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Dope Black Women

Dope Black Women

The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, connect and support with each other and through our digital sisterhood.You can follow Dope Black Women online at @DopeBlackWomen Twitter, @DopeBlackWomen1 on Instagram and Dope Black Women on Facebook

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71:31

Racism is a White Person's Problem. RIP George Floyd

Dope Black Women ·

2020/06/03

George Floyd was killed by police in Minneapolis on 25th May 2020. This murder sparked anti racism protests in the US and UK, campaigns have been flying around social media, brands are making public statements. There's a lot going on right now. This week the Dope Black Women just talk. They discuss how they have been affected by the death of George Floyd, how they feel the protests and how they're engaging with their non black friends about the subject. The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about

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71:47

What's the Difference Between an Orgasm and Climax...

Dope Black Women ·

2020/05/27

How often should you got for an STI test? What's the purpose of going for a smear test? Does eating pineapples really make your vagina smell sweet? These are just some of the questions that we asked sexual health specialist Sarah Mulindwa from Channel 4's The Sex Clinic. Together the Dope Black Women discuss how to find the right contraception for you, their experiences going for smear tests and how lockdown has been a great time to get to know their own bodies. The Dope Black Women Podcast is

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89:23

Mental Health of Young Black Girls with Ebinehita Iyere

Dope Black Women ·

2020/05/20

Before you're a black woman you're a black girl and it's so important that you don't forget the young black girl inside of you and let her come out every now and again. This week in light of mental health awareness week, a very inspiration Dope Black Women joins the show to discuss mental well being in black girls. Ebinehita Iyere is the founder of Milk and Honey which is a female led expressive safe space that allows black girls to feel empowered and heal from their experiences. Together, the

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52:57

Finance 101 with Bola Sol

Dope Black Women ·

2020/05/14

It is predicted that Coronavirus will cause the biggest finical downturn in 100 years. Since we're in such an unprecedented time where people are loosing their jobs and being furloughed and struggling financially, we bought in Financial Wellness Coach Bola Sol to demystify what Coronavirus means for the economy as well as talking us through the financial jargon we're supposed to know but are never taught! The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics

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55:28

Can You Forgive and Forget?

Dope Black Women ·

2020/05/07

Whilst being in lockdown we’re finding that we’re spending more time with family members we may not usually spend time with and less time with people who are really special to us like partners and friends. This is a real test of our relationships and learning to forgive is a crucial part of maintaining strong relationships. This week the Dope Black Women discuss what forgiveness means to them, how they deal with making apologies and how letting go of the past brings them peace in the present. The

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70:31

Zeze Millz on Cancel Culture on Black Twitter

Dope Black Women ·

2020/04/30

Every few months old anti-black, sometimes colourist tweets get exposed from people who we admire in the industry. These tweets tend to be 8+ years old and this week some of our favourite black women came under fire. Internet personality Zeze Millz, who has also be subject to backlash for comments she has made in the past, joins the Dope Black Women to discuss why cancel culture is so rife on Black Twitter, where this stems from why black women receive considerably more backlash then black men, and

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40:54

Dating During Lockdown

Dope Black Women ·

2020/04/21

Being in self isolation is one thing, but not being able to date AND you have to stay at home. That's a whole different ball game! This week the Dope Black Women discuss how they're dating whilst in isolation, getting to know someone under lockdown and the things they're doing to satisfy their physical needs. Ladies take note there are some real tangible takeaways in this episode. The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us,

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69:06

This is not the Oppression Olympics

Dope Black Women ·

2020/04/16

Can your white friends use black emojis? To what extent do you support black businesses? Can you be pro black and date other races? This week the Dope Black Women discuss what it means to be pro black. They also share how they're coping with self isolation and what they're doing to keep themselves entertained and positive in this uncertain time. The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, connect and support with each other and

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51:42

Noughts and Crosses with Director Koby Adom

Dope Black Women ·

2020/04/09

What would it be like to live in a world where white people are oppressed and black people are superior? This is the world that Noughts and Crosses is set in. Malorie Blackman's famous series of books has been turned into a TV series and this week the Dope Black Women are joined by one of the show's directors, Koby Adom. Koby discusses how he broke into film school as well as the main themes of the TV show such as identity, racism and overcoming adversity. You can watch all episodes of Noughts and

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63:59

What is Your Most Toxic Trait?

Dope Black Women ·

2020/04/02

Have you ever had my heart broken? What is the biggest lie you've told recently and to who? These are just some of the questions the Dope Black Women answer this week as they play 'We're not really strangers.' We are not really strangers is a purpose given card game created by an American artist called Koreen who has collaborated with Red Table Talk, about empowering meaningful connections. The purpose of the game is to deepen your existing relationships and create new ones. Fitness influencers

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58:49

Do You Feel The Pressure To Have Children?

