Episodes
Do Your Future Self a Favor with Ryan Stanley
Sept. 16, 2020
In episode 20, Do Your Future Self a Favor, Elaina is joined by entrepreneur, certified professional coach, and author Ryan Stanley in a discussion about living purposefully and redirecting your energy to become the best ver…
Racial Trauma with Adele and Cherice
Sept. 2, 2020
In episode 19, Racial Trauma, Elaina is joined by energy healer and author Adele Wang and academic scholar Cherice Escobar-Jones in a discussion about the impact and effect of racial trauma. Racial trauma is the result of co…
Bipolar Disorder with Sofia and Saralyn
June 10, 2020
In episode 18, Bipolar Disorder, Elaina is joined by comedian and podcaster, Sofia Elkin, and certified health and wellness coach, Saralyn Salisbury-Jones, in a discussion about living and thriving with Bipolar Disorder.
Wine Tears and Jellybeans
May 13, 2020
In episode 17, Wine Tears and Jellybeans, Elaina is joined by entrepreneur and vocal coach Katti Powell along with author and Relationship and Dating Coach Ieva Kambarovaite in a discussion about their experiences, challenge…
Feel the Feels with Connie Anne Holman
May 6, 2020
In episode 16, Feel the Feels with Connie Anne Holman, Elaina is joined by a licensed therapist and life coach, Connie Anne Holman. They discuss how to allow yourself to feel whatever you're feeling without judgment and the …
Bonus Episode | Hope Warrior Project
April 1, 2020
Bonus Episode, Hope Warrior Project, Elaina interviews Stephanie Martino and Lydia Zuniga, the women behind the Hope Warrior Project. Elaina introduced the Hope Warrior Project in Episode 3, The Strong Black Woman Syndrome.
To Help or Not to Help
March 18, 2020
In episode 15, To Help or Not to Help, Elaina and Tracy discussed the reality of recommending people for jobs, going out of one's way to help someone else, and the common pitfalls of helping and supporting those who may not …
Pet Peeves
March 11, 2020
In episode 14, Pet Peeves, Elaina and Tracy shared a few of their pet peeves and discuss what they believe to be the root cause.
What's Stopping You?
March 4, 2020
In episode 13, What's Stopping You? Elaina and Tracy shared what they would do if money weren't a factor and how creating and implementing simple goal plans can help you achieve your dreams.
Back of the Bus
Feb. 26, 2020
In episode 12, Back of the Bus, Elaina and Tracy discussed various experiences with microaggression and racism and their impact on worldview.
Relationship Check
Feb. 19, 2020
In this episode, we discuss several characteristics of healthy and unhealthy relationships.
Love and Accept Thy Self
Feb. 12, 2020
In episode 10, Love and Accept Thyself, Elaina and Tracy shared what it means to love and accept ourselves and explore several relationship pitfalls and dangers when we do not.
Suck It Up Buttercup
Feb. 5, 2020
In episode 9, Suck it Up Buttercup, Elaina and Tracy discussed the various types of anxiety disorders and share common statements to avoid saying to someone who suffers from anxiety.
Reality Check
Jan. 8, 2020
In episode 8, Reality Check, Elaina, and Tracy discussed the ridicule that many still face whenever they decide to be vulnerable enough to share their mental health issues and experiences.
Dangerous Coping
Dec. 18, 2019
In episode 7, Dangerous Coping, Elaina and Tracy discussed the dangers of common maladaptive coping strategies often used to deal with stressful and unpleasant situations and provide their top five adaptive coping strategies.
Generosity is All We Need
Dec. 11, 2019
In episode 6, Generosity is All We Need, Elaina and Tracy discussed generosity from the perspective of the positive impact it has on our mental well-being.
Take a Seat Inner Critic
Dec. 4, 2019
In episode 5, Take a Seat Inner Critic, Elaina and Tracy discussed the various ways to deal with your inner critic to avoid thinking negatively of yourself and to stop limiting your potential.
Surviving the Holidays
Nov. 27, 2019
In episode 4, Surviving the Holidays, Elaina and Tracy shared their experience with holiday stressors such as family planning and preparing for holiday gatherings, gift buying, and dealing with conflict.
The Strong Black Woman Syndrome
Nov. 20, 2019
In episode 3, The Strong Black Woman Syndrome, Elaina, and Tracy discussed the traits of strong Black women.
The Therapy Relationship
Nov. 13, 2019
In episode 2, The Therapy Relationship, Elaina and Tracy discussed the value of going to therapy and finding the right therapist.
The Depressing Truth
Nov. 6, 2019
In episode 1, The Depressing Truth, Elaina, and Tracy discussed some common fallacies about depression in the African American community, which is crippled by mental health stigmas preventing those who need support from seek…
Trailer 3
Oct. 23, 2019
The Black and Depressed series premieres on November 6, 2019. Tune in each Wednesday as Cope Queens co-hosts Elaina Jones and Tracy Hampton explore various topics related to mental health, coping, and overcoming everyday lif…
Trailer 2
Oct. 9, 2019
The Black and Depressed series premieres on November 6, 2019. Tune in each Wednesday as Cope Queens co-hosts Elaina Jones and Tracy Hampton explore various topics related to mental health, coping, and overcoming everyday lif…
Trailer 1
Oct. 5, 2019
The Cope Queens Podcast launches on November 6, 2019. Tune in each Wednesday as Co-hosts Elaina Jones and Tracy Hampton explore various topics related to mental health, coping, and overcoming everyday life challenges.