The Melanated Muse

Happy Women's History Month, muses! In honor of Women's History, I will be honoring the women in my life that have shaped and molded me into the woman that I am becoming. In this week's episode, I will be sharing how my mom has inspired and empowered me.  Question of the week: “Who is a special woman that has empowered you?” Follow the podcast on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mel...

Modern dating has been a difficult path for black women in this current generation to navigate due to decades of every form of discrimination in the book making us question our worth and capability to be ideal romantic partners. In this week's episode, we will be having a heartfelt discussion on the state of the modern dating scene and why black women are deserving of love and romance.  Quest...

For decades, colorism has caused friction among the black community and has influenced every facet of our lives from the workplace to social media. In this week's episode, join us as we decode the history behind colorism and learn how to embrace all shades of blackness. Follow the podcast on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelMusePod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelanatedMusePodca...

Another New Year is upon us. We all have big goals and dreams that we want to accomplish for this year. It's easy to dream, but it requires hard work and -you guessed it- self-discipline. In this week's episode, I will be sharing several self-discipline practices from my own personal life that will inspire you to execute your New Year's goals effectively.  Question of the week: How do you pra...

Happy New Year, muses!  In today's modern world, the self-love gospel has been preached all over social media. But loving yourself is easier said than done. For many centuries, black women have been conditioned to misconceptions imposed by society that have diminished our self-worth from unrealistic beauty standards to our speech and how we conduct ourselves. In Episode 42, we will be discuss...

Hey, muses! New season, more musings! Check out our podcast trailer for Season 4! 

Hey muses! We finally made it to the end of Season 3! Join us in Episode 41 for a quick review on the highlights and lessons that we learned from Season 3 and how we can improve in Season 4. Time Stamps: Intro: 00:00:02.610 Sponsor Message: 00:00:17.200 Podcast Audio: 00:00:23.245 Outro: 00:11:45.895 Follow the podcast on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelMusePod Instagram: https://www...

It's the most wonderful time of the year once again! In Episode 40, I will be reminiscing about my favorite holiday memories and why Christmas is one of my favorite, all-time holidays!  Follow the podcast on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelMusePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanatedmusepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelanatedMusePodcast Tiktok: https://ww...

Feeling like you're missing out or trying to keep up with the Joneses? In Episode 39, we will discussing how to deal with comparison and live a more contented life.  Time Stamps Intro: 00:00:02.808 Sponsor Message: 00:00:34.431 Podcast Audio: 00:00:40.838 Outro: 00:09:18.402 Follow the podcast on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanatedmusepodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter...

Struggling to find your purpose? Feeling like you're stuck in life? In Episode 38,  we will be discussing how you discover your life's purpose and fulfill your calling. Follow the podcast on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanatedmusepodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelMusePod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelanatedMusePodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mel...

Do you ever find yourself have to switch up your style of speech and demeanor in different social settings? Believe it or not, we all have to "code-switch" at some point or another. In Episode 37, we will be exploring the nuances of code-switching and how it has influenced African American dialects and patterns of speech.   Intro: 00:00:01.878 Sponsor Message: 00:00:19.470 Disclaimer: 00:00:2...

In this week's episode, we will discussing how we as Black women can find ways to reclaim our femininity and embrace the ideals of soft living. Time Stamps: Intro: 00:00:02.911 Sponsor Message: 00:00:18.436 Have You Heard: 00:00:19.397 FYI: 00:01:08.454 Daily Musings: 00:05:39.29 5 Follow the podcast on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanatedmusepodcast/ Twitter: https://twitt...

In this week's episode, we will be having a serious discussion on how the role of the 'strong black woman' trope has impacted black women for decades and we can reshape this narrative for the upward advancement of black women.  Sources: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_the_strong_black_woman_identity_both_helps_and_hurts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2teqoyPe3TU https://www...

