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As the final days of summer have slipped away and the school year is back into full swing, the weight of parental stress continues to rise, especially for Black families. While 33% of parents nationwide report heightened stress, according to an American Psychological Association’s 2023 survey. That number hits Black households harder, and they are looking for an outlet.
Ambra Redrick, CEO of Teen HYPE, launched the “Black Parenthood Podcast” on September 30th as part of the solution. This platform allows Black parents to share, heal, and find community. By shining a light on the unique challenges and triumphs of Black parenthood, Redrick hopes to foster resilience in the face of growing pressures.
Redrick emphasized this podcast will celebrate Black family life while tackling the challenges Black parents face.
“We’ll highlight the joys and successes of Black parenting—elements that are often overlooked in mainstream media,” Redrick said.
The first episode, “Black Parents Unite!”, covered Redrick’s journey from being a teen mom to now a nonprofit CEO and bonus mom to thousands of youths. For over two decades, Teen HYPE has been a youth champion, centering their voices while helping them prepare for the world.
This episode also acknowledged the complexities of Black parenthood through a blend of grace, humor, teenage confessions, and lessons learned along the way.
The “Black Parenthood Podcast” will serve as a valuable resource and community for Black parents seeking information, support, and connection. Episodes will feature engaging discussions with special guests, focusing on teenagers’ developmental changes and challenges.
The podcast will provide parents with insight and understanding, helping them navigate the normal process of teenage growth and offer practical advice on how to best support their teens.
The goal is to foster an environment where these experiences are normalized, and parents can gain and walk away with valuable tools to meet the needs of their teenagers.
The “Black Parenthood Podcast” aligns with Teen HYPE’s long-standing mission to uplift youth and their families, further expanding the organization’s reach by fostering a comprehensive support network for the community. Founded by Franky Hudson and Ambra Redrick, Teen HYPE was built on a commitment to empower young people through education and amplify their voices.
With a fearless approach to addressing complex teen issues, the organization developed a program rooted in respect, inclusivity, excellence, safety, diversity, and creativity. Over the years, their efforts have transformed thousands of lives across Detroit and beyond.
“Our goal is for listeners to recognize and celebrate their strengths and achievements, no matter how small,” Redrick expressed.
“We want to encourage Black parents to be kinder to themselves and embrace the imperfections that come with the parenting journey.”
Episode 1: Black Parents Unite!
Are you a dope Black parent? What does “good” or “perfect” parenting in the Black community look like today? Hear real talk from Teen HYPE’s CEO, Ambra Redrick, about raising two generations of Black children from playpen to pack ‘n play. Listen to her journey from teen mom to a nonprofit CEO and bonus mom to thousands of youths. For over two decades, Teen HYPE has been a youth champion, centering their voices while helping them prepare for the world. This inaugural episode acknowledges the complexities of Black parenthood but through a lens of grace, teenage confessions, laughter, lessons learned, and hope.
Listen to and watch The Black Parenthood Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, iHeart Radio, Pandora, and FMPlayer. New episodes are released every two weeks. Season one will conclude on Nov. 25, and a second season is slated for 2025.
This initiative is grant-funded and supported by the Office of Population Affairs. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services, nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
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