The Conversation: Outspoken and Opinionated: Recent Episodes
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The Conversation: Outspoken and Opinionated is dedicated to starting conversations about important(and not so important) issues in our society. We tackle mental health awareness, pop culture, marriage, racism, entrepreneurship and much more.
A candid Conversation with Keturah Kendrick where she will be joining me to talk about navigating society as a black woman and the strength it takes to choose the right path for you, instead of bending yourself to fit the mold of what the world wants you to be.
In the spirit of #internationalwomensday and #womenshistorymonth, we brought two incredibly powerful and trailblazing women on the show for a conversation on female entrepeneurship, carving a space for yourself a patriarchal society and creating opportunities for other women to grow and thrive. Tania Abraham is a Climate Change and Urban Sanitation Specialist with the World Bank. Since joining the Bank, she has worked with the Climate Change Group and the Urban Resilience and Land Global Practice, where she has focused on the development of methodologies and guidance to assess climate adaptation and resilience throughout the World Bank Portfolio. More recently, she has begun working with other Multi-development Banks to establish an assessment framework in support of the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development goals, which will enable countries to shift to low-carbon and climate resilient pathways while pursuing their core development goals. Kuki Vincent Osei's two most important identities are Mother and Entrepreneur. She has a two year old son named Kreed and is also the owner of Kreed Hair, a local kids hair care brand http://www.kreedhaircare.com (www.kreedhaircare.com). Kuki founded Kreed Hair to create hair products made specifically for black children's hair. Kreed Hair Kare is a carefully created kids brand that locks in moisture and helps to promote growth with its naturally formulated products made from the best organic, sulfate, paraben free and non animal tested blends. 6 weeks into her pregnancy with Kreed, Kuki was diagnosed with Leukemia and after being able to deliver a happy and healthy baby boy, she wanted to pay it forward to anyone who finds themselves in the same position she was in by adding a social responsibility component to Kreed Hair Kare where 10% of their yearly proceeds go to Leukemia Research.
Motherhood. It’s what’s expected of every woman and after birth, often becomes their identity. But what happens to women who do not want to be mothers? What happens to women who want children but do not want to go through the stress and pain of carrying and birthing a child? Are they any less of a mother? Is their child any less theirs? The answer is an obvious no, but to some, that is not the case. Traditionalism has limited the idea of “motherhood” to those who bear and birth their children and we need to further broaden that idea to remove the stigma and alienation around non-traditional mothers. We as a society need to recognize that to carry and give birth requires far more of the mother than what we see in pictures, posts and the media. The toll that a baby in utero takes on a woman’s body is extensive and long lasting. The effects of pregnancy does not end at birth. The physical and mental toll that having a child takes on a woman can be deadly. Yet we’ve isolated women in this experience. A woman’s choice to not bear children needs to be normalized and respected. It is important to recognize and understand that women are not human incubators. And to be a mother means a whole lot more than just having carried and given birth to a baby. A good mother is reflected in the love they give their child.
How does being a believer and a church member affect or impact one's relationship with their partner? How do you find a balance between the two? How do you manage the pressures of the church on your marriage and vice versa?
For many, it is a dream sold by Disney with the reality being far less “happy”. The end goal when beginning new relationships for many is marriage, a family and a live spent well together. But what happens to those who get married and realize that they aren’t a good fit together?
Our society’s default perception and understanding of relationships and by extension, love is through the lens of heteronormativity. This assumption has severely limited our understanding of love, relationships and each other. Love is fluid. It is a state of mind and being but how can we recognize love if we restrict it within the confines of a heteronormative society and understanding? How does your gender identity(s) impact your relationships? What role-if any, does gender play in love? What does love(and sex) look like in a heterosexual, queer, polyamorous relationship? What are the differences? What are the similarities?
How do we show our love for others? How do we let them know how much they mean to us when words are so limited and the feeling of being in love or simply loving another person is so vast and seemingly inexplicable? What does love mean to you?
Beko Mantein is a pharmacist, host of "Life and Money" podcast and subject matter expert on how to gain financial independence and live your best life now. Mantein joins me this episode to educate us on how to better manage our mind, money and time.
