Black Girls Texting

In this week's episode we speak on the J.Balvin's scandalous video "Perra", Sade reflects on her breakup from last year; Glynn has started a new job and has quoted "new job, new bread"; and Chelsea has attended yet another wedding and speaks to the beauty of Black Love. In the group chat we explore the newest episode of Insecure and how these women's experiences parallel our lives but also drag them a bit for their choices. Did you all watch? Tell us what you think! ****************** Make sure you’re following your girls on IG @blackgirlstexting, and on Twitter @blackgirlstext1. As always, please rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts, it’s really important to us as we continue to grow! And if you want to see our lovely faces and WATCH this episode, head to our Youtube run up those views, and please like, comment, subscribe! Want even more?! Go to Blackgirlstexting.com to subscribe to our newsletter and cop some merch! AND Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting for weekly bonus episodes, access to live events, exclusive merch and more of the group chat!!

On this week's episode we're still debating the whole "spoiled woman" thing (if you adore her, Dior her); Sade is embracing that "Cater to You" life (but only slightly); Glynn is having too much sex (is that a thing?); and Chelsea has a brand new glow (courtesy of Dr. Eva Kerby). Then, Sade and Glynn chat with Deepica Mutyala. Deepica is South-Asian beauty entrepreneur, businesswoman, and founder and CEO of Live Tinted, a multicultural community about beauty and culture. Mutyala launched Live Tinted, in 2018 as an inclusive digital community that explores diverse beauty for every shade in between. Live Tinted focuses on underrepresented people in beauty, and their personal journeys with culture and identity. Make sure to cop and support her amazing line of beauty products specifically crafted for melanated skin at https://www.livetinted.com/. ****************** Make sure you’re following your girls on IG @blackgirlstexting, and on Twitter @blackgirlstext1. As always, please rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts, it’s really important to us as we continue to grow! And if you want to see our lovely faces and WATCH this episode, head to our Youtube run up those views, and please like, comment, subscribe! Want even more?! Go to Blackgirlstexting.com to subscribe to our newsletter and cop some merch! AND Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting for weekly bonus episodes, access to live events, exclusive merch and more of the group chat!!

Briana Jones and the ladies of BGT chat! It was such a beautiful conversation! ENJOY! Make sure you’re following your girls on IG @blackgirlstexting, and on Twitter @blackgirlstext1. As always, please rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts, it’s really important to us as we continue to grow! And if you want to see our lovely faces and WATCH this episode, head to our Youtube run up those views, and please like, comment, subscribe! Want even more?! Go to Blackgirlstexting.com to subscribe to our newsletter and cop some merch! AND Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting for weekly bonus episodes, access to live events, exclusive merch and more of the group chat!!

There is so much great and life-changing information about sex and intimacy, but let’s face it, it can be dry as hell! Intimacy expert and sexologist Shan Boodram takes a deep dive into anything and everything about sex, relationships, and the science of attachment every week with expert guests and friends who will tell all. It’s everything The Talk should be. Lovers and Friends is out now! Listen on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts.

This week we invited the gifted Theresa Caputo into the group chat. She was incredible and we were lucky enough to have a "visitor" during the episode. Check out Theresa's podcast "Hey Spirit" also get tickets to her live show experience, "Theresa Caputo: The Experience LIVE" We hope you enjoy this VERY SPECIAL episode! Make sure you’re following your girls on IG @blackgirlstexting, and on Twitter @blackgirlstext1. As always, please rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts, it’s really important to us as we continue to grow! And if you want to see our lovely faces and WATCH this episode, head to our Youtube run up those views, and please like, comment, subscribe! Want even more?! Go to Blackgirlstexting.com to subscribe to our newsletter and cop some merch! AND Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting for weekly bonus episodes, access to live events, exclusive merch and more of the group chat!!

