Hey folks! I'm back after a long break and some big life changes. But we'll be seeing more of each other soon! Stay tuned for new content in the next few months. Thanks as always for listening! Support The Podcast If you're looking for ways to support the show, head over to our support page for a few suggestions! We appreciated anything you're able to do! https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/support Sign Up for the Newsletter If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more ...
Nov 08, 2023•8 min
We're back for season 2! And we've got our first episode we talk to New York Times Bestselling author Morgan Jerkins about coming into her own. This conversation is tiny little sliver of her story so you should definitely check out all of Morgan's writing to learn more! Wandering In Strange Lands This Will Be My Undoing Caul Baby (Available for Pre-Order) Zora - Online Magazine where Morgan is Senior Editor Support The Podcast If you're looking for ways to support the show, head over to our supp...
Nov 24, 2020•18 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Be sure to tune in to The Colored Girl Beautiful November 24, 2020 for the premiere of Season 2 wherever you get your podcasts! If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful http://www.facebook.com/coloredgirlbeautiful Support this...
Nov 19, 2020•4 min
Hey folks, just wanted to provide a quick update for you! We're taking a break to prepare for season 2 and we want to hear your stories! See a list of topics and submit them to us at coloredgirlbeautiful.com/stories. Listen to Nichole's podcast!! It's AMAZING and you're DEFINITELY going to love it! It's called The Secret Adventures of Black People https://the-secret-adventures-of-black-folk.simplecast.com/ Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate Supp...
Jul 29, 2020•2 min•Season 1Ep. 19
This week we talk to Dr. Karsonya Wise-Whitehead (Dr. Kaye) about colorism and some of its origins. Dr. Kaye's Twitter : @kayewhitehead Some of Dr. Kaye's Work: Notes from a Colored Girl https://www.amazon.com/Notes-Colored-Girl-Diaries-Frances/dp/1611173523/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=karsonya+wise+whitehead&qid=1594131066&sr=8-2 Race Brave: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1627201181/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i3 Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlb...
Jul 07, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 18
This week we talk to Sherri Lumpkin of the Rag Baby Exchange ( http://www.ragbabyexch.org/programs.html ) who helps us to release negativity and to find our inner doll. Sherri's Instagram : @lumpkinsherri Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate Support The Podcast If you're looking for ways to support the show, head over to our support page for a few suggestions! We appreciated anything you're able to do! https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/support ...
Jun 23, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Today, a call for rest Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate Support This Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/support Sign Up for the Newsletter If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/colo...
Jun 09, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This week we hear from the lovely, Charnell ( https://www.justcharnell.com/ ) who encourages use to find our own journey to confidence. Charnell's Instagram : @justcharnell Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate Support The Podcast Support the show by checking out this week's sponsor, Audible.com. Start your free trial with any title you choose by signing up at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/audible If you're looking for suggestions on a good ...
May 26, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This week, Tina ( https://www.tinascottlassiter.com/ ) is back and reminding us that it's ok to be different by sharing some workplace wisdom. Tina's Instagram : @ tsl103 Tina's also got some really amazing artwork! Check out her etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfullyTSL and support her artwork Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate Support The Podcast Support the show by checking out this week's sponsor, Audible.com. Start your free trial wit...
May 12, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 14
This week, Jewels Dodson ( www.jewelsdodson.com ) encourages us to create our own narrative as she shares her story about what she learned from women in her family who were important to her. Jewel's Instagram : @jewelsthegem Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate Support The Podcast Support the show by checking out this week's sponsor, Audible.com. Start your free trial with any title you choose by signing up at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/...
Apr 02, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This week, Kimberly reminds us to take care of ourselves as we care for those around us. Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful http://www...
Mar 17, 2020•8 min
This week, Tina shares a bit of her love story with us. We're swooning! Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful http://www.facebook.com/col...
Mar 03, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this minisode, we continue our history theme and hear again from Dr. Karsonya Wise-Whitehead about suffrage for Black women in the early 1900's. Make a Direct Contribution to the Podcast https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com/donate If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodca...
Feb 18, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In our first bonus episode for the season, we learn about Club Women from Dr. Karsonya Wise-Whitehead. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful http://www.facebook.com/coloredgirlbeautiful What the heck are dageurreotypes ? ( ...
Feb 04, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode Aseloka talks to a friend and mentor Tina about how she balances who she is with how others percieve her and the self acceptance that can often come with age. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful http://www...
Jan 08, 2020•29 min•Season 1Ep. 8
This week we're taking a bit of a breather for the holidays. Instead of airing our final episode for the season, we're sharing some bonus content from the Google Podcast creators program showcase that happened back in June. Be sure to tune in on January 7 for the final episode of the season! But we won't be away from your feed for long. Stay subscribed after the last episode for bonus content too! If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of t...
Dec 24, 2019•13 min•Season 1Ep. 7
This week we take a departure from our normal episode structure to talk about grief and loss. Aseloka shares an unexpected moment of grief that hit her during her interview with Jasmin in Episode 5, The Colored Mother Beautiful. She debriefs that moment and talks about the importance of making space to process feelings of loss and grief, especially when they catch you off guard If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, yo...
Dec 10, 2019•15 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode Aseloka talks to her friend Jasmin, a working mother of an adorable 7-year-old with another little one on the way. They discuss Madame Hackley's writing and her assessment of Black motherhood as both a privilege and a responsibility. Aseloka expresses her concerns about being about to manage such an important endeavor. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https:/...
Nov 27, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode Aseloka reflects on Madame Hackely's writings about racial responsibility and Aseloka's own conflicts between wanting to do all that she can for the race, while also staying sane. She'll debrief these feelings with this week's guest, Heather Smith, who will share how a late night Youtube rabbit hole, a trip to Brazil, and her experiences as a chef, led her to better understand her racial responsibility. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the ...
Nov 12, 2019•26 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Aseloka discusses Madame Hackley’s advice on how women should present themselves with guest, Andrea Renau and producer Nichole. The three women discuss the particularly complicated role hair often plays in a Black woman’s ability to appear presentable. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.t...
Oct 31, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Aseloka Smith, writes a letter to Madame Emma Azalia Hackley, with questions about what intimacy looks like among friends. And how opening up to the people around you help you to heal. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful ...
Oct 15, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 2
The Colored Girl Beautiful’s host Aseloka Smith, writes a letter to Madame Emma Azalia Hackley, an accomplished, world traveling, Black activist and certified diva who, in 1916, wrote a book of advice to other Black women on how to make it in America. In this first letter, Aseloka reflects on how Madame Hackley’s words have endured over the last 100 years, and how they’ve impacted Aseloka’s journey through Blackwomanhood and into self acceptance. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes ...
Oct 01, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Be sure to subscribe to The Colored Girl Beautiful October 1, 2019 wherever you get your podcasts. If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful http://www.facebook.com/coloredgirlbeautiful Support this podcast at — https://redcirc...
Sep 24, 2019•3 min
Be sure to subscribe to The Colored Girl Beautiful wherever you get your podcasts. We'll be announcing an official release date right here in this feed! If you'd like to get an email about new episodes and learn a bit more of the behind the scenes of the show's making, you can subscribe to the newsletter at https://www.coloredgirlbeautiful.com And be sure to follow us on social media! http://www.twitter.com/cgbpodcast http://www.instagram.com/coloredgirlbeautiful http://www.facebook.com/coloredg...
Aug 13, 2019•1 min