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Preston Mitchum is an unapologetically Black and queer civil rights advocate, public speaker, writer, and professor hailing from Ohio and residing in the nation’s capital. He is the Director of Advocacy and Government Affairs at The Trevor Project, the Senior Policy Analyst at the Center for Health and Gender Equality, the Judicial Law Clerk to the Honorable S. Pamela Gray and the Honorable Errol R. Arthur, and was a Policy Analyst with the Center for American Progress’ LGBT Research and Communications department. At CAP, he published over 15 columns on workplace discrimination, health, the school-to-prison pipeline, and social commentary on hot-button issues. He also co-authored a groundbreaking report, “Beyond Bullying: How Hostile School Climate Perpetuates the School-to-Prison Pipeline for LGBT Youth. In this episode, Preston will discuss black queer advocacy and safe spaces for members of the LGBTQ community. Learn more about Preston's efforts and journey here:
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Leigh Cowen, the Founder and Director of "Mens Mental Health Australia", a non profit organization with a mission to create awareness and motivate perceptional change about men's mental health, and create a safe space that supports men in getting the help and services they need. The organization also assists men with subsidized therapy services, medications, and additional services to support them through their mental health journey. Leigh joins me in this episode to discuss his organization, efforts and men's mental health awareness.
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C. Thomas is a poet, host, author, orator, teaching artist and an amplified voice through art, teaching and advocating for the benefit of Child Abuse survivors, The Black Lives Matter, Mental Health, SGL (Same Gender Loving) and the LGBTQ+ community. Named a Pioneer of Poetry by NUSPA (National Underground Spoken Word Poetry Awards) in 2015, C. Thomas has stunned audiences at Studio 2001 Art Gallery, Busboys and Poets, Angelina College, Howard University, Prince George's Community College, Thomas Jefferson University, Old Dominion University, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Glen Forest Elementary School, Carlos Rosario International Charter School, and Journey of Faith United Methodist Church. 1 in 6 boys are sexually abused before their 18th birthday. C. Thomas joins me this episode to help remove the stigma and shame surrounding male sexual assault and abuse.
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Chiquita Afuluenu is the CEO of West Tourism Management. Launched in 2015, this boutique tour operator is known for providing unique experiences in African destinations with a special focus on luxury, responsible tourism, and tourism investment relations. With over a decade of experience in the industry, along with an advance Diploma in Travel & Tourism from The Institute of Travel & Tourism of The Gambia. It is truly safe to say that hospitality and tourism is her greatest passion, most especially in the African context. Ms. Afuluenu is recognized for exceeding client expectations through her strong work ethic, leadership and administrative skills, attention to detail, and dedication to exemplary service. She excels in multi-tasking in a fast paced environment, and completing projects within time and budget constraints. Her effective management style encourages a collaborative team effort creating a unique and rewarding experience for customers and building a loyal client base. Chiquita joins me this episode to discuss Liberian tourism and travel.
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C. Patrick Burrowes is Liberia’s leading historian. His books include "Between the Kola Forest and the Salty Sea: A History of the Liberian People Before 1800", "Black Christian Republicanism: The Writings of Hilary Teage (1805-1853)", "Founder of Liberia", and (with D. Elwood Dunn and Amos J. Beyan) "The Historical Dictionary of Liberia". He has been published widely in highly-regarded scholarly journals. His research has received awards from the International Communication Association and the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communications. From 1995 to 1998, Burrowes served as the Carter G. Woodson Distinguished Professor of Journalism at Marshall University. He is one of only two dozen persons of African descent ever appointed to an endowed chair in the history of the U. S. He was later a tenured professor of communication and humanities at Penn State University. Burrowes holds a B. A. in Journalism (Cum Laude), Howard University, 1976; M. A. in Communications, Syracuse University, 1979; and Ph. D. in Communications, Temple University, 1994. He is joining me this episode to share his wealth of knowledge on Liberia's history.
