The Sotong Sistas are back and there is much to be discussed! 

A 3-month hiatus proved good for the soul as Delia made her return to theatre, albeit under strange circumstances and Candice extended a mini vacation to Cozumel by months, all in the name of self-care. And if you're struggling with a wisdom tooth, Jazz has a fool-proof plan to handle it like a boss. 

Part 2 of this episode gets into the heart of the election with our analysis of Kamala Harris' historic win and what the future holds in the coming years and generations. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

We did it again! Sotong Sessions has wrapped another season and we are so glad you were all here for it. We have enjoyed being free to discuss the major issues of America from the lens of ex-expats. In our final episode of the season, we share our reflections of the season, the things we are NOT here for in 2020, and our hopes for the future. Thank you all once again. Until next time!!!  

Hosts: Candice, Delia, Jazz 

 #TheRona  #BLM  #stayhomestaysafe  #antimaskers  #2020  #covid19  #vote2020

It's ok to not be married by 30. It's ok to still be searching for the perfect career. It's ok to not hit any of the benchmarks society has laid out for you. You are in good company.  

 Hosts: Candice, Delia, and Jazz

It's the act of following a black man through a store because you think he might steal something. It's calling a young black woman articulate. It's defined as  'a comment or action that subtly and often unconsciously or unintentionally expresses a prejudiced attitude toward a member of a marginalized group'. It's microagression. Except there's nothing micro about it.  

Hosts: Delia, Jazz, and Candice

  #microagression #blackwomen #BLM #blacklivesmatter #movement

In the midst of historic unemployment numbers and the convoluted status of 'working from home', the Sotong Sistas reflect on simpler times. In this episode, they discuss the ease and difficulties of working abroad.   

Hosts: Delia, Jazz, and Candice

"When was the last time you heard 'strong white woman'?". In this episode, the Sotong Sistas touch on identity as it pertains to the double-edged moniker 'strong black woman' as well as the perception of black women both foreign and domestic.  

Hosts: Candice, Delia, and Jazz

Related Reading:

1. To Be Female, Anxious and Black

https://adaa.org/learn-from-us/from-the-experts/blog-posts/consumer/be-female-anxious-and-black

2.  Why Are Black Women at Such High Risk of Dying From Pregnancy Complications? 

https://www.heart.org/en/news/2019/02/20/why-are-black-women-at-such-high-risk-of-dying-from-pregnancy-complications

It has many names. The global pandemic that has cancelled flights, cancelled outside, cancelled the economy has been called Covid-19 or the novel coronavirus. But here at Sotong Sessions, it's just 'that Rona'. Listen in as we discuss the very real struggles and blessings of this 'new normal'.  

Hosts: Candice, Delia, and Jazz

That sluggish, lethargic feeling you get when you scroll through your social media feeds is a sign, sis. 2020 is a whole other beast and maybe now is a good time to deal with its mayhem on a personal, emotional level. It’s time to up your self-care game and emotionally detox.

Hosts: Candice, Delia, and Jazz

In this episode:

- How to emotionally detox

- Christianity and BLM

- Corporate leadership and BLM

You can catch feelings. You can catch flights, not feelings. But can you catch feelings for flights? These are the type of questions we seek to answer in this episode as the Sotong Sistas discuss life back in the U.S. 

 Hosts: Candice, Delia, and Jazz 

 Topics in this episode: 

1. Dating in Korea aka "Send Me Your Location" 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-5-send-me-your-location/id1436628806?i=1000419983615  (iTunes)  

https://open.spotify.com/episode/18sJtUrdF4SKJEaX5MeCK8?si=ix_i9I-tThGzasPcI9oKlA  (Spotify) 

 2. Reverse culture shock This article explains to a great degree what reverse culture shock is and how it may present. https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/reverse-culture-shock.asp

#travel #blackwomentravel #cultureshock #jetlag #starbucks #podcasts #startups #shondarhimes

Talk about speaking things into existence! Your favorite ex-expats reflect on #blackouttuesday, allies who march, and the election of Ferguson's first black mayor. This episode is full of tips for the times, so get your notepads or voice notes ready. It's time to save lives!

Hosts: Delia, Jazz, and  Candice  

Topics in this episode: 

1. Ava Duvernay's educational companion to her movies 

https://www.array101.org/

2. Women of Color elected across the country

 https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/03/us...

3. Ferguson's first black mayor 

https://www.npr.org/2020/06/03/868512... 

#blackwomen #nojusticenopeace #blacklivesmatter #amplifyblackvoices #ferguson #avaduvernay