This week were are joined by Ana Clarke from obé and we have a good old girlfriend kiki. We talk about how the fitness and wellness space is diversifying, how we came to love our bodies, and how badass it is to be strong as a Black woman. Use code BGT for one month free of obé fitness, a premium digital fitness platform that brings the most variety, the most engaged community, and the most fun you’ll have working out to any screen, anywhere. With 15 class types—from HIIT to Dance Cardio, Yoga Sculpt to Strength—obé has something for every style, mood, and level, so you’ll actually look forward to your workout (for once!). ****************** Make sure you’re following your girls on IG @blackgirlstexting, and on Twitter @blackgirlstext1. As always, please rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts, it’s really important to us as we continue to grow! And if you want to see our lovely faces and WATCH this episode, head to our Youtube run up those views, and please like, comment, subscribe! Want even more?! Go to Blackgirlstexting.com to subscribe to our newsletter and cop some merch! AND Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting for weekly bonus episodes, access to live events, exclusive merch and more of the group chat!!

It’s just the girls this week and we’re getting into it (yuh). Sade talks politics, anarchy, sex cults and astrology -- very on brand. Chelsea gives her Trini sis Nicki a loving read and unpacks AOC’s appearance at the Met Gala. Glynn is gives Real Housewives Husband, PK, his flowers, and introduces us to the Black Godmother of Grunge, Tina Bell. ****************** Make sure you’re following your girls on IG @blackgirlstexting, and on Twitter @blackgirlstext1. As always, please rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts, it’s really important to us as we continue to grow! And if you want to see our lovely faces and WATCH this episode, head to our Youtube run up those views, and please like, comment, subscribe! Want even more?! Go to Blackgirlstexting.com to subscribe to our newsletter and cop some merch! AND Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting for weekly bonus episodes, access to live events, exclusive merch and more of the group chat!!

Brooke and The Black Girls Texting get super real in this episode. We talk motherhood, dating and so much more! You guys will love it!!! Don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe!! More about our guest: Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli created Naked Beauty, her podcast, in 2016 to uplift and tell the stories of amazing women in Beauty through her unique lens as a Black woman. After not being able to find meaningful beauty conversations with women of color, Brooke set out to create the podcast she so wanted to hear. Naked Beauty has interviewed over 100 amazing women on their approach to beauty, self-care, skincare and wellness. The conversations are unfiltered, vulnerable and Brooke aims to inspire her listeners with each episode. As the podcast has grown, Naked Beauty has been recognized by iHeartMedia as one of the best Beauty Podcasts, has grown to thousands of weekly listeners and people all over the world tune in each week to listen. Beyond the podcast, Brooke has built a truly engaged and diverse beauty community with @nakedbeautyplanet where she’s able to share more of her beauty favorites and spark community dialogue about the beauty industry. Honesty, fun, and community remain at the core tenants of Naked Beauty. Brooke is committed to pushing the beauty conversation forward, advocating for women of color, and breaking down barriers to self-care and wellness. Follow us on Instagram @blackgirlstexting

This week, the girls discuss the abortion ban in Texas, the highs and woes of lash extensions, and what to do when you spot a friend of a friend's husband on a dating app. And then Patina Miller steps into the group chat for a conversation on motherhood, seeing multi-faceted depictions of Black women in TV & Film, and her starring role on Power Book III: Raising Kanan! __________________________________________________ Patina Miller is a Tony award-winning actress whose work has made a lasting impact across all mediums including the big and small screens, as well as on stage. Miller can be seen headlining the newest installment of the “Power” franchise “Power Book III: Raising Kanan” for Starz. Miller plays ‘Raquel Thomas’ the fierce and compelling mother of ‘Kanan’, a character that was portrayed by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the original series. She is currently in production for season 2. _____________________________________________ As always, make sure to rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting! Want even more?! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting for bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!!

