No But For Real The Podcast: Recent Episodes
Christine Alexis & Ashley Allen
Respectfully keeping it real AF on issues that affect Black women, from dating & relationships to mental health and more.
We're keeping it 100% real on our FINAL episode of season one! As things in U.S. continue to look bleak (from political tensions to gas prices and an all-out war on women's bodies) more Americans are considering leaving and living abroad than ever before — including host Christine! Could NBFR be going international? What ARE the top, Black girl-friendly destinations we've got our eye on? What's Ashley's #1 tip while traveling abroad? We got you!
Tap in for this can't-miss finale — and we'll chat with you all again for season 2 very soon!
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Power couple or PR couple? Hosts Ashley and Christine react to Lori Harvey and Michael B. Jordan's surprising recent breakup and why they called it quits after almost 2 years of dating. We know we know, it's their business... but now it's also OUR business! How could two of the hottest people on the planet NOT make this work? Who's taking the fall for this one?! Plus, one Hollywood couple IS doing is 100% right and we're so here for it -- tune in and join the gossip with us!
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In the wake of YouTube personality & podcaster Kevin Samuels' sudden death, hosts Ashley & Christine dive into the public's reaction to the controversial figure and the influx of toxic, male-led podcast shows that have popped up in recent years.
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Between Tik Tok and Instagram fighting for our attention every day to the FOMO it brings every time we pick up our phones, social media has been making us feel a type of way! Has it had the same effect on you? Join us as we dive into how we're navigating our lives & Black identity online, the ripple effects of too much scrolling IRL, and whether or not the Metaverse is worth any piece of your precious screen time.
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Follow Ashley Allen on IG: @ashleyreidallen
Follow Christine Alexis on IG: @christineialexis
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No But For Real, Our Relationship With Black Hair Is Complicated...
We're calling all of our Black female listeners into the group chat right now, because this one's for you! Whether you grew up getting perms or struggling with the hot comb on Sunday mornings, or have tried "the big chop" or played it safe due to respectability politics — our relationship with hair has never been quite black and white. In this episode, we're discussing the journey to loving our Black hair, taking risks with it and how society is finally making legal strides to putting respect on our crowns!!
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No But For Real, Are We Still Doing This!?
In life and relationships, we try to give second chances because at some point we will probably need one. But how do you decide when enough is enough! What factors play a part in your decision and are you willing to have the closure conversation once the relationship it's over? In this episode, we're discussing boundaries, closure, and lessons learned from past relationships!
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Follow Ashley Allen on IG: @ashleyreidallen
Follow Christine Alexis on IG: @christineialexis
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Happy Black History Month, NBFR family! ✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿
After a brief holiday hiatus, the No But For Real Podcast is returning to your lineup with a NEW special episode all about the shortest but most important month of the year for us — February a.k.a Black History Month.
Everything from the modern day Black excellence on display during this year's Super Bowl LVI half time show to head-scratching views on critical race theory being taught in schools are on the table as hosts Christine Alexis and Ashley Allen dive into what BHM means to them — and whether or not we're really doing it justice in celebrations happening today.
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Follow Ashley Allen on IG: @ashleyreidallen
Follow Christine Alexis on IG: @christineialexis
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It's that time of year! 2021 is winding down with Christmas rapidly approaching and on this episode, hosts Ashley & Christine dive into what they hope the new year will bring - both personally and professionally - before announcing a short hiatus for the holiday season.
It's also cuffing season 😍 Tap in for a little pop culture check-in with some of the cutest and most surprising couples we've seen blossom over the last few months!! (Looking at you, Pete & Kim).
PSA: No But For Real Podcast is going on a short break through the holidays. Wishing you a happy, healthy holiday season and be sure to subscribe for more episodes in the New Year!
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Follow Ashley Allen on IG: @ashleyreidallen
Follow Christine Alexis on IG: @christineialexis
Follow @nobutforrealpodcast on Instagram for updates ✨ Don't forget to rate us with 5 STARS on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NBFR.
We're all very much aware that in our society today, "sex sells," and it got us wondering, is anyone still buying into the idea of celibacy anymore?
On this episode, host Christine Alexis goes one-on-one with special guest & dear friend of the podcast, Elayna Fenelon, to dive into the question of whether or not practicing celibacy might be right for you. Oh, and if you're still trying to figure out the difference between celibacy & abstinence, don't worry! We tackle that, too. Grab a glass of wine, some popcorn & tap in for this insightful heart-to-heart about celibacy, love, sex and intentional dating in LA!
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Be sure to subscribe for more episodes! Follow @nobutforrealpodcast on Instagram for updates ✨ Don't forget to rate us with 5 STARS on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to NBFR.
First thing’s first, let’s make one thing clear: most people don’t willingly seek out toxic friendships — and if you do, we might need another episode dedicated to helping you work that out, fam. 😬 But, somehow, we can all say we’ve found ourselves in a toxic dynamic at some point in our lives. A toxic friendship often feels exhausting, frustrating, and disappointing, or it may seem as if the entire dynamic is one-sided...
On this episode, hosts Ashley & Christine discuss the common types of toxic friends one might encounter, how to spot when a genuine friendship becomes toxic, and most importantly, how to recognize when that toxic person is, well, YOU. (Yep, it’s getting real, y’all). Keep an open mind and heart, and tap in!
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No but for real, it's time for a check-in! On this episode, hosts Ashley and Christine press pause on the hustle & bustle of life to discuss what they've been up to lately, including recent major life changes (🚨NEW JOB ALERT🚨). The ladies also dive into their shared obsession with and anticipation for the final season of Insecure on HBO, highlighting the hurdles that creator Issa Rae had to overcome to authentically do this show for the culture.
Stay tuned for new episodes dropping monthly! ✨
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Follow Ashley Allen on IG: @ashleyreidallen
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Early 20's. Mid 20's. Late 20's. What a time to be alive! Before you know it, 30 hits and you become an older and hopefully wiser new person with some valuable lessons learned from that unforgettable decade. Everything's clearer in retrospect and on this episode, Ashley & Christine dive into the most important things they've learned and wish they knew in their 20's. And of course, it gets real AF!
After the episode. join us on Instagram at @nobutforrealpodcast & tell us a lesson learned or something you wish YOU knew in your 20's! 💬
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It wouldn't be a juicy girls' podcast without an episode dedicated to love and dating, right? Yeah, let's get into it! Tap into this candid conversation between hosts Ashley -- 2-years married with a newborn son -- and Christine -- young, single, and navigating dating in LA -- as they spill the tea on their love lives and lessons learned.
This is part one of a mini series on this topic, so we want to hear from YOU! What specific topics do you want us to touch on?
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In this episode, Christine and Ashley discuss body image and the challenges they've faced as Black women during a time when it's become all too easy to police women's bodies. From Texas' incredibly strict abortion laws to impactful childhood memories, the NBFR crew gets to the heart of the issue and offer a nuanced perspective on how to stay true to yourself.
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References & Links:
Texas Abortion Law & What Happens Next (Source: NPR.org)
https://www.npr.org/2021/09/01/1033202132/texas-abortion-ban-what-happens-next
A quick snippet of what to expect from the No But For Real Podcast, hosted by Ashley and Christine.