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Yes, Girl!

Summary: At Black Girl Magic headquarters, senior editors Cori Murray (@corimurray), Charli Penn (@ManWifeDog) host ESSENCE's Yes, Girl! Podcast every Thursday. The award-nominated, podcast fills your glass with celebrity interviews, pop culture and unapologetic perspective. From week-to-week, they're uplifting everybody who’s taking Black culture a little higher. 

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 Janelle Monae Talks Rest As Resistance For Black Women | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:27:36

This week, we’re talking to singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and actress...THE Electric Lady herself -- Janelle Monae (@janellemonae), whose new movie Antebellum is out now on-demand. She chats with hosts, Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn) about why it’s time for Black women to put their capes down, and rest for a moment, even when a revolution is happening. Share your thoughts on social using #yesgirlpodcast.

 Brandy's Back! Need We Say More?! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:46:10

Like she never left - Brandy (@brandy) is here this week, y’all. We geeked and gushed because it’s BRANDY but we also chatted with her about her new and long-awaited album ‘B7’ which drops TOMORROW. Are y’all as ready as we are? She holds nothing back on this new record and she’s just as gracious and humble as ever. Check out the episode right now, and the new album tomorrow and then let us know what Brandy moment most influenced you! The braids? I Wanna Be Down? Cinderella? Mo-to-the-E-to-the? We want to know! #YesGirlPodcast

 Nia Long Is Unapologetically Black & Deserving Of Her Crown! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:39:21

We won’t even hold you: NIA LONG (@iamnialong) IS HERE THIS WEEK! Can you say ‘Hollywood royalty’?!

 Gratitude Is Tia Mowry’s Youth Serum! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:44:22

Who better to discuss the reflection and wellness with than actress, mother, wife, businesswoman extraordinaire - Tia Mowry (@tiamowry)?! She’s a doll and gave us a good word and some homework around mastering our health journeys and aging like fine wine. From her battle with endometriosis to the health supplement she’s launched as a result - Tia drops SO many good nuggets of wisdom that we can’t wait for you to scoop up! Use #YesGirlPodcast to let us know some of the tips and practices that have improved your health!

 Tichina Arnold Has Been Pandemic-Prepared Since 1991! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:51:46

Look, there are few people we love to laugh with more than Tichina (@tichinaarnold). And every single time she comes through, she drops a word! On this episode of Yes, Girl! the mother/actress/singer/comedienne shares all the incredible projects she’s working on and she shares how a 1991 earthquake prepared her for just about any natural disaster. Plus, she shares what it’s like self-isolating with her teenage daughter (who is just as funny and talented as her!). Use #YesGirlPodcast to let us know what’s been your favorite Tichina Arnold moment!

 A Playlist Pick-Me-Up with Spotify Playlist Queen, Mjeema Pickett! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:50:10

When you think of the modern playlist, there are a few people who should be thanked. Mjeema Pickett (@ladyjeems), Spotify’s Head of R&B Programming is one of them. Not only has she revolutionized the way we listen to music but she just LOVES it so damn much! Amidst all the social unrest and a global pandemic, we were so glad to sit down and talk about good music with Mjeema and her incredible career story. We got to ask her some dope questions including “How would you describe yourself in 5 songs?” Do you have your answer? Yes? Well share it with us on social sing #YesGirlPodcast!

 Patti LaBelle Feels 35 And Looks Just As Fierce! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:03:54

Listen… You can never fully prepare yourself to meet a legend. We tried and we think we did ok when PATTI LABELLE (@mspattilabelle) stopped by Yes, Girl!, y’all! (Yes, we gushed a little bit about that time the entire ESSENCE office stopped what they were doing when she came by) but we also learned the backstory behind one of Miss Patti’s BIGGEST hits! This was such a fun conversation with one of the best to ever hit the stage so jump into this episode and keep the comments coming on social using #YesGirlPodcast! Also, stick around to hear a special segment with Dr. Patrice A. Harris (@PatriceHarrisMD) - the American Medical Association’s FIRST Black woman President - on how Black women can maximize their heart health and wellness! Sponsored by The American Medical Association (@amermedicalassn).

