CONVERSATIONS WITH AKILAH

About CONVERSATIONS WITH AKILAH

My Name is Akilah, I come from a fundamental and VERY traditional Christian world and I have ALOT to say. Meaning: I’ll say and talk about things that isn’t “status quo” bravely. I LOVE to read and speak with authors. I also have an opinion about everything and I am good at giving (unsolicited) advice. LOL. Here I will discuss topics that include: femininity, taboo topics pertaining to sex, pop culture and everything in between. You can expect humor, sometimes tears and realness.

Publisher

Akilah Peynado

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Apr 2021

Latest episode

28 Feb 2025

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Feb 2025

   CWA: A CONVERSATION -"Love" by Toni Morrison- My Fractured Thoughts

   This is a conversation about "Love" by Toni Morrison. This is not my first time indulging on this book; BUT, it is my first annotating and speaking about it publicly LOL. Please join me in listening to my fractured thoughts about it. Moreover, it was the queen's birthday on February 18th. There was no better time than to revisit this work. Description: "In life, Bill Cosey enjoyed the affections of many women, who would do almost anything to gain his favor. In death his hold on them may be even stronger. Wife, daughter, granddaughter, employee, mistress: As Morrison’s protagonists stake their furious claim on Cosey’s memory and estate, using everything from intrigue to outright violence, she creates a work that is shrewd, funny, erotic, and heartwrenching." - Taken from Amazon.com. If you like this episode, please share, like, and comment. It will help me reach a broader audience and further all of these conversations. If there is a book you would like for me to review or discuss with me on the show, please email me at novelswithakilah@gmail.com. Be sure to follow me on IG: @akilahpeynado @novelswithakilah

2. 

   30 Apr 2024

   CWA- A CONVERSATION: "MUTED HOPELESSNESS"-BY Love Belvin- BOOK ONE: "MY MUTED LOVE "

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "The Muted Hopelessness" series by Love Belvin  This is a 3-part series.  The following episode is on Book One. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own. Listeners discretion is advised. PLEASE BE AWARE: SPOILERS SPOILERS SPOILERS In this episode you will learn: About why I was HOOKED from Act 1 Scene 1 A little bit about why I listened to this series 3 times so far and will probably visit it again LOL What other author wrote a series with LB A little more about the author (taken from ⁠w⁠ (http://www.feminismandreligion.com/)ww.lovebelvin.com): "A little about Elle Bee. Love Belvin is an author of contemporary adult romance novels with nearly thirty titles published to date. She prides herself on penning heavily flawed characters, whom aren’t deemed ‘fairy tale-worthy’ or found in your typical romance novel. She believes these characters are clients, who visit her fictional therapy practice in need of assistance to attain flourishing and sustainable love. She shares their journeys with the world through compelling and in-depth romance novels. Her heart beats unfairly for an eight-pound Shih Tzu named Nyssa Marie, her first and last pet. She loves to travel anywhere tropical and/or where there is rich pop culture. Belvin believes behind every union between a man and a woman is a story, and she would love to highlight and examine the romance portion of it somehow. Love is a native of the New York Tri-State Area and now lives in the Delaware Valley. She’s an avid reader and enjoys dinner parties with her closest girlfriends. While she enjoys many things, nothing excites her more than curling up with a glass of wine and a good romance novel." All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this series. If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://www.amazon.com/My-Muted-Love-Hopelessness/dp/195001407X/ref=monarch_sidesheet (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC) Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@novelswithakilah Email: novelswithakilah@gmail.com

3. 

   30 Apr 2024

   CWA- A CONVERSATION: "SALVATION: BLACK PEOPLE AND LOVE"-BY bell hooks- THE INTRO: "LOVE IS OUR HOPE"

