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Jan. 4, 2023

Our Mailbox is Full

This week’s episode is all about you our listeners! Jill, Aja, and Laiya listen back to the voice mail you’ve sent this season. We love hearing from you keep them coming, Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message. See omnystud...

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Dec. 28, 2022

2022: You Tried it, But We Had Time

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk about the highs and lows of 2022 and what they want to bring into 2023. If you want to reflect on your year, Amber suggest completing the the YearCompass. The year compass …

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Dec. 21, 2022

Throwback: We Can Create Our Own Holidays

Today’s episode is a replay from season one. We’ll be back next week with a fresh new episode! Holidays can be joyful times of celebration and fellowship. But sometimes we end up participating in holidays that we have no prac...

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Dec. 14, 2022

You Heard What I Said, But Can You Hear Me Though?

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk to Linguist, professor of Gullah culture and language, and content creator Sunn M’Chauex. They dive into all things language, the internet, and having pride in your culture. Check out...

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Dec. 7, 2022

We Gotta Do It...The Church Talk

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk to Ashon Crawley. Ashon is a writer, artist and teacher, exploring the intersection of performance, blackness, queerness and spirituality. He’s also the Associate professor of Religio...

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Nov. 30, 2022

These are a Few of My Favorite Things

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja reveal a few of their favorite things. Here are links to some of the companies they mention in the episode. Doux Honey Pot Kin Apparel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Nov. 23, 2022

Listen Up

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja reminisce on their favorite music memories and share the artist currently on their playlist. We’re building a J.ill playlist and we want to hear from you! What would you add to the list? …

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Nov. 16, 2022

10 Dozen Roses

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk talk about giving those who paved the way for them their flowers and the importance of knowing the history of those who came before us in the music industry. For a little …

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Nov. 9, 2022

All The Bells and Whistles

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk to Nenna Joiner, owner of Feel More Sex shop about sex, sexuality and owning your pleasure. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your comments on this episode! You can purcha...

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Nov. 2, 2022

Young Jawnin

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk to Aja’s teenage daughter Lanaa to understand what it’s like to be a teenager in this day and time and how the need to be supported. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a …

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Oct. 26, 2022

Auntie Time With Iyanla Vanzant

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja welcome New York Times best-selling author and famed spiritual life coach, Iyanla Vanzant to the show to share what’s been on her heart Iyanla has a new podcast in partnership with iHeart...

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Oct. 19, 2022

History On Screen Is a Tricky Thing

In this episode, Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk about the controversy surrounding The Woman King. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your comments on this episode! Check out this article from the Smithsonian about the D...

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Oct. 12, 2022

Let's Talk About This NAP: With Tricia Hersey

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk to Tricia Hersey a.k.a The Nap Bishop talks about the politics of rest, and what I means for the healing of Black people. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your …

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Oct. 5, 2022

Yaya Business

In this episode Aja shares the news that she’s going to be a Grandmother, or Yaya! The ladies dive into what it means for family to support young mothers. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your comments on …

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Sept. 28, 2022

So You Got Em...Now What?

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk about what being ready for the relationship you want. Call 866-HEY-JILL and leave us a message with your comments on this episode! For more information on knowing of you’re ready for ...

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Sept. 21, 2022

Hut One, Hut Two

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk about what it means to be disciplined and why committing to your own well-being is such a challenge. They’re asking themselves and each other how to incorporate rest and well-being in...

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Sept. 14, 2022

You Gotta Watch These Bitches

In this episode, Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk to Dr. Thurman Webb about the effects of sexual assault on young men, how to identify it, and how we should address this as a community. If you or someone you know …

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Sept. 7, 2022

Birth is A Mother

In this episode Jill, Laiya, and Aja talk about physical and spiritual enormity of birth and how to support the birthing and postpartum people in your life. Doula’s are a great way to empower pregnant people, if you’re lookin...

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Aug. 31, 2022

The New "F" Word

In this episode Jill and Aja talk to Laiya about her physical and spiritual journey with fibroids post removal. Fibroids affect 8 out 20 Black women in the United States. For more information on the bill Vice President Kamala...

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Aug. 24, 2022

Healing Girl Summer

It’s a season for healing for team J.ill. In this episode Laiya and Aja talk about their summer travels that have sparked big awakenings. For more travel inspiration check out https://travelnoire.com/. Call 866-HEY-JILL and l...

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Aug. 17, 2022

BroMitzfa da Shitza

In this episode Jill, Aja, and Laiya discuss their summer adventures. Jill shares and epic trip she took with her son Jett for his 13th birthday, a BroMitzfa. Epic trips require epic planning, here’s a resource for getting a ...

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Aug. 3, 2022

I Blew It

In this episode Jill, Aja, and Laiya talk about what it means to know and move in your worth no matter what environment you’re in. When you need a reminder here’s a link to a quick meditation from Devi Brown …

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July 27, 2022

End of the Road Part 2

In this episode Jill, Aja, and Laiya continue the conversation on ending toxic relationships. If you find yourself wading through these waters I want to recommend processing with a licensed therapist. Below is a link to a dir...

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July 20, 2022

End of the Road Part 1

In this episode Jill, Aja, and Laiya talk about letting go of toxic relationships, that sometimes includes family and friends. Check out this article for practical steps to end relationships https://www.thepragmaticparent.com...

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