On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda welcomes actress Liz Jenkins to the show. Best known for her role as Principal Biggs on ABC’s Blackish, Liz chats with Malynda about the perception of plus-sized actors, why she decided to be more vocal about politics, and what TV studios still need to do in terms of producing more diverse content.
Feb 22, 2021•42 min•Season 4Ep. 13
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Actress and millennial icon, Kyla Pratt. The two chat about her growing up in the spotlight, her experience as a Black female in the industry, being an advocate for mental health and why a wide variety of Black stories need to be told.
Feb 18, 2021•34 min•Season 4Ep. 12
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda dives into the birth & baby field with the founder of The Cradle Company, Brandi Jordan. The two talk about how race plays a factor in this particular industry, the challenges of being a Black female entrepreneur and why it's important to use your platform to speak out against injustice and be authentic in how you market yourself no matter what field you work in.
Feb 15, 2021•28 min•Season 4Ep. 11
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda welcomes Christian sexuality coach, Yeamah Logan. The two have a powerful discussion regarding issues within the church that leave the LGBTQ community feeling alienated, how she knew this was her calling, and how she helps members of the LGBTQ community be at peace with their faith and their sexuality.
Feb 11, 2021•39 min•Season 4Ep. 10
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with actor and activist Reggie Watkins. They discuss positive changes he's seen in the industry, his podcast Brothas on Football, and what led him to co-found The Valley of Change organization.
Feb 08, 2021•34 min•Season 4Ep. 9
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with opera singer, Breanna Sinclaire. The two discuss her making history as the first Trans woman to perform with the San Fransisco Opera, what she feels is still needed in the opera community in terms of diversity, the challenges she faced during her transition, and navigating her place as a member of two marginalized groups.
Feb 04, 2021•35 min•Season 4Ep. 8
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with award-winning marketing professional, activist, philanthropist, and author of the New York Times Bestseller The Black Friend , Frederick Joseph. The two chat about the current administration, performative activism, and his new book.
Feb 01, 2021•33 min•Season 4Ep. 7
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with International Model & activist Allison Kimball about her experiences in the modeling industry, being an advocate for body positivity, the pro and cons of social media and her new podcast Spiked Kombucha!
Jan 28, 2021•32 min•Season 4Ep. 6
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with activist, writer and best-selling author Shaun King to discuss what led him to activism, his past criticism of Joe Biden & Kamala Harris, his new book Make Change and how he handles cancel culture.
Jan 25, 2021•55 min•Season 4Ep. 5
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Therapist and Founder/CEO of MyWellBeing.com, Alyssa Petersel. They discuss the stigma behind mental health, the fear behind finding a therapist, why she started MyWellBeing.com and the challenges behind being an entrepreneur.
Jan 21, 2021•37 min•Season 4Ep. 4
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with American government professor and founder of Justice Warriors academy, Ndidi Amadi. They chat about the pivotal moment in her life that made her want to get involved in government and politics, why more people need to understand how government works, what her hopes for Biden are and the consequences from the riots at the Capitol.
Jan 18, 2021•37 min•Season 4Ep. 3
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Singer/Songwriter Gattison about his personal story, experiences working in the Christian music industry and how people put too much faith in spiritual leaders. The two also discuss the responsibility that spiritual leaders have during the pandemic in terms of leading their congregation the way God would want them to.
Jan 14, 2021•33 min•Season 4Ep. 2
On the Season 4 premiere of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with Host & Musician Grace Semler Baldridge to discuss her docu-series State of Grace on Refinery29, being a Queer Christian, how she manages to find a healthy intersection between the two and what the role of the church should be.
Jan 11, 2021•35 min•Season 4Ep. 1
In the final Episode of Season 3, Malynda reflects on 2020 and the lessons she's learned throughout the year. #WeNeedToTalk will Return January 11th, 2021.
Dec 07, 2020•16 min
On this weeks episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda discusses the importance of why we should make supporting Black Owned businesses a part of our regular routine.
