Met Gala 2026, “Doctor” Cheyenne Bryant & Kentucky Derby Talk

Juneteenth 2026, The Obama Center, & The Jay-Z Drama

Explore the true meaning of Juneteenth 2026, a deep dive into the Obama Presidential Center, and the truth behind Jay-Z’s hair. In this powerful summer episode of Raised by Her, mother and daughter reunite for an authentic, cross-generational dialogue exploring black culture, institutional change, and systemic reality. The hosts unpack the grand opening of the fully digital Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, celebrating its architectural intentionality and legacy as a living "home for hope." Transitioning to a deeper historical reflection, they confront the nuanced complexities and modern commercialization of the Juneteenth federal holiday, balancing personal Capitol Hill insights with ancestral resilience. The conversation takes a global shift to analyze the UK’s proposed social media ban for minors under 16, examining digital protection versus individual autonomy. Finally, they honor the late Clive Davis and dissect the intersection of corporate enterprise and cultural authenticity through Beyonce and Jay-Z's latest moves. Partner Spotlight: PureMD MedSpa  Ready to look refreshed—not overdone? PureMD MedSpa offers personalized, results-driven treatments using advanced technology designed to smooth, tighten, and enhance your natural look. Raised By Her listeners receive $100 off their first treatment. To claim your credit, text RAISED100 to 855-978-7363 then book your consultation online at puremdmedspa.com. TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 The Positivity Pivot: Welcome to Summer 2026 03:29 Tracy Morgan Controversy: Do Teachers Deserve the Blame? 06:32 Classroom Trauma: A First-Day Lesson in Resilience 09:11 The Obama Presidential Center: Inside the Historic Opening 11:59 "Black Love" & Partnership: The Power of Michelle Obama 16:10 A Tribute to Motherhood: The Story Behind the Wardrobe 19:06 Changing the Game: The First Fully Digital Library Architecture 24:05 A Home for Hope: Creating Present-Day History 30:08 PureMD MedSpa: Natural looking confidence 31:19 Juneteenth 2026: Delayed Justice & Enduring Cultural Power 34:24 Opel Lee: The Grandma of Juneteenth’s Walking Campaign 36:41 Unfiltered Truths: The Systemic Debate Over Federal Holidays 40:02 Commercialization vs. Family Legacy: How to Truly Celebrate 43:35 Sisterhood & Luxury Spaces: Manifesting Black Excellence 49:01 UK Social Media Ban: Protecting Children vs. Youth Autonomy 51:58 Putting the Genie Back: The Tech Company Enforcement Debate 01:00:00 Remembering Clive Davis: The Legacy of a Master Dream Maker 01:03:30 Jay-Z Cuts His Locks: Hair Texture & Fatherhood Statements 01:06:20 Corporate Deals vs. Cultural Loyalty: The Target Boycott 01:09:33 Embracing Your Crown: Generational Wisdom for the Future 🎤 New episodes every week. Honest conversations between mother and daughter on family, womanhood, and navigating life across generations. Speaking, partnerships, and press: raisedbyherpodcast@gmail.com 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe to be part of the conversation. 📱 Instagram:   / raisedbyherpodcast    📘 Facebook:   / raisedbyherpodcast    𝕏 X/Twitter: https://x.com/RaisedByHerPod 📲 Follow us on TikTok: ‪@RaisedByHerPodcast‬ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2535382/fan_mail/new]

