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We're Not OK: A Community of Healing
We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing features honest, engaging conversations about mental health, relationships, wellness, identity, belonging, personal growth, leadership, and the issues shaping our lives. Hosted by TEDx speakers Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, co-editors of the award-winning book We’re Not OK, the show brings together experts, leaders, creators, and people with powerful lived experiences for real talk, practical insight, laughter, healing, and connection. You don’t have to do it alone.
- 62 - One Goal: Paths to Possibility w/ Dr. Alaina Harper
What if we stopped asking young people, “What are you going to do?” and started asking, “What possibilities do you see for yourself?”
We are joined by Dr. Alaina Harper, Executive Director of OneGoal in New York, for a conversation about education, career pathways, and helping young people envision their futures.
OneGoal partners with schools and districts to make college and career planning an integral part of the high school experience, helping students explore their aspirations, discover their purpose, and navigate pathways toward college and career success.
A lifelong educator with more than 20 years of experience, we explore Alaina’s journey in education, helping students discover career pathways, and the assumption that a four-year college degree is the only route to success. We also discuss trade school and other alternative pathways, and how an emphasis on grades, metrics, and traditional measures of achievement can sometimes limit how we see a student’s potential and future opportunities.
Because there isn't just one path to a meaningful future — and every young person deserves the opportunity and support to discover their own.
Connect with Dr. Alaina Harper & OneGoal:https://www.onegoalgraduation.org/
Connect with the hosts: Dr. Antija Allen & Justin Stewart
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Fri, 25 Sep 2026 - 54min - 61 - Who Gets to Tell Black Stories?
Who gets to tell Black stories, and who gets to decide which ones are worth funding, promoting, and seeing?
Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with filmmaker, novelist, and Black Film Space co-founder Lande Yoosuf to talk about Black storytelling, representation, identity, and creative ownership. They explore the myth that Black films don’t sell, the pressure to make stories more palatable for mainstream audiences, the challenges facing independent filmmakers, and how AI may reshape the future of storytelling.
Plus, Lande shares how her Nigerian-American identity shaped her work and why culturally specific stories can still connect with audiences everywhere.
Connect with Lande & Black Film Space: @Blackfilmspace @LandeYoosuf
Website www.blackfilmspace.com
YouTube www.youtube.com/BlackFilmSpace
Connect with the hosts: Dr. Antija Allen & Justin Stewart
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 - 55min - 60 - The Black Girl Magic Crew w/ Dr. Seanna Leath
We’re back for a new season!
In our season premiere, we welcome Dr. Seanna Leath, Associate Professor of Psychological & Brain Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis and director of the Fostering Healthy Identities and Resilience (FHIRe) Collaborative.
Dr. Leath’s work centers the lives and well-being of Black girls, women, and families. Together, we explore misconceptions about Black girls’ development, psychological safety and the freedom to be yourself, building confidence in underrepresented spaces, and the impact of adultification.
We also discuss friendship as a source of healing and belonging, the emotional labor Black mothers carry in preparing their daughters for the world, and the power of community—the reminder that sometimes, it truly takes a village.Connect with the hosts, Dr. Antija Allen & Justin Stewart
Fri, 28 Aug 2026 - 1h 00min - 59 - Leading with Love w/ Yashmine Cooper
Closing out the phenomenal sixth season of We're Not OK, we're proud to introduce Yashmine Cooper—educational leader, mindset coach, speaker, and founder of Leading with Love Consulting.
With nearly two decades of experience in K–12 education, Yashmine joins the conversation to unpack the realities of burnout among women leaders and the hidden emotional, mental, and personal costs that often come with constantly showing up for others. We explore how leadership rooted in overwork can lead to exhaustion, disconnection, and even the loss of identity beneath professional titles and expectations.
Yashmine shares how her frameworks, including Power Pause and LeadHER, help leaders reclaim their time, regulate their energy, establish boundaries, and move from survival mode toward more sustainable and aligned leadership. The conversation also highlights real stories of transformation and what becomes possible when leaders prioritize well-being without abandoning their purpose.
This season finale is an honest and healing discussion about redefining success, challenging toxic leadership norms, and creating lives that feel as good as they look on paper.
Connect with Yashmine.
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Fri, 08 May 2026 - 53min - 58 - Problk Health w/ Dr. Karleena Tuggle-McDaniel & Darian McDaniel
Today, we are joined by Problk Health co-founders Dr. Karleena Tuggle-McDaniel —a board-certified bariatric surgeon—and Darian McDaniel—a marketing executive with 20+ years of C-suite experience— as they share the personal journey that led them to build a wellness brand rooted in purpose, prevention, and community impact to transform Black health.
Together, we explore the real impact of healthcare gaps in Black communities, the rise of preventable chronic conditions, and how Problk Health was created to offer solutions that meet those needs. From choosing the right vitamins and supplements to avoiding harmful or ineffective options, this conversation is both practical and eye-opening.
Grounded in purpose, D. K and Darian also discuss their commitment to reinvesting in organizations and initiatives that support health and healing—turning individual wellness into community impact.
This episode is a powerful reminder: if we don’t prioritize our health early, we’ll feel it later.
Connect with the Dr. K & Darian:
Visit their website:Problk Health Vitamins - Black Doctor Owned Vitamin Company – PROBLK HEALTH
Check out their mission: Our Mission – PROBLK HEALTH
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Thu, 09 Apr 2026 - 59min - 57 - Unmasking Brilliance: Black Women with ADHD w/ Drs. Chinyere Oparah and Loucresie Rupert
In this powerful Women’s History Month episode, Dr. Antija Allen leads an intimate and affirming conversation centering the lived experiences of Black women with ADHD, stories too often overlooked, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed.
Joined by Dr. Chinyere Oparah and Dr. Loucresie Rupert, this episode explores what it means to be brilliant in systems that were not built for you. Together, they unpack late diagnoses, the emotional weight of “what could have been,” and the invisible labor of navigating life through workarounds that were never named.
Dr. Chinyere Oparah is an educator, author, and executive leadership coach who supports visionary leaders in navigating complex systems. As the founder of NeuroSpicy Leaders and the Center for Liberated Leadership, she brings more than 30 years of experience in higher education and nonprofit leadership, including roles as dean, provost, and vice president. Her work challenges deficit narratives and advances sustainable, courageous approaches to leadership.
Dr. Loucresie Rupert is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist specializing in ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence. She is co-founder of Physician Women SOAR and a member of BLACK. Her work centers mental health, trauma, and equity across multiple identities, and she brings both clinical expertise and lived insight into this conversation.
From hyperfocus to burnout, from misdiagnosis to self-discovery, this conversation reframes ADHD through a lens of strength, adaptability, and cultural context. You will hear how masking shows up in leadership, how success can coexist with struggle, and why community and collective care are essential tools for thriving.
This is more than a conversation about ADHD. It is about identity, survival, and reclaiming the fullness of who you are.
If you have ever questioned your capacity, your pace, or your path, this episode is a mirror, a validation, and a reminder. Your brilliance was never the problem.
