I’m so happy I interviewed Nicole for this episode! I am a big fan of her adventures and series called #OutdoorDefense, so getting to talk to her about her hair journey, styles and work with self-defense was amazing and even more amazing that I get to share it with y’all! I hope you enjoy it :)

This is my last interview for this season and I am SO grateful for every single of you who has listened, shared and given me support in these past months. THANK YOU!

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Nicole Snell (She/Her)

Nicole is a dynamic international speaker, workshop facilitator and self-defense expert specializing in sexual assault & violence prevention education and personal empowerment. She is the CEO of Girls Fight Back, the world-renowned personal safety and self-defense seminar for women and girls, and is the creator of #OutdoorDefense, an IGTV/YouTube series that aims to help people stay safe while enjoying the outdoors solo using simple self-defense techniques.  Nicole is an NACP Credentialed Advocate, sits on the board for IMPACT Personal Safety in addition to being a Lead Instructor and has traveled the world educating people at military installations, colleges, high schools, corporations, and private groups.  She believes that everyone has the right to walk through the world feeling safe, powerful and confident.

You can find Nicole on Instagram and support her through the links below:

https://www.instagram.com/adventuresofnik/

https://www.girlsfightback.com/

https://linktr.ee/adventuresofnik

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo7lyLlZrHz3ZD6OEmxF-Spu0Oddszevr

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Let's stay in touch:

Fernanda Jardim, Host and Producer (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Podcast's Official Instagram (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/ 

It was so fun to talk to Tiffany! We discussed hair care tips, low-porosity hair and how she co-founded Black Girls Trekkin with Michelle, creating a safe space for black women to enjoy the outdoors. Tune in to listen to our whole conversation!

Tiffany (She/her) 

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Tiffany is a co-founder of Black Girls Trekkin. She has been on her natural hair journey for three years now. She has been hiking for about six years and mostly likes to explore and connect with nature on her hikes.

You can fin Tiffany on Instagram and support her organization through the links below:

https://www.instagram.com/trailgirlmagic/

https://blackgirlstrekkin.com/about-us/

https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlstrekkin/

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Let's stay in touch:

Fernanda Jardim, Host and Producer (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Podcast's Official Instagram (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/ 

Oi gente!

Primeiro episódio em Português - UHUL!!! Claro que eu não deixaria de compartilhar meus aprendizados e jornada aqui com meu cabelo cacheado e trilhas na minha língua materna. Fiquem ligados porque trarei mais episódios e entrevistas em português.

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Hi everyone!

This is my first episode in Portuguese and I'm super excited to share about my hair and outdoor journey in my first language as well! Of course you can continue to expect episodes in English, and if you are looking into learning or practicing your Portuguese, here is a good opportunity!

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Se quiserem acompanhar minhas aventuras, siga no insta!

Fernanda Jardim, host e produtora do podcast (Link embaixo):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Instagram Oficial do Podcast (Link embaixo):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/ 

Trigger warning for this episode: Mention of sexual abuse

Y’all! Tell me about a brave, vulnerable and inspiring conversation like this one. Nicole shared about her hair journey, navigating some difficult times in her life and how nature helped her healing. Our hair holds in so much history and stories that are so worth sharing.

As you listen to this episode, take the time to be kind to yourself since we talked about challenging topics, I will add some resources at the end of the description.

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You can find Nicole on Instagram as (link below):

@Nicky.J10   https://www.instagram.com/nicky.j10/ 

@BlackInNPSWeek https://www.instagram.com/blackinnpsweek/

@BlkWomenInNature https://www.instagram.com/blkwomeninnature/

Nicole Jackson (She/Her)

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A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Nicole Jackson has always found a way to include the lessons of nature to heal, grow and become more self aware.