Texas Verdict Outrage, Tyra Sues Netflix & Tracy Morgan Backlash

Unpack the Tyra Banks Netflix lawsuit, the Texas track meet tragedy, and Essence Fest drama. Hard truths on culture and law. This episode of Raised by Her tackles the heavy intersection of culture, accountability, and the justice system. Donnica and Mom break down the facts behind the Tyra Banks defamation lawsuit against Netflix's America's Next Top Model documentary, and explore the legal fallout of the Essence Festival controversy involving Caroline Wanga. Shifting to urgent social issues, the duo analyzes the devastating Texas track meet tragedy, discussing the fatal consequences of unchecked teen conflict and the racial complexities within the courtroom. The conversation also sounds off on Tracy Morgan's controversial comments about the teaching profession before wrapping up with a heartwarming and necessary look at a Cincinnati mother-daughter conference. It is a deep dive into high-profile court battles, navigating modern parenting dynamics, and the power of authentic communication. Partner Spotlight: PureMD MedSpa  Ready to look refreshed—not overdone? PureMD MedSpa offers personalized, results-driven treatments using advanced technology designed to smooth, tighten, and enhance your natural look. Raised By Her listeners receive $100 off their first treatment. To claim your credit, text RAISED100 to 855-978-7363 then book your consultation online at puremdmedspa.com. TIMESTAMPS:  00:00 The Coffee vs. Week Reality Check 02:44 Facts Over Rumors: Cyrus Case Breakdown 07:42 The Tragic Texas Track Meet Verdict 21:44 How Grief Turns to Racist Outbursts 26:33 Essence Fest Lawsuit & Caroline Wanga 36:54 Why Tyra Banks is Suing Netflix 45:20 Tracy Morgan’s Disrespectful Teacher Rant 50:22 NBA Finals & MSG Security Chaos 55:58 The Mother-Daughter Communication Secret 🎤 New episodes every week. Honest conversations between mother and daughter on family, womanhood, and navigating life across generations. Speaking, partnerships, and press: raisedbyherpodcast@gmail.com Join our email list: https://stats.sender.net/forms/erkGRk... 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe to be part of the conversation. 📱 Instagram:   / raisedbyherpodcast    📘 Facebook:   / raisedbyherpodcast    𝕏 X/Twitter: https://x.com/RaisedByHerPod 📲 Follow us on TikTok: ‪@RaisedByHerPodcast‬ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2535382/fan_mail/new]

Cyrus Carmack Verdict, Eddie Murphy’s Honor & Serena’s Huge Return

Deep-dive into soul food history, Serena Williams’ massive tennis pivot, and the shocking South Carolina store verdict. Welcome back to the couch. In this episode of Raised by Her, we untangle the complex history and internal biases tied to cultural cuisine, breaking down why soul food is an intentional celebration of flavor and resilience rather than a burden of stereotypes. We switch gears to look at the competitive psychology of sports, analyzing Serena Williams’ thrilling doubles comeback with Nike, her physical evolution with GLP-1 health discussions, and how icons like Simone Biles prove that playing for pure joy unlocks peak performance. Plus, we pull back the curtain on media accountability, dissecting Craig Melvin’s aggressive Today Show interview of First Lady Jill Biden regarding her new memoir, View from the East Wing. Finally, we tackle a viral moment of accountability and decorum when a Chicago high school graduate's stage antics lead to a harsh life lesson. 🎤 New episodes every week. Honest conversations between mother and daughter on family, womanhood, and navigating life across generations. Partner Spotlight: PureMD MedSpa  Ready to look refreshed—not overdone? PureMD MedSpa offers personalized, results-driven treatments using advanced technology designed to smooth, tighten, and enhance your natural look. Raised By Her listeners receive $100 off their first treatment. To claim your credit, text RAISED100 to 855-978-7363 then book your consultation online at puremdmedspa.com. TIMESTAMP:  00:00 – Why the Algorithm Loves You (Like, Share, Subscribe) 00:23 – Mid-West Summer Weather Check-In 00:56 – Lizzo, Mary J. Blige, and the Jingle Backlash 01:26 – Internalized Racism & The Soul Food Stereotype 03:00 – The Black-ish Dinner Table Rule: History vs. Culture 04:33 – Secured the Check: Ad Rant & Industry Opinions 05:50 – 2026 NBA Finals: Young Spurs vs. New York Knicks OGs 08:29 – The Politics of the Playoff Courtside 10:13 – Serena Williams Pivots Back to Tennis 11:45 – The Simone Biles Method: Finding Joy in Competition 13:44 – High School Drill Teams & 20 Hours of Training 15:11 – The Venus Factor: Making a Doubles Comeback 15:50 – GLP-1s, Muscle Mass, and Elite Athlete Training 18:13 – Reviewing Netflix's AFI Tribute to Eddie Murphy 20:09 – Playing Every Character: The Nutty Professor Secret 21:48 – Getting Lifetime Awards Before Your 90s 23:25 – Sponsored Break: PureMD MedSpa Special Offers 24:41 – The Cyrus Carmack-Belton Verdict Explained 27:40 – Breaking Down the Columbia Jury Demographics 28:48 – First-Degree Malice vs. Second-Degree Charges 31:14 – "The Talk": Black Mothers, Sons, and Survival 35:44 – Systemic Funding: Business Dynamics in Black Communities 38:20 – The Stage Split: A 3.5 GPA Graduation Drama 42:35 – Grandma Rosa’s Life Lesson on Accountable Moments 44:30 – Class with Class: Decorum vs. Respectability Politics 45:40 – Jill Biden's View from the East Wing Press Tour 46:52 – Craig Melvin's Controversial Interview Strategy 50:08 – Marriage Dynamics: The Meghan & Harry Trigger Point 53:55 – The Crown Season Finale: Monarchy & Royal Titles 55:37 – Live a Life You Love: See You Next Week! Speaking, partnerships, and press: raisedbyherpodcast@gmail.com Join our email list: https://stats.sender.net/forms/erkGRk... 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe to be part of the conversation. 📱 Instagram:   / raisedbyherpodcast    📘 Facebook:   / raisedbyherpodcast    𝕏 X/Twitter: https://x.com/RaisedByHerPod 📲 Follow us on TikTok: ‪@RaisedByHerPodcast‬ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2535382/fan_mail/new]

