Close The Curtain: Recent Episodes
Nalita, Shalonna, & Caroline
Our mission is to educate, entertain, and inspire women to live their best lives while they Close The Curtain to things that do not serve them.
Join us every week as we discuss relationships, mental health, pop culture, and travel. We will be toasting the good and corking the ratchet, so grab your favorite wine and meet us at the intersection of pop culture and wellness.
From the millions of snow crabs that have mysteriously disappeared to Ginuwine passing out during the Criss Angel's Magic Show, we have the stories covered and you don't want to miss it. You considering a less expensive BBL? Better make sure you don't leave with a missing organ. What goes along perfectly with a break-up...a baecation? We didn't think so either until we saw it on Blue Ivy's innanet. What blends well with a girls' night in? The tea that we serving up tonight. So grab your favorite drink and prop those feet up while Close The Curtain's cohosts regale you with the latest entertainment news!
Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to any stories or music heard on this podcast. The stories mentioned here have been previously publicized.
This episode does not fake the funk. It explores mental health with Meg Thee Stallion; Yung Miami as the next 'Black Oprah'; Kanye's 'White Lives Matter' movement; along with the other latest entertainment news. Most importantly, we discuss maintaining intentional friendships and relationships. Join your favorite girlfriends as we kick back this week.
Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to any stories or music heard on this podcast. The stories mentioned have been previously publicized.
Hey CTC Crew! We are back from our mid season hiatus and are quite ready to get back to supplying yall with the latest tidbits of entertainment news. From the Obamas portraits being revealed and installed in the White House to Queen Lizbet going on to glory; Nia and Ume's social mishaps; CFA targeting 'our community'; 'Stole by Sheree'; and much more. Are you ready to dive into this week's shenanigans, cuz we are. Press play now! Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to any stories or music heard on this podcast. The stories mentioned have been previously publicized.
Hello Close The Curtain Crew! This has been a very productive 3 seasons, and your cohosts thought it was high time to remember where this idea was first birthed: as monthly, recurring guests on The Eavesdrop with Dr. Shalonna Battle. Let's connect with the ladies we were then and explore the growth not only as individuals but as a collective that continues to bring you great content. Grab a bottle and reminisce one time for the one time with us. See ya next week with our regularly scheduled S3 episode. :)
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
"You wanna talk ish?!" "You wanna run yo mouth?!" "You wanna ga-". Skrrrrrr! Thought like our favorite topic, Boosie Bad Azz, yall wanted a live concert. But we might have been wrong. Before you close the curtain on us, tune in and see don't these hot topics make you stay awhile. From Boosie's umpteenth traffic pull over; to pilots fighting midflight; plane customers air-dropping nudes; to Lizzo going so high on Aries that we had to dig some ditches, you won't want to miss this. Round it off with Auntie Tab reading Food Network for filth and you will leave inspired. Join us this episode.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
"It's 7 o' clock, on the dot, I'm in my drop top, cruising the...". Ooops. Us cohosts of Close The Curtain were really trying to determine if Usher is the King of R&B; if Money Bag Joe did enough for the culture with the student loan forgiveness plan; and if Biggie's daughter was really putting her house up as collateral for her 'long time' boyfriend who hasn't put a ring on it; and forgot to turn Alexa off. Anyway, hop on this podcast for our weekly night out as we roast the bad, toast the good, and turn up for everything else in between.
P.S. We have a side bar that even THE GOAT, Serena Williams, would approve of. Tune in NEE-OW.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
GIRL, listen. Join the cohosts of Close The Curtain Podcast as we play our latest Season 3 game; catch up on the latest and nigh outrageous tea; and have the most fabulous gab session with the ladies. Not to mention the literal gems dropped for how to doff our superhero capes (whether at home, with family, friends, job, church, etcetera) and how to tune into what you need. Stop by and see what all the fuss is about. I dare you. Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Join the co-hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast: Caroline, Nalita and Shalonna, as we nose dive into this week's content. From period appropriate plantation parties to naked shenanigans in front of The Rattler, you won't find this good time anywhere else. We wrap everything up with a nice bow to help you get through your week. Meet you there.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
The cohosts at Close The Curtain Podcast are kicking our hiatus to the curb! Tune in for your weekly dose of entertainment, hot topics, and inspiration as we bring this season in right! Girl...do we got a show for you.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Catch two of our favorite side bar discussions from this season in our Best of for Season 2! These little gems of conversation are the meat and potatoes (or oodles and noodles) that carry us into our next week with a bit more pep in our step and face forward. Join the co-hosts of Close The Curtain here as we tackle some issues us millenials, Gen Z'ers, and even baby boomers find relevancy in and are addressing today. Intersection of pop-culture and entertainment at your service.
