On this episode we have my beautiful coworker bestie who is going to share her thoughts with us! She is a graduate from UTD with a bachelors in neuroscience. She is now a clinical research assistant at one of the top children's hospitals in the state. She has a bubbly personality and a unique perspective on the topic. This was one of the most fun interviews I hosted for this segment.

This is a very special guest! My mama, my twin, my best friend. She has been getting relaxers since before I could remember. Her sister was even a hairstylist for some time. Now she has decided to join the natural hair movement and rock her natural curls.  She is a wife, mother, sister, and a friend. She is a professional and travel junkie.

My mother is an IT Director with 17 years of experience spearheading multi-million dollar IT portfolios from ideation through implementation, simultaneously managing multiple teams of 45. Accomplished in planning, implementing, and tracking project activity, serving as the conduit and controller of project resources, and budgets. Certified Project Manager.
Expert in uncovering, translating, and conveying complex end user requirements in fast-paced, highly regulated environments. Exceptional communication with proven success building, cultivating, and leveraging strategic partnerships. 

Our conversation was full of laughs but also a lot of enlighting information! 

Dr. Reed is my mentor and friend who has guided me through my medical journey. On this episode, we got to sit and discuss our hair journies and recent study findings about hair relaxers and uterine cancer. 

Dr. Rixney Reed joined West Plano Pediatrics in February 2022. She is a New Orleans native who completed her medical and residency training at Louisiana State University Health Science Center in June 2021. Shortly after, she relocated to Dallas, TX to join her husband. She is a board-certified pediatrician and is committed to providing outstanding care to the pediatric population. While in residency she was highly complimented on her impressive communication with families and ability to take care of all patients with thoughtfulness and kindness. When she is outside the office, Dr. Reed enjoys spending time with her husband and stepson, exploring new restaurants, traveling, and binge-watching shows on Netflix.

Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Dornechia George Carter, M.D., is an award-winning board-certified Dallas-Fort Worth area dermatologist. She takes pride in tailoring treatment plans for each patient’s individual needs and educating patients about their skin. Ive gotten to see her work first hand as she has helped my little brother so much! She is a burst of energy and such a pleasure to be around. In this episode, I got to sit down and spend some time discussing  African American hair and Uterine cancer. 

Uncut Brown Crown Interview 

Brown Crown Uncut Episode with Teyana McAfee 

Uncut Interview with Raven Washington

Uncut Episode from the Brown Crown 

Through this podcast episode, I interviewed young African American women ages 20-23 to tell their stories of self-discovery, self-love, and the vision they hold for their lives. I helped them explore areas in their life, look at where they want to see themselves, and the steps necessary to get them there. I  listened to how they may limit themselves and how they uplift themselves. I wanted to know more about what they may have seen or heard that influenced their understanding of who they are or who they think they should be. The goal of this podcast is to allow listeners to hear and understand stories from young black women to help them discover more of who they are without limitations. Dismantling limitations they may have for themselves or limitations they believe have been bestowed upon them. Black women are among the most neglected and disrespected people in the world and I want to create a space for their stories to be told and remembered. This podcast is called the Brown Crown. Ultimately figuring out, what shapes your Brown Crown?