This week, the ladies chat with Nareasha Willis, the designer of AVNU Official, a luxury streetwear brand that uses controversial statements, colors and textures. Nareasha considers herself a fashion activist and is the designer who coined the phrase "Ghetto Until Proven Fashionable". She is a CFDA designer and has been featured in Vogue, Refinery 29 and Essence. Before AVNU, she launched "Black Vogue" in 2017, a brand with a mission to highlight the positive contributions of Black people in fashion. The brand was featured and praised on both Vogue and Teen Vogue. She recently launched Nuova, the first luxury capsule collection of AVNU. Blackness is the focal point as AVNU celebrates a rebirth of unwavering resistance. __________________________________________ AVNU will be in NYC hosting a 2 day Pop Up Experience for New York Fashion Week September 9th & 10th. Follow her for more details and be sure to support her brand!! @avnuofficial https://runway360.cfda.com/designers/avnu-by-nareasha-willis ____________________________________________ Check out some of the girls fave Black-Owned Brands @bernardjames @hanifa @fenoel @tlzlfemme _____________________________________________ As always, make sure to rate, comment and subscribe to Black Girls Texting! Want even more?! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com for bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!!

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade are back with another solo episode and inquiring on how and why our people are climbing and falling off of crates?! We have a word or two or three on the vaccine, Issa Rae's new show Sweet Life and say some prayers for all the devastation in the world! As always, make sure to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more?! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com for bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!!

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade chat on their own!! We dig into all the things in the group chat!!! As always, make sure to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more? Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com for bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!!

TikTok's big sis, and the queen of Rich Mom Engery, TINX, is in the building! We talk dating, career, class and privilege. Plus, Tinx shares a the story of a sexy night that went up on flames--literally. Tap in! Follow Tinx on TikTok @tinx, on IG @itsmetinx and follow ya girls @blackgirlstexting As always, make sure to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more? Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com for bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!!

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade chat with RHONY star Bershan Shaw! Tap in! Make sure as always to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more? Bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com

Baratunde's 2012 New York Times best-seller taught us How To Be Black. His 2019 TED talk taught us How To Deconstruct Racism and his new podcast is showing us How To Citizen, interpreting “citizen” as a verb, presenting ways for people to show up for each other. We jump right into thoughts on how we define our Blackness, ADOS, reparations and interracial dating. Tap in! Make sure as always to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more? Bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com

The legendary Eboni K. Williams of the Real Housewives of New York City joins our group chat and spills some tea with us, and listen we were sipping! We explore what it felt like to be the first Black housewife on RHONY, get the inside scoop on dating as a powerful woman, and celebrate our joy of being badass Black women! Tap in! Make sure as always to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more? Bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com

We talk serious topics with Abby, but throw in some nonsense in between. The incredible Trinidadian American Journalist talks all things from Bonnets to politics! You will love this one!!

This week the ladies of BGT are joined by Marjon Carlos, our favorite Auntie! We of course talked all things Real Housewives of New York, text-etiquette, and dating as Black woman and how are expectations change. Marjon Carlos is a journalist, editor, and public speaker, living and working in New York. Her writing has appeared on Vogue.com, NET-A-PORTER.COM, W.com, ELLE.com, Into The Gloss, to name a few, and she regularly hosts her own self-produced advice show via IGTV, “Your Favorite Auntie”. Make sure as always to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more? Bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com

This week the ladies sit down with self-proclaimed Blasian Michael Yo! The amazing comedian shares his opinions on Stop Asian hate, Black lives Matter, his experience with covid, and even gave the ladies dating advice!! Make sure as always to rate, comment and subscribe! Want even more? Bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com

Part II of our conversation with friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson. We're continuing to talk friendship breakups, embracing conflict in friendships, girl code, what it means to be a good friend and SO MUCH MORE. Danielle is a certified women's coach, focusing primarily on female heteronormative friendship and communication. She conducts surveys, create research-based strategies, and teaches women how to have better relationships with one another. Check her out at https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/ and @daniellebayardjackson Follow your girls @blackgirlstexting, email us at [email protected], and check out our website for merch and more: blackgirlstexting.com

Friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson joins us for a conversation on friendship breakups, embracing conflict in friendships, girl code, what it means to be a good friend and SO MUCH MORE. To listen to part II NOW, make sure to join us on Patreon patreon.com/blackgirlstexting. Danielle is a certified women's coach, focusing primarily on female heteronormative friendship and communication. She conducts surveys, create research-based strategies, and teaches women how to have better relationships with one another. Check her out at https://www.daniellebayardjackson.com/ and @daniellebayardjackson Follow your girls @blackgirlstexting, email us at [email protected], and check out our website for merch and more: blackgirlstexting.com

This week Chelsea, Glynn, & Sade review the Netflix documentary In Our Mother's Gardens, and explore our relationships with our mothers and grandmothers, breakdown generational trauma, and highlight the importance of telling the stories of our matriarchs. Want even more? Bonus episodes, live events, merch and more of the group chat!! Become a Patron at Patreon.com/blackgirlstexting.com Don't forget to rate, comment, our podcast and check out the full episode on our Youtube & subscribe to our channel Follow our IG: @blackgirlstexting and email us at [email protected]. Shout out to WTF Media for the studio and production! https://www.wtfmediastudios.com/ More on In Our Mother's Gardens,the documentary debuted at the 2020 BlackStar Film Festival and subsequently earned the Shine Award for best film. The movie features interviews with #MeToo founder Tarana Burke; Tina Farris; cultural critic Dr. Brittney Cooper (Rutgers University); Rev. Dr. Theresa S. Thames (Princeton University); holistic lifestyle expert Latham Thomas; photographer Adama Delphine Fawundu; and NPR’s Senior Director for Programming Yolanda Sangweni.

To mark Mental Health Awareness month, consultant, editor and content creator, Chrissy Rutherford, steps into the group chat to share her wellness and self-transformation journey. Listen for her thoughts on therapy, how the moon can effect your mood, and why you should know your attachment style before getting into a romantic relationships.

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade are joined by singer and songwriter Sevyn Streeter and she quickly became a new member of the group chat. We talked about dating in Hollywood, colorism in the music industry and the liquors that make some of our sober thoughts become drunken words! She recently dropped her latest star-studded single "Guilty" feat. Chris Brown & A$AP Ferg (listen HERE). This year, Sevyn will release her long-awaited sophomore album Drunken Wordz x Sober Thoughtz, which will include an all-star lineup of features from Chris Brown, Jeremih, A$AP Ferg, Lucky Daye and Davido. Tune in & make sure you listen to her newest singles and stay tuned for the album!

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade are back with another travel episode. This time, they're taking you down to H-Town. To follow BGT's Houston itinerary, hit up: The Lancaster: https://www.thelancaster.com/ Wanna Bao: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g56003-d14070300-Reviews-Wanna_Bao-Houston_Texas.html Lucille's: https://www.lucilleshouston.com/ Pondicheri: https://www.pondicheri.com/ UB Preserv: https://www.ubpreserv.com/ Museum District: https://houmuse.org/ Check out museums, space center and more with the City Pass: https://www.citypass.com/houston Special thanks to Houston Tourism for showing us a great time in the city!

Chelsea and Sade talk to Dr. Emily Morse all about SEX! We get answers to your questions and learn even more about our bodies! This one is for the vulva owners!!

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade sit down with Traci Thomas of The Stacks Podcast to discuss Black women's storied relationship with literature, and the books they love. Plus, Traci's recommends favorite reads.

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade dish on JLo's new potentially single status and Glynn and Sade's new dating prospects. And Nischelle Turner steps into the group chat to discuss the ups and downs of being a Black woman in Hollywood.

Chelsea, Glynn, and Sade sit down with the first-ever Black Summer House castmate- the beautiful and smart Ciara Miller.

