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hey’ve laughed, they’ve cried, they’ve sang out of tune. After podcasting through the pandemic, Obama’s Other Daughters delivers a very special season finale dedicated to the listeners! Maame-Yaa, Ashley, Shakira, and Yazmin have a host of opinions as they offer four lucky listen ...  Show more

This week OOD speaks with renowned scholar of Africana studies, Dr. Greg Carr. In electrifying prose, Dr. Carr breaks down Pan-Africanism and the African Diaspora, and lays out a vision for a more Afro-centric future. The girls share their feelings towards their own African herit ...  Show more

The Minimalists discuss the art of streamlining one's life, letting go of difficult things, how the need for approval keeps people tethered to a lifestyle they don't want, and more. 

Discussed in this episode:

How can I get my husban ...

The Minimalists talk about the opposite of hoarding.

Discussed in this episode: 

What happens when you take downsizing too far? (2:05)

How do you stop yourself from minimizing excessively? (24:05)

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The Minimalists talk about life after simplifying, decluttering slowly over time, processing loss after letting go, and more.

Discussed in this episode:

Should I get rid of everything while simplifying? (2:29)

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The Minimalists discuss the things that give people a sense of purpose. Discussed in this episode: Can minimalism help people find their reason for being? (2:20) What makes you excited to get out of bed in the morning? (16:55) Listener tip: How to use technology without letting i ...  Show more