Dope Black Women ·

2020/03/26

We may be in lockdown here in the UK, but that doesn't stop us from bringing you episodes each week! In a Corona free episode, this week the ladies are joined by fellow Dope Black Woman Adaobi Nwachuku to discuss the pressures that women feel (from society and family) to be a mother. Reflecting upon their different life stories and backgrounds the women discuss whether they want kids, whether they would consider adoption and the similarities and differences in expectations for women between African

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39:56

Organ Donation in the Black Community

Dope Black Women ·

2020/03/19

There is a huge lack of black organ donors and huge stigmas around the topic, so in this episode the Dope Black Women dispel some of those preconceptions, reflect on their own attitudes towards organ donation, as well as Leanne's story of being an organ donor herself. We also hear from Rachel Rowson, Regional Manager of the London Organ Donation Team, who talks us through all of the facts and statistics, as well as the change in law that is coming into play in May 2020 in regards to organ

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61:05

Representation in Theatre with Actress Julene Robinson

Dope Black Women ·

2020/03/05

Is Theatre for white people? Why are there such few black shows for us to experience on the west end? Up and coming actress Julene Robinson joins the Dope Black Women this week and talks us through a history of black people in theatre. She also discussed her upcoming devised, show which she has also written and stars in, called The Night Woman, which is a show that explores the concept of darkness with beautiful Caribbean sounds and a deep and powerful performance to bring one woman’s journey into

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65:07

Mental Health, Therapy and Toxic Friendships with Vic...

Dope Black Women ·

2020/03/04

This week we open up the conversation around mental health and are joined by a very special Dope Black Woman, Vic Sanusi. Vic is a writer, podcaster and creative who is a huge advocate for mental health, especially encouraging more black people to talk about mental health. Together they open up to talk about everything from therapy to anti depressants, to taking time away from toxic friendships and the importance of having a partner understand and support your mental health. It gets deep in this

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75:28

Never Have I Ever Made a Sex Tape Plus The 7 Steps to...

Dope Black Women ·

2020/02/27

Have you ever had sex in public? Have you ever made a sex tape? Been kicked out of the club? In this episode we get to know the Dope Black Women even better as they play a game of Never Have I Ever. The stories are absolutely wild! Also in this episode (and by public demand) Leanne shares her seven top tips to securing a permanent sideman. It is cuffing season after all! The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, connect and

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56:44

Securing The Bag With Mercedes Benson

Dope Black Women ·

2020/02/20

DJ, Creative, influencer and all round Dope Black Woman, Mercedes Benson joins Leanne, Roshan and Liv this week. Mercedes talks about how she broke into the creative sphere, managing expectations of traditional parents and managing her multifaceted career. She dives deep into how she became a self taught DJ, the challenges she faces navigating the music industry as a black woman and her plans to scale her social enterprise SocialFixt. She drops so many gems of knowledge, this is a great listen! The

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46:15

Happy Galentines Day!

Dope Black Women ·

2020/02/13

Whether you're in a relationship or riding solo this year, February 13th is officially Galentines Day! A day to celebrate and spend time with your girlfriends! On the podcast this week Leanne, Shan and Liv discuss their take on Galentines as well as Valentines; they best and worst Valentines memories and how to spend Valentines if you're single this year. The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, connect and support with each

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37:44

What does Religion Mean to You?

Dope Black Women ·

2020/02/06

No matter what your relationship with God, religion takes on a different role in your day to day lives based on how you grew up. Religion is very prominent in the black community, so this week Leanne, Shan and Liv discuss their personal relationships with religion, what spirituality means to them and how this manifests if you have different religious views to your partner. The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, connect and

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47:25

Is the UK Ready for a Black Couple to win Love...

Dope Black Women ·

2020/01/30

This week, the Dope Black Women are joined by fellow DBW - Social Media Consultant and Podcaster, Pilar Nalwimba. Pilar previously worked on social media accounts for ITV and Love Island and currently hosts the Reality Tea Podcast. As a group they discuss the representation of black people on reality TV in general, whether reality TV shows stereotype black people and why certain reality shows are so obsessed with the character of the angry black women. They also discuss the most important question

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49:04

Should Black Women Get Married?

Dope Black Women ·

2020/01/23

There are lower rates of marriage within black women compared to other races and only 23% of dark skinned women are married. This week, Leanne, Roshan and Liv discuss whether marriage is something we strive to achieve as women in 2020, whether we're still influenced by traditional cultural values to get married and what finding a life partner means to them. The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, connect and support with each

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