Interrupting Everything

In this episode of Interrupting Everything we talk activism! We'll be taking a deep dive into the mindset required to finally realize our dream of liberation. You'll learn how the pursuit of equity is a daily activity, not isolated acts of "charity". Nikki also teaches about unique activism archetypes and how they look in practice. If you feel called out it's only because we believe in your ability to contribute to a liberated future! In This Episode You'll Learn: Why activism isn't just for "heroes" or "chosen few" How racism, patriarchy, and inequity are baked in to our concepts of activism A key to contributing effectively and consistently to co-creating a more just, equitable, and sustainable world The 6 Activist Archetypes How learning your Activist Archetype helps you steer clear of performative allyship How identifying your Archetype allows you to play to your strengths, be a more impactful contributor to collective liberation, and sustain your work for the long haul. How to discover your unique Activist Archetype Tune in, let's learn together! Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ Visit interruptseries.com to discover your Activist Archetype.                            

In this thought-provoking episode of Interrupting Everything, host Nikki sits down with Thea Monyeé, a renowned artist, mama, and Eco-Womanist, to explore the transformative power of joy-centered living.  Amidst the chaos and challenges of modern life, Thea Monyeé shares her insights on how to harness the healing power of ungovernability, mind your own business, and create a life filled with true liberation and creativity.  From navigating the aftermath of personal and collective crises to understanding the deep connection between joy and grief, this episode offers practical tools and profound wisdom for anyone ready to step into a more liberated future.  Join us as we interrupt suffering and discover the radical potential of joy.  Thea Monyeé embodies, advocates for, and teaches humans how to embrace Joy & Change in their daily lives.  From podcasting to diving, she uses diverse mediums to demonstrate the power of these two forces and offers a hand to those willing to engage the journey. Thea Monyeé' defines joy as every living thing's right to choose, at any moment, what brings them the highest experiences they desire.  Her joy mission seeks to ensure every human being understands their joy is a birthright. Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interruptseries on Instagram.⁣

In this engaging episode of "Interrupting Everything," Nikki explores the important issue of despair among activists and provides practical strategies for overcoming it. Tune in to discover how to combat feelings of despair, regain a sense of possibility, and develop resilience for sustained activism. You'll learn: The impact of despair How to recognize your place in activism How to sustain your activism 6 practical things you can do today to quit feeling despair and start feeling more hopeful   Don’t miss this essential guide to maintaining your well-being and strengthening collective efforts in the fight for social justice. Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interruptseries on Instagram.⁣

In this episode, we're addressing the pervasive epidemic of despair and closely examining the emotional and psychological toll of ongoing social injustices and the challenges activists face. We conduct a thorough "despair check," identifying various emotional, physical, and social symptoms associated with despair.  You'll learn about: The transition from a hopeful period, marked by events like Obama's presidency and the activism surge in 2020, to the current widespread despair. The common thoughts and feelings associated with despair beleifs that contribute to despair and the importance of recognizing and addressing them. The emotional and physical symptoms of despair leading to chronic burnout. Strategies for coping and ways to manage. Calls to Action Take a breath and step back to replenish yourself. Take care not to overextend yourself and maintain a sustainable pace in activism. Celebrate small victories to stay motivated.  Build community support and avoid isolation. Challenge detrimental thoughts and take small, actionable steps to combat feelings of despair. Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interruptseries on Instagram.⁣

In this special celebratory episode of The Interrupting Everything podcast, we mark a significant milestone—surpassing 1,000 downloads in just 7 weeks! Join us as we reflect on this incredible journey, discuss how to create resilience, and uncover the importance of celebrating every step along the way. Nikki reflects on a journey through uncertainty, a heartbreaking loss, and academic pressures, and shares insights on shortening the distance between you and the future you want to live in, and practical tips for achieving your goals faster and with more ease. Whether you’re a long-time listener or new to our community, this episode is filled with inspiration and actionable advice to help you create the future you envision. Tune in, and let's celebrate together!  Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interruptseries on Instagram.⁣

In this episode, Nikki gives you a detailed, step-by-step plan to equip you to care for yourself in a crisis. She breaks down the importance of self-care, underscoring the need to address mental, emotional, and spiritual health and outlines several strategies for self-preservation with an emphasis on community care. Tune in to learn:  The one thing you're skipping over that keeps you from making progress. A powerful tool to express and manage emotions. How to protect your energy and avoid unnecessary stress One simple all-purpose practice you can start today to get clarity, manage thoughts, and formulate a plan How to naturally improve your mood and reduce stress   Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interruptseries on Instagram.⁣

