Jade and Keia welcome their sis and everybody's fave Fran to the kitchen table this week! Join us as we delve into an important conversation about feedback. IG/Twitter: @heyfranhey Graduation Announcement Season continues! Check them out 28:19-51:23 Our TeamTypingFast Graduation Photoshoot Giveaway winner Dominque is working on something dope, here’s how you can help: https://www.donorschoose.org/project/help-1st-graders-get-ipads-in-their-clas/3234492/#24398011 Shop Modcloth.com for fabulous fa...
Jun 05, 2018•1 hr 54 min
Memorial Day is the official beginning of “Cook Out’ season. This week, Jade and Keia (with the help of some of our amazing listeners) break down proper cookout etiquette. Graduation Announcement Season continues! Check them out 27:01-40:55 Congrats to our TeamTypingFast Graduates Demand action toward a future free from gun violence, wear orange on June 1st and post a picture using the hashtag #WearOrange. Shop Modcloth.com for fabulous fashions! Get 15% off your order of $100 or more when you u...
May 29, 2018•1 hr 34 min
A huge part of growing up is holding ourselves and our loved ones accountable. Pull up a seat at the kitchen table, as Jade and Keia check in with each other on their list of personal and professional goals. Graduation Announcement Season continues! Check them out 30:21-55:03 UVA Law Students https://youtu.be/htfRTpH-_so Sign up for the TeamTypingFast Graduation Makeover/Regalia Photoshoot https://www.instagram.com/p/BiRzkxznsIt/?taken-by=tykeianicole Like & Follow the #TTF FB Page https://w...
May 22, 2018•1 hr 52 min
Jade and Keia continue the conversation around Tayari Jones’ "An American Marriage." Meet us at the Kitchen Table and join the conversation through social media! @GettinGrownPod @JadeofAllJades @NothinButTreble Use Hashtag #GettinGrownBookClub Graduation Announcement Season continues! Check them out 23:31-37:37 Sign up for the TeamTypingFast Graduation Makeover/Regalia Photoshoot https://www.instagram.com/p/BiRzkxznsIt/?taken-by=tykeianicole Like & Follow the #TTF FB Page https://www.faceboo...
May 15, 2018•1 hr 43 min
This week, Jade and Keia begin to explore the many layers of life and relationships as captured in Tayari Jones’ "An American Marriage." Meet us at the Kitchen Table and join the conversation through social media! @GettinGrownPod @JadeofAllJades @NothinButTreble Use Hashtag #GettinGrownBookClub Graduation Announcement Season continues! Check them out 18:56-48:57 Sign up for the TeamTypingFast Graduation Makeover/Regalia Photoshoot https://www.instagram.com/p/BiRzkxznsIt/?taken-by=tykeianicole Li...
May 08, 2018•1 hr 42 min
This week, Jade and Keia revisit the conversation on friendships; the toxic, the trying, and the teachable moments. It’s also the most wonderful time of the year. Graduation Announcement Season! Check them out 27:28-45:28 https://greatist.com/grow/friendship-breakups https://www.buzzfeed.com/annaborges/why-dont-they-write-songs-about-this?utm_term=.yydd4DJ10#.vu0V9k3b1 Shoutout To Our Graduates! Check out Jada Kline's Commencement Speech https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CULbltWlBVk&app=deskto...
May 01, 2018•1 hr 32 min
This week, Jade and Keia take a little break from adulting and delve into the world of TV. Sit around the kitchen table as they play a little game of ‘where are they now?’ https://www.theroot.com/living-single-where-are-they-now-1790868452 Shoutout To My Sis: https://www.youcaring.com/currentutstudents-1017189?utm_campaign=buttonshare&utm_medium=url&utm_source=copy&utm_content=cf_cp_01 Now you can test for thyroid issues, food sensitivity, and STD's all from he comfort and privacy of...
Apr 26, 2018•1 hr 35 min
This week, Jade and Keia welcome Dr. Lori Patton-Davis aka the Beyonce of Higher Education. Sit around the kitchen table this week as Dr. Patton-Davis drops GEMS surrounding the many hats she wears as a black woman in charge. Website: www.loripattondavis.com www.ashe.ws Shoutout To My Sis (and Brothers): ALL OF Y'ALL!!!! Everyone who came out to live show and supported. We truly appreciate YOU! Now you can test for thyroid issues, food sensitivity, and STD's all from he comfort and privacy of yo...
