It's almost Space Day! This week, we're joined by Aisha Bowe, an aerospace engineer and founder and CEO of STEMBoard. Aisha shares her story of starting out as a pre-algebra major in community college all the way to becoming a NASA rocket scientist. She will be the sixth Black woman ever to go into space! She encourages us to overcome our fears, conquer limiting beliefs, and gain the confidence to purse crazy, big dreams! Instagram: @aishabowe Twitter: @arbowe Website: https://www.aishabowe.com/  For more, visit us at https://prettypoliticalpodcast.com/ or follow @prettypoliticalpodcas ..read more

In this episode, we're joined by Adria Moses, who opens up about her personal journey to physical and mental healing. She also shares some of the methods she uses to teach others to release trauma, be mindful, manage their nervous system, and more! More About Adria: Adria Moses is a writer, trauma-informed facilitator, and founder of The School of Radical Healing , a BIPOC-centered liberation space that teaches self-regulation and promotes trauma recovery through mindfulness. Adria also identifies as a survivor, having lived with Crohn's disease for nearly 2 decades, she is passionate about i ..read more

We're back for season four!!! This week, we chat with Destiny Payton, TV personality on Love & Marriage: Huntsville. Destiny discusses her experience being a reality television star, owner of Madonni Beauty and more! IG: @thedestinypayton Website: https://www.madonnibeauty.com/ For more, visit us at https://prettypoliticalpodcast.com/ or follow @prettypoliticalpodcast on Instagram. Make sure to rate, comment and share!  ..read more

This week, Chanel and Kelsi discuss their experiences with yoga and meditation. The pair are joined by  Arianna Elisabeth, yoga instructor and owner of Bright and Salted Yoga. She shares the benefits of traditional yoga from a faith-based and BIPOC perspective.  MORE ABOUT ARIANNA ELISABETH: Arianna Elizabeth, founder, and owner of Bright and Salted Yoga LLC, is an ERYT-200, RYT-500, YACEP, certified yoga sculpt instructor, certified indoor cycling Instructor, and professional photographer (BFA/MFA) whose mission is to create a safe and comfortable space for all with a special empha ..read more

This week, it's all about the money! Chanel and Kelsi are joined by my finance expert Raya Reaves. They discuss student loans, credit, budgeting and more! Raya also gives insight into steps entrepreneurs should take before launching a business. MORE ABOUT RAYA REAVES: City Girl Savings was founded in 2015 by Raya Reaves as a resource for women to learn about finance. Raya helps women budget better, spend wisely, and reach their financial goals. The company also features thousands of blog articles for self-starters, financial courses, free challenges, and more. IG: @citygirlsavings FB: City G ..read more

Chanel and Kelsi are joined by author Talia Hibbert. They discuss finding inspiration,  the importance of representation in novels and some of their favorite books. Talia also shares her journey as a writer and gives advice to other creatives. More about Talia Hibbert:Talia Hibbert is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author who lives in a bedroom full of books. Supposedly, there is a world beyond that room, but she has yet to drum up enough interest to investigate. She writes steamy, diverse romance because she believes that people of marginalized identit ..read more

Let's talk about sex! This week, Chanel and Kelsi are joined by sexuality educator and researcher, Dr. Shemeka Thorpe. They discuss kinks, wellness, anatomy and other taboo subjects that aren't often talked about. Dr. Thorpe also shares ways to be more sex-positive and explorative. More About Dr. ShemekaThorpe: Dr. Shemeka Thorpe is an award-winning sexuality educator and researcher at the University of Kentucky. She obtained her Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Community Health Education. Her research focuses on the sexual well-being of Black women using sex-posit ..read more

This week, the duo is joined by finance coach, Alexis Howard.  She shares tips for young adults looking to invest and save their money. The group discusses stocks, account types, student loans and more!   More About Alexis: Alexis is the founder of Financially Brave, where she works as a Personal Finance Coach to help beginners save, eliminate debt, and invest in the stock market. She is a firm believer that creating a beautiful and healthy financial reality is less about how much you make and far more about what you do with what you make instead. IG: @financiallybrave ..read more

Valentines Day is around the corner and Chanel and Kelsi reflect on some of their dating mishaps. They are joined by relationship therapist & coach, Suntia Smith who provides her expert advice on dating. They also discuss how boundaries, communication and childhood trauma can impact romantic relationships. IG: @suntiasmith More About Suntia:Suntia Smith is a Masters Level Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Therapist with years of experience helping individuals overcome challenges in their life and relationships. By taking a proactive and practical approach to emotional well-being Suntia ..read more

Chanel and Kelsi are joined by mental health crisis stabilization therapist, Nhari Fitzgerald to talk through resources to support individuals facing a mental health crisis or suicide ideation. The group discusses causes, misconceptions and statistics regarding suicide. Nhari also shares her experiences in pageantry and the impact of competing on her mental health. Additional Resources: Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800) 273-8255 or text TALK to 741-741 Therapy for Black Girls  National Alliance on Mental Illness American Foundation for Suicide Prevention More about Nhari: Born and rais ..read more