Spiked Sweet Tea

This week's episode features special guest, Dr. Falami and her research on body liberation. Join Aprylle and Dena in their interview with Dr. Falami and learn more about how she created a safe space for Black women to be vulnerable about their insecurities. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #protectblackwomen #supportblackwomen #sisterhood #bodypositivity #bodyliberation #podsofcolor #citeblackwomen

Aprylle and Dena are so excited for the Summer Olympics, and the buzz around certain Black girl athletes has them thinking about how this new generation is different than generations prior. Take a listen as the ladies share their respect for these bold young women who take no prisoners. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackgirlmagic

Listen....Dena and Aprylle are loving A Black Lady Sketch Show! Are you watching? This week, the ladies share what they love about the show. Take a listen. #SpikedSweetTea #SpikedSweetTeapodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #ABLSS

This week Dena and Aprylle discuss trauma porn. What is it and are assigning the label appropriately? We've seen a lot of content from Black creators recently, but there are those of us who think a line has been crossed. Has it though? Stories like "Them" and "Two Distant Strangers" have some of us questioning the line between telling our stories and being provocative. This is one for the think pieces. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackgirlpodcast #browngirlpodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #traumaporn 

Did y'all watch the #Verzuz between SWV and Xscape this weekend? Aprylle and Dena did. Take a listen to this week's episode to hear their thoughts. It may not be what you think! #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #verzuzbattle #swvvxscape #swvvsxscape #supportblackwomen #blackpodcast #blackwomenpodcasters

Can Black women self-advocate without being perceived as angry? When we are assertive or require respect, why are we called aggressive? This week Dena and Aprylle talk about how Black women must toe the line to avoid being called the dreaded "angry Black woman". Check it out #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackpodcasts #blackpodcasters #blackwomenpodcast

What defines Blackness? Are there gatekeepers? Should there be? Dena and Aprylle perceive a growing delegation of folks who cry foul to some who racially identify as Black. Check out this weeks episode as they discuss who and why. #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #blackwomenpodcasts #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen 

We're back, did you miss us?

What does it mean to model sisterhood and who does it best? Dena and Aprylle discuss what sisterhood means to them, and they dialogue about seeing it in action and seeing it fail. Check it out. #SpikedSweetTea #SpikedSweetTeapodcast #upliftblackwomen #supportblackwomen #protectblackwomen #blackpodcast #blackwomenpodcast #sisterhood 

Has Black History Month become performative? In the 45 years since it's inception, how much progress has been made in incorporating Black history into American history classes. Dena and Aprylle talk about how it's wrong and how to make it right. Check it out. #Blackhistorymonth #blackhistoryeveryday #blackpodcast #spikedsweettea #spikedsweetteapodcast #protectblackwomen #blacklivesmatter