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Today we mix Slow Jamz by Kanye, Twista, and Jamie Foxx along withYoung Forever by Jay Z to be infused with Lemon water because they were produced by Kanye
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While Sipping on Snapple Peach Tea, I infuse with All I need by Method man because it was produced by RZA!!
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Today while sipping on a mint tea I infuse with Girls Dem Suga by beanie Man feat Mya because it was produced by the Neptunes!! Then we touch a bit on Pharrell and leave you with several playlists to dive into.
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Today we infuse a caramel hot chocolate with Check on it by Beyonce featuring slim thug and Untitled No7/levitate by Kendrick lamar because they were produced by Swizz Beats!!
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Today while sipping on a wellness shot i infuse with Tomorrow 2 by Glorilla and Cardi B because it is a Cheese beat!!
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Today while sipping on water i infuse with Can't get her by Pierre Bourne feat Juicy J because it was produced by Pierre himself.
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On today’s Episode we dive into one of the OG producers, Rick Rubin.
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Today we discuss an OG producer who personally crafted the 90’s futuristic sound to where every song put out then feels like it was just made yesterday. The one and only Timbaland 🙂↕️
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On Today's episode we are infusing sweet Tea with Tiny feat Beam and Shensea as it is a Major Lazer Beatttt!! And then we toss it over to a little about Cashmere Cat and my favorite from him, Infinite Stripes feat Ty Dolla Sign
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Today while sipping on crystal light i infuse with One Kiss by Dua Lipa because it is a Calvin Harris Beattttt!!!!
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Today while sipping on lemonade we infuse with Put on by Young Jeezy feat Kanye West because it was produced by Drumma Boyyyyy!!!
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Today while sipping on a Suja wellness shot I infuse with Put it Down by Brandy feat Chris Brown because it's a Bangladesh beatttttt.
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Today while sipping on peach lemonade I infuse with Black Beatles by Rae Sremmurd feat Gucci Mane because it was produced by Mike Will Made It and the Ear Drummers team.
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Welcome back! Today on infused moods I infuse Fall for your type by Jamie Foxx feat Drake with some Lemon Water as we get into our producer 40!
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Today we infuse Green Tea with Sexy Lady by Yung Berg because in the night, not really, he rebranded to the producer Hitmaka and uttered not a word. I have questions Mr. Berg haha
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Today we are here to talk about J Dilla! There are no notes, all Gas NO BREAKS so we can speak on this lengend!
To hear more on his music take a dive into this playlist https://open.spotify.com/artist/0IVcLMMbm05VIjnzPkGCyp
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Today while sipping on an Herbal Mint Medley tea i Infuse with Run it by Chris Brown and Let me Love You by Mario because they are produced by none other than, Scott Storch. The producer of my childhood!!
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On Todays short and sweet episode while sipping on Bigelow Toasted Coconut Almond Bark Black Tea, I Infuse with What You Need by Don Toliver and 1-Train by ASAP Rocky because they are produced by our featured artist, Hit-Boy.
To hear more for your listening pleasure check out https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/hit-boy-the-producers/pl.b77b554ce0df4e609e7bc2715ffce05b
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Today we have lemon lift black tea and Whitney Houston's It's Not Right but It's okay along with Toni Braxton's He Wasn't Man Enough For ME! Because, they were produced by none other than Rodney Jerkins aka Dark Child!
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Today while sipping on Warm Lemon Water!!!! We infuse with Blackberry Molasses by Mista which was produced by Organize Noize!
To get a bit more of the music please watch the netflix documentary and feel the reason and the journey behind the sound.
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Infusing with Green Tea and Turmeric with Wussyaname and Earfquake by Tyler the Creator we dive into his production brain.
What' your favorite Tyler the Creator song!
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Today on Infused Moods we dive into all there is to know about Mr.Fre-eee-esshhh!! Man or Fresh!! While sipping on water with lemon (hydration okay) we infuse with 1999 by Big Krit feat Lloyd!!!
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Join me today as we dip into (no pun intended) DJ Mustard! Infusing Water and Baugettes in the Face by by DJ Mustard with various artists.
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Today we dive into the producer Zaytoven and how his church roots have influenced his music
While infusing with Icy by Gucci Mane we go through records you may know and his cross over music with Christian rappers. For more Zaytoven:
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Today we discuss Metro Boomin while sipping on Peach Mango Crsytal Light and infusing with Bounce Back By Big Sean!
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Welcome back!
Today while sipping on some Green Tea we infuse with Desires by Drake Feat Future which was produced by our feature producer D. Hill.