Gayle King Opens Up, Kevin Hart Responds & Lizzo Sparks Debate

In this episode of Raised By Her, the hosts break down major cultural moments shaping media, entertainment, and leadership today—from Hollywood casting controversies and executive accountability to viral celebrity interviews and intergenerational conversations about relationships, legacy, and identity. We discuss Gayle King’s revelations on Call Her Daddy about infidelity and shame, Kevin Hart’s response on The Breakfast Club, and the ongoing cultural debate surrounding Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey casting and representation in film. The conversation also explores how public figures navigate accountability, authenticity, and public perception in today’s media landscape. We also examine Lizzo’s approach to brand partnerships and creative control, before closing with reflections on luxury, rest, and connection through a breathtaking Alaskan cruise experience shared across generations. 🎧 In This Episode: *  Gayle King interview breakdown (Call Her Daddy)  *  Kevin Hart vs The Breakfast Club interview analysis  *  Christopher Nolan Odyssey casting controversy  *  Hollywood representation & cultural backlash  *  Lizzo brand authenticity & marketing strategy  *  Media accountability & executive leadership  *  Intergenerational relationships, sisterhood & legacy  *  Luxury travel + Alaska cruise reflection Partner Spotlight: PureMD MedSpa Ready to look refreshed—not overdone? PureMD MedSpa offers personalized, results-driven treatments using advanced technology designed to smooth, tighten, and enhance your natural look. Raised By Her listeners receive $100 off their first treatment. To claim your credit, text RAISED100 to 855-978-7363 then book your consultation online at puremdmedspa.com. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – The Nolan Odyssey Casting Secret Exposed 01:14 – Elon Musk vs. Universal Pictures Budget Realities 02:22 – Why Fans Question Lupita playing Helen of Troy 03:34 – From Denzel's Macbeth to Modern Representation Limits 05:32 – Hidden Truths in the PBS W.E.B. Du Bois Documentary 06:44 – The Ultimate Debate: Booker T. Washington vs. Du Bois 08:04 – Kevin Hart Breakfast Club Interview Breakdown 09:54 – Executive Producer Accountability & Leadership Lessons 11:45 – Netflix Roast Controversy: The George Floyd Joke 14:07 – Why Kevin Hart Dismissed Lauren DeRosa 17:12 – Eddie Murphy AFI Tribute & Giving Back to the Culture 19:08 – Gail King Call Her Daddy Shocking Confessions 21:14 – Surviving Marital Infidelity and Shame with Grace 22:57 – 50 Years of Sisterhood: The Oprah & Gail Relationship 27:12 – Celebrating Lifelong Friends and Radical Honesty 36:19 – Lizzo vs. Mary J. Blige: Truth in Advertising 39:39 – Brand Authenticity and Maintaining Creative Control 44:00 – Ultimate Alaskan Cruise Luxury Travel Guide 48:51 – Discovering Alaska’s Hidden Rainforces & Pure Oxygen 51:59 – Saying Yes To New Adventures in Your 70s 🎤 New episodes every week. Honest conversations between mother and daughter on family, womanhood, and navigating life across generations. Speaking, partnerships, and press: raisedbyherpodcast@gmail.com Join our email list: https://stats.sender.net/forms/erkGRk... 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe to be part of the conversation. 📱 Instagram:   / raisedbyherpodcast    📘 Facebook:   / raisedbyherpodcast    𝕏 X/Twitter: https://x.com/RaisedByHerPod 📲 Follow us on TikTok: ‪@RaisedByHerPodcast‬ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2535382/fan_mail/new]

