Sweet Tea and Sunshine's Show: Recent Episodes
Sweet Tea and Sunshine
Real Talk from two moms, wives, educators and entrepreneurs sharing girl time. The fusion of two worlds.
Sharifa and Kisha speak on thier newest platform. God Honors Marriage group on FB and @godhonorsmarriage on IG. Listen and Join in!!!
Sharifa and Kisha discuss purchasing power in a home... also does your husband have a committee that makes decisions for the home?
Lets talk Friend Fix, Netflix and why our kids need our snacks instead of all you can eat OREOS during the Shelter in Place of 2020.
We talk about the when to say when about raising adults instead of raising children. FAQ...
What happens when distractions take over? How do you get back in flow? Sharifa and Kisha discuss how they maneuver through these challenges.
Sharifa and Kisha have a friend fix about the struggle between faith and striving.
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Sharifa and Kisha discuss the disparities between teachers who teach in low performing schools vs other teaching jobs. Weaponizing data and test scores should be a crime but it is a common practice used to motivate or humiliate depending on the perspective. Kisha weighs in on the Stacie McClam interview about teacher trauma.
Sharifa welcomes a fellow California Girl, Author Stacie McClam. They discuss teacher trauma, self care and how to transition skills to working outside of the classroom. A discussion every teacher needs to hear.
We give you an update on how our podcast has evolved over the 2 years. Thank you for listening and supporting our mission to impact lives in a unique and necessary way!
A wonderful Friend Fix. A new game to play when you and your friends get together!
Kisha Talks about trying to avoid extra curricular activities while Sharifa weighs in on "Bleacher refs and coaches"
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We talk about Black History Month Doors and about the teachers response to pressures buy administrators or principals.
Friend Fix: Black Shoes and tidying up.
Teacher Talk: How long should you work before wanting to step into leadership?
Feelings: Time for your check up!! Sharifa anf Kisha share medical setbacks and plans for taking back thier calendars.
Teach Your Heart Out Conference in Atlanta (March)
Lovers and Friends Marriage Retreat in September
Quick update on our full swing from the school house.
A full re-cap of our Lovers and Frinds Marriage Retreat.
We discuss the book "When Sorry Isn't Enough" by Gary Chapman
Show Notes
If you are not going to stop buying for your youngest child, the hand me down system will not work.
Consider trying the clothing capsule (4 bottoms and several tops that coordinate with all bottoms)
No one who lives to 100 says that they stayed in the house and read the obituary every day...they all say that they go outside, walk around, get some exercise and have a positive mindset.
Dr. Valmarie Rhoden shares her most memorable memory as a teacher.
Getting mentally prepared for school is going school numb for a period of time, set boundaries on involvement with communication, then have a time of reflection to be thankful for the time that we are blessed with during our summer (sleeping in late, getting some sun, time with family, naps).
Gone are the days of sharing our great ideas and not leveraging the value of our minds as educators.
We must make the shift of educator to business person. Ask yourself...what is it that I am bringing to my colleagues that people want so badly.
Give yourself credit; Your ideas are worth getting paid for.
Be sure to keep small things small in the classroom...remove your emotional self from the situation and look for the cause of the action.
Love the skin that you are in...beauty is temporary, happiness is forever!!! Be sure to take care of the body that you have been blessed with by eating right, exercise, and rest.
Always reflect on the why as it pertains to your career; stay transparent with your kids with a balance between sharing just enough, but not too much to make the students lose respect.
Take the chance to pour into the students that you DON’T KNOW will be successful. You never know what type of future your moment of belief could catapult a student into.
Don’t pick and choose who will and won’t be successful in your classroom. You never know!
We have no idea what type of triggers the children of immigrants are experiencing; be sensitive and don’t ignore the issues.
Show Notes:
Show students that you are exactly who you say you are...be the same person each day. Kids who are experiencing fear and trauma need you to be consistent.
Recap of the show:
--Don’t fall for thirst traps...they could be detrimental to your health.
--Take what you see on social media lightly and be available on social media and in real life. We are still human and need real human connections.
--Things to consider: if you are implementing flexible seating, begin with the end in mind. --You should begin with the end in mind with classroom management as well as standards.
-- Keep Tidal if you are a fan of Beyonce!!
Kisha and Sharifa dissect their experience at The United State of Women Summit in Los Angeles. Take aways include:
-Michelle Obama and Tracy Ellis Ross stand
-Male Mediocrity in education
-Hispanic Voice in action
-Unification of women
-Jane Fonda drops the mic
-The restaurant industry being a breeding ground for #metoo
We also had to unfold 3 moments where Bad and Bougie almost ruined the fun...
Shout out to:
Tanika Valbrun (The White Dress Project),
https://thewhitedressproject.org
ShaDonna Deneen(Photographer/Activist),
@thenshesnapped (IG)
Madame Ghandi (Drummer/Activist),
https://madamegandhi.blog/
Erica Thomas (Georgia State Representative)
https://electericathomas.com
Stacy Abrams (Governor candidate)
https://staceyabrams.com/
Sharifa and Kisha catch up on relaxation strategies, concert decisions and weigh in on Bill Cosby.
