#WeNeedToTalk

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Author and Scientist/Engineer Olympia Le Point. They discuss why she decided to go into science, her time working for Boeing and NASA, how she's battled racism and sexism within her field, and her newest book Answers Unleashed.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

On this episode Malynda talks with Entrepreneur and Social Media Influencer, Gwen Lane. They talk about her career trajectory as an entrepreneur, the responsibility that influencers have to speak out against injustice, and her feelings on the current hate crimes against Asian Americans. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda chats with Pastor, Author, and businesswoman Sarah Jakes Roberts. The two chat about her new book  Woman Evolve,  what it was like growing up as a preachers kid, why people are turning away from the church, and her experience being a woman faith leader. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus epi...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda sits down with  Natalie London & Taylor Plecity of the indie rock band  Hey ,  King ! The three discuss their debut album, what it was like working with Ben Harper, the challenges of being women in music, and how they balance their working relationship with their romantic relationship.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subs...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Angel Parker about the challenges of 2020, working during a pandemic, raising bi-racial children, and how black women are often viewed. The two share an honest and open conversation. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with her long time friend Actor/Comedian and Writer, Dewayne Perkins. They chat about his career trajectory, representation in writers rooms, his experience at Second City, and who he thinks is getting it right in Hollywood. A conversation that is not to be missed. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

Malynda sits down with Singer & Actress Connie Jackson. The two talk about the culture in Chicago, how whiteness is the default, why it's difficult for people to connect to blackness, how we are still experiencing firsts for people of color, and how Black victims are always vilified.   This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, v...

On this Episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with   Singer/Actress Trenyce Cobbins. The two talk about the lack of empathy for Black People, how social media affects your mental health, our response to Meghan Markle, Sharon Osbourne, and how race has played a factor in her career.     This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda welcomes back Singer/Songwriter, Vocal Producer & Arranger Maiya Sykes. The two talk about her journey in the music industry, how she's navigated life during the pandemic and why she has chosen to be open about her experience as a survivor of sexual assault. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bon...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with digital media expert and social media consultant Brittani Warrick. The two discuss the value behind addressing mental health in the entertainment industry, what led her to have a passion for digital marketing, and her relationship with her Aunt Dionne Warwick. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda sits down with human rights activist, and next-gen/ community social impact strategist, Jamira Burley. The two discuss a wide variety of issues including education, the minimum wage, and how to start being an ally. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/s...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda welcomes back comedian Dana Goldberg to discuss the how the pandemic has affected the arts and stand up comedy, the positives that came from the pandemic, and how the current administration has been performing.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/sub...

To kick off Woman's History Month, Malynda sits down for an in depth conversation with actress, model and Trans activist, Corey Rae. They chat about her personal journey, why it's important to speak out for Black Trans lives, and how she is using her platform to educate others about the trans experience. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access t...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda welcomes Actor, Director and Writer Michael Shepperd to the show.   They discuss why representation matters, what is still needed in the theatre community, how whiteness has been deemed as the default for our society and what it’s like raising kids of two different races.   This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or g...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda welcomes actress Liz Jenkins to the show. Best known for her role as Principal Biggs on ABC’s Blackish, Liz chats with Malynda about the perception of plus-sized actors, why she decided to be more vocal about politics, and what TV studios still need to do in terms of producing more diverse content. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this wi...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Actress and millennial icon, Kyla Pratt. The two chat about her growing up in the spotlight, her experience as a Black female in the industry, being an advocate for mental health and why a wide variety of Black stories need to be told.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda dives into the birth & baby field with the founder of The Cradle Company, Brandi Jordan. The two talk about how race plays a factor in this particular industry, the challenges of being a Black female entrepreneur and why it's important to use your platform to speak out against injustice and be authentic in how you market yourself no matter what field you w...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda welcomes Christian sexuality coach, Yeamah Logan. The two have a powerful discussion regarding issues within the church that leave the LGBTQ community feeling alienated, how she knew this was her calling, and how she helps members of the LGBTQ community be at peace with their faith and their sexuality. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss thi...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with actor and activist Reggie Watkins. They discuss positive changes he's seen in the industry, his podcast Brothas on Football, and what led him to co-found The Valley of Change organization. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with opera singer, Breanna Sinclaire. The two discuss her making history as the first Trans woman to perform with the San Fransisco Opera, what she feels is still needed  in the opera community in terms of diversity, the challenges she faced during her transition, and navigating her place as a member of two marginalized groups. This is a public episo...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with award-winning marketing professional, activist, philanthropist, and  author of the New York Times Bestseller   The Black Friend , Frederick Joseph. The two chat about the current administration, performative activism, and his new book.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with International Model & activist Allison Kimball about her experiences in the modeling industry, being an advocate for body positivity, the pro and cons of social media and her new podcast Spiked Kombucha!  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with activist, writer and best-selling author Shaun King to discuss what led him to activism, his past criticism of Joe Biden & Kamala Harris, his new book Make Change and how he handles cancel culture.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/s...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Therapist and Founder/CEO of MyWellBeing.com , Alyssa Petersel. They discuss the stigma behind mental health, the fear behind finding a therapist, why she started MyWellBeing.com and the challenges behind being an entrepreneur.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with American government professor and founder of Justice Warriors academy, Ndidi Amadi. They chat about the pivotal moment in her life that made her want to get involved in government and politics, why more people need to understand how government works, what her hopes for Biden are and the consequences from the riots at the Capitol.  This is a publ...