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  • Are You 'Bout That Polyamorous Life?

    Are You 'Bout That Polyamorous Life?
    Mar 10 2025
    Kofi Siriboe, the chocolate brotha who played Ralph Angel in Queen Sugar and is in the current season of Harlem as Seth, recently became part of a headline because he said he practices ethical non-monogamy. Singer Ne-Yo has also made some headlines recently for having four girlfriends. So what is it? And is this what we're doing now? Shannon breaks down polyamory and what it entails, and the girls discuss whether they are really about that life.Bring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache! Visit our Sponsor...Are you a single parent in college working on your degree who needs assistance? Apply today or support our sponsor H.O.P.E., Inc. @ https://hopbe.orgListen to H.O.P.E.'s founder's story on U Talk, I'll Listen.Other Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:Ask Black People - If you have a question you want us to answer on the show, use this link.Share this episode with a friend.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on social media.Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices and join our panel of black people.Hear more episodes - Blacktivities website About the HostsBlacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.Continue the Conversation on Social Media:Instagram - @blacktivitiespodFollow Shannon - @justshanofficialFollow Lisa - @monalisathepoetFollow Karen - @theekkrobertsThreads - @blacktivitiespodFacebook - BlacktivitiesWhat’s the Difference Between Polyamory, Polygamy, and Ethical Non-Monogamy? —...
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  • All Skinfolk Ain't Kinfolk

    All Skinfolk Ain't Kinfolk
    Mar 3 2025
    Zora Neale Hurston, a writer during the Harlem Renaissance, coined the term “All my skinfolk ain’t kinfolk” when she talked about black folks that didn’t agree with her views about how to advance black interests or were not trying to advance black interests at all. We've seen various iterations of these characters throughout history. From tropes like Sambo and Stepin Fetchit to the examples we see in our community today. Shannon, Lisa, and KK discuss why all skinfolk ain't kinfolk.Bring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache! Visit our Sponsor...Are you a single parent in college working on your degree who needs assistance? Apply today or support our sponsor H.O.P.E., Inc. @ https://hopbe.orgListen to H.O.P.E.'s founder's story on U Talk, I'll Listen.Other Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:Ask Black People - If you have a question you want us to answer on the show, use this link.Share this episode with a friend.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on social media.Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices and join our panel of black people.Hear more episodes - Blacktivities website About the HostsBlacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.Continue the Conversation on Social Media:Instagram - @blacktivitiespodFollow Shannon - @justshanofficialFollow Lisa - @monalisathepoetFollow Karen - @kkrobertsgrissomThreads - @blacktivitiespodFacebook - BlacktivitiesThe Tom Caricature - Anti-black Imagery - Jim Crow MuseumThe Coon...
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  • The Death of DEI

    The Death of DEI
    Feb 24 2025

    On January 20 and 21, 2025, the President signed two executive orders with the intention of getting rid of DEI in all government entities and even some private sector companies. Shannon, Lisa, and KK discuss their thoughts on merit-based hiring and efforts to kill diversity, equity, and inclusion. Also, Lisa shares what happened when she was asked if she was a DEI hire.

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    Blacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.


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  • Let's Stay Together: Black Love Edition

    Let's Stay Together: Black Love Edition
    Feb 17 2025
    Another Valentine's Day has come and gone, but the ladies of Blacktivities will always promote black love. In this episode, Shannon, Lisa, and KK take a dive into the lyrics of old soul love songs with licensed therapist Mattie Finn to try and gain some insight into how we can have thriving relationships.Bring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache! Visit our Sponsor...Are you a single parent in college working on your degree who needs assistance? Apply today or support our sponsor H.O.P.E., Inc. @ https://hopbe.orgListen to H.O.P.E.'s founder's story on U Talk, I'll Listen.More About Mattie Finn, LPC:Psychology TodayWebsiteInstagram - @purposeandlivingpsyOther Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:Ask Black People - If you have a question you want us to answer on the show, use this link.Share this episode with a friend.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on social media.Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices and join our panel of black people.Hear more episodes - Blacktivities website About the HostsBlacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.Continue the Conversation on Social Media:Instagram - @blacktivitiespodFollow Shannon - @justshanofficialFollow Lisa - @monalisathepoetFollow Karen - @kkrobertsgrissomThreads - @blacktivitiespodFacebook -
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  • I'm Not Your Superwoman - Sincerely, Black Women

