S22E9: Journeying ACross Generations with Tiffany Cross
Digest
Tiffany Cross, a political commentator and podcast host, joins Cultivating Her Space to discuss her journey to womanhood. She shares her origin story, highlighting the challenges she faced as a black woman in predominantly white spaces, and how she persevered to create her own path. Cross emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and finding your voice. She also stresses the value of building a strong support system of other black women, sharing information and resources to help each other succeed. Cross discusses her podcast, "A Cross Generations," which provides a platform for candid conversations about the journey home to oneself. She shares her own experiences with this journey, emphasizing the importance of confronting difficult emotions and healing from past wounds. Cross also offers advice to young black women navigating corporate America, encouraging them to be the best at what they do and to build their careers brick by brick. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and provides guidance on how to cultivate meaningful mentor relationships. The episode concludes with a lighthearted "OU Blatchet" segment, where Cross answers questions about her personal life and shares her thoughts on the future of her podcast.
Outlines
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Introduction
This Chapter introduces Tiffany Cross, a political commentator and podcast host, as the guest on this episode of Cultivating Her Space. The hosts, Dr. Dominique Brusar and Terry Lomax, welcome Cross and share their excitement for the conversation.
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Quote of the Day
This Chapter features a quote from Tiffany Cross: "The journey to womanhood is precious and the beauty of the bruises shapes us and our choices make us." The hosts discuss the quote's significance and how it relates to Cross's podcast, "A Cross Generations."
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Tiffany Cross's Origin Story
This Chapter delves into Tiffany Cross's personal journey, exploring her upbringing, her experiences in predominantly white spaces, and her determination to pursue her dreams despite facing obstacles. Cross shares her experiences in newsrooms, where her voice was often dismissed, and how she ultimately found her own platform.
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Balancing Multiple Projects
This Chapter explores Tiffany Cross's approach to balancing multiple projects, including her podcast, "A Cross Generations," and her work with Angela Rye and Andrew Gillum on Native Lampod. Cross emphasizes the importance of working smart, setting boundaries, and prioritizing her mission in life.
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Advice for Young Black Women
This Chapter offers advice to young black women navigating predominantly white spaces, particularly in corporate America. Cross emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and presenting the best version of oneself. She also discusses the importance of mentorship and provides guidance on how to cultivate meaningful mentor relationships.
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OU Blatchet Segment
This Chapter features a lighthearted "OU Blatchet" segment, where Tiffany Cross answers questions about her personal life, including her biggest pet peeve, the best piece of advice she's received, and her most embarrassing moment to get a crush's attention.
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The Journey Back to Self
This Chapter delves into the concept of the journey back to self, exploring Tiffany Cross's personal experiences and insights. Cross emphasizes the importance of confronting difficult emotions, healing from past wounds, and finding a sense of peace and wholeness.
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The Future of "A Cross Generations"
This Chapter focuses on Tiffany Cross's vision for the future of her podcast, "A Cross Generations." Cross discusses her goals for growth, her commitment to creating classic conversations, and her desire to reach a wider audience.
Keywords
Tiffany Cross
Tiffany D. Cross is an American political commentator, author, and podcast host. She is known for her work on MSNBC, where she hosted the show "The Cross Connection." Cross is also the author of several books, including "Say It Louder," "Black Voters, White Narratives," and "Saving Our Democracy." She is a prominent voice in the Black community, advocating for social justice and equality.
Cultivating Her Space
Cultivating Her Space is a podcast dedicated to uplifting black women. Hosted by Dr. Dominique Brusar and Terry Lomax, the podcast features conversations on a wide range of topics, including self-empowerment, mental health, and social justice. Cultivating Her Space aims to create a safe space for black women to connect, share their experiences, and support each other.
A Cross Generations
A Cross Generations is a podcast hosted by Tiffany Cross, featuring candid conversations with black women from different stages of life. The podcast explores themes of womanhood, identity, and the journey home to oneself. A Cross Generations aims to provide a platform for authentic and vulnerable conversations, fostering connection and understanding between black women.
Journey to Womanhood
The journey to womanhood is a complex and multifaceted process that involves navigating personal growth, societal expectations, and the challenges of being a black woman in a world that often misrepresents and misunderstands them. It is a journey of self-discovery, healing, and empowerment.
