Raven Unfiltered

Postpartum, Mom Guilt, Raven's New Normal

In this week episode Raven is joined by full spectrum doula Chaka of Ntoju_doulas (ig). The ladies discuss the postpartum haze, the heavy weight of mom guilt, the single parent life, and the magic of doula work. Expect an honest conversation as we unpack the messiness and the magic of being a mom and needing a village. Looking for postpartum resources? We’ve got you. visit  Postpartum Support International [https://www.postpartum.net/] for support groups, mental health resources, and more. Because let’s be honest—sometimes we all need a little help, and that’s okay. So grab your coffee (or wine), hit play, and let’s dive into the real talk that’ll make you feel right at home.

Motherhood, Church, & Celibacy?

Hey, y'all! I know, I know—it’s been a minute. Life’s been life’n, but I guess I’m ready to let y'all back into my business. Join me, Raven, for this week's Raven Unfiltered episode where we dive deep into the realness of motherhood, postpartum, and get all the tea on Ashley’s celibacy journey. We’re breaking it all down, from the highs and lows of motherhood to the raw truths of postpartum life. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows, and I’m here to share the unvarnished reality. Plus, Ashley’s opening up about her celibacy journey—trust me, you don’t want to miss her take on navigating life and love without the usual dating drama. Expect honest conversations, relatable struggles, and a few laughs along the way. Whether you’re dealing with your own parenting challenges, postpartum rollercoasters, or just curious about the celibacy scene, this episode is for you. So, grab your favorite drink, hit play, and let’s catch up—because we’re diving into the real, raw, and wonderfully messy parts of life.

That's a long time to be Miserable...Part Two

do·mes·tic vi·o·lence noun violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner. Hey Unfiltered Baes welcome back!  In this weeks part two episode we are joined by Unfiltered Social Work Bae Karla with K. Karla continues to shares her experiences with living with an abusive partner and why she decided to leave. If you or someone you know is experiencing  domestic violence please call the National Domestic Violence hotline at 800-799-7233.  Follow us on Social Media: IG: RavenUnfiltered_  Its_Karla_withak Like and Subscribe on all platforms :)

That is a long time to be Miserable...Part One

do·mes·tic vi·o·lence noun violent or aggressive behavior within the home, typically involving the violent abuse of a spouse or partner.  Hey Unfiltered Baes welcome back!  In this weeks episode we are joined by  unfiltered social work bae Karla with K. Karla shares her experiences living with an abusive partner and why she decided to leave. If you or someone you know is experinceing  domestic violence please call the National Domestic Violence hotline at 800-799-7233

The Reality Of The Black Male Identity

When a black man shows emotion or any type of vulnerability he is often looked at as weak or less than. In this episode Raven is joined by Akil to discuss the adultification (forced maturity) of black boys, This includes taking on the father role within their household. Akil further shares why he constantly teaches his students the importance of accountability and addressing their emotions.