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# 184 - Happy Black Girl with Shantira Jackson

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Today, I sit down with comedian, writer, actress, Shantira Jackson. We talk about saying yes, being revolutionary, rejection being protection, her goals, and how Shantira is Gettin’ Better! Follow Shantira Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tira_tira_tira Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/tira_tira_tira This episode is brought to you by Brooklinen. Use code “Funches” at http://www.brooklinen.com This episode is brought to you by Better Help. Get 10% off your first month at http://www.betterhelp.com/funches Follow me on my Twitch channel for comedy nights, video games with friends, and more! https://www.twitch.tv/ron_funches Become a Patron at http://www.patreon.com/gettinbetterwithron and get perks like personal affirmations, shoutouts, hand written letters, tickets to my shows, and much more! We have an Instagram! Give us a follow for classic clips and positive affirmations at @gettinbetterpodcast For all tour dates and merch go to http://www.ronfunches.com Don't forget to hit subscribe for weekly podcasts! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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