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The Suga

Tika Sumpter, Thai Randolph

82 episodes

Welcome to The Suga, a brown mama's guide to the sweet life with hosts Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph. Each week, listeners can laugh, learn, love AND (instead of spilling the tea) share THE SUGA by celebrating sisterhood and motherhood.

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  1. We Do Us On Our Terms with Dani McClain

    · 1 h 00 min · S3 E2

    The Suga is an intentional space for joy because we understand the pain that is often associated with Black motherhood. Today we’re joined by journalist Dani McClain, author of We Live For The We: The Political Power…

  2. Go About Your Business with Tabitha Brown

    · 47 min · S3 E1

    In 2021 we’re asking: how are you betting on yourself this year? Actress, vegan foodie and everyone's favorite mom, Tabitha Brown joins us to share her incredible story about how she took a chance on herself and made…

  3. Words of Affirmation from Tika and Thai

    · 2:30

    The Suga is back with all new episodes starting Monday, January 18th! We have some incredible guests and topics lined up for you. Make sure to subscribe, we can't wait for you to listen! While you're at it, if you need…

  4. Taking Care of Our Mental Wellness with Nina Westbrook

    · 55 min · S2 E12

    In our final episode of the season, we want to remind you that it's OK to not have it all together all the time! We're sharing the pressures we've been feeling to hold it all together and it's rarely ever perfect but…

  5. Thriving Not Surviving with Tina Lifford

    · 59 min · S2 E11

    This year has been a full on lesson in resilience. To help us get out of our own way, author of The Little Book of Big Lies and actress, Tina Lifford (Queen Sugar) teaches us how to adapt our mindset from surviving…

  6. Guilt Free Living with Kandi Burruss

    · 43 min · S2 E10

    Shaking off judgement about how and when you choose to start a family is something that many of us are unfortunately familiar with. This week, we had so much fun talking with Kandi Burruss (Real Housewives of Atlanta)…

  7. Defining Black Motherhood with Vanessa Simmons

    · 53 min · S2 E9

    We told y'all we read the reviews! This week's conversation is inspired by a review that led us to talk about the scrutiny we all face as moms. We're also talking about how to raise grounded children with mommy,…

  8. Turning Fear into Faith with Kendra Bracken-Ferguson

    · 49 min · S2 E8

    As moms and entrepreneurs, betting on yourself to bring your business idea to life takes grit, commitment and faith. CEO of rē•spin and Founder of BrainTrust, Kendra Bracken-Ferguson shares her secrets on how she…

  9. Facing Fertility Concerns with Desireé McCarthy-Keith, M.D.

    · 1 h 15 min · S2 E7

    We're handling this week's episode with extra care, a medical conversation wrapped in velvet may sound uncommon, but we promise you this episode is one you don't want to miss. We're joined by Board Certified…

  10. How to Have The Talk with Your Kids with Dr. Tracie Gilbert

    · 1 h 18 min · S2 E6

    There’s no denying that our little ones are curious and it’s important for us to have those awkward, but honest conversations about their body. We're joined by sex and sexuality educator, Dr. Tracie Gilbert to learn…

  11. Reclaiming the Orgasm with Shan Boodram

    · 57 min · S2 E5 · Explicit

    It's sexy suga time and we're talking all about pandemic sex, orgasms, and role play with Certified intimacy educator and Sexologist, Shan Boodram (Quibi's Sexology with Shan Boodram). Just a heads up, you may want to…

  12. Creating Your Personal Style with June Ambrose

    · 57 min · S2 E4

    It doesn’t always have to be mom jeans and Birkenstocks, we’re talking with celebrity stylist and costume designer, June Ambrose about keeping it cute and creating your personal style. See omnystudio.com/listener for…

  13. It Takes a Village with Latham Thomas

    · 1 h 14 min · S2 E3

    We're celebrating National Black Breastfeeding Week with Doula and maternity wellness expert, Latham Thomas of Mama Glow. Our conversation with Latham is healing, as we reexamine the narrative of Black motherhood and…

  14. Love Yourself More with Marlo Hampton

    · 45 min · S2 E2

    We're giving our guest her peach today, this week we've got the fabulous and effortlessly chic Marlo Hampton (Real Housewives of Atlanta) on the show! She's sharing what it's like becoming a fulltime auntie raising her…

  15. Spiritual Glow Up with Sarah Jakes Roberts

    · 59 min · S2 E1

    Sometimes we gotta go through the test for the testimony. To kick off season 2, we're joined by pastor and business woman, Sarah Jakes Roberts (Founder of Woman Evolve) who gives us a masterclass in evolving and…

