Rebranded from So-Called Oreos, Sufficiently Black is a show that explores what it means to be comfortable in your Blackness despite living in a world obsessed with stereotypes. Hosts Kia, Amari, and Janae deep-dive into Black womanhood, identity and culture through a critical lens as they navigate their way through adulthood.
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”The Evolution of ’the Oreo’ (SERIES FINALE)”
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The time has come Sufficiently Black family... its the series finale of So-Called Oreos/Sufficiently Black! The trio explains why the podcast is coming to an end and share their thoughts on the word "oreo" now. Sufficiently Black explains how this podcast has shaped their perception on certain topics, reveal their expectations vs. reality while doi…
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”The Black Women vs. Black Men Experience at Work” feat. David Clark
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Sufficiently Black discusses their frustrations with the current fashion trends before sitting down with friend of the pod, David Clark (Main convo starts at 10:00). David shares how people approach him at work compared to his Black female counterparts in the office. David, Kia and Janae talk about their experience working at the same place and Kia…
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”The Reality of Being A Black Influencer and Black in Tech” feat. Bukola Ayodele
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Sufficiently Black talks about Halloween, going to Carnival, and interactions with Caribbean men (interview starts around 00:18:00). The trio is joined by influencer Bukola Ayodele who discusses the pros and cons of Black people working in tech, her untraditional career path, and journey into personal finance. Bukola also shares how she started to …
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”What is the Safe Black Person?”
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Before getting into the main conversation (starts around 25:00), Janae and Kia discuss their comedy show experience and the trio debates on who is getting saved first on judgement day. Sufficiently Black unpacks what it means to be a "safe Black person" as an everyday person vs. a celebrity. Do you have control over being the safe Black person and …
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”What Men Are Really Thinking” feat. Will and Rich
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Before getting into the main conversation (starts around 23:00), Janae and Kia talk about "House of the Dragon" and the history behind "The Woman King." Friends of the pod, Rich and Will join Sufficiently Black giving the guy's perspective on if height effects dating, seeing interracial couples, the reality for black men vs. black women in corporat…
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Sufficiently Black is back from summer break and ready to go! The trio briefly give their summer highlights before talking about the major changes they see in life in the start of their late 20s compared to their early 20s. The group discusses the astrological shift around 27, the advice they would give their younger self, and the lessons they have…
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[PLAYBACK] ”Dating Tips from a Professional Matchmaker” feat. Jasmine Diaz
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For our last throwback episode of the summer, Sufficiently Black looks back at an interview with Celebrity Black Matchmaker & Dating Strategist, Jasmine Diaz! (Interview starts around 24:00)Diaz tells her fascinating story of starting a matchmaking business during a recession and answers all the questions you have for a matchmaker. Jasmine tells us…
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[PLAYBACK] ”So What Does Generational Wealth Mean To The Black Community?”
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Amari and Janae sit down with Calvin Williams, the founder of Freeman Capital, which is the first Black-owned automated wealth management platform in the country. Calvin explains his early relationship with money that led him into a career of finance and buying his first house at the age of 20. He breaks down the importance of black people establis…
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[PLAYBACK] ”Does A Ride Or Die Really Exist?”
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We've all heard of the "ride or die" trope but is finding a ride or die partner actually obtainable? Before Kia, Amari and Janae get into the main topic(starts at 27:20), they discuss their trauma of white people loving Black-dominated sports and their issues with one of their favorites... Adele. The hosts explain the difference of the "ride or die…
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[PLAYBACK] ”So You’re Dealing With Body Changes”
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It's a throwback episode for summer break! Before the main event, the hosts discuss their recent endeavors on dating apps and what has (or has not changed) one year after the death of George Floyd. The hosts explain the recent body changes they have noticed in their mid 20s and how they are coping with it. They also discuss the relationship between…
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[PLAYBACK] ”So You’re Concerned About Traveling While Black”
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In this throwback episode the hosts discuss their experiences traveling abroad and the concerns they have in certain countries. Janae dives deep in feeling like an outsider in Spain as Kia explains why she had a completely different experience in the same country. Kia talks about China having the biggest culture difference and how the way the count…
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[PLAYBACK] ”So Let’s Look at the History of Black Food in America” feat. The Melanin Martha
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It's summer break for Sufficiently Black so we're giving you an oldie but goodie! Before the main topic of discussion, the hosts discuss some problematic celebrities and the real definition of "cancel culture." In honor of Juneteenth, the Oreos give some background on the holiday and discuss how they celebrated (or didn't celebrate) growing up. The…
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”Upgrading in Your Career and Love Life + Hoochie Daddy Summer”
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It's the season finale of Sufficiently Black! The host dish about Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan's relationship and the internet's reaction before giving some life updates. Kia and Janae detail the changes in themselves from the start of the podcast until now and also discuss how they are struggling to manage busy schedules and setting social bo…
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”The Reality of Being A Transracial Adoptee” feat. Sarah Harmatuk
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Sarah Harmatuk joins Sufficiently Black to talk about her experience being a Black woman adopted by two white parents and having white siblings. Sarah opens up about her parents connecting her to her culture, her surroundings influencing her dating preferences, and deciding how to educate her family members on being an ally. She also shares a wild …
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”Starting Your Spirituality and Crystal Journey” feat. Telly’s Crystal Corner
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Sufficiently Black is joined by Telly from Telly’s Crystal Corner on TikTok to discuss all things crystals and spirituality! (Main discussion starts around 8:50) Telly explains the importance of each of our chakras, gives us the beginner guide to crystals and helps us understand the best crystals for love, career, health and confidence. The hosts a…
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”Are Black People Actually Really Conservative?”
