Welcome to the Espresso Talk Today Podcast!
Where we go on an enriching journey through the heart of Black history, culture, and health. Our mission is to not just discuss but to connect, inspire, and illuminate.

Episode 284: Gumbo, Grits, and Gathering: Black Food is Black History
In this Espresso Talk Today episode, we step into the rich, vibrant world of Black food spaces with the story A Taste of Home. This story is more than a sensory experience—it’s an exploration of how food connects us to our history, our culture, and our sense of belonging.

Episode 283: A Seat at the Table: Conversations with Historical Black Figures
In this episode, Ama-Robin shares her journey into my dream where I sit with great Black figures like Frederick Douglass, Ida B. Wells, and Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Together, we discuss the significance of Black history, and the importance of reclaiming our narratives and lighting the way for future generations.

Episode 282: Black History Month Reflection: Symbols, Stories, and the Power of History
In this episode, Ama-Robin shares a deeply personal story about how this map, despite being ridiculed, became a source of strength and a reminder of the greatness of Black history.
While reflecting on the power of symbols, the lessons of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, and the importance of reclaiming our stories.

Episode 281: Beyond "Rugged Individualism": The Power of Collective Core Values
in this episode, we discuss everything from Black Wall Street to the Black Panther Party, from HBCUs to our multigenerational families, we have built, protected, and uplifted each other through shared core values like unity, self-determination, and collective responsibility.

Episode 280: Black Empowerment Starts Here: Living by Your Core Values
in this episode, Black empowerment educator Ama-Robin explores how our core values are challenged and undermined in a world that often questions our humanity.

Episode 279: Stop Making Resolutions: Harnessing the Power of Core Values
In this episode, we’re ditching resolutions and diving deep into the transformative power of core values. Discover how values like resilience, unity, and freedom can ground and empower us, especially as Black individuals navigating racial chaos.

Episode 250: Black & Bold: Core Values Ain't Just For White Folks!
In today’s thought-provoking episode with the Espresso Talk Today Team, we delve into the unique journey of identifying and living by core values as Black folks. Through powerful anecdotes and insightful analysis, we explore how racism can disrupt our alignment with core values, making it a challenging endeavor.
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