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Dawn Mai Padmore is a Liberian classical singer and recitalist. Padmore has appeared in a variety of concerts featuring African music, including a performance in New York's 2006 "African Music Symposium". She was invited to sing at the inauguration of the Republic of Liberia’s President, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, the first female African president. She has also performed for Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Bishop Desmond Tutu in Minneapolis as part of the annual National Youth Leadership Council’s conference. Dawn will be joining me this episode to discuss the roots and authenticity of Liberian music. Learn more about Dawn and her talents here https://www.instagram.com/maisiepadmore/
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Chantal Victoria (Chantal Victoria Bright) is a first-generation Liberian American. Due to the civil wars in Liberia, her family sought refuge in the United States, where she grew up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She holds a master’s degree in Environmental Management from the University of Pennsylvania and a bachelor’s degree in English and Political Science (dual course) from Seton Hall University. Chantal is pursuing a PhD in Geography and her research sits at the nexus of water security, peace and fragility in Liberia from an African ecofeminist perspective at the University of Manchester (United Kingdom). Chantal is joining me this episode to celebrate Liberia and discuss her book series about important social, political and infrastructure issues like water access, sanitation, friendship, culture, family and more.
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Mahmud Johnson is an entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of J-Palm Liberia. J-Palm Liberia @jpalmlib was founded in 2013 and is dedicated to creating oil palm-based consumer goods and clean energy solutions for consumers through a no-waste manufacturing process. Before J-Palm Liberia’s launch, Mr. Johnson worked part-time as the Senior Economic Analyst at Aurora Solutions- a strategy consulting company that works at the intersection of business strategy and economic development in Liberia. In addition to his company and consulting work at USAID and Insight Entreprise Consulting, he also worked directly with in-school youth through a project started in 2012 called the iTeach, iLearn Fellowship. Through this programme, Mr. Johnson mentoredand tutored talented young Liberians applying to international universities. He will be joining us on this episode to Celebrate Entrepreneurship in Liberia, The Oldest African Country. Learn more about Mahmud's efforts and journey here: https://instagram.com/mahjohns?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/mahjohns?utm_medium=copy_link)
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Tasha Lallemand is a strong believer of grace, hair and makeup Artist(MUA), trauma survivor and the proud Mama of the podcast "Confession of a Christian Girl". She joins us this episode to discuss the ups and downs of the Church. Learn more about Tasha here:
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Jada Mayson is a singer and songwriter whose vocal prowess has been likened to many Gospel music icons such as Cece Winans and Tasha Cobbs. Jada has appeared on ABC News, CNN Talkback Live, the Star Ledger Newspaper among others for her academic achievements. In December 2018, Jada released Son of God, Son of Mine which was co-written by international music producer Cobhams Asuquo. "Son of God, Son of Mine" is a powerful ballad in which she delivers an emotionally soul-stirring performance conveying Mary’s perspective as the Mother of Jesus. Her latest single is a remake of the song "Call the Name Jesus". She resides in Plainfield, New Jersey where she practices law as a Defense Attorney and she enjoys a fulfilling life with her husband Stanley and their three children, Naomi, Nehemiah, and Noah. Learn more about Jada's efforts and journey here: https://instagram.com/jadamaysonmusic?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/jadamaysonmusic?utm_medium=copy_link)
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Rev Zangai Peabody is an associate pastor at Harvest Intercontinental Church-Olney(formerly Bethel World Outreach Church). Ram Oula is a registered psych nurse and host of “Pray with Ram”, a live prayer forum. In this episode, they will join me to discuss "Prayer", a word we take for granted. Ought we to do so? What do we mean by prayer? What does the word mean in the Christian context? Almost always when we talk about prayer we refer to something we do. From that standpoint, questions problems, confusion, discouragement and illusions multiply. Our Christian knowledge assures us that prayer is essentially what God does, how God addresses us, looks at us. And what God is doing for us is giving us the Divine Self in love. What then is the core of the central message of the revelation of Jesus? It is the unconditional love of God for us, for each one of us. God the unutterable, incomprehensible Mystery, the Reality of all reality, the Life of all Life. And this means that divine Love desires to communicate its Holy Self to us. Learn more about Ram's efforts and journey here:
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Lisa Stanford, Ray Williams and Ebere Okoye join us in this episode that focuses on the "What", "WHY" and "How" of death-one of the most common experiences we all have in common yet deal with so differently. Learn more about Lisa and Ray's efforts and journey here: https://instagram.com/lisannmarie_?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/lisannmarie_?utm_medium=copy_link)
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Women all around the world are breaking glass ceilings in political spaces...joining the conversation tonight are two powerful political back women across the globe making a difference . Madame Edith Gongloe-Weh is the former Superintendent of Nimba County,Liberia and a female politician representing the voice of all women across the Liberian political spectrum. Her vision for Nimba County is to provide a strong leadership to shape the social, political and economic destiny of the County.
