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Self-Created is a weekly podcast featuring the random ramblings of two Geminis who love all things culture, beauty, health, and local. Listen as Jernell and Shanika discuss their hangups and victories, prioritize their favorite thrift store, all while keeping their #ChakrasInCheck. For questions and comments, email us at selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter: @SelfCreatedPod Folllow us on Instagram: SelfCreatedPodcast www.selfcreatedpodcast.com
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Sharing our thoughts on turning 40: expectations vs reality. Keep in Touch!www.selfcreatedpodcast.comselfcreatedpodcast@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/selfcreatedpodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/selfcreatedpodcastShanika Pichey: www.shanikapichey.comhttps://www.instagram.com/shanikapichey/Jernell Simmons: https://instagram.com/professionalw…
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Bringing you a little Holiday Cheer! Shanika chatted with her brother, Valentino, who happened to be in town about recent horror films they’ve seen. They also discussed what other movies remind them of the holidays. Keep in Touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/selfcreatedpodcast Instagram: www.in…
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Episode 99: Horror Movies, Series, and Original Scripts with Valentino Green
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We talk about the upcoming series, Wednesday, Our thoughts on Ti West’s X, Pearl, and upcoming Maxxxine. We briefly touch on the new Hellraiser film. Spend some time discussing both Orphan and Orphan: First Kill. Discuss “requels” and how Friday The 13th (2009) was the catalyst. Somehow Halloween Ends seeps in (ugh). The Mummy Films and possibly Br…
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Jernell and Shanika saw Lizzo in Atlanta this weekend and it was everything! Enjoy this mini-sode of them chatting before, on the way, and after the concert. ANYWAAAAAY!!! Keep in Touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/selfcreatedpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/selfcreatedpodcast Shanika Piche…
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Episode 97: “Who’s Ashley?” Halloween Ends Recap with Valentino Green
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We’re doing a recap of Halloween Ends (not that it deserves it but, here we are) and talking about all of our problems with the storyline. Valentino shares how he would have done some things differently (spoiler: It doesn’t help this film) and we share possible ways they may bring back The Boogeyman. Keep in Touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcr…
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Episode 96: “You love a crazy mom!” With Deeva Jones
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Hey Friends! Once again, we’re keeping it spooky for the month of October. Shanika chats with Deeva Jones and they discuss their favorite horror villains in film and television. Follow Deeva: https://www.instagram.com/diva.tiana.jones/ Keep in Touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/selfcreatedpodca…
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Episode 95: Pivots, Chaos, and Staying “strong;” While Taking Care of Your Skin with Esthetician Christina Lor
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In this episode, Shanika speaks with Christina Lor, an amazing and knowledgeable Esthetician. Shanika met Christina when she was offering her services at femme X Columbia, which really inspired her to think outside of the box when looking for a place to teach private yoga and assisted stretching sessions. They start their conversation while Christi…
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Episode 94: Spring Awakening (Playing Catch Up)
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The gals are back together and are discussing all the happenings in their life. Both have had some triumphs professionally and personally. Listen to us on WEIGO (What Else is Going On?) Podcast. Listen to Shanika on Venturing Voices Follow Jernell’s new business venture, Professional Wedding BFF Keep in touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreated…
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Episode 93: Hulu’s Pam and Tommy Episode 8 with Paige Cooper
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We’re discussing Hulu’s Pam & Tommy, Episode 8: Seattle Final episode of the series. Everything gets wrapped up in a pretty bow. Everyone is happy. Life is perfect Keep in touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/selfcreatedpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/selfcreatedpodcast Shanika Pichey: www.s…
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Episode 92: Pam and Tommy Episode 7 with Paige
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We’re discussing Hulu’s Pam & Tommy, Episode 7: Destroyer of Worlds. Barbwire is released and the reviews are not good Rand can’t handle the henchman life Jay Leno being the absolute worst Keep in touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/selfcreatedpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/selfcreatedpodc…
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Episode 91: Hulu’s Pam & Tommy Episode 6 with Paige Cooper
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We’re recapping Episode 6 of Hulu’s Pam & Tommy. In this episode (“Pamela in Wonderland”) Pam is brought in for a deposition where she is asked the most asinine questions. We also see how she got her big break, working with Playboy and the sweet moments Pam and Tommy had together on their honeymoon. Keep in Touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcre…
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Episode 90: Pam and Tommy Episode 5 with Paige Cooper
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We’re discussing Hulu’s Pam & Tommy Episode 5 “Uncle Jim And Aunt Susie In Duluth“ The tape is getting more traction and Pam and Tommy are doing everything they can to keep it under control. Paige gets more of Nikki Sixx and gives some more tidbits about the band. We talk about the patriarchal BS and how to this day women are still having to consta…
