Black Opinionated Woman

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I am a "Black Opinionated Woman", a middle aged black woman engaging in thought provoking discussions centering around my life experiences and beliefs. This place is created as a safe space for women like me who dare to dissent. As a black opinionated woman (also known as a B.O.W), I deal with the same insecurities as other women who look like me (and don't). I fight off my fears of vulnerability, struggle with parenting, try to represent being a "wifey", and manage career challenges. Sometimes I hurt and believe it is okay to be honest about it. One thing is certain, my thoughts are my own as...

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Black Opinionated Woman

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Ep 10 - Racial Tension in the Workplace 09.02.2021 59:35

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! Discussion regarding knowing your rights, dealing with micro aggressions, and how companies should move forward with handling racism. A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @theloudthinkers twitter: @theloudthinkers email: chatusup@theloudthinker.c...

BONUS - Get Some Understanding 04.02.2021 11:55

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! The Loud Thinker drops in to discuss Black mistrust, getting vaccinated, and the "Hey Girl" microaggression ... A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @theloudthinkers twitter: @theloudthinkers email: chatusup@theloudthinker.com Support...

Ep 9 - Reaction to episode 6 and colorism 02.02.2021 18:07

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! After episode 7, The Loud Thinker was asked questions about self hate, racism, and colorism. The Loud Thinker discusses her experiences and how she handled colorist behaviors in the past. A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @theloudthinkers twit...

BONUS - Scared To Podcast 26.01.2021 15:03

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! Just a peek behind the curtain regarding initial fears about podcasting Support the show

Ep 8 - Can Black and White Women Be Besties? 26.01.2021 11:07

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! Examines why black and white women do not typically become besties.... A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @theloudthinkers twitter: @theloudthinkers email: chatusup@theloudthinker.com Support the show

Ep 7 - What Does Protest Look Like? 19.01.2021 14:26

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! The Loud Thinker challenges what protest looks like. Often times people want to put their views on protest onto others. Protest takes on various forms and the community should recognize that expression. A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @thelo...

Ep 6 - Black Gender War Part 2 ---> Panel w/Black Men 12.01.2021 1:20:47

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! Continuation of the Black Gender War topic including 4 unapologetically black men. They share their perspective during a spirited discussion, answer 3 main questions: 1. Does a Black Gender War exist? Explain... 2. Do Black Men contribute to the public dragging of Black Women 3. Are Black Men becoming the nouveaux house negro The...

Ep 5 - Black Gender War? 05.01.2021 20:48

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! The Loud Thinker discusses what happens when a Black Women dissents from the opinion of a Black Man. Often times Black women are "silenced" into not talking about what ails them in the commmunity. When Black women are verbal, they are painted as being anti-Black man. A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to...

Ep 4 - Making Friends After 30 29.12.2020 11:51

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! The Loud Thinker discuss the various reasons why women do not make friends past the age of 30. Could it be life experiences? Could it be capacity for change? A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @theloudthinkers twitter: @theloudthinkers email: c...

Ep 2 - Can Black Women Be Damsels? 23.12.2020 12:28

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! Explores if black women in America can lean in on their inner "damsel in distress." Often times Black women do not have safe places where they can be vulnerable and comfortable calling for support. A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @...

Ep 1 - Do I Deserve Reparations? 23.12.2020 20:14

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! Examines the history/impacts of slavery in America and how it equates to reparations owed. Reparations are necessary to make whole/repair the damage caused to a group of people. The Loud Thinker discusses what exactly is a reparation... A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for...

Ep 3 - The Black Utopia 23.12.2020 16:26

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! The Loud Thinker discusses what is considered the "black utopia" and its low barrier of entry. Often times just not being in jail and living within the traditional family unit appears to be "enough". The Loud Thinker challenges that notion... A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudt...

Ep 0 - An Introduction 16.12.2020 12:20

Let me know what your thoughts on this episode! Send me a message! An introduction to The Loud Thinker with an emphasis on her demographic of being a black opinionated woman (B.O.W). A new episode drops every Tuesday. Don't forget to visit theloudthinker.com and sign up for the newsletter. Instagram: @theloudthinkers twitter: @theloudthinkers email: chatusup@theloudthinker.com Support the sho...