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Sufficiently Black
by Sufficiently Black
Rebranded from So-Called Oreos, Sufficiently Black is a show that explores what it means to be comfortable in your Blackness despite living in a world obsessed with stereotypes. Hosts Kia, Amari, and Janae deep-dive into Black womanhood, identity and culture through a critical lens as they navigate their way through adulthood.
Episodes
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The Evolution of ’the Oreo’ (SERIES FINALE)
The time has come Sufficiently Black family... its the series finale of So-Called Oreos/Sufficiently Black! The trio explains why the podcast is coming to an end and share their thoughts on the word "oreo" now. Sufficiently Black explains how this podcast has shaped their perception on certain...
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”The Black Women vs. Black Men Experience at Work” feat. David Clark
Sufficiently Black discusses their frustrations with the current fashion trends before sitting down with friend of the pod, David Clark (Main convo starts at 10:00). David shares how people approach him at work compared to his Black female counterparts in the office. David, Kia and Janae talk…
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”The Reality of Being A Black Influencer and Black in Tech” feat. Bukola Ayodele
Sufficiently Black talks about Halloween, going to Carnival, and interactions with Caribbean men (interview starts around 00:18:00). The trio is joined by influencer Bukola Ayodele who discusses the pros and cons of Black people working in tech, her untraditional career path, and journey into...
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”What is the Safe Black Person?”
Before getting into the main conversation (starts around 25:00), Janae and Kia discuss their comedy show experience and the trio debates on who is getting saved first on judgement day. Sufficiently Black unpacks what it means to be a "safe Black person" as an everyday person vs. a celebrity. Do…
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”What Men Are Really Thinking” feat. Will and Rich
Before getting into the main conversation (starts around 23:00), Janae and Kia talk about "House of the Dragon" and the history behind "The Woman King." Friends of the pod, Rich and Will join Sufficiently Black giving the guy's perspective on if height effects dating, seeing interracial couples,...
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”Early 20s vs. Late 20s”
Sufficiently Black is back from summer break and ready to go! The trio briefly give their summer highlights before talking about the major changes they see in life in the start of their late 20s compared to their early 20s. The group discusses the astrological shift around 27, the advice they…
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[PLAYBACK] ”Dating Tips from a Professional Matchmaker” feat. Jasmine Diaz
For our last throwback episode of the summer, Sufficiently Black looks back at an interview with Celebrity Black Matchmaker & Dating Strategist, Jasmine Diaz! (Interview starts around 24:00)Diaz tells her fascinating story of starting a matchmaking business during a recession and answers all the...
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[PLAYBACK] ”So What Does Generational Wealth Mean To The Black Community?”
Amari and Janae sit down with Calvin Williams, the founder of Freeman Capital, which is the first Black-owned automated wealth management platform in the country. Calvin explains his early relationship with money that led him into a career of finance and buying his first house at the age of 20.…
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[PLAYBACK] ”Does A Ride Or Die Really Exist?”
We've all heard of the "ride or die" trope but is finding a ride or die partner actually obtainable? Before Kia, Amari and Janae get into the main topic(starts at 27:20), they discuss their trauma of white people loving Black-dominated sports and their issues with one of their favorites... Adele....
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[PLAYBACK] ”So You’re Dealing With Body Changes”
It's a throwback episode for summer break! Before the main event, the hosts discuss their recent endeavors on dating apps and what has (or has not changed) one year after the death of George Floyd. The hosts explain the recent body changes they have noticed in their mid 20s and how they are…
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[PLAYBACK] ”So You’re Concerned About Traveling While Black”
In this throwback episode the hosts discuss their experiences traveling abroad and the concerns they have in certain countries. Janae dives deep in feeling like an outsider in Spain as Kia explains why she had a completely different experience in the same country. Kia talks about China having the...
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[PLAYBACK] ”So Let’s Look at the History of Black Food in America” feat. The Melanin Martha
It's summer break for Sufficiently Black so we're giving you an oldie but goodie! Before the main topic of discussion, the hosts discuss some problematic celebrities and the real definition of "cancel culture." In honor of Juneteenth, the Oreos give some background on the holiday and discuss how...
