Sober Black Girls Club

We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Mac (she/fae), a Certified Holistic Sex Educator and the visionary behind the Sober S3x Series. In this episode, we navigate the concept of intimacy, explore the myriad of ways to cultivate intimacy with oneself (i.e., affirming ourselves in the mirror, etc.), and discuss how these practices can lead to healthier relationships and stronger boundaries with others. Joi...

Founder and creator of She Really Had A Baby, Jessica Rose, really got sober! On this episode of Sober Black Girls Club Podcast, Jessica and Khadi talk about early sobriety and fellowship, authenticity in recovery, creating while sober and finding love! Episode 38, She Really Got Sober, is now available on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. Related Jessica Rose/ She Really...

EP 37: Dr. Ayana Knows Real Professor, Addiction Doctor, Researcher, Libra, and fellow unapologetic Black woman, Ayana Jordan, guest-hosts Sober Black Girls Club Podcast. In this episode, Ayana discusses what motivated her to practice addiction medicine, why women tend to progress faster into dependence from substance use than men, and what living a soft life means to her. Related Links: Ayana Jor...

Owon Johnson, the first Black midwife in Tulsa, joins Khadi and J to explore cultural considerations, practical self-care tips, and the importance of mental wellbeing for mothers, muvas and caretakers. Related Links: Owon on Instagram: ⁠ @tulsamidwifeowon Greenwood Midwifery and Integrative Health: ⁠ https://www.greenwoodmidwifery.com/ Email : ⁠ i nfo@greenwoodintegrativemidwifery.com Stay connect...

This episode features POP Buchanan, creator of the Sober is Dope platform. After suffering from alcohol addiction and hitting rockbottom, POP began his journey to recovery with prayers, affirmations, and positive thinking. Now with over 10 years of sobriety, POP joins Khadi and J to discuss his recovery, music and everything in between. Related Links: Pop Bucanon on Instagram: https://www.instagra...

In this episode, Khadi and J.Nicole discuss everything from eating chili with tuna melts to recommitting to therapy to communicating in community and the necessity of forgiveness (or the lack thereof). This episode can be listened to on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and Amazon Music. Stay connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftm...

This episode features Brandon Anthony, a SBGC meeting host with a remarkable journey of softness, humility and transformation. From experiencing homelessness in Southeast D.C. to becoming a beacon of hope in the community through his top-rated Reddit video series, Recovery Road and nonprofit organization, Santana's Foundation, Brandon candidly shares his personal story of overcoming adversity...

J and I want to express our heartfelt gratitude to you for being a part of the Sober Black Girls Club community. Your support means the world to us. As we close this season, we extend warm wishes to each and every one of you. Thank you for joining us and listening, and may your new year be filled with positivity, intention, and renewed sense of purpose. Cheers to 2024! - Khadi --------------------...

Did alcohol play a role or was it simply terrible decision making? During this episode, Khadi and J. Nicole discuss how they handled various situations (like the time Khadi felt disrespected at a family function) before recovery, and how they would handle similar situations now. This episode can be listened to on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and Amazon Music. Sober Black Girl...

After Khadi and Nicole share their own recent (self) recovery revelations, the two discuss how a number of well-intentioned phrases may simplify the struggles faced by marginalized communities and inadvertently ignore the structural barriers they encounter on their journey to sobriety or while in recovery. This episode can be listened to on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and Am...

This month, Khadi and Nicole discuss praying addiction away. Sharing their personal journeys and perspectives, they explore the complexities of solely using religion and spirituality to explain and overcome addiction. The episode takes a turn as they discuss the idea that our relationship choices can mirror our parental dynamics and life circumstances. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRL...

Khadi and J. Nicole share their journey of releasing old narratives that once influenced their sobriety and wellness practices. Khadi reveals the reason(s) behind her recent 17-day streak of sobriety from marijuana (now 42 days), while J. Nicole speaks candidly about her evolution towards a more relaxed approach to being around alcohol. Episode 28 can be listened to on Apple Podcasts, Google Podca...

