As we are in the midsts of the holiday season, Paul & Shimina give a homage to their moms! Although we are our own people and make our own decisions, do we inevitably pick up our parents' personalities, traits, and habits? These bosses take a look at how their parents' behaviors and mentalities take form in their everyday lives.

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

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The Apple Doesn't Fall Far From the Tree

Paul and Shimina do something different this week! For the first time, we invite a guest to our show. Our colleague and head boss, Rosalind Cohen-Baruch, joins us to discuss her versatile career and transition from the non-profit education sector to the private sector, as a human resources professional. You can follow her on Twitter (@RosalindCB) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/rosalindbaruch).

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Making the Next Step (feat. Rosalind Cohen-Baruch)

Our friend and head boss, Dynasti Hunt, takes the mic to share aspects of her career and advice as a Vice President of Human Resources. You can follow Dynasti on Twitter (@dynasti.hunt) and LinkedIn (linkedin.com/in/dynastihunt/). Also, check out her new leadership blog barraisedleaders.com, and get more resume building tips from her other website resumeslay.com. 

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Wisdom from a True VP (feat. Dynasti Hunt)

How is professionalism defined in your industry? Paul & Shimina discuss professionalism and office culture. They also share their frank opinions on what’s considered unprofessional in the workplace.

White man kills black man NYC - http://nbcnews.to/2okYYzh

Democrats introduce MARALAGO Act - http://thehill.com/blogs/floor-action/senate/325651-dems-introduce-bill-to-publish-mar-a-lago-white-house-visitor-logs

Zimbabwe Therapy Grannies - https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera/videos/10155325277218690/

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Professionalism

TLC said it first… what about your friends? Paul & Shimina kick back and talk about friendship etiquette or rather “friendiquette.” They even reflect on their own attributes, both strengths and weaknesses, as it relates to their personal roles in friendships or group environments. 

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

What About Your Friends?

Shimina explores the various factors that hold us back from making decisions or moves in our life that actually may be for the better. Factors include fear, lack of planning, making ends meet, criticism, confidence, and social constructs such as race and sexuality. 
 
Bill Maher apologizes on 'Real Time' over using racial slur: 'I did a bad thing' - http://money.cnn.com/2017/06/09/media/bill-maher-real-time-comments-racial-slur/index.html
 
Turns out, the joke was on Kathy Griffin - http://www.miamiherald.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/carl-hiaasen/article155412344.html
 
18 Revelations From Comey's Senate Testimony About Trump And Russia - https://www.buzzfeed.com/davidmack/james-comey-statement-senate?utm_term=.ri3byd7NN5#.naRNPZAgg4
 
A timeline of the Trump-Comey saga - https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2017/06/10/politics/trump-comey-testimony-timeline-what-we-know/index.html
 
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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

What is Holding You Back?

Stand-up meeting time! As managers, Shimina & Paul interview people all the time. As it’s interview season, your co-hosts share their professional opinions on interview etiquette--from the standpoint of both the candidate and the employer.

SUP #4: Job Interviews

This week Paul and Shimina provide words of wisdom to their “colleagues” based on personal situations and experiences that are either recurring or one-offs throughout their professional lives.
 
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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Dear Colleague...

“Fear of missing out” (aka FOMO): the pressure to participate in all events, consume all types of media, or be in proximity of all experiences in order to feel a sense of fulfillment. This feeling is real! Paul and Shimina discuss the many shapes of FOMO and analyze how it may affect both the professional and personal life.

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

FOMO

People of color often get mislabeled as being intimidating. What does that even mean? Where does that come from? Paul and Shimina explore how intimidation precipitates in the workplace. They also discuss how certain traits may appear as intimidating, when more often than not, these traits are considered positive attributes in a leader. The following article is referenced in today’s episode: https://www.aconsciousrethink.com/2925/13-signs-you-have-a-strong-personality-that-might-scare-some-people/

Lil Duval on The Breakfast Club - https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2017/07/31/i-dont-care-she-dying-comedian-lil-duval-says-he-would-kill-a-sexual-partner-if-he-learned-she-was-transgender/?utm_term=.fe37a16bdcc4

AirBnb’s Response to protests and violence in Charlottesville, VA
http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/ahead-far-right-wing-rally-virginia-airbnb-cancels-accounts-n790716

Uber's New Exec Bozoma Saint John on Sexism, Embracing Fear, and Bringing Her 'Whole Self' to Work - https://www.glamour.com/story/bozoma-saint-john-uber-chief-brand-officer 

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

The Intimidation Game

This week Paul and Shimina discuss making mistakes at work, and how we recover from them. Your co-hosts explore mistakes in the context of their professional careers--both clerical and political--both big and small.

