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Go Off, Sis

81 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 335 ratings

Go Off, Sis is an R29 sub-brand: Unbothered video series that confronts the hard truths around being a Black woman in America; championing dialogues and creating a community that celebrates Black Voices

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BONUS EPISODE: King Pleasure: Parallel Modeling ft. Jeanine Heriveaux & Lisane Basquiat

June 23, 2023 17:19 - 1 hour - 139 MB

For the first time ever the Basquiat family has opened the estate’s vault and given us the opportunity to see hundreds of never before seen works from the late great Jean-Michel Basquiat. Led by his sisters Jeanine Heriveaux and Lisane Basquiat, the Jean-Michel King Pleasure exhibit showcases rare and never before seen pieces by the late artist.  In a live, intimate conversation with Chelsea cohost of Go Off, Sis at The King Pleasure Exhibit in Los Angeles, Jeanine and Lisane open up about...

Break Up With That Stylist ft. Teyana Taylor

April 06, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 158 MB

Close your eyes... let's throw it back to the OG salon - the days of hot combs, “hold your ear,” and your momma's attempt at your favorite styles that NEVER came out right. Now let's jump to the present…we now have products designed for our texture, “click-to-ship” lace fronts, ombre micro links, exotic bundles, and hefty deposits to book your favorite stylist. Whatever your style flavor, we can SAY we have evolved! The Go Off, Sis crew is closing out this capsule season sharing hilarious,...

Wigs Not Sitting Right ft. Novi Brown

March 30, 2023 09:04 - 1 hour - 147 MB

Pop Quiz: What is the one hairstyle that had Black women in a chokehold? Think about it! Ok, let's go down memory lane. The Go Off, Sis crew is throwing it back to their favorite styles, hair moments, and how they could never get that "hair bump" right! In this episode, we are talking about our personal relationship with our hair and the influence of pop culture, music, and icons that impact us. We are giving flowers to TV shows and cultural moments that deserve a "chef's kiss" for amazing h...

Bae & Bonnets ft. Coco Jones

March 23, 2023 10:24 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Dating + relationships + hair combined can be as complicated and stressful as securing Renaissance tickets. Today, we're going into taboo subjects surrounding romance and appearance. The Go Off, Sis crew is going IN and asking serious questions about Black women and hair: When do we put the bonnet on in front of a "new" bae? When do we reveal the “Meek Mill” cornrows under the wig? Would you pull off your wig during your first (you know what) with a mate? Do you have a particular hairsty...

Chopping It Off & Up ft. Lacy Redway

March 16, 2023 08:26 - 58 minutes - 134 MB

Hey Sis, WE'RE BACK!!! During this capsule edition of Go Off, Sis, presented by Dove, we are giving homage to the epicenter of Black hair. Today we're talking about the "BIG CHOP". The “Big Chop” has been a major expression for Black women that symbolizes release, expression, freedom, and discovery. So we think it's time to Cut It Off, Sis! Whether we’re cutting off hair, the toxic stigmas around our hair, or reliving the time that we had to cut it off (not by choice). To add more volume to ...

The Hair Salon: Season Trailer

March 09, 2023 10:59 - 3 minutes - 8.64 MB

Did you miss us?! Because we've certainly missed you! The Unbothered team is BACK for a special edition of Go Off, Sis. This (mini) capsule season will give homage to the epicenter of Black culture - the hair salon. Our salons have been more than a safe space for style and beauty but a sanctuary for confidence, therapy, hot topics, fellowship, and all the tea. So hop in the chair and get ready because we're getting into everything. From protective styles to when are we pulling out the bonne...

The Community Recipe ft. Tabitha Brown

November 03, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 201 MB

Whether we’re adding the key ingredient to that secret family dish or being the key ingredient in our communities, Black women have the recipe! As we prepare to gather around the table this holiday season it’s time to talk about how we nurture ourselves and how our food nourishes our mind, body and soul. In this episode, we're also taking a look at some of the empty calories that do not contribute to our success. Because overall, we want the recipe to continue to serve us! To add more flavor...

Too Many Pigeons In America ft. Chidi Ashley

October 20, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 145 MB

With Summer ghosting us, Fall sending “you up?” texts and America doing America we ask ourselves: Is it time to slide? Black people across the globe are leaving urban areas and going rural and remote to find peace and balance: So should we? On this episode we’re packing bags and figuring out where do we want to live, is it safe for us there and what are our responsibilities to these countries and communities. We’ll also get a visit from our 8 figure sista, entrepreneur and travel expert Chidi...