Apr 17, 2018•1 hr 16 min
Gettin’ Grown Events and Catering is now live and direct! This week, Jade and Keia sit around the kitchen table to plan a lovely experience for a very special lady...and discuss a hodgepodge of various topics. Live Show Giveaway Winners: Sierra Johnson Ephraim Hill Harmony Simpkins Sakeenah Shabazz Shoutout To My Sis: Ashley Amber https://www.theluggageproject.org/ https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=Fluorescent+Beige%3A+Whisper+that+Shit+ Par...
Apr 10, 2018•1 hr 17 min
Jade and Keia wrap up the conversation of ‘The Sisters are Alright’ by focusing on Black Women’s health, how we can preserve and protect it, and ways in which we combat the “lazy” stereotype. Articles Mentioned in Kitchen Table Talk: https://www.self.com/story/black-women-health-conditions https://www.everydayhealth.com/womens-health/10-screenings-all-women-should-have.aspx http://www.oprah.com/health/doctors-appointment-scheduling-guide-lluminari/all Shoutout To My Sis: Nicole Alexis of PRMP Be...
Apr 03, 2018•1 hr 19 min
Jade and Keia welcome special guest, Sonia Lewis aka The Student Loan Doctor to offer some helpful tips for clearing up student loan debt, and to share some additional gems. Website: http://www.thestudentloandoctorllc.com/services.html IG: Thestudentloandoctor Shoutout To My Sis: #Us4ThemAlliance Website: https://www.fsfproject.org/ IG: FSFProject GETTIN’ GROWN LIVE 1 ANNIVERSARY SHOW APRIL 13, 2018 WASHINGTON, DC https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gettin-grown-live-1-year-anniversary-show-tickets-440...
Mar 27, 2018•1 hr 11 min
Jade and Keia continue the conversation of "The Sisters Are Alright: Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women in America" by Tamara Winfrey Harris by discussing Chapter 6- "Strength: Precious Mettle." The chapter deals specifically with the “strong black woman” narrative andthe various ways that the label is both affirming & inspiring and dangerous & marginalizing. GGBC March 2018: The Sisters Are Alright by Tamara Winfrey Harris https://www.amazon.com/Sisters-Are-Alright-Changing-Na...
Mar 20, 2018•1 hr 45 min
THE GETTIN GROWN BOOK CLUB (GGBC) IS LIVE! We apologize for the caps, lock, and drop but you know how we do. Jade and Keia kick off the conversation of "The Sisters Are Alright: Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women in America" by Tamara Winfrey Harris by discussing Chapter 5 - " Anger: Twist and Shout." The chapter deals specifically with the "angry" Black Woman trope. Jade and Keia converse about the ways they've encountered/experienced the trope and what can be done to dismantle it. GG...
Mar 13, 2018•1 hr 40 min
Navigating the social aspects of the workplace can be tricky. This week, Keia and Jade talk through helpful points of consideration for setting boundaries with coworkers. https://www.liveabout.com/pros-and-cons-of-becoming-friends-with-coworkers-1385238 Shoutout To My Sis: A Wrinkle in Time Challenge https://www.gofundme.com/awitchallenge Dandy of the DoTell Podcast IG/Twitter: @dotellpodcast Email: dotellpodcast@gmail.com LGBTQ POC Event Ode to Babel (Brooklyn, NY) March 16, 2018 6 PM GETTIN’ G...
Mar 06, 2018•1 hr 22 min
This week, Jade and Keia come down from the mountaintops to secure the honesty bag, and tell Stacy Dash why she isn’t welcome in Wakanda. Shoutout To My Sis: We Read Too by Kaya Thomas, featured on Black Girls Rock and by our Aunty Michelle Obama! App: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/we-read-too/id908782619?mt=8 Website: https://www.facebook.com/WeReadTooApp/ Syreeta Gates of Stay Hungry If you’re a chef willing to coach some high school students in a dope competition that blends the culinary wo...
