Small Doses with Amanda Seales
Amanda Seales
Now in its 7th season, just like its host, artistic intellectual, Amanda Seales, Small Doses podcast is known for its hilarious, honest, and philosophical take on all “Side Effects” of life it tackles. Each episode be edutained by high level topics grounded in down to earth conversations with icons, experts and sometimes, Ms. Seales flying solo. Small Doses podcast raises awareness, piques curiosity, and challenges toxic norms expanding minds with one of a kind convos one episode a time!
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Mar 27, 2024 • 59min
Side Effects of Black Liturgies (with Cole Arthur Riley)
Author Cole Arthur Riley discusses her NYT Bestseller Black Liturgies, exploring self-identity, inner vs. interior self, sacred connections, call and response dynamics in black traditions, significance of black narratives and literature, and embracing imperfections in artistry.
Mar 20, 2024 • 49min
Side Effects of "Being Too Much"
What does it mean to be "too much"? This week, I'm examining a label that I, myself, have been mislabeled and dissect the thin line between desiring reciprocity and wanting what you haven't earned. Get your Smart Funny & Black merch here! For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 13, 2024 • 1h 4min
Side Effects of Restoring Black Educators (with Carmita Semaan)
This week, Founder and CEO of The Surge Institute Carmita Semaan breakdowns for us the current state of our education system and what we can do to uplift black educators. Get your Smart Funny & Black merch here! For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 6, 2024 • 1h 1min
Side Effects of Black Popular Culture (with Nicco Annan)
Nicco Annan drops by the podcast to talk about the impact of his trailblazing role as Uncle Clifford in P-Valley, and the Black pop cultural moments that shaped him. Get your Smart Funny & Black merch here! For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 28, 2024 • 47min
Side Effects of Standing on Business (with Congresswoman Barbara Lee)
Congresswoman Barbara Lee sits down with us to talk about the current political sphere, primary elections, and the difference between politicians and public servants. Get your Smart Funny & Black merch here! For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 21, 2024 • 52min
Side Effects of Corporate (with Corporate Erin)
Corporate Erin shares insights on workplace culture, diversity, and inclusion in corporate spaces. The discussion covers embracing personas, navigating corporate structures, promoting positivity at work, and incorporating wildlife analogies into professional discourse. Cultural representation, productivity amidst ghostly encounters, and the complexities of rushing an altar initiative are also explored.
Feb 14, 2024 • 51min
Side Effects of Civil Rights Pt.2 (with Sherrilyn Ifill)
The incomparable civil rights icon, Sherrilyn Ifill spins the block for a second dose of our conversation on why voting matters and the importance of continuing to honor the work of our ancestors. Get your Smart Funny & Black merch here! For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 7, 2024 • 40min
Side Effects of Civil Rights Pt. 1 (with Sherrilyn Ifill)
The incomparable civil rights icon, Sherrilyn Ifill schools us on the importance of black education, why voting matters, and our responsibility to honor the work of our ancestors. Get your Smart Funny & Black merch here! For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 31, 2024 • 55min
Side Effects of Prison Feminism (with Richie Reseda)
This week, we are joined by Richie Reseda of Question Culture to learn about how his time served in prison was a catalyst for dismantling the patriarchy behind bars. Get your Smart Funny & Black merch here! For more content, subscribe to our Youtube and Patreon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 24, 2024 • 41min
Side Effects of Finding Your Flow
This week we discuss how to find your flow and the importance of using your intuition to figure out when to redirect or let go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
