Blacktivities

Shannon Chatmon, Talisa Hale, and Karen Roberts

2 Creators

Blacktivities connects black America’s past to the present with the perfect balance of silly meets serious while engaging in thought-provoking and sometimes nostalgic conversations for the culture. Shannon, Lisa, and Karen prove that the black female is not a monolith as they offer their perspectives on living while black in America.

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Top 10 Blacktivities Episodes

Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Blacktivities episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Blacktivities for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Blacktivities episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Black Love is Love

Blacktivities

02/16/23 • 29 min

What is black love all about? How has that looked throughout generations and historically in tv and film? Shannon and Lisa discuss these questions and more.

Black Love is Love

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

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Black Men & Emotions

Blacktivities

03/09/23 • 45 min

Black men's mental health is a topic that is often overlooked, and there are many layers behind how black men deal with their emotions. Do all men struggle with emotion, or do black men have it harder? What do black women need to know about black men's emotions? Shannon and Lisa discuss this and more on episode 5.

Black Men & Emotions

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

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3 Listeners

Are You Black Enough?

Blacktivities

02/09/23 • 33 min

Has your blackness ever been challenged? In the past, there were tests like the brown paper bag, comb, and ruler tests to determine blackness. Today, we are still judging blackness, just in different ways. Shannon and Lisa discuss and more on this week’s episode.

Are You Black Enough?

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

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Twitter - @blackpanachellc

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Segregation and Integration: The Effects on the Black Community

Blacktivities

03/23/23 • 38 min

On this episode of Blacktivities, our hosts explore the history of segregation and integration in America. The impact of integration on the Black community is discussed - good and bad, and Shannon and Lisa share their own struggles with raising young black children in a society that still has not overcome racial issues. Lisa discusses an incident that changed her parenting approach regarding talking to children about race.

Segregation and Integration: The Effects on the Black Community

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

Continue the Conversation on Social Media:

Instagram - @blacktivitiespod

Twitter - @blackpanachellc

1 Listener

Black Women & Reality TV

Blacktivities

02/26/24 • 33 min

Reality TV is still a popular choice of entertainment for millions of people, but when it comes to black women in these shows, is it simply the reprise of Sapphire and Jezebel? (If you're not sure who these characters are, check out the "Mandingos, Mammies, and Jezebels" episode of Blacktivities.) Shannon, Lisa, and Karen discuss black women's portrayal in reality TV, the "blue monkey" incident on Love and Hip-Hop Atlanta, and the changes they would like to see when it comes to reality TV and black women.

Black Women & Reality TV

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About the Hosts

Blacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.

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Black Don't Crack

Blacktivities

03/16/23 • 36 min

The phrase "black don't crack" has floated around our community for decades, but is it true? Shannon and Lisa put this saying to the test with scientific receipts and discuss whether or not it puts some added pressure on us as black women to look goodt as we age.

Black Don't Crack

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

Continue the Conversation on Social Media:

Instagram - @blacktivitiespod

Twitter - @blackpanachellc

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When WYTE People Mean Well

Blacktivities

07/10/23 • 38 min

Join hosts Lisa and Shannon as they discuss the experiences and nuances of well-intentioned white people, affectionately referred to as "three dubs." They explore historical examples where good intentions sometimes missed the mark, from abolitionists focusing on freedom over equality to suffragettes opposing Black men's right to vote. The hosts categorize different types of well-intentioned white people they've encountered, sharing personal stories that resonate with the African American community. They navigate encounters with hair-touching and well-meaning comments, offering witty comebacks and educational moments. Through their lively conversation, Lisa and Shannon create a relatable and empowering space for African Americans to engage with these experiences and find humor and strength in navigating interactions with three dubs.

When WYTE People Mean Well

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

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Black History Firsts

Blacktivities

02/23/23 • 27 min

It's 2023! Why are we still celebrating black first milestones? Should we continue to celebrate, or are we doing the most? And what does it mean that we are still having so many first black this and thats in 2023?

Black History Firsts

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

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Twitter - @blackpanachellc

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Buying Black or Nah?

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07/28/22 • 31 min

While it is important to support black businesses, many black people say there are some pros and cons of doing so. Hear Shannon and Lisa's take and on this episode.

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I See You, Sis

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03/30/23 • 42 min

Black women have been bonding over shared oppression and discrimination for centuries, so why is it so hard for them to make new friends as adults? What does it look like for us to support one another? Shannon and Lisa talk queen talk on this episode of Blacktivities.

I See You, Sis

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Bling the hotline and leave us a message. (770) 744-1749

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About the Hosts

Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.

Continue the Conversation on Social Media:

Instagram - @blacktivitiespod

Twitter - @blackpanachellc

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FAQ

How many episodes does Blacktivities have?

Blacktivities currently has 63 episodes available.

What topics does Blacktivities cover?

The podcast is about Society & Culture, History, Personal Journals and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Blacktivities?

The episode title 'Black Men & Emotions' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Blacktivities?

The average episode length on Blacktivities is 33 minutes.

How often are episodes of Blacktivities released?

Episodes of Blacktivities are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Blacktivities?

The first episode of Blacktivities was released on Apr 13, 2022.

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