Black. Girl. Iowa.

By: Emili L. Johnson
  • Summary

  • A Black woman’s experience in a fly-over state.
    Emili L. Johnson
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Episodes
  • Lessons in Advocacy with Clemente Love
    Nov 25 2024

    In this conversation, Emili and Clementé Love have a dynamic conversation that focuses on the importance of advocacy and empathy in addressing racial issues on campus and in society. It highlights the need for individuals to care about and support marginalized communities, even if they don't personally know someone from that community.


    They highlight the need for black women to have access to culturally competent and supportive care during pregnancy and childbirth. Clementé shares her journey of becoming a doula and the challenges she faced, including the need for business knowledge and networking.


    They also discuss the impact of systemic racism on black women's healthcare experiences and the importance of advocacy and voting for better healthcare policies. Clementé emphasizes the role of doulas in providing resources and support to ensure that mothers' needs are met and they have a positive birth experience.


    Follow Clemente

    Instagram: @clemthedoula

    TikTok: @clemthedoula


    Get More Information about the Iowa Black Doula Collective:

    Website: https://www.iowablackdoulas.com

    Follow of Facebook - ‘Iowa Black Doula Collective’


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    Website: www.blackgirliowa.com

    TikTok: @blackgirliowa

    Instagram: @blackgirliowa

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Black. Girl. Check-In.
    Nov 19 2024

    In this episode of the Black. Girl. Iowa. podcast, host Emili shares a personal check-in, discussing her recent life transitions, including a job change, returning to therapy, and completing her graduate program. She emphasizes the importance of mental health and self-care, particularly in light of the challenging social and political climate.

    Emili also introduces her upcoming reading challenge for 2025, aimed at promoting diverse authors, and expresses her commitment to creating more content that empowers and advocates for Black women.


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    Website: www.blackgirliowa.com

    TikTok: @blackgirliowa

    Instagram: @blackgirliowa

    Blog Post: 2025 Black. Girl. Iowa. Reading Challenge



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    12 mins
  • Crafting Your Narrative with Dr. Jasmine Ross
    Nov 11 2024

    Dr. Jasmine Ross is a licensed psychologist, and owner of Essence Psychological Health Services in Houston, Texas. In this episode, she shares her experience growing up in the Bronx and the unique aspects of being a New Yorker. She discusses the impact of her annual visits from her cousins in Iowa and how it challenged her to think about life outside of New York.

    Dr. Ross also talks about her journey into psychology and her passion for understanding why people do the things they do. Additionally, she shares how her personal experiences have shaped her professional work and ability to connect with her clients. In this dynamic conversation, she also encourages individuals starting their mental health journey to envision the version of themselves they want to be and to seek out therapists and resources that align with their goals.


    Where to find Dr. Jasmine Ross

    Website: https://www.drjasmineross.com or epsychhealth.com

    Facebook: Jasmine Ross

    Instagram: @dr.jasmineross

    TikTok: @dr.jasmineross


    Resources to find a Mental Health Professional

    Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

    Therapy for Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com

    National Latinx Psychological Association: https://www.nlpa.ws


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    Website: www.blackgirliowa.com

    TikTok: @blackgirliowa

    Instagram: @black.girl.iowa

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    1 hr

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