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Sorry Not Sorry

Sorry Not Sorry

By Jionne McMichael

A podcast dedicated to exploring the Black Experience in NYC from dating to politics, to pop culture - we got it covered! Put down the Kool-aid and come sip this tea, served piping hot by your hosts J² (JiJi @Jionne.Mc and Jenni @JenniFDB).
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Leaping into Self Discovery with a Gap Year

Sorry Not SorryJan 04, 2023

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Leaping into Self Discovery with a Gap Year

Leaping into Self Discovery with a Gap Year

Just what is a gap year?

Traditionally a gap year has been defined as the year you take off before starting college. What was once deemed frivolous activity; many are realizing the importance of creating intentional time to explore the world around them, and to discover what’s really important to them.

During this episode of Sorry Not Sorry, cohost Jenni Lewis-Ford will interview four artists who took a leap of faith and participated in a one-of-a-kind gap year program in NYC. Far from a time for inaction, a gap year is a time to define the road for yourself! We will hear their stories, what they have learned about themselves during this program, and how this experience will shape their future.

Jan 04, 202301:16:27
S2Ep8: Dear White People...

S2Ep8: Dear White People...

Join us for this Juneteenth edition of Sorry Not Sorry, where J² dig into the issues causing civil unrest and the global Black Lives Matter movement. JiJi and Jenni provide their insights on the ongoing issues of police brutality in America, what true allyship entails and what we want to see happen next. Put down the Kente cloth (PLEASE!) and come sip this informative tea.
Jun 19, 202001:23:24
S2Ep7: LEADing w/ Jeremiah Brown

S2Ep7: LEADing w/ Jeremiah Brown

 JiJi talks with The L.E.A.D Athletics CEO & Founder as well as Educator and Mentor Jeremiah Brown about his experience playing with the NFL and the inspiration behind creating his company. He also shares how he won a $30K grant in the New York Nicks and Squarespace annual 'Make It Awards' and some tips on how he stays active during the quarantine. Grab your pen and paper, put down the kool-aid and get ready to be INSPIRED! 

May 29, 202054:21
S2Ep6: Finding Resilience Through Gratitude

S2Ep6: Finding Resilience Through Gratitude

In times of challenge and turmoil, finding ways to be grateful is not always easy. Author, Speaker, and Life Coach Katie McKenna shares her insights on how to build resilience through gratitude especially when the world as you know it has changed drastically, a subject Katie knows oh so well. In a blink of an eye, Katie McKenna‘s life was forever changed when she was run over by an 18-wheeler. After extensive surgery, she woke up to find herself in a new life that would never be the same. Put down the Kool-Aid and come sip this tea to find how, together, we can navigate this global crisis with grit, gratitude, and a pinch of tequila.

More about Katie:

Katie McKenna is a professional speaker, life coach, and bestselling author, of “How to Get Run Over by a Truck”.  http://katiecmckenna.com/

May 01, 202001:00:54
S2Ep5: The Burnout Podcast

S2Ep5: The Burnout Podcast

Our girl Jenni joined Caitlin Donovan on her show Fried: The Burnout Podcast to discuss Black Girl Magic, Burnout and Gratitude. While Black Girl Magic is real, it often glosses over the many factors that contributes to burn out in women and entrepreneurs of color. If you find yourself with a case of "doing too much," put down the kool-aid and come sip this tea.
Apr 17, 202051:26
S2Ep4: Network Like A Bo$$

S2Ep4: Network Like A Bo$$

Are you networking with purpose? -- We are kicking off International Women's Day weekend with this gem-filled episode featuring Alicia Gooding, PR mogul, marketing maven and master networker. She shares her insights on how to intentionally build your business and network, the power of owning your brand, the differences between PR, Marketing and Management, and why you should be making coins as an influencer. Cause if it ain't making dollars, it's not making cents, OKURR! We also talk about that time Jenni almost got scammed by a publicist, YIKES. Put down the kool-aid and come sip this tea served piping hot by your favs, J².
Mar 06, 202047:04
S2Ep3: Solving Single

S2Ep3: Solving Single

Happy Valentines Day everyone 💕 In a city of 3-million people, why does it feel impossible to meet someone? To help answer that, your favs J² are joined by Author, Life Coach and Relationship Expert Cheyenne Bostock and let us say, he did NOT hold back. He schooled us on a few barriers to meeting a quality mate, why online dating should be canceled, who should really make the first move and he shares his dating advice with two guests who are trying to solve their single life. Get your pens and notepads ready ladies AND gentlemen because this episode is gem filled and served pippin hot, ready to soothe all your Valentine day triggers.
Feb 14, 202056:46
S2Ep2: Reality Check

S2Ep2: Reality Check

Love it or hate it reality TV is here to stay, with lasting impacts on our everyday lives. This episode, JiJi & Jenni are joined by the ladies from The Girls Night Podcast to take a look behind the scenes of what’s really real about reality TV - does this genre uplift or destroy black culture? Put down the kool aid and come sip this tea.
Jan 31, 202047:39
S2Ep1: The Hu$tle