Connect with our guests:
Dr. Loucresie Rupert
www.insightfulconsultant.orgFacebook: Insightful Consultant LLCLinkedIn: Dr. Loucresie Rupert | LinkedInDr. Chinyere Oparah
https://www.neurospicyleaders.com/Follow @neurospicyleaders on IGResources
Article on the power of ND leadership: https://www.neurospicyleaders.com/post/when-the-system-cracks-open-neurospicy-leaders-and-the-evolution-of-leadershipCoaching for ADHD/ND leaders and entrepreneurs: https://www.neurospicyleaders.com/FocusCafé Body doubling space for leaders, changemakers and entrepreneurs: https://www.neurospicyleaders.com/focuscafeAI FocusPartner -digital ally tailored to support ND professionals: https://www.neurospicyleaders.com/focuspartnerConnect with the hosts:
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Fri, 27 Mar 2026 - 51min - 56 - Hidden Wounds: Healing from Shame w/ Telvin Peterson
Today, we sit down with Telvin Peterson, Licensed Professional Counselor, Addictions Counselor, and founder of Inner Depth Counseling & Consulting LLC.
Drawing from his work within the Department of Corrections, Telvin shares insights from supporting incarcerated men navigating trauma, shame, addiction, and deep emotional barriers. Together, we explore how relational trauma, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to perform masculinity can keep people stuck in survival mode.
Telvin also challenges common myths about addiction and discusses how substance use disorders are often rooted in unresolved trauma.
From correctional facilities to community spaces, this conversation reflects on what it takes to move from silence and survival toward vulnerability, self-leadership, and healing.
Connect with Telvin:
TikTok @mrpthetherapist
Psychology Today: Inner Depth Counseling & Consulting LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, Florence, SC, 29505 | Psychology Today
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Fri, 13 Mar 2026 - 55min - 55 - The Psychology of Generational Trauma w/ Dr. Justin S. Hopkins
We’re joined by Dr. Justin S. Hopkins, a clinical psychologist, psychoanalytic scholar, and founder of Hopkins Behavioral Health, a BIPOC-focused therapy practice in Washington, DC. Through his clinical work, speaking engagements, and organizational partnerships, Dr. Hopkins applies the psychology of trauma to issues of identity, race, and the stress and pain underlying societal challenges.
Together, we explore how identity begins to form and how intergenerational trauma is transmitted through both what is spoken and what remains unspoken. Dr. Hopkins unpacks the difference between stress and trauma, how unresolved pain can be projected into present relationships, and how generational patterns can be unknowingly reinforced. We also discuss misconceptions about healing, the role of formal therapy—particularly psychoanalytic therapy—in breaking cycles, and the broader cultural forces contributing to what many describe as “the anxious generation.”
This episode invites us to become more aware of the hidden forces shaping our lives—and how intentional healing can move us toward greater freedom and joy.
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Fri, 27 Feb 2026 - 53min - 54 - When Parenthood Meets Mental Wellness — Featuring Patience Riley
Parenthood can bring joy, growth, and unexpected mental health challenges. In this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we’re joined by Patience Riley, Licensed Professional Counselor and certified perinatal mental health specialist.
With 14 years of experience, Patience supports individuals and families navigating parenthood and mental wellness through therapy, parental leave coaching, yoga, and organizational wellness programming. Her work spans clinical, community, and military settings, and she is a national advocate through her leadership with Postpartum Support International.
Together, we explore maternal mental health, family and workplace transitions, and strategies for supporting individuals and families through critical life moments.
Connect with Patience Riley
Website: www.whoamamas.com
Email: info@whoamamas.com
Therapy: GA & NE residents
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Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Therapy Support Funds & Programs
• Loveland Foundation — Therapy fund for Black women and girls
• Georgia Perinatal Action Fund — Support for GA residents navigating fertility, pregnancy, loss, and postpartum (up to 1 year)
• Black Girls Smile — Therapy Assistance Program
• Black Men Heal — Services available in PA, NJ, DE, NYC, MD, D.C., VA, GAPostpartum Support International (PSI)
Free support resources including support groups, peer mentor programs, and provider directories
www.postpartum.netIf you or someone you know is navigating parenthood and mental wellness challenges, this conversation offers insight, support, and resources.If you’re struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor. Visit https://betterhelp.com/thenotokpod for a discount on your first month of therapy. If you have questions about the brand relating to how the therapists are credentialed, their privacy policy, or therapist compensation, here is an overview written by the YouTube creators behind the channel Cinema Therapy that goes into these topics: https://www.reddit.com/r/cinema_therapy/comments/1dpriql/addressing_the_betterhelp_concerns_headon_deep/
Fri, 13 Feb 2026 - 55min - 53 - The Center for Black Health & Equity — Featuring Bryce Kahari
Today we are joined by Bryce Kahari (he/him) — a facilitator, storyteller, and public health leader dedicated to strengthening communities and advancing equity.
Bryce serves as Cancer Program Manager at The Center for Black Health & Equity, where he leads initiatives focused on cancer prevention and advancing equitable health outcomes. His work has spanned tobacco control, substance use, LGBTQI+ health, racial equity, and youth engagement — all grounded in a deep commitment to advocacy and community empowerment. Bryce was recognized as National Youth Advocate of the Year by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, reflecting a long-standing commitment to creating meaningful change.
In our conversation, Bryce shares insight on what it takes to move from awareness to action, the critical role equity plays in public health, and how advocacy and storytelling can help transform communities.
This is a thoughtful dialogue about leadership, impact, and the responsibility we all share in building a more just and healthier future.
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Fri, 30 Jan 2026 - 54min - 52 - Create Your Own Happiness — Featuring Dr. Kiki Ramsey
Welcome back to We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, and welcome to 2026.
We kick off the new season of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing with Dr. Kiki Ramsey, PhD, MCC, Positive Psychologist, Career Coach, Forbes contributor, author, and CEO of the Positive Psychology Coaching & Diversity Institute (PPCaDI).
Dr. Kiki joins us to unpack purpose, courage, belonging, and what it really means to thrive at work without losing yourself. Drawing on 15+ years of research and coaching, she shares insights on resilience, inclusive leadership, and her Positively Diverse Leadership framework—offering practical tools to move from survival to sustainable well-being.
This is the refresh you need to kick off your year. Listen now and start the shift from surviving to thriving.
Connect with Dr. Kiki:
Websites:
www.kikiramsey.comwww.ppcadi.comSocial Media:
Facebook: @drkikiramseyLinkedIn: @drkikiramseyInstagram: @drkikiramseyUpcoming Events:
Thrive26 Women’s Conference: July 10–12, 2026, at the Marriott Northeast/Emory Area (2000 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30345). Registration details are coming soon.
Thrive Society:a free community of ambitious women focused on growth, accountability, sisterhood, and mentorship.
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Fri, 16 Jan 2026 - 58min - 51 - Unmasked: Healing Identity for Relationships — Featuring Carrington Brown
For our Season 5 finale, we sit down with the wise and wonderfully candid Carrington Brown, Licensed Therapist and Relationship Coach; to explore the real reasons we show up the way we do in relationships. Whether you’re married, divorced, dating, or preparing yourself for the partnership you want, this conversation offers the kind of clarity that shifts how you see yourself and the people you choose.
Carrington opens the door to the patterns we inherit, the wounds we carry, and the expectations we never learned to name. Together, we unpack why some marriages unravel long before therapy starts, how to recognize misalignment early, and what it takes to build relationships rooted in emotional honesty instead of habit.
This episode is part laughter, part revelation, and entirely an invitation to choose better for yourself. A beautiful close to Season 5.
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https://www.thecarringtonbrown.com
https://healtexas.clientsecure.me
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Fri, 12 Dec 2025 - 59min - 50 - Money, Mindset & Healing: Steven M. Hughes on Rewiring Your Financial Life
In this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we sit down with Steven M. Hughes—Financial Therapist, Certified Financial Behavior Specialist®, and Reiki Master Teacherto unpack how we think, feel, and behave with money.