Representative Naquetta Ricks, is a Liberian-American politician, businesswoman, and accountant serving as a member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 40th district. Elected in November 2020, she assumed office on January 13, 2021. In this episode, Ricks and Gongloe-Weh join us to discuss the pros and cons of running a political campaign as a woman.
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Kayce Munyeneh matriculated from Columbia College with a Bachelor’s in Political Science and Georgetown University with a Masters in Leadership (Organizational Development). She started her career as a Grants Management Specialist for the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office, working on Violence Against Women’s Act grants and compliance. She also worked in concert with the South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA) to support the Hope Lights Project for Sexual Assault Victims. In her free time, Munyeneh sells real estate, serves as a Mount Hope Commission Board Member, Ward 4 Councilmember, and Vice Mayor for the Town of Cheverly. In this episode Munyeneh joins us to discuss her accomplishments and road to becoming the Vice-Mayor of Cheverly. Learn more about Kayce's efforts and journey here:
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Sia Finoh is the Founder and CEO of Education for Africans a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization with an extensive outlook on human and women's rights impacting communities worldwide. She is also a politician preparing to run for councilwoman of Prince George's county. In this episode, Finoh is joining us to discuss running for councilwoman and being a black woman in politics. Learn more about Sia's efforts and campaign here:
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"Women have been speaking but this is the time for us to listen" Cyvette M. Gibson is the tenth Mayor of Paynesville, Liberia. Mayor Gibson has been a community advocate for many years, working over the past 17 years in women’s empowerment, legal, and city administration in Liberia and the United States. She was appointed as acting Mayor on November 14, 2012- the youngest mayor in the country. Gibson has focused her administration on improving and empowering communities in Paynesville by providing infrastructure, education, access to employment and entrepreneurship, and basic services such as water, energy, sanitation, housing, health, and safety. In this episode, Gibson joins us to discuss taking African politics by storm and what it means to be a female politician. Learn more about Cyvette's efforts and journey here:
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Barkue Tubman -Zawolo, wife and mother of triplets has made a name for herself in the Entertainment Industry across the World . Known as the original "Boss Chick" and the "Fixer", Barkue founded Miss Boss Lady Entertainment in 2002 after a successful tenure as a music executive in the United States. The company rebranded as MBL International Group in 2008 after expanding the agency's capabilities and experiencing exponential client growth. Barkue is a trailblazing entrepreneur with many successful businesses including, "The Capital Room" an elegant luxury lounge nestled in the heart of Monrovia, Liberia, in the historical Mamba Point area, as well as her podcast, "Conversation with Boss Ladies", on which she showcases boss ladies from around the world to help inspire and educate the global lady on what she dubs "The Boss Chick Effect." In this episode, Barkue will be joining us to discuss what it takes to be an entrepreneur, innovator and "Boss Chick." Learn more about Barkue and how to be a "Boss Chick" here: https://instagram.com/barkue?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/barkue?utm_medium=copy_link) Follow us on instagram/YouTube and never miss a live show here:
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Asatu Shanon is the investment and strategy advisor and co-owner of Daily Goods Inc. In this episode, she breaks down the logistics, importance and benefits of investing back into the African economy. Follow Asatu and learn more about how to invest in Africa here: https://instagram.com/supersatu?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/supersatu?utm_medium=copy_link) Follow us on instagram/YouTube and never miss a live show here:
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Vannice McCoy is an alignment and Career Coach and the owner of Vannice Consults LLC. Her life's mission is to ensure no other woman has to feel the pain of career frustration, which is why she created the course “The Career Roadmap”. A guide meant to aid women as they travel down the road of self discovery in order to find the job of their dreams. In this episode, she talks about how to not only clearly define what you're looking for in a career, but also how to shape yourself into the perfect fit for that role/career. Follow Vanice and learn more about how to rebrand yourself for a new career here:
