We delve into the themes of secrets and identity and we explore how secrets shape the characters' lives and relationships, particularly focusing on the question: how much of our identity is shaped by the secrets we keep?. The conversation highlights the impact of colonialism, the portrayal of women, and the significance of familial relationships, ultimately questioning how adaptations can simplify complex narratives.

We also dive into themes of family legacy, the impact of police brutality in media, character representation, and the cultural significance of the Nine Night ceremony. We emphasize the importance of identity and the connections to heritage, particularly in the context of Jamaican culture.

We talk:

08:46 - Diving into character diversions

22:01 - Byron's journey and character development

30:03 - Police brutality in media

39:05 - Casting choices and audience perception

46:28 - Cultural significance of the Nine Night Ceremony

Episode References:

Inside Out 2 (2024)

Marvel Cinematic Universe

Get Millie Black (TV Series 2024)

The Other Black Girl Trailer (Episode 58-64)

Steve Harris

Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005)

Marlan Wayans

Bel-Air (TV Series 2022- )

Michael Beach

Connect with Nicole on her website BlackWritersRead.com and IG @blackwritersread

Connect with me on IG @pod.kink 

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Today we delve into the themes of Black Cake, focusing on the power of storytelling and the impact of cultural expectations on identity. We explore the characters' secrets, particularly Benny and Byron's struggles with identity, relationships, and societal pressures. We also discuss how the adaptation of the story from book to series affects the narrative and character development.

One of the main themes we touch on is the concept of the ''Bennett Way," exploring the unrealistic expectations placed on individuals within families and the broader implications of these dynamics. We reflect on the significance of ancestry and the miracles that unfold in the story, emphasizing the importance of personal journeys and self-discovery.

We talk:

08:49 - Siblings and their secrets

14:55 - Benny's journey and relationships

26:49 - Identity and agency

43:07 - Byron's Struggles and Secrets

01:01:02 - Miracles and ancestry

Episode References:

Finding Me: A Memoir by Viola Davis

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This conversation delves into the themes of family secrets, generational trauma, and the impact of colonialism as explored in the book and series. Nicole and I reflect on personal experiences with family secrets, the importance of truth between parents and children, and how these themes resonate within Caribbean culture. They also discuss the significance of Black Cake as a symbol of identity and the adaptation of the story from book to screen, highlighting the poetic writing style and visual storytelling that brings the narrative to life.

We highlight the importance of queer representation in media, the production process, and the significance of casting choices. We discuss the impact of music on storytelling and analyze the narrative structure, including cliffhangers and foreshadowing. And, we emphasize the need for authenticity in representation.

We talk:

05:59 Exploring truth between parents and children

14:59 The art of adaptation from book to screen

21:04 Visual storytelling

33:59 Celebrating queer representation in media

41:12 Cinematic choices and character development

53:39 Music's role in storytelling

Episode References:

Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams

Podcasting Is the New Kink! Season 8: The Other Black Girl

Master of None (TV Series 2015–2021)

Frazier (Reboot TV Series 2023–2024)

Downton Abbey (TV Series 2010–2015)

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Welcome to season 9, which is all about Black Cake, novel by Charmaine Wilkerson, and series adaptation by Harpo Films, Two Drifters, Kapital Entertainment, and ABC Signature. The book was an amazing read and the show was a fantastic watch. I'm so excited to share my thoughts and feeling with you!

And, I brought back my favorite cohost, Nicole M. Young-Martin, founder, producer, and host of the podcast, Black Writers Read. We discuss themes, characters, settings, and more.

Connect with Nicole on her website blackwritersread.com and IG @blackwritersread

Connect with me on IG @pod.kink

In this season, we are going to talk about why you should invest some time reading the book AND watching the series. We usually recommend the book for certain audiences and the series for others. But, this time we want you to do both!

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Today I reflect on 2024, discussing personal growth, healing experiences, and the importance of community. I share insights from my participation in various events, including The Blox Season 15 and The Afros and Audios Podcast Conference, while also highlighting the significance of family connections. Looking ahead, I reveal exciting new projects, including a new podcast aimed at supporting Black women entrepreneurs, title Bet On Yourself, Sis!

I talk:

02:39 - My personal growth and healing experiences

08:13 - Family connections and community engagement

15:16 - Upcoming projects and new ventures

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Episode References:

PINK’s 50th Episode Celebration!

Dr. Nicole M. Young-Martin, Host of the Black Writer’s Read Podcast

Find a Black Love Healing Circle near you!

The Blox Season 15

PINK S3 E13 - How life prepared me for the podcasting world!

Afros and Audio

Sydney Baloue

Heard!: Afros & Audio Interview Series with Talib Jasir

Talib Jasir

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We also give our predictions for a hypothetical season two, even though the series was cancelled after the first season, and we discuss the importance of having clear motivations for our protagonists, especially when they are hella messy. Great examples of messy but loveable protagonists show up in two of The Onyx Collective's other shows: "Queenie." and "Unprisoned." We compare the different worlds portrayed, the production value differences, and the relatability of the heroes in all three shows, with the protagonists from "Queenie," and "Unprisoned," being more likable than Nella, even though they were just as messy.

We talk:

Comparison to "Unprisoned" - 1:07

Predictions for the season we didn't get - 12:26

"What would YOU do?" questions - 25:09

This is the last episode of our series on "The Other Black Girl," novel and series, so I hope you have enjoyed our discussion. There will definitely be more. Stay tuned!

Episode References:

The Other Black Girl (TV Series 2023)

The Other Black Girl (Novel 2021)

Zakiya Dalila Harris

Unprisoned (TV Series 2023–2024)

Queenie (TV Series 2024–)

Queenie (book by Candice Carty-Williams, 2019)

Black Panther (Film 2018)

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We liked the characterization through costuming. For example, Nella starting off wearing neutral colors and plain patterns, but ended up wearing bright hues and daring silhouettes, and we saw her experimenting along the way. Her costumes directly represented her character arc, and it was fun to watch.

We also talk about the production company, The Onyx Collective, and similar shows that they have produced, like "Queenie," which we both found more engaging, well-written, and visually appealing. We emphasize the importance of genuine diversity and the need for better adaptations of black literature.

