That Black Couple Podcast

In the first segment "First Things First," Jenn and Daren talk about how important it is to take lessons from the past year or two since COVID-19. For Black people, this time has shown us exactly how anti-Black and white supremacist these institutions are and how they often harm Black life.

In the second segment, "The Conversation," Daren shares the data about the increased vulnerability of Black folx and other people of color during the COVID-19 crisis. Jenn explains how this disproportionate marginalization must be addressed through healing justice for ourselves and our communities.

In the third segment, "The Reflection," Jenn and Daren share what they have been doing to practice healing and self-care in their own lives.

Articles for Reference:

* #ThatBlackCouple Ep 20 - Black Sleep Matters:

https://soundcloud.com/thatblackcouple/thatblackcouple-ep-20-black-sleep-matters

* Why Black And Latino People Still Lag On COVID Vaccines — And How To Fix It:

https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2021/04/26/989962041/why-black-and-latino-people-still-lag-on-covid-vaccines-and-how-to-fix-it

* In Palm Beach, Covid-19 vaccines intended for rural Black communities are instead going to wealthy white Floridians:

https://statnews.com/2021/03/04/covid19-vaccines-for-rural-black-communities-going-to-wealthy-white-floridians/

* THE COLOR OF CORONAVIRUS:

COVID-19 DEATHS BY RACE AND ETHNICITY IN THE U.S.:

https://www.apmresearchlab.org/covid/deaths-by-race

* COVID-19 Health Equity Interactive Dashboard: https://covid19.emory.edu/

Annals of Epidemiology: Assessing differential impacts of COVID-19 on Black communities study led by Gregorio Millett at amfAR (Foundation for AIDS Research):

https://www.elsevier.com/connect/atlas/assessing-covid-19s-impact-on-black-communities

* Black Americans say coronavirus has hit hard financially, but impact varies by education level, age:

https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/05/12/black-americans-say-coronavirus-has-hit-hard-financially-but-impact-varies-by-education-level-age/?amp=1

* The COVID Tracking Project’s The COVID Racial Data Tracker:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/health-equity/race-ethnicity.html

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren talk through their own relationship with the church and spirituality and the difficulty they had in finding a church for their own family.

In the second segment, they invite Jenn’s partner Tia into the conversation to discuss why Black millennials are leaving the church and how they have come to adopt alternative forms of church.

In the third segment, Jenn, Daren, and Tia discuss how young Black folx are looking for holistic fulfillment of their spirituality that does not end and begin within a church.

Articles for Reference:

* Pew Research Center Faith Among Black Americans study (2020) - Faith Among Black Americans: https://www.pewforum.org/2021/02/16/faith-among-black-americans/

* Pew Research Center Religious Landscape Study (2014) - Members of the Historically Black Protestant Tradition: https://www.pewforum.org/religious-landscape-study/religious-tradition/historically-black-protestant/

* Pew Research Center Religious Landscape Study (2014) - U.S. Public Becoming Less Religious: https://www.pewforum.org/2015/11/03/u-s-public-becoming-less-religious/

* Pew Research Center Religious Landscape Study (2012) - Racial and ethnic composition: https://www.pewforum.org/religious-landscape-study/racial-and-ethnic-composition/

* The Church’s Black Exodus (The Atlantic): https://amp.theatlantic.com/amp/article/616588/

* Millennials aren’t skipping church, the Black Church is skipping us (Black Youth Project): http://blackyouthproject.com/millennials-arent-skipping-church-the-black-church-is-skipping-us/

* Are black millennials being pushed out of the church? (The Washington Post): https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/local/wp/2013/08/27/are-black-millennials-being-pushed-out-of-the-church/?outputType=amp

* Henry Louis Gates Jr. on his new series ‘The Black Church’ (PBS News Hour): https://www.pbs.org/newshour/amp/show/henry-louis-gates-jr-on-his-new-series-the-black-church

* African-American Catholics concerned about youths leaving church https://news.nd.edu/news/african-american-catholics-concerned-about-youths-leaving-church/

* Black Millennials May Be Leaving The Church, But Not The Faith https://truthbetold.news/2019/11/black-millennials-may-be-leaving-the-church-but-not-the-faith/

* Millennials Are Leaving Religion And Not Coming Back (FiveThirtyEight): https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/millennials-are-leaving-religion-and-not-coming-back/amp/

* Police Brutality Drove a Wedge Between Me and My Church (The Marshall Project): https://www.themarshallproject.org/2018/04/11/police-brutality-drove-a-wedge-between-me-and-my-church

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren talk through how the COVID-19 pandemic has been an opportunity for self-exploration and the start of new ventures.

