful. Ever tried making your own carpet? We have and It's oddly satisfying! We start with some fun chat about tufting, and the joy of receiving words of affirmation. Then we get into the heavy stuff; talking about the intersections of colonization and Christianity, exploring how history has shaped our faith. We touch on Africa's rich spiritual heritage and the tough questions we have to ask ourselves around faith and suffering in the Black community. We wrap it all up with a look at how social media's portrayal of wealth affects our own views on success and happiness. Whether you're into crafts, DMCs, or relationship advice, Tune in and join the convo! #ItsAMouthful

The stakes of academic pressure are wild! and were getting real about its toll on our self-worth. In this week's episode, we chat about how high school experiences stack up around the world, comparing North America's wild grad parties to the strict routines of African high schools, and how socio-economic status affects higher education admissions. Thanks to a viral TikTok, we get into the details of different parenting styles, free education, and how much parents get involved in school.

Then, we switch gears a little to talk about the internet's most loved and hated influencers like Lizzo, Fanita, Alix Earle, and Monet; body image trends, and the challenges Black women face in the influencer world. We wrap it all up with a word about Job and staying strong through life’s ups and downs. Tune in and join the convo! #ItsAMouthful

After many a struggle trying to record this episode, were finally back! The conversation gets real as we chat about this year's met gala disaster and the pitfalls of performative activism, the nuances of friend group dynamics and letting each other lead, and off course, the 'Black Wife Effect' and the hypocrisy surrounding the attitudes of men. It's funny, it's chaotic, #ItsAMouthful

Ever wonder what would happen if your significant other dropped a bombshell of a controversial comment over dinner? We're slicing through the tension, and sharing our thoughts on whether these moments can shatter your love life or spice it up with understanding. In the realm of friendships and the social media age, it's easy to be swept away by waves of comparison and envy. Later, we chat about the persistent, systemic problem of colorism that is woven into the fabric of our lives as Black women from that racist Louisiana College student to The Real Housewives. Plus, we answer a dilema submission from you, one of our annonies. #ItsAMouthful

On this rollercoaster of an episode, Avox and I, Charity dive headfirst into what we've dubbed the 'crush recession' – where finding a decent crush feels as rare as a unicorn sighting. Blaming the daily grind for our romance drought, we ponder on whether our obsession with work is snuffing out our love lives. Shifting gears, we share from personal experiences, confronting the biases that can gatekeep necessary health services and challenge the oversimplified narratives that exclude and label. From gym encounters to the trending use of weight loss drugs, we're discussing the complex relationship between body image and the path to wellness. It's not all doom and gloom though! We've got a hilarious tale to share about an Uber ride that turned another dull commute into an oasis of laughter. Because sometimes, all it takes is a dash of humor to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary.So grab your headphones and join the conversation because #ItsAMouthful

Happy Women's Month! In this episode we dive into the wondeful world of womanhood and share stories of the little indulgences and fabulously feminine things that make us feel unstoppable (Blush!) We talk burnout and the mysteries of time—seriously, why does the fiscal year start in September? and Church hurt. "I want more! " merch coming soon, And offcourse...Kate, girl, we're waiting for you to join the fun! Tell us what you love about being a woman.