Tapping Into Your Feminine Energy
What is feminine energy? What is masculine? How do they impact the way we act, treat others and approach dating? Our girl Roshan meets Andrea V -aka @ThatGoddessEnergy - the life coach and blogger who meets and teaches other women on how to embrace our femininity and self-love. If you have an idea for a Dope Black Women podcast episode, or if there's a guest you would love to hear on our platf...
41m Sep 22, 2022
41m
The Blaxploitation Era and Representation of Women in Film w/ Mia Mask
This week, Leanne discovers more about Pam Grier and the Blaxploitation Era of Film. The curator of the Pam Grier Season at BFI, Professor Mia Mask sits down with Leanne to discuss the impact of Blaxploitation films on popular culture, the role that Pam Grier played in expanding the representation of Black women in film, and how the American and British film industry can continue to ensure accu...
41m Sep 14, 2022
41m
Dating in 2022! - Plead the Fifth Podcast Takeover
This week, Plead the Fifth takes over the Dope Black Women Podcast! Roshea and Mona share their dating and relationship stories in 2022! Together they share the effort, work, and dedication that it takes to build a successful relationship, the false narratives portrayed by social media, and the need to stay true to yourself throughout! @plead_the_fifth_podcast Our GDPR privacy policy was u...
56m Sep 08, 2022
56m
Meet The Girls Of Beast!
Beast is our new favourite action thriller - starring Idris Elba, a family of three must put their differences aside to survive a stalking vicious lion. This week our girl Leanne meets actors Iyana Halley and Leah Sava Jeffries - who star as teenage sisters Meredith and Norah. We talk the importance of Black make up and hair artists on set, working in South Africa and the future of film. Our ...
22m Sep 01, 2022
22m
Money and Family Trauma
Are you good with money? Does saving make you nervous? Where does this come from? @VangileMakwakwa is a coach helping people to understand how generational trauma impacts the way we think about money. In this episode our co-founder Roshan and Vangile sit down to discuss handling finances in a way that works for our mental health and our pockets. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8...
49m Aug 25, 2022
49m
Podding with Purpose- The Friends Pod Takeover
On this episode of The Friends Podcast x Dope Black Women collaboration, we start off by discussing ways we can increase our support for Black businesses and some of our struggles while trying to support them. Then we moved on to a conversation about how important it is, as Black men, to be allies to Black women in the same ways they are allies to us. We close this episode out by having a quick...
24m Aug 18, 2022
24m
Finding Your Freedom with @Cassiex1x
This week we meet Cassandra - a lifestyle and motivational blogger that our girl Roshan has been a fan of since day dot. On this episode we discuss how to break free from mental prisons, living with an ADHD diagnosis and why there’s no such thing as perfect. See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
42m Aug 11, 2022
42m
What does Roe v Wade mean for Black Women?
The fallout from the US Supreme Court ruling last month that overturned Roe vs Wade (https://www.newstatesman.com/tag/roe-v-wade) , a decision that had guaranteed safe, legal abortions in America since 1973, is being felt across the country, particularly Black women. This week, law professor, Carliss Chatman joins Leanne to discuss the impact of Roe v Wade. Carliss explains what the reversal m...
37m Jul 28, 2022
37m
Zeze Milz and the Road to Afro Nation!
This week, we sit down with Zeze Milz! One of our favourite guests returns to the Dope Black Women podcast to reflect on her journey as a cultural commentator. Together with Leanne, Zeze shares the peaks and pits of her journey, the excitement surrounding her involvement with Afro Nation, and what she hopes to achieve moving forward. In between all of that Zeze shares some real gems for us, par...
29m Jul 21, 2022
29m
Everyday Racism
This week our girl Roshan meets the founders of @EverydayRacism_ - sisters Natalie and Naomi - who have created a space to support, educate and inform on racial prejudice in the UK. Naomi and Natalie’s new book ‘The Mixed-Race Experience’ is out now, and explores identity and the impact of growing up as two women of colour in a white dominated area. In this episode Natalie and Naomi also mentio...
