Best Chichi Agorom Podcasts (2024)

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The One About Mindfulness w/ Ashley & Shabazz Larkin 42:02

3M ago42:02

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Ashley Larkin's superpower lies at the intersection of creative expression and healing. A psychotherapist focused on helping people remember their own agency to find healing and restore trust in their inner voice. Her advocacy is steeped in subverting the colonized norms of the mental health industry. Championing education and access to mindfulness…

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The One About the Enneagram & Black Liberation w/ Chichi Agorom 31:53

3M ago31:53

31:53

Chichi Agorom is a lifelong student of what it means to be fully human. She is a Certified Enneagram Teacher & Practitioner, Associate Faculty with the Narrative Enneagram, and holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Post-Master's Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy. She is the author of the book, The Enneagram for …

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The One About Black Feminism w/ EbonyJanice 32:19

3M ago32:19

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EbonyJanice is the founder and CEO of The Free People Project and The EbonyJanice Project. She earned her Bachelors in Cultural Anthropology and Political Science and a Masters of Arts in Social Change with a concentration in Spiritual Leadership, Womanist Theology, and Racial Justice. The core and center of her work is the professional and persona…

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The One About Political Depression 38:30

5M ago38:30

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Ann Cvetkovich is currently Professor in the Feminist Institute of Social Transformation at Carleton University in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. She has been Ellen Clayton Garwood Centennial Professor of English and Professor of Women’s and Gender Studies at the University of Texas at Austin. She is the author of Mixed Feelings: Feminism, Mass Culture, …

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The One About Black Joy 28:18

5M ago28:18

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As a writer and thought-leader, Tracey Michae’l Lewis-Giggetts offers those who read her work and hear her speak an authentic experience; an opportunity to explore the intersection of culture, identity and faith/spirituality at the deepest levels. She is the host of the podcast, HeARTtalk with Tracey Michae’l, and founder of HeARTspace, a healing c…

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The One About Black Mental Health 25:20

5M ago25:20

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Dr. Chanda Reynolds recently obtained her doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology. Her areas of interest include the impact of transgenerational trauma on the Black community, the integration of faith and mental health, and mental health within the Black church. Dr. Chanda enjoys teaching as an adjunct professor and providing therapy to children, a…

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The One About the Power of Mutual Aid 27:29

6M ago27:29

27:29

Dean Spade is a professor at the Seattle University School of Law. Dean has been working in movements for queer and trans liberation and racial and economic justice for the past two decades. He’s the author of Normal Life: Administrative Violence, Critical Trans Politics, and the Limits of Law and the director of the documentary “Pinkwashing Expose…

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The One About the Hidden Link Between Black Wellness & Black Liberation 38:30

6M ago38:30

38:30

Rebeckah Price is a wellness advocate, yoga instructor (RYT 200), and meditation teacher, and wellness entrepreneur that draws on her wealth of knowledge of working in underserved, marginalized, racialized, and immigrant communities in Canada, the United States and the Caribbean. With a background and education in Community Development and Engageme…

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The One Where You Start a Renaissance of Your Own 36:36

6M ago36:36

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Rachel Cargle is an Akron, Ohio born writer, entrepreneur and philanthropic innovation. Her work and upcoming book with Penguin Random House, centers the reimagining of womanhood, solidarity and self and how we are in relationship with ourselves and one another. In 2018 she founded The Loveland Foundation, Inc., a non-profit offering free therapy t…

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The One About the Revolutionary Power of Joy 29:18

6M ago29:18

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Tanmeet is a board-certified Integrative Family Medicine physician and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine. She has spent the past 25 years working on the frontlines of the most marginalized communities, as well as globally with victims of school shootings, survivors of hurricanes, citizens impacted by po…

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The One About Well-Being Science & Racial Stress 46:03

7M ago46:03

46:03

Rick Hanson, Ph.D.is a psychologist, Senior Fellow at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, and New York Times best-selling author. His seven books have been published in 31 languages and include Making Great Relationships, Neurodharma, Resilient,Hardwiring Happiness, Just One Thing, Buddha’s Brain, and Mother Nurture– with over a million copi…

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Why We Need a Soulful Revolution & What It Looks Like 35:03

7M ago35:03

35:03

The Rev. Lauren Grubaugh Thomas (she/her) is a nurturer of faithful dissidents, empowering communities to embrace the sacred art of nonviolent social change. She is a priest reimagining local church ministry,a community organizer building safety through belonging in her neighborhood and beyond, and a writer and podcaster at A Soulful Revolution. A …

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How to Raise Anti-Racist Children in a Changing World 44:08

