![Talk Space with Gen and Qui](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0.jpeg)
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We all know that being a black woman in today’s world is a challenge. We have to juggle our overworked and underpaid professional lives with the demands and expectations of our family lives, all while checking our attitudes and opinions at various doors. Sometimes being “on” never allows us to “turn off”. Meeting societal expectations that break through glass ceilings on a daily basis all in the name of sophistication, elevation, education and paving new paths can be EXHAUSTING. However, being what many consider as “ratchet” ….is TOO MUCH. Our experiences, while individualized, are like no other. This is why we are. Talk Space with Gen and Qui, is a safe space to explore the joys, frustrations, and obstacles of the modern-day black woman with notes of levity in hopes of working together to find a balance of something that falls right in the middle. We hope you join us on this ride towards finding that harmony, all while discussing today’s hot topics…acknowledged and unspoken. Come on in, have a seat, grab your favorite drink, and let’s chat. Follow us on IG @talkspacegennqui
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![New Year Smarter You Budget and Savings Tips Part 2](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
New Year Smarter You Budget and Savings Tips Part 2
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Hey girl hey!
In this episode, we continue the conversation on effective ways to budget and save in this new year and beyond. We focus on things such as the 50/30/20 model where no more than 50% of your regular net income should go towards your reoccurring monthly expenses such as rent/mortgage/utilities/credit cards/insurance payments and regular monthly bills. 30% of your net income can be set aside for entertainment/spending purposes and 20% can go into savings and investment accounts.
We also discuss the idea of having petty cash during the week to limit how often we swipe those debit and credit cards. Some of the other honorable mentions in this episode are cashback and savings apps such as CashApp, Dosh, Rakuten, Groupon, and Acorns.
We hope you listen and enjoy.
Don't forget to follow us on social media @ talkspacegennui.
Like, Follow, Comment and Share!
xoxo - Gen and Qui
![New Year Smarter You, Let’s Talk About Money](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Saturday Jan 22, 2022
New Year Smarter You, Let’s Talk About Money
Saturday Jan 22, 2022
Saturday Jan 22, 2022
2022 is here and while everyone else has fitness and weight loss goals we are on another journey. It is time for our money to no longer be funny and this year our financial fitness is just as important as our overall health and wellness. It is time to make it a priority. Join us in this episode as we discuss some basic tips and strategies to ensure that we are budgeting and saving accordingly to obtain and maintain the lifestyle and habits we want for ourselves and ultimately for generations to come.
Remember when setting a budget we should probably consider the following:
1) Net income
2) What we are spending our money on
3) Our overall goal
Mentions in this episode include the 50/30/20 rule as noted in Forbes Magazine.
50% of your net income should go towards all of your monthly bills/expenses
30% of your net income should be set aside for entertainment and activities
20% of your net income should go towards your savings and/or investments
xoxo Gen and Qui
![Weigh in with Christian Part 2](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Sunday Nov 28, 2021
Weigh in with Christian Part 2
Sunday Nov 28, 2021
Sunday Nov 28, 2021
With conversation this good we had to give you a part two.
In this episode we continue our mental health chat with our resident homegirl therapist Ms. Christian Jackson.
Please know that in this episode we do discuss topics such as suicide, depression, and the oppressive mentality that has followed so many people of color throughout history.
Thank you Christian for joining us, we love you, we appreciate you...here are your flowers now!!
Therapy resources:
https://therapyforblackgirls.com/
https://therapyforblackmen.org/
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
XOXO
Gen and Qui
**Music by SouthStreet24-Media**
![The Weigh in with Christian](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
The Weigh in with Christian
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
Hey PodFam!
Mental Health couldn't just be a one episode conversation.
On this episode we bring in Coach Christian to weigh in on the conversation. Our resident home girl therapist and licensed mental health professional reiterates the message and the movement to raise awareness to Mental Health challengers that we all face.