We explore the emotional and energetic roots of financial habits, including:
✨ Becoming a financial faucet for your family
✨ Navigating the tension between scarcity fears and YOLO spending
✨ Building your “fun fund” without guilt
✨ Why budgets fail without healing behavior underneathSteven shares compelling client success stories illustrating the power of blending financial psychology, behavioral finance, and Reiki energy work to create lasting transformation.
A nationally recognized money expert, Steven serves as the on-air financial specialist for CBS-WLTX, has appeared on CNBC Your Money and CBS Money Watch, and partners with major brands like Google, Airbnb, and ABC News. He also equips campuses—including the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Pittsburghto help students, faculty, and employees build clarity, confidence, and control over their finances.
If you want practical strategies to heal your money mindset, shift your relationship with abundance, and take ownership of your financial journey, this conversation is for you.
Tune in for tools, truth-telling, and a refreshed way of thinking about wealth, worth, and wellness.
Want to bring Steven to your college or company? Contact him at: https://stevenmhughes.com/speaking/
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Fri, 05 Dec 2025 - 54min - 49 - Social Capital as Care: Harold Hughes on Black Founders, Community, and Collective Growth
In this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we sit down with Harold Hughes, Founder & CEO of NFNTE Capital and the truest definition of a modern-day multihyphenate.
With nearly two decades of experience in business development and operations, Harold has raised over $5M for his venture-backed startup, supported brands like Pepsi and LIFEWTR, and continues to build spaces where community and innovation meet.
Together, we explore:
The intersection of social well-being and social capital
The unique challenges Black founders face in cultivating networks of support
What it means to invest not just as a business strategy, but as an act of care
Beyond business, Harold is a community builder, author, educator, dad, and mental health advocate. He shares powerful lessons from his own journey on leadership, purpose, and legacy—and what it looks like to build something that outlives you.
If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, Black excellence, or the power of community, this conversation will leave you inspired and challenged in all the right ways.
Connect with Harold Hughes:
NFNTE Capital – NFNTE Capital
LinkedIn – Harold Hughes
Instagram – @haroldphConnect with the hosts:
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Fri, 05 Dec 2025 - 54min - 48 - Healing Black Love: Breaking Cycles, Building Safety, and Loving Intentionally with Dr. Alicia Watkins
If you’re ready to transform the way you love, this episode is your invitation.
We sit down with Dr. Alicia Watkins, PhD, LCSW,renowned relationship therapist, educator, and national leader in the emotional and spiritual healing of Black relationships.
With honesty and clinical depth, Dr. Alicia breaks down why so many of us repeat painful relationship patterns and why safety, vulnerability, and intentionality are so hard to access. Together, we explore:
✨ Hidden trauma cycles
✨ Attachment wounds and emotional triggers
✨ Communication breakdowns
✨ Ego work and accountability
✨ Boundaries, healing, and intimacyThis conversation is for anyone who has ever wondered:
“Why do I keep choosing the same partners?”
“Why don’t I feel seen or understood?”
“How do I build love that feels safe?”Dr. Alicia offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools for healing deep emotional wounds, cultivating intimacy, and designing relationships with purpose.
Whether you are dating, married, recovering from heartbreak, or learning to love yourself first—this episode reminds you that healed people love differently.
Tune in, breathe deep, and let this be your starting point toward the love you deserve.
Learn more about Dr. Alicia’s work and offerings:
Instagram: @coachingwithdralicia
Courses & resources: coachingwithdralicia.teachable.com
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Fri, 05 Dec 2025 - 53min - 47 - Mindful Love for Modern Relationships — Featuring Dr. Alicia Watkins
If you’re ready to transform the way you love, this episode is your invitation.
We sit down with Dr. Alicia Watkins, PhD, LCSW—renowned relationship therapist and national leader in the emotional and spiritual healing of Black relationships. With honesty and clinical depth, Dr. Alicia breaks down the real barriers to healthy romantic connections: trauma patterns, communication breakdowns, attachment wounds, ego work, and boundaries.
This conversation speaks to anyone who has ever wondered why they repeat the same relationship cycles or struggle to feel safe, seen, and understood. Dr. Alicia offers clarity, compassion, and practical tools to help you build deeper intimacy and love more intentionally.
Learn more about Dr. Alicia’s work and offerings:
Instagram: @coachingwithdralicia
Courses & resources: coachingwithdralicia.teachable.comConnect with the hosts:
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Fri, 28 Nov 2025 - 54min - 46 - NFNTE Capital — Featuring Harold Hughes
In this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we sit down with Harold Hughes, Founder & CEO of NFNTE Capital and the truest definition of a modern-day multihyphenate. With nearly two decades of experience in business development and operations, Harold has raised over $5M for his venture-backed startup, supported brands like Pepsi and LIFEWTR, and continues to create spaces where community and innovation meet.
We explore the intersection of social well-being and social capital — how building authentic relationships can empower underserved communities, the unique challenges Black founders face in cultivating networks of support, and what it means to invest not just as a business strategy, but as an act of care.
Beyond business, Harold is a community builder, author, educator, dad, and mental health advocate, sharing lessons from his journey on leadership, purpose, and legacy.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about connection, purpose, and collective growth.
Connect with Harold Hughes:
NFNTE Capital NFNTE CAPITAL
LinkedIn Harold Hughes | LinkedIn
Instagram @haroldph
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Fri, 14 Nov 2025 - 55min - 45 - Transform Your Money Mindset — Featuring Steven M. Hughes
Join us as we talk with Steven M. Hughes, Financial Therapist, Certified Financial Behavior Specialist®, and Reiki Master Teacher, about unpacking our relationship with money and transforming financial habits. We explore topics like becoming a financial faucet for your family, navigating the tension between a scarcity mindset and YOLO spending, creating your “fun” fund, and sharing client success stories from Steven that showcase the power of blending financial psychology, behavioral finance, and Reiki energy healing.
A recognized financial expert, Steven serves as the on-air money specialist for CBS-WLTX and has appeared on CNBC Your Money and CBS Money Watch. He has partnered with leading brands such as Google, Airbnb, and ABC News, as well as universities including the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Pittsburgh, helping students, faculty, and employees gain clarity, confidence, and control over their finances.
Tune in for practical strategies to build financial wellness, shift your mindset, and take control of your money journey.
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Fri, 31 Oct 2025 - 55min - 44 - Essence Moore: Thee Skin Boss
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We’re joined today by Essence Moore, licensed esthetician,founder of AraxEssence, and owner of Lineage Studio NYC. With over a decade of experience, has dedicated her career to empowering others through safe, informed self-care. Essence brings her passion for holistic skincare and deep expertise in treating and celebrating Black skin to the conversation. Weexplore not only the science and artistry behind skincare but also how cultural standards of beauty impact self-perception and self-care.
Together, we discuss challenging harmful beauty myths,understanding melanin-rich skin and creating intentional spaces where skincare becomes both empowerment and restoration. Essence shares how her work helps clients reconnect with their skin — and their lineage — while redefining what beauty truly means.
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Fri, 17 Oct 2025 - 36min - 43 - Dr. Sarah Webb: Colorism Healing
Today, we sit down with Dr. Sarah Webb, founder of Colorism Healingand a global leader in the fight to end colorism.