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "Salvation: Black People and Love" by bell hooks.  This is a 3-part series.  The following episode is on the Intro. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own.Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About how much has changed and yet so much still remains the same A little bit about what the author bell hooks thought about what it meant to "stay together" in marriage. Her view from her parents vs her view from her grandparents. What other authors such Zora Neale Hurston and James Baldwin wrote about the Black experience and how Black Affirmation was a needed part for "Black Healing" collectively. A little more about the author (taken from w (http://www.feminismandreligion.com/)ww.bellhooksbooks.com): Gloria Jean Watkins, or her famous pen name, bell hooks (https://bellhooksbooks.com/), is one such person. As an American feminist, author, social activist and African American woman, Hooks has been a party to inequality at its finest. Her pen name comes from her great-grandmother on her mother’s side, Bell Blair Hooks, a woman who was known for always speaking her mind. Drawing inspiration from this strong woman, Hooks works to draw attention to the issues and write from the heart. Hooks draws her inspiration from her life, her experiences, and the hope for a better future. Through her postmodernist perspective she has addressed a wide range of issues including race, class, gender in education, sexuality, art, history, mass media, and of course, feminism. Hooks has proven time and again that despite the hurdles and challenges that have been set before her, she is not afraid of the challenge. Hooks continues to teach and work at Berea College as well as her writing and continues to address issues that many find too sensitive to deal with. Hooks works to end the oppression, end the racism, and end the sexism that has become so deeply ingrained in our society. Through her continued dedication and work, Hooks hopes that her example may be the one that makes the ultimate difference in tipping the scales toward true equality. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Black-People-bell-hooks/dp/0060959495/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1516239712&sr=1-1&keywords=Salvation:++Black+People+and+Love&linkCode=sl1&tag=bellhooks-20&linkId=479179edbb072c4e43234ee48829bacf (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC) Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

4. 

   21 Nov 2023

   CWA- CONCLUSION: A CONVERSATION: "SALVATION: BLACK PEOPLE AND LOVE"-BY bell hooks- Part 3: "LOVE UNION and REUNION"

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "Salvation: Black People and Love" by bell hooks.  This is a 3-part series.  The following episode is on the Intro. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own.Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: "Emotional Incest is abuse" A little bit about what the author bell hooks relationship was like with a man before his friend got involved How white supremacy has eroded the black family where intimacy is concerned A little more about the author (taken from ⁠w⁠ (http://www.feminismandreligion.com/)ww.bellhooksbooks.com): Gloria Jean Watkins, or her famous pen name, ⁠bell hooks⁠ (https://bellhooksbooks.com/), is one such person. As an American feminist, author, social activist and African American woman, Hooks has been a party to inequality at its finest. Her pen name comes from her great-grandmother on her mother’s side, Bell Blair Hooks, a woman who was known for always speaking her mind. Drawing inspiration from this strong woman, Hooks works to draw attention to the issues and write from the heart. Hooks draws her inspiration from her life, her experiences, and the hope for a better future. Through her postmodernist perspective she has addressed a wide range of issues including race, class, gender in education, sexuality, art, history, mass media, and of course, feminism. Hooks has proven time and again that despite the hurdles and challenges that have been set before her, she is not afraid of the challenge. Hooks continues to teach and work at Berea College as well as her writing and continues to address issues that many find too sensitive to deal with. Hooks works to end the oppression, end the racism, and end the sexism that has become so deeply ingrained in our society. Through her continued dedication and work, Hooks hopes that her example may be the one that makes the ultimate difference in tipping the scales toward true equality. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Black-People-bell-hooks/dp/0060959495/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1516239712&sr=1-1&keywords=Salvation:++Black+People+and+Love&linkCode=sl1&tag=bellhooks-20&linkId=479179edbb072c4e43234ee48829bacf⁠ (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC) Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

5. 

   5 May 2023

   CWA- A CONVERSATION: "SALVATION: BLACK PEOPLE AND LOVE"-BY bell hooks- Part 2: "SHAME MAKES SELF LOVE IMPOSSIBLE"

