After being consistently left out of wellness conversations, Be Well Sis is a podcast dedicated to providing resources for Black millennial women to be their best selves physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Hosted by Dr. Cassandre Dunbar, the conversations are candid, informative, and unapologetic. Join us!
Today’s conversation features registered dietitian Jen Scheinman. She shares insights on perimenopause and its impact on our general health. Tune in to find out what Jen recommends for muscle support and hormone balance, alongside what supplements can help support the body during these changes. They also discuss the importance of prioritizing your health, speaking up about your needs, and finding practitioners who listen.
In this episode, PTO Nomad Sharinda Williams-Simmons shares her journey from news reporter to travel enthusiast & self-care advocate. The conversation delves into the significance of planning travel for mental well-being and the systemic issues affecting the perception of African heritage globally.
This episode is filled with insightful conversations, personal anecdotes, and valuable lessons that will resonate with anyo...
In this episode, we speak with Brit Barron, author of "Do You Still Talk to Grandma? When the Problematic People in Our Lives Are the Ones That We Love." We discussed Brit’s experiences growing up in a religious household and the challenges of maintaining relationships with family members who hold differing values, especially regarding LGBTQ+ issues. Brit shares insights on deconstructing faith, embracing complexity ...
Lisa Woolfork shares her journey of creating Black Women Stitch as a sewing community where Black women can be fully themselves. She discusses the catalyst for starting the community,and the importance of community and the need for spaces where Black women can feel seen, safe, and cherished.
Guest Spotlight:
Lisa Woolfork (she/her) is a sewist, podcaster, community organizer and scholar. She is the founder of Black Wo...
We’ll All Be Free: Unlearning White Supremacy Culture for Collective Healing with Caroline J. Sumlin
Today’s conversation features Caroline J Sumlin - the author of 'We'll All Be Free' and explores the concept of white supremacy culture. This culture is rooted in the history of colonization, the transatlantic slave trade, and is woven into the fabric of American society.
Guest Spotlight: Caroline is a passionate advocate for liberation from oppressive systems that undermine our collective humanity. With a personal story m...
Today’s episode features the co-founder of Oyin Handmade- Jamyla Bennu. She shares her journey of building a successful natural hair and body care business, the importance of community and how it shaped her business, as well as navigating a business partnership with her husband.
Our conversation beautifully highlights the role of her partner in balancing the demands of running a business and raising a family, as well as the...
Re-introducing Be Well Sis, a podcast for Black millennial women to be their best selves physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
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Be Well Sis is hosted by Dr Cassandre Dunbar. The show is edited, mixed and produced by Megan Hayward and Reem ...
We’re back! In this episode, I relive my transformative journey through Kenya, mainland Tanzania, and Zanzibar. From the bustling streets of Arusha to the serene beaches of Zanzibar, this experience reshaped my perspective on wellness, heritage, and the resilience of Black women.
Check out the past episode featuring Dr. Tameka Jackson here
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ADHD is not a male disorder, but men and boys are diagnosed far more commonly than women and girls. Let's talk about it.
Articles about ADHD in women:
Guest Feature:
Taylor turned being bad at self-care—and being firmly convinced of every human’s potential—into a career. She’s the founder of media company&nb...
In this episode, therapist and author Bianca Hughes joins the host to discuss her experience with a personal diagnosis. Bianca shares her story of being told she may have herpes over 20 years ago and the subsequent shame, stigma, and fear she faced. Despite not receiving an official diagnosis, she grappled with the implications it could have on her relationships. Tune in to hear Bianca's journey and how she navigated throu...
Life is very short and we have to do what must be done in the now.- Audre Lorde
Today's episode features a rich conversation that started out as one focused on cannabis as self-care but evolved into an even greater conversation on our community at large.
Guest Feature:
DeJanae is the founder of Green Goddess Glow—a platform where cannabis, fungi, and other plant medicines are reimagined as wellness tools for ...
Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do. - Brene Brown
Guest Feature:
Meghan Watson is a psychotherapist, writer, consultant, and content creator who is focused on helping you get connected to your best self. She specializes in helping people understand their emotions, and develop the necessary insights to grow into exactly who they want to be. She focuses prima...
I’m in my mid-thirties. At this point in life, I’m quite familiar with the ebbs and flows of friendships. Over the years, we’ve outgrown childhood friends and made new ones throughout high school and college. But one of the skills we seem to lose a grasp on in adulthood is how to make new friends and navigate friendship breakups.
Enter Danielle Bayard Jackson. Danielle is a friendship expert on a mission to help women ...
Many know Necole as the successful former celebrity blogger of Necole Bitchie and media mogul of xoNecole- however, similar to most women, she spent years overworking, skipping meals, and forgetting to prioritize self-care while hustling her way to success in an unhealthy way. And her periods were debilitating! After learning about hormonal imbalances and their very real impacts on our reproductive health, she la...
Some exciting changes are happening at Be Well Sis, but in the meantime, enjoy some of our favourite episodes!
Guest Feature:
Dr. Joy Harden Bradford is the founder/creator of Therapy for Black Girls podcast and community. Her work focuses on making mental health topics more relevant and accessible for Black women, and she delights in using pop culture to illustrate psychological concepts. Named by Glamour as a Game Cha...
Today we’re taking a trip down memory lane as we discuss our first periods and how we can challenge the norms regarding those conversations with the younger generation.
Guest Spotlight:
Co-founder Dana Roberts worked as an educator for over 20 years. One year while teaching 5th grade, half of the girls started their period in her class! Unfortunately, most of them were scared and unprepared. So, she decided to stitch tog...
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Guest Spotlight:
Prentis is a writer, embodiment facilitator, political organizer, and therapist. They are the Founder and Director of The Embodiment Institute, and the host of the new podcast, Becoming the People. For the last ten years, Prentis has practiced and taught somatics in social movement organizations and offered embodied practice during moments of s...
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month; this episode dives into the interconnectedness of our mental and physical well-being.
Articles Mentioned:
What is the Mind-Body Connection?
The mind-body connection: not just a theory anymore
Therapy Resour...
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Guest Spotlight:
Alicia Coulter, MPH, MSW is the is a highly sought after advocate and public speaker focusing her work in protecting the lives of Black women. She is also the CEO & Co-Founder of AHN Foundation, a nonprofit that is committed to providing Safe Spaces for Black Women™ and health including equity and inclusive services to the Black c...
Anna shares insights into her upbringing and the influences that led to the creation of Second Sunday, providing a glimpse into the world of black Lutheran and missionary Baptist churches. Tune in to learn more about Anna's journey and the significance of Second Sunday in addressing important narratives within the church community. She emphasized that religion is often associated with control and power, historically being ...
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