Spelman 7 Update, Lupita Nyong’o in The Odyssey, HBCU Advantages & More

Update on the historic Spelman 7 valedictorians, PWI campus culture, and why Lupita Nyong’o is rewriting Greek mythology. In this dynamic, intergenerational episode of Raised By Her, we unpack the deeper narrative of academic excellence, collaboration, and sisterhood that fueled the historic Spelman 7 co-valedictorians. Moving beyond standard headlines, the conversation tackles the modern realities Black students face at a predominantly white institution (PWI) in 2026, comparing today's campus climate to the hard-fought battles of the 1970s. The dialogue shifts to major cultural flashpoints, analyzing Symone Sanders’ empowering Spelman commencement address and Henry Winkler’s perspective on navigating AI in the creative workspace. Finally, we dive into Hollywood controversy, defending Christopher Nolan’s brilliant casting of Lupita Nyong’o in The Odyssey against social media backlash. Blending history with current events, this episode honors a brilliant lineage of Black intellectuals—from W.E.B. Du Bois to Melissa Harris-Perry—offering a roadmap for authentic self-expression and cultural power. Partner Spotlight: PureMD MedSpa  Ready to look refreshed—not overdone? PureMD MedSpa offers personalized, results-driven treatments using advanced technology designed to smooth, tighten, and enhance your natural look. Raised By Her listeners receive $100 off their first treatment. To claim your credit, text RAISED100 to 855-978-7363 then book your consultation online at puremdmedspa.com. TIMESTAMP:  00:00 The Cavs Double-Overtime Heartbreak 02:02 The Secret Behind the Historic Spelman 7 04:09 HBCU Sisterhood vs. PWI Realities 05:39 Mentoring a Brilliant Next-Gen Programmer 07:34 How Black Student Unions Changed Campuses 10:43 Symone Sanders Spelman Commencement Breakdown 14:05 Henry Winkler on AI & Problem Solving 18:06 Kiki Palmer, Therapy, & The Freedom to Be Me 24:38 The Three A's of Dating Advice Exposed 27:12 Defending Lupita Nyong'o in The Odyssey 31:22 Acting While Black: A 1970s Theater Story 34:16 W.E.B. Du Bois: Rebel with a Pause Documentary 37:25 The Ultimate Du Bois vs. Booker T. Debate 40:04 Who Are the Black Intellectuals of 2026? 46:48 Honoring the Hidden Legacy of Black Women Geniuses 🎤 New episodes every week. Honest conversations between mother and daughter on family, womanhood, and navigating life across generations. Speaking, partnerships, and press: raisedbyherpodcast@gmail.com Join our email list: https://stats.sender.net/forms/erkGRk... 👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe to be part of the conversation. 📱 Instagram:   / raisedbyherpodcast    📘 Facebook:   / raisedbyherpodcast    𝕏 X/Twitter: https://x.com/RaisedByHerPod 📲 Follow us on TikTok: ‪@RaisedByHerPodcast‬ Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2535382/fan_mail/new]