D. Hill unfortunately passed away in 2021 at the age of 25 but his music production will live on.
Look him up and give him a spin after this episode where we recognize him and give him his flowers.
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Today we dive into our first producer of the new season, season 4, with Kenny Beats!
Infusing with Water and Ski Mask The Slump God's Foot Fungus...we launch with a Kenny Beat...tag line "Whoa Kenny"
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Tap into a Merry Christmas Yap from T and E to go into your new year =)
We infuse the Starbucks Medicine Ball dupe with some food options, Kendrick and Blxst!
Remember if you are almost 30, you are stepping into a renewed energy year! It is going to be beautiful, so take the life lessons and make the new decade (or birthday depending on age) as a chance to keep getting it right and becoming the best you!
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Wow it is the end of another season! It feels almost like fate that the GOAT Kendrick Lamar dropped a suprise album as I was trying to do this so of course we had to review it because it had soooooo many samples!!
While sipping on a seasonal hot chocolate I infuse with Kendrick feat SZA's Luther which samples Luther Vandross If this World Were Mine.
Then we review this 44 minute 12 track album and all its goodness!!
Spin the album, close out your year and I will catch yall in Season 4!!!
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On Todays episode I infuse water and Stella Rosa Cranberry with two songs; Georgia Peach by Latto which Samples Crime Mobs GA Girl (really Diamond and Princess's song haha) anddddddd Zeddy Will's Twerking With Your Friends which samples StaySolidRockys Party girl.
Then we dive into how sometimes it really is skin deep and you need to get professionals to help you get back in that mode. You even may have to invest in you and get back your water and healthy lifestyle goals. Again, all this worked for me but do what works for you and get you a facial from time to time =)
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Welcome baccckkkkk! So close to ending the season but for now we vibe!
Today while sipping on Stella Rosa's Honey Peach we infuse with P31 by Rich and Famous which samples the lovers and friends beat (a remix if you will).
Then we explore some samples in Gospel because I bet you didn't think Gospel slid like that.
What sample caught you in a Gospel song?
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Today while sipping on Stella Rosa's french vanilla, we infuse with Don Toliver's Glock which samples Whitney Houstons Shoop from the Waiting to Exhale soundtrack.
We then dive into how you need a budget if you don't have one and some tools to help get you there like the below from Nerd Wallet:
Are you budgeting or balling out of control?
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Today while sipping on Stella Rosa Pineapple we infuse with the song Play No Games by Big Sean which samples A piece of My Love by Guy and then squeal about a few other samples that I couldn't get enough of.
What sample(s) can you not get enough of?
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On todays episode we dive into my latest Anime watches:
We infuse this with our lovely Stella Rosa Peach and Megan Theeeee Stallion's Otaku Hot Girl which samples the music from JJK!
At the speed I talked you could tell i was excited lolllll
Let me know if you have watched any of these and how you feel about them!
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Today while sipping on water we review the Victoria Monet Debut Albym---Jaguar II.
My favorites from the album were: Alright, On My Mama, Im the one and Hollywood.
My overall rating for this was a 9.5 just because I was expecting something stylistically different than what she delivered but thats an issue I have a listener, nothing against her!
Here are the dee-tailllzzz:
Studio album by Victoria Monét
ReleasedAugust 25, 2023
Length35:31
LabelLovett MusicRCA
Track listing:
1."Smoke" (featuring Lucky Daye)
2."Smoke (Reprise)"Monét
3."Party Girls" (featuring Buju Banton)
4."Alright"Monét
5."Cadillac (A Pimp's Anthem)"
6."How Does It Make You Feel"
7."On My Mama"
8."I'm the One"
9."Stop (Askin' Me 4Shyt)"
10."Hollywood" (featuring Earth, Wind & Fire and Hazel Monét)
11."Good Bye"Monét
Spin the album and let me know how you feel about it!
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Today while sipping on ginger tea we infuse with Khelani's Nights Like This feat Ty Dolla which interpolates Meek Mills All Eyes on me.
Sometimes, hair products change the game and you have to find what works for you! I have been on a Pattern Beauty kick by Tracee Ellis Ross and I must say I love the results.
From the pandemic regimen to the present, I detail what I do and the products that help me love on these curllllss!!
What will you be trying from this cast?
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Keeping it short and sweet with a bit of homework for you!
Today I try Ollie Pop's Coca cola and infuse it with Timablands The Way I Are which features Keri Hilson and Justin Timberlake.
Then we dive into 11 pop songs with notable samples and I then list off songs I want you to catch and see if you can guess the samples or listen for them!
