Gettin' Grown Podcast – "A Balm in Gilead w/ Dr. Wendy"

Release Date: February 10, 2026
Hosts: Jade (Loud Speakers Network)
Guest: Dr. Wendy

Episode Overview

This episode of Gettin’ Grown features Jade joined by Dr. Wendy, a returning guest and well-loved Black OB/GYN, in the absence of co-host Keia (away on bereavement). Their conversation blends laughter, Black womanhood, wellness, hygienic realness, and Black History Month celebration—sprinkled with family stories, practical health advice, and the timeless comfort of “kitchen table talk.” Dr. Wendy introduces her new line of intimate-care products, and the duo deep-dives into Black family lineage, love, self-care, marriage, and sharp-witted pop culture commentary.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Checking in: Navigating Grief, Faith & Everyday Gratitude

• Jade opens with care and love for Keia during her time of grief (01:55–02:28).
• Dr. Wendy reflects on having conversations with herself and God about worrying less and trusting the process:
  • “The Lord is good. He'd be looking down at me like, you complaining for why? … Had it work out last time? I'm like, it did.” (02:42–03:13)
• Both acknowledge that adulthood brings more frequent grappling with losses and transitions.

2. Dr. Wendy’s New Intimate Care Product Line

• Dr. Wendy recently launched a Black-woman-owned, gynecologist-developed line: bar soaps, a balm, a mirror, and an underwear line (04:00–08:47).
• Emphasis on Safe Self-Care:
  • “If you have not created a system for keeping your under parts healthy and safe, I challenge you to do so. ... it does not have to include fragrance ... we don't need spice down there.” —Dr. Wendy (06:48)
• The importance of mirror inspection—using a handheld mirror (not your phone!):
  • “If you have not seen your undercarriage lately, I challenge you to do something… get a little mirror action, a little light…” —Dr. Wendy (05:19)
• Product testimony from Jade: The balm and soap are gentle, long-lasting, and made with integrity, providing comfort during life changes (08:46–09:37).

Memorable/Funny Moments

• Jade & Dr. Wendy joke about using filters on intimate photos:
  • “The filter would have sparkles and glitter. ... It would be a vaggazzle.” —Dr. Wendy (06:05–06:18)
• On the mirror: “Do you have a recommendation on how to use the mirror?” “You literally just have to unfold that thing. And get your angles together, you know, that's all you gotta do. The mirror does the work.” (10:09–10:25)

3. Kitchen Table Talk: Celebrating Black History Month

Family Lineage & Black Resilience (17:25–26:32)

• Dr. Wendy shares her family’s story:
  • Daughter of the Great Migration, parents from Mississippi & West Virginia (17:53)
  • Her father, William Carlton Goodall—first Black man to bring and own a chain of Popeye’s franchises in Chicago (19:10).
    • “...he could just see and feel ... that he was a good person...there are still good people.” —Dr. Wendy on her father’s faith in others despite racist times (19:10–20:20)
    • On having to "pass" as white-owned to gain success due to racism (23:28)
• Lessons: Don't let society box you in, and be willing to “break out” to pursue happiness and excellence (22:30–23:26).

Teaching Black History at Home (26:34–29:38)

• Dr. Wendy and her husband (also a doctor) keep Black history a daily, normal part of their children's education.
  • “My goal… is for [my kids] to do what they love and to not be limited by what somebody else thinks they can do or cannot do.” (26:57)
  • Conversations on code-switching and why children must understand context and grammar in the wider world (28:05–29:03).

4. Black Love: Longevity, Growth, and Realness

• Dr. Wendy and her husband (met in med school in 2003) approaching 20 years married:
  • “We got married in 2006… since I was 24 years old.” (31:25)
• On keeping marriage thriving:
  • “Let what works for you work for you. The internet is not the prototype.” (32:43)
  • “Therapy will show you yourself in a way that you don't...otherwise...Without therapy, that's like walking around the world with no mirror.” (33:20–33:40)
  • “I am not my husband's first wife... I am not the same person he married 20 years ago.” (33:58)
• Rejecting old models of unhealthy communication; teaching children emotional resilience and healthier models of partnership (34:01–36:21).

