Episode 158: The Origin of Black History Month
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by Shanera Williamson
6d ago
Host Shanera Williamson looks at how Black History Month came to be a celebration in our country.  The origin story gives us background information and a word of caution from the founder of Black History Month, Carter G. Woodson.  Listen for ways you can make the study of Black History meaningful and relevant to your kids today.   Mentioned: Carter G. Woodson   Podcast Episode 148 - The Spirit of Justice with Dr. Jemar Tisby   Jemar Tisby’s books, The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Race, Faith, and Resistance and Stories of the Spirit of Justice   Podcast Epis ..read more
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Episode 157: Black History in Wilmington: Lessons from Lies, Murder, and a Political Coup
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by Shanera Williamson
1w ago
Host Shanera Williamson tells the story of the massacre of hundreds of black residents in Wilmington, NC over a century ago that changed the face of that city and affected the course of history.  Listen to the entire episode to hear a fascinating story you may not know.  Also, Brown Mama Bear gives lessons from this tragedy that are applicable to our world in 2025 more than ever.   Mentioned: Wilmington’s Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1898 and the Rise of White Supremacy Wilmington Massacre of 1898   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   ..read more
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Episode 156: Wellness Beyond the Resolutions
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by Shanera Williamson
2w ago
Host Shanera Williamson encourages moms to take responsibility for wellness as a way of life.  It’s easy to want to drop pounds after the holidays, but being concerned about our health is a lifelong pursuit.  In this episode, Shanera re-visits a previous conversation with wellness expert Dr. Kim Walker, one of the co-founders of the Nashville Black Wellness Collective.   Mentioned: Episode 118 - Nashville Black Wellness Collective   Connect with Kim Walker and Nashville Black Wellness Collective: Website, Instagram, Facebook   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear ..read more
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Episode 155: PsychoHAIRapy with Dr. Afiya
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by Shanera Williamson
3w ago
Host Shanera Williamson talks with the founder and CEO of PsychoHairapy, Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka.  As a clinical psychologist and natural hairstylist, Dr. Afiya provides mental health support through the art of hairstyling and barbering.   Connect with Dr. Afiya and PsychoHairapy: Website, Instagram, LinkedIn   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.   ..read more
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Episode 154: MLK Day 2025
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by Shanera Williamson
1M ago
Host Shanera Williamson encourages parents to make MLK Day a time of intentional celebration of Black History in our homes.  Putting the words of Dr. King in context will help our kids identify the theme of racial justice and how to pursue it in each generation.   MLK I Have A Dream Full Speech  MLK Letter from Birmingham Jail   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.   ..read more
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Episode 153: The Step Stool Chef
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by Shanera Williamson
1M ago
Host Shanera Williamson talks with Julian Frederick and his mom, Toria Frederick, about the business they created that helps kids learn to cook.  The Step Stool Chef is a meal kit company and an online platform with cooking classes inspired by kids.   Connect with Step Stool Chef: Website, Facebook, Instagram   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.   ..read more
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Episode 152: Exponential Living with Sheri Riley
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by Shanera Williamson
1M ago
Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with empowerment speaker, high performance life coach and author Sheri Riley on practical ways to get the most out of life.   Sheri Riley’s book, Exponential Living: Stop Spending 100% of Your Time on 10% of Who You Are   Connect with Sheri Riley: Website, Facebook, Instagram   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things ..read more
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Episode 151: Christmas Lessons and the Power of Music with Stephanie Jacques
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by Shanera Williamson
1M ago
Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera shares some of her lessons learned from 2024.  Additionally, she also talks with Nashville-based singer/songwriter Stephanie Jacques about the ways music helped her find her voice.   Shanera’s TEDxNashville Talk   Connect with Stephanie Jacques: Website, Facebook, Instagram   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things.   ..read more
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Episode 150: Supporting Black Parents with Courtney Timmons
Brown Mama Bear
by Shanera Williamson
2M ago
Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with the creator of Black Avenue, Courtney Timmons.  Black Avenue is a new online platform that helps parents raise the next generation of confident and compassionate kids. blk-avenue.com has resources to lighten the load of black parents.   BLK-Avenue.com Facebook Instagram   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about these things. &nbs ..read more
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Episode 149: Educating Black Girls with Tee Wilson from BE
Brown Mama Bear
by Shanera Williamson
2M ago
Thank you for listening to Brown Mama Bear hosted by Shanera Williamson.  Today on the show, Shanera talks with Tee Wilson, one of the co-founders of a new school in Nashville, TN.  BE Academy is a culturally responsive all-girls middle school that is a safe space for black girls to grow and thrive.   BE Academy for Girls website   Connect with Tee Wilson and BE Academy: Facebook, LinkedIn   Connect with Shanera and Brown Mama Bear: Facebook, Instagram, Website   Make sure you share Brown Mama Bear with at least 3 friends so you have someone to talk with about the ..read more
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