Enjoy =)
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This is just my rambling around losing my big brother and bestie for the restie, Kendrick on July 2nd 2024.
This is a healing episode as I am still in my anger/confusion stage. This has completely changed the course of my year and I am trying to redirect my energy. So I wanted to take a pause and just, anchor myself. I also wanted to bank this in my archive for years to come.
So, RIP Kendrick This is for you and all the things that will be achieved in life, it will all be for you.
Thank you for sharing your life with Me and with us. You will be forever missed.
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Welcome back to Infused Moods!
Today while sipping on Olipops Orange squeeze I infuse with Painting Pictures by Superstar Pride which of course has a sample (Faith Evans!!)
We then jump in to some of the samples I have picked up on in Rap. While I did not touch on all of them because we would be here for a week, I touched on the ones I like and you may know.
Again, not everyone samples right and it has become overdone in Rap in the past three years to where its embarrassing. But hey, stuff happens.
I go up to 50 songs and I will do my best to get them back on spotify (took a break from that)!
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On todays episode we are talking about grief and the grief journey.
Bare with me as my journey is ongoing and its evident in this cast.
Infusing with lemon lime water for hydration and three songs: One of These Mornings by Moby,Going Up Yonder by Walter Hawkins and Bigger than Me by Big Sean we touch on the movie Collateral Beauty and how it helped me start processing grief.
If you are struggling with grief I recommend Grief Counseling and heavily relying on community. Take your time on the journey because Grief will always hit, you just get better at leaning in to it.
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On Today's cast we sit down and finally dive into all the musical things for your musical education. In all reality, it is just the basics so you know what I'm talking about this season!
There are covers, samples and interpolations in this world and a host of other types butttttt we will focus on these three!
Infuse with me and listen to the three songs mentioned here today and see what you pick up on:
- Only Wanna Be with You - Post Malone
- Teenage Fever- Drake
- 7 Rings- Ariana Grande
If you are a forever hot chocolate drinker like me, try out the Ghiradelli brand and thank me laterrrrrr.
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On todays cast while sipping on my newest crystal light obsession the caffeine peach mango we infuse with two songs: Get off my D by Zack Fox and Kenny Beats and FAFO also by Zack fox and Kenny Beats
Sometimes you have to deal with terrible people in life and in corporate spaces and sometimes they are your manager, who knew?!
Here are some helpful resources and links for you to read through at your leisure:
I pray you always have a peaceful corporate space and better interactions!
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Consistent queeen haha
Welcome back for Episode threee!! We are definitely trending upward here. Experimenting with shorter episodes too so let me know if that's working for you.
On todays session we infuse some detox tea (not the flat tummy tea) with an example of a cover which is Maroon 5's cover of Pure Imagination and an example of a sample which is Eric Bellinger's Imagination.
I then take you through what each type is and some legality around them and end with a little fun fact on the history of sampling.
What's your favorite sample or cover by an Artist?
Let me know in the comments!
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Welcome Back! On today's episode which is a continuation of ..ahem...season 3...we discuss the Let Down Effect which can come from environmental stressors and ultimately contributed to me catching Covid in December 2022 (partially the reason behind that hiatus).
While sipping on Sleepy Time Peach tea we infuse this cast with Inhale by Bryson Tiller.
If you would like to look into the Let Down Effect more, read this article: https://www.webmd.com/men/features/suffering-from-let-down-effect
Happy to be back but at my own cadence.
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Happy Season 3 Debut!
Woo, it has been a while right? Wasn't intentional, but I am back!
On the return of Infused Moods we discuss creativity and the burnout that can come with it while drinking peach tea crystal light flavored water, those skin goals are still there you know. I just forgot to talk about it because I was a little shaky on this return. I'm here though, I'm here!
While burnout can be experienced by creatives it also is experienced by every work division, students and more.
Stay tuned to figure out how to recover and steps I have been taking!
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Today we sit down and catch up (us, me, we, listener, host) on my time away. This is a very unedited post because it is what it is. We will get back to our squeaky way later.
Uncut with love!
While sipping on Tevana Peach tea I explain how you/me/we need to put ourselves first.
FYI: It's almost 2023, don't let the time pass you by or let anyone play in your face!
I missed yall and I'm back to close us out =)
And to be super lame, turn your swag on as the first rapper to do everything said =)
Pretty short and sweet journey update!
Today while sipping on some naturally flavored water I infuse with Give me by Kirk Franklin feat Mali Music, next is New by Tye Tribbett, then we have Do it again by Evvie Mckinney followed by Gonna be a lovely Day by Kirk Franklin and Call by Jordan Armstrong feat Erica Campbell.
