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 275: #BelieveBlackPeople: More Than a Hashtag, It’s a Movement
In this episode, we break down what it means to believe Black people and why it matters now more than ever.
Today, host Ama-Robin, explores why believing Black people is essential—from recognizing everyday encounters with racism and bias to celebrating Black excellence that’s too often overlooked.
Episode 274: Doubt Your Limits: Discover your Inner Explorer
In this powerful episode, Espresso Talk Today host,Ama-Robin Lofton, discusses how finding your inner explorer means pushing past societal limits, reclaiming community and culture, and doubting the boundaries that have been placed upon us.
Episode 273: Exploring New Horizons: Celebrating Black Explorers who Broke Boundaries
In this powerful episode, Espresso Talk Today dives into the remarkable, often-hidden stories of Black explorers who redefined what’s possible - Matthew Henson’s trek to the North Pole, and Mae Jemison’s journey beyond Earth’s atmosphere.
Episode 272: Breaking the Silence: Rediscovering Black Explorers and Empowering Black Futures
In this powerful episode of Espresso Talk Today, host Ama-Robin shines a light on the incredible Black explorers whose contributions have been erased by the quiet force of racism.
Episode 266: Uncovering Hidden Racism: The Everyday Behaviors We Need to Confront
In this powerful episode of Espresso Talk Today, we dive deep into the often-overlooked world of covert racism—the subtle, everyday behaviors and attitudes that many people don’t even realize are racist.
Episode 264: Uncovering the Racism You’ve Been Taught
In this episode, In this episode, host Ama-Robin dives deep into how white people, even those who consider themselves allies, unknowingly perpetuate racism through ingrained and socialized behaviors.
Episode 257: Juneteenth: A Radical Movement For Reparations And Liberation
In today’s podcast episode, host Ama-Robin explores the historical roots of Juneteenth, the enduring struggles faced by freed people, and the unfinished work of Black liberation. She calls on us to honor our courageous ancestors by continuing their fight for true equality and demanding reparations.
Episode 256: Toward Black Liberation: Imagining A New World
In today’s podcast episode, host Ama-Robin demands Black liberation and discusses dismantling the existing white supremacist structures that force us to "make a way out of no way." We explore the true cost of resilience and the necessity of envisioning a world where Black people thrive, not just survive
Episode 255: Confronting the Chaos: Living Black in white spaces
In today’s podcast episode, join host Ama-Robin as she explores the relentless chaos of living Black in predominantly white spaces - exploring the challenges faced by Black people, from microaggressions, tokenism to racial profiling, economic exploitation and more.
Episode 251: Everyday Discrimination Scale: Confronting Racial Stress in the Workplace
In today’s podcast episode, Join Ama-Robin and Mel as they dive deep into the Every Day Discrimination Scale (EDDS), discussing the often-overlooked yet deeply impactful issue of workplace discrimination and harassment.
Episode 249: More than Just Words: Core Values for Empowered Living
In today’s Espresso Talk Today Podcast episode join Ama-Robin and Mel as they interview Demiesha Dennis, founder of Brown Girl Outdoor World. As they chat about her inspiring journey from self-taught fly-fisher to advocate for Black women in nature.
Episode 248: Breaking Barriers: Black Women in Outdoor Spaces
In today’s Espresso Talk Today Podcast episode join Ama-Robin and Mel as they interview Demiesha Dennis, founder of Brown Girl Outdoor World. As they chat about her inspiring journey from self-taught fly-fisher to advocate for Black women in nature.
Episode 216: Surviving a Racist Encounter: The "Secret Weapon" that Saved Me
Police violence. White supremacy and terror. Dehumanizing behavior. Systemic racism. Everywhere. Every day. African Americans and other people of color face constant threats not only to their physical safety but also to their mental health. This leads to high levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. Racism-induced stress also reduces the life expectancy and quality of life for many African Americans. Add poverty, lack of health care, inadequate housing, and reduced access to good nutrition and clean water to this deadly cocktail and there is another "pandemic" rooted in racism. Many African Americans are seeking methods to protect their mental health and reduce stress and anxiety. One effective method is meditation, which has proven benefits of fighting stress and anxiety, reducing depression, and improving the quality of life--on mental and physical levels. In this special episode, Robin will discuss the unique stresses faced by African Americans and the benefits of meditation. She will also guide three short meditations to introduce the practice of meditation and provide instant stress relief during these turbulent times. You will not want to miss this episode!