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will contain commentary and discussion on "Salvation: Black People and Love" by bell hooks.  This is a 3-part series.  The following episode is on the Intro. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. OPINIONS and VIEWS shared here are my own.Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About how the devaluing of our "Blackness" begins at birth A little bit about what the author bell hooks was told by her "caring white female teacher" as a child because she was smart What shame can due to self-esteem and self- love" A little more about the author (taken from w (http://www.feminismandreligion.com/)ww.bellhooksbooks.com): Gloria Jean Watkins, or her famous pen name, bell hooks (https://bellhooksbooks.com/), is one such person. As an American feminist, author, social activist and African American woman, Hooks has been a party to inequality at its finest. Her pen name comes from her great-grandmother on her mother’s side, Bell Blair Hooks, a woman who was known for always speaking her mind. Drawing inspiration from this strong woman, Hooks works to draw attention to the issues and write from the heart. Hooks draws her inspiration from her life, her experiences, and the hope for a better future. Through her postmodernist perspective she has addressed a wide range of issues including race, class, gender in education, sexuality, art, history, mass media, and of course, feminism. Hooks has proven time and again that despite the hurdles and challenges that have been set before her, she is not afraid of the challenge. Hooks continues to teach and work at Berea College as well as her writing and continues to address issues that many find too sensitive to deal with. Hooks works to end the oppression, end the racism, and end the sexism that has become so deeply ingrained in our society. Through her continued dedication and work, Hooks hopes that her example may be the one that makes the ultimate difference in tipping the scales toward true equality. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://www.amazon.com/Salvation-Black-People-bell-hooks/dp/0060959495/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1516239712&sr=1-1&keywords=Salvation:++Black+People+and+Love&linkCode=sl1&tag=bellhooks-20&linkId=479179edbb072c4e43234ee48829bacf (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC) Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

6. 

   27 Jan 2023

   CWA- A CONVERSATION: "SEXUALITY AND THE BLACK CHURCH PART 3 AND PART 4-" THE CONCLUSION"

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". This is my conclusion of this book. It was awesome. This book will stay in my rotation as a reference for sure. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About how much has changed and yet so much still remains the same A little bit about what the author bell hooks thought about Spike Lee and his depiction of women in his movies. What the author (Douglas) believes could be the answer to the challenge of discussion and education about "Sexuality" in the Black Church A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com (http://www.feminismandreligion.com/)): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country’s most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What’s Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC). Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

7. 

   24 Jan 2023

   CWA- A CONVERSATION: "SEXUALITY AND THE BLACK CHURCH" CHAPTER ONE PART TWO "THE WHITE ASSAULT"

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". I will be breaking this book down into parts over the next episodes right here. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: About the "Roots of the White Attack" A little bit more about Sarah Bartmann. If you do not know who she is PLEASE Google her. She needs to be learned about... OKAY?! How I feel about Black slaves being reduced to the place of an animal and the White Slave master and his Wife being unable to keep their hands off the Black slave sexually. (INSERT EYE ROLL) A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com (http://www.feminismandreligion.com/)): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country’s most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What’s Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC). Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. My goal is to have 2000 downloads by 12.31.22 and with your help I know I can do it. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

8. 

   24 Jan 2023

   CWA- A CONVERSATION: "SEXUALITY AND THE BLACK CHURCH" CHAPTER ONE PART ONE "THE WHITE GAZE"

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". I will be breaking this book down into parts over the next episodes right here. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: Is there truly such a thing as "White Culture". why I decided to title this episode "The White Gaze" If you don't know about Toni Morrison I HIGHLY suggest you learn... OKAY? "The Songs of Solomon": love book about a couple or God's love to the church? A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com (http://www.feminismandreligion.com/)): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country’s most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What’s Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC (https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC). Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

9. 

   24 Jan 2023

   CWA-A CONVERSATION: "SEXUALITY AND THE BLACK CHURCH" BY KELLY BROWN DOUGLAS

   Get ready for another great episode on "Conversations with Akilah". This episode will be about ONE (lol) of the current books I am reading titled "Sexuality and the Black Church". I will be breaking this book down into parts over the next episodes right here. Be sure to tune in to continue this conversation. *Trigger Warning*  This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will learn: the workable definition of  sexuality that will be used throughout this book why Kelly Brown Douglas decided to write a book on this subject manner a little as to the purpose  of understanding our history to see the bigger picture the  "present" A little more about the author (taken from www.feminismandreligion.com): Kelly Brown Douglas is Professor and Director of the Religion Program at Goucher College where she has held the Elizabeth Conolly Todd Distinguished Professorship. She was recently awarded The Goucher College Caroline Doebler Bruckerl Award for outstanding faculty achievement. Prior to coming to Goucher College she was Associate Professor of Theology at Howard University School of Divinity (1987-2001) and Assistant Professor of Religion at Edward Waters College (1986-1987). Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Denison University where she was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She received her Masters of Divinity and Doctorate of Philosophy from Union Theological Seminary. While at Union she received the Hudnut Award for Preaching Excellence and the Julius Hanson Award for Outstanding Student in Theological Studies. A leading voice in the development of a womanist theology, Essence magazine counts Douglas “among this country’s most distinguished religious thinkers, teachers, ministers, and counselors.” She has published numerous essays and articles in national publications, and her books include The Black Christ, Sexuality and the Black Church, What’s Faith Got to Do With It?: Black Bodies/Christian Soul. Black Bodies and the Black Church:A Blues Slant is her most recently released book (Palgrave Macmillan, Fall 2012). Kelly is also a priest in the Episcopal Church and has served as Associate Priest at Holy Comforter Episcopal Church in Washington D.C. for over 20 years. All I'm saying is, you MIGHT want to go and buy this book . If you are interested in learning more about this here is the link https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B07HNHJ5SM&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_1KCEE6X40HZF7W92XYKC. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

