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We’re back for part-two of our cute lil two-pack centered around gathering, and in this episode we’re taking TIME to figure out what do we actually want our summer to look like. From work obligations and career ambitions to juggling side hustles while staying #1 in the group chat we’re burning the candle at both ends and this conversation is centered in how we want to replenish our mind, body and spirits this summer.
We’re getting into it - from the products that keep us looking and feeling our best, our summer themes, and throwing a little shade at our 20’s, to our relationship with ambition and how we define it for ourselves and not letting our work overtake our purpose.
To get into all of it we’ll be joined by our favorite earth sign, multi-hyphenated, and Go Off, Sis alum Keke (Keep A Job) Palmer to discuss her summer plans and if she’ll soon be adding award-winning chef to that list of accolades.
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A LOT has happened over this past year and your faves are BACK, spinning the block and here to talk about it ALL...just in time for summer.
We’re looking good, festival season is in full swing. We’re outside-outside (not a typo - we’re living) and we have a lot to get into in the first part of this two-part episode centered around gathering, in all its forms.
We’ll be clearing the air and addressing the changes we’ve seen here at R29 and Unbothered, the side effects of podcasting, addressing the DM’s, offering some career advice, and sharing how we really feel about 50/50.
To add to the chat we’ll be joined by the beautiful, versatile, candid, and electric UK media personality Madame Joyce to get into it all with us.
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For the first time ever the Basquiat family has opened the estate’s vault and given us the opportunity to see hundreds of never before seen works from the late great Jean-Michel Basquiat. Led by his sisters Jeanine Heriveaux and Lisane Basquiat, the Jean-Michel King Pleasure exhibit showcases rare and never before seen pieces by the late artist.
In a live, intimate conversation with Chelsea cohost of Go Off, Sis at The King Pleasure Exhibit in Los Angeles, Jeanine and Lisane open up about their decision to share more of Jean-Michel’s work, the legacy he left behind, their family and ancestry, and how they’ve carried the legacy forward in their own right as sisters, mothers, and entrepreneurial Black women.
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Close your eyes... let's throw it back to the OG salon - the days of hot combs, “hold your ear,” and your momma's attempt at your favorite styles that NEVER came out right. Now let's jump to the present…we now have products designed for our texture, “click-to-ship” lace fronts, ombre micro links, exotic bundles, and hefty deposits to book your favorite stylist. Whatever your style flavor, we can SAY we have evolved!
The Go Off, Sis crew is closing out this capsule season sharing hilarious, yet traumatic stories of Black hair salons and hair care. We asked YOU the Unbothered community for your hair trauma stories and you surely went off! From the first perm to the failures of your first DIY dye that you surely regret, WE HEARD YOU! And thank you so much for sharing your stories.
Our special guest is the multi-hyphenated singer, dancer, actress, director, and visionary Teyana Taylor. Teyana discusses all things new from the new Harlem, new projects, and her new role in the critically acclaimed movie, A Thousand and One.
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Pop Quiz: What is the one hairstyle that had Black women in a chokehold? Think about it! Ok, let's go down memory lane. The Go Off, Sis crew is throwing it back to their favorite styles, hair moments, and how they could never get that "hair bump" right! In this episode, we are talking about our personal relationship with our hair and the influence of pop culture, music, and icons that impact us. We are giving flowers to TV shows and cultural moments that deserve a "chef's kiss" for amazing hair design and calling out the shows that did Black characters dirty (you know who you are!).
Our special guest is the talented actress Novi Brown, best known as Sabrina on the BET comedy-drama series, Sistas. Novi is bringing BIG Scorpio energy while sharing life on set, the importance of African American hair, and how she learned to love her own hair.
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Dating + relationships + hair combined can be as complicated and stressful as securing Renaissance tickets. Today, we're going into taboo subjects surrounding romance and appearance. The Go Off, Sis crew is going IN and asking serious questions about Black women and hair:
And for more volume - Our special guest is the talented recording artist and actress, aka the new Hilary Banks, Coco Jones. Coco talks about her career, music, and how she'll never put limits on what's achievable in her life. Tune in!
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Hey Sis, WE'RE BACK!!! During this capsule edition of Go Off, Sis, presented by Dove, we are giving homage to the epicenter of Black hair. Today we're talking about the "BIG CHOP". The “Big Chop” has been a major expression for Black women that symbolizes release, expression, freedom, and discovery. So we think it's time to Cut It Off, Sis! Whether we’re cutting off hair, the toxic stigmas around our hair, or reliving the time that we had to cut it off (not by choice). To add more volume to the roundtable, we have a true beauty maven with a resume, longer than your favorite Cardi B lace front, celebrity hairstylist Lacy Redway. Lacy is redefining beauty standards and advocating for why there needs to be more Black creative talent on set and in the HMU trailer.
