Ladies Night Lifestyles

Welcome to Ladies Night Podcast hosted by Shavonne of VK Press! After six months of considering the launch of Ladies Night Podcast, it is now here for your enlightened entertainment. In this episode, we introduce the host and the makings of Ladies Night Podcasts. For more information, visit www.shavonne.co and follow us on Instagram at @ladies_night_podcast!

Antonia and Jasmine join us for Ladies Night Podcast to define friendship and discuss what it means to be a good friend to others. They share the makings of a meaningful relationship with other women and how to restore damaged ties. In this episode, you will hear the comedic beginnings of Shavonne, Jasmine, and Antonia's fast friendship and how their relationship has evolved over time. IG: @ladies_night_podcast WEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/ EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co [Music: "Friends" by Whodini]

DeShara Doub reflects on her recent trip to Trinidad and Tobago and the importance of traveling abroad. She also shares how her identity, faith, and perception of herself transformed as a result of her experience. Several meaningful connections were made between Shavonne's trip to China in May and DeShara's voyage in July. IG: @ladies_night_podcast WEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/ EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co [Music: "Oh Yay (AfroSoca)" by Olatunjii]

Motivational speaker, Katie Johnson, defines what it means to "free yourself" and how the weight we carry can impact our relationships with others. She also shares an experience of abuse in her childhood and how she learned to forgive through therapy and a workshop intensive. The episode ends with a role play to tackle a common issue our friends face that keeps them bound in unhealthy relationships. To contact Katie directly, feel free to visit her website https://www.mystorynotmyexcuse.com/. Resources for Survivors of Sexual Abuse: *American Counseling Association https://www.counseling.org/ *Beginning to Heal (Revised Edition): A First Book for Men and Women Who Were Sexually Abused As Children by Ellen Bass & Laura Davis *Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) https://www.rainn.org/ IG: @ladies_night_podcast WEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/ EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co [Music: "Get It Together" by India.Arie]

Shavonne prepares your mind for stepping outside of your home for Ladies Night or any other social gathering you have planned for the weekend! In this episode, she explains why you should appreciate yourself and avoid comparing yourself with others. Shavonne shares candidly three instances when life appeared one way and reveals the truth of her experiences behind closed doors. In the end, where you are at this moment is the absolute BEST place for you to be!  IG: @ladies_night_podcast WEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/ EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co [Music: "Exclusively" and "So Gone (What My Mind Says)" by Jill Scott]

Fashion Stylist Sarah Hairston is one-half of the dynamic duo Fashion Forward. In this episode, we discuss how she got the name SarahJInTheCity and her southern roots. She shares some of the must-have items for all women and explains how JOY is what defines true beauty and is incorporated in her work as a stylist. You can follow her IG via www.instagram.com/sarahjinthecity. IG: www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcastWEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co  [Music: "Coconut Oil" by Lizzo]

Happy Anniversary to the release of Solange's phenomenal and timely album "A Seat at the Table!" In this episode, Shavonne reflects on her impressions of the album as well as its' impact on culture. She also details how some of the themes of the album did not resonate with her until a year after its' release. IG: www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcastWEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co  [Music: "Borderline (An Ode to Self-Care" by Solange feat. Q-Tip]

The "Bonnet Babes" reunite in this hilarious episode on the topic of dating. Jasmine, Antonia, and Shavonne open up about their celebrity crushes and bloopers from dates gone bad. The ladies end the night with relationship and dating tips they've learned along the way. For more information about Aunt Mink's Playhouse, email Jasmine at amp24ccc.indy@gmail.com.IG: www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcastWEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co[Music: "Tonight (Best You Ever Had) by John Legend feat. Ludacris]