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Same Ol' Mistakes

Paul & Shimina celebrate their one-year anniversary (30 episodes) since starting Head Boss In Charge. Celebrate, laugh, and reflect as they honor today’s episode by discussing key pop culture moments since the year 2000, but in the context of where they were in their lives, how they responded, and how those moments personally influenced them, and the world today.

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

1 Year Anniversary: Then & Now

Do you ever feel limited by the English language? Are you able to find the words that exactly define how you feel? Human emotions and experiences are expansive, and they sometimes take more than one English word to explain such emotions. Research shows that defining our feelings can help us better regulate our emotions and weaken negative emotions, but it’s not always easy to find the right word. Paul shares a list of emotions you may have experienced but couldn’t put into words. https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/7-words-for-emotions-youve-probably-experienced-but-never-knew/ 

Aaron Hernandez and CTE Story
https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/patriots/2017/09/21/aaron-hernandez-cte-suicide-murder-new-england-patriots/690651001/

Piers Morgan's Obsession with the N-Word
http://mashable.com/2017/09/21/piers-morgan-tweet-sorority-singing-kanye-west-lyrics/#fyExINzv1iqJ

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

So Tell Me How You Really Feel

Stay in your lane… stop swerving! Have you encountered experiences in your professional and personal life, when people take the liberty to swerve in your lane? Shimina and Paul define this concept in their lives, provide examples, and potential solutions on how to respond to habitual lane crossers. Your co-hosts also play a fun game called, “For the Culture.” Listen, and play along with us!

Little Richard Shenanigans 
http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2017/10/07/little-richard-says-hes-no-longer-gay-says-it-is-unnatural/

White Supremacy in Charlottesville...Again
http://www.theroot.com/richard-spencer-and-his-tiki-torch-bitches-are-back-me-1819259689

U.S. Mass Shootings 
https://www.theroot.com/this-is-only-the-deadliest-shooting-in-u-s-history-bec-1819112938?utm_medium=sharefromsite&utm_source=The_Root_twitter

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Stay In Your Lane

Do things ever get too much in life, to the point where you numb your emotions to get through the day? Paul & Shimina talk about the idea of numbing and its effects on the self and our relationship with others--be it at work or in our personal lives. Your co-hosts also play a fun game called, “Dinner, Drinks, Bar fight!” Listen, and play along with us!

Rose McGowan Tries It 
https://blavity.com/rose-mcgowan-knows-she-messed-up-n-word-comparison-apologizes-for-stupidity-lapse?utm_content=bufferac9ab&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer

Lupita Nyongo tells the truth about Harvey Weinstein 
https://www.google.com/amp/deadline.com/2017/10/harvey-weinstein-responds-lupita-nyongo-sexual-harassment-op-ed-1202192376/amp/

Why we still teaching about Pilgrims?
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4998398/Apparent-slavery-recreation-causes-school-district-apology.html

Shonda Rhimes: 3rd black woman inducted into TV Hall of Fame
https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2017/10/shonda-rhimes-tv-academy-hall-of-fame-inductee-list

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Numb the Pain Away

In honor of Thanksgiving, Paul and Shimina take a trip down memory lane and share their unique school experiences.

Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian Get Married
https://www.essence.com/news/serena-williams-and-alexis-ohanian-marry-wedding

African Americans Don’t Sleep as Well as Whites, an inequality stretching back to slavery
http://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-oe-reiss-race-sleep-gap-20170423-story,amp.html

Former Google Engineer Claims That The Google CEO Once Mistook Her For An Administrative Assistant - https://blavity.com/erica-joy-baker-former-google-engineer-racism-gender-bias-at-company?utm_content=buffer2d8c8&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer


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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

When I Was In School...

