Nurah Speaks

This episode features Kathyrn Muhammad, a Master Teacher educating children in Camden, NJ. I invited Kathryn to the podcast because of her expertise in education, in particular, educating the black child. As you will hear in this episode she is passionate about teaching and she recognizes that learning involves more than academics. It also involves the love of children and the will to help them su...

In this episode, I answer a question that was posed to me a short while ago. Essentially, the question is, “How was I able to establish myself in the area of youth services?” So I thought the best way to answer that question is to share my own journey. That is what I do in this episode. If you would like to engage with the show, submit your listener questions to questions@NurahZaheerah.com. Listen...

I am excited to welcome Sulaiha Turner to the Nurah Speaks Podcast. Sulaiha is a professional hair stylist and owner of Essential Nutrientz, an all natural hair product line. In this episode Sulaiha explains: -how Essential Nutrientz was born -the impact hair products can have on general health -what consumers should look for in shampoos and conditioners -the benefits of investing in a business co...

The woman is the first teacher, the first nurse, the first doctor…therefore her wellness in all aspects of life is essential to the wellness of our communities. If you would like to engage with the show, submit your listener questions to questions@NurahZaheerah.com.  Listeners can also learn more about Nurah by visiting her website:  NurahZaheerah.com and reading her blog: www.nurahzaheerah.com/bl...

Let’s talk about our use of the term “woke” and what it really means to be woke. For those who may not know, the term “woke” refers to being consciously aware and understanding the nature of social, economic and political injustices. But what good is being woke if our awareness does not translate into action? In this episode, I break down how our wokeness must move beyond awareness: *Woke means WO...

verb ed·i·fy \ ˈe-də-ˌfī \ Uplift, Enlighten, Dignify If Black women are the most educated group in America... If the Black community controls $1.2 trillion annually… If Black people have the most significant influence on pop culture… Why are we still confronted with century’s old dilemmas? Considering that in 2018 we are in the age of Barbecue Becky, ID Adam, mass incarceration, unarmed police sh...

I am so proud of this episode and of this week’s guest Youth Leader, Haafiz Muhammad. Haafiz joined me to discuss the impact he’s made in his community and ways we can empower young people to tackle issues that confront them daily. Haafiz has been instrumental in Camden, New Jersey’s efforts to mitigate violence impacting youth through his participation in the Department of Justice’s National Foru...

I love this couple and you will too! Terrence and Brandy White were my guests during their recent visit to Camden, New Jersey to feature the acclaimed book Terrence co-authored, ‘Doing Time With My Son.’ The book features his journey of incarceration, recovery and re-entry to society. We discussed why the book is necessary, why their story needed to be told, how to cope when your loved one is inca...

Emotions make for good servants but poor masters. This is a truism of which we should stay mindful. Because while feelings go away, actions fueled by feelings can have permanent consequences and detrimental ramifications on decisions and relationships. Too many of our men and women (young and old) are experiencing this first hand from their jail cells. Lives have been lost, families destroyed and...

I came across a horrendous meme recently which stated, “The Smartest Thing A Woman Can Learn Is To Never Need A Man.” Seeing this let me know that the time has come for us to start speaking up for our men, for ourselves and AGAINST the barrage of misinformation sent our way. In this episode I share my take on this devaluing, divisive and denigrating language and share what I believe is the smartes...

Welcome to episode 28! I am happy to share my interview with Ms. Mona Pryor, business consultant and the manager of the Market Street Group. At the Market Street Group., Mona manages the company’s Tax Preparation Service, Business Planning and Financial Planning Service, Hoarders Express Cleanup Service and the Original Cafe and Bistro. What interests me most about Mona is the impact she makes on...

This was an extremely fun conversation with Nichelle Pace, owner of Brand Enchanting Media. Not only was it an informative dialogue but I also got to bask in 80’s and 90’s culture with a fellow Gen-X’er. In this episode you will hear Nichelle describe her journey into media and marketing and why there have been so many prominent ads recently getting it all wrong. We delve into her family’s tie to...

Chabree Muhammad is this week’s guest on Nurah Speaks! Chabree is the Director of Muhammad’s University of Islam 20 (MUI) and M.E.L. Childcare Center Inc. in Camden, NJ. More than that, Chabree is a leading expert in educating Black Children! Let's set the stage. Camden is one of the most challenged cities in the nation. The city struggles with poverty, crime, literacy and educational attainments....

