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The Food is Not Bae Podcast is a podcast that goes beyond the typical verbiage of weight loss and diet culture. In a homegirl, down-to-earth, yet professional, type of way, Dr. Ebony chats with you about ways to free yourself from societal, familial, and cultural messages rooted in the diet culture that is keeping you stuck in a toxic relationship with food. Dr. Ebony will discuss the issues we don't want to talk about or want anybody to know - those internal (and external) issues leading to ...
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The Chasing Liberation podcast is hosted by Marvin Toliver, LCSW and focuses on mental health, social justice, and helping folks get closer to their authentic selves. He'll be joined by various guests to connect, share knowledge, and enjoy space together.
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Let’s be honest, therapy is expensive, lacks diversity and not always easy to access. But thankfully, this isn’t therapy. Hosted by Dr. Nic Hardy, Psychotherapist in Houston, Texas - Untherapeutic explores common relationship problems seen behind closed doors in counseling. The topics explored on this podcast are centered around unaddressed issues in relationships. A healthy blend of professional and personal perspective, Untherapeutic tackles common relationship challenges that are overshad ...
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After a 10-month hiatus Marvin is back! He shares updates on what's been going on with him personally and some travel he recently did to Louisville, KY and Denver, CO. Marvin also shares some thoughts on people who hate Pride queer folks as well as commentary on the current political climate. Be sure to listen to this episode and let us know what y…
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Daddy Issues We have all heard the term, “Daddy Issues”, but how does the relationship with your father really affect you? Is it possible to not be affected by an unhealthy relationship with your father? How do you separate “daddy issues” from a problematic relationship? What should you do, if you find yourself repeating the same problems relationa…
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Talking about your spouse’s health can be a sensitive topic. This is an ongoing battle that most of us deal with personally; therefore, understanding the ins and outs, and challenging outdated beliefs is essential. If you want to learn how to address this topic without creating an unsafe environment, tune in to this episode on the Untherapeutic Pod…
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In this episode, Marvin is joined by Dr. Jennifer Mullan! Dr. Jenn talks about her childhood, moving toward decolonized therapy, normalizing ancestral rage, her new book and so much more! She gets very real about many aspects of both her life and the work she's done in the mental health field. This episode is definitely a favorite, so check out thi…
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When we are active, not only do we lead healthier lives, but our energy level increases, mood improves, and we are able to grow our self-esteem and confidence. Although, getting the motivation to exercise can be difficult. Work. Busy schedule. Competing priorities. Fear and Embarrassment. Exhaustion. The list goes on…. It’s not always easy, but now…
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Dating can be difficult. Dating when you have a career that is public facing can be extremely difficult. When our professional lives are also public, how do we maintain privacy? How do you determine if someone is in to you, or who they believe you are? How do you create boundaries, and determine what to share and what not to share? In this episode …
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In the 9th episode of the Chasing Liberation Podcast, Marvin is joined by social worker, certified sex therapist, and founder of K-Spot Therapy, Kaycee Polite! We discuss how Kaycee's personal journey led her to social work and sex therapy, how her social media presence has impacted the community, the important distinction between intimacy, sex, & …
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If you are in a relationship or have considered being in a relationship, social media has played a role in some way. With access to “ex’s”, past relationships, and endless exposure to the lives of our peers, it makes sense why social media is the reason a lot of relationship fail. Since social media is a part of our lives, , it’s best to learn how …
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In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Soco Rey, LCSW (Founder of Soco Rey Therapy) and Jesse Wiltey, LCSW! We start the conversation off by catching up on what we've been doing recently. Then the conversation shifts to how we understand and manage conflict within our own families. In this candid conversation, we bring in examples from our o…
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In this episode, Marvin is joined by the PHENOMENAL Dr. Ebony Butler! Dr. Ebony talks about creating and maintaining boundaries, how diet culture is traumatic, a SUPER problematic retreat experience we had, creating My Therapy Cards, and so much more! Make sure you give this episode a listen, because it's pretty dope.…
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In this episode, Marvin is joined by two of your favorite hilarious aun-teas from the Minoritea Report Podcast! They talk about their experience growing up queer, the rise in anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, "the gay agenda," origins of the Minoritea Report podcast, and so much more! This episode is filled with a lot laughs, but also a lot of truth! Tap in…
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Discrimination at work is stressful. It’s sometimes subtle, and the signs are not always obvious. Even when discrimination is not the case, if you have experienced it in the past, it’s impossible to exclude that possibility. However, when dealing with problems at work, most of us don’t have someone that can coach us through the process. If we do, i…
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Is your job destroying your sex life? Do you give so much to growing professionally, that you overlook the potential consequence on our sex drive? Does your partner get the leftovers? Is it your fault or are you the victim of an oppressive system that forces us to exhaust ourselves? Is it just how things are in a capitalistic society, or do we put …
