She Wears The Pants

It's the season finale and it has been a memorable journey. On this season ender, Tay and Sade reflect on the season they had and look forward. They also talk about the Pink Moon and unloading baggage (14:21), Tay talks about dealing with obsession (20:00), how the world is one big distraction (27:40), what are we distracting ourselves from (38:23), cults (55:13) and more. The AHA Moment (1:00:00) asks why do you stop liking someone after you learn they like you?.

Book Recommendations:

Just Kids by Patti Smith

Salvation by bell hooks

On this episode, Tay and Sade continue their conversation from last week about sex but this week she wears the pants! Singer/songwriter, Dorian Arielle, joins as they give the womanly perspective on sex and how each of their sexual experiences differ and compare. They discuss their introduction into pornography (14:49),  telling partners about past relations (27:04), differences between having sex with a man vs a woman (34:42), the concept of virginity (55:00) and much more. The AHA Moment of this week (1:24:00) asks how to tell your partner you are not happy.

Book Recommendations:

Mein Kampf by Adolf Hitler

The Body Keeps Secrets by Besser Van Der Kolk, M.D

Sacred Woman by Queen Afua

On this episode, Tay and Sade talk about the misogynistic qualities and thoughts that women have internalized from generations of living within the patriarchy. They discuss what misogynistic beliefs they themselves have internalized (13:47), how it has created perception of motherhood/parenting (20:30), and the programming of a population (32:10). This then lead to the idea of marriage and how misogyny impacts modern day relationships (42:30). The AHA Moment (1:04:51) asks about how can a man navigate after being called out for creep behavior.

Book Recommendations: 

Apply Where Necessary by Quay Seamster

Literally Show Me a Sane Person by Darcie Wilder

On this episode, after discussing the breakup of Saweetie and Quavo (5:30), Tay and Sade go over some of the difficulties of breaking up (17:51). They also discuss whats proper etiquette when breaking up (24:51), break up horror stories (36:13) and the mutual friends after the breakup (40:51). The AHA Moment of this week asks how to apologize for treating someone not as nice as they would like (48:50).

Book Recommendation

This Will be Your Undoing: Living at the Intersection of Black, Female and Feminist in (White) America by Morgan Jenkins

The Gucci Mane Guide to Greatness by Gucci Mane

On this episode, Tay and Sade discuss how the internet has evolved over the years and how it has effected our everyday lives. Tay talks about her seeing how a Tik Tok challenge led to a pomegranate shortage (8:47). Sade talks about how body image and the acceptance of cosmetic surgery has changed (11:45) Tay mentions how the internet has changed how we speak (31:00) which lead Sade to ask is that necessarily a good thing (41:00). The AHA Moment of the week (58:30) asks where is the line between accepting your partners flaws and not being a good match.

Book Recommendation:

Wreck this Journal by Keri Smith

Well Read Black Girl: Finding Our Stories, Discovering Ourselves by Glory Edim   

On this episode, Tay and Sade reflect on living through this past year dealing with COVID-19 and quarantine. Sade supplies facts about the mortality numbers(10:05), Tay recounts her experience contracting COVID-19 and how to still get tested (21:35). The ladies also talk about their expectations and lesson learned from dating women (49:17) and how to deal with intrusive thoughts about past, toxic relationships (58:00).

Book Recommendations:

All About Love: New Visions by Bell Hook

 Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend

On this episode of SWTP Podcast, Tay and Sade have a discussion about the importance of rest to the black woman (22:06) and the relationship between black women and luxury. They also have a conversation about Lori Harvey's public perception and the stance from people like Lil Boosie (39:38) and much more.

Book Recommendations: 

• The Sisters Are Alright: Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women in America by Tamara Winfrey Harris
• Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand In the Sun and Be Your Own Person by Shonda Rhimes
• Black Girls Must Die Exhausted by Jayne Allen

The ladies are back! Season 3 of SWTP podcast has finally arrived and its like they never missed a beat. On this episode, Tay and Sade discuss who is actually wearing the pants this week (3:18), what they've been up to during this break (11:00), Valentine's Day activities (21:00), the Justin Timberlake apology (29:17), their AHA Moments, and so much more. Stay tuned for more!