Christabel Mintah-Galloway - Podcast Details

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Rich Queer AuntiesIt’s Not a Mother Wound. It’s Patriarchy.We keep saying we have mother wounds, but what if the real injury is deeper than our mothers? In this episode, we ask the question no one wants to touch: Who are our mothers, really? Not the role they performed. Not the fears they passed down. But the person underneath all that patriarchal survival.Christabel and Kachi crack open a deeply personal conversation about rage, abandonment, girlhood, queerness, and what it means to love our mothers without excusing the harm. From forced obedience to performative connection, we explore how patriarchy trains us to mistrust other women, and ho...2025-06-1846 min

Rich Queer AuntiesLove & Rage - What Did You Inherit and What Are You ChoosingLove & Rage — What Did You Inherit and What Are You Choosing?This is our first video upload. Let us know what you think! Should we do more videos?How do we honor our rage without becoming who harmed us? In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, we talk about love and rage, what we inherited, what we’re choosing instead, and how we’re learning to hold both without abandoning ourselves.We speak as African daughters, as queer folks, as partners learning to fight fair, and as childr...2025-05-2948 min

So InvestedIs splitting the bill keeping us from real connection?Splitting a bill is an inevitable occurrence when out socialising, so why can it feel so awkward and transactional? In this episode, we dive into Christabel Mintah-Galloway's thought provoking post titled Is splitting the lunch bill down to the cent keeping us from real connection? We unpack how our own money stories - from childhood influences to cultural cues - and explore how they shape the way we navigate shared costs. We also reflect on how the rise of social media has raised the stakes of socialising, and why creating low pressure environments might be the key to...2025-05-1926 min

Living the Questions with Courtney KoesterWhat If Overextending Isn’t the Path to Love?What if taking good care of yourself isn’t selfish — but the very foundation of how you care for others? This episode explores the tender, tangled process of shifting out of over-functioning, especially when people-pleasing patterns run deep. I reflect on the internal tug-of-war between the fear of being “too much” or “not enough” and the slow, sacred work of learning what true boundaries, congruent giving, and right relationship with self can look like. If you’ve ever struggled with guilt around saying no, or felt overwhelmed by nuance when all you want is clarity, this conversation is an honest and com...2025-05-0139 min

Navigate the Now: Root • Rise • ReflectE2: Community as a Function of DemocracyJoin us as we explore community as the cornerstone of democracy, and the importance of social ties in building trust, accountability, and civic engagement. We reflect our own journey via interpersonal relationships, social groups, and grassroot networks.Enjoy our content? Be sure to like, share, subscribe! Visit us at: IG @navigatethenow , LinktreeEpisode Notes/Referenced MaterialsBowling Alone- Robert PutnamJoin or Die Documentary (Netflix)Teaching Community: A Pedagogy of Hope-Bell Hooks⁠Christabel Mintah Galloway (IG ⁠@christabelmintahgalloway⁠)2025-04-2558 min

The Lesbian Peep ShowRelational skills & the "femme tax" with Christabel Mintah-GallowaySend us a textWe answer questions from listeners about how to flag as femme, how to "get out there" and relational skills for building community.You can find Christabel here. You can find her workshop here.And her substack here.*CHEEX OFFER LINKuse code ERINDetails:no minimum termcan be canceled at any timechoice between monthly or annual subscriptionprice: monthly subscription: € 19.99annual subscription: € 9.90 per month)You...2025-04-141h 04

Rich Queer AuntiesSevered Selves, Righteous Rage & the Courage to ReintegrateIn this raw and reflective episode of Rich Queer Aunties, Christabel and Kachi use the hit show Severance as a powerful metaphor for the emotional fragmentation many of us endure, especially queer, Black, immigrant, and formerly religious folks.Through deeply personal storytelling, they explore themes of reintegration, rage, community, grief, and the courage it takes to reclaim your full self in a world that rewards compartmentalization. From family estrangement to navigating therapy, medicine, and chosen family, this conversation is a reminder that healing isn’t clean, but it’s real.Whether you’ve seen Severance or not, thi...2025-03-2749 min

Do You Ever Feel Like?if they wanted to they wouldMATCH OUR FREAK! This week we chat community + friendships and yelling at everyone to get over themselves and grow up, the usual DYEFL vibes. Plus Jacque is in her own personal White Lotus girls trip and Phoebe has watched too much reality tv. Also Dr. Phoebe arrives and uses words like relational and attachment style. Professor Jacque clocks in with some community care tea (gossip).PLUS!… * Phoebes new glasses (A slay!)* Jacques award season DRAMA! * Galentine's Day + Girls trips! * Getting over ourselves and leaving the house! * Ditching ru...2025-02-271h 00

