Girl, Listen!: Recent Episodes
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A lot of menfolk seem to think women only care about finances when it comes to being in a relationship, but we need more than that. In particular, emotional vulnerability. Then again, some women don’t allow men to show emotion. What’s the happy medium?
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Millennials are walking away from the church in droves. Some call them out for not keeping up with the times and many just don’t downright trust the church or their leaders. Many of us grew up Christian, but have changed our stances as adults. Where does your faith lie? —make sure you tell ya friends about us! @girllisten.podcast
We missed last week due to COVID, but we’reeeee bacckkkkk! How many times have you doubled back to a relationship? Was it ever really worth it? Never saying ‘no’ to your man—does that make WatchJazzy submissive and somehow we tied all of this to BDSM! We apologize for the bad editing, but enjoy! IG @girlisten.podcast Lovers and Friends By Shan Boodram Soft White Underbelly Lip Service by Angela Yee
We already know you know, but BEY IS BACK! As loyal members of the #BeyHive we share how we protect our peace and don't allow the ways of the world (that is, these JOBS) to break our souls.
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Girl! How would you define a friend? And have you ever had to end a friendship? We share our personal definitions and experiences with ending a relationship with a good sis. Want to add something? Share your thoughts with us on IG @girllisten.podcast.
From Nick Cannon's expanding family to Atlanta rapper Trouble losing his life, and our very own shenanigans...like Deborah Cox said, "love will make you do some crazy things." Subscribe, share with ya girl, and hit us up on at IG at @girllisten.podcast.
Weeee Bikkeeee! Did you miss us? Grab your drinks and catch up with your favs on Girl, Listen! Follow us, like a picture, share the content @girllisten.podcast
Happy Black History Month! How are y'all celebrating the culture and the many accomplishments of our ancestors? Find out what we're doing and how we feel about the performances large corporations put on this time of year. Rate, follow, share with your homegirl, and let us know your thoughts on IG @girlisten.podcast.
We apologize for the soundHow do you keep a peaceful mind? Ya Rose, creator and self acceptance coach of Affirmations on Self Love podcast joins us to discuss the importance of meditation and how it’s brought peace into various life situations. Make sure you’re in a quiet setting at the end as Ya Rose grounds us with a quick meditation. Rate, follow, share with your girl, and join our meditation convo on IG @girlisten.podcast and you can find More information about Ya Rose @IamYaRose
Season 5 of Insecure has sadly ended insert sad face. Like we promised we present the rundown of the final season while confessing our love for Kendrick Sampson and Jay Ellis’ fine faces. Rate, follow, share and let us know your opinion on IG @girlisten.podcast.
We're finally back y'all, and sharing how we entered 2022, along with our take on "high standards." We also get into what it means when Black men "prefer" to not date Black women, and what kind of first ladies we'd be. Rate, follow, share and let us know your opinion on IG @girlisten.podcast.
It's our final episode of 2021! 🍾 This year hasn't been quite as chaotic as 2020 (then again, it has), but a wild ride nonetheless. We discuss our journies throughout the last 11 months and what we are looking forward to in 2022. Whether you've been with us since episode one, this is your first time listening or you're somewhere in between, we appreciate your support! 🥂 Like, share, subscribe and tell us about your year on IG @girlisten.podcast.
Would you be on your Tami Roman and suggest that your man have a 'break baby' if you couldn't physically carry a child or if it isn't best for your life? And now that Porsha's new show has aired, are y'all here for Simon treating Porsha like a queen? Get into our take, then like, share, subscribe and join the convo with us on IG @girlisten.podcast.
Too often we see a rappers life taken in the same environment that raised him. How do we protect our black men? When they want to give back to the community, do we tell them not to look back? — and what happens when you find out your gay best friend is not so gay and wants to date you? Follow us on IG @girllisten.podcast. Tell a friend and like, share, and review!
The holidays have arrived and Aunt Punkin is at it AGAIN sigh 🙄 Uncomfortable conversations about marriage and babies are being thrown around like darts, and somehow we've managed to steer clear. Have you? Tell us how you avoided and/or nipped those convos in the bud before they even got started. Follow us on IG @girlisten.podcast, tell a friend, like, share and review! Mastered by Buckhead Bae
Life happens to us all very fast the good, the bad, and the ugly. If you could tell your younger self anything, what would you say? We share the differences in the person we were at 18 and the person we are now. Like. Share. Review and join the convo @girllisten.podcast
Travis Scott's concerts are known to get WILD, but we were all shocked to learn of the tragic crowd surge that claimed the life of 10 fans and injured hundreds more at Astroworld. Now everyone wants to know who's to blame, how could this have been prevented, should artists be held responsible for taking things too far? We share our two cents on the situation and compare our experience at a large festival. Like, share, review and join the convo on IG @girllisten.podcast.
