22 episodes
Black Girl At A PWI Brianna Simone
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There's no doubt that the experience of being a Black Girl at a PWI is unique beyond words. As if being in such a mentally overwhelming and especially challenging space isn't enough--we rarely have the mentors, tools we need, or even a guidebook on how to make it to the other side. But.. what if we did? Through Black Girl At a PWI, you will get firsthand insight into what it really means to thrive instead of just survive--and what the journey of getting to a place of thriving actually looks like for those that live it. Within each episode and season of this pod, you will hear about the multi-faceted PWI experience of Black students and my spoken and authentic truths about my experience as a young, loud, Black woman at predominantly white institutions. In a safe space, there's not much that's off limits--so when we talk about identity, leadership, social life, imposter syndrome, love, isolation, community, stereotypes, crazy experiences and everything in between--don't be surprised! We're here to make sure that you have more than 10 minutes full of SOMETHING that will keep you laughing, crying, and syllable-clapping with us. So don't just take our word for it--listen in for yourself, you've been warned😉!
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Get Out Of Your OWN Way, Sis!
There's no doubt that systemic racism, discrimination, misogynoir and everything else that tells our Black bodies that we don't belong in a space is EVER-present. But have we stopped to think about how these consistent environments impact our relationships with ourselves?
In this episode, we cover the realities of what it looks like to be in our own way, while unpacking some things that can help us PROPEL into greater ways of being, living and loving our lives. -
Toxic Relationships, Purpose and Becoming Your Best Self with Kaylah Lightfoot
We've talked about a lot on Black Girl At A PWI--but have we actually spilled the tea about how toxic relationships can set us back from becoming the best versions of ourselves that we actually aspire to be?
Up until today, we haven't. But in THIS episode, we are joined by Kaylah Lightfoot, a member of the Black Girl At A PWI Community, who helps us unpack every bit of how our personal encounters with relationships that aren't the best for us can negatively impact our belief in ourselves and the very purposes we're designed for! -
Black Girls Blossom - February Wrapped & March Intentions
SIS--this past February was NO joke, trust me.. we know. But in the midst of posting our exciting "February is over" photos on Instagram and TikTok, have we taken the time to set our intentions for a new season and month that will be crucial in our becoming?
In this episode of Black Girl At A PWI, we recognize all that February has been and set our sights on all that March and the incoming spring season will be: a period of BLOOMING. So if you haven't set any March goals yet or started adding to your planner--you're in great company. We're here to help you ease your mind before you pack your schedule sis, and after this--you will be all the better for it 💕😉. -
Showing Up For Yourself
TURN US UP!!!
Sis! Around almost every corner of communication and empowerment for Black women--we see the encouragement to "show up" in every space--but at what cost? In this episode, we unpack what it looks like to show up for ourselves first and foremost, and what it means for that to be enough for the lives we will forever live. -
What's Love Teaching Us?
It's no secret that we're in the month of love on this end of the earth. So why have we yet to hold space for all that love is trying to offer us in the midst of imposter syndrome, oppression, being overworked and especially being underpaid? Per usual--we might tell you a joke, but in the area of love--we will never tell you a lie.
Tune into a well-needed warm, audio hug as we share our recent reflections on love and what it's teaching me, and as a result, should teach us in this season. You won't want to miss it! 💕 -
Throwback Thursday: Don't Settle, SIS!
We're taking it back to an unreleased episode from 2023, getting you further rooted in the fact that SETTLING is NOT an option by any means at all. You deserve more in this life, and to settle in the face of your purpose will keep you from ALL of the more that you have been promised🖤. So take a break sis, today we got your heart and your ear--giving you a friendly reminder to keep growing. Settle WHERE? Settle WHO?