Ep. 122. In this episode, we’re sipping on T for Taking Up Space with the brilliant Dr. DaJaneil McCree. As a Black woman navigating academia, white spaces, and the world, Dr. McCree shares her powerful journey from Detroit to the doctorate, offering insight into what it truly means to take up space unapologetically. We discuss the challenges, the triumphs, and the importance of owning your voice, identity, and presence in spaces that weren’t built for you. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, authenticity, and breaking barriers.

Dr. DaJaneil McCree is a health disparities researcher focused on the inequities Black women face in healthcare and their impact on health outcomes. Drawing from her own experiences in white spaces, she highlights the systemic barriers, trauma, and self-silencing Black women navigate. She is committed to amplifying Black women’s voices and advocates for awareness, change, and empowerment.

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