The Unapologetically Black Podcast

This week Danieka Thompson of It's a Tall Girls World Podcast, shares her thoughts about insecurities - we all have them. they make us question ourselves...and the impact of representation and being able to see ourselves reflected in those around us. Instagram: itsatallgirlsworld The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, connec...

Shena Tubbs is a licensed therapist and coach - specialising in helping women with love addiction, love avoidance, love deprivation, and the trauma that leads into them. Shena is also the founder of @BlackGirlsHeal - a community space to have these conversations. In this episode, Roshan finds the answers on how to heal from love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Hannah from the Undherrated Podcast kicked things off with a brief review of Queen Naija's new single/music video with Big Sean, "Hate Our Love" and Shenseea's new single featuring 21 Savage, "R U That". She also gave her thoughts on the latest S2E7 of Euphoria and the rumours of drama with Sam Levinson on set, Love is Blind and the portrayal of women of colour on reality telev...

This week, Leanne puts. 3 Dope Black men in the hot seat by answering anonymously submitted questions from the Dope Black Women community. We discuss everything from the cultural taboos of oral sex in the Caribbean community to the cultural norms around cheating. Let's hear what Henry, Dominic and Peter have to say! Henry Robinson - @oh_henry Dominic @soambitioiusdom Find out more about this week'...

Do you struggle to put yourself first? Are you a natural people pleaser? Have no fear, we're here to help. In this episode, Roshan meets psychologist Dr Adia Gooden; an expert in embracing self-worth. Find out more about this week's guest @DrAdiaGooden on Instagram. Keep up with everything we do @DopeBlackWomen on Twitter and Facebook, and @DopeBlackWomen1 on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

This is a hilarious takeover episode from the Joy's World podcast. She breaks down why she calls herself a Fat, Black, Blind, Sexy, Single Mother of 1 and talks about what it's like being on the blind spectrum but not always feeling blind enough. Joy’s World the Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple podcast & Soundcloud. You can connect with joy on Insta @joyswaorldthepodcast and Twitter...

Take a Deep Breath..relax...In this episode, Leanne and her guests, Julene Robinson and Buntu, explore the notion of Black women healing to move beyond the state of resilience and merely surviving, to thriving and living a fully expressed life of authenticity and joy, through the lens of the Night Woman The Night Woman, created by Julene Robinson and inspired by her grandmother, is a powerful new...

In 2015, the London nightclub Dstrkt was accused of having a racist door policy. It sparked a conversation around high end clubs and their attitudes towards women of colour; particularly dark-skinned Black women. Playwright @TheJessHagan was inspired, and put together ‘Queens Of Sheba’ - which tells the story of four Black girlfriends and their different experiences with dating, clubbing and self-...

This week the Jamaican Dadz take over our podcast! Two of the Four Jamaican Dadz, jump on the Dope Black Women platform to share stories of allyship between women and men, how they can work collaboratively to be better parents, and they even share some tips on how men can be better fathers Instagram/Twitter: @Jamaicandadzpodcast The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about sharing and celebrating sto...

This week, Leanne is joined by her gynaecologist, Dr Kevin Henry to explore her journey with endometriosis. They unpack exactly what endometriosis does to the body, the treatment options for this hidden disease and why it is so important for medical professionals to not dismiss or misdiagnose Black women's pain. Dr. Kevin Henry has been practicing medicine for over twelve years specializing in Obs...

Roshan is joined by two of her closest friends to reflect on life since turning 25. What have they let go of and what would they tell their younger self and what are they now looking for in their romantic relationships? The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about sharing stories of Black women from around the world. These are our voices, our experiences. Presented by @Leebeeja from Jamaica, South-Af...

On this week's episode, our South African community lead, Romantha Botha speaks to Candice Chirwa, also known as The Minister of Menstruation on social media. They discuss the challenges menstruators in South Africa face, myths around the period,the impact of social media and her hopes for the future.  Keep up with everything we do @DopeBlackWomen on Twitter and Facebook, and @DopeBlackWomen1...

As we recently announced we will be having podcast takeovers EVERY MONTH to champion our fellow Black women and Black non-binary podcasters. For our first takeover of 2022, you can prepare yourself for three funny, confident and outspoken women spilling tea (or milk lol) on all their life experiences. With no limits to what they discuss join; Grace Bakare (@graciebakare), Maxi J (@maxxi_jayy) and...

