On Part II of "I'm friends with the other woman" Keesha shares her remarkable story of becoming friends with the woman whom her husband had an affair with. In this conversation we learn the real raw process of forgiveness. Keesha details some of the contents of a letter the other woman wrote to her. Much to the dismay of many, Keesha says the letter was essential to the healing process. But before the healing began, many other characteristics rightfully reared their ugly head publicly - anger, f...
Nov 24, 2015•7 min
Forgiveness can be one of thee most difficult things to do in life. It is lauded by many as the way to go or the righteous and noble task to undertake. But what happens when the offense is especially egregious or heinous? What happens when a scared bond is broken or covenant is shattered? Is forgiveness still warranted? Is the offended still required to take on the arduous and emotional lamenting process of forgiveness (yes it's a process)? We'll just imagine for a moment that your spouse cheate...
Nov 24, 2015•10 min
In the final part of the 3-part series "He cheated. She stayed. Deeper in love, " I asked the couple a very straightforward question - how did cheating make their relationship better? Their answer was just as straightforward. They said, "we dropped the facade." In the conversation we learned that couple kept up a continuous facade to their family & friends that their marriage perfect but the fictitious smiles and gazes of love only added to their problems. The husband, DeMadison, was also fo...
Nov 16, 2015•11 min
Usually cheating is the "out" for couples who make a vow & commitment to love until death do you part. Cheating is thee ultimate deal-breaker in the commitment and covenant both individuals gave before family, friends, and God. Cheating is the one thing that even the bible says "you are free to go." And obviously we are paraphrasing here. But for one couple, ending the marriage wasn't an option. In part 2 of "He cheated. She stayed. Deeper in Love." Keesha Fife explains why she decided to st...
Nov 16, 2015•7 min
When two people make a conscious decision to be in a committed monogamous relationship, that commitment is grounded in the belief that the relationship grows and is sustained because the spiritual, emotional, and physical intimacy. Therefore when that intimacy is breached, trust is broken, and the relationship suffers. That's why for the majority of couples , cheating is the deal breaker. Whether it's emotional or physical it's that one rule you simply don't break. This week we decided to resurr...
Nov 16, 2015•11 min
"This is heavy." Those are the words of 30 something year old "Britney" while sharing the her confession. Britney went from being a 28 year old virgin dedicating her life to God to sleeping with two men in the same day. She says that one reason that contributed to what she describes as a downfall, was the nature of previous relationship, where she was never good enough. As we edited and listened to this interview we learned two very important things. 1) We will now welcome anonymous confessions....
Nov 06, 2015•12 min
This week a woman, who we are calling Britney, confessed that she was a 28 year-old virgin who transitioned to sleeping with two men in the same day, in the morning and evening. Britney has always described herself as a woman who dedicated her life to God, through ministry , family, and her everyday actions but somewhere along the way things changed. In the candid interview Britney shares why she begin to subtly push back her boundaries of sex outside of marriage. She unabashedly describes the "...
Nov 03, 2015•9 min
Grammy-Nominated music producer, Brandon Williams, details one the most difficult experiences in his life on part II of our conversation. Not only does he share two confessions but he describes how he made it through a difficult medical diagnosis. But don't let Brandon's seriousness fool you! He manages to get a few chuckles in and even challenges Cameo to sing!
Oct 28, 2015•12 min
Grammy nominated producer & Detroit native, Brandon Williams graces the airwaves of Good Girl Radio this week! Brandon has worked with a diversity of artist from gospel great Vickie Winans to rapper Jada Kiss to Janet Jackson and Erykah Badu, just to name a few. He is the protege of legendary producer Michael Powell (Anita Baker). In our very candid interview he shares about the failures of current R&B music but also about one of the darkest moments in his life.