They also look at the worst poses on Instagram... It you're doing these things STOP and join us in Atlanta for our next Friend Fix!!!
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Friend Fix: What is the best way to network? Kisha and Sharifa share some tips
Wear What Win: Getting your groove back in style.
Elephant: Pay for your own appreciation?
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Friend Fix: Sharifa and Kisha weigh in on the horrible comparison bug...
Budget in marriage talk
Elephant in t he room: The Opioid Crisis compared to the Crack Epidemic
Wear What When: Wearing white year round?
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Join as we share tips on our walk with entrepreneurship. This marketing guru shares the secret behind remaining human through partner marketing. Check out her book here! Who knows you may even get it for free!
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Teacher Talk Episode that was almost a lost file. Sharifa and Kisha have a guest voicemail answering the question "Should teachers have guns in the classroom?"
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Kisha and Sharifa discuss the fall out of intercessory prayer and business. The offspring force them to look closer are commitment to extra-curricular activities.
Question of the week: Who inspires you to use your powers for the good?
Wear What When (W3) - recap the items that they love and areas of conviction!
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Happy Anniversary to the podcast!! Sharifa and Kisha take a look at thier year and the individual growth.
The topic of devalue came up and of course they have to share their remedy.
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This teacher talk discusses the flu from an education point of view. Do you send the kids anyway? Elephant in the room gets really heated and Students discover a teachers fashion fail! Wear What Win to the rescue!!!
How do Daddy Daughter Dances affect a relationship?
Galentines prep is in the works
Constructive Criticism or Feedback: we deliver the Build,Burn Build also known as the Positive Sandwich Method to communicate critique to our loved ones.
Elephant in the room: Justin doesn't get a pass for his Super Bowl Halftime......Netflix may get one this time though..
Wear What Win: We continue to look at "Things That Make you Look Sloppy"
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Well its Awards Season and we look at some of the major social stands and wins so far this year. Kisha tries to understand the This is Us craze. We discuss how our parents still play a role in raising us.
Elephant in the Room is about Reciprocity. Are you receiving and giving? We dissect the world of event invites and home invites.
We are so proud to debut our newest segment Wear What Win where we begin to delve into the details behind looking neater. Stay tuned this is going to be the ultimate ride.
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LIVE from Jamaica!! We were able to sneak away to discuss how to invite the right mix on a group travel trip. Check out www.theteashine.com to read the show notes.
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Sharifa and Kisha talk about the next half of the school year and share some great advice about showing your crazy!!
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Happy New Year from Sweet Tea and Sunshine! Lets talk about resolutions and plans for the year. Do you have a word for the year?
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Last podcast of the year and Kisha and Sharifa talk about using your gifts in the classroom.
Sharifa and Kisha are forced to spend quality time with family and friends during a storm.
The #metoo campaign is the Elephant in the room
Elf on the Shelf issues arise for the children
Emoji color preference anyone?
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As the end of the semester comes rolling in its time to discuss standardized testing woes.
Vibe Tribes are essential to teacher survival. Can you recognize anyone described in our fun assessment of the personality types that are hard to vibe with?
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What kind of gifts do you give co-workers?
Kisha and Sharifa discuss personal feelings on Black Friday, work gifts and personal style surveys.
How do you address the Libyan slave trade industry?
The ladies step into an unpleasant discussion about how to solve or at least take steps to understand public slave auctions.
Should GoFundMe have an application process?
They weigh in on appropriate and inappropriate uses of crowdfunding.
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In this Teacher Talk Episode, Kisha and Sharifa discuss teachers who soak up and hide from shining. Also, how valuable it is to take responsibility when you aren't doing the right thing. Administrators and teachers can get on the same page through a clear understanding of roles and accountability.
Question: Does staying late make you a better teacher?
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Kisha and Sharifa talk Favorite Thanksgiving dishes during Friend Fix
We Got to do Better: Black Friday Fail and Small Business Saturday Wins
Sharing: Our views on sharing food and theories on Christmas gift giving.
Friend Fix Marriage Edition announcement!!! http://bit.ly/teashines
Teachers Talk is a short episode for educators by educators. This week we talk about fear in the school. How does it happen? How does it affect staff morale? Should it be used on students? Are teachers scared of students? Should they be?
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Friend Fix Episode!!!! The ladies answer the question: What are you scared of?
Elephant in the Room: Is coming out a surprise anymore and Wendy takes a tumble.
We Got to Do Better: Does social media show you who your favorite child is?
Wear What When: Underwear Talk, panties and bra opinions..
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Sharifa and Kisha are LIVE from the Teach Your Heart Out Conference in Houston. This episode features rock star teacher presenters and amazing teacher participants. The topics are Mental Health Days, Something New and Go-to Outfits! Check out www.teachyourheartoutcon.com and thewrightstuffchicks.com for more information.
