Alexandra Unfiltered

Black women are under attack. Black women are brutalized by our intimate partners, our family members, and a criminal justice system that routinely, systematically fails us in every way possible. How can understanding misogynoir help us navigate—and solve—the rising crisis of Black femicide in America? And what exactly is misogynoir anyway?

It’s no secret that mainstream feminism has empowered women with a TON of wins—Title IX, abortion access, workplace protections against sexual harassment, and more. But even with these wins, mainstream feminism still has quite a few losses, namely the silencing of Black women’s voices. What is womanism, exactly? How does it differ from feminism? And how can feminism and womanism work hand in hand to achieve liberation for all women?

Americans are unfortunately dealing with two types of ICE this year: the ice on our roads during this chilly polar vortex, and ICE (forcefully and unlawfully) in our streets, our homes, and our lives. Is there a connection between the lethal force ICE utilizes against innocent people and the lethal force that the State weaponizes against women’s sexual autonomy? You bet your ass there is! In this episode, we will explore the intersection between State-sanctioned violence against women and interpersonal violence against women. How do the two relate? And what does this connection mean for the future of American women’s sexual and reproductive agency—and safety?

The re-emergence of conservatism can be seen in almost every facet of American society, especially in women’s movements. Today, we discuss the ways this re-emergence manifests in women who generally fall into one of 2 categories: patriarchy princesses (think TradWives), and delulu dummies (your bestie who won’t break up with her no-good toxic boyfriend). How do these groups of women influence public policy? And what does this conservative rise say about the future of women’s liberation? “Alexandra UNFILTERED” now airs every other Monday at 8pm Eastern! 💋✨⚡️

Riddle me this: Americans are more college-educated today than they have ever been at any time in our history. So why are college-educated Americans leaning “right” (politically) rather than “left”? How do we explain the phenomenon of college-educated individuals voting for someone like Donald Trump? And how can Americans overcome the growing divide between “regular” folks and the emerging social caste of the growing “consultant class”? Be sure to listen to “part 1” of this episode as well!

Riddle me this: Americans are more college-educated today than they have ever been at any time in our history. So why are college-educated Americans leaning “right” (politically) rather than “left”? How do we explain the phenomenon of college-educated individuals voting for someone like Donald Trump? And how can Americans overcome the growing divide between “regular” folks and the emerging social caste of the growing “consultant class”? Be sure to listen to “part 2” of this episode as well!

When does the spiritual become exploitative? In this episode, I explore what happens when faith-based leaders in the (Christian) church abuse their power by harming the very same parishioners they claim to love—people whom they’re charged with spirituality, and physically protecting.

Every woman of every background needs AT LEAST five (5) non-negotiable principles that she applies to every single facet of her life—her goals, her romantic relationships, her friendships, her familial connections, her self-improvement—alladat! This episode outlines the list of 5 non-negotiable principles I have uniquely crafted based on my lived experiences, my education, and my plans for my future. These principles are sure to help improve and empower you—so take notes! 📝 ❤️‍🔥

Part II of this mini-series. If you haven’t already, please don’t forget to listen to Part I! ❤️‍🔥 [Part I episode description: Ladies, I’m sad to report that we are STILL in a sassy man apocalypse! More than ever, the (unhealed, insecure, incel) menfolk want to be women. But, in an ever-shifting world of changing gender roles & expectations, what does that even mean? And how does this “apocalypse” play out in real life?] ❤️‍🔥

Ladies, I’m sad to report that we are STILL in a sassy man apocalypse! More than ever, the (unhealed, insecure, incel) menfolk want to be women. But, in an ever-shifting world of changing gender roles & expectations, what does that even mean? And how does this “apocalypse” play out in real life? Don’t forget to listen to “Part II”’of this episode!! ❤️‍🔥

Several reports show that up to 300,000 (!) Black women are being forced out of the workforce as a result of Trump-era federal downsizing to agencies & departments where Black women are disproportionately represented. What are the short and long-term impacts of this workforce exodus? And how can we as Black women fight back?

Unfortunately, if you’re a woman on the internet—or you’re a woman in real life—you’ve had at least one unpleasant interaction with a member of “the Manosphere”. But what exactly is the Manosphere? Who are its primary members? And what does the Manosphere’s existence mean for women in real life?

In this new series, I am performing a deep-dive into the long-term impacts of generational poverty on families, women and girls, by using my personal life & the lives & stories of the women in my own family as a backdrop.