Just in time for Women's History month, this is the episode to get you together. In this episode, Nikki breaks down the critical need to interrupt your dependence on the labor of Black women, a phenomenon that became particularly evident after the 2024 election. This episode explores the historical and systemic reliance on Black women's labor and the ways in which Black women have been instrumental in guiding and liberating others, often without adequate recognition or compensation.  Listen to learn the 2 most important questions that will help you take accountability for the efforts you contribute to collective liberation and get practical steps to interrupt your dependence on Black women's labor. This one right here is a classic, packed with foundational concepts you're probably gonna want to share with everyone you know this Women's History Month and return to again and again. Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interruptseries on Instagram.⁣

This week, we're interrupting consumerism with none other than Aja Barber. Aja Barber is a writer and author of the book Consumed The Need for Collective Change: Colonialism, Climate Change, and Consumerism. She's also a stylist and consultant whose work deals with the intersections of sustainability and the fashion landscape. Her work builds heavily on ideas behind privilege, wealth inequality, racism, feminism, colonialism and how to fix the fashion industry with all these things in mind. In Interrupting Everything Ep: 8 Interrupting Consumerism with Aja Barber, we engage in a passionate discussion about the pitfalls of fast fashion, the importance of ethical shopping, and the power of boycotts to explore the complex world of consumerism and its far-reaching impacts on society and the environment . We also share personal anecdotes and practical tips on how to transition to a more sustainable lifestyle starting right now. Tune in to find out how our purchasing decisions can contribute to a more equitable and sustainable world, and learn how to make mindful choices that align with your values.  Whether you're a seasoned when it comes to shopping more sustainably or just beginning your journey, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration for everyone. You can learn more about Aja Barber at Ajabarber.com and support her work by subscribing on Patreon. Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interruptseries on Instagram.⁣

In this rousing episode, Nikki sits down with Joquina M. Reed, an educator, renowned consultant, advocate, and creator of Divesting from Anti-Blackness, to explore the intricate layers of anti-Blackness and its pervasive impact on society.⁣ ⁣ Joquina shares personal anecdotes, historical insights, and actionable strategies for divesting from whiteness and decoupling from anti-blackness.⁣ ⁣ From the origins of her nickname to the profound responsibilities of being an educator and healer, Joquina's narrative is both enlightening and empowering. ⁣ ⁣ Join us as we examine the nuances of racism, the importance of reparations, and the critical need for Black liberation. ⁣ ⁣ This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to understanding and dismantling systemic oppression. ⁣ ⁣ Special thanks to Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interrupt series on Instagram.⁣⁣ ⁣ About Our Guest:⁣ Joquina Reed is a Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (J.E.D.I.) practitioner and the founding steward of J Reed Consulting LLC, a professional development and organizational wellness firm based in Baton Rouge, La.⁣ ⁣ With an M.A. in Communication Studies, she previously served as the Director of Forensics at Louisiana State University. Joquina is the creator of the Divesting from Whiteness and Please Say Black podcasts and curator of The Anti-Blackness Reader project.⁣ ⁣ Every day, Joquina wakes up committed to moving us closer to the goal of shared humanity. Inspired by the words of Anna Julia Cooper, ‘The cause of freedom is not the cause of a race, sect, or class—it is the cause of humankind,’ she approaches DEI work with a justice-centered lens. She supports individuals and organizations in building the capacity to address cultural challenges and biases, driving sustainable, systemic change.⁣ ⁣ Joquina lives and works on the unceded territory of the Houma and Chahta Yakni (Choctaw) peoples, carrying a deep awareness of the legacy of the land.

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Ebony Janice, a free woman on a love journey and founder of the Free People Project and Emma's Legacy Foundation. ⁣ ⁣ Ebony Janice shares a little about her journey of becoming a first-generation interrupter, breaking free from societal norms, religious constraints, and patriarchal ideologies to embrace her true self.⁣ ⁣ Through candid exchanges with Nikki about her personal struggles, radical self-sovereignty, and the importance of intentional community, Ebony Janice offers profound insights and practical tools for anyone in pursuit of a liberated life. ⁣ ⁣ Listen to this episode to explore the power of choice, the significance of rituals, and the journey toward love and freedom in a world that often demands self-abandonment and compliance.⁣ ⁣ Thank you Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ Special thanks to the Provocateurs over on Patreon who make this podcast possible by subscribing to support this work.⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interrupt series on Instagram.⁣ ⁣ 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭:⁣ ⁣ EbonyJanice is the founder and CEO of The Free People Project and the artistic exemplar of The EbonyJanice Project. She has authored several books, including “All The Black Girls Are Activists: A Fourth Wave Womanist Pursuit Of Dreams As Radical Resistance.” ⁣ ⁣ Her Spiritual Mentorship Program, entitled “Dream Yourself Free,” is designed to support Black Women as they do the work to heal personal and intergenerational wounds and prioritize pleasure. Her talks embody a Hip Hop Womanist perspective.⁣ ⁣ She is the visionary and creator of Black Girl Mixtape, a platform and safe think space that showcases the intellectual authority of Black Women. She is the founder of the All The Black Girls Are Bestsellers Campaign, raising over a million dollars to mass purchase Black Femme books with the goal of getting them on The New York Times Best Sellers List. This project endeavored to spend the bulk of these funds in small Black and Indie-owned bookstores and gifted thousands of books to individuals and organizations nationwide.⁣ ⁣ EbonyJanice is an initiated and practicing Ifa Priestess and has earned her Bachelors in Cultural Anthropology and Political Science and a Masters of Arts in Social Change with a concentration in Spiritual Leadership, Womanist Theology, and Racial Justice.

