On wash day, don't just wash your hair, check on your soul! The Wash Day Podcast is a natural hair mental health podcast which features a new hair story each episode. We discuss life, the transition to natural textures, early wash days, and living in America with natural hair. Most importantly, we have fun!
Season 3 of the Wash Day Podcast is coming in Summer 2022.
11 Dec 2020
14. Tami: A Better Salon Experience
Former salon owner and founder of the natural hair network, the IMENA Collective, discussed her mission to help men and women with natural hair connect with affirming and well-educated stylists. We also explore assertiveness and how to communicate your needs to your stylist.
4 Dec 2020
13. Chet'la: Finding Your Story
Author, poet, and educator, Chet'la Sebree, explores her hair story and her calling to write about the nuances of Black womanhood. Her book Mistresses was nominated for a 2020 NAACP Image Award.
20 Nov 2020
12. Zahara: Building an Empire
Entrepreneur, mother, and all-around fun human being, Zahara shares her natural hair story and how it led her to her own hair care line.
13 Nov 2020
11. Latrice: Girl Chat
Latrice and I explore her hair story and feelings of ambivalence throughout her natural hair journey.
6 Nov 2020
10. Dayonna: Transitioning in Adolescence
Transitioning in the 8th grade proved to be tough but validating for Dayonna. On this episode, You'll hear her story and also receive tips on how to explore your own early childhood hair messages and note the impact of mainstream beauty standards on your own identity development.
30 Oct 2020
9. Dr. Gillian Scott-Ward: Back to Natural
Clinical Psychologist and documentary filmmaker, Dr. Gillian Scott-Ward, shares her mindful approach to her relationship with her hair. We discuss her critically acclaimed international documentary, Back to Natural, and how it influences her hair story.
26 Sept 2020
8. Season Finale: Reflections
Join me as I reflect on the first season of the show, share parts of my hair story, and give you an idea of what you can expect from the show in the future. Season 2 Premiere - October 30, 2020
18 Sept 2020
7. Tanya: Black, Proud, & Bald
Join Tanya and I as we explore her hair story. She is at the start of her natural hair journey and just did a big chop in May 2020. She shares what led to her decision and who helped her achieve her bold new look!
12 Sept 2020
6. Leigh: Freedom Locs
Leigh and I explore her decision to wear locs and how it translated to a sense of freedom. We also learn about her experiences in predominately white spaces and the most meaningful compliment that she ever received.
4 Sept 2020
5. Tracy: Living with Alopecia
Tracy shares her hair story and details the process of developing a new standard of beauty after being diagnosed with Alopecia.
28 Aug 2020
4. Natural-Nerd Session w/ Dr. Amber
Natural-Nerd Sessions are where we explore more intellectual natural hair concepts. For the first installment, we discuss natural hair in the workplace and social media and its role in racial socialization and education. Dr. Amber is an educator, school psychologist, and facilitator of courageous conversations.
20 Aug 2020
3. Vaniece: Freedom of Expression
Join Vaniece and I as we explore her natural hair story, including how she helped manage her daughter's request for Elsa hair. We also find out how her hair and fitness journey helped her embrace her sexuality.
14 Aug 2020
2. Aziza: Barbers & Microaggressions
Join Aziza and I as we discuss aspects of her transition to natural hair, including her long-term relationship with her barber, microaggressions, and reclaiming her crown from the expectations of others.
8 Aug 2020
1. Kimberly: Empower the Kids
Join Kimberly and I as we discuss her transition to natural hair, her favorite hair products, and how she encourages children to love their hair.
31 Jul 2020
Pilot. Akilah: Girl Chat
Akilah and I explore her natural hair story filled with trials and tribulations, humor, and advice for new naturals. This interview helped form the concept of the show.
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