    I'm Not Your Superwoman - Sincerely, Black Women
    Feb 10 2025
    Black women are tired!!! We are taking a break from all the demands society has put on us. From out working everybody else, to having to be overqualified and still being overlooked, to organizing movements and getting little recognition, to enduring abuse... In the understood words of the former First Lady Michelle Obama... we ain't going! Ladies, this is a season of self-care.Bring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache! Visit our Sponsor...Are you a single parent in college working on your degree who needs assistance? Apply today or support our sponsor H.O.P.E., Inc. @ https://hopbe.orgListen to H.O.P.E.'s founder's story on U Talk, I'll Listen.Other Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:Ask Black People - If you have a question you want us to answer on the show, use this link.Share this episode with a friend.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on social media.Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices and join our panel of black people.Hear more episodes - Blacktivities website About the HostsBlacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.Continue the Conversation on Social Media:Instagram - @blacktivitiespodFollow Shannon - @justshanofficialFollow Lisa - @monalisathepoetFollow Karen - @kkrobertsgrissomThreads - @blacktivitiespodFacebook - BlacktivitiesHow 5 Key Demographic Groups Voted in 2024: AP VoteCastBy the Numbers - Higher Heights for America...
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  • What We Not Finna Do in 2025 is...

    What We Not Finna Do in 2025 is...
    Feb 3 2025

    Happy Black History Month! The ladies of Blacktivities are back with Season 6, serving up a hilarious yet honest intervention for the culture! From over-the-top lashes to social media drama, Shannon, Lisa, and Karen break down what needs to stay in 2024. Listen for unfiltered commentary on everything from beauty trends to relationship dynamics in the Black community.

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    Are you a single parent in college working on your degree who needs assistance? Apply today or support our sponsor H.O.P.E., Inc. @ https://hopbe.org

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    About the Hosts

    Blacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.


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    • How Black Culture Shaped Google’s 2024 ‘Year In Search’


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  • [BONUS] Isaiah Mack for Mayor

    [BONUS] Isaiah Mack for Mayor
    Oct 21 2024

    Blacktivities returns in February!!! Check out the third episode of Shannon's newest podcast, RIGHTing Narratives in this bonus episode.

    Isaiah Mack is an NFL defensive tackle and former standout at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. During his college career, Mack earned All-American honors and was named the Southern Conference Defensive Player of the Year in 2018. Known for his resilience and disruptive play on the defensive line, he recorded 20 career sacks and was a dominant force in his final season. After becoming an undrafted free agent in 2019, Mack signed with the Tennessee Titans and has since played for several NFL teams, most recently the Miami Dolphins.

    Being that Isaiah and Shannon are from the same hometown, they met up there for this conversation. Isaiah's narrative is one of hard work, appreciation of peaceful moments with family, and looking forward to settling into a normal life after the NFL. He gives his mom credit for where he is today.

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    Blacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.


    Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.


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  • Black Excellence Defined

    Black Excellence Defined
    Aug 5 2024
    We use the term and the hashtag black excellence all the time, but what is it exactly? And... is it a term we like, or does it give black people an inferiority complex? Hosts Shannon, Lisa, and KK and their guest, Shay McCowan, Executive Director of Chattanooga Business Elite, discuss all things black excellence.Follow Shay and the Chattanooga Business Elite:Website - https://www.chattbusinesselite.com/Shay's IG - https://www.instagram.com/shaymc1908/Chattanooga Business Elite IG - https://www.instagram.com/chatt__businesselite/Bring Blacktivities to your inbox - stay posted on what's happening with the pod... more black culture, black history, black perspectives, and black panache! Other Ways to Join in the Blacktivities:Ask Black People - If you have a question you want us to answer on the show, use this link.Grab some merch from the Blacktivitees Pop Up Shop.Share this episode with a friend.Rate and review us on Apple Podcasts.Follow us on social media.Donate to the cause and help amplify more black voices and join our panel of black people.Hear more episodes - Blacktivities website About the HostsBlacktivities is a Black Panache original production - a podcast network with a lineup of black-hosted shows sharing black stories and tackling black issues. For more information on shows like our newest production, Fat Lies Matter, visit blackpanache.com.Help Support Future Minority Educators by donating to the Wilbert Bond, Sr. Scholarship Fund, created to honor Shannon's Grandfather, the first black graduate of Middle Tennessee University.Continue the Conversation on Social Media:Instagram - @blacktivitiespodFollow Shannon - @justshanofficialFollow Lisa - @monalisadapoetFollow Karen - @kkrobertsgrissomThreads - @blacktivitiespodFacebook -
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