Esteemed film director and screenwriter Gina Prince-Bythewood joins the ladies of BGP! Her latest film, ‘The Old Guard,’ crowns Gina as the first African-American woman to direct a comic book film. We discuss diverse representation in Hollywood, black filmmaker mentorship, her greatest influence in writing black love stories, investing in intentions, strengthening her identity with grace and the similarities of directing love and fight scenes. Gina also shares a very personal life-lesson she learned from her idol Prince. ‘The Old Guard’ is streaming NOW on Netflix. Enjoy!

[Episode 72] "Gina Prince-Bythewood."

The Black Girl Podcast is a new audio series created by Scottie Beam (@scottiebeam on twitter/IG), Gia Peppers (@giapeppers), Sapphira (@sapphiraem), Bex (@BexxFrancois), and Alysha P (@AlyshaP819/@AlyshaP).  After the five media phenoms met and became friends at hip hop's most iconic station, Hot 97, they decided to make their hilarious conversations about life issues, sisterhood, pop culture, love, growth, and the pursuit of their dreams to the public.  Listen every week as their differing opinions and life experiences lead them to understand themselves, and the world around them, a little bit better.  Hopefully, you'll laugh, argue, and learn something about yourselves, too.  Follow us on Twitter and IG @blackgirlpod.

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Alysha, Sapphira, Scottie, Bexx and Gia are all back! In this episode, they discuss how they are adjusting to being back outside, operating in “new normals,” and why everyone should watch Hulu’s new film, “Summer of Soul.” And, Alysha shares touching memories and a beautiful tribute to her longtime friend, Ayesha K. Faines, which leads to a conversation about the sacredness of life. 

Plus, they share an update on what BGP will be up to this Summer.

[Episode 98] "Time."

In this special episode of "Black Girl Podcast," Alysha, Sapphira and Gia interview A'ziah "Zola" King, the real life woman behind the most iconic tweets of all-time.  Now that her tweets have been turned in to a feature film, we catch up with her about the whirlwind since her tweets went viral in 2015, becoming a writer and creative, watching her life on film, and what it was like to work with the actress who played her-- Taylour Paige. Catch "Zola" in a theater near you, now

[Episode 97] "Zola."

This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful!

The ladies are back with another episode! Gia opens the show giving congratulatory love to her baby sister on becoming a doctor! Sapphira then shares her updates on her getaway to Puerto Rico, the full circle moments around planning a Juneteenth event in her city and more. And finally, the girls chat about Insecure wrapping, Issa Rae's legacy and the importance of being a kind, but fearless leader. 

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[Episode 96] "Celebrate."

This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful!

Let’s talk. It’s been a while since we reflected over the impact the past 18 months in quarantine have left on us. One of which being the decision to “socially fast” - a mental health choice that’s rapidly growing into a necessity. Gia shares why she started her “social fast,” and how it’s affected her well being since. Also, the ladies discuss the recent news of DJ Olivia Dope’s experience of sexual harassment during her tenure as host on “See, the Thing Is” podcast.

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[Episode 94] "Speak."

This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful!

Dr, Afiya joins BGP to talk curls, coils, and consciousness. The Howard graduate and licensed psychologist introduces and explains her distinct field of study and service - “Psychohairapy.” We discuss the history of women and their hair throughout culture, the significance of the big chop across the globe and as an intimate decision, box braids and their spiritual history and ending the conversation with healing affirmations.

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[Episode 72] "Gina Prince-Bythewood."

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