269 episodes

The First-Gen Lounge, an award-winning podcast, is the FIRST show of its kind and #1 in the world for first-generation scholars and professionals. It is a place where we come to kick it and talk honestly about all things life. You’ll cry. You’ll laugh. You’ll grow… and you’ll be inspired while listening to motivating stories and valuable lessons from fellow first-gens. In every session, you’re going to get practical strategies for becoming the best version of yourself. From entrepreneurship, mentorship, graduate school advice, boosting productivity, finances, networking, facing adversity, and changing the world around you—we chat about it all (you can expect quite a few laughs, too)! More importantly, here YOU WILL find a strong community that will encourage you to keep growing each day—we’re people who break barriers and defy the odds but understand there is still much ahead of us; therefore, leaning on, and learning from, each other is what we do. So, go ahead and grab a seat, get real comfortable, and join the conversations every Thursday at 9pm EST! Learn more at www.thefirstgenlounge.com. #TheFirstGenLounge
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The First-Gen Lounge Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.

    • Education
    • 5.0 • 64 Ratings

The First-Gen Lounge, an award-winning podcast, is the FIRST show of its kind and #1 in the world for first-generation scholars and professionals. It is a place where we come to kick it and talk honestly about all things life. You’ll cry. You’ll laugh. You’ll grow… and you’ll be inspired while listening to motivating stories and valuable lessons from fellow first-gens. In every session, you’re going to get practical strategies for becoming the best version of yourself. From entrepreneurship, mentorship, graduate school advice, boosting productivity, finances, networking, facing adversity, and changing the world around you—we chat about it all (you can expect quite a few laughs, too)! More importantly, here YOU WILL find a strong community that will encourage you to keep growing each day—we’re people who break barriers and defy the odds but understand there is still much ahead of us; therefore, leaning on, and learning from, each other is what we do. So, go ahead and grab a seat, get real comfortable, and join the conversations every Thursday at 9pm EST! Learn more at www.thefirstgenlounge.com. #TheFirstGenLounge
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    Summer 2023: Session 271 (Can You Handle It? with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Summer 2023: Session 271 (Can You Handle It? with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    When you ask for life to bring you all of the things that you want... Do you ever ask for the ability to handle it when it arrives? It's important to ask for the capacity for what you've asked for so you won't be out here fumbling. Don't forget to connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook @Evingerlean.
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    • 17 min
    Summer 2023: Session 269 (History Notes: Acknowledging Your Truth with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Summer 2023: Session 269 (History Notes: Acknowledging Your Truth with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Let's take it back with this one. As we continue to move through the seasons of life, let's not forget to check in with ourselves. What does it mean to you to acknowledge that a truth exists? Once you bring it to your awareness, what do you do with it? Recently, someone shared with Dr. Eve that... Even if you try to act like a truth doesn't exist, that's not going to make it go away. So, let's talk tonight about acknowledging your truth. Don't forget to connect with me on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook @Evingerlean.
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    • 24 min
    Summer 2023: Session 268 (Tell Folks What You Feel with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Summer 2023: Session 268 (Tell Folks What You Feel with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Have you ever had a hard time saying hard things to people because you were scared of being rejected by them? Listen... It's important for you to know that people who love, respect, and value you make room for both the delightful and unsavory parts of you to show up. Don't forget to get connected with me on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram at @Evingerlean.
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    • 6 min
    Summer 2023: Session 267 (Do What You Want to Do with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Summer 2023: Session 267 (Do What You Want to Do with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Question: Are you really doing what you want to do with your life? Not just on the surface level like changing your hair color or eating a sandwich, but... Are you living in such a way that, you look at your life and you're good with it, because you're being all of who you want to be? Don't forget to get connected with me on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram at @Evingerlean.
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    • 10 min
    Spring 2023: Session 266 (Being in Evolution with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Spring 2023: Session 266 (Being in Evolution with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    In case no one has told you lately… You’re allowed to evolve. You can need/want something different. You can switch directions/change paths. Don't forget to get connected with me on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram at @Evingerlean.
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    • 3 min
    Spring 2023: Session 265 (Being Without An Apology with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Spring 2023: Session 265 (Being Without An Apology with Evingerlean D. Blakney, Ph.D.)

    Something I was pondering the other day... It'll be moments in life when things will happen, and situations will leave you feeling like you deserve an apology, but you won't get it. I've come to understand that, for every apology that you’ll never get, reconcile/make peace with this tidbit. Don't forget to get connected with me on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram at @Evingerlean.
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    • 4 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
64 Ratings

64 Ratings

DrEmmanuela ,

A Gem of a Resource

Dr. Eve is so engaging and shares much needed information to help first-gen college students. I love listening and share the show with everyone.

OnlyAndForever ,

Inspirational, Energetic and Real

As a new business owner this podcast really speaks to me. Dr. Eve is raw and real in her encouragement of first-gens and business owners. It was honestly kind of the podcast I never knew I needed, I can not wait for more. Giving honest advice with energy and purpose behind it. It feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend and that is amazing.

Zpher16 ,

Raw, Honest, and Genuine

It seems like a lot of podcasts, especially ones that try to give life advice, don’t come from a genuine place. This podcast does, and does in spades.

I will actually use what I’ve learned while listening, which isn’t something I can say for every podcast I listen to. The First-Gen Lounge is great, and I’m excited to keep coming back to hear more.

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