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”Upgrading in Your Career and Love Life + Hoochie Daddy Summer”
It's the season finale of Sufficiently Black! The host dish about Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan's relationship and the internet's reaction before giving some life updates. Kia and Janae detail the changes in themselves from the start of the podcast until now and also discuss how they are...
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”The Reality of Being A Transracial Adoptee” feat. Sarah Harmatuk
Sarah Harmatuk joins Sufficiently Black to talk about her experience being a Black woman adopted by two white parents and having white siblings. Sarah opens up about her parents connecting her to her culture, her surroundings influencing her dating preferences, and deciding how to educate her...
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”Starting Your Spirituality and Crystal Journey” feat. Telly’s Crystal Corner
Sufficiently Black is joined by Telly from Telly’s Crystal Corner on TikTok to discuss all things crystals and spirituality! (Main discussion starts around 8:50) Telly explains the importance of each of our chakras, gives us the beginner guide to crystals and helps us understand the best crystals...
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”Are Black People Actually Really Conservative?”
Before jumping into the main topic of discussion(starts around 20:00), the trio talk about their vibrant "short king spring" and what it means to have tall girl energy. Sufficiently Black dwells on the question, "are Black people actually more conservative than we think"? Kia, Amari and Janae…
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”Are You The A**hole?”
We are having some fun this episode and discussing some juicy topics we found on the "Am I The Asshole" subreddit! Like, should you be annoyed if your spouse leaves town and doesn't tell you? Is it okay to get mad if your date invites you to cook together then kicks you out when the meal is done?...
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”The Reality of Being Mixed in the Black Community” feat. Mika Stein
Of course we couldn't start recording the episode without talking about The Oscars Slapgate (if you're tired of that topic skip to 0:22). Comedian Mika Stein joins Sufficiently Black to talk about growing up half Jewish and half Black and his relationship with both communities. Mika talks about…
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”Is It Impossible to Keep Up With the Black Beauty Standard?”
Before the main topic of discussion the trio questions if there is a surge of men living with their parents and Kia gives her dating updates! (Main convo starts at 14:20). Sufficiently Black asks, "what beauty standards are held specifically within the Black community?" Kia, Amari and Janae…
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”How Should We Parent Black Children Today?” feat. Ellen Freeman
Mom, professional, and friend of the podcast, Ellen Freeman, joins Sufficiently Black to talk all things parenting! (Discussion starts at 13:40). Ellen tells us about her journey to decide to have kids young and her concerns raising a Black child. The trio and Ellen explain the new trend of…
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”You Look Like You Date White People” feat. Christolin
Sufficiently Black is joined by longtime fan and friend Christolin to discuss the comment, "You look like you date white people." (Interview starts at 10:15). The girls chat with Christolin about his first time hearing the comment, why people make that assumption, who he gets the comment from the...
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”Navigating Modern Dating” feat. The Hard or Soft Podcast
Its episode 69 so you know we had to give you something Juicy! Tahoe (@tahoe_tv) and Orlando (@wh_orlandoroye) from the Hard or Soft Podcast join the show to discuss all the ups and downs of modern dating. The group talks about the wrong way to try to be sexy, the challenges of dating with social...
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”Let’s Talk About Sex (Work), Baby” feat. Jaida Violet
In this NSFW episode, Sufficiently Black is joined by Jaida Violet, a 24-year old sex worker who lost her job during the Covid-19 pandemic and decided to take the leap into doing sex work full time. Jaida opens up about her journey, the challenges of being a plus-size black woman in the industry...
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”Weirdo Behavior to Leave in 2021”
It's the new year and we have a very fun episode for you! Sufficiently Black is talking about all the weirdo behavior that needs to stay in 2021! From everything from work to society to dating, we're discussing what needs to change in order to have the best possible 2022. Join us on Discord!:...
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[Playback] ”So You Want to Manifest Your Dreams” feat. Kimberly Cummings
Happy Holidays! We're going back and listening to an episode about manifesting just in time for the new year! Janae and Kia sit down with Kimberly Cummings, the creator of Manifest Yourself, a digital platform built to promote community, excellence, and support for minority professionals looking…
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[Playback] ”So How Do You Celebrate Holidays With Black Families?”