For the month of August I did a spiritual playlist for my morning commute after adapting this concept to my life from the inspiration given by my cousin KB.
In all it was a healing journey and I will give that praise and worship space to my creator every morning. Plus Gospel has come a longgggg way from when I was in High School, that Tye Tribbett is the truth!
Now, I want to challenge you listener. Go on a spiritual journey through music (any genre and any length of time) and see what you learn about yourself along the way.
Tap in with me and let me know how it went!
Best of luck to you and I hope you have a beautiful September!
On todays episode we talk about how sleep is so slept on, pun intended. We are always looking for something to help us feel better, healthier, aide our fitness journey etc. What if I told you it was as simple as getting your recommended hours of sleep?
While sipping on cupcake pink moscato I infuse with Can't Sleep by Big Boi feat Sleepy Brown, Black and Blue by Elijah Blake and Thinkin Bout ya by Frank Ocean.
How to get a good nights rest according to the mayo clinic:
- Stick to a sleep schedule
- Pay attention to what you eat and drink
- Create a restful environment
- Limit daytime naps
- Include physical activity in your daily routine
- Manage worries
- Talk to your health care provider
Some resources from my sleep dive:
https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/sleep-facts-statistics
https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/data_statistics.html
https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/why-do-we-need-sleep
Welcome back to Infused Moods! On this weeks episode I dive into procrastination. I'm a procrastinator and a lot of people I know are too. But why?
We break down what it means, how to prevent it and I share a little method I adopted in college to help!
Infusing with Water and Tiffany Nikes by Wale we go through a few article insights!
What type of procrastinator are you? Find out from the article: https://www.businessinsider.com/main-types-of-procrastinators-how-to-avoid-accountability-coaches
Tips to get through procrastination: https://www.boisestate.edu/coen-mbe/2021/04/20/5-ways-to-stop-procrastinating/
Info on the Pomodro Method: https://todoist.com/productivity-methods/pomodoro-technique
Good luck out here, I'm working on it with you =)
I sat down with my friend Lee who I graduated MENG with to discuss his STEM initiative, how STEM is in his life and what he's been up to. Interviews are never traditional here so we then dipped into music, shows and other convo pieces.
While sipping on Sparkling Ice and Water we infused with All Eyes on Me by Earthgang and Cash in Cashout by Pharell feat 21 Savage and Tyler the Creator.
I really enjoyed listening to Lees spin on life, his philosophies and on STEM and he schooled me in helping me understand how he sees everyone being in STEM, already utilizing STEM and wanting to bring STEM to everyone in his community. Helping the very school he attended to have access to resources to engage in manufacturing, 3D printing etc is inspiring. Oftentimes we look for ways to make an impact when all we need to do is start or help others and their initiatives. Lee sees STEM as a beacon for all and I agree.
We all are Engineers in some way, it may not be in the traditional sense, but we all are engaging in STEM daily. Like Lee said, don't sell yourself short!
How have you been taking on engineering in your daily life? What have you engineered up lately?
If you want to help further this mindset, for his community or yours, please reach out. Lee is looking for others to join the movement and I will definitely be lending a hand! If you have experience to help teach the youth, let me know so you can help out Lee with your time. Continue to engineer and believe in/support your community. I wholeheartedly believe community is the key to everything!
I would also like to dedicate this cast to Lee and his family for personal reasons and express my gratitude for him sitting down with me.
I had the pleasure to sit down with my cousin and manage a real in person interview with video (coming to youtube?? ehh??) on some new equipment.
We chopped it up about his field of Dentistry, his journey and how he's been going about his self care. While sipping on Stella Mia Peach Moscato we infused with Loving Every Minute by Area 21 and F A R A W A Y by the Japanese House.
Second take best take and in house reverb is always a plus, learning none the less!
