Blher
64 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 39 ratingsBlher Podcast takes on the world one social issue at a time ----highlighting the perspectives of two young, black, professional women. We cover everything from politics, law, religion, pop culture and the day-to-day we face through storytelling and discussion. Featuring Kelly and Brittany. www..Blher.com
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Episodes
Mindful Consumption feat. Nathalie
July 28, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBKelly sits down with Nathalie, a queer immigrant originally from the Ivory Coast who is an Eco-friendly YouTuber and fashion reseller. They discuss fast fashion and its exploitation of women, specifically women of color, and easy steps we can all take to build towards a more sustainable lifestyle. https://linktr.ee/Styledunder25 www.blher.com
Mindful Consumption feat. Nathalie
July 28, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBKelly sits down with Nathalie, a queer immigrant originally from the Ivory Coast who is an Eco-friendly YouTuber and fashion reseller. They discuss fast fashion and its exploitation of women, specifically women of color, and easy steps we can all take to build towards a more sustainable lifestyle. https://linktr.ee/Styledunder25 www.blher.com
Thirty
June 16, 2021 02:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBIn our latest episode, we discuss how our perspectives and self-assurance have changed as we've moved into a new phase in life in our thirties.
COVID, Politics & Hope: A Conversation with Senator Tony Vargas
May 12, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBThis episode features state Senator Tony Vargas from the Nebraska state legislature. Senator Vargas discusses a variety of topics, including his work during the COVID pandemic in one of the country's biggest hotspots.
Attempting Democracy
October 21, 2020 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode, we are discussing elections, democracy, and the importance of voting on November 3rd. https://vote.gov/ https://ballotpedia.org/Sample_Ballot_Lookup Episode Transcript: https://www.blher.com/blog/attemptingdemocracy
Anti-racism, Activism, and Law: A Conversation with Prof. Jeff Baker
August 26, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBBrittany and Kelly have a conversation with Professor of Law Jeffrey Baker about the importance of rule of law and how it intersects with anti-racism and activism.
Nutrition as Black Women featuring Essence Leftridge, RDN, MPH
July 29, 2020 02:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBBrittany and Kelly Jeanine interview Essence Leftridge, who is a certified Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and also holds a Masters in Public Health. Essence discusses her journey working in nutrition as a Black woman, and the disparities and challenges we face when it comes to nutrition as Black women. Follow Essence on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onebalancedvegan/ www.blher.com
Womanist Biblical Approaches feat. The Reverend Dr. Wil Gafney
July 01, 2020 03:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBIn today’s episode we are sitting down with The Reverend Dr. Wil Gafney. The Reverend Dr. Wil Gafney is Professor of Hebrew Bible at Brite Divinity School in Fort Worth, Texas. She is the author of Womanist Midrash: A Reintroduction to Women of the Torah and of the Throne, Daughters of Miriam: Women Prophets in Ancient Israel, and other works. In today’s episode we are discussing Womanist Biblical interpretation and how we can apply that to our approach to Christianity as Black women. http...
From Protests to Ballots
June 17, 2020 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this episode Kelly Jeanine and Brittany discuss the recent protests, the stereotypes of "The Black Vote" and how we each have immense power to make a difference in our communities.
Friends for Life (Kinda)
May 20, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBBrittany and Kelly discuss how friendships change over the years in different phases of life.
Friends for Life (Kinda)
May 20, 2020 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBBrittany and Kelly discuss how friendships change over the years in different phases of life.
Covid Chronicles
April 08, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBIn today’s episode we are discussing life during a pandemic and how we’re finding peace. We hope you are staying healthy and safe during these hard times!
Covid Chronicles
April 08, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBIn today’s episode we are discussing life during a pandemic and how we’re finding peace. We hope you are staying healthy and safe during these hard times!
Activism on the Fringes
January 08, 2020 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBAre social media activists "on the fringe" of what it means to truly be an activist? What's the difference between activism and advocacy? In our final episode of season 4 discuss what activism can look like in our world today. www.blher.com
Music & Culture
December 11, 2019 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBIn today’s episode we are discussing the music we love, how music changes lives, and the importance of music in society and culture. Make sure to check out our playlist on Spotify, where we have a list of our faves! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/03TNYK0EIizRgKi1y7Z5UN?si=x_f8hxMlRlGK-ubF6JDcuQ
Modern Colonization
November 27, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIn this episode, as we welcome the Thanksgiving holiday, Brittany and Kelly explore colonization and American history
Thanksgiving Is for Colonizing
November 27, 2019 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIn this episode, as we welcome the Thanksgiving holiday, Brittany and Kelly explore colonization and American history
Stay Well
November 13, 2019 05:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode we discuss our experiences related to health as black women and the disparities in America for health outcomes among black women.