Happy Juneteenth! Celebrate today and join hands with us as we pave a path of support for Black girls, women, and gender-expansive folks who are bravely examining their relationship with substances by donating to our  A Juneteenth Fundraiser .   In this episode, J. Nicole opens up about her passion for thrifting and the joy it brings to her life, while Khadi shares about her journey of rediscoveri...

Actress, Storyteller, and Mental Health Advocate, Brettina Davis, joins Khadi and J. Nicole to share her experience with borderline personality disorder and insight into what it is like being an actress in recovery. Brettina's IG: @thebrettina Brettina's TikTok: @thebrettina Brettina's Website: https://brettinadavis.com/ Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-sto...

Disclaimer: This episode will be available via audio only. Mercury is retrograde and we couldn't avoid her no matter how hard we tried. Please excuse the minor audio glitches. In this episode, Khadi and J. Nicole discuss the importance of taking time off work to focus on recovery and share advice on reentering the workforce. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop sh...

Khadi and J. Nicole share their interpretation and thoughts on the popular recovery quote, "sobriety is the most important thing in your life, without exception[...]." This episode is available on Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, Amazon Music, and Youtube.  Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge o...

In this episode, SBGC member Taqiyya joins Khadi and J. Nicole to share what it was like getting sober in her 40s and how she remains sober today. Taqiyya's sobriety is rooted in trauma, healing, and yoga. She is an anti-racism educator, health advocate, and proud mother to an amazing 9-year-old girl. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment...

Cohosts Khadi A. Oluwatoyin and J. Nicole welcome each other back to the mic after their season one break. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge on all platforms. Email: podcast@soberblackgirlsclub.com Website: http://www.soberblackgirlsclub.com/ YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@SoberBlackGirlsClub Instagram: https://www.ins...

In part one of 'Sober Daughter', author, Fawna Asfaw, joined Khadi and J. Nicole to discuss losing a parent twice, addiction and recovery. In this final segment, Fawna and Khadi exchange their thoughts and share their experiences on recovering in L.A., the role addiction plays in Black liberation and expansion, and the importance of community. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, y...

Author, Fawna Asfaw, join Khadi and J. Nicole to discuss losing a parent twice, addiction, community, and recovery. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge on all platforms. Website: http://www.soberblackgirlsclub.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNZ_Wb_RDIQOaUIlEh2JyQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sober...

Making amends to others is a popular and welcomed conversation in recovery, but how important is it to make amends with ourselves? After all, isn't it the 'self' we have harmed the most? In this episode, Khadi and J. Nicole talk about self-forgiveness and self-reconciliation.  Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge on a...

Khadi and J. Nicole laugh over their first impressions and existing partnership via We're Not Really Strangers, a purpose-driven card game about digging deeper and empowering meaningful connections. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge on all platforms. Website: http://www.soberblackgirlsclub.com/ YouTube: https://www.yout...

Khadi and J. Nicole discuss giving themselves permission to pause and navigate life, as is, in all its ups, downs, and glory. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge on all platforms. Website: http://www.soberblackgirlsclub.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqNZ_Wb_RDIQOaUIlEh2JyQ Instagram: https://www.instagram...

J. Nicole and Khadi talk about the support they received from family and friends while in their addiction and share advice for anyone looking to help a loved one overcome theirs. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge on all platforms. Website: http://www.soberblackgirlsclub.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqN...

J. Nicole and Khadi chat about their experiences working with sponsors, discuss what qualities they believe make a great sponsor, and share advice for anyone searching for one. Khadi talks briefly about SBGC's mentorship program and its revamp. Stay Connected! Subscribe to SOBER BLACK GIRLS CLUB, your one-stop shop for community, upliftment, and knowledge on all platforms. Website: http://www.sobe...