Hey I'm Listening With Dr. Joan

Every menstrual cycle is different. What’s typical for one woman may not be the same for someone else. Many women have endured years of excruciating pain during their cycles due to a lack of knowledge and awareness of what the body goes through, with only temporary solutions. What if there is a solution? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Christine Marie Quigless about Why...

People learn in their own unique ways. People learn at different paces, have different strengths, challenges, and interests, and frequently employ learning styles that reflect their distinctive personalities. Holistic learning supports the self-conscious, superconscious, and unconscious and it fully activates all aspects of the learner's personality; intellect, emotions, imagination, and body...

Getting credit for your work as a creative is a vital part of your creative experience. Black women creatives and Black people, in general, have gone through decades without being credited for their work. How do we get black people to get credit for their work? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Naomi Addai about Anti Black Racism Naomi Addai is a Toronto-based thespian, d...

For the longest time, Black people have perpetuated a false narrative about our origins and history. This narrative has consistently conditioned our mindset and response to the traumatic events that happened to our ancestors. In order to heal from trauma, we as a Black community must tell our stories through our lenses. Before the traumas, who were we? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Jo...

Being a Black Creative entails paving the way for others to speak in spaces that were not always designed to include creative voices. How can Black Creatives participate in business, politics, and government? How can we creatively structure our society to improve the lives of Black people? How can creatives strive and make an impact in a world that is not entirely structured for change? In this ep...

Gen Zers, unlike any other generation, are the first digital natives and barely remember a time without technology. Along with the numerous benefits that the digital age provides, it also brings a variety of drawbacks. One of these harms is Social Anxiety, which has made it difficult for people to connect physically with others and build relationships. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Jo...

Companies are embracing inclusivity, making promises about greater diversity, and hiring more Black people now than ever. However, Black women creatives continue to struggle with high visibility, and the innate creative experience of Black people remains untapped. How do we elevate the visibility of Black women creatives and create spaces for them to exhibit their work? In this episode of Hey, I’m...

While everyone's brain develops similarly, no two brains function identically. Being neurodivergent means having a brain that functions differently than the average or "neurotypical" person's brain. How do you communicate with someone who thinks differently than you do? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann about Neurodivergence: Understanding Individual...

Thinking styles are a primary factor in communicating. Each person has a unique communication style and understanding your thinking style can help you communicate with others more effectively and easily resolve conflicts. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann about Communication: Understanding Individual Thinking Style Annabelle (Bee) Baumann is a certif...

Every individual has a distinct communication style through which they interact and exchange information with others. We all listen, think, and speak differently, and in order to understand and properly communicate with others, you must be aware of how you come across when communicating. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Bauman about Styles of Communication;...

Humor may be the last thing on one's mind when seeking healing from past traumas, but laughter is powerful medicine. It lures people in ways that cause healthy physical and emotional changes in the body. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Bauman about Healing Through Communication and Humor Annabelle (Bee) Baumann is a certified Intercultural Trainer, Moderat...

The rise in cultural diversity around the world has made us more aware of cultures other than our own. Individuals, however, may still find it difficult to adjust to these diverse cultures. How then does a child navigate interculturalism? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Annabelle Bee Baumann about her journey of Navigating Intercultural Relationships as a Child  An...

Creating a legacy takes faith, and courage to make the world better than you left it. When you think of the generations to come, what legacy do you hope to leave? Are you building your legacy? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Oby Chiapa about Building a Legacy  Oby Chiapa is an Operations Manager at a New York Based Project, Program, and Construction Services Consulting...

Male-dominated industries and environments are particularly prone to reinforcing negative stereotypes and creating uncomfortable environments that make it even more difficult for women to succeed. How do women thrive and succeed in such an environment, despite the limitations? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with  Oby Chiapa about Thriving in a Male-dominated Environmen...

Women and Men are diverse views when it comes to success in life or careers. While men have more of a tendency to define success by the level of their incomes and professional achievements, women generally place more emphasis on the journey and challenges they overcame on their success journey. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with  Oby Chiapa about The trajectory of suc...

Black female creatives have been on the rise in recent years. More women are starting businesses, putting their work out there, and gradually gaining visibility. As we consider Elevating the visibility of women creatives during Women's History Month, we also have to shed light on some of the struggles Black women creatives face such as getting past the gatekeepers and access to funding. Black wome...

When hearing the stories of highly successful people, it is easy to become discouraged, believing that success is unattainable due to the standards and struggles people face along the way. However, humanizing success and knowing that everyone struggles to get by keeps you motivated and on your path to success. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with  Oby Chiapa about Eleva...

Over the years Black Community has been stereotyped and is now self-stereotyping. It is important we get ourselves from that stereotypical mindset and think about what we really want for our lives, our kids, and our community.  In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Nathaniel A. Turner about Parenting in the Black Community Nathaniel A. Turner is an entrepreneur, renowned...

How can you equip your kids to be intellectually astute, globally competent, and socially conscious? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Nathaniel A. Turner about Parenting; Life by Backward Design Nathaniel A. Turner is an entrepreneur, renowned speaker, author, philanthropist, and leading parental empowerment activist. The 'Human Propulsion Engineer' is the author of mult...

To develop the next generation of thought leaders, community builders, professionals, and entrepreneurs in the Black community, we must begin by mentoring, motivating, and equipping children with the necessary skills, attitudes, and confidence they need to succeed in life. In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about the Mentorship of kids in the Black Communi...

Every child is unique, and as children grow older, they are faced with fear, and doubt and may constantly compare themselves with others. How can parents learn about each child’s individuality and teach children that it is okay to be themselves? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about Discovering your Child's Uniqueness Shaun SF. Banks have been involved...

Today's world contains far more information than ever before. For the Black community, technology has been a gain and a pain. Children are constantly exposed to negative self-image, pornography, and misinformation. How do we deal with the information at our fingertips that fosters negative mindsets in children? The Black community must reclaim power from the system by rejecting negative projection...

A child's social development is just as important as other areas of development. How can parents and educators help them address their curiosities, confusions, and concerns in ways that promote interaction, understanding, and socialization in a busy and fast-paced world? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about Navigating the modern world for kids | Kids a...

In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Shaun ‘SF’ Banks about The importance of engaged parents in 2023 Shaun SF. Banks have been involved in the youth development industry for over 20 years, focusing on developing youths’ self-confidence and self-efficacy. As a result, SF excels at motivating kids to go after their dreams and educating families on effective ways to produce th...

Over the years, the Black Community has experienced racial justice and this has continually surged in response to the rising number of murders of Black people by white and even black officers. How can we work towards a National Healing Journey? In this episode of Hey, I’m Listening, Dr. Joan speaks with Dr. Zaria Davis about Restorative Justice Practices Dr. Zaria Davis is a mentor, educator, and...