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Why You Need to Find an Accountability Partner; How to Find a Financial Planner in 2025
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29:38
We boycotting or nah?
Is it STILL January?
On today's show:
Mandi and Chris are at the Brown Table talking about his new move to SF, how he navigated dating after divorce (babe!) and we quickly cover the stock market tumble for tech giants and how bird flu is decimating our wallets.
Then...we're joined by the curl queen herself, Kim Lewis, the founder of CurlMix, to share an insider's POV on the retail rollercoaster: With big retailers like Target rolling back their DEI initiatives, Kim’s keeping it real about the impact on Black-owned brands. Will boycotting work? What's the bigger picture here? How can we best support the brands we love without feeding into companies that don't love us?
How can new entrepreneurs stay motivated when funding is drying up and Voldemort is bullying corporations into dropping commitments to diversity?
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49:39
Time to Stop Romanticizing The Struggling Black Woman (BA QA)
OK BA Fam, in this episode of the BA Q&A Mandi gets personal, opening up about the emotional toll of job uncertainty and how recent executive orders have directly impacted her husband and other family members. She takes us on a deep dive into the realities of over-employment, especially for women of color, and sheds light on why so many Black women are juggling multiple jobs just to stay afloat.
The tea:
The emotional toll of commuting, job uncertainty, and workplace inflexibility.
The hard truths about over-employment and why Black women are out here doing the most just to make ends meet.
Salary negotiation tips for all our nonprofit baddies trying to get that bag.
A reminder that you don’t have to carry your struggles alone—community is everything.
Why You’ll Love This Episode:
It’s real, relatable, and packed with practical gems. Whether you’re navigating work-life chaos or just need a reminder to breathe, Mandi’s here to let you know you’re not alone. Plus, we’re flipping the script on the “strong Black woman” trope and reclaiming our joy.
Let’s Keep It Going:
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28:29
We All We Got
Okay, BA fam—the same week you-know-who was sworn in for another term in office, we are doing what we do best — giving the 92% a platform where we can stand tall, be proud and lift one another up! This is a heartfelt, funny, and real conversation featuring BA host Mandi Woodruff-Santos along with guests Deesha Dyer and Errin Haines.
This episode is giving:
The tea on gatekeeping in corporate America.
Lessons on owning your identity unapologetically.
Why finding joy and laughter is a radical act of self-care.
Deesha shares highlights from her time as a White House social secretary (yes, she was running things for the Obama Administration) and the challenges of transitioning to life post-White House.
Errin reflects on her career as a trailblazing journalist and her mission to amplify marginalized voices through her work with The 19th.
Why You’ll Love This Episode:
It’s inspiring, empowering, and straight-up hilarious at times. If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying the world on your shoulders, this one’s for you. Mandi, Deesha, and Errin remind us why community, authenticity, and joy are everything.
Let’s Keep It Going:
If you’re feeling this episode, share it with your squad! Don’t forget to rate, review, and tag us with your takeaways. Let’s keep lifting each other up.
✨ Laugh more. Stress less. Win big. ✨
Follow the Guests:
Deesha Dyer: @DeeDyer267
Errin Haines: @emarvelous and The 19th
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1:10:21
Work-Life Balance and Credit Card Debt Dilemma
Hey BA fam! It's time for another BA QA. This week, Mandi is joined by Yanely Espinal and Chris Brown to tackle everything from auto refinancing, work-life balance, and credit card debt. Get the lowdown on shopping around for the best financial options, the complexities of managing debt versus investments, and more!
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