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Questions You Didn't AskSankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity Episode 4In this powerful finale of Sankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity, host Niasha Fray is joined one final time by historian and award-winning author Dr. Alaina E. Roberts for an unflinching conversation about land, identity, memory, and power.From Tulsa to Treaty Law, they trace how freed Black people in Indian Territory acquired land, built communities, and redefined what freedom meant in the West. But they also uncover the backlash—from federal rollbacks to racial violence—and the erasure of Black-Native histories in mainstream education and policy.💬 “What action should everyday people—es...2025-06-1421 min
It's Layered PodcastS06E09 - Delve deeper into... Pursuing Artistry with NiashaWe’re going behind the curtain on this episode as we discuss what goes into being a musician, especially one that hails from Zimbabwe -the actual hustle and grind of pursuing artistry. We were joined by the dynamic and incredibly talented Niasha on this episode and we went into the layers of following artistic passion whilst also maintaining a 9 - 5 and what it was like touring with Sampa the Great. When they say dynamite comes in small packages, they were talking about Niasha because she is an entertainer of note! Keep up wi...2025-06-0831 min
Questions You Didn't AskSankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity Episode 3In this powerful continuation of Sankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity, host Niasha Fray is joined once again by award-winning historian Dr. Elena Roberts for a discussion on land and power after emancipation.This episode unpacks:The story of Black Freedmen—formerly enslaved people held by Native nations—and the land they were granted in Indian Territory How these land allocations helped build thriving Black communities like Tulsa’s Greenwood District The federal policies (like the Homestead Act and Reconstruction-era treaties) that reshaped identity and racial hierarchy Frederick Douglass’s complex support...2025-06-0720 min
Questions You Didn't AskSankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity Episode 2We’re continuing Season 4 of Questions You Didn’t Ask with the second episode in our series: Sankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity.In this follow-up conversation, Niasha Fray and historian Dr. Alaina E. Roberts go deeper—confronting the political, cultural, and emotional realities of what it means to be Black and Native in a society shaped by settler colonialism, anti-Blackness, and historical erasure.This episode unpacks:🔍 The truth about Native American slaveholding—especially among the so-called “Five Civilized Tribes” 🧬 The complexities of identity and citizenship for Black descendants in tribal communit...2025-05-3134 min
Questions You Didn't AskSankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity Episode 1Welcome to Season 4 of Questions You Didn’t Ask! We're opening with a bold and necessary four-part series: Sankofa & Solidarity: Uncovering Black and Native Legacies for Health Equity.In this premiere episode, Niasha Fray sits down with award-winning historian and author Dr. Alaina E. Roberts to explore what it really means to "look back in order to move forward." Drawing on her acclaimed book, I've Been Here All the While: Black Freedom on Native Land, Dr. Roberts challenges the sanitized narratives we were taught in school and reveals how the histories of Black and Native American communities ar...2025-05-2335 min
Questions You Didn't AskReady or Not: Real Talk Black and Latino Communities Need Episode 4 As we close out Season 3, host Niasha Fray is joined by Julissa Soto for a powerful discussion that redefines what solidarity means for Black and Latino communities. This episode is a call to action, challenging us to move beyond surface-level connections to build authentic, transformative alliances that tackle the root causes of inequities.💬 Key Discussions:How systemic anti-Blackness and colorism harm progress and how we can actively dismantle them.The shared health and economic challenges Black and Latino communities face—and why addressing them benefits everyone.Real-life stories of advocacy, resilience, and triumph in the fight for e...2025-01-0835 min
Questions You Didn't AskReady or Not: Real Talk Black and Latino Communities Need Episode 3In this powerful episode, host Niasha Fray and guest Julissa Soto confront the barriers dividing Black and Latino communities in health equity and beyond. With personal anecdotes, bold strategies, and data-backed insights, they unpack the systemic inequities that persist—and how grassroots efforts can bridge gaps to create lasting change.💬 Key Highlights:The critical role of cultural validation and community-led advocacy in addressing health inequities.How Julissa’s innovative approach vaccinated 40,000 Latinos in Colorado, proving that access, not hesitancy, is the real issue.Solutions for overcoming funding challenges and fostering partnerships that wo...2025-01-0230 min