Episode References:

The Other Black Girl (TV Series 2023)

The Other Black Girl (Novel 2021)

Zakiya Dalila Harris

The Twilight Zone (2019–2020)

American Fiction (2023)

"Erasure" by Percival Everett

Tara Duncan

Times Review

The Onyx Collective Shows

Queenie (2024)

"Queenie" by Candice Carty-Williams

BWR Bonus: Nicole on Candice Carty-Williams' Queenie

TOBG Wiki Page

Dem Bois Pod Ep. 58 Culture and Cannabis

PINK Ep. 61 Themes, Genres, and Cultural Relevance

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We also highlight the lack of clear character motivations, the inconsistent use of time and place markers, and the unrealistic portrayal of black women greasing each other's scalps, or temples, like the series shows. We compare it to other successful thrillers like "The Blackening" and "Inside Out 2," noting the importance of suspense, a clock, and believable plot devices. The conversation also touches on the rushed production timeline and the need for better context and development of themes related to blackness/anti-blackness, respectability politics, and workplace culture.

We talk:

The brilliance of "Inside Out 2" - 4:36

Time/place markers in the book - 11:11

Series production time, or lack of it - 19:01

Social commentary of "the grease" - 27:26

Revising Diana's character - 34:37

In this episode, I learned that the production time for streamed series is very short. And the writers aren't usually a part of the filming process, so they don't get a chance to gel and really develop the show. These streaming companies prefer quantity over quality and it shows!

Episode References:

The Other Black Girl (TV Series 2023)

The Other Black Girl (Novel 2021)

Zakiya Dalila Harris

2023 Writers Guild of America Strike

Inside Out 2

The Blackening

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We also discuss themes in "The Other Black Girl," both the book and series. We explore the concept of "outward facing, or forced diversity" and the role it plays in corporate settings, citing how the story uses the publishing industry as an example.

One my my favorite parts of this conversation surrounded the portrayal of blackness, anti-blackness, and workplace politics and hair in the book and its adaptation. We also touch on the story's portrayal of sisterhood and the lack of it.

We talk:

Forced diversity in real life - 6:54

Hair as a key identity marker for Black women - 18:37

Blackness not accepted in workplace culture - 24:00

Sisterhood and the lack thereof - 34:56

"Get Out" meets "Devil Wears Prada" - 45:01

What makes a thriller a thriller - 52:29

At the end of this episode, I talk about what makes a thriller a thriller, highlighting the importance of suspense, plot twists, and character development, and critiquing the book and series's failure to meet these expectations.

Episode References:

The Other Black Girl (TV Series 2023)

The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris

Zakiya Dalila Harris

Dem Bois Podcast Ep. #58 - Culture and Cannabis: Advocating for Black Trans Men

Gabby Douglas

Simone Biles

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson

Origin (Movie 2023)

Black Writers Read Podcast Ep. Bonus: Isabel Wilkerson's Caste, a Conversation with Pink Lady Jasmine Gary

Get Out (Movie 2017)

The Devil Wears Prada (Movie 2006)

The Prestige (Movie 2006)

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We talk:

Racism in Boston and the lack of that context - 2:54

Shani and Kendra Rae's narrow introductions - 9:45

Jesse Watson's character in the book vs the series - 19:08

Political commentary in the series - 22:45

The endings - 30:06

One of my favorite parts of the conversation was about the confusion around Shani's character and the lack of context provided. In the book, she is used to introduce the resistance, and that storyline is pretty choppy and hard to follow. In the series there is no resistance, so we are left to wonder about Shani's actions and her relation to Kendra Rae.

The lack of context and character development is mentioned multiple times:

1. surrounding Shani, as mentioned above
2. when Nicole gives us background on Boston's racial dynamics and critiques its portrayal in the storyline
3. when we discuss the lack of depth in characters like Owen and Malaika

We also talk about the political commentary in Jesse Watson's role and the series' critique of the publishing industry.

Connect with Nicole on her website BlackWritersRead.com and IG @blackwritersread

Episode References:

The Other Black Girl (TV Series 2023)

The Other Black Girl (Novel 2021)

Zakiya Dalila Harris

Clayton Bigsby, the World’s Only Black White Supremacist - Chappelle’s Show

Inside Out 2

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, Nicole and I discuss the lack of character development in "The Othe Black Girl." We start with a focus on Diana Gordon and Kendra Rae, noting the disconnect in their storylines and the lack of depth in their friendship. We also critique the portrayal of Owen and Malaika, as flat characters dropped into Nella's world, without their own storylines. And, we discuss the story's failure to provide good explanations for key plot points and character actions.

We talk:

Diana Gordon and Kendra Rae - 1:08

The "Grease" - 15:02

The differences in how we consume media - 25:41

Owen and Malaika - 32:28

In the episode Nicole makes a comment about how we all consume different types of media, specifically comparing TV series' and novels. In books, we use our imagination, we can literally read the subtext, and there is an expectation of the reader to use their imagination to fill in certain things. In a TV series, we need to be spoon-fed! The production should show the world that needs to be seen and give us all the tools for it to make sense. We shouldn't have to make huge inferences about what it going on. We shouldn't have to guess!

Unfortunately, I still have a bunch of questions, and I've already watched the series twice, so please hit me up if you know there is something I missed, or if you have the answers! :)

Connect with Nicole on her website BlackWritersRead.com and IG @blackwritersread

Episode References:

The Other Black Girl (TV Series 2023)

The Other Black Girl (Novel 2021)

Zakiya Dalila Harris

Get Out (2017)

The Blackening (2022)

Queenie (2024-)

Dangerous Minds (1995)

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When we heard about "The Other Black Girl," we couldn't stay away! I was especially excited about a thriller based on a novel written by a Black woman, with a Black woman protagonist and antagonist. And, I'm super excited to share our conversation in this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!. Nicole and I analyze the book and series, noting the lack of character development, the importance of diverse representation in media, and much more.

We talk:

What drew us to the book and series - 7:07

How we feel about things that are "popular" - 16:35

Our protagonist, Nella - 23:39

The lack of history for our Characters - 36:49

Our antagonist, Hazel's hair - 46:22

Budget and production - 54:54

One question that kept coming up was, who was this for? Both the book and the series seemed to lack connection with the presumed audience, Black women. Stay tuned for more on this in the next episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!