Paul has been intrigued by scientology, specifically through Leah Remini’s A&E show and the HBO documentary, “Going Clear.” It is said that people fall into scientology due to their desire to be a better person; however, scientology seems to take the concept of “self help” or self improvement to a detrimental level. Paul and Shimina explore the concept of “self help.” Why do we have it? Why do we need it? And does self-help ever go too far?

When self-improvement is self-destruction: The 4 warning signs
http://www.latimes.com/health/la-he-danielle-laporte-20170527-story.html 

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

When Self Help Goes Too Far

Paul and Shimina close out the year by focusing on what’s ahead. Let’s be honest… despite having some well-deserved, celebratory moments and achievements, 2017 still gave us a run for our money. Your co-hosts look forward, and begin paving their vision for the year ahead. Paul and Shimina play more reindeer games by picking only ONE celebrity to go or stay. The episode closes out with the usual boss ass bitches, and bitch ass bosses of the week. Thanks for sticking with us or even for just joining us. Have a happy holidays and a happy new year! We'll be back on January 8.

50 Tough Questions You Never Ask Yourself, But Should -
https://www.inc.com/marla-tabaka/50-tough-questions-you-never-ask-yourself-but-should.html 

2018 Grammy Nominations -
http://variety.com/2017/music/news/2018-grammy-nominations-list-nominees-1202623881/ 

2018 Golden Globe Nominations -
http://variety.com/2017/film/news/golden-globe-nominations-2018-nominees-full-list-1202634435/ 

Papa John's CEO Steps Down Following Controversial Remarks On NFL - 
https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2017/12/22/572779230/papa-johns-ceo-steps-down-following-controversial-remarks-on-nfl?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_content=2051

News Anchor Expertly Claps Back At Viewer Who Called Her N****r -
https://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_5a280a68e4b044d1672679cf

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

The Road Ahead... 2018!

Paul and Shimina discuss the inevitable toxicity that seeps into office/work environments. How does one respond to toxic actions in the workplace? And what methods can one use to preserve themselves in a toxic wasteland? Your co-hosts share their experiences and opinions.

Mary J. Blige - Hollywood Walk of Fame - https://www.bet.com/music/2018/01/05/mary-j-blige-honored-with-star-on-hollywood-walk-of-fame.html

Shonda Rhimes: How to Get Away with Scandal - https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2018/jan/04/how-to-get-away-with-murder-scandal-crossover-tv

Fire and Fury - https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2018/01/05/opinions/much-of-wolffs-trump-book-rings-true-opinion-dantonio/index.html?__twitter_impression=true

Logan Paul disrespect to Japan - http://m.eonline.com/news/904025/logan-paul-s-whole-trip-to-japan-was-pretty-disrespectful

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Self-Preservation in a Toxic Work Environment

Paul and Shimina are bosses who LOVE to travel. Take a listen, as your co-hosts share where they travel, their experiences, and various tips and tricks.

Ellen Pompeo, TV’s highest paid woman
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/features/ellen-pompeo-tvs-20-million-woman-reveals-her-behind-scenes-fight-what-i-deserve-1074978 

2018 Oscar Nominations
http://variety.com/2018/film/news/list-2018-oscar-nominations-1202668757/ 

Trans Actor in Grey's Anatomy 
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/greys-anatomy-transgender-storyline-explained-alex-blue-davis-interview-1075535

Bitch to Bank of America 
https://www.wsj.com/amp/articles/bankofamerica-no-more-free-checking-for-customers-with-low-balances-1516625715?mod=e2tw&__twitter_impression=true

Niecy Nash SAG Awards
http://www.vulture.com/2018/01/niecy-nash-calls-dibs-on-reading-sterling-k-browns-sag-win.html

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Traveling While Black and Gay

First off, Happy Black History Month. While they celebrate all things black and black-ish, Shimina and Paul take the time to explain things they are not here for any longer. It’s 2018, and it’s time to moooooove forward!

