Black Representation in front of and behind the cameras is important as well. Writers rooms, camerapersons, show-runners can all impact show's relatability and it's important to have people who are a part of a culture or race have input. In this episode host, Shaleah chats it up with guest Natasha about the importance of accurate and positive representation in television and film. Seeing yourself in media affects your identity as person as well as how others view you in the world. 

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This episode explores two women who purposefully chose to have black doulas/ midwives for several reasons including wanting to be "heard" and fear of black maternal and infant death rates. I also share my own story as it relates to both the infant and the maternal mortality rate.

Here are a few stats I pulled from the article discussed:

 The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services stresses that because Black women have a higher chance of developing chronic diseases associated with pregnancy-related mortality, it’s critical they have constant support and education throughout their pregnancy to improve outcomes. Compared with white women, Black women experience higher mortality from cardiomyopathy, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and hemorrhaging, according to a study by the Women’s Health Research Institute in New York.

Black mothers may also fear for their own lives. Black women have a maternal mortality rate of 37.3 per 100,000 live births, which is more than twice the rate of white women (14.9 per 100,000 live births), according to a 2020 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

“Modern European medicine has always been against us,” Hylton said, referring to Black women. “A lot of (women of color) don’t make it through childbirth.”

Article Mentioned: https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2020/10/01/black-mothers-seek-midwives/

Article Mentioned: https://madamenoire.com/1301447/christina-elmore-black-midwives/

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Introverts make wonderful parents. It comes with a few challenges, the world seems top favor more extroverted personalities. However, being an introvert won’t take anything away from you being a dope parent. Actually, your kids will get something extra special from you. There are benefits that come with being an introverted parent. Your personality and your parenting style might be different, but you are doing what is best for you and your child. Not everyone can be the parent who is always on the go, or who invites neighborhood children over for snacks or initiates playdate. Realizing you are an introverted parent does not mean that you will not provide for your child. You will provide, but it will be different from an extroverted parent. 

Article Mentioned: https://introvertdear.com/news/6-reasons-introverts-make-amazing-mothers/

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This episode we talk about the power of introverts. Specifically, we’ll be listening to a Ted Talk by Susan Cain titled, the Power of introverts. Susan Cain is a proud introvert and the author of “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking” and “Quiet Power: The Secret Strengths of Introverts.” Cain's TedTalk reminds us that embracing your introverted qualities can lead you to be the person you want to be, and without much effort. Another episode takeaway is, time spent in solitude may provide the space you need to create.

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Susan Cain TedTalk video:https://youtu.be/c0KYU2j0TM4 

Susan Cain article:https://www.quietrev.com/author/susan-cain/

 Famous Introverts article: https://www.elegantthemes.com/blog/business/famous-introverts-and-what-you-can-learn-from-them

On today’s episode I explore the question, Can Black women be introverted? I also discuss stereotypes and how they play a role in how introverted black women are perceived. This episode is inspired by two short pieces I read based on the topic, Black women introverts. One is by Sequoia Holmes and she explores her experience being a Black introvert in the workplace. The other is by Nichole Nichols and she shares lessons she's learned being an introvert.

Articles mentioned: 

https://www.quietrev.com/introverted-black-girl/

 https://www.bese.com/black-women-arent-allowed-to-be-introverted/

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What happens when two introverts fall in love? Today's episode explores just that. Aaron and Shavonne Best are a married couple who both identify as introverts. We take a dive into the start of their relationship, what's working, roadblocks. And oh yeah, their love for comfy pajamas and bedroom décor (you'll never guess who loves it more) LOL. Tune in to learn of possible advantages and disadvantages of this introverted partnership.

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On today’s episode we have my forever guests, Lisa and Tasha back  on with us. We celebrate being dope ass introverts and list a few reasons why introverts are so great. This episode's purpose is to appreciate how we as introverts show up in the world and remind ourselves of how great we truly are. 

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Host: Shaleah Williams

Guests: Tasha & Lisa

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This episode Shaleah talks with guest, Andre Mitchell about his journey to cleaner eating and the lack of healthy and affordable food options in minority populated areas. 

Host: Shaleah Williams

Guest: Andre Mitchell

Grocery stores mentioned: Lidl and Aldi Vegan places to eat: Little Man's Juice Bar (black owned) & Monster Vegan

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On today’s episode, we explored alcoholism in the black community and talked to Myra Brown, host and creator of the Jesus and Sobriety Podcast. She openly shares her experience dealing with alcoholism.

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Guest: Myra Brown

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Shaleah speaks about the idea of tone policing and it's relation to actress, Gabrielle Union recently revealing regrets of "muting" her former movie character's valid anger. Shaleah gives an account of a time she invalidated her own feelings of anger at work.

Tone Policing Article: https://laist.com/news/racism-101-lets-talk-about-tone-policing

Gabrielle Union article: https://madamenoire.com/1296760/gabrielle-union-letter-isis-bring-it-on/

Introverted Black Moms Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/introvertedblackmom/

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