Monuments To Me celebrates every aspect of black women in a world that tries to ignore or destroy them. This protected place features black women and ONLY black women diving into the conversations that matter. Akilah and Tyi lead an endless range of discussions that will move you from laughter to tears and inspire you toward the best version of self, but trust, they stay unapologetically centered on black women. This ain't your everyday podcast because it ain't every day that a podcast norma ...
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Navigating Life's Seasons: Celebrating Milestones and Memories
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In the final episode of the season, join our hosts on a heartfelt and reflective journey as they explore the changing seasons in their lives. With a touch of nostalgia, they take a moment to reminisce about the most popular episodes of the season, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and their personal reflections on the impact those episodes had on t…
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Reclaiming the Southern Kitchen with Carla Hall
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On this episode of Monuments to Me, Chef Carla Hall discusses her journey of reclaiming the kitchen and creating community in the process. As a Black southern woman, Carla Hall embraces the culture of soul food - and spreads the good word about cooking with love. She shares her unique insights about divine timing, aging with grace, and pivoting in …
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Poetry, Journaling and Self-Expression for Black Women with Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D.
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Theresa tha S.O.N.G.B.I.R.D. is the sound of a new generation. She is a magical, alchemical, viral Poet and Author of the poem “You So Black.” Theresa is a performer of many talents including poetry, empowering children’s literature, vocals, and acting. She has been a Keynote Speaker at corporate events and educational institutions, made television…
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Heal Your Gut, Change Your Life with Johane Filemon
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Johane Filemon believes that beautiful food is the ultimate vehicle for self-love. As a certified Nutritionist, Johane teaches her clients to live more fully and vibrantly with food. Johane M. Filemon, MS, RDN, CLT, is a Registered Dietitian with 10 years of experience in Nutrition. Johane holds bachelor’s degrees in Exercise Science and Dietetics …
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Uncovering the Unseen: How Black Women are Revolutionizing Media with Shayla Cowen
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The latest episode of Monuments to Me features Shayla Cowan, the Chief of Staff at Will Packer Productions. She discusses her journey to her current role in Hollywood, emphasizing the importance of being seen, cultivating relationships, and trusting her instincts. Shayla shares insights on empathy, mentorship, self-care, and being genuine and disce…
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Respectability & Black Women in Politics with Nsé Ufot
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Nsé Ufot has helped register nearly 600,000 Georgia voters. In this episode of Monuments to Me, Nsé shares her passion for impact, politics, and change with listeners - including a compelling case for why Black women should vote. To Nsé, voting is an act of self-love. Focusing less on the actual vote, she argues that showing up and speaking out is …
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No More “Ride or Die” Black Women with Shanita Hubbard
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Shanita Hubbard wants to flip the script and change the conversation around Black women in hip hop…and society as a whole. Through her exploration of the “ride or die chick,” Shanita invites us to take a deeper look at how we as Black women value our worth, work, date, parent, innovate and make music. Shanita is an acclaimed Writer, Professor of Jo…
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Black Girl Magic with Cynthia Bailey: The Brilliance of Black Women
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In this episode, we have a very special guest, Cynthia Bailey, an American model, actress, and reality television personality with a history far deeper than The Real Housewives of Atlanta. Cynthia joins us to share her story, offer advice for success, and celebrate the unique value and power of black women. Throughout the episode, Cynthia opens up …
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Healing Communities Through Activism with Shar Bates and Lerae Funderburg
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This episode delves deep into the world of activism with Shar Bates and Lerae Funderburg, but not so much from a political standpoint. Akilah navigates the conversation with them from the point of view of how they make space in the world of activism, but also in their everyday lives. Shar aka The Community Healer aka Martin Luther Queen is a Radio …
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Breaking Down the Creator Door with Atlanta Creators BIG Tiny and Ashley Dixon
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In this episode, Akilah sits down with BIG Tiny and Ashley Dixon to discuss entrepreneurship as content creators and influencers. Both Atlanta-based, BIG Tiny is a singer, and songwriter and Ashley is a full-time entrepreneur creating content focused on home decor and DIY projects. Having two very different paths, BIG Tiny and Ashley share their jo…
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S2 Ep6: OnlyFans Is It a Step Up or A Set Up
