Black Woman Working...

On the April episode of Black Woman Working, we delve into the beauty and empowerment of natural hair and loc care. Joining us for this episode is the incredible Candace Metcalf, the visionary behind Naturally Yours by Candace, a beacon of wisdom and expertise in the realm of natural hair care. With her passion for nurturing and embracing natural beauty, Candace has become a trusted guide for countless individuals on their hair care journey. Together, we'll explore the significance of natural hair and locs as symbols of cultural identity and self-expression. We'll also delve into the intricacies of caring for and maintaining these styles, discussing tips, techniques, and the importance of hair care practices.

Welcome to the March edition of the Black Woman Working podcast! In this episode, we're honored to feature Sylveonna Latrese, the insightful author behind "Equilibrium." Join us as Sylveonna candidly shares her journey balancing relationships, motherhood, writing, and more, offering invaluable insights into finding harmony amidst life's chaos. Get ready for transformative wisdom and empowering narratives that resonate deeply. Tune in for a dose of motivation, reflection, and inspiration. Plus, don't miss out as Sylveonna treats us to two selections from her book, "Equilibrium."

In this episode of Black Woman Working, hosts Sheri Nicole and Joel engage in a heartfelt conversation with Girard and Tracey Newkirk, founders of Genesis Block. Delving into topics of entrepreneurship, finding love, partnership, and community empowerment, the Newkirks share their inspiring journey and the transformative impact of Genesis Block. From fostering inclusivity to nurturing creativity, their story serves as a beacon of hope for small business owners everywhere. Tune in for a dose of transparency, vulnerability, inspiration and insight into how one couple integrated their personal and professional relationship into a thriving business with the goal of building a more inclusive and prosperous future, block by block.

On this episode of Black Woman Working, we are speaking to Marilyn A. Adibu, Founder and CEO of M.Y.A.A.’S Bridal Party Collection, a rising sensation in the wedding industry, Marilyn brings a unique touch to the bridal scene. Today, we unravel the layers of Marilyn's character - a dichotomy of sweet and fiery, shy yet unapologetically bold. Marilyn shares her journey from healthcare consultant to a force in the wedding industry. Having played roles as a bridesmaid, wedding planner, and having planned weddings herself, Marilyn brings a wealth of firsthand experience to her venture. Marilyn A. Adibu’s journey is a compelling narrative of entrepreneurship done right. Her story is a beacon for aspiring entrepreneurs, demonstrating that with passion, resilience, and strategic thinking, one can indeed turn dreams into reality.

Black women deserve and have the right to openly grieve and be allowed vulnerability. To help create that space, I spoke with Dr. Josalin Hunter and Janee Folston, two Black women therapists who provide us support and strategies that can be implemented during the grieving and loss season. As you will hear, a person is never heal”ed” but rather always heal”ing” and as it is an active process it requires the time, tools, and techniques.

Do men like when women take the initiative? What is a dealbreaker for a man? Will chemistry keep relationships moving forward? What makes a man move from single to dating exclusively to marriage? Hosted by Joel Leavens, the all male panel, featuring Terrance Farrior, JJ Miller, and Bryan Stevens, will dive into questions women want the answers to, without breaking “bro code.”

This episode features guest host Dr. Constance Foreman of @beyondclinicwallswellness and guest Tiffany Cripps, MPH of @healthbfw! Together they provide a discussion and tools on how to create a better health and wellness regimen in the new year!

After many technical difficulties that delayed the posting, I’m excited to share this episode! This episode of @blackwomanwork features Megan Danielle Rushmore, founder…owner…and creative behind @makeitpublic15. Ms. Megan Daniielle, @megandaniielle1 discusses her business and her challenges along the way as she crafted Make it Public (@makeitpublic15) and then shared with us on how to build the tools needed to get our ideas into action! Make it Public, LLC focuses on small to mid-sized businesses. This public relations and marketing firm concentrates on making it possible for business owners to get noticed through various areas through a branded identity. @makeitpublic15 believes that every business deserves the opportunity to benefit from public relations, marketing and advertising to develop better business growth. Through this episode of @blackwomanwork, you will get tips that you can use and place into action!