Feb 27, 2018•1 hr 37 min
No is a complete sentence. This week, Jade and Keia share some practices for cultivating your capacity to say “No” in order to manage your time, energy, and resources. Shoutout To My Sis: Geneen Taylor Taylor Made Aesthetics IG: Taylormadeaesthetics https://www.styleseat.com/m/book/v/taylormadeaesthetics?redirect_referrer=https:%2F%2Fl.instagram.com%2F Annastazia Unce Kimeera Spa www.kimeeraspa.com Download Ebook https://mailchi.mp/83a2c399d658/ingredientsebook GETTIN’ GROWN BOOK CLUB! https://w...
Feb 20, 2018•54 min
This week, Jade and Keia discuss that ole messy poly Quincy Jones being completely out of damns and the qualities to look for when seeking out a mentor. Shoutout To My Sis: Felicia Commodore Black Women College Students: A Guide to Success in Higher Education Website: www.routledge.com/9781138659497 Discount Code: FLR40 Vanessa of Rabble & Rouse Website: www.rabbleandrouse.com GETTIN’ GROWN BOOK CLUB! https://www.amazon.com/Sisters-Are-Alright-Changing-Narrative/dp/1626563519 Discussions sta...
Feb 13, 2018•1 hr 33 min
Jade and Keia are hype for Black History Month Eternity, so to kick off BHM 2018 AND celebrate the release of the highly anticipated Black Panther movie, they discuss what superhero they would be and the specific superpowers that they would want to have to ease the plight of their people. GETTIN’ GROWN BOOK CLUB! https://www.amazon.com/Sisters-Are-Alright-Changing-Narrative/dp/1626563519 Discussions start March 2018! Shoutout To My Sis: Judge Stephanie Mitchell, Judge Lisa Green, Judge Shequitta...
Feb 06, 2018•1 hr 13 min
Jade, Keia, and special guest Latoya Danielle, keep it light this week and chat about personal style, how to define it, and how to keep your closet from throwing up on you. http://www.stylebee.ca/2016/06/11/define-your-style-in-5-simple-steps/ Shoutout To My Sis: Kenneth Worles Jr. Website: https://www.kennethworlesjr.com/ 2018 Success Planner Special Guest: Latoya Twitter & IG: @ToyaDeezWorld Snack clean and on a budget! Visit RXBar.com/grown and enter GROWN at checkout for 25% off your fir...
Jan 30, 2018•1 hr 40 min
Jade and Keia have touched on the gender wage gap, but it bears repeating. This week, they put together some helpful tips (with the help of some experts) to assist the ladies with negotiating salaries. Shoutout To My Sis: Ariel Kirkland of Lovher Apothecary Website: www.lovherapothecary.com IG: Loveherapothecary Sign up for Stitcher Premium to listen to both seasons of Issa Rae’s fictional podcast, FRUIT! Visit stitcherpremium.com/FRUIT and enter code GROWN30 for 30% off! Add a delightful dose o...
Jan 23, 2018•1 hr 26 min
This week, Jade and Keia candidly discuss their personal experiences with feeling left behind in life and the ways to combat that thinking. Their conversation was inspired by an article published on The Glowup for TheRoot.com entitled For Colored Girls in Their 30s and 40s Who Feel Like Life May Have Passed Them By. The piece was written by Janelle Harris. https://theglowup.theroot.com/for-colored-girls-in-their-30s-and-40s-who-feel-like-li-1821646201 https://www.huffingtonpost.com/jamie-varon/t...
Jan 16, 2018•1 hr 41 min
Do you ever find yourself mumbling “who asked you?!” under your breath? This week Jade and Keia chat about ways to check others (and ourselves!) regarding unsolicited advice. Shoutout To My Sis: SHEILA FROM CRENSHAW Sign up for Stitcher Premium to listen to both seasons of Issa Rae’s fictional podcast, FRUIT! Visit stitcherpremium.com/FRUIT and enter code GROWN30 for 30% off! Sign up for FORMBeauty Visit formbeauty.com/gettingrown to get 10% off your order and free shipping on your first purchas...
Jan 09, 2018•1 hr 20 min
Everything these days is #Goals. This week, Jade & Keia break down some classic yet helpful tools for taking steps to actually create, reach, and realize our goals for 2018. Shoutout To My Sis: Tendress and Sage https://tendresseandsage.com/ S.M.A.R.T Goals Guidelines http://www.hr.virginia.edu/uploads/documents/media/Writing_SMART_Goals.pdf Don't forget to cast your vote for our first pick for the GettinGrown/TeamTypingFast Book Club! https://twitter.com/Nothinbuttreble/status/9456973753303...
