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National Sounds of Gospel PodcastNational Sounds of Gospel with Tameka J Special Guest Award Winner Inspirational Artist Lamont SandersWelcome to National Sounds of Gospel with Tameka J with Special Guest Award Winning Inspirational Artist Lamont Sanders2025-05-1029 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #10 Black Beauty Culture of Nova Scotia, CanadaDr. Tameka and her guest, Samantha Dixon Slawter, Operator of Styles by SD Ltd, and Co-founder of The Black Beauty Culture Association of Nova Scotia, discuss the beauty culture in Canada.Book Recommended by SamanthaScience of Black Hairhttps://www.amazon.com/Science-Black-Hair-Comprehensive-Textured/dp/0984518428Hair Storyhttps://www.amazon.com/Hair-Story-Untangling-Roots-America/dp/1250046572/ref=pd_bxgy_thbs_d_sccl_2/145-3315246-3688541?pd_rd_w=oZ0rR&content-id=amzn1.sym.c51e3ad7-b551-4b1a-b43c-3cf69addb649&pf_rd_p=c51e3ad7-b551-4b1a-b43c-3cf69addb649...2024-07-311h 03
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 #9 Fashion and Beauty Advocate for Curvy WomenDr. Tameka will have the honor of speaking to Lindy Peavy, Founder of Cultured Curves and winner of the Luxe Style Magazine Best Writer Award for her new book, "The Cultured Curves Guide to Style for Mature Curvy Women."Purchase Linda's Bookhttps://www.culturedcurves.com/book/For grant writing assistance from Lindahttps://lipav.com/about/the-owner/Stay Connected with Lindahttps://www.instagram.com/lindampeavy/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/lipavhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lindapeavy/-------------------------------------Stay connected with Dr...2024-07-251h 13
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #8 Inclusive Beauty App and AllDr. Tameka and her guest, Camille Genise, Co-Founder of the FELOH Beauty App and Entrepreneur in Residence at Jumpstart Inc., will discuss her inclusive beauty app, upcoming CROWN Act Day Experience, and the critically important petition to pass the Ohio CROWN Act.-------------------------Stay in the know...Register for the FELOH CROWN Act Day Experiencehttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/crown-day-beauty-experience-tickets-935911786347Sign the Ohio CROWN Act Petitionhttps://www.change.org/p/end-hair-texture-and-hairstyle-discrimination-in-ohio?source_location=searchRead about the status of the Ohio CROWN Acthttps://ohiocapitaljournal.com/2024/06/13...2024-07-1556 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #7 Black Stories Must be Kept Alive!!In honor of stepping into the season of Juneteenth, Dr. Tameka and her guest, Beverly Lloyd (aka Mama Awan) of the Cleveland Association of Black Storytellers, discuss the importance of keeping Black stories and traditions alive.Connect with The Cleveland Association of Black Storytellershttps://www.clevelandstorytellers.org/-------------------------------------Stay connected with Dr. Tameka https://linktr.ee/drtamekaellingtonBuy Dr. Tameka's book, "Black Hair in a White World"https://bookshop.org/p/books/black-hair-in-a-white-world-tameka-n-ellington/19039637?ean=9781606354568-------------------------------------During our episode, technology let us down, and we unfortunately missed the f...2024-06-1544 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #6 Black Women's Hair and Mental HealthDr. Tameka and her guest, therapist, Dr. Afiya Mbilishaka discuss the deep connection Black women have to their hair and how that connection may be impacting their mental health. They also discussed her new book, "Laid to the Side: Disrupting the Silence of Black Girl's Hair Stories in School."--------------------------------Stay connected to Dr. Afiya on Instagram on all her sights @dr_Afiya@psychohairapy@laidtothesideBuy Ad. Afiya's book https://www.amazon.com/Laid-Side-Disrupting-Silence-Stories/dp/B0CXG4QZ1C---------------------------------Stay connected with Dr. Tameka https://linktr.ee/drt...2024-05-2947 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #5 Black Women's History in ArtDr. Tameka and her guest, artist Chesley Antoinette, discuss her ground breaking exhibition "Tignon," and her career as a fiber sculptor focusing on telling the story of Black women through art.Learn all about the historic Tignon Law enacted by Governor Don Estevan Miro of New Orleans in 1786 to discriminate against enslaved and freed African women. The law was meant to dampen the beauty of African women, but the very opposite happened! https://www.nps.gov/ethnography/aah/aaheritage/frenchama.htm#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20tignon%20decree,they%20were%20enslaved%20or%20not.Check out th...2024-05-2231 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #4 The Need for Diversity in MuseumsYou can walk into almost any professional space and one of the first things you’ll notice is the lack of diversity amongst the employees and administration. In almost every professional discipline there is a lack of diversity amongst those involved, especially those who have decision-making power is a challenge. Museum are some of the most segregated spaces. Dr. Tameka and her guest, Executive Director of the Massillon Museum, Alex Coon will discuss the diversity missing in museums and what can be done to combat these issues.