We Come From Queens

Episode 56: Making History: A Black Entrepreneurial Series : Natural Wellness

February 23, 2017 11:15 - 52 minutes - 72 MB

This week we give you all a two for one special in the realm of skincare and wellness. We sit down with two business owners on different ends of the spectrum. They expose the stuff mainstream won’t tell you! We thank Jessica and Michelle for conversing with us and dropping all the wellness gems! Jessica Jade of Sunkiss Organics ( https://www.sunkissorganics.com/ ) How To Detox Your Armpits (and why you need to) Nikisha Brunson FolieApothecary Etsy Shop Nikisha Brunson DIY All Natural Deo...

Episode 55: Making History: A Black Entrepreneurial Series ft. @iam.nubian

February 09, 2017 13:50 - 47 minutes - 65 MB

In Honor of Black History Month, we want to highlight some Black entrepreneurs who are currently making history. First up: Mimi of @iam.nubian. Here she discusses the ins and outs of being a business owner in the beauty industry. Connect with I Am Nubian around the internet --> Website ( http://iamnubian.nyc/ ) | Instagram ( https://www.instagram.com/iam.nubian )

Episode 54: New Year New You??

January 26, 2017 14:30 - 1 hour - 59.6 MB

2017 is here!! We have returned from our winter break refreshed and ready to share with you all how our 2016 helped to shape our 2017. We talk about 2016 glows and its lows personally and in the world as well as what we hope to improve in 2017.

Episode 53: Christmas Time Somewhere in Queens

December 22, 2016 15:22 - 1 hour - 77.6 MB

This week we a blessing you with an early release with our friends The Cure Podcast. This episode is all fun and games and you better believe the eggnog was strong. The funny thing is, the studio we use to record our podcasts when we have guests is actually located in Brooklyn. Happy Holidays and Season Greetings to you all! Thank you for your continued support and we are looking forward to all that 2017 has in store for our show! Best, Monique & Cadacia

Episode 52: All About the Benjamins w/ @FrugalFeminista

December 15, 2016 11:07 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

We've already spoke of the importance of valuing your time … or in the words of Darius Foroux “Knowing Thy Time” and valuing your space. It is equally as important to “Know Thy Money” and we have the Frugal Feminista on this week to help us break down what it means to value the coin and have that reflect in our daily habits.

Episode 51: Spatial Awareness

December 01, 2016 14:11 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Last episode we talked about the importance of accounting for your time. For our second episode in the end of the year series, we discuss the importance of accounting for your space. Our space is composed of physical, mental and interpersonal. It is so important to be intentional about the way we fill that space. Talk back to us. How spatially aware are you? Post mentioned Design An Environment Conducive to the Person You Become by Srinivas Rao. ( https://medium.com/the-mission/design-an-e...

Episode 50: Get Your Time Right

November 17, 2016 11:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MB

2016 is quickly coming to a close. As you know, we are big on NOT waiting for the new year to storm in to begin plotting on how to be great. Because we love ya’ll so much, we don’t want ya’ll to wait either! In our 50th episode, we begin our “New Year’s Preparation” Series, starting with TIME! Time is just as precious as money. Tune in as we discuss ways to treat it as such. Article Mentioned: Know Thy Time By Darius Foroux ( http://dariusforoux.com/know-thy-time/ )

Episode 49: Summer Girls & Winter Wifeys

November 03, 2016 16:24 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

The seasons are changing and it's game time! Men (and women) spent the summer scouting out players to put on their team. Fall is drafting season and you know what happens in the winter right? Yuuuuppp! The final cut is made just in time for "Cuffing Season." This week we break down the nuances of "Cuffing Season" with our newest #podfam members Play Cousins Podcast. Connect with play cousins podcast https://soundcloud.com/play-cousins-podcast and on Instagram @playcousinspodcast Hosts can ...

Episode 48: Spare the Rod Spoil the Child

October 20, 2016 09:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MB

Growing up while Black, we know how important discipline is. This week we discuss the methods of discipline used on us, whether or not we agree with them and their implications for life. Tell us what you think in the comments below or tweet us!

Episode 47: I Just Wanna Be Successful...

October 06, 2016 14:11 - 81.5 MB

Success. What does that word even mean? Success is defined differently for different people and this week we give you all our own personal definitions. We also share how they have evolved throughout our twenties and what keeps us constantly reaching for success.

