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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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The Black Girl Podcast is a new audio series created by Scottie Beam (@scottiebeam on twitter/IG), Gia Peppers (@giapeppers), Sapphira (@sapphiraem), Bex (@BexxFrancois), and Alysha P (@AlyshaP819/@AlyshaP). After the five media phenoms met and became friends at hip hop's most iconic station, Hot 97, they decided to make their hilarious conversations about life issues, sisterhood, pop culture, love, growth, and the pursuit of their dreams to the public. Listen every week as their differing opinions and life experiences lead them to understand themselves, and the world around them, a little bit better. Hopefully, you'll laugh, argue, and learn something about yourselves, too. Follow us on Twitter and IG @blackgirlpod. Photo Credit: @elliott_ashby @freshoutthe80s

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[Episode 98] "Time." 1:38:45

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Alysha, Sapphira, Scottie, Bexx and Gia are all back! In this episode, they discuss how they are adjusting to being back outside, operating in “new normals,” and why everyone should watch Hulu’s new film, “Summer of Soul.” And, Alysha shares touching memories and a beautiful tribute to her longtime friend, Ayesha K. Faines, which leads to a conversation about the sacredness of life. Plus, they share an update on what BGP will be up to this Summer.…

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[Episode 97] "Zola." 38:04

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In this special episode of "Black Girl Podcast," Alysha, Sapphira and Gia interview A'ziah "Zola" King, the real life woman behind the most iconic tweets of all-time. Now that her tweets have been turned in to a feature film, we catch up with her about the whirlwind since her tweets went viral in 2015, becoming a writer and creative, watching her life on film, and what it was like to work with the actress who played her-- Taylour Paige. Catch "Zola" in a theater near you, now…

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[Episode 96] "Celebrate." 57:00

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! The ladies are back with another episode! Gia opens the show giving congratulatory love to her baby sister on becoming a doctor! Sapphira then shares her updates on her getaway to Puerto Rico, the full circle moments around planning a Juneteenth event in her city and more. And finally, the girls chat about Insecure wrapping, Issa Rae's legacy and the importance of being a kind, but fearless leader. Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 95] "Consistency." 54:29

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! Consistency...is a motha**! One of the most rewarding, yet difficult, experiences of growth is our relationship with consistency. Gia, Alysha and Bexx discuss each of their experiences and takeaways, how you choose to show up in the world and relationships. We talk balancing our “inner child” with our BIG age selves. Gia is BACK! online, after a long hiatus from social - & shares how she’s been “watering herself.” Bexx begins a 14-day staycation, and shares who recently stood in front of her lens. Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 94] "Speak." 1:09:55

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! Let’s talk. It’s been a while since we reflected over the impact the past 18 months in quarantine have left on us. One of which being the decision to “socially fast” - a mental health choice that’s rapidly growing into a necessity. Gia shares why she started her “social fast,” and how it’s affected her well being since. Also, the ladies discuss the recent news of DJ Olivia Dope’s experience of sexual harassment during her tenure as host on “See, the Thing Is” podcast. Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 93] "Dr. Afiya." 49:31

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! Dr, Afiya joins BGP to talk curls, coils, and consciousness. The Howard graduate and licensed psychologist introduces and explains her distinct field of study and service - “Psychohairapy.” We discuss the history of women and their hair throughout culture, the significance of the big chop across the globe and as an intimate decision, box braids and their spiritual history and ending the conversation with healing affirmations. Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 92] "Highs." 1:21:41

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! The ladies join the holiday festivities, with individual life updates. Gia, Sapph, Bexx, Lysh and Scottie take turns passing the mic, sharing what they’ve been up to, what’s been bringing them joy, how they’re recovering from Q1, how they’re bossing up in their careers and taking leaps to explore the “new.” The collective share their feelings of the "highs" and lows of the justified guilty verdict of Derek Chauvin as well as exploring the politics of the Covid Vaccine - the individual’s choice, valid hesitations and real fears associated with Western medicine. Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 91] "Sarah Jakes Roberts" 56:28

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Pastor, mom, wife, spiritual leader and author Sarah Jakes Roberts joins the ladies of BGP to discuss her new book, “Woman Evolve,” and answer their burning questions in a candid conversation about belief, God, returning to faith, and all the conversations about Christianity on social media. Yes, we talk about the holy helmet of salvation, sis. Tune in, and go grab your copy of Sarah’s new book, “Woman Evolve” available everywhere now.…

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[Episode 90] "NC-17 Pt 2." 1:53:56

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! What’s YOUR favorite position? Where’s the craziest location you’ve got it in? How and are you nurturing the sexual relationship you have with yourself? How much of your ego is attached to the way you give pleasure? The ladies answer these questions and MORE in our most generous and transparent conversation about sex. Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 89] "Angela Lewis." 1:04:44

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Angela Lewis - who plays our beloved “Auntie Louie” from FX’s 'SNOWFALL' - joins BlackGirlPodcast! The new mommy chats with us about her journey from Detroit to New York to LA, her career from stage to television, her personal journey through therapy, the on-screen relationship between Louie and Jerome Saint, where in Hollywood she sees herself next and, her relationship with faith.…

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[Episode 88] "Expertise." 1:07:22

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! In the newest episode, the ladies dissect the Derrick Jaxn situation, their frustrations with problematic rise of self-proclaimed experts, how faith plays a role in all of this and why it’s important to interrogate the intentions of everything and everyone on your TL. They begin a candid discussion about private vs public faith. Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 87] "Queen Afua." 1:06:51

4 years назад1:06:51

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The ladies sit down for an intimate, honest and open dialogue with internationally renowned herbalist, holistic health practitioner and Mental Wellness pioneer, Queen Afua. Discussing the release of her upcoming 20th anniversary edition of “Sacred Woman”, the women dive into the journey that led Queen Afua to where she is today-teaching women how to understand the power they hold in themselves through their everyday habits. The conversation of knowing your power expands for the women of BGP as Queen Afua addresses specific topics on womb wellness, healing, and forgiveness. She speaks directly to Scottie about finding compassion for her father, addresses Gia’s question on dating with a reading and digs deep into the importance of forgiving our mothers.…

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[Episode 86] "Entertained." 1:23:45

4 years назад1:23:45

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! In this new episode of Black Girl Podcast, the ladies discuss all things entertainment. They share their thoughts Meghan Markle’s groundbreaking interview with Oprah Winfrey, Andra Day’s award-winning portrayal of Billie Holiday and the layers of depth shown in “Judas and the Black Messiah." Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 85] "Compliments." 55:58

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This episode of Black Girl Podcast is sponsored by My Black is Beautiful! In this episode, the ladies of Black Girl Pod talk all things skincare and explore new practices of self-love by complimenting themselves. Plus, celebrity hairstylist, Felicia Leatherwood, joins them to talk about her own self-care journey, her love for My Black is Beautiful products and what it’s like to work with stars like Issa Rae, Jill Scott, Teyonah Parris and more! Be sure to follow @MBIB on Facebook & Instagram to learn more about their new collections! And don't forget to use the hashtags #MBIBSelfCare, #MyBlackIsBeautiful & #MBIB when posting your self-care hair days!…

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[Episode 84] "Coping." 1:01:36

4 years назад1:01:36