MEET THE
team
Shirley Hubbard and Natalyn Bradshaw, lead Queens in the Shades of Shades of Strong Queendom vibe so well together that listeners often find it unbelievable that they have never met in real life. Shirl and Natty met in a Facebook group in 2016. That chance encounter has blossomed into a beautiful sistaship that few have the luxury of experiencing. They’ve laughed together, cried together, and are now supporting and helping to heal a Black female nation together.
Shirl and Natty are both motivated by their desire to see Black women given the same respect, courtesies, and opportunities that all cultures enjoy. They are committed to facilitating conversations around these issues while creating safe spaces where Black women feel supported and loved. They are devoted to holding space for Strong Black Women to UNCAPE, UNMASK & UNHIDE so they can finally say F*** you to that superwoman cape.
Shirley Hubbard
Conversation facilitator and sistahood cultivator residing in the southern state of Mississippi. She holds a degree in Human Services with an emphasis in counseling, Shirley’s spent most of her adult life working in the non-profit sector mentoring Black female youth living below the poverty line. Her love for writing, speaking, and mentoring was birthed from her desire to see Black women given a fair chance in a world that often demeans and wants to keep them from speaking up about it.
Natalyn Bradshaw
Multi-disciplinary artist and writer based in Southwest Virginia. She has worked as an artistic coach and mentor, and as a music and voice teacher for two decades. Her creative interests come from her desire to express vulnerability in ways that draw people in and encourage self-reflection and awareness.
ABOUT THE
Show
Shades of Strong is a conversational podcast about tearing down the myths and stereotypes of the Strong Black Woman. We’re here to shake things up because long gone are the days when Black women are taking care of everybody while nobody is taking care of them. We are NOT the mules of the world and we will not accept being treated as such. We are well educated, well accomplished individuals making things happen and we look good doing it, but we are no longer doing it to the detriment of our mental and emotional well being. We dance to the beat of our own strong figuratively and literally.
CONTACT US
Shades of Strong, LLC
6811 Old Canton Road #704
Ridgeland, MS 39157
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WHAT OUR
listeners
ARE SAYING
I love you both so much. I can’t wait until God brings women like you all into my physical circle. You both speak to my heart & I’m grateful God brought you both in my virtual life. I fell in love with Shades Of Strong while listening to the episode-Behind the Mask of Angry Black Woman. I now have an IPhone, so I faithfully listen to you all on Apple Podcasts. My voice gets stronger with every episode. I have been silent for way too long.
L. Carter
This podcast is so amazing. Shirl and Natty are already my best friends in my head. They immediately make you feel like you are sitting on their couch with a glass of wine, having girl talk. I love the transparency, raw, realness and laughter. No matter what you are going thru these two amazing women will give you the courage and strength to get through it. Each episode will take you on a healing journey you’ll never forget.
J. Danielle
I usually don’t listen to podcasts, but today I said, “while you walk, you’re gonna feed your spirit.” I typed in “healing” to the podcast app & stumbled upon your episode “Dear Sis, You Don’t Have To Fake It.” I was beyond blessed by every word, so much so, I started sending the link out to others whom I thought could benefit. I am now a subscriber & I’m so glad I made the spontaneous choice to listen.
A. McKoy
WHERE TO
Listen
The wonderful thing about podcasts is that you can listen anytime, anywhere. For your listening pleasure Shades of Strong is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, IHeart Radio, Spotify, Audible, Pandora and pretty much anywhere podcasts are hosted. Simply search Shades of Strong wherever you get your podcast fix.
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SHADES OF STRONG
Shades of Strong is a conversational podcast about the everyday experiences of the Strong Black Woman. On it you will hear conversations about the importance of tearing down the myths and stereotypes that have kept Black women in bondage for years.
TOPIC THEMES
- Black Women, Vulnerability & Emotional Wellness
- Uncaping, Unmasking, Unhiding in Life, Love & Relationships
- Racial Discrimination and the Superwoman Schema
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AUDIENCE DEMOGRAPHICS
- 55% Female | 60% aged 24-34 yrs
- 60% of listeners based in the US, 20% in Canada
PODCAST STATISTICS
32k
Total downloads
2k
Avg monthly downloads
400
avg per episode
4.8
RATING ON ITUNES
1k
followers
35
followers
571
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Shades of Strong, LLC
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This podcast is so amazing. Shirl and Natty are already my best friends in my head. They immediately make you feel like you are sitting on their couch with a glass of wine, having girl talk. I love the transparency, raw, realness and laughter. No matter what you are going thru these two amazing women will give you the courage and strength to get through it. Each episode will take you on a healing journey you’ll never forget.
J. Danielle
I usually don’t listen to podcasts, but today I said, “while you walk, you’re gonna feed your spirit.” I typed in “healing” to the podcast app & stumbled upon your episode “Dear Sis, You Don’t Have To Fake It.” I was beyond blessed by every word, so much so, I started sending the link out to others whom I thought could benefit. I am now a subscriber & I’m so glad I made the spontaneous choice to listen.
A. McKoy
