Inimitable Black Woman

It's been a minute but I'm still here! A quick update on the podcast, navigating the present environment, and what's been going on with me.  Please follow! @theibw (IG) for videos of past interviews. Can be found wherever podcast!  theibw.com

It's been a minute! Life has been lifing but I did two interviews that speak to the process of being a black female creative. In the first interview, we will hear a conversation with Kara Stevens about finances which speaks directly to us.    Kara Stevens is the founder of The Frugal Feminista, a thriving personal finance and personal development company committed to helping people heal their relationships with money and themselves.   Her relatable financial advice has been featured on Forbes, CNN, Business Insider, Huffington Post, Yahoo Finance, ESSENCE, Women's Day Magazine, The Washington Post, and other nationally recognized media outlets.   She is also the author of heal your relationship with money, The Happy Finances Challenge, and Unmasking the Strong Black Woman.    You can keep in touch with Kara Stevens on Twitter (@frugalfeminista), Instagram (@frugalfeminista), and Facebook (@TheFrugalFeminista).   GO WATCH THE VIDEO @theibw and YT

This interview is so full of goodness!! I loved interviewing Izumi a person I have admired from afar!! This interview is so healing for women in the industry who feel the pressure of career, black womanhood, and life. UGH!! Watch @theibw on IG & YT Please SHARE, SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW

Ann's work speaks to my heart and vision for IBW.  Her work starts conversations and challenges you to not ask the HOW but the WHY. Follow Ann @solesisterart If you want to watch the video of the podcast find @theibw on IG and YT  

In the business of storytelling, Rita carries the torch of making people feel seen and heard through her work. This interview really affirms that your path is yours and yes tinder can work past the year 2016 but maybe only in North Carolina. If you want to watch the video of the podcast find @theibw on IG and YT

I love this episode so much. After watching Diamonde's documentary Best Friends Not Forever I knew I had to talk to her about her process as a creative and the complexities of friendship among black women. It was an insightful and nurturing conversation. Go to @therealdiamonde and click the link in her bio to watch the film! If you want to watch the video of the podcast find @theibw on IG and YT

Interviewing Sada K was a delight!  I am happy we got to talk about how she has dealt with grief, financially navigated as creative, and, what has pushed her forward in her career!  If you want to watch a video of the interview find us @theibw on IG and on Youtube Find Sada K @SadaKMusic

Welcome to a 🚨NEW SEASON 🚨 of ✨INIMITABLE BLACK WOMAN✨ Inimitable [adj]- [ ih-nim-i-tuh-buhl ] incapable of being imitated or copied; surpassing imitation; matchless In my first interview back, we talked to Maureen 2 years after our last interview during the pandemic. Life has changed, and in this talk, we focused on her work as a creative, model, and influencer. In this new season of IBW, I have decided to focus on 'Telling the Stories of the Storytellers.' I want to explore what it is like for different black female creatives and how they've carved out their career paths while also continuing to share their life stories. To see video of the interview go to @theibw on IG Follow Maureen @williethewayfarer

Meet Michelle Blue!! Here are some highlights from our interview :) 00:03:05:00 When did you realize you were black? 00:06:26:00 What's the most spontaneous thing you have ever done? 00:11:45:00 What moment has impacted you the most? 00:13:40:00 What do you think people are missing? 00:16:23:00 In what spaces do you feel the most seen, heard and valued? Follow @theibw & catch on YT

Meet Jasmine Jordan! I loved this interview & her!!! Go check out Innermission (Link below on YT) Here are some highlights: 02:02 How do you racially identify? 02:31 When did you realize you were black? 10:49 Childhood Crush 16:25 Innermission Project 29:39 FMK 35:11 What space do you feel the most loved seen, loved & valued? RUN & WATCH INNERMISSION https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvjoydTJ0WQ

We're officially back New Year, New Interviews in 2023!   Here are some of the timestamp from Kayla's interview!   1:19 How do you create space for yourself as Black Woman   10:26 Why do we gatekeeper blackness?   15:37 FMK (One Time For A Good Time, Marry, Send Off To The Lord)   21:06 What event impacted you the most? (SA Warning)   34:00 Something you do that is weird?   Follow Kayla: @kaylorrray on IG   If you want to be interviewed email me [email protected] or DM @theibw   Follow & subscribe where podcast are found and YouTube!

