We’re turning our feed over to one of our favorite podcasts: Happier with Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen is HAPPIER, and she wants you to be happier too. The #1 bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Better Than Before gets more personal than ever as she brings her practical, manageable advice about happiness and good habits to this lively, thought-provoking podcast. Gretchen’s cohost and guinea pig is her younger sister, Elizabeth Craft, a TV writer and producer living in Los Angeles, who (l...
Jun 28, 2025•37 min
This week we’re joined by the dynamic Adrienne Banfield Norris. She’s going to be giving us the suga on why more women need to prioritize their dreams, how hosting Red Table Talk has opened her mind and how she got that banging body. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Gam: @gammynorris @GammyNorris_ Positively Gam See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 01, 2022•43 min•Season 6Ep. 13
This week we’re joined by licensed therapist and relationship expert Nedra Glover Tawwab. She’s going to be giving us the suga on her gift for helping others , creating healthy relationships and why boundaries are a beautiful thing. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Nedra: www.nedratawwab.com @NedraTawwab See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 25, 2022•44 min•Season 6Ep. 12
This week we’re joined by critically acclaimed actress, writer, director and activist, Yolonda Ross. She’s going to be giving us the suga on her journey, embracing change and why she loves Butterflies. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Yolonda: yolondaross.com @yolondaross @yolondaross_creator See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 18, 2022•53 min•Season 6Ep. 11
This week we're joined by chief brand ambassador for the American Heart Association, Katrina McGhee. She’s sharing the suga on decreasing our stress levels, taking care of our bodies and how we can live heart healthy lives Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Katrina: @KDMcGhee https://lovingonme.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 11, 2022•33 min•Season 6Ep. 10
This week we’re joined by a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon, Dr. Michelle Henry. She’s going to be giving us the suga on her journey, how to keep our melanin popping and loving the skin you’re in. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Dr. Henry: www.skinaestheticsurgery.com @drmichellehenry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 27, 2022•31 min•Season 6Ep. 9
This week we’re joined by acclaimed award-winning actress, author, film director and activist, the legendary Sheryl Lee Ralph. We’re sharing the suga on dreaming big, learning life’s lessons and being the author of your own life story. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Sheryl: @thesherylleeralph @thesherylralph See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 20, 2022•45 min•Season 6Ep. 8
This week we’re joined by media maven Eden Bridgeman Sklenar, current owner and Chairwoman of the iconic EBONY and JET brands and CMO of Manna, Inc. We’re sharing the suga on building legacies, being Black and proud, and living life on your own terms. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Eden: @eden_bridgemansklenar ebony.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 16, 2022•46 min•Season 6Ep. 7
This week we’re joined by media powerhouse Rachel Lindsay, current on-air correspondent with Extra, host of Extra on Snapchat, co-host of The Ringer’s Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay and pen behind the hit online column “Honestly Rach.” We’re sharing the suga on manifesting your destiny, creating your own table and how to keep married life spicy. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with Rachel Honestly Rac...
May 09, 2022•43 min•Season 6Ep. 6
This week we’re joined by the inspirational René Brooks, Founder of Black Girl Lost Keys, a blog dedicated to helping other women of color struggling with ADHD, and we’re having a heart to heart about climbing out of darkness, silencing the shame and why having support matters. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with René: Black Girl Lost Keys @blkgirllostkeys See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 02, 2022•41 min•Season 6Ep. 5
This week we’re joined by real life ‘spice girl’ Angel Gregorio, owner of The Spice Suite. We’re talking all things spice, motherhood and what it means to find and follow your purpose - even when it happens by accident! Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with our guest: www.TheSpiceSuite.com @TheSpiceSuite See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 25, 2022•54 min•Season 6Ep. 4
This week we’re joined by the amazing Dr. Lisa Williams, Founder and CEO of The World of Entertainment, Publishing and Inspiration, home to beloved global brands like The Fresh Dolls, and we’re sharing the suga on loving the skin you’re in, going after your dreams and keeping life fresh. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with our guest: www.thefreshdolls.com @thafreshdolls Facebook Fresh Dolls Youtube See omnystudio.com/li...