47m Jul 13, 2022
47m
Skincare is Self Care w/ SKNMUSE Owner Ezinne Iroanya
This week, Leanne has an inspiring conversation with the owner of Black-owned Luxury Skincare brand SKNMUSE, Ezinne Iroanya. With her love of skincare grounded in childhood memories of her mother and aunties slathering shea butter on her face, Ezinne developed SKNMUSE by listening to the Black Women in her life and community about what was missing from the market. Today, SKNMUSE has been used ...
43m Jul 07, 2022
43m
What to do when going to church isn't filling your cup - Grow Black Girl, Grow Podcast Takeover
This episode is for the girl who is going to church, but feels as though she still isn't getting what she needs. The sermon was great, but not applicable to her in this season of her life. In this episode, I shine a light on why we need God and therapy, too. I create a space where guilt is not of service but permission is grated to go see a therapist and still go to church, too. I even tell you...
18m Jun 30, 2022
18m
Self Care and Motherhood
Our girl Roshan wants to know more about becoming a first time mother. What are the practical ways you can prepare for giving birth? And how do you deal with a huge change in identity? In this episode we meet Chloe Pierre, the founder of @Thy.Self - a wellness platform for women of colour. See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
36m Jun 23, 2022
36m
"Justice needs to live everywhere" w/ Tenicka Boyd
On this week's episode, Leanne has an insightful conversation with multi-faceted social media influencer, activist, and fashionista, who works tirelessly to give Black women greater visibility across multiple areas. Tenicka shares insights about the intersection of justice, travel, and fashion, the power of leaning into our complexities as human beings, and how Black women can actually have it ...
46m Jun 16, 2022
46m
Peaceful Moment Podcast Takeover
This week, host of the Peaceful Moment Podcast, Jordan takes over the Dope Black Women podcast alongside his guest Maxxi, to bring a space for peace, reflection, and healing to Dope Black Women all over the globe. Together they discuss confidence in your craft and how to find your own internal source of motivation. Sit back, relax, and be peaceful. Check out the Peaceful moment podcast on In...
36m Jun 09, 2022
36m
The Eyewear Industry Have Disregarded The Black Community
Clare Kimeze, the co-owner of the world's first eyewear brand made to fit black and brown faces joins Roshan on this episode to share her brand story and her experience of navigating racism within the eyewear industry. You can purchase a pair of glasses here via kimeze (http://www.kimeze.com/)  and stay in touch via social media @kimeze See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out i...
24m Jun 02, 2022
24m
The Eyewear Industry Have Disregarded The Black Community
Clare Kimeze, the co-owner of the world's first eyewear brand made to fit black and brown faces joins Roshan on this episode to share her brand story and her experience of navigating racism within the eyewear industry. You can purchase a pair of glasses here via kimeze (http://www.kimeze.com/)  and stay in touch via social media @kimeze See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out i...
24m Jun 02, 2022
24m
The Eyewear Industry has Disregarded The Black Community
Clare Kimeze, the co-owner of the world's first eyewear brand made to fit black and brown faces joins Roshan on this episode to share her brand story and her experience of navigating racism within the eyewear industry. You can purchase a pair of glasses here via kimeze (http://www.kimeze.com/)  and stay in touch via social media @kimeze See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out i...
24m Jun 02, 2022
24m
Emancipating yourself from Mental Slavery w/ Dr Shauna Knox
This week, Leanne sits down with Dr. Shauna Knox to talk about her book "Engaging Currere Toward Decolonization: Negotiating Black Womanhood through Autobiographical Analysis" This love letter to Black Women explores the colonisation of Black Caribbean Women as the subconscious and coerced conformity to white standards and norms; the gradual loss of self through abandonment of language, hairst...
1hr 16m May 26, 2022
1hr 16m
Let's Meet Ropa!
Dope Black Women have teamed up with Air BnB to explore the importance of reconnecting with nature, and getting out of our comfort zones. The dream team - aka co-founders Leanne and Roshan, plus our PR lead Ropa, head to East Sussex for the weekend to discuss friendships, boundaries and self-improvement. See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
53m May 19, 2022
53m
Is Therapy For Me? With @MyEasyTherapy
Dr Michaela Dunbar is a clinical psychologist who has made a name for herself online with the platform @MyEasyTherapy. She's on a one-woman mission to make conversations on mental health and well-being open and accessible to all. Our girl Roshan chats to Michaela about her new book 'You Got This' and practical tips for entering therapy. See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out in...