Erica "TheFlyWon" Scott is a proud mother, stylist, and podcaster. In this episode, we discuss the importance of transparency and her recovery as the survivor of a suicide victim. She explains the difference between a villain and victim to expose how suicide is not a selfish act. Instead, it is a response to hopelessness. Erica shared the following resources for other survivors including:* Dying to Be Free: A Healing Guide for Families After a Suicide by Beverly Cobain and Jean Larch (book)* Survivors of Suicide (SOS) http://www.survivorsofsuicide.com/ (support group)* American Foundation for Suicide Prevention https://afsp.org/ (support group) * Good Therapy (a database to find a local therapist) https://www.goodtherapy.org/IG: www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcastWEB: https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co[Music: "Ye Yo" by Erykah Badu]

Jessi Howald-Edwards and Shannon Zimmerman are both competitive CrossFit athletes and coaches at Broad Ripple Fit Club (http://brfitclub.com/). Often faced with criticism about their athletic appearances, Jessi and Shannon share in this episode how they are learning to appreciate their bodies. We dive deep into the topic of body confidence, what it truly means to be fit, and the importance of positive self-talk in mentally reprogramming how we view ourselves. Follow Jessi (https://www.instagram.com/jessihowaldedwards/), Shannon (https://www.instagram.com/shannonzim/), or Broad Ripple Fit Club (https://www.instagram.com/broadripplefitclub/) on Instagram to learn more about CrossFit and their fitness journeys.IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co[Music: "Go Girl" by Syd Blane is now available for download here (https://www.aicbx.com/cutmixxx)]

Have you ever dated for the person you imagined your significant partner could become? Have you overlooked destructive patterns from the people you love or even yourself? This weekend, Brittany Davis and Shavonne have a candid conversation about dating for potential and patterns in relationships. Like a great Ladies Night In, we have a surprise visit from our friend, Manon Voice, who adds an extra dose of humor and depth to this topic.IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice is now available for download here https://soundcloud.com/newvoice-4/good-times (https://soundcloud.com/newvoice-4/good-times)]

Sometimes life happens so fast that we need to slow down and reset. On this week’s episode, Shavonne encourages us to take time to ourselves. She also offers several ways to unwind in hopes that you’re ready for your next Ladies Night!IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)

Guys, you have questions? We have answers! This weekend, sisters Jasmin and Topaz join Shavonne to answer some of the questions Fellas Wanna Know. Tune in to hear our thoughts on money, love, and if we're really checking for the imprint...IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice (https://soundcloud.com/newvoice-4/good-times), 2015]

Do you know the difference between an OB/GYN, midwife, and doula? This weekend we chat with student midwife Joi Barnett to discuss midwifery, motherhood, and breastfeeding. In this episode, she unpacks several reasons expectant mothers are conditioned to choose certain care providers and don’t readily consider breastfeeding. Most importantly, we talked about the benefits of sex during pregnancy and negotiating lovemaking while breastfeeding.A few of the resources mentioned in this episode were:* "Breast Feeding and Sex!" (https://www.indianablackbreastfeedingcoalition.com/copy-of-testimonials) by Joi Barnett (article)* "Breastfeeding Disparities in African American Women" (https://nimhd.blogs.govdelivery.com/2017/08/08/breastfeeding-disparities-in-african-american-women/) Regina Smith James, M.D. (article)* The Big Letdown: How Medicine, Big Business, and Feminism Undermine Breastfeeding by Kimberly Seals Allers (book)IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice (https://soundcloud.com/newvoice-4/good-times), 2015]

Are you excited to visit your family this holiday season? Or are you experiencing some hesitation? In this weekend's episode, we chat with poet, preacher, and founder of #ProjectCovered Rae Karim about family dynamics during the holiday season. Rae gives her recommendations for self-care as well as ways to process the loss of a loved one amongst your family. We wrap up the episode with a game of "Thanksgiving Clapbacks" to create clever responses for your family's holiday shade.Tickets to the Good Grief Day Party are available on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-good-grief-day-party-tickets-39755854832?utm-medium=discovery&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&aff=escb&utm-source=cp&utm-term=listing). If you would like to make a contribution to #ProjectCovered, you may do so through their Target gift registry (https://www.target.com/gift-registry/gift/covered).IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice (https://soundcloud.com/newvoice-4/good-times), 2015]

Welcome to the SECOND SEASON of Ladies Night Podcast hosted by Shavonne :-) In this episode, we announce our 2018 resolutions and reflect on the lessons learned from season one in our new segment "Before You Head Out." Have a question about an episode or suggestion for a show topic? Contact us at ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co!

