Stiletto Revolution

In this episode, Dawn flips the script and becomes the featured guest. Emmy Award-Winning Television News Producer and long-time friend, Rashida Craddock talks with Dawn about living and working in New York City during 9/11. Dawn shares how she overcame depression and became the warrior woman she is today.

Note from the Stiletto Revolution #12: There is joy, even in moments of great pain.

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Is there really a Gay Agenda? This week, Adalphie Johnson, Programs Director of SMYAL, answers this question and more during an open and honest conversation with Dawn about the importance of supporting Black LGBTQ youth and trans women. The two women discuss the disproportionate number of Black homeless LGBTQ youth, homophobia in the Black church and how cisgender women can support our transgender sisters in securing safety during an epidemic of homicides. Plus, Dawn debuts our new theme song!

Note From the Stiletto Revolution #11: People are people. Instead of obsessing about our differences, let's focus a little more on our commonalities.

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Dawn and Dr. Pinna-Perez begin by exploring the psychological impact of our country's current immigration policies on children. The conversation quickly evolves into an exploration of historical violence and traumatization of Black and Brown people. Angelica, a daughter of immigrants who were once undocumented, reveals the complexities of her current relationship with her parents who are both staunch Republicans and Trump supporters. This conversation is raw and impactful.

Angelica Pinna-Perez, PhD, LCAT, LICSW, REAT, RDT, in an Associate Professor at Lesley University and the Founder of Cervitude Consulting. You can read her full bio and see her favorite warrior woman shoes on our website.

Note From the Stiletto Revolution #10: Use your privilege and put yourself on the front line.

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Resources from this Episode:

The Hill Article

Academy on Pediatrics Statement

The New Yorker Article

Dawn wraps up our three-part series on hair with our first Sistah Circle of Stiletto Revolution listeners. Kandice Brown (IG: _kayellebee_), Kechea Brown (IG: brownberries), Donya Graham (IG: thabestofme), and Yaminah Jackson (IG: peacefuljourney), talk with Dawn about how messages from childhood impacted their perceptions of beauty. These amazing warrior women, ranging in age from 29 to 50 years old, share their personal hair journeys and what has lead them to embrace the true glory of their hair.

Note From the Stiletto Revolution #9: Your natural hair journey is your own. It should not be judged by anyone, not even by you.

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This week we continue our three-part series on Black Hair. In Part II, Dawn explores natural hair discrimination, by talking with three highly influential warrior women. First, she talks with author of the book, Natural Hair in the Workplace: What Are Your Rights, Tracy Sanders, Esq. Then, she discusses NYC's new natural hair ban with Chair and Commissioner of the New York City Commission on Human Rights, Carmelyn P. Malalis. The episode wraps up with California State powerhouse, Senator Holly Mitchell. Senator Mitchell authored the C.R.O.W.N Act (Creating a Respectful and Open Workplace for Natural Hair).

This episode is chock full of hair-raising experiences. Real, practical advice on the legal rights of employees and students are offered as we break down the difference in federal, local, and state laws.

This is an episode no naturalista should miss!

Note From the Stiletto Revolution #5: Discrimination Doesn't Have to Be a Part of Our Everyday Lives. Know Your Rights.

Referenced during the show:

Learn more about Tracy Sanders Foundation Follow her on Social Media at https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-sanders-esq-03812848, https://www.instagram.com/naturalhairandthelaw/, and https://www.instagram.com/tracysandersesq/.

Learn more about the NYC Commission on Human Rights

Learn more about Senator Holly Mitchell.

Referenced during the show: Artice on TSA, Article on boy forced to color in hair with magic marker, Teen wrestler forced to cut locs before match, Black teens denied employment at Six Flags due to "extreme hairstyles", Black teen sent home form school due to wearing braids.

Join Dawn as she embarks on a three-part series exploring the role of Black women's hair as a form of social and political resistance to oppression. First up, Dawn talks with Kamika King, Founder and CEO of Makeba Co., an artisan hair care company specializing in products for Black women, and I AM Grooming Co., a beard and skincare company that specializes in products for men of color. The women explore the history of Black hair as a social justice movement, offer critical analysis of commentary made earlier this year by famous Black men attacking Black women's hair, discuss Kamika's personal hair journey and inspiration for creating hair care products, and share hair care tips for naturalistas and women experiencing hair loss.

Note From the Stiletto Revolution #7: You do not need to be ashamed or hide your hair loss because there are solutions to help.

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Referenced in this episode:

Mintel

HuffPost

This week, Dawn talks with Moms Demand Action activist and volunteer, Brenda Moss of Lynchburg, VA. We hear Brenda's incredible survivor story as a mother who lost her son to gun violence, leaving behind a 13-year old son who lost his hero. Wanna understand how gun violence impacts Black children and women? Well, Brenda breaks it down in an eloquent and powerful way that will motivate every listener to step up and demand change. We also discuss why prayer alone, is not always enough. Listen and let us know what you think on IG and FB.

Note From the Stiletto Revolution #6: Prayers are empty without action.

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Referenced in this Episode:

Moms Demand Action

Moms Demand Action Virginia

Wear Orange Day - June 7

On May 11, 2019, Dawn lost her Uncle Butch. Uncle Butch was an activist and community leader in Washington, DC and Prince George's County, MD. In an emotional goodbye, Dawn shares her favorite stories of her uncle and offers a glimpse into someone who inspired her to become the women she is today.

Author and coach, Tammy Washington joins Dawn to discuss wealth inequity in America and how Black women can change the narrative in order to achieve financial freedom. Practical tips for investing, getting out from under debt, and creating generational wealth are provided. Additionally, Tammy answers questions submitted by our listeners.This episode is chock full of information for women at various financial levels.

Note From the Stiletto Revolution #5: Create a plan and stick to it.

Learn more about Tammy and see her warrior women shoes on our website.

*This episode is lovingly dedicated to Oscar Phillips, Jr. (November 29, 1946 - May, 11, 2019)

Referenced in this Episode:

www.TammyWashington.com

Millionaire Mind Intensive

Women, Race, and Wealth

Wealth Gap: Why Are African-American Women Maxing Out?

Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki

The Millionaire Mindset by Thomas J Stanley

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