Connect with Nicole on her website BlackWritersRead.com and IG @blackwritersread

Episode References:

The Other Black Girl (TV Series 2023)

The Other Black Girl (Novel 2021)

Zakiya Dalila Harris

Get Out (2017)

The Blackening (2022)

Sex and the City (1998 - 2004)

The Passion of the Christ (2004)

Game of Thrones (TV Series 2011–2019)

Lynn Nottage

Roots (1977)

Queenie (2024-)

Sinclair Daniel

Insecure (2016 - 2021)

Rashida Jones

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Season 8 is all about The Other Black Girl, the super popular novel by Zakiya Dalila Harris AND the questionable series by The Onyx Collective aka Disney. And, I am joined by my new friend and sister in podcasting, the amazing Nicole M. Young-Martin. Nicole is a writer, educator, editor and performer, and she is the founder, producer, and host of the podcast, Black Writers Read, which launched on Juneteenth in 2020.

Connect with Nicole on her website blackwritersread.com and IG @blackwritersread

In this special season, we are going to talk about why you should spend some time reading the book and/or watching the series, and why the themes within are so important.

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Welcome back to another episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! In this episode, I sit down with Nyah P, yogi and Reiki Master, and we discuss the importance of confidence and empowerment, especially for Black women. Nyah discusses how reiki helps with stress, anxiety, and grounding, and shares her personal journey into reiki, which began as a holistic approach to her grandmother's illness. She emphasizes the benefits of reiki, including improved posture and voice, and the importance of self-practice. Nyah also highlights the significance of affirmations and music in her practice, and offers insights into her monthly newsletter and community reiki shares.

We talk:

Why it's important for Black women to feel empowered - 3:33

How Nyah was introduced to reiki - 14:50

How she was introduced to yoga - 23:15

Benefits of reiki - 40:23

The importance of affirmations - 49:39

One of my favorite conversations in this episode was about Nyah's spiritual practice and how she stays grounded. With all of the energy that we have to interact with on almost a daily basis, protecting your spirit is very important, so I asked how she does it. And, she talks about how she cleanses herself and her space. She also talks about the importance of grounding and how reiki works both ways, healing practitioners while they perform reiki on others, which blew my mind!

Connect with Nyah P on her IG @divinelyguided_333 and sign up for her newsletter!

Episode References:

3 Yoga Benefits for Black Women with Adi Kaur Part 1 and Part 2

7 Benefits of Yoga for Black People with Zikea McCurdie

Jhene Aiko

Londrelle

Coax Marie

I'm so grateful to all the AMAZING Black Women Yogis I spoke to on this season of Podcasting Is the New Kink! Please connect with them! And, if you have any questions or want to get in touch with me, hit me up on IG @pod.kink

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I sit down with Kandiz Hause, aka Dream Yogi Kandi, and she tells us why it's so important to take the time to reset, especially as Black women. We have to replenish our intellect, our creativity, our calm, and everything else. We have to take time to just be, and not focus on productivity.

We talk:

Building a yoga routine - 6:45

How yoga helps inform who you are - 18:06

Growing up in church and then stepping away - 30:03

Advice for yoga beginners - 42:05

We also talk about emotional regulation (11:42) and that part was such a gem that I had to break it down to make sure that I could fully understand! It happens it three steps:

1. Acknowledging the emotion and however you feel.

2. Identifying why you feel that way and what triggered it.

3. Managing your information so that you can transmute the energy!

You see, a lot of the times when we are upset, we don't necessarily know why we're upset. We feel all the cues: shortened breath, sweating, tears, etc., but we may not be sure what triggered them. This process helps you slow down and figure all that out, before you act!

One main theme that kept coming up was about noticing your progress and being grateful for it. As someone who has been on this healing journey for what feels like an eternity, I have to consistently acknowledge my progress. I know that I have reached multiple goals and that I'm on my way to achieving multiple more. Otherwise, it feels like I'm standing still, and that just sucks!

Being still helps you acknowledge your progress, regulate your emotions, replenish your energy, and more. And, if that's not enough, then I don't know what else to tell you!

Connect with Kandi on her website dreamzyogi.com, her IG @kandithedreamyogi, and her Link Tree!

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We talk:

What blockages feel like - 7:02

Benefits of yoga - 16:44

Why it's important for yoga spaces to be inclusive - 28:39

What working with Dr. Allonia looks like - 39:54

The healing aspects of yoga - 54:40

Affirmations for Black women - 1:04:15

One of my favorite conversations in this episode was about the energetics in the food we eat... It reminded me of how I used to LOVE bacon! I would eat it with everything; breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert. The time of day didn't matter. Bacon went well with anything! So when I made the decision to stop eating red meat, bacon was the last thing for me to give up, and it was definitely the hardest. But, starting on this journey to vegetarianism, or maybe even veganism, was on of the best decisions I've ever made. I had to reframe my mindset for holistic healing. And, now my energy is higher, my skin is clearer, and my spirit feels more connected than ever before.

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, Dr. Allonia challenges us to do just that. And, she gives us advice to get us started: eat live foods like vegetables and fruits, instead of dead meats!

Check out Dr. Allonia's website sticksstonesandroots.com and IG @sticksstonesandroots!

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If I'm ever blessed to become a mom, that is something I definitely plan to do!

Brittney and I connect on the superficial things we used to equate with femininity; getting our hair permed and straightened, adding polish and acrylics to our nails, having our faces flawlessly made up, buying the most popular dresses and heels, etc. We compare that mindset with how we express femininity now.

The biggest difference is the freedom! I used to feel like I had to be pretty and made up to feel like a women. There wasn't really a choice. These days, I barely wear makeup and when I do, it's because I want to! I wear my hair in protective styles like twists and braids all the time. I now know that none of that has anything to do with being a woman or being feminine. And, yoga helped.

