Wize is their name, and wise is their game. Laura and Kay Rae Wize are two 30 somethin’ sister-sistas who are glad 30 is not the new 20 because they embrace the wizdom that comes with age. As Black women, we just want to BE our authentic selves, think as individuals to form opinions, and have a sense of self before societal expectations are thrusted upon us. The girl in us has questions but the woman in us needs answers.
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In the final full episode of Season 3, Laura and Kay Rae discuss the topic of sustainable fashion, consumerism, and personal style. Kay Rae quizzes Laura to find out if she has a shopping addiction, or just in a deep relationship with her wardrobe!Follow us on social media: Instagram: @demwizegirlsTiktok: @demwizegirlspodLaura: @ohwizeoneKay Rae: @…
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In this episode of DEM WIZE GIRLS, Laura and Kay Rae discuss rejection and how you can let it lead you to bigger and better things. Movies/TV discussed in this episode:The First Wives ClubFools Rush InFollow us on social media: Instagram: @demwizegirlsTiktok: @demwizegirlspodLaura: @ohwizeoneKay Rae: @ms_wizeoneWe would love to hear from you! Email…
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In this episode, KayRae and Laura discuss “cut-off” culture. Are you constantly removing people from your life? Are you a people hoarder? Laura and KayRae ask if the need to constantly cut people out of your life is a side effect of bad communication or the result of keeping an extensively large friend circle.Movies/TV/Articles Discusses in this ep…
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Revenge Travel? Revenge Body? On this episode of DEM WIZE GIRLS, Laura and Kay Rae discuss one of their favorite movies The Mirror has Two Faces and compare it to the "revenge glow up". Is it ok to let spite be your motivator for a better body and a better you?Movies/TV discussed in this episode:The Mirror has Two FacesFunny GirlThe Prince of Tides…
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In this episode of 'Dem Wize Girls, Kay Rae interviews Laura on her upcoming book, Bougie Bitch Poetry! Laura's book will be released 9/25/22, and will be available wherever books are sold. Check out bougiebitchpoetry.com for more info!By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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In this week's episode, Laura and Kay Rae discuss women being underestimated in business. Are you just a hobbyist until you turn a profit. Is your work often described as "fabulous" because your a woman? Laura and Kay Rae dive deep into the misconceptions of women in business.Follow us on social media: Instagram: @demwizegirlsLaura: @ohwizeoneKay R…
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In this week's episode, Laura and Kay Rae discuss, Psychology Today’s viral article, Rise of Lonely, Single Men written by Greg Matos PsyD. Are dating opportunities diminishing for single men or have women found less value in dating apps? Is the internet changing the landscape of what women expect in committed relationships? Laura resolves a Facebo…
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In this week's episode, Laura and Kay Rae discuss their emerging transition into "auntiehood". They delve into how it feels and what it means to reach auntie status. They take a look at body image perceptions of the maturing woman in today' society. Does the media's portrayal of young women distort how we think grown adult women actually look?Follo…
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In this episode, Laura and Kay Rae discuss the emerging movement of Black women leaving the U.S. to start lives in a different country. Are Black women having their Eat, Pray, Love moment? What does the journey look like for Black women discovering their whole selves? They also take a deep look at self-care and what it means beyond beauty treatment…
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Disenfranchised From The World, Craig
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Kay Rae and Laura are back and trying to adjust to life as they know it. Dem Wize Girls are back they are still spitting facts and searching for truth. A Whole New World- What's been happening since 2019! The pandemic, and its aftermath. No romance without a vasectomy – vasectomy on the scene means more STDs What's left demolition man sex? Pop cult…
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A Petition To Bring Back Homemakers
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Keepers of the home or domestic diva?? Whatever label you want to put on homemaker we strongly believe they should make a comeback in a whole new way... New Rules Apply!! This ain't your grandma's homemaking. P.S Wash your damn chicken!!By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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If he says you're not the one then you're not the one. We break down the myth of "The Man Who Misses You".By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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The Downside to Being the "Responsible Friend"
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This is episode goes beyond just checking on your strong friend and talks about the vantage point of your "responsible friend". Kay Rae has a Super Soul Sunday level revelation about her own friendships. Laura all she can offer is love, respect, and loyalty to her responsible friends.By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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We compare the fun carefree spirit of Carrie Bradshaw to our favorite Black characters. We also ask if the Black girl narrative is as free as it could be. Are we being represented or misrepresented?By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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Season 2 of Dem Wize Girls is here!! Season 2 is about is seasoned with Lawry's Seasoning salt and Black Girl Magic... Get ready to laugh and have an Ah-ha moment.By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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Step one is identifying the problem. Before you get all new year, new you let's clear the air! As 2018 comes to a close we just want to have one last rant.By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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You've heard the saying that "beauty is fleeting". From where we stand beauty takes off for flight every 5 years. In episode 12 Kay Rae and Laura Wize discuss classic beauty standards and how they effect what e we find desirable.By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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Don't you hate it when people switch up their whole personality? We are dealing with real life transformers! We talk with Kay Rae's bestie Chip to discuss lies, games, and decepticons. Because when they transform we transition!By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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Oh,Crap, We Are Elders! aka The Thanksgiving Episode
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What is it about being an elder millennial that makes you question your "elder" status? At this point in your life you are transitioning into carrying the torch for family traditions. The time has come for us to stop being "plate makers" and start being meal prepare-ers, even if it doesn't feel like we're the grown ups.…
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Working nine to five because somebody has got to do it. This episode of Dem WIze GIrls has none of the answers because answers are above our pay grade. When it comes to your workplace identity how much code-switching fo you have to do?By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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It's time to establish some boundaries because death is a big ask. Death of a Ride or Die Chick is all about mourning the loss of the girl who hopped in the car first and asked questions later because every relationship doesn't warrant this level of commitment.By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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Is your relationship with American politics estranged? We can relate but the Midterm elections are only nine days away. We are talking about the power of voting and the side effects of being less involved.By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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When did you fall in love with hip-hop? The ever-evolving hip-hop is always adding new sub-genres. Laura and Kay Rae discuss if you can be carefree and still love Trap Music?? Our special guest artist and producer Vibe One weighs in on the discussion and shares his perspective on hip-hop and how it affects the women listening.…
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Everyone is getting to the bag, but where exactly is this bag located? We sit down with financial expert Del Shawn Renee Hayes of Hayes Financial Coaching so she can help us get the bag and keep it. Having your money right is a Wize move!By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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We continue our exploration of the "carefree" Black woman and discuss being single. When did everybody pair up? Why can't we be the consummate bachelorettes? We sit down with one of our favorite single girl's and visual artist Ryan Leary ant talk singlehood, dating, and the search for a worthy suitor.…
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In our exploration of what it means to be "carefree" Black women, we discuss being married and carefree with our special guest Kim "Duwaup" Bolden.By Laura and Kay Rae Wize
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In episode two, Kay Rae and Laura discuss how to get clarity after your heartbreaks takes you past the point of no return. Wize is their name, and wise is the game. Laura and Kay Rae Wize are two 30 somethin’ sister-sistas who are glad 30 is not the new 20 because they embrace the wizdom that comes with age.…
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Wize is their name, and wise is the game. Laura and Kay Rae Wize are two 30 somethin’ sister-sistas who are glad 30 is not the new 20 because they embrace the wizdom that comes with age.Join us as we early black female rebels, the evolution Black Girl Magic. and the women who were fighting to free the mind of radical black girls everywhere. The wom…
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