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Did you miss us?! Because we've certainly missed you! The Unbothered team is BACK for a special edition of Go Off, Sis. This (mini) capsule season will give homage to the epicenter of Black culture - the hair salon. Our salons have been more than a safe space for style and beauty but a sanctuary for confidence, therapy, hot topics, fellowship, and all the tea.
So hop in the chair and get ready because we're getting into everything. From protective styles to when are we pulling out the bonnet in front of a new BAE; DIY wins to the horror stories; The price of a good bundle to the moment that led you to a big chop. So schedule your weekly appointment for Thursdays, and don’t be late because we’re about to Go Off, Sis.
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Whether we’re adding the key ingredient to that secret family dish or being the key ingredient in our communities, Black women have the recipe! As we prepare to gather around the table this holiday season it’s time to talk about how we nurture ourselves and how our food nourishes our mind, body and soul. In this episode, we're also taking a look at some of the empty calories that do not contribute to our success. Because overall, we want the recipe to continue to serve us! To add more flavor and spices, we have special guest Tabitha Brown who will share her career, her fundamentals for success (and the kitchen), and how bringing joy to her community led her to her purpose.
Thanks for tuning in this season - we'll be back soon!
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With Summer ghosting us, Fall sending “you up?” texts and America doing America we ask ourselves: Is it time to slide? Black people across the globe are leaving urban areas and going rural and remote to find peace and balance: So should we? On this episode we’re packing bags and figuring out where do we want to live, is it safe for us there and what are our responsibilities to these countries and communities. We’ll also get a visit from our 8 figure sista, entrepreneur and travel expert Chidi Ashley. She’ll share tips for getting that visa, how to travel ethically and which country she’s not pulling up to anytime soon.
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We are back with part two of Invest in Thyself. We hope you made those deposits to grow your personal, platonic and romantic portfolios.
But today, let’s cue the 90’s soundtrack, "Let’s talk about Sex, Baby!" Black women, have been over-sexualized for decades, yet understanding pleasure and sexual exploration remains taboo. Today, we are pushing boundaries! We are having a healthy discussion around safety, kinks, partnership and communication.
We couldn’t just have one guest for this, we brought in a Unbothered Alum, Kourtney Pope of Don’t Yuck My Yummm. Then, to heat things up even more, we have the “Dr. Ruth Meets Rihanna,” Shan Broodram, sexologist and host of the Lover’s & Friends Podcast. Shan is answering listener questions, redefining healthy sex, and empowering people to be their own sex and relationships experts.
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Is it time to cash in!? Today, we are going to the bank, in a two-part series called Invest in ThySelf! As the season changes and the days become shorter, it is inevitable that we will hear the phrase CUFFING SEASON.
We are kicking off, part one of “Invest In Thyself,” discussing and rethinking how we invest in interpersonal and external connections. What are we doing before entering into romantic relationships? How do we invest in maintaining healthy relationships and are we shifting to prioritize friendships over romance as the cornerstone of our emotional support? Joining the Unbothered roundtable, we have actress and content creator, Joy Ofodu shaking the table as usual in a variety of voices and sharing her new web-series Hard Launch.
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Whether, it’s Serena with the left, Simone with the flip or Sha’Carri with the swift, Black women continue to put in the work within sports and the culture. Flowers are far overdue and the list continues to grow as Black women put in both mental and physical sweat, equity and labor within the sports industry. On this episode, we're shedding light on our women in sports and the problematic concerns around pay, player treatment and personal style despite their dedication to the craft. Our special guest is the passionate, smart and talented Nigerian-American WNBA Player of the LA Sparks and President of the WNBPA, Nneka Ogwumike. She shares her long career journey, how a “little” advocacy goes a long way and the effects of what happens when you give women space to use their voices in the sports industry.
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The Unbothered crew is shaking the table as we enter a new season. Some might call it The Season of Toxicity, some may call it The Summer of Scams, The Fall of the Finesse or A Season of Reparations. Whatever, you call it.....tis this season to live your best life, sis!
No matter what side of the table you are on - scams are always around us, and as we talk about finesse as a concept, why does it always look different for Black women? Is it wrong to get flewed out by your Fairy God Sugar Daddy? Should a man pay for all of your friends at a group dinner? Unfortunately, this is not a tutorial or the recipe, but surely entertaining! Our special guest, viral sensation, XXL Freshman Class of 2022, artist & songwriter, Kali brings all the tricks, treats and toxic chocolate! Kali shares how she got her start in the music industry, why tunnel vision is so important to her and how she is focused on a season of fun.
