Vixen: Black Beauty and Pop Culture

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Where would pop culture be without the beauty and aesthetics of black women? Our aesthetics and likenesses are constantly on display in fashion, film, music videos, lyrics, and more. On Vixen, a monthly podcast, the role black women and their beauty play in today's culture is discussed and analyzed, with each episode focusing on a different subject. 

  1. Black Beauty, Black Media: JET Beauty of the Week

    FEB 5

    Black Beauty, Black Media: JET Beauty of the Week

    In this episode, we trace the history of JET’s Beauty of the Week feature, from its 1950's origins, through its cultural peak! We break down the conversations around colorism, sexuality, and representation that shaped page 43 of one of the most iconic and recognizable pieces of black media. You can keep up with all things Vixen by finding links at https://linktr.ee/thevixenmemoirs, and if you’d like to sign up for the monthly newsletter, The Vixen Index, head to the website: ​​https://www.thevixenmemoirs.com/.  Thank You’s: VHS Logos On Soundcloud Dania Denise + Natasha Raisor  "Exploring Black Sexuality" By Robert Staples "Black Is Beautiful: JET Beauties of the Week" By LaMonte McLemore “The Beauty Standard Trade-Off: How Ebony, Essence, and Jet Magazine Represent African American/Black Female Beauty in Advertising” By Jerrika M. Anderson Edwards “Body Shape and Size Depictions of African American Women in Jet Magazine” By Scott Parker, James J Gray, José Angel Soto, And Nana Dawson-Andoh Mentioned:  The New Yorker AndScape (formerly The Undefeated) Let It Be Known News AdAge Las Vegas Black Image

    1h 1m
  2. Talent & Tabloids: Blu Cantrell

    JAN 7

    Talent & Tabloids: Blu Cantrell

    In the early 2000s, Blu Cantrell stepped on the scene with the looks, the voice, the style, and a chart-topping debut. However, as rumors got louder and the industry shifted, she disappeared from the public eye. What happened? In this episode, we revisit Blu’s career and examine how talent can be overshadowed by headlines, and how quickly the GP moves on. Stay to the end for a personal update on where I’ve been and what’s next!  You can keep up with all things Vixen by finding links at https://linktr.ee/thevixenmemoirs, and if you’d like to sign up to the upcoming monthly newsletter, The Vixen Index, head to the website: ​​https://www.thevixenmemoirs.com/.  Thank You’s: VHS Logos On Soundcloud BourgeoisGhetto On Instagram "Shakin' Exploitation: Black Female Bodies in Contemporary Hip Hop And Pornography" By Amber Walker  Mentioned: Metro, The Guardian, The Independent, Women’s Wear Daily, YouKnowIGotSoul.Com

    1h 29m
  3. Shine Bright: Danyel Smith

    04/06/2022

    Shine Bright: Danyel Smith

    Back for a bonus episode! Join me as I talk with Danyel Smith, author, writer, and host of the Black Girl Songbook podcast about her brand new book, Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop!  We discuss the impactful careers of three of the many women highlighted in the book- Diana Ross,  Aretha Franklin, and Stephanie Mills. Later, we talk about Danyel's connection to these three women, and get up close and personal with her about the music she loves!   Buy Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop: https://rb.gy/ukad6d Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS Join the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COM Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirs Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos  Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM

    1h 11m
  4. Film Review Finale: Black Girlhood In Southern Gothic Films

    03/23/2022

    Film Review Finale: Black Girlhood In Southern Gothic Films

    On this season's film review finale episode, we talk about Southern Black Gothic movies centered around black girlhood- specifically Beloved and Eve's Bayou. We're back with a BRAND NEW SEASON on 5.11.22! ⁠ Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS Join the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COM Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirs Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos  Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM

    1h 5m
  5. Black Beauty Pageants Part Two: Miss Black USA

    03/16/2022

    Black Beauty Pageants Part Two: Miss Black USA

    Today's episode is the second and final part of a two-part series on the history of black beauty pageants! This one talks about Miss Black USA, the uniqueness of the pageant's mission, and controversy over the years.  Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS Join the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COM Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirs Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos  Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM

    30 min
  6. Black Beauty Pageants Part One: Miss Black America

    03/09/2022

    Black Beauty Pageants Part One: Miss Black America

    Today's episode is the first part of a two-part series on the history of black beauty pageants! Today, we talk about the inception of Miss Black America pageant and how it progressed over the years. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS Join the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COM Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirs Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos  Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM

    33 min
  7. Fashion's Hidden Figure: Zelda Wynn Valdes

    03/02/2022

    Fashion's Hidden Figure: Zelda Wynn Valdes

    On this week's episode, we talk about the life and career of Zelda Wynn Valdes, her black starlet clientele, and the innovative moves she made to propel the fashion world forward.  Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS Join the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COM Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirs Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos  Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM

    20 min
  8. Crime Crossover: Sadia Morrison

    02/23/2022

    Crime Crossover: Sadia Morrison

    Sadia Morrison was a promising, determined, young stylist and image consultant with a very bright future. Then, she was found behind the Highbridge Projects in the Bronx. What happened to Sadia? Trigger Warning: in this episode, we discuss the topics of suicide and murder. Instagram: @THEVIXENMEMOIRS Join the Book Club: WWW.THEVIXENMEMOIRS.COM Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/thevixenmemoirs Music: https://soundcloud.com/vhslogos  Submissions: VIXENPODCAST@GMAIL.COM

    32 min
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Where would pop culture be without the beauty and aesthetics of black women? Our aesthetics and likenesses are constantly on display in fashion, film, music videos, lyrics, and more. On Vixen, a monthly podcast, the role black women and their beauty play in today's culture is discussed and analyzed, with each episode focusing on a different subject. 

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