Questions You Didn't AskReady or Not: Real Talk Black and Latino Communities Need Episode 2🎙️ Episode 2: Ready or Not: Real Talk Black and Latino Communities Need In this raw and powerful episode of Questions You Didn’t Ask, host Niasha Fray is joined by Julissa Soto, a trailblazing advocate for Latino health equity, to explore the challenges and untapped potential of solidarity between Black and Latino communities. Together, they delve into:Medical mistrust and systemic inequities that force communities to find creative ways to survive.Racism and colorism within and between communities, and how they perpetuate stereotypes and division.The power of unity: Why collaboration between Black and Latino communities is key to overcom...2024-12-2335 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Ready or Not: Real Talk Black and Latino Communities Need Episode 1In "Ready or Not: Real Talk Black and Latino Communities Need," Niasha Fray is joined by health equity powerhouse Julissa Soto for an honest and impactful conversation. They explore shared struggles between Black and Latino communities, from navigating systemic racism to breaking cultural barriers, all while highlighting actionable paths to solidarity.2024-12-2038 min
Questions You Didn't AskJustice or JustUs? How Law, Health, and Equity Collide in America Episode 4What does justice look like when systemic inequities persist? In the finale of Justice or JustUs? How Law, Health, and Equity Collide in America, host Niasha Fray reconnects with Jesse McCoy II, JD, to uncover bold solutions and reflect on the resilience of communities fighting for equity. This episode takes the conversation further, focusing on:How grassroots movements are challenging entrenched power structures and reclaiming rights.The role of legal education and advocacy in equipping marginalized communities to navigate injustice.Why restorative justice, reimagined policies, and coalition-building are key to creating sustainable change.With a mix of...2024-12-0231 min
Questions You Didn't AskJustice or JustUs? How Law, Health, and Equity Collide in America Episode 3In this compelling episode of Questions You Didn’t Ask, host Niasha Fray sits down with Jesse McCoy to explore how systemic inequities in housing, employment, and criminal justice intersect with institutional racism to perpetuate disparities in health and equity. From the exploitative dynamics of immigrant labor to the unintended consequences of expungement laws, they dissect the hidden mechanisms that shape societal injustice. Jesse shares eye-opening insights on the resilience of marginalized communities and the power of coalition-building to drive meaningful change. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on law, health, and the fight for equity in America.2024-11-2631 min
Questions You Didn't AskJustice or JustUs? How Law, Health, and Equity Collide in America Episode 2In this thought-provoking episode of Questions You Didn’t Ask, host Niasha Fray, MA, MSPH, and Jesse McCoy, supervising attorney at Duke University Law School, delve into how legal and health inequities collide in America. From affirmative action rollbacks to the school-to-prison pipeline, they expose systems of injustice that, though often overlooked, are deeply entrenched in everyday life. Together, they explore the tangible impacts of these policies on marginalized communities and discuss strategies for empowering change through advocacy and equity-focused reforms.2024-11-1939 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 Justice or JustUs? How Law, Health, and Equity Collide in America Episode 1In the premiere of Justice or JustUs? How Law, Health, and Equity Collide in America, Niasha Fray sits down with Jesse Hamilton McCoy, a seasoned legal advocate and clinical professor at Duke Law. Together, they unpack the legacy of systemic racism in the U.S. justice system, from Black Codes to mass incarceration, and its devastating impact on Black and Hispanic communities today. They explore the social determinants of health—like housing, education, and employment—and how these intersect with legal inequities to perpetuate cycles of disadvantage. This episode lays a crucial foundation for understanding how structural injustice shapes heal...2024-11-1135 min
Questions You Didn't AskFrom Birth to Beyond: Unveiling Challenges of Maternal and Infant Health Episode 4In Episode 4, From Birth to Beyond: Unveiling Challenges of Maternal and Infant Health, Niasha Fray, Melba Perry, and Jessica Burris explore critical health disparities faced by Black mothers and babies in the U.S., from inadequate support systems to workplace challenges and the persistent impact of systemic racism on maternal mental health. Through powerful personal stories, they discuss essential resources, rights, and community-driven solutions aimed at fostering equitable care and empowering women. This episode shines a light on the resilience and advocacy needed to support healthy outcomes for Black mothers and their families.2024-10-2941 min
Questions You Didn't AskFrom Birth to Beyond: Unveiling Challenges of Maternal and Infant Health Episode 3In this episode of From Birth to Beyond: Unveiling Challenges of Maternal and Infant Health, host Niasha Fray and guests explore the often-overlooked role of family and partners in supporting Black mothers during and after childbirth. With candid discussions on the mental health of fathers, breastfeeding myths, and systemic barriers, this episode reveals how community support, education, and compassionate care can empower families. Tune in for insights on breaking cultural misconceptions and fostering healthier, happier parenting journeys.2024-10-2134 min