Dr. Sarah has dedicated her career to addressing the deep impacts of colorism—bias and discrimination based on skin tone—through education, creativity, and healing. Her work stretches across continents, from teaching college courses and publishing books to hosting international writing contests, leading workshops and retreats, coaching clients, and mentoring students worldwide.
With features on Fox Soul TV, Forbes, TEDx, MTV, and NPR, Dr. Sarah has used her voice and platform to amplify the urgent need for healing and equity while helping individuals and communities reclaim their power and self-worth.
In this episode, we explore her journey, the mission of Colorism Healing, and the strategies she’s developed to challenge systemic bias while building spaces rooted in joy, empowerment, and community.
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Fri, 03 Oct 2025 - 1h 03min - 42 - Darian Aaron: GLAAD Down South
In this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, wewelcome Darian Aaron—a multi-award-winning journalist, newsroom leader, and narrative shifter with nearly two decades of experience.
As the Director of Local News: US South at GLAAD and founder of GLAAD Down South, Darian is leading the fight to amplify Black queer voices and confront some of today’s most urgent battles—discriminatory laws in the South, harmful media narratives, and the erasure of LGBTQ people of color.
Darian’s impact also extends through interviews with cultural icons including Billy Porter, Lena Waithe, Uzo Aduba, and Wanda Sykes—further proof of his undeniable influence on media and culture. From making history as the first African-American Editor-in-Chief of Georgia Voice to earning national recognition for his storytelling, Darian’s career is a testament to the power of representation.
Tune in for a powerful conversation on advocacy, visibility, and healing—and join us in amplifying the voices that matter most.
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GLAAD Resource: GLAAD Media Reference Guide 11th Edition
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Content warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. "Ifyou or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact safety teams at the social media company . They have processes to reach out to connect the person with the help they need."
Fri, 19 Sep 2025 - 38min - 41 - Dr. Shanéa Thomas: Death, Identity, and Inclusive Healing
Content warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. "If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact safety teams at the social media company . They have processes to reach out to connect the person with the help they need."
In this episode of We’re Not OK: A Community of Healing, we sit down with Dr. Shanéa Thomas, Ed.D, LICSW (He/She/Dr.), a bold lecturer, seasoned scholar-practitioner, and LGBTQ+ training specialist with over 20 years of clinical social work experience.
Through his organization, Thomas Consulting and Therapeutic Services, Dr. Thomas trains and strategizes withsocial workers, educators, and service providers to create safer therapeutic, educational, and workplace spaces — especially for BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. He has facilitated over 120 workshops on diversity, equity, and inclusion, grief and loss, mental health, sex and gender, and LGBTQIA+ populations.
Dr. Thomas shares insights on the intersections of death, identity, and healing, exploring how grief,suicide prevention, and inclusive care are shaped by gender, sexuality, and marginalized identities. He also draws on his TEDx talk, “Everybody Feels Sad”, discussing mental health, grief, and the universality of human emotion.
This conversation offers powerful guidance for anyone seeking to understand grief, support healing, andhonor identity in times of loss, while centering marginalized voices and creating inclusive spaces.
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Thu, 04 Sep 2025 - 54min - 40 - Dr. Pamela Buchanan-Strong Medicine: Breaking Emotional Flatline
Content warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. "If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact safety teams at the social media company . They have processes to reach out to connect the person with the help they need."
This week, we sat down with Dr. Pamela Buchanan, the visionary behind Strong Medicine, to examine the often-unspoken toll that stress and mental health challenges take on healthcare professionals—especially those working in the ER. Together, we explore the silent crisis facing those on the frontlines of care and what it truly means to reclaim wellness, resilience, and balance in demanding environments.
With a mission to empower physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and women leaders, Dr. Buchanan guides others to master stress, discover their purpose, and create lives rooted in health, wealth, and fulfillment. Through her signature programs and coaching, she helps women heal from within, prevent disease, and thrive with clarity, confidence, and conviction.
This conversation challenges us to rethink how we care for ourselves, especially those on the frontlines of care.
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Fri, 22 Aug 2025 - 48min - 39 - Dr. Alford Young, Jr. Redefining Strength: Black Masculinity in Focus
We’re Back – Welcome to Season 5!
In the season opener, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with Dr. Alford Young Jr.—University of Michigan professor and founding director of The Scholars Network on Masculinity and the Well-Being of African American Men—to explore the complexities of Black male identity.
Together, they unpack the burdens, expectations, and societal pressures that shape how Black masculinity is perceived and lived. From emotional repression to distorted public narratives, the conversation examines how these forces impact mental health, relationships, and self-worth. Dr. Young offers powerful insight into how healing begins—not just through research, but through honest, community-centered dialogue.
Fri, 08 Aug 2025 - 59min - 38 - Dr. Shawntal Brown: What to Expect When Expecting a DEI Layoff
Welcome to the Season 4 Finale!
Today, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with Dr. Shawntal Z. Brown, a seasoned higher education professional and DEI advocate, to discuss the emotional and professional challenges faced by DEI practitioners amid increasing institutional pushback.
Shawntal shares insights from her article, "What to Expect When Expecting a DEI Layoff," where she candidly reflects on her own experience of being laid off due to anti-DEI legislation. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, community support, and resilience during such transitions. The conversation delves into the broader implications of these layoffs on the higher education landscape and the ongoing fight for inclusive excellence.
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Fri, 30 May 2025 - 37min - 37 - Amanda Hollowell: Color of Change
In this powerful episode, host Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart sit down with Amanda Hollowell, Interim Chief of Campaigns at Color of Change—the nation’s largest online racial justice organization. With a career rooted in organizing, advocacy, and bold leadership, Amanda shares how she and her team are pushing campaigns that hold power to account and create lasting change for Black communities.
From her early days with 9to5 Georgia to national impact with When We All Vote, Amanda’s journey reflects the heart of grassroots power meeting policy. We also talk about motherhood, legacy, and what it truly means to lead with purpose in a world that often resists justice.
This conversation will leave you charged up and ready to take action, offering both inspiration and practical insight on how to step into the fight for equity with intention and impact.
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Fri, 16 May 2025 - 37min - 36 - Jane Dunhamn: The National Black Disability Coalition (NBDC)
Get ready for an eye-opening, honest, and inspiring conversation with Jane Dunhamn—founder and Director of the National Black Disability Coalition (NBDC)and a trailblazer in Black disability advocacy with over 50 years of experience.
Speaking with hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart, Ms. Dunhamn breaks down the big issues: ableism, the myths we believe about disability, how households respond to disabled family members, and what real inclusion actually looks like. Together, we talk about why disability justice matters, how race and disability intersect, and what all of us can do to better show up for disabled communities.
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Fri, 02 May 2025 - 50min - 35 - Dr. Russell J. Ledet: The 15 White Coats
Hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are talking lab coats, legacy and breaking all the ceilings with the brilliant Dr. Russell J. Ledet - co-founder and president of The 15 White Coats. In a journey from US Navy Veteran to Security Guard to a trailblazing, triple-boarded physician, Dr. Ledet is rewriting what success looks like in medicine.
In this episode, we talk about disrupting the status quo, why representation in the white coats matters for Black health outcomes, and how he's opening the doors for the next generation of Black excellence in medicine.
You'll leave this convo feeling inspired, empowered and reassured that "they not like us".
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Fri, 11 Apr 2025 - 55min - 34 - Dr. Anica: Race (+) Positive
Today's episode is a mini reunion, as hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Dr. Anica Mulzac.
Creator/Founder of Race (+) Positive, LLC, Dr. Anica also contributed the chapter "Preserving the Mental Health of Black and Brown Professors in Academia" to their 2022 book, "We're Not OK: Black Faculty Experiences and Higher Education Strategies".
