THE CHAIR

JerDrema (Dreme) V. Flynt, M.Ed, MBA

I built THE CHAIR Podcast to highlight hair journeys. I’m a Black woman, an educator and newly minted tech entrepreneur. As people sit in THE CHAIR, you will be immersed into stories surrounding education, entrepreneurship, identity, and magic. I have built THE CHAIR platform dedicated to supporting Black and Brown people on their hair journey. Enjoy as you listen to the voices in THE CHAIR.
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A Shape Shifting Beautiful Thing

THE CHAIR

02/09/25 • 22 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep27) — A Shape Shifting Beautiful Thing

Hello Beautiful People,

I’m Your Host Dreme.

I’m a Black woman, an educator turned tech entrepreneur but still an educator. Building a platform called THE CHAIR is a Black and Brown centered tech platform dedicated to supporting people on their hair journey. You can design hairboards, connect to hair stylists, and share hair care tips all in one space for a more joyous and streamlined experience. I built THE CHAIR Podcast to highlight hair journeys. A reminder to keep creating magic. As people sit in THE CHAIR you will get more than just hair stories. You will be immersed into experiences surrounding education, entrepreneurship, and identity. I hope you enjoy listening to my stories and the stories of my guests as we sit in THE CHAIR.

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep27) — A Shape Shifting Beautiful Thing

I met Dr. Mitchell over zoom introduced to me by my white college professor Dr. Beer. I was struggling with various thoughts. How can be an educator in business school? How can I build this tech company without a coding degree? Then I met Dr. Mitchell. My heart calmed itself and I was reminded with her laughter that everything we decide to do is a journey and that difference is reminds us to dream. That our creativity humanizes us and we are working to see each other reflected within each other. Thank you Dr. Mitchell for continuing to be an inspiration to me.

Dr. Mitchell opens up about her hair journey and how she has always loved her hair in all its iterations and what that looks like when she pours into her little humans. Enjoy!

Her Bio:

Tope is a sociologist, insights specialist, business strategist, and professor turned tech entrepreneur. She has the ability to spot trends, create actionable strategies, and leverage technology to solve real-life problems.

Reflekt Me Mission & Goals:

To create a world where diversity and inclusion are celebrated and validated during the online shopping experience. We seek to change the fashion and beauty industry’s body representation narrative by diversifying the sizes of and use of real people to model clothing and products on online retail eCommerce websites. Our goal is to expand this highly personalized experience across all industries.

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

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My Book:From Nowhere & Everywhere: Captured Emotions of a Beautifully Broken Love Story
My explorations through poetry, diary entries and photography as a Black woman, an educator in Guangzhou, China.
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Regulations in Our Pockets

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02/26/25 • 22 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep44) — Regulations in Our Pockets

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep44) — Regulations in Our Pockets

Michele and I met at a BD101 - 7 day Retreat, which was A Beyond Diversity retreat hosted and led by Niyonu Spann dedicated to bringing together various professionals from all fields dedicated to growing in their mindsets particularly in all aspects of race and racism topics. I was the youngest at the retreat by more than 20 years. I happened to sit next to Michele during many of our full group circle workshops and a connection began to form. I am excited to have her on THE CHAIR.

Her Bio:

Michele Robinson Ewing is a retired naval officer with 27 years of distinguished service, who now channels her extensive experience in leadership, people development, and strategic planning into her work as a Holistic Health and Wealth Coach. She specializes in guiding her clients toward physical, emotional, mental, and financial wellness, recognizing the interconnected nature of these aspects of life.

Michele is dedicated to helping her clients achieve financial stability and independence. Her expertise is especially valuable to high-achieving women seeking to navigate the complexities of wealth and personal finance with cultural awareness and sensitivity. With over 30 years of experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural intelligence, Michele brings unparalleled insight and empathy to her coaching, empowering her clients to lead balanced, prosperous lives.

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

Tapped on the Shoulder

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02/05/25 • 37 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep23) — Tapped on the Shoulder

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep23) — Tapped on the Shoulder

Shalaya is my cousin. She is a badass and I am in awe of what she has already accomplished and I am excited to see her continue to thrive in all the areas that interest her. I am always rooting for her success and laughter along the way.

