Get Happy With J Podcast
by Jittaun Woods - Host, Voice Talent
This is the podcast that encourages you to overcome all obstacles in your life to be happy. Looking for a positive and uplifting experience, this is it! Join Jittaun and her guests each week as they tackle issues most of us are or will at some point face in our lifetime. Please subscribe and comment. Join the happy movement!
Episodes
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Who is Elon Musk?
In this podcast episode we discuss eccentric visionary Elon Musk. At first it may not seem like he would be a fit for the show, but much can be learned from his work ethic and dedication to achieving all of his entrepreneurial goals. You just might find him to be downright inspirational. Let the...
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Lizzo and Fat Shaming
In this episode J discusses fat shaming and how award winning artists such as Lizzo can even come under attack. We can all learn from Lizzo's body positivity and be allies against bullying in all forms. Congratulations to her for being names the entertainer of the year by both Time magazine and…
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The Reparations Debate
Rusty old shackles with padlock and padded shackles used for locking up prisoners or slaves between 1600 and 1800. In this podcast episode we discuss some of the many complexities of the reparations debate. There has been attention brought to this issue with the introduction in the House of...
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Generational Politics
In this podcast episode we sat down with three generations of educated, middle class African-Americans to discuss politics and the issues that will determine their votes in 2020. It's a rare opportunity to hear such a candid conversation on this topic. With African Americans making up between 25…
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Is Church Drama Affecting Your Faith?
There seem to be an overwhelming number of church scandals featured on social media these days. It would make one wonder if Christianity is in crisis. Evangelicals such as Pastor Paula White are under scrutiny for their acceptance and support of Donald Trump, regardless of his lack of moral...
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The New Black Masculinity?
In this podcast episode we analyze what black male masculinity means today. We look at the subject throughout the history of the black experience in America. Is the feminization of black men of concern to you or are you offended at the very notion? There are many points of view regarding this…
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The Politics of Forgiveness: Amber Guyger & More
In this week's podcast episode Jittaun and the crew discuss the results of the Amber Guyger murder trial and what it means to African-Americans in the ongoing quest for equity in the criminal justice system. The panel examines the meaning of forgiveness and if and when it's appropriate to do so....
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The Attack on Freedom of Speech
Freedom of speech is under attack as never before, and what makes the future more bleak is the fact that many of the perpetrators are college students at campuses all across the country. They represent the brightest minds and indicate what the future of our country will look like, and the picture...
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The Handmaid’s Tale: Season 3 Review
In this episode, my guests and I review season three of the hit Hulu show, The Handmaid's Tale. Are you still team June? It was an up and down season for all three of us, with one of my guests having given up on the show altogether. My other guest and I remain believers, although we both…
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Western & Southern Open: My Review
In this episode I review my experience at the Western & Southern Open, on the site of the Lindner Family Tennis Center in Mason, Ohio. This is a premiere tennis event which attracts the top players of the ATP and WTA every year. It's an amazing event that offers plenty to do and see for the…
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Social Activism, Jay Z & Kaepernick
The Happy Squad: Karen Wilson, Jittaun Woods and Michael Hurt The biggest news of the past week featured the deal made between the NFL and super star Jay Z. Jay Z is best known as one the greatest hip hop artists of all time, but now his fame transcends the music industry as he is now a…
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What is Gentrification?
We are talking about gentrification in this podcast episode. We define and analyze this issue that is affecting historic neighborhoods all across the country. Low income residents, mostly people of color, are being displaced daily. There are serious consequences to this phenomenon and we discuss...
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Tennis Anyone? Our Wimbledon 2019 Preview
Tennis is a great love and it is my pleasure to talk all about the sport and Wimbledon which begins tomorrow. I review upcoming matches and potential upsets. Who are my favorites to win? Just take a listen to find out. https://gethappywithj.com/
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When They See Us Review
When They See Us is an emotionally painful but necessary viewing experience. This film gives a snapshot of the grim reality of racism and poverty and how they are impacted by a flawed justice system. Take a listen to the Get Happy With J podcast review. Be sure to send us a comment on the website...
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Does Reality TV Create Monsters?
Whether we like to admit it or not, we all have our guilty pleasures when it comes to what we watch on television. Reality TV is part of the cultural fabric of this country. We watch it by the millions and the more "ratchet" the behavior, the more we watch. This podcast episode questions whether…
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Dealing With Grief: Birthdays & Anniversaries
Dealing with grief after the loss of a loved one is never easy. After you survive the acute grief, when the emotional devastation is at its worse, you may feel like that is the end. The truth is that as long as you live, you may experience grief bursts on certain days associated with the loss of...
