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Jenn and Daren take a different approach to Mental Health Awareness month in this episode, talking about the self care habits that have worked for them personally instead of focusing on how poor mental health can lead to negative outcomes. In this conversational format, Jenn and Daren ask each other questions about their own self care journeys and provide interesting insights around what has worked for them, what has not worked for them, and understanding what a self care journey is all about. Topics discussed include mediation, gym memberships, trial and error with therapy, travel, and getting grounded in nature.

With any self care practice, the most important thing to keep in mind is that the solution has to work for you. You can’t just take advice from others, and what works for you today might not be what works for you tomorrow.

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This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

Jenn and Daren highlight the dangers of burnout and how this can have heightened impacts for marginalized communities in this 4/20 themed episode. While many people think that sleeping in over the weekend can cure their burnout, the side effects of burnout can extend for anywhere from one year to ten years. This is why it is so important to prioritize self-care today. Within this conversation, they discuss the recent work of Tricia Hersey (Rest is Resistance) and Dr. Arline T Geronimus (Weathering).

They also make a case for the decriminalization of marijuana and justice for those currently incarcerated for weed-related offenses while pointing out how beneficial marijuana can be for mental health. The main takeaway from this episode is how important it is to figure out what your best mental health care plan is and to exercise it without shame.

Reference Material:
* Rest Is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey – https://amzn.to/3Lvp7Yk
* Weathering: The Extraordinary Stress of Ordinary Life in an Unjust Society by Dr. Arline T Geronimus – https://amzn.to/3Lvpjqw
* How to Recover From Burnout With 14 Exercises & Treatments – https://positivepsychology.com/how-to-recover-burnout/#duration
* Burnout Prevention and Treatment – https://www.helpguide.org/articles/stress/burnout-prevention-and-recovery.htm

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This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

Jenn and Daren tribute Black writers in this episode for National Poetry Month. They start by highlighting Black poets that every reader should have on their pull list including Nate Marshall, Claudia Rankine, and Donika Kelly. Daren then dives into hard facts and figures related to how white-dominated the writing and publishing industry is, and how that can bring about specific challenges for Black writers. They share how difficult it can be to find people within the industry that understand your work, to find support for your art, and to find confidence in your own voice.

In the end, Jenn and Daren share the personal struggles they have faced as writers and express how perfection can be the enemy of your writing success.

Black Poets You Should Be Reading:
Nate Marshall – Wild Hundreds
https://amzn.to/3ZQwheT
Claudia Rankine – Citizen
https://amzn.to/43e5UCG
Warsan Shire – Bless the Daughter Raised by a Voice in Her Head: Poems
https://amzn.to/3ZWnPup
Terrance Hayes – American Sonnets for My Past and Future Assassin
https://amzn.to/3m3peBS
Jericho Brown – The Tradition
https://amzn.to/3MkMiXa
Donika Kelly – Bestiary
https://amzn.to/3ZJDixR
Danez Smith – Don’t Call Us Dead
https://amzn.to/3m3oL2A
Morgan Parker – Magical Negro
https://amzn.to/3UbZH5O

Reference Material:
NYT: Just How White Is the Book Industry?
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/12/11/opinion/culture/diversity-publishing-industry.html

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Podcast Summary:
This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In this rundown episode, Jenn and Daren laugh and chat their way through the current events stuck on their minds. First, they pay homage and mourn the loss of fan favorite actor Lance Reddick and comment on how we are losing Black men at younger ages. Check on your Black man friend today.

Then they run through a collection of topics from the looming ban of TikTok to the “Hotep Olympics” of Byron Allen, Tyler Perry, and Diddy trying to buy BET to the cinematic experience that is “Swarm.” They close things out by highlighting the Transgender Day of Visibility (March 31) and explaining why everyday should be Transgender Visibility Day.

Reference Material:
* “An unforgettable talent”: The cast and crew of “The Wire” reflect on the legacy of Lance Reddick – https://www.salon.com/2023/03/24/an-unforgettable-talent-the-cast-and-crew-of-the-wire-reflect-on-the-legacy-of-lance-reddick/
* The U.S. is threatening to ban TikTok? Good luck – https://www.npr.org/2023/03/22/1165375400/tiktok-ban-app-us-china-bytedance-biden-security
* Diddy Joins Bidding War For BET – https://www.vibe.com/news/business/diddy-bet-bidding-war-tyler-perry-byron-allen-1234742284/
* Donald Glover’s New Show, ‘Swarm,’ Is Designed to Make Headlines – https://www.theringer.com/tv/2023/3/17/23632204/donald-glover-swarm-review-dominique-fishback-chloe-bailey

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This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In this Womens History Month episode, Jenn and Daren discuss the high-profile threats to transgender people and why this is even more reason to spotlight them during month. Recent comments from Republicans at the CPAC conference and from famed writer Alice Walker prove how important it is for us to always center and elevate the experiences of all Black trans people. Jenn shares the work of Marsha P. Johnson and how modern Pride celebrations are rooted in her work. To close things out, Jenn and Daren highlight the achievements of trans activists like Janet Mock, Raquel Willis, CeCe McDonald and L’leret Jazell Ailith.

Reference Material:
CPAC Speaker’s Trans Comments About ‘Eradication’ Sound Downright Genocidal – https://www.huffpost.com/entry/cpac-trans-kids-eradicated-transgender-michael-knowles_n_64038d23e4b0c78bb7430b1c
The Color Purple Author Alice Walker Defends J.K. Rowling’s Transphobia – https://www.out.com/news/jk-rowling-alice-walker

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Podcast Summary:
This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren explain how attacks on Critical Race Theory (CRT) and “Look What I Can Do” culture can hinder Black Excellence.