Issa Rae has had her foot on our necks since Insecure first aired in 2016, and now #seasonBYEve is underway. We binge-watched seasons 1-4 for a lil recap and talked about the various scenarios that were brought up over the years. We STILL can’t believe Lawrence got Consensus pregnant 😫 Follow us on IG @girllisten.podcast! Like. Share. Review.
California made headlines in June 2019 for becoming the first state to pass a law to ban discrimination based on one's natural hair. We both have natural hair with different styles that are not traditionally deemed ‘professional’ or whatever that means 🙄 How do you feel about natural hairstyles? Are they for the workplace? ——And everyone is screaming how Jada Pinkett Smith is so embarrassing, but are we reading the article or the headline? Find out on this episode of Girl, Listen! Follow us on IG @girl.listenpodcast! Like. Share. Review.
We have all been in relationships that weren’t good for us and it’s always so easy to judge others from the outside looking in. But give a little grace and be supportive. You never know what type of abuse is making someone hold on. Like. Share. Review. Follow us @girllisten.podcast
When choosing a partner, which weighs more heavily: what the two of you can do or build together OR the emotional connection and how they make you feel? Are you more inclined to date or consider life with someone based on how good they look on paper? We share our experiences in choosing partners and being chosen, the outcomes, and how we want to move going forward.
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Dealing with infidelity in a relationship is one thing, but it's a whole other story when things turn fatal. Fatal as in your partner's side piece dies, leaving your partner in the thick of grief. Would you still be out the door immediately or would you stick beside them and help them cope with losing the (possible) love of their life? Share, subscribe, review and join the conversation with us on IG @girllisten.podcast
They say you can't put a price on love, but is there a limit to how much you'll spend on a gift for the person you're in a relationship with? Ari recently bought Moneybagg Yo 28.8 acres of land for his 30th birthday and folks were up in arms, mainly because they aren't married. Jump into our convo to hear our thoughts on the situation and how much we're willing to spend on bae.
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We're celebrating our 50th episode and ONE YEAR in this thang! Time always flies, but especially when you're having fun. Join us for a quick trip down memory lane to find out how it all started and for a peek into our journeys. Whether this is your first time listening, your 50th, or somewhere in between, we deeply appreciate you tuning in to our authentic girl talk. Like, share, review and follow us on IG @girllisten.podcast.
We’ve all had a breakup that left us with unanswered questions. Seemingly as if we needed just one more conversation for "closure." But is closure really necessary? Does it leave more unanswered questions once it’s all said and done? Tune in and don’t forget to tell ya' friends about us! Like, share, review and follow us on IG @girllisten.podcast
What do you do when someone you love or see a future with doesn’t support your dreams? Do you diminish your wants and goals to appease someone else? We talk about how we’ve been in situation where dream killa tried to tear us down, but we didn’t allow it. Like. Share. Review. Follow us on IG:@girl.listenpodcast
Chrissy Lampkin did it. Jodie Turner-Smith did it. Britney Spears did it first (maybe not first, but you get the drift). And we've been seeing even more women do it thanks to social media. Which leads us to ask, would you propose to your man? We share our feelings on reversing the roles, giving men the opportunity to experience what women have for so long, and if it's in our futures.
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Lizzo has been known to not give a f*ck about being comfortable in her skin. Recently, she shared her feelings about people with fatphobias and those who have fat shamed her. What was supposed to be an episode about body inclusivity turned into a discussion on why the world hates 'fat' people. Share your thoughts with us on Instagram @girllisten.podcast
A few months ago Sarah Jakes Roberts released her latest book, ‘Women Evolve.’ As a guest on The Table with Anthony Oneal, a YouTube series and podcast by author and motivational speaker Anthony Oneal, she spoke in depth about women building their legacy without a man. It lead us into discussing our outlook on the subject and how we view our own legacy. Share your thoughts and follow us on IG:@girllisten.podcast
What does Da Baby, Bill Cosby, Ellen Degeneres, and Doja Cat all have in common? —— CANCELED. Cancel Culture is fairly new, but can be extremely harsh. On this episode we discuss whether or not it’s possible to educate the uneducated or are some of these celebrities downright hateful. Like, share, review! IG: girllisten.podcast
Last week was WILD. Lil Nas X’s new video, Da Baby’s homophobic comments at Rolling Loud, Simone Biles having the twisties...whew, a lot! Share your thoughts with us on IG:@girllisten.podcast
Lost Files! An unreleased episode with @ace_alpha2 about the opposite sex best friends and how it can be an issue for a lot of people even if they didn’t have previous relations. And remember when Saweetie was asked about a threesome and she stated that Quavo could pick the man—PINEAPPLES. @ace_alpha2 @crayon.vs.culture
We recorded this episode on a trip to Las Vegas! Making the 6.5 hour drive through the desert from San Diego to Las Vegas there was plenty to talk about. Get in on our road trip discussions including Sha’Carri Richardson’s disqualification from the Olympics, to figuring out if your man can leave heart eye emojis under an Instagram post, and a couple things in between.