We talk:

The importance of asking for consent - 7:57

Why Brittney customizes plans for her clients - 15:31

How she was introduced to yoga - 25:08

Shifting her mindset on what is feminine - 34:57

Benefits of yoga - 43:54

Brittney talks about her business, Fitbyblee, and how she mixes fitness with yoga techniques. She works with women and meets her clients where they are, figuratively AND literally. She customizes each plan specifically for each client, and you know how much we love modifications over here! Brittney is out here changing people's lives and I love it!

One of my favorite conversations in this episode was about the versatility and benefits of yoga. I talk about the progress I've seen on my journey and how yoga has helped me maintain my composure in the toughest of situations. And, Brittney shares that yoga has helped her keep calm.

She also talks about her upcoming partnership with The Black Yogi Tribe. They have created an amazing 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training that will take place in March, in-person, in Birmingham, AL. CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

Connect with Brittney on her website fitbyblee.com and on IG fitbyblee_

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We talk:

Advice for beginner yogis - 4:51

Adi's experience at Lululemon - 13:29

Working with her husband - 24:32

How you can get in touch with Adi - 32:57

In this episode I get vulnerable about my spiritual journey and the things I've been dealing with this year. I also share about a time I felt shame about my body. This interview was not was I expected at all, but it was exactly what I needed and I'm grateful for it.

Connect with Adi on Instagram, her website, and Youtube

Episode References:

Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race-Based Stress and Trauma by Gail Parker 

Ep. 32 & Ep. 33 with the Amazing Clarks

Ep. 34 & Ep. 35 with Dee and Bee Hendershot

Ep. 36 & Ep. 37 with Snooks and Lovey Cason

Ep. 17 & Ep. 41 with my partner

Adi Kaur on Insight Timer

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We talk:

Raising the money to build her studio - 4:29

Being introduced to yoga on a date - 13:33

Benefits of yoga - 20:58

How yoga is not a religion/demonic - 33:38

Building a stronger connection to the divine - 41:39

Adi is a true believer and you can really hear the divine speaking through her. She talks about the importance of walking like a child of God, and not just when it benefits you. Her yoga studio started as a vision in her head, but she manifested it by speaking it into existence everyday, planning ahead, and putting herself in the position to receive. One of my favorite topics was about how many of us limit God. We forget that we are human and can't even fathom the power and intellect of the divine, but she reminds us that God is in everything, and prayer goes both ways. We just have to be still and listen!

So what are the 3 yoga benefits for Black women:

1. Helps you to advocate for yourself and stand in truth
2. Helps you heal from trauma, personal and generational 
3. Helps you stay curious about your body

Ya'll this conversation was so good, I had to split it in half, so stay tuned for part 2, coming soon!

Connect with Adi on Instagram, her website, and Youtube

Episode References:

Randall L. Woodfin, Mayor of Birmingham, AL

Momma Sanovia

Sisters from AARP Interview

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We talk:

The importance of asking for consent - 5:05

Discomfort vs pain - 16:10

Spirit and energy in yoga - 26:20

Advice for yogi beginners - 31:03

Her response to "yoga is demonic" - 42:27

Practicing stillness in different ways - 51:33

Tamika also talks a lot about taking up space, which can be hard for many Black women because it isn't something we're familiar with. Many of us don't even know how to take up space. As a child, I was never taught to do that. I was never told to be myself or make everything about me. I never knew how to advocate for myself or speak up for what I wanted. In fact, many times I was instructed to do the opposite. "Shrink to fit yourself into this young, Christian, lady box (no pun intended)," and, "You don't need to say anything. God will handle it!" I always struggled with these things! That's one of the reasons I love yoga so much, because it's all about me. It's a personal practice that I can modify to fit my needs. I can take up as much space as I want and I can focus on my spirit, without having to explain anything to anyone.

Tamika is an ordained minister and one thing I always hear about yoga is how demonic it is. It's not of God so it has to be of the devil, right?*rolls eyes* So I had to ask how she reconciles the two, and her answer was beautiful: her ministry is love! Love is inclusive. Love is caring. And, that is what she focuses on. She also draws many parallels between Christian and yoga practices. For example, think about meditation and prayer, or psalms and affirmations, or lighting candles and lighting incense. Instead of focusing on the differences between them, see the similarities.

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This podcast started off as a resource for podcasting. I wanted to give you insight and tips. And, I did that. The first season was all about Podcasting 101. I talked about everything you needed to start a podcast: topics, equipment, mindset, etc. I even shared the steps to start a podcast for free!

Soon after that, I realized that I didn't want the podcast to be all about podcasting. I wanted to collaborate and interview. I wanted to discuss other topics. So, I started experimenting...

The second season of Podcasting Is the New Kink! was all about HBO's Lovecraft Country. It was my first review and it sort-of set the tone for future seasons. I talked about my favorite and least-liked moments, themes that drove the story line, and diversions from the book and more.

I get really passionate about my shows and you could tell by how I started sharing more of my personal opinions, letting you in. But, something was nagging at me to go deeper, so the third season was all about me! I shared a few of the journeys that changed my life and helped me to become more of myself, and it felt really good to get a lot of that off my chest.

After that, I was ready to keep experimenting, so I tried interviews. In season four I interviewed clients: my first, current, former, and... my mom. Lol. She wanted to start a podcast and I knew I would be comfortable with her. We talked about leaning into your curiosity, growing through guilt, and more.

And, that brought us to episode 25, which was another celebration just like this! If you haven't noticed, I like to celebrate! :)

The next season of Podcasting Is the New Kink! was all about FX's Kindred, which was cancelled after one season. And I am PISSED because they didn't even finish the story! I talked about that in the season. I also talked about diversions from the book, themes and characters, predictions for the season that we may never get and more.

Season six was all about intimate partnerships! I sat down with The Amazing Clarks, Dee and Bee Hendershot (Truth and Coffee Time), and Snooks and Lovey Cason (Married Into Crazy). I learned so much from them and I absolutely recommend them! After I got my free sessions from the experts, I talked to a few of my friends who are in relationships and I honestly learned a lot from them as well. I also brought my partner back to talk about the major themes that came up in just about every episode.

That brings us to the current season which is all about Black Women Yogis. I spoke to many yogis about the benefits and versatility of yoga, especially for POC, and getting out of your comfort zone. But, to be honest, this season is moreso about healing! So, I also spoke to other healing practitioners about how Black people can heal!