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Even on hiatus, we bringing the girl's night to you! Join the hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast as we reminisce about the best things from season 2. Tune in and I bet we have you holding your sides laughing and going back to hear the gems you missed from this season. Let's get into it, yall!
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Whew Chile! The hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast are back again to end this season of the show RIGHT. Tune in and find out the latest tea news today with an extra sugar lump for your week. (We always have a good time.) Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Join the cohosts of Close The Curtain Podcast as we unwind from this heavy week with likka, snacks and good conversation. We have the ingredients for a great episode and the last thing we are missing is you. Don't worry about a thing; we're going to take care of you from beginning to end. Grab a drink, pop a seat, and enjoy the show.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
From discussing the merits of waist beads to reviewing the BET Awards and the most recent Versuz, this past week was litty. Auntie Vickie Winans trying to get ahead of the innanet in her roast session. Queen Bey released snippets of her upcoming album and it's got us looking at these jobs and relationships wondering if we need to cut something off before it breaks us down. And between the McDonald's missed meal and the MIL hijacking this couple's retreat, we got plenty to discuss. As a bonus, our co-host, Caroline, reveals her summer traveling tips for success. This is a gab session you don't want to miss. Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Join us for an exclusive interview with our special guest, Shaquita Whitley-Holt, LCSW, as we discuss an increasingly alarming but oftentimes overlooked epidemic at the forefront of our community: trafficking and missing women and girls of color. Tune in to find out way to aid in the mounted efforts to 'Find Our Girls'. Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
It's Tuesday night and the hosts of Close The Curtain are cutting loose. From Queen Bey removing her profile picture and Yung Miama telling Diddy, "we go togetha", we have news that you don't wanna miss. Like Azalea Banks, we are sometimes unhappy with our jobs, but is it OK to punish your fans or coworkers due to our environment? Is anyone else wondering if Nick Cannon could be your cousin? And what does Juneteenth mean for you? The opinions to this and so much more can be found in this episode. Come wine down with us.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
From sanging songs we had no business singing growing up; to car insurance paying out liability for obtaining STDs in a box chevy; and even further to having oodles and noodles for breakfast, lunch, and dinner; the ladies of Close The Curtain invite you to stop by and enjoy this Tuesday wine down with us. The laughs and bits of inspiration will bevy you throughout this trying week, and have you looking forward to the conversation for the next. Happy Hoochie Daddy Summer to you!
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
You may want to sit down for this episode of Close The Curtain because it is exactly what the summer ordered: a night in with your favorite girls. From getting "sat down" at the adult spelling bee to the invention and production of uterus-shaped cereal that turns the milk red, we got the tea, sis. So tune in and enjoy this week's installment of CTC. Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Join Nalita, Shalonna, and Caroline, the hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast, as we kick back in our third episode of Season 2. In this episode, we sip wine and discuss supporting small businesses in our ice cream review; Shalonna's speed dating experience; Caroline's rideshare horror story; things preachers say when the church stops listening; the MAIN menu this summer: HOOCHIE DADDY SHORTS. Then, we decide who to raise a glass to or cork out of SupaCent gifting her man land; CTC Host Caroline and her customer service experience; Macy vs. D9 Sororities; and Xscape vs. Destiny's Child. We close the show by discussing how not to lose yourself in a relationship. So grab your wine, and meet us at this girl's night out! Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
We're back with another episode in our season 2 lineup! From warm girl summer to self-realization tips, we have got something for you this week. Grab your wine, kick up your feet, and tune in as we Close The Curtain on the most recent shenanigans.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized and published.
