I dedicate this episode to Dr. Janell Green Smith, a woman who carried the torch and used her voice to advocate for Black mothers everywhere.

In honor of Black History Month, this episode of my public health series shines a light on a critical issue impacting the Black community in the United States: the alarming rates of maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women. These tragedies should not only trend when another life is lost, but they also deserve to be part of an ongoing, urgent conversation about what is happening in our own backyard.

In this episode, we explore the history of maternal care in America and examine how its legacy continues to shape the experiences and outcomes of women today.

Oftentimes, as believers, we tend to hide in shame when we struggle instead of leaning on God. One wrong move, and you're backsliding like a '90s R&B singer!

It becomes easy to carry silent shame when we fall short, choosing to hide rather than seek God's grace. I've learned that the more I run from God in my moments of despair, the further I drift from Him.

What do you need to release to hear what God is saying to you? In this episode, I share a revelation that was revealed to me about how God was moving in my life in ways I wasn't able to know unless I meditated on his word.

Join me as I start my new series, Public Health Files! Each episode, we will discuss a new public health topic and shine light on the profession and health aspects surrounding the overall health and well-being of the public.

As a graduate with a B.S. in Public Health, the goal of this series is to keep my audience informed and raise awareness about topics that are important to me. This week, we discuss environmental racism and what it can look like in your backyard.

New drops from the Canadian heartthrobs, Drake and Justin Bieber, have me jumping, but is it out of joy or curiosity to see if a better song is behind them? Join me as I discuss JB's surprise project and Drake's letter to his fallen rent-a-homies.

Join me as I sip through this week's watchlist from the raw streets of The Chi, to Netflix's chilling Astroworld documentary, and Tyler Perry's latest twisty tale, "Straw." Was it binge-worthy or background noise? Tune in to hear my hot takes, honest reactions, and what's worth adding to your queue.

Join me and special guest iKh0nic as we dive deep into the world of Stranger Things. From epic battles in Hawkins to eerie encounters in the Upside Down, we're recapping the series so far and breaking down our favorite fan theories for the highly anticipated Season 5.

Join me and my super mega guest star, Samarah M. as we dive into the tragic reality of recent hazing-related deaths and the dangerous culture surrounding initiation traditions in college organizations. Through real stories and hard truths, we discuss the long-lasting consequences of hazing.

Psalms 13:4 instructs us to be diligent in our works. We can desire, but there must be diligence in your works that follows these desires. The enemy's best attacks are the ones we believe are self-inflicted. Since he is not who we blame, we blame ourselves, which can lead to an endless cycle of guilt and procrastination. Shame the devil by denouncing these spirits.

In this episode, I share a revelation about how the sluggard soul may be a spirit we wrestle with when we attempt to align ourselves with the will of God. We must recognize these patterns in efforts to pursue greater.

Justice for Sonya Massey, another unarmed Black American shot dead in her own home by law enforcement. This is becoming larger than a race problem. The abuse of power we see from law enforcement daily should be enough for everyone to stand up against these issues. Join me this week as we discuss this tragedy and a few other events regarding politics and the media.