Shaping the Narrative

Navigating interracial friendships can be ~ weird ~ sometimes you feel like you can't speak up or like you need to assimilate to fit in. How can we communicate our boundaries? what does a healthy interracial friendship look like? we dive into these questions in this episode. Interested in attending our 'Diversify Your Bookshelf' workshop solo?! we're hosting it as an event live...

What does authentic advocacy look like for Indigenous communities? how do we make space for Afro-Indigenous identity? and how do we prevent burnout while doing activism work? these are questions Shanese answers for us with care in this thoughtful episode. tw: this episode has mentions of domestic violence   Find Shanese on IG @shaneseanne Check out her website shaneseanne.ca The first book that ma...

 In this episode we talk about our dreams, dream work and the meaning behind certain aspects of dreams. We suggest you get a dream journal to record your dreams before you forget them, this makes it easier to understand reoccurring themes and what your dreams are trying to tell you. Interested in attending the workshop solo?! we're hosting it as an event live on Zoom! get your tickets here ....

Are you intimidated or overwhelmed about money? In this episode we talk to @eboni.elle about understanding your finances, tips for building wealth and how to make your start with investing. Eboni is a financial professional teaches BIPOC women and families how money actually works, she provides financial planning and awareness tools to her clients. Interested in working with Eboni? Reach out to he...

The term D.E.I gets thrown around a lot lately, but what does it mean exactly? In this episode, we chat about the different approaches to D.E.I work as well as our new workshop Diversify Your Bookshelf. Interested in attending the workshop solo?! we're hosting it as an event live on Zoom on May 16th! get your tickets here . If you're looking to book the workshop for your place of work or...

Are you having a difficult time adjusting after the last few years? maybe you're trying to reimagine a new path? In this episode, we learn how to get unstuck and the importance of mindset by speaking with @projectantiporta ​​Hazel is a generational healing coach who helps people regain respect and power in their lives, helping them cultivate inner strength so they can step into their magnetic...

In this episode we talk about the meaning of fan fiction and fandom and whether or not we have ever belonged to one before. We also discuss characters we love that we wished had been Black. Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and receive a FREE resource on goal mapping Looking for a feminist Book Club for women of color? Join our community! Interested in a creative alternative to tradi...

Aisha Fairclough is a television producer, body image advocate and diversity consultant. She has produced content for OWN Canada, HGTV, Food Network, Slice, Showtime, TVO, DIY Network and among others.  In this episode we discuss the importance of having representation behind the scenes, her body advocacy work through Body Confidence Canada and why it's so important for us to be the ones to t...

Blackfishing is on the rise yet again! and we want to talk about it. In this episode, we break down the term coined by journalist Wanna Thompson explaining what it means, how to spot it and how to avoid it.  Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and receive a FREE resource on goal mapping Looking for a feminist Book Club for women of color? Join our community! Interested in a creative al...

Ritzy is a creative director, graphic designer and an advocate for diverse voices with common themes of non-linear career path, normalizing mental health within marginalized communities, women in male dominated spaces and much more. In this episode we chat with Ritzy Periwinkle on what it means to be a BIPOC women creative, the importance of storytelling and some background on her podcasting journ...

Valentine's Day is around the corner and we want to talk about LOVE! More specifically, our past relationships and what we've learned from them, dating nightmares and embracing singleness. *Note: the term Demi-sexual was used in this episode,  the definition of the Demi-sexual identity (within the asexual spectrum) varies per individual, the definition listed in this episode solely descr...

In this episode we discuss the untimely death of Lauren Smith Fields and the mishandling of the investigation into her death. How the media portrays Black women compared to White women, and how White men are given the benefit of the doubt. This is a heavy but necessary conversation on what it means to be a BIPOC women in today's society and the absence of public outcry for Black women.  *Trig...

We are one month into the New Year and taking a minute to step back and assess our goals. In this episode, we talk about how we've been undervaluing ourselves and the steps we're taking to recognize our value, monetize Cove Collective and set new goals for our direction in 2022! We're super excited to share what we're up to and to continue to build community with women of color...