In the second segment, they discuss how they discovered their own sexual (asexual) and gender (gender fluid/genderqueer) identities and what those identities mean.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren reflect on how asexuality and gender fluidity/genderqueerness have shown up in their lives from childhood to present and why it is important to hold space for the full spectrum of identities people may have.

Articles for Reference:

* Asexuality Spectrum - https://www.asexuality.org/en/topic/119238-a-list-of-romantic-orientation

* What's the Difference Between Non-Binary, Genderqueer, and Gender-Nonconforming? - https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/wjwx8m/whats-the-difference-between-non-binary-genderqueer-and-gender-nonconforming

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Email: [email protected]

Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren recap how the term “entanglement” exploded over the summer and how it exposed people’s ignorance around polyamory.

In the second segment, they unpack what an entanglement is, debunk its negative stereotypes, and show how polyamory is all about responsibility, open communication, respect, and ongoing commitment.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren reflect on how society shapes how we believe we should live our lives even though every societal norm is just made up.

Articles for Reference:

* #ThatBlackCouple Ep 23 - Polyamory, Open Relationships, and Black Dating Life - https://soundcloud.com/thatblackcouple/thatblackcouple-ep-23-open-relationships

* A "timeline" of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith's relationship news - https://www.vulture.com/2020/07/will-smith-jada-pinkett-smith-august-alsina-timeline.html

* Red Table Talk S01E10 - Facing Addiction: Jada and Adrienne Share Their Family's Story - https://www.facebook.com/redtabletalk/videos/606246693108143/?sfnsn=mo

* Red Table Talk S03E12 - Jada Brings Herself to the Table - https://www.facebook.com/redtabletalk/videos/718425758995043/?sfnsn=mo

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren talk through why Kanye West’s and Terry Crews’ recent headline-making actions are proof that we shouldn’t root for everybody Black.

In the second segment, they dive into a deep discussion on how Black Entertainment has largely not been held accountable for advancing Black narratives in TV. They also explain why it is important that we hold people like Kenya Barris and Issa Rae accountable for their art while not “canceling” them.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren reflect on how the “slowed and reverb” movement captures the importance of putting the highest level of care into Black art and how holding Black folx accountable is a way to show love for all of the Black people.

Articles for Reference:

* Kanye West's Presidential Bid Is a Reminder We All Deserve Care and Need Accountability

https://www.teenvogue.com/story/kanye-west-presidential-bid-deserving-care-needing-accountability

* Terry Crews's Family Comment Perpetuates Toxic Masculinity

https://www.teenvogue.com/story/terry-crewss-family-comment-perpetuates-toxic-masculinity

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In this Mother’s Day episode, Jenn and Daren discuss the importance of mothers and “other mothers” both in their lives and the lives of Black folx at large. They also dive into the importance of parenting without adhering to societal gender roles and against harmful norms. They talk about Dwayne Wade's and Gabrielle Union’s parenting choices with Zaya Wade as the family navigates transphobia and protecting Black child.

Articles for Reference:

* Gender Differences in Time Spent on Parenting and Domestic Responsibilities by High-Achieving Young Physician-Researchers - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4131769/

* 2018 The Global Early Adolescent Study: An Exploration of the Factors that Shape Adolescence - https://www.jahonline.org/issue/S1054-139X(17)X0014-1

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren explain where they've been for the last 4 months while the podcast has been on hiatus.