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There’s no arguing the fact that the #softlife is trending. Are you having a soft girl summer?
And, what are the ingredients for a soft life? Is it a bubble bath with herbal tea or a first-class trip to the Maldives? On this episode, we are defining the soft life. The Unbothered team will break down the stigma of Strong Black Women, and share how we can make more room for a life of tenderness, peace and freedom. But first, you know we have a few questions: how do Black women cultivate softness and vulnerability, and is anyone exempt from a soft life?
What are the conditions of a soft life within your career versus your romantic relationships? It’s time to Go Off! Step into your soft life era and tune in!
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Are you REALLY good, Sis??? We are back for part two of this Black wellness check series and we're going a little deeper this time. Today, we are having a conversation around self sabotage, self evaluation, and personal development. Because, sometimes we are the drama! The Unbothered crew discusses everything from toxic traits, how they show up in therapy and whose daddy might be straight from a Tyler Perry film. To add a lil extra sriracha to this roundtable we have viral sensation, influencer, poet - Khae Not Bae, who's known for her hilarious TikTok and Youtube perspectives. You do not want to miss this show!
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How are you?! No really, we think it’s time for a wellness check in. Being healthy is not easy and can be very confusing for Black women. The Unbothered crew kicks off a two-part wellness series, internal and external. We think it’s time to break down the industry, consider the ancient remedies, reevaluate our goals and share some unpopular opinions on health. We’ll dive into the tension between the two sides of wellness: Team Green Juice Detox Meditation vs. Team YOLO.
We'll then woosah our way into the most tranquil and third eye opening conversation with the iconic holistic health expert, wellness coach and best selling author, Queen Afua. She'll share her insight in detox, breaking traumas, nutrition and healing. Grab some herbal tea and tune in!
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As we roll into the summer, we have a real question....What are we going to do with our hair?!? From afros, knotless braids, wigs, butterfly locs, 36" bundles scrubbing the ground, we have some options. However, Black women have had an interesting relationship with our hair. Today we are going to talk about everything from our personal relationship with hair, a pandemic length check, to the red flags when booking a stylist and more! Our special guest to pull up to this discussion is the one and only Shelby Swain, who is synonymous with art and hair couture. As a celebrity hairstylist, performing artist and the “Beyonce’' of Baby Hair, Shelby shares her own personal hair history, career and how “talking to your hair” just might give it some crop!
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Sun’s out…..fIll in the rest! Whether you’re on a vacation, getting flown out, festival hopping or rooftop brunching - you deserve to enjoy YOUR summer, and what better way to enjoy the vibes than music. We are talking about summa tings from outside festivities, festival culture, soundtracks that do not need pop artist on the remix, the artist we love and the influence of music. And yes, we are still keeping the unpopular opinion energy this season. To keep the “mani pedi” frequencies flowing, we have special guest rapper, singer-songwriter, and producer, Baby Tate. We go on the journey of her career, new music, body acceptance, social media and grabbing the megaphone to Go Off. Also, she has given us the cheat code to our Atlanta trip for the Glow Up!
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We are back with new episodes! It’s officially spring and Black girls are blooming! As we water our minds, plant those seeds, grow our bank accounts and sow for the future let's first take a moment to air a few things out. We’re defining and sharing our opinions, redefining the rules of what’s likable, what’s on trend, and who gets to decide all of it. What are those off the record thoughts that we really think should be on the mic?
To add more sunshine and nutrients to this conversation we're joined by our special guest, actress and transgender rights advocate, Angelica Ross. She is dropping gems on timing, spiritual practice, the art of reaction and her career. You do not want to miss this energy! Tune in and Go Off Sis.
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We are BACK..... again with season five (Part 2) of the award-winning, Go Off Sis. Question: are we outside or nah!? Either way, prepare for landing because we are unpacking it all. We’re back in your ears, on your screens, and even in person, LIVE. We're talking about all the things we care about today as Black women and we’re grabbing the megaphone and sharing our unpopular opinions that maybe shouldn’t be so unpopular. Get ready y'all because we’re opening up the conversation, and we KNOW y’all got some of your own opinions too. So make sure you tune in bi-weekly, Thursdays to hear us Go Off, Sis!