Join me for this interview with Reka, a certified Life Coach who runs her own podcast called "Single You". If you can't tell we talk about being single, relationships and much more. She was a joy to talk to!

Another one! It's not Juneteenth but we still about that freedom. I got to interview an IBW OG Jessica in July. I was experimenting with the questions and tried them out on her. I would say the energy was a beautiful chaos!  Email me with any ideas and feedback! As always please share and follow @theibw Email: [email protected]

I'm getting back into the interview game! Meet Miles Bloxson an Austin area Radio Host and amazing human being! Follow her @milestomogul Follow IBW @theibw 00:19 What was your childhood like? 01:42 What is a lesson that you learned that you had to unlearn? 04:21 What's the best advice you've received in the last 4 years? 07:15 What's it like to navigate the media space as a black woman? 17:26 If you had the attention of the entire world what would you say?  

It's been a year since I took a break and it's time to get back on the saddle. Listen to this quick update on what's next :)

I missed you and the spark is coming back. This is an update mixed with some transparency over why the hiatus. I love you!! Feel free to email me feedback and constructive criticism!! If you want to volunteer and become apart of The IBW team email that too! [email protected] @theibw

I'm taking time to revisit the vision. I've been going pretty much non stop for 3 years with the podcast and it's time to reevaluate. So we're going on hiatus for a little bit! Any suggestions or ideas you have for the podcast in the future please message! If this is your first time here or you've just joined the IBW family! Check out past interview on iTunes, SoundCloud and where podcast are found! As always please rate, review, subscribe and share!  Check out the IGTV: @theibw Email: [email protected]

Let's talk about Jaya's interview on being seen! I feel that as a creative and human being I could relate to her struggles and story. I would love to hear your feedback to her story and if you could relate to some of the themes we got out of it. If you haven't yet go and watch JAYA'S interview on the IGTV follow Jaya @jay.nic0le

00:20 Meet Jaya Nicole  02:05  Why have the thought of you being seen been hard? 07:00 When did this feeling of being disliked started? 10:00 How do you now feel about being seen? 13:20 If you had the attention of the entire world what would you say? Follow Jaya Nicole @jay.Nic0le  @THEIBW SUBSCRIBE, SHARE, RATE, REVIEW!!

Let's talk about Jordan & Identity. I obviously love the stories these women are telling and feel that each story has something we can either relate to or learn from. I decided to give my two cents on her story with the help of one of my best friends' SPADE! I'm not sure what I'm doing completely with this odd week series yet and that's okay! I am open to any feedback and thoughts!!! GO AND LISTEN TO JORDAN'S INTERVIEW ASAP!!! check the IGTV on Instagram!! Follow Spade: @hausofspade & Jordan: @vorisechantel   & us: @theibw

00:26 Meet Jordan  00:58 Jordan's Childhood 02:06 How did you feel about your blackness growing up? 04:35 What was the catalyst of change in your life? 09:35 Who is Jordan? 11:37 If you had the attention of the entire world what would you say?

00:25 Meet Jamesia 01:00 Life Changed 02:30 Spiritual Awakening 04:30 What came up for you emotional during your awakening? 07:00 The cause of your cyst? 09:21 What would you say if you had the attention of the entire world? Follow Jamesia @jamesia.monroe & kemunity_yoga Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! [email protected]

Meet Maureen (00:45) What did you learn about Motherhood? (1:20) Raising a biracial child as a black woman. (2:43) If you had the attention of the entire world what would you say? (06:37) Follow Maureen @williethewayfarer Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! [email protected] IGTV @theibw

Meet Eboni (00:08) Family Tibbs (1:30) When did you realize you were a black woman? (2:30) How have you been affected by discrimination? (9:30) If you had the attention of the entire world what would you say? (13:30) Follow Eboni @eb.janae @theibw Watch on IG Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! [email protected] ITUNES, SOUNDCLOUD, SPOTIFY    

Janaya, is that chick. In her interview we explore the inspiration behind her fashion looks, why she's able to just BE at a HBCU and what people get wrong about her. Follow Janaya: @mommyslilmilitant Found on platforms where podcast are found. Follow, Share, Rate & Subscribe

