3 The Grown Way

3 The Grown Way is a weekly podcast hosted by Erikka, Nikki and Dr. E who attended a historical black college, Morris Brown College, and are three grown women who have experienced life, love and growth together for over 30 years. This podcast will discuss hot topics on politics, entertainment, health & wellness and mental health. Please join us and our guests each week as we can give you a healthy portion of grown conversation, political talk, wellness advocacy, mental stimulation and of course, the tea!!

Black Colleges Matter

Erikka feels like Black Colleges provide a family atmosphere.  Nikki wants to ensure that the legacy is carried from one generation to the next and Dr. E offers help to ensure that students are mentally prepared for college. 3thegrownway@gmail.com

08-02
01:26:11

Pay me what you owe me...

Erikka gives praise to Venus Williams for being an advocate for equal pay for women in sports.  Dr E. wonders if "Temporal Flexibilty" is the key to closing the gender gap and Nikki makes a smoothie and channels Rihanna for inspiration. 3thegrownway@gmail.com  #3thegrownway

08-09
01:00:01

Everybody doesn't get a Trophy

Erikka feels like kids should not get paid for having good grades, if that's the case her parents owe her some money.  Nikki has a huge pet peeve with tips jars all over the place and Dr. E feels like if we are giving trophies to every one who participates then we should get rid of, The Olympics, The Super bowl and any other organized sport.  I think everyone agrees that everybody should not get a trophy. 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

08-16
01:15:39

Who's Protecting our black girls and women?

The Ladies of 3 the Grown Way discuss ways that we can protect our girls and ensure that we as black women are setting a positive example for our young black girls. Join the conversation!  Opening Clip: Yara Shahidi for 2017 Black Girls Rock acceptance speech Study:  Girlhood Interrupted The Erasure of Black Girls' Childhood Volume 1 Book Club emcgee1969@yahoo.com 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

08-23
02:05:07

Black Girls Rock 2017 Review

Dr. E and Nikki celebrate the honorees of Black Girls Rock 2017 and discuss what they liked and did not like about the show, the performers and some of the speeches.  Join the conversation and see if you agree with the critique.

08-30
01:12:18

Can Men and Women Really Be Friends? Pt. 1

Erikka, Nikki, Dr. E and their male guest Aahmad "King Aahmad" talk about can Men and Women Really Be Friends?  The age old question is on the table once again and every one has their own opinion, so much so that we have divided this podcast into 2 parts. Erikka has a friend that refuses to introduce her to any other males even though he is "happily" married. Nikki feels that "true" friends don't kiss,  Aahmad feels that men can separate sex from a friendship easier then women can while Dr. E feels that friends can kiss on the lips and still be friends. Join the conversation and let us know what you think at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

09-06
53:00

The Value of Black Lives Pt. 1

Erikka, Nikki an Dr. E welcome a special guest Michael Goggins  to discuss The Value of Black Lives.  The ladies and Michael discuss perspectives from a male view as well as a female view.  I think everyone agrees that things will be slow to progress with the new administration in office. Let us know your thoughts! 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

09-14
46:05

Can Men and Women Really Be Friends Pt. 2

The conversation continues... Nikki can't understand if the relationship is "wacked" why can't we just kick it, Erikka pleads the fifth on sex buddies, Dr. E thinks women really control where the relationship will lead while our guest Ahmad informs us that women can be placed in the friend zone as well.  Join the conversation! 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

09-18
01:05:59

Season Finale Wrap Up Power, Insecure, Can I be Me Whitney Houston and Notorious B I G

Join the ladies as they share their feelings and thoughts on some of their favorite shows. Erica is sending out made love to Julio from Power, Nikki wants to why Issa didn't just deny, deny, deny that she slept with Daniel and Erica feels that many people are to blame for Whitney Houston's death. All the ladies agree that the Biggie documentary led by his mother and Faith Evans was awesome. Join the conversation, let us know what you think? 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

09-20
01:31:12

Dealing with Transitions and Change

Erikka, Nikki, Dr. E and their guest Kemi Bennings discuss dealing with loss at this point and time in their lives. Hopefully this discussion will help you deal with loss and find ways to cope.  The ladies all agree that this is when being "GROWN" really defines itself in your life.  Join the conversation by sending us an email at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway To learn more about Kemi Bennings, visit her website at www.kemibennings.com

