This week Spencer Stultz, artist, activist, and Whimsical Black Girl founder joins us! Our discussion entails her inspiring journey to visual artistry and finding the light within herself. We discuss concepts of Black Art, problematic standards in art, and dealing with underlying racism in the art world.  Spencer tells us about why she created the Whimsical Black Girl platform and her goals to empower Black women and children with art. Listen in to hear about our very first giveaway a Whimsical Black Girl Goody!

Connect with Whimsical Black Girl & Spencer : 

- Website: https://www.whimsicalblackgirl.com/

- IG: https://www.instagram.com/whimsicalblackgirl/

- Spencer: https://www.instagram.com/spencerlaurielle/

Connect with Talkin' That Talk: 

- IG: https://www.instagram.com/talkinthattalk/

- Tee: https://www.instagram.com/golden.tdh/

- Ki: https://www.instagram.com/ki.speaks/

This episode (#11) was originally released on May 11, 2020.

Welcome to  "The Chaser" , a discussion of  the many mind games associated with typical dating rules. No one likes being strung around, but it seems to happen more often than not. Our conversation reflects around being vulnerable in situations and ways to overcome this annoying chase. When does (or should) the chase end? Jump into this episode to hear Tee and Ki's experience with being both "The Chaser" and "The Chasee."  Connect with us on IG!  Show: https://www.instagram.com/talkinthattalk/ Tee: https://www.instagram.com/golden.tdh/ Ki: https://www.instagram.com/ki.speaks/ Shoutout to our lovely listeners who now span over the U.S, Jamaica, Germany, Ireland, and the U.K! Let us know what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts !

This episode (#10) was originally released on April 25, 2020.

Meet Ken "Ken Roc" Thompson :  intellect, author, father, and incarcerated Black man in America. We discuss his experience with fatherhood, dating, and life in prison.  We dig deeper into the mental, physical, and structural breakdown of Black men, women, and families- particularly those influenced by America's prison system. Prison undoubtedly furthers the American agenda to re-enslave Black people. Engage with Ki, Tee, and Ken Roc as we discuss why in this episode. Ken Roc can be found on his website:  https://lifecoachroc.com/ or on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoach_roc/ .  Key things mentioned in this episode:  * 21 USC 851 - Seeks enhanced penalty for a drug offender previously convicted of felony use.  * Post- Traumatic Slave Syndrome - Dr. Joy DeGruy  https://www.joydegruy.com/post-traumatic-slave-syndrome Can't get enough of Ki? Tune in to her solo podcast "Thick and Slick".  Please subscribe, comment, and leave a review !! For thoughts, suggestions, or to find out how to get involved in Talkin' That Talk please email us at [email protected] . 

This episode (#9) was originally released on April 15, 2020.

Tee & Ki discuss the idea that some relationships are in our life for a reason and others a season.  We banter over relationships that have ended,  our methodology in assessing relationships, and our attempts at rekindling old relationships. In this show we ponder what do people bring into our lives ? And why are they around for particular parts of our journey ? Join us for discussion of rejection, failed expectations, and our viewpoints how to deal this this very common issue of life when dealing with relationships. 

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This episode (#8) was originally released on April 15, 2020.

Tee, Ki , and special guest Blair discuss going from heauxing to the journey of having a housewife mentality. We discuss pussy power, selectivity in dating and sex,  knowing our worth, and the freedom of choice. Here, the ladies reframe the term of "heaux" into a term that means liberation.  Indulge with us as Blair shares her truth regarding her journey from having a heux mentality to one of what she considers a housewife. And don't get it confused for the traditional meaning of housewife ! We also venture into discussion regarding being a kept woman and why should women settle ? In episode #7 of Talkin'  That Talk we examine stereotypes about sex and women. Grab a cup of tea or a glass of wine and join us in an enlightening discussion of Blair's journey from heaux to housewife mentality. 

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This episode (#7) was originally released on April 3, 2020.

