The Dirty Bag Podcast

Cookie kicks off season 3 unpacking the long year that was the month of January and the controversial interviews delivered by Club Shay Shay. Are the underdogs coming for vengeance? Is 2024 the year of truth and reconciliation? Are we unappreciative of the time we have left on this earth? The first episode of 2024 is a hybrid of call outs and self-reflective call ins even as Cookie reflects on her...

Cookie pops in to say hello and show love for all the support on the heels of the podcast's 3-year anniversary and celebrating its biggest win yet the Best of Black Dallas Award nomination. Also sprinkling in words of wisdom and foolery. Voting link below. Select subcategory "local favorites" Best of Black Dallas 2023 - Dallas Weekly

Cookie closes out season 2 with reflections from guest, unpacking the Podcast Summit and industry takeaways.

CEO of Dallas Weekly Jess Washington and Owner/Publisher Patrick Washington unpack marriage, business, the ups and downs of running a family legacy, and best practices to becoming successful in Dallas.

CEO of Herbun Healing Clarice comes back for another round of womb education, sobada massages, the relationships between men and women, and self-care.

Cookie unpacks the highs and controversy with black centered celebrations particularly the recent BET awards. She also unpacks the lows of the collective response regarding violence towards black women. This bonus episode is the midweek roller coaster.

Cookie unpacks the "controversy" surrounding Mother's/Father's Day, the "good parent" myth, and entitlement with celebrity grief.

CEO of Herbun Healing Clarice comes back to introduce the addition of sobada mayan womb massages to her holistic health care brand and how our life experiences tie in. She and Cookie unpack ancestral trauma, sexual energy, the rich auntie era, and why we have to be intentional with partners.

Dallas Weekly's Jess Washington unpacks becoming the first female CEO of the #1 black newspaper in North Texas. She talks legacy, old school leadership, and journalistic integrity.

Dallas radio personality, activist, and author Dee "Lil D" Porter unpacks her career journey from homelessness to navigating the ups and downs of the entertainment industry. This episode breaks down determination and how a loss can set you up for your biggest wins.

Cookie talks entertainment giving her synopsis on the FX series "Snowfall" concerning the impact of the crack era, fallout with DaBrat and Judy's sperm donor choice, and the backlash of Eboni K. Williams's status dating preference.

The ladies of TwinNation Natural Hair Products Maddloczz and Mookie unpack childhood friendship turned business besties, black hair, small business culture, and the importance of having a solid right-hand man.

Cookie gives encouragement to fellow podcasters and those thinking of creating and why vulnerability in the down seasons should be viewed as advantageous. Beauty in the struggle.

Cookie comes with the midweek "Cookie Crumble" bonus episode to unpack black women athletes. In light of the controversy surrounding the Final Four women's national championship game between the LSU Tigers and Iowa Hawkeyes, she discusses sportsmanship and black humility. She addresses the double standard as the "Bayou Barbie" comes under fire being labeled "classless&...

Cookie gives her knowledge on sales faux pas with entrepreneurs and one size fits all methods to clients. She breaks down personality types and why spamming is the kiss of death (even with friends). This is the episode to help secure the bag.

Owner of The Professional Hoodrat Clothing brand Kim Johnson comes to unpack life as a entrepreneur, technology professional, and the rare cancer diagnosis that challenged her entryway into motherhood. What does it mean to balance a corporate career and standing in unapologetic blackness? Why are black doctors the best option for black women? How should black women approach leadership in the workp...

Cookie unpacks how the dynamics of childhood relationships, success, and how impact us as adults. With the release of Creed III and Chris Rock's latest comedy special "Selective Outrage" she raises the question of rejection and how it leads to adult bitterness. Did Adonis (Michael B. Jordan's character) really turn his back on his childhood friend?  Is it possible that Chris Rock was once rej...

Cookie unpacks childhood bullies and the "corny" discussion around Michael B. Jordan. With all the attention on the red carpet interview with radio personality Lore'l his callout, was Michael's response appropriate? Can the stain of childhood bullying be washed away? Are we justified in calling the cool kids out? Should success be the best revenge?

Cookie unpacks marketing your business and the importance of utilizing all available platforms, particularly podcasts. Everything from Rihanna's Super Bowl halftime performance and the creativity used to highlight Fenty Beauty, to her irks with creatives moving in fear with minimal promotion. This episode focuses on getting your product/platform/service in front of the world by any means necessary...

Unpacking finally feeling 40, growth, stepping into "auntie" era, and being tired of Beyonce and Black History Month slander...Cookie officially earned her seasoned stripes.

Award winning filmmaker and writer Sharee Silerio takes us on the highs and lows of her career journey. She breaks down how her personal experiences with loss and trauma led to creating a film surrounding the mental health struggles with black women. This episode unpacks channeling pain into your creativity and the importance of staying the course with your passion.

Cookie is joined by CEO of clothing brand CoolStitch Mannie to discuss his passion for sewing and building a quality brand. They unpack how he went from being a laid off accountant to being introduced to a sold out crowd during Slutty Vegan CEO Pinky Cole's book tour. This episode is lesson in patience, purpose, and persistence.

Cookie unpacks the death of Shanquella Robinson in Mexico at the hands of friends and the need for conversations around safe spaces in friendships. Is identifying frenemies insecure paranoia or a mindful practice that can save your life?

In this midweek bonus episode, Cookie brings in her friend Leon for a chat about love, lies, and religion. They unpack church and misconceptions about being the "good girl" in the wake of relationship guru Derrick Jaxn's announced divorce filing.

Cookie gets into the controversy surrounding Deion Sanders departure from HBCU Jackson State University for a PWI and hero syndrome. She also dives into the backlash from the WNBA star Brittney and Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout prison swap. In this episode she unpacks contradictory stances in the black community depending on how individuals in question are valued.