Yes, Girl!

Two months into 2021, and we're still at home, but we know we're not the only ones. At least we have streaming, food delivery, and podcasts (wink, wink) to keep us company. Speaking of streaming...lately, our Friday nights have been spent watching 90's and early 00's re-runs. That's why we're beyond excited for the return of Coming to America (available on Amazon Prime March 5th). It's the best of both worlds - old-school nostalgia and new content for the weekend.To get us in a regal state of mind, Academy Award-Winning Costume Designer, Ruth E. Carter, stopped by (virtually of course), to give Cori and Charli some tips, and share anecdotes about her 30-plus year career, styling some of our favorite celebrities for the most iconic movies.NOTE: This episode is sponsored by Crown Royal So, what's your favorite moment from the original Coming to America? Let us know, and be sure to use #yesgirlpodcast.Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (

Bellas, we're back...well for a quick moment. It's been a while since we got together and we've missed you.Although 2020 has been a roller coaster of highs and lows, we had to end the year, and our podcast season, with some love. Actresses Tessa Thompson and Aja Naomi King (virtually) stopped by to reminisce on vintage Black excellence and share about their upcoming movie, Sylvie's Love (available on Amazon Prime December 23rd). Plus Cori and Charli say "see ya' 2020" and share their final quarantine thoughts for the year. Wanna share your goodbye message to 2020? Be sure to use #yesgirlpodcast.Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn Audio: Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we’re talking to singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and actress...THE Electric Lady herself -- Janelle Monae (@janellemonae), whose new movie Antebellum is out now on-demand. She chats with hosts, Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn) about why it’s time for Black women to put their capes down, and rest for a moment, even when a revolution is happening.Share your thoughts on social using #yesgirlpodcast.Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There has been and will be no one like him. On this special encore episode which originally aired on December 6, 2019, Cori and Charli spoke with the late Chadwick Boseman and 21 Bridges cast mate Stephan James , gleaning gems about his method and finding laughs along the way. Rest in power, King.Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode of Yes, Girl! Podcast is an #UnBossed Podcast Takeover! *Cue the airhorns!* Our ESSENCE Podcast Network sister, Marquita Harris had a very real conversation with Monika Johnson, Associate Vice President at Nationwide and Patrice Washington, CEO of Seek Wisdom Find Wealth about what it means to find and purse your passions and how to pivot when things (like a global pandemic) happen out of nowhere. Get into it and let us know what you think #UnBossedPodcast #YesGirlPodcastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Broadcast news and daytime talk royalty Tamron Hall (@tamronhall) is here! And she breaks down what it means to be a trailblazer in journalism, why being raised by a village was so important for her, and what it really means to bet on yourself as a Black woman. Let us know what you think using #YesGirlPodcast on social!Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

THE John David Washington (@johndavidwashington) is here to talk all things The Tenet and building a legacy! Cori’s going to double-mask it and head to theaters to see it. And Nicco Annan (@alldaynicco) aka Uncle Clifford talks about everything from what strip clubs and church have in common to how good ARE strip club chicken wings? Get into this ki-ki! And hit us up on social to let us know what you think! #YesGirlPodcast Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Businesswoman. Trans rights activist. Actress. Author. She does it all and she looks good while doing it. On this episode, Angelica Ross (@angelicaross) aka Miss Ross spilled the deets on her skincare and her spiritual practice as well as the beautiful advice Laverne Cox offered early in her career. *sigh* We just can’t get enough of her zen vibe. Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, we have a real soul-stirring conversation with the one-and-only LECRAE. (@lecrae) (whose new album ‘Restoration’ is out now!) about everything from the weight of learning in public to that time Beyonce inspired him to base jump. If you need some words of wisdom to boost your spirit, you REALLY don’t want to skip this episode.Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Black podcast hosts get together, you know it’s a love fest. This week’s guests Brittany Luse (@bmluse) and Eric Eddings (@ejeddings) hosts of the wildly popular podcast, “The Nod” talk about everything from their new Quibi show to what they hope to tell their children about the year 2020!Use #YesGirlPodcast to join the party!Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)Social: Miranda Johnson (@randa_writes)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Suffice it to say, she's no shrinking violet. When you're in a room with Tasha Smith (@tashasmith4real), you know Tasha Smith is in the room. And we love that she brought that big, beautiful, affirming energy to Yes, Girl! On this episode she talks directing the binge-worthy P-Valley, loving on her acting students, and living life to the absolute fullest! We love it and we love her. Let us know what you think of the whole WORD she drops! #YesGirlPodcast Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)Social: Miranda Johnson (@randa_writes)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do

It's a Black Lady Pod Show when Tracy Clayton stops by. When the pod queen and host-extraordinaire join Cori and Charli on the mic, it's a recipe for an instant ki-ki. Y'all the stories were endless. From the time Tracey curtseyed at the White House (yep, that happened), to why it's always important to have the confidence of a “mediocre White man”, the conversation was non-stop. No one wanted to leave. Since her stint as co-host of Another Round, Tracy has been busy, baby! As host of Netflix's popular series Strong Black Lead and her latest show Mailchimp's Going Through It Podcast, there's no stopping anytime soon. Now that we’re done fanning out. Take a listen, and be sure to share your thoughts using #yesgirlpodcastAfter the episode, be sure to head over to Mailchimp's Going Through It Podcast, where the conversation continues with our own Cori Murray as a guest.Speaking of amazing Black female podcasters, be sure to also check out The Michelle Obama Podcast available now, exclusively on Spo