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It's our winter finale episode, and we're closing out this season on a real note. In this conversation, we dive into some deep territory, talking about family planning, dealing with that other F word (fertility), and WHY doctors still don’t believe Black women when we say we’re in pain. We're all in different places in our own journeys and so we're asking – is motherhood for us? Has this everlasting Panda Express changed our views on parenting or shifted the way we thought about how our own parents did it? And if we do decide to build a family, who do we trust to do it with? With our special guest this week, fibroids & infertility survivor turned Nutritionist, Coach Gessie, we navigate the sometimes confusing, often overwhelming questions that come when talking about our reproductive health and she tells us why we should always listen to your B.A.E. – no, not that one! B.A.E: Bodies, Advocates and Experts. Tune in for an end-of-season word and don't forget to rate us 5 stars and subscribe so y'all know when to catch us when we're back!
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And just like that, it's 2022! As we set intentions, resolutions, and healthy eating habits let's talk BODY- ODY- ODY. From who gets to talk about Black women's bodies, body dysmorphia, and modification with the BBL boom, to why the scale is shadier than a Drake interlude.
To add more heat to the conversation and take the vibrations even higher, we have the incredibly talented and funny Tiffany Haddish. Tiffany is READY, we repeat......READDDYYYYY. Tiffany shares the true definition of ownership of mind, body, and soul as she embarks on a new initiative to enrich OUR community and continues making an impact through her She Ready Foundation. Tiffany also shares with us how she gives herself grace, exciting new projects, why we all need to be farming, and where all the good men are hiding.
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Alright y’all, we made it! As we enter 2022 - striving to stay healthy, create vision boards, or just keep it together, we got a quick question: we know this year may have bent our spirits, but did we break the bank this year too?? That’s right, let's talk about MONEY. From student loans to reparations, we got a lot to go off about, so let’s level up those resolutions with a deep conversation around how we handle money, our relationship with it and building financial freedom for the future. Then, we asked a true money boss, Lauren Simmons, AKA the youngest female trader and only the second Black trader on the New York Stock Exchange, to join the roundtable and help us navigate conversations around money and share her tips to kick-start our financial goals. Hint: You’re gonna need a pen and a paper, 30 days, and maybe a lock on that debit card.
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It's officially the holiday season! As we gear up for food, fellowship and family this year, let’s check-in real quick. What will festivities look like this year? How are we feeling about this holiday season? Are we buying gifts or nah?
On the roundtable this week, we have our Unbothered Creative Advisor, THEE award-winning actress, television personality and singer (there is nothing she can't do) - Keke Palmer. The Go Off, Sis crew shares some of their "favorite tings" (not "things," because Aunty O does not play). We listened to your questions and shared some holiday advice, but also tune in to guess the Palmer family mac and cheese recipe.
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Let's face it, Black women own pop culture, and reality TV. And for Black women on reality TV, we ask "what is the physical and mental cost to be the boss?" As more Black women ascend to reality TV stardom, let’s have a conversation about the perception of us on screen, the stigmas attached, who deserves their flowers and who needs a bigger check. To add to the discussion, we have a very special guest that you do NOT want to miss! Yes, your favorite Georgia Peach - entrepreneur, personality and BFF (in your head) and now author, Porsha Williams. We discuss her journey on the Real Housewives of Atlanta and she shares an authentic lens of who she is today through her new book, The Pursuit of Porsha.
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It's no secret that Black women are doing the damn thing in music, PERIOD. We are in a time where your daily playlist might include Megan Thee Stallion, Saweetie, H.E.R., Jazmine Sullivan, Chloe Bailey, Baby Tate, Normani and Flo Milli to name a few. As we close the gap within an industry that has been hard to navigate for us, we are taking ownership and diversifying the bag. The rise of Black women has also played a vital role in providing us with beautiful soundtracks of authentic stories that hold us together. But we also have a few questions: are they getting the proper credit, who deserves their flowers NOW and who signed off on Whitney Houston's hologram, because we know it wasn't her.
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Black Twitter...That’s the whole tweet. In this episode, we're diving into social media, accountability, and why cancel culture just isn't giving what it's supposed to give. How do we make sure Black creators are getting credit for their work AND hold others accountable for their words at the same time? Hear us out on this one because we're done with the notes app apologies and looking for real action within the community – even if it includes a lil healthy bullying. We add extra heat to the Unbothered roundtable with the witty and wonderful Sasheer Zamata from ABC's, Home Economics and Hulu's Woke. She gives us a lesson on accountability culture, the role of comedians today, and tells us why she doesn't follow anyone on social media. Not even Beyonce.