Nov 30, 2020•20 min•Season 3Ep. 20
On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda focuses on the positive of 2020 and things to be thankful for.
Nov 23, 2020•16 min•Season 3Ep. 19
On this weeks episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by Ndidi Amadi, Drexel Heard, II and Ian Felchlin to discuss black endorsements of Trump, Celebrity endorsements, Swing States, Religion and Politics!
Nov 02, 2020•52 min•Season 3Ep. 18
This week Malynda is joined by Ndidi Amadi, Ian Felchlin, and Drexel Heard to discuss to latest Presidential debate, the rise in Covid cases and comparisons to the 2016 election.
Oct 26, 2020•53 min•Season 3Ep. 17
In week 2 of The Road to the Election series Malynda is joined by musician Ian Felchlin, American Government Professor Ndidi Amadi and Comedian/Activist Dana Goldberg. The three discuss the confirmation hearing, Biden & Trump Town Halls, Ice Cube and Upcoming Covid relief.
Oct 19, 2020•57 min•Season 3Ep. 16
This week on #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by Professor Ndidi Amadi and Musician Ian Felchin to discuss the events of last week as well as the lead up to the 2020 Election. This episode is part 1 of the "Road to the Election" series.
Oct 12, 2020•43 min•Season 3Ep. 15
On this weeks episode Malynda talks about Trump, Covid and the fallout of the reception for Amy Coney Barrett.
Oct 05, 2020•21 min•Season 3Ep. 14
On this week's one-on-one episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by her husband to discuss what raising a bi-racial child looks like in the wake of civil unrest and racial tensions throughout the country.
Sep 28, 2020•32 min•Season 3Ep. 13
On this weeks One on One, Malynda sits down with Drexel Heard, Executive Director of the LA County Democratic Party, to discuss Trump's Presidency, Biden/Harris policies, replacing RBG, and California propositions.
Sep 21, 2020•51 min•Season 3Ep. 12
In this weeks one on one, Malynda sits down with drama/comedy poetry duo, Griot. They discuss activism, history, and how they use storytelling to make a difference.
Aug 31, 2020•54 min
On this weeks roundtable discussion, Malynda is joined by Reverend Denyse Barnes, Filmmaker Dakota Lupo, Youtuber Rod Kim and Environmental Justice Advocate Chelsey Gentry-Tipton to discuss White Privilege.
Aug 24, 2020•40 min•Season 3Ep. 10
On this weeks one on one #episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with Seattle based blues singer Lady A and her music producer John Oliver III to discuss her career, the music industry and the recent controversy surround Lady Antebellum's name change.
Aug 10, 2020•42 min•Season 3Ep. 9
On this weeks one on one episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda is joined by Shanna Lee to discuss manifestation, energy shifts and positivity through the pandemic. Shanna is an intuitive healer and celebrity manifestation coach. She is the #1 best -selling author of The Soul Frequency: Your Healthy, Awakened and Authentic Life and the host of The Soul Frequency Show podcast; leading the conversation on raising your energy frequency and creating a life founded on truth and alignment....
Aug 03, 2020•40 min•Season 3Ep. 8
On this weeks episode of #WeNeedTalk, Malynda is joined by 4 teachers to discuss what teaching online has been like during the pandemic, risks involved with returning to school and how teachers and education are viewed in society.
Jul 27, 2020•46 min•Season 3Ep. 7
In this week's episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with Emmy Award Winner and former Chair of the Department of Black Studies at University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omowale Akintunde to discuss systemic racism within education, Whiteness as a default, intersectional oppression and our current political climate.
Jul 20, 2020•52 min•Season 3Ep. 6
On this week's roundtable discussion, Malynda is joined by Maiya Sykes, Ian Felchin, Andrew Orbison, Emily Danger and LaVance Colley to discuss the effects that COVID 19 has had on the music industry and what's next for artists and musicians.
Jul 14, 2020•59 min•Season 3Ep. 5