Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn
This is what the world needs now: two free-thinking “seasoned” Black women speaking their truth and inspiring others to do the same. Shaped by 45 years of friendship that began at the prestigious Brooklyn Technical High School through the Ivy League, medical school, marriages, divorces, triumphs, parenting queer children, life-threatening illness and many many amazing adventures. Each week, besties Leslie Osei-Tutu and Angella Fraser will push against boundaries in love, culture, careers, faith, politics and out-dated assumptions about women of a certain age. Remember, you’re never too old to change your mind…or your hair! (but more on that later :-)All views are our own and do not reflect the views of our institution/company. Information provided is not intended to serve as medical advice.
Black Boomer Besties from Brooklyn
Latest Episodes
Ep198 In the Midst of Deep Grief
Death is the one certainty many of us spend a lifetime dodging and when it arrives, it can leave families overwhelmed, unprepared and emotionally broken.This week we’re recording in the middle of real grief after Angella loses ...
Ep197 Good Intentions That Miss The Mark
We start this week’s episode with shoutouts to listener comments and a real-life look at some of the logistical considerations behind Angella’s recent move to Panama. Then we get more serious with a deeper talk about how “good in...
Ep196 Don’t change your dreams, change your circle
A missed flight, the need for an extra suitcase, and a room full of Black women celebrating each other at this year’s Exodus Summit International Meetup in Panama is where our conversation starts, but it quickly turns into something deeper.&...
Ep195 How I’m Living in Panama City
We’re together in Panama! It’s the first time Les is seeing Angi’s new apartment in real life and you get to see it too! Panama City is perfect for a “soft landing”, full of sky scrapers and the conveniences of the US but it’s only one part ...
Ep194 A Black Naval Officer Tells The Truth About War And Gratitude
We bring Angi’s older brother, Mark, on the mic for family stories that quickly turn into an unfiltered look at life as the only Black officer on a naval ship and what war at sea does to your mind and your priorities. We laugh about Brooklyn...