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This episode is focused 100% on Only Fans and it is an amazing one. Akilah and Dawn have an open and honest conversation on the platform Only Fans and is it good or bad for black women. Is it a tool for over-sexualization or a tool for growth and change? Is it setting black women up for their future or is it setting them up for a let down. A lot of…
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S2 Ep5: From Addiction to Changing the World with Kim Carter
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We are moving mountains in this week’s episode with Kim Carter. She is a Top 10 CNN Hero, Founder and Ambassador for Time for Change Foundation, President & CEO of Center for Housing Advancement and Motivational Projects (CHAMP), author of Waking Up To My Purpose, and a proud Black woman in America. But none of that came easy. Kim shares how she ov…
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S2 Ep4: Why We Need Black Doulas and Midwives with Tracie Collins
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A distressing reality for Black women is that we are three to four times more likely to experience pregnancy-related deaths than white women. That’s why it was important for us to bring on Tracie Collins, former Doula and midwife of 17+ years and CEO and Founder of the National Black Doula’s Association (NBDA), to discuss the importance of having B…
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S2 Ep3: How To Embrace Your Sexuality to Create the Sex Life You Want with Samia Burton
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Things get spicy this week while we explore the topic of embracing sex and our sexualities with Samia Burton, an Intimacy Coordinator and Sexual Educator. Samia is the CEO and founder of Sexual Essentials, helping people create the sex lives they want through education and events. She is also the Owner and Founder of SE Media Group, just opened up …
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S2 Ep2: A Mental Health Journey with Dawn Montgomery
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Mental health, especially as a Black woman, is a difficult thing to talk about, but it’s one of the most important topics that we can discuss. Though she is already very vocal and public about it, Dawn opens up about her own journey with mental health through the years while Akilah navigates the conversation as someone who recently started her own …
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S2 Ep1: New Season, New Hosts, New Topics
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Last season, Monuments to Me, set out to create a safe space for Black women to feel, to create, and to just be. Coming back for season 2 shows that what we tried to do from the beginning was enough - and there’s no stopping us as we continue to build a community for Black Women by Black Women to talk about things that are important to them. This n…
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S1 Ep16: REVOLT is Intentionally Elevating Black Women with Monique Chenault
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Today, as we close out season 1, we bring the Monuments to Me podcast back home as we talk about how black women are winning and the huge role REVOLT plays in this space. We are joined by Monique Chenault, president of REVOLT News at REVOLT Media & TV (a cable network owned by Diddy which specializes in creating and cultivating programming for Blac…
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S1 Ep15: How to Amplify the Voices of Black Women with Christal D. Jordan and Andre Orie
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Today on the Monuments to Me podcast, we’re here to talk about voice amplification. More specifically, we’re discussing how we amplify the voices of Black women, especially when everyone doesn’t have a microphone. To help us navigate this discussion, we’re joined by Christal D. Jordan and Ardre Orie. Christal is a journalist and writer for newspape…
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S1 Ep14: Finding Authenticity as Black Women in Media with Sharon Reed and Ann Hill Bond
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What does it mean to be full and comfortable with being yourself within the constraints of the mainstream media industry? Sharron Reed and Ann Hill Bond join us today to discuss how Black women in media can make their mark while finding joy and authenticity. Sharon Reed is a news anchor in major markets, such as Atlanta and Cleveland. She’s worked …
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S1 Ep13: The Power of Storytelling and Literary Activism with Tamika Newhouse and Kimberly Jones
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We have a very special episode of Monuments to Me, all about self-expression, creativity, and telling your story. Tamika Newhouse is a natural-born creator and storyteller. She has written and published 18 books, and she runs an independent publishing house called Delphine Publications, where she’s published well over 300 titles. Kimberly Jones is …
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S1 Ep12: How Black Women Can Build Wealth and Pursue Financial Empowerment with Ensa Huger
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Today on the Monuments to Me podcast, we’re joined by Ensa Huger. Ensa is an accountant, speaker, author, consultant, and entrepreneur enthusiast. She’s an Atlanta native and accounting graduate from George State, and she loves all things finance and empowerment. In today’s episode, Ensa is sharing the tools, information, and resources to help Blac…
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S1 Ep11: Understanding Infertility and How Black Women Can Advocate for Their Health with Dr. Soyini Hawkins
