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In this episode Astrid Ferguson and Alexandra Hodge take a different angle at The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry recent wide-ranging interview with Oprah, covering everything from stepping into life as a Royal, marriage and interracial relationship topics. We know this has been a hot topic but we wanted to discuss the underlining layer culture plays in interracial relationships.

We took some of our personal experiences to answer questions: how much of a role does culture play in relationships? When is a good time to discuss cultural norms and is it a make it or break it thing? What does being mixed mean in our society today and why is colorism still a thing? We share some of our experiences dealing with shaming and interracial relationships that involved prejudice within the BIPOC and Latino/x community. 

Listen to our thoughts on this episode and why we think Harry leaving didn't fix their interracial relationship issues--only expanded it. As we are highly opinionated sisters with mixed children, either have or are in interracial relationsips, and come from blended families share some of our own complex observations. While this is not the holy grail of this conversation, we are certain it will spark some conversations both complex and controversial. Share your thoughts with us. We'd love to hear what you think on this hot topic.

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In this episode we, Astrid Ferguson and Alexandra Hodge, had the opportunity of interviewing Christine Isley-Farmer the author of Finding My Yip. A children's chapter book that focuses deeply on a puppy named boomer overcoming his inability to yip like his sister or mother. This is the first book in her new series, Finding My Yip (March 2, 2021, Wandering in the Words Press). The power of stories and music’s healing qualities weave their way through the book, which also features a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel as the narrator. Boomer and his new friend Chloe seek to develop confidence, make friends, and strengthen their bond, all while challenging their fears.

Christine wrote this story after developing a long career in music, singing opera and owning three cavaliers. She feels these stories are needed and necessary to help many children with speech impediments and any inabilities, develop confidence in their voice. She drops some gems as a seasoned person who has developed a career doing what she loves. Listen to us speak with Christine Isley-Farmer and get inspired to start doing what you love for a living.

To keep up with Christine's books follow her Good reads page and instagram.

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In this episode Astrid Ferguson and Alexandra Hodge interview the vibrant and fun Clara Jamison. Aside from the fact that it felt like we were catching up with an old Dominican friend, Clara is a multi-business owner and a marketing genius. Did we mention she is also a momma of 4 and happily married?

Clara juggles having children with special needs, two businesses (Momazing and Financial Diva Group), teaching yoga, and a husband, eloquently. Clara shares with us how she pivoted from being a 15+ year marketing guru to creating two businesses and authoring her own Childrens book, Camila and The Rain.  A book that highlights young Latinx girls and their many shades of beauty. Perfect addition for the young readers woman's history month book club.

To learn more about Clara and all business endeavors, get social with her on instagram by visiting https://www.instagram.com/claramazing


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In today's episode Astrid and Alexandra discuss the infamous Netflix movie Malcolm and Marie. This episode contains spoiler alerts as we discuss a few scenes in detail. So don't listen if you haven't watched Malcolm and Marie on Netflix.

Malcolm and Marie is a black and white film about a filmmaker (Malcolm) who returns home with his girlfriend (Marie) following a celebratory movie premiere as he awaits what's sure to be imminently critical and a financial success. The evening suddenly takes a turn as revelations about their relationships begin to surface, testing the strength of their love. This film is played by Zendaya and John David Washington.

If curious about your reactions in combative situations with your significant other, we recommend watching this film as a cross-comparison. In this episode, we discuss some Malcolm and Marie scenes--resurfaced some past relationships and experiences, our own combative tendencies during points of conflict, how our upbringing interplays in whether we react as Malcolm or Marie, and what we would have done differently. Some psychological terms we reference are pursuer and distancer (withdrawer) interactions and the burnout withdrawal symptom. We highlight the absolute don't-do's in arguments to avoid permanently deterring long-term relationships and much more. So listen on as we break down these patterns and share our own experiences in being Malcolm , Marie or both.

Articles used to review during this episode are the following: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/rediscovering-love/201707/needing-win-ten-mean-fighting-strategies

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anger-in-the-age-entitlement/201509/the-dynamic-thats-poison-any-couple

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In this episode we (Astrid Ferguson and Alexandra Hodge) decided to switch things up. We wanted to hear the guys perspective on relationships. So we speak to Ebony McNeil and Jared Pattison a.k.a Jeez to answer the following relationship questions:

1. What do they feel is the main thing women get wrong about men when it comes to cultivating relationships?
2. How has their parents relationships or relatives affected their current relationships?
3. What is their love language?
4.  In their opinion, why is it difficult to practice monogamy and establish healthy committed relationships today?
5. And finally, what tips do they have for people to keep the spark in their relationship?