Questions You Didn't AskFrom Birth to Beyond: Unveiling Challenges of Maternal and Infant Health Episode 2In this powerful episode, host Niasha Fray is joined by Melba Perry and Jessica Burris to discuss the often-overlooked challenges of breastfeeding. Niasha shares her personal struggles as a mother, offering insight into the emotional and physical toll of breastfeeding complications. The conversation highlights the role of community-based doulas, the importance of support for breastfeeding mothers, and the benefits of human donor milk. This episode dives into the systemic barriers faced by Black women and the need for more robust resources and support systems.2024-10-1527 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 From Birth to Beyond: Unveiling Challenges of Maternal and Infant Health Episode 1In this episode of Questions You Didn’t Ask, we dive into the challenges Black mothers face in maternal and infant health equity. Host Niasha Fray is joined by Melba Perry, a dedicated doula, and Jessica Burris, a passionate breastfeeding advocate. Together, they explore disparities in healthcare access, the role of doulas in improving outcomes, and the importance of community support in addressing health inequities. Don’t miss this compelling discussion about the real-life impact of systemic barriers on Black maternal and infant health.2024-10-0633 min
Questions You Didn't AskAgeless Intimacy: Real Talk for Women 40+ Episode 4In the final episode of Ageless Intimacy: Real Talk for Women 40+, host Niasha Fray wraps up the series with an insightful discussion on survey results highlighting the real health concerns of women over 40. Joined by experts Jennifer Thornton Jones and Dr. Gail Wyatt, they unpack the challenges women face when accessing trusted health information and offer essential resources to navigate this stage of life with confidence. Tune in for expert guidance on finding reputable sources of health information, and leave feeling informed and empowered to take control of your health. Don't miss the culmination of this impactful series—it's on...2024-09-2323 min
Questions You Didn't AskAgeless Intimacy: Real Talk for Women 40+ Episode 3In this episode of Questions You Didn't Ask, host Niasha Fray is joined by Jennifer Thornton Jones and Dr. Gail Wyatt to discuss intimacy, sexual health, and menopause for women over 40. They dive into how hormonal changes, self-acceptance, and aging impact pleasure, relationships, and overall well-being. Tune in for expert insights and real talk on how to confidently navigate midlife with empowerment and authenticity. This episode is a must-listen for women seeking advice on healthy aging, sexual wellness, and body positivity.2024-09-1527 min
Questions You Didn't AskAgeless Intimacy: Real Talk for Women 40+ Episode 2 In Episode 2 of "Ageless Intimacy: Real Talk for Women 40+," Niasha Fray continues a compelling conversation with guests Jennifer Thornton Jones and Dr. Gail Wyatt. They delve into the evolving sexual health needs of women over 40, exploring how cultural norms, bodily changes, and inadequate education can impact intimacy and overall well-being. Together, they challenge long-held misconceptions and offer insights to help women navigate this often-overlooked aspect of aging with confidence and knowledge. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion that promises to empower and inform.2024-09-0824 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2: Ageless Intimacy: Real Talk for Women 40+ Episode 1Join us in the debut episode of our new series, Ageless Intimacy: Real Talk for Women 40+, where we delve into the profound changes in sexual and reproductive health that women experience after 40. With expert guests like Jennifer Thornton-Jones and Dr. Gail Elizabeth Wyatt, we explore the challenges and triumphs of menopause, the impact on intimacy, and the power of reclaiming your sexual well-being. This episode is a must-listen for seasoned women ready to embrace this stage of life with confidence and wisdom. Tune in, subscribe, and let’s redefine intimacy together.2024-09-0145 min
Questions You Didn't AskCOVID-19 Conversations: Black People with Disabilities Episode 4In the final episode of "COVID-19 Conversations: Black People with Disabilities," host Niasha Fray concludes the series with a powerful discussion featuring Regina Mays, Dr. Danai Fannin, and Felicia Williams Brown. Together, they explore the critical role of support networks in helping Black families navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly for those with autism and other disabilities. The episode provides valuable insights into how community-based organizations, nonprofits, and government agencies can better serve these families, offering resources that support mental health, substance use recovery, and developmental disabilities. Don’t miss this impactful conversation that wraps up the se...2024-08-1914 min
Questions You Didn't AskCOVID-19 Conversations: Black People with Disabilities Episode 3In this compelling episode of Questions You Didn’t Ask, host Niasha Fray unpacks the unique challenges Black people with disabilities have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Featuring a diverse panel—including Regina Mays, Dr. Danai Fannin, and Felicia Williams Brown—the discussion offers unfiltered, honest insights into the emotional toll of caregiving, struggles for representation in healthcare, and the anxieties surrounding COVID-19 vaccinations and access to care. The episode also delves into how systemic biases and the lack of culturally responsive care worsen the difficulties encountered by Black people with disabilities, especially in times of crisis. This conversation unders...2024-08-1128 min