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A few episodes ago, we discussed fibroids and how it affects Black women. Today, Dr. Soyini Hawkins joins the Monuments to Me podcast to chat more in-depth about understanding infertility, reproductive justice, and how you can take your own fertility into your own hands. Dr. Soyini Hawkins is a Gynecologist who specializes in the minimally invasive…
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S1 Ep10: The Difference Between CBD and THC with Brande Elise and Danielle Gray
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We are joined by one of the most well-known couples in the South on today’s episode of the Monuments to Me podcast. Brandé Elise, a voiceover actor and TV host, and Danielle Gray, a marketing strategist and graphic designer, join us today to share all about their company, Unoia. Established in Atlanta, Unoia has taken the CBD world by storm with th…
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S1 Ep9: Sex liberation and unfiltered conversation with Kiki Said So & Medinah Monroe
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Today’s episode of the Monuments to Me is going to be a spicy one. We’re joined by none other than Medinah Monroe and Kiki Said So, the brilliant, bright, and funny duo behind the Cocktales: Dirty Discussions podcast. Medinah and Kiki are removing the thin, laced veil between dating for purpose and dating for pleasure. They talk about sex in a comp…
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S1 Ep8: Black Businesses, Community, and Building Black Wealth with Kellye Britton and Dr. Key Hallmon
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What is the role that Black women play in moving industries and infrastructure within their communities? Akilah and Tyi speak with Dr. Key Hallmon and Kellye Britton to dive deep into the ways Black women in business, youth, and small business initiatives within Atlanta are ever-thriving and ever-growing. Dr. Key Hallmon is the founder of 3 compani…
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S1 Ep7: The Radical Act of Self-Care with Anana Parris and Ecleynne Mercy
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Today, Akilah and Tyi are joined by Anana Parris and Ecleynne Mercy. Both Anana Parris and Ecleynne Mercy are daughters of revolutionaries, and they live up to their ancestry by being radical revolutionaries paving the way for self-care and rest for Black women. Anana Parris is an excellent and devoted mom to her son. She focuses on liberation and …
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S1 Ep6: Unpacking and Understanding Fibroids with Tanika Gray Valbrun and Ashley Gardner
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In today’s episode of the Monuments to Me podcast, Akilah and Tyi are speaking with Ashley Gardner and Tanika Valburn about fibroids. This is an important conversation for women everywhere, whether you’re new to the term fibroids, or have heard it before and are unsure of what it means. Tanika Valburn is a journalist by trade who is also the founde…
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S1 Ep5: Navigating Dating, Relationships and Love in 2022 with Damona Hoffman and Koereyelle
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Dating in 2022 can feel like the hunger games, but does it have to be? Tyi and Akilah tackle the questions we've all had about finding our true match. This week they are joined by celebrity dating coach Damona Hoffman who has been coaching singles on how to find love online and offline for over 15 years and host of podcast Dates & Mates and Koereye…
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S1 Ep4: Preparing to Quit Your 9-5 Job & Navigating Life After Being Laid Off
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9-5 jobs can feel all-consuming. Oftentimes, people in the corporate world don’t feel like they have the time and space to explore their hobbies and interests, or even spend time with their families. If this is you, or you’ve just been laid off of your 9-5 job, listen up. Life is short, it’s probably time to switch things up! Between the two of the…
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S1 Ep3: Black Womanhood: Resilience, Assimilation, and Authenticity with Denene Millner and Sharonda L. Britton
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What does it mean to be a Black woman? This is a question that garners a very diverse response. Denene Millner and Sharonda L. Britton join the show to help us answer this question while exploring the current state of Black womanhood. Denene Millner is a New York Times bestselling author and frequent contributor to publications such as NPR, Essence…
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S1 Ep1: Black Women, Social Justice, and the Messy Middle of Life
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In the very first episode of Monuments to Me, your hosts - Akilah Ffriend and Tyi McCray are taking you through the heart and soul of this brand new show.This episode will introduce you to both Akilah and Tyi, their varied backgrounds, who they are outside of the podcast world, and what this show means to them.Then, Akilah and Tyi discuss their goa…
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S1 Ep2: Life, Justice, and Self-Care After Roe. v. Wade with Monica Simpson and Judge Shermela Williams
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It has been a difficult and heavy couple of months. With the overturning of Roe v. Wade, many women, especially Black women, are left feeling scared, worried, and unheard. Judge Shermela Williams and Monica Simpson join the Monuments to Me podcast to help make sense of it all. Judge Shermela Williams was elected to be superior court judge in 2021, …
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