8M ago44:08

44:08

Britt Hawthorne is a momma, teacher, author, and anti-bias/antiracist facilitator. Britt partners with caregivers, educators, and families to raise the next generation of antiracist children. Her book, NY Times Best Selling book, Raising Antiracist Children: A Practical Parenting Guide, is for families ready to take action that'll bring change at h…

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How to Be Radically Content in a Marginalized Body 35:35

8M ago35:35

35:35

Jamie Varon is a novelist, author, designer, digital course creator, executive producer, and creative consultant. Her writing has been featured on Huffington Post, Fusion, Complex, Medium, Thought Catalog, GOOD, Teen Vogue, The Liberty Project, and SF Weekly. Jamie started blogging back when Xanga was still a thing and has been sharing her life onl…

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The Surprising Connection Between Food and Black Empowerment 29:19

8M ago29:19

29:19

Dalia Kinsey is a queer Black Registered Dietitian, keynote speaker, the creator of the Body Liberation for All podcast, and author of Decolonizing Wellness: A QTBIPOC-Centered Guide to Escape the Diet Trap, Heal Your Self-Image, and Achieve Body Liberation. On a mission to spread joy, reduce suffering, and eliminate health disparities in the LGBTQ…

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The Unusual Story of One Woman's Escape From America's Narcissist Abuse 35:45

9M ago35:45

35:45

Tiffanie Drayton is a mother, world traveler, and journalist whose work has been featured in The New York Times, Vox, Marie Claire, Playboy, Salon, and Complex, and on Yahoo, among other outlets. She has published two nonfiction young adult books, Developing Political Leadership Skills and Coping with Gun Violence. She grew up in the United States …

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The Startling Rise of American Authoritarians and How to Fight Them 28:00

9M ago28:00

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Sarah Kendzior is the bestselling author of THE VIEW FROM FLYOVER COUNTRY (2018), HIDING IN PLAIN SIGHT (2020), and THEY KNEW (2022). She is also the co-host of Gaslit Nation, a weekly podcast which covers corruption in the United States and the rise of authoritarianism around the world. She is well-known for my coverage of the Trump administration…

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Why Capitalism Is to Blame for the Mental Health Crisis 36:33

9M ago36:33

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Dr. Ayesha Khan is an abolitionist, anarchist, clinical microbiologist/ infectious diseases specialist, organizer, political educator and writer focused on decolonizing medicine, dismantling capitalist systems and building collectivist systems of community care & research. As a land and ocean defender from the Malabar Coast of South India, Ayesha t…

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How the Remarkable Power of Belonging Can Change Everything 35:26

9M ago35:26

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Ben McBride is a visionary leader of radical belonging. The co-founder of the Empower Initiative, a capacity building firm devoted to empowering organizations and communities, he is a leading expert in fostering belonging and public safety reform. Through his dedicated work as an internationally recognized peacemaker, faith leader, activist, and so…

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How Healthy Humans Make Successful Revolutions 44:19

10M ago44:19

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Jess Mally is a London based antiracism educator, writer, speaker, podcast host, creative and events producer, consultant and more. With a passion for Social Change, Mental Health, the Arts and Spirituality they hope to use any and all means available to her, to tell stories that shape a better world. Jess co-founded the DEI Agency BELOVD alongside…

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In Conclusion with Chichi Agorom 18:22

1y ago18:22

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In the final episode of Season 1, Chichi reflects on what she's learned from all the guests this season around intimacy and armor, and shares more about her journey to understanding she's an enneagram five. Season 2 with an all-new theme will return soon so follow the podcast to be notified when we return! Have a question or just want to share your…

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On Intimacy: Helpfulness As Armor with Becca Moravec 59:58

1y ago59:58

59:58

Chichi Agorom & Becca Moravec talk about: Honesty as central to intimacy The fear of being fully who you are The exhaustion and loneliness that comes with always needing to be the helper The freedom of self-direction About Becca: Becca Moravec is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a certifie…

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Friendship As A Container For Intimacy with Hollis Heath 48:27

1y ago48:27

48:27

Chichi Agorom & Hollis Heath talk about: What the purpose of friendship is How context and culture influence the understanding and expression of friendship Friends as soulmates About Hollis: Hollis Heath is an award-winning theatre artist, writer, and girl’s empowerment leader. She is co-founder of Harlem KW Project, a theatre company that produced…

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The Good & Bad About Relationships From Netflix’s The Ultimatum 49:06

1y ago49:06

49:06

In This Episode: Caffeine by TRISHES Riled Up by TRISHES Thandiwe by Andre Henry It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today and more of their music on Spotify. If you’d like t…

