The Joi of Social Work Podcast was born as a result of its creator Joi, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker from the Bronx, being hit with tragedy in 2009, 2011 & 2017; with the deaths of her father, mother & boyfriend. Joi's friends encouraged her to tell her story through comedy as she uses humor as a coping mechanism. It wasn't until a friend presented her with a microphone & computer that podcasting became a thought. Joi has also taken her story of life after loss and the importance of men ...
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Alignment & 60 Days of Joi
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Well hello there! It has been a long time since we have chatted over here... let's catch up! 2024 has been an interesting one. Lots of endings, pauses and fresh starts. I am excited to see where 2025 takes me and I hope you too decide to lean in on your goals and achieve them! My word for the year is ME! I am focusing on Joi!Have you been missing m…
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Well hey y'all! 2023 has been some kind of year! Here is a quick recap of what has happened since we last spoke. Make sure you stay tuned for what is to come in 2024.Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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Leaving Private Practice
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It has been a long time since we have last caught up with Joi! Post-tour life has been interesting with a mix of great and exciting things; as well as some challenges. In this episode she discusses potentially leaving Private Practice and how this work is exhausting to Black women.Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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Social Work Month & Shit!
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Don't call it a comeback!!! Just a little update or whatever from Joi!Coming to The Joi of Social Work Podcast Tour? ATL Show - Friday, April 21DMV Show - Saturday, April 22NYC Show - Friday, April 28Tickets can be purchased here - https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-joi-of-social-work-podcast-tour-1703049…
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Final Episode: "Why Me?" Answered
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After 5 years; the time has come for The Joi of Social Work Podcast to end. We are forever grateful to those who have supported and listened over the years. Thank you for taking this journey with Joi! Please stay in touch by following her on IG @thejoiofsocialwork. Stay tuned for Tour information!Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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Dating: How to be Honest, Hopeful & Happy
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This is the 2nd to last episode of The Joi of Social Work Podcast! And we are talking about DATING!!!!Dating has been a topic that has come up a few times on this podcast. From Joi not being interested in it at the start of this podcast to feeling the most hopeful about it in years; here goes a conversation about it between Joi and her Social Work …
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Often times in the Black community, you hear therapists referred to as "The Lady"; especially when someone gets caught doing something they aren't supposed to be doing... you know cheating! On this episode Joi connected with Quinelle Hickman, LMFT & founder of Counseling to Comfort NYC (IG: @counselingtocomfort_nyc)to discuss what couples & family …
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Entrepreneurship & Mental Health
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Being an entrepreneur can feel rewarding & flexible. Yet also lonely & stressful. How do you manage taking care of yourself while also taking care of a business, clients & other expectations of life? On this episode Joi is joined by father, entrepreneur, owner of Opn & mental health advocate Dwight Peters (IG: @dwightlpeters/@get_opn). They discuss…
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The Most Personal Episode
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This is the most personal episode to date... talking about career, grief and goals are easy compared to this.Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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In this episode Joi reflects on wanting more... and by more, to truly live a good life. The first step of that is being honest about what you want and what that means to YOU! Next add or subtract things from your life that do or do not go with the life you see for yourself. After that; do the work to get it! What you want is not too large! Unrealis…
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8 Dimensions of Wellness
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What if you f***ed around & found out what life was like if you focused on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness? If your emotional, physical, occupational, social, spiritual, intellectual, environmental & financial wellness were at a 10/10... what would your life look & feel like? How does it feel thinking that could be your reality? Do you embrace it? Are…
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So often we give sooooo much of ourselves to our jobs, family, friends and relationships that there isn't much to give to ourselves. What about if you gave to yourself first? What about if you did things that only benefited you? How do you think you would feel? Maybe a little guilty. But could you also possibly feel refreshed, happier or have more …
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Q4: Stop Holding Yourself Back
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Some of us are blocked from our greatness because of ourselves! Someone might have told us we couldn't have it, it didn't make sense or that it wasn't realistic and we believed them. Or we told ourselves it was too much or too hard and also believed that. In this episode Joi makes a commitment to herself to have the life she envisions. What about y…
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The Dating Diary of a 38 Year Old Unmarried Widow
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On this episode Joi vents about dating life and expectations. Do you think she is asking for too much? Are her expectations too high? She also discusses the 21 day feelings check in she will be doing away. Are you intentional about checking in and acknowledging your feelings?Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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When Your Passion Changes
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It was such a pleasure for Joi to be joined on this episode by one of her best friends Lakeisha! Hear about her journey to and out of Social Work. What is your passion? Has it changed? Are you feeling stuck in you job or career? This episode might be helpful of you!Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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Self-Disclosure & Social Media
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Are you a woman who doesn't have other friends who are women? Do you find yourself not trusting or wanting to be with other women? It could be them & that you need to surround yourself with a different type of woman that you connect more with. Or it could be you Sis! As Joi returns back from an amazing & inspiring weekend in Philly to celebrate the…