Questions You Didn't AskCOVID-19 Conversations: Black People with Disabilities Episode 2Join host Niasha Fray and her dynamic guests Regina Mays, Dr. Dania Fannin, and Felicia Williams Brown, as they uncover the vital roles of family and community in uplifting Black individuals with disabilities. From personal stories to actionable insights, this episode explores the power of support, inclusion, and cultural competence. Funded by the HealthLit4Wake grant, this series is a must-listen for advocates and anyone passionate about health equity.Don't miss out—tune in now! Like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay connected and make a difference. 2024-07-2921 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 1 COVID-19 Conversations: Black People with Disabilities Episode 1Explore the impact of COVID-19 on Black people with disabilities in our insightful new episode. Our guests, Regina Mays, Dr. Dania Fannin, and Felicia Williams Brown, share their personal experiences and professional insights, shedding light on unique challenges and triumphs. This conversation uncovers important truths and inspires action.- Subscribe to stay updated on new episodes- Watch and share the episodes with friends, family, and colleagues to help advance health equity - Support the show on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/niashafrayo2024-07-2135 min
Toronto Real Estate Investing with NicoleEmotional Connections Through Home StagingSend us a textHome staging works! Dive into the world of home staging with Nicole and home stager Niasha Bell as they share the creative force behind Staging by Nash Decor. Niasha shares her journey from banking to realizing her dream as a professional home stager, illustrating the power of staging in creating emotional connections for potential buyers. The conversation delves into the nuanced art of decluttering, depersonalizing, and highlighting a home's best features, emphasizing staging as a strategic marketing tool rather than mere decoration.In a discussion that's both...2024-04-0129 min
The Disruption PodcastLeaving Legacy, Amari Gala & Men In Therapy - Ft. NIASHA | 239Niasha finally decided to come and join us in the studio and we get into it this episode! Melbourne's very own hype queen shares her creative process as an artist, touring with Sampa The Great, we discuss what we're working towards in life, the inaugural Amari Gala, why men should get into therapy, the Olasojis as parents and so much more!
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Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Harvesting Health Equity: Exploring Foodways, Black Farming, and the Transformative Power of Food as Medicine Episode 4Welcome to our last episode of the second season of Questions You Didn't Ask. We are closing out with our series on Harvesting Health Equity with your host Niasha Fray and her guests Demetrius Hunter, Dr. Monique Gary, and Camryn Smith. In this episode, we discuss the various leaders and organizations that inspire our work around foodways, black farming, and the transformative power of food as medicine. Dive in now to learn more about some of the most cutting-edge community organizations that are meeting the comprehensive health needs of minoritized communities, developing equitable policy and leadership strategies to realize...2024-02-2321 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Harvesting Health Equity: Exploring Foodways, Black Farming, and the Transformative Power of Food as Medicine Episode 3In this episode, your host, Niasha Fray, and her guests Demetrius Hunter, Dr. Monique Gary, and Camryn Smith start to imagine a world with food justice and food sovereignty. Our imagination leads us to analyze the barriers produced by the philanthropy sector and food-related non-profits. Have you thought that "success has been measured by the wrong metrics" as Dr. Monique Gary says when examining ROI and actual community impact? Have you thought about what a healthy food system and food economy could look like? 2024-02-1620 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Harvesting Health Equity: Exploring Foodways, Black Farming, and the Transformative Power of Food as Medicine Episode 2What is Food Apartheid? What do economic mobility, cost of living, average median income, and zip codes have to do with Food Justice? Have you looked at these things and thought, “These minority health disparities are here by design?” The second episode of the series Harvesting Health Equity: Exploring Foodways, Black Farming, and the Transformative Power of Food as Medicine will begin to travel down this path with you. Your host, Niasha Fray continues the conversation with guests Demetrius Hunter, Dr. Monique Gary, and Camryn Smith.2024-02-0928 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Harvesting Health Equity: Exploring Foodways, Black Farming, and the Transformative Power of Food as Medicine Episode 1Did your family or community elders teach you how to heal yourself with food and natural remedies? Have you noticed that most of the healing foods are hard to find in your neighborhood? Does this make you worry about where to find the food you need to stay healthy? Are you asking yourself what can be done to improve access to healing foods? Well, tune in now to the newest series Harvesting Health Equity: Exploring Foodways, Black Farming, and the Transformative Power of Food as Medicine. Your host, Niasha Fray introduces her inspiring guests Demetrius Hunter, Dr. Monique Gary...2024-02-0249 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 In the Weeds: Health Equity and the Cannabis Conundrum Episode 4This final episode of the series "In the Weeds: Health Equity and the Cannabis Conundrum" ends strong with your host Niasha Fray and Guest Leo Bridgewater Sr. The importance of community engagement in shaping local policies, identifying leaders who reflect the community's interests, and entrepreneurship as key mechanisms for effective Cannabis and Health Equity Advocacy are covered in this episode. You will leave this series informed, empowered, and inspired to Run your Race toward equity, justice, and win!2024-01-2626 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 In the Weeds: Health Equity and the Cannabis Conundrum Episode 3What does Restorative Justice, White