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Ask A Black Woman

By Shanara

This is where you Ask A Black Woman anything but... You betta be ready for a real answer!
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ASK A BLACK WOMAN #WHW Salute #1 to Dr. Venus Opal Reese Ep 10

Ask A Black WomanMar 08, 2018

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Black Sisterhood

Black Sisterhood

Why is Black Sisterhood so complicated? Let’s talk about it.
Feb 28, 202320:13
AABW REVIEW of The Movie “Miss Juneteenth”

AABW REVIEW of The Movie “Miss Juneteenth”

From the ♥️, a review off the dome of this masterpiece.
Jun 19, 202009:43
Ask a Black Woman: Check in & What’s To Come
Jun 14, 202006:60
AskABlackWoman Responds to “Attitudes Toward Ahmaud Arbery Trauma”

AskABlackWoman Responds to “Attitudes Toward Ahmaud Arbery Trauma”

Shanara had a zoom call this week, that triggered this response to the lack of empathy for traumatized Black men, living in a time where they could be the next #AhmaudArbery . Shanara also shares part of a scene & poem from her one woman show, that deals specifically with being Black in certain neighborhoods.
May 13, 202014:10
Ask A Black Woman MAMA'S DAY TRIBUTE "GLORIA"

Ask A Black Woman MAMA'S DAY TRIBUTE "GLORIA"

Shanara is daughter of Diedre
who is daughter of Gloria
who is daughter of Alzena.
This is MAMA'S DAY TRIBUTE poetic tribute in honor of her Gramma Gloria.
May 10, 202002:29
ASK A BLACK WOMAN About The Clark Sisters Movie

ASK A BLACK WOMAN About The Clark Sisters Movie

Shanara’s commentary on the Lifetime movie, “The Clark Sisters : First Ladies of Gospel”.
Apr 28, 202039:45
ASK A BLACK WOMAN Her COVID19 Reflections

ASK A BLACK WOMAN Her COVID19 Reflections

Shanara The MouthPeace gives her COVID19 perspective from a Black Woman’s lens.
Apr 09, 202014:37
My Mouth Speaks Peace: A LOVE Affirmation

My Mouth Speaks Peace: A LOVE Affirmation

Audio snippet from the forthcoming ebook, “Poetic Affirmations: My Mouth Speaks Peace “ by Shanara The MouthPeace.
Apr 04, 202001:24
My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Joy Affirmation

My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Joy Affirmation

Today is an affirmation of Joy, from the forthcoming ebook , “Poetic Affirmations: My Mouth Speaks Peace” by Shanara The MouthPeace.
Apr 03, 202001:27
PSA on the Bonus stuff Added to the Podcast

PSA on the Bonus stuff Added to the Podcast

Are you wondering why The MouthPeace is doing poetry on the podcast, listen to this PSA.
Apr 03, 202003:07
My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Hiring Affirmation

My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Hiring Affirmation

This hiring affirmation is from the upcoming free ebook, “Poetic Affirmations : My Mouth Speaks Peace “ by Shanara The MouthPeace
Apr 02, 202000:54
My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Healing Affirmation

My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Healing Affirmation

Today’s affirmation is for healing. This snippet is from the free book releasing in April called “Poetic Affirmations: My Mouth Speaks Peace” by Shanara The MouthPeace.
Apr 01, 202002:05
My Mouth Speaks Peace: An Artist Affirmation

My Mouth Speaks Peace: An Artist Affirmation

An audio snippet of An Artist Affirmation from the free ebook, My Mouth Speaks Peace” by Shanara The MouthPeace.
Mar 31, 202001:09
My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Peace Affirmation

My Mouth Speaks Peace: A Peace Affirmation

First audio snippet from the free ebook dropping soon, “Poetic Affirmations : My Mouth Speaks Peace” by Shanara The MouthPeace.
Mar 30, 202002:48
A Black Herstory Moment Ep feat. Dr. Dina Bennett of NMAAM

