Speaking In Hues

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 community to embrace the power of their voices at the ballot box. And remember… “Not voting is voting.”

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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!

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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. Click Here!

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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. 

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In honor of Women’s History Month, Jessica Pinto (editor of the podcast) joins Taylor Nichols and Jaronda Miller-Bryant to ask challenging questions about the 21st-century Second Shift. This episode was inspired by Arlie Hochschild’s famous book, The Second Shift, which explores the double burden of employed mothers. Listen in on hosts’ experiences in motherhood, relationships, women in the workplace, and everything in between!

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It is truly a joy for Jaronda and Taylor to celebrate Black History Month!  Listen as they recount their earliest memories of BHM and share their "Mount Rushmore" of Black Excellence! This episode is inspired by the well-known and the Unsung in Black history. 

Credits for Lift Every Voice and Sing go to Capt. Deanna Miller-Hinton!

As a treat, please take a moment to listen to the BHM playlist for all your February celebrations!
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6qtmrDafr5rDxWT2BZKXGb?si=dd18bb4488434089&nd=1

Food, while not only delicious, has the power to bring folks together and ostracize others. Join Taylor Nichols and Jaronda Miller-Bryant as they discuss ways food accommodations can be isolating and the cultural narratives around different cuisines. This episode may leave you feeling hungry but also inspired to be more accepting of others’ food preferences!

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What does it mean to be your authentic self? And is it even possible? Join Taylor Nichols and Jaronda Miller-Bryant as they discuss the burden of code-switching and bringing your authentic selves into the workplace. From childhood bullying stories that will make you gasp to the hosts’ journeys of self-identity… this episode has it all!

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Have you ever come back from a vacation feeling like you already need another vacation? Join Taylor Nichols and Jaronda Miller-Bryant as they discuss the inequities surrounding taking time off and what it means to travel while Black. If you want to hear hilarious travel stories and substitutes for traditional vacations… keep listening!

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Meet the new hosts of Speaking in Hues! Join friends and colleagues Taylor Nichols (DEI expert and pop culture queen) and Jaronda Miller-Bryant (scholar, leader, vegan fit-goddess and mom of two) for the first episode of Season 4. Learn a little more about them as humans  and why they’re excited to welcome you to this new season! Follow them on Twitter @HUESPodcast or email the hosts at [email protected].

Check out the hosts' favorite songs mentioned in the episode!