BACKTalk Podcast by Successful Black Parenting Magazine

Janice Robinson-Celeste
  • 4.9 (11)
  • Parenting
  • Updated Biweekly

Discussing topics important to the Black family worldwide with host, Janice Robinson-Celeste, publisher of Successful Black Parenting Magazine and Black Parenting Academy.

  1. 🚨 Money Can't Protect Black Mothers From This

    Jun 15

    🚨 Money Can't Protect Black Mothers From This

    Why do Black mothers continue to experience worse maternal health outcomes, even when they have wealth, education, and access to quality healthcare? In this powerful episode of BACKtalk, host Janice Robinson-Celeste sits down with legal scholar, researcher, and author Khaira M. Bridges, J.D., Ph.D. to examine one of the most persistent and misunderstood public health crises in America. Together, they challenge common explanations that blame culture, personal choices, or genetics for racial disparities in maternal health. Dr. Bridges explains why wealth alone cannot shield Black mothers from unequal treatment and explores how systemic racism continues to shape healthcare experiences and outcomes. This thought-provoking conversation invites listeners to look beyond individual responsibility and confront the larger systems that influence the health and well-being of Black families. In this episode, you'll learn:• Why wealth doesn't fully protect Black mothers• The myths surrounding race and maternal health disparities• How structural racism impacts healthcare outcomes• Why naming racism is essential to creating meaningful change• What families, healthcare providers, and policymakers can do moving forward Whether you're a parent, advocate, educator, healthcare professional, or simply committed to equity, this episode offers critical insights into a conversation that affects us all. 🎙️ Subscribe to BACKtalk and follow Successful Black Parenting Magazine for more conversations that educate, empower, and uplift Black families. #BlackMaternalHealth #HealthEquity #BlackMothers #SuccessfulBlackParenting #KhairaBridges #BACKtalkPodcast #MaternalHealth #RacialJustice #BlackFamilies #ParentingPodcast

    48 min
  2. From America’s Got Talent to Global Impact at 10 Years Old | King Moore’s Story

    May 21

    From America’s Got Talent to Global Impact at 10 Years Old | King Moore’s Story

    King Moore didn't wait to grow up to make his mark — he walked onto the America's Got Talent stage and walked off with the world watching. But behind every young world-changer is a parent who believed first. In this episode of BACKtalk, we're sitting down to talk about King Moore's extraordinary journey — from a little boy with a big dream to a global force at just 10 years old. We're getting into what it really takes to raise a child who moves boldly, the moments that tested the family, and what Black parents everywhere can learn from his story. This one's for every parent who's ever looked at their child and thought, they've got something special. Trust that instinct. This episode will show you why. 🎧 New episodes every week. Hit follow so you never miss a conversation that matters.

    29 min
  3. The Forgotten Morning Show That Taught a Generation of Kids

    May 21

    The Forgotten Morning Show That Taught a Generation of Kids

    Originally airing in the 1970s, The New Zoo Revue later found a new generation of viewers through reruns that became part of many childhood morning routines in the ’80s and ’90s. In this episode of BACKtalk by Successful Black Parenting Magazine, Janice Robinson-Celeste speaks with the creators behind the iconic children’s show about kindness, emotional learning, music, parenting, and why the series continues to resonate decades later. This nostalgic and insightful conversation explores how one simple show quietly became part of childhood memories for families across America and why its lessons still feel relevant today.

    35 min
  4. Balance Is Bullsh*t: The Truth About Real Self-Care for Moms

    May 1

    Balance Is Bullsh*t: The Truth About Real Self-Care for Moms

    You are not failing. The system is. Black moms have been sold a lie about "balance" — and it is costing us our health, our peace, and our sanity. In this episode of BACKtalk, Elisha Beach — Founder of The Mom Forum and author of Balance Is Bullsh*t — breaks down exactly why traditional self-care advice was never built for real moms. And she is not here to give you more things to do. She is here to give you permission to stop. You will learn what micro self-care actually looks like when you have 4 minutes and zero help. How to regulate your nervous system in stolen moments. And how to let go of the guilt that is keeping you stuck. Not spa-day self-care. Not Pinterest self-care. Real life, real mom, guilt-free self-care that works TODAY. If you are doing everything and still running on empty — press play. This one is for you. Connect with Elisha: TheMom-Forum.com | Instagram: @themomforum | @mylifeisabeach BACKtalk is the weekly live podcast of Successful Black Parenting Magazine, hosted by Janice Robinson-Celeste. New episodes every Thursday. Find us at SuccessfulBlackParenting.com.

    43 min
  5. How Black Families Nurture, Protect, and Raise Thriving Children Every Day - This Is How We Thrive!

    Apr 15

    How Black Families Nurture, Protect, and Raise Thriving Children Every Day - This Is How We Thrive!

