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In My Shoes Stories from Women of Color

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In My Shoes is a podcast about women of color and the issues we face but sometimes don't get to talk about. We will give our perspective, allowing you a glimpse into what it's like to deal with racism, infertility, mental illness, parenting, relationships, colorism, politics, hair, health, you name it - in our shoes. Sometimes it just takes a moment to hear a personal story to realize things aren't always the way they seem. When you hear someone's personal story you can see things through their eyes, from their perspective, even if it's just for a moment - but that moment may be all it takes to change the way you think about or view women from other cultural backgrounds and skin tones. Walk a mile in my shoes, and find out things aren't always the way they seem.

Location:

United States

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In My Shoes is a podcast about women of color and the issues we face but sometimes don't get to talk about. We will give our perspective, allowing you a glimpse into what it's like to deal with racism, infertility, mental illness, parenting, relationships, colorism, politics, hair, health, you name it - in our shoes. Sometimes it just takes a moment to hear a personal story to realize things aren't always the way they seem. When you hear someone's personal story you can see things through their eyes, from their perspective, even if it's just for a moment - but that moment may be all it takes to change the way you think about or view women from other cultural backgrounds and skin tones. Walk a mile in my shoes, and find out things aren't always the way they seem.

Language:

English

Contact:

813-906-0083


Episodes

What this birthday taught me about giving it to God

5/19/2023
May is the month for me ya'll! It's my birthday, mother's day, and it's also Mental Health and Foster Care Awareness Month. All of this is of course, near and dear to my heart. Find out what being a foster mama meant to me and what I've learned as the mama of a child (now an adult) living with a mental health disorder AND the four things about Mental Health Awareness Month that I hope you can remember year round. PLUS how you can help me celebrate my milestone birthday More great advice on mental health from a former guest and mental health advocate Natasha Pierre.

Duration:00:12:04

Wait, was that a micro aggression?

4/29/2023
It's a term you hear a lot these days, but what exactly does it mean? Many describe micro aggressions as subtle or unintentional acts of racism? But are they unintentional? And does calling it subtle make it any better or any less hurtful? And when is a micro aggression just an incident of flat out racism? Maureen Greene-James of MGJ Speaks is an inclusion champion with great insight into what micro aggressions are, what they aren't and what to do when you experience it.

Duration:00:53:30

Tennis Shoes, Accidents & Autism Awareness Month

4/6/2023
Catching up on what's been going on with me and with my baby girl as we honor Autism Awareness Month. It's been a minute since a solo episode. Wait until I tell you what happened to me not to mention my baby girl and how it's related to her Autism diagnosis. As an African American mom of an adult on the spectrum the journey has been winding and sometimes full of potholes, be we are making it and there's no road I'd rather be on. Find out why and the advice I give to new moms on this Autism journey.

Duration:00:20:08

How Six Strangers Became Sisters

3/8/2023
In honor of International Women's Day and Women's History Month I wanted you to meet my girls! During the pandemic, we agreed to become an accountability team, helping each other as we grow our business, but what happened over a very short time became so much more than that! This episode will dispel the myth about women unwilling to support each other. Find out how we met, how we formed an unbreakable bond, what we think of the stereotype AND why we think it's so important for women to support each other. Check out our shops and support our women, black-owned business. Keep Prominent Boutique Priceless Dreams Major Minor Works In My Shoes One Unique Buy

Duration:00:33:56

Her New Book - I'm Not Yelling is Like Therapy for Black Girls

2/16/2023
It started when Elizabeth Leiba was falsely arrested for a pack of batteries she had actually paid for. When she opened up about her experience it resonated and her social media BLEW UP! As she began talking to other Black women she realized empowerment for Black women, learning to love themselves as they are, and understanding the only path to true happiness is showing up as YOU, natural hair and all! Find out why Elizabeth says she let go of "Angela" and what happened the night before her book release. And check out her first episode with IMS Today and why she decided to share her story and experience.