I hope you enjoy this series as it is sprinkled throughout =)
Today while sipping on Crystal Light blends I infuse with Lakeyah mind yo business, 1st quarter Denzel Curry, and N95 Kendrick Lamar
Today the US Supreme Court decided to overturn Roe V Wade. It impacts a number of people and communities and I wanted to take the time to educate/inform. Provide a space of positivity and also hear from friends and loved ones who want to share their reactions. A lot of us may tap in with one another outside of this space and that is perfectly okay
Resources:
- So Informed: https://www.instagram.com/so.informed/?hl=en
- https://www.weareplannedparenthoodaction.org/onlineactions/6iOI0_HnUUmPu_6_SRgayg2?sourceid=1006442&ms=4NALz2100K1N1A&gclid=CjwKCAjw5NqVBhAjEiwAeCa97arFoccEM-O1_4Mkp269F-3C9DDV476JhOyQbDgs0mUSD5lPfelcmBoCFfwQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/abortion/it-still-legal-me-get-abortion?utm_source=google&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=CK.PPFA.PatientNavP3LP2.GA.SEM.EN.General.E.AL.NA.RSA3&gclid=CjwKCAjw5NqVBhAjEiwAeCa97Wbgm-1g-toG-2FoTsWQlT1lSoH7b7LJKTjEQPqIeUNGc6_5ni9IiRoCxJQQAvD_BwE
https://prochoice.org/
I extend to all this impacts, love and so much light xoxo
In the word of A " I believe in human rights for all and I think everyone should have access to what they need for any reason, it's their business and no one else's."
A word.
Be safe out here.
Today we do a dive into the amazing world of Col3trane, one of my favorite Artists and his music.
While sipping on sparkling ice cherry limeade, I infuse with Problems in Us by Col3trane and his new album "Lush Life".
This is definitely an album with no skips!! He doesn't miss in my eyes and his sound is fresh and relaxing. This album passed all my listening tests.
Here are my favorites from the new album in no particular order:
- Bag
-Reckless
- Take Notes
- Lush Life
-Lights Out
Check him out and let me know what songs are your top!
WE ARE ONE YEAR!!
One year of conversations, music, drinks...alladat!!
I sat down with my cousins, "The Twins", Brianna and Raven and we sampled 4 Wines to celebrate this Milestone.
Infusing with Congratulations by Post Malone, Live Your Best Life by Joseline, and International Players Anthem by UGK feat Outkast we had a time!!
Here are the wines we tried so you can form your own opinion:
1. Sparkling Brut - Black Girl Magic (found in Kroger and Target; Disclaimer we know it's a dry wine, we just expected a smidge of sweet haha)
2. Moscato - Barefoot (ANYWHERE)
3. Peach Wine - Pacific fruit Vineyards (found at Aldi)
4. Moscato d'Asti- Evviva Stella Mia
Try them out and catch them at your grocery stores!!
We will be backkk!!
I sat down with my lovely sister Kayla to look at Career Pivots! While sipping on tea and water we infuse with our song choices of You the Boss by Rick Ross and Neon Guts by Pharell and Lil Uzi Vert
There has been an uptick in this natural job change process since the pandemic but it has always been practiced. Thinking of a career change is not a negative thing and thinking of it as a pivot gives more confidence to those who decide to take it. It isn't a stop but a redirection.
To read more of the interview with monster go here: https://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/pivot-into-new-career-jenny-blake-interview-0916#:~:text=Blake%20defines%20a%20career%20pivot,for%20nimbly%20navigating%20career%20changes.%E2%80%9D
Have you been considering a career pivot?
Here are some tips from monster here: https://www.monster.com/career-advice/career-path/changing-careers
Woooo
Wasn't really sure how to get the words together for this one but we did it!!
On today's episode I recap my top moments of the NFL season from week 11 to the big one....the Super Bowl! Then I lob it over to basketball! While infusing the infused moods version of hot chocolate with Proud of you by Lil Uzi Vert and Young thug and Exactly by Skylar Blatt
I won two bets and lost a few that we won't talk about and in all I found new teams and had fun. I enjoyed all the discussions I had with friends on football and I can't wait to see what next season brings!!
To basketballlllll =)
I would like to dedicate this cast to Dwayne Haskins. Always a Steeler
No Description Really Needed!!
On this weeks episode we kick it back for a traditional conversation between myself and my brothers through the universe, Kenneth and Brian.
While sipping on multiple drinks we infuse our songs of Super Gremlin by Kodak Black, What You Need by Don Toliver and Southern Hospitality by Ludacris with the general mood of, You're Good Like You Are!
Stop trying to do all the work on yourself and recognize that others need to change/do the work. You have done your part and in 2022 we aren't making excuses for others terrible behavior/character. Let them be healing or fully healed before you let that energy in your space.
No more New Year resolutions, it is the circumstances time to improve.
On todays episode I reflect on all the things learned as I went through my expedited Self Love Journey. While sipping on water (we have skincare goals) with a mix of crystal light lemon iced tea I infuse with two songs, Star is Born by Jay Z feat J Cole and Pretty Little Fears by 6LACK feat J Cole to set the tone for lessons learned and how I showed up for myself.
