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Black Girl from Eugene

Black Girl from Eugene

By Ayisha Elliott

Raw and uncensored monologues and conversations about race relations. The ins and outs of the unique perspectives of a black woman who is FROM the Pacific North West, specifically from the predominately white state and“ SUPER” white city of Eugene, Oregon.
Be a fly on the wall...listen as myself and guests work through what Is seen, felt and talked about on a daily basis while living black.

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Conversation with White People with IC Bailey

Black Girl from Eugene Dec 18, 2019

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Biracial babies and Me
Oct 21, 202329:22
Loss

Loss

My first podcast in months it feels like- I’ve traveled to another country, adopted my grandchildren, loss my father and moved to a new state!!! Can we talk about loss and process for a moment?? Stick with me, it gets better and better
Sep 03, 202339:01
Have White people evolved?
May 08, 202337:43
The Loss of my Dad
Apr 22, 202317:09
About Police Brutality
Jan 29, 202352:23
My Unpopular Opinions

My Unpopular Opinions

Why do we oppress other cultures like it’s our right, while we fight for freedom in our own culture- freedom being relative in this convo. Consider joining me at www.patreon.com_blackgirlfromeugene_1 to join in a new series of bi- weekly virtual discussions about our relationship to racism and the tenets of white supremacy culture ! Starting January 26th!
Jan 09, 202341:07
Privileged Silence
Dec 10, 202246:55
You are not AntiRacist
Oct 29, 202238:23
Is there a Black problem?
Oct 03, 202201:10:26
Reflections from Costa Rica
Sep 17, 202225:53
How Diversity Equity and Inclusion DIED

How Diversity Equity and Inclusion DIED

This episode, I’m joined by a group of people designated as a Diversity Committee tasked with tackling the massive assignment of creating inclusion- this group has come on today to talk about how it ALL went wrong and we discuss VERY candidly how, in THIS extremely popular not for profit hippie festival, truly never intended for their DEI assignment to come to fulfillment -
Sep 10, 202202:28:10
Just Let it go!!
Jul 26, 202235:58
Performative Allies are in the way
Jul 10, 202237:50
The Liberal Lie
Jul 03, 202236:33
How is surviving sustainable?

How is surviving sustainable?

Living under this pressure- racism, sexism, xenophobia - just a small list of isms that we are dodging to seem “normal”- how long can black and brown people sustain living under this duress??
May 30, 202233:24
What about Toxic Masculinity

What about Toxic Masculinity

Sean Swagoddard joins me to discuss his perspective and solution to facing toxic masculinity in the Black Community- join us!!
Apr 17, 202239:25
No safe space at the NAACP

No safe space at the NAACP

This episode is a story highlighting the misuse of power by an all white executive team that led to using black experiences and vulnerability to appear as though the organization wasn’t relying on the culture of white supremacy to move its political agenda forward. Their actions tokenized a young woman, their hiring process demonstrates highly unethical practices and ended a standing trust within the community as a safe haven. Listen in…
Mar 27, 202247:58
Scared white folx and Ukraine
Feb 27, 202233:07
2022- mental health crisis anyone?

2022- mental health crisis anyone?

2020, and MF’ing 2021- our collective Mental health and the capacity to create inclusive space for our collective experience…
Jan 02, 202235:58
Recognize a racist Board of Directors
Dec 12, 202148:59
This Justice system and white men

This Justice system and white men

This has a bit of heat behind it- I’m really tired y’all- The Rittenhouse “trial” has me thinking mental health intervention for mediocre white cis men is a viable answer
Nov 22, 202135:03
Why is exposing race to children difficult?
Nov 08, 202125:20
Obsession with White innocence - and Equity education

Obsession with White innocence - and Equity education

Eva Farah is a Filipino- American, Mexican who is an incredible advocate in equity education. We discuss the barriers and process of working within white supremacist culture. Join us!!
Oct 26, 202101:29:50
Black folx in Rural Oregon, y’all good!?!

Black folx in Rural Oregon, y’all good!?!

I speak with LaNicia Duke who is a 4 th generation “preachers child” from Southern California who sight unseen moved to Rural Oregon, as she has lived here since the early 2000’s, her experience has led her to developing her own support system that is changing the face of The land…
Oct 10, 202101:03:53
The Revolution is Black Joy !
Sep 12, 202101:04:50
Ever see GET OUT? But this is for real!

Ever see GET OUT? But this is for real!

I am joined by Lindsey Robinson a hyper queen (she does explain) and entertainer, motivational speaker and my cohost for the 2nd annual Black Cultural Festival here in Oregon. We talk about what it’s like “hiding” in Oregon and why- how our community could heal together to make living through white supremacy just a little less painful. Names given to find Lindsey if you’re interested in hiring her are: KJ Chocolate Thunder and MrsPolishPretty - you can DM on FB platform messenger.
Aug 29, 202101:14:06
You don’t own Black bodies- (I’m back)
Aug 15, 202101:14:06
PART 3, Lane Public Health, Building Inclusive spaces in the workplace

PART 3, Lane Public Health, Building Inclusive spaces in the workplace

I sit down with a dynamic team of the lane County Public Health, who have built an incredible work dynamic that supports inclusivity and with that foundation have built an incredible outreach effort to People of Color to help in the efforts of vaccination for Covid 19. 