Oct 26, 2015•15 min
In part II of American Masculinity and it's lies, we are delving further into the conversation from free film screening of The Mask You Live hosted by MSU's Women's Resource Center last week. Today we sit down with a 29 year old man, who during his collegiate career was emerged in the hyper-masculine culture as a Michigan State University athlete. Jeremy Orr reveals how "being a man" by America's standards actually hindered some of the best things in life.
Oct 21, 2015•13 min
Last week about 400 people packed in Michigan State University’s Kellogg Center Auditorium to for free screening of The Mask You Live In. It’s a film that explores American Masculinity. The films director argues society’s narrow definition of what it means to be a man is having a host of unintended consequences, ranging from substance abuse to violence to rape. As partner with MSU’s Women’s Resource Center, we wanted to take the conversation further. Listen as we chat with two of panelists in tw...
Oct 20, 2015•16 min
Part II: This week, a minister of one thee most historically traditional churches, opens up with his confession on the approach to homosexuality. He shares how God dealt with him and homophobia. In Part II of “I was homophobic”, he delves into the theology of the high profile case where a bakery refused to sell a cake to a homosexual couple.
Oct 14, 2015•13 min
Christians in mainstream media, by in large, have ignited the tension and fueled the fire of homophobia. Some may even say it is housed in the heart of Christians who supposedly profess the deepest truest love of Christ. This week, a minister of one thee most historically traditional churches, opens up with his confession on the approach to homosexuality. He shares how God dealt with him and homophobia.
Oct 12, 2015•16 min
After we've let go of pride, ego, and all that our parents warned us about, we can easily be consumed with bitterness after a breakup. We've given our all and nothing can salvage what we once thought was our everything. Listen to Part II of "I'm the Bitter Ex-Girlfriend." As one woman explains how she sifted though her bitterness to get to the heart of the matter.
Oct 09, 2015•12 min
Ex-girlfriend, a title that for many women, is a right of passage into womanhood. Often times it carries a load of lessons learned, discoveries of oneself, an unearthed soul, and regrettably bitterness. The bitterness that stems from a breakup usually leads to a path of stunted emotional growth and a false sense of emotional security. Listen as a dear friend of mine reveals her confession of being the bitter ex-girlfriend.
Oct 05, 2015•9 min
How does your ideal relationship function? Is it two separate lives co-existing growing to become one? Is it trusting one another to be the best person possible – sacrificial, unselfish, and serving? One woman contends a part of a healthy relationship is being dependent on one another. We ask the question “are you missing a deeper level of love in your relationship by being too independent ?” Listen as one of Good Girl Radio’s blog contributor’s defends her position of not wanting independence i...
Sep 22, 2015•15 min
For many women, the idea of being unattached and dependent to any person, thing, or entity is an ideal and coveted lifestyle. It is the the paradise of life! It sets you free from the very real disappointments, expectations, and frailty of human promises. It also inflates your ego! But for others, the idea of being an "independent woman" is a hinderance within a relationship and community, specifically communities of color. Listen as we explore one of Good Girl Radio's blog contributor's confess...
Sep 22, 2015•7 min
The baby boomers are giving it to us! This is part II of "The top three things you should know before 2015 is over!" We asked women 50 and up to consider the current cultural & political climate and then dish out their best advice. For part II of this week's show, Good Girl Radio correspondent, AJ Weeks, gets personal with two sisters plus we hear Momma King remind us about "staying woke."
Sep 15, 2015•11 min
We are kicking off the Fall Season of 2015 by asking women baby boomers for their top three pieces of advice we need to know before 2015 is over! We asked them to consider the current cultural & political climate. For the first show Cameo King got the perspective of a representative of the church and judicial system. Listen as Elect Lady Dorothy Duncan of Southwest Third Ecclecastiacial Jurisdiction, about 20 church across Michigan, and District Court Judge Amy Ronayne Kraus gives their top ...