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Hold up a minute, y'all thought we were finished!? We are back with part two of our Relationship Gold series, and the gems are reloading, so take a listen to part one to make sure you're ready for this round. In this episode, we bring you another conversation on relationships – this time we're talking about building and sustaining them, as we consider if and why marriage and monogamy are still important to us. Do we still need it? How do we navigate it? Will we be the breadwinners as Black women and WHY are we even trying to win in a relationship in the first place?? Then we dig in with the hilarious and uber talented Niecy Nash, who answers all of these questions and more, reflects on being her own best advocate in front of and behind the camera, AND shares why her marriage with Jessica Betts is the first time she's ever felt fully and completely seen.
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It’s officially cuffing season! We’ve all heard of #relationshipgoals, but today we are talking about Relationship GOLD. Yes, gems, nuggets, diamonds! In part one of this two part episode mining session, it’s time to discuss the nuggets we need to navigate the dating space. And we asked our fave dating digital content creator and mastermind Joy Ofodu to pull up to the roundtable on this one to break it down with us. Who are the people we trust for relationship advice (and don’t!), and what exactly are our deal breakers? What does a healthy cuffing season look like and how can we normalize those green flags as Black women when we’re often only handed red ones. And really, don’t we all just deserve to be fed mangos in the sun on picnic dates? Tune in and be prepared to take notes. Spoiler alert, this episodes "Don't @ Me" will leave you with the feeling of hope.
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Ayyyeeee…Where the party at?! Whether it's the first pure joy of the first 30 seconds of the Swag Surf, HBCU homecomings, the family bbq or a kick-back, we can make any gathering a joyous occasion. In this custom episode presented by Target, we’ll dig into the sacred space that is the Black party, various social settings, and why we all have that friend who NEEDS to request songs in the DJ booth.
We’ll also have a chat with the immensely talented comedian and writer Yvonne Orji. Yvonne shares her party persona, career journey and new book Bamboozled by Jesus. We'll also get in our feelings bag as she talks the emotions of being Molly and her final scene in HBO's Insecure.
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We can never deny that the style, swag, and extra seasoning we bring elevates everything we do to luxury status. In this episode, we're breaking down the concept of luxury and what it means for us. Our dollars have power and our style transcends the culture, yet we still lack the equity we deserve in the luxury industry. How is it that “Black Luxury” is still undefined and why doesn’t luxury seem to love us back?? And really – what does luxury even mean: is it logos from head to toe, a trip to the Maldives, or just some time with the crew, ourselves, and our favorite Black-owned products. Let's discuss. Then, we have a chat with fashion icon and boss, Elaine Welteroth, who gives us her stance on fashion, Black luxury, shifting priorities, and the best wheels for auntie season.
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We are back, kicking off season 5 with your favorite R29 Unbothered crew. The whole Fab 5 lineup is here and ready to talk after a summer full of questions – and we need answers. As we head back to work, school, and well, reality, we're talking about a reboot. We are pressing the restart button on our lives this fall, and getting real about what exactly we're doing. But what does reality mean now? What lessons have we learned and unlearned? How are we moving forward as individuals and as a community? From summer expectations in love, life, work, and friendship to why we don't have more men crying in the rain for us, we're heading into this new season with clear boundaries, love for each other, and a little something called discernment. So, let's reboot the timeline!
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WE ARE BACK….. with season five of the award-winning Go Off, Sis podcast from Refinery29’s Unbothered. Got your luggage with you? This season we're unpacking and embracing the present and moving forward how we see fit, with that unwavering spirit that only Black women possess.
This season we’re doing a full reboot. From who gets access to us, to claiming what we’re owed and showing true love for ourselves, mind and body. We’re diving into Black twitter, Black luxury, Black sweat, Black excellence and what that means for us. We’ll also figure out our new money moves because that sea moss biz didn’t work out like we planned.
So make sure you tune in bi-weekly to hear us Go Off, Sis!
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This is not a mirage sis, WE ARE BACK for an extra special bonus episode that’s full of all the old school feels! The OG Go Off, Sis fam is back together and we’re talking about everything that’s at the intersection of now and memory lane. We’re diving into the '90s trends that deserve a revisit, from the fashion and culture, to a real conversation about how Black women were portrayed in our fave films and R&B songs. From Waiting to Exhale, to Jodeci and SWV, we talk things we love, the toxic themes we’re leaving behind, and why even our old school faves could have used therapy. Then, we sit down with forever icon and stylist Misa Hylton who tells us about her start in fashion, how she demanded respect in the Wild West of '90s hip hop, and why she’s the best HR manager we’ve ever met.
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There is so much going on in the world and most of the time, life is just NOT funny and can be heavy, especially for us. We see the passing of icons, continued police brutality against young Black women and men, and there's still a pandemic. Laughter has been our medicine! Today, we're talking Black comedy, belly laughs and how we push through the pain. We also dive into the joy of Group Therapy aka the Group Chat.
