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A podcast about black girls being intelligent, loving, funny, artistic, angry, joyful, & everything in between. Hosts Amira and Sophia discuss hip-hop, relationships, race in America, and young bl... more
FAQs about Black Girls Being:How many episodes does Black Girls Being have?The podcast currently has 53 episodes available.
September 18, 2017BGB Collegiate: Back to School SpecialOn this week's episode of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, and Sophia discuss their undergrad and master's experiences at PWIs. The ladies share tips on how they balanced school work and internships, cultivated friends, and applied what they learned after graduation. They also talk Insecure's emotional season finale and FIRE soundtrack, Harvard's decision to revoke Michelle Jones admissions, and ESPN's misguided attempts to censor Jemele Hill....more1h 34minPlay
September 12, 2017BGB Global: Blackness in Southern AfricaOn episode 33 of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, and Sophia are joined by visual poet, Chaze Matakala, for a comparative discussion on black experiences in the U.S. and Southern Africa. The ladies compare the way Blackness is expressed in politics, culture, and academia in South Africa, Zambia, and the U.S. They also talk Miguel's new single, Betsy Devos sexual assault critics, and answer a few listener emails about orgasms and "I'm a new man" ass men....more1h 31minPlay
September 04, 2017BGB Unconventional: Strange LoveOn episode 32 of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, and Sophia discuss the complexities and benefits of unconventional relationships. The ladies talk common law marriages, long distance relationships, and polyamory lovers. They also discuss Narcos season 3, Trump's pending decision to disband DACA, Jorja Smith's new music video, and the season finale of Power. As requested, for the first time the BGB ladies also answer a few listener emails....more1h 29minPlay
August 29, 2017BGB Conscious: Appreciate Don't AppropriateOn episode 31 of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, and Sophia discuss the true meaning of cultural appropriation and why it's so harmful. The ladies explore the various manifestations of cultural appropriation, the roles class, nationality, and religion play in its prevalence, and how to avoid contributing to it. They also talk Daniel Caesar's new panty dropping album, Black love at Afropunk 2017, and Insecure's false analysis of blowjob etiquette....more1h 20minPlay
August 22, 2017BGB Combative: White People Get It TogetherOn episode 30 of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler and Sophia discuss dealing with white supremacy and its biggest ramifications. The ladies discuss their experiences combating overt racism, dealing with the BS of new white "allies," and their lack of faith in the poorly designed political system. Tyler also shares stories about her trip to Thailand, Amira confesses her new love for Wizkid, Afrobeat, and all things Africa, and Sophia recounts her days sitting criss-cross applesauce....more1h 20minPlay
August 05, 2017BGB Musical: Women and Hip-Hop CultureOn episode 29 of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, and Sophia are joined by music PR manager, Erin Spain, to discuss women’s place in hip-hop culture. The ladies detail the competitiveness of female MC’s, the lack of representation in hip-hop’s corporate offices, and the way they combat negative stereotypes associated with women in hip-hop. They also talk Tyler The Creator’s new album, Netflix’s “The Incredible Jessica James,” HBO’s Confederate, and Will Packer’s new show, Black America....more1h 20minPlay
July 27, 2017BGB Sexual: Hoe PoliticsOn episode 28 of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, and Sophia discuss female sexuality and the implications it has on Black womanhood. The ladies explore what it means to be a hoe, the unique ways they express their sexuality, and the stereotypes that prevent women from sexual liberation. They also talk the insane Insecure Season 2 premiere, the GOP trying to take away their health insurance, and the orange man's latest band....more1h 19minPlay
July 17, 2017BGB Hardy: Black Folk & Mental HealthOn episode 27 of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, and Sophia discuss mental health in the Black community. The ladies share their personal experiences with mental health and stigmas associated with it. They also talk Umar "The Scammer" Johnson, HBO's The Defiant Ones, and this week's political shadiness....more1h 16minPlay
July 07, 2017BGB Beauticians: Salon & Barbershop TalkOn episode 26 of Black Girls Being, Amira, Tyler, and Sophia are joined by Lexi Hellerman of Jane Carter Solution. The ladies talk best and worst beauty salon experiences, the impact Black beauty salons have on the culture, and the backstory behind Jane Carter Solution. Special guests, Nicole and Abe, also chime in for some good ol' fashion barbershop talk....more1h 17minPlay
June 30, 2017BGB Sprung: Contemporary Black LoveOn this week's episode of Black Girls Being Amira, Tyler, Sophia, and special guest, Shariah, share contemporary perspectives on Black love. The ladies discuss their experiences with Black love, how it's reflected in the media, and the difficulties and privileges associated with it. They also talk BET Awards, Bad Boy Documentary, Vince Staple's new album, and Season 4 of Power....more1h 16minPlay
FAQs about Black Girls Being:How many episodes does Black Girls Being have?The podcast currently has 53 episodes available.