We're taking a look back at an episode during the So-Called Oreos day for the holiday season! The hosts start off on a little bit of a funny tangent (sorry!) about a white student not knowing he applied to an HBCU and some funny Jonas Brothers interactions. The conversation revolves around how...
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”Why Your Profession Shouldn’t Be Your Personality” feat. Khaaliq Crowder
Sufficiently Black is starting off with a conversation about fighting trolls on the podcast's socials, debating if you should date a bartender and an update on Kia and Janae's night out. For the main topic of discussion (starts at 16:10) Sufficiently Black is joined by Khaaliq "Leeky" Crowder to...
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”Why Do We Expect Black Women To Mother?”
It's getting cold so it only makes sense for Sufficiently Black to start off expressing their true feelings about the cold weather and holidays and how they plan to get through this winter. It's also the last season of Insecure and Kia, Janae and Amari reveal their strong opinions on the…
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”Dating Tips from a Professional Matchmaker” feat. Jasmine Diaz
Sufficiently Black is joined by Celebrity Black Matchmaker & Dating Strategist, Jasmine Diaz! (Interview starts at 18:10). Diaz tells her fascinating story of starting a matchmaking business during a recession and answers all the questions you have for a matchmaker. Jasmine tells us what she…
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”Does A Ride Or Die Really Exist?”
We've all heard of the "ride or die" trope but is finding a ride or die partner actually obtainable? Before Kia, Amari and Janae get into the main topic(starts at 24:50), they discuss their trauma of white people loving Black-dominated sports and their issues with one of their favorites... Adele....
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”Why Is There A Divide Within The African Diaspora?” feat. Dr. Amy Yeboah Quarkume
Have you noticed that there always seems to be a disconnect between African Americans and other people in the Diaspora? Why does it feel like being labeled "African American" is a bad thing? Sufficiently Black explores these questions with "daughter of Africa," Howard University Professor Dr. Amy...
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”What Does It Mean to Be Black?”
We are officially back!! In the first episode since the rebrand, Kia, Amari and Janae give updates on their lives since the start of summer and explain how they have readapted to living in white spaces because of covid. The hosts discuss all the factors that make someone Black, why struggling…
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[Playback] ”So You Want To Get Into Astrology” feat. Mecca Woods
Oreo gang we promise this is the final playback episode before the official rebrand to Sufficiently Black on September 21st! Until then, we are visiting one of our favorite episode where we sat down with Mecca Woods, a professionally trained astrologer, author, host and podcaster to talk all…
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Introducing Sufficiently Black
Oreo gang.....We're excited to announce the launch of Sufficiently Black premiering on September 21st! Rebranded from So-Called Oreos, Sufficiently Black is a show that explores what it means to be comfortable in your Blackness despite living in a world obsessed with stereotypes. Hosts Kia…
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[Playback] ”So You Have Some Amazing Black Female Friends”
Oreo gang we are still prepping for this rebrand but don't worry we are coming back stronger than ever! Amari decided to grace us with a lovely poem before we take a look at an episode all about love and friendship! The Oreos discuss the importance and significance of the Black female friendships...
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[Playback] ”So Let‘s Talk About Colorism”
It is the last episode before the rebrand! We are taking a look back at one of our most played episodes and a highly requested topic... Colorism. The Oreos deep dive into the definition and history of colorism and discuss how colorism is ingrained in our society with a particular focus in media....
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[Playback] ”So What‘s Your Experience With Interracial Dating?”
In prepping for our rebrand we are taking a look back to our episode on interracial dating. Amari opens up with some personal news and updates since 2019 before the Oreos discuss their different experiences with dating other races. The conversation takes an emotional turn when a popular OK Cupid...
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[Playback] ”So You‘re Just Pretty For a Black Girl”
The So-Called Oreos are prepping for their highly anticipated rebrand and they are revisiting early episodes that really embody the "Oreo" experience. We take a look at the so-called compliment, "you're pretty for a black girl" and discuss the different impact of compliments based on skin color....
