VitaMelanin Podcast

THANOS in this b*tch! Join Ciara and Taylor as they navigate the intricacies of the early relationship stages and how to develop meaningful connections. They've also got their own personal milestones that they're gonna share. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned serial romantic, you’ll enjoy these tidbits! Tune In! Our Socials: Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/vitamelaninpod⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vitamelaninpod/⁠ Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/vitamelaninpodcast⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VitaMelaninPodcast⁠ Black Fact: ⁠You aint gotta do nothing but stay Black and die! Renaissance grossed $21 million in its opening weekend, the first movie to pass the $20 million threshold in the post-Thanksgiving weekend since 2003. https://screenrant.com/renaissance-beyonce-movie-box-office-record-opening-weekend/ https://ifstudies.org/blog/family-breakdown-and-americas-welfare-system#:~:text=From%201890%20to%201950%2C%20black,to%20the%20white%20marriage%20rate. Black Business: ⁠https://moodyhause.com/  Intro & Outro Music: Rose by Dawn Marquis (That's Tay from VitaMelanin btw!) ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=e98b1901bee740ae⁠

Join Ciara and Taylor as they explore the art of first dates. In this episode we’ll share some unique location ideas and engaging activities to set the stage for meaningful connections. We’ll guide you through how to balance out making a good impression and just doing too damn much. Lol. We’ll even talk about ways we knew we’d give our partners a second date and things to look out for. Whether you’re a seasoned dater or new to the romance scene, you’ll get a kick out of these ideas and some laughs from the stories we share. Tune In! Our Socials: Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/vitamelaninpod⁠ IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/vitamelaninpod/⁠ Twitch: ⁠https://www.twitch.tv/vitamelaninpodcast⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VitaMelaninPodcast⁠ Black Fact: ⁠From 1890 to 1950, black women had a higher marriage rate than white women. And in 1950, just 9% of black children lived without their father. By 1960, the black marriage rate had declined but remained close to the white marriage rate. https://ifstudies.org/blog/family-breakdown-and-americas-welfare-system#:~:text=From%201890%20to%201950%2C%20black,to%20the%20white%20marriage%20rate. Black Business: ⁠44th & 3rd Bookseller Intro & Outro Music: Rose by Dawn Marquis (That's Tay from VitaMelanin btw!) ⁠https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=e98b1901bee740ae⁠

Ciara and Taylor delve into the essential life skills and knowledge that many of us were never taught by our parents. Join us as they explore the challenges and triumphs of adulthood while reflecting on the wisdom our parents might have missed. It's raw. It's real. It's hilarious. Join us! IG: vitamelaninpod Facebook: VitaMelanin Podcast Twitch: VitaMelanin Podcast Music: https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=90dfc0fb03c445f4

Movies! Music! Murder Mysteries! Oh My! Kicking off the new season with one of the best seasons! Join Ciara and Taylor as they talk about everything Halloween with a little bit of extra ;) ! IG: vitamelaninpod Facebook: VitaMelanin Podcast Twitch: ViteMelanin Podcast Music used: https://open.spotify.com/track/5oafyAWLRHLFn0Y2tloTTo?si=ea5da9795de143b2

Alas, Pride Month has ended, but we still had an interesting topic to share with you guys to end it off right! This week Taylor and Ciara discuss a crazy ass Black Mirror episode that'll have you wondering what the future will be like. These women discuss everything from virtual reality, cheating, to satisfaction of life. You'll be sure to leave the episode wanting to watch the show if you've not already watched it by now.    Let us know of more television shows we should talk about in our next season. That's right, this is our last episode of season 4. But don't worry, there's plenty of episodes to listen to while you wait for our 5th Season. Love you guys!   Black Fact of the Week: https://afrotech.com/preston-mutanga-animator-spider-man-across-the-spider-verse?item=2   Black Business of the week: https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/treachery-in-beatdown-city-switch/   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Happy Pride Month!! This week Taylor and Ciara continue on talking about tv and films with queer representation. They talk about some their faves, pros and cons of some of them, and some people we would love to work with along the way!   Let us know of more movies and tv shows we should ass to the watchlist!   Black Fact of the Week: 14 TV Shows That Broke Ground With Gay and Transgender Characters Black Business of the week: PopViewers   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Happy Pride Month!! This week join Taylor and Ciara gaining knowledge about important individuals in the queer community. From activists, to singers, to icons, the girls give facts, and fun commentary along the way, about some of the influential people in American history.    Stay tuned with the shenanigans during Pride month because there is definitely more to come.   Black Business of the week: Blaqhaus   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Join Ciara and Taylor as we discuss the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. The girls share their past and present experiences with becoming business owners. By the end, you'll have some tips to help you get out there and make this money (or at the very least reasons why it may not be for you lol).    Share your experiences with running your own business or with small business owners on our social media!    Black Fact: https://historicmissourians.shsmo.org/annie-turnbo-malone/ Black Business of the week: https://www.deepseededroots.com/   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

What's up guys! It's ya girl Tay giving you a little mini true crime episode on one of the most fascinating serial killers, Henry Louis Wallace, otherwise known as The Taco Bell Killer. In this short episode, I'll be sharing some interesting (or at least I think so) tidbits gathered about this little know Black serial killer. So, tune in and enjoy this little treat for you true crime junkies out there!   A link to the dope ass podcast mentioned in today's episode: https://blacktruecrime.com/ (Support these amazing Black women!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Join Ciara and Taylor on a fun live episode where they talk about their gaming ways, how they got into gaming, and what the future holds within their gaming lives.   Share what games you recommend and if you would like to see more of their BLERD side!     Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Subscribe on YouTube  VitaMelanin Podcast Have fun with us on Twitch  VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

