Conscious Parenting Techniques That WORK with Decoteau Irby   Click here to read the episode transcript.   Are you wondering where to start on your decolonized parenting journey? Start here. In this episode, Decoteau Irby and I talk about effective, impactful methods of conscious parenting that will help you break down systems of oppression in your family and community. Decoteau J. Irby is an author, educator, and parent of two who creates teaching and learning experiences, music and stories, and opportunities for people to be in community. Through all of his work, he is committed t ..read more

I’m Back in Action! Let’s Reflect… [A Solo Episode with Yolanda]   Click here to read the episode transcript.   After a much needed break, I’m back, y’all! First off, I want to thank everyone for their thoughtful messages and for supporting me and Parenting Decolonized over the past month or so. I really appreciate that you care about me because I care about you, too! I hope you were also able to take this time to figure out where you need rest or what boundaries you need to put in place to be able to get more rest. It’s a valuable practice, I’ll tell you that. So, what’s been going ..read more

Rethinking Genealogy & Releasing Ancestral Shame with Walter English   Click here to read the episode transcript.   As I’ve been trying to reconnect to my ancestral roots, I’ve discovered an organization helping people like me do just that. They call this genealogy work “Reparations for Research” and believe it or not, it’s 100% free.  In this episode, Walter English and I talk about his experience learning the truth about his African-American ancestry and why I finally decided to get my DNA tested and learn about my own ancestry. We highlight a few different ways you can r ..read more

Decolonizing Food & Reclaiming Gardening with Princess Cole   Click here to read the episode transcript.     Do you know where your food comes from? Do you know who profits off the food you buy? What does it mean to decolonize our food system?    In this episode, Princess Cole and I talk about decolonizing food and reclaiming ancestral practices, like gardening and herbalism. We discuss the ways in which our food system has been colonized and how you can start decolonizing your relationship with food.   Princess Cole is a yogi, herbalist, business owner, home ..read more

Decolonizing Your Relationship to Nature with Sarita Covington   Click here to read the episode transcript.   What does your relationship to the great outdoors look like? Are you a fresh air junkie? A homebody? Somewhere in between?    In this episode, Sarita Covington and I talk about what it means to decolonize your relationship to nature and how to do that in small steps. We also discuss the deep-rooted relationship between nature, white supremacy, social justice, and anti-racism.   Sarita Covington is an Educator, Harlem Mom, and the Founder of Upper Manhattan For ..read more

What It Means to Be a Good Ancestor with Jana Lynne Umipig   Click here to read the episode transcript.   Do you feel like you’re a good ancestor? What does it even mean to be a good ancestor?   In this episode, Jana Lynne Umipig and I talk about what it means to be a good ancestor as you decolonize your life. We discuss how colonization impacts Filipino people, the intersectionality of intergenerational trauma and colonization, and tips for those of you who are struggling with familial boundaries in your liberation journey.   Jana Lynne Umipig, also called JL, is a cultur ..read more

Reflections After the 2022 Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference [A solo episode with Yolanda]   Click here to read the episode transcript.   Thank you to all the participants, sponsors, and speakers who made this event possible! Your work, passion, and dedication does not go unnoticed. In this solo episode of Parenting Decolonized Podcast, I’m sharing my thoughts and reflections on the 2022 Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference. I also get very personal about my current mental health struggles and the moves I’m making to heal. This conference was three days of inc ..read more

Why You Need to Supplement Your Child’s Education with Kaya Henderson   Click here to read the episode transcript.   Our country and our people are facing a harsh truth… the American education system is failing Black people. So, what can we do about it? Let’s break it down… In this episode, Kaya Henderson and I talk about the value of supplementing your child’s education, particularly with online classes taught by Black educators.  Kaya Henderson is the Founder and CEO of Reconstruction, a technology company delivering a K-12 supplemental curriculum that situates Black people ..read more

Building Community In Conference [A solo episode with Yolanda]   Click here to read the episode transcript.   In this episode of Parenting Decolonized Podcast, I’m reaching out to you from Georgia, where I’m meeting with the Black Femme Freedom Collective and celebrating our one year anniversary of forming! I also address a serious struggle I’ve been having lately and how I’m overcoming it.   So, let’s start with my most recent struggle… Can you feel the oppression in your body? The tension? I can. The weight of this world is often so heavy on me and it makes me worry for Gia’s ..read more

Decolonize Your Spirituality & Raise Liberated Free-Thinkers with Ally Henny   Click here to read the episode transcript.   Parenting Decolonized is brought to you by the Rona, Racism, and Radical Parenting Conference being held on September 23rd-25th, 2022!  Click here to get your early bird tickets and get $40 off!   This episode of Parenting Decolonized Podcast was recorded during our Conscious Parenting for Social Justice Conference back in June 2021. In this episode, Ally Henny and I talk about how to decolonize spirituality and raise liberated free-thinkers. Cons ..read more