Rose McGowan interviews with ABC’s Juju Chang
http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/rose-mcgowan-alyssa-milano-meryl-streep-thoughts-hollywood/story?id=52751291 

Rose McGowan on RuPaul’s What’s the Tee
http://www.rupaulpodcast.com/episodes/2017/7/23/episode-107-rose-mcgowan 

45 Ignores Congress On Russian Sanctions 
https://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/trumps-stance-on-russia-sanctions-angers-both-congress-and-moscow/

Baltimore Police is Trippin’
https://www.theroot.com/baltimore-cops-kept-toy-guns-to-plant-just-in-case-they-1822546984

Grey's Anatomy
http://m.eonline.com/news/911295/grey-s-anatomy-s-chandra-wilson-was-never-in-fear-for-bailey-s-survival-i-live-too-much-in-denial

Tiffany Haddish On Drunk History 
http://ew.com/tv/2018/01/24/tiffany-haddish-drunk-history-episode/

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain) 

Tiffany Haddish On Drunk History 
http://ew.com/tv/2018/01/24/tiffany-haddish-drunk-history-episode/

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Things I’m Not Here For… #HappyBlackHistoryMonth

Paul brings up the topic of people trusting or not trusting one for their word, and the layers behind how we build trust with an individual. Where does that trust come from? Why does one person’s opinion have more weight than another’s? And of course, how is someone’s word perceived simply based on their position at work, their race, gender, or sexuality? Your co-hosts analyze this phenomena and pull examples from their professional and personal worlds.

Columbia University Financial Aid
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/11/nyregion/former-aid-chief-columbia-teachers-college-kickbacks.html 

Roxanne Gay article on Rosanne Barr - https://mobile.nytimes.com/2018/03/29/opinion/roseanne-reboot-trump.html

Krave Spring Break over Dinah Shore - https://intomore.com/culture/Why-The-Worlds-Biggest-Lesbian-Party-Is-Trying-To-Rebrand-Itself-As-A-Womens-Music-Festival/89654b7b90a64f30

Howard University Financial Aid Debacle - http://abc7news.com/education/protesting-students-stage-sit-in-take-over-university-building/3286794/

Laura Ingraham gets Served - https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2018/03/31/laura-ingraham-takes-an-easter-break-amid-david-hogg-controversy-and-advertiser-revolt/?utm_term=.aa9cb01f1603

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

My “Yes,” means Yes, and my “No,” means No!

Emails… can’t live with ‘em, and can’t live without ‘em! Shimina references an article that talks about the benefits of setting parameters around sending/responding to emails in an office culture. What would happen in your office if everyone stopped sending emails after hours? Paul and Shimina discuss their qualms around email culture, and new approaches they have taken to manage work flows created by emails; they even share some of their pet peeves. Also this week, your co-hosts comment on Beychella, Janelle Monae, Cardi B, YouTube campus shooting, the men arrested at the Philadelphia Starbucks, Podcaster Aminatou Sow, Gaby Dunn, and Bill Cosby.

What Happened When the Dean’s Office Stopped Sending Emails After-Hours - https://www.chronicle.com/article/What-Happened-When-the/243082 

Gmail’s New Design - https://www.theverge.com/2018/4/12/17227974/google-gmail-design-features-update-2018-redesign 

Men arrested at Philadelphia Starbucks - https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/04/19/603917872/they-can-t-be-here-for-us-men-arrested-at-philadelphia-starbucks-speak-out 

Aminatou Sow - https://www.vox.com/culture/2018/4/20/17246784/book-publishing-fact-checking-sally-kohn-aminatou-sow-controversy  

Gaby Dunn: Bad with Money - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/panoply/bad-with-money/e/54054043 

Bill Cosby Convicted of Sexual Assault - https://www.colorlines.com/articles/6-black-feminists-speak-out-about-cosby-sexual-assault-conviction

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Emails

Considering the recent trending news regarding people calling the police on black people, Paul and Shimina delve into a discussion on implicit bias. What are the causes behind snap judgements? How do you, as an employee, protect and defend yourself from snap judgements in the workplace? And what are solutions and methods to creating a culture that fosters accountability based on one’s performance and actions, rather than an assumed behavior? Your co-hosts take a stab at these questions by speaking from their lived experiences. 

