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Girl…Call Me with Tanya and Jessica is where real conversations happen. Unfiltered, heartfelt, and rooted in the shared experience of being Black women navigating a world that often misunderstands us. Born from those “girl, call me” moments when you just need someone who gets it, this podcast is a space for reflection, release, and reimagining what wellness, joy, and community mean.
Now in Season Four, Tanya and Jessica continue showing up with honesty and humor, tackling everything from impostor syndrome and stress to joy, boundaries, and building community in uncertain times. They delve into health, culture, identity, and the systems that shape our lives, while creating space for laughter, storytelling, and collective care.
Whether it’s a deep dive or a vent session, every episode is a reminder that you’re not alone and that we deserve to be well-supported and heard.
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How do you protect your peace when the world feels nonstop, chaotic, and emotionally exhausting?
In this episode, Tanya and Jessica discuss news overload, anxiety, therapy, stress, hypervigilance, and how constant chaos affects our nervous systems. They reflect on politics, media consumption, emotional awareness, and the importance of boundaries, rest, laughter, friendship, and joy.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world and trying to figure out how to stay informed without losing yourself, this conversation is for you.
In this episode:
news overload, anxiety, therapy, cortisol, mental health, self-care, nervous system care, emotional awareness, boundaries, friendship, politics, media, and finding joy in hard times.
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We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
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Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
In this episode, we unpack reality TV culture, our guilty pleasure shows, and what they reveal about us as viewers. From the new America’s Next Top Model documentary to shows like Love Is Blind, Love After Lockup, Teen Mom, Biggest Loser, and Cops, we ask the uncomfortable question: Did reality TV normalize exploitation, and why were we so willing to watch?
We revisit the most chaotic and problematic reality TV moments, talk about escapism versus harm, and debate whether reality TV has evolved or just moved to social media.
If you love smart pop culture commentary, honest conversations about media, and a little self-reflection with your laughs, this episode is for you.
Tell us your secret reality TV guilty pleasure, follow the show, and leave a review so more listeners can join the conversation.
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We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
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Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Wednesday Feb 18, 2026
Most of us underestimate how deeply AI is already woven into everyday life, from social media feeds and Netflix recommendations to healthcare decisions with real consequences. But when does a helpful tool become an intrusive threat?
In this episode, Jessica and Tanya unpack the risks and benefits of AI, from biased facial recognition to health data gaps that impact communities of color. They explore how AI shapes what we see, how we are tracked, and how accurately we are diagnosed.
You will hear about how AI is used in law enforcement, the tension between innovation and privacy, and practical ways to use AI as a thought partner without giving up control of your data or identity.
AI is already here. The real question is whether you are steering the wheel or just riding along.
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We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
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Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
In this episode, the hosts discuss why health insurance is so confusing and often feels like a language you were never taught. We unpack the basics, including your deductible, copay, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket maximum, plus the chaos of in-network vs out-of-network care.
We share our worst insurance stories, the bills we did not see coming, the “I’ll deal with this later” panic. Then we get practical with simple tips for checking coverage, using your insurer’s “find a doctor” tool, and calling member services to verify costs before an appointment, without losing your mind.
Not experts, just two grown women trying to make health insurance make sense.
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We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
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Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
Wednesday Jan 28, 2026
In this Season 4 premiere of Girl…Call Me with Tanya and Jessica, we catch up after the break, laugh about soft life adventures, health resets, Mexico City trips, Korean scrubs, and Christmas gift blunders, then pivot into a real conversation about what it means to live, lead, and stay grounded in a heavy world.
We talk about independence, community, safety, mental health, and why relying on ourselves and each other matters more than ever. From building wealth and impact, to navigating fear, politics, social change, and personal resilience, this episode sets the tone for a season focused on growth, power, and collective care.
We also share Shine Sis Shine moments, celebrate Black excellence, including Gladys West’s legacy and Trinity Rodman’s historic contract, and reflect on why independent voices, honest conversations, and sisterhood are essential right now.
This season is about impact, independence, building wealth, protecting our peace, and keeping each other lifted while leveling up.
Tap in. Like, subscribe, share, and tell us how you are taking care of yourself this season.
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Tuesday Dec 30, 2025
Tuesday Dec 30, 2025
As the year comes to a close, Tanya and Jessica take time to reflect on what stayed, what shifted, and what they’re carrying forward into 2026.