Nature without exception continues to seek balance and is resilient. Her relationship with nature has even influenced her natural hair journey. Through conversations, outdoor adventures and social media, she is hoping to spread this knowledge to help other Black women amplify their passion and find their purpose in life. Networking and building relationships with others through meaningful nature experiences is her life goal. Nicole is a Natural Leader of the Children & Nature Network, a member of the National Parks Conservation Association's Next Generation Advisory Council, was co-organizer of Black Birders Week and founder of Black in National Parks Week. 

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Let's stay in touch:

Fernanda Jardim, Host and Producer (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Podcast's Official Instagram (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/ 

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Sexual Assault/ Abuse resources:

https://www.rainn.org/resources

https://www.nsvrc.org/preventing-child-sexual-abuse-resources

In this episode, Drea shared about how high school and the desire to “fit in” influenced them getting relaxers in their hair, how was the transition to natural and more. We also talked about some of our identities and our relationship with identifying as Afro-Latinx and how representation matters. Tune in to listen Drea's story and learn more about their sustainable fashion business.

You can find Drea and more about their business in the links below:

https://www.instagram.com/dreabeaa/

https://www.hiddenopulence.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hiddenopulence/

The restaurant I mentioned in the end of the episode is called Brazilian House and it’s located in Portland <3

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Let's stay in touch:

Fernanda Jardim, Host and Producer (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Podcast's Official Instagram (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/ 

Oi gente! ("Hi everyone" in Portuguese)

I just wanted to give you all a quick update about the podcast and thank everyone who has been listening to it. Through this podcast I have made new connections with awesome people, I've had many moments of joy and the amazing support of my family and friends, but I also had many moments of insecurities and fear. It' is so scary to be vulnerable and to *literally* get your voice out there, but let me tell you, there is something very special in sharing your story, it may be terrifying but be sure of one thing: you are not alone. 

Stay tuned for next week's episode!

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Let's stay in touch:

Fernanda Jardim, Host and Producer (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Podcast's Official Instagram (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/ 

Me and Kika had A LOT to talk about. Seriously! It was amazing listening to her experiences and journey to her natural hair while empowering her daughter too (she had a brief special participation haha!). Tune to some real and vulnerable conversation about transitioning to natural curly hair and her adventures!

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You can find Kika on Instagram as @KikassAdventures (Link below):
https://www.instagram.com/kikassadventures/

Kika (she/her)
Curl Pattern 3b/4a

Kika moved to Utah from Brazil almost 20 years ago to get a Masters Degree in Dramatherapy. Even though Provo-Utah is much smaller than her hometown Recife in the Northeast part of Brazil, she quickly fell in love with all the beauty that Utah has to offer. And snow! Today, Kika is a full-time working single mom of the coolest 11 year old and loves to share a variety of topics on her Instagram: from her immigration journey to coparenting to embarrassing moments to developing a positive mindset to motivating self love and acceptance. Kika is also a Women Who Explore Ambassador which means she plans and hosts events locally and also internationally.

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Let's stay in touch:

Fernanda Jardim, Host and Producer (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Podcast's Official Instagram (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/ 

This episode is very special to me. Tammy was the first person I thought when I had the idea about this podcast. We have been following each other on Instagram for over a year now, and though our previous interactions had been liking, commenting on each other's posts, I knew I needed to hear her story (and share it as well). Our conversation was vulnerable, warm and inspiring. Tammy shared about how her journey with her natural hair was linked to her love for nature, her work in the outdoors and more. 

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Tammy Shakur (she/her)
Curl pattern 4c

Trail Runner, Hiker, Outdoor Experience Guide and REI employee. Passionate about helping to reconnect black people with the outdoors. 3 years into embracing her journey back to her natural state and loving ALMOST every moment of it! 

You can find Tammy on Instagram as @RunLiveLove2 (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/runlivelove2/

If you want to check out the org Tammy mentioned, Outdoor Afro (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/outdoorafro/

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The book I mentioned is called The Politics of Black Women’s Hair by Althea Prince

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Let's stay in touch:

Fernanda Jardim, Host and Producer (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/feerjardim/

Podcast's Official Instagram (Link below):

https://www.instagram.com/curlifytheoutdoors/