Invest In Thyself Pt 2: Pleasure Principle ft. Shan Broodram

October 06, 2022 09:42 - 1 hour - 199 MB

We are back with part two of Invest in Thyself. We hope you made those deposits to grow your personal, platonic and romantic portfolios. But today, let’s cue the 90’s soundtrack, "Let’s talk about Sex, Baby!" Black women, have been over-sexualized for decades, yet understanding pleasure and sexual exploration remains taboo. Today, we are pushing boundaries! We are having a healthy discussion around safety, kinks, partnership and communication. We couldn’t just have one guest for this, we b...

Invest In Thyself Pt 1: Relationships ft. Joy Ofodu

September 22, 2022 10:47 - 58 minutes - 133 MB

Is it time to cash in!? Today, we are going to the bank, in a two-part series called Invest in ThySelf! As the season changes and the days become shorter, it is inevitable that we will hear the phrase CUFFING SEASON. We are kicking off, part one of “Invest In Thyself,” discussing and rethinking how we invest in interpersonal and external connections. What are we doing before entering into romantic relationships? How do we invest in maintaining healthy relationships and are we shifting to pr...

Black Sweat: Women in Sports ft. Nneka Ogwumike

September 08, 2022 10:51 - 1 hour - 163 MB

Whether, it’s Serena with the left, Simone with the flip or Sha’Carri with the swift, Black women continue to put in the work within sports and the culture. Flowers are far overdue and the list continues to grow as Black women put in both mental and physical sweat, equity and labor within the sports industry. On this episode, we're shedding light on our women in sports and the problematic concerns around pay, player treatment and personal style despite their dedication to the craft. Our spec...

The Season of Finesse ft. Kali

August 25, 2022 11:04 - 1 hour - 176 MB

The Unbothered crew is shaking the table as we enter a new season. Some might call it The Season of Toxicity, some may call it The Summer of Scams, The Fall of the Finesse or A Season of Reparations. Whatever, you call it.....tis this season to live your best life, sis! No matter what side of the table you are on - scams are always around us, and as we talk about finesse as a concept, why does it always look different for Black women? Is it wrong to get flewed out by your Fairy God Sugar Da...

Softness & Strength

August 11, 2022 11:32 - 44 minutes - 102 MB

There’s no arguing the fact that the #softlife is trending. Are you having a soft girl summer? And, what are the ingredients for a soft life? Is it a bubble bath with herbal tea or a first-class trip to the Maldives? On this episode, we are defining the soft life. The Unbothered team will break down the stigma of Strong Black Women, and share how we can make more room for a life of tenderness, peace and freedom. But first, you know we have a few questions: how do Black women cultivate softn...

Am I The Drama?! Black Wellness: Pt 2 ft. Khae Not Bae

July 28, 2022 10:55 - 55 minutes - 127 MB

Are you REALLY good, Sis??? We are back for part two of this Black wellness check series and we're going a little deeper this time. Today, we are having a conversation around self sabotage, self evaluation, and personal development. Because, sometimes we are the drama! The Unbothered crew discusses everything from toxic traits, how they show up in therapy and whose daddy might be straight from a Tyler Perry film. To add a lil extra sriracha to this roundtable we have viral sensation, influenc...

You Good, Sis? Black Wellness: Pt 1 ft. Queen Afua

July 14, 2022 12:22 - 1 hour - 172 MB

How are you?! No really, we think it’s time for a wellness check in. Being healthy is not easy and can be very confusing for Black women. The Unbothered crew kicks off a two-part wellness series, internal and external. We think it’s time to break down the industry, consider the ancient remedies, reevaluate our goals and share some unpopular opinions on health. We’ll dive into the tension between the two sides of wellness: Team Green Juice Detox Meditation vs. Team YOLO. We'll then woosah o...

You Good, Sis? Black Wellness: Part 1 ft. Queen Afua

July 14, 2022 12:22 - 1 hour - 172 MB

How are you?! No really, we think it’s time for a wellness check in. Being healthy is not easy and can be very confusing for Black women. The Unbothered crew kicks off a two-part wellness series, internal and external. We think it’s time to break down the industry, consider the ancient remedies, reevaluate our goals and share some unpopular opinions on health. We’ll dive into the tension between the two sides of wellness: Team Green Juice Detox Meditation vs. Team YOLO. We'll then woosah o...