Black Women's Empowerment
Black women's empowerment is a movement that seeks to uplift, support, and celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of black women. It involves addressing systemic inequalities, promoting self-love and acceptance, and creating spaces for black women to thrive.
Mentorship
Mentorship is a relationship where a more experienced person provides guidance and support to a less experienced person. Mentorship can be invaluable for personal and professional growth, particularly for young black women navigating challenging environments.
Authenticity
Authenticity is the quality of being true to oneself, expressing one's genuine thoughts, feelings, and values. It is essential for personal fulfillment and for creating meaningful connections with others.
Support System
A support system is a network of people who provide emotional, practical, and social support. A strong support system is crucial for navigating life's challenges and for achieving personal and professional goals.
Healing Journey
The healing journey is a process of confronting past wounds, processing difficult emotions, and working towards emotional well-being. It is a lifelong journey that involves self-reflection, self-compassion, and seeking support when needed.
Q&A
What are some key takeaways from Tiffany Cross's origin story?
Tiffany Cross's origin story highlights the challenges she faced as a black woman in predominantly white spaces, particularly in newsrooms where her voice was often dismissed. She emphasizes the importance of perseverance, finding your own platform, and not letting others define your worth.
What advice does Tiffany Cross offer to young black women navigating corporate America?
Tiffany Cross advises young black women to be the best at what they do, learn from their colleagues, and present the best version of themselves. She emphasizes the importance of hard work, dedication, and building a strong foundation before seeking to disrupt the system.
What is Tiffany Cross's perspective on the journey back to self?
Tiffany Cross believes the journey back to self is a process of confronting difficult emotions, healing from past wounds, and finding a sense of peace and wholeness. She emphasizes the importance of sitting with one's feelings, grieving past experiences, and seeking support from others.
What are some key components of Tiffany Cross's vision for "A Cross Generations"?
Tiffany Cross envisions "A Cross Generations" as a platform for classic conversations that foster connection and understanding between black women. She aims to create content that is timeless, meaningful, and reflective of the shared experiences of black women.
What advice does Tiffany Cross offer to aspiring podcast hosts?
Tiffany Cross encourages aspiring podcast hosts to be consistent, to know that their message will reach the right people, and to focus on creating content that is authentic and meaningful.
What is the significance of Tiffany Cross's quote, "The journey to womanhood is precious and the beauty of the bruises shapes us and our choices make us?"
This quote highlights the transformative power of the journey to womanhood, acknowledging the challenges and hardships that shape us and the choices we make. It emphasizes the importance of embracing our experiences, both positive and negative, as part of our growth and evolution.
How does Tiffany Cross emphasize the importance of a strong support system for black women?
Tiffany Cross highlights the importance of building a strong support system of other black women, sharing information, resources, and encouragement to help each other succeed. She emphasizes the power of collective support and the importance of lifting each other up.
What is Tiffany Cross's approach to balancing multiple projects and maintaining a healthy work-life balance?
Tiffany Cross emphasizes the importance of working smart, setting boundaries, and prioritizing her mission in life. She believes that when you are aligned with your purpose, work becomes less exhausting and more fulfilling.
What is the significance of the "OU Blatchet" segment in the episode?
The "OU Blatchet" segment provides a lighthearted and relatable moment, showcasing the multifaceted nature of black women and celebrating their ability to embrace both their elegance and their ratchetness. It adds a touch of humor and authenticity to the conversation.
Show Notes
Cross uses her storytelling skills and keen insight to offer gems for women to hold onto as they navigate their journeys. In this episode, though, Cross gives game on how women need to show up and move to make meaningful and impactful connections that can take them far in life. It doesn’t matter where you perceive yourself in your life, we could all use some straight talk from a straight shooter sometimes.
So, girlfriend, tune in and find out some of the major keys Tiffany shares to tighten up your professional image and go out there and do the damn thing! You got this!
Quote of the Day:
"The journey to womanhood is precious and the beauty of the bruises shapes us and our choices make us."
– Tiffany D. Cross
Where to find Tiffany D. Cross:
Website: Tiffany D. Cross
Podcast: ACross Generations with Tiffany Cross
Instagram: @tiffanydcross
Twitter: @Tiffanydcross
Facebook: Tiffany D. Cross
LinkedIn: Tiffany D. Cross
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