I Am EPIFANI!

In this episode Bethanee talks about her dating app experience thus far and the problematic profile pics men use. Bethanee's epiphany is sparked by the relationship between celebrities and activism and/or politics. What role should celebrities play when it comes to activism? Are they helping or hurting? Bethanee decides to tackle these questions. Bethanee website: www.bethaneeepifani.com Bethanee IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #kanyewest #icecube #beyonce #endsars #activism #blackcelebrities

In this episode Bethanee talks about the Lakers championship, #endSARS, and how a weighted blanket and a sleep mask has improved her self-care. This weeks epifani focuses on the challenges that come with teaching kids during a pandemic. Speech Language Pathologist, Lindsey Nitake, joins Bethanee in conversation as they discuss how they are navigating teaching in a virtual space. To learn more about Lindsey visit www.helpmegrowspeech.com, follow her on Instagram @helpmegrowspeech, subscribe to her YouTube: Help Me Grow Speech, or join her Facebook group for parents: "Speech Therapy for Kids" Bethanee website: www.bethaneeepifani.com Bethanee IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #covid19 #pandemic2020 #teaching #teachersmatter #zoom #virtuallife #socialdistance #socialdistanceschool #zoomclassrooms #speechandlanguagepathologist #teachingduringcovid

Bethanee talks about how LA Natives seem to be in a battle with each other over authenticity and who is really "LA" and who is not. Perhaps the rapid speed of gentrification is creating a fear of erasure and a fight over identity. Special guest, J.T. The LA Storyteller, is a blogger, storyteller, community organizer, and social justice advocate, joins Bethanee in conversation and provides his perspective on the changes happening in their beloved City of Angels. To find out more about J.T. , his work, and to listen to his blog, visit jimbotimes.com or follow him on IG @jimbotimes Bethanee website: www.bethaneeepifani.com Bethanee IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #losangeles #gentrification #blackandbrowncommunities #theblackcommunity #thebrowncommunity

Given the recent frenzy caused by the 1st presidential debate and Trump's Covid announcement, Bethanee has a lot to say about how Trump's ability to lie reflects the very foundation America was built upon and could possibly crumble as a result of it. Bethanee also has an emotional response to those who refuse to wear their masks during a pandemic. #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #presidentialdebate2020 #bidentrumpdebate #wearyourmask #fears #lies #money #power #thisisamerica

Bethanee Epifani talks about the impact of RBG (Ruth Bader Ginsburg) and the mixed emotions the public has felt towards her. Joining her in conversation, New Orleans Public Defender, Lauren Sapp provides insight on what her journey has been like as a Black Woman Lawyer and navigating through a racist legal system. #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #blacklawyers #blackprosecutors #blackwomenlawyers #racistlegalsystem #legalsystem #americanlegalsystem #bailsystem #sexism #racism

Bethanee discusses her mixed emotions about the re-release of "Girlfriends" on Netflix and it's portrayal of Black sisterhood. Dancer, Director/Filmaker, and special guest, Callie Mae Nichole Lyons, joins Bethanee in a discussion about the stories and portrayals of Black women in TV and film. They also discuss Callie's latest short film "Edge of Red" and the inspiration behind it. To learn more about Callie Lyons visit www.oaklandaveproductions.com or follow Callie on Instagram @Calsyo . You can also visit Vimeo to see all of Callie's short films. Bethanee website: www.bethaneeepifani.com Bethanee IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #girlfriends #blacksisterhood #blackwomen #girlfriendstvshow

In the aftermath of Chadwick Boseman's death, Bethanee discusses the importance of Black Super Heroes in the Black community. Bethanee continues the conversation with special guest, D.Haynes The Author, and they discuss his book entitled "Wanna Hide Something from a Nigga, Put it in a Book". Bethanee and D.Haynes end their conversion by talking about the legacies they wish to leave behind. To learn more about D.Haynes go to blppub.com or follow him on Instagram @dhaynestheauthor Bethanee Epifani: www.bethaneeepifani.com Bethanee IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #chadwickboseman #blacksuperheroes

Bethanee talks about following a non-traditional and/or creative career and the challenges and benefits that come with following a road less traveled. Bethanee talks about her tough journey after graduating college and the weight of societal expectations. Bethanee invites guest Felicia Kelley, who is a Black pilates instructor, wellness professional, and fellow LMU alum to discuss how she navigated her non-traditional career. Together they discuss what epiphanies they have learned as a result. To learn more about Felicia Kelley follow her on Instagram @feephifofum and visit her website: felicia-kelley.com and learn more about her online pilates programs. To learn more about Bethanee follow her on Instagram @bepifani or visit www.bethaneeepifani.com #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #lifeaftercollege #theroadlesstraveled #beingacreative #followingyourownpath #courage #theuncertainty

Bethanee discusses the viral moment that happened with Selah Marley — the daughter of Lauren Hill and Rohan Marley — when she got on Instagram and talked about very personal family issues. Selah openly shares how her father’s absence left a deep void within her. Selah’s IG Live sparked the discussion around “daddy issues”. As someone who did not grow up with her father, Bethanee shares a very different experience than Selah and pushes against the idea of “daddy issues”. Bethanee brings on Guest Efrem Bryant to get a male perspective on the absence of fathers in the home. To find out more about Efrem please visit @lovelogiq or to learn more about his non-profit visit: ccg4you.org. To find out more about creator & host Bethanee Epifani please follow her on IG: @bepifani or visit: bethaneeepifani.com #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors #daddyissues #selahmarley

Creator and Host Bethanee Epifani shares more of who she is and what inspired her to begin this podcast. Bethanee ends by sharing her first Epiphany. Visit Amazon or bethaneeepifani.com if you are interested in purchasing a copy of Bethanee’s books: “My Quarter-of-a-Century Life Lessons” or “Don’t Fall Prey!” You can also follow Bethanee on Instagram @bepifani. #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #myweeklyepifani #podcast #anchor.fm #spotify #applepodcasts #epiphanies #lifelessons #specialguestinterviews #blackpodcasts #honestconversations #funnyconversations #personalgrowth #selfhelp #insighfulconversations #realconversations #blackwomenpodcasts #blackwriters #blackauthors