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hair is everything?

hair is everything?

Fromya, but who cares?


hair is everything?

Fromya, but who cares?

ratings:
Length:
32 minutes
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Join Bri and Sesana, as they delve deep into the world of Black hair, its cultural significance, and its impact on both the macro and micro levels of society.In this episode, Bri and Sesana explore the historical roots of the desire for straight hair among Black women, a desire that traces its origins back to the dark days of slavery. Unraveling the complex threads of history, they shed light on how this longing for straight hair has been intertwined with issues of identity, self-esteem, and societal standards. Bri and Sesana also share their personal journeys and experiences with embracing their natural hair textures.  Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the significance of hair in our lives. Inspired by Angelina Chapin's "The Cost of Straight Hair."Hosted by: Sesana Allen and Bri SpringsProduced by: YBWC Follow Us:InstagramTwitterLinkedInTikTok
Released:
Oct 3, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (40)

Smart people like to talk about smart things. But we also like to talk about dumb things...really dumb things. Sesana and Bri cover both. “Ya, but who cares?” offers research on youth culture, economic, and political topics we all obsess over. We also offer ways to read beyond the headline or “click-bait” inviting our favorite experts, creatives and entrepreneurs to help inform our opinions. We strive to help our audience gain nuanced perspectives on fundamental societal issues through digestible research and lively discussions. For the aspirational person, who wants to be informed and improve, but can't resist some good gossip.