Brown Mama Bear

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with author, speaker and mental health advocate Reggie Ford about the process of healing from generational trauma.   Reggie's book, Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction: Breaking the Curse of Intergenerational Trauma as a Black Man in America Vulnerability Muscle podcast   Connect with Reg...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with the inventor of CPR Wrap, a product that helps people quickly and effectively administer CPR to anyone if needed.  Felicia Jackson turned her child's near-death experience into an opportunity to help others save lives.   CPRWrap.com   Connect with Felicia Jackson: Instagram , LinkedIn  ...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks about ways the 2024 Presidential election highlights the racism of this generation.  She will also give suggestions on how to push back on racism that can affect our kids this year.    When They See Us on NetFlix   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook , Instagram , Website   Mak...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks more about the reasons she's encouraging families to do a specially curated tour of a southern plantation.  Her first plantation field trip was full of miseducation. Listen in to find out why reclaiming stories of enslaved people is so important as we raise the next generation.   Travellers R...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera has a spirited conversation about the importance of teaching accurate and complete history with 11th-grade U.S. History teacher Kayla Williamson. Travellers Rest Plantation Your Legacy Tours Black History Tour at Travellers Rest Plantation Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook , Instag...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera takes a look back on a past conversation with public historian Tammy Gordon, the creator of Your Legacy Tours.  In collaboration with Your Legacy Tours, Brown Mama Bear's next event on Nov. 2 will feature a tour of a historic plantation to uncover the stories of the enslaved people who lived and wo...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with singer/songwriter and music therapist Kyshona about the healing power of music. Kyshona's latest project, Legacy, is a collection of stories about her family in particular and African American culture at large.   Connect with Kyshona: Website , Facebook , Instagram Her project website, y...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with Angelica Harris, the creator of a standardized test preparation company called Top Tutors for Us. Harris shares her motivation for helping black students boost test scores while making sure black tutors are used to help fill in the education gaps.   Mentioned: Top Tutors For Us   Connect...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks about the recent Surgeon General's address of the public health crisis of loneliness. The epidemic has harmed individual and societal health outcomes. This week, we will discuss ways to pursue healthy connections and reverse personal loneliness.   Mentioned: Your Legacy Tours Black History To...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks about the ways black kids face a lack of safety in predominately white schools. Listen in and learn strategies that will help you stay close to your student and coach her through racial insensitivities that can happen in the classroom.   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook , In...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera takes listeners behind the scenes of her recent TedX Nashville Talk. Instead of looking at what schools can provide for our kids in terms of resources, class sizes and college readiness, Shanera says there are three things we must look for first.   Mentioned: Lost Cause Narrative of the Civil War  ...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with children's author Alice Faye Duncan about her picture books based on historical events. Duncan uses her books to expose kids to black history that may otherwise go unexamined.   Alice's Books: Memphis, Martin, and the Mountaintop: The Sanitation Strike of 1968 Evicted!: The Struggle for...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks to Rosalee Henry, the owner of a successful doula agency, about the importance of starting motherhood with the help needed to be physically and emotionally ready to bond with your newborn. Henry, the self-described "7-figure doula whisperer" has a plan to make community health care a sustaina...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with Dr. Christina Harris, a digital creator and travel blogger who helps people travel consciously.   Connect with Dr. Christina Harris: Instagram Dr. Harris' trip to Egypt 2024   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook , Instagram , Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear w...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera reflects on lessons learned from the 2008 Presidential Race and makes connections to the political season we're in now.  Listen in for 3 tips to help your kids navigate some of the racist language and narratives that come up when black candidates make huge strides in changing the political landscap...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with Canadian Homeschooler Alisha George about the ways she has reimagined educating black kids. After years of going the traditional route, George has created a way to help kids fall in love with learning through her personalized and project-based curriculum.   Mentioned: It's Beyond Academi...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with Robin Lee, VP of Corporate Sponsorship Services for The Nashville Predators. This NHL team is making strides to make the pipeline from youth sports to professional hockey more diverse. Lee hopes the CORE program she leads will inspire others to make similar efforts to expand the fan base...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera takes listeners behind the scenes of her life this week. There are many lessons to learn from the 3 decades of marriage and 3 grown children she and her husband raised together. Join in for laughs and lessons from the highs and lows of over two decades of parenting.   Connect with Shanera and Brown...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera sits down with financial expert Patrice Washington to discuss her most recent book and what it looks like to "Redefine Wealth."   Mentioned: Patrice's books Redefine Wealth for Yourself: How to Stop Chasing Money and Finally Live Your Life's Purpose   Real Money Answers for Every Woman: How to Win...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with children's book author Darlynn Linton about the mission she's on to inspire others and revel in the beauty of life through her new book, "I Sing."   Mentioned: Darlynn's book, I Sing   Connect with Darlynn Linton: Website , Facebook , Instagram   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear:...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with best-selling author, historian and educator Dr. Jemar Tisby about the themes in his most recent book, "How to Fight Racism."   Mentioned: The Lost Cause Narrative Dr. Tisby's book, How to Fight Racism: Courageous Christianity and the Journey Toward Racial Justice Pass The Mic podcast   C...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with Allison Mathis Jones and Cynthia Mathis, the mother/daughter duo who co-host the podcast Kintsugi Conversations.  Allison and Cynthia believe listeners of all ages can learn a lot from their cross-generational, "no-issue-off-the-table" approach.  And their lives are a celebration of a we...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera continues her talk with author, speaker and consultant Christy Pruitt-Haynes about her most recent book "I Have to Pay for This," a candid discussion about her experience of her daughter going off to college.   Mentioned: Christy's book, I Have To Pay For This   Connect with Christy Pruitt-Haynes:...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with author, speaker and consultant Christy Pruitt-Haynes about her most recent book "I Have to Pay for This," a candid discussion about her experience of her daughter going off to college.   Mentioned: Christy's book, I Have To Pay For This   Connect with Christy Pruitt-Haynes: Website , ema...

Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera continues her discussion with a homeschool mom. Elan Page is the host of the Homeschool Our Way Podcast and she's a resource for families who are exploring the option of homeschooling.   Mentioned: Forbes article , "Why More Black Families Are Choosing to Homeschool Their Children" BlackGirlMathgic...