Rich Queer AuntiesBuilding Relational Skills to Defy EmpireIn this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, we dive deep into why relational skills are essential for our collective liberation. We explore the tensions between individualism, collectivism, and interdependence, unpacking how capitalism, white supremacy, and patriarchy have shaped the way we relate to one another.Christabel and Kachi reflect on their personal journeys with repair, conflict resolution, and deepening relational skills, not just in friendships and romantic relationships, but also in movement spaces. Why do so many relationships fall apart over unspoken expectations? How do we build the resilience to stay, repair, and grow while also discerning...2025-02-2544 min

Rich Queer AuntiesIf Your Spirituality Is Isolating You, It’s Not Working: A Critique of How We Practice Indigenous SpiritualitySpirituality should bring us closer to ourselves, to each other, and to the land. But too often, we see people leaving oppressive religious structures only to recreate the same hierarchies, dogma, and isolation in their spiritual journeys. In this episode, we ask: Are we truly decolonizing our spirituality, or are we just replicating the same patterns with different language? We explore: ✨ How indigenous wisdom offers pathways to healing beyond Western individualism ✨ The ways colonial trauma shapes modern spiritual practices ✨ Why relational accountability must be central to any spiritual path ...2025-01-3042 min

Rich Queer AuntiesHealing Beyond the Master’s Tools: Therapy, Queerness, and Rediscovering Indigenous WisdomHealing Beyond the Master’s Tools: Therapy, Queerness, and Rediscovering Indigenous Wisdom In this deeply reflective episode, Christabel and Kachi dive into the layered complexities of healing as queer African immigrant women navigating Western therapeutic tools, cultural inheritance, and the longing for ancestral wisdom. They explore questions like: • Are the tools we’re using to heal truly liberating us? • What happens when therapy and mindfulness no longer feel like enough? • How do we reclaim indigenous healing practices that were disrupted by colonialism? Through raw storytelling and vulnerable reflection, the...2025-01-0736 min

Rich Queer Aunties2024 Reflections: What we're leaving behind & what we're carrying forwardIn this heartfelt end-of-year episode, Christabel and Kachi sit down to reflect on 2024, its challenges, triumphs, and transformative lessons. From navigating healing journeys and embracing authenticity to setting bold intentions for the year ahead, this conversation dives deep into vulnerability, creativity, and the power of showing up fully in our lives. Join us as we share personal stories, honor growth, and explore what it means to let go of fear, lean into courage, and build a life rooted in authenticity and ease. ✨ What you'll hear in this episode: Insights from Kachi's healing journey post-injury Ch...2024-12-2529 min

Rich Queer AuntiesChoosing Between an Anti-Black Country and a Homophobic One: Building a Youth Empowerment Center in GhanaIn this deeply personal episode of Rich Queer Aunties, we confront a difficult and often unspoken question: What do you choose when both anti-Blackness and homophobia are constant realities? As queer African women navigating these harsh truths, we share our stories of living between worlds - Christabel a nurse, and writer who immigrated to the U.S. from Ghana, and Kachi, a healer and Nigerian artist. As two queer women, we’re in Ghana right now, facing the challenges head-on to build a youth empowerment and retreat center that offers safety, skill-building, and community for marginalized people. But it’s not j...2024-11-1115 min

Rich Queer AuntiesDear Queer Babies, Your Healing Matters: Lessons from Our StoriesShow Notes: In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, we bring it all together - how our personal journeys of healing and self-discovery are deeply connected to yours. After sharing our own vulnerable stories in the last two episodes, today we reflect on what it all means for you, our dear queer babies, and why your healing matters. Christabel and Kachi discuss the importance of storytelling in the healing process and how being open about our struggles can help others feel seen. We share lessons learned from our journeys - how healing isn’t linear, how being present with your em...2024-10-0829 min

Rich Queer Aunties20 Percent Better by 80 - A Conversation on Rage with ChristabelIn this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, Christabel's partner, Kachi, returns to the podcast to interview Christabel. They delve into Christabel's journey of healing through therapy, navigating complex PTSD, and embracing her authentic self. Christabel shares personal stories about her struggles with anger and emotional outbursts, her challenging experiences growing up in an abusive household, and her journey to self-worth and acceptance, despite the lack of support from her religious community. The conversation also touches on the importance of a secure therapeutic relationship, the role of self-compassion, and practical steps for emotional regulation and personal growth. Additionally, Christabel introduces her...2024-09-1751 min