Countess Luann’s Arrest Video - http://www.tmz.com/2018/04/29/luann-de-lesseps-rhony-arrest-video-drunken-rampage-death-threat-cop/ 

Downside to Positive Stereotypes  - https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2018/02/17/586181350/strong-black-woman-smart-asian-man-the-downside-to-positive-stereotypes?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_content=20180217

Native Students Just Trying to go to School - https://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2018/05/03/us/ap-us-college-tour-native-americans.html

Caren gets Angry (AWW) - https://www.facebook.com/WokeFolks/videos/1134293523377662/

Some People Are Mad Because Issa Rae’s 3-Year-Old Book Says Black Women and Asian Men Should Date Each Other - https://thegrapevine.theroot.com/some-people-are-mad-at-a-3-year-old-passage-in-issa-rae-1825648702   

My House on Viceland - https://www.viceland.com/en_us/show/my-house 

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Implicit Bias in the Workplace

In this week’s episode, we invite a guest to the show… Adanta Ahanonu! Adanta is a young professional in both the tech industry and non-profit sector, with approx. 10 years of experience in management, leadership, and program development. Adanta recently moved to the Bay Area to launch and direct a new branch for her organization, Year Up, which is 1 of 26 sites. After only being in the Bay for a year, Adanta was recently named by “Women of Silicon Valley”--- an initiative that seeks to bridge the gender gap in the tech industry. The link to Adanta’s interview, as well as her social media links, can be found below. 

10 Questions with Adanta Ahanonu - https://medium.com/women-of-silicon-valley/10-questions-with-adanta-ahanonu-8f96b67af84f 

Adanta’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/samalieadantaahanonu/ 

Adanta’s Twitter - @Adanta

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Black Women in Tech (feat. Adanta Ahanonu)

Paul & Shimina share hosting duties with Karyne Levy! Karyne has 18 years of professional experience in journalism, focusing on content writing/editing/designing for companies such as CNET, NerdWallet, and Scribd. She also hosts a podcast with her wife, called The Gayest Show on Birth, where they share their IVF journey in real-time, as they await their first born child (details below). Karyne joins Paul and Shimina in discussing money and finances. They begin by discussing the sensitivities around money from a personal, cultural, and societal perspective. Comparisons are also drawn between how money is valued and associated with success across different countries and nationalities. The bosses conclude the episode by sharing tips, tricks, and resources on how to better manage daily, short-term, and long-term finances. 

Starbucks CEO Steps Down, A Black Executive Steps Up - https://michaelbaisden.com/starbucks-ceo-steps-down-a-black-executive-steps-up/

White Manager Pleads Guilty to Forcing Black Cook to Work for Years Without Pay - https://mobile.nytimes.com/2018/06/06/us/white-restaurant-manager-enslaved-black-employee.html 

Follow Karyne Levy on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/karyne.levy), Instagram (@karynelevy), and Twitter (@karynelevy). Her podcast, Gayest Show On Birth, can be found at https://www.gayestshowonbirth.com/ or on their social media: Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/gayestshowonbirth), Instagram (@gayestshowonbirth), and Twitter (@showonbirth).

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

More Money, Less Problems (feat. Karyne Levy)

Psyche! Beyonce and Jay-Z are not this week’s guests on HBIC (I know, it’s devastating, but they’re on tour right now), but we are sharing the mic with our friend, colleague, and renaissance woman, Maiya Lanae! Paul could not help but think how appropriately aligned the content of The Carters’ debut joint project, “Everything is the Love,” was in comparison to the overarching themes of the HBIC podcast---career, life, and success. Maiya joins your co-hosts in dissecting the 9-track album, including the music video for “Apesh*t.”

Maiya is a health educator by day, and a DJ by night. You can catch her as DJ Mai Girl two Fridays a month at KISS, her residency at 515 Kitchen and Cocktails in Santa Cruz, or at various events in and around the Bay Area. Look out for the launch of her podcast, The Hot Mess Health Show,  in the fall.  She joined the Beyhive in 1997, a member of one of the first cohorts. 