5. Top Five Blackness: A Rapid-Fire Pop Culture Game

A. Comedians (37:52–41:38)

• Top picks: Kev On Stage, Tony Baker, Wanda Sykes, Tracy Morgan, Regina Hall
  “Ten toes down: Kev on Stage and Tony Baker are definitely 1 and 2.” —Dr. Wendy (38:34)

B. Movies (43:34–52:41)

• Sister Act 2, Love & Basketball, Best Man, Lean On Me, Coach Carter (with honorable mentions: Soul Food, King Richard)
  • On Sister Act 2: “Team Sister Act 2 is a black movie.” (44:23)

C. Songs (53:20–60:43)

• SWV’s “Weak”
• The Fugees “Killing Me Softly”
• D’Angelo “Africa”
• Milton Brunson & Thompson Community Singers “In My Name”
• Bilal “Home”
  • “I can listen to [‘Africa’] on repeat for 24 hours a day.” (54:54)

D. TV Shows (61:30–63:23)

• In Living Color, A Different World, Martin, My Wife & Kids, Living Single (plus, Everybody Hates Chris)

6. Black Women’s Wellness & Navigating Medicine (64:14–69:55)

• Dr. Wendy’s Top 5 Medical Navigation Tips for Black Women:
  1. Trust Your Intuition: Speak up if something doesn't feel right.
  2. Build Relationships: Find providers you trust and seek explanation, not just reassurance.
  3. Partnership Over Antagonism: Work with providers as a team; “Cursing your provider out” isn’t productive.
  4. Do Quality Research: Consult reputable sources, not just TikTok or blogs.
  5. Know You’re Loved: Remember you matter—bring supportive advocates and don’t internalize loneliness.
• Candid advice:
  • “Being dismissed… If you knew something was wrong but nobody listened to you… maybe need to tell somebody else or you need to take the next step.” —Dr. Wendy (64:36)
  • “Know that you are loved because...we do care.” (67:37)

Puberty Advice for Young Black Girls/People (69:01–70:40)

• Dr. Wendy recommends a first OB-GYN visit by 18 or earlier if there are significant period issues or sexual activity.
• “Please talk to your young people without judgment….” (69:34)
• Hygiene basics: “Soap and water…these glands are waking up!" (69:55)

7. Petty Peeves: Hygiene Myths & Straight Talk (71:20–75:40)

• Dr. Wendy’s peeve: Washing Inside the Vagina
  • “We should not be putting anything in there...Let it live on the inside. Now the outside is a different subject. Soap and water.” (72:34–72:49)
  • “The vagina is a self-cleaning oven, correct?” “From the inside, yes, but when’s the last time you used your oven’s self-cleaning feature?” (74:43–75:03)
• Jade chimes in: “Wash your dirty dicks too… nothing worse than a stink ass, dirty, cheesy dick.” (76:26–76:47)

8. Where to Follow & Find Dr. Wendy

• Social: @DrEverywoman (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook)
• Product Line: Everybody Brand (“everybody bodi brand”; for safe, inclusive, intimate hygiene) (77:48)

Notable Quotes

• “Let what works for you work for you. The internet is not the prototype.” —Dr. Wendy (32:43)
• “Therapy will show you yourself in a way that you don't...otherwise... Without therapy, that's like walking around the world with no mirror.” —Dr. Wendy (33:20)
• “We don't need spice down there. If you want spicy food, go ahead. You don't need to be spicy in the vulva area.” —Dr. Wendy (07:23)
• “Soap and water, on the outside. We should not have to keep talking about this!” —Dr. Wendy (72:49)
• “Wash your dirty dicks too.” —Jade (76:26)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [01:55] — Welcoming Dr. Wendy; checking in; on grief and gratitude.
• [04:00] — Launching intimate care products: soap, balm, mirror.
• [08:46] — Product testimonies and hygiene routines.
• [17:25] — Black History talk: Dr. Wendy’s family and entrepreneurship lineage.
• [26:34] — Raising Black kids with love, confidence, code-switching, and historical awareness.
• [29:52] — 20 years of Black marriage; communication and growth.
• [37:52] — Top Five Black Comedians segment.
• [43:34] — Top Five Black Movies segment.
• [53:20] — Top Five Black Songs segment.
• [61:30] — Top Five Black TV Shows segment.
• [64:14] — Top Five tips for navigating medicine as a Black woman.
• [69:01] — Puberty advice for young Black girls and parents.
• [71:20] — Petty Peeve: Cleaning Inside the Vagina and straight talk on hygiene.

Tone & Vibe

Conversational, candid, deeply knowledgeable, playful, with signature Gettin’ Grown Black-girl joy and sisterhood. The episode centers lived experience, scientific expertise, Black pride, and real talk—never preachy, always personal.

For More

• Follow Dr. Wendy: @DrEverywoman
• Jade/Kiea: @gettingrownpod
• Product info: everybody bodi brand

Summary useful for: Anyone seeking wellness, self-care advice, Black family stories, pop-culture recs, and honest guidance for healthcare navigation. Especially recommended for Black women and parents of teens.