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Aug 22
1 min

How Black Women Perpetuate Toxic Masculinity

A recent interaction between Miles and Karen on "Married At First Sight" illustrated a larger problem in the way Black women suppr

Veronica Wells-Puoane

Jun 20
2 min

Black Girls Deserve Better

Every day, every where Black girls and women are undervalued, underappreciated and underpaid. As the mothers of humanity, we deserve better

We Need To Have A Family Meeting About The Lack Of Protection For Black Women

Veronica Wells-Puoane

Jun 13
6 min

We Need To Have A Family Meeting About The Lack Of Protection For Black Women

During a time when we're calling out oppression against marginalized groups, we're wondering when the community is going to start pr

Excuse Me, Can You Move Your Ass Out Of My Face?

As Told To Veronica R. Wells-Puoane

Dec 7, 2019
2 min

Excuse Me, Can You Move Your Ass Out Of My Face?

A woman confronts a couple on the New York City subway after they took issue with her asking the woman to move her ass out of her face.

Veronica Wells-Puoane

Jun 1, 2019
5 min

Do Black Men Submit?

Women know that when the word submission comes up, we're talking about our role in a marriage. But we're wondering do Black men subm

Old Folks Can Learn From That Viral Dr. Maya Angelou Clip Too

Veronica Wells-Puoane

Mar 23, 2019
6 min

Old Folks Can Learn From That Viral Dr. Maya Angelou Clip Too

A lot of people applauded Dr. Angelou chastising a young Black woman for calling her by her first name. But they didn't talk about her a

For Black Women "Back That Azz Up" Is About Sisterhood

Veronica Wells-Puoane

Feb 24, 2019
4 min

For Black Women "Back That Azz Up" Is About Sisterhood

On the 20th anniversary of the release of "Back That Azz Up," we're discussing how Black women have turned it into a way to ce

My Uncle Cut Me Off Once I Stopped Paying His Bills

As Told To Veronica R. Wells

Jan 5, 2019
6 min

My Uncle Cut Me Off Once I Stopped Paying His Bills

We spoke to one Black woman about how finances ruined her relationship with an uncle. See what she had to say.

Black Women Share Why They Do And Don’t Spank Their Children

As Told To Veronica R. Wells

Nov 24, 2018
9 min

Black Women Share Why They Do And Don’t Spank Their Children

After the American Pediatric Association deemed spanking emotionally and psychologically, Black women discuss why they do and don't span

Hair Hierarchy: Why All Black Women Don't Feel Welcomed At Curl Fest

As Told To Veronica R. Wells

Jul 28, 2018
12 min

Hair Hierarchy: Why All Black Women Don't Feel Welcomed At Curl Fest

Danielle James, Head of Partnerships at Hello Beautiful and founder of Model Citizen, says there are some Black women who don't feel emb

Black Lives Matter Co-Founder: Black Men Haven't Made Fighting For Black Women A Priority

As Told To Veronica R. Wells

Mar 10, 2018
6 min

Black Lives Matter Co-Founder: Black Men Haven't Made Fighting For Black Women A Priority

Patrisse Khan-Cullors, one of the co-founders of the Black Lives Matter movement, says Black men need to be doing more when it comes to Blac

The Essence Of Black Women Shines When It's Uncolonized

Veronica R. Wells

Feb 19, 2018
6 min

The Essence Of Black Women Shines When It's Uncolonized

It would be hard to miss the enormous role Black women play in "Black Panther." Here are the reasons why they shine the way they d

Why Were We Here For Tracee Ellis Ross & Not Mo'Nique?

Veronica R. Wells

Jan 27, 2018
6 min

Why Were We Here For Tracee Ellis Ross & Not Mo'Nique?

The stories of Tracee Ellis Ross asking for more money and Mo'Nique doing the same happened a single day apart. But the reactions were v

As Told To Veronica R. Wells

Oct 21, 2017
8 min

Enjoy Your Vagina: Sex At 50 Is Fishnet Catsuits, Lube, And Not Waking The Kids

In this #EnjoyYourVagina story, three sisters, in their fifties and sixties talk about balancing marriage, children and still getting it in.

I Gave Birth To A Child I Never Brought Home: A Story Of Infant Loss And Redemption

As Told To Veronica R. Wells

Oct 14, 2017
28 min

I Gave Birth To A Child I Never Brought Home: A Story Of Infant Loss And Redemption

Erin Woods shares the story of giving birth to a stillborn son, healing from the devastating loss and becoming a mother for the second time.

Veronica R. Wells

Apr 29, 2017
4 min

When A White Woman With Fake Lips & A Black Boyfriend Tries To Relate To Black Women

In an attempt to relate to her Black clients, a White makeup artist uses her Black boyfriend and other stereotypes as an "in."

"I Made Him Poppin'" Woman Who Had French Montana In His Feelings, Speaks Out

Veronica R. Wells

Apr 8, 2017
4 min

"I Made Him Poppin'" Woman Who Had French Montana In His Feelings, Speaks Out

Maryam Barksdale, the 22-year-old young lady who had rapper French Montana all in his feelings, shares her side of the story.

The Deer, Georgina & Jordan Peele On The Importance of Black Women in "Get Out"

Veronica R. Wells

Mar 21, 2017
8 min

The Deer, Georgina & Jordan Peele On The Importance of Black Women in "Get Out"

The movie has been out for nearly a month and there's still plenty to discuss, especially when it comes to Black women.

Muslim Basketball Player Banned From Game Because of Her Hijab

Veronica R. Wells

Mar 20, 2017
3 min

Muslim Basketball Player Banned From Game Because of Her Hijab

Just as we celebrated the release of Nike's new athletic line for Muslim women, "Pro Hijab," we see just how far we still have to go when...

Are Black Men To Blame For Black Women's Insecurities?

Veronica R. Wells

Mar 19, 2017
8 min

Are Black Men To Blame For Black Women's Insecurities?

Tyrese, as he's been known to do, made some pretty hateful comments about [Black] women in reference to beauty standards. Rapper Rah Digg...

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