Episode 46: Book Talk

September 22, 2016 14:59 - 1 hour - 60.5 MB

Way back in our first season, we provided you all with a list of some of our favorite books. Since then, we’ve read plenty more and want to share some things that we’re reading as well as our perspective with a Book Talk! Tell us what you’re reading! Books Mentioned Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire: The Methods and Madness Inside Room 56 The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment Four Things Women Want from a Man

Episode 45: Rappin' With Ryan Nicole

September 08, 2016 16:30 - 1 hour - 34.6 MB

We recently learned of a rap artist named Ryan Nicole. We were blown away by her artistry and, conveniently, she was in NY and could spare some time to talk. During our chat with her, we learned that rapping isn't her only gift and we find out more about why she is known for being a "quadruple threat." Check out our interview with her and make sure you support! Find out about All Things Ryan Nicole on her website www.msryannicole.com Follow her on Instagram and Twitter at @RyanNicole

Episode 44: 'Do It For the Gram!

August 25, 2016 11:09 - 1 hour - 80.6 MB

As “millennials,” it appears that social media is at the heart of all that we do. We’re constantly doing it for the gram, snapping our vacations, sliding in someone’s dms and ultimately making personal moments public because of the hunger for likes. Social Media is both a blessing and a curse. Listen to our stance on the social media charged world that we live in.

Episode 43: Simping or Simply Interested?

August 11, 2016 15:16 - 1 hour - 71.4 MB

In continuing with our dating #allsummer16 series, we have to distinguish between the two types of men women will encounter in a relationship: A Simp and an Alpha Male. I’m pretty sure at some point we have all encountered the two. How do you distinguish and what do you do when you have either on your hands? Well we don’t have all of the answers and so we invited our former “camera man” Terrell in on the conversation for some male perspective. You can follow Terrel on Instagram at @...

Episode 42: @TheCurePodcast & @WeComeFromQns Mashup

July 21, 2016 13:52 - 1 hour - 76.5 MB

This week we reunite with the podcasting duo aka The Cure! This is a two part mash up / crossover episode. That means you have to go to their website or head over to their soundcloud to hear part one, then check us out for part to. I can promise you that this is an episode to remember! Connect with the cure on their website | soundcloud | iTunes | Twitter | Instagram

Episode 41: Situationships

July 14, 2016 13:50 - 1 hour - 59 MB

Situationships are the thing these days. Many people end up in situationships quicker than relationships for various reasons. This week, we break down the term, tap into our own experiences with situationships and invite a male voice into the conversation. Kiran aka @NonProphet_ makes some valuable points about reasons men lure women & themselves into situationships without that being the initial intention. You can connect with Kiran on his website Kirandavid.com OR on his various ...

Episode 40: Happy Birthday Queens!

June 30, 2016 11:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MB

Episode 40 marks our second birthday of podcasting. We are grateful for your continued support as we grow. So, how are we celebrating, you ask? In true #CareFreeBlackGirl fashion we sing our hearts out to 15 songs every Black girl (or woman) should know. If there's a song you don't know, get familiar! P.S. The topic idea stemmed from this Madame Noir article "Songs Every Black Girl Knows" We enjoyed this so much we were inspired to create our own.

Episode 39: Things Black People Say

June 16, 2016 11:59 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

Growing up in a Black household and being surrounded by peers who are predominantly Black, it is easy to develop our own niche through language alone. This week, we explore "things Black people say" on so many different levels. We invited The Bodega Podcast to join in on the conversation!

Episode 38: Ain't I A Woman?

June 02, 2016 11:18 - 1 hour - 59.2 MB

Last episode we talked about the men. This week it’s about us: women. Here we reflect on an exhibit we stumbled upon and in doing so describing the complexities that we describe as woman. Check out Ness' performance below https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ehh3DJ_Z4fk#action=share

Episode 37: How To Castrate Your Man

May 20, 2016 01:39 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MB

A while back we did a podcast about gender roles. In distinguishing the role of male and female when it comes to relationships, we discuss ways to ensure that the female does not overstep her boundaries within her role and, ultimately, let a man be a man.

Episode 36: Story Time!

May 05, 2016 14:08 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MB

Today's episode was brought to you by our very good friends! They have shared some subway/ worst date stories with us and now we're sharing them with you!!

Episode 35: The Question Game

April 21, 2016 14:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB

CONFESSION! We fumbled this week and don't have a "topic" for you all HOWEVER we did manage to pull it together and give you an episode worth listening to.

Episode 34: The State of Education

April 07, 2016 13:00 - 1 hour - 85.1 MB

Our avid listeners know that Cadacia is an educator and it is something she is truly passionate about (as she’s mentioned several times). Her current job assignment has prompted her question the institution of education in America and also specifically in NYC. As a result, she decided to open up a conversation with Monique and former guest Mark (previously featured in episode 21) who provides some perspective from working within higher education. Let us know what you think in the comments b...