  16. We Deserve All Of It! Period.

    · 2:28

    We're back with an all new season of The Suga starting Monday, August 10th! We know the terrible twos are very real, but there's nothing terrible about season two. We've got an incredible lineup of expert guests and…

  17. The Suga Mini: Blending Families with LeToya Luckett-Walker

    · 31 min

    In this mini-episode, we're talking all about identity, the pressures of motherhood, and blending families with superstar mama, LeToya Luckett-Walker (Friends and Family Hustle). LeToya reminds us that we're all doing…

  18. The Suga Mini: Family Planning with Bresha Webb

    · 32 min

    In this mini-episode, we're getting candid about egg freezing with actress and comedian, Bresha Webb (Netflix Sextuplets). If you've ever wondered what the process is like, Bresha is sharing her experience with us in…

  19. Owning Your Voice with Kelly Rowland

    · 53 min · S1 E12

    Learning how to calm the inner critic is something that we all have in common. In our final episode of the season, we’re joined by superstar mama, Kelly Rowland who gets candid about how she quiets the noise and why…

  20. With Love & Solidarity From Tika and Thai

    · 2:55

    We're breaking format this week to share a message of solidarity with everyone fighting for Black lives, racial justice and a better world. Learn more about where to direct your energy and donations here:…

  21. Starting Where You Are with Massy Arias

    · 52 min · S1 E11

    This week we’ve got the fittest mom in the game, Massy Arias joining us to talk about motherhood, mental health and making healthy lifestyle choices that last for good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

  22. Mama's Mental Health with Dr. Imani

    · 1 h 06 min · S1 E10

    Celebrating the joys of sisterhood also means looking out for one another, especially when it comes to your mental health. We’re joined by Dr. Imani (Bravo’s Married to Medicine) to help us unpack the stigmas…

  23. Spiritual Grounding with Erica Campbell

    · 1 h 07 min · S1 E9

    We've got First Lady Erica Campbell (Mary Mary) on this week getting candid about motherhood and sharing how she’s teaching her children to cultivate their own spiritual routines. See omnystudio.com/listener for…

  24. Living Well with Tia Mowry

    · 57 min · S1 E8

    Living well and being well may sound simple enough, but we all know it isn’t. This week we’re talking with Tia Mowry (Netflix Family Reunion) about expectations of motherhood, what kickstarted her wellness journey and…

  25. Sharing the Suga with Our Own Moms

    · 55 min · S1 E7

    Make sure to have a box of tissues ready because this Mother’s Day, we’re getting personal. Our very own precious mama’s, Ms. Janice and Ms. Sherrie join us to share their stories of resilience, strength and love. A…

  26. According To “Plan” with Christina Elmore Duke

    · 48 min · S1 E6

    Things don’t always go according to plan, but we learn how to adapt. This week we’re catching up with Christina Elmore Duke (HBO’s Insecure & BET’s Twenties) about her parenting style, planning motherhood around her…

  27. Celebrating Black Love with Codie Elaine Oliver

    · 59 min · S1 E5

    We’re sharing a whole guidebook to love and intimacy with our guest Codie Elaine Oliver, founder of Black Love. We're sharing how we met our significant others, tips on maintaining some romantic normalcy plus advice to…

  28. Creating a Vibe in Your Home with Justina Blakeney

    · 53 min · S1 E4

    Feeling like your home decor needs a refresh? Justina Blakeney (designer, artist, author and the founder of Jungalow) shares tips on how to design that special space for mama and the perfect play area for our…

  29. Preventing Mommy Burnout w/ Devi Brown

    · 1 h 06 min · S1 E3

    Let’s be real, moms are expected to be the epitome of self-sacrifice. This week we’re joined by Devi Brown (Founder of Karma Bliss and wellness entrepreneur) who is dropping some gems (and crystals) sharing practical…

  30. Our Temporary Normal

    · 46 min · S1 E2

    Since news of Coronavirus hit the United States, everything has come to a halt and has challenged families to adjust to a temporary normal. In this episode, we give recommendations about ways to keep the little ones…

  31. A Love Letter to All The Mamas with Jazmyn Simon

    · 1 h 02 min · S1 E1

    We all know that having a baby is a labor of love, but sometimes having a baby for the first time can simultaneously feel like the most joyous thing ever & the most isolating thing ever. In this episode, Jazmyn Simon…

  32. Introducing The Suga with Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph

    · 2:49 · Trailer

    Welcome to the sweet life! Tika Sumpter and Thai Randolph are teaming up to create a luxurious space for modern moms of color to revel in the sweetness of motherhood and sisterhood. Every episode will feature dynamic…

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