Since graduating from Hampton University and relocating the Los Angeles, Miah works in casting by day and runs the lifestyle brand "Give Me A Minute" by night. Her journey has come with its twists and turns as work in the film and television industry was impacted by the pandemic in 2020 and halted again due to the SAG-AFTRA strike in 2023. As the d…

Photographer and Creative Director, Mecca Gamble McConnell living a purposeful life divinely designed by God. Her innate craft of storytelling through visual concepts has evolved into her launching, Indigo Creative & Consulting, an innovative take on planning and executing visual campaigns. Take a listen as we discuss how Mecca remains aligned in h…

Jayde I. Powell is a content creator and marketer from Atlanta, Georgia. With over ten years of experience building the social media presence of several brands, Jayde has taken her knowledge and established herself as a well-respected creative and entrepreneur in the marketing and advertising industry. She is the founder and head of creative of The…

Monica Gibbs Marsh is a visual artist and author recently publishing her first novel under her Penn name, Songs of Lost Things. Her writing and artwork are rooted in Black southern heritage and its ties to modern culture. Her book also features a series of original art pieces providing a visual backdrop to the story and its themes. You can follow M…

Get to know digital illustrator, Destiny Darcel, as we discuss what began as a revenge-inspired hobby in 2020, and has flourished into a successful business for the young designer. Destiny continues to refine her craft and hopes to have a generational impact on the way Lisa Frank inspired millennials by expanding her artwork into colorful, creative…

The gang's back together for an episode of randomness and foolery centered around dating in Atlanta as millennials. Listen to this week's episode as Amber, Jazmin, and myself make light of the dumpster fire that is the dating pool and talk about what we hope for our romantic lives this year.

A woman known by many names, Imani is on a mission to one day dominate the beauty industry. As CEO, Lead Esthetician and Makeup Artist of Glitter & Glory Enhancement Bar, her bills are paid helping clients maintain youthful appeal, but her goals are much bigger than what she's doing behind the table. This week's episode takes a peak behind the curt…

Monika is a multi-hyphenate woman of many talents. She has created community through her presence online and her real-life advocacy for domestic violence. Listen to how Monika continues to inspire and stay grounded. Follow Monika on Instagram for fashion, family, and fun at @Believeinurpower; You can also learn more about her advocacy work by visit…

After nearly 15 months, I'm back behind the mic! Life looks slightly different and I am back in Atlanta, but boy have I learned some valuable lessons. Season 4 picks up where I am currently mentally and physically, and hopefully sets the tone for what I want listeners to gain this season. Get in lovers--we're finding our way back to joy!…

I'm taking a break from our regularly scheduled program to do a deep dive into allllll the mess in the latest season of Netflix's reality dating show experiment; Love is Blind. With the help of my friends Maria and Sophia, we are dishing on all the deets from the show and giving our unfiltered opinions about every cast member. If you aren't caught …

Shanique is a modern day renaissance woman, turning her dreams into reality despite many obstacles along the way. She has been able to build her brand and pivoting into being an influencer full-time. From Army Veteran to Mogul in the making, Shanique strives to live life authentically and share memorable experiences with her three girls. Listen to …

This week's episode has been long overdue! I FINALLY sit down with my fellow podcaster-tv lover-take no shit-friend, Mel! Mel is no stranger to hard work and will also choose people, workplaces, and experiences that bring her closer to the luxurious soft life we all seek to attain. We discuss the realities of navigating corporate America as black w…

Jasmine is a social entrepreneur committed to service, youth development, and mental wellness. She was recently promoted at work when the untimely passing of her father occurred. Jasmine uses her healing journey as inspiration for living an authentic life despite the emotional impact of grief. As an advocate for mental wellness in women, she also c…

Tionka is an ambitious woman breaking down barriers in the Finance world that have owned many titles in her life. As Tionka climbs the corporate ladder to CFO, she is here to remind us that we are more than the job. Tionka continues to prioritize time for herself and has recently discovered her passion for home decor and organization to start a new…

Tune in to my interview with Digital Marketer and Founder of the ADM Agency, LLC—Michaela. She launched her company to help small business owners and individuals develop their brands by providing them with compelling written communication, minimalistic designs, and social media content. As Michaela aspires to live a life on her terms, we discuss wh…

For the first episode of this season, I sit down with Eboné, host of The Professional Homegirl Podcast. On her show, Eboné interviews women of color anonymously that have unique stories to share. Meeting Eboné felt like we have known each other for years! Our lives mirror one another in many ways with one key goal the desire to create space for bla…

Mia Shantel dives into another season of interviews with black women prioritizing self-care, healing, and growth. During these candid conversations with guests from various industries, we uncover common themes in the lives of black women and find joy in removing the veil of double consciousness to reveal more vulnerable, authentic perspectives on l…

Tayo is a community engagement specialist and the creative force behind "Selfish Selfcare Management." Tayo's goal with Selfish Selfcare Management is to shift habits and empower those living with chronic illness to create a personal self-management plan. Years ago, Tayo was diagnosed with sickle cell disease and used what she had learned to develo…

Pärdē girl Keli, is the Owner + Creative Director of PärdēPress, a greeting card company created for girlfriends to acknowledge and celebrate each other. We discuss what inspired her to take the leap into entrepreneurship full-time, what she has learned since ditching corporate America, and the evolution of self-care for someone with creative mind.…

The Detroit native, Harvard Law grad, and L.A.-based writer began her career as an attorney in the music industry as an executive at Universal Music Group. She later wrote Black Girls Must Die Exhausted, inspired by her own incredible life experience. With the grassroots success of her first book, Allen adds to the three-part series with the highly…