And as we close out the season, we're letting you yes, you - GO OFF SIS! We listened to your messages, rants, glow-ups, and “tell em why you mad” audio and shared our faves! Lala Milan, our favorite funny girl to follow, joins the roundtable to give her *on point* advice for our audience, share her Private Investigator super skills, and tell us why she's never going back to corporate America.
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Ok, not really! It is Spring, but Mercury is in another retrograde or micro braid or even the 90’s flat-twist with the thick black gel. Remember!? However, Spring is also a great time for personal housekeeping, so we're pushing through and cleansing our mental, physical, and emotional palettes. We're talking about taking big leaps asking how are we restoring, reinventing, and spiritually recalibrating this season? Then, we chat with the youngest boss in the game, Executive Producer and Actress Marsai Martin for a conversation on those BIG leaps. We take a deep dive into her career, her #NoBlackPain project rule, taking a break, and that Big Leo Energy!
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Black women are THEE trendsetters and always have been, so we're talking all things fashion and giving flowers to our fashionable selves! The trends we loved, the ones we hope never make a comeback, and the history of Black expression and cultural appropriation. But real talk, what's in your closet? This episode, we're asking ourselves: do we even need more clothes, are there really ‘Stimi-check” sales, can we be more sustainable, and why exactly does Black luxury feel like such a foreign concept? Then we sit down with powerhouse Fashion Stylist, Ade Samuel, who answers our burning questions on her career, how to build an ecosystem of Black creatives in the fashion industry, and styling on a budget. Sidebar: she has adorned and dressed our imaginary ex-boyfriends Michael B. Jordan AND Kofi Siriboe! Faint.
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This past year, you’ve dreamed of sun-soaked beaches and getting flewed out. You’ve spent months planning that post-panini trip, and gave side eyes to everyone who headed to the airport, because look, so did WE. So, this episode, we’re talking travel, because even though we’re not going anywhere just *yet*, we can dream.
From our earliest memories of hitting the open road to our current fears, and anxiety surrounding it, we’re breaking down the specific experience of traveling as a Black woman. We’ll also be chatting with Digital Creator and travel aficionado Jessica Franklin to talk about the places where we’re celebrated, the best international pick up lines she’s curved, and why she needs a two weeks notice if the next destination has water.
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Turn left, now turn right….do you like your home? If we’ve learned anything over this past year it’s that our homes – and feeling at home – can play a major part in our overall happiness. In this custom episode, we’re not bringing the receipts, but we’re reading them very closely to figure out why home is so important to us, many first and second-generation families, and our community, but we still don’t know how to even go about buying one. We’re also talking to Robin and Andréa of The McBride Wine Collection, two sisters who found home within each other, before becoming the largest Black-owned wine company EVER, and showing that Black Girl Magic isn’t just a catchy phrase, but also an international best selling business.
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What is Black love? In this episode, we're breaking it all the way down, from our Black couple goals to how vulnerability and sexuality play into what it’s like to love and be loved. We open up about dating as a Black woman, the love lessons from our parents, and what makes a good relationship work. Then, we get into it with the one and only Meagan Good, who's spent much of her career telling Black love stories, and has so many stories of her own she's now ready to tell. She shares some gems about being a woman of faith in Hollywood, getting over people not loving your energy, and how she came back to herself after a skin-lightening experience that changed her life.
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A year into this pon de’ replay we’re examining self-love and how we’re taking care of our own needs even if it seems…selfish. Our sisters share the ways they are good to themselves but how it can get challenging thanks to forces like social media. In talking with the self-love queen herself, Jill Scott shares the favorite parts of herself and the simple practices she uses to love upon mind and body. And like a true big sis, she’s giving us the advice she’d give her 15-year-old self while schooling us on why it’s important we take our time when it comes to love.
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We’re kicking off season four with some THOUGHTS! We’re back and getting real about what we’ve learned and loved in 2020, along with what we’re looking for from each other and ourselves in this new year. Between people policing our culture and our bodies, we’re asking...who’s really protecting Black women? And why is the answer always...US? We also sit down with activist, educator, and all-around sister, Brittany Packnett Cunningham, to talk about love in the time of activism, what intersectional freedom means, and the power of ‘radical discernment’ for Black women in this panini press of a mess.