43m May 12, 2022
43m
We the Talentless Takeover
This week, our takeover hosts, Randy & Victoria, provide the tips, tools and advice to prepare them for a better professional future. In particular, they talk about what it means and how to be a Dope Black Woman in today’s creative professional landscape.   Keep up with everything we do @DopeBlackWomen on Twitter and Facebook, and @DopeBlackWomen1 on Instagram. + Victoria: http://instagram.co...
34m May 05, 2022
34m
Don't Pop That Spot!
Do you live with acne? How has it impacted your life, relationships and confidence? In this episode our girl Shan explores why the most common skin condition in the world gets so deep. Our guest this week is journalist and digital content creator Afia Kufuor - who is also behind the acne positivity page @DontPopThatSpot. See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
50m Apr 21, 2022
50m
Meet Molly Jensen- A Curator of Cultural Retention
In this episode, Leanne sits down with Molly Jensen, CEO of Afripods, the home of African Podcasting- an innovative, functional and user-friendly platform for podcasters, listeners, and advertisers focused on the worlds fastest growing digital continent Africa. Together they discuss the power and impact of the continent through storytelling and the power of podcasting and technology to amplify...
1hr 3m Apr 07, 2022
1hr 3m
It's A Tall Girls World Takeover - Dealing with Insecurity
This week Danieka Thompson of It's a Tall Girls World Podcast, shares her thoughts about insecurities - we all have them. they make us question ourselves...and the impact of representation and being able to see ourselves reflected in those around us. Instagram: itsatallgirlsworld The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about bringing black women together to discuss the topics that matter to us, c...
21m Mar 31, 2022
21m
Are you a love addict?
Shena Tubbs is a licensed therapist and coach - specialising in helping women with love addiction, love avoidance, and love deprivation, and the trauma that leads into them. Shena is also the founder of @BlackGirlsHeal - a community space to have these conversations. In this episode, Roshan finds the answers on how to heal from love. See https://acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out infor...
47m Mar 24, 2022
47m
The Undherrated Podcast Takeover
This week Hannah from the Undherrated Podcast kicked things off with a brief review of Queen Naija's new single/music video with Big Sean, "Hate Our Love" and Shenseea's new single featuring 21 Savage, "R U That". She also gave her thoughts on the latest S2E7 of Euphoria and the rumours of drama with Sam Levinson on set, Love is Blind and the portrayal of women of colour on reality television, ...
1hr 40m Mar 17, 2022
1hr 40m
A word from some Dope Black Men - Dating and Relationships across the Diaspora
This week, Leanne puts. 3 Dope Black men in the hot seat by asking anonymously submitted questions from the Dope Black Women community. We discuss everything from the cultural taboos of oral sex in the Caribbean community to the cultural norms around cheating. Let's hear what Henry, Dominic and Peter have to say! Henry Robinson - @oh_henry Dominic @soambitioiusdom Find out more about this we...
1hr 35m Mar 12, 2022
1hr 35m
A Guide To Boundaries
Do you struggle to put yourself first? Are you a natural people pleaser? Have no fear, we're here to help. In this episode, Roshan meets psychologist Dr Adia Gooden; an expert in embracing self-worth. Find out more about this week's guest @DrAdiaGooden on Instagram. Keep up with everything we do @DopeBlackWomen on Twitter and Facebook, and @DopeBlackWomen1 on Instagram. See https://acast.com...
48m Mar 03, 2022
48m
Fat, Black, Blind, Sexy, Single Mother of 1
This is a hilarious takeover episode from the Joy's World podcast. She breaks down why she calls herself a Fat, Black, Blind, Sexy, Single Mother of 1 and talks about what it's like being on the blind spectrum but not always feeling blind enough. Joy’s World the Podcast is available on Spotify, Apple podcast & Soundcloud. You can connect with joy on Insta @joyswaorldthepodcast and Twitter @joy...