References

Poddster Article

Exploding Topics Article

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We talk:

Why it's important to build community - 12:05

My intro to yoga story - 25:31

Being aware of the energy shared in yoga classes - 33:14

Having discernment in helping - 41:41

Yoga is for every body. Period! - 55:57

Detaching from perfectionism - 1:07:36

Meli teaches us how to have the discernment to help others. Many times, we get so caught up in the "help," part, that we don't pay attention to the "how," or the "what." Meaning, we want to help people so badly that we aren't interested in how they need to be helped or what we can actually provide. Her advice is to take it step-by-step:

1. First ask yourself: what is your role in situation?
2. Then ask yourself: what’s your capacity to help?
3. Then, ask the person you want to help for permission

We also talk about perfection and I almost gagged when she said, "Perfection does not exist!" If you've listened to season one of this podcast or followed @pinkladyprod on Instagram or TikTok, then you heard me say something like this at least once. And it is something I absolutely believe!

I used to be a perfectionist. I would stress over every little detail of every little thing. How I looked, how I sounded, how I was perceived by everyone... I had to learn, through years of life coaching and a spiritual journey that is kicking my butt (in a good way), that what I was striving for was a fake, shallow version of myself. And, I had no control over all the things I was trying to control. What can go wrong, will go wrong!

So here's my unsolicited advice to all of the perfectionists of the world: Instead of striving to be perfect, strive instead to do your best and be your authentic self.

Check out Meli on Instagram @fatbrowngirlyoga.

Episode References:

Hood Feminism - book by Mikki Kendall

DiRTYOGA on Insatgram

Ignite Yoga & Wellness Institute

Ep. 4 - Forget about perfection and start your podcast!

Ep. 44 - with Ebony Molock

Ep. 46 - with Black Rose Yogini

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Our western culture has made yoga seem like it's all about the poses! It's all about getting that burn and working out your body. But today we are getting a reminder of what yoga is really about: the breath. Today's yogi is a certified yoga instructor, children's author, and business owner, who has been in the wellness space for years. She fully understands pivoting in your business, because she has done it a number of times. And, she is actually a friend from high school, who hails from the great Paterson, NJ, just like me. Lol.

Her name is Qyera Parks and she works with children, teaching them yoga, and about mental health and wellness. And, ya'll know how much I love it! Working with children is not for the faint of heart. They will test you and try you in every way possible. But it is really one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. And, reaching them at a young age, teaching them how to manage their emotions and regulate their reactions is so important! It's really giving them a better chance at life.

In this episode we discuss the many phases of her business, going to India for her yoga teaching certification, being the only Black person in a yoga space, and much more!

We talk:

How Qyera's business started and the journey until now - 1:55

Benefits of yoga - 12:59

Being the only Black person in yoga spaces - 22:28

Mindful Moments with Friends': Breathwork for Kids 5-8 - 34:22

Advice for new yogis - 40:49

We also get pretty deep, talking about why many Black people don't try yoga. As much as I would love to blame "them" and say that yoga has been gentrified (which it has), Qyera brings up a great point about "us" not showing up. And, she is so right. Part of the reason I wanted to interview yogis this season was to introduce yoga to many of you who aren't interested because you think it's not for you. Let me tell you, it is absolutely for you. And I dare you to try it!

Check out Qyera's website cintalab.com and connect with her on IG @cintamoves

AND get her book Mindful Moments with Friends': Breathwork for Kids 5-8 on Amazon

Episode References:

Siddhant School of Yoga

The Lay Out

Dr. Masaru Emoto's water study

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Did you know there are four stages of breathing? I used to think there were just two: inhale and exhale. But, it actually goes inhale, hold, exhale, hold, and so on and so forth. I learned that and so much more from Darren.

We talk:

The difference between yoga and breathwork - 2:31

What his customers get from his class - 13:14

Breath as our first language - 27:09

Advice for breathwork beginners - 37:22

History of breathwork and Christian teachings - 41:12

Why he started Heal Your Love Period - 1:00:47

Darren goes in about the long history of connection between breathwork and Christian teachings. And ya'll know I was hella excited to hear all about it! When I grew up in my strict Christian home and church, it was all about the trinity; father, son, holy spirit. But did you know that the translation of the word "spirit" comes from the word "pneuma," an ancient Greek word for "breath"? If you're anything like me then your mind is blown! Trust me, mine was!

Along with his wife Gloria, Darren created what they call the Black Love Healing Circle, and I can tell you from experience that it is just that. It includes breathwork, sound healing, and guided meditation, and it was an amazing experience that I would recommend for anyone, but especially people of color.

Soo... what are five benefits of breathwork for Black people? Mind you, there are plenty more, but we'll focus on five.

1. better sleep
2. release of toxins
3. lower blood pressure
4. activation of the prefrontal cortex, where our creativity is
5. connection to the divine breath

Listen to the episode for more info about each one.

References:

Michael B. Beckwith

Stanislav Grof

Leonard Orr

Connect with Darren on Instagram @healyourloveperiod and their website healyourloveperiod.com

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Rose is a certified yoga teacher and the title Black Rose Yogini fits her so well! She is an amazing Black woman, her name is Rose, and yoga is her jam! Today we discuss our introductions to yoga, getting out of our comfort zones, how yoga can effect your healing journey, and much more!

One thing Rose wishes everyone knew about yoga is that is it for you! You may think that it's for white people, or that you have to be thin and flexible, or that it won't work for you, or whatever. But the truth is this: yoga is for everyone and it can be super beneficial for your life! She encourages us to just give it a try because you will definitely see the difference almost immediately.