Work in Progress
October 30, 2019 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly break down some of the simple mistakes and faux pas they see in the workplace. They also talk about mentorship and how to network with leaders. www.blher.com
A Conversation With Leslie
October 16, 2019 03:00 - 55 minutes - 38.5 MBIn this episode, Brittany and Kelly sit down for a conversation with Leslie Irby who has made history as the first African-American woman with a disability to earn a pilot's license and the first African-American woman with a disability to take the runway at New York Fashion Week. They speak with her about her inspiration, goals and staying motivated, and the importance of women empowerment
Our Home is on Fire
October 02, 2019 04:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBIn the second episode of Season 4 Kelly Jeanine and Brittany discuss the climate crisis, the larger implications, and how black and brown communities are impacted. www.blher.com https://www.instagram.com/blherpodcast/ https://twitter.com/BlherPodcast
Love In The Mix
September 18, 2019 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBBrittany and Kelly Jeanine kick off season 4 with a blunt discussion on love, blackness, interracial dating and how it all collides together in the world we live in. www.blher.com
It's Our Birthday! Season 3 Best Of: Black Women at Work
June 26, 2019 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBJoin us as we celebrate our 1st birthday with our Season 3 "Best Of" anniversary episode. In this episode we highlight moments from our latest season on topics that impact us as black women in professional settings. Thank you for all your support this past year! http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/1043332-emotional-labor http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/1002735-keeping-it-professional http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/1073210-women-and-power
Rethink The Diet Sis
June 12, 2019 04:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly discuss diet culture, societal pressure to be thin, and how this impacts black women.
A Woman's Right
May 29, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly discuss a woman's right to choose an abortion, if the right should exists and different perspectives on what it means to be "pro-life" or "pro-choice."
Identities
May 15, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBBrittany and Kelly explore the implications of the one drop rule and how racial ambiguity and identity impact the black community.
Women and Power
May 01, 2019 02:00 - 50 minutes - 23 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly take a look at the dynamics of power and challenges to obtaining power that women face. They focus on these issues in government, corporate America, and their own lives.
Emotional Labor
April 17, 2019 03:00 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly explore "emotional labor", the unpaid, sometimes unseen work that we do by providing unchecked emotional support to those around us. They take an in depth look at how emotional labor impacts women and particularly women of color on a day to day basis.
Going & Gone
April 02, 2019 04:00 - 57 minutes - 26.3 MBBrittany and Kelly Jeanine discuss why young adults are leaving the church. Episode discusses how issues like social justice and community needs are prioritized, and how churches can do better at messaging and including members of all ages.
Keeping It Professional
March 19, 2019 04:00 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly discuss their professional work experiences and share tips on how to succeed in the workplace
Globalization
March 06, 2019 04:00 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode Kelly and Brittany discuss globalization and its impact on politics, life for minorities in America, the environment, and education.
Jesus, Hotep, and Mohammed
February 20, 2019 03:00 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly explore the diversity of religion in the Black Diaspora. They discuss the roots of religion in Africa and how world religions have been shaped by Black people.
Unwhitewashing Black History Month
February 05, 2019 05:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBIn our latest episode we discuss the origins of Black History Month, how it's been watered down in modern society, and how we can reclaim and celebrate our history. To learn more about some notable black women who furthered Civil Rights visit: https://www.blher.com/episode-recaps/blackwomeninhistory www.blher.com
The Need for Black Feminism featuring Adrina Fanore and Davis Northern
January 22, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBIn Season 3 Episode 2 we sit down with Adrina Fanore and Davis Northern to discuss Astral, their fashion film centered around the power of black women. We also discuss black feminism and how it has impacted our lives and spiritual journeys. Watch the trailer for Astral here: https://youtu.be/SHTnf56koAY www.blher.com https://ifundwomen.com/projects/adrina-fanore https://www.instagram.com/modernnoire/ __________________ Davis Northern is a director, producer, cinematographer, and edito...
The Need for Black Feminism featuring Adrina Fanore and Davis Northern
January 22, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBIn Season 3 Episode 2 we sit down with Adrina Fanore and Davis Northern to discuss Astral, their fashion film centered around the power of black women. We also discuss black feminism and how it has impacted our lives and spiritual journeys. Watch the trailer for Astral here: https://youtu.be/SHTnf56koAY www.blher.com https://ifundwomen.com/projects/adrina-fanore https://www.instagram.com/modernnoire/ __________________ Davis Northern is a director, producer, cinematographer, and edito...
