The Unsanctioned Space.

This podcast is a space for us by us, for when you need intellectual conversations and when you need a close friend kind of conversation. Welcome to The Unsanctioned Space, where we celebrate, honor and discuss everything to do with the life and just have conversations. We have so much work to do, so much to celebrate, and a beautiful journey to anticipate. Tune in and be a part of the conversation. Formerly known as- The American Funeral Socials:

Standing on business || Being the new Kid at an HBCU

Hey, y'all, after months of an unwarranted break, we are finally back with fresh new episodes each week. This week, we discuss standing on business and how to keep standing when feeling weak. Also, being the new kid is the story of my life, so we also get into that. Don't forget to turn on your notifications and tune in each week on Mondays @10am Connect with us: Insta || Youtube || Tiktok = @theunsanctionedspace

09-02
22:59

Finding an Identifier in the Black American Experience as Black Immigrants

Hey yall, This is a niche episode but one that I wanted to do anyway. From immigration to the conversation on choosing to learn your native language to so many more different subtopics, join us for the amazing train ride of an episode. Also, we just started a YouTube channel, so subscribe for our visuals coming soon. Socials Youtube- TheUnsanctionedSpace IG and Tiktok- @theunsanctionedspace

01-08
22:20

A 2023 Recap| the Ins and Outs of the year and How to start your 2024 Right

Hey Y'all In this episode, we discuss the year that has passed in my personal life, and we get into the TikTok trend of the ins and outs of the new year. This 2024 is the year for everyone to get on their Zoom, so we discuss planning your year to set yourself up for success. Tune in and give us a follow for fantastic content like this all of 2024.

01-01
33:30

BIPOC & Queer

Hi everyone, Pride month is over but Pride never is. This episode goes into what it means to be a queer person of color, and how that looks like in daily life. We talk about all the anti gay bills and so much more. If you liked this episode, follow us on Spotify and out other social media to keep up with updates. ALL Socials- @theamericanfueral

07-03
30:30

The Erasure on Color

Talking about the erasure of color is all encompassing, from the theories about it from the many communities in the BIPOC space that are included in this experience, I dive into this topic and all the nuances that comes with being erased by a system of white supremacy. For all the black kids and BIPOC kids that needed something to remind them that they are alive and here and have a long line of people who existed before them whose existence was valid, beautiful and powerful. If you liked this episode, don't forget to follow us on Spotify and other platforms and our social media so that we can connect with you guys. New episodes drop every Monday @ 10 am so turn on those notifications so you don't miss out on some heat. Follow our Socials Instagram-⁠⁠instagram.com/theamericanfuneral/⁠⁠ Tiktok & Pinterest- @theamericanfuneral

06-12
30:10

A Conversation on Policing

From those killing people on the streets to those playing on kindergarten rec ball teams, today we are be talking about police. Those conversation comes with a lot of nuance and we will be discussing all the issues surrounding policing and even questioning the function of the institution. after a long break, I was inspired by a series of true stories, and this conversation was needed. If you liked this episode, don't forget to follow us on Spotify and other platforms and our social media so that we can connect with you guys. New episodes drop every Monday @ 10 am so turn on those notifications so you don't miss out on some heat. Follow our Socials Instagram-⁠instagram.com/theamericanfuneral/⁠ Tiktok & Pinterest- @theamericanfuneral

06-05
37:49

Model Minority

In this episode, we talk about what a model minority is, what it means to be a model minority and the nuances of that title. Living as a minority everyone tends to lump us into one category, however, we aren't the same, join me in this conversation and for more give us a follow on her and on ig and TikTok @theamericanfuneral, where the conversation can always continue in the comment section. 

01-09
24:16

Holiday Check In

Hey yall, It's been a while and I have truly missed this so much. On this episode join me as I update you on what's going on in pop culture, and my life, and also send some love your way this season. The holidays are tough for a lot of people for various reasons and  I go into it sharing my personal struggle as well as some insight and advice on how to navigate a difficult holiday season. Remember to stay warm and that you are always loved.

12-24
17:43

Neocolonialism

Join me in this episode as I discuss one of Africa's most significant enemies of development, Neocolonialism. I explore its definition, exclusivity clauses, what countries are involved, and more about this topic.  Don't forget to follow us on Spotify and all other social media for more content :).

10-17
28:20

The Black panther Party.

In this episode, we explore who and what the Black Panther Party was by diving deep into its 10 pillars as well as how they governed themselves. I also go into the rise and fall of this party, how the American government plays a part in the party's demise as well as the role this party played in its community and so much more. Don't forget to follow the podcast and turn on your post notifications.  :)

09-12
30:40

Being a Black woman in America

In this episode, I discuss what it truly is like being a black woman in America; the intersecting identities of being both black and a woman, and how that plays into feminism. I talk about the soft black girl life, the societal expectations placed on black women inter-community issues, and the dynamic between black men and women. Join me for this episode, follow me on Spotify, and don't forget to turn on post notifications. CashApp & Venmo- kyla.kamugu (listen to the episode to get the reference :)

07-25
26:49

Roe v Wade: An injust overturning.

In this first episode of my new season, I bring on a guest and personal friend to talk about Roe VWade and its overturning. We explore the need for autonomy when it comes to abortions, what it means for the future of women, the healthcare system, and many more nuances. TW: Mentions of Rape and Sexual Assult.

07-04
49:10

An icon: Wangari Maathai

In this episode of the black history month series, I'm highlighting Wangari Maathai. An environmentalist and the first woman to receive a noble peace prize and pave the way for other African women to do so, join me as I talk about her life and the impact it has had on people, including myself. 

02-21
15:30

Yin and Yang: Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr.

Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr are portrayed as two opposite sides of the activism spectrum but that is nothing but propaganda. These two men wanted black freedom and they went about it in different ways. Join me in today's episode as we dissect these two men and discover both their similarities and differences. Don't forget to follow and turn on post notifications for updates. 

02-14
20:33

Nice Northern Racism

What are the distinctions between the racism we experience in the North and the South?  Join me as we talk about how the small subtleties in racism and how even those microaggressions make and reinforce the white supremacy that is prevalent in American society. Follow us and turn on post notifications for more. 

02-07
18:01

Social Media vs. Performative Activism

Social media has been at the forefront of all the activism we have been doing this year and with cancel culture, figuring it out if people are being genuine or not is very hard. Join me on this episode as I give you the differences between performative and genuine activism and how to tell the difference.  Don't forget to follow and give us 5 starts for more episodes like this. 

01-17
28:41

The UMass Amherst Interview

In this episode, we get into full detail on what exactly is happening in the UMass Amherst Campus. Recently, a victim of sexual assault came forward and the university has not been recorded to be taking any action against the accused Fraternity; Phi Theta Chi. Moreover, there was an email leaked to social media containing hate speech toward the African American community where many derogatory terms and references were used. This episode goes into all this detail as well as the student's perspective on the university. 

10-27
33:18

White Fragility

Whether talking about the concept literally or metaphorically, take a listen as I dive into this concept on the sensitivity white people have toward race. 

09-27
29:49

Stop Asian Hate

Listen to me and my good friend Dari go in to the topic of model minorities, the Stop Asian Hate movement as well as other pop culture topics!

07-29
22:07

Black. Lives. Matter

Happy Melanin March! Here we talk about everything Black Lives matter including some common rebuttals used, join me and be a part of the conversation.

03-31
35:31

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