Episode 205: “I don’t see race!” and other Racism Denials
Police violence. White supremacy and terror. Dehumanizing behavior. Systemic racism. Everywhere. Every day. African Americans and other people of color face constant threats not only to their physical safety but also to their mental health. This leads to high levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. Racism-induced stress also reduces the life expectancy and quality of life for many African Americans. Add poverty, lack of health care, inadequate housing, and reduced access to good nutrition and clean water to this deadly cocktail and there is another "pandemic" rooted in racism. Many African Americans are seeking methods to protect their mental health and reduce stress and anxiety. One effective method is meditation, which has proven benefits of fighting stress and anxiety, reducing depression, and improving the quality of life--on mental and physical levels. In this special episode, Robin will discuss the unique stresses faced by African Americans and the benefits of meditation. She will also guide three short meditations to introduce the practice of meditation and provide instant stress relief during these turbulent times. You will not want to miss this episode!
Episode 204: The Destructive Power of Racism Denials
Police violence. White supremacy and terror. Dehumanizing behavior. Systemic racism. Everywhere. Every day. African Americans and other people of color face constant threats not only to their physical safety but also to their mental health. This leads to high levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. Racism-induced stress also reduces the life expectancy and quality of life for many African Americans. Add poverty, lack of health care, inadequate housing, and reduced access to good nutrition and clean water to this deadly cocktail and there is another "pandemic" rooted in racism. Many African Americans are seeking methods to protect their mental health and reduce stress and anxiety. One effective method is meditation, which has proven benefits of fighting stress and anxiety, reducing depression, and improving the quality of life--on mental and physical levels. In this special episode, Robin will discuss the unique stresses faced by African Americans and the benefits of meditation. She will also guide three short meditations to introduce the practice of meditation and provide instant stress relief during these turbulent times. You will not want to miss this episode!
Episode 195: Real Talk: Black Women showing Love and Courage
Police violence. White supremacy and terror. Dehumanizing behavior. Systemic racism. Everywhere. Every day. African Americans and other people of color face constant threats not only to their physical safety but also to their mental health. This leads to high levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. Racism-induced stress also reduces the life expectancy and quality of life for many African Americans. Add poverty, lack of health care, inadequate housing, and reduced access to good nutrition and clean water to this deadly cocktail and there is another "pandemic" rooted in racism. Many African Americans are seeking methods to protect their mental health and reduce stress and anxiety. One effective method is meditation, which has proven benefits of fighting stress and anxiety, reducing depression, and improving the quality of life--on mental and physical levels. In this special episode, Robin will discuss the unique stresses faced by African Americans and the benefits of meditation. She will also guide three short meditations to introduce the practice of meditation and provide instant stress relief during these turbulent times. You will not want to miss this episode!
Episode 194: Racial Encounters are Real: How you can protect yourself
Police violence. White supremacy and terror. Dehumanizing behavior. Systemic racism. Everywhere. Every day. African Americans and other people of color face constant threats not only to their physical safety but also to their mental health. This leads to high levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. Racism-induced stress also reduces the life expectancy and quality of life for many African Americans. Add poverty, lack of health care, inadequate housing, and reduced access to good nutrition and clean water to this deadly cocktail and there is another "pandemic" rooted in racism. Many African Americans are seeking methods to protect their mental health and reduce stress and anxiety. One effective method is meditation, which has proven benefits of fighting stress and anxiety, reducing depression, and improving the quality of life--on mental and physical levels. In this special episode, Robin will discuss the unique stresses faced by African Americans and the benefits of meditation. She will also guide three short meditations to introduce the practice of meditation and provide instant stress relief during these turbulent times. You will not want to miss this episode!
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