Introvert N the City

On a special bonus episode of the Introvert N the City podcast, we dissect the current planetary transits with Intuitive Astrologer, Transformational Life Coach, and Energy Healer Lumi Pelinku. Lumi gives a general overview of how the transits will affect us, dispels the Mercury Retrograde hoopla, how to manage eclipse season, and so much more! You can follow Lumi via her Instagram page, @LumiPelinku. Listen to her podcast, Align You Stars podcast. Visit her website, www.LumiPelinku.com. Check out her upcoming Cosmic (Re)Alignment course. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

Aries season marks the beginning of the astrological new year. Aries carry a bold, assertive, and outspoken energy, so you may feel extra confident, a little mouthy, and flashy. Aries are the fearless go-getters of the zodiac sign, so it's time to GET UP and GO GET what you need to make things happen for yourself. This is the perfect time to plant the seeds for long-term goals and watch them blossom with the Spring energy. The Sun, Moon, Mercury, and Jupiter will be in Aries, which calls for you (the sun) to boldly (Aries) feel (the Moon) and communicate (Mercury) your hearts' desires so you can watch them succeed (Jupiter). The ball is in your court, the planets are aligned to support you, and the Moon is ready to usher in your blessings. Tap In! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

We've come to the last New Moon of the astrological year, the New Moon in Pisces. Pisces is a water sign, which means this moon is heightened with extra emotions. You might feel things a little deeper than you normally would, so grab your tissues, get your dope ass playlist together, and get ready to release. Pisces is a 12th house sign, which speaks to solitude, the subconscious, intuition, and the fantasy world. Lucid dreams will bring messages, and using your imagination might help you with that creative project you've been toying with. This energy calls for you to tie up loose ends in time for Aries season, the mark of the astrological new year. Tap in! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

Welcome to the first New Moon of 2023. This moon brings fresh energy, especially since it starts as the most recent retrogrades in Mars and Mercury come to an end. As life picks up, you'll want to think outside the box like your fellow Aquarians. In this episode, Janine and I dive into some themes you might experience during the New Moon. We'll also discuss a few helpful affirmations and journal prompts. TAP IN! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

We've made it to the last New Moon of 2022! We're ending the year with both Mars and Mercury in retrograde. The energy calls for a slowdown in activity and a speed up in reflection. What do you want to create in 2023? Although it's not the time to take actionable steps toward those goals, the Capricorn New Moon encourages you to tap into your ambitious side. New moon = seed planting.  Janine blesses us with powerful affirmations and a few card pulls that connect to the Capricorn energy. Tap in! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

We have a new moon in the optimistic sign of Sagittarius. Although the sign is known for its brutal honesty and cutting tongue, they're also riddled with positivity thanks to its planetary ruler Jupiter. Tap in for insight on how to use this new moon energy for your benefit. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

We have a new moon in the sexy, mysterious sign of Scorpio, partnered with a partial solar eclipse. This time period invites you to look inward, address your shadow, and expect the unexpected. Buckle up because it's going to be a bumpy but insightful ride. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

We have a new moon in the balanced, harmonious, charming, and beautiful sign of Libra. This month, we're setting intentions around attracting and maintaining healthy, prosperous romantic, platonic, and business relationships for this new moon. We're also discussing the importance of maintaining firm boundaries, as Libras are prone to people pleasing. Time to cater to the most important relationship you'll ever have - the one with yourself. Tap in! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

Hope you're ready to let go of perfectionism and live in the moment because this New Moon in Virgo will teach you all about just "being." Get ready to pour into yourself with lots of self-care and an overwhelming desire to let it all hang out - the good, the bad, and the imperfect. We also have retrograde approaching, but I promise you, it won't be as bad as you think! This is a time to reexamine the holes in your routine (Virgo) and relationships (Libra). YOU GOT THIS! Tap in! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram! 

The New Moon in Leo is upon us, which means it's time to step into the spotlight and have some fun. Leo's are known for their confidence, big ego, and love for all things joyful. This energy is about channeling your inner child and doing what makes you happy. Tap in to learn more about this sunny energy, and what it means for the upcoming New Moon. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

This new moon we are overwhelmed with the energy of the matriarch of the zodiac, Cancer. Get ready to get a better understanding of your emotions, and possibly tap into your maternal energy. For this episode, Janine and I discuss a few themes for this new moon, strategies to manifesting your goals, rituals that'll align you with the moon's energy, and the various transits occurring during this time. Tap in! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

Happy New Moon in the inquisitive and communicative sign of Gemini. This new moon, we dive into managing the New Moon in Gemini while Mercury (Gemini's ruler) is in retrograde. Take that, and add some interesting Aries transits and you have a recipe for an eventful couple of weeks. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

We're entering powerful cosmic energy with the New Moon and Eclipse season right around the corner. This episode, we discuss the upcoming Solar Eclipse, and how it will affect your life over the next couple of weeks. During this time you want to sit back and relax while the Universe clears out the clutter in your life. The eclipse season is about new beginnings. Expect the unexpected, lean into the changes that are occurring, and don't grip any person, place or thing too tightly. Will things get chaotic? Possibly, depending on the current themes going on in your life. Either way, the goal is to lean in instead of resisting.  Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

Welcome to Aries season! Aries kick off the astrological new year. The bold, dominant fiery energy is known to be fearless and extremely ambitious. With this energy, you can attract what you want with the confidence of an Aries. This episode, we do a brief recap of why we use the New Moon to manifest, and we reinforce the mission of this podcast, which is to use tools like astrology, moon energy, tarot and affirmations to not only attract our heart's desires, but to become better versions of ourselves. This New Moon we want to focus on breaking free from bad habits. The Aries New Moon is in conjunct with Chiron, which is known as the wounded healer. How can we tap into that energy to heal our inner child? Tap in to find out! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

We've made it to the final New Moon of this astrological year. The New Moon is in Pisces, which means it's time to let your imagination run wild. Pisces energy is all about going within and listening to your inner being. What do you need to let go of and heal from before you enter the new astrological year? How can you fuse the creative energy and imagination of a Pisces to manifest exactly what you want? How can you clear those rose colored glasses to see exactly what's in front of you? You'll want to tap into this episode to learn more!

It's the first New Moon of the New Year! Literally no better time to welcome in all the greatness 2022 has to offer. This episode, Janine and I dive into the new moon in Capricorn and how to use its energy to create a road map to manifesting all your dreams in 2022. We also share what you can expect with Venus currently in retrograde, Mercury about to go into retrograde, and the Jupiter Pisces transit. Lots of magical shit going down this episode. You won't want to miss it! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

This episode, I chat it up with award-winning screen-writer, author and filmmaker B. Danielle Watkins on her latest project, "The Higher Spirit." This film, which is out just in time for the holidays, dissects the many layers of the LGBTQ+. community. Whether you're transitioning and coming out to your family, or involved in an abusive relationship, B. Michelle will peel back the many layers of emotions that people in our community face, including the judgements we share against each other. Watch the film HERE. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @blacbutterflii on Instagram!

This episode, I sit down with Spiritualist, Tarot Card Reader and Energy Healer, Stacey, to discuss the duality of masculine and feminine energy. We are currently living in a world that projects toxic masculinity and that's because there is a clear imbalance of feminine energy. During this conversation, we redefine masculine and feminine energies as dualities that live inside of us and make us who we are. No, buying your son a cooking set doesn't make him feminine. We've assigned masculine and feminine traits to life skills, emotions and feelings that all humans - man, woman and non-binary - carry. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @alkemygoddess on Instagram!

This week, we're diving into the New Moon in Sagittarius. This New Moon is very special because it will also be a Solar Eclipse. Eclipse energy is all about entering new cycles. Get ready to manifest your goals at such a rapid speed, your head will spin! Sagittarius is all about that 9th house energy which explores fate, beliefs, and spirituality. The theme of new beginnings is also enormous during this time. Get ready to maybe challenge your beliefs or possibly let go of thought processes that no longer serve you, to make room for new thoughts and possibilities. The next few days will teach you to expect the unexpected. Take a listen to learn what you can expect during this time, new rituals to try, and so much more! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

It's transformation season! This new moon in Scorpio is a powerful one, because it's also a Super Moon. No surprise there since Scorpios are superb people. This New Moon energy focuses on how we can shift internally so that we can make room for all the greatness that awaits us. Scorpio is represented by the 8th house, which focuses on death. Out of all the houses, the 8th house is the only one that doesn't highlight people. This means we should take a closer look at ourselves to evaluate what patterns or behaviors need to "die" so that we can work towards healing ourselves. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

This episode, I sit down with award-winning sexologist Cindy Lee Alves and dissect the heavy stigmas attached to the LGBTQ+ community. Why is there such heavy judgement on people who identify as bisexual? Is it taboo for a straight man to like anal play? Why do we feel the need to attach a gender to everything? We take a deep dive into the stigmas that divide us as a community. You want want to miss this! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @CindyLeeAlves on Instagram! 

On this week's episode, I sit down with Katrina Jeffries as we discuss our fertility journeys as lesbians. Katrina gives an in-depth description of her journey, and how it lead her to become a doula. Katrina has 2 children who are 10 years apart. I open up about my fertility journey and my new outlook on motherhood. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @katrinaforeverr_ on Instagram!

This episode Janine and I dive into the love, balance and justice of the zodiac signs, lovely Libras! It’s time to re-access our relationships with friends, lovers, and self and this New Moon energy in Libra is here to help you (re)evaluate energies that are no longer serving you. Tune in for some affirmations, rituals, and reoccurring themes for this new moon in Libra. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

On this episode of the Introvert N the City podcast, I sit down with Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Researcher, Assistant Professor and published author, Dr. Shallimar Jones. We dissect a huge part of her work, which counseling trans kids, as well as educating and counseling the parents of trans kids. Dr. Shallimar answers the tough questions about transgender children that most people don't want to discuss like: What's the youngest someone has identified as transgender?; Are there cases where people transition and then change their mind? She also provides strategies to how parents can support their kids through their transition. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @drsjconsulting on Instagram!

This episode, we chat it up with Millah, a Dom who's speciality is extracting those coins from her subs. Tune in to learn more about financial domination with a side of humiliation!

Today, we’re back with another episode of the Introvert N the City Podcast. I’ll be choppin it up with my Energy Expert, Janine O., on the best ways to set intentions for the New Moon in Virgo. Virgos are known for their organizational skills, cleanliness, as well as their devotion to the grind. This New Moon, we're using the energy to expand on new goals, welcome new opportunities, and manifest some coins. Might be time to clean out the clutter so you can welcome something fresh and new into your life. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

I've always considered myself knowledgable when it comes to sex. It wasn't until a recent trip to California that I learned just how diverse sex and intimacy can be. One day while sitting by the pool with friends, my homie Boone asked if I was into kink. "Kink? What's that?" I asked. "Anything that's not missionary," she responded. I was intrigued. During that conversation I learned that kink is an umbrella term that includes just about every sexual act under the sun. Spitting, handcuffs, doms, submissive, role playing, spanking - you name it, it's included. I also learned more about fetishes. Everything that I thought I knew went right out the window during that conversation. I decided to bring that conversation over to the INTC Podcast. I sat down with Jenell and Boone, sex-positive educators in the kink world. Grab your pen, notepad, and maybe even your vibrator for this quick tutorial on all things KINKY! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @AudCulture on Instagram! Follow @Experience.Covet on Instagram! Follow @OurLegacyRecord on Instagram!

If there is one thing I'm passionate about, it's ensuring that women feel protected at all times. Last season, I spoke to two young ladies from South Africa who discussed their fears of living in the rape capital of the world. On this episode, I chop it up with Halima Gellman, a humanitarian and human rights activists that is doing the actual work to bring safety to women across the globe. From educating big wigs in corporate America on the details of basic human rights and rape culture, to developing policies that keep us all safe, we're grateful for the work that Halima does. You can follow Halima's Instagram page here. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram!

After a hiatus, we're back with season 2 of the Introvert N the City podcast! For my premiere episode, I'm chopping it up with my Spiritual Advisor, friend, and New Moon cohost Janine Owens. We're going to give you a brief update on life post season 1, and then we're going dive right on into how to manage this New Moon in Leo energy. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

Get to know the woman behind the twerk that left us mesmerized throughout most of the last decade. On this bonus episode of the Introvert N the City podcast, I sit down with Elle, better known as  TT Lady Luscious, and we dive into all the tea. Join us as we talk motherhood, recovering from a nasty and public divorce, new business ventures, and soooo much more. You can support Elle's OnlyFans page here, follow her on Instagram here, and purchase her book on Amazon.

It's Scorpio season, baby! You know what else it is? The last episode of the Introvert N the City Podcast. I wanted to end my first season with my Angel number and my Sun Sign. As of today, I've had 17 episodes :).  My podcast also launched on July 17th. I'm so happy that this was able to come full circle. Season 2 loading sometime next year! This episode, we get into all things SCORPIOS! The New Moon is in Scorpio and we're diving into the best ways to channel that dark energy through shadow work. We'll give you an in-depth definition of shadow work, and give you strategies to executing it for yourself. No BS, this is possibly my one of my favorite episodes. Lots of gems on how to confront your shadow and create a life balance for yourself. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

Who's ready to do some manifesting? This episode, Janine details all the ways to manifest everything your big heart desires. She's hitting us with tools, resources, and goodies everyone can use to invest in their financial health. Please keep in mind that manifesting is used for everything, not just finances. If you want to manifest a new job, a lifestyle of abundance, a new love, or more tangible items like a house or car, you can still use these strategies. Janine will also introduce her abundance box! The abundance box is filled with goodies and tools that'll help you bring your desires into reality. You can learn more about the box and make a purchase here. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

On this week's episode of the Introvert N the City Podcast I explore what it really means to step into your purpose. I sit down with the Professional Homegirl, Eboné Almon, to discuss the risk and reward of taking the plunge to live out your life's dream. This episode isn't solely for entrepreneurs, it's for anyone who has a dream, but they're too scared to pursue it. Maybe you want to go back to school, maybe you want to quit your job, whatever it is, your life is waiting for you on the other side of fear. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @TheProfessionalHomegirl / @thephgpodcast / @ebonebeauty

I usually don't do this, but after interviewing Diann Valentine for HelloBeautiful, I slid in her DMs to see if I can air the audio from that interview on my podcast. If you are a Black woman who owns their own business or aspires to be a business owner, then the gems dropped during this interview are for you to hear.  I hung up from that call completely inspired and it was so vital that I share the wealth of knowledge. Thank you, Diann for your time and your wisdom! Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @DiannValentine on Instagram!

Are you ready for the New Moon in Libra? This episode, Janine and I discuss strategies to cultivating new, loving, fruitful relationship (business, friendships, or personal) with the Libra New Moon energy. We'll hit you off with a few rituals, some crystals to help you manifest great relationships, and a few affirmations.  Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

This episode, my good friend Samjah Iman flips the script and interviews me! Introvert N the City listeners submitted questions they wanted to know about me and I answered 6 of them. Tune in as I talk about love, being blacklisted, and my toxic traits. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @Samjahiman on Instagram!

Spirituality is complex. There's no one journey to finding your truth. Your job is to adapt what works for you. On this episode, I sit down with Stacey (the Alchemy Goddess) to explore the levels of spirituality. The conversation gets deep as we discuss the truth behind shadow work, religion’s relationship to spirituality, and how to be authentic in your spiritual journey. Since we are in Libra season, Stacey will gift the Libra listeners with a forecast for the month of October. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @alkemygoddess on Instagram!

Entrepreneurial life is no joke. Although it's filled with ups, downs, and standstills, I wouldn't trade any of what I do for a full-time desk job. This episode, Samjah, Talibah, and I discuss the trials and tribulations of becoming a Black business owner. We look at all perspectives. What does support look like to you? What do you do when you want to quit? Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @AlwayzPretti / @alwayzPrettiHairCare / @decorhomage on Instagram! Follow @SamjahIman on Instagram!

Virgos put the 'B' in Boss. They carry an energy that boarders on perfectionism. Because of this, their work ethic is impeccable and their attention to detail is uncanny (Beyonce). Simply put, if you want to boss up like anyone, it should be a Virgo. This episode, we're going to help your inner boss shine bright. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

September is National Recovery Month. Addiction is one of the leading diseases that contribute to the death of thousands of people. According to Addiction Center: Almost 21 million Americans have at least one addiction, yet only 10% of them receive treatment. Drug overdose deaths have more than tripled since 1990. From 1999 to 2017, more than 700,000 Americans died from overdosing on a drug. Alcohol and drug addiction cost the U.S. economy over $600 billion every year. In 2017, 34.2 million Americans committed DUI, 21.4 million under the influence of alcohol and 12.8 million under the influence of drugs. About 20% of Americans who have depression or an anxiety disorder also have a substance use disorder. More than 90% of people who have an addiction started to drink alcohol or use drugs before they were 18 years old. Americans between the ages of 18 and 25 are most likely to use addictive drugs This episode, we sit down with Sabrina Stewart as she details her journey to recovery. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @brijustdoinme on Instagram!

The world may be fighting a global pandemic, but Black people are battling systemic racism. That's a beast like none other. Racism in America will not end until we get a handle on #SystemicRacism. This episode, I sit down with Dr. Mawusi Arnett to break down how systemic racism is keeping us back, the need for unity in the Black community, and how health plays a part in our progression.

Where do I start? Dating in 2020 is... different. This episode, my homegirls and I dissect dating, social media, and breakups to make-ups.  Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @AlwayzPretti / @alwayzPrettiHairCare / @decorhomage on Instagram! Follow @SamjahIman on Instagram!

This episode, we discuss the best ways to set intentions for the New Moon in Leo. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!

This episode, I sit down with Hlulani Baloyi and Hlumelo Marepula from South Africa  to discuss the femicide and how it affects their everyday life. Femicide or feminicide is a sex-based hate crime term, broadly defined as "the intentional killing of females (women or girls) because they are females", though definitions vary depending on its cultural context. Every single day, a woman is reported murdered or raped in South Africa. The statistics show that an average of 114 rapes per day were reported to the police from 2017-2019. Visit http://IntrovertNtheCity.com for more information. ⠀

Can you believe hair discrimination is still a thing in 2020? On this week's episode, we're chatting it up with Political and Impact Stategist Adjoa B. Asamoah. She will dive into her work with the CROWN Act, (Create a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair), a law that prohibits discrimination based on hairstyle and hair texture.  Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @AdjoaBAsamoah on Instagram!

On this week's episode of the Introvert N the City Podcast, we're sitting down with writer and podcast host dCarrie to discuss the importance of eliminating the stigma attached to herpes. In an extremely brave conversation, dCarrie discusses how she contracted the STD, how it's impacted her life, and how dating has changed for her. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @TravelNShit on Instagram!

Welcome to the first episode of the Introvert N the City podcast! This episode we’re chopping it up with Energy Healer, Janine Owens. Tonight we’ll get into the new moon and how to set your intentions. Follow @IntrovertNtheCity on Instagram! Follow @NRGElevation on Instagram!