Dr. Anica is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in human behavior and group dynamics. As the Executive Clinical Director and Provost at Resilience Lab, Dr. Anica spearheads the development and expansion of the Resilience Institute, a learning platform for professional staff. She combines her passion for Race + Diversity with years of clinical training, research, and experience to help leaders and educators dismantle all expressions of racism, prejudice, and bias in their unique spheres of influence.
Join us as we welcome Dr. Anica to the stage.Website: www.doctoranica.com
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Fri, 28 Mar 2025 - 49min - 33 - Rochelle Rawls & Girsea Martínez Rosas: Baddies in Tech
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen welcome Rochelle Rawls and Girsea Martínez Rosas to the We're Not OK stage, both members of the Baddies in Tech community,
Rochelle Rawls is a highly regarded Diversity Talent Attraction Partner and community-recognized dot connector, and has been recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top Recruiting Voices. With an impactful career spanning over five years in recruitment, Rochelle has made significant contributions to diversifying the tech and healthcare industries, with a focus on creating inclusive opportunities for underrepresented communities. Her expertise lies in navigating the complexities of tech recruitment, where she has played a pivotal role in dispelling misconceptions and providing valuable information about career pathways in the sector.
She is accompanied by Girsea Martinez Rosas, who has a decade of experience spanning technology, academia, and progressive advocacy, specializing in leveraging research to craft stories that energize people to change the world. Whether it’s working with educators to develop engaging digital learning tools or partnering with social justice organizations to amplify marginalized voices through technology, she consistently uses her research expertise to bridge gaps and create meaningful connections between organizations and the communities they most value.Fri, 14 Mar 2025 - 56min - 32 - Dr. Dwayne L. Buckingham: The Empathy and Resilience (E.R.) Doctor
Today, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Dr. Dwayne L. Buckingham, affectionately known as the Empathy and Resilience (E.R.) Doctor. Author of 24 self-help books and producer of four documentaries, Dr. Buckingham is a board-certified licensed clinical psychotherapist, ICF Professional Certified Coach, retired decorated veteran, CEO of Buckingham Consulting Group, LLC, and director of Buckingham Coaching Academy. His 25 years of clinical experience and 22 years of military training have enabled him to serve individuals from all walks of life and consult with organizations with diverse staff and customers.
Dr. Buckingham has been featured as a mental health expert, entrepreneur, consultant, and certified life and executive coach on NBC, ABC, Fox 2 News, ESSENCE, The CW 11, The Daily Drum, Huffington Post, and numerous other media outlets.
For more information about Dr. Buckingham, please visit www.buckinghamcgroup.com
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Fri, 28 Feb 2025 - 35min - 31 - Drs. Jenn Wells & Marissiko Wheaton Greer: Black Woman Employee Lifecycle
Today, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Drs. Jenn Wells and Marissiko Wheaton Greer, co-authors of the Black Woman Employee Lifecycle.
Dr. Wells is an accomplished leader in organizational change and diversity, equity, and inclusion, with almost two decades of experience driving transformative initiatives across educational environments. Her work is centered on dismantling systemic barriers and fostering cultures of belonging and equity in organizations. where everyone can thrive. Jenn is passionate about creating sustainable change within organizations, ensuring that DEI is seamlessly integrated into their strategic vision and operations.
Dr. Wheaton-Greer is an award-winning DEI practitioner, educator, and researcher, committed to liberation through a process of abolition, reparations and decolonization. With over 15 years of experience in DEI facilitation, project management, recruitment and retention, Marissiko combines hands-on expertise with a research driven approach. Her research and practice specialize in equity-oriented leadership, identity development and organizational capacity-building.
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Fri, 14 Feb 2025 - 54min - 30 - Tahitia Timmons: Conscious By Us
Today, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart are joined by Tahitia Timmons, who owns and leads, Conscious By Us, LLC., a Small, Black, and Queer Woman Owned Business, which focuses on DEI and improving health equity through coaching, SME consulting, DEI Content reviews, and speaking events. With nearly 20 years of experience working with organizations and individuals, developing, and presenting inclusive content, Tahitia follows a transformational coaching method, geared towards creating psychological safety, cultural humility, and integrates concepts of belonging and engagement in her coaching practice. Tahitia also hosts her podcast, Health Equity 52, interviewing guests from a variety of backgrounds that directly or indirectly improve people’s health by creating a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable world.
When she is not coaching, creating content, speaking, volunteering, or podcast hosting, you’ll find Tahitia spending time with her family, including one anxious dog, and a very bossy cat.Connect with us:
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Fri, 31 Jan 2025 - 51min - 29 - Antwan Daniels & Dr. Tremayne Waller: Black Men in STEM Education
WELCOME BACK - A New Year, New Season AND New Episode! In the debut of season 4, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Professor Antwan Daniels and Dr. Tremayne O. Waller. Professor Daniels is a profound science educator who has taught community college chemistry for over 11 years, striving to elevate learners by activating science awareness and positive change in our healthcare service communities. Dr. Waller serves as the Director of Graduate Student Programs at Virginia Tech, where he dedicates his efforts to fostering the recruitment, retention, and advancement of graduate scholars, particularly those hailing from historically underrepresented backgrounds in engineering.
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Fri, 17 Jan 2025 - 53min - 28 - Autumn Walker: The Soul Reasons LLC
In the season 3 closer, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allenare joined by Mental Health Therapist Autumn Walker. Founder of The Soul Reasons LLC, a call to action against the racial injustice that plagues society today, Autumn envisions a world where Black women are dismantling systemic oppression by actively pursuing their life’s purpose.
With eight years of thriving in the Human Services industry, joining over 700 clients on their journeys to wellness and self-actualization, Autumn focuses her passion on empowering Black women to overcome impostor syndrome to build self-confidence and fulfill their purpose driven goals and mission driven organizations to foster well-being in their communities.
Fri, 13 Dec 2024 - 46min - 27 - Shenequa Golding: A Black Girl in the Middle
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Shenequa Golding, author of the 2024 title Black Girl in the Middle: Essays on (Allegedly) Figuring it All Out. Golding is a writer and an editor whose work focuses on race, gender, popular culture, and entertainment. Earning a degree in print journalism from Hampton University, Golding began her career for a small newspaper owned by the Chicago Sun-Times. A native New Yorker, Golding returned to her roots as an entertainment writer. Her work, both on-camera and in print, has appeared in prominent Black publications such as Vibe and Essence, as well as mainstream outlets, including Complex, the Associated Press, BBC, and Vanity Fair. Her essay, “Maintaining Professionalism in The Age of Black Death is . . . A Lot,” published on Medium in May 2020, has received 990K views to date. When not writing, Shenequa can be found watching The Golden Girls reruns, listening to her favorite true crime podcast, or geeking out whenever someone compliments her nails knowing they’re press-ons from Walgreens.