Fragility, Political Accountability, PTSD, Economic Justice, Poverty Pimping, and Gun Laws have to do with Cannabis? Well, you'll have to tune into this power-packed episode of "In the Weeds: Health Equity and the Cannabis Conundrum" to find out. Join your host, Niasha Fray, and guest Leo Bridgewater, Sr. discuss these topics and more on Questions You Didn't Ask. 2024-01-1937 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 In the Weeds: Health Equity and the Cannabis Conundrum Episode 2What are the racial equity implications of mandatory drug testing? How does cannabis decriminalization protect workers? What makes New Jersey's cannabis policies different from other states? What are the vast economic and industrial opportunities for hemp, CBD, and cannabis? In this episode, your host, Niasha Fray continues her conversation with Leo Bridgewater, Sr. uncovering bold, innovative, and transformative social equity policies and mobilization strategies that advance health equity. We also discuss the economic equity implications of this industry for black farmers and landowners. 2024-01-1234 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 In the Weeds: Health Equity and the Cannabis Conundrum Episode 1What's the big deal about legalizing Marijuana? Isn't Cannabis a gateway drug? Who's being impacted by the criminalization of Weed? In this series your host, Niasha Fray is joined by Leo Bridgewater, Sr. to lift the complex intersection of health equity and cannabis, as well as the historical, political, and cultural changes around Cannabis in the U.S.2024-01-0545 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 In the Shadows: Navigating Homelessness, Veterans, and Incarceration Episode 4If your Christian organization is meant to serve the housing needs of veterans and people who are formerly incarcerated how do you make room for their unique spiritual beliefs? What are some current models of quality, affordable, sustainable, long-term housing solutions for veterans and people involved with the justice system? In the final episode of this spirited series, our guests Mr. Eric Hargrave, Mr. Dennis L. Fontelroy, and Dr. Benjamin C. Bell Jr. imparts wisdom to our audience regarding the power of love and shares the spotlight by talking about their national partners working to make a difference in...2023-12-0826 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 In the Shadows: Navigating Homelessness, Veterans, and Incarceration Episode 3What are the challenges of re-entry into civilian life for veterans and those formerly incarcerated? How do bias, stigma, and prejudice exacerbate the challenges of reentry? In episode three, our guests Mr. Eric Hargrave, Mr. Dennis L. Fontelroy, and Dr. Benjamin C. Bell Jr. shares insights on the harsh reality of the school-to-prison pipeline. This discussion touches on the far-reaching effects of these issues on the person impacted, their interpersonal relationships, the communities they return to, the organizations poised to help, and the policies that impact us all. 2023-12-0235 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 In the Shadows: Navigating Homelessness, Veterans, and Incarceration Episode 2What is the return on investment when providing housing and comprehensive healthcare to veterans and people who have been formerly incarcerated? Why should you develop your homeless services in your community by collaborating with others doing similar work? What are the systems in place that put people in danger of homelessness? In episode two, our guests Mr. Eric Hargrave, Mr. Dennis L. Fontelroy, and Dr. Benjamin C. Bell Jr. shares many of their experiences providing comprehensive healthcare to veterans and people who have been formerly incarcerated. Get ready to learn how they engage communities from the grassroots to inform...2023-11-2443 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 In the Shadows: Navigating Homelessness, Veterans, and Incarceration Episode 1Questions You Didn't Ask tackles head-on one of the social drivers of health, housing, or rather the equity issue of who is without a house to call home. This series examines key communities most impacted by homelessness, Veterans and people who are formerly incarcerated. This spirited series is titled In the Shadows: Navigating Homelessness, Veterans, and Incarceration. In the first episode, we discuss how our distinguished guests Mr. Eric Hargrave, Mr. Dennis L. Fontelroy, and Dr. Benjamin C. Bell Jr. came to dedicate so much of their time talent and treasure to create community-informed solutions to this health equity...2023-11-1734 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2 “I called out, but they didn’t hear me.” Episode 4How does global racism impact clinical trials? Are non-white people listened to and regarded when seeking healthcare? Does racism keep people from seeking care? Does it affect the care we ultimately receive? Do societal assumptions put our health and lives at risk? In our final episode of the series entitled “I Called Out But They Didn’t Hear Me”, Niasha Fray and her guests explore the stereotypes that hinder medical advancements and interventions. Dr. Gifford Rhamie and Dr. Maryann Ferreux explain the similarities of Black and indigenous people across the globe and how they are treated medically. Not only do we...2023-11-1051 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2 “I called out, but they didn’t hear me.” Episode 3In the third episode of "I Called Out But They Didn't Hear Me" you can expect to learn more about the current challenges of the National Health Service in the UK. This discussion leads Dr. Gifford Rhamie, Dr. Maryann Ferreux, and your host Niasha Fray to topics related