Jul 04, 202101:35:50
What do Hawaiians have to say about Colonization of their land

What do Hawaiians have to say about Colonization of their land

Today, I was joined by Charne and Kanani of Oahu Hawaii. We speak on what it means to be Hawaiian, what colonization has done and is doing to the islands. These women are dynamic and powerful and loving and compassionate. They have solutions to coming to the island and reducing  the negative impact. 


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Jun 22, 202101:01:28
Are White business' actually ready?

Are White business' actually ready?

This week I'm discussing white leadership choosing white defense when learning about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. It is creating a barrier to the process, and actualization of inclusion.  You have to chose to be vulnerable, you have to be willing to approach something new, it requires active participation by privileged people.    

Jun 06, 202142:54
Historical Omissions and or Interpersonal Truth

Historical Omissions and or Interpersonal Truth

Please welcome my guest Ian Waller podcast creator and producer of The Power of Ideas: apple.co/2S8ZapC We discuss Memorial Day, historical Im misión, we openly disagree if that is lying or not-Lol- we touch on astrology- it is a very informative and just a good time! Join us!!
May 31, 202101:44:51
Colonizing Lies

Colonizing Lies

Just some thoughts on the level of cognitive dissonance it takes to defend mass murder, genocide, or other colonizing atrocities that we are currently witnessing in our world. In the US, in Palenstine/Israel, in Colombia, in India, Brazil....

There is one common factor. 

Listen in, and please feel free to leave me a comment, or a rating to help my little podcast grow....


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May 23, 202153:39
Creating Pro Black Spaces with multiculturalism in mind

Creating Pro Black Spaces with multiculturalism in mind

I’m joined by Trey L. Day of Day in the Life Entertainment, LLC. We discuss coming from elsewhere and moving to a predominately white city looking for community, we discuss paying black artist, white allies coming into unknown black spaces, we discuss growth and connection of the black community in Oregon and more ... check show notes for more information!!
May 12, 202101:02:48
Bridging broken relations w/ Black community
May 09, 202101:35:50
Racism is a now considered public health crisis

Racism is a now considered public health crisis

I’m joined by Deleesa MeashinTubby, Executive Director of Volunteers in Medicine and Jennifer Webster an epidemiologist who worked on the 2020 Health Equity Report!! We discuss the new found decision to list Racism as a public health crisis and what that means moving forward...this is a part 2 of a 3 part series with Lane County Public Health! If you enjoy my podcast and are learning from them, please consider supporting through patreon. www.patreon.com/blackgirlfromeugene_1 THANK YOU KINDLY! ALSO!!! How to contact Jennifer about the 2020 health equity report, this is how you reach her. Just want to say that I am serious about wanting feedback on the Health Equity Report & how to make it more useful to the community 😻😻 https://public.tableau.com/views/LCPH_HealthEquityReport_2020/D1?%3Alanguage=en&%3Adisplay_count=y&publish=yes&%3Atoolbar=n&%3Aorigin=viz_share_link%20&%3AshowVizHome=no_&%3Adevice=desktop
Apr 25, 202148:51
Historic violence on Black People in Healthcare

Historic violence on Black People in Healthcare

I am joined by Matin Allums with Lane County Public Health. He is discussing historic origins of the health care system and its ties with the Black community. The historic violence is evidence to present day hesitation in the community most affected by Covid to receive the vaccine. We explore a how health care system has routinely utilized black bodies to benefit the privileged community, and how that is now being recognized and  changing for the better...

Apr 18, 202101:09:09
All in my Spiritual business

All in my Spiritual business

Joined by Mysticalhealing.guide, Rasia, we talk about history of Black people and spiritual healing. Race is a social construct, the trauma of being oppressed for centuries become a factor in our DNA. Black people historically have been disconnected from a space of healing that is naturally a part of who we are BEFORE the trauma. While we discuss this, Rasia does a LIVE TAROT reading on me !! Its a deep experience to a collective process and personally revealing to my process while doing the work of Race, Equity, and Inclusion. 

Apr 11, 202101:19:30
What narrative do Black children have to overcome?
Apr 04, 202153:01
What it takes to be Anti Racist.
Mar 28, 202151:30
Mental Health and Purpose

Mental Health and Purpose

Claire Synder with Black Joy Oregon joins me to discuss Mental Health and to understand Anti Racism as a process, trauma leading to purpose! The process of unlearning is also traumatic and this process of deconstructing racism weighs heavily on mental health for both white and BIPOC communities. The conversation is truly organic, we didn't meet prior to discuss, and is genuinely beautiful to hear. 

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Mar 21, 202101:12:38
Young Black and Gifted...in Eugene

Young Black and Gifted...in Eugene

Erin is in Eugene to earn a Masters degree at UO, she’s from Atlanta. She talks with me about her experience moving to Eugene and seeking community she can recognize....she’s intelligent, talented and beautiful with A LOT for us to consider!!
Mar 07, 202101:08:35
TOKENISM, The inside scoop

TOKENISM, The inside scoop

Today, my guest Siobhan Cancel and I spoke on Tokenism. The truth around deconstructing systems of oppression for all of us, and the damage it does, the trauma. Although the conversation is light hearted, the subject is all too common and is a true barrier to inclusivity. Take a listen and let us know what you think!