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Fri, 29 Nov 2024 - 45min - 26 - Sharif El-Mekki: Center for Black Educator Development
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Sharif El-Mekki. Founder and CEO of the Center for Black Educator Development, the Center exists to ensure there will be equity in the recruiting, training, hiring, and retention of quality educators that reflect the cultural backgrounds and share common socio-political interests of the students they serve. El-Mekki has been recognized by President Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey for his school, Mastery Charter Shoemaker, which has been awarded the prestigious EPIC award for three consecutive years as being amongst the top three schools in the country for accelerating students’ achievement levels. The Shoemaker Campus was also recognized as one of the top ten middle school and top ten high schools in the state of Pennsylvania for accelerating the achievement levels of African-American students. Instagram @centerblacked and @fellowshipbmec
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Fri, 15 Nov 2024 - 55min - 25 - Paulette Granberry Russell: NADOHE
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Paulette Granberry Russell, president of National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education (NADOHE). A leading national voice on issues related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice, Russell's research interests include gender equity in STEM, campus culture and its impact on marginalized communities. With over 20 years advising on diversity and inclusion efforts, her passion is in dismantling structural racism to create more equitable experiences for faculty, students and staff of color.
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Fri, 01 Nov 2024 - 48min - 24 - Danielle Mitchell: Black Women in Clinical Research
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Danielle Mitchell, founder and CEO of Black Women in Clinical Research (BWICR). Recognized by Black Health Connect’s 40 under 40 for 2024, Mitchell has established influential relationships with key stakeholders, such as the White House, the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP), and the Diversity Network. BWICR provides access to resources, tools, and networks that empower, educate, and help Black women, men, and minorities thrive in the clinical research industry.
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Fri, 18 Oct 2024 - 37min - 23 - Tequila M. Johnson: The Equity Alliance
Hosts Justin Stewartand Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Tequila Johnson, co-founder and CEO of The Equity Alliance, whose mission is to build independent Black political and economic power through educating, empowering, and mobilizing Black people to take action and keep our government in check. Known as “Ms. Solutionary” and the “Mouth of the South,” Johnson spearheads initiatives to empower marginalized communities through economic opportunities and civic engagement that amplify the voices of those facing injustice.
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Fri, 04 Oct 2024 - 33min - 22 - Jordan Scott & Brittany Hanani: Black People Die by Suicide Too
Content warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide. "If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 (para ayuda en español, llame al 988). The Lifeline provides 24-hour, confidential support to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call 911 in life-threatening situations. If you are worried about a friend’s social media updates, you can contact safety teams at the social media company . They have processes to reach out to connect the person with the help they need."
Hosts Justin Stewartand Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Black People Die By Suicide Too [BPDBST]. Initially conceived as a podcast, BPDBST is an organization with a vision to end suicide in the Black community, dedicated to normalizing the conversation about suicide through education and resources that instill hope in Black people suffering from mental health conditions. Jordan Scottserves as the community outreach/peer support manager, co-founder, and board member. Brittany Hanani is a dedicated advocate, therapist, and board President.
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Fri, 20 Sep 2024 - 1h 00min - 21 - Dr. Riana Elyse Anderson - Stress to Strength: RACE Space, Inc.
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Riana Elyse Anderson. A proud Detroit native, Dr. Anderson is the developer and director of the EMBRace (Engaging, Managing, and Bonding through Race) intervention and CEO and Founder of RACE Space Inc. supporting young people of color as they learn about, navigate and overcome racism. Her mission is to facilitate healing in Black families with practical applications of her research and clinical services to reduce racial stress and heal from racial trauma.
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Fri, 06 Sep 2024 - 30min - 20 - Dr. Courtney McCluney: The Art of Work-Life Balance
As the summer winds down, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Courtney L. McCluney. A Lady of Leisure recovering from cycles of burnout and overwork, Dr. Courtney uses her platforms to provide insights on the essential need for rest and recovery in our lives, illustrated through her literary contributions in Chief, Forbes and Harvard Business Review. As the Founder and Principal of EquiWell Partners™, a consulting advisory firm, she advocates equity and wellness at work through policy change and strategic consulting.
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Fri, 23 Aug 2024 - 47min - 19 - Damon Rawls: #BuyBlack
In the season 3 opener, hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Damon Rawls. Newly appointed as the Knox County Commissioner for District 1 of Knoxville, TN, Rawls is a highly accomplished digital marketing strategist, entrepreneur, and community leader with a passion for helping small businesses succeed. Founder of the Knoxville Black Business Directory (KBBD), Damon works tirelessly to support his community through business development, school board advocacy and affordable housing.
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Fri, 09 Aug 2024 - 43min - 18 - Season 2 Reflections: Dr. Antija Allen & Justin Stewart
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen discuss their second season. Listen in and be moved to laughter at some times and tears at others. They reflect on their guests, common themes, how they have evolved, and engage in candid conversation about the podcast itself. From politics to poetry, DEI to mental health, and everything in between--this is an episode you won't want to miss.
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Fri, 26 Jul 2024 - 55min - 17 - Dr. Adia Harvey Wingfield: The Gray Areas of DEI
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Adia Harvey Wingfield. Inspired by her 2023 book, “Gray Areas: How the Way We Work Perpetuates Racism and What We Can Do to Fix It”, our discussion examines creating an inclusive organizational culture in the wake of many companies backtracking on their advocacy for DEI. We tackle the impacts to Black professionals, and how organizations can reshape hiring and advancement to combat inequality.
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Fri, 28 Jun 2024 - 38min - 16 - Dr. Frank C. Worrell: Am I Good Enough?
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Frank C. Worrell, Distinguished Professor in the School of Education at UC Berkeley. A man of many titles who has been honored with numerous awards and accolades, his areas of expertise include at-risk youth, teaching effectiveness and academic talent development/gifted education. Together, we explore a myriad of topics such as the importance of cultural identities, his 2022 presidency with the American Psychological Association (APA), and current disparities in education impact Black students.
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Sat, 15 Jun 2024 - 56min - 15 - Dr. Tiffany Galvin Green: Inclusive Conversations Toolkit
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Tiffany Galvin Green, VP of DE&I Strategies and Education at Exponential Talent LLC.
Key Topics: Inclusion Conversation Cards; The Nature of the Cards; How they Help Initiate Conversations About Inclusion Between Leaders, Managers, and Other Employees; and How Organizations Can Utilize Metrics to Measure the Success of Inclusive Programs.
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Fri, 31 May 2024 - 41min - 14 - Dr. June Parks: Well-Being and Resilience
HostsJustin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allenare joined by Dr. June Parks.June Parks, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist, higher education consultant, speaker, lecturer, and youth empowerment specialist who shows young people, and the professionals who provide services to them, how to obtain mental wellness and resilience.
Key Episode Topics:
Unpacking Resiliency
Play Therapy
The Bullying of Dr. Claudine Gay
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Fri, 17 May 2024 - 30min - 13 - Tasha Cole: Your Voice Makes the Difference
HostsJustin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allenare joined by Tasha Cole--the inaugural Deputy Executive Director and Chief Diversity Officer for theDemocratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC). Through her vast experience working on presidential campaigns, political conventions, statewide ballot initiatives and as deputy campaign manager for a U.S. Senate campaign in Florida, they unpack topics including her participation in this year’sPower Rising Summit, anti-DEI legislation, the need for safe spaces, and the 2024 election.
Tasha Cole is a transformational leader when it comes to the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in Democratic politics. Her distinct professional pedigree is informed by a dynamic career as a journalist, campaign operative, senior advisor and chief of staff to members of Congress, fundraiser, and organization leader. She’s a graduate of the famed HBCU, Florida A&M University, and a member of the historic Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Taken together, her life’s experience means she is particularly adept at solving intractable problems, bringing people together, and leading with empathy.
As the DCCC’s Deputy Executive Director for Stakeholder Engagement and Chief Diversity Officer, the first person in the committee's history to hold the role, she’s brought her prolific experiences to bear. Her leadership has been acknowledged in the expansion of work including managing the Committee’s involvement with some of its most critical stakeholders that support and guide the Committee’s work including Members of Congress and Partners and Allies.
