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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.
Episodes
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Tanya and Jessica are back after a short break, and the conversation lands somewhere real: what does it actually mean to be seen, and does visibility even work the same way for Black women?
The spark is Emma Grede's recent comments about showing up in person as the path to advancement. They have thoughts. So does the data on the hundreds of thousands of Black women who lost jobs in recent months while doing everything right.
The episode moves into community, the whiplash of Monday morning after a weekend in spaces that actually receive you, and Jessica's genuinely good take on where women of color are headed in the next decade of work.
Also: Lamar Odom gets the inaugural Loser Ass Takes award, and Tanya has opinions about cruises.
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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 Apr 08, 2026
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
This week on Girl…Call Me with Tanya and Jessica, we're diving headfirst into the stories that had the timeline talking.
From Trick Daddy and the AKA conference controversy to space skincare and Commander Glover's viral glow, from March Madness chaos to WNBA excitement, this episode is hot topics, hot mess headlines, and cultural commentary that earns its place in your feed.
We unpack what happens when entertainment collides with institutional spaces, why everyone suddenly had opinions about moisturizer in orbit, and how women's basketball keeps earning more conversation than it gets credit for.
Some stories are hot topics. Some are a hot mess. And some are somehow both.
**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 Apr 01, 2026
Wednesday Apr 01, 2026
We have all been there. A bill arrives that doesn't match the EOB. The prior authorization is stuck in limbo. Your doctor left the practice and now you have to start over. Healthcare is confusing by design, and most of us are navigating it without a map.
In this episode, Tanya and Jessica sit down with Gabriella Rodgers, a healthcare professional who works on the provider side, negotiating contracts between health systems and insurance companies. She breaks down how the system actually works, from how rates get set to why your bills sometimes don't add up, and what you can do about it.
They cover:
- HMO vs. PPO vs. value-based care, and how to actually choose what's right for you
- What an EOB is and why it matters when your bill arrives
- Prior authorizations, claim disputes, and how long they can really drag on
- The growing tension between insurance companies and health systems
- What value-based care means for patients (and why California is ahead)
- The doctor shortage and what it means for finding a primary care physician
- How to advocate for yourself when the system isn't working
Gabriella brings clarity, context, and a perspective most of us never get to hear. If you have ever felt lost in the healthcare maze, this episode is the one to share.
**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 Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Tanya and Jessica are back with an episode that moves from relationship dynamics to red carpet fashion to Selection Sunday and finds the same conversation beneath it all.
They start close to home: attachment theory, friendship dynamics, and what it looks like to stay in honest communication when relationships get complicated. Then they shift to the Oscars 2025 recap, including red carpet fashion, award show disappointments, and why subjectivity in entertainment almost always reflects something bigger than taste.
From there, it's March Madness predictions, the rise of women's basketball, and a real conversation about whose excellence gets recognized and why.
If you've ever felt like the institutions weren't built with you in mind, this episode names that directly and talks about what to do with it.
In this episode: attachment theory and relationships, Oscars 2025 recap, red carpet fashion, bias in entertainment and media, March Madness 2025, women's basketball, representation, Black culture, and creating spaces on your own terms.
**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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Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
Wednesday Mar 11, 2026
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.
**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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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.
**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 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.
**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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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.
**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.