Episodes
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Episode 021: Season Finale
Can you believe it? We finished the entire first season of Soul Talk for Black Folks!! In our season finale episode, we give a brief overview of our conversations with this season's guests, share some interesting things we learned during each episode, and talk about how we hope each episode…
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Brain Health with Dr J
In this episode, we speak with Dr Catherine Jackson, a licensed clinical psychologist and a board certified neurotherapist. Dr J is a sought after international speaker and media expert who's been featured in Forbes, Oprah Magazine, The Huffington Post, CNN and many other media outlets. Dr J…
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Episode 018: Effective Parenting
In this episode we talk with Carmen Jimenez-Pride, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist Supervisor. Carmen discusses tips on supporting kids struggling with anxiety due to the pandemic, why it's okay to be a 'good enough mother,' and how to have conversations with our...
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Episode 020: Postpartum depression and social support among Black women
In this episode, we talk with LaToshia Rouse, a birth and postpartum doula and the owner of Birth Sisters Doula Services. LaToshia shares her experience with having triplets at 26 weeks gestation via an emergency vaginal delivery. LaToshia discusses the ways her NICU experience and her personal...
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Episode 017: Blended Families
In this episode, we talk with Jessica Crunkleton, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), a Licensed Professional Counselor, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), and a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor Level II. Jessica shares areas of concern related to stepfamily dynamics,...
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Episode 016: Soul Talk with O.L. & Sway Buckley: Marriedprenuer Life
In this episode we talk with O.L. and Sway Buckley, Co-Founders of Marriedpreneur Life Institute and the hosts of The Marriedpreneur Life podcast where they help faith-based married entrepreneurs create momentum in life and business. The Buckley's share about incorporating faith and business, the...
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Episode 015: Busy Mom's Health
Have you ever wondered how on Earth you are supposed to handle all of the things with your family life, while also prioritizing your own health? Well it sounds like you are listening to the right episode! In this episode we talk with Dr Lisa N. Folden, a Licensed Physical Therapist, mom-focused...
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Episode 014: Prison Reform
In this episode, we talk with Louis Reed, Board-Certified Addictions Counselor and Licensed Alcohol & Addictions Practitioner about a topic that does not get discussed enough- prison reform. Louis is the Sr. Director of Membership and Partnerships for the REFORM Alliance and has years of…
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Episode 013: Divorce Recovery
This episode was created for anyone who has experienced, or is currently experiencing a divorce. This is a season that can be challenging for most people as there are a lot of changes, transitions, and emotions involved. In this episode, we sit down with Len Sturdivant, Relationship Expert & Life...
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Episode 012: New Mom Life
In this episode, we speak with DeShelle Burrowes, Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in assisting new moms with their transition to motherhood. DeShelle shares tips on various challenges new moms may experience, while also discussing concerns that may be more unique to Black moms.…
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Episode 011: Foster and Adoptive Families
In this episode, we chat with Ruth Unaegbu. She is a Registered Clinical Counselor and Clinical Supervisor in the Greater Vancouver area in British Colombia, Canada. This is our first Canadian guest! Whoop Whoop! She specializes in working with actors and other performing creatives, athletes,...
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Episode 010: Women's Infertility and Maternal Mental Health
In this episode we talk with Dr. Kristy Holloway, a Licensed Professional Counselor who is also certified in Perimental Health. She will share how infertility, postpartum depression, and birth trauma has significant impacts on the Black community, but how, unfortunately, these topics are rarely...
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Episode 009: Soul Talk About Leadership While Black & Female in Corporate America
In this episode we talk with DeNeen Attard about ways Black women can be effective and successful leaders in their workplace, as well as ways men can support women by speaking up when they notice women being dismissed, overlooked, or put down by others in the office. This is a great episode, so…
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Episode 008: Soul Talk with Tamara Mitchell-Davis, Author and Entrepreneur
In this episode, we talk to Tamara Mitchell-Davis, the CEO Wife, to learn about how she became a best selling author and successful entrepreneur. She shares ways you can get there, too, as well as marketing tips to help you take your business to the next level! If you are ready to level up in…
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Episode 007: Soul Talk About Dating
In this's episode we share some expert dating tips for millennials including how to set healthy boundaries, how to stay in a positive state of mind and continue to feel strong and empowered.
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Episode 006: Soul Talk About Faith & Therapy
In this episode, we talk with Jessica Bullock, Licensed Professional Counselor and Coach, about one of our favorite topics- reducing the stigma that makes it challenging for Black folks to seek mental health treatment. There's a misconception that faith and therapy cannot co-exist, and this...
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Episode 005: Soul Talk About Holistic Healing Techniques in the Black Community
Have you noticed that for some folks in the Black community, when we hear words such as “holistic”, reiki, yoga, meditation, red flags go up and folks turn the other way? Well in this episode, La’Toya will explain what is meant by holistic services and we are going to debunk some myths about...
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Episode 004: Soul Talk About Overcoming Adversity
In this episode, we discuss keys to overcoming adversity, along with numerous tips and resources that can provide you with support during challenging times. As always, at the end we will offer you an action item to take with you throughout the next week, to help jumpstart towards living the…
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Episode 003: Soul Talk About Parenting
In this episode we talk about parenting in the Black community. This conversation normalizes some of the expectations and challenges we experience as Black parents. We also share some parenting tips to rejuvenate the relationship between you and your child.
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Episode 002: Soul Talk About Black Love
In this episode, we share our thoughts on the causes of marital stress among Black couples and tools for transforming your relationship.
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Episode 001: Soul Talk About Self-Healing
Have you been so busy lately that you have not been prioritizing yourself? You find that you are constantly pushing yourself to the back-burner because someone else or something else needs your attention. In this episode, LaToya and Sarah talk about difficult challenges those in the Black…
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Episode 000: Welcome to the Soul Talk for Black Folks Podcast!
In this episode, we introduce ourselves and give you an idea of what to expect when you listen to Soul Talk for Black Folks. We each share our professional backgrounds, provide an introduction to our families, share the reasons we each chose careers in the mental health field, and discuss what we...