Last week, the internet went CRAZYYYY when the discussion of wearing bonnets started floating around. It went even further when Monique, the comedian posted her stance (and a pic of another women in a bonnet) on the issue. We discuss bonnets outside of the house and whether or not ‘white’ is right when it comes to the way that Blacks should live their lives.
We all know J.Lo is here for it (Bennifer 2.0), but would you consider dating an ex or someone from your past? We share our opinions on dating backwards and if we've ever reversed in search of partnership.
Recently, Naomi Osaka decided NOT to do any press at the French Open and shared that it was due to her mental health in an IG post. Many supported her, while others stated it's simply a part of the job. But where do we draw the line when mental health is at stake? We share our thoughts on whether speaking to the public comes with the territory of being a celebrity AND how we personally deal with being open about our mental health.
We breakdown the current season of Married At First Sight now that the season finale is over. Find out if we were correct about which couples made it and what we thought about the rest of the season.
We’re wrapping up MAFS and #mentalhealthawareness month with a special guest—Nancy Jo! If you don’t remember, Nancy Jo is Paige's good friend and was a bridesmaid at her wedding. She is a mental health advocate and provides tools and resources for mental space outlets in Macon, GA. We highlight red flags in Paige and Chris’ relationship, but also discuss the green flags we often overlook. Connect with Nancy on IG: Fancinanc
More times than not, we miss the mark when effectively communicating. This can lead to troubles in the work place, romantic relationships, and friendships. We discuss the most effective ways to communicate, how we prefer to communicate, and how we’ve messed up before!
Last week we were all shocked to find out that Porsha Williams from RHOA was engaged to her "co-star's" soon-to-be ex-husband. While Porsha has proclaimed YOLO, many are screaming Girl Code! Find out how we feel about the situation and what Girl Code means to us.
A listener wrote in to us and asked our opinion on her situation: she was in a committed relationship with her ‘best friend’ who cheated on her with multiple women. Should she stay or should she leave? Tune in to find out what we think! Side note: We apologize for the sound.
Motherhood: the sh*t they don't tell you. Happy early Mother's Day! A familiar voice is back as we discuss motherhood and some of the things everyone fails to mention, such as: the anxiety, food aversions, and the PAIN! So. Much. Pain!
Can you guess who is back to host with us?!
We walk through our AWFUL experiences using dating apps. The men that don’t talk, the FWB, and the men that only want foot pics. Has social media hindered us from actually communicating with each other? Does the man want to be chased?
Simple questions that need real answers: Why do we hold on to people that we know truly don’t serve us? How often are you ending friendships that bring drama? What keeps us going back to unhealthy situations? Also, do y’all know what HenTai porn is? 😂
Derrick Jaxn - the Self Love Ambassador became the topic of the universe a few weeks ago when we found out he cheated on his wife. If you haven’t heard of him, he’s known for condeming men that cheat on their wives and how ‘Black men don’t cheat.’ Clearly, that was a lie. Grab your wine and listen as we break down the issue with it all and knowing your self worth as a woman in this two part episode. FYI: It’s girlfriends' night! The cackle and keke is at an all time HIGH!
Derrick Jaxn - the Self Love Ambassador became the topic of the universe a few weeks ago when we found out he cheated on his wife. If you haven’t heard of him, he’s known for condeming men that cheat on their wives and how ‘Black men don’t cheat.’ Clearly, that was a lie. Grab your wine and listen as we break down the issue with it all and knowing your self worth as a woman in this two part episode. FYI: It’s girlfriends' night! The cackle and keke is at an all time HIGH!
We all heard the recording of Kirk Franklin cursing out his adult son, which led to many conversations about the ways we show love to young boys and men. Ace from Crayon vs. Culture Podcast joins us as we discuss the heated phone call, and we also get into how parents should show the same love to their kids regardless of gender. Keep up with Ace and his podcast on IG: @ace_alpha2 and @crayon.vs.culture
We breakdown the current season of Married At First Sight at the half way point. We let y’all know which couples we think are going to make it and those that we don’t think will make it
We all constantly complain about the hustle and bustle of life. We sometimes get so caught up in a routine that never ends that we never stop to make sure that we are okay. We discuss ways we add self care to our lives and how it changes our outlook.