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Fata Acquoi is a public policy expert, congressional lead at Path, proponent of immigration reform in the Liberian community and a community activist on issues plaguing the African immigrant community, as well as the African diaspora. In this episode, she joins me to openly discuss domestic abuse within the black and African community. Follow Fata on instagram here: https://instagram.com/fata.acquoi?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/fata.acquoi?utm_medium=copy_link)
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My friends Glenn and Zainab join us in sharing their experiences with mental health and insights on how to deal with it, on a special episode of the conversation. Find out more about Glenn here: https://instagram.com/hrhglenni?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/hrhglenni?utm_medium=copy_link) Follow us on Instagram/Youtube and never miss a live show here: https://instagram.com/theconversationn_?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/theconversationn_?utm_medium=copy_link) https://youtube.com/channel/UC6pAXvpM35LNMZRkUzk7uTQ (https://youtube.com/channel/UC6pAXvpM35LNMZRkUzk7uTQ) Support our show by purchasing The Conversation merch here: https://www.theconversationoutspokenandopinionated.com/ (https://www.theconversationoutspokenandopinionated.com/)
Camata Mulbah is an Atlanta based photographer and founder of the 1000 women project. In this episode she talks about taking the leap and turning her hobby into a full time business venture in a new state as well her project: 1000 Women Tour where she travels the continent of Africa, capturing the essence of 1000 African women from various countries through photography. We also discuss Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's Oprah interview, what the British Monarchy represents, Racism in the media, micro-aggressions and how ignorance is used as a weapon and shield in conversations around racism. Follow Camata and learn more about the 1000 women project here: https://instagram.com/camatified?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/camatified?utm_medium=copy_link) Follow us on instagram/YouTube and never miss a live show here: https://instagram.com/theconversationn_?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/theconversationn_?utm_medium=copy_link) https://youtube.com/channel/UC6pAXvpM35LNMZRkUzk7uTQ (https://youtube.com/channel/UC6pAXvpM35LNMZRkUzk7uTQ) Support our show by purchasing The Conversation Merch here: https://www.theconversationoutspokenandopinionated.com/ (https://www.theconversationoutspokenandopinionated.com)
Prince Wonten is a rising singer-songwriter and producer. His debut and most recent album “Demons in My Eyez” can be found on Spotify. Follow his journey on instagram @princewonten
Friends. Sometimes referred to as “the family that we choose”. They’re the ones we’ve chosen to go through life with and they are the most valuable part of most of our lives. This episode is about celebrating friendship, moments, and life.
Words Matter. What you tell yourself when you're having a bad day matters. What you tell yourself when you're having a good day matters. What you tell yourself when you fail matters. What you tell yourself when you succeed matters. The words you accept about yourself from other people matter. So, be kind to yourself, motivate yourself, love yourself because... The things you say about yourself matter. What you tell yourself when you're having a bad day matters
What do self-care and self-love mean to you? Is it trips to the mall, calming face masks, Sundays curled up in bed with a cup of tea and a book? Is it choosing to remove yourself from situations that only serve to cause you stress and anger? Is it learning to say "No" to things and people you cause you discomfort or harm? Is it caring for those around you? Whatever your definition of self-care and self-love is does not matter. All that matters is that you have found a means that works for you.
Black women are one of the most forgotten groups in the discussion of mental health. They are the most forgotten groups in most general conversations. Often times, the word “strong” is used to describe black women. We lean and depend on them for so much-expecting them to be strong pillars of the family, the community, and much more without allowing them to waver, be fragile or properly tended to. Join Veronica Mills and me as we discuss Mental Health and the Black Woman.