10. 

    24 Jan 2023

    CWA-A CONVERSATION WITH AUTHOR HABEEB AKANDE- "KUNYAZA" THE SECRET TO FEMALE PLEASURE.

    Warning: This is a conversation for mature audience only. I had the wonderful privilege of speaking with author Habeeb Akunde about his "Kunyaza". Let me tell you IT WAS ENLIGHTENING needless to say. Like, I had to fan myself. No lie. What is more interesting, he discusses this from a Muslim perspective. Overall, women, please know your PLEASURE matters!!!! In this Episode you will hear: The definition of "Kunyaza". Pleasure and why it is important to us as human beings. More about Habeeb and his other works. All in All, excellent interview. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado This is the link for is website: http://rabaah.com/habeeb-akande-author.html (http://rabaah.com/habeeb-akande-author.html) If you buy and read one of his books you will NOT be disappointe

11. 

    24 Jan 2023

    CWA- A CONVERSATION WITH AUTHOR PAMELA MADSEN- "WOMANHOOD, SEX POSITIVITY and PLEASURE"

    Please listen to this new episode

12. 

    24 Jan 2023

    CWA- A CONVERSATION WITH AUTHOR NANA DARKOA SEKYIAMAH- "THE SEX LIVES OF AFRICAN WOMEN"

    Welcome back to "Conversations with Akilah". About Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah: Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah writes across genres including creative non-fiction, short stories and essays. She is the author of the ‘Sex Lives of African Women’. Her short stories have been published in ‘It Wasn’t Exactly Love’ and ‘The Pot and Other Stories’. The Guardian, open Democracy and Essence have published her articles and opinion editorials. Nana is the co-founder of Adventures from the Bedrooms of African Women, an award-winning website, podcast and festival that publishes and creates content that tell stories of African women’s experiences around sex, sexualities and pleasure. (taken from amazon.com). *Trigger Warning* This episode may contain topics that may be offensive and upsetting. Listeners discretion is advised. In this episode you will: Hear which story STOPPED me right in tracks Learn a little history on how the background of the book understand why these stories NEEDED to be told... and will continue to be told. All I'm saying is, this interview got deep. I cried. She dropped many gems during this interview. If you are interested in learning more about the book "The Sex Lives of African Women" please be sure to check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096DQFY5K/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B096DQFY5K/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0) You can find Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah on Instagram by using "Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah". Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado Email: akilahpeynado@gmail.com

13. 

    24 Jan 2023

    CWA- A CONVERSATION WITH MINISTER KIM BRAXTON-"REMAINING SEX POSITIVE WHILE BEING ABSTINENT"

    Please tune in to my informative and VERY hilarious conversation with Minister Kim Braxton. She kept it real in this one; so just be prepared. LOL Minister Kimberly Braxton is the first person In her immediate family to graduate from college and after graduation she had her heart set on a career in corporate America. However, on December 18, 1996, God intervened and her life was completely transformed. She discovered she had a passion for God's Word and was able to make the difficult topics of scripture easy to understand. Her ministry characteristics are a deep scholarly understanding of scripture with a twist of humor. Min. Braxton has a gift for teaching the Old Testament and is known for speaking truth to power. In 2007 she graduated with a Masters of Divinity degree from Alliance Theological seminary with a concentration in theology. When her nose isn’t buried in a book (or listening to podcasts) you can be sure to find her on road trip adventures with friends making memories. In this episode you will learn: about her Spiritual journey that led her to practicing abstinence.. her opinion on being considered a sexual woman after the age of 50 about her "date life" or the lack there of... (NOW THIS WAS FUNNY) All in All, excellent interview. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! Be sure to follow me on social media. IG:@akilahpeynado

14. 

