This week we talk to Resmaa Menakem, NY Times bestselling author of My Grandmother’s Hands, on the impact of generational trauma and other Black things. Resmaa's latest book, The Quaking of America is available now wherever books are sold. Make sure to come back for part 2 of our conversation next week.IG @resmaamenakem~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Continue your credit journey with Chime. Sign up takes only two minutes and doesn't affect your credi...
Apr 14, 2022•44 min•Ep 216•Transcript available on Metacast This week we zoom in on the Showtime/Mass Appeal docu-series Everything’s Gonna be All White with producer/director Djali Brown-Cepeda.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Take a real Spring break and book yourself a moment of smooth at European Wax Center. Make a reservation today—your first wax is free.To score 15% off your Blenders purchase, visit BLENDERS EYEWEAR dot com and enter promo code dosesvip. That’s BLENDERS EYEWEAR dot com, code dosesvip for...
Apr 06, 2022•48 min•Ep 215•Transcript available on Metacast This week we talk to Amira Rose Davis, host of American Prodigies season 3 about documenting the nuanced experience of being at the intersection of race, gender, and sports.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Stop overpaying for shipping with Stamps.com. Sign up with promo code DOSES for a special offer that includes a 4-week trial, free postage, and a digital scale. No long-term commitments or contracts. Just go to Stamps.com, click the microphone at th...
Mar 30, 2022•58 min•Ep 214•Transcript available on Metacast This week we talk to the Ignant Intellectual aka Zerandrian Morris, about feeling the effects of these mortal frameworks.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~It's time to reclaim your health and arm your immune system with convenient, daily nutrition. It’s just one scoop in a cup of water every day. That’s it! No need for a million different pills and supplements to look out for your health. To make it easy, Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE 1 y...
Mar 23, 2022•49 min•Ep 213•Transcript available on Metacast This week we politic with Congresswoman Cori Bush of Missouri, and get a down-to-earth perspective of the ivory tower.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Make your first good decision of the new year, and join over 10 million people using Chime. Sign up takes only two minutes and doesn’t affect your credit score. Get started at chime.com/doses. For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, check GoodRx at GoodRX.com/doses. Learn more about your ad cho...
Mar 16, 2022•49 min•Ep 212•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we're joined by Lizz Winstead, founder of Abortion Access Front and cohost of Feminist Buzzkills Live, to talk about the wave of anti-abortion legislation sweeping the nation.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Trust me, you need to start taking the breaks you deserve with Jinjer Essential Oil too. And right now, I have an amazing deal just for my listeners: 20% OFF your first purchase. But this is only available at my special URL jinjer.US/DO...
Mar 09, 2022•56 min•Ep 211•Transcript available on Metacast This week we talk to Courtney Kemp, creator of Starz TV series Power (and its three subsequent spinoffs), about what it takes to call the shots.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Go to HelloFresh.com/doses16 and use code DOSES16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Get started with Issuu today for FREE or if you sign up for a premium account you will get 50% off when you go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code DOSESIt’s time to reclaim your healt...
Mar 02, 2022•1 hr 19 min•Ep 210•Transcript available on Metacast This week we pour into the marketing mind of Ingrid Best, former Diageo exec and now founder of iBest Wines.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Hurry and enter TODAY for your chance to win the Lake Tahoe Dream House or other life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/doses. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code doses 20.Right now, Fuzzy is offering our listeners a FREE 7-Day Trial membership. Go to YourFuzzy.com/doses today to sign up...
Feb 23, 2022•56 min•Ep 209•Transcript available on Metacast This episode, I connect with an old friend and incredible artist Loni Johnson, who talks us through the social practice of her mastery.IG @lonijae305~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Get 20% off your first order of Blueland’s revolutionary refill cleaning system when you go to Blueland.com/DOSESFor simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, check GoodRx. Go to GoodRX.com/dosesMake your first good decision of the new year, and join over 10 million peo...