Duration:01:09:54

When they couldn't find it, they decided to create it - The Women of Black Paper Party

1/28/2023
J'Aaron Merchant, Chief Creative Officer for Black Paper Party talks about how the company began, what happened when she and her two co-founders saw a lack of representation in the holiday retail space, and how she's learning to embrace and celebrate her wins as a freelance illustrator and creator of the characters and illustrations for the new company. Find out more about Black Paper Party: https://www.blackpaperparty.com Instagram: @blackpaperparty

Duration:00:28:35

She Did What?!

1/12/2023
I have finally recorded it FAM! This episode I've been teasing for sometime. Find out what really went down with my baby girl and the day she came home with a referral accusing her of destroying school property. Such powerful language and emotional wording. And when I tell you what she actually did! You won't believe it. On this quick episode I tell you why it's so important that we pay attention to the words used to describe our children and their behavior in the classroom. Ya'll know, I believe in the power of words!

Duration:00:16:41

ME, YOU AND 2022 - HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVE!

12/30/2022
No music, no intro, just me! I could not let 2022 ride off into the sunset without saying hello to you all! I am excited about next year and continuing this podcast journey with all of you. I took a little break, but I've still been busy. This is a quick catch up. Tomorrow I'll go live on FB to share my word for 2023. Do you have your word, your mantra for the new year? There is still time to work on it. Be sure to follow me on Facebook; Instagram and I am even trying to get my TikTok game going!

Duration:00:14:01

Three Words for World Mental Health Day and an Update on my baby girl

10/10/2022
I recorded this just before Hurricane Ian but before I could post, Ian hit and we were without power for a few days! So I am releasing on World Mental Health Day instead of a little earlier the way I planned. As the mom of a special needs child I know how important it is to take care of your own mental health if you want to be there for others. I hope this resonates with you. Happy World Mental Health Day!

Duration:00:18:21

Freedom or Arrogance - When You Refuse to Change for Someone Else's Comfort

9/1/2022
I LOVE Tabitha Brown, did I say I LOVE HER?! So, when a comment on Twitter called her choice to refuse to be anything less than what God made her to be was call arrogant by another Black Woman, Auntie Tab let her know it isn't arrogance, it's freedom. You know I had to weigh in! Why would her choice be called arrogant, and why would one Black woman attach that label to another Black woman for such a personal choice? Why does it sometimes feel as though it's tough for us to support each other and the choices we make? I would love to know what you think! Hit me up and let me know: kidt@inmyshoestoday.com. And be sure to take my challenge, promote and support a woman of color this week, no judgement, just pure love! I will start! Check out my girl Ginain Grayes and her new podcast: Cook the Garden - https://cookprayslay.com/podcast

Duration:00:11:45

Five Words to Keep Your Dream from Becoming a Nightmare

8/18/2022
I'm BAAAAACCCCKKK!!! After some much needed time off from the mic, I am ready to share what I've learned, the changes I've made and what I discovered about myself. These Five words made all the difference. Maybe this will help you too!

Duration:00:11:43

A Model at 70? She Did That!

6/10/2022
Meet Carolyn Doelling who refused to allow society to make her feel invisible after retirement. She decided to add a bit of color to her wardrobe and embrace her natural hair, as her own visual protest. The results, a blossoming modeling career at 70 and the chance to use her platform to help other women see that retirement isn't the end - it's really the beginning.

Duration:00:37:22

On National Missing Children's Day - Tips from the Black and Missing Foundation on Keeping Our Children Safe

5/25/2022
It's an update from Natalie Wilson with The Black and Missing Foundation. Find out what tips she has for making sure our children are safe online. And help me honor them, this month is 14 years of service helping us find us. Wear something orange this weekend (that's their color) and tag them on Instagram @blackandmissingfdn and tell them THANK YOU for their dedication and commitment to our missing. Visit their website to learn more and find out how you can help.

