You Have To Wear Something

Nicole discusses the the many differences, applications, and politics around CBD, THC and hemp products with holistic health coach and cannabis consultant Sarah Sykes; owner of Sarah Rose Botanicals. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats with Dionne about her crochet expertise, native traditions, entrepreneurial acumen and her art collective in Atlanta. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats with Avesha Michael about her journey as an artist from almost becoming a lawyer to turning her love for pottery into a business. If you expanded your side hustle this year, this interview is for you. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats with Chicago hairstylist and shop owner Yolanda Trejo about all things hair, growing a business in a pandemic and the continued importance of diversity. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole addresses how the way we dress will forever be changed thanks to the pandemic but how to remain professional over Zoom and maintaining the comforts of working from home. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole covers the secret messages in Ruth Bader Ginsberg’s collars and how some Emmy winners dressed for protest and dissent. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole and longtime friend and educational leader Tina Walker discuss and dissect the complexities of mysogynoir; the hatred of Black women and how stereotypes continue to fuel its existence.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole covers race, culture, activism and advocacy with Travis Phillips, creator of the “Wake Up and Vote Initiative” plus a custom song written by him. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Whether we realize it or not style and fashion is political and can bring awareness or infuse more hate. Nicole critiques the style moments of the week with a thought about cyberbullying. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats about all things Reiki with Rising Heart owner and healer Melanie Marco. 2020 has been a challenge for us all and here is how Reiki helps. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Quintin returns to the show to discuss documentary “Remix: Hip-Hop x Fashion” and why black creatives continue to be marginalized. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Beyoncé once again uses her power to create a wave of opportunity to support, collaborate and promote Black creatives and creates a masterpiece to boot! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats with L.A. based artist Celina Pereira of Brazilian descent about her use of Black people and culture in her graphic work. Find her most recent work in The Atlantic. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats with Portland native Tami Wood about the current police state they are in and why Portland is so white. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats with Sampson Hill about being a luxury leather artisan in the fashion business, the environment and what the future looks like for the garment industry. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole chats with Terrence Low one of three black owners of the wine label Michael Lavelle about the difference between supporting black businesses and giving charity. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

July 4th hit differently this year, retailers take the 15% pledge and why Kanye why?! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole gives her two cents on the sudden interest in Juneteenth, a holiday that represents freedom better than July 4th. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Nicole discusses the current Black Lives Matter movement and maintaining mental with life coach Linda Leising, a true ally. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support

Americans finally understand that black lives matter. But at a deeper level, in a capitalist country built on the backs of slaves, in lieu of reparations, what we really need is investment in and support of black owned businesses. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/youhavetowearsomething/support