Thee Real Joy Podcast

In this episode, we delve into the reality of family relationships and the acknowledgment that, despite disagreements, we are bound together for life. Reflecting on past arguments, we realize the importance of accepting and valuing our familial connections.

In this episode, Thee Real Joy and Ivan recount their journey post undergrad, including pivotal summer research to graduate school opportunity and a pregnancy weeks before graduation. They discuss the unexpected hurdles of parenthood, co-parenting, and integrating into a predominantly white academic space. The video addresses the emotional and psychological strain, family dynamics,

In this episode, our guest, Ivan Jackson, Kalani’s dad, reflect on their decade-long journey as co-parents. They take listeners through their history, from meeting in college to the challenges and triumphs of raising their daughter. They discuss their unique relationship, navigating college as black students, and the impact of future planning. Tune in for an insightful stroll dow

In this emotional and inspiring episode, TheeRealJoy shares their transformative journey from a period of homelessness to becoming a successful entrepreneur. The narrative begins with the warmth and acceptance they felt moving in with a supportive friend, Jamie, and describes how they transitioned into various jobs, ultimately finding solace and passion in makeup and hairstyling. J

In this episode,TheeRealJoy shares a personal battle with grief, feeling unsupported and anxious within their family dynamics. They talk about the discomfort of staying at a relative's place, feeling like an outsider rather than at home. The narrative includes a poignant moment of attempting to bring their daughter into what they hoped would be a stable environment, only to be told

The Real Joy Podcast: A Journey of Self-Discovery and ResilienceIn the first episode of 'The Real Joy Podcast,' host Eboni Joy, also known as The Real Joy, introduces herself and shares her journey of self-discovery and resilience. She discusses the origin of her content name, her upbringing in various states, and how the loss of her mother in 2018 profoundly impacted her life. Ebo

From struggles to lessons, from setbacks to triumphs-this podcast is my story, my journey, and a celebration with everyone who's been by my side through it all. I can't wait to share it with you. Stay tuned-this is just the beginning.