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Episode 89: Bravo, Business, and Being Black in America with Taria Faison of What Else is Going On
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Whew, chile, chillay! This week we are joined by Taria Faison of What Else is Going on Podcast (aka WEIGO). We cover…a lot. Being black and watching Bravo, being black and discussing Bravo, and being black and living in America. Taria discusses why she started her podcast, letting listeners know what to expect when they listen, why she refuses to w…
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Episode 88: Pam and Tommy Episode 4 with Paige Cooper
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Trigger Warning: Around the 11:30-12:00 minute mark, we briefly discuss a sexual abuse case in which minors were involved. We’re discussing Episode 4 of Pam and Tommy, “The Master Beta.” We’ve said before (and we won’t stop saying it) but the episodes continue to get meatier. The tape is out and being sold, a PI is hired, and the bootleggers won’t …
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Episode 87: Living a Baddie Life on a Budget
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This week we’re discussing some tips and tools you can use to stay on budget and let your money work for you (going farther and lasting longer). While recording, Shanika learns her account was hit by scammers (Tip: check your accounts daily and multiple times a day). Mentioned in this episode: How to stay on budget Tracking your progress Automation…
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Episode 86: Pam and Tommy with Paige Cooper
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Shanika and Paige are breaking down Episode 3 of Hulu’s Pam and Tommy. We talk about the early ages of the ”World Wide Web,” the porn industry, Hollywood and how it’s run by disgusting men, women being treated unfairly, and lots of nostalgia. Follow Paige on Instagram Keep in Touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: …
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Staying Disciplined and Surrendering to IVY PARK This episode is not sponsored by IVY PARK.* This episode was inspired by a post Jernell recently shared online. In this episode we discuss how discipline can get you to your destination/goal but surrendering allows to you get there whole. *It should be. Keep in Touch! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfc…
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Episode 84: Pam & Tommy, Episodes 1 and 2
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Shanika is joined by her friend, Paige Cooper to discuss Hulu’s newest series, Pam & Tommy. They discuss their love for Motley Crue (Paige) and Pamela Anderson (Shanika). Paige tells a great story about her husband‘s Motely Crue tattoo. How women have always been raked through the coals in media compared to their male counterparts. Shanika shameful…
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Heads up: there was a bit of an audio issue for the first six minutes of the episode. What do you do when you have a set back? Say “Damn it all to hell!” and burn everything down. Kidding! Mercury in Retrograde kicked our butts and we made it out (barely). We both share situations where we’ve had setbacks and how we stay on track by focusing what i…
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Episode 82: Speak it Into Existence Or Swipe Left
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We’re giving you a little bit of everything this episode, get ready. The passing of Andre Leon Talley Speaking it into existence: How to make your mantras work for you -Thoughts. Action. Speech. Shanika may have partaken in Karen energy Jernell is back on the dating apps Shanika joined a dating during this episode then deleted it - twice. Keep in T…
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Episode 81: Nurturing Your Friendships
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The benefits of friendship on mental health it important. Friends can be there for you emotionally, help build confidence, push you to be your best, and help during stressful times. In this episode, Jernell and Shanika discuss the different ways they are investing and nurturing their friendships. Keep in Touch with Jernell and Shanika! www.selfcrea…
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80. Solitaire Session with Shanika: Holidays, Impostor Syndrome, Unlearning and potentially dating?!
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The Ramblings of a Gemini Rising, Gemini Sun, and Taurus Moon. Keep in Touch with Jernell and Shanika! www.selfcreatedpodcast.com selfcreatedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/selfcreatedpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/selfcreatedpodcast Shanika Pichey: www.shanikapichey.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shanikapichey/ Jernell…
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Holiday season is in full swing and due to family, marketing, and media, you may feel the pull to have a partner during this time (Google “Cuffing Season”). In this episode, Jernell and Shanika dissect when the difference between being content and when you are settling and why it is ok to take a break from your partner (or family!) during the holid…
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78. Book Club: The Final Girl Support Group By Grady Hendrix with Brindolyn McNair of That’s Lit Podcast
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Shanika is joined by Brindolyn of That’s Lit Podcast to discuss The Final Girl Support by Grady Hendrix. Final Girl : the female protagonist who remains alive at the end of the film, after the other characters have been killed, when she is usually placed in a position to confront the killer. (Source) What happens once the news media goes away, the …
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Episode 77: Supernatural, Old, and The Crow with Valentino Green
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Shanika finishes up her talk with her brother, Valentino. They discuss, M. Night Shamalayn’s latest, Old and the ending of Supernatural. During our discussion, they learned about the tragic accident on set of Alec Baldwin’s latest film which brought back memories about Brandon Lee’s accident on The Crow (one of Valentino’s favorite movies). Keep in…
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