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BACKTalk Podcast by Successful Black Parenting Magazine

Janice Robinson-Celeste
Parenting
Black Families
Education
Mental Health
Community Support
Child Development
Representation
Generational Trauma
Black Maternal Health
Autism
Representation In Media
Social Emotional Learning
Systemic Racism
Empowerment
Black Parenting
Co-Parenting
Ruby Reneé Had So Much To Say
Maternal Health
Discipline
School-To-Prison Pipeline

Discussing topics important to the Black family worldwide with host, Janice Robinson-Celeste, publisher of Successful Black Parenting Magazine and Black Parenting Academy.

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Artwork for BACKTalk Podcast by Successful Black Parenting Magazine

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Black maternal health is one of the biggest health challenges facing Black families today. This episode looks at why Black mothers continue to face serious health risks, even when they have money, education, and good insurance, and what needs to chan... more

Behind every confident child is someone who believed in them first. At just 10 years old, King Moore earned national attention on America's Got Talent. In this episode, we explore the family, support, and mindset behind his remarkable journey—and wha... more

Some lessons stay with a child for life, planted by nothing more than a Saturday morning show and a few gentle songs. Long before streaming, a children's show called The New Zoo Revue was teaching kindness, feelings, and friendship to families across... more

Many moms are carrying more than anyone sees. This episode explores why traditional self-care advice often fails real mothers — especially Black mothers who are running on empty. Elisha Beach, founder of The Mom Forum and author of Balance Is Bullsh*... more

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Khaira M. Bridges
Earl Warren Professor of Public Law at UC Berkeley School of Law; author of Expecting Inequity
University of California, Berkeley; MIT Press
Episode: Money Can't Protect Black Mothers From This: The Truth About Black Maternal Health
King Moore
10-year-old actor, singer, dancer, and recording artist; founder of the Brand New World Campaign and Kixxit Girl Foundation
Brand New World Campaign; Kixxit Girl Foundation
Episode: From America’s Got Talent to Global Impact at 10 Years Old | King Moore’s Story
Doug Mamary
Co-creator of The New Zoo Revue
New Zoo Revue / Safari Town (in development)
Episode: The Forgotten Morning Show That Taught a Generation of Kids: The Story Behind The New Zoo Revue
Emmy Jo
Co-creator of The New Zoo Revue
New Zoo Revue / Safari Town (in development)
Episode: The Forgotten Morning Show That Taught a Generation of Kids: The Story Behind The New Zoo Revue
Elisha Beach
Founder of The Mom Forum; self-care advocate for mothers
The Mom Forum / author of Balances Bullshit
Episode: Balance Is Bullsh*t: The Truth About Real Self-Care for Moms
Iheoma Iruka
Professor at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; director of Equity Research Action Coalition
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute
Episode: How Black Families Nurture, Protect, and Raise Thriving Children Every Day - This Is How We Thrive!
Yesenia Moises
Toy maker, children's book illustrator, author
Center Black and Latina Children
Episode: The Truth About Representation in Children’s Books and Our Kids
LaNail Plummer
CEO of Onyx Therapy Group; author; professor
Onyx Therapy Group
Episode: Why Are So Many Black Women Emotionally Exhausted Right Now?
Dr. Paris Woods
Author of The Black Girl's Guide to Financial Freedom and The Student's Guide to Financial Freedom
Author/Educator
Episode: Why Black Teens Leave High School Financially Unprepared 📱

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Janice Robinson-Celeste
Host of BACKTalk, publisher of Successful Black Parenting Magazine

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Witty & informative!

    If you want honest, need to know information. This podcast is it!!

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    Stoneysayswhat
    United States7 years ago

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Witty & informative! This podcast is concise and honest, delivering practical insights.
Very thoughtful discussions that translate research into real-world parenting tips.
High-quality guests and pragmatic guidance for Black family life.

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Money Can't Protect Black Mothers From This: The Truth About Black Maternal Health
Q: What practical steps can expectant parents take to advocate for themselves?
Build a supportive community or tribe, consider doulas, and seek access to coordinated care programs like Beloved Birth that provide social support, transportation, housing, and practical resources.
Money Can't Protect Black Mothers From This: The Truth About Black Maternal Health
Q: What are some systemic contributors to racial disparities in maternal health?
Systemic contributors include healthcare and residential segregation, under-resourced hospitals serving poorer populations, and the broader structural racism that shapes where Black patients receive care and how it is delivered.
From America’s Got Talent to Global Impact at 10 Years Old | King Moore’s Story
Q: What advice do you have for parents who want to nurture their child's talent?
Invest in their confidence and opportunities, expose them to training like boot camps, and encourage a mindset of unity, service, and long-term goals rather than short-term rewards.
From America’s Got Talent to Global Impact at 10 Years Old | King Moore’s Story
Q: What was your experience like on America's Got Talent?
King felt jitters on the big stage but performed with energy and received support from the audience, culminating in multiple yeses and progression to the next rounds.
From America’s Got Talent to Global Impact at 10 Years Old | King Moore’s Story
Q: What is the Brand New World Campaign and why is it important?
It's a global initiative to provide shoes, food, and clothing to kids and their friends, with a goal of uniting children to donate and learn together, expanding to a documentary to showcase the journey.

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The show centers on Black family life, parenting, education, health, and cultural issues, with conversations that blend research-backed insights, personal stories, and practical guidance for families and caregivers. Guests range from academics and authors to practitioners and advocates who illuminate systemic factors shaping Black communities, and often offer actionable tips for parenting, financial literacy, mental health, and community empowerment. A notable strength is its ability to translate scholarly work and public policy topics into accessible, real-world advice for everyday families, while highlighting resilience, cultural wealth, and proactive solutions. Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful, evidence-informed discussions prese... more

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