Hopefully created a sustainable lifestyle change to keep this mindset with me for all my future rotations.
Self love is an everyday watering and it has taken some time to develop every part but I am so proud of the young woman I am and how far I have come.
Again Happy Birthday to the March babies! I'm just waiting on Aries SZN!
=)
In this episode I chat with my cousin through life Tamera and discuss how you can bet on yourself and get things in line with you to line up your visions.
As I sipped on Snapple I infused it with Juicy J's Bossed Up feat Wiz Khalifa and Tamera infused water with Bigger by Beyonce.
It's You season and also Betting on You Season. This is your call to action. You have an idea?? Pursue it. You have something that the world hasn't experience yet?? Get it down on paper and work to execute!
Don't hinder yourself because you feel there is no space or not the right time. It's the right time.
I'm rooting for you, Tamera is rooting for you. Let's see what you bless the world with!
Here is the Huff Post Article from 2015:
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/whats-the-fastest-way-to-_b_9442138
Read through and pull on the advice given and what we touched on here!
On todays episode I reflect on Black History and seeing the movie Hidden Figures back in 2016 and how it helped me discover three trailblazers in STEM who were phenomenal African American Women.
While trying to get my pre-workout on and drink a celsius, I infuse with Tobe Nwigwe's Make it Home and impart that vibe to you, I pray you catch a wave that doesn't subside.
How are you honoring Black History this month?
Who are some hidden figures you have discovered?
And just like that.....we are backkk!!
Happy New Year! Happy 2022!
I sat down with my music twin and basically cousin, Khaleed, to discuss one of our favorite artists, Andre 3000!
We give you our top 10 features from the playlist and notable or impactful bars.
If you would like to go through the playlist, you can scoop it here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6uk320IQJHpAmZwqv0CKVy?si=e9d7887fbc734b47
And a new feature, you can now find the music featured on the cast seasons on spotify!
1. SZN 1: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6INzeNfTxXRaq8KUpCxm1k?si=9966afe3c7b24c2d
What song do you enjoy that has Andre featured on it?
We will be back for more dives and to give another spin to Andre so stay tuned!
That's a wrap!
Season 1 is over and we are so grateful for your ears, support and all the music!!
We hope you have enjoyed these episodes and the time with Lady J!
Happy Holidays and have a safe and Happy New Year!
See you next season =)
November is Mens Health Awareness Month. This is usually known by the "No Shave November" movement but it is really to shed a light on the things that plague the male community or things that dont get enough coverage.
I sat down with my friend Quan who is always so insightful to talk about the pillars of health for men. We touched on it all and this is a rare length but I think this space needed to be filled.
If you are someone who is in the male community or identifies, I hope this brings you some wisdom and comfort. Know there are those like myself and Quan who are out there to help you along your journey and be there as a support system.
I hope you find spaces where you can be emotionally transparent, find people who allow you to be seen and find a moment in your life where you allow yourself grace.
Good luck to you!
Resources:
- https://us.movember.com/mens-health%20
- https://menshealthmonth.org/healthawarenessperiods.html
- https://www.cancer.org/cancer/prostate-cancer.html
- https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/tools-resources/individuals/index.htm
Your favorite sports analyst duo is back!
WE HAVE HAD TEN WEEKS OF FOOTBALLLLLLL!!
While sipping on not one..... but two Stella Rosa Flavors pineapple and black cherry(sponsor usssss stella rosa!!), Lady J and DirtFloorDray sit down and discuss the chaotic season thus far.
We leveled up and covered it all in the most professional manner! From Aaron Rodgers to Henry Ruggs, to OBJ and Cam Newton!
Our watchlists are doing amazing and so far, Lady J is in the win for the Steelers vs Falcons bet!
How is your watchlist doing?
Are you going to try any of these Stella Rosa Flavors?
We will check back in with you all for the fun leading up to the Wildcard Game!
Issa Double Header!
My sisters and I have been Issa fans for a long time and watchin Insecure together has been a favorite past time. But, the show is ending so we decided to model after our fave and do "Wine Downs" every other sunday to review two episodes until it ends.
What's going to happen this season? We don't know. We just hope our good sis Issa doesn't hurt our feelings too bad!
Will you be tuning in?
Gwan Big Up Ya self!! On the eve (almost) of Gullah Festival on my amazing island of St. Helena, I dive a bit into the history and the history of my Gran-ditty (how I say it haha)!!
The Gullah people have been in Americas back yard for many moons. A fabulous mix of Caribbean and creole elements along with African roots, Gullah people arrived in the late 1500s and were instrumental in the development of many southern comfort foods, music, and story telling. Currently only 10% of the people still claim ties.