Cole understands the value of increasing cultural competency and has worked to inform how it is applied across the organization, such as polling and analytics to engage distinct voter audiences. She and her team have developed training for the workforce on issues ranging from racial justice to mitigating bias in the workplace. Under her leadership the creation of new accountability mechanisms have been implemented allowing the committee to track its progress and be held to account for its performance going forward.
Her successful leadership means the committee spent more than $30 million with people of color owned and led firms during the 2020 and 2022 cycle – up from $700,000 in 2014. The committee achieved nearly 50% people of color and more than 50% women identifying staff at the committee. It’s also expanded its data tracking mechanisms to include additional identities, such as LGBTQ+ and the disability community.
Cole’s leadership has been celebrated in national media outlets, led to new partnerships with third-party allies and new vendor relationships. The DCCC’s approach to DEI is being adopted and replicated by other Democratic party structures and progressive organizations in the Democratic ecosystem. Her transformational leadership means House Democrats are building, training, and investing in diverse professionals, systems and organizations – shaping the face of politics for the next generation.
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Fri, 03 May 2024 - 41min - 12 - Dr. Tyrone Howard: A Call to Action
HostsJustin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Tyrone Howard--President of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and professor of education in the School of Education and Information Studies (SEIS) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
Key Episode Topics:
AERA's Annual Meeting Black Male Institute College Enrollment of Black Males Recommendations for promoting inclusion for students.Tyrone Howardis president of the American Educational Research Association (AERA) and professor of education in the School of Education and Information Studies (SEIS) at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).
In addition to being the Pritzker Family Endowed Chair at SEIS, Howard is the director of the UCLA Pritzker Center for Strengthening Children and Families and director of the UCLA Center for the Transformation of Schools. A former elementary and high school teacher, Howard translates research into practice in his professional learning work with thousands of P–12 educators across the United States and several other countries each year. His research focuses on the sociology of schools, teacher education, the education of Black boys, urban education, and educational equity.
Howard has published several books including Why Race and Culture Matter in Schools: Closing the Achievement Gap in America’s Classrooms and Expanding College Access for Urban Youth: What Schools and Colleges Can Do. He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and other academic publications, included in publications such as Review of Research in Education, Journal of Teacher Education, Teachers College Record, and Journal of Higher Education. He has been featured or quoted by the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, CNN, Education Week, and more.Most recent books:
All Students Must Thrive: Transforming Schools to Combat Toxic Stressors and Cultivate Critical Wellness (2019). Rexford, NY: International Center For Leadership in Education.
No More Teaching Without Positive Relationships (2020). Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann.
Why Race and Culture Matter in Schools: Closing the Achievement Gap in America's Classrooms (2nd Edition).(2020). New York: Teachers College Press
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Fri, 19 Apr 2024 - 44min - 11 - Dr. Howard Stevenson: Telling Your Story
HostsJustin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Howard Stevenson--a professor, researcher, activist, and top university-based scholar.
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TheRacial Empowerment Collaborative Confrontation not retaliation Trauma Racial literacy-based interventions Helping children, families, and professionals confront microaggressions and heal from racial hate.Connect with us:
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Thu, 04 Apr 2024 - 40min - 10 - Dr. Wendi Williams: She Been Ready
Hosts,Dr. Antija AllenandJustin Stewartare joined by psychologist, educator, and advocate--Dr. Wendi Williams@drwendiwilliams.
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Black Women's Liberatory Leadership (BWeLL) Praxis Her podcast, She (Been) Ready Black Women at Work Solidarity and Leadership Among Women How Institutions Utilize Women in the WorkplaceConnect with us:
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Fri, 22 Mar 2024 - 49min - 9 - Dr. Rassheedah Watts: Say Her Name
Hosts Justin Stewart and Dr. Antija Allen are joined by Dr. Rassheedah “Eda” Watts. The “Inclusive Community Architect”, Dr. Eda is an activator, helping organizations and individuals build capacity for stronger communities. We take a dive into the parallels of Anti-DEI and Anti-Racism, “Academic Black Table Talk”, her 2023 title “Black Womb Dialogues” and more. Natasha McKenna, Breonna Taylor, Alberta Spruill, Rekia Boyd, Sandra Bland, Korryn Gaines and so many more Black women that were taken prematurely. Some of these you may be familiar with, others you will hear thir names for the first time. #sayhername
Our discussion includes:
-Academic Black Table Talk
-National Day of Racial Healing
-Unpacking Anti-Racism and Inclusion
- Her Book "Black Womb Dialogues"
-"Say Her Name"Connect with us:
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Fri, 08 Mar 2024 - 50min - 8 - Jaylene Clark Owens: My Voice, My Choice
In the 3rd episode of Season 2 , Antija Allen @antijaallen & Justin Stewart take a step outside of higher education and have a joyful and lively conversation with acclaimed poet, actress, and viral sensation--Jaylene Clark Owens. Among many other topics, they unpack identity, authenticity, code switching,the CROWN act, and Harlem, NY. The discussion also centers around her groundbreaking poems, "My Voice, My Choice,"and "A Black Girl and her Hair-EP."
Jaylene Clark Owens is a vibrant and imaginative soul hailing from Harlem, NY and currently finding her creative groove in the Greater Philadelphia Region. She is an AUDELCO and Barrymore Award winning actress, as well as a highly acclaimed poet. Jaylene's magnetic presence has graced the stage, film, and television. She is the recipient of the 2019 F. Otto Haas Award for an Emerging Philadelphia Theatre Artist. Currently, you can catch Jaylene in the role of Rosie, on the new PBS Kids TV show, "Albie's Elevator." Jaylene is the visionary behind the viral sensation, "A Black Girl and Her Braids," a captivating poetic celebration of Black Women. You can find more of her poetry in her debut book of poetry, "AfroPoetic.” Jaylene also co-hosts the joy-forward Arts & Culture podcast, #PoppaPank. For more information visit JayleneClarkOwens.com.
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Fri, 23 Feb 2024 - 49min - 7 - Dr. Ed Garnes: From Afros to Shelltoes
Hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin Stewart have a lively conversation with Dr. Ed Garnes. They discuss Black psychology, healing, From Afros to Shelltoes, Reclamation Point Black Men & Mental Health Podcast that he hosts with Moetown Lee, and so much more. You won't want to miss this episode that's filled with lessons and laughter. HOME — https://dredgarnes.com/
“Here is the significance of my dear brother Ed Garnes, Jr. and From Afros To Shelltoes’ Sweet Tea Ethics. There is no other group in Atlanta that can bring together such engaged, high quality, and substantial dialogue about the crucial issues facing not just the black community, but also American society. He writes well, works hard and revels in the life of the mind. Thank God for brother Ed Garnes, Jr”—Dr. Cornel West
Dr. Ed Garnes, founder of From Afros To Shelltoes, is one of America’s most dynamic therapists, educators, and life consultants. He works with clients of all levels, including global activists, Hollywood celebrities, best-selling writers, collegiate and professional athletes, and corporate leaders. With a scholar’s take on wellness, Garnes brings a quarter century of experience in creating life strategies for healing and success, as well as an uncanny ability to meet diverse clients wherever they are in their life span.
