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You need a lil' magic when you're a black girl enrolled in an elite predominantly white institution. Follow us on our journey: from hook up culture to new friendships, to navigating the world of acade... more
FAQs about BLCKGRLMGC:How many episodes does BLCKGRLMGC have?The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.
April 28, 2019Episode 29 - Slipped and Now I’m 10 Steps BehindIt’s that time of the year again - we’re ready to get the HELL out of Middlebury. The sophomore slump is alive and well and our motivation and energy is diminishing. This episode is raw and crude so listen with caution!...more4minPlay
April 15, 2019Episode 28 - Expecting Too Much“My ceiling is their floor.” As minorities on this campus we come from all different backgrounds and have different stories. In this episode, we spoke about how our professors put us on the same playing field as all the students in this school but it's not equal... at all. However, Megan and I came across a post that we think almost all of us could relate to in some way. It made us realize our strength, resilience and reassured us that we CAN do this. Each and everyone of us can do it!...more7minPlay
March 18, 2019Episode 27 - Can YOU say Ni**a? (Part 3)This is part three of our ongoing series “Can YOU say the N****?.” Today we spoke to Simon who is a sophomore at Middlebury College from Los Angeles, California. He had some pretty interesting views about his experience and opinions on the use of the word. Check it out!...more7minPlay
March 11, 2019Episode 26 - "Fighting for My Life."Once again R. Kelly is under the spotlight for being a sexual predator. Even though all these accusations around him are for sexual assault and violence towards minors — it all has become a literal joke/meme. How does this reflect on the black community? Why do we tend to make serious situations a joke? What are the actions we must take to change this?...more9minPlay
March 04, 2019Episode 25 - Mind the GapThe private vs public school debate has been going on for a very long time. It has created a conundrum in how students receive their education at elite institutions like Middlebury College. This educational gap is something that we’ve seen develop over time, and to be honest, we're not too sure what the solutions are…...more9minPlay
February 18, 2019Episode 24 - Let It GoWe’ve been experiencing weird anxiety almost every time we go back home. The city will forever be our home, but in this episode, we discussed the uneasy feelings that we feel coming home after being in Vermont for months. We also touched on the cycle that we realized we are caught in at Middlebury: We don’t fit in with Middlebury's culture, so we try to leave, but we don’t have money, so then we're stuck... and back at square one....more10minPlay
February 11, 2019Episode 23 - Look Back At It“If there is no struggle there is no progress.” Now, almost a year from starting our podcast — we are reflecting on the first few episodes we posted. We’ve come so far from freshmen year, and we still have a long way to go. But, WE GOT THIS!...more12minPlay
January 28, 2019Episode 22 - Disappointed, But Not SurprisedWe grew up hearing the phrases, “Focus on your books,” “Don’t rush boys,” and “Work now, play later,” but now we are questioning, when is “later” for us? They say college is supposed to be "the best four years of our lives," but so far it’s looking like one big DUB!...more9minPlay
January 14, 2019Episode 21 - I'M FINNA DO IT OBAMASELF2018 was by far one of the hardest year we faced, but somehow, we came out just fine. We ended that rough year with the the queen of Black Girl Magic herself, Michelle Obama. We went to her live book tour at the Barclays Center and heard beautiful and insightful advice. Michelle gave us a glimpse of the future that we can have if we keep our eyes on the prize and keep our head held high. We’ve got a tough road ahead of us, but if anyone had to do it, best believe it can be done by a black woman....more13minPlay
December 10, 2018Episode 20 - On Some Real $hitSocial media makes it extremely easy to see the entire world through a small ass screen. Although social media is a great way to connect with friends, it also has a tendency to bring unnecessary toxicity into our lives. So, we decided to go a cleanse from social media and it’s working great for us! Also, we're seeing Michelle Obama so soon!!!...more7minPlay
FAQs about BLCKGRLMGC:How many episodes does BLCKGRLMGC have?The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.