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And…we’re back! With season four of the award-winning Go Off Sis podcast from Refinery29’s Unbothered. We are leaving 2020 in the dust and stepping into 2021 celebrating our Black queens, championing and challenging our culture…but most importantly, giving Black women the flowers we deserve. As we’re waiting for outside to open back, we’re pulling back up to the table and bringing some friends along with us to talk about the demands we have for ourselves a full year into this panini, what Black love looks like and self-investment; the ways we can contribute to our happiness. Tune in weekly to hear us….Go Off, Sis!
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We're closing the season on a spicy note, and getting real about the HBCU hookup this episode. Whether you’re looking for a job, a best friend, or a boo for cuffing season, the tight knit community has a way of hooking up our people for life. We dive into the differences in hookup culture at school, building that connect post-college, and the power of the HBCU bat signal. And this time, we get a little help from our special guest – the newest Black superhero, TV's first-ever Black Batwoman and Hampton grad Javicia Leslie.
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America has taken our vote and run with it without ever fully acknowledging us but this year we’re not only demanding to be seen but we’re on the ballot. As we continue our fight for equity and a seat at the table we have a real conversation about our role as community leaders, our consistent instinct to be activist and allies for ALL and a chat with Yandy Smith-Harris about being on the front lines and what she wants to see happen if her Howard classmate is elected.
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In this custom episode, we're celebrating Homecoming and talking our favorite characters, cultural moments, and icons from the world of HBCUs. We're doing roll call and reviewing the credits – from Drumline and Stomp the Yard to Beychella and Hillman. Then, we roll out the red carpet for original Hillman grad herself Cree Summer for one of our best conversations EVER on being a legend as Freddie Brooks, voicing a generation, and why Susie Carmichael most definitely ended up at an HBCU.
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While sports are vital to most college experiences, HBCUs generally put the actual game at the bottom of the Homecoming list. But, as more of our top athletes commit to Black colleges and Universities and social justice conversations play out on and off the court, it's time to dive into the link between sports culture and Black culture today. We’re talking about what it means to be Black in sports, why Black women seem to be left behind even though we are always first, and how we set ourselves up for success after the stadium lights turn down.
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As Black women, the pledge that we make to each other is a lifelong bond. Our sisterhood in action is witnessed by taking care of each other and nowhere is that more prevalent than in OUR sororities. In this episode we’ll chat about the definition of sisterhood at HBCUs, the misconceptions we had of Black girls in White sororities, and how a legacy driven mindset can empower you. We’ll also chat with the woman that showed us every aspect of what being a Girlfriend looks like, the one and only Mara Brock Akil.
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Go Off, Sis is BACK with a special double header season 3 premiere – and this time, we set up our very own #Verzuz: HBCUs vs. PWIs.
Our friends Sylvia and Scottie of Okay Now Listen podcast, joined us for a crossover roundtable to talk being beautifully Black at an HBCU, and why some of us barely made it out of our PWIs. AND then, Logan Browning stops by to talk on–and off–screen PWI life and creating new stories through the lens of Black disability.
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And just like that.......We're Back! Welcome to season three of the Go Off, Sis podcast from Refinery29's Unbothered. Fall is here and with that so is our favorite part of it..Homecoming season. We're celebrating all things HBCU, gathering some amazing guests for the culture, and even creating our own sorority for the Unbothered U sisterhood. Tune in weekly to hear us Go Off, Sis.
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In this special bonus episode, we're reading off Black women's resume and demanding the credit we deserve for keeping ourselves (AND everyone around us) together. Black women are essential to this world, but are we really treating ourselves like we are? It’s time for an honest talk about setting boundaries, the self-talk myths that keep us up at night, and why rest is so damn complicated. We also check in with Antebellum actress Kiersey Clemons for an *essential* conversation about preserving our peace, giving up privacy for queer representation, and why we need more Black girls on the golf course.
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Whether we're linking up, social distancing, or just trying to stay sane, summer 2020 is still going to be a season! This episode we're giving you the summer guide on how to live your best life from the inside out. We're talking everything from staying safe in the sun and natural hair care to our summer playlist and who's on the grill at the cookout.
We also check in with our summer sister Keke Palmer, who gives us a lesson on keeping that same energy. She stops by to tell us all about how she's communing, creating, and challenging herself this year – from new music and comedy to stunting on the gram in a new wig every week.
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In this episode, we're taking on the A word: Allyship.
As we face a reckoning within and around the Black community, we're linking up for a special "just family" conversation to talk allyship and what it means to us as Black women in media today. From celebrating our collective power to sharing the real frustration we feel when people get it wrong, we talk performance vs. action, the pros and cons of White friends and partners, and try to figure out why everyone suddenly wants to call us BIPOC.