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How to Wait Well What does it mean to Wait Well? When you have done everything you know to do, and still, nothing has happened – there is a tendency to question. Did I hear God correctly? Am I doing something wrong? Why others and not me? Is this even the Will of God for my life? In the book Wait and See, author Wendy Pope shares timeless biblical …
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What you believe is important, but what role does faith really have in our relationships. Is it a deal breaker if two people don't share the same faith? What does it actually mean, when someone says, "equally yoked". What should people look for when they say their Faith is important to them? Can it be used to restore relationships and overcome many…
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If you knew this 20 years ago, what would you do different in marriage? For anyone who is married, considering marriage, or interested in a long-term relationship, learning from those who have been in the trenches can sometimes be the best form of counseling. However, what does it really take to be married for over 20 years… Sometimes we want to be…
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If you have ever wondered whether or not you should go to therapy, or if the problems you are experiencing warrant talking to someone, then this episode is for you. Join Dr. Nic Hardy, and Arron Muller, LCSW as they discuss the subtle signs if you are okay or not. Although we can “push through”, or maintain a “business as usual attitude”, the impac…
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The secret to happiness in our relationships is not always what we think. More money, less arguments, more time together, better vacations, the list goes on of what we think will make us happy. However, all too often, we focus on the wrong things and find ourselves consistently dissatisfied, both in life and in our relationships. We all want to be …
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If you haven’t already, now is the time to binge on Season 1 and review the many great episodes from the Untherapeutic Podcast. The first season is filled with timeless insights to help you relationally and in life. In the meantime, don’t forget to subscribe to our new Youtube channel @drnichardy and follow us on social media. Instagram: nichardy_ …
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Despite how much you love someone, it takes discipline to make a relationship successful. One of the most important disciplines, is the discipline to establish healthy boundaries with those outside of your relationship. In this episode, I am joined by Anthony Flynn, CEO and Founder of Amazing CEO and execution expert. In addition to growing multipl…
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In this episode of Untherapeutic, Dr. Nic Hardy is joined by best selling author, Jayne Allen. In her bestselling book, "Black Girls Must Die Exhausted", this novel takes readers on a true journey of what it means to live life, experience set backs and overcome obstacles along the way. This book is a true must read. This podcast episode of Untherap…
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The older we get, the harder it is to remain optimistic about our relationship future, especially if we have experienced our fair share of failed attempts. However, despite what’s occurring relationally, the importance of self-care, and maintaining a healthy perspective is vitally important. In this episode, I am joined by Bre Mitchell, founder of …
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Has your spouse ever done everything right, but you still found yourself unsatisfied? Believe it or not, being unsatisfied in a relationship is not always because our spouse did something wrong. Is it them, or is it me? This dilemma can lead us to misplace blame, or go in circles from one relationship to the next. In this episode of Untherapeutic, …
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What does self-doubt look like in a relationship? How does you questioning yourself, affect the person you are with? Can you really be supportive when you are questioning your own abilities? When we think about imposter syndrome, we frequently overlook how it impacts us relationally. However, the truth is, questioning yourself does more that interf…
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When there are problems in a relationship, who doesn't want their partner to change? In an ideal world, they would just "get it" and everything would be okay. However, this is rarely the case, especially when two people believe the other person is at fault (which almost all the time). In her Amazon #1 Bestselling book, Dr. Abby Medcalf shares how w…
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When you don't feel heard, it's hard to explain. In fact, it can seem confusing and ambigous for those who are trying to understand and make sense of this problem. The truth is, this is one of the most common problems when it comes to communication in relationships. But what does it really mean to "not feel heard". In this episode, Dr. Nic Hardy is…
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The idea of work-life balance sounds great, but is it really attainable? Balance is good in theory, but in reality, we are sometimes asked to choose between two equally important things. When the expectations of providing financially, collide with being present, what do you do? When are lifestyle has created comfort, but the quality of our relation…
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Infidelity is one of the hardest relationship challenges some couples experience. The betrayal of trust and the loss of confidence that stems from one partner stepping outside their relationship, can cause the most committed couples to question the future of their relationship. However, in counseling countless couples over the years, there is a myt…
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Do you know the keys to lasting physical intimacy? Have you struggled to reconnect with your spouse? If so, join millions of others who have silently struggled with physical intimacy in their relationships. In this episode, Dr. Nic Hardy is joined by Dr. Viviana Coles, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and former Married at First Sight featur…
