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Sober Soldiers, you know the parlay way. No guest, just us back in the booth. We’re catching up on the chaos: events we pulled up to, sneakers we’re rotating heavy, and the music that’s been loud in our headphones. Tap in, it’s one of those episodes.

Welcome back to the CareFreeBlackGirl podcast, where Black women and femmes are the center of every conversation. This week, we’re blooming into May with real talk about money, music, and cultural moments that matter.

CareFreeBlackGirl of the Week: Black Women in Wrestling

This week we celebrate the Black women breaking barriers in professional wrestling.
* Bianca Belair – The EST of WWE, known for her strength, speed, and style. A former champion representing Black excellence with every match.
* Jade Cargill – From AEW to WWE, Jade is delivering power and presence while changing the landscape for Black women in the ring.
* Trinity Fatu (formerly Naomi) – The original “Feel the Glow” icon is back and thriving in TNA, showing resilience and evolution in real time.
These athletes continue to inspire and push boundaries in a space that hasn’t always made room for them.

Gurl…We’re talking about AI influencers taking over brand deals while real Black creators struggle to be seen. What does it mean when digital models are prioritized over real voices? A must-have convo for anyone navigating influence and identity online.

Get Free: Money Talks, Sis – April Edition (with Leslie)April is Financial Literacy Month, and we’re centering the conversation around Black women and wealth.

Topics include:
* Money Trauma in the Black Community
* Generational scarcity mindsets
* Financial boundaries within families and friendships
* Unlearning inherited habits

* Black Women & Wealth Building
* Starting from scratch with no blueprint
* Beginner investing tips
* Strategies for building generational wealth

* Budget Like a Baddie
* Living soft on a budget
* Helpful budgeting apps and hacks
* Creating a luxury mindset with realistic numbers

Hot or Not: The R&B Resurgence
R&B is in a new renaissance led by soulful, independent Black women artists.
* Ari Lennox steps fully into her soft girl era.
* Coco Jones delivers flavor and depth with her new single, “Taste.”
* Ravyn Lenae goes viral with “Love Me Not” and “Sticky” after over a decade in the game. She recently charted on the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time.
These women are redefining what modern R&B sounds like and expanding what it can be.

Girls to Watch: YK Niece and Pluto
YK Niece made waves with her viral verse on “Whim Wham.” While the track gained popularity, she’s spoken out about not receiving proper credit or compensation, sparking an important conversation around recognition, value, and voice in music. She’s one to watch with talent, drive, and a story worth listening to.

Biz to Watch: Olamide Olowe – TopicalsFounder of the skincare brand Topicals, Olamide Olowe is disrupting the beauty industry by putting real skin stories and community care at the forefront. Recently featured on Forbes 30 Under 30, her work bridges innovation, wellness, and Black girl excellence.

Closing Thoughts: From wrestling rings to viral singles, and from money trauma to beauty breakthroughs, this episode honors Black girls who are blooming — despite every obstacle. April showers may have poured, but May is full of flowers.

Listen now wherever you stream your podcasts, and follow @carefreeblackgirl_inc for updates and community highlights.

Santana opens up about surviving an unhealthy relationship, reclaiming her voice, and using her podcast Santana Says to uplift her community. From breaking cycles to building virtual support spaces, this conversation dives into motherhood, faith, and advocacy.

“It’s always easier to give out or to help others versus look within your situation.” – Santana

For her B-Sides Track of the Week, Santana chose “I Love Your Smile” by Shanice—a joyful 90s throwback that reminds her of her childhood and keeps her spirit lifted.

Chapters:
00:53 Cleveland Roots and B-Side Tracks
02:23 About Santana Says Podcast
03:00 Personal Journey and Advocacy
06:43 College Days and Organizing Spirit
11:00 Rapid Fire Round: She Did That!
11:53 Mother’s Day Shoutout

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My experience of nature growing up in St. Philip Barbados has given me some of the most powerful memories of my childhood. In this episode of the Island Woman podcast, I’m sharing my nostalgia for nature back then and the joy it brought me. I discuss how the shift from an agricultural economy to tourism has transformed our landscape in Barbados, leading to some loss of that natural beauty. While I mourn that loss, I believe we can still create a nature-nourishing industry for the future starting with each household. I’d love to hear how nature has changed in your area—share your thoughts in the comments below!
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If you’re new here welcome to the Island Woman podcast! 🌴
To get up to speed on what has inspired this podcast, start with this episode: https://youtu.be/dFvMPooEiZ0
It’s my candid and heartfelt message on walking this journey to a #BIGandSimple life rooted in joy, clarity, and the Caribbean spirit.
👉🏽 Subscribe if that sounds like your kind of life. I’d love to have you walk with me.
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Watch other episodes of the Island Woman podcast:

➡️50 Not Too Late To Change – https://youtu.be/LyPZZhZCRBc
➡️Buy Less, Use it More: Responsible Consumption – https://youtu.be/ktpo-61Ii3Q
➡️Staying Well As An Island Woman – https://youtu.be/3Voy04HFwfE
➡️Island Woman Freedom – https://youtu.be/dFvMPooEiZ0
➡️Stay-at-home Work my Island Woman Way – https://youtu.be/gle1PvTS6A8?si=WmXKUSWLQNYzhlAH

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