Paige reveals the misconceptions about being a child of an entertainer, why sensitivity is a strength and the magical encounters she had with Prince. 00:00:54:00: Is the LA kid reputation a fair one? 00:02:0400: 3 words to describe yourself? 00:06:08:00: What is something people get wrong about you? 00:12:37:00: What have you learned about yourself during the quarantine? 00:15:22:00: Favorite memory from 12 years old? 00:19:07:00: PRINCE STORYTIME!! Follow Paige: @lettherebedawn www.lettherebedawn.life @theibw

Quieesha talks about her life in Paris as a designer, the time Kelly Rowland stood up for her and what it's like to be 1 of 7 kids. Follow Quieesha: @designerquieeshabmodel Bodiibiicorii.com @bodiibiicorii 1:00 What's it like to be a black Woman in Paris? 5:33 What do you wish was implemented in the United States that you see in Paris? 7:07 What sparked your interest in fashion? 9:32 What was your childhood like in Syracuse, NY? 13:25 When did you realize you were a black woman? 15:22 What is something you have learned about yourself in the last 365 days? 17:07 What's the best advice you have ever received? (Kelly Rowland is a Queen!!) 20:30 What has been your influences for your garments? 22:57 If you had the attention of the entire world what would you say?

Shayla is EVERYTHING! This episode is full of wisdom that we all need. Follow her @shayla.monique Show Notes: 1:39 How did growing up as the only black kid affect you? 3:57 What did you learn growing up that you do and do not want to pass down to your daughter? 16:40 What has been the greatest gift and burden of having a daughter? 17:35 *Trigger Warning* Talks of Sexual Trauma 29:39 If You Had The Attention of the Entire World What Would You Say?

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique.  What was suppose to be a traditional IBW interview with Jasmine turned into a conversation about the current state of America politics, relationships and religion. As two black female Christians we give candid commentary on the state of things through our eyes and experiences as we journey through it all.   

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 Sharon's interview was a true reflections of lessons learned and life revealed. I saw so much of myself in Sharon's story and could relate to her journey. We chatted about her favorite childhood memories, growing up different, and dealing with internalized oppression while interracial dating. Follow Sharon: @sharonirvingmusic Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! @theibw theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 Ashten is a dream. I met her when I first started the podcast and I appreciate her for always being open to me. She talks about how she's faced her blackness as a mixed woman, opens up about her mental health battle and encourage everyone to face the day. Follow Ashten: @ashtenfranceswhite Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! @theibw [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
I met Lakeita Valon aka DJ Mocha Locha by chance. She literally danced into my life and I knew we had to connect. Lakeita opens up about her creative drive, childhood in Alabama and realizing her blackness as an adult. Follow Lakeita: @valonista Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! @theibw theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 Brittney was a ball of joy! In this interview she talks about her advice to thirteen year old Brittney, the dynamics of love and opens up about why she shared her story of domestic violence. It's a good one!!! Follow Brittney: @brittbogues www.boguesgroup.com Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! @theibw theibw.com [email protected]

Go check out the video! Links below! https://www.instagram.com/tv/CIEQyprngf_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link https://youtu.be/90rcjlc0tug in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. I love being a black woman and I love seeing us in our element. This piece is a reflection of how proud I am of us and how I see us lift ourselves up. We're beautiful, soft, smart, passionate, vulnerable, strong and everything under the rainbow. Each one of us brings something special and different to this world and I am so proud to be a part of this tribe of women. I am so thankful to all the women who shared their videos and voices to this project of love in the mist of all that's going on during the pandemic. Black women, I love you, I love us, I love me. INSTAGRAM : @theibw Website: theibw.com Email: [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 Tamara opens up about her life as a Southern Girl living in Philly. She talks about breaking generational curses, speaking out about depression and fighting through endometriosis. Follow Tamara: @tamara_daydreams Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! @theibw theibw.com [email protected]

 in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
From the beginning Huda was a bright light. Huda talks about the weight of being a nurse during Covid, why vulnerability is necessary and what it was like being raised in Somalia, Canada and the US. Follow Huda: @hudahassann Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! @theibw/[email protected]/theibw.com

