Hairitage Talks

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Tamekia Swint, Luke Mitchell

English Education Kids & Family Parenting

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Episodes 11

Avg. Duration 46m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (1)

Since Jul 2023

Latest Episode Nov 2025

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Quarterly

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Episodic

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About This Podcast

Welcome to "Hairitage: Celebrating Hair and Culture in Transracial Adoption," a light-hearted and engaging podcast hosted by Luke Mitchell and Tamekia Swint, Executive Director of Styles 4 Kidz. In this podcast, we delve into important and informative discussions that revolve around the unique experiences of parents and children in the transracial adoptive, foster, and biracial community. Our focus? The beautiful connection between black hair and culture. Join us as we navigate this exciting journey, providing a platform for parents and children to explore and learn about the significance of hair within the context of culture and identity. Through our lively conversations, we aim to highlight the diverse hair care needs, challenges, and triumphs within the transracial adoption community. With Luke's humor and TRA (Transracial Adoptee) perspective and Tamekia's expertise as an advocate for children's hair care, we offer a blend of personal experiences, expert insights, and practical tips to support parents and empower children. Whether you're seeking advice on hair care routines, discussing cultural heritage, exploring the impact of hair on self-esteem, or simply looking for a good laugh and heartfelt stories, "Hairitage" is your go-to resource. Tune in as we embrace the joy of hair and culture, celebrating the richness of diversity and strengthening the bond within the transracial adoptive, foster, and biracial community. Let's embark on this educational and entertaining journey together! Remember to subscribe and join us for each episode as we explore the beautiful world of hair and culture in transracial adoption. Follow Styles 4 Kidz on YouTube and Instagram for live clips and videos.

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Recent Episodes

S3E2 Hairitage Talks S3 Ep2: Identity, Adoption & Belonging: A Real Conversation with Isaac Etter

Nov 17, 2025 44m

In this Hairitage Talk episode, I sit down with Isaac Etter—transracial adoptee, dad, and founder of Identity and Parenting Different—to talk honestly about adoption, race, and what it means to…

S3E1 Hairitage Talks S3: The Mixed Life: Parenting Wisdom with Dr. Jennifer Noble

Sep 14, 2025 48m

In this episode of Hairitage Talks, Tamekia Swint, Executive Director of Styles 4 Kidz, sits down with Dr. Jenn Noble, licensed psychologist, parent coach, and founder of the Free to Be Collective.…

S2E4 Hairitage Talks S2 Ep 4: Empowering Foster Youth - Advocacy, Change, and Care in Illinois

Jun 10, 2025 46m

This episode will highlight the challenges and needs of foster youth in Illinois, featuring a conversation with Christina Wolken of Be Strong Families and Jamika Smith, who are leading youth advocacy…

S2E3 Hairitage Talks S2 Ep 3: Black History, Identity, and the Transracial Adoption Experience

Feb 12, 2025 51m

It's Black History Month! In this episode, Tamekia Swint talks with Lanise Antoine Shelley, a transracial adoptee, about her experience with Black History, her connection to it, and the development…

S2E2 Hairitage Talks S2 Ep 2: Embracing Identity and Belonging

Nov 11, 2024 1h 18m

In honor of National Adoption Month, we share two powerful stories of love, healing, identity, and belonging from adoptees Kiante Conger and Tony Parsons. In this very special episode, Kiante and…

S2E1 Hairitage Talks S2 Ep 1: Back to School

Oct 28, 2024 45m

In this episode, Tamekia Swint speaks with Alifia Young (Licensed Cosmetologist -An Empowering Educator-Curly-Coily Specialist, K18 Pro Educator) and Danielle Sanders (Licensed Clinical Social Worker…

S1E5 Hairitage Talks: HB 5097

May 27, 2024 50m

Tamekia Swint speaks with Loyola University's Chicago School of Law, law and social justice professor Anita Weinberg, Jocelyn Fetting, an aspiring intern for the IDCFS Statewide Youth Advisory Board,…

S1E4 Hairitage Talks: Black History Month

Apr 13, 2024 1h 5m

Tamekia Swint speaks with transracial adoptive mom Roxanne Engstrom and Lydia Mercer, an advocate for others in the racial (Un)Learning space, about hair discrimination, racism, and advocacy. Black…

S1E3 Hairitage Talks: National Adoption Month

Nov 08, 2023 52m

Welcome to Hairitage Talks! In this episode, hosts Tamekia Swint and Luke Mitchell talk with Transracial Adoptees Sisay Girma and Monisha Hendrix about their different experiences growing up in…

S1E2 Hairitage Talks: Back to School

Sep 11, 2023 40m

Welcome to Hairitage Talks! In this episode, hosts Tamekia Swint and Luke Mitchell talk with Rhonda Chandler, CEO/Founder of Lovin' The Skin I'm In (Green Bay, WI), about the fears and emotional…

S1E1 Hairitage Talks: Intro

Jul 11, 2023 37m

Welcome to Hairitage Talks! In this first episode, Tamekia Swint, Executive Director of Styles 4 Kidz talks with co-host Luke Mitchell about the struggles of growing up in a transracial adoptive…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Hairitage Talks have?

Hairitage Talks has published 11 episodes since July 2023, covering topics in Education, Kids & Family.

Is Hairitage Talks still active?

Hairitage Talks is currently highly active with new episodes quarterly. Average episode length is 46m.

How do I contact Hairitage Talks for sponsorship or guest appearances?