Sisonke Podcast

In this week's episode we wrap the story about what postpartum has been like for Ali & I this time around. Tube in to find out if it has been stormy or breezy!#ChildbirthInCanada #PostpartumInCanada #BabyNumber2 #PandemicPregnancy #BlackLove #DoingTheWork #SisonkeFam #SisonkeNation #SisonkePodcast#BlackFamilies #CanadianChildbirthConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this week's episode we talk about the childbirth of our youngest baby. It was a whirlwind with many unexpected twists and turns. In a new province, during a pandemic! Tune in to find out if Ali was able to have the type of delivery she was hoping for!#BabyNumber2 #PandemicPregnancy #BlackLove #DoingTheWork #SisonkeFam#SisonkeNation #SisonkePodcast#BlackFamilies #CanadianChildbirthConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this week's episode we share the story of Ali's experience being pregnant during the panoramic. This pregnancy was very different from her first pregnancy and it was stressful in many unexpected ways. J also shares how he felt during this journey from his perspective. The people who helped Ali a lot with invaluable insight that we mentioned are @wombnwell @advocacydoula @motherofscarletts #BabyNumber2 #PandemicPregnancy #BlackLove #DoingTheWork #SisonkeFam#SisonkeNation #SisonkePodcas...

In this week's episode we chat about our different personality types and how we see things differently from each other. We are on a journey of learning who we are as individuals and how we relate to each other as a couple. Do you know which personality type you are? To find out, you can take the test here and go through your personality profile. Tell us which one you are and how you see things. https://www.16personalities.com/personality-types#ISTJ #ISFJ #BlackLove #DoingTheWork#SisonkeFam#Si...

In this episode we are taking you on a trip to the Caribbean. You don't want to miss all the fun and adventure that we have on this journey. Pack your bags, turn off your phones and let's go!#Vacation#SisonkeFam#SisonkeNation#SisonkePodcastConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we talk about what we think about different scenarios that have been trending lately (sending no show wedding guests an invoice...?) Are they truth or cap? Let us know what you think in the comments! Send us some scenarios you would like for us to discuss on a future episode.#SisonkeFam#SisonkeNation#SisonkePodcastConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, J and I chat about the burden women have when it comes to gender based violence. From a young age, girls are taught that if men or boys are looking at them sexually, it's because of something "wrong" that they are doing. Why is this a women's problem when clearly it is a "men not taking no for an answer" problem?Be sure to check out for @tehanosgrill for the best meat pies that we've ever had in Toronto to date!#TEHANOS#GenderBasedViolence #NoMeansNo #ISaidWhatISaid#SisonkeFa...

In this week's episode we talk about people who manipulate and gaslight others in real life situations. Why do we struggle to take accountability for our actions that harm others and apologize? Listen to our little chat on this spicy topic! #DontGaslightMe#SisonkeFam#SisonkeNation#SisonkePodcastConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we talk about the importance of supporting black businesses in the context of ongoing discrimination and exclusion faced by Black people in Canada. Do you feel like you have been treated differently because of your race? #BlackLivesMatter#SisonkeFam#SisonkeNation#SisonkePodcastConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this week's episode we run through some scenarios that we may or may not have been through ;)... Friend of a friend type situations.... To see if they were petty or nah?Are you petty or nah? let us know in the comments!#SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

Work, life balance.... is it possible? Join us in this episode where we share our thoughts on this. How do you think we are doing? Tune in to find out!#SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we talk about the new trend of grand proposals for asking someone to be your girlfriend/boyfriend. Have you done a big girlfriend/boyfriend proposal or have you received one? let us know! #relationships#SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this bone chilling episode, we share ghost and possession stories! You do not wan to miss it but be warned, you might need to sleep with the light on later! can you sense evil spirits around you? Have you ever experienced "sleep paralysis"? Tell us about it in the comments! #SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

Better late than never! Here's a bonus episode on pet peeves! Tell us what some of yours are. Do you or someone you know do any of the ones we talk about in this episode?#SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

We are back after a family emergency involving our toddler who was hospitalized for a few days. We missed las week but we are back with another "What would you do?" segment. Tune into this episode for a couple of crazy scenarios and a heart to heart on unattainable expectations. #SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we, we talk about all things Fatherhood with our resident expert, J. Father of four ranging from newborn to a teenager, he has learned a lot along the way! You don't want to miss it!#BlackFatherhood#SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we launched a new series called "What would you do?". We talk through different scenarios that people might find themselves in and share what we would do in those same scenarios. This episode has already allowed us to learn new sides to each other!! Aint no ride or die's here apparently!!!! listen in to find out! #SisonkePodcast#SisonkeNation#SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode we talk about how the media/social media has shaped us over the years; from childhood to now. We also talk about how it's changed drastically in such a short time!#EndTheStigmaOnMentalHealth #SisonkePodcast #SisonkeNation #SisonkeFamConnect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com

To close out Mental Health Awareness month we are doing a mental health check in! It's been a crazy year, and an even crazier month of May for us. Some of what we touch on includes what coping mechanisms we are using to stay afloat, what boundaries we've set and what's bringing us joy! How are you coping with the continued isolation and the crazy year it's been? Tell us in the comments!#EndTheStigmaOnMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthCheckIn #SisonkePod...

We're back! Listen to this week's episode to find out the surprise!Connect with us on Instagram & twitter @sisonkepodcast or email us at sisonkepodcast@gmail.com