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Therapy for Black Girls

iHeartPodcasts and Joy Harden Bradford, Ph.D.

The Therapy for Black Girls podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves.

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Session 405: Unpacking Intimacy with Dr. Tiff Henry

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2025/04/02

In the wake of the #MeToo movement, it became clear that film and television sets needed stronger regulations around intimate scenes. Since then, intimacy coordinators have been on the rise, ensuring that actors feel safe and respected while bringing vulnerable moments to life on screen. Thanks to their work, we can enjoy our favorite shows and movies without questioning whether boundaries were crossed behind the scenes. Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Tiff Henry, an expert in sex and

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Session 404: Black Women In VC

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2025/03/26

With over 3.5 million Black-owned businesses in America, we continue to see the landscape of Black entrepreneurship grow and expand. And as a Black entrepreneur myself, I know firsthand the importance of seeking out support in order to take your business to the next level. That’s why today, I am so happy to have Jewel Burks Solomon on the podcast. She is the managing partner at Collab Capital, an early-stage venture capital fund she launched to close the funding gap for Black entrepreneurs

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TBG U: Flipping Out with Kyrstin Johnson

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2025/03/25

Kyrstin Johnson is a talented gymnast at Temple University, known for her dedication, resilience, and passion for the sport. After transferring to Temple, she quickly became a standout athlete, consistently pushing the boundaries of her performance while balancing the physical and mental demands of being a college gymnast. Beyond her impressive athletic abilities, Kyrstin is deeply committed to mental health advocacy, recognizing the importance of managing anxiety and prioritizing well-being as much

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Session 402: Flipping the Tables & Owning Our Futures...

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2025/03/12

It goes without saying that “the 92%” understood the assignment during the 2024 election, but what are we to make of it when we still end up exactly where we are today? Struggling to make sense of our place in the world with leaders and legislation increasingly being utilized against us. You can’t deny the tables have turned but how can you resist? Joining me fresh off the release of her new book, Flip The Tables: The Everyday Disruptor's Guide to Finding Courage and Making Change,

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Session 400: Mindfulness, Movement & Motherhood with...

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2025/02/26

10 years and 399 episodes have led us to this very special moment in TBG history— our 400th episode! Growing this podcast has been so transformative for myself, my team, and the community we have built along the way. With that in mind, today’s episode is centered around the resting work we must remember to integrate as we grow. Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts is an internationally celebrated Peloton yoga and meditation teacher and scholar, highly regarded as a leader in a new generation of

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TBG U: Bearing Witness with Lynae Vanee

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2025/02/25

Lynae Vanee is a dynamic activist, entertainer, and social media star who has made waves in the entertainment industry while staying true to her roots as a passionate advocate for social justice. A proud Spelman College alumna, Lynae’s journey to success has been shaped by her commitment to amplifying Black voices and advocating for change. Known for her authenticity and powerful platform, she navigates the challenges of being a public figure with grace, maintaining a balance between sharing

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Session 399: TBG Archive, Maintaining Freedom While...

Therapy for Black Girls ·

2025/02/19

Relationships and freedom—can they truly coexist? This episode from our archives revisits a powerful discussion sparked by a question from our community: How do you navigate the idea of losing some of your freedom in a relationship? In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Maria Dominguez, LMFT, also known as Dr. D. Together, we unpack what it means to navigate freedom in relationships, how to define what freedom looks like for you, and the key conversations to have while dating that can

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BONUS: One of Them Days Recap

Therapy for Black Girls ·

2025/02/07

It’s barely been a month and One of Them Days is already on track to be one of the best comedies of the year! Today, I’m joined by a few members of the team; podcast producers Tyree Rush and Ellice Ellis and Social Media Manager Alyssa Green, to unpack some of the best moments in this instant cult classic. We also chatted about the implications that the success of this film has for the industry at large, especially as it pertains to Black women lead comedies. So sit back and enjoy the

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Session 397: Up Close with Scottie Beam

Therapy for Black Girls ·

2025/02/05

I’m excited to bring you a conversation today with a very special guest, someone who is known for her bold voice, her authenticity, and her commitment to empowering others.You may know her from her work as a media personality, podcaster, and all-around cultural commentator. Joining me today is the one and only, Scottie Beam.Scottie is not only a powerhouse on the mic, but she’s also a trailblazer for a younger generation of women in media, especially when it comes to destigmatizing the

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Session 396: Decoding Popular Food and Wellness Trends

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2025/01/29

Whether it’s a juice cleanse, miracle pill, detox tea, or weight-loss hack, it seems like every week a new food and wellness trend pops up with the promise of helping us achieve maximum results. For this final episode of this year's January Jumpstart series, we’re exploring a healthy approach to nutrition and unpacking popular wellness trends with expert guidance. Dr. Whitney Trotter and Angela Goens are registered dieticians and co-leaders of the BIPOC Eating Disorders conference

