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Detroit girls do it better. Join host Evann Webb every week as she talks to women from the city that are killing it in their industries.

Damsels in Detroit Evann Webb

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 14 Ratings

Detroit girls do it better. Join host Evann Webb every week as she talks to women from the city that are killing it in their industries.

    Be Your Own Beauty Standard (feat. Gwen Jimmere)

    Be Your Own Beauty Standard (feat. Gwen Jimmere)

    Let’s face it, driving all over town to get your beauty services done is the opposite of self-care. That’s why Gwen Jimmere, founder of Naturalicious, created Good Hair Bar – a new one-stop shop where you can literally get pampered from head to toe.

    In this episode, Evann chats with Gwen about how she created her ultra-successful natural haircare brand, her process for opening up a salon, why it’s important to take care of yourself, and so much more.

    Be sure to follow Good Hair Bar on social at @goodhairbar and check out their website at www.goodhairbar.com to book your services today!

    • 42 min
    Those Who Can, Teach (feat. Desiree Bailey)

    Those Who Can, Teach (feat. Desiree Bailey)

    Just because school’s out for the summer doesn’t mean the learning has to stop! In this episode, Evann sits down with Desiree Bailey to talk about her private tutoring service, Logan’s Learning Lab.

    Be sure to follow Logan’s Learning Lab on social at @loganslearninglab and check them out online at www.loganslearninglab.com!

    • 1 hr 13 min
    The Skin You're In (feat. Chinonye Akunne)

    The Skin You're In (feat. Chinonye Akunne)

    Want to achieve an all-over natural glow? ILERA Apothecary has got you covered – literally! In this episode, Evann sits down with Chinonye Akunne, founder of ILERA Apothecary, to talk about the benefits of natural, plant-based skincare.

    Be sure to follow ILERA Apothecary on social at @ileraapothecary and shop with them online at www.ileraapothecary.com. Want 15% off your next online order? Use code DAMSELS at checkout!

    • 43 min
    Rise Up (feat. Michelle Gilbert)

    Rise Up (feat. Michelle Gilbert)

    Are you a small business owner in Detroit? If so, you definitely want to take a listen to this one!

    In this episode, Evann chats with Michelle Gilbert, VP of Public Relations for the Heartland Region at Comcast, to talk about the Comcast RISE Investment Fund. grant opportunity for Detroit-based POC and woman-owned businesses.

    Comcast RISE is awarding $1 million in grants to 100 Detroit, Highland Park and Hamtramck small businesses owned by women and people of color. The deadline to apply is June 14th. For more information about the Comcast RISE Investment Fund and to fill out an application, visit www.comcastrise.com.

    Want to stay connected with Michelle? Connect with her on LinkedIn!

    • 28 min
    Home of the Hoop (feat. Donyale Walton)

    Home of the Hoop (feat. Donyale Walton)

    Hoop, there it is! In this episode, Evann sits down with Donyale Walton, founder & CEO of Hoop Mobb, to talk about her entrepreneurial journey and why hoop earrings are so important to Black women.

    Be sure to follow Donyale and Hoop Mobb on social, respectively at @donyalewalton and @thehoopmobb. Want to shop? Check out Hoop Mobb’s site at www.hoopmobb.com!

    • 43 min
    Best Dressed (feat. Chanel Oldham)

    Best Dressed (feat. Chanel Oldham)

    Y'all ready for another #HotGirlSummer? The weather is warming up, so it's time to get those summer wardrobes together. In this episode, Evann sits down with Chanel Oldham, founder of Tonico Brand, to talk about how she got started with her online clothing boutique and the process she endured to open up a brick and mortar.

    Be sure to follow Tonico Brand on social at @tonicobrand, and check out their site at www.tonicobrand.com!

    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
14 Ratings

14 Ratings

jwebbie1 ,

Detroit Girls do it Better

This is a great podcast. Listening to stories about how women in different industries have got their start is very inspiring and humanizing. I hope that other listeners take time to experience this show. I know you’ll leave feeling inspired and informed.

amethyst76 ,

LOVE this podcast! Must Listen!

I love tuning in for each new episode to hear about these amazing women from Detroit. They span every industry you could think of and always have tons of wisdom to share. The host has a great personality and I love the conversations she starts!

dreamlessnightsmac. ,

Tune In!

I am always excited to learn about these amazing women and their journeys. I enjoy learning about their careers and the impact they’ve made on the City! Tune in, you never know who may be a guest on the show!

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