Episode 33: HERstory

March 24, 2016 15:14 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

In honor of it being Women's History month, we decided to celebrate in podcast form! There are tons of great women being excellent in their respective fields and communities. Some women are recognized while others go unnoticed. In this episode, we highlight a few women who we are moved by. Hopefully you are as inspired as we were/are!

Episode 32: You Down with J.O.B?

March 10, 2016 13:27 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MB

This week we break down an acronym coined by the infamous Iyanla Vanzant J.O.B. She defines it as being "Just Over Broke" Not only do we break this down we discuss the differences of having a job vs working in your career, our many "job" experiences. Hopefully you find some comfort and reassurance in the pursuit of the career of your dreams! AND if you're unsure or still figuring out keep goin! RESOURCES 4 Myths About Doing What You Love For Work ( http://tinybuddha.com/blog/4-myths-about...

Episode 31: Down In The DMs gets The Cure

February 25, 2016 09:59 - 1 hour - 78.8 MB

After hearing Yo Gotti's "Down in the DM" we couldn't resist making this a topic and we just so happened to luck out by having our new friends Marucs & Rell from The Cure Podcast as our guests. <br/> First we break down the lyrics to the song and then we get into the remix featuring Nicki Minaj all while sharing more than we originally planned. Between the Hennessy, smoothies and Moscato I can assure you that this was one episode to remember.

Episode 30: Mental Illness

February 11, 2016 10:24 - 48 minutes - 66.4 MB

Today we decided to touch on a topic that is often not spoken about ESPECIALLY in POC households. We candidly share our own experiences with having people in our lives who are dealing with mental illnesses as well as our personal experiences as well. [[ TRIGGER WARNING: We do mention self harm and death by suicide starting at 32:30 - 37:00]] LINKS Why We Must Finally Pay Attention to Black Women’s Mental Health http://www.forharriet.com/2014/12/why-we-must-finally-pay-attention-to.html#...

Episode 29: About those resolutions...

January 28, 2016 09:30 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

WE’RE BACK!! We are well rested from our mini winter break we are here to talk about if New Year’s resolutions are worth it and all of the #NewYearNewMe hoopla that fades before January is even over. RESOURCES Open Thread: Are New Year’s Resolutions a Waste of Time? (http://99u.com/articles/52405/open-thread-are-new-years-resolutions-a-waste-of-time )

Episode 28: Thank for the memories 2015

December 30, 2015 13:25 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

As we conclude another year, we wish you the very best time during your holiday season. In doing so, we share some of our highs and lows of 2015 and that which we look forward to in the new year. Because you all are so near and dear to us, we let you in a little more and become a bit more transparent about some things in this episode.

Episode 27: The Ten Commandments

December 17, 2015 16:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MB

We discuss a post we came across via some social media platform (most likely tumblr) that shared 10 commandments this particular guy follows the moment he gets into a relationship as well as a counter 10 commandments from Your boyfriend's Best Girlfriend Blog ( http://www.yourboyfriendsbestgirlfriend.com/2015/07/10-commandments-for-gentleman.html )

Episode 26: No No No No No

December 03, 2015 16:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MB

As we have shared many many times we both have been in very transitional phases of our lives. It has been quite a challenge balancing everything. We have dropped the ball in some areas ( such as the podcast and the blog) and are doing our best to pick up the pieces along the way. As we begin to close out 2015 we wanted to share some tips and resources for managing your time and not overextending yourself. Resources 5 Tips To Avoid Overextending Yourself http://www.oprah.com/oprahs-lifecl...

Episode 25: The Black Divide

November 13, 2015 04:57 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

In this episode we talk about the "tension" between Black Immigrants and African Americans. RESOURCES Black immigrants boost nation’s black population http://www.frostillustrated.com/2015/black-immigrants-boost-nations-black-population/ Why Do Black Immigrants Do Better Than Native Blacks? https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2009/03/why-do-black-immigrants-do-better-than-native-blacks/6891/ Black Immigrants, An Invisible 'Model Minority' https://www.realclearpolitics.com...

Episode 24: Traveling Solo

October 29, 2015 15:28 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MB

Taking a break from all this dating and relationship stuff to talk about solo traveling. In this episode we share our experiences traveling alone, our fears, our “Aha!” moments and share tips for those who may be considering a solo adventure. Have you been on a solo trip? Tell us about it...

