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Kayla Babers

  • In this episode, we are talking about something that shapes so much of ourlives—female friendships.
  • Community
    How much is beauty really costing us? On this episode of Love Girls The Podcast, hosts Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers-Gunn dive into the true cost of beauty—breaking down their own monthly spending and uncovering the price we pay for looking and feeling our best.
  • Community
    Exploring Fat Phobia and Social Media's Grip on Body Image
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    Thurgood Brooks and his teenage campaign manager, Amelia Rursch, reflect on the highs and lows of his mayoral race. In this candid conversation, they share the untold stories behind the campaign and the lessons they learned from facing defeat. Hosted by Kayla Babers and Jasmine Babers-Gunn with teen co-host, Dalaysia Dixon.
  • Community
    In this episode of Love Girls The Podcast episode, host Kayla Babers and Jasmine Baber-Gunn welcome Dr. Tiffany Stoner Harris to discuss the critical importance of representation in mental health treatment.
  • Community
    This is part two with special guests, Dylaan Bibbs, Teresa Babers, Legend Donaldson, and teen guest Darrionna Harrison for a candid discussion on navigating relationships and the journey to finding love.
  • Community
    Hosted by Kayla and Jasmine Babers with special guests, Dylaan Bibbs, Teresa Babers, Legend Donaldson and teen guest Dalyasia Dixon for a candid discussion on navigating relationships, exploring the world of dating apps, and the journey to finding love.
  • Community
    In this episode of the podcast, "Modern Dating Perspectives," three women - Kayla, Mikhayla, and Darrionna - dive into the complexities of dating in today's world.
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    In this episode a teen living in a shelter during senior year shares her experience and what keeps her going. This episode is hosted by Darrionna Harrisson, Mariah Martinez and Kayla Babers.
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    In this episode of "Love Girls", Kayla, Mariah, and Dariana engage in a thought-provoking discussion on various impactful topics. They start by addressing a recent racially charged incident on a boat in Montgomery. Dariana, being a teenager, provides her perspective, expressing her disapproval of the violence while also highlighting the unacceptable disrespect towards African Americans.The conversation then takes a more somber turn as they discuss the tragic murder of 10-year old Bre'Asia Terrell in their community in 2020. Kayla shares her deep sorrow as she recalls following the trial and hearing the distressing details, emphasizing how this terrible fate could have befallen any one of them. They discuss the insensitivity of treating true crime as mere entertainment, failing to acknowledge the pain experienced by the victims and their families.The speakers also delve into the disappointing hoax kidnapping case of Carly Russell earlier in 2022. They express their frustration at how this deceitful act undermined important efforts to raise awareness about missing black women and girls. Kayla specifically voices her anger at Russell for wasting valuable resources for personal attention.Shifting gears, the discussion turns towards the societal pressures fueled by social media, particularly the influence on women to undergo cosmetic surgeries. One of the speakers shares a personal tragedy, having lost a family member during a procedure. Dariana then recounts her own experience of overcoming body-shaming and learning to love her own body.As the podcast draws to a close, Mariah emphasizes the significance of organizations like Love Girls Magazine in empowering young girls and making a positive impact on their lives. They highlight the support, opportunities, and assistance in developing self-esteem and self-worth that these organizations provide. The speakers encourage any struggling girls to reach out for help, emphasizing the importance of seeking support during challenging times.