In continuation with our theme of discussing things that happen in our community for Black history month, this week's topic is "Are you Black enough?" 

Attorney at law, Rudo Mugwagwa, who was born in Zimbabwe but has lived on four continents talks to us about what being black means to her. This episode touches on code switching and the impossibility of putting Blackness in a box.

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In part 2 of the discussion on #BlackLove, Richard and J tackle this topic from the perspective of a Black men.

Richard goes into details about how his environment, growing up in Vancouver, where the Black community isn't as large has shaped his dating preferences.

Listen to the end to hear what they have to say!

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We are back with season 2 #SisonkeNation. You asked us to incorporate a lot of new topics and we are going to do just that! In the season 2 premiere episode, we are talking Black love with singer & songwriter Anika Davidson.

We talk about dating during covid as well as exploring dating outside your race. Don't miss out on this brilliant episode.

Connect with Anika Davidson on IG @IAmAnikaDavidson
Anika's songs are available on iTunes, Spotify and ALL major streaming platforms
Book referenced by Anika Davidson: "Is Marriage For White People" - Ralph Richard Banks

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Wassup Sisonke Massive!? We hope y'all had a happy and safe New Years celebration.  In this episode we have a fun and light hearted conversation about the Inauguration, the continued lockdown, the vaccine and a surprise announcement that you must listen to find out. 

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In this episode we talk about Christmas during the pandemic. We also discuss 2021 and set goals for how we will approach the new year.  We appreciate you!

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For our season finale we speak with Registered Psychotherapists Ruth and Elvis Baah-Gyebi co-owners of Elpizo Counselling.

We talk about many things including the stigma around mental health in black communities as well as how we can take care of our mental health during this very difficult season of quarantine during the holidays.

You can learn more about Ruth and Elvis or contact them here:
www.elpizocounselling.com
#elpizocounselling
@elpizocounselling
8773357496 | 6479971413

Visit below link for amazing resources from Elpizo Counselling - FREE downloads:
1. Tips to unlocking the passion in your marriage during this season
2. Post-Holiday Blues: Dealing With The Aftermath of the Holidays
3. Holidays Without Loved Ones
4. Self-care: Recharge, Refocus and Reclaim Your Health
5. Useful Tips for Families to Navigate This Unique Holiday Season
https://www.elpizocounselling.com/blog/

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In this episode we have a chilled, light hearted conversation while looking back at 2020. We discuss  the unexpected events that took place and our outlook for 2021.

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In this week's episode, we chat with Cheyenne Scarlett (@motherofscarletts) creator of babyplanner.ca and @black.births.of.toronto about the importance of birth planning.


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Connect with Cheyenne Scarlett @motherofscarletts
Check Cheyenne's website: babyplanner.ca

In this episode J's mom talks about her experience of childbirth in Jamaican and Canada. She revealed many information that we did not know. Let's just say childbirth in Jamaican was very different from childbirth in Canada!

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In this episode my mom talks about her experience of preeclampsia in Zimbabwe. She revealed many information that we did not know!

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