Since Y’all Don’t Read

Shanique is a modern day renaissance woman, turning her dreams into reality despite many obstacles along the way. She has been able to build her brand and pivoting into being an influencer full-time. From Army Veteran to Mogul in the making, Shanique strives to live life authentically and share memorable experiences with her three girls. Listen to Shanique's story and how she remains grateful for the lessons learn along the way! 

Fall in love with Shanique's business and beauty on Instagram at @ShaniqueJavelle; You can also purchase her products and book an appointment if you're in the South Florida area at https://linktr.ee/javelle_thehairstylist

Tionka is an ambitious woman breaking down barriers in the Finance world that have owned many titles in her life. As Tionka climbs the corporate ladder to CFO, she is here to remind us that we are more than the job. Tionka continues to prioritize time for herself and has recently discovered her passion for home decor and organization to start a new business endeavor project aptly named 3Twenty2 Interiors. Listen to Tionka's journey thus far and how she remains faithful to loving herself along the way!

To learn what's to come for 3Twenty2 Interiors and connect with Tionka, find her on:

LinkedIn: Tionka Humphrey

Facebook: Tionka Lashelle

Instagram: @TionkasWorld

Mia Shantel dives into another season of interviews with black women prioritizing self-care, healing, and growth. During these candid conversations with guests from various industries, we uncover common themes in the lives of black women and find joy in removing the veil of double consciousness to reveal more vulnerable, authentic perspectives on life, love, and the pursuit of uninhibited joy.

Tayo is a community engagement specialist and the creative force behind "Selfish Selfcare Management." Tayo's goal with Selfish Selfcare Management is to shift habits and empower those living with chronic illness to create a personal self-management plan. Years ago, Tayo was diagnosed with sickle cell disease and used what she had learned to develop a guide for others learning to manage daily life. Tayo continues to bring awareness to sickle cell disease by normalizing conversations around wellness and creating a safe space for community support. 

Learn more about Tayo, her subscription box, or order a copy of her self-management journal visit selfishselfcaremgt.com. 

Connect on Instagram at @selfish.selfcare_mgt

Pärdē girl Keli, is the Owner + Creative Director of PärdēPress, a greeting card company created for girlfriends to acknowledge and celebrate each other. We discuss what inspired her to take the leap into entrepreneurship full-time, what she has learned since ditching corporate America, and the evolution of self-care for someone with creative mind. To learn more about PärdēPress and get your hands on the uniquely-crafted greeting cards visit www.pardepress.com or find it on Instagram at @PardePress.

The Detroit native, Harvard Law grad, and L.A.-based writer began her career as an attorney in the music industry as an executive at Universal Music Group. She later wrote Black Girls Must Die Exhausted, inspired by her own incredible life experience. With the grassroots success of her first book, Allen adds to the three-part series with the highly anticipated; Black Girls Must Be Magic. In the second installment, Tabitha Walker returns with more of life’s challenges and a happy surprise—a baby—with a bit of help and lots of love from friends old and new. I am over the moon to be able to chat with Jayne and hope the gems shared in our interview inspire listeners to live boldly.

Learn more about Jayne Allen by visiting jayneallen.com
Black Girls Must Die Exhausted and Black Girls Must Be Magic are available through all major retailers.

Editing Credits:

• Since Y’all Don’t Read is on Instagram at @sinceyalldontread
• Catch up on Mia Shantel’s blog at miashantel.com
• Editing Credit: David Whitty-England
• Music Credit: UrbanGodzilla