Fresh Out the Cocoon Podcast

Fresh Out the Cocoon Podcast

The podcast that gets real about being Black, being fat, and being fabulous all at the same damn time! Fresh Out the Cocoon is a breath of fresh air for those ready to take life by the horns and live unapologetically!

Episodes

My Body Politic w/ Danni aka Amapoundcake

August 9, 2020 • 36 mins
Danni, creator of Amapoundcake stopped by to talk about her journey to fat acceptance and her work as an educator and activist in this space! From going viral twerking to critically looking at how the Black community does not show up for fat Black folx like we should, we cover it all! You can find Danni at amapoundcake.com or as @amapoundcake on IG, FB & Twitter!
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Liberation through Food w/ Veronica Garnett

July 12, 2020 • 48 mins
For this episode, I sat down with Veronica Garnett, a Health at Every Size (HAES), fat-positive and culinary registered dietician to talk about her journey to body acceptance and how it shows up in her work! You can follow her on IG and check out her website at veronicagarnett.com
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Fit, Fat, & Unbothered with Power-lifter Kanoelani Patterson

June 13, 2020 • 34 mins
For episode 4, I sat down with power-lifter Kanoelani Patterson to discuss her journey to body acceptance through power lifting and her life experiences. Kanoelani is best known as @yamalo17 on Instagram as she uses her platform to dispel myths about what larger bodies can do while serving as representation for the next generation. You can find Kanoelani on Instagram and Twitter at: @yamalo17 For a transcription of the episode, p...
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Season 3, Ep. 3 - Finding Myself Through Creativity with Marlena Jones

May 17, 2020 • 44 mins
I'm baaaaack! This week Marlena Jones, founder of Marlena Jones Illustration, stopped by to talk about how acceptance of her body has spilled over into her business and made her a better artist! You have probably seen her work as she is the lead designer for the Fat Mermaids brand. You can find Marlena's work at: Web - marlenajonesillustration.com IG - @marlensjonesillustration FB - Marlena Jones- Illustration
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Merbabes, Unite!

April 22, 2019 • 40 mins
This month's episode welcomes, Che Monique the founder of Society of Fat Mermaids. Chè is a lifelong fatty. She grew up absorbing messages that she was, “fat, Black and ugly,” and “The Fat Friend.” As a teen she started the unlearning process. Through a lot of time in the mirror, learning and performing first bellydance, then burlesque and now mermaiding, Chè learned to love her body, and its impact on the world. Chè has dedicated ...
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What it Means to be Curve Conscious w/ Adrienne Ray

March 3, 2019 • 41 mins
Season 3 kicks off with a bang! What y'all know about Curve Conscious?!? Guest Adrienne Ray stopped by to chat and discuss what it's like having the ONLY plus-size consignment shop in the city of Philadelphia! About Curve Conscious: Curve Conscious, recently named one of the best women’s boutiques in Philadelphia by Philly.com, is more than just the city’s first plus-size resale store. Owner, Adrienne Ray, has turned her Breweryt...
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From Research to Practice w/ Dr. Lenese Stephens

October 7, 2018 • 43 mins
For episode 6, I sat down with Dr. Lenese Stephens, a native of Alexandria, VA. Dr. Stephens has earned all of her honorary degrees from George Mason and Argosy University, and her research focuses on demystifying the correlation that fat = depressed among Black women. Most recently, Dr. Stephens has started her own practice in counseling, gearing her work towards plus-sized clients, providing a space for us to share our thoughts ...
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"Defying Stereotypes and Gravity" w/ Ro'Yale aka Da Queen of Curves

September 2, 2018 • 45 mins
Ro'Yale aka Da Queen of Curves stopped by to have a chat! We chopped it up about her career in pole dancing as a plus size dancer, how her life has changed since going viral, and what she does to continue to excel in spite of haters. Ro’Yale's bio: Da Queen of Curves is a plus-size certified pole dance instructor and entrepreneur. With over 35 million internet views, it's safe to say the world has seen her serenade the pole provin...
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Fat is Good for Business w/ Jai Mobley of Fat Mermaids