A lot of times, we forget about the toll that education takes on our children. The stress that comes with the expectations that we put on them and the stress that comes from the expectations that they have for themselves. Our children feel things daily that we know nothing about, they go through pain, anxiety, feelings of loneliness and so much more. We don’t know because we have opened a bridge to them through communication. We haven’t taken the initiative to educate ourselves on their struggles so we don’t know how to reach them. Let’s close the bridge between us and our little ones today!
For many, the word “therapy” is a non-starter. With years of negative connotations behind it, people are afraid to go or tell their loved ones that they’re going. Another misunderstanding about therapy is the idea that you only go when you’re suffering from some form of mental illness but having a therapist need not be relegated simply to that. Most people need therapy and it’s nothing to be ashamed of. The world is an emotionally taxing place and we need someone who’s both emotionally and professionally equipped to handle our problem-friends are not our therapist and we should stop treating them as such. Manuela Mbouma joins me to help remove the stigma from therapy and discuss mental health accessibility.
Living with mental illness is a part of so many of our lives and it often becomes deadly because we make those living with it, go it alone, unassisted or worse-we ridicule, alienate or persecute them because of a lack of understanding or empathy. Let’s educate ourselves on this week’s episode of #theconversation with special guest and founder of Africa’s Mental Health Matters, Vanessa Adebayo. Vanessa is a dynamic, results-oriented global public health professional with experience launching and managing a mental health program in Nigeria, Ghana, Rwanda, the United Kingdom and the United States. She has experience developing strategic plans, providing technical assistance and implementing innovative healthcare solutions. Her desire is to continue to contribute to the enhancement of the lives of people that lack access to healthcare and to provide the proper resources and education needed to assist those living with mental illness in living healthy, safe and fulfilling lives. Vanessa serves as the CEO/Founder of a nonprofit called “Africa’s Health Matters Foundation” and has started an initiative under this organization, called “Africa’s Mental Health Matters” to bring awareness to mental health amongst the youth in Africa.
Catch up on pop culture with us today! What's the latest in the media, politics, celebrity, and reality...discuss with us on this episode of The Conversation.
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As school has moved online, so has your little ones and while we as a society have gotten accustomed to technology and the online world, it’s important to remember the dangers that lurk in the virtual world and protect our children from it. We should also make sure that we know how to navigate through all the tech necessities that they need. Precious Taylor, owner of "Cyber Smart Mom" will be joining me this episode to discuss navigating virtual school, laptop lifestyle and safe online practices for your little ones.
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What does black love look like to you? To a lot of us, love it’s our parents' relationships. The relationship we watched growing up shaped our perception of what love and marriage look like. To others, you formed your idea of love from those around you...the people you care for and how they interact with those they care for. Love is easy. To love somebody is the easiest thing in the world. But to foster a connection with them, to make a relationship work, takes effort, time, and dedication. The couples on the show today have put in that effort and time. They are going to share their experiences with us...especially how they got through quarantine and a pandemic together. Follow us on instagram/YouTube and never miss a live show here: https://instagram.com/theconversationn_?utm_medium=copy_link (https://instagram.com/theconversationn_?utm_medium=copy_link) https://youtube.com/channel/UC6pAXvpM35LNMZRkUzk7uTQ (https://youtube.com/channel/UC6pAXvpM35LNMZRkUzk7uTQ)
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Unfortunately, the greatest source of stress for the black community this summer was not the coronavirus. The greatest source of stress, fear and pain was the culmination of decades of police brutality(most specifically targeted towards the black community). As a country, we dealt with death, hate and what could only be described as a global movement. We fell apart but we also came together and our Thursday episode will dive into how this experience affected us and how we move forward as a community and nation. Today's https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/conversation (#conversation) is about life in Quarantine, the senseless and abhorrent murder of a black man that forced our children into the streets, the incredibly pivotal movement and moment all around the globe this summer, fight for justice and so much more. I am joined by Glenn Okra, Kradi Were, Zainab Adebayo, Legendre Miller and Veronica Mills.
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