Youth are highly perceptive and they spot sincerity as easily as they spot phoniness. Therefore it is essential that when working with them in capacities such as teachers, mentors, clinicians or coaches we must always: Be Loving Be Non-Judgmental Be a Role Model We must remind ourselves that it is a privilege to be positioned to impact the potential within our young people. Being reckless, judgmen...

I thought this subject worthy enough to have a part 2. In this episode, I share the benefits of eating less, avoiding non-nutritive food items, fasting, eating fresh fruits and vegetables and being mindful about our food choices. *Train our stomachs and retrain our appetites. *Eat less-the more we eat, the more wear and tear we put on our stomachs and digestive system. *Fasting-Fasting gives our b...

Blacks suffer from chronic diseases at increased rates and have the highest cancer death rate of any group. Most of our chronic health conditions are diet related and therefore preventable when we make appropriate dietary choices. We must know what to eat, when to eat and how much to eat. This conversation is just a start at tackling this necessary subject. Follow Dr. Terry Mason on Facebook and e...

This ‘Drive Time” episode comes on the heels of the Starbucks controversy in which two black men were arrested while waiting for their associate. Here, I confront us with our responsibility to ourselves and the indignities we suffer when we neglect them. Also, do we have the will to use our trillion plus in buying power to establish our own economic base? Or will we remain at the Rich Man’s Gate?...

Build your own table before demanding a seat at the table of another. For decades we have petitioned to be treated with equity by white America; but have we enjoined equal labor, commitment, investment, love and governance among our own? This conversation challenges us. What have we done amongst ourselves, FOR OURSELVES - except sport and entertainment - that would urge others to welcome us into t...

I am joined in this episode by Reverend Chris Collins, CEO and Editor of the Anointed News Journal. The Anointed News Journal is the nation’s premier weekly faith-based and professional publication for winners - with 24 years in circulation. I was very delighted by this conversation as Reverend Collins sat with me to share his remarkable journey of resilience and faith. In this episode you will le...

Win, Rock & Rule is the 'MUST ATTEND' New Jersey networking event. Win, Rock & Rule is presented by Dr. Dee C. Marshall, Founder of Girlfriends Pray. This year’s event featured an abundance of incredible women including: Janaye Ingram-one of the organizers of the Women’s March and Camden, New Jersey’s own Sonia Lewis, the Student Loan Doctor, Maddie Brooks, Prudential Financial Manager, DaVita Gar...

I’m trying something new this episode so I’m calling this one, ‘Drive Time Thoughts: Monique and Netflix.’ In this episode, I question our public response to the Monique/Netflix issue. What does it mean to ‘Support Black’? And should ‘Support Black’ exclude personally disparaging our own in the public? This episode was recorded during my commute; I thought it’d be a cool idea to share my ‘Drive Ti...

In this episode of Nurah Speaks, I share three ways in which we can empower our youth. Remember that, just like us, our young people are searching for Purpose, Power and Importance. And although social media provides a means to instant response and recognition; it can also foster a false sense of reality. Therefore, we must equip youth with life skills necessary to find purpose, power and importan...

This is a PHENOMENAL conversation with my sister from the U.K., Rita Gayle. Rita is the author of the compelling book ‘Friend Across the Water: A personal journal inside Black America’. Formerly of the BBC, Rita is a journalist, author, academic and lecturer. She has a broad knowledge of global affairs which she demonstrates expertly in this conversation. In our interview, Rita discusses the moral...

I wanted to share my 6 takeaways after watching and rewatching the blockbuster movie Black Panther! This movie was amazing on so many levels and there were many lessons to be learned from the onscreen and off screen action. Nurah Speaks is a weekly podcast that tugs at the soul and consciousness of the black community.  Nurah Speaks listeners will gain unique perspectives on topics such as educati...

Sonja Prince is Kwesi Prince’s mother and was his primary caregiver. Kwesi was only seven years old in 2010 when he was diagnosed with a rare malignant brain tumor. In that year Kwesi had two brain surgeries, radiation and high dose chemotherapy. After 15 months of remission, he relapsed in 2012. He had another surgery, chemotherapy and a bone marrow transplant. In 2013 Kwesi relapsed a second tim...