 This Is Juneteenth: A Celebration of Our Black Freedom, History, and Future | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:26:57

There’s a lot going on in the country and the world right now. But one thing we refuse to do is to let it stop our Black joy. So, we’re giving you this special Juneteenth 2020 episode of #YesGirlPodcast to honor the beauty of Blackness past and present. With conversations from Alzo Slade (@alzoslade), Kendrick Sampson (@kendrick38), Kirk + Tammy Franklin (@kirkfranklin) (@iamtammyfranklin) and Miss Juneteenth director Channing Godfrey Peoples (@cgpeoples) some of our favorite #Juneteenth comments from our Yes, Girl! supporters - this episode is dedicated to the truths about our freedom and the joy we can always find in our Blackness. Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn) Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays) Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_) Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany Ashitey Audio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier) Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc) Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)

 Farrah Fawx Set FIRE to Our Feeds with the #ESSENCEChallenge! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:20:27

This was an extra beautiful week to be Black! Just in time for our 50th Anniversary, Farrah Fawx (@farrahfawx) set our Instagram feeds ablaze with her jaw-dropping contribution to the #ESSENCEChallenge. The hashtag exploded all over our feeds and is now filled with thousands of stunning, Blackity-Black photos - a much-needed reminder of our beauty and resilience.

 We LOVE Kirk & Tammy Franklin’s Authentic Love! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:48:02

The only reason we’re not tired of seeing #RelationshipGoals is because of couples like Kirk (@kirkfranklin) and Tammy Franklin (@iamtammyfranklin). Not only are they faith-filled, they are FUNNY. They had us cracking up. We had a blast with this playful couple discussing everything from Kirk’s music process to how to keep the faith in difficult times to...that’s right… how the two of them met! Get into this fun and uplifting conversation with The Franklins! Don’t forget to use #YesGirlPodcast to join in the conversation!

 Black Moms On The Front Lines: These Black Women Reporters Are Bringing Us Life-Saving News | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:09:49

For our final episode of the Black Moms on the Front Lines Series, we speak with three Black mothers who are reporters. Michelle Relerford (@mrelerfordnbc), Checkey Beckford (@Checkey4NY), and Janai Norman (@janai.norman). Their experiences though different, have one very important thing in common, these women are clear about their impact on the daily lives of Black people.

 Tracee Ellis Ross Is Absolutely The High Note Of Our Week! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:25:29

She’s back! Y’all know Tracee Ellis Ross (@traceeellisross) is an ESSENCE sweetheart! This conversation was so full of love, honesty, and light - we didn’t want it to end! We talked about everything from the heartbreak of what’s going on in the US today to celebrating ourselves, to...our favorite ways to drink tequila! We love that Tracee has etched in stone two of our favorite, empowered Black woman leads (shout out to Joan Carol Clayton, Esquire and Dr. Rainbow Johnson!) and she’s now given us another Black woman lead to cheer for with her new film, The High Note. Listen to the episode and let us know 1) How you are finding and holding on to joy, 2) if you’ve seen the film and what you think! #YesGirlPodcast!

 Black Moms On the Front Lines: The Power of Trust Is NOLA Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s Biggest Weapon Against COVID-19 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:33:43

New Orleans. ESSENCE’s home-away-from-home has done an extraordinary job of flattening the COVID-19 curve due to the guidance and tireless efforts of Mayor LaToya Cantrell (@mayorcantrell). The city that defines what it means to thrive in the wake of disaster has become something of a case study for the rest of the country and we are so honored to have the chance to unpack Mayor Cantrell’s action plan and how her beautiful city keeps hope alive in the face of disaster. Her love for the city of New Orleans just pours out during this special interview. We can’t wait for you to hear it and find some nuggets of wisdom and encouragement.

 Insecure’s Kendrick Sampson Is At Peace With Disturbing the Peace | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:30:20

Insecure social justice warrior, Kendrick Sampson (@kendrick38) checked in with Yes, Girl! Podcast and boy was it a treat! Ahead of his upcoming film, Miss Juneteenth, Kendrick dropped gems on the origins of the widely-celebrated - but often misunderstood - Juneteeth holiday. He also poured out his heart and vision for Black mental health and how we can resist unjust systems in America and reimagine justice. Check out the full episode and use #YesGirlPodcast to share mental health practices that have been helpful for you during this time.

 Tika Sumpter & Thai Randolph Unite to Create a (Safe) Sweet Space For Black Moms! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:39:56

As a Black woman where do you go for info on all things motherhood, whether you’re a mother or expecting or just..thinking about it? Actress, Tika Sumpter, and marketing veteran Thai Randolph decided to create a safe space for all the questions Black women couldn’t find nuanced answers to in the mainstream: The Suga Podcast. On this episode, we have a good ol’ girlfriends ki-ki about what it means to be a "good" mom, creating a community for all our questions, and...that Superwoman cape that’s on the floor, up under the bed someplace. You’re in for a sweet treat!

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