Guest host Shermena M. Nelson is joined by Huru founder Imani Joye Samuels to discuss the life-saving importance of rest for Black women. They also unpack strategies for creating a sustainable, effective self care practice.

Shermena, Imani, and other wellness practitioners will host an evening dedicated to Black women's self care calledYou Carry the Dream: Reclaiming Rest and Resilience on March 28th during this year's Her Dream Deferred week. Join in person in NYC, or host a watch party and livestream the event from your area. Find out more here.

Featuring Shermena M Nelson

Imani Joye Samuels

Executive produced by Kimberlé Crenshaw (@sandylocks)

Produced by Sr Producer Nicole Edwards

Mixing by Sean Dunnam

Associate Production by Sana Hashmi

Art by Ashley Julien

Support provided by Jocelyn Walker, Kristin Penner and the team at African American Policy Forum

Music by Blue Dot Sessions

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