Lipstick, Libations + Liberation | The Podcast

pMichelle and Stephanie explore the themes of self-love, priorities for the new year, and the importance of carefully curating connections. They also delve into the significance of love and luxury, as well as the lessons learned in 2025. The conversation covers the themes of loss, grief, connection, and the decision to leave group chats. These ladies also delve into the importance of authentic connection, letting go, and embracing love as a guiding principle in life.

Takeaways

Self-love is essential for healthy relationships.Prioritizing connections, learning new skills, and embracing luxury are key themes for the...

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The podcast episode begins with a reflection on life, love, and the passage of time, paying homage to Zora Neale Hurston. pMichelle discusses her absence, the challenges of motherhood, and the impact of the pandemic on her life. She and Stephanie also share their views on gift-giving, teacher appreciation, and work holiday parties. pMichelle and Stephanie share their thoughts on authenticity, work relationships, and dating in their 40s. They reflect on the journey of self-discovery and the challenges of finding genuine connections in the workplace and their personal lives.

Takeaways

Unapologetic self-expression and reflection...

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Hey!!! It's pMichelle...and I'm back with a new season...

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In this episode, P. Michelle sits down with her mom, Patty, and Aunt Laura to discuss their journey as educators in segregated Mississippi schools as well as their experiences post segregation. They share what their childhood school experiences were like, college during the Civil Rights Movement and the hidden truth, (like the murder of Medgar Evers), as well as the Great Migration. Two sisters on a journey to create the best educational experiences possible for children like them. They are living history, and we honor them and express our gratitude for their sacrifices along the way.

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In this episode P Michelle chats with Dr. Shanta Whitaker and Tanya Bridges, Esquire about the major challenges of leading and excelling as a black woman in the constant face of adversity. We discuss how to establish yourself and maintain credibility, how to secure mentors and sponsors in your field, overcoming blatant racism and micro-aggressive behaviors, code-switching effectively, and just being all around magical!! Don't be fooled, by Ivy League credentials they earned later,  both these women pay homage to their HBCU undergrad institutions as well. Get out your notepad and listen closely on how to exude magic, no m...

Duration: 00:49:46

In this episode, P Michelle sits down with her mom friends Rabiah & Stephanie to talk all things motherhood!! We discuss the major joys and challenges of our lives as moms including; finding your "mom" voice, maintaining your own identity, some of the challenges of parenting and how we overcome them, especially co-parenting...and we close out with "I wish my mom told me..." things that new moms definitely don't want to miss! Get your notebook, earbuds, and lock in for the next few as we share tons of tips, tools, and mommy magic ✨

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In this episode, P Michelle sits down with her good friends L. Sherie Dean & Nurse Brooke to share tips for how to balance it ALL. We talk about maintaining a work/life balance while being a Young, Gifted, & Black Female. We explore love life & dating when the world is telling you to be          I N D E P E N D E N T, as Webbie said back in '08. We also share tons of tips and tools for those of you considering being an "entrepreneur" versus punching a clock forever. Get your journals out and take notes! These ladies have ton...

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In this episode, P. Michelle sits downs with girlfriends Brandi, Leigh, and Joelle to discuss their transition from college to the world of work...or at least for some of us, right Leigh ;) . We talk about balancing our new workload and adjusting to male dominated workplaces, love life & dating, figuring out your path and so many other shenanigans in those first few years of "Living Single". We also share some strategies to survive the failures, and take note of the lessons. Enjoy!!

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It's a different world, from where you come from...the college years & you think you're grown. Yes, we "know our parents love us; stand  behind us, come what may"...if you can dish it, we can take it. This is the theme music to our entire college experience! In this episode P Michelle sits down again with Tekenya, Monique, Tish, Machie, Summer & CT. In part 1, the ladies explored what freshmen year and new found independence felt like. In part 2, the ladies will discuss internships, having black female mentors, OR NOT, and what closing out the college years and entering t...

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