To Baby Hair or Not To Baby Hair, That is the Question ft. Shelby Swain

June 30, 2022 10:30 - 54 minutes - 126 MB

As we roll into the summer, we have a real question....What are we going to do with our hair?!? From afros, knotless braids, wigs, butterfly locs, 36" bundles scrubbing the ground, we have some options. However, Black women have had an interesting relationship with our hair. Today we are going to talk about everything from our personal relationship with hair, a pandemic length check, to the red flags when booking a stylist and more! Our special guest to pull up to this discussion is the one a...

Summer, Summer, Summer Time ft. Baby Tate

June 16, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 152 MB

Sun’s out…..fIll in the rest! Whether you’re on a vacation, getting flown out, festival hopping or rooftop brunching - you deserve to enjoy YOUR summer, and what better way to enjoy the vibes than music. We are talking about summa tings from outside festivities, festival culture, soundtracks that do not need pop artist on the remix, the artist we love and the influence of music. And yes, we are still keeping the unpopular opinion energy this season. To keep the “mani pedi” frequencies flowing...

Black Girls In Bloom ft. Angelica Ross

June 02, 2022 10:24 - 1 hour - 173 MB

We are back with new episodes! It’s officially spring and Black girls are blooming! As we water our minds, plant those seeds, grow our bank accounts and sow for the future let's first take a moment to air a few things out. We’re defining and sharing our opinions, redefining the rules of what’s likable, what’s on trend, and who gets to decide all of it. What are those off the record thoughts that we really think should be on the mic? To add more sunshine and nutrients to this conversation w...

Season 5 Pt. 2 Trailer - Black Girl Utopia

May 26, 2022 10:30 - 4 minutes - 9.95 MB

We are BACK..... again with season five (Part 2) of the award-winning, Go Off Sis. Question: are we outside or nah!? Either way, prepare for landing because we are unpacking it all. We’re back in your ears, on your screens, and even in person, LIVE. We're talking about all the things we care about today as Black women and we’re grabbing the megaphone and sharing our unpopular opinions that maybe shouldn’t be so unpopular. Get ready y'all because we’re opening up the conversation, and we KNOW ...

Dear Momma with Coach Gessie

January 27, 2022 12:02 - 1 hour - 182 MB

It's our winter finale episode, and we're closing out this season on a real note. In this conversation, we dive into some deep territory, talking about family planning, dealing with that other F word (fertility), and WHY doctors still don’t believe Black women when we say we’re in pain. We're all in different places in our own journeys and so we're asking – is motherhood for us? Has this everlasting Panda Express changed our views on parenting or shifted the way we thought about how our own p...

The Category Is Body ft.Tiffany Haddish

January 13, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 181 MB

And just like that, it's 2022! As we set intentions, resolutions, and healthy eating habits let's talk BODY- ODY- ODY. From who gets to talk about Black women's bodies, body dysmorphia, and modification with the BBL boom, to why the scale is shadier than a Drake interlude.  To add more heat to the conversation and take the vibrations even higher, we have the incredibly talented and funny Tiffany Haddish. Tiffany is READY, we repeat......READDDYYYYY. Tiffany shares the true definition of own...

Why Do Things Cost Money? ft. Lauren Simmons

December 30, 2021 12:30 - 1 hour - 195 MB

Alright y’all, we made it! As we enter 2022 - striving to stay healthy, create vision boards, or just keep it together, we got a quick question: we know this year may have bent our spirits, but did we break the bank this year too?? That’s right, let's talk about MONEY. From student loans to reparations, we got a lot to go off about, so let’s level up those resolutions with a deep conversation around how we handle money, our relationship with it and building financial freedom for the future. T...

Go Off, Sis Favorite "Tings" - Holiday Edition with Keke Palmer

December 16, 2021 10:30 - 47 minutes - 109 MB

It's officially the holiday season! As we gear up for food, fellowship and family this year, let’s check-in real quick. What will festivities look like this year? How are we feeling about this holiday season? Are we buying gifts or nah? On the roundtable this week, we have our Unbothered Creative Advisor, THEE award-winning actress, television personality and singer (there is nothing she can't do) - Keke Palmer. The Go Off, Sis crew shares some of their "favorite tings" (not "things," becau...