We all fell in love with Lauren Speed and Cameron Hamilton from Netflix’s Hit ‘Love Is Blind.’ The obviousness of her interracial relationship has been a topic many times. We have Kimmi join us to talk about interracial dating. Kimmi is an extremely beautiful, extremely intelligent, and extremely Black woman that is currently in love with a white man. She shares the deets on her experiences with microaggressions and sex during her dating process.
We all fell in love with Lauren Speed and Cameron Hamilton from Netflix’s Hit ‘Love Is Blind.’ The obvious of her interracial relationship has been a topic many times. We have Kimmi join us to talk about interracial dating. Kimmi is an extremely beautiful, extremely intelligent, and extremely Black woman that is currently in love with a white man. Kimmi gives us the deets on her experiences with micro aggressions and sex during her dating process.
This past month all of the ladies have been happy, but equally pissed about the new relationship between Micheal B. Jordan and Lori Harvey. The men however, have expressed their disdain about her dating life. We discuss whether or not we think Lori Harvey should be celebrated for dating multiple men or is she considered a heaux.
We gave y’all enough time to catch up! Have you all watched Malcom and Marie yet? If not, spoiler alert! We get into a few details from the movie and why it was so toxic.
And then there were two....We decided to have a loosely structure episode and we give our opinions on the current Twitter topics and the craziness of T.I. and Tiny abuse allegations.
Reality TV has taken over. Nene, Kim Kardashian, Bad Girls Club, 90 day fiancé....the list goes on. Can you live without reality tv?
Do you prefer traditional gender roles? Men, do you want to come home to a home cooked meal and a clean home? Women, would you like for the man to financially provide and take out the trash? We’ve briefly discussed gender roles, but this time we dive deep in. Find out who does or doesn’t prefer to be cooking in the kitchen on this episode.
Taking care of your own mental health is one thing, but how do handle engaging with others living with mental disorders?
2020 was CHAOTIC, kind of like this episode. We’re talking about how 2020 treated us and what we’re looking forward to in the New Year.
Yeah, a 10-piece wet sprinkled with lemon pepper and a side of fries is good af, but that can’t be your go-to meal multiple times a week. You gotta have a lil balance: fruits, veggies, whole grains, and WATER, too. Then move your body on top of that. It’s cliche, but health truly is wealth.
Have you ever thought about someone and then ‘boom,’ they call you? Is that just coincidence or your intuition?
Ever found yourself cringing at remarks made by people in your family or inner circle when it comes to those who don’t identify as heterosexual? Have you basically been told your views are homopobic in so many words? Hear our opinions when it comes down to it in our community, the Black community.
When the white lady jumped out of her Range Rover and responded with, ‘What do you mean? I’m married?’ We knew we were doing life all wrong. The first time you marry for love. The second time you marry for money.
We hear about them in the media all the time when it comes to the wealthy, but would you consider a pre-nup with your partner? If your partner presented you one, would you sign?
You probably found out about this episode scrolling social media, but are you aware of how much time you spend swiping the screen on your phone? How is the content you’re consuming feeding your mental health? Listen to hear our habits and take on the worldly obsession.
Regardless of where you stand on the spectrum of sexuality, how do you feel about dating those who are fluid? Is sexuality a non factor or would you prefer to know what’s up ASAP?
Do you consider your relationships ‘open’ until there’s a ring on your left hand? Are you a monogamous Monica or is the swinging lifestyle a bit more your speed? Press play for our thoughts and experiences.
When it comes to getting this bread, can you and your partner be neck-and-neck AND have a healthy relationship?
You’ve heard Brittany say it all season, “Everybody needs to go to therapy,” which is why we invited licensed clinical social worker, Courtney Williams to chat with us about the signs of depression, coping with anxiety and corporal punishment.
The setting has changed and they may not wear pink on Wednesdays, but mean girls are still on the scene from social media to the workplace, and maybe even your core group of friends, unfortunately.
Do you have unconditional love for your partner or are there definitely conditions? We discuss how it pertains to our relationships, being terrified of marriage, and complacency in romantic partnerships.
Financial Planner (multi-hyphenate, tbh) Alonzo Hall shares tips on discussing finances with your partner, how to budget your coins, filing taxes, and why you need to pay them folks ON TIME to fix your credit.
Ay, Ma! Bringing life into this world is a beautiful thing, which is why this episode is dedicated to you and the entire journey, touching on a little of everything from maternal death rates, medicated and natural births, diastasis recti and postpartum depression.
Robin Thicke ain’t the only one that needs sex therapy, sis. We’re talking orgasms, sexpectations, sex drive changes, turning yourself on and then some with licensed marriage and family therapist and board-certified sex therapist and sexologist, Brittanni Young.