Therapy for Black Girls

The NATAL podcast, executive-produced and hosted by Gabrielle Horton and Martina Abrahams Ilunga, is an audio docuseries centering Black parenthood and reproductive justice in America. Since launching the show, Gabrielle and Martina have brought us deeply personal stories, sharing the lived experiences of Black women, gender-expansive people, and families navigating the reproductive care space. Through that storytelling, they ...

Driving and getting your license is generally considered a milestone achievement of adolescence and early adulthood but for many the prospect of driving can lead to anxiety. This was the case for our first guest today, Hey Fran Hey. Fran is a wellness advocate, influencer, and most famously co-host of The Friend Zone podcast. In a recent episode she opened up about her struggles with getting her license and learning how to drive as...

Morgan DeBaun is a visionary entrepreneur, strategist, and the powerhouse founder and CEO of Blavity, Inc., a digital media empire dedicated to amplifying the voices of Black millennials and equipping them with the tools to thrive. Over the past decade, she has redefined what it means to create economic equity, using storytelling, wealth-building, and advocacy to uplift underrepresented communities. Morgan continues to inspire...

In the wake of the #MeToo movement, it became clear that film and television sets needed stronger regulations around intimate scenes. Since then, intimacy coordinators have been on the rise, ensuring that actors feel safe and respected while bringing vulnerable moments to life on screen. Thanks to their work, we can enjoy our favorite shows and movies without questioning whether boundaries were crossed behind the scenes.

Today, I&r...

With over 3.5 million Black-owned businesses in America, we continue to see the landscape of Black entrepreneurship grow and expand. And as a Black entrepreneur myself, I know firsthand the importance of seeking out support in order to take your business to the next level. That’s why today, I am so happy to have Jewel Burks Solomon on the podcast. She is the managing partner at Collab Capital, an early-stage venture capital f...

Kyrstin Johnson is a talented gymnast at Temple University, known for her dedication, resilience, and passion for the sport. After transferring to Temple, she quickly became a standout athlete, consistently pushing the boundaries of her performance while balancing the physical and mental demands of being a college gymnast. 

Beyond her impressive athletic abilities, Kyrstin is deeply committed to mental health advocacy, recogni...

As we close out our 400th episode celebration, we wanted to shift focus to how media representation has impacted Black women over the years and how changes in the industry inform how we will continue to see ourselves in the future. Joining me this week are The Cut’s Beauty Editor, Asia Ware, and founder of Black Girls in Media, Tasha McCaskiel. With their separate but interconnected experience as journalist and media str...

It goes without saying that “the 92%” understood the assignment during the 2024 election, but what are we to make of it when we still end up exactly where we are today? Struggling to make sense of our place in the world with leaders and legislation increasingly being utilized against us. You can’t deny the tables have turned but how can you resist?

Joining me fresh off the release of her new book, Flip The Tables:...

How is Black girlhood defined these days? As we see fewer depictions of Black girls in the media, limited spaces for them to shop, and continuing adultification bias, it seems more difficult than ever to answer this question. Joining me to discuss the ways Black girlhood is defined is Dr. Lauren Mims, an assistant professor at NYU's Steinhardt School. Her research focuses on how sociocultural stressors impact Black children's ...

10 years and 399 episodes have led us to this very special moment in TBG history— our 400th episode! Growing this podcast has been so transformative for myself, my team, and the community we have built along the way. With that in mind, today’s episode is centered around the resting work we must remember to integrate as we grow.

Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts is an internationally celebrated Peloton yoga and meditation teac...

Lynae Vanee is a dynamic activist, entertainer, and social media star who has made waves in the entertainment industry while staying true to her roots as a passionate advocate for social justice. A proud Spelman College alumna, Lynae’s journey to success has been shaped by her commitment to amplifying Black voices and advocating for change. 

Known for her authenticity and powerful platform, she navigates the challenges o...

Relationships and freedom—can they truly coexist? This episode from our archives revisits a powerful discussion sparked by a question from our community: How do you navigate the idea of losing some of your freedom in a relationship? 

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Maria Dominguez, LMFT, also known as Dr. D. Together, we unpack what it means to navigate freedom in relationships, how to define what freedom looks ...

We have been fortunate to have such amazing guests on the show, which makes it all the more exciting when we get to have them return! Today, I’m rejoined by my dear friend, Dr. LaKeysha Hallmon, founder of The Village Market,  to discuss some of the themes of her new book, No One Is Self-Made.

From community care in entrepreneurship to the response and responsibility of small business owners in the wake of corporati...

It’s barely been a month and One of Them Days is already on track to be one of the best  comedies of the year! Today, I’m joined by a few members of the team; podcast producers Tyree Rush and Ellice Ellis and Social Media Manager Alyssa Green, to unpack some of the best moments in this instant cult classic. We also chatted about the implications that the success of this film has for the industry at large, especiall...

I’m excited to bring you a conversation today with a very special guest, someone who is known for her bold voice, her authenticity, and her commitment to empowering others.You may know her from her work as a media personality, podcaster, and all-around cultural commentator. Joining me today is the one and only, Scottie Beam.Scottie is not only a powerhouse on the mic, but she’s also a trailblazer for a younger generatio...

We’ve had a beautiful month of January Jumpstart episodes. We chatted with Yolo Akili about building community, with Attorney Aimee Griffin about cementing our legacy through estate planning, and much more. But what better way to close out the series than by hearing directly from you, our community?

Today, we’re diving into two thoughtful questions, and I’m here to share insights that may connect with many of you.

Whether it’s a juice cleanse, miracle pill, detox tea, or weight-loss hack, it seems like every week a new food and wellness trend pops up with the promise of helping us achieve maximum results.  For this final episode of this year's January Jumpstart series, we’re exploring a healthy approach to nutrition and unpacking popular wellness trends with expert guidance. 

Dr. Whitney Trotter and Angela Goens are reg...

Starting the year with a number of executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as anti-affirmative action legislation impacting schools around the country, there are so many questions around how and where to get quality education for Black students. To help us get a better understanding of what solutions are out there, Aziah Siid and Quintessa Williams talk about a number of issues they have reported on for ...

2025 is already proving to be a year where community will be more important than ever before. But many may still be wondering, how do I find those I can trust and how do I maintain these relationships?

Helping us to answer these questions is writer, activist, and founder of BEAM, the Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective, Yolo Akili. For over 20 years, Yolo has led and designed mental and emotional health workshops, experien...