In continuation with our theme of discussing things that happen in our community for Black history month, this week's topic is "Are you Black enough?" Attorney at law, Rudo Mugwagwa, who was born in Zimbabwe but has lived on four continents talks to us about what being black means to her. This episode touches on code switching and the impossibility of putting Blackness in a box. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com...
Feb 15, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 3
We are back with season 2 #SisonkeNation. You asked us to incorporate a lot of new topics and we are going to do just that! In the season 2 premiere episode, we are talking Black love with singer & songwriter Anika Davidson. We talk about dating during covid as well as exploring dating outside your race. Don't miss out on this brilliant episode. Connect with Anika Davidson on IG @IAmAnikaDavidson Anika's songs are available on iTunes, Spotify and ALL major streaming platforms Book referenced...
Feb 01, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Wassup Sisonke Massive!? We hope y'all had a happy and safe New Years celebration. In this episode we have a fun and light hearted conversation about the Inauguration, the continued lockdown, the vaccine and a surprise announcement that you must listen to find out. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com
Jan 25, 2021•37 min
In this episode we talk about Christmas during the pandemic. We also discuss 2021 and set goals for how we will approach the new year. We appreciate you! Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com
Dec 28, 2020•27 min
For our season finale we speak with Registered Psychotherapists Ruth and Elvis Baah-Gyebi co-owners of Elpizo Counselling. We talk about many things including the stigma around mental health in black communities as well as how we can take care of our mental health during this very difficult season of quarantine during the holidays. You can learn more about Ruth and Elvis or contact them here: www.elpizocounselling.com #elpizocounselling @elpizocounselling 8773357496 | 6479971413 Visit below link...
Dec 21, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode we have a chilled, light hearted conversation while looking back at 2020. We discuss the unexpected events that took place and our outlook for 2021. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com
Dec 14, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this week's episode, we chat with Cheyenne Scarlett (@motherofscarletts) creator of babyplanner.ca and @black.births.of.toronto about the importance of birth planning. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com Connect with Cheyenne Scarlett @motherofscarletts Check Cheyenne's website: babyplanner.ca
Dec 07, 2020•35 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In this episode J's mom talks about her experience of childbirth in Jamaican and Canada. She revealed many information that we did not know. Let's just say childbirth in Jamaican was very different from childbirth in Canada! Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com
Nov 30, 2020•37 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode my mom talks about her experience of preeclampsia in Zimbabwe. She revealed many information that we did not know! Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com
Nov 23, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode we have a chilled, light hearted conversation about parenting; what we thought it would be like and what it's actually like. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com
Nov 16, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode we discuss some of the hardships people face Postpartum and how coming from certain populations (racialized, immigrant, low income, housing instability, young, etc...) exacerbates the stress especially because intersectionality is a factor since most of us face multiple oppression. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com Connect with Fiona and Lerriann on Instagram @nurturingvillageco or at nurturingvillagedoulas@gmail.co...
Nov 09, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 8
In this episode, we talk about what Health Systems Research is. We get a glimpse into Alison's work and what it entails. The "Black Mother's Childbirth Experiences" study we mention is by Cheyenne Scarlett creator of @black.births.of.toronto We also mention the Changing Childbirth in BC study which was conducted by the Birth Place Lab www.birthplacelab.org Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com...
Nov 02, 2020•30 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode we talk about postpartum depression in men. J gets vulnerable... Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com If you think you or someone you know are experiencing postpartum depression, here is a resource where you can find support. http://postpartum.org/
Oct 26, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 6
In this episode we talk with Fiona and Lerriann, co-founders of @nurturingvillageco They tell us about the scope of Doula practice and why it would be beneficial to birthing people, their partners and other support people. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com Connect with Fiona and Lerriann on Instagram @nurturingvillageco or at nurturingvillagedoulas@gmail.com
Oct 19, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 5
In this episode, we interviewed Althea Jones, a registered midwife in the greater Toronto area and founder of Womb and Wellness on address the gaps in maternity care. Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or sisonkepodcast@gmail.com Connect with Althea Jones on Instagram @wombnwell or at www.wombnwell.com
Oct 12, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 4
This episode is about the first six weeks postpartum and the complications that followed my very traumatic childbirth experience! Email questions to: sisonkepodcast@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast
Oct 06, 2020•41 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This episode describes how I was in labour for 75+ hours before transferring to the hospital and getting an emergency C-section. Listen in for all the details! Email questions to: sisonkepodcast@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast
Sep 28, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 2
This episode is about my first pregnancy experience and how I came to make the decisions that I did about my care options. For example, we discuss how having worked in different departments (Obstetric Anesthesia, OB-GYN, Midwifrey) affected the care I thought I would chose vs. the care I actually chose. Email questions to: sisonkepodcast@gmail.com Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast
Sep 21, 2020•38 min•Season 1Ep. 1
