Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

Hey lady, this week Dr. Antar Tichavakunda, Assistant Professor of Education at the University of California Santa Barbara and author of Black Campus Life: The Worlds Black Students Make at Historically White Institution , joins Terri and Dr. Dom and discusses the shifts that we all can make when preparing the younger generations for their next steps in life. Research has shown that early interven...

Hey lady! It’s Friday, you made it and we know you’re ready to unwind. So, pour yourself a glass of wine and tap in for some girl talk. This week Dr. Dom and Terri dish on a few hot topics. They keep it real about when May-December romance is hot…and when it’s not. They reflect on the state of the media and why tuning out is perfectly fine in the name of mental health, and why tapping completely o...

Hey lady! We have a question for you…what about your friends? How are your friendships going? Are you happy in your established relationships or are you looking to make a new foundation with like-hearted women? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom sit down and reflect on the highs and lows of five years of podcasting. What started as a chance run-in at a conference turned into a strong and meaningful frie...

Hey lady! Have you ever been in a relationship and something is off but you can’t quite put your finger on what it is? It’s probably your inner compass telling you to pay attention or something more definitive – like it’s time to end the relationship. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom offer a strong perspective on the common ways we are lulled into unfulfilling relationships and ideas on when it’s prob...

Calling all the lover girls! Lady, if you identify as a sweetheart and you are a lover of love then this episode is for you. Toni Judkins, Senior Vice President of Programming Development for Hallmark Media, joins Terri and Dr. Dom for an illuminating conversation about her journey through media to becoming a key decision-maker at Hallmark. Toni shares the wisdom she’s gathered along the way about...

Hey lady! Get ready because this episode is juicy! This week, Terri and Dr. Dom welcome Leona Nichole Black, a tarot reader and author of Tarot Therapy: Harness the Healing Power of the Deck . She offers powerful perspectives on practical ways the use of tarot can help guide your decision-making and real tips on how to tell the real from the fake in the world of tarot and spirituality. You’ll want...

Hey lady! It's Terri and Dr. Dom here popping into your world with a short bonus episode. No matter how you found this episode, we're so happy you're here and we truly believe that you landed here for a reason. Okayyyy, we see you universe! Today we're talking about choosing faith over fear and we want to invite you to our live podcast show in Oakland, CA on July 8, 2023 at 7PM. Register here: htt...

Hey lady! There comes a time in life when you’ll have to open up your mouth and speak up. But, certain situations require a deeper level of skill than others. How do you navigate tough conversations? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom outline a few scenarios where they’ve had to speak up or observed others having to speak up for themselves and provide feedback on how we can show up in those situations a...

Hey lady! Are you a hot mama or know one? Well, if you are one and if you know one then you know that being a mother is a full-time, no-days off job and when done well can bear great fruit. This week, Dr. Dom and Terri sit down for a practical conversation about the various ways mothers can incorporate intentionality in the way they mother. A lot of what constitutes for good mothering is making th...

Lady! You are in for a treat this week. Dr. Dom and Terri have the privilege of having an enlightening conversation with a one-of-a-kind visionary and they want you to tap in! MeryAnne Loum-Martin is the owner of Jnane Tamsna, a luxury boutique hotel located in Marrakesh, Morocco. MeryAnne tells her amazing story of how she’s lived an extraordinary life and how her travels and experiences have giv...

Hey lady! When you look at your life does it reflect where you thought you’d be twenty years ago, or is it completely different than how you imagined? If it’s radically different than what you imagined don’t fret. In fact, rejoice because that can be a sign that you’ve been following your unique path. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom sit down and reflect on their lives and process the ups and downs of...

Hey lady! This week, Terri and Dr. Dom are joined by Benjamin Adkins, a business strategy, career, and individual coach, who is an expert on the power of the personal pivot. Ben provides impactful coaching to clients to help them develop the skill of agility and being able to be nimble in their work environments. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself shouting “Preach, Preacher!” as he drops gems...

Hey lady! A true community is made up of all ages. It’s the way we pass knowledge and traditions – you know – keep recipes in the community. This week, Dr. Dom and Terri reflect on some of the best pieces of wisdom they’ve received from the elders in their lives. In the community, there are ways we engage to help us keep our lives together and functioning well in a civil society. What are some of...