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade talk to Hollywood's go-to girl for entertainment news, Nina Parker. We talk current events, career, and more! Email us at [email protected] Follow us on Instagram @BlackGirlsTexting Rate, Review, and Subscribe

This week the incredible Rachel Lindsay steps into the Group Chat. If you dont' know Rachel made history as the first African-American lead in the Bachelor franchise where she found love and met her husband Bryan Abasolo. We talk all things Bachelor, the infamous interview with Chris Harrison, interracial dating, and if Rachel would ever consider hosting the show. Tune in to get the full story! Follow @therachlindsay! Follow your girls @blackgirlstexting

The ladies of BGT were joined by Five-time GRAMMY® Award nominee, diamond-selling performer, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Robin Thicke. We chatted about top wedding songs, his new album On Earth, and in Heaven, how he feels being a girl dad, and the importance of taking care of our mental health. Let's get into it! Follow Robin Thicke @robinthicke Listen to On Earth, and In Heaven out now!

Three Black girls head to Houston and get some botox & filler. What did we get done? You will have to tune in to find out! We were in the beautiful hands of Dr.Camille Cash one of the top plastic surgeons in Houston, Texas, Dr. Cash describes work as "double satisfaction" when she sees her patients both looking better and feeling better about themselves. Find Dr. Cash at https://www.camillecashmd.com/ Follow her amazing content @realdrcash Email us at [email protected] Follow us on IG @blackgirlstexting @bedstuybrat @chelspinky

On this week's episode, Chelsea, Glynn and Sade catch up on their latest shenanigans; including the random men hitting Glynn up on dating apps and the new cutie making Sade's hotline bling. Then, Sade and Glynn chop it up with Christina M. Rice, founder of OMNoire, to learn about the power of manifestation. Christina puts us onto a mantra and journaling practice we can all use to call in the goodness we want in life, and reminds us that doing the important inner healing comes first. Follow OMNoire at @omnoire and visit https://www.omnoire.com/. You can purchase tickets for The Joy Summit at https://www.365daysinom.com/ using code BGT365 fo $20 off. AND for a skincare treat from our friends at Bolden, use code BLACKGIRLSTEXTING for 15% off at https://www.boldenusa.com/. Follow us at @blackgirlstexting, Chelsea @chelspinky and Glynn @bedstuybrat As always, rate, comment and subscribe -- it's so helpful to us as we continue to grow!

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade take part in Psychology Today : 20 Enjoyable End-of-Year Review Questions! Do it with us!! Don't forget to follow at @blackgirlstexting on IG and email us at [email protected] Please subscribe, rate and review

On this episode, we talk with Dr. Aya Osman a neuroscientist and science communicator currently studying the gut-immune-brain axis role in neuropsychiatric disorders for her Post Doc at Mount Sinai. Dr. Osman broke down exactly what is the coronavirus , some theories on its origins, and debunked some myths around the vaccine. We also acknowledged the apprehension around getting the vaccine in Black community due to America's past of violating our trust from the Tuskegee experiments to the use of enslaved women's bodies for gynecological advancement ( go peep124: Say their names: Anarcha, Lucy and Betsey) Make sure you check out Dr. Osman's Instagram she provides so much more information @yes_iya. We hope we can see more Black women in the medical field so if you have questions or interests reach out to her or DM us to be put in touch! Oh and if you want to hear more about this lab grown chicken click here. Follow us at @blackgirlstexting, Chelsea @chelspinky and Glynn @bedstuybrat As always, rate, comment and subscribe -- it's so helpful to us as we continue to grow!

My Good Sis'! You know it's always powerful when Black women link up!!! On this episode, we talk with Michelle Browder of @iammorethan1 and Deleso Alford, J.D., L.L.M., @profd_alford, for an intergenerational conversation about the legacies of Anarcha, Lucy and Betsey, the Black foremothers of modern Gynecological science. We celebrate these unsung heroes, and reflect on the power of TRUTH to right historic wrongs. Tap in for a discussion on reparations, legacy and ancestral honor. To participate in Michelle's intiative to honor Anarcha, Lucy and Betsey, head to https://www.anarchalucybetsey.org/ Black women: we love you. Follow us at @blackgirlstexting, Chelsea @chelspinky and Glynn @bedstuybrat As always, rate, comment and subscribe -- it's so helpful to us as we continue to grow!