In part 1 of 'The Art of Self-Awareness', we explained what the meaning of self-awareness was and how we can develop it in our everyday experiences. In part 2, we go more in-depth on this concept and how it can be applicable to your life. Make sure to like, rate, and subscribe to our podcast! Time Stamps: Intro: 00:00:01.062 Sponsor Message: 00:00:36.349 Have You Heard: 00:00:44.169 FYI: 00:01:53....

Happy 2nd anniversary, muses! It has been two years since we published our very first episode!  Join us in our 2nd-anniversary episode as we discuss how to develop self-awareness and mindfulness in today's tech-driven, fast-paced society! Time Stamps: Intro: 00:00:06.646 Sponsor Message: 00:01:25.927 Have You Heard: 00:01:34.164 FYI: 00:03:00.603 Daily Musings: 00:05:48.766 Outro: 00:07:16.83...

In Episode 30, we will be closing out Women's History Month by highlighting controversy surrounding the evolution of 'Black Girl Magic' from a mere hashtag to a global movement.  Time Stamps: Intro:  00:00:01.547 Have you heard: 00:01:01.985 FYI: 00:03:19.419 Daily musings: 00:06:21.643 Outro: 00:08:15.616   Follow the podcast on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelanatedMusePodcas...

In Honor of Women's History month, one of our recurring guests, Semira, and myself engage in an important conversation highlighting the amazing achievements that women have made throughout history and why the contributions of Black women should be acknowledged and celebrated more often in today's society. (Previously recorded: March 2021)  Time stamps: Intro: 00:00:00.000 Sponsor Message: 00:...

In Episode 28, Leah Marie discusses why developing relationships with others is essential to self and life whether they're platonic or romantic by examining the signs of a healthy or unhealthy relationship, how the pandemic has shaped our social behaviors, and the overall significance of relationships themselves. Timestamps: Intro: 00:00:01.678 Sponsor: 00:01:34.201 Have you heard: 00:01:42.700 FY...

The single years are quite a journey that every person regardless of relationship status has to embark on. For us black women, it seems next to impossible to find a mate based on recent statistics. But our singles years do not have to be filled with hopelessness just because we may not have a significant other. Join us in Episode 27 as we discuss ways for us single ladies (myself included) to navi...

Does your life need a de-clutter? Tired of adopting toxic habits, behavior, patterns, and people? In Episode 26, Leah Marie discusses how you can "detox" your life. Intro: 00:00:01.324 Sponsor Message: 00:00:22.403 Have You Heard: 00:00:41.160 FYI: 00:03:16.353 Daily Musings: 00:13:00.139 Outro: 00:18:56.506 Sources:  Detox your Life, Mind, Body and Spirit: https://www.integrativenutrition.co...

In Episode 25, Leah Marie discusses the importance of practicing humility and the power of introversion in the midst of an overly extroverted society! Time Stamps: Intro - 00:00:00.000 Sponsor - 00:00:23.322  Have Your Heard segment - 00:57.600  fyi - 00:03:50.500 Daily musings - 00:23:33.7 The Melanated Muse Outro - 00:46:44.786  Sources:  Definition from dictionary.com: https...

Check out our Season 3 trailer! Music: "Melanated Muse Season 3 Theme" by Leah Marie 

In Episode 24, Leah Marie discusses the highlights and moments from Season 2 and upcoming plans for Season 3.  Follow our podcast on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/MuseMelanated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanatedmusepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelanatedMusePodcast Connect with Leah Marie on social media:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writem...

In our final episode of our podcast miniseries "The Curious Case of..", we pay homage to Beyonce Knowles-Carter aka "Queen Bey" on her 40th birthday by exploring her life, illustrious career, and what makes her an icon for so many of us! Sources: https://www.elle.com/fashion/celebrity-style/news/g7684/beyonce-best-fashion-looks/ https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/gallery/beyonce-knowles-style-fashi...

In Episode 22, we will be exploring one of the most mysterious cases of our entire podcast miniseries, the life and short-lived but rising career of the late Princess of R&B Aaliyah, her legacy, the resurrection of her music catalog and how she set the standard for the new generation of R&B artists today in the music industry!  Follow the podcast on social media: Instagram: https://ww...