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On Intimacy: Success as Armor with Amy Morrison 58:24

1y ago58:24

58:24

Chichi Agorom and Amy Morrison talk about: How the desire to be seen as successful can keep you from intimacy Breathwork as a way to reconnect to the fullness of who we are Learning how to be instead of always doing. About Amy: Amy Morrison is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Wellness Consultant who specializes in educating others about the ne…

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Our Reactions To The Little Mermaid 44:33

1y ago44:33

44:33

In This Episode: My Business by Andre Henry Hydra by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today and more of their music on Spotify. If you’d like to support what we’re…

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On Intimacy: Exceptionality As Armor with Adam Bailon 58:40

1y ago58:40

58:40

Chichi Agorom and Adam Bailon discuss: The desire to be seen and the pressure to be exceptional Grief around not showing up fully The freedom of living a non-curated life About Adam: Adam Bailon is an Enneagram practitioner and teacher. He loves working with people using the Enneagram for the way it opens a soulful space that allows for self compas…

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What Succession Teaches Us About Whiteness with Touré 1:18:16

1y ago1:18:16

1:18:16

In This Episode: Find out more about Touré's show, Being Black: The '80s. Check out Touré on Instagram and TikTok! Instant Gratification by TRISHES Money by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.…

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bell hooks, Barriers to Love, & Becoming Human with Jessica Denise Dickson 1:06:36

1y ago1:06:36

1:06:36

Chichi Agorom & Jessica Denise Dickson talk about: Internal barriers to love and intimacy bell hooks' definition of love and its 6 components Considering how our socialization into whiteness, patriarchy, and capitalism influence our pursuit of love. About Jessica: Jessica Denise Dickson is a life empowerment coach who teaches and coaches for the re…

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How White Tears Scar Us (with Ruby Hamad) 1:01:21

1y ago1:01:21

1:01:21

In This Episode: White Tears/Brown Scars by Ruby Hamad You can find Ruby on Instagram Instant Gratification by TRISHES Hydra by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard to…

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On Intimacy: Knowledge as Armor with Nikki Blak 57:01

1y ago57:01

57:01

Chichi Agorom and Nikki Blak talk about: The power of using your thoughts to shape your experience Cultivating joy as a practice How the desire to share knowledge can sometimes be selfish Questioning and releasing the meaning we give to other people's requests About Nikki: Nikki Blak is a writer, sociologist, and womanist, whose art interrogates so…

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What Hip-Hop Did To Capitalism (& Vice Versa) 1:13:54

1y ago1:13:54

1:13:54

In This Episode: "14 Big, Bad & Delightfully Weird Ads From Hip-Hop's 50 Years on Earth" by Gabriel Beltrone "Black Capitalism Won't Save Us" by Aaron Ross Coleman "Jay-Z Bites Back at ‘Eat the Rich’ Rhetoric: ‘We’re Not Gonna Be Tricked Out of Our Position’" by Mankaprr Conteh You can find Gabriel on Instagram Venom by TRISHES Thandiwe by Andre He…

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Enneagram Types & Sexual Desire with Sam E. Greenberg 58:25

1y ago58:25

58:25

In this episode, Sam E. Greenberg and Chichi Agorom talk about: The difference between arousal and desire Self-preservation, social, and sexual instincts and how they impact our sexual desire Desire cues by enneagram type How to work with your repressed instinct About Sam: Sam E. Greenberg is a sexuality researcher and Enneagram coach specializing …

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Why The Writer's Strike Matter 56:30

1y ago56:30

56:30

In This Episode: Animal by TRISHES Thandiwe by Andre Henry It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today and more of their music on Spotify. If you’d like to support what we’re d…

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On Intimacy: Vigilance as Armor with Kennesha Rodgers 59:41

1y ago59:41

59:41

In this episode, Kennesha Rodgers and Chichi Agorom talk about: How overthinking limits our ability to be present for intimacy The importance of felt safety even while life and people remain uncertain How vigilance is used to protect against rejection About Kennesha: Kennesha Rodgers is a Project Manager and Personal development coach. In 2022 she …

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How AI Erases Black People 51:31

1y ago51:31

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In This Episode: Thandiwe by Andre Henry Money by TRISHES Caesar by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today and more of their music on Spotify. If you’d like to sup…

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Pleasure & Sexual Intimacy with Kaycee Polite 59:57

1y ago59:57

59:57

In this episode, Kaycee Polite and Chichi Agorom talk about: What intimacy is and why it's different from sex How to cultivate and own our pleasure Vulnerability and communication around sexual desires How to deepen our experience of sexual intimacy About Kaycee: Kaycee Polite is a certified Sex Therapist, clinical social worker, intimacy coach, so…