Her Bio:

Shalaya Morissette is a trailblazer with over 13 years of expertise at the nexus of Business Administration, Energy, and Engineering. A dynamic leader, she excels in advancing federal diversity and economic opportunity programs, fostering partnerships with thousands of organizations across the energy sector. Her macro-level understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses and underrepresented communities informs her strategic vision, enabling her to drive impactful change in clean energy through innovative policy, education, and community initiatives.

Shalaya’s diverse career journey has equipped her with a robust perspective on energy, education, and community engagement. Before joining Walker-Miller Energy, she served in pivotal roles at the Department of Energy, championing workforce development and minority business inclusion. Her earlier career includes impactful contributions to the utility sector, where she ensured compliance with regulatory safety standards, as well as leadership roles in higher education and global transportation as Director of Affiliate Relations. As an engineering instructor at Dearborn STEM Academy in Boston, Shalaya empowered high school stud

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Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

It is Your Crown

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02/06/25 • 27 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep23) — Tapped on the Shoulder

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep23) — Tapped on the Shoulder

Shalaya is my cousin. She is a badass and I am in awe of what she has already accomplished and I am excited to see her continue to thrive. Come listen to our conversation surrounding hair, white comfort, the CROWN ACT, and boundaries. Enjoy!

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

A Knock At My Door

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02/12/25 • 27 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep30) — A Knock At My Door
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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep30) — A Knock At My Door

I was introduced to Juwan through my mother. Juwan is a local politician. He is in the communities and advocating to guide for local resources. Come learn how he got into local politics and what the church has to do with his hair journey.

His Bio:

Greetings, Neighbors,

My name is Juwan K. Skeens, and I am proud to be your candidate for Boston City Council, representing District 4 in 2025!

Born and raised in Dorchester, I’m a proud African American whose family has owned property in the neighborhood for over 50 years. As a Boston Public School graduate of The Joseph Lee School, Timilty Middle School, and Excel High School, I honed my leadership skills early on as a Junior Varsity Debate Champion with the Boston Debate League and as Senior Class President.

My passion for service deepened as the Neighborhood Liaison to District 4 under then-City Council President Andrea Campbell (2016–2018). In this role, I had the privilege of connecting neighbors and businesses across Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan to city, state, and federal resources. I attended zoning board meetings, worked with nearly 20 civic associations monthly, and initiated impactful projects like Grove Hall in Color and the Boston Youth Expo, empowering youth and families with opportunities.

My mission is simple: to ensure that our community has the representation, resources, and voice it deserves.

Juwan Skeens the Politician: https://www.skeensforboston.co

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

A Kit to be a Young Black Man

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02/23/25 • 14 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep41) — A Kit to be a Young Black Man

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep41) — A Kit to be a Young Black Man

I had the pleasure of meeting Lorenzo in Atlanta for a 45 minute meeting that turned into a 2 hour dinner. I continue to learn from Lorenzo to this day. Shout out to Cheryl Kiser (S1/Ep 11 & 12) for connecting us.

His Bio:

Turn your pain into purpose. It’s a philosophy that speaker and social entrepreneur Lorenzo Lewis lives by. With a decade of professional experience in behavioral health and founder of The Confess Project—an initiative that trains barbers, beauticians, and frontline workers to become mental health advocates in underserved communities—Lorenzo helps you confess to your issues to begin to build a better process of living.

Lorenzo is a 2024 Clinton Global Initiative Fellow, 2022 Ashoka Fellow, 2020 Roddenberry Foundation Fellow, and 2020 Echoing Green Fellow. He has had the honor of sharing a stage with President Clinton and speaking after His Holiness Pope Francis at the invite-only 2023 Clinton Global Initiative Meeting.

This year, Lorenzo was named one of Very Well Mind’s ‘Mental Health 25 Champions’ alongside luminaries Taraji P. Henson and Serena Williams. His work has also been featured in countless other media outlets including Oprah Magazine, BET, CNN’s Great Big Story, Revolt on PBS, Black Enterprise, and Huffington Post as well as brands such as Kenneth Cole and the Minnesota Vikings. He has also made appearances on Love & Respect with Killer Mike, Jay Z’s Roc Nation, Nick Cannon Mornings, The Today Show, The Kelly Clarkson S

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

The Universe is Vibrating

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03/16/25 • 32 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep49) — The Universe is Vibrating

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep49) — The Universe is Vibrating

Rebecca and I met in graduate school at UCLA. Studying to become teachers. We became fast friends and I fell for her because of conversations surrounding hip hop, teaching art, and our mutual love for the art of drag. I've had the opportunity to see evolutions of Rebecca as the teacher to the coach and now the dancer. It is beautiful to watch someone who finds their joy everyday and nothing gets in the way of that anymore.