This interview is proof that God places people in your life when you need them most. I met Janee' through a professional organization we were active in during the pandemic. I expressed my interest in wanting to publish a coffee table book. One DM and 15 months later and Janee's company, Open Book Publishing, is helping me to publish and promote the…

Meeting Kim for this interview gave me all the feels! Her warm, infectiously joyful spirit was divine timing. We face a few challenges getting this episode going but her patience proves she is called to cultivate young minds (did I mention she’s Sagittarius too?!). Not only is Kim the creative genius behind #HeyMissKim but she is an early childhood…

Financial Literacy Coach, Author, Serial Entrepreneur--a Rose by any other name would still smell as sweet! Rose Bellefleur is the epitome of a black woman disrupting the societal expectations across every aspect of life while simultaneously creating thoughtful dialogue about taboo topics amongst the black community. We hit on redlining, generating…

Everyone has their feelings about social media but I can say that it has created a community of beautiful, carefree black women that I can lean into for inspiration. This episode is a product of that community and I am delighted to share space with LaDonna. My internet best fren and Sag sis came through with so many gems about loving yourself first…

The Trill Trio returns where we left off last season describing a dating pool that definitely has pee in it. This time around we are more hopeful for what perspective our thirties will bring, but leave it to Jazmin to choose violence and tell the infamous story of just how real our friendship got one night after we left her hanging. Take a break fr…

Learn more about Dr. Stephens, her public health consulting, and infectious disease epidemiology research at sapheconsulting.com. Find her on Instagram at @SAPHEConsultingGroup. We will continue this conversation on Instagram Live 9/22 at 8 p.m. EST. Tune to have your questions about COVID-19 and it's variants answered. Since Y’all Don’t Read is on…

The past twelve weeks have been dedicated to getting acclimated to life in the Pacific North West with none of my personal belongings. I want to recap and purge a few thoughts before we jump back in to episodes next week. Thank you for patiently waiting--I am glad to be back! Since Y’all Don’t Read is on Instagram at @sinceyalldontreadpodcast Catch…

Can you believe we're back for season two of your fave black girl podcast?! I am just as excited as you are to dive right in to all the fun and dynamic interviews lined up, but first--let's catch up on what's been going on with your hostess with the mostest as I prepare for some major life changes! Tune in and be sure to tell me what you think on s…

SEASON ONE IS DONE! Cat William graciously shared her time to close out the first season of the show. She works full-time in higher education but found her passion as a food blogger when the pandemic shifted our lives in 2020. She has persisted for the better as a newlywed amid the pandemic and her Lunch Break sessions on Instagram live bring the f…

I finally got to catch up with my good sis, Brittany! We chat about all things dating in Atlanta, what shows have us entertained, trusting your intuition, and not settling as black women personally or professionally. She is an intuitive black hottie, fellow podcaster (Girl, Listen), and co-creator of Black Girl Intuition, a healing space + communit…

Kiah is a Digital Content Specialist by day and reader-crafter-blogger by night. This episode was so much fun as we discuss her journey through trusting her voice as a young writer, why black women are lit, and finding joy in unconventional outlets. You can see more of Kiah on Instagram and Twitter at @AccordingToKiah as well as catch up on her ama…

Andrea is a serial entrepreneur and hairstylist focusing on harmony, healthy hair, and real home girl energy! Andy is giving us her major keys to self-care and gratitude as she creates a prosperous life. She has online courses and merchandise available on her website hairandymakeup.com. You can find Andy on Instagram at @hairandymakeup; Her morning…

LeeAndra Momodu is a real estate agent and interior designer in Atlanta, fully committed to making her passions profitable. We discuss what inspired her to take the leap into entrepreneurship full-time, what she has learned since becoming licensed, and how she fits self-care and dating into an already busy schedule. You can find Lee on Instagram at…

I sat down with jack of all trades, Javona Swann, to discuss her journey through the mid-20s as she maintains a relationship with God, pours into others, and figures Twitter out! Find her on Instagram through her personal page and faith-based business page: @JavonaSwann and @GoodGirlGreatGod Since Y’all Don’t Read is on Instagram at @sinceyalldontr…

Want to know how bad dating is? My two friends and I, affectionately known as the Trill Trio, discuss our highs and lows of being single in Atlanta. Amber is an up and coming website developer/content creator and Jazmin is an event planner. We hope you enjoy a peek into what our girl talk sounds like. Find both ladies on social media via the handle…

This week Shay Richards sits with me to discuss her challenges and triumphs of life as a millennial wife, new mother, and full-time photographer. You can find Shay at www.tooshayphotography.com or see her work on Instagram at @tooshay.photography (and yes she’s wiped her page clean for a fresh start). • Follow the host on Instagram and Twitter at @…

After technical difficulties, my first guest interview is finally here! I sit down with Cayla to discuss her path in the field of Public Health, the importance of advanced care planning, her guilty pleasure that is trash tv, and learning to control the controllable in life. More information on Advance Directives can be found here: https://www.aarp.…

In this episode, I’m putting my ego to the side to record this show despite hardware issues experienced. I discuss how the time change is kicking my ass and how much I appreciate the online community I’ve grown to know and support. Don’t forget to register and vote in the run-off election and stay safe as you visit with family this holiday season. …

In this welcome episode, the self-proclaimed Code-switching Creative, Mia Shantel, introduces her new venture, Since Y’all Don’t Read Podcast, and welcomes listeners into her world as a millennial black woman working in the creative space. This series features casual conversations with black women of various walks of life, giving their perspective …