---------------------------Check out the exhibition Dr. Tameka curated at the Mass...2024-05-161h 10
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #3 Women Leaders - Women's History MonthDr. Tameka and her guest, NAACP Akron Chapter President, Judi Hill, discuss the hardships and triumphs of the 10 year legacy of leadership she has created. Tap into the show to glean from this amazing woman leader. Stay Connected with President Judi Hill and the Akron NAACP. https://www.naacpakron.org/contact-3If you would like to join your local NAACP click the link below. https://naacp.org/join-naacp/become-member-----------------------------------------------------Stay connected with Dr. Tameka https://linktr.ee/drtamekaellingtonBuy Dr. Tameka's personal and professional development book...2024-04-0549 min
Take 10: Moments for GodEp.19 - Surrounded Pt.3Welcome to episode 19 of Take 10, hosted by Tameka. This episode is a part of our "Surrounded" series, diving deep into the biblical scripture 2nd Kings 6, verses 19 to 23.
Tameka interprets this act as a profound demonstration of faith, love, forgiveness, and spiritual maturity, providing an instructive reflection for our own ingrained biases, reactions, and interactions. What looks like an enemy isn't always what we believe it to be, revealing the often misinterpreted triggers and self-confrontations underneath the surface. By learning from this story, we are invited to turn inward, recognize our own blindness and, in doing so, bring...2024-03-0410 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #2 Black Women's Hair and Health CareDr. Tameka and her guest, Radiology student, Angela Udongwo, discuss the ground breaking research she is working on involving x-ray discrepancies caused by a lack of knowledge about Black hair. Black people still face health disparities at every turn, who would have thought that our hair would be a factor in that. ------------------------------------Stay connected with Angela.IG @angelaudongwoWatch Angela on Fox News discussing her workhttps://www.fox29.com/video/1310715Angela in the mediahttps://afrotech.com/temple-medical-student-black-hairstyles-research-project----------------------------------Stay connected with Dr. Tameka https://li...2024-02-2638 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 3 Episode #1 Black Women and Mama TraumaDr. Tameka and her guest, Dani Ellison, Transformational Coach discuss Black women breaking the cycle of maternal abuse. Toxic mothers/maternal figures often destroy the lives of their children. You can move beyond that abuse and heal your inner child to become the healthy fully functioning person you deserve to be. Dani can help you do that. Work with Dani Ellisonellisonink.comStay Connected with Dani Ellisonlinkedin.com/in/ellisoninkdani@ellisonink.com------------------------------------------Books to help you heal"Toxic Parents: Overcoming Their Hurtful Legacy and Re...2024-02-201h 01Take 10: Moments for GodEp. 18 - Surrounded Pt. 2In this episode of the Take 10 Podcast, host Tameka dives into the story of Elisha, sharing scriptures from Second Kings 6. Part Two of the Surrounded series will lead listeners down a path of faith and God’s supernatural power. Unpack the moment when Elisha’s servant, in fear of the great army surrounding them, asked for guidance. She draws analogies from the scriptures, using them as lessons for modern-day leaders and mentors about perspective-sharing.
Join Tameka for a thought-provoking exploration of God's power, faith, and divine protection in episode 18, part two of the Surrounded series, and learn how G...2024-02-1408 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 16 - You Are MineIn this episode of "Take 10", your host Tameka walks you through the beautiful concept of divine possession as found in Isaiah 43:1-3. Drawing a parallel between the relationship of adoptive parents and children, Tameka deepens your understanding of how God is ours - adopting us, loving, and providing for us.
