Dr. Trina and Dr. Keisha are joined by Principal Keishan Barconey, a 17-year educator and parent of two, to unpack this debate. Together they explore what really happens inside under-resourced classrooms, how standardized tests leave some kids behind, and why seeing teachers and classmates who look like you matters for a child's sense of belonging. They also discuss the emotional cost of being "the only one" in a predominantly white school.

In this episode, Dr. Trina and Dr. Keisha unpack the numbers behind these losses: federal layoffs, the rollback of DEI programs, and the surprising finding that college-educated Black women were hit hardest. As doctors, they also look at what this means for health care, both for Black women working in the field and for the patients and communities who depend on them. Resilience has a price. This episode asks who's been paying it.

Hot flashes are just the beginning. On this episode of Melanated Docs, Dr. Trina and Dr. Keisha sit down with Dr. Megan Thomas for a candid conversation about menopause and perimenopause in Black women — from the symptoms nobody warned you about (brain fog, tinnitus, itchy skin, sudden weight gain) to the diagnostic dismissals so many women face in primary care. Dr. Thomas shares her own journey to diagnosis, breaks down what real hormone therapy looks like and gets honest about the cultural silence around menopause in Black families. If you've ever been told "it's probably just stress" — this episode is for you.

Hey! This week we chat with Dr. Keisha about her next chapter in life. Being a new mom of twins can be streessful to say the least. Take a listen to hear how she is overcoming new challenges in this new chapter of life.

Let's be real, eathing healthy can be challenging. Many of us have the best intentions to eat right and to be healthy and fit.  But,  junk food calls our names. We chat it up with Stephanie Rice, RD to discuss some of these problems. As a registered dietician, she teaches us about healthy eating habits and ways to make better choices. Also Chronic illnesses can play a huge role in influencing what we eat, especially if we want to live longer. Sometimes we have to modify our food choices secondary to various illnesses. Stephanie speaks with us on how we can still enjoy life eating foods we enjoy while being cognizant of illnesses and watching our weight.

We chat with Yvette who is the owner of Purpose Travel Group. We discuss traveling while black and places that melanated individuals should visit. We also discuss her initiative with her foundation "Assisting Kids in African Villages". Please tune in and learn helpful traveling tips and how you can book amazing trips curated for the melanated experience. 

In this episode we talk with Dr. Megan Thomas about being a boss and having a blended family. She gets real about her life and how she manages it all. She is an inspiration to those who don’t take the traditional path and blazes their own. Her story is a great example of hard work and perseverance. You don’t want to miss this episode! Please listen and tell us what you think. 

Hi Guys! It's that time again for another episode of “Confessions of Melanated Docs”. This week we sat down with  Dr. Natasha Pyfrom who is our special guest as we discussed dating and sex. Dr. Pyfrom is a Family Medicine Physician who gives us some valuable wisdom  that are pearls for everyday life. Trust us, you don’t want to miss this episode. Everything is on the table for discussion. So tune in and let us know what you think. 

Hey y'all hey! We are back for the new year. We can’t wait to share our new experiences with everyone. On this episode of “Confessions of Melanated Docs” we talk with Dr. Morgan Price about motherhood, family structure, and being a young professional. Family structure can look different for many individuals especially now. On this episode, we  have an honest discussion about how Dr. Price navigates this new era in her life all while being a Boss! Please listen and let us know what you think.  

Social Media has been very poignant to our lives in numerous ways over the years. It has allowed us to form connections that we didn’t know were possible and forge new communities. Please join us along with Camellia Green, a licensed mental health provider,  as we delve into the positive and negative impacts of social media. We will also discuss helpful tools to navigate social media.

“Honestly...” is a new segment of our podcast “Confessions of Melanated Docs”. Here we talk with other Melanated Docs about life, work, wellness, current events and more. This week our 

Melanated Docs Spotlight is  Dr. Aniika Jackson-Smith.

Do you ever wonder how others are able to do the absolute most on a daily basis? You are not alone! We find ourselves asking these same questions. Is the phrase “work-life balance” simply a common saying in these post-pandemic times?

The New Year can spark feelings of excitement and optimism. It can also trigger feelings of anxiety.  Do you still believe in new beginnings? It may be cliché, but a New Year, New You might be just what we need. 

Dating life can be challenging to say the least. When you add on the layers of professional school, trying to stay healthy, and maintaining other relationships, it's a new level of multitasking.

In this episode, we impart a bit more wisdom while sharing some of our own personal experiences. We discuss more details on what it means to be a Melanated Doc.

Figuring out professional school can be such a daunting task. First-generation Melanted Docs can face many challenges throughout the process of matriculation, passing boards, applying to a residency program, graduation and beyond.

Confessions of Melanated Docs Podcast

Episode 1 Introduction

Keisha Butler DDS

Catrina Johnson MD