Spiked Sweet Tea

We're on a break. but it's just temporary. Enjoy our very first episode this week, and we'll be back soon. Deuces! #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackwomenpodcast

This week, Aprylle and Dena welcome special guest, Dr. Jayme Canty, as they talk about the value of an education for Black folx at HBCUs and PWIs. What do you say? #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackandeducated #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackpodcasts

We're talking about Sha'Carri Richardson, Naomi Osaka, and Simone Biles. We're shouting out Jordan Chiles, Simone Manuel, Sydney McGlaughlin, Brittney Reese, Dalilah Muhammad, Simone Manuel, Allyson Felix, Gwendolyn Berry, Quanera Haynes, Rebeca Andrade, Rachael Adams, Foluke Gunderson, Tara Davis, A'ja Wilson, Vashti Cunningham, Tina Charles, Kendra Harrison, Elaine Thompson-Harah, Shericka Johns...

This week Dena and Aprylle discuss an article from Vulture dot com written by former Bachelorette Rachel Lindsay. Once they started talking, they realized several similarities to journalist and professor Nikole Hannah-Jones. What happens when a confident Black woman enters into a predominantly white space? The ladies discuss it this episode. #spikedsweetteapodcast #spikedsweettea #blackwomenpodcas...

This week's episode features special guest, Dr. Falami and her research on body liberation. Join Aprylle and Dena in their interview with Dr. Falami and learn more about how she created a safe space for Black women to be vulnerable about their insecurities. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #protectblackwomen #supportblackwomen #sisterhood #bodypositivity #bodyliberation #podsofcolor #citebla...

Aprylle and Dena are so excited for the Summer Olympics, and the buzz around certain Black girl athletes has them thinking about how this new generation is different than generations prior. Take a listen as the ladies share their respect for these bold young women who take no prisoners. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackgirlmagic

Listen....Dena and Aprylle are loving A Black Lady Sketch Show! Are you watching? This week, the ladies share what they love about the show. Take a listen. #SpikedSweetTea #SpikedSweetTeapodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #ABLSS

This week Dena and Aprylle discuss trauma porn. What is it and are assigning the label appropriately? We've seen a lot of content from Black creators recently, but there are those of us who think a line has been crossed. Has it though? Stories like "Them" and "Two Distant Strangers" have some of us questioning the line between telling our stories and being provocative. This is one for the think pi...

Did y'all watch the #Verzuz between SWV and Xscape this weekend? Aprylle and Dena did. Take a listen to this week's episode to hear their thoughts. It may not be what you think! #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #verzuzbattle #swvvxscape #swvvsxscape #supportblackwomen #blackpodcast #blackwomenpodcasters

Can Black women self-advocate without being perceived as angry? When we are assertive or require respect, why are we called aggressive? This week Dena and Aprylle talk about how Black women must toe the line to avoid being called the dreaded "angry Black woman". Check it out #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackpodcasts #blackpodcasters #blackwomenpodc...

What defines Blackness? Are there gatekeepers? Should there be? Dena and Aprylle perceive a growing delegation of folks who cry foul to some who racially identify as Black. Check out this weeks episode as they discuss who and why. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcasts #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen 

We're back, did you miss us? This week, Aprylle and Dena talk about the blame laid on women when a relationship ends. Who's fault is it anyway? #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcast #protectblackwomen #supportblackwomen #blacklove

What does it mean to model sisterhood and who does it best? Dena and Aprylle discuss what sisterhood means to them, and they dialogue about seeing it in action and seeing it fail. Check it out. #SpikedSweetTea #SpikedSweetTeapodcast #upliftblackwomen #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #sisterhood 

Has Black History Month become performative? In the 45 years since it's inception, how much progress has been made in incorporating Black history into American history classes. Dena and Aprylle talk about how it's wrong and how to make it right. Check it out. #Blackhistorymonth #blackhistoryeveryday #blackpodcast #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #protectblackwomen #blacklivesmatter

This week Aprylle and Dena chop it up about a recent video from Ms. Tami Roman. In sharing her thoughts about what others considered to be thotty behaviors, Tami questions whether she went too far in preaching NOT-thotisms to her own daughters. What did the ladies think? Listen and find out for yourself!  . #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #amplifyblackv...

So Dena watched Sylvie's Love, loved it, and encouraged Aprylle to watch it. Aprylle watched it and wanted to talk about it on the pod, which brings us to this week's episode. While watching the film, the ladies had two different interpretations of the relationship between the protagonists and discuss it for you all. Check it out. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackpodcast #blackwomenpod...

Do you dare to dream? Dena and Aprylle watched a video about pursuing your passion and wonder if Black women missed the memo. Are there limitations on your dreams or is the sky the limit? What would you do if you could do anything? The ladies are talking about it today. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcast #supportblackwomen #blackwomendream #yeswecan

This week, Dena and Aprylle invite two very special guests into the conversation- their lifelong friends. Sit back and sip on your own tea while you enjoy these ladies discussing what Black sisterhood means to them. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackpodcast #sisterhood #blackwomen #protectblackwomen

This week Aprylle and Dena decided to watch and discuss Justin Simien's Bad Hair. The film definitely raised some interesting points and the ladies dissect them. Check us out #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #dopeblackpods #blackpodcast #blackpodcasts #blackgirlpodcasts #browngirlpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #supportblackwomen #amplifyblackvoices #blackcinema #blackfilm #naturalhair #teamnatur...

We know y'all aren't expecting an episode this week but Aprylle and Dena had the time tuh-day! The ladies dissect the interaction between Will Smith and Janet Hubert at their recent reunion. They definitely had some interesting opinions on this 27 year-old beef. Check us out. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackpodcasts #blackwomenpodcast #freshprinceofbelair #thefreshprincereunion #black...

Dena and Aprylle had to find ways to cope with the election outcomes and share their self-care as well as share their surprise in the results for their home state. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackpodcasts #blackwomen #supportblackwomen #amplifyblackvoices #bidenharris2020 #selfcare #blackgirlselfcare

Do you share too much on social media? Do you know anyone who does? What's at the root of this behavior? Dena and Aprylle explore the area between sharing and sharing TOO much. Aprylle just might be one of those folks, y'all. Jump in the convo and let us know what you think. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackpodcasts #blackwomenpodcast #oversharers #attentionseekers #strengthcouragewisd...

DID YOU VOTE?!!!! Dena and Aprylle discuss the impact that we, as Black women, have on the vote and the importance in both local and national elections. If you haven't yet, go vote y'all! #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcast #amplifyblackvoices #supportblackwomen #blacksuperwomen #vote2020 #blacklivesmatter #blackwomenvote #ownyourvote

Dena and Aprylle share their theories behind the unexpected yet fascinating confrontation between Lisa Raye and Da Brat that recently aired on Queens with Cocktails. What's really going on? We may never know, but we can certainly hypothesize. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcast #supportblackwomen #lisaraye #dabrat

This week, Aprylle and Dena discuss R. Jai Gillum and what it means to truly and authentically "stand by your man". Sis is a real one. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackpodcasts #blackwomenpodcasts #blackgirlmagic #blacklove #reallove #protectblackwomen # #friendshipfirst #rideordie #rider #Vote