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Can We Matchmake Diversity and Accountability? 48:30

1y ago48:30

48:30

In This Episode: You can follow Trishna Malick over on Instagram Instant Gratification by TRISHES Make It To Tomorrow by Andre Henry Riled Up by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the s…

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On Intimacy: Optimism as Armor with Milton Stewart 57:36

1+ y ago57:36

57:36

In this episode, Milton Stewart and Chichi Agorom talk about: The impact of societal norms on men's understanding and experience of intimacy. How the armor of optimism shows up relationally How the avoidance of pain and limitations impacts intimacy Experiencing love, joy, and connection in our bodies rather than just our minds About Milton: Milton …

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What's Our Beef with Beef? 57:50

1+ y ago57:50

57:50

In This Episode: You can follow Hari on Instagram and Twitter Victoria Park is also found on Instagram and Twitter Make it to Tomorrow by Andre Henry Caffeine by TRISHES Venom by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram…

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Patriarchy, Masculinity, & Intimacy with Joel Leon 59:25

1+ y ago59:25

59:25

In this episode, Joel Leon and Chichi Agorom talk about: Intimacy as vulnerable closeness Living outside of the binaries in love and identity Labels as containers that can still be fluid Masculinity and softness About Joel: Joel L. Daniels, also known as Joel Leon, is a Bronx-born and raised performer, father, author, and storyteller who writes and…

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Why Are The White Guys So Sad? 1:06:26

1+ y ago1:06:26

1:06:26

In This Episode: Mike recommends following Dr. Chelsia on TikTok Caesar by TRISHES Thandiwe by Andre Henry Cotton Candy by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today a…

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On Intimacy: Strength as Armor with Satoya Foster 1:00:24

1+ y ago1:00:24

1:00:24

In this episode, Satoya Foster and Chichi Agorom talk about: How culture and society impact a Black woman’s expression of power and strength The vulnerability of being seen in your power Holding your cards close for protection and safety How not telling the truth about our grief keeps us from getting free About Satoya: Satoya Foster is an artist, t…

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Why Is Beauty So Inaccessible? 56:47

1+ y ago56:47

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Episode Notes In This Episode: Caesar by TRISHES Thandiwe by Andre Henry Cotton Candy by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today and more of their music on Spotify.…

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Attachment Strategies & Micro-dosing Connection with Eli Harwood 59:54

1+ y ago59:54

59:54

In this episode, Eli Harwood and Chichi Agorom talk about: How filtering impacts intimacy How to understand what attachment really is The difference between attachment styles and attachment strategies How each attachment strategy shows up in intimate relationships About Eli: Eli Harwood is a licensed therapist, author, and educator who is passionat…

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What Are "Real Men" Like? 54:56

1+ y ago54:56

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In This Episode: Venom by TRISHES Cotton Candy by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today and more of their music on Spotify. If you’d like to support what we’re do…

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On Intimacy: Adaptability As Armor with Jason Foster 50:58

1+ y ago50:58

50:58

In this episode, Jason Foster and Chichi Agorom talk about: How adaptability can make it difficult to belong to oneself The importance of recognizing and overcoming self-disqualification to allow oneself to experience intimacy How Jason is learning to fight for himself and advocate for his needs About Jason: Jason Foster has been a professional mus…

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Why Are All The Damsels White? 48:42

1+ y ago48:42

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In This Episode: Hydra by TRISHES It Doesn't Have To Be This Way (Remix) by Andre Henry Find TRISHES on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. You can find more about Andre at his website and on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Catch the songs you heard today and more of their music on Spotify. If you’d like to support what we’re doing here, and see the vi…

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Risking Joy with Tracey Michae'l Lewis-Giggetts 58:56

1+ y ago58:56

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In this episode, Chichi Agorom interviews Tracey Michae'l Lewis-Giggetts, author of the NAACP award-winning book "Black Joy: Stories of Resistance, Resilience, and Restoration." They discuss: Healing, identity, and Black joy. Tracey’s shift from performing for love to realizing that she is enough. The fear of losing your armor and part of your iden…

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On Intimacy–Goodness As Armor with Micky Scottbey Jones 51:44

1+ y ago51:44

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In this episode, Chichi Agorom and Micky Scottbey Jones discuss: How the Enneagram personality system itself can sometimes be used as a barrier to intimacy How the belief that you always have to be good impacts Micky’s intimate relationships How our desire to manage risk keeps us from love What happens when you become bad, and how to remember yours…

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