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Fall Awake
by Zupa Nakayi & Tamara Medford-Williams
Using our privilege, knowledge and platform to promote social awareness by engaging in brave discussions with our community.
Episodes
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Mental Health
Mental health impacts all of us, whether directly or indirectly, and in a plethora of ways. The unfortunate reality of mental health concerns, illnesses, and disorders, is that many are undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, there is a prevalent issue of stigmatization, and systemic inequalities impact the...
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Intimate relationship
Some of us fall in love with our Highschool sweetheart and get that fairy tale ending you see in the movies. Others don't. Nonetheless, intimate relationships are a big part of life; we live, we learn, and we love. Tune in to episode #3 of the Fall Awake Podcast as your hosts Zupa and Tamara...
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Black Entrepreneurship
Join your hosts Zupa and Tamara Angeline as they discuss entrepreneurship within the Black community. What hinders or promotes success? How critical is networking? What impact does systemic racism have on Black entrepreneurs and how do they navigate it? Tune in as your hosts sit down with Zula,...
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Friendship
Following a much needed hiatus the Fall Awake are back in full effect! Join Zupa and Tamara as they explore the ins and outs of the concept of friendship. What is the purpose of friendship? What are toxic friendships and what are their impact? How does a healthy friendship look like?
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Black Healing
“If you don’t heal you’ll pass on the injuries to the next generation” -Dr.Joy DeGruy Black people from all walks of life have endured and continue to endure racism stemming from colonization and slavery. As a result of living in hostile environments, we have developed a number of “maladaptive”...
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Artivism
In this episode, we invite the lovely Tammy Tuesdayz on the table. We explore her perspective on issues relating to black artists and their role in social change in the black community. Do black artists have a responsibility to influence change through their art? Does their contribution to the...
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Mirror Work
In this episode, we welcome Shanice Nicole, an educator, facilitator, and community organizer. Throughout the conversation, we explore the complexities of internalized anti-blackness in our community. We address the different ways in which we have internalized oppressive ideologies as a result of...
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The Black Man Sankofa
In this episode, we welcome a special guest, Mr.Rito Joseph. A black-millennial man from Montreal who has taken it upon himself to not only inform himself about black history but also share it with the world. Throughout this conversation, he shares his life trajectory and how it led him to his...
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CANCEL CULTURE
In this episode, the hosts talk about cancel culture. They explore its origins, how itis used, and whether or not its use is beneficial for the black community? They also discuss the heaviness of the current social climate. Recent demonstrations from the 50 states of the US and 18 countries...
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HERstory
In this episode, the Fall Awake podcast cohosts get candid about how they met and developed a partnership that resulted in a podcast. They do so while exploring the role of the female empowerment concept in the development of their relationship. What is women's empowerment? Has the idea become...
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The Race Card pt-1
In reaction to the recent deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Sean Reed, and Breonna Taylor, the Fall Awake podcast cohosts discuss the current condition of black and ethnic people in a society forged by racist ideologies. Can we truly reach our fullest potential in these societies or are we forever racing…
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The Race Card - Part 2
The “Race Card pt-2” is a discussion on the concept of allyship. The hosts of “Fall Awake”, identify the ways in which people often confuse cultural appropriation for allyship. They provide different examples of ways to be an ally. By paying homage to individuals that have died as a result of...
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How many episodes does Fall Awake have?
Fall Awake currently has 12 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Fall Awake about?
Using our privilege, knowledge and platform to promote social awareness by engaging in brave discussions with our community.
How often does Fall Awake release new episodes?
Fall Awake has 12 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Fall Awake?
Fall Awake is created and hosted by Zupa Nakayi & Tamara Medford-Williams.
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