Hello Listeners! We are back from our hiatus and we are delving into season 2 with more riveting and engaging content. Join us as we break the ice, Cork and/or Toast, and address body image and self-love in this episode. So tune in for a show that's worth your listen.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Hello Close The Curtain Crew! Close The Curtain is taking a work hiatus, but we are bringing you the Best of Season 1 Part 2 in this bonus episode. This is the most talked about and relistened to content. Join your favorite ladies as we kick back and revisit the jewels of our first season.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Hello Close The Curtain Crew! Close The Curtain is taking a work hiatus, but we are bringing you the Best of Season 1 in this bonus episode. These are the most talked about and relistened to content. Join your favorite ladies as we kick back and revisit the jewels of our first season. Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
Join the Close The Curtain Podcast Hosts as we end the season with a phenomenal episode. From TikTok to Black Twitter, we are celebrating the season's end with a bang. And you don't want to miss the sidebar conversation about handling that pesky friend 'Complacency'. So tune in, and enjoy the show.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
It's Tuesday over here at Close The Curtain, and the good people are still wildin' out on Blue Ivy's Innanet. From dealing with other's booty paper to forsaking jury duty for your suga daddy to fasting from 'whiteness', we are getting into it.
Do you season your chicken grease before you fry it? Nah? Let's try Paula's recipe to see if it is up to snuff. Then we tackle giving birth in a health care system that still doesn't know how to care for us safely or efficiently. Join us as we close the curtain on shenanigans in entertainment today.
Disclaimer: Close The Curtain Podcast does not own the rights to any music heard on our podcast. The stories discussed here have already been publicized.
And Another One! Join the ladies of Close The Curtain Podcast for an episode filled with the latest entertainment news. From Romper bae 'Homing at Work' to putting money on the books of the heroes who lowered gas prices to pennies, we are cutting up this week. And you won't want to miss tips on preventing social media from negatively impacting your relationships.
This Tuesday, join the hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast as we review our favorite parts of the Oscars, minus 'SlapGate', and shake things up with our special guests: Wendy Rose Berry and Eugenia Marshall, the cofounders of ConditionHer. There will be no spoilers in this episode description, but I am sure you won't want to miss this enlightening, inspiring, and resource-packed interview for entrepreneurs like you. Grab yo wine and charcuterie board and let's get into it!
It's another Tuesday and it's going down on Close The Curtain Podcast. From building up Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson; to a first draft of minority picks in the police force; an semester of supervised hunching; securing your doctoral degree to volunteer on the coast; and wrapping up with our special guests, Danielle and Joann from Women in Distress: A conversation discussing Teen Dating Violence. Join us with your favorite snack and drink as we touch on the latest entertainment news of this week.
Join the hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast as we chase after argument free relationships; binge watch Bridgerton; honor St. Tamar's Day; Cork/Toast a few out of pocket celebrities; and decide if it is worth reevaluating your career choice in the current climate of technology. You definitely gone need a drink for this installation of Close The Curtain. Tune in to keep the party going.
Join the cast of Close The Curtain Podcast as we answer some inane get-to-know us questions; review the hottest question regarding the SuperBowl 2022; dive into teaching your spouse a lesson by fake kidnapping your child; closing the curtain on your spouse in coach while you upgrade to business on an international flight; determining if there's truth to successful women being less attractive; and end with a review of our 1st read of 2022: An American Marriage. This episode will have you holding your gut as we tackle the current issues of this week.
Join the hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast as we delve into retaining your black card; closing the curtain or the casket; stitches for snitches, even if the snitch is your mom; Florida policing sexual orientation in the classroom; and raising a glass to our sister, Ketanji Brown Jackson, on her nomination by Uncle Joe. We get a little tipsy and a lot loud as we discuss the latest suffering to be found while traveling in economy. You don't want to miss this installment of the show.
In this episode, the hosts of Close The Curtain are joined by a special guest: Katherine Shorter! She is a pastoral care counselor, author, speaker and teacher whose passion is women's ministry. Join us as we "wine poetic" about the auspicious Twosday and our upcoming projects; the best books to read in 2022; Ye and his fragility; pizza as a metaphor for "sexual consent"; opting out of Black History Month; and overcoming generational curses while pursuing generational wealth. Pull up a seat, your favorite drink, and let's get into it!
Join Nalita, Shalonna, and Caroline, the hosts of Close The Curtain Podcast, as we kick back in our first official episode. In this episode, we sip wine and discuss how we are celebrating Black History Month. Then, we decide who to raise a glass to or cork out of ABC and Auntie Whoopi; the NFL and Brian Flores; Jada Pinkett Smith's most recent entanglement; and the Olympics Committee. We close the show by dismantling the theory of being the "strong friend," and addressing how to maintain positive mental health in an increasingly busy world. I promise this is a treat you don't want to miss. So grab your wine, and meet us as we 'Root for Everybody Black'!