to racial trauma and the inaccurate ways black health is taught in medical schools which perpetuate poor health outcomes and medical mistrust of healthcare providers and healthcare institutions. Join us now, open your mind, and gain insights on the unique and shared health equity issues in the UK.2023-11-0333 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2 “I called out, but they didn’t hear me.” Episode 2Jump into the newest episode of Questions You Didn't Ask titled "I Called Out But They Didn't Hear Me" where we dive into a discussion on Diversity and Inclusion in Healthcare in the UK. Dr. Maryann Ferreux, Dr. Gifford Rhamie, and your host Niasha Fray explore the intersections between classism, aristocracy, wealth, and racism in the UK. They also paint a clear picture of how these factors influence the health systems and health outcomes of non-white communities in the UK. Listen now to better understand the nuanced lived experiences of diverse communities that are usually left out.2023-10-2732 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2 “I called out, but they didn’t hear me.” Episode 1The Questions You Didn't Ask podcast continues its tradition of bringing its listeners valuable information about multiple aspects of wellness. The first episode in this dynamic series is named "I Called Out But They Didn't Hear Me". It centers on diversity and inclusion in healthcare in the United Kingdom and elsewhere. Dr. Maryann Fereux and Dr. Gifford Rhamie explore their connection to the African Diaspora and how their families came to live in the UK. The conversation centers on connections, the similarities between those of African ancestry across the globe and how we influence each other. Join us as...2023-10-2046 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 1 Advancing Accurate Representation in Research Episode 4In the fourth episode of our series on Advancing Accurate Representation in Research, we discuss the barriers to healthcare and how they influence limited diversity in research participation. Our guests challenge our listeners to think about what are we NOT doing for the people who are already in our care systems. We are also discussing how we can make it easier for people to access healthcare and leverage technology to reach more diverse patient populations. Other topics discussed include how regulators utilize real-world data to perform safety surveillance. Join us this week as we deepen our conversation with Carla Rodriguez-Watson...2023-09-2934 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 1 Advancing Accurate Representation in Research Episode 3In the third episode of Questions, You Didn't Ask we continue our discussion with the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the FDA as we explore “Advancing Accurate Representation in Research”. How can we build trust in data collection of race and ethnicity data? How do we account for the limitations of race-ethnicity questions? What role does home-based care play in improving patient advocacy? Join us this week as we ask those questions and broaden our conversation with Carla Rodriguez-Watson, Ph.D., MPH, Director of Research at the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the FDA, and our special guests, Nadine J. Barrett, PhD, MA, MS and...2023-09-2222 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 1 Advancing Accurate Representation in Research Episode 2This week we continue our collaboration with the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the FDA as we explore “Advancing Accurate Representation in Research”. What solutions can we implement to improve clinical trial access to diverse populations? Where do we find community members to partner with? Do we wait for people to come to the research, or do we bring the research to the people? Join us this week as we ask those questions and broaden our conversation with Carla Rodriguez-Watson, Ph.D., MPH, Director of Research at the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the FDA, and our special guests, Nadine J. Barrett, PhD, MA, MS a...2023-09-1530 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 1 Advancing Accurate Representation in Research Episode 1In this series, Niasha Fray continues to use her expertise in health equity research and action. She'll also be joined by Carla Rodriguez-Watson, PhD, MPH, Director of Research, at the Reagan-Udall Foundation for the Food and Drug Administration, a powerful second voice you’ll get to know in this series’ episodes!In episode one, Niasha and Carla give a brief overview of the history of Advancing Accurate Representation in Research and describe the state of diverse representation in research. Then, with our guests, we dive deeper to describe challenges, explore solutions, and uncover more questions you didn't ask.2023-09-0829 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Living with HIV in the African American Community Episode 4 Why do you think people don't talk about HIV anymore? What is the Risk to Reason HIV movement? Join our host, Niasha Fray, as she explores the topic of living with HIV in the African-American community with her guest, Alicia Diggs, in this installment of Questions You Didn't Ask.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-08-0139 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Living with HIV in the African American Community Episode 3Is there a cure for HIV? What does it mean to thrive with HIV? Join our host, Niasha Fray, as she explores the topic of living with HIV in the African-American community with her guest, Alicia Diggs, in this installment of Questions You Didn't Ask.