You can just call me Dada!

03/02/20 • 38 min

Episode 3: Where my Dadas at!! Dada is Swahili for Sister. So you know MProper Mimi needs to gather with her sister friends Mahlet Woldemariam and Obioma Richardson every now and then to talk it out. Join us as we discuss some hot topics such as the Black Is Tech Conference, what does African American really mean and our Oprah led intentions. We had so much fun there will definitely be a part two for these MProper Dadas! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

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The Myth of the Strong Black Woman - w/ Esther Boykins, LMFT

Episode 2: Can we really do it all? In this episode, MProper Mimi is joined by Esther Boykins, LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) from Group Therapy Associates and #Therapyisnotadirtyword. We talk about mental health in the black community and the stigma that is often associated with it. Why are people hesitant to seek out therapy the way we seek out a specialist doctor for our body? We also talk about about the pitfalls of being labeled as a strong black woman and the pressures that comes with that, including dating! For more information about the events Esther mentions in this episode check out http://www.grouptherapyassociates.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support

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Make Way for the Mahogany Queen of Burlesque!

Episode 4: We have a special gem for you!! MProper Mimi was able to catch up with the Mahogany Queen of Burlesque, Perle Noire for a bonus episode right before the black burlesque event of the year. The Noire Pageant takes place March 13th & 14th at the House of Yes in Brooklyn, NY. Join us to find out what burlesque is and how Perle Noire is making history by bringing POC headliners together to compete and showcase their talents! Listen and learn about some of the great black burlesque dancers of our time as Perle shares her infinite and intimate knowledge with us. Perle also shares her gifts and experience through her Perlesque classes, Healing through Seduction series, The House of Noire dance company, and The Noire Pageant for performers of color. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mpropermimi/support