This is a bi-weekly storytelling based podcast set in the Lillian Marrero Branch Library located in North Philadelphia. This podcast was created so that people in the community can hear and also share their own stories in hopes of inspiring others. If you have a story and you want your voice to be heard, join us as we embark on this journey to create, learn and inspire one another to be our best selves.
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Getting Back to the Basics: Herbs and Mothering Yourself and Your People. Periodt!
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In this episode we speak to the graceful and resilient Taylor of Sistah of the Yam where we talk motherhood, herbs and getting back to the basics in relation to sustainable living. Taylor shares ways to incorporate herbs and realistic nutrition into any lifestyle in a very simplistic + doable way in hopes that folks especially mothers can experienc…
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Yes we were gone for a minute now we are back with the jumpoff! We are poppin this season off with the very talented, inspirational conversation with Joe! In this episode Joe shares his very intimate story about his experiences growing up in North Philadelphia. And through all of his trials and tribulations he has butterflied into this very creativ…
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Tell your Supervisor "I aint never late because Im on Rome Time!"
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In this episode the Amazing Grimaldi Baez who is Teacher,Artist, Creator, historian, & a lover of all things natural and Organic. Grimaldi comes to the Urban Lib Room to have a beautifully spoken conversation about the good old Days vs the times that we live in today. Can we do our normal day to day activities without our cellphones? How present ar…
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In this episode we talk with Dr. Hafiz of TEA Group Associates about mothering and the different dynamics of mothering particularly the dynamic of a young mother. Dr Hafiz shares a heart warming story of being reintroduced to her mother as an adult and all the experiences and challenges shes faced throughout life. She speaks about how she changed h…
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Corey & Jimmy of @buythehood Inc. talk about how the black entrepreneur experience can be in any strategy, wisdom,or idea that will ignite, empower and provoke more African Americans to join the journey to Ownership & community building. In this episode Corey and Jimmy share their favirote books in hopes to share their message to invoke a movement …
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In this episode were talking with Desiree of @Nana.catherines.apothecary about Innerwork, Innerself, Trust & Relationships with oursselves and others to become manifest into out greatest most authentic powerful selves. Yall better listen cause Yall gon get this work!
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Iresha Picot, M.Ed, LBS is a Licensed Behavior Specialist and Therapist, Doula, Author andCommunity Activist. Iresha is a self care guru she does self care all day everyday. Iresha goes by@ireshadahoodtherapist in instagram where she uses her platform to motivate and inspire others and she is all about black love &black unity! Iresha is just an awe…
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In this episode we spoke with Saleemah Mcneil of Oshun Family center. We talk about her beginning and how Saleemah found her life's purpose. We talk about Female prisoners not only their basic rights but also their rights surrounding giving birth and their spiritual health and wellness while in prison and the importance of keeping relationships wit…
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In this episode we speak with @pharoahfitness we talk about how to get right and keep it tight because we all need to be lookin good in the hood! . We talk about how getting fit means that you have to put in that work.We cover food desserts,the importance of movement,staying fit, disciplined and how Positive thought habits effect your body. Listen …
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Get Yo Life! Featuring: The Good Samaritans (Tomarra & Damon)
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In this episode and we sat with Tomarra and Damon of the Good Samaritans and we literally talked about E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G. We talked about about Nipsey Hussle, finding our identities, supporting each other everything. I mean we had such a great time sharing personal experiences, sharing laughs and each others company. Enjoy!…
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"OMG Im Pregnant" Teenage baby mamas and we still great!
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This episode we talk with the beautiful amazing @craziibeautiful_ and we have share something in common. We were all fine teenage mothers, join us as we sit to tell our own personal stories as three co workers come together to speak of the joys and the pains of becoming teenage mothers! We hope to encourage & inspire teenage mothers that migh be fa…
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The Urban Lib Rooms talks with the beautiful Cici of the Healing in Voluntary Blog. Cici opens up about her experiences dealing with relationships. Cici is HIV positive as well as so positive. We discuss love, self esteem, life journeys etc. Tune In you dont want to miss this!
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In this episode with Kyle the Conductor we talk Artversations and how Art shapes our thoughts/ realities. What does the future of Art for and by people of color look, feel and sound like? And we really want to know should we bring back the fleek or is it time to let it go? Let us know! #keepthefleek #artversations…
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In today's episode we're speaking with Kim B. of @blackandfab. We discuss her journey into branding her culture + style with grace + being unapologetically black. Kim also shares how + why she created her bookclub Nexus which is geared towards black women to commune, share + be vulnerable in a safe space. Thanks Kim for your time + energy!…
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Join us as Samantha Rucker discusses this idea of a scavenger hunt we all know as life. Today we're "doubling up" the upload, as Nipsey himself would put it, due to our absence last week. We hope you all enjoy!
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You dont want to miss this enlightening episode as Keyonia talks with us as she provides insight into her longtime journey with the library. Keyonia also talks about the one book that has impacted her the most and why it means so much to her.
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In this episode we're joined by Kyle The Conductor of the Keep Your Crown Up Crowncast yet again. This episode is all about how the images of minority groups in the media shape our perceptions. Keep up with our new release schedule: we now upload every Tuesday, so be on the lookout each week for a new episode.…
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In this episode we talk with Shanti of The Sable Collective @thesablecollective + Around the Way Curls podcast about a mishmash of sorts such as the black love experience, mental health and how to show up for ourselves in this world we living in!
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Morning Mantras Amazing or Nah? (feat. Shesheena Bray)
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In this episode we're visited by a special guest, Shesheena Bray of Going Inward Wellness LLC, where she explains how the start of your day can be amazing or not depending on what energy you begin your day with.
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Our special guest, Celeste Yvette, joins us on our podcast to teach us about credit, what it means to have good credit versus bad credit, and how we can improve ourselves as well as our lifestyle by staying on top of our credit above all else. We'll discuss her most recent book, "Seize Your Power With Excellent Credit" as well as delving into what …
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In this episode, Mieka and Nat are joined by @kyletheconductor of the Keep Your Crown Up Crown Cast. We explore family dynamics and how it shapes our reality.
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In this episode Nat and Mieka share two books that have been impactful to their lives. Mieka shares her introduction and experience with The Autobiography of Malcolm X: As Told to Alex Haley while Nat shares her thoughts and feelings about All About Love by bell hooks. Two important action words that are shared in connection with the books are tran…
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A short episode to kick things off and introduce the two main voices of this podcast, Natalie & Mieka. Get into the vibes and spend some time with us as we each share our stories.
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