The Divested Diary

In this episode of The Divested Diary, Sharika Soal gets real about the devastating consequences of progressive policies like ending cash bail and defunding the police. With the tragic deaths of women like Kada Scott and the Ukrainian immigrant Iryna Zarutska—both killed by black men who should never have been free—Sharika explores how the so-called “justice reforms” have left women, especially Bl...

In this deeply personal episode, Sharika Soal opens up about the heartbreaking rise in suicides among Black women — the ones who don’t fit the loud stereotypes, who carry trauma quietly, and who are overlooked until they’re gone. She talks about the lack of access to culturally competent mental health care, the performative empathy in comment sections, and why she no longer encourages Black women...

This episode contains blunt commentary and some triggering truths. If you think divestment is hate — you should probably stop here. But if you’re tired of your image being tied to dysfunction, pull up a seat, sis. In this powerful and unapologetic episode of The Divested Diary, Sharika breaks down the crucial difference between being Black — and being a part of the self-destructive culture often e...

In this powerful episode of The Divested Diary, we explore what it truly means to be an American through the lens of personal experience, resilience, and a deep connection to the country. Host Sharika Soal shares a heartfelt perspective on being Black, adopted, and growing up within the American foster care system. This episode delves into the complex feelings of identity, struggle, and hope as Sh...

In this eye-opening episode of The Divested Diary, Sharika takes a deep dive into the political career of Kamala Harris and why she believes it's time for Black women to divest from supporting the current Vice President and 2024 Democratic presidential nominee. Sharika unpacks Harris' policies, actions, and how they’ve affected the Black community—particularly Black women. With an honest critique...

In this episode, Sharika Soal discusses the BET Awards and Democrats. In the past, the BET Awards celebrated black excellence, featuring elegant gowns and high-class attire that represented integrity and sophistication. However, Sharika observes that the current BET Awards often showcase women dressed in provocative or street-style clothing, which she finds concerning. The awards used to recognize...

The host discusses how black men gang stalk and disrespect black women online. This fuels the divestment movement, where black women separate themselves from black men and culture. The host argues that black women who take care of themselves do not tolerate this behavior. She says it is embarrassing to be associated with men who disrespect black women. The host wants black men to stop making black...

Sharika Soal discusses why black women should disassociate from transgender advocacy. She argues they face high rates of violence from black men yet focus on transgender issues rather than their own safety. Soal cites statistics and hypothetical scenarios to suggest black transgender women don't need black women's assistance. The message encourages black women to prioritize issues directly impacti...

In this episode, Sharika discusses how the black family unit can often be a toxic environment. She advocates for black people, especially women, to "divest" or distance themselves from unsupportive family members who hold them back. Sharika shares her own experiences with toxic family dynamics and encourages listeners to prioritize their mental health and success over dysfunctional relationships,...

In this thought-provoking episode, host Sharika Soal delves into the complex reasons why many black women choose to date outside their race. She begins by sharing her own experiences, noting that even failed relationships with non-black men were less toxic than those with black men. Soal goes on to discuss how the prevalence of "hood culture" among some black men shapes expectations for black wome...

In this episode, the host discusses a viral video showing a fight between a black teenage girl and a white teenage girl that left the white girl critically injured. Sharika argues this incident highlights the need to address issues of black-on-white violence without double standards openly. While some details of the fight are unclear, the host criticizes the other black teenagers who stood by film...

The podcast episode discusses a horrific crime where six black individuals are accused of kidnapping, torturing, sexually assaulting, and murdering a 20-year-old black woman named Mahogany Jackson in Birmingham, Alabama. According to details provided in a Daily Mail article, Jackson was handcuffed, beaten, spit on, and forced to perform sex acts on her attackers in an apartment. Videos were also t...

In this episode, host Sharika Soal discusses her frustration with George Floyd still being discussed as a martyr four years after his death.   Sharika argues that Floyd was committing a crime when he died, and his past includes violently robbing a home with three other black men while a toddler was present.  Not wanting a man with a past so disturbing being the general representation of their race...

In this episode, Sharika Soal discusses how modern dating has been radicalized. She advocates for dating within political affiliations, sharing her own experience rejecting an ex-boyfriend due to his liberal views on white supremacy and racism. Sharika reflects on how politics has affected her dating life, focusing on the radicalization of dating and demands for financial stability. The episode al...

In today's episode of the Divested Diary, I had the opportunity to delve into a topic close to my heart. As a black woman myself, I wanted to address the issue of the "ghetto personality" and its impact on our lives. Before you jump to conclusions, let me clarify that I am not here to perpetuate stereotypes or belittle anyone's experiences. Instead, I want to shed light on the importance of embrac...

In today's episode of the Divested Diary, we delved into adoption, which is often overlooked and rarely discussed in the Black community. As a Black woman, it is crucial to shed light on this issue and provide a brutally honest perspective.   Adoption in the Black community is not something that is widely talked about or embraced. It is a topic that often gets overshadowed by other pressing issues...

In today's episode, we delved into a topic that has been weighing heavily on my mind: the importance of not teaching our children to hate white people. As a mother and a member of the black community, I believe it is crucial for us to divest from this harmful mindset and focus on unity and understanding instead.   It is disheartening to see how anger and resentment from events that occurred centur...

In today's episode of The Divested Diary, we delved into a thought-provoking discussion about the portrayal of Black women in the modern world and media. As I shared my perspective, it became evident to me that our image is in complete shambles, and it's time for us, as Black women, to take accountability for how we are being portrayed to the masses.   Throughout the episode, I highlighted the ris...

In today's episode of the Divested Diary, I had the opportunity to discuss a controversial topic that needs to be addressed. As someone who believes in equality and justice, I feel compelled to speak out against the idea of reparations for certain individuals in our society. The episode began with a clear statement: "do not give ghetto black thugs in the hood or the women reparations." While this...

In today's episode, we delve into the topic of Black politics. It's a subject that often leaves me questioning why the ghetto seems to seep into every aspect of Black life, even in the highest positions of power.   Recently, the Democratic representative Jamal Bowman of New York made headlines when he was charged with triggering a fire alarm in a House office building without any emergency. Seeing...

Today's episode is a thought-provoking one as we delve into the topic of why women should stop dating the "ghetto thug." Now, before we dive in, let me clarify that when I use the term "ghetto," I am not exclusively referring to the Black community. However, in my experience, I have noticed that a significant number of Black individuals embrace aspects of ghetto culture, such as certain music genr...

As I sit here, preparing to write about the latest episode of my podcast, "The Divested Diary," I can't help but feel a mix of frustration and disappointment. In today's episode, I tackled the topic of Black media and its impact on the image and representation of Black Americans. It's a subject that hits close to home for me as a Black woman passionate about uplifting and empowering my community....

Today's episode was a thought-provoking discussion on racism in the modern world. We delved into whether it is malicious or if there's more to the story. Let's dive right into it. In this digital age, it seems like the conversation around racism has become muddled. We see people on social media complaining about trivial things like white women wearing braids, and it makes me wonder if that's what...

I am excited to delve into the thought-provoking topics surrounding black culture, relationships, and the need for open and honest discussions. In this episode, I address the concept of divestment and its significance for black women. Divestment, in this context, refers to a conscious decision made by black women to distance themselves from the financial, physical, emotional, and even sexual abuse...

Welcome to The Divested Diary PodcastI am excited to delve into the thought-provoking topics surrounding black culture, relationships, and the need for open and honest discussions. In this episode, I address the concept of divestment and its significance for black women. Divestment, in this context, refers to a conscious decision made by black women to distance themselves from the financial, physi...