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-07-2541 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Living With HIV in the African American Community Episode 2What role does our faith community play in providing safety to those affected by HIV? How do people living with HIV have a safe sex life? Join our host, Niasha Fray, as she explores the topic of living with HIV in the African-American community with her guest, Alicia Diggs, in this installment of Questions You Didn't Ask.2022-07-1649 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 5 Living With HIV in the African American Community Episode 1 How does our culture and community shape our sexual identity, experiences, and opportunities? What tools and technology can we use to provide sexual and reproductive education to save lives? In this week's edition of Questions You Didn't Ask, your host Niasha Fray explores those topics with Dr. Alicia Diggs. Her experience as a woman living with HIV and an advocate gives her a unique perspective on these subjects. Join us as we delve into all that and more.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic...2022-07-1046 min
Straight II TapeThe ZO! and Tall Black Guy ConversationRecord Date: June 28th, 2022#yourfavoritepodcast is closing Black Music Month with a bang!!Join us as we welcome innovative R&B duo ZO! and Tall Black Guy! We take a deep dive into their album Abstractions, reflect on their musical influences, and share their experience of touring post-pandemic. In this week's #HeadlineGrab, we digest the ramifications of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade with health equity expert Niasha Fray, the host of the Questions You Didn't Ask podcast!! You can catch S2T LI...2022-07-061h 26
Questions You Didn't AskSpecial Edition: "Land of the Free and Home of the Brave?" What does it mean to live in the" Land of the Free and Home of the Brave" when the Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade? in this Special Edition of Questions You Didn't Ask, host Niasha Fray invites Dr. Willie Parker back to discuss the implications of the overturning of Roe V. Wade and more ideas about Reproductive Justice.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-07-0249 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 Reproductive Justice: Where the Brothers At? Episode 3How does the impending Supreme Court decision on Roe v Wade change the landscape of healthcare in our country? Will restrictive abortion legislation impact women only or are we all in this together? Listen in as your host Niasha Fray navigates this and more with Dr. Willie Parker in this timely and important conversation.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-06-1939 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 Reproductive Justice: Where the Brothers At? Episode 2What is feminism to a man? How does patriarchy affect both men and women? Join us as host Niasha Fray leads us on a deep dive with esteemed reproductive rights champion Dr Willie Parker.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-06-1230 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 4 Reproductive Justice: Where the Brothers At? Episode 1 Where the brothers at? What is reproductive justice to a Black man? In this week's edition of Questions You Didn't Ask, your host Niasha Fray explores those topics with OB/GYN Dr. Willie Parker. His experience as a Christian abortion provider gives him a unique perspective on these subjects. Join us as we delve into all that and more.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-06-0545 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 Parenting Children with Disabilities in the African American Community Episode 3What are the different ways that children with disabilities communicate and express themselves to the world around them? Why does visibility matter for children with disabilities in the African American community? In this series, we will be exploring the topic of Parenting children with disabilities in the African American community. Two sister friends, Maya Corneille, Ph.D., and host, Niasha Fray, discuss their experience raising their daughters with Autism and Down Syndrome.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil...2022-05-2246 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 Parenting Children with Disabilities in the African American Community Episode 2Have you been curious about how parents receive their child's disability diagnosis? How about educational opportunities for African American children with disabilities? In this series, we will be exploring the topic of Parenting children with disabilities in the African American community. Two sister friends, Maya Corneille, Ph.D., and host, Niasha Fray, discuss their experience raising their daughters with Autism and Down Syndrome.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLCMusic provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-05-1535 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 3 Parenting Children with Disabilities in the African American Community Episode 1What is a disability? What is intersectionality? In this series, we will be exploring the topic of Parenting children with disabilities in the African American community. Two sister friends, Maya Corneille, Ph.D., and host, Niasha Fray, discuss their experience raising their daughters with Autism and Down Syndrome.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer II - S2T Media LLC\Music provided by Ryen David and Cecil Pusey2022-05-0829 min