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In this week's episode, we're asking ourselves: Can the Black legacy be multifaceted? And who exactly gets to decide?
We're joined by Insecure star and self-described 'truth teller' Amanda Seales to talk about the complications of Black excellence, who's allowed to win, and what happens when one of us stumbles. So pick your players, because we're taking on our biggest icons, caping for our messiest problematic faves, and debating who's *really* for the culture.
This episode was recorded May 22, 2020
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In observance of the recent tragedies in the Black communities, and in solidarity with the voices who need to be most heard right now, this episode is simply a word.
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In this week's episode, we're talking straight money, no chaser. Whether you're flexing on the gram or saving up this summer, It's time we have an honest conversation about money, being a boss, and all that comes with it in today's reality. From Black women breadwinners and salary negotiations, to why our parents never talked to us about 401k or joint checking accounts, we delve into the culturally complicated dynamics of getting that paper. We're also joined by the ultimate boss, Golden-Globe winning actress Tracee Ellis Ross, who gives us a sermon on knowing your worth, conquering her imposter syndrome, and winning for ALL of us.
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It's time to light that sage and break out the energy crystals. In this episode, we're discussing spirituality, self-care, and all the things that are keeping us sane right now. As millennial black women find new paths of self-discovery today, we're talking about keeping the faith – in ourselves and each other. We also pull up a seat at the table for the unmatched multi-hyphenate actress/singer/activist Janelle Monáe, who gives us a word on moving with grace, gratefulness, and a style game that we can all worship
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In this season 2 kickoff, your faves are back and ready to start the season with some real talk about that 'rona. Talking everything from WFH life and social distancing to the widespread effect on our communities around the world, we’re bringing you the quarantine content you want, from the sis you need right now. We also do a wellness check with the OG sis - actress, producer and entrepreneur Tia Mowry, who gives us a whole word on being present, vulnerable, and most of all, real right now.
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We're Back! Welcome to season two of the Go Off, Sis podcast from Refinery29's Unbothered. This season, we're bringing new names, new gains, and a few new surprise guests, but don't worry – we're still the home for Black women's voices to be heard and shared, together. Tune in every Thursday to hear us Go Off, Sis.
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We're doing something a little different in this episode. Danielle speaks to Breann Davis and Nadirah Mutala of the new specialty haircare line My Black is Beautiful about how the line was started, why buying black matters, and how "My Black is Beautiful" isn't just the name of the product line, but an affirmation.
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In this week’s episode, Danielle and the Unbothered team delve into homophobia in the Black community. From hip hop’s effect on transphobia, to the attitudes of older generations, to an incredible conversation with trans activist and plus-size model Jari Jones — the ladies explore what they can do to support their LGBTQIA sisters and brothers.
Hosts: Danielle Cadet @dbcadet, Laurise McMillian @Lauriseirl, Channing Hargrove @Chan_inthecity, Raven Baker @Theglogoddess
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Danielle and the team get real about their trauma in this episode, confronting hard truths and how to heal from them. The ladies explore everything from generational trauma, to coping mechanisms and Danielle has a therapeutic conversation with queer sex and racial justice educator Ericka Hart.
Hosts: Danielle Cadet @dbcadet, Laurise McMillian @Lauriseirl, Channing Hargrove @Chan_inthecity, Raven Baker @Theglogoddess
Instagram: @R29Unbothered
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This episode is all about friendships: the kinds of friends we are and the kind of friends we need. What makes a lifetime friend, and what’s enough to end a friendship? Danielle even chats with everyone’s best friend in their head, actress La La Anthony.
Hosts: Danielle Cadet @dbcadet, Laurise McMillian @Lauriseirl, Channing Hargrove @Chan_inthecity, Raven Baker @Theglogoddess
Instagram: @R29Unbothered
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In this episode, the ladies get into the challenges of being a Black woman in white workspaces.
From navigating imposter syndrome and email etiquette to being a Black fashion journalist and finding a mentor, listen as Danielle and the Unbothered team discuss it all.
Hosts: Danielle Cadet @dbcadet, Laurise McMillian @Lauriseirl, Channing Hargrove @Chan_inthecity, Raven Baker @Theglogoddess
Instagram: @R29Unbothered
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In this kick-off episode, Danielle and the Unbothered team break down Hot Girl Summer.
Who can have one? Is there an age limit? Are brands trying to cash in on it? Follow along as they unpack all of these questions.
Hosts: Danielle Cadet @dbcadet, Laurise McMillian @Lauriseirl, Channing Hargrove @Chan_inthecity, Raven Baker @Theglogoddess
Instagram: @R29Unbothered
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