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Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn

Angella Fraser & Leslie Osei-Tutu

This is what the world needs now: two free-thinking “seasoned” Black women speaking their truth and inspiring others to do the same. Shaped by 45 years of friendship that began at the prestigious Brooklyn Technical High School through the Ivy League, medical school, marriages, divorces, triumphs, parenting queer children, life-threatening illness and many many amazing adventures. Each week, besties Leslie Osei-Tutu and Angella Fraser will push against boundaries in love, culture, careers, faith,

society & culture relationships

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53:36

Beyond the Tip: Discovering the Full Anatomy of...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/05/27

The Besties are still on their vacay so here’s another blast from the past. Originally aired in October 2023, our guest Dr. Maria Sophocles, a Board-Certified OB-GYN and Medical Director of Women's Healthcare of Princeton, unveils shocking truths about female sexual health and pleasure that have been systematically ignored by medical education for centuries. Angie was aghast by the fact that there is so much her generation was never taught about this unique part of our bodies: ful...

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43:25

Extraordinary Female Friendships with Kim Coles

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/05/20

Did you know that the Besties have another Bestie? It’s actor, comedian, author and coach Kim Coles. As the dear friend she is, she came onto Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn podcast when we were wee podcasters. So in celebration of her new podcast with her Living Single costar Erika Alexander, we thought we would replay our conversation with her when she closed out our first season. Then enjoy Kim's new podacst: Judging by the Pilot | S1 E1 | ReLiving Single Podcasthttps://yout...

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43:20

Your Job Shouldn't Cost You Your Health

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/05/13

Licensed Clinical Psychologist Dr. Kimani Norrington-Sands returns with co-host Social Worker Marissa Price to discuss their annual Job Liberation Summit, a virtual event designed to help Black women escape toxic workplaces on their own timeline with support and resources. • Toxic jobs trigger our brain's fear response, preventing access to the areas of the brain needed for planning • Chronic workplace stress causes physiologic harm which can lead to accelerated aging of organs • Black ...

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41:56

A Reunion Story: High School Bonds Beyond Differences

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/05/06

Leslie and Angella take you through their emotional journey at the Brooklyn Technical High School 45th reunion. This isn't just any school gathering – it's a celebration of one of America's premier STEM education institutions and the diverse bonds that have endured nearly half a century. The most remarkable aspect? Watching a room filled with people from different racial, cultural, and political backgrounds leave their differences at the door and simply celebrate their shared history. &...

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11:44

Our 45th High School Reunion Countdown

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/04/29

We're together in person for this impromptu episode during our busy "Gala Week." Despite exhaustion, we're sharing updates as we prepare for our upcoming 45th Reunion from Brooklyn Technical High School. Brooklyn Tech is the largest high school in the United StatesBrooklyn Tech has produced six Nobel laureates and numerous distinguished graduatesOur high school friendships have endured for nearly five decadesWe’re grateful for listener support that keeps us motivated to show up weeklyStay tun...

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40:14

The Currency of Friendship: How Two Black Boomer...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/04/22

Angella and Leslie explore how our relationship with money evolves over time and how true wealth extends beyond financial success to include joy, freedom, and meaningful connections. • Money as just one form of currency in our lives • How entrepreneurship offers freedom beyond financial gain • The shift in perspective that comes when basic financial needs are met • Cultural expectations around money, especially for Black women • Redefining generosity and learning to receive as well as give • ...

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40:16

The Only One in the Room: Navigating Predominantly...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/04/15

Leslie shares a recent experience of being the only Black person at two separate eventsâ€”a Staten Island sports bar and a New Jersey fundraiser with over 300 attendees. This prompts a revealing conversation about racial segregation in America and the imbalance of cultural immersion between white and Black Americans. â€¢ Black Americans constantly "swim in white waters" while white Americans rarely need to navigate Black spaces â€¢ The myth of equivalence in self-segregation ignores power dyn...

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27:46

Boots on the Ground: How These Black Boomers Navigate...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/04/08

In this episode, The Besties share their strategies for managing political anxiety through intentional actions rather than constant news consumption, discussing how they've transformed feelings of helplessness into empowerment through deliberate consumer choices and lifestyle decisions. They are: • Stepping back from news consumption and financial monitoring to protect mental health • Boycotting certain retailers, despite inconvenience, to support businesses that align with their values...

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38:16

The Year of Menopause Session 2: Cultural...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/04/01

The Year of Menopause returns with Dr. Toni Otway as she joins the Besties to explore different cultural ideologies of menopause. • Western societies often frame menopause as women being "put out to pasture" after serving their reproductive purpose • Many cultures including the Japanese, African, and Mayan societies celebrate menopause as a time for gaining wisdom and elevated social status • Medical training historically provided minimal education about menopause, focusing only on biol...

