Edge Control: Recent Episodes
Edge Control
Bree and Ariele are here to give it to you real, no dog-filter. When it comes to these young black professional women, f**k boys need not apply. Lay your edges and snatch some too, every week with your resident experts on getting ghosted, balling & brunching on a budget and surviving the workplace with a wash-n-go. They may get their edges ruffled but it’s nothing a little edge control can’t fix.
*Trigger Warning: Brief talks of suicide occur between 6:12 - 8:50
So Anxiousss...Ginuwine voice
In honor of the end of Mental Health Awareness Month, Bree and Ariele take a look at how the perception of mental health issues has changed throughout generations, particularly in the black community. PLUS, Bree and Briana get an impromptu concert...
Bree and Ariele are steppin' in to 28 like self-care savages. The ladies map out their inward glow-ups for t-minus two years to 30 (yikes!). They also applaud Queen Bey's record breaking, life changing Coachella performance. PLUS, watch your drink at the bar around Bree...
Bree and Ariele sign off for the year with a hilarious Thanksgiving story and all the reasons they're thankful for the pod. Thanks to all of our listeners and supporters for an amazing first year. We'll be riiight back in 2018!
But hey, parents are people too, right?
This week, Bree and Ariele discuss transitioning from a parent-child relationship to a parent - ADULT child relationship with their folks. Also, the ladies weigh in on beauty standards for black women in light of the stories surrounding Lupita Nyong'o, an unlucky J Crew model, and a Dallas news anchor named Demetria Obilor. PLUS, Edge Control is psyched for the holidays!
Bree and Ariele take a stroll down memory lane and my, how they've grown! The ladies also discuss Meek Mill's recent sentencing and the various celebrities caping for him. PLUS, Bree gives us a hilarious recap of the play adaptation of the black-classic "Two Can Play That Game".
Bree and Ariele chime in on the #metoo movement and discuss their personal experiences with sexual harassment. The ladies also rejoice over the casting for the upcoming Lion King live action film.
Bree and Briana tackle unconditional love and why going through struggle love to get your "prince charming" might not be worth it. They also discuss Tyrese's latest antics and Tina Campbell's cancelled tour. PLUS, Briana bids adieu to her hosting duties and leaves us with an embarrassing blast from the past.
This week, Bree and Briana discuss whether it is better to live with caution or just say "YOLO" to life. PLUS, Bree has a tense moment in a doctor's office waiting room.
Bree and Briana discuss the seemingly necessary evil that is Social Media and explore ways to stay informed and entertained that don't require constant scrolling. PLUS, the girls have had it with people who don't know how to use TACT (we're lookin' at you Amanda Seales).
This week, Ariele and Bree take a deep dive into their deal-breakers. The ladies let us know what they won't tolerate in a relationship, friendship, or at the workplace. PLUS, Bree takes a not-so-wild ride at Universal Studios.
This week, Bree and Ariele give you the whole truth and nothing but the truth about being honest with your friends even when it's difficult. PLUS, the ladies read #45 for his tweets about ball players who would dare #takeaknee or skip a visit to the White House.
This week, Bree and Ariele reflect on some of their boldest choices when it comes to self-expression and self-image. PLUS, we get a rarely heard Only Me, Only AP, as Ariele meets an interesting character on an epic hunt for her phone.
This episode, Bree and Ariele talk embracing their Season of Single while constantly assaulted with "relationship goals" via social media. PLUS, Bree shares a dating faux pas that actually could've gone A LOT worse...still embarrassing though lol
This week, Ariele is joined by Briana - the podcast's producer - to dish about the fear and anxiety that comes with stepping out of your comfort zone. On the heels of a situation that tested the whole team's limits, the girls reflect on their coping mechanisms, or lack thereof, and how they deal! PLUS, learn what happens when swag surfing goes wrong...
Bree and Ariele extend the Charlottesville conversation, going beyond the fateful day's events to answer the questions we've been left with. How can white people help in the struggle? Whose responsibility is it to educate well-meaning white folk? And black Trump supporters - how y'all feelin' now??
Bree and Ariele weigh in on Black Women Equal Pay Day and discuss their attempts at shrinking the wage gap for themselves. PLUS, is there a problem with the #blackgirlmagic movement??