We talk:

Rose getting her certification in India - 5:16

How yoga found her - 13:55

Why Black women should practice yoga - 21:25

One thing Rose wants everyone to know about yoga - 33:49

The versatility of yoga - 42:09

Trying new things and getting out of your comfort zone - 52:07

Connect with Rose on Instagram @black_rose_yogini

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7 benefits (7:42):

1. Improved balance
2. Better breathing
3. Better sleep
4. Reduced stress
5. Increased flexibility
6. Strengthened mind/body connection
7. Improved cardiovascular health

Zikea dives into the 4 types of yoga (12:54):

1. Hatha
2. Vinyasa
3. Yin
4. Restorative

She teaches us about the chakras (18:32):

1. Root - red
2. Sacral - orange
3. Solar plexus - yellow
4. Heart - green
5. Throat - blue
6. Third-eye - indigo
7. Crown - purple
8. Hands and feet

And, she talks about yoga extending beyond the mat (25:29):

• Yoga Sutras
• Dharma
• Karma

Zikea shares a bunch of great resources and advice to get you started on your journey. For example, she tells beginners to think about what works for you and start small. Don't commit to doing yoga everyday for 2-hours a day and then wonder why you can't keep up. Commit to one class. You can even commit to a free class on youtube or other social media. Start small and take it from there.

We also talk about the most important thing: your breath! Do not forget to breathe!

So I hope you are ready to take notes, because this episode is just the jolt you need!

Check out Zikea on Instagram @doseofvitamin.z

Episode references:

Warrior Goddess Fitness, Elmwood Park, NJ

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, book by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.

Khepera Wellness Yoga Studio

Avatar: The Last Airbender, S2 E19 - The Guru

Avatar: The Last Airbender (Live Action)

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Bhagavad Gita, book by Ved Vyas

Jenna Warriner - Marketing Coach

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We talk:

The difference between Shakti and empowered rest - 3:56

Steps Ebony took to pivot her business - 19:08

Benefits of yoga - 28:49

One thing everyone needs to know about yoga - 40:04

Advice for yoga beginners - 51:20

One of the main themes that kept coming up in this interview was the notion of getting unstuck and making a change. Have you ever felt stuck? Like you were running on autopilot doing the same thing over and over, and couldn't make any changes? Like you could see the path you wanted, but you couldn't take the steps to get there? I've felt like that at multiple points in my life, but I felt it the most right before I got laid off. If you've heard my story then you know that I was miserable working full-time in a job I hated and having multiple side-hustles just to have a creative outlet. Instead of making a choice, I waited for something to change.

That layoff was my wake-up call. I started my podcasting business shortly after that, and this podcast shortly after that. I was sort of, pushed out of my comfort zone. But, you don't have to wait for that push. You can choose to get unstuck and change to your life, and in this episode, Ebony talks about the steps she took when it was time for her to do just that:

1. Found a new job that paid more
2. Cut off multiple yoga classes/hustled less
3. Took more yoga classes/deepened education
4. Dove in!

Now, she never said it was easy. She actually said that it wasn't easy to follow this calling, especially at first. But, once she let go and trusted in God and put herself in the position to receive, she got a flood of support, letting her know that she made the right decision.

Check out Ebony's website yogawithebony.com and Instagram @blackyogi_magic

Episode references:

Sanskrit Moon Yoga

Yoga & Mimosas - Every Sunday in May!

empwrd.rest.yoga

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In this season of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I interviewed Black women yogis and I learned so much! I consider myself an intermediate yogi, so I thought I knew much more than I actually did. But, ya'll know how much I value knowledge, so I had a ball soaking up all I could.

I also interviewed a few men, and a few non-yoga practitioners who are in the wellness/healing space. Because that's what this is all about: healing! People of color, especially Black women in America need to heal, and I think yoga is a great way to start that process.

Listen to new episodes of Podcasting Is the New Kink! on Wednesdays starting May 1st.

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Don't get me wrong, it started off kind of great. In the first few days of January, I got great news. There was interest in my podcasting program from The Boys and Girls Club, and I was accepted into The Blox, The Largest Competition TV Show On The Planet For Startups! These were great accomplishments that gave me hope for my future. I thought, "If 2024 is already starting off like this, what the hell does the rest of the year have in store?!" Well, January was far from over, and I was getting ready to find out.

My birthday is in January and for the past few years I've had some kind of dope celebration with my loved ones. I had planned for this year to be the same, but you know what they say about making plans. For some reason, nothing was working out for me. The places I wanted to go either didn't have my date available, cost too much, or was further than I wanted to travel. So I gave in to the flow and played it safe: one dinner with some of my girls and a separate dinner with my partner. It seemed simple enough.

The day before my birthday, my partner got a call, or should I say, the call. His grandmother's health was declining and it was time to say goodbye. So, I immediately canceled my birthday plans, and we made our way to her. She passed away on January 21st, my birthday, and I received the gift if grief. Three weeks later my partner the other call. This time it was about his grandfather. He passed away on February 7th. His mother's mother and his father's father.

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk about this experience. I share the highs and lows that we went through in this short time. And, I discuss the 3 lessons I learned:

1. Celebrate yourself
2. Stay grounded
3. Don't wait until tomorrow

I also talk about the future of Pink Lady Productions and Podcasting Is the New Kink!, and what you can expect this year.

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This episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! is the first solo episode I've done in a while. It will be a recap of all the interviews this season, and I'm going to share my favorite moments and lessons.

Season 6 started off with the relationship experts, the Black love gurus, if you will. The first interview was with the Amazing Clarks, Anthony and Melanie. Their relationship is goals! They talked about spirituality outside of religion, trading gifts with your partner, the importance of vulnerability, and so much more. One of my favorite lessons was the one about fighting to grow instead of fighting to win! Melanie talked about making your partner a loser when you fight to win. And how do you think you will treat a loser?

The next interview was with Bee and Dee Hendershot, of the Truth and Coffee Time Podcast. Let me tell you right now, most of my laughter is usually edited out, but I was laughing so much during this interview that it just wasn't an option. They are hilarious! We talked about being a Black and white couple in the south, bringing baggage into your relationship, the importance and levels of honest and transparency, and more. We also talked about giving your partner grace and space. It seems like such a simple task, but it isn't always easy. When you are in the heat of things you want to solve problems right then and there. But that isn't always possible and pushing isn't always productive.

The last expert interview was the craziest! Lol. Snooks and Lovey Cason are Married Into Crazy and in this episode they share the wild introduction to their love story. We talk about overcoming adversity and bouncing back stronger, the role of God in their relationship, the importance of respect and much more. They even made CRAZY an acronym standing for compassionate, real, accountable, zealous, and yielding - pillars to build your relationship on.

I learned so much from these experts, but I also learned from the newbies. And I definitely enjoyed the conversations.

