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Speak on it, Sis!
by Speak on it, Sis!
Candid conversations with 3 sistas regarding all things cultural, spiritual, & socio-political. Join the conversation and get ready to speak on it, sis!
Episodes
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The Final Episode
This is officially the end of Speak On It, Sis! The Podcast. Listen to find out why we have made the decision to stop, and what's next for us. Thank you for listening for the past three years!
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Sidenote Session: Babe, You're Not The Most Beautiful
In this latest episode, we are discussing the King of Backhanded comments, Solomon Buchi, who wrote a social media post that went viral almost a year ago. In his letter to his wife, his choice of phrases left much to be desired for some of us. But others argue he was honest. Read the post, listen...
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S3E10: Languages of Love
In this episode, in honour of the month of love, we are talking about the 5 love languages. We took a love language quiz and discovered how we best respond to certain acts of love. Do you think there's any value to love languages? Take a listen and share with us your own perspective! Don't forget...
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S3E9: Forgive Thy Neighbour
In this episode, we're not just talking about forgiving others, but also forgiving ourselves. Why is it hard sometimes to forgive ourselves? How do you forgive others for hurting you? How do you forgive yourself for your own actions that caused harm? Listen in, as we discuss our own challenges in...
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Sidenote Session: Let Her Live
Do y'all remember the garden coffee lady who dared to share her happiness on the streets of twitter? In this episode we are discussing how the world of twitter turned this lady's humblebrag into a crime against humanity. Tune in and be part of the conversation! Follow us on Instagram:...
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S3E8: Exploring Your Inner Child...Do You Need To Heal Sis?
In this episode, we discuss and explore the concept of our "inner child". We acknowledge whether we need to heal our inner child and what that may look like. We also talk about different ways to begin to heal your inner child if needed. But remember y'all...we're not therapists. Does your inner...
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Sidenote Session: Wash Your Derrier
In this episode we talk about whether social media weaponizes cleanliness or people need to learn to clean themselves well. Our conversation begins with whether you're nasty for not washing your underwear in the shower, to one of our cohosts sharing an interesting tidbit from her Facebook group...
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S3E7: Let's Talk About Death
In this episode, we're discussing something we'll all experience one day...death. We look at why it's lowkey considered a taboo topic, how we feel about it in general, and whether our perspective on it has changed over the years. Are you prepared for it? Do you think about it? Is your will…
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Sidenote Session: Are You High Value or Great Value?
Today we're having a quick discussion about "high value" men and women? What does that look like and why is society so fixated on the term nowadays? What's your definition of a high value woman and do you meet the criteria sis? Listen to our latest sidenote session and don't forget to let us know...
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Sidenote Session: Sis, Let's Talk About Where We've Been...
Hey Sis! We're back...we promise. We wanted to give a quick update on where we've been and why it's been crickets for a little while. We're excited to be back and ready to drop new episodes for you to listen to and share your thoughts on. See you soon! Don't forget to Like and Subscribe! Follow…
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S3E6: Can You Pay My Bills?
Well...can you? Should you? In this episode, we're discussing money and the double standards that come along with acquiring it. We talk about how we (as women) are typically given more grace when it comes to financial instability and insecurity in our early 30s. How do you balance finances in...
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S3 E5: Can Men and Women Be Friends?
In this episode we discuss the age old question: Can men and women be friends? We delve into it, exploring the topic through some of our own experiences. What are your thoughts? Can men and women be friends, close friends? Or is it a recipe for disaster? Take a listen! Don't forget to Like and...
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S3E4: Sis, Are You Still A Believer?
In this episode, we're discussing our individual and collective faith journeys. We look at how our foundations in Christianity were formed and whether that has faltered throughout the years. We also get candid about the tough times and how we keep ourselves aligned. What does your spiritual…
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Sidenote Session: Dating Faux Pas?
In this sidetone session we’re discussing if it’s a major faux pas to give someone a gift on the first date or it’s a thoughtful gesture that we, especially women, have to practice. Tell us, have you gifted your date a gift on ya’lls first date? Would you ever? Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!...
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S3E3: The Hair Issue
In this episode, we are discussing our personal journeys with our hair. From daydreaming about "Just for Me" box hair, to chopping it all off in our 20s, we share our thoughts and feelings about our hair and how we got to this point. We also take a deeper dive into our perceptions of how society...
