Hairitage Talks
Hairitage Talks
Podcast Description
Welcome to "Hairitage: Celebrating Hair and Culture in Transracial Adoption," a light-hearted and engaging podcast hosted by Luke Mitchell and Tamekia Swint, Executive Director of Styles 4 Kidz.
In this podcast, we delve into important and informative discussions that revolve around the unique experiences of parents and children in the transracial adoptive, foster, and biracial community. Our focus? The beautiful connection between black hair and culture.
Join us as we navigate this exciting journey, providing a platform for parents and children to explore and learn about the significance of hair within the context of culture and identity. Through our lively conversations, we aim to highlight the diverse hair care needs, challenges, and triumphs within the transracial adoption community.
With Luke's humor and TRA (Transracial Adoptee) perspective and Tamekia's expertise as an advocate for children's hair care, we offer a blend of personal experiences, expert insights, and practical tips to support parents and empower children.
Whether you're seeking advice on hair care routines, discussing cultural heritage, exploring the impact of hair on self-esteem, or simply looking for a good laugh and heartfelt stories, "Hairitage" is your go-to resource.
Tune in as we embrace the joy of hair and culture, celebrating the richness of diversity and strengthening the bond within the transracial adoptive, foster, and biracial community. Let's embark on this educational and entertaining journey together!
Remember to subscribe and join us for each episode as we explore the beautiful world of hair and culture in transracial adoption. Follow Styles 4 Kidz on YouTube and Instagram for live clips and videos.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the intersection of hair, culture, and identity within transracial adoption, foster care, and biracial communities. Topics of discussion include the importance of hair care routines, cultural heritage influences, and personal experiences related to identity development, with episodes highlighting powerful narratives such as the journey of transracial adoptees during Black History Month and the cultural significance of hair care education.
Welcome to “Hairitage: Celebrating Hair and Culture in Transracial Adoption,” a light-hearted and engaging podcast hosted by Luke Mitchell and Tamekia Swint, Executive Director of Styles 4 Kidz.
In this podcast, we delve into important and informative discussions that revolve around the unique experiences of parents and children in the transracial adoptive, foster, and biracial community. Our focus? The beautiful connection between black hair and culture.
Join us as we navigate this exciting journey, providing a platform for parents and children to explore and learn about the significance of hair within the context of culture and identity. Through our lively conversations, we aim to highlight the diverse hair care needs, challenges, and triumphs within the transracial adoption community.
With Luke’s humor and TRA (Transracial Adoptee) perspective and Tamekia’s expertise as an advocate for children’s hair care, we offer a blend of personal experiences, expert insights, and practical tips to support parents and empower children.
Whether you’re seeking advice on hair care routines, discussing cultural heritage, exploring the impact of hair on self-esteem, or simply looking for a good laugh and heartfelt stories, “Hairitage” is your go-to resource.
Tune in as we embrace the joy of hair and culture, celebrating the richness of diversity and strengthening the bond within the transracial adoptive, foster, and biracial community. Let’s embark on this educational and entertaining journey together!
Remember to subscribe and join us for each episode as we explore the beautiful world of hair and culture in transracial adoption. Follow Styles 4 Kidz on YouTube and Instagram for live clips and videos.
In this episode of Hairitage Talks, Tamekia Swint, Executive Director of Styles 4 Kidz, sits down with Dr. Jenn Noble, licensed psychologist, parent coach, and founder of the Free to Be Collective. Together, they dive into real questions from our community about raising mixed-race and transracially adopted children. Don’t miss this powerful conversation on identity, belonging, and how parents can best support their kids to thrive.
Learn more about Dr. Jenn and the Free to Be Collective: www.freetobecollective.com
Follow Dr. Jenn on Instagram: @drjennpsych
Learn more about Styles 4 Kidz: www.styles4kidz.org
Follow Styles 4 Kidz on Instagram: @styles4kidz
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