A Black Herstory Moment Ep feat. Dr. Dina Bennett of NMAAM

We are concluding Women Herstory with A Black Herstory Moment interviewing Dr. Dina Bennett, Curatorial Director for the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM). Scheduled to open in Downtown Nashville Labor Day 2020, the National Museum of African American Music will be a 56,000-square-foot facility that will encourage visitors to discover the central role African Americans have played in shaping and creating all genres of American music. More info at https://nmaam.org "In the swift whirl of time, music is a constant, reminding us of what we were and of that toward which we aspired. Art thou troubled? Music will not only calm, it will ennoble thee." - Ralph Ellison: Living with Music.  This was a poignant quote Dr. Bennett offered in her interview. Books suggested were: "Warmth of Other Suns" by Isabel Wilkerson "Barracoon" by Zora Neale Hurston

Mar 25, 202054:15
Self Made Lessons from Madame CJ Walker: BONUS EP

Self Made Lessons from Madame CJ Walker: BONUS EP

If you looking for debate on the facts of Madame CJ Walker, this ain’t that! Here is an episode FULL of the lessons on Money & Hunny (love) from the inspired Netflix series starring Octavia Spencer. #BuyFromBlackWomen features Royalty Creations, a professional hairstylist affected by COVID19. Purchase her products at linktr.ee/RoyaltyCreations
Mar 24, 202037:13
Watch my award winning solo show, ASK A BLACK WOMAN, FOR FREE!

Watch my award winning solo show, ASK A BLACK WOMAN, FOR FREE!

LET’S BREAK UP YOUR QUARANTINE MONOTONY! In response to the need for quality quarantine entertainment, you may watch my entire Hollywood award winning, “Ask A Black Woman” solo show, for FREE99 through 3/26 at: www.mouthpeacestar.com Then let the convo, debate and everything in between ensue. Enjoy / SHARE/ SEND COMMENTS & QUESTIONS PLEASE!
Mar 20, 202001:57
Black Travel Ep w/ Dr. Christopher Daniels on the Ask a Black Woman Podcast

Black Travel Ep w/ Dr. Christopher Daniels on the Ask a Black Woman Podcast

The inaugural Season 3 kicks off with Dr. Christopher Daniels on the topic of Black Travel. Dr. Christopher L. Daniels is an American academic, currently a Professor at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) in the Center for Global Security and International Affairs. He is also the Co-Founder of Motherland Connect. Motherland Connect is a premier student travel company empowering HBCU students, Alum, and Friends to travel back to Africa and the World. Follow Motherland Connect: FB & IG: @MotherlandConnect_ ;  https://www.motherlandconnect.org Mentioned in the episode: "The Green Book" by Muammar Gaddafi "Cannabis & Sustainable Development" by Kenzi Riboulet-Zemouli, Simon Anderfuhren-Biget Ph.D, Martin Díaz Velásquez and Michael Krawitz Books on socialism by Former Tanzanian President, Julius Nyerere.
Mar 11, 202001:03:18
Honey Pot Hoopla Rant from the Ask a Black Woman Podcast

Honey Pot Hoopla Rant from the Ask a Black Woman Podcast

What the Honey Pot hoopla does to a Black Woman. #ThisIsAmerica
Mar 05, 202017:02
Jackie Lacey Rant from the Ask A Black Woman Podcast

Jackie Lacey Rant from the Ask A Black Woman Podcast

Why y'all hate Black Women SOOO much? Elder Black Women at that. First Gayle, now this....

Mar 04, 202005:25
Super Tuesday Rant from the Ask a Black Woman Podcast

Super Tuesday Rant from the Ask a Black Woman Podcast

I voted today. So what? 