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Sidenote Session: Do Looks Matter?
Okay y'all, be honest - do looks really matter?! In this sidenote session, we're discussing whether looks do/should really matter in your relationship. Is it important to have that attraction for your partner from the beginning so that it carries on in the relationship, or do looks fade fast…
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S3E2: For Love or Money?
In this episode, we're discussing marriage and whether it's more important to marry for love or for money. We consider the pros and cons of each and also how the definition of marriage can differ from house to house and culture to culture. What do you think? Are you only saying "I do" if you're…
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Sidenote Session: Calling a Timeout
In this sidenote session, we discuss the obligation to perform and whether we, as spectators, should have so much of a say in a performer's decision. We specifically look at Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka, and the backlash they received for withdrawing from major athletic events. They both cited...
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S3E1: The Privilege of Being Pretty
We're back with our first episode of season 3! In this episode we're sharing our thoughts on Oh!Stephco 's viral video "I don't have pretty privilege. And that sucks", what pretty privilege means to us, if (ever) we've benefitted from it, and whether it's something we need to rethink as a…
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Sidenote Session: How Many Carats Sis?
In this sidenote session we're talking about a post we recently saw on social media. Homegirl said if your man cannot afford a 3 carat engagement ring or better (which apparently costs approx. $3500...girl where?!), he cannot afford your marriage or you as a wife. Is she speaking facts? Hear our...
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S2E7: #RelationshipGoals...Do you have them?
In this episode we're discussing the concept of #relationshipgoals. Do you have them...ahem Ciara and Russel Wilson anyone?! We take a look at celebrity couples and why they are termed "relationship goals", and also discuss what criteria is used to choose these couples. We also consider both the...
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Sidenote Session: Stimulus Checks: Dave Ramsey Said What?!
Popular financial guru, Dave Ramsey, was recently the face of social media criticism for comments he made about the much anticipated stimulus checks in America. Many said he was "poor-shaming" and attacking those less fortunate. Check out today's sidenote session to hear our thoughts! Do you…
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Sidenote Session: Creepin' on 30
Now that we can officially say we're creepin' on 30, we decided to have a quick sidenote about how we're feeling and what that milestone even means! Join our conversation on expectations vs reality in this latest sidenote. Can you relate? And if you've crossed the threshold already...what's all…
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S2E6: Girlfriends: There Through Thick and Thin?
My girlfriendssss! In this episode, we're showing love to the different friendships we've cultivated and how those dynamics have changed from childhood to adulthood. Do you have a person or group of friends you couldn't imagine life without? Are friendships in adulthood needed? We discuss it all...
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Sidenote Session: Dark & Lovely, Not Dark & Average
We've been seeing a lot of social media posts regarding the black community's love for dark skinned black girls. We love to see it! But now we're not questioning whether we love dark skinned girls, we're questioning which ones and why. In this sidenote, we look at if we're perpetuating the same...
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S2E5: Colourism in Our Community: Have we Overcome?
In this episode we're discussing colourism in our community and how far we've come. Have we healed from its effects or are we still perpetuating the same harmful beliefs? We also look at how we can continue to do away with colourism and embrace our blackness in every shade. Have you ever...
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Sidenote Session: First date - who pays!?
On this sidenote session, we discuss the question of who should be paying on a first date - is it lame to go halfsies? If we are all about equality between the sexes, does that mean we should be okay with the date demanding to only pay for his portion? Let's talk about it! Be sure to follow us on...
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S2E4: Is Gucci Still Cancelled? Asking For A Friend...
In this episode we’re looking at cancel culture and the power it holds. Do you think it’s a good thing? We also discuss how cancel culture started. Have you ever cancelled someone or been cancelled yourself? Let us know sis! Follow us on: Instagram: @speakonitsispodcast Spotify iTunes Don’t miss…
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Sidenote Session: Taboo or Not Taboo?
On today's sidenote session, we're taking a look at taboo topics we disagree with! We also discuss how they became taboo and why it's important to open up the conversation again. What do you think? Don't forget to follow us @speakonitsispodcast! Subscribe on iTunes & Spotify so you don't miss…
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S2E3: Positive Mind, Positive Life: Do You Believe in The Law of Attraction?