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Before jumping into the main topic of discussion(starts around 20:00), the trio talk about their vibrant "short king spring" and what it means to have tall girl energy. Sufficiently Black dwells on the question, "are Black people actually more conservative than we think"? Kia, Amari and Janae look at topics like abortion, sexism, homophobia, gender…
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We are having some fun this episode and discussing some juicy topics we found on the "Am I The Asshole" subreddit! Like, should you be annoyed if your spouse leaves town and doesn't tell you? Is it okay to get mad if your date invites you to cook together then kicks you out when the meal is done? Should you stop talking to your sister if she object…
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”The Reality of Being Mixed in the Black Community” feat. Mika Stein
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Of course we couldn't start recording the episode without talking about The Oscars Slapgate (if you're tired of that topic skip to 0:22). Comedian Mika Stein joins Sufficiently Black to talk about growing up half Jewish and half Black and his relationship with both communities. Mika talks about the stereotype of being a biracial person with a white…
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”Is It Impossible to Keep Up With the Black Beauty Standard?”
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Before the main topic of discussion the trio questions if there is a surge of men living with their parents and Kia gives her dating updates! (Main convo starts at 14:20). Sufficiently Black asks, "what beauty standards are held specifically within the Black community?" Kia, Amari and Janae discuss the meaning of the term "ghetto" and how not being…
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”How Should We Parent Black Children Today?” feat. Ellen Freeman
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Mom, professional, and friend of the podcast, Ellen Freeman, joins Sufficiently Black to talk all things parenting! (Discussion starts at 13:40). Ellen tells us about her journey to decide to have kids young and her concerns raising a Black child. The trio and Ellen explain the new trend of "gentle parenting" and Ellen talks about the ways she plan…
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”You Look Like You Date White People” feat. Christolin
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Sufficiently Black is joined by longtime fan and friend Christolin to discuss the comment, "You look like you date white people." (Interview starts at 10:15). The girls chat with Christolin about his first time hearing the comment, why people make that assumption, who he gets the comment from the most and how it makes him feel. Kia, Amari and Janae…
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”Navigating Modern Dating” feat. The Hard or Soft Podcast
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Its episode 69 so you know we had to give you something Juicy! Tahoe (@tahoe_tv) and Orlando (@wh_orlandoroye) from the Hard or Soft Podcast join the show to discuss all the ups and downs of modern dating. The group talks about the wrong way to try to be sexy, the challenges of dating with social media, the proper way to "sweat" someone, feeling li…
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”Let’s Talk About Sex (Work), Baby” feat. Jaida Violet
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In this NSFW episode, Sufficiently Black is joined by Jaida Violet, a 24-year old sex worker who lost her job during the Covid-19 pandemic and decided to take the leap into doing sex work full time. Jaida opens up about her journey, the challenges of being a plus-size black woman in the industry and addresses the misconceptions about sex workers. S…
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”Weirdo Behavior to Leave in 2021”
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It's the new year and we have a very fun episode for you! Sufficiently Black is talking about all the weirdo behavior that needs to stay in 2021! From everything from work to society to dating, we're discussing what needs to change in order to have the best possible 2022. Join us on Discord!: discord.gg/d3RrepdTdQ Email: sufficientlyblackpodcast@gm…
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[Playback] ”So You Want to Manifest Your Dreams” feat. Kimberly Cummings
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Happy Holidays! We're going back and listening to an episode about manifesting just in time for the new year! Janae and Kia sit down with Kimberly Cummings, the creator of Manifest Yourself, a digital platform built to promote community, excellence, and support for minority professionals looking to shatter glass ceilings. During their conversation,…
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