Oprah is RICH, BITCH! - https://moneyish.com/upgrade/oprah-just-became-the-first-black-woman-on-the-worlds-500-richest-people-list/

Blue Ivy Knows What’s Appropriate to Watch - https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/blue-ivy-cant-watch-video-of-beyonc%C3%A9-and-jay-z-in-bed-during-concert_us_5b2cbc1be4b0040e2741b939 

BBC Africa features child, “DJ Swift” - https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-44574440/meet-the-10-year-old-dj-taking-ghana-by-storm

Follow Maiya Lanae on Facebook (@djmaigirl) and Instagram (thatsmaigirl)

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Everything Is Love (feat. The Carters & Maiya Lanae)

It’s been a while, but we’re also pressed for time. So we are calling a brief stand up meeting to order! This week’s topic is on life transitions---when do you know it’s the right time to move on to the next opportunity, or event? And more importantly what internal or external resources are necessary to make these transitions? Are there certain transitions to avoid or not avoid? Your co-hosts navigate these questions and more in this week’s SUP. You can read more by referring to, “8 Tips for Navigating Life’s Transition,” on the Huffington Post (https://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/5006540).

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

SUP#5: Life's Transitions

Ooooweee! Paul & Shimina have been through it! But in a good way, actually. Your co-hosts are in the thick of it… the crossroads at which one questions their personal decisions and life’s actions, but strangely enough, life is questioning those same decisions and actions for us. No topic for this one… we just ride the wave and freestyle from our hearts. Also, we give shout outs to San Francisco Mayor London Breed, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, comedian Michelle Buteau, and Kay Customz’s racially inclusive dolls.

How to Let Go of the Need for Approval | Psychology Today - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-emotional-meter/201807/how-let-go-the-need-approval

Kay Customz Creates Dolls with Vitiligo - http://www.thebuddy.me/artist-creates-dolls-vitiligo-kids-rare-skin-condition/ 

“Gourmanade” Incident with SFPD - http://www.ktvu.com/news/sfpd-gourmanade-incident-police-body-cam-video-released 

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Freestyle

Superstitions.... where do they come from? Paul & Shimina do a deep dive into the topic with a help from this article in Essence Magazine: https://www.essence.com/holidays/black-history-month/black-superstitions-traditions-origins/ 

Note: We experienced technical difficulties with this week’s episode. So the first 10ish minutes of Water Cooler Talk is missing. 

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

Superstitions

Have you ever stared at a coworker of yours, thinking “how the hell have you not been fired yet?” Shimina and Paul discuss their experiences and strategies on how to handle employees who are holding back the growth of oneself and/or the organization. Sometimes these folks are fully aware of the “bad Koolaid” they are making, while others do not realize how much they are force feeding it down everyone’s throats. On the flip side, there are times you may feel seldom in your opinion on another’s poor performance. Your co-hosts discuss the caveats and multiple perspectives on this common issue in the workplace. No questions or games this week, we skip right to our bosses and bitches of the week. Topics include: Janet Jackson, Janelle Monae, Outside Lands, Aretha Franklin, Serena Williams, Anita Baker (tickets), OTRII (tickets).

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Song Credits:
"Bossy" by Kelis (feat. Too $hort)
"The Boss" by Rick Ross (feat. T-Pain)

How the Hell Have You Not Been Fired Yet?

Can you believe it's been TWO YEARS since we started this show, with a whopping 53 episodes?! In honor of our two year anniversary, and this much needed break (check our social media announcement for more on that), we will continue our bi-weekly Tuesday production schedule by replaying some of our former episodes. We hope to continue engaging new fans. And for our current fans? Maybe you'll hear something different and more relevant in our intellectual/shady banter. For this week's show, please enjoy a radio replay of HBIC's inaugural episode... Episode 1: Defining What We're Meant To Do.

RADIO REPLAY: Defining What We're Meant To Do

Your co-hosts, Paul & Shimina, take you through an introspective, educational, and entertaining journey through various conversations surrounding personal and professional success. Our podcast focuses on how to be a "boss," not just in the work place, but in life, relationships, and society; and through the lens of being a queer person of color (QPOC). Episodes are published bi-weekly.

Our August Head Boss of the Month goes to Kid Fury & Crissle West of The Read!

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