Rich Queer AuntiesComing Home to Self: A Conversation with KachiIn this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, Christabel welcomes a special guest, their partner Kachi, who shares their personal journey of self-discovery and healing. Kachi, an Igbo-American Nigerian artist and recovering engineer, delves into their transition from conforming to societal expectations to embracing their full, authentic self. They discuss the influence of culture, family, and identity on their path, including the pivotal moments of moving to California, growing their facial hair, and exploring traditional Igbo spirituality. The episode highlights the importance of living authentically, sustaining personal liberation, and the complexities of feeling connected yet different from one's community. Ideal for s...2024-09-031h 09

Rich Queer AuntiesBoundaries in Context: A Guide for Those of Diasporic OriginWelcome back to RichQueerAunties, I'm Christabel, your host - nurse leader, writer, and African auntie. Today's episode explores boundaries within the unique context of diasporic origins. Boundaries are often discussed but not in ways that fit our lived experiences. For many of us from the global South or with parents from there, boundaries are intricate. We grew up valuing community and family over individualism. So how do we begin to own our individuality while respecting our roots? Unhooking our worthiness from our actions is key. Accepting our realities in a hyper-capitalistic society, recognizing our inherent worth, and building nurturing communities...2024-08-1324 min

Rich Queer AuntiesIs a Lack of Authenticity Keeping You Stuck?Is a Lack of Authenticity Keeping You Stuck? Raise your hand if you're tired of feeling disconnected despite your success. You might think the problem is just about needing a break or figuring out your personal style or whatever else that has you feeling disconnected. But what if it's deeper? You've been told that these parts of your life are separate—your style, your career moves, how you should handle relationships. They sell you on quick fixes: “Use this outfit formula in order to curate your style…” “Act like this to be the boss babe you are…” “Here’s how to spot a narcissi...2024-08-0230 min

Rich Queer AuntiesShowing Up as Your Authentic Self.Hello, wonderful listeners! I’m excited to announce that the Rich Queer Aunties podcast is back! After a year-long hiatus, I’m returning with fresh insights and a renewed focus on empowering Black queer women to embrace their most authentic selves. In this episode, I reflect on my personal journey and the challenges I’ve faced, including my high ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) score and how it’s shaped my path. We’ll dive into the importance of authenticity and how to overcome societal conditioning, religious indoctrination, and cultural expectations. Join me as I explore: Empowerment for Black Queer Women: How to bre...2024-07-2120 min

The Lesbian Peep ShowEnthusiastic cunnilingus with Christabel Mintah-GallowaySend us a textWe cover a lot of ground in this one. From religious indoctrination to queer polyamory, Christabel has lived a lot of lives. That doesn't even begin to cover it. Come for the story telling, stay for the master class in pleasure.You can find Christabel on instagram @christabelmintahgalloway and @richqueerauntiesAnd you can find Erin wherever you are looking @iamerinbrown 2024-05-2858 min

Rich Queer AuntiesNavigating Religious Trauma, Self-Discovery, and Family Estrangement: A Journey of Healing and Growth. A conversation with Dan.This episode is sponsored by Rich Queer Aunties. Visit Rich Queer Aunties for all your fly RQA merch. In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties podcast, host Christabel invites guest Dan to share their journey from being raised as Jehovah's Witnesses and their spiritual journey afterwards. Dan, a multi-dimensional being who is an organizer, spiritualist, sorcerer, and abstract visual artist. Dan also uses sound and music as tools for healing and celebration. They discuss topics such as religious trauma, being ex-Jehovah's Witnesses, the experiences of gay individuals shunned by their families, African religious spirituality, spiritual journeys, self-development, and estrangement from...2023-07-241h 26

Rich Queer AuntiesComing Out as Gay: My Journey of Overcoming the Fear of Rejection as a Jehovah’s WitnessJoin me for a candid conversation on overcoming the fear of rejection and achieving self-actualization as a former Jehovah’s witness who came out as gay. Learn how embracing authenticity can lead to true fulfillment in life.2023-04-2427 min

Rich Queer AuntiesMy Journey of Balancing Collectivism and Individuality: Personal Stories and Cultural ReflectionsPlease don’t forget to RATE, REVIEW and SHARE this little podcast of mine. It truly makes all the difference. Welcome to the latest episode of Rich Queer Aunties, where I'll be exploring the complex relationship between collectivism and individuality. Through personal anecdotes and cultural observations, I'll delve into how collectivism can both bind and liberate us. Join the conversation on this fascinating topic with me today! At 04:37, I'll be sharing a powerful example from Ghana, where collectivism is so strong that reporting a family member's crime to the police can lead to ostracization. Conversely, at 08:00, I'll be discussing how Am...2023-04-0733 min

