Daddy Issues & Superwoman Syndrome

On this episode of This is Thirty,  Gernique is joined by her childhood friend Ariel. The two women discuss mental health, growing up in urban environments, private school and much more. 

(3:00) The conversation begins as the two discuss the differences between private and charter school, the declining academic performance rates in the United States and environments playing a large role in students and their education. The conversation continues (12:00) as Ariel discusses her role as an open heart ICU nurse, the growing rate of overdoses amongst millenials, and her passion for mental health. At the (22:00) mark, Gernique and Ariel share their opinions on whether or not spanking is acceptable in 2019. At the (30:00) mark, they discuss their ideas on successful black women and their dating habits. The conversation continues with discussions surrounding mental health, self-esteem, social media, and much more.