S2Ep1: The Hu$tle

2020 is the year of growing your business, brand and mind! Your favorite ladies J² (Ji & Jenn) are kicking off season 2 of Sorry Not Sorry discussing all things ENTREPRENEURSHIP! Joining the conversation is Ashley Marie Rouse, culinary guru and CEO of Trade Street Jam Co. ™ This girl boss shares some insight on some of the hurdles she had to cross with running her jam company, her experience on Viceland's show “Hustle” AND gathers Ji like a ponytail about loving herself more through the process of building her brand. Tune in, take notes, and OF COURSE, put down the kool-aid and come sip this tea -- it's pipping hot. 
Jan 16, 202055:48
SEASON 1 FINALE: AFTER DARK EDITION

SEASON 1 FINALE: AFTER DARK EDITION

WARNING: THIS EPISODE IS SUPER EXPLICIT!

It's the Sorry Not Sorry season finale and we are ending with a BANG (literally) with this After Dark episode discussing all things pillowtalk! The Willa Wednesday crew joins us as we delve into how men and women approach sex, what we wish the opposite gender knew about sex, a crazy round of Kiss and Tell where everyone shares their first or worst time AND (brace yourself) what good pussy tastes like. Of course, put down the Kool-aid and come sip this tea - it's pipping hot (and NOT safe for work). 

Nov 27, 201901:13:22
S1Ep9: Dream Dedicated

S1Ep9: Dream Dedicated

From Marketing to Music — in this era of the multi-hustle and being a multi-hyphenate.....how can brands, musicians, creatives and entrepreneurs cut through the clutter? CEO of Dream Dedicated, Jay Carter, and his team of talented business partners and artists share their insight. Put down the Kool-aid and come sip this gem filled tea as we discuss: Kanye West's new scamming ass album, business + friendships, marketing 101 and how to make an impact on social media. Stick around for a fire ass freestyle from Jay Carter and Jaiquan Tyre.
Nov 11, 201959:20
S1Ep8: Dating Sucks!

S1Ep8: Dating Sucks!

Hosts JiJi and Jenni discuss dating trends, Nicole Murphy and the side chick epidemic and the time JiJi was cat-fished. Put down the Kool-aid and sip this tea but in our case......WINE!   

Oct 19, 201956:29
S1Ep7: HBCUs VS PWIs

S1Ep7: HBCUs VS PWIs

Host JiJi moderates a round table discussion about the cultural differences between HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges/Universities) and PWIs (Predominately White Institutions). Tune in and join the conversation! 

Oct 01, 201957:47
S1Ep6: Black Women Are NOT Superheroes

S1Ep6: Black Women Are NOT Superheroes

Host JiJi and New Co-host Jenni Lewis discuss how the superhero complex puts pressure and expectations on Black Women, wearing multiple hats, experiencing burnout and Jenni's new book on how gratitude can help you sit in the moment of your blessings. Put down the Kool-Aid and come sip this tea.
Sep 19, 201955:05
S1Ep5: The Black/Gay Experience

S1Ep5: The Black/Gay Experience

Host JiJi and her two guests; Author and Diversity & Inclusion Advocate Jenni Lewis Ford and Musician Harvey Champagne explore some of the topics at the intersection of being both black and gay, the addition of a LGBTQ history curriculum in schools,  representation on TV and pop culture, as well as how to be a true Ally for the LGBTQ Community. 

Sep 06, 201901:49:19
S1Ep4: The Downsides of Social Media

S1Ep4: The Downsides of Social Media

Host JiJi and NEW cohost Allan discuss some of the negatives of social media and its use. Dropping gems on how to distinguish between a troll, a critic and genuine feedback as well as some social media accounts all black professionals should follow to brighten up their timeline. Guest Tiff Marie answers some Asking For A Friend questions and as usual, a black fact on how black culture is rooted in some social media trends today. Tune in for all the craziness and fun!
Aug 21, 201901:50:05
S1Ep3: Black Owned Businesses

S1Ep3: Black Owned Businesses

Host JiJi talks about the importance of supporting black owned businesses,  stereotypes of black owned businesses, obtaining paperwork and your EIN, and the rise and fall of Black Wall Street. 

Aug 03, 201942:04
S1Ep2: F*ck Da Police

S1Ep2: F*ck Da Police

Host JiJi talks about police brutality, Black Lives Matter, the history of policing and drops some gems on an organization in Brooklyn dedicated to gentrification and police misconduct.

Jul 20, 201955:57
S1Ep1: What About Your Friends

S1Ep1: What About Your Friends

Because in 2019 we still, STILL, don't know how to be a good friend.  -_-  Host JiJi and her three friends discuss the styles of friendships, friends with benefits, #vitamin p, R. Kelly, and some interesting black facts. Enjoy!  

Jul 06, 201901:22:38