Bree and Ariele share their strategies for navigating the quarter-life crisis (yes, that IS a thing!) PLUS, the girls ask Usher "What is you doin' behhbehh???"
Bree and Ariele share their tips and tricks in the realms of health and beauty. PLUS, Bree gives a gangbanger directions...
Bree and Ariele go in on Kodak Black and discuss the ugliness that is colorism. PLUS, our lovely hosts kindly ask the Migos and other mumbling men to SPEAK UP!!
In a heavier episode this week, Bree and Ariele discuss their reactions to the heartbreaking verdict in the Philando Castile case and vent their frustrations with the country's justice system.
Bree and Ariele discuss the MISSeducation epidemic among their generation and debate the pros and cons of experience over education. PLUS, learn how to identify the "Auntie Jackie" in your family and if she sings off pitch.
Bree and Ariele are back from vacay and taking on the other four-letter “F word,” FEAR. Listen as the ladies discuss what scares them most about their careers and falling in love. PLUS, sugar babies be warned, the girls are comin’ for your edges!
Ariele! Bree! Briana! Arianne! These forces combined create...ABBA!!
Our hosts are joined by their best friends of over 13 years to hilariously answer questions from a hat. They cover it all - from relationship goals to Taye Diggs' cheeks to how funky they would get for $10,000. PLUS, find out what text etiquette violations will get you BLOCKED.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Bree and Ariele discuss the historical factors that presently affect black people's relationship with mental wellness. PLUS the "'CDs, DVDs, Socks!' Man" comes for Bree's edges.
Bree and Ariele weigh in on the tips, tricks, and trends for the fast approaching Summah, Summah, Summah time! PLUS, learn a major DON’T when it comes to dating these ladies.
Ariele, Bree, and friends dish on the unwritten rules of dating - mainly, who should PAY UP when you GO OUT. PLUS, Bree gets a call from her long lost cousin Marquise...
Bree and Ariele discuss sex at work and unleashing your inner GIRLBOSS in the face of misogyny. PLUS, Bree encounters a ghost of EX-mas past at Subway... . . . Check out the Manterruption App: Woman Interrupted https://appsto.re/i67z7Lz
Bree and Ariele tell all -- their producer, Briana, puts the ladies in the hot seat and covers their biggest fears, favorite songs, pet peeves and more. PLUS they weigh in on the great hair debate surrounding Shea Moisture's latest ad campaign.
Bree and Ariele show you how to "NET-work it" and elevate your schmoozing game. PLUS, on which date is it ok to finally hold your dude's gun (literally)?!?
Bree and Ariele aren't here for the meme wisdom and just may upset the meme-gods. PLUS, learn how to survive a grocery store brawl...
This week, special friend of Edge Control, Freddy P, joins the show to give "the real" from a man's perspective on interracial dating, women's body image, making matches online and much, much more.
Ariele and Bree discuss climbing the corporate ladder in a pair of 6in heels. PLUS, Only Me is all hands on deck and wrists limp.
Bree and Ariele discuss the great debate -- team natural/no make up or team face beat/floor length weaves. PLUS how to keep up with all the youngsters new tunes from Khalid to The Internet to Lil Yachty.
Bree and Ariele talk travel and the priceless experiences they’ve gained on their journeys abroad. PLUS, Bree has a fly new roommate…
Bree and Ariele talk diets, self-love, and what motivates them to be the best versions of themselves. PLUS, our favorite "transblack" friend has a new name.
Bree and Ariele discuss the horror hit Get Out and explore the dynamics of gender roles in the black films nominated for Best Picture at the Oscars.
Bree and Ariele discuss #HurtBae and how to wield your womanly power. PLUS, we find out why Bree is the “best hugger”...
Bree and Ariele discuss their battles with imposter syndrome and their biggest gym pet peeves. PLUS, Ariele has a way with the silver foxes.
Bree and Ariele talk Trump’s comments on Black History Month and race relations. PLUS, the only thing worse than snakes on a plane is FEET!
Bree and Ariele give you the top 3 signs you’re in a situationship. PLUS, the ladies celebrate the GOAT Serena Williams.
Bree and Ariele discuss the most important thing at the Trump inauguration: Michelle Obama's life-giving facial expressions. PLUS, the ladies jump into how they deal with the fear of facing the unknown.