VitaMelanin is ready to take on adulting with the biggest thing that makes it suck... MONEY. This week, join Ciara and Taylor as they discuss fiscal responsibility and how you can take matter into your own hands for some control money has over us. With the resources and tips, you should be able to start or continue your path to fiscal responsibility!   Black Fact of the Week Black Business of the Week   Resources: Earn Your Leisure Black Equity Podcast Brown Ambition Podcast Get Good With Money - Tiffany Aliche The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom - Paris Woods The Money Manual - Tonya Rapley Shay Budgets   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

We're back! Missed you guys last week, but VitaMelanin had some to take care of. This week, join Ciara and Taylor as they discuss what healthy Black love looks like. They discuss vulnerability, trust, respect, and how to point out when your relationship is looking unhealthy through a Relationship Health Checklist. By the time you finish the episode, you'll realize the Black love does exist and it most certainly can be healthy.    Myths About Black Marriage: https://www.thoughtco.com/the-top-myths-about-black-marriage-2834526  Black Podcast: (Fridays with Tab and Chance) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPXnTDxwlHiaeccCmvx6-MV23Rrht66ao   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Come and join Ciara and Taylor talk about the history of tattoos and their tattoo journeys.   Black Fact: Jacci Gresham https://blog.eikondevice.com/post/tattoo-herstories-jacci-gresham-1st-black-female-tattoo-shop-owner-in-america https://www.denver7.com/news/national/after-decades-of-discrimination-americas-first-black-female-tattoo-artist-opens-up   Black Business: Artistic Tattoo Supply F.I.N.A.O. Ink   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Join Ciara and Taylor this week as they give some history and discuss the act of racially passing. You wouldn't guess some of the celebrities and public figures who have passed or have Black ancestry!   Black Fact: Walter White https://www.history.com/news/walter-white-undercover-investigations A Man Called White: An Autobiography of Walter White by Walter White   Black Business: https://britbennett.com/the-vanishing-half   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Taylor and Ciara are here to talk about growing the f*ck up. It's the 1st episode in a series of intermittent talks this season about managing their adult life. This week, VitaMelanin talks about the difficulties of managing their social lives when it comes to friendships and relationships. The girls dive a little bit into what it looks like to have a healthy relationship and some things they are learning, but they'll save more of that for another episode. Stay tuned in! Black Fact: Ms. Eartha Kitt - https://www.newyorker.com/culture/the-new-yorker-documentary/when-eartha-kitt-disrupted-the-ladies-who-lunch#:~:text=%E2%80%9CYou%20send%20the%20best%20of,would%20later%20recall%20Kitt%20saying. Black Business: https://calendly.com/    Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Taylor and Ciara are here to tell you, guys, what it means to be a f*ckin lady! (Or at least what they were told anyways...) This week, VitaMelanin talks about women's respectability politics from the perspective of growing up in two different Black households. The girls get a little personal (and slightly heated) about the policing of Black women's emotions, the role the Black church plays, and more.  Black Fact: https://www.ajc.com/life/7-interesting-black-history-facts-you-likely-didnt-know/TPR7B4NA5RB6JETHNRYBSVY7X4/ - Number 2: Maya Angelou  Black Business: https://www.buyweedfromwomen.com   Connect with us! We'd love to hear your ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast.*

Taylor and Ciara is back with some kinky shit! This week, VitaMelanin talks about a few of their limits, which is what they are sexually not willing to do, and their takes on it. Let them know what some of your limits are once you take the quizzes below! Kink Test Yes, No, Maybe List   Black Fact: www.drshemeka.com/ Black Business: https://overkink.com/   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast

"We know....we know... but WE'RE BACK!!"   it's Season 4! Taylor and Ciara come back kicking the season off with a check in episode. Letting you know what they've been up to, why they were gone, etc. Stay Tuned for upcoming announcements VitaMelanin is very excited about.   Black Fact: https://medium.com/the-sunflower-girl-collective/april-is-international-black-womens-history-month-and-it-s-about-time-8cb5573d3036   Black Business: https://www.oursisterbookshops.com/

VitaMelanin is entering the American Black Film Festival's 2023 Podcast Competition!    Ciara and Taylor discuss kinks they didn't even know existed! Listen to the full episode where they dive more into things they didn't know were kinks and some more they've never heard of!     Email: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com IG: @vitamelaninpod Facebook: @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Ciara on IG @cee_thespian and Taylor @isanity

Happy Days though it doesn't seem like it   Though it seems like us people with uteri are having everything stripped away, we must stay strong and fight. This episode, Taylor and Ciara inform what this means and some tips to get through these times.   States' statuses since Roe v. Wade overturned: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/06/24/abortion-state-laws-criminalization-roe/#datawrapper-chart-edaEf   Biggest Supporter's Business: Captured by Chai Photography   Black Business: Creamalicious Ice Cream   Black Health Segment Sound: https://hebrewchilemusic.com/ (Thanks a bunch!)   Connect with us! We'd love to hear ideas and feedback! Email us: vitamelaninpodcast@gmail.com   Follow us on IG @vitamelaninpod and Facebook @VitaMelanin Podcast Follow Taylor on IG @isanity and Ciara @cee_thespian *We do not own the copyrights to any music/sounds used in this podcast