In the second segment, they discuss how Black folx endorsing damaging messaging and white women acting as stand-ins for diversity are perfect examples of how gatekeeping holds us back and why we need to get back to supporting each other.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren reflect on how limiting our own imagination and succumbing to imposter syndrome can sometimes be the most sinister barrier to our own Black Excellence.

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Podcast Summary:
This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In this Black History Month episode honoring the legacy of Black creatives, Jenn and Daren share some of their favorite Black creatives from the old school, contemporary times, and present day.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren talk about the legendary and super Black contributions of Ma Rainey and Henry Ossawa Tanner.

In the second segment, they share why the works of Audre Lorde and August Wilson are so important to the culture.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren share their pride in how Black youth like Samara Joy and Zara Wade are carrying the torch for Black creativity into the future.

Reference Material:
* The first African American celebrity artist – https://smarthistory.org/seeing-america-2/henry-ossawa-tanner-sa-periods/
* August Wilson: The Man Behind The Legacy – https://www.centertheatregroup.org/programs/students/learn-about-theatre/august-wilson-monologue-competition/august-wilson-biography/
* George C. Wolfe Says Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom Is Still Relevant to Today’s America – https://www.them.us/story/george-c-wolfe-ma-raineys-black-bottom-netflix-interview
* The Audre Lorde Project – https://alp.org/about/audre
* Samara Joy won Best New Artist at the 2023 Grammys. Here’s how she got there. – https://www.cbsnews.com/news/samara-joy-jazz-vocalist-best-new-artist-2023-grammys/
* Dwyane Wade Is Standing Up For His Trans Daughter. His Ex-Wife Doesn’t Approve – https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/dwyane-wade-trans-daughter-name-change-1234623869/

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Podcast Summary:
This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren explain that they like to watch bad movies, but “You People” is not the enjoyable kind of bad movie.

In the second segment, they give a quick synopsis of the movie and discuss a litany of issues that this movie has, including implicit racism, gross misrepresentations of Los Angeles, and simple lazy writing.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren expand on this film’s sins including their portrayal is Muslims, diverse instances of misogyny, and centering a white savior in a film about interracial dating.

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Podcast Summary:
This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren highlight Jenn’s recent talk on polyamory and the breakthrough nominations for the The 95th Academy Awards (2023).

In the second segment, they discuss how corny white conservative s are showing up in the news, from trying to legislate away drag queens to Florida’s war on “wokeness.”

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren reflect on the upcoming Black History Month and the perks that Patreon subscribers will get during the month.

Reference Material:
#ThatBlackCouple Ep 14 – The Oscars Episode – https://soundcloud.com/thatblackcouple/thatblackcouple-ep-14-the-oscars-episode
This Year’s Oscars Broke the Record for Most Asian Acting Nominees in One Year – https://collider.com/oscar-nominations-2023-asian-nominees/
Drag Shows Are the Next Target for Republican Lawmakers – https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-01-10/drag-shows-are-the-next-target-for-republican-lawmakers
Florida’s Anti-Woke Laws Deny Existence of Systemic Racism – https://www.yesmagazine.org/social-justice/2023/01/23/desantis-florida-woke-laws-racial-injustice
Florida’s AP African American studies ban should raise alarm elsewhere, lawmaker says – https://www.npr.org/2023/01/23/1150716064/florida-ap-african-american-studies

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Podcast Summary:
This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.

Jenn and Daren open season 4 of That Black Couple exploring what the political futures of Black folx looks like.

In the first segment, Jenn and Daren share their feelings about recent political developments like the “Red Wave” that wasn’t and the historic and embarrassing vote for the Speaker of the House.

In the second segment, they discuss the importance of the youth vote, abortion protection, and weed legalization in predicting where we are heading politically. They also talk through notable Black and queer candidate wins and set expectations around just how much progress their wins represent.

In the third segment, Jenn and Daren explain why young voters are leading the charge for change, how the Movement for Black Lives influenced that change, and how Black culture making has always been a force for revolution.

Reference Material:
Kevin McCarthy is elected House speaker after 15 votes and days of negotiations – https://www.npr.org/2023/01/06/1147470516/kevin-mccarthy-speaker-of-the-house-vote
Researchers say 2022 election had second highest young voter turnout in last 30 years – https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/diversity-inclusion/3730922-researchers-say-2022-election-had-second-highest-young-voter-turnout-in-last-30-years/
Voters deliver ringing endorsement of abortion rights on midterm ballot initiatives across the US – https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/09/politics/abortion-rights-2022-midterms/index.html
Recreational marijuana legalized in 2 states, rejected in 3 in 2022 election referendums – https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/recreational-marijuana-legalized-states-rejected/story?id=92683852
‘No ceiling you can’t break’: The LGBTQ midterm 2022 candidates who had historic wins – https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2022/11/09/lgbtq-midterm-2022-candidates-history-wins-firsts/8313445001/

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Podcast Summary:
This is an accidentally funny podcast about the realities of Blackness and adult life. We do “adult” differently. We are That Black Couple.
Our goal is to create a space for Black millennials to discuss and embody adult life on their own terms. We aren’t beholden to “traditional” gender or parenting roles, queerness is fluid and present in the ways we show up in our relationships and in the world, and we want to build community with other 30-something Black folx who are trying to figure this ish out.