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The best thing about being Black is our ability to adapt, overcome, and thrive. On the Black and EMPOWERed podcast, we highlight Black excellence, talk about the science of physical, mental, and behavioral health, and interview experts in the field. Join the EMPOWER lab as we continue to focus on Engaging Minorities in Prevention, Outreach, Wellness, Education, and Research. If you are a student, organizational leader, thinker, healer, creator, or anyone who would like to explore how to best utilize your personal strengths, resources, and talents, then this is the podcast for you! *We are a part of the University of Georgia & Georgia State University, but these are our personal views and are not reflective of the institution.* *The content of this podcast does not constitute therapy, if you are interested in services, please contact a local professional.*
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Friday Feb 18, 2022
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Come join us as we feature Psych Mic, hosted by Maya Metser as she interviews Dr. Isha Metzger. This special episode opens with a laugh. This episode is especially great for students considering going deeper into academic pursuits around psychology and/or getting into clinical practice.
To learn more about Psych Mic, check out their page here: Psych Mic
And learn more about The EMPOWER lab on our Twitter and Instagram
Sunday Dec 26, 2021
Sunday Dec 26, 2021
Today's episode will cover how to discuss race with children, what to do as a clinical when working with clients with different beliefs, and the work that the EMPOWER lab does in racial trauma and racial socialization in offsetting these issues in our communities.
This interview with Dr. Isha Metzger was initially recorded for The Psychologist's Podcast by Gill and Julia Strait, released on their podcast earlier this year. Gill and Julia are both Licensed Psychologists (TX) and Licensed Specialists in School Psychology
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Wednesday Dec 01, 2021
Join us in this special podcast where our very own Dr. Isha Metzger interviews with The Cohort Sistas Podcast and discusses establishing expectations and boundaries in her work and blacking both academic and community work. To learn more about The Cohort Sistas, check out their social media linked below, and their podcast filled with academic gems here.
The Cohort Sistas Twitter | The Cohort Sistas | The Empower Twitter & Instagram
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Join us for a conversation with Candice Dwyer, second yr doctoral student at Virginia Tech, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger, as they discuss Women Principal Investigators. Learn about the path towards becoming a PI as a woman in academia.
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Welcome to Season 2 of the Black and EMPOWERED Podcast. In this first episode, meet our newest graduate students, Ashanti Brown and Niara Carrenard. We will update you on all that's been going on, changes in the EMPOWER lab, and highlight stories of Black excellence.
Follow us on our Instagram and Twitter and follow the Black excellence pages discussed in this episode below.
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Friday Sep 10, 2021
Friday Sep 10, 2021
Join us on this rebroadcast episode of REEC radio's interview with our very own Dr. Isha Metzger. Dr. Metzger will discuss racial trauma, coping, and how she challenges systemic racism using a multi-level approach.
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Wednesday Sep 01, 2021
Wednesday Sep 01, 2021
Join us today as we listen to Liz Tung interview Dr. Isha Metzger as she discusses suicidality in Black youth, risk factors and barriers that may impact access to health care and mental health services in Black communities, and how to actively participate in reducing existing barriers, whether you are a clinical or community member.
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‘We are in a state of emergency’: What's behind the rising suicide rate among Black kids
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
Wednesday Aug 04, 2021
Listen in on this special panel discussion on the state of Black mental health, featuring Dr. Earl Turner, Dr. Donell Barnett, Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi, and our very own Dr. Isha Metzger. Join the panelists as they discuss coping and healing, increased stress in our communities of color, the need for culturally responsive clinicians, explicit conversations about racism between parents and children, and coping and healing strategies.
Trigger warning there will be discussion on police brutality and racial injustice as part of the episode.
Follow the panelists and us on social media: The Empower Lab, Therapy for Black Kids, Dr. Maryam Jernigan-Noesi
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Wednesday Jul 14, 2021
Join us on this special episode in collaboration with Yale University's Center for Interdisciplinary Research on Aids, CIRA, panel discussion on how to set up a research team. Learn how the panel members discuss creating the culture they want within their teams, managing, mentoring, and developing your research staff.
To learn more about Yale University's CIRA program click here.
Wednesday Jun 16, 2021
Wednesday Jun 16, 2021
In today's episode, we are gonna be real with our audience about our experiences with COVID-19, while being in grad school and still trying to maintain a sense of normalcy the best that we can during these hectic times. Join us as we discuss what it's been like for us and also cover some coping tips that we have found useful in our personal lives.