    What if the narrative is wrong… and Black families are already doing more right than they’re given credit for? On this episode of BACKtalk Podcast by Successful Black Parenting Magazine, Dr. Iheoma Iruka unpacks powerful insights from the Black Family Census Study, shifting the conversation from deficits to strengths. This isn’t about fixing Black families. It’s about recognizing what’s already working and building on it with intention. Grounded in research, culture, and lived experience, this conversation explores how Black parents are raising children who are confident, loved, and thriving… often in spite of the systems around them. In this episode, you’ll learn how to:✨ Recognize and affirm what you’re already doing right as a parent✨ Turn everyday moments into confidence-building opportunities✨ Protect your child’s joy while nurturing identity and self-worth✨ Use real data to guide intentional, empowered parenting This episode is a reminder that your presence, your care, and your culture already hold power. 🎧 Press play and see your parenting through a new lens… one rooted in truth, not deficit. #BACKtalkPodcast #SuccessfulBlackParenting #BlackFamilies #PositiveParenting #BlackParenting #ChildDevelopment #ParentingWithPurpose #BlackExcellence #FamilyStrengths Follow, like, share, and subscribe to BACKtalk Podcast for more real conversations that empower and uplift. Stay connected and explore more at SuccessfulBlackParenting.com.

    53 min
  6. The Truth About Representation in Children’s Books and Our Kids

    Apr 15

    The Truth About Representation in Children’s Books and Our Kids

    What happens when children never see themselves in the stories they read?In this powerful episode of BACKtalk, we dive into why representation in children’s books is not just important; it is life-shaping. From joyful picture books like Sounds Like Joy and Stella's Stellar Hair to showcasing artwork at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, this conversation explores how art, culture, and storytelling help children see their beauty and power.When a child sees themselves reflected in a story, it does more than entertain them; it connects them to the story. It tells them they belong in every room and every world.We talk about why joyful stories featuring Black and Latina children matter, how books shape identity, and what parents can do to build home libraries that affirm culture and confidence. If you care about raising kids who feel seen, valued, and limitless, this episode is for you. 💛✊🏾This is bigger than books. It’s about raising children who know their value before the world tries to define it for them.🎧 Press play and start building a bookshelf that reflects your child’s brilliance.#BACKtalkPodcast #SuccessfulBlackParenting #RepresentationMatters #BlackChildrensBooks #DiverseBooks #LatinaVoices #ParentingPodcast #ChildrensLiterature #KidsBooksMatterFollow, like, share, and subscribe to BACKtalk Podcast for more real conversations that empower and uplift. Stay connected and explore more at SuccessfulBlackParenting.com.

    27 min
  7. Why Are So Many Black Women Emotionally Exhausted Right Now?

    Apr 15

    Why Are So Many Black Women Emotionally Exhausted Right Now?

    Why are so many Black women emotionally exhausted right now?Many Black women are balancing motherhood, careers, relationships, and community expectations while also navigating generational trauma and the pressure to always be strong. In a world that often feels overwhelming, protecting your mental health has never been more important.In this episode of BACKtalk, mental health expert Dr. LaNail R. Plummer joins us to discuss why so many Black women feel emotionally drained and what it takes to begin reclaiming peace.Drawing from her book The Essential Guide for Counseling Black Women, Dr. Plummer shares insights on generational trauma, emotional exhaustion, and the importance of setting boundaries that protect both your mental health and your family.This conversation offers practical guidance for Black women who want to break unhealthy cycles, protect their peace, and create healthier emotional environments at home.#BlackWomensMentalHealth#ProtectYourPeace#BlackWomenHealing🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6718473823059968

    52 min
  8. Why Black Teens Leave High School Financially Unprepared 📱

    Apr 15

    Why Black Teens Leave High School Financially Unprepared 📱

    Before a Black child leaves high school, there are money conversations that must happen, yet many of us were never taught them ourselves.In this BACKtalk episode, Dr. Paris Woods breaks down the real reason Black teens struggle financially as young adults, and it is not a lack of motivation or discipline. It is a lack of systems.Together, we unpack the costly traps Black teens fall into, the five foundational skills every Black child needs to build generational wealth, and how parents can teach financial freedom without shame, pressure, or perfection.This episode is not about lecturing kids or forcing them to plan decades ahead. It is about helping them build agency, confidence, and the ability to choose again later.If you are raising a middle schooler, high schooler, or young adult, this is a conversation you cannot afford to skip. 🖤🎧 Press play and start the conversations that change financial futures.#BACKtalkPodcast #SuccessfulBlackParenting #BlackWealth #FinancialLiteracy #BlackTeens #MoneyTalk #GenerationalWealth #ParentingTeens #FinancialFreedom #BlackFamiliesFollow, like, share, and subscribe to BACKtalk Podcast for more real conversations that empower and uplift. Stay connected and explore more at SuccessfulBlackParenting.com.

    43 min
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Discussing topics important to the Black family worldwide with host, Janice Robinson-Celeste, publisher of Successful Black Parenting Magazine and Black Parenting Academy.

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