Unashamed & Unapologetic

On this episode Brittani and Shatai share their thoughts on the Jada Pinkett Smith ENTANGLEMENT with August Alsina. "Let us know if you need a good therapist August, we got you". The two explore boundaries: What are they? How do you set them? How can they go wrong? Boundaries are the way you show others how to treat you. Join them as they share their own personal experiences with setting boundaries in relationships, friendships and more. 
SEND IN YOUR TOXIC STORIES! These will be featured on our "Toxic Tuesday" video series coming to Instagram and Facebook soon! 

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Brittani and Shatai process their feelings about gun violence and the senseless death of Des Moines socialite, Sir William. The city is hurting and is need of coming together as a community to heal. 
This episode features Lacey, owner of Water Wytch. We sit down and discuss family cycles of depression, suicide attempts, and addiction. Lacey drops gems on how she was able to make major changes in her life and overcome difficult times. "I've been dealing with this my whole life". Lacey talks about what it was like growing up in a community where African Americans were regularly scrutinized, and later raising three biracial boys. The three explore spirituality, friendship, and family.


Find Lacey's body butters and scrubs at Water Wytch LLC on Facebook.

YOU ASKED AND WE ANSWERED! On this episode Shatai and Brittani respond to your questions on how to be part of the Black Lives Matter movement as an ally, and share your personal experiences with racism.  We talk about what it was like attending a rally and a solidarity march for justice and equality for African American lives lost by police brutality.  HOW DOES RACISM AFFECT OUR MENTAL HEALTH? We are drained, on edge, and feel like we are in an emotional warfare. Join us as we discuss the death of George Floyd, the rise of the BLM movement, and how NOT to be a racist asshole in 2020. 

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On this episode Shatai talks about her last session EVER with her therapist and  how it feels like a sad break up. Brittani sheds light on leveling up and seeing things from a better perspective once you hit 30. If you keep doing the same things and are getting the same results you got to change your game plan! 
SPECIAL GUEST: Ty Daye  teaches us how to smudge (she brings us a little sweetgrass) & discusses the power of positive energy, growing up in a foster home with over 20 kids, and living to your greatest potential, even when the odds are against you. 
Have you ever had a friend who's positive energy is so fierce that it lingers even after they leave?? 

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Facebook: TranZitions Salon & Beauty Bar

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COURTNEY SMITH RETURNS TO THE PODCAST!  Our very first guest from episode 1 updates us on big changes in her life. ["First of all...why Detroit?"]
And how can you keep moving forward when the odds are already against you? On this episode Courtney shares with us her biggest strengths: her vulnerability, allowing herself to feel, and how she has come to realize her self-worth. We talk about the glow up, and how it isn't usally glossy and sugar coated, but RAW and REAL. 
Join Shatai and Brittney during this Covid-Craziness! From accidentally sending out  quarantine party invitations and taking up gardening, to getting eyelash extensions with a face mask on! 


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Brittani Dudley has joined the Unashamed & Unapologetic team as a co-host! Stay tuned and follow us for new and exciting changes to the podcast!

Ten years ago I never knew how important co-parenting was going to become in my life. But years of experience and growth taught me that effective co-parenting is amongst one of the most important skill sets to have in life. Join us this episode as we discuss our experiences with co-parenting. It was definitely a work in progress and has its ups, but we made it thus far! “How we gonna co-parent if that shit sloppy?” 

APRIL FOOLS....but actually, sh*t is REAL! In the midst of a pandemic and social distancing, Brittani and I discuss how our lives have drastically changed in a matter of weeks. Anxiety is at an all time high, the future is unknown, and WHERE THE HELL DID ALL THE TOILET PAPER GO?! Join us as we dive in to our personal conspiracy theories, and share how we're staying sane while social distancing. Self care and prioritizing what brings joy and meaning to your life is a must right now! Who says you gotta fall into a deep depression just because the world is ending?(But....in all seriousness..... stay your ass at home, k?) 

Join me and my longtime friend, Latitia, for a SELF CARE SESH! We exchange scary stories and near-death experiences in honor of Halloween. What replenishes your soul and fills your spirit? In today’s world we stay so busy and are so task oriented that we actually have to remind ourselves to practice “self-care” …and then we end up feeling guilty about taking time for ourselves! WHAT THE HELL? Whether it’s just taking a day off, going to the gym, the spa, or rounding up the crew for game night, self-care is NECESSARY! Parents especially have to do things for themselves in order to keep our sanity when the kids drive us crazy! Reality check: When you are not healthy, you will not be happy. And……SOMETIMES A PICTURE THAT LOOKS LIKE A PENIS IS JUST A PICTURE THAT LOOKS LIKE A PENIS…and there’s no meaning behind it. 

In this month's episode Shannon Jefferson and I talk about "dealing with your sh*t" and how it is not only healthy, but necessary! When we try to take toxic secrets to the grave, and burry them in our shame, we only end up creating chaos for ourselves down the road. Join us as we talk about finding the right therapist, keeping it REAL with your therapist, and how saying a prayer and smoking a little weed is NOT the same as dealing with your shit! Shannon shares with us her journey through depression, unhealthy ways to cope, and a toxic relationship that spiraled into a deadly domestic violence situation. She also drops some major gems on resilience, healing, and self love.

My curls are POPPIN, I may have accidentally advertised myself as a sex worker on Facebook, AND I am anxious AF, so I am taking an 8 week Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction course! This episode I chat with guest BG about growing up in poverty, fatherhood, and PERSPECTIVE. Oh, and let's not forget the pressure of being a man and not being allowed to show any emotion! He drops some gems about the power of positive affirmations, owning your past, living your truth, and changing your core beliefs in order to live in your greatness and slay your goals.
Find BG on Instagram @unitedcircle_bg and snapchat: benbout_gz
Books referenced  in this episode: 
The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel Van der Kolk MD
No-Drama Discipline: The Whole Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

This episode features song: On Road by Sheikh C