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E59. Black Women, Sex & The Lies Our Mothers Told Us w/ Dr. Hareder McDowell (REVIEW)

Release Date: 12/28/2020

Chemicals in Cosmetics: Understanding the Risks

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We're delving into a crucial topic: toxic chemicals in the products we use to enhance our beauty. In this episode, we discuss: What are some toxic chemicals in cosmetics? Understanding the Link between Toxic Chemicals and Health Conditions Reducing Exposure to Toxic Chemicals Thank you for tuning in! We hope this episode has empowered you to make informed choices about your beauty products. This episode was made in partnership with the

70. Take a walk with me down memory lane and to our next chapter

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69. THOT Things: History of the Hoe, Pleasure Activist, and Controlling Black Women’s Bodies

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In honor of Megan Thee Stallion's THOT Shit release, we talk about hoe shit, the history of being considered a hoe, the politics of body autonomy, and the practice of pleasure activism. We get into the origin of the word, the work of pleasure activists, the history of control over black women's bodies, and how to ways to pursue personal liberation. In the episode, we talk Drs. Clarissa 'Serenity' Francis Ashley Townes Jasmine Abrams Zelaika Hepworth Clarke Connect with them: Clarissa 'Serenity' Francis, PhD, CSE Black Sexual Liberation Scholar Instagram: Ashley Townes, PhD...

68. Single in Science: The stories of singleness are not monolithic

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The narrative about being single is often seen as monolithic. Every single person is expected to want a relationship. There are stereotypes about educated Black women and their desires. In this episode, we two Black women share their story. In this episode we discuss: Family and friends putting pressure on single women to find partners Women's desire to be married or single long term Priorities when pursuing one's profession and dating. More About Beverly Hutcherson As a Biologist, Beverly seeks to apply her knowledge in efforts that bridge that gap between the...

67. How to Attract and Retain Black Women in the Teaching Profession with Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson

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As we continue our conversation after Teacher Appreciation week and celebrate Mental Health Aware Month this May we discuss recruiting and retention in the teaching profession with Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson who dives into the topic of teacher's mental health and how to create better spaces for teachers. Dr. Valerie Hill-Jackson received her Interdisciplinary Doctorate in Educational Leadership degree, summa cum laude, in 2003 from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She joined the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Culture at Texas A&M University in September 2004...

66. Faculty Perceptions of Persistence Among African American Students Enrolled in Distance Education Courses at Community Colleges w/ Dr. Arianna Stokes

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We are revisited by the wonder of the show. She educates us on her dissertation titled "Faculty Perceptions of Persistence Among African American Students Enrolled in Distance Education Courses at Community Colleges" and much more. In this episode, we discuss Challenges faced by online learners Disparities in distant learning The benefits of community college More about Dr. Arianna Stokes Dr. Arianna C. Stokes is a two-time graduate of Jackson State University, where she received a B.S in History Education and a Ph.D. in Urban Higher Education. She...

65. Do vaccines work after virus mutation? w/ Virologist Natasha Duggan

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With all the talk and skepticism about vaccines, it is a great time to take a sit back and evaluate the science of vaccines. Today, we have the pleasure of learning from Natasha Duggan. Natasha is a virologist whose work is centered around understanding antibodies for potential HIV treatment. In this episode, we discuss: -Why vaccines work after virus mutation -The clinical trial process and how the COVID-19 vaccine was rolled out -The types of vaccines, their structures, and how they are studied More about Natasha Natasha was born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and immigrated to The United States...

64. Forensic Science Professor and Science Education PhD Student w/ Professor Kelly Knight

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Professor Kelly Knight is a mother, wife, professor, Ph.D. student, and sarcoma survivor who researches how to improve the middle school to STEM career pipeline for girls of color. Right after being accepted to a Ph.D. program, she was diagnosed with sarcoma. staying busy helped her keep life going as normal. She speaks to surviving sarcoma during the COVID-19 pandemic and the support she got from her institution. In this episode, we discuss: Branding yourself on social media as a successful Black woman in STEM Choosing the appropriate teaching platform during the pandemic The pros of...

63. Settling for less in romantic relationships out of fear of being single

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Let's start a conversation. Let’s talk about settling for less out of fear of being single. Dr. Stephanie S. Spielmann explores the dynamics of romantic relationships. One topic that she has probed is the idea of settling for less out of fear of being single. In this episode, we discuss: The idea of losing oneself in a relationship and dealing with behaviors that cross your boundaries The way that family reacts to a divorce and people viewing singleness as a plague or contagious What limits our abilities to exist as ourselves in romantic relationships. ...

62. Well Paid Women are Less Satisfied in Relationships w/ Dr. Dominique Barnes-Walker

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In today’s conversation with Dr. Dominique Barnes-Walker, we discuss the impact of the Strong Black Woman Archetype on romantic relationships. The Strong Black Woman Archetype is a culturally relevant term to describe Black woman's perceived roles, expectations, and experiences. In addition, we discuss how one’s income correlates with relationship satisfaction. An interesting finding is that endorsing the Strong Black Woman Archetype limits one’s ability to heal and impacts mental and physical health. In this episode we discuss: The characteristics of the...

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Dr. Hareder McDowell is a dedicated and passionate woman who has researched, worked, and served communities, corporations, and the educational arena’s to ensure that African-American female sexual empowerment and education remains at the forefront of all industries to ensure sexual equality, health, and safety.

Dr. McDowell serves as an adjunct professor of Human Sexuality for National-Louis University, public speaker, and civil servant within the Chicago land area. Her non-profit organization P.R.E.T.T.Y. INC. continues to serve as the only partner of Chicago Public Schools, whose baseline curriculum is specific to sexuality and sexual communication among girls and women of color.

With the intense sexual harassment climate in the United States and abroad Dr. McDowell continues to serve as a consultant, speaker, and counselor to ensure that corporations, small businesses, organizations, and outreach companies alike are aware of what sexual harassment, looks and sounds like; to begin to change the culture that has led to many of the misfortunes in the workplace and beyond.

As a community psychologist, Hareder is clear that research must continue to ensure that the under served and underrepresented will continue to be heard, and serviced. Dr. McDowell believes that sexual freedom and sexual communication in all families and communities serve as a preventative method to many of the ill’s, abuses, mental and physical diseases affecting many of us.

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