Apr 18, 2022•42 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Our guest this week Richelle Carey was featured in the latest print edition of Essence celebrating her journey to motherhood. After years of waiting for the perfect partner and an unsuccessful round of IVF she became a mother last year through adoption. In Richelle’s own words “If you had told me that at 50 years old I’d be a single Mom living in my parents guest house I would think I’d screwed up my life... But actually everything turned out perfectly" Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSump...
Apr 11, 2022•46 min•Season 6Ep. 2
This week we are joined by Lenise Williams, an attorney, serial entrepreneur, and mom of two amazing boys. She consults with start-ups, creates viable business models and is the founder of Made Leather Company, a luxury brand that imports quality handmade leather products from Morocco. She is passionate about entrepreneurship and continuously sets out to educate many, especially mothers, on the importance of finding independence through entrepreneurship. Made Leather Co. Mompreneuresq Sugaberry ...
Apr 04, 2022•41 min•Season 6Ep. 1
This week we are joined by Kelly McCreary, who stars on Grey’s Anatomy as Dr. Maggie Pierce. Last year, Kelly gave birth to her first child with her husband, director Pete Chatmon (whom, btw, she met on the set of Grey's Anatomy)! We are so happy to have Kelly on the show to talk about her thoughts on family planning, finding the right healthcare providers, and most importantly, how we can ease into being a new mom. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected]...
Feb 07, 2022•55 min•Season 5Ep. 15
This week, we're doing a little mental health check-in with Dr. Chanté D. DeLoach, a licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. DeLoach, or "Dr. D" as she is affectionately known, is the founder and executive director of Luminesce Psychological Services, where she works to help individuals, couples, and families create healthier, more meaningful relationships. Tune in as we talk about how we can maintain happy and healthy relationships with our children, our loved ones—and most importantly—ourselves. D...
Jan 31, 2022•41 min•Season 5Ep. 14
In this week’s episode, we talk to Christine Michel Carter, a global advocate and expert on issues impacting working moms everywhere . Her writing and commentary has been featured in The New York Times , The Washington Post and Forbes . Christine has also worked with the Congressional Caucus on Black Women & Girls , the U.S. Department of Labor, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce . Last but not least, Christine is also the author of the bestselling children’s book, Can Mommy Go To Work? as wel...
Jan 24, 2022•41 min•Season 5Ep. 13
We have a special episode today! If you ever wanted to soak up a boatload of wisdom from some incredible women—all in less than hour—THIS is your episode! This week, Tika and Thai listen back and react to their favorite moments from past guest interviews on The Suga . We often hear just how much you appreciate hearing the wonderful stories and wisdom shared by our guests. So, we decided to compile a special episode with a few favorites! Be sure to check out the complete episodes for each guest t...
Jan 17, 2022•54 min•Season 5Ep. 12
This week we are joined by Shelah Marie of Love & Hip hop Miami. Shelah is a wellness influencer and founder of Curvy, Curly, Conscious , a sisterhood and collective that promotes self-care, self-love and self-empowerment for Black women. Shelah is also the author of Positive You: A Personal Growth Journal for Women. In this episode, we talk to Shelah about how her upbringing as the only Black person in her household influenced her journey into wellness, why she is unapologetic about making ...
Jan 10, 2022•41 min•Season 5Ep. 11
It’s not every day a member of Congress joins us on the pod, but that’s exactly what we have in store for this week’s episode! Join us as we chat with the remarkable and inspiring Congresswoman Cori Bush from the wonderful state of Missouri. Congresswoman Cori Bush is a registered nurse, community activist, organizer, single mother, and ordained pastor for the people of St. Louis. She is currently serving her first term as the representative of Missouri’s 1st Congressional District in the United...
Jan 03, 2022•34 min•Season 5Ep. 10
You know, they say "a Black woman’s hair is her crown!" But, with so many products on the market and styling methods to choose from, it can be confusing knowing where to start. That's why this week we're diving into all things hair care with the powerhouse sisters Sharie Wilson and Tonya Thompson , co-founders of DreamGirls Hair . In this episode, we talk to these beauty mavens about living their dream, lessons learned along the way, and how having “magic hair-growing hands” is helping women app...