Yes, we are in the midst of a global pandemic, but with increased precautions in place on behalf of airlines, hotels, and tourist attractions, folks are traveling to get away from the stress and isolation of these very hectic times. Including ya girls. We took a trip to the beautiful island of Aruba and came back refreshed, revived (and COVID-free!). Check out this special Black Girls Travel ep to hear all about our trip. Know before you go For transportation, ride with: ECO Destination Management Services: https://www.facebook.com/ecodms / https://ecodms.com/destination-management-services/ For accommodations, stay with our friends at: Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/auaar-aruba-marriott-resort-and-stellaris-casino/ https://www.instagram.com/arubamarriott/ Must eat Atardi @ Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino: https://menuaruba.com/restaurants/atardi/aruba BLT Steak @ The Ritz Carlton: https://bltrestaurants.com/blt-steak/aruba/menus/ / https://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/caribbean/aruba West Deck: http://thewestdeck.com/ Zeerover: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g1158886-d2170599-Reviews-Zeerovers-Savaneta_Aruba.html Must see, Must do: San Nicholas Murals Tours: https://arubamuraltours.com/ Flamingo Beach: https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/details-1/auabr-renaissance-aruba-resort-and-casino/ Baby Beach: https://www.aruba.com/us/explore/baby-beach Mangel Halto Beach: https://www.aruba.com/us/explore/mangel-halto Special thanks to Paula Ochoa from the Aruba Tourism Authority @arubatourism / https://www.facebook.com/ArubaFans/

Join the BGT for a much needed moment of calm through this very stressful times. As I post this I am finding a balance between watching CNN election results and doing deep breathing exercises. If you need a break this is the episode for you to tune into and learn more about traditional African practices. Let's cultivate our power and bring in positive energies regardless on what happens! Make sure you follow Oludaré @kiirewellness and learn more at https://kiirewellness.com. Follow us at @blackgirlstexting, Chelsea @chelspinky and Glynn @bedstuybrat As always, rate, comment and subscribe -- it's so helpful to us as we continue to grow!

Join the BGT for a Group Chat with Chinelo Chidozie, the co-founder of Bolden: a unique skincare brand built by black women, to embolden women like us to confidently embrace our natural beauty. On this episode, we dished on our celebrity skin crushes, defined "good skin," learned actionable tips for combatting hyper-pigmentation and unpacked the social, and physical, dangers of skin bleaching. Let's get into it! Follow Bolden at @boldenusa and check out their products at https://www.boldenusa.com/ For a limited time, BGT listeners can cop Bolden products at a discount, using code BGT20. Follow us at @blackgirlstexting, Chelsea @chelspinky and Glynn @bedstuybrat As always, rate, comment and subscribe -- it's so helpful to us as we continue to grow!

On this week's episode of Black Girls Texting, we get real vulnerable and talk wellness and healing through a guided journaling session courtesy of Alexandra Elle's, Today I Affirm: A Journal that Nurtures Self-Care. If you want to do a journaling practice of your own, cop Elle's book from your local bookseller. Mahogany Books, a Black-owned bookstore based in DC has the book for order here! Thank you for taking the time to heal with us today. Remember to pause and reflect when you can. We wish you wellness.

