Black Joy & Bootstraps

In this epsiode, host Phylicia Jimenez and guest Terrviunce "Terry" Riley discuss the history, hilarity, survival methods, benefits and more of codeswitching in the Black community.

In this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez, and guest Krystal King talk ALL things health insurance. If you dont know what HMO or PPO is, you need to check out this episode, If you have no idea how or where to shop for health insurance, you need to listen. Check out this episode to learn, or be taken back to the basics!

In this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez and guest Cameron Butcher, tackle the basics of homeowners and renters insurance. If you need to know if you should have it, what it covers, and how it pays out, you don't want to miss this!

In this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez, and guest, Equity Analyst, Syed Kareem talk about stocks, investing, common mistakes beginner make, what to expect on returns, how to research stock options and the list goes on. You don't want to miss this episode.

In this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez and guest, Jeff Casper discuss the events on Capitol Hill, and what we as a community can do to move forward. The discussion covers local city councils and school boards' roles, responsibilities and how to prepare candidates for these positions. Find out if those that make some of the most important decisions, from city budgets to school curriculum, align with your views or are vehemently opposed. You don't want to miss this discussion!

In this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez and guest, Rashad Muhammad go through the basics of buying a home. From picking a real estate agent, to the vocab needed to succeed to the best programs for first time home buyers. Every BASIC thing you need is in this episode. Rashad, in true educator form, teaches us all the tricks and trades. You definitely need this knowledge in yo life!!

In this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez and guest, Dr. Mica McGriggs, explore the differences between race, ethnicity and nationality and why it's confusing for so many. Dr. McGriggs also drops gems on how individuals, companies and organizations thrive when they focus on inclusion rather than avoid it. Is your company or organization up to par?

In this episode, Host Phylicia Jimenez interviews guest Damon Nash. Damon has been in the flipping and investment property game for over 10 years. Tune in to find out what it means to invest, fix, flip and create passive income from investment properties. Learn how to leave a legacy for your children, family and any other loved ones. This episode is long overdue to help us close the wealth gap in America.

On this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez, interviews teaching guru and Instructional Lead Teacher, Celia Carey. They say teaching is a calling, but during this pandemic, teachers are leaving the profession at an alarming rate. Tune in to find out what's going on this year. Why are teachers, students, parents and admin alike all stressed? Find out why Black folks are leaving public schools to homeschool and un-teach their kids.

On this episode, host Phylicia Jimenez interviews the Honorable Judge Katina Whitfield. From campaigning to COVID evictions to huge courtroom feats, find out why voting in your local elections is so crucial. If you leave with nothing else, leave with the understanding that voting, especially in local elections is vital to building everyday equity within the Black community.