In this end-of-year conversation, they move through rapid-fire reflections, one-word lessons, and honest insights about personal growth, relationships, and the importance of simplifying life. From moments of laughter to thoughtful pauses, this episode is about recognizing how far you’ve come, letting go of what no longer serves you, and stepping into the new year with clarity and intention.
It is a warm, candid close to the year, rooted in self-reflection, community, and the reminder that you are already enough.
Happy holidays and happy new year from Girl…Call Me with Tanya and Jessica. We’ll see you in 2026.
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**Enjoying the show? Buy us a coffee! Your support helps us keep the convo real, the mics on, and the vibes strong. https://coff.ee/podcastgirg
We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
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Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
It’s our Season Three Season Finale, and we’re closing out the year by revisiting the conversations that shaped us. From holiday boundaries and burnout to choosing ourselves, car-shopping chaos, pop culture moments, and lessons from Martha’s Vineyard, we’re bringing together our favorite moments of the year.
We reflect on how we rest, negotiate, protect our peace, and show up as women in a world that keeps trying us. We revisit the episodes that pushed us to grow, the guests who inspired us, and the stories that made us laugh out loud.
If you’re craving year-end reflection, real talk, and a reminder to choose yourself, this finale is for you.
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We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
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Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
With the holidays approaching, we are revisiting one of our most loved episodes from the summer. Burnout is never the goal. Choose rest, joy, and ease.
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Are you exhausted from doing all the things, but still feel like it’s not enough? In this episode of Girl…Call Me with Tanya and Jessica, the hosts, get real about burnout, the pressure to perform constantly, and the difference between surviving and truly thriving. From navigating packed schedules and allergy season to finding joy at concerts and courtside, this candid conversation unpacks the emotional toll of chasing success in a world that never stops.
Whether you're feeling the weight of job insecurity, stuck in hustle mode, or questioning your own definition of success, this episode offers relatable stories, laugh-out-loud moments, and actionable tips to help you reclaim your peace, prioritize self-care, and rewrite the narrative.
Listen if you're ready to go from burnout to balance—because the grind is not the badge.
We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
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**Enjoying the show? Buy us a coffee! Your support helps us keep the convo real, the mics on, and the vibes strong. https://coff.ee/podcastgirg
We invite you to become part of our community. If you have questions for our hosts or want to suggest a topic for the show, please email us at podcast.girlcallme@gmail.com
- Website: www.girlcallme.com
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Jessica your co-host
A genuine communicator is at the heart of every profound conversation, and Jessica exemplifies this essence. A seasoned communications strategist, Jessica's commitment to her craft is only paralleled by her dedication to meaningful causes. Throughout her two-decade-long career, Jessica has been a steadfast ally to numerous organizations across diverse sectors. Her involvement spans from public media and housing to pressing healthcare issues, disease advocacy, and the crucial domains of membership associations, community development, and early childhood education.
Jessica's reputation precedes her as a changemaker—a visionary who doesn't just conceptualize strategies but transforms them into actionable realities. Her unique ability to harness and optimize talent has seen organizations transition from mere aspirations to tangible accomplishments. The recipe for success is straightforward for Jessica: a robust strategy underpinned by an exceptional team.
Currently residing on the West Coast in Los Angeles, Jessica embraces new experiences alongside her husband, always seeking the next opportunity to make a difference and inspire others. Join her on the "Girl...Call Me" podcast as she, alongside her esteemed co-host, delves deep into the multifaceted realm of Black women's health and addresses their everyday challenges with grace, insight, and unwavering commitment.
Tanya your co-host
Beyond her role as a podcast co-host, Tanya's life is a testament to resilience, leadership, and profound expertise.
Tanya's professional journey spans over two decades, marking her as a seasoned fundraiser and event strategist of the highest order. Her transformative impact resonates across multi-million-dollar organizations, where she has been instrumental in reshaping culture, programs, and financial trajectories.
Her expansive leadership canvas encompasses strategic planning, program development, and fundraising. Her prowess in metrics-based performance outcomes, partnership development, and event planning is matched only by her acumen in marketing, public relations, board leadership, and compliance in nonprofit and for-profit realms.
Tanya resides outside Los Angeles with two fur babies and her wife, Jennifer.
On the "Girl…Call Me" podcast, Tanya will intertwine her professional acumen with her heartfelt passion for advocacy. Diving deep into the intricacies of Black women's health and challenges, Tanya Johnson is a connector channeling her knowledge, empathy, and advocacy. Through her conversations, Tanya invites listeners to embrace and understand the nuanced experiences of Black women, fostering a space of learning, reflection, and solidarity.