Duration:00:40:57

My Daughter, My Birthday and My Mental Health

5/6/2022
May is my month ya'll! It's Mother's Day, its' my Birthday and May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I just could not help but start the month talking about why May means so much to me. Find out what's going on with my girl, what I've learned about balance when it comes to dealing with her life and protecting my own mental health. There is one thing I believe is VERY important (maybe two) to remember during mental health awareness month. And HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! This year my birthday is on the "eve" of next year's milestone birthday and it's a time that I am learning more about what I want this next chapter in my life to look like, including committing more time to the non-profit my sisters and I started several years ago but had to put on the back burner for a while. I'd love for you to celebrate with me and donate to SEW (only if you want to) DONATE TO MY BIRTHDAY FUNDRAISER

Duration:00:33:32

REWIND! Your Baby is Autistic - Congratulations! Embracing Your New Normal

4/14/2022
It's Autism Awareness Month and we are talking to Tiffany Hutchinson, a mom with a son on the spectrum. She talks about the rough road getting to a diagnosis, how she felt when she finally had answers and what she thinks are some of the misconceptions many have about children with autism. The experience led her to use her love of writing to write about the experience and from there, she started her blog, A Mama Bear and Her Cub: https://amamabearandhercub.com/author/amamabearandhercub/ April is Autism Awareness Month and I can't wait for you to listen to this discussion. Moms of color have a story to tell about raising children with autism and this story is inspirational, relatable and real ya'll, so let's get into it!

Duration:00:47:37

Endometriosis - The Struggle is REAL

3/31/2022
March is National Endometriosis Month and I just could not let the month pass without talking about it. I've talked about the fibroids, but guess what, I had endometriosis too. We need to talk about it more so here goes - more on this part of my journey! Check me out, and click below for a few resources with more information. What is Endometriosis Black Women and Endometriosis The Sisterhood Project

Duration:00:20:39

The Authors of We Are Not Like Them Talk Race and Friendship in the Face of Tragedy

3/24/2022
In the book We Are Not Like Them, two friends, one White and one Black tell the story from their separate perspective when a tragic event involving the shooting of an unarmed Black teenager changes their lives forever. They must face the issue of race head on and talk about uncomfortable feelings and stereotypes around race. Authors Christine Pride and Jo Piazza tell a powerful story and find that in order to tell this fictional but emotional and relevant story, they had to be open and honest about race with each other. Check out what they had to say, and then, if you haven't read the book, buy a hard copy or the audiobook TODAY!

Duration:00:37:11

My Surgery Update and Why March is a Month to Celebrate

3/3/2022
I'm BAAAAAACK! it's my surgery update, what I wish I had done differently and the DRAMA after the surgery in recovery. It was a rocky start but thank God I made It! And, guess what ya'll! It's my two-year podcast anniversary! PLUS a quick preview of wha's coming up In My Shoes and with our non-profit Sisters Empowering Women.

Duration:00:30:04

REWIND! Our Love Story - Celebrating Black Love

2/11/2022
It's me and my boo ya'll! We are telling our love story for Valentine's Day. Find out what happened when he realized I was just a Freshman, and years later, when we were just about to date and then he moved away. And the day I found out he was getting married!! You will have to listen to find out what happened there! It's Valentine's Day and we are celebrating love on In My Shoes.

Duration:00:53:52

Surviving Cancer, Divorce & Parenthood All at the Same Time

2/3/2022
When Zykeisha Destin began to experience back pain, stomach aches and low iron, she began a year long journey of doctor's visits, blood transfusions and medical professionals who could only guess at the cause as one test after another failed to reveal the cause. And then one day the answer - colon cancer. It was something no doctor thought to test for since she was in her early thirties and had already given birth to two children. Now with Stage 4 colon cancer, she was fighting for her life, determined to be there to raise her two little ones, even as her marriage began to fall a part. This is a story of one Black woman's struggle, perseverance and determination even against the odds. Follow Zykeisha on instagram

Duration:00:40:09