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The Cancel Culture
In this podcast episode we explore the phenomenon of the cancel culture. We analyze the concept and what it means specifically to African-Americans. In the world of social media it is all too easy to become divided and angry. As we all navigate the landscape of the internet, it is good to do...
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Colorism 101
Colorism in the black community is a sensitive topic to discuss. In this podcast episode, Karen and I open up about our personal experiences with colorism. We have to very different points of view on the issue in ways which may be surprising. We only touch the surface with an issue that runs…
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The Mueller Mess
Weeks before the Mueller report was released to Attorney General William Barr, there was a murmur which began in response to the question we were all asking ourselves, "What if the Mueller report doesn't conclude much of anything?" The very thought that after two years of waiting for the report...
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Dear Jussie and Cardi B
Attorney Don Jackson joins me in this week's podcast episode. With the help of Don's legal expertise, we analyze the recent public spectacle of the Jussie Smollett case and Cardi B's troubling admissions. The sudden unexplained dismissal of all charges related to Jussie Smollott's case creates an...
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Healthcare: An Intimate Portrait
Turn on any news show and you are likely to hear the political debate about healthcare. Sadly, what is usually missing is the actual personal perspective of individuals for whom healthcare is not merely a talking point, but a crisis. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been under constant attack...
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Hot Topics and More!
Guest Karen Wilson This week's podcast episode is a mash-up of several hot topics. Take a listen and share your thoughts. We discuss the tragic mass shooting in New Zealand and the rise of white nationalism. We also delve into the Leaving Neverland documentary, the Jussie Smollett scandal and…
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Leaving Neverland: A Review
In this podcast episode my guest, Jeanne Anders, and I review the HBO documentary Leaving Neverland and the Oprah Winfrey hosted show, After Neverland. It's a no holds barred discussion of the documentary with further commentary about child sexual abuse and pedophilia. Listen and join the...
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Catching Up With J
This episode is a quickie! Jittaun shares podcast updates and answers a few listener questions ranging from politics to pop culture. https://www.facebook.com/gethappywithj https://gethappywithj.com/
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Dr. Rita Ali: Phenomenal Women in Politics
The 2018 midterm elections saw an unprecedented wave of female winners. This is a phenomenon that not only saw big wins in Congress, but in local elections all over the country. Our guest for this podcast episode is Dr. Rita Ali, who is currently running for City Council at Large in Peoria,...
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Girl Talk: Grammy Awards, Kaepernick & More
Karen Wilson returns for a chat covering current topics. In this episode we discuss the Grammy Awards, the Colin Kaepernick settlement and more. Whether you agree or disagree with the opinions expressed, we would love to hear from you. Drop us a line at our Facebook page or on the website...
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Balance, Mindfulness and Success
My guest in this podcast episode is 27 year old Richie Crowley. At his young age he has already discovered what it takes to have balance, mindfulness and success. When I think about who I was at his age, I am in awe. I was a newlywed without a clue as to what my purpose was in life. We can all...
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Segregation Alive and Well in 2019
When you think of segregation, the Civil Right's movement probably comes to mind. A time when African-Americans fought and even died for the right to go to schools of their choice, the right to vote and fairness in housing. So, fast forward several decades later and the stark reality hits that…
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A Therapist’s Take on R Kelly & Sexual Abuse
In this podcast episode we speak with Dr. Maryann Akers. She imparts knowledge to help us understand sexual abuse victims and why they sometimes stay with abusers. We also explore the mindset of the offender and discuss whether or not they can change. We must continue the important discussion…
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The R Kelly Aftermath: What Now?
It's been a week now since the Surviving R Kelly docu-series shocked and disgusted the nation on the Lifetime network. The #MuteRKelly movement has picked up significant steam and there have been more conversations about sexual predators. However, the black community is still divided on how we…
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R Kelly & The Predators Among Us
In this podcast episode we dissect the revelations in the new Lifetime Network docu-series, Surviving R Kelly, and the much broader implications of race and rape culture. It's a tough but necessary discussion and it is our hope that it will encourage you to continue the conversation. Let us know...
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Banish Negativity
As we evaluate this past year and prepare for a new one, a good thing to do for yourself is to banish negativity. It's not difficult to do but will be one of the most rewarding things you can do for yourself. Listen to this last episode of 2018 to get some tips. Happy New Year!
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Federal Prison Reform: A Christmas Miracle
On Friday, Trump signed the First Step Act bill, which could easily be considered a miracle during this unprecedented time of political chaos. This federal prison reform bill is a huge leap forward in righting some of the many wrongs of the justice system. Listen as more details of this bill are...
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Awkward Hubby Interview
In this awkward interview, I got to chat with my husband about his hip replacement surgeries. It was informative and funny, and I doubt I will ever be able to convince him to do it again. I give him credit for trying it at least once. Love and Merry Christmas from the Woods.