The Real Tea on Reality TV ft. Porsha Williams

December 02, 2021 10:30 - 1 hour - 164 MB

Let's face it, Black women own pop culture, and reality TV. And for Black women on reality TV, we ask "what is the physical and mental cost to be the boss?" As more Black women ascend to reality TV stardom, let’s have a conversation about the perception of us on screen, the stigmas attached, who deserves their flowers and who needs a bigger check. To add to the discussion, we have a very special guest that you do NOT want to miss! Yes, your favorite Georgia Peach - entrepreneur, personality a...

Hit That Note BUT Secure The Bag

November 18, 2021 10:31 - 44 minutes - 102 MB

It's no secret that Black women are doing the damn thing in music, PERIOD. We are in a time where your daily playlist might include Megan Thee Stallion, Saweetie, H.E.R., Jazmine Sullivan, Chloe Bailey, Baby Tate, Normani and Flo Milli to name a few. As we close the gap within an industry that has been hard to navigate for us, we are taking ownership and diversifying the bag. The rise of Black women has also played a vital role in providing us with beautiful soundtracks of authentic stories t...

Don’t Play With Black Twitter ft. Sasheer Zamata

November 11, 2021 10:30 - 42 minutes - 98.3 MB

Black Twitter...That’s the whole tweet. In this episode, we're diving into social media, accountability, and why cancel culture just isn't giving what it's supposed to give. How do we make sure Black creators are getting credit for their work AND hold others accountable for their words at the same time? Hear us out on this one because we're done with the notes app apologies and looking for real action within the community – even if it includes a lil healthy bullying. We add extra heat to the ...

Relationship Gold Part 2 ft. Niecy Nash

November 04, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 166 MB

Hold up a minute, y'all thought we were finished!? We are back with part two of our Relationship Gold series, and the gems are reloading, so take a listen to part one to make sure you're ready for this round. In this episode, we bring you another conversation on relationships – this time we're talking about building and sustaining them, as we consider if and why marriage and monogamy are still important to us. Do we still need it? How do we navigate it? Will we be the breadwinners as Black wo...

Relationship Gold Part 1 ft. Joy Ofodu

October 21, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 159 MB

It’s officially cuffing season! We’ve all heard of #relationshipgoals, but today we are talking about Relationship GOLD. Yes, gems, nuggets, diamonds! In part one of this two part episode mining session, it’s time to discuss the nuggets we need to navigate the dating space. And we asked our fave dating digital content creator and mastermind Joy Ofodu to pull up to the roundtable on this one to break it down with us. Who are the people we trust for relationship advice (and don’t!), and what ex...

Party Over Here ft. Yvonne Orji

October 07, 2021 09:40 - 1 hour - 159 MB

Ayyyeeee…Where the party at?! Whether it's the first pure joy of the first 30 seconds of the Swag Surf, HBCU homecomings, the family bbq or a kick-back, we can make any gathering a joyous occasion. In this custom episode presented by Target, we’ll dig into the sacred space that is the Black party, various social settings, and why we all have that friend who NEEDS to request songs in the DJ booth. We’ll also have a chat with the immensely talented comedian and writer Yvonne Orji. Yvonne shar...

Black Luxury ft. Elaine Welteroth

September 23, 2021 12:55 - 1 hour - 172 MB

We can never deny that the style, swag, and extra seasoning we bring elevates everything we do to luxury status. In this episode, we're breaking down the concept of luxury and what it means for us. Our dollars have power and our style transcends the culture, yet we still lack the equity we deserve in the luxury industry. How is it that “Black Luxury” is still undefined and why doesn’t luxury seem to love us back?? And really – what does luxury even mean: is it logos from head to toe, a trip t...

Rebooting The Timeline

September 09, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 95.5 MB

We are back, kicking off season 5 with your favorite R29 Unbothered crew. The whole Fab 5 lineup is here and ready to talk after a summer full of questions – and we need answers. As we head back to work, school, and well, reality, we're talking about a reboot. We are pressing the restart button on our lives this fall, and getting real about what exactly we're doing. But what does reality mean now? What lessons have we learned and unlearned? How are we moving forward as individuals and as a co...

Season 5 Trailer

September 02, 2021 13:27 - 3 minutes - 7.43 MB

WE ARE BACK….. with season five of the award-winning Go Off, Sis podcast from Refinery29’s Unbothered. Got your luggage with you? This season we're unpacking and embracing the present and moving forward how we see fit, with that unwavering spirit that only Black women possess.  This season we’re doing a full reboot. From who gets access to us, to claiming what we’re owed and showing true love for ourselves, mind and body. We’re diving into Black twitter, Black luxury, Black sweat, Black exc...

