Fancy Black Lady

In this episode, co-hosts Jamila and Landria share two very different stories of challenges they've experienced as they explain their lives as black women. They talk about the times when they choose to stay silent, and those times when they use ALL the words. Each is powerful. Each a gift.

In this episode, Jamila and Landria discuss the #SharetheMic phenomenon and the implications of what this means for Black professionals. They unwrap the unstated expectations and explore whether the real goal is to share the mic...or something else.

Co-hosts Jamila and Landria have a candid discussion about the importance of embracing all the elements of us. They tackle the evolution of this thought process and where they are now with embracing themselves...Pookie, NaeNae, body parts and all.

Forged in the Fire. Whether it's due to personal or world events, nearly everyone can relate to being in this place. In this episode, Jamila and Landria discuss this tender topic and their personal Forged in the Fire moments -- and the beauty that lies on the other side. #forgedinfire

FBL co-hosts Jamila and Landria discuss raising children who dream big amidst the reality of violence against Black and Brown people in the United States. They share their perspective on forgiveness, creating boundaries, the evil of silence and parenting during protests.

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Article on "Thoughts on Forgiving Amy Cooper" Source: The Root

Jamila and Landria discuss Joe Biden's talk to America in the wake of the protests and the senseless deaths of African-Americans. What kind of empathy do we need from our leaders? The co-hosts unwrap the layered topic of trauma, communication, and doing what you can from where you are.

Fancy Black Lady co-hosts Jamila and Landria tackle "What Joe Biden Said" communication gaffes. They talk about what happens when some people get a bit too comfortable with Black audiences and how to lean into certain communication mistakes.

Jamila and Landria discuss what friendship means as a grown woman. Where do you begin? How do you make a new friend? And what makes for a meaningful friendship?

The co-hosts talk about extending grace, the effect of illness and death on friendship, turning off your corporate persona and exposing your inner self, and the magic that happens when you find your "person."