  • Learn more about my guest and her Diversity and Inclusion work here: www.siobhansolutions.com
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  • HOODIES available, please DM me for if interested, on my website, direct contact: www.blackgirlfromeugene.org
  • LEARN MORE about NURTURELY, Perinatal Health and wellness Non profit based in Eugene, Oregon -based and structured to provide an Inclusive approach to perinatal health. Learn more about Nurturely at www.nurturely.org
Feb 21, 202101:31:59
Interracial Lovin', Valentines Day edition

Interracial Lovin', Valentines Day edition

I'm joined by Chef Andre Royal, a published author of a 2 childrens books.(see below) The founder of the first Blackled and created timed run event to benefit a cause in the city of Eugene, The Suddenly Sleep Sleepwalk! Please see links below to support!  

Our discussion covers our lived experience in interracial relationships, the joys and the lows, the perceptions and the misperceptions, preferences or none, we had a good time...There's even a love letter involved..written by Kokayi Nokashere. Join us!!

SHOW NOTES:

Suddenly sleepy 5K walks:

https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_inofrmation.php?even_id=135122

IG: Chef_Andre_Royal

FACEBOOK PAGE: 

https://m.facebook.com/chefandreroyal/

CHILDREN'S BOOK: 

https://www.amazon.com/Hippo-Critic-Tale-Epic-Proportions/dp/1945432365

https://www.amazon.com/LIttLE-BIG-Bear-Clumsy-playing/dp/194543239X 


FOR MONETARY SUPPORT: 

His cash app is: $andreroyal247 


HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY to those who do that thing...and those of us who do not, THE LOVE IS STILL THE SAME (wink)

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Feb 14, 202101:36:45
Working in White Spaces

Working in White Spaces

With Martin Allums, a young black man working his way through and finds himself in a situation where his blackness and his boss’ white privilege may cost him dearly. We talk it out, and it’s a part 1- check it out
Feb 07, 202140:25
What not to do and do in Black History Month

What not to do and do in Black History Month

Black History is 365 days, first of all. I invite everyone to look at Black History Month a little differently- Lets deconstruct the white narrative in it, and make it authentic for each of us! Check it out...


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Jan 31, 202149:44
Purity Politics, Cancel Culture, and some side eye

Purity Politics, Cancel Culture, and some side eye

I am joined by Black Joy Oregon's founder Julianne Jackson who delivers insight, facts and some laughs.. We are telling our truth as openly as we can, this conversations covers the reality of changing a whole system, and if we can see ourselves without one, what develops next; how and for whom? Steps are necessary before leaps are taken...

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Jan 24, 202101:31:43
Unpopular Vulnerability

Unpopular Vulnerability

This episode discusses how we as a collective can ready ourselves for the truth of the future. To encourage realization of our personal connection to white supremacy, authenticity and how we can show up for this new society we are fighting for.  Vulnerability isn't easy for most people, and for the growth this transformation is creating, it's the only way we can grow something NEW.

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Jan 17, 202101:02:49
White supremacy vs. white privilege

White supremacy vs. white privilege

All about this insurrection. It is vital that we name what happened on January 6th, it is ESSENTIAL that we do not allow history to code this horrific display of white privilege that killed 5 of their own, as an act derived and created because of one man.  It is simply not true, and we need the people responsible: white people, to create a real response to their witnessing of white privilege, was this what you imagined? Now that the FBI decided their congress people could die for the rights of white supremacy nationwide, does that bring awareness to how this idea benefits every white person?  

Please listen in...

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Jan 10, 202145:21
addressing a white mans fear of "Black dominance" in a FB post

addressing a white mans fear of "Black dominance" in a FB post

I am joined by Leann Ashley who was confronted with a flaming racist on FB. She sent me the exchange and I had to address it.  This man's delusions include "white people should not be dominated in our land" to "we invented the modern world" to "If it wasn't for us, THEY would be living in squalor" . I read his post several times to make sure we all understand the level of fear he is coming from. However, on a more critical analysis of his statements, how much of what he is saying is TANGIBLE evidence of the oppression BIPOC people have been stating all along. How much of what he is saying is just a description.....Join us!!


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Jan 03, 202101:23:59
Who says Passing as White is a good thing?

Who says Passing as White is a good thing?

Maisie Lin is my guest, she has a son who is passing as white. I am very fair skinned, and have been told that  could "pass" . What does passing mean when you are ProBlack, or have a passing child and you don't how do you explain the difference? Is it actually beneficial for the child? Is there guilt from relief of fear.....JOIN US, we will walk through it!!

SHOW NOTES:

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BOOKS mentioned on the show by Kokayi Nosakhere can be found and purchased,, the set of books is $40.00. orders can be completed using this link: https://www.paypay.me/KokayiNosakhere 

 If you choose to order all books are physical copies, so they will be mailed to you. 

Dec 27, 202001:25:20