Comfortable VegantarianLIVE IN THE KITCHEN WITH NIASHA LASHAWN ...Whipping Up Vegan Meals With NIASHA LASHAWN ...2022-05-0124 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2 Foster Care, Adoption, and Kinship Care in the African American Community Episode 3How can we support children and families in the adoption system? How do your traumas impact your ability to help others heal? Niasha Fray and her guests Melodye Fuller, Latanya (DuBois) DuBerry, and Aisha Henry explore these topics and more in our final installment of the adoption series on Questions You Didn't Ask.2022-04-1737 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2 Foster Care, Adoption, and Kinship Care in the African American Community Episode 2What parts do race and culture play in adoption and fostering? How do social workers impact the lives of children in foster care? In the second installment of this series of Questions You Didn't Ask, Niasha Fray explores adoption and foster care in the African-American community with her guests, Melodye Fuller, Latanya Dubois and Aisha Henry.Below is a list of several organizations that offer support, advocacy, and professional guidance to children, families, and professionals serving those impacted by foster care, adoption, and kinship care.A Second Chance Inc. https://www.asecondchance-kinship.com/...2022-04-1046 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 2 Foster Care, Adoption, and Kinship Care in the African American Community Episode 1How do children get into foster care? What is the process for people that want to adopt and foster children? In this series of Questions You Didn't Ask, your host, Niasha Fray, and her guests, Melodye Fuller, Latanya Dubois, and Aisha Henry discuss fostering and adopting children in the African-American community.Below is a list of several organizations that offer support, advocacy, and professional guidance to children, families, and professionals serving those impacted by foster care, adoption, and kinship care.A Second Chance Inc. https://www.asecondchance-kinship.com/A Home Within: https://www...2022-04-0351 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 1 Infertility in the African American Community Episode 3Below is a list of several organizations that offer social-emotional support and financial help in the form of fertility grants to African Americanso Broken Brown Egg: https://thebrokenbrownegg.org/o Fertility for Colored Girls: https://www.fertilityforcoloredgirls.org/about_uso Tina Q. Cade Foundation: https://cadefoundation.org/abouto Sister Girl Foundation: https://www.sister-girl.org/o Black Mamas Matter Alliance: https://blackmamasmatter.org/aboutConnect with Niasha Fray at https://niashafray.com/.Credits:Produced by Felicia Rousseau & C. Perry Eleazer...2022-03-2735 min
Questions You Didn't Ask Series 1 Infertility in the African American Community Episode 2Hosted by Health Equity consultant Niasha Fray, MA, MSPH Questions You Didn’t Ask is an educational podcast focused on Health Equity and wellness exploring topics we all think about but rarely discuss in the African American community.What about the Brothers?? What's more important: being a parent or being pregnant?? On this installment of Questions You Didn't Ask, your host, Niasha Fray, and her guests delve into infertility in African-American men, the costs of treatment and adoption. Infertility's emotional toll, barriers to overcome, the politics that surround the topic and discrimination by medical professionals are all ex...2022-03-2047 min
Questions You Didn't AskSeries 1 Infertility in the African American Community Episode 1Hosted by Health Equity consultant Niasha Fray, MA, MSPH Questions You Didn’t Ask is an educational podcast focused on Health Equity and wellness exploring topics we all think about but rarely discuss in the African American community.On our debut episode, Niasha explores the subject of Infertility in the African American community with guests Regina Townsend, the founder of the Broken Brown Egg, Inc. & Public Health expert Kenisha Bethea, MPH.Below is a list of several organizations that offer social-emotional support and financial help in the form of fertility grants to African Americans...2022-03-1245 min
All Music Is Good...The Music Review PodcastAll Music Is Good...Ep.29Album Review Podcast Ep.29 with your hosts Warren Hunter & Arik Blumw/special guest NiashaStream the show via Spotify, Apple Podcasts.Reviews start at 44:30Little Simz - Sometimes I Might Be An IntrovertArik: 9/10 Niasha: 9/10 Waz: 9.5/10Cleo Sol - MotherArik: 6/10 Niasha: 6.5/10 Waz: 7/10Ngiarre - 3Arik: 7.5/10 Niasha: 6.5/10 Waz: 6.5/10Kanye West - DondaArik: 3/10 Niasha: 3.75/10 Waz: 3/10Unofficially brought to you by the ‘Cash or...2021-09-242h 47
Maddie's Chat Show Podcast !!Empowering woman to be fabulous !! (16)Hello hello hello people, how are we doing ?? Welcome to another wonderful podcast..
On this episode of Maddie‘s chat show, I’ve got a wonderful guest Niasha that is a Life Coach Speaker, Author and Speaker. Her superpower & purpose is helping women to build their beauty confidence from the inside out.
By giving women to feel confident in their beauty, addiction to self development and she thirst for knowledge & learning to become a women’s empowerment and beauty confidence coach.
Niasha give Maddie a mini Coaching and empowering session with her powering words and energy.
Thank you for Come on thi...2021-04-1139 min
Women of Color and ConfidenceE17 As Strong As the Black Woman Next to You with Niasha Keens-DouglasThe Divas empowered Network was started to help women power through adversity. Leading women's empowerment circles and networking events, the community created here is one of support, collaboration, and encouragement.
Niasha and I do similar work and I'm so excited to chat with her and geek out on what it means to work everyday doing what we love: creating strong, confidence, empowered women!
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