What makes a good ally and how do we gauge their authenticity? Tune in as the ladies discuss genuine allies versus people who are simply jumping in on the Diversity and Inclusion "flavor of the week".
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What is a Chief Diversity Officer and What do they even do!? Lots of companies are scrambling to create and fill these roles in an effort to show that they are having the necessary conversations. However, the jury is still out on if this will help eliminate the systemic racism that we all encounter. Tune in as the ladies discuss the impact of these efforts in their workplaces and what the actual benefits of these initiatives will look like

2020 has been a year! Tune in as the ladies catch up and provide their predictions on the 2020 Season Finale!

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She's Tired, He's Tired, We're ALL Tired! Compassion fatigue is a very real thing and in 2020 we're all dealing with it. Tune in as the ladies discuss how they are coping and protecting their peace.
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How did I get here and who put me in charge!? Does this sound familiar? Tune in as the ladies discuss imposter syndrome and how they cope with it. Listen in as they share their methods for getting comfy in their well deserved seats!

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Check out this article: https://www.entrepreneur.com/slideshow/345415

“In America, you gotta work twice as hard [as white folks] to get half as much.” -Black Proverb
This is a burden that we carry with us in all aspects of our lives and the effects can be damaging. Tune in as the ladies discuss how they overcome the fatigue that often accompanies this mentality and what this will mean for our youth.

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What's your love language? Ours is Money! Tune in ladies tackle the topic of generational wealth in our community. Financial literacy goes a long way and circulating the black dollar AND keeping it in our community is going to help build these empires.

Check out these articles to learn more:
https://www.wgbh.org/program/basic-black/generational-wealth-gap-people-of-color
https://medium.com/@mary_agbesanwa/14-lessons-on-building-generational-wealth-for-millennials-585d6360b6bf

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40 hours a week...That's the normal amount of time that we all spend with our coworkers (if we're lucky). It's almost inevitable that we form interoffice relationships with them over time. The question remains, "How close is to close?" Tune in as the ladies bring in some perspective from special guest, Phil, to discuss the dynamic of having a work husband or wife in the in the office.

Follow this week's guest on Instagram @p.a.c.k._life and check out his Apparel Brand @live4areason_clothing

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Y'all are getting a double dose of illumination this week! The ladies are shining a light on Twin Poets, Al Mills and Nnamdi Chukwuocha. These brothers are best known for their poetry, community activism, and social work. They use their poetry and spoken word as a means of strengthening and supporting the communities they serve. Their poetry is powerful and you're sure to feel its fervor! Check them out at twinpoets.org or on any of their social media platforms.
IG: @twinpoets
Twitter: @twinpoets
YouTube: Twin Poets

This week the ladies are shining a light on Indie bookstore owner Jeannine Cook. Jeannine is the owner of Harrietts Bookshop, which is located in the Fishtown area of Philadelphia. The bookshop highlights women authors, artists, and activists. It also hosts a slew of events such as the Whisky Writers Club (need we say more)! If you're looking for some dope reads in a space that will give you ancestral vibes be sure to check it out!
IG: @harrietts_bookshop
Twitter: @harriettsbooks
Location: 258 E. Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125