The Napkin In Between
Welcome to The Napkin In Between Podcast where we dive into social commentary, personal life, politics, & everything in between. The Napkin In Between Podcast delivers necessary hard truths, but don't worry...we'll give you a napkin to soften the blow!
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Episodes
32 episodes
Sometimes It's Okay To Shut The F*ck Up...
The journey toward authentic self-expression online isn't easy, especially for those from marginalized communities. In this candid episode, I open up about my recent creative project that unexpectedly resonated with so many of you, and how much...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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20:42
I Fell In Love With My Psychiatrist....????
Finding your voice can be one of life's most challenging yet essential skills. As a former therapist with a master's degree in social work, I offer a unique perspective on the viral TikTok controversy where a woman claims her psychiatrist recip...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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31:48
Kenny, When I Catch You...
Trust betrayed, time wasted, and the painful reality of being used—this episode, we dive into the shocking breakup between Kenny Rodriguez and JaNa Craig from Love Island Season 6. What appeared to be a beautiful love story spanning nearly a ye...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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30:01
Steven Colbert, South Park, & Censorship: What's Really Going On?
Freedom of speech is under attack, and I'm not staying silent about it. Just as I've reached 2,100 subscribers by being authentically myself, I'm witnessing escalating censorship that should alarm everyone who values free expression.My ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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30:18
Love Island, Hate Machine: Black Women and Reality TV Villains
The villainization of Black women in media isn't new, but the recent treatment of Love Island USA contestants Chelley and Olandria offers a powerful case study in how this harmful pattern continues today.When major outlets like Time Mag...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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38:00
Nicolandria and the Power of Being Gentle: Reflections on Love Island
We've all heard about "putting yourself first," but for Black women, that concept often feels foreign or even forbidden. This week, I'm diving deep into what it truly means for Black women to prioritize themselves in a world that constantly dem...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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38:06
The Joy of Unsticking Yourself
What does it truly mean to embrace your identity entirely, without reservation or apology? In this candid exploration of Black joy and self-acceptance, we dive deep into the transformative power of recognizing your own worth in a world that oft...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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40:06
Straight Up NOT Having A Good Time...
Sometimes the weight of the world becomes too heavy, and we struggle to find even one thing that brings us joy. That's exactly where I found myself this week, sitting in front of my microphone for over an hour, unable to identify a single momen...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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30:54
No One Is "Illegal" On Stolen Land!!!!!!!
The warmth of summer brings a curious duality – the freedom to embrace joy juxtaposed against a backdrop of urgent social issues. In this candid conversation, I reflect on how kicking off summer with Beyoncé's concert and experiencing Gov Ball'...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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29:51
The Privilege Paradox: Recognizing Systemic Oppression Across Different Groups
Have you ever wondered why speaking truth comes with such a high price tag in the content creation world? As I celebrate reaching 112k followers just one month after rebuilding my TikTok presence, I'm struck by the beautiful paradox of authenti...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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30:27
My Cowboy Carter Tour Experience!!!!!!!!
The moment Beyoncé took the stage and said "there's a lot of talking going on," the tears started flowing. Not just because I was witnessing the artist of our generation, but because her live vocals were an exact match to her studio recordings—...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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27:45
PROTECT BLACK WOMEN!!!!!!!
Strength looks different for every survivor. When Cassie took the stand to testify against Diddy, when Halle Bailey sought a restraining order against DDG, when Megan Thee Stallion refused to be silenced—they showed us courage in action while f...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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27:43
Summer is Coming, But The Cookout is CANCELED Indefinitely!!!!
Cancel Zues Network, Cancel the cookout, CANCEL EVERYTHING!!!!! I had an entirely different thing to talk about today, but my morning scroll through social media revealed content that demanded immediate attention—a reality where Emmett Till's n...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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23:42
I FINALLY DID THE BIG CHOP!!!!!
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you faced your biggest fear? That's exactly what I did when I finally shaved my head after years of anxiety and hesitation. What followed was nothing short of transformative.Growing up as a Bl...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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35:28
The Girls Are Fighting…
The beautiful arrival of spring weather and the healing power of a stranger's psychic reading set the stage for our deeper dive into a troubling conflict dividing Black communities online. As my palm reader wisely noted that my defensive walls ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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21:43
I'm Quitting TikTok...
Ever felt like you're screaming into the void while the walls keep closing in? That's exactly what it's like being a Black creator trying to combat racism on platforms designed to silence you.When I started creating content in October 2...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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36:51
Navigating The Music Industry & Creating Clear Boundaries with Sam Champagne
Sam Champagne sits down with us to pull back the curtain on her multifaceted career as a producer, sound engineer, singer, and songwriter. With disarming honesty, she reveals how her musical journey began at just 8 years old, experimenting with...
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59:59
There Is A SERIOUS ATTACK On Motherhood!!!!!!
TW: THERE IS MENTION OF MISCARRIAGE IN THIS EPISODE!! VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED!!!! Also, sorry the audio is a little crispy, I like to think it was the spirit of Eric Mays with us on the pod. RIP to a real one.What happens when we mi...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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26:22
Home Visits, Headstones, & Homophobes: WWDD?!
Family can be our greatest source of love or our most painful source of hurt. In this candid episode, I dive into my recent Atlanta trip to celebrate my Nephew's 12th birthday – a milestone that's left me emotional as I watch the little boy who...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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43:03
I WAS SENT A CEASE & DESIST!!!!!!
Rent must be due!!!! In today's episode, let's talk about my experience receiving an AI-generated cease and desist letter from a content creator desperate for attention and relevancy.The fake legal document (complete with misspellings an...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:18
Unpacking Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Protest
Join me in today's episode as we do an in-depth analysis of Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime performance—my current "Roman Empire" that I can't stop thinking about. This wasn't just entertainment; it was revolution televised. From the openi...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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48:55
What "Radicalized" Me?
What happens when the affirmations you give to a child become the mirror that transforms how you see yourself? In this deeply personal episode, I unpack my journey from internalized racism to radical self-love, sparked by an unexpected source –...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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30:13
Fighting for Justice: The Legacy of Daisy Bates
In today's episode, we take a powerful journey into history by focusing on the life of Daisy Bates. As an unsung hero of the Civil Rights Movement, Daisy's advocacy for the Little Rock Nine showcases her unwavering strength in the face of adver...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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17:07
The BlacKkKlansman: Ron Stallworth and Unmaksing The KKK
In today's episode, we unravel the audacious undercover operation led by Ron Stallworth, a black detective who infiltrated the Ku Klux Klan in the 1970s. With his partner Chuck taking on the in-person meetings, Stallworth's bold tactics exposed...
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27:48
Pioneers of Change: The Legacy of The Freedom House Ambulance Service
Join me in today's episode as we journey back to the 1960s to honor the unsung heroes of the Freedom House Ambulance Service in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania . These pioneers, despite facing systemic racism, revolutionized emergency medical care for...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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23:54