Blackgirl Irl

There are only a few days left to register to vote in Ohio.  Shana's is joined by Jennifer Lumpkin from Cleveland Vote to discuss the how and why of registering. She also give tips on how we can engage with others to encourage them to vote this November. Tell us why you're voting This episode was produced with support from a grant of the American Press Institute --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

#SayThierNames Desmond Frankiln and Tamia Chappman both lost their young lives due to interactions with local police.  Shana sits down with attorney Stan Jackson from The Cochran Firm to bring light to the cases as well as how you can get active to advocate in your community --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

"The infant mortality rate in Cuyahoga County (the county where Cleveland is located) is one of the highest in the United States. Of the 13,925 babies born in Cuyahoga County in 2019, 120 didn’t make it to their first birthday. The numbers are especially concerning for African American babies."- First Year Cleveland Shana is joined by Miesha Headen, from the American Association of Clergy and Employers,  Samantha Williams Pierce  from Renegade Soul, and Dr. Tisha Carter of Project 31 to discuss lived experiences of miscarriages, stillbirths and what can be called the Mosaic of Death for Black people. Share your thoughts, leave a message for the show at www.blackgirl.media/podcast-2020 Links Parent And Infant Loss (PAIL)- www.pailconnect.org Learn more about Miesha's project- Beauty for Ashes: Stories of Black Women's Maternal Hope Web address: americanassociationofclergyandemployers.com Dr. Tisha Carter, Project 31: project31llc.com or email her at project31film@gmail.com  Listen to Samant

Shana sits down with local real estate agent, and financial planner Tiffany L Hollinger.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  To start off this month Shana talks with Robyn Hill, Mental Health Therapist and owner of RC Hill Counseling and Professional Development Services, about mental health, finding support and how the current coronavirus crisis can take a toll on our mental health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

The Auto Show is back in Cleveland! Sam Pierce from Renegade Soul sits down with Shana to talk about their favorite cars and experiences Auto Show at this year's auto show --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Shana sits down and talks about food and The Taste of Black Cleveland with Pat Bennett of Pat's Granola and the CLE Food Stories Podcast. Follow Pat on Facebook, and Instagram at @Patgranola --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

As an entrepreneur, there is always something to learn or to improve.  Shana continues her conversation with James Muhammad, owner of Capo Steaks in Glevenville about books he recommends and so much more.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Happy New Year! Shana sat down with James Muhammad, owner of Capo Steaks, to talk about the real grit and grind behind entrepreneurship. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Advocate, Social Worker, Physical Trainer and more Season 3 starts with a sit down with Sam Pierce, founder of Renegade Soul and the Christyan and Jayden Project.  She Sam talks about her road to recovery after losing a set of twins and how fitness helped her along her journey to healing. Learn more about Sam at https://www.renegadesoul216.com/ or learn more about her work with infant loss or hear her podcast visit https://www.thechristyanjaydenproject.org/ Thanks to our sponsor Be Ready Cleveland for making this episode possible --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Founded in 1915 Karamu House has been a pillar in the African American community both locally and nationally. Shana and Asia sat down with COO of Karamu House to talk about the history, future and impact Karamu has had on the arts community --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

This episode Asia brings out her fave sista, and best friend Miss Cocoa Camille. They discuss everything we did for our Hot Girl Summer, getting to the bag, women taking over the rap game and being un-problematic hotties. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Poetry has always been a language of love, expression and relief. It causes the wells to spring forth from our hearts. Today the Smith’s are drawing us to a deeper depth of what that looks, sounds and feels like.  Follow the Smith's at @smith_loveties on Instagram or check out their website.  Follow our host Asia at @asian_chow on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Kind of a cross-over, kind of a take over? Meet and welcome Asia our newest member to the Black Girl family --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

What started as 2 co-workers who enjoy wine, became one of Cleveland's newest businesses.  April and Channez tell us all about their company the  Dancing Birds Wine Tours.  1 bus, 3 Wineries, 5 hours, snacks, raffle prizes and lots of laughs.  Find out where they'll be next in this episode. Follow Black Girl in the CLE at www.BlackgirlinCLE.com and @blackgirlincle on Facebook Instagram and Twitter. Check out the Dancing Birds Wine Tours at https://www.dancingbirdswinetours.com/, on Instagram and Facebook @dancingbirdsw --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Calling all Girl Bosses! We're talking about business hacks for women of color to...."spring" them forward to the head of the class.  Shana is joined by Gloria Ware and Anne Richie in a continued conversation from our Reading and Riesling book club.  The topic? Unlocking the keys to success in Nathalie Molina Niño's book Leap Frog: The New Revolution for Women Entrepreneurs.  This episode is sponsored by Be Ready CLE: Empowering entrepreneurs with resources, services and support visit them at www.BeReadyCLE.com Connect with Anne Ritchie on LinkedIn or follow Gloria Ware on Instagram and Twitter @florishnflower. Follow the author Nathalie Molina Niño on Twitter @NathalieMolina  and follow @blackgirlincle on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or check us out online at www.BlackGirlinCLE.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

Looking to re-energize her life Shana signed up for business coaching from a guy on Instagram.  After being transformed and getting insight on what's been holding her back she was able to focus and overcome her obstacles.  In this episode Shana talks with her Breakthrough Coach Nando Rodriguez about relationships, career and life situations that can be changed from the investment of working with a coach. Follow Black Girl in the CLE at www.blackgirlincle.com, or on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.  Follow Nando at @Nandoism on IG or visit his site at Nandoism.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

This week Shana sits down with Tiffany and LaShawn from Pretty Ash a local women's only cigar group. They talk about cigar culture, meeting men, and choosing the cigar lounge over the bar.  Each of “the ladies” tell you about their first cigar experience, picks for a 1st cigar and how to stop your hair from smelling like smoke.  Lots of laughs and tips on this one.  CW: May contain conversation not suitable for young ears This episode is sponsored by Haute Spot Destinations --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

In this episode Shana takes to Luka Black, local artist and drag queen.  Luka tells Shana about the creation and transition to becoming  Kimmy Kartaja.  Luka also talks about supporting local artist, the discrimination experienced by women,  Blacks or any minority, and gays and how it feels to carry the weight of the discrimination of all 3.    A conversation in finding yourself, living your best life and self expressing …"For the culture” Follow Kimmy on Instagram or on Facebook and Learn more about Black Girl in the CLE at www.blackgirlincle.com or Facebook, Instagram and Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support

From wanting "a hot fudge sundae that wasn't disappointing, " to vending at one of our pop-up shops and now being in local stores, and on television with her products.  Shana sits down with Kelli Arndt the CEO of OH Fuudge. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackgirlirl/support