Let's Talk: Being Black Women in Tech & Navigating 2022 Tech Layoffs

I sat down with my friend Cathy to discuss the recent wave of tech layoffs, realities of being a Black woman in Tech (both technical and non-technical), how Black folks will absolutely be disproportionately impacted by the layoffs, and how she's navigated a 20+ year career in Engineering. Grab a drink and tap into this conversation. 

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Brandon Blackwood Fall '22 Collection | Unboxing and First Impression

Brandon Blackwood dropped his Fall '22 collection and I had no restraint. Sharing an unboxing and first impression of 6 of the 7 bags I purchased. I'm still waiting on the acrylic clutch which had a longer lead time to ship, but will add that one once I have it. Also to come, a YouTube video of my full Brandon Blackwood collection. 

 

BRANDON BLACKWOOD BAGS I PURCHASED

1. Arlen Bag in Metallic Cracked Leather 

2. Kuei Bag in tan Suede w/ Shearling Edges 

3. Nia Bag in Black Leather and Green Mink Swirl 

4. Nia Bag in Silver Cracked Leather 

5. Bamboo B Tote 

6. Bamboo B Micro Tote

What Does Liberation Look Like For Black Americans?

It’s 2022 and Truth Be Told is taking on two of the most urgent questions of our time: What does liberation look like for Black Americans? And what does it mean to be free?  Season 3, which premieres on February 17th, offers a compelling sonic exploration into what liberation looks, sounds, and feels like for Black Americans with some of the greatest thinkers of our time. 

Host Tonya Mosley takes us on a deeply personal exploration — peeling back the layers of how Black Americans are liberating ourselves from the expectations of a colonized existence to help us live richer, fuller, more free lives.  Meet our production team and take a sneak peek listen!

New episodes drop every Thursday beginning February 17, 2022

Breast Reduction Surgery: 10 Things You Need During Recovery

Sound the alarms... I just passed my first week in healing from breast reduction surgery! Prior to surgery I did a lot of research on items I'd need during my initial healing, but as with all things, it's a little different once you're in the thick of it. In this video, I share the top 10 items that have been crucial during my first week of recovery. If you're preparing for surgery, I'd highly reccommend getting these items.

Breast Reduction Surgery: First 24 Hours Post-Op Recovery

After thinking about it for years, I finally made the decision to get a breast reduction! In this video, I share my experience during the first 24 hours of post-op recovery. 

    

Derek Jaxn: A Cheating Man's Heart

72 hours ago I had no clue how Derek Jaxn was... but I love relationship shenanigans and Derek Jaxn's latest cheating scandal was a hot mess. I hopped on IG Live with a few friends to discuss. 

 

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