In the second segment, they discuss some of the major topics they've missed during the hiatus. They cover new polyamorous developments, the roster of Democratic Presidential candidates, the recent race issues at Syracuse University, Cynthia Erivo's racist comments, how Black feminism didn't come from white women, and all things Lizzo.

In the Reflection, Jenn and Daren talk through their plans for the remainder of the podcast's season and for the coming season 3.

Article for reference:

* I teach at Syracuse University. Racist acts on campus have left me scared, tired and more motivated than ever. - https://www.thelily.com/i-teach-at-syracuse-university-racist-acts-on-campus-have-left-me-scared-tired-and-more-motivated-than-ever/

* Cynthia Erivo Addresses Backlash Over 'Ghetto American Accent' Comments - https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/2019/10/cynthia-erivo-addresses-backlash-over-past-tweets-allegedly-mocking-black-americans

* Lizzo Doesn't Care That You're Mad About Her Thong Dress - http://www.mtv.com/news/3148532/lizzo-thong-dress-lakers-game-reponse/

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren explain what it is like to maintain a relationship with one polyamorous person and one monogamous person.

In the second segment, they discuss polyamory’s progress through history and some of its most common misconceptions.

In the Interview, Jenn and Daren chat with Jasmine and Mo Banks from the Parenting Is Political Podcast and dig into the roles polyamory has played in their lives.

In the Reflection, Jenn, Daren, Jasmine, and Mo all share the messages that they believe are most important for people to take to heart.

Article for reference:

*One Epic Chart Proves There's No Right Way to Be in a Relationship - https://www.mic.com/articles/114110/one-epic-chart-proves-there-s-no-right-way-to-be-in-a-relationship

*Mama's Baby, Papa's Maybe: An American Grammar Book(by Hortense J. Spillers) - http://havensarchive.lss.wisc.edu/files/Spillers-%20Mamas%20Baby%20Papas%20Maybe.pdf

*My Gender is Black - https://afropunk.com/2017/07/my-gender-is-black/

*7 Poly Terms Everyone Should Know, Whether You're New To Polyamory Or Monogamous - https://www.bustle.com/articles/161962-7-poly-terms-everyone-should-know-whether-youre-new-to-polyamory-or-monogamous

*Do Married Millennials Cheat on Each Other? - https://amp.theatlantic.com/amp/article/588286/

*Multiple Lovers, Without Jealousy - https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2014/07/multiple-lovers-no-jealousy/374697/

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren introduce a listener’s question and the reason why they enlisted a panel of people experienced in interracial dating to provide their insight and share their experiences.

In the second segment, Jenn, Daren, and their panel discuss gender and racial dynamics within relationships from how “the gaze” can cause discomfort and fear to the rarity of resources that deal with interracial relationships that do not include a white person.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren reflect on how this discussion has opened their eyes to the complexities of interracial relationships and the common ground that exists amongst relationship types that are “othered”.

Article for reference:

* 'Least Desirable'? How Racial Discrimination Plays Out In Online Dating

https://www.npr.org/2018/01/09/575352051/least-desirable-how-racial-discrimination-plays-out-in-online-dating

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Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren explain why they decided to stop making New Year’s Resolutions.

In the second segment, they interrogate the concept of New Year’s Resolutions, explain why they fail, and suggest alternatives.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren share their past failed resolutions and why they have “unburdened” themselves from strict goals.

Articles for reference:

* New Year, Same Me

http://watercoolerconvos.com/2019/01/07/new-year-resolutions-anxiety/

* The History of New Year’s Resolutions

https://www.history.com/news/the-history-of-new-years-resolutions

* 10 Top New Year's Resolutions for Success and Happiness in 2019

https://www.inc.com/peter-economy/10-top-new-years-resolutions-for-success-happiness-in-2019.html

* 80% of New Year's resolutions fail by February — here's how to keep yours

https://www.businessinsider.com/new-years-resolutions-courses-2016-12

* Why New Year's Resolutions Fail

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/modern-mentality/201812/why-new-years-resolutions-fail

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Email: [email protected]

Podcast Summary:

This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.

Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.