In this episode, Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk about the controversy surrounding The Woman King. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your comments on this episode! 
Check out this article from the Smithsonian about the Dahomey tribe. https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/real-warriors-woman-king-dahomey-agojie-amazons-180980750/
To trace your own African Ancestry check out the test kits on Africanancestory.com. And listen to our episode from season 1 “Our African Ancestry” for more on Jill, Laiya, and Aja’s ancestry.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

History On Screen Is a Tricky Thing

Jill Scott, Laiya St.Clair, and Aja Graydon-Dantzler are music and entertainment icons, but they’re also experts in the art of no-holds-barred conversations. Jill Scott Presents: J.ill the Podcast is like chilling with that friend who says what everyone wants to say but is too afraid to – times three. Expect unfiltered talk about relationships, health, art, and everything else that comes with surviving and thriving as a Black woman in the world

Personal Journals

Society & Culture

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

Jill, Aja, and Laiya close out the season with a conversation on changes. 

“All that you change changes you. The only lasting truth is change. God is change.” 
-Octavia Butler 

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Call on Me, Thick or Thin

In this week’s episode Jill, Aja, and Laiya talk to genealogist Brian Sheffey and Donya Williams. They breakdown what’s really hidden in our spit as diasporic Black people. To get a deeper understanding of your own lineage check out the links below to their books, TV show, and genealogy services.

YouTube channel: https://m.youtube.com/@GenealogyAdventures
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/genealogyadventuresusa?mibextid=ZbWKwL
Genealogy: genealogyadventures@e360tv.com
Books:
https://a.co/d/btRYDtv
https://a.co/d/cNsqdAe
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Genealogy 101: Where Do I Spit?

In this episode Jill, Aja, and Laiya welcome superfan Royce Hall. They discuss the importance of creating safe spaces for all Black people and the joy of showing up as your authentic self. For more on Royce check out the links below. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your comments on this episode!

https://linktr.ee/Royce.Hall
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You're Safe Here: With Royce Hall

In this episode, Jill, Aja, and Laiya talk about the experience of perimenopause. To learn more about connecting the physical and spiritual process check out this article from Veracityselfcare.com https://veracityselfcare.com/knowledge/body/menopause-goddess-phase
For more info on how to treat symptoms check out this article from Menopause.com https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopauseflashes/menopause-symptoms-and-treatments/menopause-101-a-primer-for-the-perimenopausal
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Why Bitches Bitch

In this episode Jill, Aja, and Laiya interview the founders of Black Girls Film Camp, Jimmeka Anderson and Sierra Davis. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your comments on this episode!

Visit the website: https://www.blackgirlsfilmcamp.com/ 
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History On Screen Is a Tricky Thing

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