    24 Jan 2023

    CWA-INTERVIEW WITH AUTHOR BEVERLY JENKINS.

    All I am going to tell you is press play. You are in for a sweet treat... well it was for me. I had the wonderful chance to interview one of my most FAVORITE authors ever. I am still in shock that happened. Beverly Jenkins, Ms. Bev, Mayor Jenkins whatever you have to call MAKE SURE you add "legend" afterwards. In this Episode you will hear: Who is the true architect of those very steamy sex scenes that she so eloquently writes. How old she was when published her first book! Why she decided to write what she has coined "edutainment" All in All, I was and am still in awe of her. Your feedback is extremely important to me. Do not hesitate to let me know what you think of this and any future episode. Please be sure to LISTEN and COMMENT everywhere podcasts are heard. SHARE SHARE SHARE!!!!!! This is the link for her website: https://beverlyjenkins.net/ (https://beverlyjenkins.net/) If you buy and read one of her books you will NOT be disappointed.

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    28 May 2021

    The Anne McPhillips Show- "No Room for Fear... No Looking Back"

    Anne McPhillips after 3 successful careers in different industries, Anne decided to follow her dream to pursue acting in film and TV! Anne is NYC based actress, can be seen in various TV shows such as “Law & Order-SVU”, “Manifest”, “Ray Donovan”. Currently she can be seen in the season 3 episode 1 of “Pose”, Season 4 of “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and a featured role in a hip, quirky NY comedy series on Amazon Prime called “City and the Beast”. She also will be on Netflix in “Halston” and “Inventing Anna”. When she's not on the set, she resides in suburbia with her husband Kevin and their darling Shorkie, “KiKi”. Her son Giancarlo inspired her to pursue her passion. Please follow her on IG @annemcphillips (https://www.instagram.com/annemcphillipsofficial/). “No room for fear, no looking back.”- Anne McPhillips I launched a new segment, named “Dear Akilah-Takes on the Advice Given by Others: on IGTV. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com (mailto:Akilahpeynado@gmail.com)

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    30 Apr 2021

    The Francesco Paladino Show- "The Fear Factor: Part 1"

    Francesco Paladino is a classically trained actor, member of the Screen Actor’s Guild, and a writer of many things since the 1990s. He has been seen in major films, Netflix’s Orange is the New Black and a funny regular as “man on the street” on The Wendy Williams Show. Francesco has had an extensive stand-up comedy career opening for Gilbert Godfrey and Judy Gold. His many years of comedy led to his opportunities of motivational public speaking which then led him to becoming a certified life coach. Francesco is grateful for his colorful journey and regularly performs, writes, and cohosts the podcast Later This Week with Coco and Fran. (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/later-this-week-w-coco-fran/id1521151360) This summer, he will be a featured live speaker at the national Mental Health America conference in Washington, DC; where he will address healing fear through laughter. You can find Francesco on IG here (https://www.instagram.com/thefrancescoshow/) and he is true Nina Simone fan. His most recent post on her quote, " Freedom means NO FEAR" was riveting. Please see below for part of his writing: "Care about what people think, but don’t care about what EVERYONE thinks. You know who cares about you, but they are not always the same person who understands you. Parents are not always the best support systems. They seek stability and insurance over happiness and risk. Seek out mentors and leaders you can follow into the light. You will always find someone who gets you. Be honest when talking about fear. If you are afraid of something, identify it. “Being lazy” is not a real thing. Call yourself out on your excuses. Start saying “yes” even when the solution seems to not be available yet. Eventually fear gets the hint and moves to another state. They will come back some days and visit, but you can always decide how long they stay"- Francesco Paladino. I am launching a new segment, named “Dear Akilah”. Please send me an email with your questions, I do not care how crazy, outlandish or outrageous. ASK AWAY!!!! Thank you for taking the time to listen to the podcast. I would be so grateful if you could RATE, share, subscribe and comment. You are much appreciated. With Love, Akilah-Podcast Host “Slaytheclutter with Akilah” IG:@akilahpeynado Email: Akilahpeynado@gmail.com (mailto:Akilahpeynado@gmail.com)

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 20 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

13

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

68