The Introverted Black Mom Podcast

What happens when two introverts fall in love? Today's episode explores just that. Aaron and Shavonne Best are a married couple who both identify as introverts. We take a dive into the start of their relationship, what's working, roadblocks. And oh yeah, their love for comfy pajamas and bedroom décor (you'll never guess who loves it more) LOL. Tune in to learn of possible advantages an...

On today’s episode we have my forever guests, Lisa and Tasha back  on with us. We celebrate being dope ass introverts and list a few reasons why introverts are so great. This episode's purpose is to appreciate how we as introverts show up in the world and remind ourselves of how great we truly are.  Enjoy! Please share with a friend or family members. Host: Shaleah Williams Guests: Tasha &...

This episode Shaleah talks with guest, Andre Mitchell about his journey to cleaner eating and the lack of healthy and affordable food options in minority populated areas.  Host: Shaleah Williams Guest: Andre Mitchell Grocery stores mentioned: Lidl and Aldi Vegan places to eat: Little Man's Juice Bar (black owned) & Monster Vegan ⁠Vote for next episode topic right ⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you've fo...

On today’s episode, we explored alcoholism in the black community and talked to Myra Brown, host and creator of the Jesus and Sobriety Podcast. She openly shares her experience dealing with alcoholism. Host: Shaleah Williams Facebook:@blackintrovertedmom IG: @blackintrovertedmom email: hello@blackintrovertedmom.com Guest: Myra Brown Jesus and Sobriety Podcast: Available on Spotify, Google, and App...

Shaleah speaks about the idea of tone policing and it's relation to actress, Gabrielle Union recently revealing regrets of "muting" her former movie character's valid anger. Shaleah gives an account of a time she invalidated her own feelings of anger at work. Tone Policing Article: https://laist.com/news/racism-101-lets-talk-about-tone-policing Gabrielle Union article: https://ma...

Shaleah speaks about the definition of microaggressions and speaks of two personal experiences of racial microaggressions. Website: www.blackintrovertedmom.com Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/introvertedblackmoms Microaggression Examples worksheet: https://sph.umn.edu/site/docs/hewg/microaggressions.pdf ⁠Vote for next episode topic right ⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you've found this or any other epis...

Shaleah intereviews Andre and Latrelle Mitchell, a married couple who share their expeirnce as new paerents. They get real about their successes and some shortcomings as parents and even offer some advice to other parents. Host: Shaleah Williams Guests: Andre Mitchell and Latrelle Mitchell Follow me on facebook: Have a suggestion for a topic email me at: hello@blackintrovertedmom.com ⁠Vote for nex...

This episode explores several feelings a black person in America may have. Host, Shaleah and her guest, Tasha review this list and share their feelings and experiences they've had over this past year.  Host: Shaleah Williams  Guest: Natasha Williams  Article Mentioned: https://www.self.com/story/feelings-its-normal-to-have-as-a-black-person Check out this artist: YelloPain-"My vote don&#3...

Shaleah asks "forever guests", Lisa and Tasha their experiences dating as introverts. "Messy Boots," Lisa and Tasha turn the tables on the host, Shaleah and get "all in her business''. LOL. Please share with family and friends. Enjoy, ya'll! Host: Shaleah Williams Guests: Tasha and Lisa. ⁠Vote for next episode topic right ⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you've found this or a...

Today's episode focuses on four lessons I learned from my introverted mom that shape who I am today. Enjoy and please rate and review the episodes. Much Love.  Thanks, Shaleah xoxo ⁠Vote for next episode topic right ⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you've found this or any other episode at all relatable or helpful please consider sharing with a loved one or friend. If you're feeling especially generous, p...

Shaleah reveals her personal reservations regarding traveling abroad while black and shares resources of black people recounting their experiences traveling from the past. She also interviews, Jordan Mitchell and gets his perspective of traveling as a young black male.  Be sure to rate and share the podcast! Want to say hello or give an episode suggestion? Contact your host at hello@blackintrovert...

On today's episode, Shaleah poses the question, Are parents happier than non-parents? This episode was inspired by a CNBC video discussing the levels of happiness of parents versus non-parents. Tasha, Lisa, and Shaleah share their thoughts and Shaleah provides her personal accounts as a parent.  If you've found this or any other episode at all relatable or helpful please consider sharing w...

This episode gives listeners a little bit of insight of my life as an introverted mom. I speak on my true thoughts about raising children as an introvert. I also include information from an article, highlighting another introverted mom's story and offer some suggestions on navigating parenthood in this seemingly extroverted-designed society. Enjoy! Here is the link to the article mentioned in...