Feb 16, 2022•54 min•Ep 208•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we talk to Daniel Collins, former convict and current activist, about his road to enlightenment and his fight for RaShawn Clark’s freedom. https://www.gofundme.com/f/attorney-retention-for-rashawn-clark ~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Get started with Issuu today for FREE or if you sign up for a premium account you will get 50% off when you go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code DOSESThere is a detective in all of us! Find your inner d...
Feb 09, 2022•1 hr•Ep 207•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we talk to visual artist and quilt maker Bisa Butler, weaving together her journey from teacher to master.IG @bisabutler~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~Go to HelloFresh.com/doses16 and use code DOSES16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Right now, get 30% off your Betabrand order when you go to Betabrand.com/DOSES. It’s time to reclaim your health and arm your immune system with convenient, daily nutrition. Athletic Greens is giving ...
Feb 02, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Ep 206•Transcript available on Metacast This week we talk to UCLA Gymnastics team members Margzetta Frazier and Sekai Wright about the ongoing situation surrounding the protection of Black team members.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 26, 2022•52 min•Ep 205•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we create space with author Chloe Dulce Louvouezo for intimate stories from Black women on identity, healing, and self-trust.~For more content, subscribe to our Patreon (patreon.com/smartfunnyandblack)!~jinjer.us/dosesgoodrx.com/dosesharperwilde.com/dosesissuu.com/podcast (code DOSES at checkout) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 19, 2022•58 min•Ep 204•Transcript available on Metacast This week, I share what I’ve learned in this new phase of love. For more content, subscribe to our Patreon ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 12, 2022•43 min•Ep 203•Transcript available on Metacast Continuing with our annual Keep and Dump episode, we identify that which to leave behind in 2021 and that which to hold on to in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 05, 2022•44 min•Ep 202•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we talk to fine artist Gregory Simmons about his groundbreaking crate series and how the pandemic made his art a profession. IG @g_simmonsart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 29, 2021•57 min•Ep 201•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we are joined by fine artist Cristina Martinez to talk her new line at Nordstrom, why oils are better, and betting on yourself. IG @sew_trill Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 22, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep 200•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we keep it moving with animator/graphic artist Andres Soler, creator of the Views from Amandaland intro. IG @theandressoler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 15, 2021•44 min•Ep 199•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Grammy nominated artist Yola gives us a word on what it is to be a Black woman in music across the pond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 10, 2021•49 min•Ep 198•Transcript available on Metacast This week, interior designer and artist Justina Blakeney walks us through her Jungalow of creativity. IG @justinablakeney + @theJungalow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 01, 2021•55 min•Ep 197•Transcript available on Metacast This week we revisit our conversation with comedian Candice Thompson to discover the truth behind the mystery of your friendly neighborhood egomaniac. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 24, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep 196•Transcript available on Metacast This week, portrait artist Amy Sherald launches our artist series with a peek inside her process, where you can see her First Lady portrait of Michelle Obama and more. IG @asherald Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep 195•Transcript available on Metacast This week we talk to Lilly Workneh, editor of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic, and CaShawn Thomspon, creator of #BlackGirlsAreMagic about why Black girls’ stories matter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep 194•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we pop open the meaning of mess and how to manage it with Kalilah Wright, creator and founder of Mess In A Bottle apparel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep 189•Transcript available on Metacast This week, I talk about the only part of Halloween I like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 27, 2021•47 min•Ep 192•Transcript available on Metacast This week, comedian and hairstylist Jonathan Van Ness joins us to talk about how not to do drama and what to do when it shows up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep 191•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we have a ball with drag queens and comedians Monét X Change and Bob the Drag Queen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 13, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep 190•Transcript available on Metacast In honor of Pregnancy Loss Awareness Month, I share my own story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 06, 2021•47 min•Ep 189•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we’re joined by comedian and entrepreneur KevOnStage to get the scoop on the good the bad and the unexpected of starting your own streaming service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 29, 2021•58 min•Ep 188•Transcript available on Metacast This week, we’re joined by mastermind and host of the Amber Ruffin Show, Amber Ruffin to talk about, well, the Amber Ruffin Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 22, 2021•58 min•Ep 187•Transcript available on Metacast 