Season 5 Trailer

September 02, 2021 13:27 - 3 minutes - 7.43 MB

WE ARE BACK….. with season five of the award-winning Go Off, Sis podcast from Refinery29’s Unbothered. Got your luggage with you? This season we're unpacking and embracing the present and moving forward how we see fit, with that unwavering spirit that only Black women possess.  This season we’re doing a full reboot. From who gets access to us, to claiming what we’re owed and showing true love for ourselves, mind and body. We’re diving into Black twitter, Black luxury, Black sweat, Black exc...

Throwbacks and Never Coming Back Ft. Danielle Cadet Wiggins & Misa Hylton

May 13, 2021 14:30 - 1 hour - 195 MB

This is not a mirage sis, WE ARE BACK for an extra special bonus episode that’s full of all the old school feels! The OG Go Off, Sis fam is back together and we’re talking about everything that’s at the intersection of now and memory lane. We’re diving into the '90s trends that deserve a revisit, from the fashion and culture, to a real conversation about how Black women were portrayed in our fave films and R&B songs. From Waiting to Exhale, to Jodeci and SWV, we talk things we love, the toxi...

Throwbacks and Never Coming Back ft. Danielle Cadet Wiggins & Misa Hylton

May 13, 2021 14:30 - 1 hour - 195 MB

This is not a mirage sis, WE ARE BACK for an extra special bonus episode that’s full of all the old school feels! The OG Go Off, Sis fam is back together and we’re talking about everything that’s at the intersection of now and memory lane. We’re diving into the '90s trends that deserve a revisit, from the fashion and culture, to a real conversation about how Black women were portrayed in our fave films and R&B songs. From Waiting to Exhale, to Jodeci and SWV, we talk things we love, the toxic...

Black Comedy, Joy and Group Therapy ft. Lala Milan

April 22, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 156 MB

There is so much going on in the world and most of the time, life is just NOT funny and can be heavy, especially for us. We see the passing of icons, continued police brutality against young Black women and men, and there's still a pandemic. Laughter has been our medicine! Today, we're talking Black comedy, belly laughs and how we push through the pain. We also dive into the joy of Group Therapy aka the Group Chat. And as we close out the season, we're letting you yes, you - GO OFF SIS! We ...

Mercury in Micro Braids ft. Marsai Martin

April 15, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 176 MB

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Ok, not really! It is Spring, but Mercury is in another retrograde or micro braid or even the 90’s flat-twist with the thick black gel. Remember!? However, Spring is also a great time for personal housekeeping, so we're pushing through and cleansing our mental, physical, and emotional palettes. We're talking about taking big leaps asking how are we restoring, reinventing, and spiritually recalibrating this season? Then, we chat with the youngest boss ...

You're Gonna Get This Look ft. Ade Samuel

April 08, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 143 MB

Black women are THEE trendsetters and always have been, so we're talking all things fashion and giving flowers to our fashionable selves! The trends we loved, the ones we hope never make a comeback, and the history of Black expression and cultural appropriation. But real talk, what's in your closet? This episode, we're asking ourselves: do we even need more clothes, are there really ‘Stimi-check” sales, can we be more sustainable, and why exactly does Black luxury feel like such a foreign co...

You're Gonna Get This Look ft. Ade Samuel

April 08, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 143 MB

Black women are THEE trendsetters and always have been, so we're talking all things fashion and giving flowers to our fashionable selves! The trends we loved, the ones we hope never make a comeback, and the history of Black expression and cultural appropriation. But real talk, what's in your closet? This episode, we're asking ourselves: do we even need more clothes, are there really ‘Stimi-check” sales, can we be more sustainable, and why exactly does Black luxury feel like such a foreign con...

Planes, Trains, Automobiles and Anxiety ft. Jessica Franklin

April 01, 2021 14:00 - 47 minutes - 110 MB

This past year, you’ve dreamed of sun-soaked beaches and getting flewed out. You’ve spent months planning that post-panini trip, and gave side eyes to everyone who headed to the airport, because look, so did WE. So, this episode, we’re talking travel, because even though we’re not going anywhere just *yet*, we can dream.  From our earliest memories of hitting the open road to our current fears, and anxiety surrounding it, we’re breaking down the specific experience of traveling as a Black w...