Jan 02, 2018•1 hr 19 min
ISSA HOLIDAY SEASON! And for many, that means extended time off work. Jade and Keia keep the conversation light this week by discussing their favorite things to do on a holiday break. Also, thank you to everyone who rocked with us in 2017! HAPPY HOLIDAYS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!! Shoutout To My Sis: FahariNaturals https://www.faharinaturals.com/ Don't forget to cast your vote for our first pick for the GettinGrown/TeamTypingFast Book Club! https://twitter.com/Nothinbuttreble/status/945697375330...
Dec 26, 2017•1 hr 6 min
Remember floppy discs?! CD-Ram?! Dial-Up Internet?! Tv Guides?! Jade and Keia do. Listen this week as we travel back in time a couple decades and reminisce about childhood memories that kids today will never know or understand. Shoutout To My Sis: Cocoa's Cupcakes ordercocoacakes@gmail.com www.cocoascupcakes.com IG: Cocoa_cupcakes Sign up for Stitcher Premium to listen to both seasons of Issa Rae’s fictional podcast, FRUIT! Visit stitcherpremium.com/FRUIT and enter code GROWN30 for 30% off! Sign...
Dec 19, 2017•1 hr 21 min
This week Jade and Keia delve into why it’s never ever too late to change your personal narrative and offer a few helpful steps for making that change. Shoutout to Necole Kane and xoNecole.com for the feature and the inspiration. Shoutout To My Sis: Nikki The Zen Fair LUXURY for the mind + body + space. www.zeninajar.com IG: zeninajar Sign up for FORMBeauty- Visit formbeauty.com/gettingrown to get 10% off your order and free shipping on your first purchase. Listeners also get a free FORM Mini wh...
Dec 12, 2017•1 hr 26 min
Jade and Keia discuss beauty standards, what makeup means to them, and why it’s important to quietly fix your friends weave. Shoutout To My Sis: Clean Glow Shea Butter cleanglowsheabutter.com IG: cleanglowsheabutter Skin Fix Cosmetics skinfixcosmetics.com IG: skinfixcosmetics Shoutout to Our Make up Friends!!! HOUSTON! Hit up Canvas Makeup Artistry during the holiday season for all of your holiday party looks, and just for our listeners, mention Gettin’ Grown during the holiday season and get $1...
Dec 05, 2017•1 hr 57 min
Jade and Keia unwrap (lol) the concept of meaningful gift giving, some of the best and worst gifts ever received, and some fun ideas to inspire your you as you prepare this holiday season. Pray for Libya. Ms. Cyntoia Brown #410593 Tennessee Prison for Women Unit 1 West, D-49 3881 Stewarts Lane Nashville, TN 37218 Shoutout To My Sis: The Fourtress www.thefourtress.com/projectqueenv IG: thefourtress_ Children's Book Subscription Boxes https://www.cratejoy.com/category/kids-book-subscription-boxes/...
Nov 29, 2017•1 hr 53 min
Jade and Keia welcome Getting Grown’s first in-studio guest, Joi Marie McKenzie, author of “The Engagement Game: Why I Said I Don’t to Marriage and I Do to Me”. Joi, Jade, and Keia unpack the concept singleness and discuss our respective experiences of that phase of life and development. Pick up Joi’s Book TODAY: https://www.amazon.com/Engagement-Game-Said-Dont-Marriage/dp/1455594482 Shoutout To My Bro: Nature Boy Grooming by Jacob Q www.NatureboyProducts.com IG: NatureBoyIG Typing Fast & Ta...
Nov 21, 2017•1 hr 20 min
Jade and Keia discuss the benefits of curating a personal board of directors to help you meet and achieve your goals in 2018. https://www.slideshare.net/sherylt1/assembling-your-ateam-create-a-personal-creating-your-personal-board Shoutout To My Sis: Jenifer Lewis Make sure to download or purchase Aunty’s book! https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Jenifer_Lewis_The_Mother_of_Black_Hollywood?id=kM0pDgAAQBAJ Sign up for FORMBeauty- www.FORMbeauty.com/grown Receive your customized hair care ...
Nov 14, 2017•1 hr 32 min
