Black People Parenting

In this clip from episode 12 of Black People Parenting, you'll gain valuable insights into the myths and misunderstandings that many people have about the tax filing process. Our expert guest Dedra Moon shares her expertise and experience to help you avoid costly mistakes and make the most of your tax returns. You'll learn about common misconceptions around deductions, record-keeping, and...

In this episode of Black People Parenting, our Recruiter Cousin Chenae Erkerd, an experienced employment recruiter, shares valuable tips and strategies for job seekers looking to land their next job. From crafting the perfect resume to acing the interview, Chenae provides insider advice on how to stand out in a crowded job market. Whether you're just starting your job search or have been looki...

In this episode, we explore the benefits of teaching your kids about money management from an early age. By starting early, you can help your children develop healthy money habits that will set them up for financial success in the future. We discuss practical tips and strategies for introducing money concepts to kids, including budgeting, saving, and investing. By teaching your children about mone...

On the 13th episode of Black People Parenting join Dion and Jimmy from By the Hood as they tackle the issue of financial literacy in the Black community. Discover how Black parents can break the cycle of financial inequalities and empower their families with the knowledge and skills needed to build financial stability and success. Don't miss this enlightening episode of the Black People Parent...

In this episode of Black People Parenting discover how to simplify your tax preparation process and reduce stress this season with these practical strategies for parents. Our favorite tax professional Dedra Moon tells us how we can learn about organizational tips, tax benefits for parents with side hustles, child tax credits, and more. Tune in to the latest episode of Black People Parenting and ma...

In this episode of Black People Parenting, we discuss 6 crucial things that parents need to keep in mind when preparing for a recession. From budgeting and saving to finding new ways to generate income and protecting your family, we cover it all. Join in as Dion shares valuable insights and expert advice to help you navigate these uncertain times. Whether you are already feeling the effects of the...

In episode 10 of Black People Parenting, we're tackling some of the most prevalent myths surrounding child support. From the misconception that child support paying parents always shirk their responsibilities to the belief that child support always ends at age 18, we'll be separating fact from fiction. Using personal experience and knowledge, we'll explore the intricacies of child supp...

This is a clip from our conversation in Episode 9 with Parents Making Profits host Mario Armstrong. Mario discusses imposter syndrome and how to overcome comparing yourself to others. That episode is entitled "Mario Armstrong Talks Parents Making Profits". Mario is also the host of the Emmy winning Never Settle Show, a web television series that teaches creators how to monetize and market...

On the 9th episode of Black People Parenting 2 time Emmy winner Mario Armstrong joined Dion to talk about parents making profits by being entrepreneurs. This episode is packed with information for those parents who are currently on the entrepreneur journey or those who are thinking about becoming entrepreneurs. We unpack "hustle culture" and why it can be detrimental for parents to subscri...

This is a clip from our conversation in Episode 8 with Dr. Bambi Gaddist. We are unpacking how to have conversations with college students about their sexual identity and STDs. That episode is entitled "Let's Talk About Sexual Health To College Students" Dr. Gaddist is the CEO of the South Carolina HIV Council and has been working on the frontlines of the AIDS and HIV epidemics since 1...

On the 7th episode of Black People Parenting Dion has a candid conversation with Dr. Bambi Gaddist, Estoria Wright, and Vivan Clark-Armstead about the effects that HIV/AIDS have had on Black women and how the disparities in health care are making it harder for Black women to receive fair treatment and means of prevention.

On the 8th episode of Black People Parenting Dion has a candid conversation with Dr. Bambi Gaddist, Maya Mays, Courtney Raynor, and Brewane Grier-Middlebrooks about their approach to discussing sexual health with their children who are all currently college freshmen. Attitudes about sex and sexual have changed so much over time. So, it is important for parents to have open conversations with their...

How To Avoid Parental Burnout In this audio taken from our Teachable Tuesday Youtube series, Dion talks about parental burnout and how it affects parents and gives real life examples of what parents should look for from his own experiences What You Will Learn What is parental burnout? What are the symptoms of parental burnout? Is parental burnout normal or am I just a bad parent? Strategies to pre...

WHAT IS YOUR PARENTING STYLE? And How Does It Affect Your Kids Some people may ask what is a parenting style? There are many different ways to approach raising kids. Most of us never think about how our style of parenting will impact our children as they get older. In this video I discuss the 4 styles of parenting, and what research says about each one. In this audio that was taken from our Teacha...

On the 6th episode of Black People Parenting we are taking you inside of our inaugural Juneteenth Summit. In part one of this three part series we discuss liberty and what it means for Black folks to be free. Tolulope Omokaiye and Bernard Gaddist give their perspectives on many social issues that they feel need to be changed in order for us to find true freedom.

Where is all of the baby formula, and what should parents do to make sure that their babies are fed properly? On our weekly Wednesday Block Party episode we catch up and celebrate our wins for the week and also talk about why folks should not follow that baby formula recipe that has been floating around on Facebook. Our guest Maya Jackson helps us unpack how the colonizers are at the root of this...

This week's bonus episode was supposed to be about the college selection process, but turned into a convo between Dion, Tiffany, and Sam about getting fired from jobs, cleaning up after yourself in a hotel, the struggles of trying to get someone on the phone when calling an HBCU and so much more. Instagram: Black People Parenting Youtube: Black People Parenting Email: BlackPeopleParenting@gmai...

On the 5th episode of Black People Parenting we are talking about blended families. We speak with the Lathams and the Alexanders: Two couples who are navigating their way through the journey of building healthy blended families. This episode offers various perspectives as we discuss strategies to build a happy blended family.

On the 4th episode of Black People Parenting we are talking about co- parenting. We speak with Taunisha Zoa and Karl Macklin: Two parents who are navigating their way through co-parenting children with their ex partners. We discuss the ups and downs of parenting with someone who you are not currently romantically involved with and how it impacts the children. This episode offers various perspectiv...

On episode 3 of Black People Parenting we introduce the folks behind our Black People Parenting online community. We also answer some questions that members have been asking us and you get to meet our new co-host Dr. Tiffany Wiggins, PhD and our director of member relations Samantha Alexander.

On the 2nd episode of Black People Parenting we speak with Tracey Hawkins, Founder & CEO of Thriving On The Spectrum LLC, and Brewane Middlebrooks. We discuss the stigma surrounding autism in the African American community, how to identify signs of autism in children and what services and strategies can be put in place for those who are parenting children with Autism.

On the 1st episode of Black People Parenting we spoke with Licensed Clinical Social Worker Dana Dixon and Psychology Professor Colin Adams. We discussed how to identify signs of self harm in children and what strategies can be put in place for those who harm themselves.

Black People Parenting debuts on June 19th 2021. Join Dion and Tiffany as they unpack and chat about what it means to be a Black person raising Black children. Subscribe now to receive regular updates on the show.