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Mindset, Selfishness & ATL Fried Chicken
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On this episode Joi is joined by one of her good girlfriends who came to Atlanta to visit. They talk about ALL the things; with a focus on selfishness, mindset & chicken! What are you thoughts about being called selfish or mean? Is your mindset one of abundance or scarcity? Are you a drums or flats person?…
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Self Sabotage & Overthinking
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Have you ever sabotaged an opportunity or relationship? It could have been out of fear or even overthinking all the "what ifs". On this episode Joi is joined by returning guest and fellow Clinical Social Worker Kee, LICSW, LCSW-C (IG: @livefreewithkee) who is dropping all the gems!Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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My Biggest Mistake in Private Practice
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In this episode Joi discusses her biggest mistake in private practice. What do you think it is?Want to make a Juneteenth donation? CashApp: $JoiSw or Venmo @Joi-SW. Email thejoiofsocialwork@gmail.com for additional payment methods. Pick Joi's Brain Session: https://calendly.com/thejoiofsocialwork/60minIn GA or can make it here Saturday, August 20th…
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In this episode Joi briefly discusses what being an Auntie biologically, with her play play nieces & nephews and in Social Work means to her.Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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Hey y'all! We are back with a new episode! Joi is talking with fellow LCSW, Veronica (IG: @prettyblessed_mua) about the significance of SHE to her and why women need other women. Also in this episode you'll find out why Joi is NEVER moving back to NYC! Sorry... not sorry. Upcoming Events:Dope Therapy Talks Session 2 - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/d…
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Loooooooooveeeee!!!! There are so many things I want to tell you! On this episode Joi is joined by her mentee Dani, LMSW (@danistarrtalks) and her fiancé. They are talking marriage, dating and Black love!Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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Protecting My Mental Health
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On this episode Joi talks about her recent feelings surrounding her mental health and how she has been coping. Also find out about a potential career change for her...Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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We are reporting live from Joi's new home in GA! Ever taken a step - big or small and felt super proud of yourself? That is what Joi is feeling nowadays! What are you proud of yourself for doing? Sometimes it is having a difficult conversation. Sometimes it is setting a boundary. Others it can be moving away from a place or people who are unhealthy…
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Hello! Hello! Hello!!! We are back with a New Season of The Joi of Social Work Podcast! Welcome back... Now we are not sure if we are back on schedule but here is a lil something something. As you might know; Joi is moving to Georgia & has officially said goodbye to her home state of New York. Here is a quick update since we left off. Upcoming Even…
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TTYL in the Name of Self Care
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Happy Last Episode of this 4 year season of The Joi of Social Work Podcast! Thank you for all of your support and love over the last 4 years! We will be back... we think... just stay tuned and connected!Upcoming Event:The Joi of Social Work 4 Year Anniversary Celebration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joi-of-social-work-4-year-podcast-anniversar…
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Melanated Social Work
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What a better way to begin wrapping up this 4 year season of The Joi of Social Work Podcast than by having some of Joi's favorite Social Workers and Podcasters as guests! Thank you Josh, Michael, Jesse and Marvin of Melanted Social Work (IG: @melanatedsocialwork)for you time, knowledge and dedication to yourselves and this work! You are greatly app…
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Hey 2022: Leaving NY, Insecure & Nudes!
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Happy New Year!!!Well hey y'all hey! Welcome to 2022! As you know (or may know) we have a few more episodes until we take a break. The Joi of Social Work Podcast will be taking a pause after January 2022 & 4 years of podcasting to evaluate what is next. Thank you so much for your support during this journey!On this episode Joi discusses moving out …
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Were You Winging 2021?
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2021 is just about a wrap! How has your year been? What have you learned? How have you grown? This feels like a perfect time to reflect on the year. On this episode Joi is joined by Andre (IG: @communityovercompetition_) and they talk about all the things... including "winging" the year versus having a vision or goals. See you in 2022!Don't forget …
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Mental Health & Family
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Happy December! As we are in the holiday season, many folks will be spending time with their family. Is your family good for your mental health? Let's forget about the thickness of blood and water... are they really helping or hurting your mental health? In this episode we discuss mental health and family with Queen H and Queen P who are The Queens…
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Tis the season to be... SELFISH! Wait Joi! We were taught to make sure others felt good or better than us. What do you mean be selfish? Tune in to here what Joi thinks about selfishness and why she believes we need to tap into it a little more than we do!Podcasts to listen to:Queens of Social Work Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/quee…
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Advocacy, Race Busters & Leo BFFs
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On this episode Joi is joined by no other than THEE Marvin Toliver (IG: @mtoliver_lcsw)! We love that Marvin, along with his @melanatedsocialwork brothers believe in being both seen & heard. We need that especially in the Social Work field where there can be so many mixed feelings regarding speaking up for yourself. Interested in joining Tiyanna (I…
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French Fry Friendship Theory
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Friends! How many of us truly have them? How many of you have good friends? What does that even mean to you? Over the years, Joi has used this "French Fry Friend Theory" to break down how she looks at friendships. Listen to learn more about it!Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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Living Single - SW Edition