Hey lady! You go, girl! No, for real, why don’t you go to your mirror, turn this episode on and repeat after us? You go, girl! This week, Terri and Dr. Dom share the affirmations that help remind them to fix their crowns and walk out in the world knowing how special and valuable they are. Affirmations and mantras are powerful tools that can help change the narrative you tell yourself. And, when do...

Roll call! Where are all of our bougie, classy, and ratchet ladies? This episode is for you. Over the years we’ve provided some bomb content with useful tools, but let’s talk about the essence of you. Lady, you are a masterpiece! And this podcast celebrates all of the pieces that make you…you. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom sit down and invite you into the pieces that make them the multi-faceted dyn...

Hey lady, are you out here dating and running into interesting situations? What do we mean by that? We’re talking about ghosting. It’s lame and can feel not so fun but it’s a part of modern dating life. So, what exactly is ghosting and what can you do if you’re the one getting ghosted? Terri and Dr. Dom dip into all of the factors that go into why people ghost and how to handle being ghosted. They...

Today, we’re sharing a preview of one of our favorite podcasts: American Sex. On a mission to change our dysfunctional relationship with shame & pleasure, hosts Sunny Megatron & Ken Melvoin-Berg tackle taboo topics with lighthearted humor & down-to-earth relatability. This clip is from episode 170 Taboo BDSM Play . In it, guest Mollena Williams-Haas discusses making sense of our darkes...

Hey lady! Is there something on your heart, an idea you really want to get off of the ground, and you’re just waiting for the right time? Are you aware that there is no time like the present? Sure, maybe you’ve heard that old adage plenty of times, but it’s true. The only way to get better or even gauge where you are in the process is to start. This week, Dr. Dom and Terri sit down and have a fran...

Slim-thick, bean pole, pear, apple – how has your body been categorized? Cheryle, Jennifer and Taylor discuss body image and their relationships to their bodies over time. Then, we hear from Michaela Duerson, a plus-size model, talent agent, photographer and former gymnast, who explains the importance of appreciating our bodies at their many stages and why everyone is wrong. Tune in here: https://...

Hey lady, calling all the go-getters! This week Dr. Dom and Terri sit down with Clothilde Ewing, VP of Strategic Communications at the Chicago Community Trust and author of Stella and the Mystery of the Missing Tooth , to discuss everything from the power of perseverance, self-belief, and tenacity to the importance of intentionally telling stories of joy for Black children. She has a light and rea...

Sometimes in life, we have choice points in how we’re going to handle a situation. We can take the information presented to us and choose how we want to view things. In fact, we get to do so. See, lady, life is full of opportunities to view things in your favor…or not. It’s all about perspective. This week, Dr. Dom and Terri offer their, ahem, perspectives on how powerful the decision to make shif...

Hey lady, we have a question for you. So often we hear about the red flags in relationships, but what about the green flags in relationships? What about the signs of long-term compatibility and healthy respect that trigger feelings of safety and trust? This week Terri and Dr. Dom discuss all the positive traits that help you keep a balanced perspective in relationships. Can you spot when you’re de...

Hey lady! We talk a lot about the tools to keep you out here living a healthy, safe, and productive life, but what does it really look like when you go out in the world and live that beautiful life you’ve cultivated for yourself? This week, Terri and Dr. Dom have a fun chat about what you need to know when you decide to live on your own. Regardless of what season you are in, there is a ton of valu...

Hey lady! You’re in for a treat with this week’s episode. Yvette Nicole Brown stops by the Cultivating H.E.R. Space podcast to have some fun girl talk with Dr. Dom and Terri. Yvette brings her warm personality and positive energy to discuss an initiative that is dear to her heart – It’s Bigger Than Me. The movement helps shine a light on obesity and addresses some myths about obesity, primarily th...

Hey lady, no matter where you are in life or what age you’re currently enjoying, we all know there aren’t any rules to life, but there are social graces that help us journey together. Especially, if you’re a woman or femme. Girl code can seem superficial but is real and actually a useful way to be in relationship with other women. Whether they are your friends or just other women out here living i...