Trina joins Tavis Smiley in conversation to contrast recent pro-spanking arguments by Charles Barkley and Stephen A. Smith. Trina connects liberated parenting with the nonviolent teachings of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King.

In this episode, Trina Greene welcomes Ivory Parnell-Chambeshi, as a guest co-host to kick-off the 2026 season of the podcast. In this heartfelt kitchen table convo seasoned with research data, they chat about the new-yet-old remixed stereotypes that are placed onto Black children to box them into troubled narratives about who they are and what they can become.  They discuss the media messages that affect and influence Black youth, including two of the most visible: “Baddie” for girls and “YN” for boys. They also reflect on their own coming-of-age and how media influenced their evolution.

To uplift Black parents as they take on the big task of parenting children, Trina and Ivory also offer tips for how they and other Black parents can help their children navigate these stereotypes to develop a positive sense of self and the agency to express themselves in fashion and beyond – in an informed, affirming and of course, liberated way.

Listen in to hear edges snatched, ‘Big Momma’ wisdom, and Black mama vibes!

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Ivory is an alumna of P4L’s Black Parent Innovation Lab and Strong African American Families Program, and champion of P4L’s broader work. The identities she most prizes are being a Black mama and mommy of three daughters and a son, grateful daughter of Margie Mae Jackson and Anita Parnell, and native/3rd-generation resident of the Crenshaw Community of South Central Los Angeles. The majority of her career has been spent advancing sustainable community economic development and housing projects in Los Angeles County and beyond. To reenergize and rejuvenate, she enjoys hiking, biking, reading and karaoking!

In this powerful episode, Trina Greene speaks with Seven, a Black queer young adult and creative storyteller. Together, they reflect on the urgency of storytelling and family affirmation in a time marked by rising anti-queer legislation. As external spaces become more threatening, they explore how homes can become sanctuaries of resistance, healing, and freedom.

Listen to honest reflections on authenticity, identity, chosen family, and why stories at home are as powerful as protest banners in protecting youth. This conversation—part activism, part art, entirely healing—challenges us to imagine what radical care looks like when systems fail us.

Seven is a born and raised Los Angeles native, and the only openly queer child amongst her family. A visual artist who loves to draw, animate, sculpt but is partial to painting. Outside of art, Seven is passionate about activism. When they are not creating or aiding the community, they are likely reading a book, watching movies or connecting with nature.

Seven, a born and raised Los Angeles native and  the only openly queer child amongst her family. A visual artist who loves to draw, animate, sculpt but is partial to painting. Outside of art, Seven is passionate about activism. When they are not creating or aiding the community, they are likely reading a book, watching movies or connecting with nature.

Seven is a born and raised Los Angeles native and the only openly queer child amongst her family. A visual artist who loves to draw, animate, sculpt but is partial to painting. Outside of art, Seven is passionate about activism. When they are not creating or aiding the community, they are likely reading a book, watching movies or connecting with nature.

Resources Mentioned:

Supporting Black LGBTQ+ Youth: A Guide for Black Families and Caregivers (Human Rights Campaign)

In this Father’s Day episode, Trina Greene sits down with writer and single Black father Corey Richardson to unpack the sacred act of raising liberated Black children while building a business from the ground up. From raising daughters with radical empathy to countering harmful stereotypes about Black dads, Corey’s journey offers a blueprint for parenting with presence, transparency, and revolutionary love.

Corey offers an honest and humorous reflection on raising a teenager and a neurodivergent child with care, clarity, and community. As a father navigating single parenting, he shares what it means to model transparency, build a village, and pursue peace over chaos. The conversation dives into the myth of the absent Black father, creating new identities after loss, and why showing your children your humanity is a parenting superpower.

In this heart-filled, movement-affirming episode, we’re jumping into a deep and playful conversation with Courtney Tell, founder of Melanated Jump Squad LA (MJSLAA), about how double dutch isn't just a childhood pastime—it’s a sacred portal to healing, liberation, and Black joy.

Together, Trina and Courtney weave personal stories, cultural commentary, and reflections from our Black Mama Play event, reminding us that joy, rest, and play are not luxuries—they are birthrights.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness month, a heavy topic but one that needs to be addressed especially in the Black community. Trina Greene is joined by Ebony Williams—a Black queer mother, trauma therapist, and founder of Cactus and Bloom. Together, they unpack the heavy but vital topic of child sexual abuse (CSA) in Black communities.

This conversation explores how historical trauma, racialized sexual violence, and silence have shaped Black parenting experiences—and how survivor parents can break intergenerational cycles of harm. They also discuss culturally grounded tools, survivor-informed care, and community accountability outside the criminal justice system In this deeply moving and educational episode. 

Explore a new segment where Trina interviews Jessica Ross, P4L board member, former staff, and parent participant of Parenting For Liberation. They chat about Jessica’s involvement and evolution with the organization and how it helped shape her motherhood journey.

Join Trina Greene, host of Parenting for Liberation, in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Nanika Coor, clinical psychologist, respectful parenting therapist, and mindful parenting enthusiast. Together they delve deep into the crucial topic of liberating schools.

In this thought-provoking episode, Trina and Dr. Nanika Coor explore innovative strategies, historical contexts, and personal anecdotes around schooling and education, while offering invaluable insights for parents, educators, and anyone passionate about transforming the education system. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on fostering environments where children can thrive and truly be themselves.

Learn more about Dr. Nanika's work https://brooklynparenttherapy.com/.

Join Trina Greene for an impactful conversation with Shawna Wells, Founder and CEO of B is for Black Brilliance, on the topic of Legacy & Black Brilliance.

In this podcast episode, Trina Greene is joined by Marinne Nolen, Fenella Williams, paradyse oakley to discuss the impact of the Strong African American Families Program (SAAF) curriculum on Black Families and themselves. They discuss ways to approach healthy communication, healing intergenerational parenting wounds, and more!

Learn more about the SAAF curriculum and program here.

If you're in the LA area and want to join P4L's upcoming SAAF programming, sign up here.

Tune in as Trina Greene & gina Breedlove dive into the transformative power of sound healing and the journey of healing from your past. Join them as they explore topics like soul retrieval and the crucial role of self-care in the healing process. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment as they share insights, stories, and techniques to help you unlock your true potential and find peace within.