09-26
01:18:44

Marriage Relationships and Internet Dating

The ladies discuss all feelings on Marriage, Relationships and Internet Dating with special guest Dr. Virgil Adams bringing in the male energy. Erikka admits that she is not a gold digger but she needs a sponsor, Nikki says that marriage should not happen until one is 30 yrs old , Dr E. believes that one must live on their own before joining with another while Dr. Virgil brings in the level of from a man that marriage was all about love for him.  Join the conversation and let us know if you think that marriage is still necessary today.   3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway Into Music:  Louis York "I Enjoy you" 3thegrownway music: Da Producers For more information about the Move Something Conference www.movesomethingconference.com

10-04
01:34:57

Taking Care of Business and Getting your House in Order

The Ladies Get in to the "Grown" Business of making sure you have the accurate selections for your health insurance.  Erikka walks us through the steps of breaking down health and dental Insurance options. Erikka explains to us her "Little Black Dress" project with the Junior League of Atlanta.  TO make a contribution, please click on this link  http://www.city-data.com/pover…/poverty-Atlanta-Georgia.html Nikki puts a challenge out to all to "Commit to Be Fit."  Join us on our challenge...3 days a week, 30 minutes of movement minimum for 30 days.  Post on our Instagram page your picture each day when you log your Commit to Be Fit. Dr. E reminds us to use the mental health benefits that may included with your health insurance. Join the conversation. #3thegrownway 3thegrownway@gmail.com  

10-11
01:34:38

Homecoming and Eyelashes

The Ladies walk down memory lane by sharing some of their favorite Hoooooomecoming memories while in school at Morris Brown College and some of their favorite college memories. Erikka remembers being boo'd up during the first 2 weeks of college. Nikki remembers all the memories from the homecoming concerts and Dr. E reminds us of a hard lesson learned when you think your "grown" while in college. Opening Music: A Different World opening Music Star Power: Our own Brownite: Dr. Rhonda Conerly Holliday Join the conversation and tell us about some of your memorable moments during homecoming. 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

10-18
01:28:46

Religion vs Spirituality

The ladies discuss the topic with Brownite and friend Reverend Frederick J. McCollough Religion vs Spirituality.  Nikki educates us on a new term that is used SBNR (Spiritual but not Religious), Erikka reminds us that Michael Evans from Good Times made it clear who Jesus was and what he looked like and Fred reminds us that millennials not being in the church is not new. Join the conversation and let us know where you fall on the scale of religious and/or spirituality. 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

10-25
01:39:17

Girl Talk and a Onesie

Erikka believes that wearing a onesie is a must during the colder days, Nikki is back from Amsterdam and feeling relaxed while Dr. E is making a commitment to wear heels more often and get her sexy back.   Join the ladies as they just shoot the shit and have girl talk.  Join the conversation and share your opinions at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

11-01
01:32:02

What do you know about Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

The ladies sit down with Dr. Jody Adewale and learn what Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is and ways to support your child if they happen to be diagnosed with ADHD.  Dr Jody breaks down ADHD on a level where anyone can understand what it may look like if you may think that your child has ADHD.   If you have a child that has been diagnosed with ADHD, Dr Jody and the ladies talk about some traditional and non traditional ways of treatment for ADHD. Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com and let us know what your thoughts are about our topic or even if you have a child has been diagnosed with ADHD. #3thegrownway  

11-08
01:40:33

No Means No and Dirty Harry

The ladies discuss the sexual harasment cases in the news and share their opinions on all the different cases. Erikka gives the star power to the ladies that are joining their voices together.  Nikki wants to focus on empowering the women in these cases and take the focus off the men and Dr. E comes to the truth about R Kelly and realizes that she was not supporting the women in her passion for R Kelly music. Join the conversation and let us know what you think about all that is going on in the news via 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

11-15
01:35:11

Oyster Dressing, Turkee and Many Plates

Erikka celebrates with a traditional New Orleans meal the day before Thanksgiving, Nikki is having her first plant based Thanksgiving while Dr. E will be visiting many location and taking plates as she moves from house to house/ Wellness Segment: Les Brown 15 minute Morning Motivation https://youtu.be/59CmEKAjBzY 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

11-22
01:16:34

Bloopers and Outtakes

The ladies of 3 The Grown Way take a break for the holiday and share some of the audio that never make it on air.  Jokes and tears, we all agree that this has been an awesome journey doing the podcast every week.  We hope you enjoy! 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

11-30
23:35

Bullicide

Erikka, Nikki and Dr. E talk about what is really going on with kids and bullying and the result being suicide.  Ashante Davis committed suicide after a video appeared online and this conversation stems from her situation as well a millions of other kids.   As parents and Aunties, all agree that governing our kids is so important today. Please join the conversation and share your thoughts and experiences on our social media as well as email at 3thegrownway@gmail.com thebullyproject.com   

12-20
01:12:16

Recommend Channels