My sister-cousin Amber and her boo Dre talked about the importance of really getting to know your partner instead of chasing titles.

My bestest friend Nay and her fiance David shared their experience with therapy and how it propelled them to the next level in their relationship.

And my brother Vee and his wife Teah describe how they manifested their marriage by walking the walk and using the power of partnership.

I thought the last episode would be the last episode, but the I felt like this season deserved a recap because it was full of gems! I'm grateful to everyone who participated and to you the audience for listening. Thank you for making this season as awesome as it was.

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Role fluidity is about letting go of traditional gender norms and playing to your strengths. Like, when the Amazing Clarks had their newborn baby and Anthony decided to stay home while Melanie went back to work. They talk about this in episode 32, the first part of their interview.

Authenticity means being yourself. Your full self! And choosing a partner that encourages you to do that. You want a partner that helps you grow, not shrink! In episode 40, Teah talks about how Vee does that for her.

Respect is the first step in every relationship, but especially an intimate partnership. Well it should be, anyway. How can you love someone you don't respect? Nay and David talk about the importance of respect in their relationship in episode 39.

Grace is something that many people don't think about when it comes to intimate partnerships but it is very necessary. People mess up and sometimes our partners need us to be a little kinder. Dee and Bee Hendershot talk about how they give each other "grace and space" in episode 35, the second part of their interview.

Honesty and Transparency go hand in hand. In episode 37, the second part of their interview, Snooks and Lovey talk about being real! Not using realness as a weapon, but as a tool. One you can especially use in conflict resolution.

Communication is the most important part! None of these concepts mean anything if you don't tell your partner. In episode 38, with Bamber and Dre, we talk about how people are so quick to chase a title that they don't take the time to get to know each other. And, that's why half of marriages fail.

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, my partner is back. I introduced him in episode 17, so check it out if you're interested in how we met and details about us. Today we're talking about these 6 topics. We define them and discuss what they mean to us.

We talk:

Role fluidity - 1:29

Authenticity - 9:21

Respect - 16:21

Honesty and Transparency - 24:59

Grace - 29:08

And communication - 33:24

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I share a great example of manifesting the marriage you want, with one of my best friends Vee, and his wife Teah.

We talk:

Managing your expectations - 10:45

Parenting teenagers - 20:16

How they manifested their relationship - 31:00

The power of partnership - 40:28

Advice for couples - 54:25

References

Podcasting Is the New Kink!: Review of HBO's Lovecraft Country, episode 11 and episode 12

Podcasting Is the New Kink!: Relationship Interviews, episode 36 and episode 37

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In episode #39 of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I sit down with my bestest friend in the universe and her man. Excuse me, her FIANCE! We catch up on topics like surrendering to the comfort that someone can bring into your life, being with someone who can understand your life, and having respect for your partner.

We talk:

What attracted them to each other - 10:34

Changes since they moved in together - 23:56

The importance of family in their lives - 32:44

Conflict resolution and couples therapy - 42:13

Advice for couples - 52:47

And more!

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The rest of part six of Podcasting Is the New Kink! will be interviews with some of my favorite people in the world and we are starting off with my sister-cousin Amber. Amber and her partner, Dre, have only been together for a few months, but I believe that you can learn from every situation, and I definitely learned a lot from this conversation.

We talk:

Putting your partner in their place - 11:27

Managing conflict - 21:50

Advice for couples - 29:16

Reasons we want to get married - 40:46

And much more!

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Now think about your romantic partnership? Do you have a set standard for how you will approach and handle conflict? This is one of the main topics we discussed in part 2 of my interview with Snooks and Lovey Cason. And then, they gave some amazing advice for couples, couples who want to work together, and podcasters.

We talk:

The importance of respect in a relationship - 1:34

Keeping the "main thing" the "main thing" - 11:17

What CRAZY really means - 15:18

Advice for working with your life partner - 23:38

The name "Podcasting Is the New Kink!" - 34:07

How you can get to know and work with Snooks and Lovey - 41:20

And more!

Check out Snooks and Lovey's website and Instagram, and listen to their podcast!

Episode References

Extreme Execution Certification with Dr. Eric Thomas

Gottman Institute

DISC Certifiication

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I share part one of my interview with the couple who "Married Into Crazy!"

We talk:

DISC Certification and what it is - 5:35

What made them stay together after all they went through - 15:36

Values that attract them to each other - 23:17

What has changed since they got married - 34:29

The role of God in their relationship - 38:59

And more!

Check out Snooks and Lovey's website and Instagram, and listen to their podcast!

Episode References

Extreme Execution Certification with Dr. Eric Thomas

Gottman Institute

DISC Certifiication

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Only you can answer these questions, but in this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, you can definitely gain some insight. This is the second part of my interview with Dee and Bee and it is filled with advice, stories, and laughter!

We talk:

Why they chose each other - 0:12

How their marriage helped mend Bee's relationship with his mom - 6:47

Bringing old baggage into a new relationship - 11:59

Honesty and transparency in relationships - 18:03

Advice for couples - 26:18

And more!

Check out Dee and Bee on their website and Instagram, and listen to their podcast!

Buy Dee's books and other merch here!

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This is one of the topics I covered in my interview with Dee and Bee Hendershot of the Truth and Coffee Time Podcast. This episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! is the first part of that interview.

We talk:

The many different parts of podcasting - 2:38

Being in an interracial relationship in the south - 9:08

How Dee and Bee met and how their relationship grew - 11:53

Their financial journey together - 21:10

What they learned from each other - 25:15

What their families thought of their relationship - 36:39

And more!

Check out Dee and Bee on their website and Instagram, and listen to their podcast!

Buy Dee's books and other merch here!

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Honestly, that was my favorite gem, but this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! is filled to the brim with them so I hope you are ready to take notes. This is part 2 of my interview with Melanie and Anthony.

We talk:

What has changed since they got married - 0:10

Being a complete and fulfilled person on your own - 8:09

Having a beautiful story about your partner - 16:53

Going within ourselves instead of blaming our partners - 26:07

Being attracted to each other to trade gifts - 31:03

Their whale story - 43:01

How being triggered affects all the past versions of ourselves - 51:10

And more!