Dec 27, 2021•39 min•Season 5Ep. 9
This week we are joined by the Daytime Emmy award-winning TV host, journalist and philanthropist, Tamron Hall ! Tamron has served as the anchor for MSNBC Live with Tamron Hall and was the first African-American female co-host of “ TODAY .” Recently, she published her first novel, As the Wicked Watch: The First Jordan Manning Novel . In this episode, we talk about why we deserve it all, why you should never stop pursuing your dreams and the importance of amplifying the stories of Black women. Con...
Dec 20, 2021•53 min•Season 5Ep. 8
This week we are joined by Tasha Smith who is known for her acting roles in hit films such as " Why Did I Get Married? " and " Why Did I Get Married, Too? " In the past few years, Tasha has shifted her focus to being behind the camera as a director. Most recently, she has taken the helm of several series including STARZ’s Black Family Mafia and Lee Daniels' FOX show, " Our Kind of People ," and Amazon's " Harlem ." In this episode, we talk to Tasha about how her upbringing in Camden, New Jersey ...
Dec 13, 2021•51 min•Season 5Ep. 7
This week we are joined by actress Karen Pittman , who is known for her work in shows like " Yellowstone ," “ The Americans ,” " Luke Cage ," and, most recently, for her portrayal of Mia Jordan on Apple TV’s Golden Globe-nominated, “ The Morning Show ." In our conversation, we talk about how Karen's Southern family roots impacted her parenting style, how her role as Mia Jordan evolved post #BlackLivesMatter , and why she believes it's important for Black women to prioritize love and romance. We ...
Dec 06, 2021•46 min•Season 5Ep. 6
This week, we are joined by a friend of the pod and all-around icon in television: Mara Brock Akil . Mara is a prolific producer, screenwriter, and showrunner who has helped reshape the television landscape by blessing us with iconic shows like “ Girlfriends ,” " The Game ,” “ Being Mary Jane ,” “ Black Lightning ,” — and so many others! In our conversation, we talk about how Mara honors her intentions and goals as an artist by traveling, playing tennis and finding ways to fill her cup outside o...
Nov 29, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Hello Sugas! It’s officially the start of the holiday season. With Thanksgiving coming up, we’re taking the week off from the podcast in order to spend some much-needed time with family—and we hope you're doing the same! We'll be back next week with another wonderful guest interview. But, in the meantime, we wanted to to leave you with a minisode of one of our favorite Mommy Mantras from last season. This one comes courtesy of Lorraine Toussaint, one of our guests from Season 4. We hope this Mom...
Nov 22, 2021•2 min•Season 5Ep. 4
This week, we are joined by the one and only Cassie Ventura Fine , the gorgeous stunner behind iconic hits like " Me & U ” and “ Long Way 2 Go .” In this episode, we talk to the happy momma of two beautiful daughters about how she’s piecing together the new version of herself, why she thinks shrinking friendship circles are a good thing, and what’s next for her in music. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com Connect with our guest...
Nov 15, 2021•53 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Hello Sugas! Only one more week till our Season 5 premiere on November 15th! We are SO excited to be recording and we can hardly wait to fill you in on our incredible guests! While we put the finishing touches on next week's episode, here’s a minisode of one of our favorite Mommy Mantras from last season. We hope it gives you the encouragement to keep taking a step forward in life, even when you don't know what lies ahead! Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph TheSuga@Sugab...
Nov 08, 2021•1 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Hello Sugas! We know it’s been a while since our last episode aired, but rest assured we are hard at work prepping for our upcoming season. We have some exciting guests lined up and we can hardly wait to share some new episodes with you all! In the meantime, here’s a minisode of one of our favorite Mommy Mantras to hold you over until we come back with our first new episode on November 15th ! Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpter @ThaiRandolph [email protected] www.sugaberry.com See ...
Nov 01, 2021•2 min•Season 5Ep. 1
This week, Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph are joined by former USA track & field athlete, current NIKE athlete, motivational speaker, mother, & wife, Angela Manuel Davis. In this episode, the ladies talk about finding/living in your purpose through the fusion of spirituality & fitness. Angela reminds our listeners that we are all created IN purpose, ON purpose, FOR a purpose- so we must honor and take care of the body that houses our gifts. Connect with us: @TheSugaberries @TikaSumpt...
Jul 26, 2021•52 min•Season 4Ep. 12