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade sit down with author Kenisha E. Anthony- the author of Labeled: ward of the state. Kenisha is a first-generation college graduate, award-winning foster care advocate, and author. Known for being resilient and bold, she's an outspoken activist utilizing her experiences to empower others. As a foster care visionary, she starred in the documentary, Foster Shock and has been featured on NPR and in the Miami Herald.. Her eye-opening memoir, Labeled, is her debut. You can find Kenisha on instagram @aboutkenisha and learn more about her book @aboutlabeled Follow us at @blackgirlstexting, chelsea @chelspinky and Glynn @bedstuybrat We love you for listening

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade sit down with the incredible Janelle Monae and Kiersey Clemons to discuss their new film Antebellum. It is a must see. Make it an event and watch with your girls this Friday, 9/18. JANELLE MONÁE stars in the upcoming dramatic thriller ANTEBELLUM from the acclaimed writing and directing team Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz making their feature debut. Lionsgate will release the film on September 18 on VOD. Monáe recently starred in the second season of Amazon Studio's critically-acclaimed series, HOMECOMING, alongside Stephan James and Hong Chau. Additionally, Monáe will star as "Dorothy Pitman" in THE GLORIAS: LIFE ON THE ROAD for Sony, which will be released on September 25. In 2019, Monáe co-starred with Cynthia Erivo in Kasi Lemmon's HARRIET for Focus Features and performed two original songs in Disney's LADY AND THE TRAMP remake, in collaboration with her Wondaland Arts Society team, who produced four original songs. Monáe is an eight-time Grammy®-nominated multi-hyphenate, celebrated worldwide as a singer, songwriter, actor, activist and fashion icon. Her most recent al bum, Dirty Computer, earned her two Grammy® nominations including Album of the Year. KIERSEY CLEMONS will next co-star in Lionsgate's dramatic thriller ANTEBELLUM, written and directed by Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz and releasing September 18 on VOD. Clemons can recently be heard as the voice of "Dee Dee Skyes" in Warner Bros.' SCOOB!, which released digitally on May 15 and as "Darling" in Disney's LADY AND THE TRAMP live action remake which was released on Disney+ on November 12, s019. Additionally, it was recently announced that she will star in the horror podcast 'Ghost Tape' From 'Locke & Key' Co-Creator Aron Eli Coleite & 'Candyman' Director Nia DaCosta. Clemons is best known for her breakout role as scene-stealer "Diggy" in DOPE, which premiered to critical acclaim at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. As a musician, Clemons' vocals can be heard in a handful of projects including DOPE, HEARTS BEART LOUD and Amazon's TRANSPARENT.

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade get to chat with two amazing nail techs! We spoke to Leanne (IG @she.nails.it) and Estasha (IG @heartandsolnails) about the current state of the nail industry. How they are runing their businesses during Covid-19. How they got started and just being boss ass WOC in this industry! More about our guests: Estasha (@heartandsolnails )- Heart and Sol Nails was founded in 2018 in San Francisco by owner and independent nail HeARTist, Estasha Goodwin. Prior to becoming a licensed nail technician Estasha received monthly gel manicures as a form of self care and creative expression. These appointments became rituals filled with pampering and communion between her and her nail artist. These experiences as a client shaped what would become Heart and Sol Nails. Now Estasha is on the other side of the table and provides a safe and encouraging environment for her clients to receive high quality nail care and customized nail art that envokes each individuals' personality and power to harness joy and strength. Estasha believes that by putting her heart and soul into every nail she paints she can showcase that nail care can be a powerful tool for personal growth and not just an everyday beauty service. Leanne (IG @she.nails.it) moved to NYC in 2012, she began her career in nails after 2 1/2 years of assisting as a stylist. After spending two years working in a Japanese nail art salon, she went on to working for herself, which led to assisting opportunities like working on Jin Soon's team, working as key artist, as well as maintaining her personal clients. Dont forget to FOLLOW US and rate and subscribe! Sade- @blackgirlstexting chelsea- @chelspinky Glynn- @bedstuybrat Email us any and all questions at [email protected]