Episode 23: It's not just Black & White... Interracial Dating

October 20, 2015 05:15 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

We are really rolling with this dating theme arent we lol? Today we talk about interracial dating, how our mindsets have changed or stayed the same and more. LINKS "We find black women in general are the slowest to acclimate to interracial dating and interracial relationships,” said Allison Kugel." from Pix11 Huffington Post "7 Things Everyone Should Know About Interracial Relationships" ( http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/7-things-everyone-should-understand-about-interracial-relatio...

Episode 22: Online Dating

October 01, 2015 15:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

If you recall in an earlier episode we talked briefly about being single and trying out dating sites/ apps. Today we share our own experiences with online dating and talk about some of our own Dos and Don'ts of online dating. Intro music is from Ryan Little via http://freemusicarchive.org/

Episode 21: Queens, Kings and Relationship Things Pt 3

September 17, 2015 15:58 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MB

Part 3! As you can imagine our convo with the guys went so well and we all talked SOOOO much that we actually had to break the episode up again EXCEPT we're not making you wait another two weeks for it. Enjoy! Tell us what you think and we'll share it! Also, our intro music is from Ryan Little via freemusicarchive.org

Episode 21: Queens, Kings and Relationship Things Pt 2

September 17, 2015 15:30 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

As you can imagine our convo with the guys went so well and we all talked SOOOO much that we actually had to break the episode up again EXCEPT we're not making you wait another two weeks for it. Enjoy! Tell us what you think and we'll share it! Also, our intro music is from Ryan Little via freemusicarchive.org

Episode 21: Queens, Kings & Relationship Things Pt. 1

September 03, 2015 15:45 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MB

This week we sit down with 3 of our guy friends, some snacks, some wine and revisit topics such as gender roles, platonic friendships, race, stereotypes and many more when it comes to dating for them. Also, our intro music is from Ryan Little via freemusicarchive.org

Episode 20: So·phis·ta·ra·chet

August 20, 2015 15:34 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MB

This week we break down the term "Sophistiratchet" and admit more things than we originally intended. This is the Madame Noire post that we go through, which was written by Lauren R.D. Fox Also our intro music is from Ryan Little via freemusicarchive.org Happy Turn Up!

Episode 19: Boss VS Bossy

August 06, 2015 16:06 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MB

This week we talk about the (alleged) differences and similarities between being Bossy and being a Boss. Below are three videos that sparked this topic for us. Music Cred: DJ Kid Kobra https://soundcloud.com/djkidkobra/kelis-bossy-kid-kobra-twerk Videos Ban Bossy — I'm Not Bossy. I'm the Boss. https://youtu.be/6dynbzMlCcw Nicki Minaj - Bossing Up https://youtu.be/PzGZamtlRP0 The Bossy Double Standard https://youtu.be/IYrPxLYb75g

Episode 18: Money Matters

July 23, 2015 16:00 - 27 minutes - 12.7 MB

This week we talk about all things money! We cover budgeting, managing a credit card, resources for staying on track, saving and share the origins of our financial literacy. http://www.thefinancebar.com/ https://home.capitalone360.com/ - online banking https://www.mint.com/how-mint-bills-works/pay http://www.ally.com/ - online banking

Episode 17: Behind the “Queens” - Catching up with Monique

July 09, 2015 14:00 - 13 minutes - 18.3 MB

This week the tables turn when Cadacia interviews Monique. Press play and learn a little bit more about her beyond the podcasts.

Episode 16: Behind the "Queens"- Catching Up With Cadacia

June 26, 2015 03:00 - 13 minutes - 6.23 MB

We have decided to kick off the re-launching of our podcast with interviews! First up: Cadacia. Get to know her beyond the podcast. . .

Episode 15 - Where You Been?

June 24, 2015 18:51 - 5 minutes - 7.3 MB

Back with a minicast update about our unintentional extended winter break

Episode 14 - Very Merry Happy Holidays

December 25, 2014 19:02 - 15 minutes - 22.1 MB

Mama we made it!! This is our last episode for the year. We each share two struggles we had this year and two highlights. Thank you for your continued support!

Episode 13 - Happy To Be Nappy

December 11, 2014 18:56 - 28 minutes - 39 MB

We are happy to be nappy! No seriously! one of the best things we did for ourselves was becoming natural. This week we talk about how we became natural, hair typing, natural hair terms and more! **INTRO MUSIC** soundcloud.com/ashtonomics AND facebook.com/ashtonomics

Episode 12 - The African Diaspora

November 11, 2014 18:46 - 21 minutes - 29.5 MB

In this episode we discuss the African Diaspora (what is it?); how it relates to us as African-American/ African-Caribbean/ African-Latina women; and, ultimately, its cultural implications. There are a lot of misconceptions about the "disparities" among the cultures. . .

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