This is different from my norm but I had to do it. I am personally obsessed with Love Island USA (JALEB FOREVER) and wanted to talk with another black woman about it. I follow Kadija's videos and she's the best. She's very insightful and lots of fun. We talk about everything and breakdown how it pertains to real life situations concerning love and relationships. Don't get it twisted I can be a little petty but I'm human. I would say it's all in fun but I be low key serious.  @theibw (catch the IGTV) Follow Kadija on YouTube: youtube.com/musingknomad Check out my interviews with other Inimitable Black Women! Follow, Subscribe, Rate, Review

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 Lanise is a person whose story I could listen to for hours. In this interview we only scratch the surface of who she is. Lanise talks about the connection she has with her late mother, dealing with depression in her youth and why sex is one of her favorite topics. Follow Lanise: @soulflowerqueen Check out her Podcast @midnitemantra Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 Embo kept it real from beginning to end. I loved her vulnerability and in that her strength. She expressed thoughts, feelings and experiences that a lot of fellow black women can relate to and I'm here for it. Check it OUT!! Follow Embo: @embopriscilla Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
I have been wanting to do this interview with Shabree since I saw her video protesting around four months ago. She is a gem of a woman to say the least. Her interview gives us insight into how her one-woman protest came to be, what her experience has been like in an interracial marriage and assumptions people have made about her. Follow Shabree: @bree_bout_it Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
Kristina is one of my best friends! She's a funny, candid and insightful woman. In her interview she discusses her Taurus side, explains how being a black woman has stopped her from speaking up and how she became a dance off assassin. Follow Kristina: @itskristinathomas Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
Jazzi is a shinning light and interviewing her was such a joy. In this interview she opens up about overcoming trauma from her pass, wrestling with her racial identity, and why we aren't each other's enemies. Follow Jazzi: @jazzi.milz Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
LaToya is THAT chick! I have been following her on IG for a minute and knew I had to interview her. Of course, she didn't disappoint and was a joy to meet. LaToya delves into the importance of mental health, why cheating is not a deal breaker and what it was like growing up as a Pastor's kid. Follow LaToya: @the.analoggirl Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

Telling your story is powerful. During this time in our country I believe telling and hearing the stories of others is needed for heart changes. I dive into a conversation with Kim, a leader in restorative justice, about the power of your story. Even I am still figuring out why telling our stories can heal not only ourselves but others. Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 This is a series of interviews with past interviewees about how they see racism in America especially now after the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. Ms. Beverly, a Houston native and a figure in the community, speaks from the perspective of one that has seen this all before. Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]


This is a series of interviews with past interviewees about how they see racism in America especially now after the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. Tori, a former foster youth and Minnesota resident, gives her take on how she's processing through her beliefs and identity. You can watch this interview on our IG @theibw and you can listen to her interview "Tell Me Your Story Again" in the IBW vault of episodes. Follow @torihopepetersen Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!!  [email protected]

My Point of View: Black Women & Racism w/Nell in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. 
 Nell is up first! This is a series of interviews with past interviewees about how they see racism in America especially now after the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery. Nell's a Houston Native and producer known for her work with Tobe Nwigwe. She opens up how she sees this from the point of view of a Christian, Black Woman and Artist. You can watch this interview on our IG @theibw and you can listen to her interview "I am not a genuis:Nell" in the IBW vault of episodes. Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. Brittany's personality, beauty and intelligence shined through this entire interview. She takes us through her high school days, what she realizes about love and why for fun she does math. Visit the @theibw to get more information about Brittany and The IBW Follow Brittany: @brittbrow Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]

in·im·i·ta·ble: so good or unusual as to be impossible to copy; unique. I have been chatting with Chris back and forth periodically on IG and was excited to finally interview her. She has a beautiful family and sweet spirit! In this interview she opens up about her difficult but loving childhood, how therapy changed her life, and why she's confident. Follow Chris: @facingchris Follow IG: @theibw Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!! New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!! theibw.com [email protected]  

I met Tiffany during her freshman and my sophomore year of college. From the moment I met her I was  inspired by her personality, beauty and self determination. This woman is no joke. Tiffany talks about what it took to take her business from where it started to where it is now, how a move from NY changed everything and what she knows about love.    Follow Tiffany: @tiffany_latrice1   Follow IG: @theibw   Please Subscribe, Rate, Review & Share!!   New Interviews Bi-Weekly! LOVE YOU!!   theibw.com   [email protected]