"Cosmetics should be a choice not a necessity." On this episode we are joined by Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton a board certified oculofacial plastic surgeon and founder of Brooklyn Face & Eye where you can receive non surgical and cosmetic procedures such as botox, fillers, PRP and brow lifts as well as medical procedures. She also created an incredible skincare line Epilogic, which we recently shared on our Self Care Sunday. Dr. J drops some serious gems so make sure you tune in and when youre done you can find her at: https://www.instagram.com/epi.logic/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/bklynfaceandeye/?hl=en __________________________________________________________________________________ As always, rate, comment and subscribe! It is so important as we continue to grow! The BGT Crew: @blackgirlstexting Chelsea: @chelspinky or @thewashingmachinequeen Glynn: @bedstuybrat Sade: find her on Raya (upgrade)

YA'LL. P-Valley is the show of the summer. The new Starz drama tells the stories of Black strippers working a club in the Mississippi Delta. It's been called one of the year's most provocative dramas. We sat down with the star of the show, Ms. Brandee Evans, who has been captivating us on screen as the character Mercedes, who has a lovable (but she'll f*ck you up) personality that reminds us of our big cousins. And OF COURSE, we get our lives watching her do them stunts on the pole every week. Let's get into it! Follow Brandee @therealbrandee Watch P-Valley on Sundays on Starz! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- As always, rate, comment and subscribe! It is so important as we continue to grow! The BGT Crew: @blackgirlstexting Chelsea: @chelspinky or @thewashingmachinequeen Glynn: @bedstuybrat Sade: find her on Raya (upgrade)

Chelsea, Glynn and Sade are obsessed with the card game ACTUALLY CURIOUS! We played a few rounds together and it was super eye opening! We had the pleasure of having Michael Tenant join the group chat to play with us this week. Michael is the Founder and CEO of curiosity lab and the game actually curious. He is an award-winning media, advertising, and nonprofit veteran for companies like MTV, VICE Media, P&G, CocaCola, and more. Early in his career, Michael struggled to find advocates and mentors that looked like him and cared to guide him during those early days. It is this lack of representation and mentorship that inspires his commitment to bringing opportunities to communities that need it most. Michael's long term ambition is to build a thriving integrated products, media, and services business, from communities of color and intended to unite the world. Please send us any questions to [email protected] or DM us on Instagram at BlackGirlsTexting Use code Curiousity to get 20% off the game as BGT listeners! Follow @actuallyc_rious and @c_riositylab

On this week's episode of Black Girls Texting, we are joined by actor, doula, healer, and mother Yaya DaCosta. We take a much needed moment to breathe and talk through many of the challenges we face as Black women through navigating the various chapters of life and stages of friendship, motherhood, and so much more. You dont want to miss this episode so tune in and tell us what you think! Follow Yaya to stay tuned on her upcoming work: @yayadacosta -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- As always, rate, comment and subscribe! It is so important as we continue to grow! The BGT Crew: @blackgirlstexting Chelsea: @chelspinky or @thewashingmachinequeen Glynn: @bedstuybrat Sade: find her on Raya (upgrade)

On this week's episode of Black Girls Texting, we chop it up with Marc Farrell, founder of Ten To One Rum (which the girls have already been sipping on all summer). We talk historic and Diasporic ties between Black Americans and Caribbeans; the importance of diversity in the boardroom; and Marc gives us some tips for leveling up your rum drinking experience (no longer must you be reminded of that time you blacked out on 151 in college). Follow Ten to One and cop a bottle: @tentoonerum Text Ten to One's Lime Line for drink recipes: 718-400-6987 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- As always, rate, comment and subscribe! It is so important as we continue to grow! The BGT Crew: @blackgirlstexting Chelsea: @chelspinky or @thewashingmachinequeen Glynn: @bedstuybrat Sade: find her on Raya (upgrade)

This week Chelsea, Glynn and Sade chat with Hannah Bronfman for the second time on Black Girls Texting all about identity, the Black Lives Matter civil rights movement, Juneteenth, forgiveness, growth, privilege, and our relationship with America! The episode is emotional honest and we thank Hannah again for joining us on Juneteenth 2020!