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The Suga

Tika Sumpter, Thai Randolphwww.thesugapodcast.com
Welcome to The Suga, a brown mama's guide to the sweet life with hosts Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph. Each week, listeners can laugh, learn, love AND (instead of spilling the tea) share THE SUGA by celebrating sisterhood and motherhood.
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Episodes

How to Have The Talk with Your Kids with Dr. Tracie Gilbert

There’s no denying that our little ones are curious and it’s important for us to have those awkward, but honest conversations about their body. We're joined by sex and sexuality educator, Dr. Tracie Gilbert to learn how we can have "the talk" at any age with our kids. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 20201 hr 17 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Reclaiming the Orgasm with Shan Boodram

It's sexy suga time and we're talking all about pandemic sex, orgasms, and role play with Certified intimacy educator and Sexologist, Shan Boodram (Quibi's Sexology with Shan Boodram). Just a heads up, you may want to keep the earbuds in for this one... this episode is for mommy's ears only! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 07, 202055 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Creating Your Personal Style with June Ambrose

It doesn’t always have to be mom jeans and Birkenstocks, we’re talking with celebrity stylist and costume designer, June Ambrose about keeping it cute and creating your personal style. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 202055 minSeason 2Ep. 4

It Takes a Village with Latham Thomas

We're celebrating National Black Breastfeeding Week with Doula and maternity wellness expert, Latham Thomas of Mama Glow. Our conversation with Latham is healing, as we reexamine the narrative of Black motherhood and address our ancestral connection to the birthing experience in America today. Also, there's still time to register for the Milk & Suga digital summit happening on Friday, August 28th, sign up today! https://www.milkandsuga.com/#register-form See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Aug 24, 20201 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Love Yourself More with Marlo Hampton

We're giving our guest her peach today, this week we've got the fabulous and effortlessly chic Marlo Hampton (Real Housewives of Atlanta) on the show! She's sharing what it's like becoming a fulltime auntie raising her nephews, giving us insight into her own upbringing and how she works through her insecurities. Plus, Tika pitches Marlo on a business idea that we'd all be interested in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 17, 202043 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Spiritual Glow Up with Sarah Jakes Roberts

Sometimes we gotta go through the test for the testimony. To kick off season 2, we're joined by pastor and business woman, Sarah Jakes Roberts (Founder of Woman Evolve) who gives us a masterclass in evolving and reframing our relationship with failure and what it means to be a modern woman of faith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 10, 202057 minSeason 2Ep. 1

We Deserve All Of It! Period.

We're back with an all new season of The Suga starting Monday, August 10th! We know the terrible twos are very real, but there's nothing terrible about season two. We've got an incredible lineup of expert guests and celebrity mama's joining us to talk about all kinds of topics like career longevity, how to find your personal style and even how to face fertility concerns. Make sure to subscribe, we can't wait for you to listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 03, 20202 min

The Suga Mini: Blending Families with LeToya Luckett-Walker

In this mini-episode, we're talking all about identity, the pressures of motherhood, and blending families with superstar mama, LeToya Luckett-Walker (Friends and Family Hustle). LeToya reminds us that we're all doing the best we can in these very trying times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 27, 202029 min

The Suga Mini: Family Planning with Bresha Webb

In this mini-episode, we're getting candid about egg freezing with actress and comedian, Bresha Webb (Netflix Sextuplets). If you've ever wondered what the process is like, Bresha is sharing her experience with us in this laugh out loud episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 20, 202031 min

Owning Your Voice with Kelly Rowland

Learning how to calm the inner critic is something that we all have in common. In our final episode of the season, we’re joined by superstar mama, Kelly Rowland who gets candid about how she quiets the noise and why it's important to embrace your flaws. Stay with us, check out http://sugaberry.com for even more resources and information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 15, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 12

With Love & Solidarity From Tika and Thai

We're breaking format this week to share a message of solidarity with everyone fighting for Black lives, racial justice and a better world. Learn more about where to direct your energy and donations here: http://sugaberry.com/mama/10-social-justice-resources/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 08, 20202 min

Starting Where You Are with Massy Arias

This week we’ve got the fittest mom in the game, Massy Arias joining us to talk about motherhood, mental health and making healthy lifestyle choices that last for good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 01, 202051 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Mama's Mental Health with Dr. Imani

Celebrating the joys of sisterhood also means looking out for one another, especially when it comes to your mental health. We’re joined by Dr. Imani ( Bravo’s Married to Medicine ) to help us unpack the stigmas associated with seeking help and ways we can get our minds right. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 24, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Spiritual Grounding with Erica Campbell

We've got First Lady Erica Campbell (Mary Mary) on this week getting candid about motherhood and sharing how she’s teaching her children to cultivate their own spiritual routines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 18, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Living Well with Tia Mowry

Living well and being well may sound simple enough, but we all know it isn’t. This week we’re talking with Tia Mowry (Netflix Family Reunion) about expectations of motherhood, what kickstarted her wellness journey and her favorite recipes from her cookbook, Whole New You. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 11, 202055 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Sharing the Suga with Our Own Moms

Make sure to have a box of tissues ready because this Mother’s Day, we’re getting personal. Our very own precious mama’s, Ms. Janice and Ms. Sherrie join us to share their stories of resilience, strength and love. A reminder we all need to hear, there is always joy, even during the tough times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 04, 202053 minSeason 1Ep. 7

According To “Plan” with Christina Elmore Duke

Things don’t always go according to plan, but we learn how to adapt. This week we’re catching up with Christina Elmore Duke (HBO’s Insecure & BET’s Twenties) about her parenting style, planning motherhood around her career, and how she’s keeping her hands busy during quarantine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 27, 202047 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Celebrating Black Love with Codie Elaine Oliver

We’re sharing a whole guidebook to love and intimacy with our guest Codie Elaine Oliver, founder of Black Love. We're sharing how we met our significant others, tips on maintaining some romantic normalcy plus advice to anyone holding out hope to find that special someone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 20, 202057 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Creating a Vibe in Your Home with Justina Blakeney

Feeling like your home decor needs a refresh? Justina Blakeney (designer, artist, author and the founder of Jungalow) shares tips on how to design that special space for mama and the perfect play area for our sugababies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 13, 202052 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Preventing Mommy Burnout w/ Devi Brown

Let’s be real, moms are expected to be the epitome of self-sacrifice. This week we’re joined by Devi Brown (Founder of Karma Bliss and wellness entrepreneur) who is dropping some gems (and crystals) sharing practical tools and methods for implementing a self-care routine for all the hardworking mamas out there. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 06, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Our Temporary Normal

Since news of Coronavirus hit the United States, everything has come to a halt and has challenged families to adjust to a temporary normal. In this episode, we give recommendations about ways to keep the little ones busy and relieve some of that mommy stress while we’re under quarantine, maybe we'll do a Tik-Tok challenge while we're at it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 30, 202044 minSeason 1Ep. 2

A Love Letter to All The Mamas with Jazmyn Simon

We all know that having a baby is a labor of love, but sometimes having a baby for the first time can simultaneously feel like the most joyous thing ever & the most isolating thing ever. In this episode, Jazmyn Simon (HBO's Ballers ) joins us as we share advice we wish we knew before we became moms. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 23, 20201 hrSeason 1Ep. 1

Introducing The Suga with Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph

Welcome to the sweet life! Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph are teaming up to create a luxurious space for modern moms of color to revel in the sweetness of motherhood and sisterhood. Every episode will feature dynamic guests sharing their experiences navigating womanhood and talking about the things that light them up! Grab a beverage of your choice and sip along as you listen to The Suga! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 10, 20202 min
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