Colored Lens

Our hosts chat's about what's it like working in corporate media with a caribbean accent.

The unfortunate recent events remind us that for many years our black community has faced years of racism, oppression, and injustice. It never went away, we just got more cameras to capture these stories. We stand against racism and violence. Enough is enough. #podcastersforjustice
{ Here's my take as an Afro Caribbean immigrant living in the U.S.}

Massiel Encarnación, known as Massi, stopped by Colored Lens Podcast to discuss the affects online media has on our body image and insecurities. As an online coach that focuses primarily on women of color, Massi shares the most important steps you need to take when trying to achieve the "perfect" body. Aria and Massi also has a great conversation on the pros and cons of social media when it comes to health, fitness, and the conversation around our bodies.

Aria discusses how the media industry is being affected by the COVID-19 outbreak and how some are taking an unfortunate advantage of the outbreak.

Let's talk about different aspects of the industry that you didn't realize would be affected.

Do you believe streaming services will take "advantage" of those who are quarantined at home or will that be crossing an ethical limit?

Also, for those of you who we're in the middle of the job searching process how do you go about finding your dream job during the Coronavirus outbreak? Aria shares her tips and tricks to making your time spent at home work to your advantage.

*please note this episode has no health expert experience on the current outbreak, please everyone be safe and refer to cdc.gov for updates on the situation*

In this episode, Aria discusses what loves look like in the black community and how social media has played a toxic role in relationships especially in the millennial community and how you can make your current or future relationship work out. She also invites her partner, Shakeem to share his insights on how men can make their relationship work.
Aria & Shakeem Q&A session begins at 25:00.