We Are Out of Office

In Episode 13 of We Are Out of Office, co-hosts Nikki T and Jayne Allen celebrate crossing 1,000 downloads of the podcast, and as usual bring focus to everyday opportunities for finding radical joy from a Black woman's perspective. This episode highlights some of the red carpet high-points from awards season, the Consumer Reports report on toxicity in braiding hair extensions, black businesses to...

In Episode 12 of We Are Out of Office, your co-hosts Nikki T and Jayne Allen discuss the radical joys of shifting your attention to yourself. In a world gone crazy, this podcast episode is the change you're looking for. Segments include : I SEE YOU GIRL - The hosts shout out the faves of the week doing big positive things that you may not have heard about yet, but definitely should know about. WHA...

In Episode 11 of We Are Out of Office taped on Valentine's Day, the co-hosts discuss the importance of dating yourself and dining alone, and continue "Onijah Watch," keeping up with Onijah Robinson and the latest updates from her Middle East adventure. Also, Jayne Allen highlights new February book releases and Nikki T shares her secrets for the perfect matte finish makeup. Plus, this episode cont...

In Episode 10 of We Are Out of Office, co-hosts Nikki and Jayne chase the radical joy of being completely delusional as they talk through through the stories of the week.  The word for this week is officially, "Delusional." The ladies start "Onijah"-watch and discuss the discovery of the incredibly wondrous journey of our new favorite social media reality show courtesy of Ms. (or Mrs.) Onijah...

In Episode 9, co-hosts Nikki and Jayne carve a path to radical joy through the complete insanity of the week's events. Find out about singer and artist Kellis's new life as a farmer, the women who stole the show at a men's fashion show, and our thoughts on supporting black businesses through the latest efforts to end diversity, inclusion, and equity programs (called "DEI" for short). The conversat...

In this episode Nikki and Jayne are still protecting their peace, individually and together. After the ladies share their out of office replies for the week, the first interview of the podcast is a conversation with Nikki T, aka Nicole Tossou, Executive Producer of the #1 Netflix hit show The Night Agent. The co-hosts talk about chasing your dreams, what it looks like to pursue your dream career,...

In this "Martin Luther King Weekend" Episode 8 of We Are Out of Office, Nikki T and Jayne protect their peace and escape the madness in the office with more joy, laughter, and plans for radical joy, wholeness and healing. The two hosts discuss the mundanities of hair and nails, specifically new discoveries of natural hair influencers and other social media wise men and women. Nikki T Interviews Ch...

In the first Episode of 2025, Nikki and Jayne are still out of office enjoying JOMO. Oh, you've never heard of JOMO? Then you definitely need to listen to this episode. The hosts discuss their plans for the new year 2025 and how they closed out 2024. New Holiday traditions, recipes and our most coveted gifts for Christmas. #JOMOin2025 A great conversation as usual - some highlights for this episod...

In Episode 5 of We Are Out of Office, Nikki and Jayne bring their usual insights and discoveries to the table for laughs and real analysis. It's a conversation between two very smart friends. In this week's segments we have: "I See You Girl!," "Jesus Take the Wheel," "What I'm On Right Now," "What's Good," and a much longer "Health and Healing" segment discussing as a black woman. Links : Anwar Da...

This week Nikki T and Jayne open the show with a new segment, discuss the science of affirmations, well meaning white folks, and Drake. We‘ll also get an update on Jayne’s hair journey and hear about the latest stops on her book tour for The Most Wonderful Time! Links: Writer-Friendly OPI Press On Instant Manicure: https://www.ulta.com/p/xpresson-metallic-mega-mix-press-on-nails-collection-pimprod...

In Episode 3, Nikki T and Jayne continue to enjoy their new “black job” as podcasters! This week’s episode has a super sized Health and Healing segment that centers on celebrating who you are. The ladies offer tools and insights that will make you go hmmmm. Episode Links: CEO of Your Own Sh*t: https://eshap.substack.com/p/ceo-of-your-own-sht Nia Moore- Private Jet Flight Attendant/Content Creator:...

In this Episode 2, Nikki T and Jayne are still Out of Office. In the Black Girl Big Up aka "I See You Gurl," What I'm On Right Now, Jesus Take The Wheel, What's Good, and Health and Healing segments this week, Nikki T and Jayne continue to inform, inspire, and explore with friendship, soul, and humor. Includes two thoughtful challenges as food for thought in the Final Word. Links to Topics Mention...

Episode 1 of the We Are Out of Office Podcast with Jayne and Nikki. In this episode, Jayne and Nikki spend five (and only five) minutes talking about the 2024 Election results and the rest of the time planning our best lives. Listen in and join the "we" heading out of office for some well-deserved self-care, laughs, and rejuvenation. Segments this week include: What's Good , New Bucket List Item ,...