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27:28

Trust your gifts: When a bold decision saved a life

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/03/25

Being a physician is Leslie’s calling; a gifting. In this episode, she recounts a whirlwind weekend trip where she visited a recovering friend, and was reminded of a time years ago when she saved a friend’s life through medical intervention and advocacy. Angella and Leslie emphasize the importance of knowing your gifts and using them to help others. The conversation highlights the critical need for medical self-advocacy, especially for Black patients FOLLOW BLACK BOOMER BESTIES FROM BROOKLYN ...

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40:15

“I could never do that!” The bold-face lies we...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/03/18

Leslie and Angella dismantle the myth that "you can't teach an old dog new tricks" by sharing powerful personal revelations about self-imposed limitations they've overcome in their decades-long friendship. • Leslie shares how she loved convertible cars for years but never thought she could own one until a lightbulb moment changed everything • The hosts discuss how we restrict ourselves from joy by assuming certain things aren't "for us" • Angella reveals her journey to setting boundaries in f...

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32:06

Join Us in Real Life in Raleigh

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/03/11

Besties Leslie and Angella share exciting news about their upcoming live event in Raleigh, North Carolina, where they'll host a community conversation after a performance of "The Old Settler," a play originally performed by Felicia Rashad and Debbie Allen. • Angella is the wig designer for the production directed by actor and author Moses T Alexander Greene. • The play explores themes of love, survival and family dynamics in 1943 Harlem • Leslie and Angella have different opinions about a key...

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38:06

We’re “a lot”! How to embrace being “extra”

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/03/03

The episode discusses the complexities and beauty of being "a lot" in our lives and relationships. Angella and Leslie share personal experiences and insights into how this trait can be perceived both positively and negatively. • Introduction to the theme of being “a lot” • Exploration of personal definitions and meanings of being “a lot” • Sharing experiences with friends and family regarding being “a lot” • Conversations on the impact of being a lot in romantic relationships • Reflections on...

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56:41

Self-care with Tools for Troubled Times

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/02/25

Love and compassion guide the conversation as Besties Leslie and Angella explore mental well-being with Dr. Rebecca Eldridge. Dr. Eldridge emphasizes that joy is not just a luxury but a critical component of well-being, especially in a time when many feel the emotional weight of societal issues. This week’s discussion focuses on how to maintain emotional health amid political and social chaos, while emphasizing practical tools and mindfulness techniques. • Importance of intentional news consu...

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51:32

Pop the Balloon: Do New Ways of Dating Work for Older...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/02/17

From the intriguing show "Pop The Balloon and Find Love" to the traditional practices of arranged marriages, Besties Angella and Leslie discuss romantic relationships. They interject their own stories, and skepticisms, and challenge the notion that longevity equals happiness while examining the impact of true love versus societal obligations. The conversation takes a deep dive into the heart of compatibility and how profound questions can sometimes be answered in the most unexpected mom...

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43:14

The Full Body Impact of Menopause (and why you should...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/02/11

This episode of Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn features two guests who offer insights into the often-misunderstood topic of menopause. Besties Angella and Leslie introduce Dr. Toni Otway and Dr. Damali Campbell, two physicians who recognized the need to dispel myths and challenge societal misperceptions around menopause. They conceived The Year of the Menopause- a series of lectures and webinars designed to provide education, awareness and a safe space for discussion of this ...

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18:09

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde is a Balm

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/02/04

Could a 15 minute sermon provide a balm for our politically divided times? Besties Angella and Leslie believe it just might. The Besties explore Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde's courageous message delivered during this year’s presidential inaugural prayer service. Her sermon was a rallying call for unity and her deep reflections on the teachings of Jesus Christ struck a powerful chord with Angie and Lez, even as they sparked criticism from the incoming president and many of his fo...

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36:08

Downsizing with Heart and Humor

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/01/27

In this week’s episode, The Besties discovered that a new, yet unused, yellow Schwinn bike harbored a lesson about life's unexpected attachments and the difficulty of letting things go. It was Leslie’s turn to attempt the difficult task of decluttering and emptying her storage unit so she solicited Ange’s help. Afterall, Angie had just cleared out her unit so who would be better to show Les how it was done. And it wasn’t easy. With Angella's stern but pragmatic a...

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25:45

The Surprising Benefits of Starting a Podcast or...

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/01/21

Starting a YouTube channel in your 60s might sound daunting, but what if it could lead to newfound freedom and self-discovery? The Besties encourage older folks to start a podcast or YouTube like this 62 year old didTake My JourneyStarting a YouTube Channel at 62. Am I Crazy!https://youtu.be/-ROSryh65XE?si=QHGuKjilCB9nu55NHere are 5 positive things The Besties’ learned: Things are gonna be scary until you try themBeing bold in one area of your life will impact other areasIt takes ti...

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22:56

Why I Took a Break from a Job I Love

Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn ·

2025/01/14

Leslie woke up one morning, went in to work and said to her boss, “I need a break, I’m going to take several months off”. As a full time anesthesiologist she put aside concerns of what her absence would do to the busy OR schedule or the pinch her colleagues would experience being on call. What she knew (for sure) was that she was fatigued, her mind was distracted, her body was rebelling and she had never taken an extended break from work in her over twenty year career. In this epi...

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