Parenting Decolonized

In this solo episode of Parenting Decolonized, I’m sharing my plans for 2023 and the exciting (and much-needed) changes I’m making to both my life and the Parenting Decolonized community. Spoiler alert! I’m moving Parenting Decolonized to YouTube! Listen in to hear why I’m doing this, along with my thoughts on a 2023 conference, the books I’m starting to write and publish, and the podcast I’m thinking of starting with the ladies of the Black Femme Freedom Collective. These are exciting shifts so if you want to join me for the ride, get on board and buckle up! Thank you for being such a beautiful, caring, and supportive community. Take care and I’ll talk to you in 2023.

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Read the TRANSCRIPT here: https://parentingdecolonized.com/episode-61-big-changes-are-coming-in-2023-a-solo-episode-with-yolanda

This episode of Parenting Decolonized was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Have you traced your ancestral roots? Regardless of what your answer is, let’s talk about it! In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I welcome Walter English, an artist and the Founder of Brister English Project, an organization that offers 20 hours of free genealogy work to Black people to help them discover and learn about their hidden roots and ancestors. Listen in as Walter and I talk about the power of genealogy and DNA testing in releasing shame about your family’s history with enslavement. In this episode, we talk about…

• Walt’s experience learning the truth about his African-American ancestry.
• How your family history impacts your parenting.
• Why I decided to get my DNA tested after being resistant to it.
• Overcoming the resistance to genealogy and using it to learn, liberate, and find pride in yourself.
• What is the best ancestry/DNA testing company?
• What to do with your DNA results.
• ….and more!

If you’d like to donate to the Brister English Project, visit https://linktr.ee/formerlovepoet.

Sign up and join the waitlist to get your 20 hours of FREE genealogy work: https://bristerep.me/take-action

To connect further with Walter English:
Visit his website: https://bristerep.me
Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/formerlovepoet
Connect with him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WaltWayMusic
Follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/FormerLovePoet Read the TRANSCRIPT here:
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This episode of Parenting Decolonized is produced by Crys & Tiana.

In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I welcome Princess Cole, a yogi, herbalist, business owner, homeschooler, and mom of three who loves gardening, traveling, and teaching. Listen in as Princess and I talk about decolonizing food, herbalism, and gardening.

In this episode, we talk about…
- The colonization of food and farming.
- Gardening as an act of resistance & The benefits of growing your own food.
- How to start growing your own food with limited space.
- Ways you can access affordable, nutritious food (with EBT too!).
- How to get started in decolonizing your relationship with food and gardening.
- ….and more!

Read the show notes and transcript here: https://parentingdecolonized.com/episode-59-decolonizing-food-reclaiming-gardening-with-princess-cole

To connect further with Princess Cole:
Visit her website: https://www.princesscole.com
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_princesscole
Connect with her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/princesscoleblog
Check out the Alliance of Native Seedkeepers: https://www.allianceofnativeseedkeepers.com
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This episode of Parenting Decolonized is produced by Crys & Tiana.

In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I welcome Sarita Covington, an Educator, Harlem Mom, and the Founder of Upper Manhattan Forest Kids, an organization that leads outdoor classes for children and their families in New York City’s green spaces. Listen in as Sarita and I have a fascinating discussion about decolonizing our relationship to nature.

In this episode, we talk about…
Sarita’s mission and inspiration behind Upper Manhattan Forest Kids.
The connection between nature, white supremacy, and anti-racism.
Steps you can take to start decolonizing your relationship to nature.
How to shift your mindset around spending time outside.
What I struggle with most in decolonizing my relationship to nature.
….and more!

To connect further with Sarita & Upper Manhattan Forest Kids:
Visit their website: https://www.uppermanhattanforestkids.com
Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uppermanhattanforestkids
Connect with them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uppermanhattanforestkids
Don't forget to share, rate, and let me know what you think of this week's episode on Facebook and Instagram!

Read the TRANSCRIPT here: https://parentingdecolonized.com/episode-58-decolonizing-your-relationship-to-nature-with-sarita-covington

This episode of Parenting Decolonized was produced by Crys & Tiana.

Do you feel like you’re a good ancestor? What does it even mean to be a good ancestor? In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I welcome Jana Lynne (JL) Umipig, a Creator, liberation educator, Ilokano healer, and cultural/knowledge bearer. Listen in as JL and I talk about how to be a good ancestor as you decolonize your life.

In this episode, we talk about…
How colonization impacts Filipino people.
The intersectionality of intergenerational trauma and colonization.
Challenges we face in setting boundaries and communicating with family, especially elders and parents.
JL’s tips for people struggling with familial boundaries in their liberation journey
….and more!

To connect further with JL:
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlcreator
Don't forget to share, rate, and let me know what you think of this week's episode on Facebook and Instagram!

Read the TRANSCRIPT here: https://parentingdecolonized.com/episode-57-what-it-means-to-be-a-good-ancestor-with-jana-lynne-umipig/

This episode of Parenting Decolonized is produced by Crys & Tiana.

In this solo episode of Parenting Decolonized Podcast, I’m sharing my thoughts and reflections on the 2022 Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference. I also get very personal about my current mental health struggles and the moves I’m making to heal. Tune in to hear my genuine thoughts about organizing this conference, why I’m struggling to be a conscious parent right now, and the healing work I intend to do via the Parenting Decolonized Podcast.