Rich Queer AuntiesUnconvering Authenticity- A Solo Episode on Love Loss and Learning to HealUncovering Authenticity: A Solo Episode on Love, Loss, and Learning to Heal Please remember to rate and write a review. It goes a long way to producing a successful podcast and we want nothing but success for my baby. •Don’t forget to visit www.richqueeraunties.com/shop for exclusive RQA merch and original art from Ghana. •follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ Welcome back to the podcast, where we dive into all things authenticity, community building, and the luxurious lifestyle. But before we pivot to our new direction, I want to share a deeply personal story with you all. ...2023-03-2536 min

Rich Queer AuntiesWho’s to blame?Episode 4 - Who’s to blame?In this episode, Ginele and Christabel talk about the role blame plays in their life and relationship. Who’s to blame for all the things that can happen in a relationship? The infidelities, the feelings of abandonment, the lack of boundaries? It’s a good one.While you’re here, please remember to rate and write a review. It goes a long way to producing a successful podcast and we want nothing but success for our baby. Don’t forget to visit www.richqueeraunties.com/shop for exclusive R...2022-05-2432 min

Rich Queer AuntiesThe downside of being an empath - part 2Hi everyone, welcome to episode 3 of Rich queer aunties where we continue the conversation from episode 2. Here we dive deeper into our individual ways of relating to empathy and how we navigate it in our relationship.Don’t forget to visit www.richqueeraunties.com/shop for exclusive RQA merch. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/richqueeraunties/ 2022-05-1342 min

Rich Queer AuntiesThe downside of being an empath - Part 1In this episode of Rich Queer Aunties, Ginele and Christabel get vulnerable on their opposing dispositions as a non-empath and an empath respectively. They talk about who an empath is, how it’s viewed in society as well as realizations they are having as they continue on their healing journeys. The connection between being an empath and hyper-vigilance as a result of trauma is not often talked about. In this episode, they talk about realizations Christabel is making about how the two are connected for her. Ginele shares how she integrates empathy into daily practices of s...2022-05-0935 min

Rich Queer AuntiesOur Origin Story - How we met.In the very first episode of the Rich Queer Aunties podcast, Christabel and Ginele dive into the story of how they met. Listen along as they reminisce about meeting in nursing school, moonshine nights, and, Christabel’s first divorce.Go to www.richqueeraunties.com for exclusive RQA merch.2022-04-2721 min

Rich Queer AuntiesIntroducing Fireside Chats With Ginele and Christabel.Hi everyone, it's been a while but that's because I really haven't been in the mood to record.I recorded this episode with Ginele back in November and I’m finally uploading it because I think its hella cute and raw and honest…kinda like our relationship.We’re going to be recording episodes going forward called Fireside Chats with Ginele and Christabel to talk about all the things. Our relationship is my favorite. Not because it’s perfect but because it is a chronicle of two people who knew nothing about how to love, learning...2022-01-2908 min

Rich Queer AuntiesIs meme repost culture gaslighting you into thinking you’re doing the work? Doing the work irl and finding your people.Is meme repost culture gaslighting you into thinking you’re doing the work? Doing the work irl and finding your people. In this episode, I talk about: Examining our beliefs Doing the work to figure out what’s yours and what’s not. Showing up fully in all our messiness to find our people instead of faking it till we make it Reposting mental health memes alone does not the work make. Listen, share, and let’s discuss.2021-05-2623 min

Rich Queer AuntiesCapitalism vs. pay me for my workCapitalism and pay me for my work: My struggle with the nuances therein. > How I broke my ankle > Feeling less alone by listening to the stories of others > How much I make as a nurse > I started a Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Christabelmintahgalloway. Become a patron if you’ll like to support me monetarily. > Why I priced/tiered my Patreon the way I did and why I need to keep my 9-5 job > Can I make a living doing what I love > Are these questions as a result of my indoctrination into capitalism > I don’t want to be a sta...2021-02-1728 min

Rich Queer AuntiesRelationships as my biggest teacher.I’ve had many relationships over the years all with trials but none has been as impactful as my current one with my partner and that with my mom over our lifetime. I believe that our relationships can be outstanding teachers if we are in the right space to be a student. Otherwise, it becomes about blame game. Focusing on the other person’s shortcomings or how they’re toxic or and anything else that is not how we can learn about ourselves from that relationship. Disclaimer *this is not talking about truly abusive relationships* It feels like taboo to talk ab...2020-12-2938 min