Check out "The Amazing Clarks" on their website and Instagram. And listen to their podcast!

If you're interested in becoming a life coach, click here to check out their coaching academy.

Episode References

Crack the Code: The Secret to Achieving your Happily Ever After by Melanie and Anthony Clark

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Now this is something I've always "kind-of" known, but after speaking with "The Amazing Clarks," I am 100% advocating for it! Melanie and Anthony Clark are truly amazing, and in this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! you will see why.

We talk:

How their coaching business came to be - 1:48

The night they met - 9:13

How my partner and I started dating - 17:46

The importance of vulnerability - 23:51

Characteristics that are vital in a partner - 37:35

Role fluidity in partnership - 45:19

And more!

Check out "The Amazing Clarks" on their website and Instagram. And listen to their podcast!

If you're interested in becoming a life coach, click here to check out their coaching academy.

Episode References

Crack the Code: The Secret to Achieving your Happily Ever After by Melanie and Anthony Clark

S3 E17 Pink Lady and Partner on why love alone is not enough!

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk:

1. Predictions for season 2 of Kindred
2. The future of Podcasting Is the New Kink!
3. And more!

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk:

1. Dana's selfishness
2. Olivia's endurance
3. Kevin's naivety
4. Margaret's spitefulness
5. And more!

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Dana was also an advocate. She read to Rufus. She taught Carrie and Nigel. She stressed the importance of literacy. This is a theme that drove many of the storylines in Kindred, and today I'll mention others that did the same.

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk:

1. Fate
2. Blood vs. chosen family
3. Creation vs. reality
4. The importance of reading
5. And "good christian generosity"

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I talk:

1. Notable elements of the series
2. Details that stood out
3. Things I wish were different
4. And more!

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So I don't know if Kindred the novel was better than Kindred the series. But I do know that the creators made some interesting choices and I'm ready to discuss!

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk:

1. Differences in characters
2. Dana and Kevin's marital status
3. Dana's mom popping up in the past
4. And more!

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I talk about:

1. Kindred (book and series) details
2. Why I chose to review it on the podcast
3. And, how episodes will be organized for this part

Episode References:

Kindred on FX on Hulu

Kindred on IMDB

Kindred on Wikipedia

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Shout to to Mr. Amari Leach, Blogger and Owner of Tea With T LLC, for winning our Giveaway! Find him on TikTok, Instagram, and Youtube. And click here to shop his merch store!

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk:

1. Why we celebrate 25 episodes
2. Why it’s so important to share your story
3. Giveaway announcement
4. What to expect next from Podcasting Is the New Kink!
5. And more!

Episode References:

• Podcast Business Journal
• The Podcast Index
• ListenNotes
• PodNews
• Open Source Podcast
• Dem Bois Podcast
• Feedspot
• Kindred book
• Kindred show

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk:

1. What I learned from this season
2. What you can expect coming soon
3. The differences between a podcast producer and a podcast coach
4. And more!

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! we talk:

1. The importance of visibility, especially for Trans folks
2. Challenges Shawn faced starting his podcast
3. How Pink Lady Productions helped him
4. And more!

To learn more about Shawn, check out his links below:

Instagram @demboisinc

Website dembois.org

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, we talk:

1. Our humble beginnings as high school friends
2. Creating boundaries and being transparent when working together
3. The power of storytelling
4. How Pink Lady Productions helped him podcast better
5. And more!

To learn more about Mark, check out his links below:

Instagram @marktravrivera

Tik Tok @marktravrivera

Newsletter Mark's Weekly Newsletter

LinkTree @marktravrivera

Episode References:

Dem Bois Podcast

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, we talk:

1. Guilt women (especially moms) feel about being "busy"
2. Active listening vs. passive listening
3. Excuses that stop you from starting your podcast
4. And more!

To learn more about my momma (Doris), check out her links below:

Website dreamsfulfillededs.com

Instagram @doris_arnettgary

80sHeavies lnks:

Website 80sheavies.com

Instagram @80sheavies

Catalogue This Is My Story - This Is My Song

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, we talk:

1. Leaning into the things you are curious about
2. Our love for working the youth
3. What we've learned from working with each other
4. And more!

To learn more about Erin, check out her links below:

Website erinpompa.com

Instagram @erinpspeaks

Tik Tok @erinpompa

Episode References:

We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers

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In this episode of of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I talk:

1. Why I’m sharing these interviews
2. What to expect in this part
3. Podcast interviewing 101 tips

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In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink! I talk:

1. My religious upbringing and how that started my journey
2. How I dealt with trauma and healing 
3. Becoming the spiritual me

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Yes we loved each other, and yes we wanted to be in a relationship, but we had to learn how to show love to one another and how to be in a romantic partnership together. And we had to learn all the other stuff that no one tells you about living and growing together. So I wanted to share all of that with you and today you have it.

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, my partner and I talk:

1. How we met and started dating
2. Our love languages and communication styles
3. How our relationship works

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It wouldn't be until years and a worldwide pandemic later that I actually felt like I could be my full self. It would take a lot of slowing down and self-reflection, but I would get there eventually, and it would be the best thing I ever did for myself.

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I talk:

1. Feeling like I had to keep my personal and professional lives separate
2. Why and How I started to incorporate both
3. What I’ve learned from being an entrepreneur

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For years I though there was something wrong with me because I wasn't only attracted to men. My attraction was like a spectrum that just kept growing and growing. And it wasn't until college that I had to unlearn and relearn the truth about myself. The truth is that I'm not broken. I never have been. God doesn't make mistakes right? And he was right on the money with me!

In this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, I share my queer journey. I talk about:

1. How I knew I was queer
2. How that conflicted with my religious upbringing
3. My “not coming out” story

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Check out this episode of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, where I take you on the hair journey that taught me just that!

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So welcome to part 3 of Podcasting Is the New Kink!, Sharing More of Me!

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Stay tuned for part 3 of Podcasting Is the New Kink! where I will talk about the journeys that have led me to me.

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References:

Howard University

Matt Ruff

Maya Phillips

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References:

Dance Boss Podcast

Up and Vanished - S1

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References:

Rosa L. Parks Arts High School

Dance Boss

Dem Bois

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