186 episodes
The Unapologetically Black Podcast Dope Black Women
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The Unapologetically Black podcast: honest conversations and personal growth - always embracing the multifaceted nature of being a Black woman.
Expect to laugh (and sometimes cry) along with the hosts as they take you on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and authenticity.
The Unapologetically Black podcast: is delivered by the Dope Black Women CiC. A multi award winning digital safe space for Black & Black mixed women and non-binary across the globe. Hosts: Dr. Leanne Levers (@leebeeja) & Roshan Roberts ( @roshanroberts_) bringing you new episodes every Thursday on all your favourite podcast apps.
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Nuttin' Black nuh good: Navigating White Spaces as a Black woman
What’s your relationship like with your skin? How comfortable are you in predominantly white spaces? Do you think body positivity is a fad?
In this episode we talk about what its like being Black, from experiencing loneliness in white spaces to interrogating personal preferences and ensuring they are not rooted in fetishization and the importance of safe spaces for Black women.
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Hosts: Dr. Leanne Levers (@leebeeja) & Roshan Roberts ( @roshanroberts_)
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The Shackles of perfectionism
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From men being romantic following poor behaviour, to falling in love with ourselves, and finding the balance with boundaries. Dig deep is the episode all about taking YOU on our journey to building and sustaining a healthy sisterhood. We ask each other a series of tough and often intimate questions for the first time.
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Hosts: Dr. Leanne Levers (@leebeeja) & Roshan Roberts ( @roshanroberts_)
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They’ll never find a man because they’re too big; Body positivity as a Black woman
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What’s your relationship like with your body? Has unwanted commentary from relatives impacted your self esteem? Do you think body positivity is a fad? In this episode we talk all things body positivity, from the importance of self-acceptance and love to feeling empowered by our community and not body shaming others.
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Hosts: Dr. Leanne Levers (@leebeeja) & Roshan Roberts ( @roshanroberts_)
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Dig Deep: I was heartbroken over someone I wasn't in love with
From visiting a clairvoyant, to freeing ourselves from life milestones, to our love for heartbreak songs. Dig deep is the episode all about taking YOU on our journey to building and sustaining a healthy sisterhood. We ask each other a series of tough and often intimate questions for the first time.
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Hosts: Dr. Leanne Levers (@leebeeja) & Roshan Roberts ( @roshanroberts_)
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Links mentioned: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/mar/31/cryptic-pregnancies-i-didnt-know-i-was-having-a-baby-until-i-saw-its-head
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My mum passed away on Christmas Eve: Black women and grief
It’s mental health awareness month and in this episode Leanne and Roshan discuss their experiences with grief and how it has impacted their lives. From the burden of pretending to be ok, to the paradox of isolation and support, supporting others in grief and the guilt of moving forward. They also touch on topics such as navigating grief at work and finding a new identity after loss.
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Hosts: Dr. Leanne Levers (@leebeeja) & Roshan Roberts ( @roshanroberts_)
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Dig Deep: I got tested and I got Chlamydia
From STI’s, to taking pregnancy tests even when you’re not sexually active, to being rejected by your father and being honest about our struggles. Dig deep is the episode all about taking YOU on our journey to building and sustaining a healthy sisterhood. We ask each other a series of tough and often intimate questions for the first time.
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Hosts: Dr. Leanne Levers (@leebeeja) & Roshan Roberts ( @roshanroberts_)
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📧 Email us any topics you’d like us to cover or feedback at info@ dopeblackwomen.org
🖱️ Sign up to our newsletter to keep up to date with our global sisterhood
💜 Connect with us online @dopeblackwomen across socials
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