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Waverly Willis of Urban Kutz barbershop joins Shana to talk all things entrepreneurship. If you are thinking about starting a small biz, you'll want to hear Waverly's message for you   --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana sits down with Clark Pope of Pope's Cocktails to discuss fall cocktails, their friendship and what's new from the team at Pope's --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana is joined by Monique Dorsainvil, Director of Public Policy at Facebook. Monique tells us about tools to stay updated with Facebook's changes, info and resources for small business as well as the company's commitment to making sure the platform is a safe place for all of us.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana is joined by Statehouse Representative Janine R. Boyd from District 9.  Rep. Boyd tells us about the 4 bill that are currently making their way through the legislation and how we the public can make sure our voices are heard. The podcast is part of our Amplify Ohio series, a collaborative with The Buckeye Flame, Black Girl Media, and ColumbusBlack.com, and sponsored by Local Media Association. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Sponsored by Beck Center Shana talks with Colleen Jackson, Director of the Exonerated playing at the Beck Center for Performing Arts from October 8-November 7th.  Learn about this play and why it's an important story for all of us. Click here to learn more about Exonerated or to get tickets --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Updated: Niko Ustin a 10th grader from The Mastery School at Hawken talks about his website VoteCLE.com.  Take the political alignment quiz to find out which Mayoral candidate best matches your views. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana sits down with Jay Kool to talk about his upcoming documentary on Cleveland's Hip Hop scene.  If you remember hanging at Randall Park Mall, WDMT, Vel's,  The Reasons Why or the Mirage you'll enjoy this episode.  Also if you have any photos for these places let Jay know so you can help him complete his movie.  Check out our website for contact info. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana is joined by Monday Motivator, Danielle from Rooted Blossoms.  Listen as they discuss the truth about meditation, the art of quieting the mind and unfolding. Follow Danielle on Instagram @rootedblossoms.   --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Mental Health Therapist Robyn Hill is back. She is here with advice and tips to help those how find Mother's Day to be a difficult holiday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana talks with Ifeolu Claytor, the Ohio Campaign Manager for All Voting is Local. They discuss what it all means to have a voting plan and offer resources to help you stay informed about your voting rights. Experiencing problems at the polls? Dial 1-866-OUR-VOTE Stay informed. Follow All Voting Is Local, the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections (443vote.com), Common Cause Cleveland and the League of Women Voters Ohio on Facebook,  Twitter and online --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

The second episode of our #LetsVoteCleveland campaign. Shana talks with Cleveland resident and Founder Charesha Barrett of Charp EDucation consulting. She give perspective and links the lesson from our history and social studies classes to help make voting understandable. Learn more about Charp EDucation consulting at charpeducationconsulting.com  and on Instagram Follow Charesha on Instagram and Twitter --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

There are only a few days left to register to vote in Ohio.  Shana's is joined by Jennifer Lumpkin from Cleveland Vote to discuss the how and why of registering. She also give tips on how we can engage with others to encourage them to vote this November. Tell us why you're voting This episode was produced with support from a grant of the American Press Institute --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

#SayThierNames Desmond Frankiln and Tamia Chappman both lost their young lives due to interactions with local police.  Shana sits down with attorney Stan Jackson from The Cochran Firm to bring light to the cases as well as how you can get active to advocate in your community --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

"The infant mortality rate in Cuyahoga County (the county where Cleveland is located) is one of the highest in the United States. Of the 13,925 babies born in Cuyahoga County in 2019, 120 didn’t make it to their first birthday. The numbers are especially concerning for African American babies."- First Year Cleveland Shana is joined by Miesha Headen, from the American Association of Clergy and Employers,  Samantha Williams Pierce  from Renegade Soul, and Dr. Tisha Carter of Project 31 to discuss lived experiences of miscarriages, stillbirths and what can be called the Mosaic of Death for Black people. Share your thoughts, leave a message for the show at www.blackgirl.media/podcast-2020 Links Parent And Infant Loss (PAIL)- www.pailconnect.org Learn more about Miesha's project- Beauty for Ashes: Stories of Black Women's Maternal Hope Web address: americanassociationofclergyandemployers.com Dr. Tisha Carter, Project 31: project31llc.com or email her at project31film@gmail.com  Listen to Samantha's podcast- "The Truth About Child Loss" on Spotify  and learn more about Renegade Soul --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana sits down with local real estate agent, and financial planner Tiffany L Hollinger.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  To start off this month Shana talks with Robyn Hill, Mental Health Therapist and owner of RC Hill Counseling and Professional Development Services, about mental health, finding support and how the current coronavirus crisis can take a toll on our mental health. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

The Auto Show is back in Cleveland! Sam Pierce from Renegade Soul sits down with Shana to talk about their favorite cars and experiences Auto Show at this year's auto show --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Shana sits down and talks about food and The Taste of Black Cleveland with Pat Bennett of Pat's Granola and the CLE Food Stories Podcast. Follow Pat on Facebook, and Instagram at @Patgranola --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

As an entrepreneur, there is always something to learn or to improve.  Shana continues her conversation with James Muhammad, owner of Capo Steaks in Glevenville about books he recommends and so much more.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support

Happy New Year! Shana sat down with James Muhammad, owner of Capo Steaks, to talk about the real grit and grind behind entrepreneurship. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blackgirlirl/support