While sipping on Smirnoff Ice "Screwdriver" by way of my Drink Plug, I infuse the vibe with Gullah Gullah island by Dear Silas. With some of my journey I loop in a special snippet from none other than, Josephus Major. Someone who you will see hopefully soon in book stores with his joke books haha.
This is dedicated to him and published with love. Hope you like the cast granddaddy =)
Watch on Netflix: High on the Hog- Episode 2
For more information for your own research, check out this link: https://www.beaufortsc.org/things-to-do/gullah-culture/#:~:text=The%20Gullah%20are%20African%20Americans,community%20in%20the%20United%20States.
Smithsonian blurb:
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10151580369431990&set=the-gullahgeechee-culture-is-the-last-vestige-of-fusion-of-african-and-european-
More resources:
History : https://www.knowitall.org/collections/gullah
Food: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvUUgNFYVNk
Code switching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G3p2F9A1ktU
Dafuskie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By6llWK2jIw
Carib roots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKLG9KN9EiE
I encourage you to learn your heritage, no matter what it is, and lean into it. Absorb it and preserve it! Pass it down and be proud!
HAPPY HERITAGE!! =)
Today while sipping on Sparkling Ice Cranberry Frost (love it here) and spinning Appreciation by Ant Clemons, I dive into how we are stepping in and staying in our Self Love Season and appreciation while going through 13 habits we can equip ourselves with on the journey.
I also share the eff it box or bucket by way of Gabrielle Union. See the interview here: https://youtu.be/AAePzjreqJQ
What are you putting in your bucket or box?
Brain and Behavior Foundation: https://www.bbrfoundation.org/blog/self-love-and-what-it-means << If you want to read up more
How is your self love season going? What are you working through? What songs help you feel like the shiznyee? Remember your habits:
1. Stop comparing yourself to others
2. Don’t worry about others’ opinions
3. Allow yourself to make mistakes
4. Remember your value doesn’t lie in how your body looks
5. Don’t be afraid to let go of toxic people
6. Process your fears
7. Trust yourself to make good decisions for yourself
8. Take every opportunity life presents or create your own
9. Put yourself first
10. Feel pain and joy as fully as you can
11. Exercise boldness in public.
12. See beauty in the simple things
13. Be kind to yourself
Here is my starter mix for you to motivate or appreciate as you are in your bag and staying in SLS:
Proud of You- Young Thug feat Uzi Vert
Finale - AJR Band
Shawty is the ---- -The dream feat Fabulous
I'm Ill - Red cafe
Congratulations - Post Malone feat Quavo
Have Mercy - Chloe
Shut it Down - Drake feat the Dream
Off the Grid- Kanye West
Money - Cardi B
Sugar Honey Iced Tea - Princess Nokia
Blessings - Big Sean feat Drake
Rookie of the Year- Moneybagg Yo
Bigger than me - Big Sean
Nice for What - Drake
All me - Drake feat Big Sean and 2 Chainz
Sorry not Sorry - DJ Khaled
Trophies - Drake
How We Coming - Migos
Feel free to share yours with meeeee
The best Anime Watching Squad you know have linked up on Zoom since going to see Demon Slayer to touch on the Anime World.
Juice and Cranberry join me, Lady J to discuss what we want to see out of Demon Slayer season 2. While sipping on Cranberry Juice, Water and Chocolate Milk the gang got an early start on what we have watched, some themes we noticed and what we are currently watching in Anime. We then got in to our own origin story and how we might hit some Cons in the future.
What are you currently watching? How did you get started watching Anime?
A quick list if you want to get started:
- Demon Slayer
- One Piece
- Attack on Titan
- Jujitsu Kaisen
- HunterxHunter
- Bleach
- Revisions
- Tokyo Revengers
- Tower of God
- Black Clover
- Assassination Classroom
I sat down with my sister Sarai and we reflected on life in our 20s. While sipping on our respective tea choices and infusing with some excellent rap (Family Ties and Georgia) we explored everything that has shaped us to be the Baddest Engineers y'all know!
Proud of the journey and the women we are becoming and excited for what is in store for us in the future.
For meme references and our jokes, I have linked all videos I could find below. Enjoy lol.