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On this episode Joi is joined by fellow Social Workers Domonique (IG: @theselfcarementor), Bia (IG: @biathepodcaster) and Denise (IG: @dreyes_lmsw) talking about dating... as social workers... and women of color in NYC. YIKES! If you know, you know! What do you look for in someone you are dating? Are you the shot shooter or do you like to be approa…
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Therapy Doesn't Work if You Don't
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The idea that everyone NEEDS therapy is debatable however there could be benefits for all of us if we do the work! Joi has uncovered in her therapy journey that she hasn't always been honest or really addressed the "problem" that she needs to. You can go or feel that you "should"... but it doesn't work if you don't!Upcoming Events:10/11: You Got Th…
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Big Chop & Boundaries
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Happy September!In life we have several periods of transition. With all that has been going on for and with her lately, Joi has felt it is time for a change (before her big transition). Over the week she decided to cut her hair the shortest it has been. They say a woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life... well let's get it!! What happe…
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Not Your Average Social Worker Part I
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When you think of what a Social Worker looks like what do you see? When you think about what they sound like and the words they use, what are they? I used to think of sweater vests and complicated jargon until I realized - "Hey I am a Social Worker and I am FAR from that!"On this episode Joi pulls up on and discusses Social Work and life with fello…
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It's My Birthday! (and I will cry because I can)
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Happy 37th Birthday Joi!!!In this episode Joi reflects on the last year and what she is hoping to accomplish this year! Heads up... there are tears! Shout out to her MAU Sedicah (IG: @spbeauty___) for the 3:30am beat.Upcoming Events:Saturday, September 18: Curlz N Kickin It - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/curlznkickin-ita-day-to-discuss-it-all-ticke…
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Happy August!!! Happy Leo Season!!!Two years ago on March 31 we lost rapper, activist, entrepreneur & more, Nipsey Hussle. As a result a Queens entrepreneur, Sassie (IG: @sassie_sa_ent, @sassie_sa_husslenchat, @sassie_lashes_ & @lafleurevents)created a space to honor and celebrate not only Nipsey's life; but other Black men out here doing their thi…
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Mindsets, Networking & Amazon Deliveries
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Happy Juneteenth Pt. 2! This episode almost did not happen due to the onset of burnout for Joi; however Mr. Networking King himself, Andre Apparicio (@itsaprocess_org) said F that let's record! On this episode he and Joi discuss mindset, the importance of networking and neighbors that don't steal! Be sure to follow Andre and all he has coming up!Up…
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Often times the more you learn about yourself; the more you learn about your family. The more you learn about your family; the more you see them as humans... as people! In this episode Joi discusses seeing her parents differently now that she knows more about trauma and the impact of parental relationships. On Juneteeth Joi attended the private scr…
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Equally Yoked Friends
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Friends! How many of us have them? How many of have equally yoked friends? In this episode we are talking about friendship - what we learned about it from the adults around us, why do we give more grace to intimate partners than friends and our opinion of having friends who hold you accountable. Let us know what you think & share your friendship st…
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Whew Chile.... the last month has been rough!!! Has anyone else been struggling emotionally? Joi has one of those open and honest conversations about the current space that she is in. Things To Check Out:6/19 - More Than Academics Documentary, New York, NY https://www.eventbrite.com/e/morethanacademics-documentary-premiere-tickets-154484133201Upcom…
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Faith & Mental Health
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How does faith connect to your mental health? On this episode Joi is joined by fellow Social Worker Kee, LICSW, LCSW-C (IG: @keeofalltrades). Kee walks us through how faith has been keeping her going.Upcoming Events:5/12 - Port Authority Fireside Chat Mental Health Series (Register: joi_mham.eventbrite.com)6/26 - Social Work Family Reunion (locatio…
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On this episode Mr. Community Over Competition aka Andre Apparicio (IG: @communityovercompetition_) discusses what it means for him to be celebrating 10 years home and what has kept him home. He also shares about the importance of community and self-care. Be sure to check out Andre in an upcoming series called "Shifting Into Your Purpose": https://…
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Colorism From Black Women's Perspective
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Last summer Joi and a group of dynamic Black women discussed their experiences with colorism. Tune in and let us know how colorism has impacted you! Upcoming Events:April 28 - YEP-NYC Presents: The Importance of SEL in Schools(Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__LQ0pi6aQNKBKRkVS-210w)May 2 - Recreating the Balance (Register: recr…
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In this season on clearing and change, Joi has made a commitment to her healing journey unlike ever before. On this episode she explains why she is ready to do the work. Upcoming Events:June 26 - Social Work Appreciation Gathering/Family Reunion (more info to come)Kirjoittanut thejoiofsocialwork
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On this episode Joi is joined by Alicia Tetteh, LCSW, RYT-200. Alicia is passionate about the professional and personal development of clinicians. Be sure to follow her on Instagram @buildingendurancepllc and @_aliciaoctavia for more information! In addition she has some dope professional development opportunities coming up in March! Check out her …
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Love: Building or Babysitting
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It is Valentine's Day y'all! Or the day before Joi's half birthday... whichever (if either) you'd like to celebrate. In this episode Joi discusses love and dating with her friend Vadray. Spoiler alert - they met on Tinder years ago but have never met in person. This episode brought up a lot of feelings for Joi... y'all know dating has been complica…
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