Speaking In Hues

To end this season of Speaking in Hues, Taylor is joined by Nia, and SIH editors Jessica and Carson to talk about friendships post graduation.Follow us on Twitter @HUESPodcast or email the hosts at [email protected].

Podcast hosts Nsofwa Chanda and Taylor Nichols hit the streets with Speaking in Hues, engaging the UVA community in women's history trivia and discussions about women they admire. Follow us on Twitter @HUESPodcast or email the hosts at [email protected].

Touching on similar themes from Speaking in Hues most recent episode, Black Women in Higher Education, Nsofwa Chanda and Taylor Nichols share their thoughts on professional pressure to “do it all”. The two detail the pros and cons of what they deem “hustle culture”, elaborating on societal level pressure manifesting itself at a personal level, and ask how we ought to combat this stress.Follow us on Twitter @HUESPodcast or email the hosts at [email protected].

In honor of Black History Month, Nsofwa Chanda and Taylor Nichols share their personal experiences and hardships as black women navigating higher education and DEI work. This episode gains particular significance amidst recent events, including the resignation of Claudine Gay from Harvard and the loss of Dr. Candia-Bailey, the esteemed Vice President for Student Affairs at Lincoln University. On behalf of the entire podcast team, our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends during...

In our final episode of 2023, join hosts Nsofwa Chanda and Taylor Nichols as they chat about their holiday break plans, the exciting prospects of 2024, and the resolutions that will shape their new year. Finally, tune in for what’s in store at UVA and Charlottesville this January. Follow us on Twitter @HUESPodcast or email the hosts at [email protected].

In celebration of Native American History Month, Nsofwa Chanda and Taylor Nichols welcome Kody Grant, UVA’s first tribal liaison! With two decades of experience, Kody now serves as a collaborator and point of contact for tribal nations and the university. Tune in to explore issues impacting indigenous communities and gain insights into engaging with local indigenous communities. With Thanksgiving approaching, Kody discusses the holiday and different perspectives within tribal communities...

We’re thrilled to introduce our first guest, Alyssa Candelmo, a recent UVA grad and devoted member of the Maxine Platzer Lynn’s Women's Center – she’s the real deal!With major elections on the horizon, Alyssa teams up with hosts Nsofwa Chanda and Taylor Nichols to unravel the complexities of voting and the vital role it plays in our lives. We’ll also explore the factors that can deter people from casting their vote. Listen in to learn effective ways to inspire your friends, family, and commun...

Do you ever think "how far is too far?" when it comes to dressing up for Halloween? Join Nsofwa Chanda, Taylor Nichols, and Nia Baker as they uncover Halloween’s history, share their favorite costumes, dive into Nsofwa’s graveyard obsession, and have a crucial chat on cultural appropriation. Halloween awaits, so tune in now!Follow us on Twitter @HUESPodcast or email the hosts at [email protected].

To kick off Season 5 of Speaking in Hues, we’re starting with an engaging Q&A session that delves deep into the questions that matter most to our audience. From crazy childhood beliefs to serious personal goals, Nsofwa Chanda and Taylor Nichols explore a wide range of topics. Tune in for thought-provoking answers that inform, inspire, and entertain!Be sure to check out the video for the meaning and significance of the name change Nsofwa (Jaronda) and the reason behind her name change. Cli...

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Nia Baker (PhD Student in the Department of Sociology at UVA) joins Taylor Nichols and Jaronda Miller-Bryant to talk through her research in campus hookup culture and the intersection of race and sex work. The conversation shines light on the complexities of healthy sexual relationships, consent, and pleasure gaps which are core in prevention work. After this episode, you may learn something about yourself or the social world at large. Fol...