The “sassy man” of today is a cisgender heterosexual man who weaponizes feminist buzzwords in an effort to assert domination and control over modern women—women who now have the power of autonomy and choice. But why are we in a “sassy man apocalypse”? And how is this phenomena reflective of the changing power dynamics between men and women?

People of color (POC) who live in America (and abroad) are often extremely prejudiced and bigoted towards Black American people. This is especially evident among POC who emigrate to America, and even though they are American by naturalization, they are still just as anti-Black as racist White people are. But why is that?

Sooooooo the Catholic Church has a new pope! Pope Leo XIV (a/k/a Cardinal Robert Prevost) is the first American-born pontiff in history, having been born and raised in Chicago, Illinois (big ups to the Midwest). This historical moment, combined with my own upbringing as a preacher’s kid in a Jamaican household, made me think of the myriad ways that the 3 major Abrahamic religions—Christianity, Judaism, and Islam—shape both women’s history and the progression (and regression) of women’s rights, especially here in America. What does Pope Leo XIV’s election mean for American women? How will Abrahamic religions, especially Christianity continue to impact women’s movements in the United States?

In this fiery episode, we dive headfirst into the oh-so-scandalous Shannon Sharpe sex abuse controversy. This isn’t just one man and one accusation. It’s about the centuries-old pattern of Black men caught in the crosshairs of hypermasculinity, public suspicion, white femininity, and Black men’s antipathy towards Black women. Enjoy! ☺️

Part 2 concludes this series focusing on the history of women’s rights in the U.S., this time delving into the history of Hispanic/Latina and Asian American women in particular.

Today’s episode is part one of a series focusing on the history of women’s rights in America. Part 1 revolves around Black and Native & Indigenous women’s history specifically, and how this unique history has impacted the mainstream feminist movements we see today.

Happy Women’s History Month! In today’s episode, we’re diving into a concept that is deeply familiar to many women: “the second shift”, a term coined by sociologist Arlie Hochschild in 1989. Enjoy! ❤️‍🔥🎙️

In today’s episode, we break down the stats & facts on human trafficking, while examining the unique impact of trafficking on Black women and girls in the United States.

During today’s episode, we’ll be talking about a global epidemic targeting women and girls: femicide. Note: this episode contains uncomfortable, potentially triggering language. Listener discretion is advised. ALSO we’ve made it to 10 whole episodes guys! 🥹 Thank you so much for listening, subscribing, liking, and just being there. Here’s to ten HUNDRED more episodes! Let’s bring down the patriarchy together!!🥂✨

In this episode, we explore the Black feminist phenomenon of “From Pet to Threat”, a theory coined and created by university professor and psychology expert Dr. Kecia M. Thomas.

“You can thank Black women for that” is my motto going forward. Happy Black History Month my loves! 🖤❤️💚 This episode talks about the importance of the Black feminist movement, and how Black feminism advocates for change that positively impacts everyone—not just Black women. Enjoy! ❤️‍🔥🎙️

In today’s episode, I talk about my new sociological theory: a woman’s class has a greater impact on her reproductive decisions than her race, income, educational level, ethnicity, religion, or geographic location. Enjoy!

In this powerful episode, we dive into the ongoing Black maternal health crisis in America, where Black women face significantly higher rates of maternal mortality and morbidity compared to women of other races.

Happy Thanksgiving yall! While you’re chowing down on turkey, think about this: despite making up nearly half of the global population, women are more likely than men to experience poverty. Why is that? In today’s episode, we explore the concept of “the feminization of poverty”—a term used to describe the disproportionate impact of poverty on women.

Millions of people around the world cannot afford menstrual products, menstrual education, or access to clean water and sanitation facilities to manage their menstrual health & hygiene. But what is period poverty? And what social and political forces cause it?

Pick-Me Women eat, sleep, and breathe for male approval. Their very existence is in service for validation from men and men only. How is it possible, then, that Pick-Me Women are so deliciously BAD at picking good men??

The “good woman” is a living, breathing set of contradictions—she is virginal, yet sexy; intelligent but deferential; attractive, but humble. A “good woman” however, is never quite “good enough”. And patriarchal society punishes her accordingly.

A woman who is drunk off the patriarchal piss is worse than the worst pick-me you’ve ever met. But what is the “patriarchal piss”? And what does it mean for a woman to be “drunk” from it?