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TBG U: Unpacking Black Education

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2025/01/28

Starting the year with a number of executive orders targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as anti-affirmative action legislation impacting schools around the country, there are so many questions around how and where to get quality education for Black students. To help us get a better understanding of what solutions are out there, Aziah Siid and Quintessa Williams talk about a number of issues they have reported on for Word In Black’s education beat. Where to Find Word In Black

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Session 394: Redefining Beauty with Sir John

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2025/01/15

Whether it’s a soft beat or a Met Gala glamour moment, putting on makeup can inspire confidence and unleash the inner baddie within many of us. Welcome back to another installment of our January Jumpstart series – designed to make 2025 one of your best years yet. You’ll want to grab a notepad, a mirror, and maybe a little setting spray as we explore how beginners can kickstart their makeup journey — while not forgetting that true beauty lies within. Joining me for this

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Session 392: The Art of the Glow Up

Therapy for Black Girls ·

2025/01/01

Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025 and to year 3 of our January Jumpstart series.Kicking off this month’s lineup of transformative conversations is a guest that I know several of you will know and recognize: Les Alfred, host of the Balanced Black Girl podcast. With expertise as a personal trainer, nutrition coach, and certified yoga instructor, Les uses her platform to support her community in creating nourishing habits that help them create the necessary space to live their best lives. In

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Session 391: New Year, New Mindfulness

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2024/12/25

The New Year often brings a whirlwind of pressure to reinvent ourselves, leading us to set unrealistic goals. In this final podcast episode of the year, I’m challenging you to consider what it might look like to spend these final days of 2024 reflecting, reframing, and being present rather than rushing ahead. Please welcome meditation teacher Dora Kamau as our guest for this week. She is here to discuss how we might welcome in the new year by practicing mindfulness. With a background in

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Session 389: Being A Black Woman Buddhist

Therapy for Black Girls ·

2024/12/11

As we continue to explore the experiences of Black women from several religious backgrounds, this week I’m in dialogue with Dr. Pamela Ayo Yetunde, who shares her journey of becoming a practicing Buddhist.Dr. Yetunde is a pastoral counselor and the author of several books, including "Casting Indra's Net" and the forthcoming "Dearly Beloved: Prince, Spirituality, and This Thing Called Life." During our conversation today, we explore some of the basic principles of Buddhism, how Buddhism as a

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Session 388: Culturally Critiquing with Care

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2024/12/04

Whether it’s an essay on last night’s viral moment, a deep dive into a favorite celebrity’s career, or a hot take that sets social media on fire, cultural critique is something that helps us analyze, question, and understand the world around us. But what makes a good piece of criticism? And why do we sometimes embrace it—or resist it—so strongly? Joining us this week to talk intimately about the state of cultural criticism is journalist, writer, and care worker, J Wortham. You may know J as a staff

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Session 382: What We Know About Alzheimer's

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2024/10/23

The idea of getting older and slowly losing memory of everything and everyone around us is something that can cause lots of dread and anxiety. Beyond the sensationalized depictions in shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, let's explore the real impacts of Alzheimer’s disease and how it can affect our families and loved ones. Joining me for this important conversation is cognitive neuropsychologist and Associate Director of the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, Dr. Lisa L. Barnes. Dr. Barnes has

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Session 381: The Mental Health Benefits of Running

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2024/10/16

They say life is a marathon, not a sprint, so today on the podcast, we’re going the extra mile by bringing you an episode all about running and how it can help you build endurance – physically and mentally. So, if you’re ready to go the distance and find your stride, lace up and get ready to hear from today’s trailblazing guest, Dr. Nina Joy Mena. Dr. Mena, known as Dr. NJoy, is an Atlanta-based community psychiatrist, author, podcaster, and motivational speaker who is passionately dedicated to

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Session 380: Black Women In Ghostwriting

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2024/10/09

When we hear the word “ghostwriter,” what may come up are images of rappers in the studio having someone else write their lyrics. But have you ever considered that some of your favorite viral pop culture moments – from speeches to text messages — were orchestrated by ghostwriters, many of whom are Black women? Today, I’m joined by Pauleanna Reid, who is a celebrity ghostwriter that helps high-profile leaders and doers turn their personal stories into powerful brand assets. She is the founder of

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Session 379: Domestic Violence & Coping With Triggers

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2024/10/02

Unfortunately, it feels like every day there is a new incident of domestic abuse that happens to unfold all over our social media timelines, and with it, the potential to encounter violent footage or hear various arguments in support of the abuser. For survivors of domestic violence, it can be difficult to avoid and then cope with being exposed to such triggering content. Joining me today to discuss domestic violence and retraumatization is registered social worker, therapist, content creator, and

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