August 5, 2018 • 33 mins
It was super fun having Jai Mobley, founder of Fat Mermaids stop by to discuss her journey of entrepreneurship! Fat Mermaids is quickly becoming a plus size household name that caters to individuals who want to express how they feel through what they wear without apology! Check Jai out on the following platforms: Website: shopfatmermaids.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shopfatmermaids IG: @fat.mermaids
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Replacing Old Visions & Making Room for the New with Aja B. Stubbs

July 1, 2018 • 50 mins
When do you know it's time to shift gears in your vision? How do you find your place in a world that delights in cookie-cutter replications of itself? Ms. Aja B stopped by the podcast to break it down by telling us about her our journey to self-acceptance in entrepreneurship! Aja's links: bigbeautifulyoupodcast.com IG: @bigbeautifulyoupdcast & @msajab
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Channeling My Own Spiritual Awakening with Malaika Salaam

June 3, 2018 • 56 mins
For episode 2, I teamed up with Malaika Salaam of Purple Hair and Converse to discuss spirituality and how being Black and fat has impacted this journey. We share some great ideas and laughs about finding our own paths to freedom through spiritual guidance. Find Malaika: FB - Purple Hair and Converse IG - @purplehairandonverse/ @lifeintheintersection
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My Confidence Doesn't Need Your Validation

May 6, 2018 • 42 mins
Season 2 kicks off today with an interview featuring none other than the fabulous, Erica Ware! Join me and the "Confidence Coach" as we talk about our lived experiences in these Black fat bodies and how confidence is a gift that springs from the beauty inside of you. No validation needed!
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Episode 14 - Black Fat Girls Deserve a Place at the Table!

December 31, 2017 • 19 mins
It's the last day of the year aka my birthday! Join me as I do a quick year in review and offer some encouragement to my folk as we embark on the greatness that is 2018!
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Episode 13 - I'm No Mammy, But Nurturing Is My Thing!

December 17, 2017 • 42 mins
Finding peace within yourself and your own identity is imperative! In this episode, I discuss the ways that being Black, fat, and caring can lead to labels (like that of a mammy) being placed on us that are undeserved. I also share information on what I do to help maintain balance as a nurturer and giver to avoid burnout!
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Episode 12 - Making Body Peace: An Interview with Ivy Felicia

December 3, 2017 • 38 mins
Is it REALLY possible to accept your body at any size? Does your body lose its worth if it's been through trauma? What about if you look in the mirror and don't like what you see? Join me & The Body Relationship Coach, Ivy Felicia for the first episode of December as we discuss the importance of making peace with your body, her journey to body acceptance, and so much more!
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Episode 11 - Fattitude Premiere Review

November 5, 2017 • 45 mins
For this episode, I headed out to Brooklyn for the premiere of Fattitude the movie! After 2 hours of happy and somber moments, I headed home to record my thoughts. This is what I had to say!
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Episode 10 - To Cuff or not to Cuff: Vagina Strong w/ Cecily Alexandria

October 15, 2017 • 63 mins
This week I'm back with comedian and author, Cecily Alexandria as we discuss "cuffing season" and her new book, Vagina Strong: Faith, sex and life through the journey of a virgin.
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Episode 9 - My Voice & My Fat Make a Helluva Combination!

October 2, 2017 • 94 mins
This week's episode features fat activist, Tiana Dodson as we laugh in between issues about fat activism abroad, her journey to self-acceptance and the fat activism conference.
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Episode 8 - The Gift of Authenticity: Using Your Super Power

September 3, 2017 • 39 mins
What does it mean to be "real?" Have you spent time unearthing the treasure that rests on the inside of you? Perhaps you are still wondering where you fit or how to better connect with others? Join me in this episode as I'll be addressing how authenticity is not only a gift but imperative to your mental health and quality of life.
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Episode 7 - "Some Like it Nerdy!" Interview w/ Nichelle Gunby

August 20, 2017 • 64 mins
It was great to have Nichelle on the show! Nichelle Gunby from "Some like it NERDY" blog is featured in episode 7 where we talk comics, movies, blerding, Comic Con, and what it's like being in these arenas as a fat Black woman!!
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