Rich Queer AuntiesWE MOVED TO OAKLAND! and other life updates.It’s been a while and I want to say thank you for all your FIVE STAR REVIEWS! It makes a difference in getting the podcast to reach the people to whom it’s intended for. Things I talk about in this episode: Life updates: Leaving texas, going to Mexico, Indiana Moving all our stuff from Indiana and finally moving to Oakland after our first travel assignment here 5 years agoThe loft; how spacious it is, how I got my water view finally! The fun I’ve been having decorating The trauma post COVID nursing in Texas ba...2020-12-0529 min

Rich Queer AuntiesBack Like I never LeftBack Like I never Left Here’s a quick update on what I’ve been up do in the last three months. To include: COVID- 19 emergency relief work in southern Texas I turned 35 during first hurricane ever! In Mexico!! Not being sure of who you want to be when you grow up Dealing with self-doubt, a different brain and a world that demands productivity Healing from religious indoctrination in order to find my voice (ps. still searching). And so many more...30 minutes of just chatting it up. I'll be back to recording more regularly now that I’m finally choosing to slow l...2020-10-0832 min

Rich Queer AuntiesQ&A : Coming out, skin care, organized religion, and more.Q&A : Coming out, skin care, organized religion, and more. In my first Q&A, I tackle questions asked on IG about how I came out, what my skin care routine is, what I think of organized religion after being an active participant in one for two decades. I loved all the questions that came through! I do think I missed a couple that we’re sent in my DMs because I couldn’t find it but there’ll be other opportunities to do this again in the future. Resource: @ihartericka on IG for antiracist education for younger adults 2020-07-0248 min

Rich Queer AuntiesBlack joy, white fragility, and everything in betweenAberrant Behavior - Black joy, white fragility, and everything in between An episode where I just ramble about a few things weighing on my mind to include: New white activists, I need an explanation on why you never saw racism until now. In fact, don’t answer that, it’s rhetorical. I believe you’ve always known, you just didn’t want to sacrifice that promotion by speaking up. While it’s great for the collective human race that you’re choosing to be co-conspirators, just know that there’s a mental and emotional toll that your sudden awakening is taking on Blac...2020-06-1624 min

Rich Queer AuntiesNot Racist? Not Enough! - How to become anti-racist.Not Racist? Not Enough! - How to become anti-racist. This is from my perspective as an African who wasn’t always anti-racist. Being Black wasn’t enough for me, I had to become actively anti-racist. Many Black activist resist the idea of teaching anti-racism to white people and NBPOC because they are tired. I still have some energy so let’s go! Not being racist is the bare minimum, you don’t get cookies for it. And this goes for all Africans or non American Black people, people of color and other immigrants. Some ways you can become actively anti-racist: First of...2020-06-0434 min

Rich Queer AuntiesLiberation from Subconscious ConditioningAberrant Behavior Episode 5 - Liberation from Subconscious Conditioning In this episode, I talk about how most of our behaviors and what we consider our personalities are as a result of subconscious conditioning. As always, I draw from my experience. When I wanted to change behavior patterns that were no longer serving me, I thought it was a matter of willpower but after that failed me time and time again, I decided to dig deeper. Some of the things I talk about are: How I got to a place where I could forgive my ex-wife (and regain closes friendship with her) for...2020-05-2341 min

Rich Queer AuntiesSpankings and SlaveryAberrant Behavior Episode 4 - Spankings and Slavery In this episode, I talk specifically to black parents, guardians and caregivers. I wanted to facilitate a conversation about the devastating effects of spankings within the black family. I talk from my perspective as a kid who received many spankings growing up and how that affected me detrimentally. I was only able to identify said detrimental effects when I started doing the work of healing from my many traumas. This is my attempt to start a conversation and perhaps a change of heart in people who have adopted this slave era practice of...2020-05-1631 min

Rich Queer AuntiesReligion and Internalized HomophobiaAberrant Behavior - Religion and Internalized Homophobia In this episode, I delve into my long and complex relationship with religion and why I had to let it go if I was ever to love myself deeply. I have nothing against religion as a whole because I recognize it’s role in providing comfort and hope to many people as it did for me. Plus, faith and belief is a deeply personal thing that I don’t really think I have room to comment on another person’s faith walk. My mental health required that I let go of that journey and em...2020-05-0527 min

Rich Queer AuntiesMy Healing Journey*Trigger warning: Domestic Violence, Self harm, suicidal ideation and other traumas* In my most vulnerable share to date, I talk about how an abusive childhood and a tumultuous teen years and early adulthood led me to seek help. The pitfalls along the way and how I came to have a deep understanding of my innate goodness and worth.2020-04-3032 min

Rich Queer AuntiesMy WhyIn this episode, I tell you my "why", why did I decide to start a podcast in a world with a million podcasts?2020-04-2921 min