Tee & Ki discuss ethnic names, their significance for individuals, and the history surrounding how the naming of ethnic children has changed over time. We cover our frustration with the discrimination that Black and ethnic people often face due to their names with employment and educational opportunities. We discuss name shaming, our personal name histories, and the cultural beauty depicted by ethnic names.  

The Story of Kunta Kinte: Roots by Alex Haley, https://www.amazon.com/Roots-Alex-Haley/dp/0385037872

https://www.cnn.com/2015/08/03/africa/the-story-of-kunta-kinte-the-slave-who-fought-back/index.html

History of Black Names : http://theconversation.com/a-brief-history-of-black-names-from-perlie-to-latasha-130102

https://www.jstor.org/stable/2152175?seq=1 

How companies allow names to  impact employment opportunities by discriminative practices: http://www.nbcnews.com/id/34063244/ns/business-careers/t/it-or-not-name-can-impact-your-career/#.Xn_RIi2ZP_R 

Please subscribe, comment, and leave a review !! For thoughts, suggestions, or to find out how to get involved in Talkin' That Talk please email use at [email protected] .

This episode (#6) was originally released on March 29, 2020.

Tee & Ki discuss where the what's currently happening in the U.S with Coronavirus-19, the high case rate and low recovery rate compared to other countries, and our experiences with social and non-social isolation thus far. We also provide our lovely listeners with tips for how to conquer social isolation without losing their minds.  Join us for facts, tips, and even a little game as we discuss this  current pandemic. 

All Coronavirus-19 updates were retrieved from https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/ . 

National Domestic Violence Partner Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)   https://www.thehotline.org/help/

Coronavirus-19 NYTimes Articles with CDC input: 

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/world/coronavirus-preparation-preparedness.html 

https://www.nytimes.com/article/prepare-for-coronavirus.html

The book mentioned by Ki in 1981 is is " The Eyes of Darkness" by Dean Koontz (page 181) which can be found here : https://www.amazon.com/The-Eyes-of Darkness/dp/B0032U8OJO/ref=sr_1_1crid=139R52FZ7WUQF&keywords=eyes+of+darkness+koontz&qid=1585425059&sprefix=eyes+of+darkne%2Caps%2C220&sr=8-1 .

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This episode (#5) was originally released on March 28, 2020.

Tee & Ki discuss the history, evolution, and present-day celebration of Black History Month (BHM). Our conversation delves into the history of Black people and the need for BHM. It get's HOT in here as we discuss the nonviolence movement vs. the use of violence in the Civil Rights Movement (CRM) , Black power vs. White power, and our ideals regarding the necessity of BHM . This conversation is introduced by a quote from Ta-Nehisi Coates "Between the World and Me" which directs the turn of our conversation. Here, we shed light on how we navigate experiences as Black women living in this racist world.  We also discuss our frustrations of wearing "the mask" in professional settings and how BHM and the CRM has influenced our lives and perspectives. Tune in to hear your hosts as they GO IN during this episode!

Fast Black History Facts by the beautiful and intelligent Ms. Taylor IG @TaylorCassidyJ : https://www.instagram.com/taylorcassidyj/ . 

This episode (#4) was originally released on March 21, 2020.

Tee & Ki discuss their experience with being cheated on and potentially cheating. Why do people cheat ? Why did either of us cheat ? How did we respond to being cheated on and is there a graceful way to deal with it ? In this episode Ki & Tee discuss the aftermath of cheating and being cheated on. We also talk about non-monogamy and the idea of being non-monogamous in our own relationships.

Tune in. 

This episode (#3) was recorded in January 2020 and originally released on March 18, 2020. 

Tee & Ki discuss the top things that they are OVER in 2019. We discuss being over poor financial decisions, gender roles , the Trump clown crew, and more. In hindsight, with the coronavirus-19 frenzy perhaps 2019 wasn't so bad. However, here is an episode shedding light on the issues that bothered us most last year. In the midst of the crazy, let's make 2020 a good one !

As mentioned and promised by Ki, the book mentioned was Brainwashed by Tom Burrell. 

This episode (#2) was recorded in December 2019 and released on March 17, 2020.