Teacher Contributors
Jennifer Jones www.HelloLiteracy.com
Kayla Delzer www.TopDogTeaching.com
Vera Corbett www.Thetututeacher.com
Are you a creative? Do you have a collective tribe that enhances your ideas? How do you manage your creative spirit in this busy world? Is courage a component to creativity?
These questions and so much more are addressed! Don't forget to visit us on FB Sweet Tea and Sunshine and Instagram @teashines
Friend Fix: Sharifa and Kisha catch up on October festivities including Sharifa's new kitten, Halloween costumes and follow up the change of hair dresser.
Teacher Talk: Kisha feels mommy pressure to help "A" and "B" thrive in math. Question: Should you pressure your children to do better than yourself in school?
Sweet Tea: Alumni 40 Under 40 announcements have surfaced.
Elephant in the Room: Sharifa weights in on the Cam Newton mania and the word "FEMALES" . Kisha focuses on makin' "Money Moves".
Also join us in Houston for the Teach Your Heart Out Conference Mixer!!!!!
A spotlight on a few things:
We conclude the 9 Ways to Tell if you Need New Friends. Address the issues or hit the delete button.
Focus: Why do we feel the need to say NO and follow it up with an explanation or justification.
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Friend Fix: Hair Decisions, friends disciplining friends kids
Teacher Talk: Good Cop Bad Cop
Relax Relate Release: Hour Power
Elephant in the Room: NFL Boycott
Bad Friend follow up
ESS: Educator Season Syndrome- Sharifa and Kisha @teashines discuss the symptoms and anecdote to this horrible phenomenon.
Friend Fix: What is your crazy?
Teacher Talk: Discipline Decisions
Elephant in the Room: Hurricane Tales
Teas Shines: Productive Habits
Sharifa and Kisha dive into education issues and reform with Educational Leader and founder of EdCollab Atlanta.
Friend Fix : eyelashes equal youth
Elephant in the room: Should the demographics of the school equal the demographics of the teacher.
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We begin our series of "Bad Friend/Good Friend" also @teashines discuss mentorship in this phase of our lives.
Teacher Talk: student mentors and solar eclipse
Elephant in the Room: What does an anti-protester have to do with Charlottesville, Virginia murder?
The weekend challenge continues
Friend Fix: Text or Talk?
Back to school shopping woes
Rep. Maxine Waters aka "Auntie Maxine" strikes again
Feminism vs Chivalry
New Book alerts
Sweet Tea and Sunshine wrap up the summer with a live event and recording featuring Mrs. Tanika Valburn, Founder and CEO of The White Dress Project for Fibroids Awareness Month. Friends and fans participate in our Friend Fix discussion.
The Husbands weigh in on travelling disputes.
Sweet Tea and Sunshine share marriage secrets and tales
Friend Fix: Married Edition.....
Friend Fix: What to wear on vacation and catch up time
Relax Relate Release: shopping with family?
Elephant in the Room: Serena's pics and Do Pretty Girls like Trap Music?
Is there ever an excuse to be rude? Ladies?
Tales of women coming of age.....shaving and such
Featuring World Famous and Debt Doctors with their opinions on vasectomy procedures and Fathers Day Gifts.
Friend Fix: Huge announcement!
Elephant: Paris Agreement and Shea Moisture
Sweet Tea : Comedy wins
Tea Shines: Energy Suckers and Oprah
Friend Fix: Sharing Food and Man Rompers
Teacher Talk: Not So Honors Awards
Relax Relate Release: Kids at the spa?
A brief elephant in the room about clean food labels and Viola Davis.
The segment focuses on how we deal with our HUGE EGO.
Friend Fix: Oh the ways we speak...
Teacher Talk: Teacher of the Year and Serious about Graduation
Elephant in the room: Devos follow-up
Teashines for the soul: Gratefulness
Friend Fix: We fall down
Teacher Talk: Absent at the end
Guest Elephant in the Room: Dr. Melissa Noland-Chester of Black Educators Rock speaks with us about Betsy Devos and her HBCU Commencement speech.
Teashines for the Soul: Personality Traits
Friend Fix dissects Jealous Friends and Marriage Trip Tales
Sweet Tea brings some big announcements
Relax Relate Release discusses journaling, devotionals and vision boards
The Elephant in the Room and Microaggressions
Teas Shines encourages finding your flow.
Special Guests give a man's perspective.
The i85 Atlanta traffic tragedy
To wax or not to wax
Single International Travel
This week:
Mommy Madness in the great exit
Teachers Talk Fashion
Ways to relax relate release
Teashines for the soul: Inspiration
This week we discuss:
Life Catch-up
Education Tales
TV Sweeps
Self Help
The Elephant in the Room
Tales of Field Trips
Health and Fitness fumbles
Coffee Debates
Self Care tips
Oscars Recap