- Curtis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T_obaO46Bo
- Awkward Black Girl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKFQ8skCCS0
- Allen Iverson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9ZQhyOZCNE
- Ya Upper Body: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfxInc6J3tQ
- Dormtainment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us2C7fChb1c&list=PLPzkf2xx_n9fhPdk8lE0u4Ka9RH7MDxw9&index=14
Look for freestyles on youtube in the near future haha
Drake dropped Certified Lover Boy, the highly anticipated studio album September 3rd, and you know we stayed up (sike) to hear it. We actually fell asleep so, my bad Drake!
While sipping on Stella Rosa Green Apple, we infuse with the whole album and review each track.
Honestly, my favorite track is TSU at this moment. IMY2 takes the next spot if not sharing the number 1.
I dived into notable bars and where the samples of some of the tracks came from.
If you haven't heard it already please spin the album. Visit the below link if you want the playlist on youtube:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_nOXk0Mz_JlhR_iRjEon997Ng9ppWAiWEY
My top 5*:
- N 2 Deep
- IMY2
- TSU
- Fair trade or Love All
- Way 2 Sexy
On this weeks cast I sat down with two of my (sisters) besties and we discussed our natural hair journey. It has been a long road but we wouldn't change a thing about it! From the highs and lows and the wonderful versatility, natural hair is amazing!
We did get a bit distracted but it makes for a great laugh and ties back in to the natural hair.
How long have you been natural? What's the best part about it? Will you be switching your look up after this cast?
Special shoutout to Kofi, Drake, Lance and Davinci for supporting us =)
Your favorite sports analysts are back to talk trash about what happened from the finals to the playoffs.
I admit, We did not see this outcome happening with the Bucks coming back to win in 6.
While sipping on Stella Rosa Tropical Mango, we navigate through the sports world stopping at NFL since its preseason and start up our betting again.
Who is on your NFL watchlist this season?
Will you be trying this Stella Rosa flavor? Let me know what you think of it!
I'm back avidly watching the latest movies...I suppose. Today we discuss F9 and Space Jam which have both been receiving interesting reviews. Drink of Choice is Tetley British Blend Black tea infused with Fast Lane by Don Toliver, Latto, and Durk along with We win by Lil baby and Kirk Franklin.
I was gone for a slight moment to just get rebalanced but I'm back =)
Follow on IG: infusedmoods_cast
Stella Rosa Pink and changing how you think!
Today we explore imposter syndrome as I hype you up and give ways to change your mindset.
You're already amazing and more than deserving to be in the spaces you occupy.
As Jeezy said " Im doing my thing, I'm doing my thing."
You're unforgettable =)
About two weeks ago I, "The Hero", sat down with Dion, "The Voice" and we chopped it up* about basketball with a sprinkle of trash talk. Little did we know our random conversation on predicting who we were going for in the NBA finals, would come true. I'd like to think the Basketball Spirits heard us and said "oh, let's shake it up a bit."
Mind you, we knew Ben Simmons was trash before he let his team down...so I guess we are really good analysts
Enjoy the preview of what's to come when we finally sit down to make our bets on the Finals and maybe go toe to toe in our own finals competition....
*Dion agreed with my song choice but for added infusion, he rocked with Woah Woah by Young Thug.
Those remixes are coming by the way, search for them on youtube ;-)
I'm still Killua here =)
Stay up and don't be a Casual!
I sit down with my dad and discuss this fathers day and his impact on my life. We then talk about his Atlanta Falcons and some other sport happenings.
Flag is on me here as I fumbled the Audio when trying to record two people in the same space. I selected the computer mic and not my good mic. But, the conversation was too good not to share. Hope you still enjoy and he will be back as a guest.
Again, we are learning.
Trying out having remote guests, we will get better with time!
Imani and Aaron dive into current rap and where to place some artists. All love here and free game on opinions! Not every rapper was covered but an organic exploration into are we fans of the Artist, or the Producer?
Who are you currently listening to? Are you really a fan of the producer? (Check to see if you focus on the beat or the lyrics)
Beat Prod. by Aaron
It is Mental Health Awareness month and it looks different for many people. Today I reflect on my journey and infuse it with Sparkling Ice and Snarky Puppy. Remember to pour into yourself as you do others and I hope your life resets take root in your routine and your self care days thrive!
Who is your support system team? What does your self care routine consist of?
Mental Health Resources for when you need more than your support system: https://www.mhanational.org/
Listen to Thing of Gold: https://youtu.be/eZBlRkF0-to
Listen to Sing to the Moon: https://youtu.be/d0Ua9xZP6Lw
For our introductory podcast I edited this down to about 8 minutes to do a vibe check. Saturday May 8th I finally got to see Demon Slayer in theaters. On the way there Hotline Bling randomly came on which made me think of how on point Drake really is. Instant Nostalgia!