Nice To Meet You!

Aikerum and I talk about coming to America and adjusting to the culture as a freshman in college. She tells me about her journey of becoming more comfortable with her own sense of style and the process of getting her citizenship here in the states. We also chat about dating and what was expected of her as a woman growing up and I get a chance to bring up my surprise wedding idea.

Greg and I talk about being five years post-undergrad and the pressure to figure out what’s next on the checklist. He tells me about strengthening his sense of self through traveling and spending more time alone. We also discuss whether or not to reach out to someone who has left your life intentionally, plus there’s a bonus blooper from a previous episode mixed in (12:25).

Kenneth and I talk about the world opening back up, going to NOLA for the first time, and what habits we’re looking forward to starting. We talk about our ancestry and plans to understand our lineage as well as chat about High on the Hog, a Netflix special about the history of African American cuisine. We share our ideas on how we think the world and government should work; and also how we feel we should all be involved in our community.

Kenneth's Social Media (@IG: @therevolutionsound)

On this solo episode, I talk about taking some time to be a tourist in your own city; take some time to walk around an refamiliarize yourself with your surroundings. I reflect on what closure means to me and how it’s evolved since I started this podcast. I recognize my change in attitude about researching my ancestry and it’s importance. Lastly my advice for driving and for life: let people behind you know what to expect ahead.

In this episode of Nice To Meet You, I highlight previous episodes where guests discuss what being a Black woman is like. Tia talks about working in the modeling and acting industry and how they have certain standards for Black women and their hair. Chandra shares her understanding of her great-grandmother’s words and experience once she grew up and understood the south. Autumn comments on the difficulties of trying to find a relationship as a Black woman and how she mostly feels support from other Black women. Isis talks about why she calls herself a Black feminist and also about the importance of Black women supporting each other.

James returns to the show and we talk about the world opening back up and being able to return to normal activities with friends. We also chat about getting serious about investing and the importance of kids learning about the stock market while they're young. He shares his views on marriage and how people need to be more realistic when settling down.

James' Social Media (IG:@coupleupcardgame)

On this solo episode, I talk about luxury and the cognitive dissonance it causes when I think about the environment. I also share my thoughts about how men and women really aren’t that different. There’s a teachable moment on what gaslighting is and how you may unknowingly be a victim or perpetrator. I discuss DC opening soon and my confusion about the phases as well as a recommended topic from one of the guests.

Alicia returns to the show and we talk about what she’s been up to and working through since the last time we had an episode back in 2019. We share what the pandemic has taught each of us as far as choosing peace and choosing yourself. She tells me about the struggles and rewards of going viral with her baking business, The Monalicia Bakes, and also expanding her brand with the Cookies and Conversation podcast.

Alicia's Social Media (IG/Twitter: @theMonAlicia, @TheMonaliciaBakes)

In this episode of Nice To Meet You, I highlight previous episodes focusing on environmentalism. I give some tips from my friend Gabby about what we can do from our homes in order to be more environmentally conscious. The Science Panel (Episode P004), consisting of Shane (003), Tony (027) and Caitlin (009), talks about microplastics and how depressing learning about what exactly was happening to our environment was. Alisha (090) shares her current project, a documentary about the geographical history of DC and how her mentors helped her understand how the Anacostia River ended up this way. Emma (070) tells me how much she learned about environmentalism in the last year working for Earth Conservation Corps and how she’s changed her own life to try and be more sustainable.

Caitlin's Social Media (Twitter: @CaitlinFjord)

Alisha's Social Media (IG: @alishamcamacho, Twitter: @CamachoAlisha, LinkedIn: Alisha Camacho)

Emma's Social Media (IG: @E_mmag)

On this solo episode, I talk about what led me to doing this first solo podcast and how I felt I needed to be more vulnerable and give more of myself to the listeners. I "rant" about my latest issue with social media and the polarization of our opinions. I share my vaccine experience and tell the story of almost missing my passport appointment. And lastly, I share a new segment, Advice for Driving and for Life.