When Did I Become Black?

JUL 16, 202023 MIN
This is Ours

When Did I Become Black?

JUL 16, 202023 MIN

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Hello stranger… 👀<br /> How’s it going? <br />I know I know… it’s been a minute… <br /><br />"Few people started their lives with fully-fledged black identities, or even with the acute race-consciousness that they later develop" - Amina Mama, Beyond the Masks <br /><br />This week’s episode is titled, When did I become black? as an acknowledgement of my new found black identity. The reality of my recent experiences is the realization that as a black woman existing in a predominantly white space, I am seen first and foremost by the color of my skin. <br /><br />This weeks episode speaks directly to why I started this podcast, creating a safe space to find my own voice.. It serves as a form of validation to the experiences I have had in the journey of discovering my blackness. <br /><br />Head over to the link in bio.. I promise you won't regret it! 😉<br /><br />I hope you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed recording for you beautiful folks… <br /><br />PS. Don't forget to like, comment, subscribe and all the other good stuff. <br /><br />No questions this week, but I would LOVE to hear from you. Send me a DM let’s chat! <br /><br />I hope everyone is keeping safe and sane! ❤️<br /><br />PSS. Special shoutout to everyone who has ever taken the time out to listen.. I appreciate you more than words could ever explain!<br /><br />#thisiourspc #TIOpodcast #ourown #staysafe #thisisours #unapologeticallyintentional