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The Diverse Beauty of Life and Motherhood with Dr. Lisa Williams Apr 18, 2022

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This week we’re joined by the amazing Dr. Lisa Williams, Founder and CEO of The World of Entertainment, Publishing and Inspiration, home to beloved global brands like The Fresh Dolls, and we’re sharing the suga on loving the skin you’re in, going after your dreams and keeping life fresh.

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Embracing Motherhood After 50 With Richelle Carey Apr 11, 2022

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Our guest this week Richelle Carey was featured in the latest print edition of Essence celebrating her journey to motherhood. After years of waiting for the perfect partner and an unsuccessful round of IVF she became a mother last year through adoption. In Richelle’s own words “If you had told me that at 50 years old I’d be a single Mom living in my parents guest house I would think I’d screwed up my life... But actually everything turned out perfectly"

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Taking Charge of Your Destiny with Lenise Williams Apr 04, 2022

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This week we are joined by Lenise Williams, an attorney, serial entrepreneur, and mom of two amazing boys. She consults with start-ups, creates viable business models and is the founder of Made Leather Company, a luxury brand that imports quality handmade leather products from Morocco. She is passionate about entrepreneurship and continuously sets out to educate many, especially mothers, on the importance of finding independence through entrepreneurship.

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Easing Into Motherhood with Kelly McCreary Feb 07, 2022

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This week we are joined by Kelly McCreary, who stars on Grey’s Anatomy as Dr. Maggie Pierce. Last year, Kelly gave birth to her first child with her husband, director Pete Chatmon (whom, btw, she met on the set of Grey's Anatomy)!

We are so happy to have Kelly on the show to talk about her thoughts on family planning, finding the right healthcare providers, and most importantly, how we can ease into being a new mom.

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A Mental Health Check-in with Dr. Chanté DeLoach Jan 31, 2022

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This week, we're doing a little mental health check-in with Dr. Chanté D. DeLoach, a licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. DeLoach, or "Dr. D" as she is affectionately known, is the founder and executive director of Luminesce Psychological Services, where she works to help individuals, couples, and families create healthier, more meaningful relationships.

Tune in as we talk about how we can maintain happy and healthy relationships with our children, our loved ones—and most importantly—ourselves. Dr. D also shares some sample scripts we can use to check our kids’ mental health, along with some sage words to help us get through tough times.

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The Reality of Working Moms with Christine Michel Carter Jan 24, 2022

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In this week’s episode, we talk to Christine Michel Carter, a global advocate and expert on issues impacting working moms everywhere. Her writing and commentary has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post and Forbes. Christine has also worked with the Congressional Caucus on Black Women & Girls, the U.S. Department of Labor, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.

Last but not least, Christine is also the author of the bestselling children’s book, Can Mommy Go To Work? as well as the adult novel, MOM AF. Tune in as we dive into all things child care, remote work, and how mothers can advocate for the life they want.

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Our Favorite Words of Wisdom from The Suga Jan 17, 2022

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We have a special episode today! If you ever wanted to soak up a boatload of wisdom from some incredible women—all in less than hour—THIS is your episode!

This week, Tika and Thai listen back and react to their favorite moments from past guest interviews on The Suga. We often hear just how much you appreciate hearing the wonderful stories and wisdom shared by our guests.So, we decided to compile a special episode with a few favorites!

Be sure to check out the complete episodes for each guest to hear even more incredible stories from some truly remarkable women.

[Interviews Sampled In This Episode:]

1) Honoring Your Heart's Desire with Mara Brock Akil

2) Finding Your Flow with Cassie Ventura Fine

3) Preventing Mommy Burnout with Devi Brown

4) Living By Your Own Rules with Tamron Hall

5) Legislating a Brighter Future with Rep. Cori Bush

6) Embracing Pleasure, Joy, and Ease with Ev’Yan Whitney

7) Creating a Vibe In Your Home with Justina Blakeney

8) Living Authentically with Tasha Smith

9) Working Out Your Spiritual Purpose with Angela Manuel Davis

10) Go About Your Business with Tabitha Brown

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Preserving Your Peace with Shelah Marie Jan 10, 2022

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This week we are joined by Shelah Marie of Love & Hip hop Miami. Shelah is a wellness influencer and founder of Curvy, Curly, Conscious, a sisterhood and collective that promotes self-care, self-love and self-empowerment for Black women. Shelah is also the author of Positive You: A Personal Growth Journal for Women.

In this episode, we talk to Shelah about how her upbringing as the only Black person in her household influenced her journey into wellness, why she is unapologetic about making space for Black women and how she kept herself grounded while filming a reality TV show.

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Legislating a Brighter Future with Rep. Cori Bush Jan 03, 2022

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It’s not every day a member of Congress joins us on the pod, but that’s exactly what we have in store for this week’s episode! Join us as we chat with the remarkable and inspiring Congresswoman Cori Bush from the wonderful state of Missouri.

Congresswoman Cori Bush is a registered nurse, community activist, organizer, single mother, and ordained pastor for the people of St. Louis. She is currently serving her first term as the representative of Missouri’s 1st Congressional District in the United States House of Representatives.

In our conversation, we talk about the congresswoman's journey from activist to legislator, how she’s adapted family life while working on the Hill and, how the U.S. can better maternal healthcare for Black moms. Last but not least, she shares what gives her hope as we build a brighter future for us all.

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