This profound episode titled "You are Mine" is born out of the lyric from the song "Oceans Where Feet May Fail" by Hillsong. It explores the poignant concept of ownership and possession between Israel and God as depicted in the Old Testament. She pinpoints the boundless joy...2024-01-3109 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 15 - I Am YoursIn this episode of "Take 10," host Tameka shares an inspiring reflection titled "I Am Yours." She begins by recounting her spiritual connection with the song "Oceans, Where Feet May Fell" by Hillsong, specifically being touched by the phrase 'I am yours and you are mine.' This leads Tameka to base her insightful conversation on a verse from Psalms 119:94.
Tameka recalls an event that significantly changed her perspective—one where her father stood up for her and protected her. This incident imprinted a powerful notion of possession, protection, and safety, which she parallels onto her spiritual journey....2024-01-2908 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 14 - Who’s In Your Boat - Part 3In Episode 14, titled "Who is in your boat - Part 3," we dive deep into the powerful scripture found in Matthew 13:22-32.
Tameka continues this theme of identifying who is in your boat, as you walk through life and journey with God.
The climactic moment is painted vividly – as Jesus and Peter climb back into the boat, the winds cease. It's a cinematic scene signaling the end of a scene or season. Tameka invites listeners to consider who is in their boat, drawing parallels to the demonstration of Jesus as the Son of God.
2024-01-1709 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 13 - Who’s In Your Boat - Part 2Welcome to Episode 13 of "In Your Boat" with your host, Tameka. In this installment, we delve into the continuation of the story in Matthew 8:23-27 – "Who is in your boat - Part 2."
Join Tameka as she unfolds the lessons embedded in this scripture. The narrative begins with Jesus stepping into a boat, and His disciples faithfully following. Little did they know, a great tempest awaited them on the sea, challenging the common notion that following Jesus shields us from life's storms.
Building on the previous episode, Tameka emphasizes the significance of knowing who is in ou...2024-01-1509 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 12 - Who’s In Your Boat - Pt. 1Episode 12 of "Take 10" with host, Tameka, as she explores the theme, "Who's In Your Boat." Drawing inspiration from Acts 27:18-26, this episode delves into a gripping narrative of a storm-battered ship facing imminent destruction.
Tameka guides us through the turbulent waters, the crew's desperate measures, such as tossing cargo overboard and abandoning ship's tackle, paint a vivid picture for us to take an inventory of who and what is in our boat. Drawing conclusions between Jonah and Paul, Tameka shares how much it really matters the state of our company and what we need to do with...2024-01-0309 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 2 #9 Peace, Love, and Life Through MusicDr. Tameka and her guest, Vocalist and Songwriter Dara (pronounced Dare-a) Sherman, discuss the connection of peace of mind and music. -----------------------Connected with Dara Shermanhttps://darashermanmusic.com/IG @DaraShermanMusic Facebook @DaraShermanmusic YouTube @DaraShermanMusicDara's music is available on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, Deezer , Pandora, and all music platforms Globally - (Dara Sherman). ----------------------Stay connected with Dr. Tameka https://linktr.ee/drtamekaellingtonBuy Dr. Tameka's personal development books "Make Fear Your Superpower: 9 Heroic Strategies to Ignite the Best Version of You""Your Superp...2023-12-3047 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 9 - Part 6 of 8: DeclarationWelcome back to "Take 10" with your host, Tameka. In this latest episode, titled "Declaration," we're delving into the heart of our series, "Your Identity Will Take Down Giants," where Tameka explores 1 Samuel 17:41-47.
David's journey is marked by negativity—from his brother, Eliab, King Saul, to the Philistine giant, Goliath. He faces underestimation, accusation, and even patronization. Yet, in the face of these challenges, David's response becomes a beacon of strength.
