In the powerful finale of Self-Care School, Morgan opens with a meditation inspired by Claudette Colvin—evoking the bravery and grace of a girl who sat down so generations could rise. Vanessa then leads us in a jubilant lesson on celebration, teaching us how to honor ourselves and the communities that sustain us. Our favorite homegirls, Nyra, Renate, Yolanda, Sandria, and Trelani, join for a chorus of wisdom, gratitude, and laughter. And we lift the curtain to shine light on Tyreen and Jana of the GirlTrek team—the women who made this season possible with care, creativity, and hustle. This episode is a love letter, a reunion, and a reminder: we heal together.

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Lucille Clifton

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End of the Road

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In this episode, Morgan opens with a foremother meditation honoring the legacy of 1936 Olympic track and field star Tidye Pickett, a trailblazer whose story deserves to be told. Vanessa and Morgan then have a powerful intergenerational dialogue with next-gen Nyra. Vanessa leads a transformative lesson on how to share power and build community across generations, offering insights on fostering meaningful connections with younger changemakers. And, of course, Nyra brings trekker testimonies that breathe even more life into the conversation. This episode invites us all to step into deeper solidarity across generations.

We continue, Next Gen Week, with Vanessa guiding trekkers through a powerful foremother meditation inspired by the wisdom and resilience of Afeni Shakur—activist, mother, and visionary. Through this reflection, we honor the strength of those who came before us and ground ourselves in their lessons. Then, Morgan leads an illuminating exercise on value-based decision-making, helping us navigate two of life’s biggest choices—career paths and life partnerships. How do we define what truly matters to us? And how can we align those values with the futures we build? This episode is a call to clarity, care, and conscious selection.

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Cree Summer and Shan Boodram

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GloRilla interview on Angie Martinez

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Morgan opens this episode with a heartfelt tribute to Ruby Bridges, honoring her courage and legacy as a trailblazer in the fight for educational equity. Vanessa then leads a thoughtful lesson on the power of mentorship—how to step into the role of a guide while maintaining healthy boundaries that sustain both mentor and mentee. Whether you're looking to uplift others or seeking guidance yourself, this episode offers wisdom on building meaningful, balanced relationships in mentorship.

Vanessa opens this episode with a powerful dedication to the sisters in the movement—those working tirelessly to improve the lives of Black women. Morgan then leads a transformative lesson on self-esteem, offering practical guidance on how to nurture confidence and attract the community that uplifts and sustains you. Finally, Renate returns with insights and well-deserved shoutouts to Black women and girls making phenomenal contributions to the world. This episode is a celebration of strength, connection, and the brilliance of Black womanhood.

Vanessa opens Foremother Friday with a grounding poem, setting the tone for a powerful reflection on family, legacy, and care. Trelani joins to share wisdom from our ancestral guiding light, Sojourner Truth, weaving her lessons into parenting insights that transcend generations. Morgan offers heartfelt advice on parenting, and trekkers add their voices, sharing thoughts, wisdom, and lived experiences on mothering, parenting, and caretaking. This episode features an empowering original song by Judylne, a heartfelt ode to self-love. As we wrap up week nine, we celebrate the ways we nurture, protect, and uplift one another. Be sure to claim your Sojourner Truth badge!

Morgan opens this Talk Back Thursday with a meditation honoring the legendary Josephine Baker—entertainer, activist, spy, and mother—whose life embodied radical care. Then, Vanessa leads a lesson on end-of-life planning, offering guidance on navigating difficult conversations with compassion and intention. Nyra returns to uplift trekker testimonies, sharing wisdom and advice from the GirlTrek community. This episode is a call to prepare, to honor, and to hold space for life and death.

Morgan and Vanessa are not estate planners or legal experts, Please consult legal counsel for guidance tailored to your end-of-life-care needs.

Vanessa opens this episode with a foremother meditation honoring the wisdom of healer and legendary midwife Margaret Charles Smith. Then, a familiar voice returns—but in a new role. Our homegirl Sandria Washington joins, but this time she is being interviewed by Morgan.

Together, they explore the journey of adoption and the vital role of kinship care, continuing the podcast’s commitment to radical care. This episode offers insight, reflection, and guidance for trekkers navigating the complexities of family, legacy, and community-rooted healing.