2019 - Embrace the Win
January 08, 2019 05:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBIn Season 3 episode 1, Brittany and Kelly sit down with Anthony Bolden from Embolden Podcast to discuss New Year's Resolutions, goals and intentions. https://www.instagram.com/theemboldenpodcast/ www.blher.com
Embrace the Win
January 08, 2019 05:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBIn Season 3 episode 1, Brittany and Kelly sit down with Anthony Bolden from Embolden Podcast to discuss New Year's Resolutions, goals and intentions. https://www.instagram.com/theemboldenpodcast/ www.blher.com
Embrace the Win
January 08, 2019 05:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBIn Season 3 episode 1, Brittany and Kelly sit down with Anthony Bolden from Embolden Podcast to discuss New Year's Resolutions, goals and intentions. https://www.instagram.com/theemboldenpodcast/ www.blher.com
You Are What You Can Afford
December 05, 2018 01:00 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode, Brittany and Kelly discuss food access and the impact it has on people of color. They explore the socioeconomic factors surrounding access to quality food, their personal lifestyle choices, and food policy.
Holiday Rant
November 21, 2018 03:00 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBFrom Capitalism to Kwanzaa. In this episode, Brittany and Kelly rant about the holidays, the pros and the cons. They explore ways to ethically celebrate Thanksgiving, new traditions, how capitalism has impeded on family time, and other things. WARNING: Full Rant Mode.
Justice for All
November 14, 2018 05:00 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBIn this episode Brittany discusses the U.S. criminal justice system and the needs efforts for reform.
Black Check
November 07, 2018 03:00 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MBIn this week's episode Brittany and Kelly discuss how communities -- like Black Americans -- define and maintain our culture and what that means for “black checking” and having a “black card”
Ballot Woes
October 30, 2018 04:00 - 50 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly explore the democratic process-voting, they look at the reality of voter suppression, some interesting campaigns across the country, and the history of voting in America. Resources: NCLS Felon Voting Resource http://www.ncsl.org/research/elections-and-campaigns/felon-voting-rights.aspx ACLU Map on disenfranchisement https://www.aclu.org/issues/voting-rights/voter-restoration/felony-disenfranchisement-laws-map Felony Voter Study https://news.uga.edu/to...
Diaspora
October 24, 2018 04:00 - 51 minutes - 23.5 MBIn Season 2 Episode 5 we are talking about the diaspora, and how black culture connects, intersects and differs in America, the West Indies, countries in Africa and more. This episode is mostly about amplifying the struggles and nuances of different black cultures in hopes of better finding unity and a celebration of blackness, while recognizing we are viewing the topic from an American lens. www.blher.com
Soapbox Edition
October 16, 2018 04:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBIn episode 4 of season 2 Brittany and Kelly Jeanine dissect some of the crazy news trending on Twitter.
Welfare Queen
October 09, 2018 04:00 - 44 minutes - 20.4 MBIn today’s episode we are talking about politics, social services, and the pervasive stereotype of the “Welfare Queen” that has negatively affected black women. www.blher.com
The Locker Room
October 02, 2018 04:00 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly are joined by Jahaziel Howard, former overseas basketball player and brother to NBA player Dwight Howard, and Quatavious Cash, professional boxer featured on The Contender. They discuss the politics behind sports and the obstacles black professional athletes face.
Explore
September 25, 2018 04:00 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MBIn the first episode of Season 2 Brittany and Kelly Jeanine talk about how traveling has impacted their worldview, definition of blackness, and views on racism at home and around the globe. www.Blher.com Listener survey: https://survey.feedbackly.com/surveys/G3qidYrjW
Season 1 Best Of: The Issues We Face
September 18, 2018 04:00 - 19 minutes - 8.81 MBIn this episode Brittany and Kelly Jeanine recap topics from season 1 including immigration, domestic violence and politics. **Help make us better! Fill out our listener survey: https://survey.feedbackly.com/surveys/G3qidYrjW This episode references: http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/765036-the-s-word http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/753254-the-25 http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/742628-america-and-the-immigrant Season 2 kicks off next week! www.blher.com
Best of Religion & Black Women
September 11, 2018 04:00 - 16 minutes - 7.44 MBThis episode is a recap moments of season 1 that touch on how religion impacts black women and women of color. We'll dive into patriarchy, gender roles and purity culture. This episode draws from: - Feminism and Faith:http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/735436-feminism-and-faith - Pure: http://blher.buzzsprout.com/183177/782375-pure www.blher.com