A doctoral internship trainee of Cal Berkeley, he holds a PhD (University of Tennessee), M.A. in Counseling (Michigan State University), M.A. in Psychology (University of Tennessee) and B.A. in English Writing (DePauw University). Garnes has worked extensively with diverse individuals and groups. He curates interventions keenly aware of the impact race, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, socioeconomic background, and disability status have on values, interests, and skills that directly impact academic, career, and psychosocial development. Intergenerational supporters champion his ability to channel his grandmother’s southern wisdom, observational humor, and sobering life lessons as an activist into practical strategies for personal development.
A respected educator, counselor, commentator, consultant, and activist in the areas of hip hop, Black identity, manhood, and popular culture, for his work with his community-based agency From Afros To Shelltoes, Garnes has appeared on the cover of Young Black Entrepreneur Magazine and on/in Black Enterprise Magazine, CNN’s Headline News, Sirius Radio, CBS Radio, and allhiphop.com. Garnes currently stars in the internationally acclaimed documentary film series Elementary Genocide, directed by Rahiem Shabazz. His national tour Sweet Tea Ethics has featured famed brothers Dr. Cornel West and Clifton West. Garnes also appears in BET’s acclaimed documentary Killer Curves, examining pop culture influences on Black women’s body image.
Dr. Garnes’ research and clinical interests include gendered racism towards Black men, racial perceptions of protest, career development among athletes, multicultural and social justice issues, mental health promotion and community outreach, and racial and ethnic identity development. His current dissertation research seeks to determine the impact of negative racial experiences on college satisfaction, resilience, assimilation, and mental health of Black men (athletes & non-athletes) at predominantly white institutions.
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Fri, 02 Feb 2024 - 39min - 6 - Dr. Sydney Freeman: The House is Burning
In the Season 2 opener, hosts @notokbookproject, Dr. Antija Allen & Justin T. Stewart, have a powerful conversation with Dr. Sydney Freeman, Jr. Inspired by Dr. Freeman’s 2022 article, “I’m Scared that I Have Mentored My People into a Burning House | Diverse: Issues In Higher Education (diverseeducation.com),”they take a deeper dive into his experiences in Higher Education, some of the challenges as a Black faculty member, and how he questions if he is leading the new generation of educators on the right path.
Dr. Sydney Freeman, Jr.is a full professor within the Leadership and Counseling Department at the University of Idaho. Dr. Freeman is the first Black (American Descendant of Slaves) man
promoted to the rank of full professor at the University of Idaho. He is a prolific author with nearly 100 publications to his credit and has lectured and presented at institutions such as
Harvard University, Oxford University (UK), Jerusalem College of Technology (Israel), and RMIT University Vietnam, Saigon. He is nationally and internationally recognized for his scholarship in multiple areas including Education, History, Black studies, and Religion.
Dr. Freeman was honored as one of the Accomplished Under 40 award recipients for 2020 by the Idaho Business Review. In 2021, Dr. Freeman gave and received the Barbara Townsend Lecture
and Award from the Association for the Study of Higher Education (ASHE). He is the founding director of the university’s Black History Research Lab and the recipient of the 2022 Carlos J. Vallejo Memorial Award for Exemplary Scholarship, awarded by the Multicultural/Multiethnic Education: Theory, Research and Practice group within the American Educational Research
Association (AERA). This past April, he was named one of the "Stellar 40 under 40” alumni of Oakwood University. In June, he received both the 2023 McInness/Ryan Mid-Career Leadership
award from the American Association of University Administrators and the Esto Perpetua Award from the Idaho State Historical Society for his scholarship related to preserving Black History. On September 8th, he will receive the 2023 American Association for State and Local History’s Excellence in Leadership in History award on behalf of the University of Idaho Black History Research Lab. He recently earned the distinguished title of Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (FRHistS) from the United Kingdom’s foremost professional association of historians and history. Under his leadership as the founder and director of the University of Idaho’s Black History Research Lab, the lab has received letters of commendation from the US Senate and the Governor of the State of Idaho. Dr. Freeman also received the Moscow, Idaho Sheikh Community Unity Award for 2023 which will include receiving a personal award from the mayor, his name will be engraved on the Award plaque in City Hall and on the rock in East City Park.Home - Dr. Sydney Freeman Jr. (drsydneyfreemanjr.com)
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Fri, 12 Jan 2024 - 41min - 5 - Season 1 Wrap-Up/Mailbag Episode
In this final episode of season 1, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, answer your questions, discuss their book We're Not OK, tell you what to expect from Season 2, and share their goals for 2024.
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Thu, 21 Dec 2023 - 47min - 4 - Dr. Nicholas Hartlep: Racial Battle Fatigue
In this episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Dr. Nicholas D. Hartlep to discuss his book," Racial Battle Fatigue in Faculty: Perspectives and Lessons from Higher Education (Diverse Faculty in the Academy)," the publishing process itself, his exciting upcoming projects, and other topics you won't want to miss.
Nicholas D. Hartlep (Ph.D., University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee) (He/Him/His)holds the Robert Charles Billings Endowed Chair in Education at Berea College, where he chairs the Education Studies Department. His research includes examinations of the model minority stereotype of Asian Americans, higher education leadership, teaching and transformation in urban educational settings, and the impact of neoliberalism on public P–20 education. He has published 24 books in the field of education over the course of his academic career, two of which were named Outstanding Books by the Society of Professors of Education.
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Mon, 11 Dec 2023 - 42min - 3 - Dr. Steven Hoffler: Black Tax and Burnout
In this episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Dr. Steven Hoffler for an in-depth discussion on Black Tax and its ties to burnout for Black faculty. Dr. Steven Hoffler is an Associate Professor and currently serves as the Assistant Chairperson in the Department of Social Work at Southern Connecticut State University, where he teaches in the undergraduate and graduate programs. At Southern, he served as the Co-Chairperson of the university’s inaugural Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Council and as an advisor to BROSE, aka, the Brotherhood of Scholarship and Excellence, in which he was awarded Advisor of the Year in 2019 for his service and outreach to young men of color pursuing higher education.
For the past few years, Dr. Hoffler has elevated his advocacy and consultation to addressing mental health issues and systemic racism in the criminal justice, child welfare, educational and healthcare systems and instituting restorative justice practices in these various
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Fri, 17 Nov 2023 - 44min - 2 - Dr. Hideko Sera: Affirmative Action in Higher Education
In this episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Dr. Hideko Sera who provided insight on how the supreme court's ruling on affirmative action has impacted higher education. Hideko Sera, PsyD, is director of Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (EIB) at Morehouse College.
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Fri, 27 Oct 2023 - 31min - 1 - Alison Rodriguez: The State of DEI in Higher Education
In their debut episode, hosts Dr. Antija Allen and Justin T. Stewart, sit down with Alison Rodriguez who provided insight on the current landscape of DEI, and the impacts if programming or initiatives are rolled back or eliminated in colleges and universities.
Alison Rodriguez is an actor, filmmaker and teacher focused on diversity and racial equity. She has worked at Bailiwick Repertory Theater, National Pastime Theater, and HealthWorks Theater. Her films have appeared in many festivals, including the Pan African Film Festival, San Francisco Black Film Festival, Black Harvest International Film Festival, and the Chicago International Children’s Film Festival. Having taught acting and directing classes at Columbia College for over twenty years, Alison is adept at guiding others to speak their truth, celebrate their differences, and create stories that reflect their vision.
Alison received her MS in Communication from Northwestern University and is a member of the Association of Northwestern University Women (ANUW), Northwestern’s Black Professionals Network (BPN) and the Northwestern University Black Alumni Association (NUBAA).
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