Her Bio:

Rebecca has worked with K-12 students in public elementary schools and non-profit programs in Los Angeles for over 13 years. She earned her Master's Degree in Education as well as her Multiple Subject teaching credential from UCLA, where she taught 5th grade Math and Science in East Los Angeles. She worked as a Program Manager for P.S.ARTS overseeing Teaching Artists in Visual, Music, Theater, and Dance programs in districts across Los Angeles. Her recent work includes Arts Integration coaching for classroom teachers, as well as instructional aide work in Special Education classrooms. She currently oversees curriculum and educator development for Symphonic Jazz Orchestra in Los Angeles. In her free time she enjoys training in various genres of dance including Tap, Hip Hop, and Contemporary.

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

Who Stole Kermit the Frog?

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02/01/25 • 27 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep19) — Who Stole Kermit the Frog?

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep19) — Who Stole Kermit the Frog?
This is my mother. The woman I work to make proud everyday. The mother I reference in every intro. The women who is laughing with my uncle in every outro of Season 1.
Her Bio -
I have worked in the field of Human Services for over twenty-five years; I worked for DSNI, Project RIGHT Inc and Nuestra Comunidad Community Development Corporation. I have obtained a Bachelors of Science Degree in Human Services from Springfield College; while working full time and I am dedicated to Social Justice with a targeted interest in Community Engagement and Trauma Healing.
A #notyouraverageyogateacher bringing Yoga to untraditional spaces. Changing the face of Yoga to represent EVERYBODY! Strength and strengthen the body and the mind. To support and treat the on going trauma that exist in communities of color throughout the Boston area. Making Yoga as normal part of everyday life. Bringing it to men, women, and children who live, work and play in these neighborhoods
My goals are to:
1.) Revitalize under served communities by collaborating with other like-minded organizations, Municipalities and governmental agencies to communicate effectively with communities of color.
2.) Engage community through the Arts, cultural, healing family-friendly events; from a grassroots level to preserve the culture integrity and authenticity of the neighborhoods of Boston
3.) Work with young ladies and women to help them navigate throu

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

Humanize with Reflection

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02/08/25 • 26 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep26) — Humanize with Reflection

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep26) — Humanize with Reflection

Her Bio:

Reflekt Me Mission & Goals:

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Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

The Secret Black Meeting

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02/10/25 • 20 min

THE CHAIR (S1/Ep28) — The Secret Black Meeting

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THE CHAIR (S1/Ep28) — The Secret Black Meeting

Periana and I met in college and as she says in the interview the rest is history. Periana is a magical human being with a heart that grows bigger every day and I wanted this opportunity to give her her flowers. She led the charge to get the approval of the African American Studies minor turned into a major on Lake Forest College campus. Because of her, many many students and generations to come will have the ability to see themselves and various perspectives of the cultural disapora in their assignments and in their dreams for their futures. Periana is one of a kind and is absolutely living Black History.

Her Bio:

Periana resides in the DFW area, but was born and raised on the west side of Chicago. She is a wife, a mama to two beautiful girls (Kai and Kobe), a foodie, and so much more. Periana spent the bulk of her career in higher education, supporting and advocating for first generation, low income, and underrepresented student populations. Currently, she is working to improve maternal health outcomes, especially for Black and Brown mamas who are disproportionately affected by the maternal healthcare crisis, and she plans to become a full spectrum doula within the next year or so.

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Host & Exec Producer: Your Host Dreme
Editor: Lila Woodbridge
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Music Creators: Your Host Dreme & Seoul (@xSeoulMusicx)

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How many episodes does THE CHAIR have?

THE CHAIR currently has 54 episodes available.

What topics does THE CHAIR cover?

The podcast is about Activism, Fashion & Beauty, Podcasts, Education and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on THE CHAIR?

The episode title 'I Wanted to Shake Her Hand' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on THE CHAIR?

The average episode length on THE CHAIR is 25 minutes.

How often are episodes of THE CHAIR released?

Episodes of THE CHAIR are typically released every day.

When was the first episode of THE CHAIR?

The first episode of THE CHAIR was released on Dec 2, 2024.

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THE CHAIR

JerDrema (Dreme) V. Flynt, M.Ed, MBA

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