Weddings are a billion dollar industry in the USA alone and can be stressful to plan. With Leanna recently getting engaged, we wanted to chat about our personal views on weddings and learn some of the history behind certain traditions like white wedding dresses and diamond engagement rings. Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and receive a FREE resource on goal mapping Access  our priv...

Romina is a sustainability consultant, environmental expert and advocate that helps businesses implement eco-conscious initiatives. In this episode, we discuss how you can get started on your eco-journey today when to hire a consultant, the definition of greenwashing and how racism impacts the eco-movement. Find Romina on IG @ecofriendly.events Check out her website ecofriendlyevents.ca The first...

Charlotte Nurse is the VP of Programs at Juno College. They ensure all of Juno's students are set up for success from day one, and are always open to feedback to ensure every student feels welcome. In this episode we talk about intersecting identities, what the education system is lacking when it comes to inclusivity and why the tech industry needs to be more diverse. Enjoy the podcast? Fill...

Insecure is coming to an end, and it's bittersweet. ⁠ ⁠ Issa Rae has carved out space for Black women in the media like we've never seen before, and it's she's not done yet! ⁠ ⁠ In this episode, we talk about how we've been impacted by Insecure, Issa Rae's career, and the representation of Black women in media. ⁠ Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and rec...

Dr. Jill Andrew is the MPP for Toronto St. Paul's and the first Black Queer person to be elected to the Ontario legislature. She shares with us her journey into politics, love for community, and advice for other women of color who are interested in the field. Follow jill on Twitter @Jillslastword or Instagram @Jillslastword Stay up to date on her website jillandrewmpp.ca and support her work...

When we treat what happened to Britney Spears as a singular experience we erase women of color and other marginalized groups who have had the same experience. In this episode, we talk about how the #FreeBritney movement (when it first began) failed intersectional feminism, and how we need to use this movement as a way to amplify the voices of those who don't have Britney's platform. Note...

Samantha Bitty is a sexual health and consent educator, content creator, public speaker, workshop facilitator, and overall badass. In this episode, we sit down with her to talk about what consent means, sexual liberation for women of color, and leaning into pleasure. Find Samantha on Instagram at @samantha_bitty Check out her website samanthabitty.com Watch her show "Sex Sessions" on Sli...

Could you tell someone more than just your sun sign if they asked? Do you know the significance of your North Node? In this episode, Leanna gives a brief overview of how to read your birth chart and the basics of astrology while reading Ashley's birth chart! Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and receive a FREE resource on goal mapping Register for Book Club, access current event...

We chat  with Zaina Arafat author of You Exist Too Much and READ 13 of the Cove Collective Book Club. We ask about her writing process, her advice for BIPOC women authors/writers, and the importance of portraying BIPOC women characters that push past stereotypes.  Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and receive a FREE resource on goal mapping Register for Book Club, access current even...

The concept of Weaponized Incompetence blew up on TikTok recently and it had us thinking about how it's shown up in our lives.⁠ ⁠ What is weaponized incompetence? How do you know if you're experiencing it or doing it? And what can you do about it? ⁠ Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and receive a FREE resource on goal mapping Register for Book Club, access current events &a...

Ashley & Leanna sit down with Brinta Ponn to discuss Fatphobia, her experiences as a woman of color influencer in this space, and ways to boost your body confidence. You can find Brinta on Instagram @bryntstagram . Enjoy the podcast? Fill out our feedback survey and receive a FREE resource on goal mapping Tickets to Holiday Hustle Register for Book Club, access current events & join the ne...

We are so excited to announce that Kitishia will be joining Cove Collective as our Communications Director. She is an artist and writer based in Toronto. For her, writing is a form of reconciliation and a way to share common experiences that don’t have a voice. She loves reading and buying books, all the cuisines of the world, park dates, her sister’s dog Benji, and sleeping in on weekends. We can...