Mar 04, 202006:37
Special Tribute Ep of Ask A Black Woman Podcast

Special Tribute Ep of Ask A Black Woman Podcast

What a week! MamaDee’s bday sets off are a Tribute for many in this ep.
Feb 23, 202010:57
Ask A Black Woman “I Can’t Rant” on This Gayle King Sitch

Ask A Black Woman “I Can’t Rant” on This Gayle King Sitch

Y’all done made me say sumthin on this mess. In 2020, THIS IS BLACK AMERICA. Yeah. Happy Black History Month😳
Feb 12, 202011:44
ASK A BLACK WOMAN Interview w/ Tressa “Azarel” Smallwood

ASK A BLACK WOMAN Interview w/ Tressa “Azarel” Smallwood

This is the first AABW interview of 2020. It is with the multi-hyphenate media mogul, Tressa “Azarel” Smallwood. So many gems dropped with this Sista! #thankfultweet for kicking off the decade with her star power. Please follow her @ceoazarel .
Feb 05, 202046:20
Ask A Black Woman Rant About A White Woman Calling Me Rude

Ask A Black Woman Rant About A White Woman Calling Me Rude

Today living while Black, this happened.
Jan 28, 202009:01
Holiday Ep of Ask A Black Woman: Queen who birthed King

Holiday Ep of Ask A Black Woman: Queen who birthed King

The observance of Alberta King on the holiday teaches us to honor our mothers on our birthday. We learn some facts about this Queen Mother in this bonus podcast ep.
Jan 21, 202016:39
Ask A Black Woman Manifesto: 2020 Kickoff Ep

Ask A Black Woman Manifesto: 2020 Kickoff Ep

In this quick but powerful ep, Shanara The MouthPeace kicks off 2020 with a special manifesto in her roots of spoken word.
Jan 10, 202003:36
ASK A BLACK WOMAN About How She Living Kwanzaa in 2020

ASK A BLACK WOMAN About How She Living Kwanzaa in 2020

Shanara gives concrete ways that she will practice Kwanzaa in the new decade.
Dec 27, 201918:55
SPECIAL ASK A BLACK WOMAN EP: For My Mama: 1 Year Later

SPECIAL ASK A BLACK WOMAN EP: For My Mama: 1 Year Later

Today marks the first anniversary of the passing of Shanara’s Mama, Diedre Diane. Here’s a reflection on what she learned from her, especially pertaining to the relationship of mothers and daughters.
Dec 20, 201910:51
ASK A BLACK WOMAN w/ Blactress Whitney Tate

ASK A BLACK WOMAN w/ Blactress Whitney Tate

The final Ask a Black Woman Podcast interview of the decade was with Chicago raised/ Los Angeles transplant @_whitneytate . This ep is a must listen on topics such as the Black Brit “invasion”, colorism in roles, solutions & safe spaces for Blactresses, white fragility, and Black Woman burdens. Suggested reading from Whitney is “The Power” by Naomi Alderman. Please follow the work of our brilliant guest at www.whitneytate.com .
Dec 11, 201901:21:03
Official ASK A BLACK WOMAN PODCAST Trailer

Official ASK A BLACK WOMAN PODCAST Trailer

Dec 11, 201900:24
Special T-Day Ep of ASK A BLACK WOMAN Podcast: Queen & Slim

Special T-Day Ep of ASK A BLACK WOMAN Podcast: Queen & Slim

Shanara The MouthPeace is not stuffed from “holiday” overeating. She is full from seeing the incredible movie “Queen & Slim”. So she just had to drop this ep while emotions were still raw and fresh.
Nov 29, 201921:53
Ask a Black Woman: Special New Orleans Edition

Ask a Black Woman: Special New Orleans Edition

This is episode was made on location in New Orleans, for the Ask A Black Woman solo show performances in the 2019 Infringe Festival. Special guests in this episode are the director, Claudia Duran and producer Lindsey Haley.
Nov 20, 201936:42
Rebellion x Fantasy x Fetishes in Interracial Dating

Rebellion x Fantasy x Fetishes in Interracial Dating

So I met a white woman who pranked her Southern grandmother by saying she was dating a Black Man. Let’s dig into this a lil further...
Oct 24, 201910:18
When Wypipo Are “Experts” on Black Culture

When Wypipo Are “Experts” on Black Culture

Recent encounter at an event prompted The MouthPeace to ignite a discussion on “When Wypipo Are “Experts” on Black Culture”.
Oct 09, 201922:23
Year of Return Part 2: Special Guest Kristie’s Trip to Ghana

Year of Return Part 2: Special Guest Kristie’s Trip to Ghana

Our special guest, Los Angeles native, Kristie Metoyer (@artkristicali) shares her experience on her first trip to Ghana she just returned from.
Sep 11, 201952:17
I’m not THAT B***!