Be prepared to laugh with some of their varying responses. Jared a.k.a Jeez, the comedian in a serious relationship and Ebony, the older married upcoming motivational speaker. Feel free to follow the guys and pick their brain some more on some real talk relationship advice.

To continue laughing at Jared’s hilarious jokes, follow him on Instagram  and to keep up with Ebony’s upcoming prospects follow him Here.


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In this episode hosts Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson have some deep body positivity discussions with Cee Ortiz, a multi-faceted entrepreneur with a keen eye for boudoir photography. She helps us understand that there is much confidence to gain from boudoir photography. Her entire mission is to help women or how we like to call them sisters, embrace their imperfections and summon their inner goddess.

Let's face it, as women we have days where we feel low and dislike what we see in the mirror. We pick at our imperfections but Cee is helping us see our imperfections as stories in picture form. She shares her difficulty with body positivity and why her mission is to infuse all her passion projects with body positivity.

 In this episode Cee Ortiz also shines light on two black owned businesses that she thinks we should all support. Uncle Bobbies indie bookstore located in Philadelphia, PA and Love Vera a black-woman owned intimate fashion brand store. Make sure to support these businesses and Cee Ortiz mission to bring out the vixen in all of us by following her on instagram.

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Let's kickoff black history month by paying our respect to the great Cecily Tyson who recently passed away. In this episode, sisters Alexandra Hodge and Astrid Ferguson pay homage to a few black authors, books, and black-owned businesses. First, we share a few tips that helped us cope with quarantine.

Books shared in this episode are: Just as I am a memoir by Cecily Tyson and The Secret Lives of Church Ladies by Deesha Philyaw. We wanted to make sure we highlighted some of the stories/books we enjoyed most by two incredibly talented black women. We also discuss the Robinhood and Gamestop stock news. Which helped us discuss investing and what money mindsets we are leaving in 2020. Furthermore, sharing some key ways in which we will be shifting our money mindset for 2021.

2020 was a year full of highs and lows. Withstanding the pandemic, there were some lessons learned about making more sound financial decisions. So listen on and maybe right down some new money intentions for 2021. Invest in some black owned businesses that are thriving in the tech world. Listen to find out what are some black owned tech companies you used everyday and had no idea were black owned.


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Vanessa Graves shares her passion for creating the podcast, Hija De Tu Madre which highlights stories of immigrant daughters and their mothers. Her hope is to highlight Hispanic, Latino/a, Latinx voices and the resilience. In this episode Vanessa Graves shares her biggest lessons and struggles as the first generation born in the USA with Astrid Ferguson and Alexandra Hodge.

It's not all tears and sad news. We take a trip down memory lane to some of our favorite shows, telenovelas, recipes, and childhood memories. We even learn the difference between Mexican and Salvadorian Tamales. If you would like to learn the difference we recommend listening to this episode and subscribe to Vanessa Graves Hija de Tu Madre Podcast. You can also follow her on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hijadetumadrepodcast


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Latina. Fierce. Fighter. A San Diego native with a laugh as big as her hair. Jessica Yañez brings her love for wine and passion for storytelling together to highlight the stories that need to be told from communities of color. Chisme (Spanish for gossip) comes from the interviewees themselves as they "spill the wine" on their own terms. So grab a glass of wine and join us for the this intimate interview between Astrid Ferguson and Jessica Yañez Perez.

Learn some podcasting tips and how to make it fun. Listen to Jessica's story of balancing her passion for marketing, podcasting and wine. If you're a San Diego Native book a virtual wine tasting event by visiting https://www.thewineandchismepodcast.com or follow the wine and chisme instagram @thewineandchisme

Sponsored by: Afergtale LLC @ https://www.astridferguson.com/course

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Every New Year we set resolutions we have no intentions on keeping. The number one New Years resolution is "losing weight." Carla helps us look at health and healthism from a different lens. She shares that the most important thing is loving the journey of health that pertains to each of us and our bodies. She also shares tips and techniques for breaking people pleasing patterns  and establishing better eating habits that set us up for success.

Carla Diaz is a Physical Therapist turned health and wellness coach who loves to help busy mom professionals co-create a healthier lifestyle through sensible lifestyle changes and added self-awareness.  She’s passionate about helping women rediscover their own inner magic by helping them put their needs first. She’s also the host of The Joyful Energetic Mama Podcast, a weekly show that covers a variety of  health, wellness and personal development topics.  In her spare time she loves to hang out with her family and rescue dog Perry, as well as discovering which online course to take next.

Learn more about Carla by going to:
https://www.heycarladiaz.com or on Instagram
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