36m Feb 24, 2022
36m
The Night Woman w/ Julene Robinson & Buntu
Take a Deep Breath..relax...In this episode, Leanne and her guests, Julene Robinson and Buntu, explore the notion of Black women healing to move beyond the state of resilience and merely surviving, to thriving and living a fully expressed life of authenticity and joy, through the lens of the Night Woman The Night Woman, created by Julene Robinson and inspired by her grandmother, is a powerful...
1hr Feb 17, 2022
1hr
Queens Of Sheba and Racist Nightclub Culture
In 2015, the London nightclub Dstrkt was accused of having a racist door policy. It sparked a conversation around high end clubs and their attitudes towards women of colour; particularly dark-skinned Black women. Playwright @TheJessHagan was inspired, and put together ‘Queens Of Sheba’ - which tells the story of four Black girlfriends and their different experiences with clubbing. Jessica joins...
40m Feb 10, 2022
40m
It's a Mission , not a Competition- Jamaican Dadz Podcast Takeover
This week the Jamaican Dadz take over our podcast! Two of the Four Jamaican Dadz, jump on the Dope Black Women platform to share stories of allyship between women and men, how they can work collaboratively to be better parents, and they even share some tips on how men can be better fathers Instagram/Twitter: @Jamaicandadzpodcast The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about sharing and celebratin...
40m Feb 03, 2022
40m
Unpacking the Mystery of Endometriosis
This week, Leanne is joined by her gynaecologist, Dr Kevin Henry to explore her journey with endometriosis. They unpack exactly what endometriosis does to the body, the treatment options for this hidden disease and why it is so important for medical professionals to not dismiss or misdiagnose Black women's pain. Dr. Kevin Henry has been practicing medicine for over twelve years specializing in...
56m Jan 27, 2022
56m
The 25+ Club
Roshan is joined by two of her closest friends to reflect on life since turning 25. What have they let go of and what would they tell their younger self and what are they now looking for in their romantic relationships? The Dope Black Women Podcast is all about sharing stories of Black women from around the world. These are our voices, our experiences. Presented by @Leebeeja from Jamaica, Sout...
48m Jan 20, 2022
48m
That's on Period!
On this week's episode, our South African community lead, Romantha Botha speaks to Candice Chirwa, also known as The Minister of Menstruation on social media. They discuss the challenges menstruators in South Africa face, myths around the period,the impact of social media and her hopes for the future.  Keep up with everything we do @DopeBlackWomen on Twitter and Facebook, and @DopeBlackWomen1 ...
44m Jan 13, 2022
44m
Feminine Hygiene - The Milf and Honey Podcast Takeover
As we recently announced we will be having podcast takeovers EVERY MONTH to champion our fellow Black women and Black non-binary podcasters. For our first takeover of 2022, you can prepare yourself for three funny, confident and outspoken women spilling tea (or milk lol) on all their life experiences. With no limits to what they discuss join; Grace Bakare (@graciebakare), Maxi J (@maxxi_jayy) a...
1hr 17m Jan 05, 2022
1hr 17m
Music is the shorthand of Emotion w/ Kimmy Lue & Kimshizzle
This week, Leanne sits down with 2 of her closest friends, Kimmy Lue & Kimshizzle to dissect their unbridled love for music from Dope Black Women artists. Along the way, they explore the concept of love, female empowerment and identity, and the power of vulnerability.  Playlist: Lauryn Hill - Doo Wop Fantasia - When I See You Patti Labelle- If Only You knew Janet Jackson - Again Leela Jam...
1hr 4m Dec 30, 2021
1hr 4m
Switching it up!
Hey everyone! Just sharing a quick message to highlight the changes being made to the podcast. If you would like to be featured in one of our podcast takeover episodes, which will be happening each month, hit us up and let us know! We have had some amazing platforms takeover from our Dope Black Women community all over the globe already! We look forward to hearing from you! The Dope Black Wo...
1hr 3m Dec 23, 2021
1hr 3m
Switching it Up!
Hey everyone! Just sharing a quick message to highlight the changes being made to the podcast. If you would like to be featured in one of our podcast takeover episodes, which will be happening each month, hit us up and let us know! We have had some amazing platforms takeover from our Dope Black Women community all over the globe already! We look forward to hearing from you! The Dope Black Wo...