This episode of @blackwomanwork features Cierra Washington (@ciewash) Strategic Partnership Coordinator for @northsidefoodcoop . Cierra is a UNCW alum with a bachelor's degree in Psychology. After graduation, she was hired as the Program Associate for the Center for Healthy Communities within the College of Health and Human Services. In this position, she became more intimately involved with the Wilmington community by joining community committees and working with community agencies to address issues related to the social determinants of health in the city. She also began to champion intentional student engagement through applied learning opportunities. Through the variety of work and causes she was exposed to in her time at the Center, Cierra developed a passion for food access and food justice. This passion led her to get involved with the Northside Food Cooperative. After volunteering time with the Cooperative for a year, she was offered a full-time position as their assistant project manager. In this role

This episode of Black Woman Working includes my conversation with Courtney Winfrey as we discussed Black Woman Working...on the aspects of joy for others and for self. Courtney is currently a community birth doula, a recent graduate of her Masters, a lifestyle blogger, new homeowner and a creative. Courtney is in the rebranding stages of The Courtney Winfrey Project, which is refocusing on holistic wellness. Beyond being a former successful student of mine during my professional tenure at the University of Illinois, Courtney has had experiences in corporate diversity work years before the recent obstacles, lives lost and racial injustices that have face our nation in the past year. Courtney shares her role in supporting individuals ready to expand their family in her role as a doula as well as her plans for the future. After this great conversation, Black Woman Working realized that there will need to be a part 2 so that we are able to followup on the exceptional and continued professional and personal growth

What Jada say... she’s bringing herself to the table??? Well... Walking into season 3 of @blackwomanwork ... and the first guest is.....ME! A lot has happened these first couple months of 2021...and the way I heal, is to share. So for the first episode of season 3, with the support of my friend, Jhaniqua, I share my thoughts and personal experiences around health advocacy and disappointments, health concerns and personal, mental and physical healing. May sharing my truth help someone in their health journey and remind everyone about the need to love more and judge less.

The February 2021 episode for @blackwomanwork features new author, Deonna Thompson Shelton as we discuss, Black Woman Working on...on creating tools for the next generation. Deonna is a Wife, Mom, Pastor, Educator, Human Resources Consultant, Life/Beauty Coach and now Author of, “Hey God, Are You Listening? A spiritual resource guide for tweens and beyond.” Deonna has 20 years of experience educating and being privy to the concerns of children, teenagers and adults that birthed her debut release, "Hey God, Are You Listening?", a necessary resource guide that will help you successfully navigate your way through life. Deonna believes that today's younger generation has become susceptible to imposed societal standards of normalcy. Thus, it is important to provide them with Godly insight, prayers, and scripture to handle such experiences and answer the emerging questions that will arise. "Hey God, Are You Listening?" is available for purchase at Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

The January 2021 episode for @blackwomanwork features new author, Zaakirah Lewis as we discuss, Black Woman Working on... establishing your business! As we kickoff 2021, what better time than now! Zaakirah’s book provides the tools and the plan to turn your idea into a business with a profit! The book, @readysetquit “Ready Set Quit : Use Your Jobs To Fund Your Businesses” is available for purchase on Amazon. Here’s a quick book description from the author herself: “Tired of working job after job? Hoping to get your business off of the ground? This workbook will provide you with hand picked affirmations, a business plan template based upon what I offer clients, and advice to finally use your jobs to build your businesses. Reader beware, you will not find any advice to leave your job prematurely, nor will you be able to make your business successful instantaneously. If you do the work, however, you'll see the results. Share them, and the ups and downs with the author and let's set some real goals.”

The November full episode is posted for @blackwomanwork... Each episode of Black Woman Working is inspired by an experience shared by or shared with Sheri Nicole. The November Episode, Black Woman Working... on leaning on and building your faith. This episode focused on managing your faith during the times of crisis, including but not limited to the pandemic, election, and race/equity and social justice. Joining me on the November episode is Jhaniqua Palmer and Tanya Armour, First Ladies at their respective churches, moms, daughters, and wives to pastors who are extending all energy to their local and church communities, Tanya and Jhaniqua share how they stay faithful in the time where fear, ignorance , hate and sickness run rampant.