Join Tameka in this episode of "Take 10" as she unravels the layers of David's response, exploring the transformative power of identity, faith, and declarations in...2023-12-2709 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 2 Episode #8 Hair Relaxer Lawsuit: Where Do We Go From Here?Dr. Tameka and her guests, Dr. Crystal Porter, hair scientist and former employee at L'Oréal and Toni Bryanne, social media beauty influencer discuss the anniversary of the hair relaxer lawsuit, beauty discrimination, and the future of Black beauty.Stay WOKE -- "Thousands of Black women claim hair relaxers gave them cancer" https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/loreal-hair-relaxers-litigation/#:~:text=The%20NIH%20study%20of%20more,the%20study%20developed%20uterine%20cancer.----------------------------------------Connect with Dr. Crystal Porterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/hairscientistdrcrystal/https://www.youtube.com/@OurBlackHairMattershttps://www.maneinsights.com2023-12-261h 07Take 10: Moments for GodEp. 7 - Part 4 of 8: RememberIn this captivating episode, Tameka delves into the timeless story of David and Goliath, drawing inspiration from 1 Samuel 17:31-37. Join us for the 4th installment of our 8-part series where we explore how your identity can take down giants.
Join Tameka as she explores the profound lessons in David's journey, reminding us that our past victories, no matter how small, can equip us to face the giants in our lives. Remember, if God has done it before, He can do it again.
Don't miss this episode filled with inspiration and insights into facing life's giants...2023-12-2209 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 4 - Part 2 of 8: InquiryWelcome back to Take 10 with your host, Tameka. In this episode, part 2 of our 8-part series, "Your Identity Will Take Down Giants," we delve into 1 Samuel 17:24-27.
The episode prompts introspection—what are you asking God and wise, truth-telling individuals? Who is guiding you as you count up the costs in pursuing your goals? Tameka challenges us to seek counsel from God-fearing sources, emphasizing the importance of gathering data and understanding the assignment. It's not just about desiring the reward; have you done your homework?
Join us in this thought-provoking exploration of David's inquiries and th...2023-12-1809 minTake 10: Moments for GodEp. 3 - Part 1 of 8: ObedienceThis is the first episode of an eight-part series, "Your Identity Will Take Down Giants," where Tameka delves into the timeless story of David and Goliath. In this inaugural episode titled "Obedience," she explores 1 Samuel 17:17-23, focusing on David's unwavering obedience to his earthly father, Jesse.
Tameka sets the stage for our exploration of obedience's significance. She dissect how David's obedience, encompassing his identity as a son, brother, shepherd, and citizen, places him in a pivotal position.
The central theme resonates—obedience is better than sacrifice. As we reflect on David's posture of obedience, we po...2023-12-1509 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 2 Episode #7 Black by AssociationDr. Tameka and her guest, award-wining author and speaker, Silvia Davis, discuss the phenomenon of Blackness as a monolith and what it means to be Black today.Stay connected with Silvia:Via social media -- IG @thesilviadavis and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesilviadavis/Watch her podcast -- https://livingaparable.buzzsprout.com/Get her book -- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/living-a-parable-silvia-davis/1139585102Stay Connected with Dr. Tameka:Via social media -- https://linktr.ee/drtamekaellingtonBook Dr. Tameka for your next event -- https://www.drtamekaellington.co...2023-11-2653 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 2 Episode #6 Celebrating National Author's DayTHE BLACK BEAUTY ACTIVIST PODCAST is celebrating National Author's Day with young queen authors, Kamille and Kamryn Smith. Dr. Tameka will discuss with them their journey into authorship and what it takes to write a children's book.Buy their books Switching Up My Hair by Kamille SmithBe Free: Just do it Your Way by Kamryn SmithPurchase their books and stay connected --- https://publishedat9.com/https://www.instagram.com/halloffameauthors/-------------------------Stay connected with Dr. Tameka https://linktr.ee/drtamekaellingtonBuy Dr. Tameka's Black beau...2023-11-0223 min
The Black Beauty ActivistSeason 2 Episode #5 Black Woman with a Millionaire MindsetDr. Tameka Ellington and her guest, Cheryl Perez, serial entrepreneur, wife, and mom, discuss the mindset it takes to build a million dollar brand. Ladies, if you desire to be a millionaire, it is within your reach. Recommended reading -- "We Should All Be Millionaires" by Rachel Rodgers. NO MORE "broke ass thoughts!!"--------------------------Stay connected with Cheryl C. Perezhttps://www.cherylcperez.com/Watch and learn from Cheryl on CP TV https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7SJc29Ax8ew-------------------------Stay connected with Dr. Tameka https://linktr.ee/d...2023-10-241h 02