Renita Hills is both a proud native of New York and a survivor of domestic violence. She is the founder of Voice of the Victim, Inc. (http://www.learn2loveyou.org/), a non-profit organization that works with victims and survivors of domestic violence and abusive behaviors. Through programs and public speaking, Hills empowers young women and adults to love themselves and to avoid unhealthy relationships.This weekend, we discuss self-love and how a lack of it leads us to unhealthy relationships. Hills speaks candidly about several traumatic events that occurred during an abusive relationship and keys to planning an escape from violence at home.Order your ticket to our Ladies Night Out: Dinner and Black Panther (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-night-out-dinner-black-panther-tickets-41083296245?aff=eac2) today! It takes place on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Limited Reserved Seating.IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)[Music: "Love Don't Live Here Anymore" by Rose Royce, 1978]

Shamika Anderson is a proud wife, mother, and Chair of the Indianapolis Chapter of the Miss Indiana Black Expo Scholarship Pageant. Through the scholarship pageant, Shamika hopes to instill character traits in the participants that will help them as adults. This is accomplished through mandatory pre-pageant workshops centered on inner beauty, poise, and intellect facilitated by respected women in the community.In this weekend’s episode, we discuss beauty and the way some people project their own insecurities in the “shade of beauty.” Shavonne opens up about her pageant experiences on both the collegiate and state level. Shamika shares how she has established a lasting bond with the scholarship pageant contestants.Order your ticket to our Ladies Night Out: Dinner and Black Panther (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-night-out-dinner-black-panther-tickets-41083296245?aff=eac2) today! It takes place on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Limited Reserved Seating.IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)[Opening Poem: "Phenomenal Woman" by Maya Angelou, 1978][Music: "Pretty Hurts" by Beyonce, 2014]

Candice Jackson is a mommy-to-be who has overcome great odds to live life on her own terms. After surviving a life-altering collision with a semi-truck, Candice decided to pursue a career as a make-up artist. Through her online magazine, The Limitless Look (http://www.thelimitlesslook.com/home-fulton), she publicizes the work of make-up artists around the world and has offered workshops to young women. In this episode, we discuss how she has learned to make the best choices for herself as a woman, during her pregnancy, and as an entrepreneur. Learn what products she recommends in our new game “What’s In Your ‘Beat’ Box” and advice for charting your own path.Order your ticket to our Ladies Night Out: Dinner and Black Panther (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ladies-night-out-dinner-black-panther-tickets-41083296245?aff=eac2) today! It takes place on Saturday, February 17, 2018. Limited Reserved Seating.IG: Ladies Night Podcast (http://www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast)WEB: Ladies Night Podcast (https://www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/)EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co (mailto:ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co)[Music: "Diva" by Beyonce, 2008]

Hazel Owens is a dynamic powerhouse! She is a blogger, empowerment speaker, and is currently in seminary pursuing a masters in both divinity as well as marriage and family therapy. As the founder of Perfectly Imperfect Inc., a faith-based organization, Hazel inspires and empowers women to embrace their unique imperfections and the unconditional love of a perfect God.In this episode, we discuss the importance of being content and purposeful while single. We also break down some of the woes people have about being single and dating. Tune in as Hazel touches a tender spot for Shavonne and shares how to be ready for your next relationship. Order your ticket to our Ladies Night Out: Dinner and Black Panther today! Tickets are available at https://www.shavonne.co/store/lno-black-panther.IG: www.instagram.com/ladies_night_podcast/WEB: www.shavonne.co/ladiesnightpodcast/EMAIL: ladiesnightpodcast@shavonne.co[Music: "Good Times" by Manon Voice, 2015]