Just a quick message to our subscribers and listeners during this time. We are still working on content, but as we approach the latter half of 2020, the full episode releases will look a little different

I am honored to share the second part of our conversation, Black Woman Working... on normalizing black women health around fibroid awareness. This episode closes out our 2 part series, the first episode posted July 31, 2020. As mentioned in the month’s dedication, the July and August episodes are focused on the very important topic of uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. There's no single best approach to uterine fibroid treatment. Some of the commons treatments include the Uterine artery embolization, which is when Small particles (embolic agents) are injected into the arteries supplying the uterus, cutting off blood flow to fibroids, causing them to shrink and die. There is also a Radiofrequency ablation. In this procedure, radiofrequency energy destroys uterine fibroids and shrinks the blood vessels that feed them. A third options involves a laparoscopic or robotic myomectomy. In a myomectomy, your surgeon removes the fibroi

As July is fibroid awareness month, I am honored to share the July episode for @blackwomanwork. This episode, Black Woman Working... on normalizing black women health around fibroid awareness is a 2 part series, the second episode will post tomorrow, August 1. As mentioned in the month’s dedication, the July and August episodes will be on this very important topic, uterine fibroids. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. Fibroids range in size from seedlings, undetectable by the human eye, to bulky masses that can distort and enlarge the uterus. Over their lifetime, about 80 percent of black women and 70 percent of white women will develop fibroids.  Relative to white women, black women are 2-3 times more likely to have fibroids, to develop them at younger ages, to have bigger fibroids, to have more fibroids, and to have more symptoms.  I have come to realize that many women, regardless of race suffer in silence and often alone once receiving th

The July dedication is posted for @blackwomanwork... Each episode of Black Woman Working is inspired by an experience shared by or shared with Sheri Nicole. Please listen to the dedication and make sure to listen to the full episode loading July 31, Black Woman Working... on normalizing black women health around fibroid awareness. In fact, the July and August episodes will be on this very important topic. Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus that often appear during childbearing years. Fibroids range in size from seedlings, undetectable by the human eye, to bulky masses that can distort and enlarge the uterus. You can have a single fibroid or multiple ones. In extreme cases, multiple fibroids can expand the uterus so much that it reaches the rib cage and can add weight. Many women who have fibroids don't have any symptoms. In those that do, symptoms can be influenced by the location, size and number of fibroids. Over their lifetime, about 80 percent of black women and 70 percent of white

The June full episode is posted for @blackwomanwork... Each episode of Black Woman Working is inspired by an experience shared by or shared with Sheri Nicole. The June Episode, Black Woman Working... on self reflection, exploration with intentionality. This episode focused on intentionality…..intentionality with self, with family members through a simple list of 10 questions. These 10 questions will spark 10-20 more, but it is a great starting point for all to initiate engagement and transparency with loved ones. Joining me on the episode is my mommy, Linda Shaw. Of course this is nothing new for us as we talk daily, but I wanted to share the stories my mom shared around growing up and living in Ripley, Tennessee, as it provided context around their perspectives of the current Black Lives Matter movement to me as well as an understanding around how as much as things may change, things still have a way of staying the same generations later. But we also talked about childhood experiences and a defining moment i

The June dedication is posted for @blackwomanwork... Each episode of Black Woman Working is inspired by an experience shared by or shared with Sheri Nicole. Please listen to the dedication and make sure to listen to the full episode loading June 30, Black Woman Working... on self-exploration with intentionality. This episode of Black Woman Working is focused on intentionality…..intentionality with self, with family members through a simple list of 10 questions. These 10 questions will spark 10-20 more, but it is a great starting point for all to initiate engagement and transparency with loved ones. Joining me on the episode is my mommy and auntie. Of course this is nothing new for us as we talk daily, but I wanted to share the stories my mom and aunt shared around growing up and living in Ripley, Tennessee, as it provided context around their perspectives of the current Black Lives Matter movement to me as well as an understanding around how as much as things may change, things still have a way of staying the