Episodios

  • On Friendship, Hard Times, and Self Care
    Jun 5 2024

    We are back and diving into how we navigate hard seasons as adults and as friends.


    How do you support friends when they're going through a hard time? How do you make space for yourself to be supported when you're the one that's down? And what responsibilities do both parties have on showing support and communicating our needs? Dive into the convo with us!


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    1 h y 1 m
  • Spotify Wrapped: Our Year Through Music
    Dec 12 2023

    It's time for our Spotify Wrapped results! We talk about music and how it moved us through yet another year on this here Earth - the trash and the treasure of it all!


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    41 m
  • Finding Community during new Life Chapters
    Oct 31 2023

    Join us for an open and candid conversation about their current journeys in search of new communities. Each at different life stages, Bri and Chelsi share the highs, lows, and unexpected turns in their pursuit of meaningful connections. From the challenges of building community as a busy mother of littles to navigating the landscape of adult friendships in a new city, they explore the diverse landscapes of human connection. Tune in for personal anecdotes, lessons learned, and the humor that comes with forging new bonds.


    Whether you're on a similar quest or simply curious about the dynamics of adult friendship and motherhood, this episode offers a relatable and insightful exploration of the ongoing adventure of building community. Grab a cocktail or cup of tea, settle in, and join the Grown Women Podcast.



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    38 m
  • Buddy Read: Black Girls Must be Magic
    Jul 26 2023

    Join us on the Grown Women podcast as we delve into the next installment of our buddy read series with the book, "Black Girls Must Be Magic" by Jayne Allen! Prepare for an engaging and honest discussion as we share our strong feelings and insights about book two in this series!


    Don't miss out on this episode filled with literary BGM, empowering perspectives, and a little bit of chaotic energy!


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    49 m
  • Buddy Read: Black Girls Must Die Exhausted
    May 2 2023

    On this episode of the Grown Women podcast, Bri and Chelsi dive into the first part of their Buddy Read series with a review and discussion of "Black Girls Must Die Exhausted" by Jayne Allen.

    The novel explores the life of Tabitha Walker, a young woman struggling to balance her personal and professional life while facing societal pressures and expectations. Bri and Chelsi share their thoughts on the book's themes of fertility, relationships (both romantic and friendly) mental health, self-care, and the intersectionality of race and gender.

    Join the conversation as the hosts provide their unique perspectives on the book's characters, plot, and overall impact. Whether you're a fan of the novel or curious about exploring new works by black female authors, this episode is a must-listen for all grown women.

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    51 m
  • Letters to Our Younger Selves
    Apr 19 2023
    In this episode, Bri & Chelsi share letters to our younger selves. In honor of April being National Poetry Month, the episode starts off with a spoken word piece by Bri, titled "This One's For Me" Drop us a DM on IG or twitter @grownwomenpod or grownwomenpod@gmail.com and let us know what you’ve enjoyed so far or what you’d like to hear from us! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownwomen/support
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    44 m
  • I'd Rather Read a Book
    Mar 22 2023

    In this episode, Bri & Chelsi play "Which Would You Rather," exploring some fun and thought-provoking scenarios. Later, we discuss our top four book recommendations for the year 2023, offering a range of exciting and captivating reads for listeners to consider. Tune in for an entertaining and informative episode filled with lively conversation and bookish insights. Join us for a Buddy Read of Jayne Allen's "Black Girls Must Die Exhausted," exploring themes of race, identity, and mental health. Together, we'll delve into the story of a young woman navigating the challenges of contemporary life while struggling to find her place in the world. We will read book one and two in anticipation of the third and final installment of the trilogy.


    We are excited to engage in meaningful discussion and connect with fellow book lovers!



    Books Mentioned in the Episode:

    • Drunk on Love by Jasmine Guillory
    • The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez
    • The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez
    • Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
    • Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn
    • The Fiancee Farce by Alexandria Bellefleur
    • Hang the Moon by Alexandria Bellefleur
    • Family Lore by Elizabeth Acevedo
    • Black Girls Must Die Exhausted by Jayne Allen

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    52 m
  • Black Women Don't Owe Y'all!
    Mar 9 2023

    Bri and Chelsi are back at it! We are debriefing our feelings on #RihannaBowl and how Black women don't owe anyone anything. Join in on this week's shenanigans and let us know how you feel!



    Drop us a DM on IG or twitter @grownwomenpod or grownwomenpod@gmail.com and let us know what you’ve enjoyed so far or what you’d like to hear from us! We will be featuring some listener feedback in the future.

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    35 m