If you've ever struggled with keeping your resolutions or felt stuck in a cycle of unfulfilled promises, this is the episode for you.⁣ ⁣ This week, we explore 5 powerful strategies to help you prioritize your goals, break them down into manageable steps, and develop the discipline needed to see them through.⁣ ⁣ Learn how to anticipate obstacles, cultivate a freedom-facilitating mindset, and leverage community support to stay on track.⁣ ⁣ Tune in and transform your approach to goal-setting to create success you can sustain.⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Thank you Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Special thanks to the Provocateurs over on Patreon who make this podcast possible by subscribing to support this work.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interrupt series on Instagram.  

In this episode of Interrupting Everything, host Nikki does a deep dive into New Year's resolutions and why so many of us struggle to keep them.⁣ ⁣ With fascinating insights and data, Nikki explores the emotional journey of goal setting, the common pitfalls that lead to failure, and the specific dates when most people give up.⁣ ⁣ She offers practical advice on how to turn vague resolutions into actionable, skill-oriented goals and emphasizes the importance of creating a revolution in your life instead of focusing on resolutions.⁣ ⁣ Whether you're looking to live healthier, save more money, or simply stick to your goals, this episode provides the tools and motivation you need to succeed.⁣ ⁣ Tune in to learn how to avoid being part of the 92% who never achieve their goals and start making lasting changes today. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Thank you Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Special thanks to the Provocateurs over on Patreon who make this podcast possible by subscribing to support this work.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @interrupt series on Instagram.

In this episode of Interrupting Everything, we explore the true legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting the radical and profound work that is often sanitized and misappropriated.⁣ ⁣ Nikki Blak passionately addresses the importance of resisting the anti-Black urge to flatten Dr. King's legacy into feel-good soundbites and, instead, embrace his entire message of systemic change, economic justice, and anti-militarism.⁣ ⁣ Find out how and why Dr. King's words are frequently misused to dismiss modern-day activism, learn how to recognize if you're guilty of mishandling his legacy, identify actionable steps to honor his true vision and learn what you can do and say to interrupt the annual white-washing of Dr. King.⁣ ⁣ This episode is a call to action for all listeners to engage with Dr. King's complete works, support contemporary racial justice movements, and interrupt the need to be comforted by sanitized and revised versions of history.⁣ ⁣ Listen to learn and appreciate the real Dr. King and so you can commit to continuing his fight for justice and equality.⁣ ⁣  Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister and social activist who played a key role in the American civil rights movement from the mid-1950s until his assassination in 1968. He is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience based on his Christian beliefs. Dr. King was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1964 and is remembered for his powerful speeches and writings that continue to inspire movements for justice and equality.⁣ ⁣ Thank you Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.⁣ ⁣ Special thanks the Provocateurs who make this podcast possible by subscribing on Patreon.⁣ ⁣ To learn more about how to interrupt oppression, visit interruptseries.com and follow @InterruptSeries on Instagram.  

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the concept of ungovernability and why it is crucial for our collective liberation.  Join me to explore 6 actionable steps to create an ungovernable year, from clarifying your core values to celebrating small wins.  Learn how to cultivate solidarity, engage in direct action, and practice consistent self-reflection.  Whether you're a seasoned activist or just starting your journey, this episode provides practical advice and inspiration to help you stand firm in your beliefs and make meaningful contributions to the fight against oppression.  Tune in and discover how to embrace your ungovernable self and reshape society for the better.  Thank you Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.  

"Ungovernability is going to get you free." Nikki Blak kicks off the Interrupting Everything Podcast by introducing the concept of ungovernability, emphasizing its importance and relevance in 2025. She explains that ungovernability involves refusing to comply with oppressive or unjust systems and norms, and highlight its role in challenging societal rules and institutions that perpetuate inequities and injustice. She underscores the significance of ungovernability for activists and aspiring co-conspirators, outlining 4 major reasons why it is crucial throughout the coming year. Thank you Def Sound for providing the theme for Interrupting Everything.