2m Dec 23, 2021
2m
Let me focus and face my front ft Bisi Akins
Trigger warning: Suicide at 52 minutes Roshan catches up with Bisi Akins the creator of Selfie (@selfielondon) to talk about authenticity and embracing who you are. From starting their natural hair journey and using Plantmade to comparison being the thief of their joy and being a modern British Nigerian woman. You can follow Dope Black Women @dopeblackwomen1 on Instagram and @dopeblackwomen o...
1hr 14m Dec 15, 2021
1hr 14m
Let me focus and face my front ft Bisi Akins
Trigger warning: Suicide at 52 minutes Roshan catches up with Bisi Akins the creator of Selfie (@selfielondon) to talk about authenticity and embracing who you are. From starting their natural hair journey and using Plantmade to comparison being the thief of their joy and being a modern British Nigerian woman. You can follow Dope Black Women @dopeblackwomen1 on Instagram and @dopeblackwomen o...
1hr 14m Dec 15, 2021
1hr 14m
"Ke Dezemba" At Home
Decembers in South Africa are more than a month or a holiday - its a lifestyle! This week our community lead in South Africa, Romantha Botha and Youtuber and multimedia storyteller, Thando Hlope, chats about the good, the bad and the ugly of spending the festive season with family. From setting financial and personal boundaries to how to navigate triggers. You don't wanna miss this one. 
54m Dec 09, 2021
54m
The She Brigade Takeover
This week The She Brigade podcast from South Africa talks tech vs real life! Founder and business analyst, Pelontle Mosimege chats to software engineer and founder of Indoni Developers, Onalerona Mosimege about how values in the tech industry can apply to real life experiences. Get ready for a different podcast full of tech lingo and life lessons!! 
44m Nov 25, 2021
44m
Black Girls Surf too!
This week Leanne chats with Rhonda Harper, Founder of Black Girls Surf and Imani Wilmot, Founder of Surf Girls Jamaica to find out more about the increasing interest of Black Women in surfing.  Together, they talk about the importance of representation in surfing, the healing power of being in the water, and the intentions they set for themselves to make history by kicking down closed doors in ...
54m Nov 18, 2021
54m
Should I be scared of motherhood?
Roshan opens up to Nina, the founder of Dope Black Mums, about her anxieties of becoming a mum. Nina speaks about her experience of motherhood, gives practical tips on tackling fears and overcoming outdated parenting practices. From excessive childcare fees to going to a Beyonce concert with a baby they explore what it's like being a new mum. You can follow Dope Black Mums @Dopeblackmums on Ins...
43m Nov 11, 2021
43m
Introducing Sacred BDSM with Kerline Astre
This week Romantha chats to sensual dominant, non-binary and BDSM practitioner Kerline Astre about what sacred BDSM is, sex the energy, how to introduce BDSM play into your life/relationship and so much more. 
50m Nov 04, 2021
50m
The Fish Tea podcast Takeover!
It’s a takeover! Our friends from the Fish Tea Podcast are serving us HOT fish tea all the way from Jamaica ! Listen as they have a chit chat about life, intersectionality, and the importance of allyship across minorities. Twitter Emme - @TeraLepido Lanvell - @_lanvell Kareem - @theKareemWillis IG Emme - @emme_kristi Lanvell - @_lanvell Kareem - @thekareemwillis
40m Oct 28, 2021
40m
Creating a Legacy for the next Generation w/ Danusia Francis & Kapari
The sisterhood was in the air for this episode! This week Leanne has a chat with Danusia Francis, British-born Jamaican gymnast and Kapari, professional Ghanian tennis player and one of our own Dope Black Women members :).   Together they share stories of being young Black women in predominantly white sports, making the choice to represent countries outside of the UK and the aspirations they ...
41m Oct 20, 2021
41m
Failure cannot be your identity ft Tiwa Lola
Roshan talks to the amazing Tiwa (founder of Confidence and Killing It) for an empowering conversation about overcoming impostor syndrome, bouncing back from rock bottom, managing limiting beliefs and becoming the most confident version of yourself. Monthly wins tracker - https://www.confidentandkillingit.com/shop/monthly-wins-tracker You can follow Dope Black Women @dopeblackwomen1 on Instag...
40m Oct 13, 2021
40m