Highly Melanated Podcast

Ask yourself this question:  WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ON PURPOSE?  In this episode we have the pleasure of having Samiyrah Bennett, LCSW as a guest to talk more about her book, mental health awareness and what it means to intentionally mind the business of me!  In this episode, Samiyrah shares techniques and drops gems to help others cope and work through their mental health.  PICK UP YOUR COPY TO...

In this episode we celebrate 5 whole years of doing this podcast with a sincere and genuine conversation about what we've learned  about ourselves and life in these 5 years.   Audio Credit: TLC - It's Sunny (We do not own the rights to this music) CORRECTION LORI MINOR on Facebook Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_Melanate...

In this week's episode we talk about our own spring cleaning of self, not things.   Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXA IF YOU WANT TO BE A GUEST OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GREAT CHOICE, HIT US UP!!! FEEL FREE TO EMAIL US @highlymelanatedpodcast@g...

We are FINALLY back to close out Melanin Madness with a winner Listen to the episode to see who came out on top! Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXA IF YOU WANT TO BE A GUEST OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GREAT CHOICE, HIT US UP!!! FEEL FREE TO EMAIL US @...

Join us as we play our version of March Madness in this weeks competition -- Melanin Madness Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXA IF YOU WANT TO BE A GUEST OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GREAT CHOICE, HIT US UP!!! FEEL FREE TO EMAIL US @highlymelanatedpodca...

We are back another episode to discuss the Angela Bassett and how we are tired of white people playing in our faces Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXA IF YOU WANT TO BE A GUEST OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GREAT CHOICE, HIT US UP!!! FEEL FREE TO EMAIL U...

Instead of missing a week of recording, we are back with an episode about everything and nothing at the same time!  Just come chill with us as we just randomly talk about things with that pop into our heads as they happen. Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYlu...

We are back with a wonderful conversation about what it means to love on yourself and the community.  We are also joined by our friend to the show and longtime listener Yannick Ladson, otherwise known as Dr. Ya to dig into why we love the way we do, Akoma Day how can we learn how to love ourselves in a healthy and progressive way. For more info please visit  www.askdoctorya.com Yannick “Dr. Ya” La...

we are just shooting the shit and playing games...  See if you can guess:  Who Said Dat? Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXA IF YOU WANT TO BE A GUEST OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GREAT CHOICE, HIT US UP!!! FEEL FREE TO EMAIL US @highlymelanatedpodcast@g...

HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH!!! In this episode we have a continuation of our last conversation about parenting.   Welcome Heidi (mother of 3) & Charles (father of twins) to the Melanin Manor as they join in the conversation as we break down our thoughts of The Parent Test on ABC If you would like to join us for a community convo at the Melanin Manor feel free to reach out!  Highly Melanated is n...

We are back with our first episode of 2023, and what better way to begin the year than to talk about the foundation of our existence... PARENTS!!! Based on Nick Cannon and the Akon comment, we talk about what it means to have a parent that does or does not support you as a child.  How does that impact you as an adult and what does it mean to truly feel seen as a child.   Follow US IG:  https://www...

We are joined with actor, director, producer & teacher & writer Marishka S. Phillips to have an awesome conversation on the craft of acting! Marishka S. Phillips was born into the entertainment business.  Her mother, Sandra Reaves-Phillips is an award-winning actress, in addition to being a writer and a singer.  Marishka grew up immersed in theater, film and television, so it was not surpr...

We are back with an awesome guest, E.C. Pizarro III to talk about TransTech Social , Marsha's Web and what it means to pay trans & queer folks for what they are worth. Click all the links to get more info E.C Pizarro III is an award-winning Brand Designer and Digital Artist. He is also the Creative Director of his design firm, 1Z2R, the Executive Director of TransTech Social Enterprises ,...

We are back with returning friend to the show Halima "Serene Stylez" Saadia to have an awesome conversation about giving back to the community. Serene Stylez is back as a guest to talk about what she is doing with her Serene Scholarship for fem identifying young women in their senior year of high school to have the experience of a lifetime. For more info email directly  @serenescholarshi...

The gang is back with another episode. No major topic, just us chillin at the melanated lounge shooting the sh*t feel free to answer any of the questions Send us your answers @highlymelanatedpodcast@gmail.com or DM us We will read your answers the next episode Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.yout...

Happy Turkey Day!! We are just shooting the sh*t and talking about our levels of petty. Question of the Week: What's the most pettiest thing you have ever done or know that someone did? Email us @highlymelanatedpodcast@gmail.com Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6K...

***SPOILER ALERT*** ***SPOILER ALERT******SPOILER ALERT***  Spoiler begins @ 29:00    We are talking about Black Panther 2 Wakanda Forever!!! NUFF SAID...  Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXA IF YOU WANT TO BE A GUEST OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BE A GREAT C...

We have fun breaking down our childhood fears while discussing the difference between fear and anxiety. Meaningful conversations about what fear means as an adult and how we address fear, anxiety and trauma now that we are older. Question of the Week: What are your fears, both rational and irrational? How did you overcome your childhood fears? Email your answers to @highlymelanatedpodcast@gmail.co...

In this episode, we have a meaningful and of course fun conversation about what it means to set expectations that are based in reality. Questions of the Week: What is one thing that completely caught you off guard about someone you've dated (Positive or Negative)? How do you set your expectations? What are your expectations in relationships? Are you setting realistic expectations or is a fant...

This week, we discuss the topic of the many misconceptions we face in our personal lives as well as across the board within our individual community  Follow Us IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb2VbyoW6KaMxQo5onYluXA email us @highlymelantedpodcast@gmail.com Follow US IG:  https://www.i...

After a much needed month long break the melanated gang is back with another episode! In this episode, we play catch up on where we have been and talk about a few things that have been goin on since our short absence in a wind down at the melanated manor In celebration of this upcoming Halloween, one of our lil sister podcasts, SPILLED MILK PODCAST hosted by a friend to the show, Demi & Dakota...

After a little break, we are back at the Highly Melanated Manor!!! We have a conversation about community and what it means to have community.  PJ shares his experiences about being on the planning committee for the 25th anniversary of NYC Black Pride We have a deeper conversation about what it means to be engaging and how we can get involved in community no matter community that is.  Honorable Me...

***Due to post production issues this was a delayed posting.  We apologize for those of ya'll who look forward to us EVERY THURSDAY @ 12PM*** This is another episode where we shoot the sh*t and talk about things that we never get around to talking about such as body count, space and the final frontier, introverts vs extraverts & WILL SMITH returning to social media even the Queen herself...

We are joined on the mic with 2 brothers, Boogie Blake (creator of Melanin Oversees ) & avid world traveler Kenyatta Montgomery for an IOTA takeover and also to talk about the importance  USE PROMO CODE - "HIGHLY MELANATED"  get buy one get one free item on their website Overseas (MelaninOverseas ™ & MorenaOverseas ™) was created to promote, advocate and display the travel of Afr...

In this episode we break down privilege.   Often we hear about white privilege and leave it at that, but there is so much more and a deeper conversation to be had.  We ALL have some level of privilege  What is your privilege?  If you don't know, check it at the door! Follow US IG:  https://www.instagram.com/highlymelanatedpodcast Twitter:  https://www.twitter.com/H_MelanatedPod YouTube:  http...