Kept Woman Phenomenon: Empowerment or Exploitation?

Send us Fan MailEpisode 2: "Kept Woman Phenomenon: Empowerment or Exploitation?"In this episode of Grown Folks Business, hosts Janine and Keisha take center stage to unpack the complex and often controversial phenomenon of being a "Kept Woman." With a perfect blend of curiosity and compassion, they navigate the intricacies of relationships where financial support plays a significant role. The episode opens with Janine and Keisha challenging preconceived notions and stereotypes surrounding Kept Women. Are they empowered by their choices, or is there an undercurrent of exploitation? The hosts engage in a thought-provoking conversation that explores the blurred lines between empowerment and dependency.By the end of Episode 2, you'll find yourself reflecting on the power dynamics in relationships, the role of financial support, and the agency of individuals within the Kept Woman phenomenon. Join Janine and Keisha on this enlightening and compassionate exploration of love, choice, and empowerment.   Tune in to Season 1, Episode 2 of Grown Folks Business—because when it comes to breaking down barriers, these sisters are leading the way.Kept Women was portrayed in the show Harlots, 18th century Georgian Londonhttps://youtu.be/IKOzqfGf7cc?si=Qh7T34iF7Nq_qHiO9 Reasons Being A Kept Woman Is A Trap, Not An Aspiration - Mediumhttps://medium.com/@LiaTripleL/10-reasons-being-a-kept-woman-is-a-trap-not-an-aspiration-656b38f53936Kept Woman 2015 https://youtu.be/IKvKkxnALFE?si=agH8w4QLxs8G5XGxDrama/Thriller Movie about women kidnapped by a man that kept them like Stepford Wives. He bought everything for them - clothing, food, etc. and had them catering to him. He was abusive and hurt them if they didn’t do what was requestedLoose Women talk show based in the UK https://youtu.be/R_drUZLxxqg?si=IvycUuAe3-wOUi_MCBS News (The Resurgence of Kept Women)https://youtu.be/2XHItYR3b9Y?si=tXLzT4IvGSQemVgXhttps://gfbpodcastlive.godaddysites.com/