Yes we said ALL because it's true. There is not a single person walking this earth that has not experiences some type of challenge in their life. We continue to break down barriers and stigmas in this episode and really unpack what so few of us speak about openly and without judgement.
Check out part 1!!
Please know that in this episode we do discuss topics such as suicide, depression, and the oppressive mentality that has followed so many people of color throughout history.
Thank you Christian for joining us, we love you, we appreciate you...here are your flowers now!!
XOXO
Gen and Qui
**Music by SouthStreet24-Media**
**Sound Effects by mixkit.co**
![It‘s a Matter of Health......Mental Health](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
It‘s a Matter of Health......Mental Health
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
In our journey to returning to normal and recording this podcast we had to take a break and regroup. The importance of that break has been extremely beneficial. In this episode, we acknowledge that and begin discussing why the states our all of our minds and feelings are things that we need to have open dialogue about on a consistent basis. We have to begin and continue taking care of our personal trinity.... Mind....Body.....and Spirit.
The stigma around mental health in our communities of color must end.
If you need someone...say something...find someone...and begin healing, processing, and unpacking.
We love you!!
XOXO ` Gen and Qui
Just a Few Mental Health Resources
![Qui‘s Pregnancy Journey](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
Qui‘s Pregnancy Journey
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
In this episode we take a glance into Qui's pregnancy journey and some of the obstacles she has faced along the way from multiple miscarriage's, the pressure of fulfilling familial expectations, to the tough conversations she has had to have with her love, family, and herself. We also shed light on where she is now...basking in all of the pregnancy glory!!
Thank you for your courage and vulnerability!
To learn more about PCOS visit any of the resources below:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pcos/symptoms-causes/syc-20353439
**Trigger Warning**
Please note that miscarriage's and lost pregnancies are briefly discussed in this episode.
**Music by SouthStreet24-Media**
![Guess Who‘s Back!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Saturday Oct 02, 2021
Guess Who‘s Back!
Saturday Oct 02, 2021
Saturday Oct 02, 2021
We know we have been gone for a little but we are back and ready to dish on what has been going on. Did you miss us? We definitely missed you guys!
**Music By SouthStreet24-Media**
![Episode 5...Kevin Samuels....Please Stop](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Saturday Jun 26, 2021
Episode 5...Kevin Samuels....Please Stop
Saturday Jun 26, 2021
Saturday Jun 26, 2021
There seems to be a lot of buzz around the idea that the modern day woman has forgotten or lost sight of her traditional role in the heterosexual realm of relationships. Some people have resorted to seeking advice from others that proliferate the very stereotypes and ideology that limit our potential and mental health. Well, you know we are having no parts of that.
In this episode we take a look at the words, beliefs, and opinions, of Kevin Samuels and we remind all of us that we were not meant to be confined by stigmas that someone else deems necessary. We have had enough and to those ideas we stay enough is enough.
Come on in, grab you favorite drink, have a seat, and let's just chat.
Make sure you follow us on Instagram and Facebook and let us know what you think about this episode.
-XOXO- Gen and Qui
**Music by SouthStreet24-Media**
![Juneteenth and Family Stories](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Juneteenth and Family Stories
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Tuesday Jun 15, 2021
Happy Juneteenth Everyone!!
In this episode we discuss a little bit of history behind the holiday that means so much to so many. We also begin talking about our own families just a bit.
Come on in, grab your favorite drink, have a seat, and let's just chat.
**Music by SouthStreet24-Media**
Thank you for listening,
Gen and Qui
![Just Kicking it and Shooting the Sh**](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/11525062/image0_300x300.jpeg)
Saturday May 29, 2021
Just Kicking it and Shooting the Sh**
Saturday May 29, 2021
Saturday May 29, 2021
Ever have one of those day that doesn't go as planned and you just have to relax and go with the flow? Well this is that episode for us. Join us we discuss future topics and how we would love to have our listeners weigh in mixed with a little bit of randomness!!
Come in, grab a drink, have a seat, and let's just chat.