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Relationships that begin with a lot of intensity and passion, sometimes evolve into relationships that are both dangerous and unhealthy. In this episode, Kortney Simmons, Attorney and Legal Analyst for TV One’s hit show “Fatal Attraction”, discusses her experience helping couples identify warning signs and exit unsafe relationships. It’s easy to mi…
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Finding a spouse online may feel like the new normal in today’s dating culture. However, the challenges and problems that come with online dating can be exhausting and discouraging all at the same time - especially for black women, who often have fewer options in the online dating world. Dr. Nic Hardy is joined by Dating and Relationship coach Kevi…
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Even when we know a relationship is toxic, it’s not always easy to stop ourselves from going back. In this episode, host Dr. Nic Hardy is joined by Mindfulness Expert and Practitioner Kierra McShine-Gregory. Kierra is a mental health counselor and mindfulness practitioner who works with adolescents, adults and families using the practice of mindful…
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In this episode, Dr. Ebony gives us five (5) strategies for working through the difficulties that come up when building a healthier relationship with food! We talk compassion, gentleness, reducing the noise, and more! Connect with Dr. Ebony My Therapy Cards - https://www.mytherapycards.com/ Website - https://www.drebony.com/ Instagram - https://www…
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Since some of us are starting to travel again, the question has come up around how to maintain a healthy relationship with food while traveling. In this episode, Dr. Ebony breaks down your relationship with food and provides practical tips for understanding how to manage the relationship while getting back out into life! Connect with Dr. Ebony My T…
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In this episode, Dr. Ebony discusses common factors that can have negative impacts on our relationship with food. Let's go beyond the conversation of food and let's look at some root issues! Connect with Dr. Ebony My Therapy Cards - https://www.mytherapycards.com/ Website - https://www.drebony.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drebonyonlin…
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In this episode, Dr. Ebony takes a moment to explain what she does as a Food Relationship strategist. She takes us on a journey to understand how working from this unique approach helps to spread empowerment rather than shame and guilt! Connect with Dr. Ebony My Therapy Cards - https://www.mytherapycards.com/ Website - https://www.drebony.com/ Inst…
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I had the pleasure to join Devon Estes, LPC as a guest for her Facebook Live series, Ask a Black Therapist. The title of the episode I recorded with her was - Melanin, Minds, and Meals: Winning the war of weight management in the Black community. What an awesome talk as we discussed all things relationship with food in the Black community. Connect …
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Sahirenys Pierce, Financial Expert & Creator of the High Five Banking Method, talks to us about how mastering your money could help you master your relationship with food! We are talking budgeting, meal planning, balance, and more! Connect with Sahirenys Instagram - instagram.com/poisedfinancelifestyle Check out Sahirenys' Blog & Youtube Channel Co…
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Nutrition Therapist and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Ayana Habtemariam, talks to us about the oppressive impact of diet culture on the Black community and ways that intuitive eating can help us heal our relationships with food and our bodies! Connect with Ayana Instagram - instagram.com/thetrillrd instagram.com/reclamingourplate Website - …
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With so much talk about #quarantine15 and the fear around gaining weight during this time, Dr. Ebony takes a moment to speak on the realities and implications of dieting during a global pandemic. Connect with Dr. Ebony Instagram - instagram.com/drebonyonline Facebook - facebook.com/drebonyonline Twitter - twitter.com/drebonyonline Website - drebony…
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Dr. Nikki, Licensed Psychologist and Senior Training Director of Diversity and Inclusion, sits down to share a unique perspective about her personal journey with building a healthy relationship with food as a Black single mother! It's a good one! Take a listen!! Connect with Dr. Nikki Instagram - instagram.com/drnikkiknows Twitter - twitter.com/drn…
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With the outbreak of COVID-19, emotions are running high and information is overwhelming and conflicting! Also, anxiety and scarcity mindset have kicked in more than ever. Many people are also operating from a panicked and flight/fright/freeze response system. Dr. Ebony takes a moment to discuss how this current epidemic impacts our eating behavior…
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Dr. Nino Rodriguez, a scholar in the area of Black male identity development, sits down with Dr. Ebony to have a conversation about the complexities of manhood and masculinity and how our understanding of what it means to be a Black man impacts various areas of his life and identity, specifically as it relates to his relationship with food and body…
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While I love the new wave of advocating that people ditch diets and instead learn to listen to their bodies, I believe that this is easier said than done, especially when you're someone who is coping with and recovering from trauma. Let's talk about it! Work with Dr. Ebony Taking Back My Body Programs Connect with Dr. Ebony Instagram - instagram.co…
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It seems that anti-diet culture movements are popping up all over social media and blogs. In this episode, I share how diet culture is being defined and why I, as a Black woman who has struggled with weight issues, am turning my back on this oppressive culture and why you might want to consider your involvement as well! Resources mentioned in episo…
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