I’m not THAT B***!

Being a Black Woman is enough, why we gotta be That B*** or a Bad B***?
Sep 04, 201903:43
Year of Return Part 1

Year of Return Part 1

Shanara shares her Year of Return moment and more.
Aug 28, 201922:28
The NEW Good Ole Boys Club

The NEW Good Ole Boys Club

Let’s get real about the good ole boys club brewing at work and in every facet of life.
Aug 21, 201921:11
Black Church Culture Appropriation

Black Church Culture Appropriation

Is there such thing as Black Church Culture Appropriation? Hmmm...
Aug 14, 201921:03
Response to St Patrick’s Day Message

Response to St Patrick’s Day Message

Catching up with supporters!
Jul 27, 201901:19
Response to Paladinah

Response to Paladinah

Catching up with supporters!
Jul 27, 201901:00
Ask A Black Woman Podcast is BACK! 7/27/19

Ask A Black Woman Podcast is BACK! 7/27/19

It’s been a long time. I shouldn’t have left you... trust me I have good reason. But I’m back! Lemme catch y’all up😊
Jul 27, 201915:46
ASK A BLACK WOMAN ABOUT MR BOBBY BROWN

ASK A BLACK WOMAN ABOUT MR BOBBY BROWN

So I got a selfie with Mr Bobby Brown this past Saturday and had to check a chick about her dumb comment about him
Dec 06, 201809:43
Ask A Black Woman Podcast Premier Ep1

Ask A Black Woman Podcast Premier Ep1

ASK A BLACK WOMAN Podcast Premier Pt 1. It's Vday 2018 so The MouthPeace wants to talk about the hit Bravo show "To Rome for Love".
Sep 14, 201809:35
ASK A BLACK WOMAN "Does Domestic Violence Exist in Wakanda?" Ep 5

ASK A BLACK WOMAN "Does Domestic Violence Exist in Wakanda?" Ep 5

It's Women's HERstory month and I'm a DV survivor, so lemme know if you think DV would exist in InWakanda? Why or why not? How can we transfer remedies from our African utopia to remedy this issue?
Sep 14, 201804:50
ASK A BLACKWOMAN Unapologetically Black Convo w/Misty Monroe

ASK A BLACKWOMAN Unapologetically Black Convo w/Misty Monroe

In this 44th episode, The MouthPeace sits down with Misty Monroe, creator and performer of the dope one woman show, “Unapologetically Black “. This candid convo about code switching, flip side of Black pride and standing down in the face of white maleness and much more is a must listen!
Aug 15, 201801:01:33
Ask A Black Woman Raps About “Charlemagne &Rape” Ep43

Ask A Black Woman Raps About “Charlemagne &Rape” Ep43

The unpopular perspective about Charlemagne and Rape
Aug 01, 201808:22
Ask A Black Woman Sistafriend Convo w/ Kendra MacDonald Ep42

Ask A Black Woman Sistafriend Convo w/ Kendra MacDonald Ep42

The MouthPeace chops up with sista Kendra MacDonald on her career as a film producer and director and how her faith influences her calling.
Jul 25, 201847:06
Ask A Black Woman Sistafriend Convo w/ Angelic Ep 41

Ask A Black Woman Sistafriend Convo w/ Angelic Ep 41

When two Westside Chicago natives meet for the first time in LA, it's a must they have an AABW sitdown❤️
Jul 18, 201801:02:32