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[Playback] ”So You‘ve Been Told You Talk So White”
It's time to take it back! We're revisiting one of our first episodes while we prep for our rebrand! In this episode, the Oreos discuss the topic of "talking white" and the negative implications it has on our culture and society. Omio: omio.sjv.io/c/2544961/1078765/7385 Join us on Discord!:...
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”So Let‘s Look at the History of Black Food in America” feat. The Melanin Martha
It is the last episode before So-Called Oreos takes a hiatus for the summer before our well anticipated rebrand! (Don't worry we will still have episodes for you to listen to during the break.) Before the main topic of discussion, the hosts discuss some problematic celebrities and the real...
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”So You Have Questions for Us”
The Oreo gang start the episode off by giving an update about the podcast and the issues they have with current "Black" shows on air. The conversation is a lighter one as the Oreos decide to clear out their mailbox with the questions you have! Kia, Janae and Amari address how to hold yourself...
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”So You‘re Dealing With Body Changes”
It's the 50th episode and two year anniversary so cue the airhorn! Before the main event the hosts discuss their recent endeavors on dating apps and what has (or has not changed) one year after the death of George Floyd. (Main convo starts at 30:00) The hosts explain the recent body changes they...
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”So You‘re Black and Love a White-Dominated Sport” feat. Tari Kandemiri
It's a single Oreo episode with Amari interviewing her co-host of ESPN's Sound On with Tari & Amari, Tari Kandemiri. Tari is the creator of the popular social account, Official Lax Girl, the founder of skincare company Hama Beauty Inc, and on the Board of Directors of The Tewaaraton Foundation....
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”So You‘re at Odds With Religion in the Black Community”
The Oreos sit down to discuss all things religion and spirituality as they grapple with not fully believing in things that are common in the Black community. After giving a history lesson and stats on the current relationship between Black people and religion, the hosts discuss their religious...
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”So...Can Minorities Be Racist?” feat. Jasmine Price
The Oreos answer the very important and complicated question, can minorities be racist? It's something we've seen discussed and wanted to do a deep dive to settle the answer once and for all. Kia and Janae are joined by Jasmine Price, an educator, professor, and most importantly, Janae's older...
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”So You‘re Processing the Past Year of the Covid Pandemic”
Happy Spring! The Oreos start the episode off discussing the importance of trying to understand the content your friends love and speaking on the recent attacks on Asian women in the USA and how we can make progress going forward. Its officially be one year since lockdowns took place for most of...
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”So You Want to Take Part in the Great Reverse Migration”
It is almost officially that one year mark from when lockdowns swept America and the world because of Covid -19. Kia and Janae reminisce on the initial shock of events in March 2020 and Janae explains why she is hyped to be qualified for the vaccine. To start off the topic of discussion, the…
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”So Once Upon a Time You Loved Someone”
We're getting a little personal this episode Oreo gang! The Oreos still feel the love in the air, recording the day after Valentine's Day, they explain how they spent the holiday, thoughts on the rom-com Namaste Wahala and having epiphanies about dating. The group goes in about their personal...
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”So You‘re Unsure of The Nice Guy”
Before the Oreos get into the topic of discussion, they express their annoyance with being reached out to last minute to help on Black History Month content. But on a happier note... it's time for Valentine's Day Oreo Gang! We have heard the term "nice guy" sometimes used in a positive, negative…
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”So You Have a Problematic Fave”
It's Janae's birthday! What other way to celebrate than discuss white people's obsession with MLK, dish about Bling Empire on Netflix and debate if British actors should portray Black Americans? The Oreos are talking everything about problematic faves, whether it's no longer supporting Kanye,...
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Rebranded from So-Called Oreos, Sufficiently Black is a show that explores what it means to be comfortable in your Blackness despite living in a world obsessed with stereotypes. Hosts Kia, Amari, and Janae deep-dive into Black womanhood, identity and culture through a critical lens as they navigate their way through adulthood.
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Rebranded from So-Called Oreos, Sufficiently Black is a show that explores what it means to be comfortable in your Blackness despite living in a world obsessed with stereotypes. Hosts Kia, Amari, and Janae deep-dive into Black womanhood, identity and culture through a critical lens as they navigate...
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