SHE WELL READ

On today's episode, we discuss Ch.6 of MTE, "Black Enough". Samra and Alana dive deeper into their own experiences of trying to be "black enough". Through Elaine's guidance, they drive home the lesson of creating your own spaces.   Mental Health Counseling Hotlines and Services- Psychologytoday.com https://www.opencounseling.com/hotlines-us      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

On today's episode, we sit down and chat with tik tok famous Brittany Burcham @fostertheteens! She is an emergency foster mom in Birmingham,AL and uses her tik tok to raise awareness on adopting from foster care.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we talk to the founder of Beauty and a Book Box, Nisha! We discuss her career and how that led her to creating a brand that emphasis self care through books and beauty! Use our code BAABB10 for 10% off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, we discuss Chapter 5 of MTE, Ride or Die Syndrome. We are introduced to "First Love" and are reminded that when someone shows you who they are FIRST the time, believe them.  article reference-https://people.com/music/gucci-mane-praises-wife-keyshia-kaoir-backlash-prison-drugs/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, we discuss Chapter 4 of MTE "Pretty or Butt Ugly". We go down memory lane through our middle and high school years talking about all of the trends that we thought made us enough. Elaine and time help us realize how trivial those things were and are and how to overcome.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TRIGGER WARNING! Today we discuss Chapter 3 of MTE "Brown Girl Bosses". In this episode, we talk about how demons in our childhood shape the way we see life. Elaine shows us how making peace with our lesser angels and learning to love who we are, ultimately conquers all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, we dissect Chapter 2 of MTE, "White Paper Family". We discuss how Elaine's immersion experience of being one of few black students was very similar to our own. Although the easiest thing to do is fit in, Elaine reminds us that when the world tells you to shrink, expand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dissect Chapter 1 of More Than Enough (MTE) "Born Enough". This chapter is all about claiming your space and setting your boundaries. Look inwards, reflect and breathe we gon make it y'all! Also, don't forget to donate to our book drive that ends on the 19th! https://tinyurl.com/Podbookdrive Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back! Listen as we discuss the new book for this season "More Than Enough" by Elaine Welteroth. Also, click here for the link to our Book Drive collab with Kinda Adulting! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Powerful words from our final "Question for the Culture" episode featuring Dr. Terra Griffin, of We Sage Health and Wellness. In this episode, we talk about mental health resources and how to get connected to the right services. As lana said, “We are our outreach and support system. No one understands the pain and struggle we go through better than us- the community affected.” Learn more about you...

Y’all miss the podcast yet? (we’ll be back soon😉) We've got your fix of Lana and Samra in this raw interview discussing #tokenism, #microagressions, and what it was like growing up in primarily white communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of “Question for the Culture,” we sit down with our good friend @baby_chvd to discuss how to be an active participant of #blacklivesmatter movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s get intersectional!! In this episode we talk to our friend over at @feminist_hotdog, Adrienne Van Der Valk on what exactly that means and how it affects us. Adrienne gives us her perspective on #BLM and how feminism is intertwined in this movement.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we sit down and chat with @myanichole on the political aspect of #blm. We discuss ways to stay informed, calls to action, events, and a new multimedia platform called @our360news !  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our first episode, we chat with Lacey Woodroof, who is the owner of the sustainable clothing store @abasicshop in downtown Birmingham. Lacey provides us with her insights on having a small business in wake of the corona virus, as well as what it means to be a white ally during the #BLM movement and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to Part 2 of our women empowerment interview with Freedom Revamped right here, right now!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the season finale!! On todays episode we discuss the conclusion of TMWYGH. As we've journeyed through TMWYGH, we have not only seen friendship in a new light but we also now feel more called than ever to be actively changing the narrative on female friendships. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of SWR, we cover Chapter 6, "Strength in Numbers." Alana and Samra discuss how important friendship is in your twenties. Friends are often our constant when life is evolving, but they're not always perfect. Being realistic about our friendships can help us tell if they're worth having or if we need to let go for our own good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

On today's episode of SWR, we discuss Chapter 5, "Our BFF's, People, and Soulmates." Samra and Alana talk about the deeper levels of friendship, and how only you can define who your soulmates are.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of SWR, we talk about Ch. 4, "A New Focus On Friendships." This chapter covers, you guessed it, friendships. Samra and Alana go on a deeper dive into friendships and continue to journey through TMWYGH.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of SWR, we talk about Chapter 3, "Boys, Boys, Boys." Samra and Alana discuss the role of friendships in the midst of romantic relationships and situation-ships. How can we balance our education, career, and make sure our love life is on lock? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of SWR, we discuss Chapter 2, "Mean Girls and Nice Girls." Samra and Alana analyze the true meaning of "mean" girls and "nice" girls.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of SWR, we talk about Chapter 1, "The Friendships That Shaped Our Own." Samra and Alana talk about how female friendships have evolved through the past, present, and future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to SHE WELL READ! In today's episode, Samra and Alana introduce themselves and the book club to all of you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices