Melanin Hues: Conversations on Health and Wellness
By Melanin Hues
We are women of color who are physicians, psychologists, mothers, sisters, friends, wives and compassionate human beings committed to addressing social determinants of health and empowering communities of color through candid conversations about physical and emotional health.
Melanin Hues: Conversations on Health and WellnessMar 02, 2023
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Let’s Talk About Eating Disorders in Our Community
Eating disorders is a topic that families of color often don’t talk about. But the ladies of Melanin Hues are here to tell all about signs, symptoms and what to do when you are concerned about someone who might have an eating disorder.
Mar 02, 202323:01
Mental Health Matters in our Kids and Teens: How do we respond?
The ladies of Melanin Hues talk about the mental health pandemic and how our kids and teens are being impacted. They give advice and concrete tips to parents and caregivers about how engage our youth and the importance of connecting to them to mental health resources.
Jan 17, 202327:16
Being the Only One: How to Navigate Being Underrepresented in Leadership
You don’t want to miss the ladies of Melanin Hues Podcast’s discussion with nurse, Yvette as she gives us perspective and tips of navigating leadership roles/c-suite.
Jun 13, 202245:02
Growing Financial Wealth in Our Community
New year and tax season is here! You don’t want to miss the wisdom from our special guest, a financial planner who breaks it all down for us. Tune in and learn from our expert, Ms. Tracy Brooks.
Feb 17, 202243:30
Navigating Love and Relationships During the Pandemic- Part 2
This is our last episode for 2021. Ladies, how did we do in our relationships? You don’t want to miss this one as we discuss navigating love and relationships, part 2.
Dec 25, 202134:04
Mind Matters: The Impact of COVID on Mental Health
Join us as we discuss the co-pandemic-mental health and COVID. This is being referred to as a crisis where children, adolescents, and families need mental health support as they navigate the challenges that continue to linger through this year.
Nov 19, 202128:49
COVID-19: Yes, it seems like it’s here to stay!
We discuss the recent updates about COVID-19, vaccines, and so much more. You don’t want to miss this.
Oct 17, 202137:10
What we did this Hot Vaxxed Summer
We are back for Season 2! Come check us out as we discuss our summers (vaxxed, of course) and review our vision board goals. Stay tuned as we also review more hot topics for this upcoming season.
Oct 07, 202118:48
Special Edition COVID-19: Is it here to stay?
The ladies of Melanin Hues are back for a special summer edition about the latest COVID-19 updates! Join us as we discuss this important topic with our returning guest, Dr. Eugene Harris.
Aug 05, 202144:39
Dear Mama: Black Maternal Health Matters- Part 2
Just in time for Mother’s Day, the ladies of Melanin Hues Podcast discuss their experiences with childbirth and we have a special guest, Brittany Waiters who shares her powerful story of birthing during COVID.
May 06, 202142:15
Dear Mama: Black Maternal Health Matters- Part 1
It’s Black Maternal Health month! Come join us for a conversation about pregnancy, delivery and postpartum. Our special guest, Saleemah McNeil is founder of Oshun Family Center and she is a major advocate in the Philadelphia area. You don’t want to miss this!
Apr 15, 202132:46
Invisible Man: Breaking the Silence on Black Men’s Health
Today we discuss a very important topic, Black men’s health. Our special guest Dr. Eugene Harris gives us his perspective and expertise as a renowned African American Emergency Medicine physician. This is one you don’t want to miss!
Apr 01, 202140:58
Women in Leadership: Forging a Path to Success
Are you a leader? Do you want to be a leader? Join as we explore what is takes to be a woman of color in leadership. We have a special guest today, Tina Loarte Rodriguez, a woman with lots of wisdom about achieving your goals. We share candid advice and tips so you don’t want to miss this!
Mar 21, 202145:56
Life During the Pandemic: The Student Edition
Join us as we explore how students and faculty of colleges and universities are coping during the pandemic. We have two special guests today, Dejah Harley and Whitney Snead who will share their advice, wisdom and knowledge about what students can do during this challenging time.
Feb 27, 202139:45
Navigating Love & Relationships During the Pandemic
It’s the month of celebrating love and Black love. Join us as we discuss how we navigate our relationships. Our special guests, Mr. Wesley and Mrs. Farrah Cox share their insights about marriage.
Feb 09, 202139:35
Deuces 2020! Renewed Visions for 2021
New year, new beginnings! Deuces 2020. In this episode, we give you a glimpse into our virtual vision board party, discuss the importance of goal-setting and visualization, as well as practical suggestions to achieve your goals.
Jan 24, 202127:22
COVID-19 and the Vaccine- Part 2: I got my shot, now what?
This is part two of our discussion on COVID-19 and the vaccine. We discuss our experiences with receiving the vaccine and are joined by a special guest, Dr. Alexea M. Gaffney, MD. She is triple-board certified Infectious Disease sub-specialist, Internist, and Pediatrician. She discusses transmission, what's next after the vaccine, and preventative healthcare during the pandemic.
Jan 10, 202132:45
COVID-19 and the Vaccine- Part 1: To Vax or Not Vax
Happy New Year everyone! You might be wondering if you should get the COVID-19 vaccine. Check out our special guest, Dr. Cindy Duke, MD, PhD. She is a vaccine expert and a women's health and fertility expert. Dr. Duke breaks the vaccine down for us, and makes it clear so that we can all make an informed decision.
Jan 02, 202137:35
COVID and the holidays
Get to know your hosts a bit more as we discuss our recommendations for a safe holiday season, share our favorite holiday traditions, and how we will reimagine them this year. Stay tuned until the end to hear us participate in a special activity you can bring to your loved ones too!
Dec 20, 202026:48
COVID and the classroom
In this episode we provide perspectives on the unique challenges facing students of color. We highlight strategies to empower families to educate their youth during the COVID pandemic. Our guest speaker reveals her approach to delivering quality education to students of color.
Dec 10, 202045:25
Introduction: We are COVID She-roes!
Melanin Hues Podcast features four amazing women of color who are physicians and psychologists. We discuss who we are and why we started this podcast, our professional and personal experiences as front-line workers during the COVID pandemic, what lies ahead during the second wave and the silver linings that we have taken from this pandemic. Join us for candid conversations related to health and emotional wellness and get to know us today.
Nov 29, 202027:04