Advertise on podcast: Melanated Intellects

Hello Fellow Intellects, This episode marks our last episode after 5 amazing seasons filled with profound educational lessons learned and amazing intellectual discussions. We sincerely thank you for joining us whether you're just now finding us today or have been rocking with us since 2020. Here's to new chapters and new beginnings! As always, take care of yourselves and love on your loved ones. Cheers

Hello Intellects! You know we couldn't end this amazing run without giving you one more "It's Not Black History Month" episode aka "Shayla's Baby". In this episode we leave our last thoughts about the legacy our generation is leaving for the next and some of our favorite moments in history and how they shaped our culture. We show love to the culture and give our roses to the icons pushing our messages forward using their platforms and their voice. You won't want to miss it! We have 1 more episode left! So Lock in! Happy Listening!

Hello Intellects, we are coming to you with another Melanated Cold Case. This one was a really hard one to cover, so trigger warning for anyone that knows someone or has been a victim of child abuse of any kind. Or has been neglected from any system whether educational, judicial and or familial. The details around this case are heartbreaking and disturbing and we do our best to Say Her Name and bring awareness to her story. Considering this case is still ongoing, all details discussed are alleged and have yet to be proven and or confirmed so please do your research and lean into updated press releases from law enforcement and credible sources for further updates in this investigation. As always sources listed below, Gender Justice and Opportunity Black Women & Girls, Gender Based Violence, and Pathways to Criminalization & Incarceration Black women and Sexual Assault NBC News: Black Women Details about the case: Key takeaways from preliminary hearing Disturbing messages suspect sent to Detroit teen Updates since this recording: Details on New Charges

Hello Intellects! We've all heard about the 'high vibrational" and "law of attraction" conversations that have been all over social media for the last few years now. In this series Shayla and I are unpacking each and every Law and discussing the social constructs we have now formed around them and how we interpret them in our daily lives. This episode covers the following: 11. The Law of Rhythm 12. The Law of Gender Need help following along? We got you! Here are some references to breakdown each law. The 12 Laws of the Universe: ⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/change-your-mind/the-11-other-universal-laws-a62c3d5a771a⁠⁠⁠ A Summary:⁠⁠⁠https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/the-12-universal-laws-a-summary⁠⁠⁠ Understanding the Major Laws that Govern your life: ⁠⁠⁠https://proctorgallagherinstitute.com/universal-laws/understanding-the-major-laws-that-govern-your-life/⁠⁠⁠ Happy Listening!

Hello Intellects! We've all heard about the 'high vibrational" and "law of attraction" conversations that have been all over social media for the last few years now. In this series Shayla and I are unpacking each and every Law and discussing the social constructs we have now formed around them and how we interpret them in our daily lives. This episode covers the following: 9. Law of Relativity 10. Law of Polarity Need help following along? We got you! Here are some references to breakdown each law. The 12 Laws of the Universe: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://medium.com/change-your-mind/the-11-other-universal-laws-a62c3d5a771a⁠⁠⁠⁠ A Summary:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/the-12-universal-laws-and-how-to-practice-them⁠ ⁠https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/the-12-universal-laws-a-summary⁠ Understanding the Major Laws that Govern your life: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://proctorgallagherinstitute.com/universal-laws/understanding-the-major-laws-that-govern-your-life/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Happy Listening!

Hello Intellects! We've all heard about the 'high vibrational" and "law of attraction" conversations that have been all over social media for the last few years now. In this series Shayla and I are unpacking each and every Law and discussing the social constructs we have now formed around them and how we interpret them in our daily lives. This episode covers the following: 6. The Law of Perpetual Transmutation of Energy 7. The Law of Cause and Effect 8. The Law of Compensation Need help following along? We got you! Here are some references to breakdown each law. The 12 Laws of the Universe: ⁠⁠https://medium.com/change-your-mind/the-11-other-universal-laws-a62c3d5a771a⁠⁠ A Summary:⁠⁠https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/the-12-universal-laws-a-summary⁠⁠ Understanding the Major Laws that Govern your life: ⁠⁠https://proctorgallagherinstitute.com/universal-laws/understanding-the-major-laws-that-govern-your-life/⁠⁠ Happy Listening!

Hello Intellects! We've all heard about the 'high vibrational" and "law of attraction" conversations that have been all over social media for the last few years now. In this series Shayla and I are unpacking each and every Law and discussing the social constructs we have now formed around them and how we interpret them in our daily lives. This episode covers the following: 4. Law of Attraction 5. Law of Inspired Action Need help following along? We got you! Here are some references to breakdown each law. The 12 Laws of the Universe: ⁠https://medium.com/change-your-mind/the-11-other-universal-laws-a62c3d5a771a⁠ A Summary:⁠https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/the-12-universal-laws-a-summary⁠ Understanding the Major Laws that Govern your life: ⁠https://proctorgallagherinstitute.com/universal-laws/understanding-the-major-laws-that-govern-your-life/⁠ Happy Listening!

Hello Intellects! We've all heard about the 'high vibrational" and "law of attraction" conversations that have been all over social media for the last few years now. In this series Shayla and I are unpacking each and every Law and discussing the social constructs we have now formed around them and how we interpret them in our daily lives. This episode covers the following: 1. Law of Oneness 2. Law of Vibration 3. Law of Correspondence Need help following along? We got you! Here are some references to breakdown each law. The 12 Laws of the Universe: https://medium.com/change-your-mind/the-11-other-universal-laws-a62c3d5a771a A Summary:https://www.brainzmagazine.com/post/the-12-universal-laws-a-summary Understanding the Major Laws that Govern your life: https://proctorgallagherinstitute.com/universal-laws/understanding-the-major-laws-that-govern-your-life/ Happy Listening!

In this episode we discuss the legacy of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, with a special guest. We speak to the current conditions of housing and how we got here and the steps that were put in place to benefit people and whether or not it actually worked and why/why not. This is another one you won't want to miss! Forgotten History of Segregated America Redlining Maps: America's History of Discrimination Black Homeownership during the Pandemic HomeOwnership Rate Gap Today

In this episode we walk the steps of legislation and chain of events post slavery that landed us into the Civil Rights Era. This is a great reminder of the steps and work that was put in to drive change during a time that isn't often spoke about and a great reflection in a critical time in our lives. You won't want to miss this one.

Hello Intellects! In this episode we revisit our conversation around Black Girl Luxury and the more recent trend that is Soft Life. And in short, we break down what just doesn't sit right with us about the movement. Apologies in advance if anyone feels triggered after hearing this, this is an interesting one that you don't want to miss!

Hello Intellects and Happy New Year! Tis the season we reflect on our journey and times of transition. This year we're focusing on burnout and when we've given when we don't have and some lessons we've learned along the way. Heading into this year, and all that is already occurred in this world, you won't want to miss this one.

Many of us woke up on November 6th with a lot to process and will probably remember everything we were doing and how we felt for the rest of our days. In this episode, we unpack the "what now?" some of us are feeling and how we can decide to move forward and prioritize our mental health. You will absolutely want to listen to this one.

Hello Intellects! We are back to conclude the the Love series from our bonus episodes. In this episode we discuss unpopular opinions around " Unconditional Love" and boundaries and the infamous saying"Blood is thicker than water". The holidays are here and while we wish the best for everyone, we know there are challenging relationships out there as well, so you definitely won't want to miss this one.

Hello Intellects! We are back for another amazing, enlightened and intellectual season! In this episode, we keep it light and talk about what we have been up to and what we are looking forward to covering in this season. There is a lot going on in the world right now and we can't be more excited about returning to this global community to discuss and learn in real time! Here's to Season 5 friends! Enjoy!