If you’re struggling right now, know that you are in company. We’re not meant to do any of this alone, so stick with me and we will heal alongside one another.

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Read the TRANSCRIPT here: https://parentingdecolonized.com/episode-56-reflections-after-the-2022-rona-racism-and-radical-parenting-conference-a-solo-episode-with-yolanda

This episode of Parenting Decolonized is produced by Crys & Tiana.

Our country and our people are facing a harsh truth… the American education system is failing Black folks. So, what can we do about it? In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I welcome Kaya Henderson, the Founder and CEO of Reconstruction, a tech-focused company offering a K-12 supplemental curriculum that’s centered around Black people, culture, and contributions. Listen in as Kaya and I talk about the immense value of supplementing your children’s education beyond the classroom.

In this episode, we talk about…
How I discuss race and Blackness with my young daughter.
How Black people reconstructed their communities in the 12 years after emancipation (& why this is powerful information to know/share).
Examples of Reconstruction classes you and your kids can take.
3 tips for supplementing your child’s education at home.
….and more!

Learn more about Reconstruction & Enroll in their classes for $10/class at https://reconstruction.us.
To connect further with Kaya:
Follow Kaya on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HendersonKaya
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kayashines
Connect with her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kayahendersonconsulting
Listen to Pod Save the People Podcast: https://apple.co/3dtObSt
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Read the TRANSCRIPT here: https://parentingdecolonized.com/episode-55-why-you-need-to-supplement-your-childs-education-with-kaya-henderson

This episode was produced by Crys & Tiana.

In this solo episode of Parenting Decolonized, I’m reaching out to you from Georgia, where I’m meeting with the Black Femme Freedom Collective and celebrating our one year anniversary! I also address a serious struggle I’ve been having lately and how I’m overcoming it. Plus, I give you a sneak peek into some of the speakers you will hear from and the workshops you can participate in during the Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference!

Parenting Decolonized is brought to you by the Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference on September 23rd-25th, 2022! With 25+ speakers from various backgrounds and experiences, this conference is designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical advice you need to help you manage your triggers, yell less, connect more, and raise liberated, emotionally-well children.

With this conference, I’m hoping we can come together and not only talk about what’s wrong, but discuss solutions and focus on how we can be the change we want to see.

Get $40 OFF early bird tickets (for a limited time only): https://parentingdecolonized.lpages.co/tickets



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Read the TRANSCRIPT here: https://parentingdecolonized.com/episode-54-building-community-in-conference-a-solo-episode-with-yolanda

How do you raise socially aware children without centering white supremacy or destroying their innocence? It can be difficult, but it’s simpler than you may think… In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I welcome Decoteau J. Irby, an author, educator, and father of two. Listen in as Decoteau and I talk about effective, impactful methods of conscious parenting that will help you break down systems of oppression in your family and community.

In this episode, we talk about…
How to teach your kids to think expansively and use radical imagination.
The powerful role of community involvement in raising conscious kids.
How do I build up an armor of resilience and resistance in my children?
Decoteau’s decolonized parenting tips and advice.
….and more!

This episode of Parenting Decolonized Podcast is brought to you by the Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference being held on September 23rd-25th, 2022!

With 25+ speakers from various backgrounds and experiences, this conference is designed to equip you with the knowledge and practical advice you need to help you manage your triggers, yell less, connect more, and raise liberated, emotionally-well children.

Get your early bird tickets and get $40 OFF here: https://parentingdecolonized.lpages.co/tickets/


Don't forget to share, rate, and let me know what you think of this week's episode on Facebook and Instagram!

To connect further with Decoteau:
Visit his website: https://www.decoteauirby.com
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decoteaublack
Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/decoteauirby
Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/decoteau-irby

What does it mean to decolonize your spirituality? In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I speak with Ally Henny, a writer, speaker, podcast host, and Master of Divinity who writes and speaks about race, identity, culture, and racial concilation. Listen in as Ally and I talk about how to decolonize your spirituality and raise liberated free-thinkers.

This episode was recorded during our Conscious Parenting for Social Justice Conference back in June 2021. Consider this a taste of what you’ll experience during the Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference coming up this September 23rd-25th, 2022!

In this episode, we talk about…
The intersection between race, social justice, spirituality, and conscious parenting.
As a spiritual or religious person, how do we navigate hierarchies of power?
How to balance gaining trust from your child while modeling mistakes and apologizing.
How do the dynamics of my household’s relationships impact my parenting?
How do I reconcile the atrocities committed in the name of religion and still hold onto religious, social justice, and decolonization practices?
….and more!

Are you registered for the Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference yet?
Go to https://parentingdecolonized.lpages.co/tickets/ to get your early bird tickets and get $40 off!

Don't forget to share, rate, and let me know what you think of this week's episode on Facebook and Instagram!

To connect further with Ally:
Visit her website: https://allyhenny.com
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allyhenny
Follow her on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thearmchaircom
Connect with her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allyhennypage
Follow her on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theallyhenny
Listen to Combing the Roots Podcast: https://allyhenny.com/podcast