In this episode, we're talking all about the law of attraction and manifestation. Do you believe in manifesting the life you want through positive thinking? Or is it all just a bunch of hoopla that you pay no mind? We also consider how our faith may or may not align with manifestation and the law...
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Sidenote Session: "Cuties" The Movie
In this sidenote session, we're talking about the movie "Cuties" which received a lot of criticism for its content and the way Netflix promoted the film. Cuties is a French coming-of-age film meant to showcase today's internet culture and the hyper-sexualization of young girls. Do you think the...
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S2E2: Is Monogamy Going Out of Style?
In today’s episode, we’re discussing the trend we’ve noticed when it comes to conventional relationships — polygamy and polyamory are picking up steam! We take a look at whether monogamy is still realistic in today’s society and why we may or may not choose to step outside the box! Share your...
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Sidenote Session: Christian Cooper & Black Forgiveness
In this mini-episode, we discuss the Central Park bird-watcher Christian Cooper's decision not to help the in prosecution of Amy Cooper. The incident shocked the world back in May and Amy Cooper is still dealing with the fallout of her racist actions. We are seeing a trend though; Black people…
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S2E1: Oh Canada: Racism and Defunding the Police
In the premiere episode of season 2, we’re discussing the racial tensions that have been reignited following the deaths of Breonna Taylor, Regis Korchinski-Paquet, George Floyd and countless others in America & Canada. One of the main calls to action has been to defund the police. Are you for it?...
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Episode 10: Are you mediocre, sis?
In this episode, we're looking at hustle culture and the pressure to glo' all the way up during covid-19. Are you mediocre, sis? Is it okay to be mediocre? We also take a look at why there is so much pressure to forgo contentment in order to make it to the top. Are you happy with where you're at…
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Episode 9: Sis, Are We Adulting Right?
In this episode, we are talking all things adulting and the challenges we have---life doing a complete 180, family expectations, and braving through the challenges of staying in your own lane. In our sidenote session, we're taking a look at a post recently seen on the Shaderoom where a man wanted...
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Episode 8: Sis, how do you feel about intimacy?
In this episode we discuss the concept of intimacy and what it looks like with a partner, family, friends, yourself, and God. We also take a look at different ways of developing intimacy and why it's challenging for some relationships more than others. In our side note session, we take a look at...
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Episode 7: Sis, let's talk hot topics!
In this episode we have a light hearted conversation and touch on COVID-19 conspiracy theories, Love is Blind, #fliptheswitchchallenge and the recent hate on Oprah. Be sure to follow us on instagram @speakonitsispodcast
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Episode 6: Sis, do you believe in sisterhood?
In this episode, we discuss the concept of sisterhood. While it's nice to think that we all have each other's backs, experience has shown us otherwise. Is sisterhood real, yall? In the side note session, we discuss some of the scandals that happened this past Black History Month. Have a listen!
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Episode 5: Social media love gurus: love em or leave em, sis?
In this first episode in 2020, the sistas discuss social media relationship experts. We see them all the time; charismatic men giving insight into common relationship problems - but have y'all noticed a trend? There seems to be a booming market of women who these "gurus" are trying to capture....
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Episode 4: "Sis, humble thyself" - 2019 Reflection
We've come to the end of the year (decade!!), and it's time to reflect. In this episode, the sistas talk about the highs and lows of 2019 along with their intentions for 2020. The ladies also discuss helpful techniques they use to recenter and make positive steps towards reaching their goals....
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Episode 3: Let's talk about breakups and closure, sis!
What's your breakup style - yall staying friends or he's blocked? Do you seek closure after a breakup? How do you heal? In this episode the sistas answer these questions and more as they recount the times they have had to bid good riddance to bad rubbish. In the side note session they give their...
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Episode 2: Sis, was university worth it?
In this episode, we discuss the journey to and through post-secondary education. We look at whether young adults are adequately prepared for college/university and whether post-secondary school is worth it to pursue. In our sidenote session, we discuss Don Cherry's controversial comments…
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Episode 1: Get to know us, sis!
Welcome to Speak on it, Sis! the podcast. Meet the 3 sistas that will be hosting the episodes and find out how this podcast came to be!
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