Like she never left - Brandy (@brandy) is here this week, y’all. We geeked and gushed because it’s BRANDY but we also chatted with her about her new and long-awaited album ‘B7’ which drops TOMORROW. Are y’all as ready as we are? She holds nothing back on this new record and she’s just as gracious and humble as ever. Check out the episode right now, and the new album tomorrow and then let us know what Brandy moment most influenced you! The braids? I Wanna Be Down? Cinderella? Mo-to-the-E-to-the? We want to know! #YesGirlPodcast Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)Social: Miranda Johnson (@randa_writes)See Privacy Policy at https://art1

We won’t even hold you: NIA LONG (@iamnialong) IS HERE THIS WEEK! Can you say ‘Hollywood royalty’?!

Who better to discuss the reflection and wellness with than actress, mother, wife, businesswoman extraordinaire - Tia Mowry (@tiamowry)?! She’s a doll and gave us a good word and some homework around mastering our health journeys and aging like fine wine. From her battle with endometriosis to the health supplement she’s launched as a result - Tia drops SO many good nuggets of wisdom that we can’t wait for you to scoop up! Use #YesGirlPodcast to let us know some of the tips and practices that have improved your health!Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1

Look, there are few people we love to laugh with more than Tichina (@tichinaarnold). And every single time she comes through, she drops a word! On this episode of Yes, Girl! the mother/actress/singer/comedienne shares all the incredible projects she’s working on and she shares how a 1991 earthquake prepared her for just about any natural disaster. Plus, she shares what it’s like self-isolating with her teenage daughter (who is just as funny and talented as her!). Use #YesGirlPodcast to let us know what’s been your favorite Tichina Arnold moment!Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ

When you think of the modern playlist, there are a few people who should be thanked. Mjeema Pickett (@ladyjeems), Spotify’s Head of R&B Programming is one of them. Not only has she revolutionized the way we listen to music but she just LOVES it so damn much! Amidst all the social unrest and a global pandemic, we were so glad to sit down and talk about good music with Mjeema and her incredible career story. We got to ask her some dope questions including “How would you describe yourself in 5 songs?” Do you have your answer? Yes? Well share it with us on social sing #YesGirlPodcast!Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani) See Privacy Po

Listen… You can never fully prepare yourself to meet a legend. We tried and we think we did ok when PATTI LABELLE (@mspattilabelle) stopped by Yes, Girl!, y’all! (Yes, we gushed a little bit about that time the entire ESSENCE office stopped what they were doing when she came by) but we also learned the backstory behind one of Miss Patti’s BIGGEST hits! This was such a fun conversation with one of the best to ever hit the stage so jump into this episode and keep the comments coming on social using #YesGirlPodcast! Also, stick around to hear a special segment with Dr. Patrice A. Harris (@PatriceHarrisMD) - the American Medical Association’s FIRST Black woman President - on how Black women can maximize their heart health and wellness! Sponsored by The American Medical Association (@amermedicalassn).Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings:

There’s a lot going on in the country and the world right now. But one thing we refuse to do is to let it stop our Black joy. So, we’re giving you this special Juneteenth 2020 episode of #YesGirlPodcast to honor the beauty of Blackness past and present. With conversations from Alzo Slade (@alzoslade), Kendrick Sampson (@kendrick38), Kirk + Tammy Franklin (@kirkfranklin) (@iamtammyfranklin) and Miss Juneteenth director Channing Godfrey Peoples (@cgpeoples) some of our favorite #Juneteenth comments from our Yes, Girl! supporters - this episode is dedicated to the truths about our freedom and the joy we can always find in our Blackness.Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Associate Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standa

This was an extra beautiful week to be Black! Just in time for our 50th Anniversary, Farrah Fawx (@farrahfawx) set our Instagram feeds ablaze with her jaw-dropping contribution to the #ESSENCEChallenge. The hashtag exploded all over our feeds and is now filled with thousands of stunning, Blackity-Black photos - a much-needed reminder of our beauty and resilience. Farrah stopped by Yes, Girl! Podcast and was sure to make one thing clear: She believes wholeheartedly that we should flip the narrative and tell our own stories - our way. Use the hashtag #YesGirlPodcast to join the conversation!Yes Girl Hosts: Cori Murray (@corimurray) + Charli Penn (@charlipenn)Executive Producer: Tiffany Ashitey (@misstiffsays)Producers: Ashley J. Hobbs (@ashleylatruly) + Shantel Holder (@shadesofshan_)Bookings: Cori Murray + Charli Penn + Tiffany AshiteyAudio: Josh Gwynn (@regardingjosh) + Anthony Frasier (@anthonyfrasier)Music: Gold Standard Creative (@gscdotnyc)Designer: Imani Nuñez (@profoundly_imani)See Privacy Policy at htt