This week, Leanne sits down with 2 of her closest friends, Kimmy Lue & Kimshizzil to dissect their unbridled love for music from Dope Black Women artists. Along the way, they explore the concept of love, female empowerment and identity, and the power of vulnerability.  Playlist: Lauryn Hill - Doo Wop Fantasia - When I See You Patti Labelle- If Only You knew Janet Jackson - Again Leela Jam...

Hey everyone! Just sharing a quick message to highlight the changes being made to the podcast. If you would like to be featured in one of our podcast takeover episodes, which will be happening each month, hit us up and let us know! We have had some amazing platforms takeover from our Dope Black Women community all over the globe already! We look forward to hearing from you! The Dope Black Women Po...

Trigger warning: Suicide at 52 minutes Roshan catches up with Bisi Akins the creator of Selfie (@selfielondon) to talk about authenticity and embracing who you are. From starting their natural hair journey and using Plantmade to comparison being the thief of their joy and being a modern British Nigerian woman. You can follow Dope Black Women @dopeblackwomen1 on Instagram and @dopeblackwomen o...

Decembers in South Africa are more than a month or a holiday - its a lifestyle! This week our community lead in South Africa, Romantha Botha and Youtuber and multimedia storyteller, Thando Hlope, chats about the good, the bad and the ugly of spending the festive season with family. From setting financial and personal boundaries to how to navigate triggers. You don't wanna miss this one.  Host...

This week The She Brigade podcast from South Africa talks tech vs real life! Founder and business analyst, Pelontle Mosimege chats to software engineer and founder of Indoni Developers, Onalerona Mosimege about how values in the tech industry can apply to real life experiences. Get ready for a different podcast full of tech lingo and life lessons!!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

This week Leanne chats with Rhonda Harper, Founder of Black Girls Surf and Imani Wilmot, Founder of Surf Girls Jamaica to find out more about the increasing interest of Black Women in surfing.  Together, they talk about the importance of representation in surfing, the healing power of being in the water, and the intentions they set for themselves to make history by kicking down closed doors i...

Roshan opens up to Nina, the founder of Dope Black Mums, about her anxieties of becoming a mum. Nina speaks about her experience of motherhood, gives practical tips on tackling fears and overcoming outdated parenting practices. From excessive childcare fees to going to a Beyonce concert with a baby they explore what it's like being a new mum. You can follow Dope Black Mums @Dopeblackmums on Instag...

This week Romantha chats to sensual dominant, non-binary and BDSM practitioner Kerline Astre about what sacred BDSM is, sex the energy, how to introduce BDSM play into your life/relationship and so much more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a takeover! Our friends from the Fish Tea Podcast are serving us HOT fish tea all the way from Jamaica ! Listen as they have a chit chat about intersectionality, and the relationship between Black Queer men and cishet Black Women Follow them @fishteapodcast and the hosts at:Twitter Emme - @TeraLepidoLanvell - @_lanvellKareem - @theKareemWillisIG Emme - @emme_kristiLanvell - @_lanvellKareem -...

The sisterhood was in the air for this episode! This week Leanne has a chat with Danusia Francis, British-born Jamaican gymnast and Kapari, professional Ghanian tennis player and one of our own Dope Black Women members :).  Together they share stories of being young Black women in predominantly white sports, making the choice to represent countries outside of the UK and the aspirations they have t...

Roshan talks to the amazing Tiwa (founder of Confidence and Killing It) for an empowering conversation about overcoming impostor syndrome, bouncing back from rock bottom, managing limiting beliefs and becoming the most confident version of yourself. Monthly wins tracker - https://www.confidentandkillingit.com/shop/monthly-wins-tracker You can follow Dope Black Women @dopeblackwomen1 on Instagram a...

This week, Romantha speaks to Dope Black Women Refiloe Khameli and Kamo Matsoso about dating in South Africa. They discuss the good, bad and ugly of dating. How big a role does culture play in the South African dating world? To post your bae or social media or not? Are we open to alternative forms of relationshipping? Tune in for this and more.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...