Sep 15, 2015•12 min
What mothers advise their children to do in public and private are two different things. More often than not, the advice given behind closed doors is the best and most life-altering advice. In Part 2 of "What my mom really tells me..." we are hearing the closed-door wisdom from mothers across the nation.
May 05, 2015•7 min
On Sunday, we will celebrate our mothers and motherly figures that have helped us navigate the rugged terrain of life. The words of wisdom, vow of protection, and nurturing care are by far the most recognizable attributes of our celebrated mothers. But we sometimes forget those very transparent moments that's a reminder of humanity and lived-experience of moms. Listen as Cameo King chats with her mother about top three surprising pieces of advice.
May 05, 2015•12 min
The unfortunate fact remains that it is still taboo to talk openly about the sexual health of women. No matter how hard we try, normalizing a woman's gynecological health seems far fetched and uncouth even in 2015 amongst grown women. So we are doing our part to have honest conversation about what goes in and out and everything in between. Listen to part 2 of the "The top questions you've always to ask your OBGYN," where Cameo King shares her experience as well as some questions from listeners. ...
Apr 24, 2015•13 min
For the most part, we know and understand the basics of the human anatomy. We understand when our bodies are operating as they should or when it may be a little off. But for some reason or another, we may be maybe more inclined to consult WebMD rather than an actual physician when it comes to vaginal health. Well this week we put in a little work for you and decided to ask a certified OB-GYN some of those embarrassing, tough, and sometimes uncomfortable questions.
Apr 24, 2015•10 min
The very essence of who people are rest in our friendships. Our friendships cultivate us, direct us, and define us. But what happens when there is a rift in our deepest friendships? Listen as one woman share's how a small crack in the foundation of true friendship developed in something much deeper.
Apr 15, 2015•8 min
Who our friends are and what a true friendship is can easily hold two drastically different definitions. Even more, discovering that fact can be a painful journey. This week on Good Girl Radio, a 34 year old woman shares how and why she's just now understanding what is means to be a friend.
Apr 15, 2015•12 min
On Sunday, the First Lady of the United States, Michelle Obama joined millions of Americans in celebrating black women at 2015 Black Girls Rock! Black Girls Rock! is an opportunity to uplift "black excellence and challenges narrow and archaic understandings of black art, black life, and black womanhood." As expected, FLOTUS' inspiring speech during 5th TV Broadcast reminding black girls that they are beautiful, came with criticism. Listen to part 1 and part 2 of this week's show, as we attempt t...
Apr 09, 2015•10 min
"No matter who you are, no matter where you come from, you are beautiful." Those are the encouraging words of Michelle Obama to the attendees of the 5th TV broadcast Black Girls Rock! Black Girls Rock! is an opportunity to uplift "black excellence and challenges narrow and archaic understandings of black art, black life, and black womanhood." Unfortunately there is tension around celebrating and maintaining one's identity as a black women. Listen as we attempt to parse out the tension and delve ...
Apr 09, 2015•16 min
We are ending the three part confession series- "If there was one thing I could change…" on high note. There are far too many choices, if given a second chance, we would change. This last woman we spoke to shared a universal truth that can be applicable to our lives. This truth will make the journey to finding ourselves and our purpose a little bit more fulfilling. Listen
Feb 26, 2015•4 min
couple This is part 2 in the three part confession series- "If there was one thing I could change…" This past weekend I had the opportunity to ask three women, "If there was one thing you could change in your life what would it be?" There responses were raw honesty. Listen to part two where a woman opens up about submission in a marriage.
Feb 26, 2015•11 min
In life, you will mess up (period). Error, mistakes, royal flubs are simply a part of living. If grace is present, it can be a part of learning as well. This week we'll hear from three women who are learning from their mistakes. I talked with each of them during Rhama Word House Ministries annual "A Spirit of Giving" conference in Lansing, MI. The conference goal is to birth deliverance from life's burdens. I had the opportunity to ask each woman, "If there was one thing you could change in your...
Feb 26, 2015•7 min
