Black Women out of Jobs Not Recipes: Let Her Cook

The wave of Black women’s unemployment may have knocked us down, but never out.  They want to bankrupt not only Black women but Black culture. Through personal stories and analysis, this episode highlights how community-based bartering, mutual aid, and resourcefulness have long sustained Black neighborhoods, even when traditional employment opportunities fade. Incorporating current research and trends, the conversation examines the moral deficit caused by institutionalized racism, focusing on the unseeability and invisibility of Black women within the labor market, and warns that these challenges serve as an early indicator for other demographic groups. As artist Glorilla states in her song, “Let her Cook”, “Back for everything I ever lost, I’m on a mission. We turnt the whole house into a booth, we in the kitchen. Let her Cook” Resources“The Economic Impact of Women-Owned Businesses.” Rhett Buttle. Forbes. October 30, 2023.“Black women’s unemployment is rising. Economists say it’s a warning sign”. Chabeli Carrazana. 19th. July 3, 2025.“Let Her Cook.” Glorilla. Glorious Album. October 11, 2024.Report Reveals Black Women Entrepreneurs generate nearly $100 Billion in Revenue, But Highlights Ongoing Challenges. Jeffrey McKinney. Black Enterprise. February 10, 2024.“African Americans and racial violence in the time of COVID-19”. Jenesse Miller. USC Today. May 29, 2020.“How Barter Black is Changing Black Wealth: Nicole Murphy Interview.” Hey Media Moni! YouTube. February 3, 2026.