In episode three, we reexamine hair discrimination in public schools and The CROWN Act. Author and Publisher, Tiffany Obeng, and Dr. Rowe discuss opinions about hair discrimination and bias in K-12 schools and the implications for Black boys who are often neglected in the conversation about hair discrimination.

To connect with Tiffany Obeng, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram @sugarcookiebooks or on LinkedIn @tdillard.

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🎙Tune in now to Season II, episode 2! The conversation continues with Psychohairapy: Using hair as an entry point to healing on The Black Crown Chronicles Podcast 👑

Season II kicks off with Dr. Afyia Mbilishaka, a psychologist, educator and hairstylist. Dr. Mbilishaka is an accomplished scholar with over 35 published works and responsible for coining the term/research Pychohairphy, a practice of using hair as an entry point for mental health and services in beauty salons and barbershops.

@psychohairapy + @maat.psychological.services @dr_afiya

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🎙Tune in now to Season II, episode 1! Psychohairapy: Using hair as an entry point to healing on The Black Crown Chronicles Podcast 👑

Season II kicks off with Dr. Afyia Mbilishaka, a psychologist, educator and hairstylist. Dr. Mbilishaka is an accomplished scholar with over 35 published works and responsible for coining the term/research Pychohairphy, a practice of using hair as an entry point for mental health and services in beauty salons and barbershops.

@psychohairapy + @maat.psychological.services @dr_afiya

Stay tuned for more from Dr. Mbilishaka in episode 2!

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This last episode of the year, episode six, features D.C. native Sundiata Ramin a Community Organizer, Activist, and Historian. Sundiata discusses his intentionality of affirming Black identity within his parenting choices, specifically his daughter, and why this is important for Black families. Ramin also shares why it is important to create a nurturing environment for Black children to instill pride and education. He also retells stories his daughter experienced as a natural-haired young woman, such as hair discrimination on the job and in school, and how he guided her through as a father.

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Episode five features Ashley Zephrin, RN, an Emergency Room Nurse with over 17 years of experience. Nurse Zephrin discusses her journey with textured hair as a travel nurse across the U.S., which is still an isolating feeling in some parts of the country. As a nursing manager, she also talks about how she uses her intersectionality in leadership positions to prepare other minorities in the medical field to continue to shattering stereotypes. Additionally, she discusses unchanged stereotypes for Black women in the medical field and emerging policies, such as prohibiting eyelash extensions, that appear to target minorities. She also offers practical advice on how to remain authentic and navigate the nursing field as a Black woman despite its unique challenges.

If you would like to connect with Nurse Zephrin on Instagram @QueenNurse or LinkedIn Ashley Zéphirin.

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In this episode four, we discuss textured hair from a male perspective. Dom Turner is a higher education administrator with a passion for helping students navigate the system. His work includes developing strategies to support students from historically underrepresented populations and challenging institutions to eliminate barriers to student success. Dom is a proud first-generation college student and a staunch advocate for HBCUs.his experience across the years with locs early in his career compared to now as a seasoned professional.

Dom shares a number of personal stories from his experience across the years with locs early in his career compared to him now as a seasoned professional. He talks about how others perceive his combination of beards and locs, and how he navigates different environments by commanding respect regardless of his clothing choices.

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In episode three, we widen our scope by exploring how images and narratives impact our children. Author and Publisher, Tiffany Obeng, and Dr. Rowe discuss opinions about hair discrimination and bias in K-12 schools and the implications for Black boys and girls who are often targeted. In particular, Tiffany shares a personal story with her son and his hair that launched her career to publishing over 20 titles that focus on self-esteem, social-emotional learning, future careers and much more. She also offers advice to aspiring authors who are interested in writing children's books, including her a journal to assist during the creativity and execution process of writing.

To purchase "A Journal for Black Women Want to Write a Children's Book: An Interactive Guide to Creating Picture Book Magic" visit her website: https://www.sugarcookiebooks.com.

To connect with Tiffany Obeng, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram @sugarcookiebooks or on LinkedIn @tdillard.

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In this bonus episode of The Black Crown Chronicles Podcast, Dr. Rowe had the pleasure of being selected as Morgan State University's Alumni Spotlight. She is the first alumni feature for the Advanced Studies, Leadership, & Policy Department.Dr. Rowe talked extensively with Dr. Kimberly MacManus about Black hair and the dissertation journey. In May 2023, Dr. Rowe was awarded the 2023 Howard Simons Outstanding Dissertation of the Year, titled "Crowning Glory: Exploring the narratives of Black women with natural hair and hair texture during the construction of professional identities as medical and law professionals." The dissertation focused on the professional identity construction of Black women in medical and law school with natural hair and hair texture. If you would like to read the dissertation, you can find it digitally in any electronic library.

This episode is a candid conversation about Black women and their hair and how Dr. Rowe’s dissertation helped to promulgate a much-needed discussion about natural hair presentation and the identities of professional Black women. Dr. Rowe talks about her postdoctoral work, future projects and gives some helpful advice to current doctoral students pursuing the terminal degree while remaining persistent and healthy.

Make sure to subscribe to The Black Crown Chronicles on your favorite podcast platform. You can stay connected with Dr. Rowe on Instagram @dr_kernysha_rowe for updates and behind-the-scenes content or visit drkernysharowe.com for the full transcription of this episode.

In Episode 2, Dr. Rowe is joined by Natasha Gaspard, Founder and CEO of Mane Moves Media. Natasha Gaspard received the 2023 Master Pioneer award and offers her perspective on the Power of Black Hair. This episode discusses the contemporary significance of Black hair, the moment of “The [Black] Hair Awakening”, and so much more... You don’t want to miss this conversation!

To learn more about Natasha Gaspard, you can contact her here:

Instagram: @Mane Move Media @nastashagaspard

Website: https://linktr.ee/manemoves

Youtube: www.youtube.com/ManeMovesTV

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In the inaugural episode of The Black Crown Chronicles Podcast, your host Dr. Kernysha L. Rowe is joined by special guest Stephanie Brinkley, Esq. As a seasoned attorney, Stephanie shares her personal journey of transitioning to loc'd hair and the profound impact it had on her life and career. Throughout the episode, we explore the prevalence of hair discrimination and bias in corporate settings and how these issues manifest in the workplace. This episode also introduces the CROWN Act (Create a Respectful and Open Workplace for Natural Hair Act) in addressing and preventing hair discrimination. Together we shed light on the responsibility individuals and organizations bear in dismantling hair discrimination and bias, emphasizing the importance of fostering inclusivity and acceptance. To connect with Stephanie Brinkley, Esq.'s advocacy work, connect with her on Facebook and Instagram @InfluencingLaw on FB and Instagram.

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