Are We Home Yet? ft. The McBride Sisters

March 25, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 176 MB

Turn left, now turn right….do you like your home? If we’ve learned anything over this past year it’s that our homes – and feeling at home –  can play a major part in our overall happiness. In this custom episode, we’re not bringing the receipts, but we’re reading them very closely to figure out why home is so important to us, many first and second-generation families, and our community, but we still don’t know how to even go about buying one. We’re also talking to Robin and Andréa of The McBr...

The Standards of Black Love ft. Meagan Good

March 18, 2021 16:14 - 1 hour - 177 MB

What is Black love? In this episode, we're breaking it all the way down, from our Black couple goals to how vulnerability and sexuality play into what it’s like to love and be loved. We open up about dating as a Black woman, the love lessons from our parents, and what makes a good relationship work. Then, we get into it with the one and only Meagan Good, who's spent much of her career telling Black love stories, and has so many stories of her own she's now ready to tell. She shares some gems ...

Molasses And Melanin Love ft. Jill Scott

March 11, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 154 MB

A year into this pon de’ replay we’re examining self-love and how we’re taking care of our own needs even if it seems…selfish. Our sisters share the ways they are good to themselves but how it can get challenging thanks to forces like social media. In talking with the self-love queen herself, Jill Scott shares the favorite parts of herself and the simple practices she uses to love upon mind and body. And like a true big sis, she’s giving us the advice she’d give her 15-year-old self while sch...

And The Award Goes To...Black Women ft. Brittany Packnett Cunningham

March 04, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

We’re kicking off season four with some THOUGHTS! We’re back and getting real about what we’ve learned and loved in 2020, along with what we’re looking for from each other and ourselves in this new year. Between people policing our culture and our bodies, we’re asking...who’s really protecting Black women? And why is the answer always...US? We also sit down with activist, educator, and all-around sister, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, to talk about love in the time of activism, what intersect...

And The Award Goes To...Black Women ft. Brittany Packnett Cunningham

March 04, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

We’re kicking off season four with some THOUGHTS! We’re back and getting real about what we’ve learned and loved in 2020, along with what we’re looking for from each other and ourselves in this new year. Between people policing our culture and our bodies, we’re asking...who’s really protecting Black women? And why is the answer always...US? We also sit down with activist, educator, and all-around sister, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, to talk about love in the time of activism, what intersecti...

And the Award Goes to...Black Women ft. Brittany Packnett Cunningham

March 04, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

We’re kicking off season four with some THOUGHTS! We’re back and getting real about what we’ve learned and loved in 2020, along with what we’re looking for from each other and ourselves in this new year. Between people policing our culture and our bodies, we’re asking...who’s really protecting Black women? And why is the answer always...US? We also sit down with activist, educator, and all-around sister, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, to talk about love in the time of activism, what intersect...

Black Is Queen

February 25, 2021 13:28 - 3 minutes - 7.96 MB

And…we’re back! With season four of the award-winning Go Off Sis podcast from Refinery29’s Unbothered. We are leaving 2020 in the dust and stepping into 2021 celebrating our Black queens, championing and challenging our culture…but most importantly, giving Black women the flowers we deserve. As we’re waiting for outside to open back, we’re pulling back up to the table and bringing some friends along with us to talk about the demands we have for ourselves a full year into this panini, what Bla...

The Hookup ft. Javicia Leslie

October 27, 2020 14:43 - 1 hour - 138 MB

We're closing the season on a spicy note, and getting real about the HBCU hookup this episode. Whether you’re looking for a job, a best friend, or a boo for cuffing season, the tight knit community has a way of hooking up our people for life. We dive into the differences in hookup culture at school, building that connect post-college, and the power of the HBCU bat signal. And this time, we get a little help from our special guest – the newest Black superhero, TV's first-ever Black Batwoman a...

The Hookup ft. Javicia Leslie

October 27, 2020 14:43 - 1 hour - 138 MB

We're closing the season on a spicy note, and getting real about the HBCU hookup this episode. Whether you’re looking for a job, a best friend, or a boo for cuffing season, the tight knit community has a way of hooking up our people for life. We dive into the differences in hookup culture at school, building that connect post-college, and the power of the HBCU bat signal. And this time, we get a little help from our special guest – the newest Black superhero, TV's first-ever Black Batwoman a...