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Parenting After Loss With Kindness and Mindfulness
This podcast episode is extra special to me because I had the chance to speak with another mother who has lost a child. She lost her beautiful son four years ago in an accident. Since suffering her tragic loss, she has worked hard to overcome her grief. She is living an amazing and full life. Her...
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Black, Female and Unapologetically Sexy
We are continuing our discussion about black women and sexuality in this podcast episode. We delve deeper into the myths and stereotypes about women of color. There is a historical component that can't be ignored, so we take it all the way back. The Jill Scott viral video was the initial...
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The Sexuality of Black Women & Jill Scott
The recent viral clip of R&B star Jill Scott getting intimate with a microphone was the inspiration for this podcast episode. It made me want to explore the stereotypes and myths about black women and sexuality. It's a difficult discussion because it's rooted in both racism and sexism in this...
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How To Survive The Holidays
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I am thankful to each and every one of you who are taking the time to listen to this podcast. This episode is all about surviving the holidays, and hopefully enjoying them as well. As we all know, this time of year can be difficult for any number of reasons. I have...
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Midterm Election Postmortem
This is it, my final political podcast episode (at least for a while). I had no intention of addressing the midterm election results until I began to see the hurt and pain the results caused for so many people across the country. It's my goal to process what happened and I had the pleasure of...
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Conquer Binge Eating Today!
This podcast episode will make you think of binge eating in an all new way. Our guest is Dr. Glenn Livingston and he has not only extensively researched the problem of binge eating, but he has also overcome the issue himself. His theory is beautifully simple, yet challenging. Listen and learn his...
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How to Stay Sane In The Midterm Election Madness
The political discourse in America has gone from toxic to deadly. The past week has seen three different radicalized individuals commit acts of home grown terror. African Americans, Jewish Americans and various political leaders were the targets of such rage. Things have to change and it begins...
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Conquering The Fear of Change: Beauty On The Move
Change is never easy. In fact, the very thought of change can invoke feelings of fear. Our returning guest, Lanisha Nazon, had a successful beauty studio and was surrounded by a loving and supportive family. She could have become complacent, but instead she acknowledged that the opportunities her...
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Meet Fitness and Nutrition Coach Jeremy Reid
In this podcast episode we are talking to fitness and nutrition coach, Jeremy Reid. Jeremy has overcome obesity, having lost over 170 pounds, and now works with others to lose weight. He shares some of his tips and tricks for successful weight loss transformation. Listen and then join the...
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It’s Our Anniversary!
Winner of the first podcast giveaway. Today marks the official anniversary of the launch of the Get Happy With J podcast! It's been an eventful year. We have had the pleasure of sharing with our listeners the wit and wisdom of our many guests. We have addressed too many topics to name, but given...
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Cosby, Kavanaugh & Me Too
The two dominating news stories this past week were both related to sexual assault. On Wednesday, Bill Cosby was sentenced to three to ten years in prison for a sexual assault that occurred in 2004. Thursday the nation watched as Dr. Christine Blasey Ford and Brett Kavanaugh faced a senate…
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Men Aren’t From Mars After All
In part two of my discussion with the all male panel, I continue to be pleasantly surprised by their commentary. The guys vary by age and race, but have more in common than not. The old adage that "men are from mars and women from venus" does not hold up in this conversation. They want the same...
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What Do Men Want In Relationships?
Check out part one of my fun conversation with a group of men who had much to say about women and relationships. Some of it may just surprise you. Some comments might also irritate you, but either way I hope it starts an interesting conversation. Please comment, rate and subscribe to the podcast....
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A Song of Redemption
This podcast episode is part two of my conversation with Cleo Daily. I hope that you listen with an open heart, and that it's filled with an appreciation for all he has overcome to be the man he is today. His story is all too familiar. An extremely talented young person who is abused and taken...
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Meet The Modern Day Lazarus
We all love a come back story. The Biblical Lazarus was the ultimate come back, from being literally dead for three days. Cleo Daily likens himself to a modern Lazarus, having experienced the death of many things in his life and now rising from those ashes. His story is one of redemption. His joy...
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Enter Now For Our 1st Giveaway!
It's here! Contest time!! Words truly can't express just how much the support of our podcast listeners means to us. We wish there could be multiple winners, but there will only be one for this first contest. Just for review, you must be 18 years of age, live in the United States, and you must…
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About this show
This is the podcast that encourages you to overcome all obstacles in your life to be happy. Looking for a positive and uplifting experience, this is it! Join Jittaun and her guests each week as they tackle issues most of us are or will at some point face in our lifetime. Please subscribe and comment. Join the happy movement!
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Jittaun Woods - Host, Voice Talent
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