Social commentator and writer, interested in engaging discussions with friends ranging from politics, entertainment, fashion, health & wellness and more!
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Known in and out of New York as the Jazzy R&B Duo, Acute Inflections joins me to talk about how the met, fell in love, and through music found a deeper connection performing together.Perpetually on the road they talk about a fond performance in Philly, performing What a Day a Difference Makes in with a reggae twist, "No Ordinary Love" by Sade being…
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From Türkiye to Vietnam, Anthony shares his journey teaching English abroad, the differences between countries, being part of the LGBTQ+ abroad, and his life lessons that brought him to his present life.Fancy Face
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Zines artist, Tori Holder, talks to me about her Tumblr beginnings as well as drawing from the mundane everyday experience to create her zines.She also talks about artists, relationships, and even a NYC trip that have inspired more of her art.We have a lively discussion between artists as to the reasons for inserting oneself into their art.To check…
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In my return podcast, I've invited back series guest Aaron to talk about the events that have led up to the Election race. We're days away and he talks about what he thought about Vice President Harris taking over for President Biden, the assassination attempt on Former President Trump, his VP pick JD Vance, the role that social media (and the medi…
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On this episode I ask Bianca her take on recent headlines from the sky, the man who was masterbating next to a female passenger, the pilot who showed up to the cockpit drunk, unruly passengers with mask mandates, and the plane that crashed in China.She also shares her own tales from the sky and offers a MAJOR don't for passengers with flight attend…
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Episode 108: Brooklyn Shooter & The Emasculation of Men with Jara
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Jara's back to discuss the Brooklyn shooter that shot at morning commuters on the N train, last week, after detonating smoke devices. Living in post 9/11 New York City, we discuss the trauma events like that can spark for New Yorkers.As the mass shootings in the US continue to be a daily occurrence, we talk about sensible gun laws as well as the mo…
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Tiffany has created an activity book for all ages, titled Hues of Africa: Journey Between the Lines. With her extensive research and her personal travel stories, she's put together a book that educates her audience on all things Africa. Places, sights to see, culture, and more she showcases the many colors of Africa.On this episode, she talks about…
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We may think it but we're not exactly in a post-pandemic world just yet. Adalia from Picky Girl Travels joins me in discussing the chaos in Hong Kong, her experiences with Covid19 in Mexico, my experiences in Thailand as well as the latest strain that has hit the UK.Plus I pose the question, are governments using the pandemic and fear mongering or …
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Aaron's back to discuss Ukraine and Russia's Invasion.We talk about Crimea, the brutal attacks against Ukraine, how they changed the laws for Putin to be president again, as well as what his motives are and his endgame.We also discuss Nato, the US's role, sanctions, the potential of World War 3, and keeping an eye on the other big threat China.With…
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Host of the Brownstone Podcast, Jara joins this episode to talk about unhealthy and healthy relationships. We discuss having an unhealthy relationship with ourselves, men, work, and more. She also shares her growth, discovery and the journey of self-reflection that she has been on.For more information on the Brownstone Podcast, click the Instagram …
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Episode 103: Critical Race Theory with Aaron
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Recently, former Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice said, "I would like Black kids to be completely empowered, to know that they are beautiful in their Blackness, but in order to do that I don’t have to make White kids feel bad for being White." So I asked, High school US History teacher Aaron to talk about Critical Race Theory.We talk about what…
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Episode 102: Real Housewives of Beverly Hills Season 11 with Jeri
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Huge Bravo fan and Real Housewives aficionado, Jeri, joins me to talk about the very controversial and eye-opening 11th season of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. We talk about Crystal's addition to the show and Tahoe incident with Sutton. We also talk about Lisa Rinna's behavior, Dorit, Kathy Hilton's humor, and standing behind Garcelle (even whe…
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Los Angeles based artist ROYCE shares his latest 6 track, EP titled "A Seat at the Table." We talk about the loss of his father, from a heart attack, which inspired the title track for his EP. As most his artists he coped with grief through writing and penned the somber track. He also shares writing and recording during the pandemic. The protests i…
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Episode 100: Favorite Life Moments & Worst Jobs with Monique
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From preteens and high school to adulthood and beyond, Monique and I have been close friends forever. For my 100th episode, I asked her to turn the table on me, by asking me any question she wanted.She asked me about being single, whether I wanted kids, my favorite childhood moment, worst job, and favorite memory with her. She also opens up about f…
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Episode 99: Healing Trauma & Reparenting with Lisa
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After 6 weeks in India, Lisa returned to the States a certified yoga instructor and then the pandemic happened... Now she shares what she's learned during her emotional discoveries.We also talk about how people can lean into meditation and yoga to heal trauma. She breaks down the difference between "Big T" trauma and "Little t" trauma. As she opens…
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The FreeBritney movement worked and her dad has been taken off as her conservator, so fellow fan and someone who works in Mental Health Services, Elodie joins me in discussing Britney Spears.We also talk about the infamous 2007 MTV VMA performance, the 2008 breakdown, and the start of the conservatorship. Plus did the music industry play a role in …
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The host of Picky Girl Travels the World Podcast, Adalia, talks about her move from Texas to Mexico City. I ask her why she left the US behind and she opens up about the quality of life. Adalia explains the differences in visas, from tourist, residential, and a work visa. Although she has lived in Kuwait, China, and Honduras, she loves her life in …
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Episode 96: MTV Turns 40, Aaliyah's Music, Drake vs Kanye, & Nicki's Twitter Mess with Tanner
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MTV just celebrated 40 years of broadcasting. I wanted to ask artist and musician Tanner, what he thinks of the milestone, where MTV started and what it has grown to become. As fans of Aaliyah, we talk about her impact and the availability of her music on streaming platforms. Drake vs Kanye West. I ask Tanner who he prefers more and which album was…
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From New Orleans, Paul talks to me about how the city has survived Hurricane Ida and losing power for a week. He was fortunate enough to flee the city to Atlanta with friends, but what does he think about the future of climate change, and hurricane seasons, in his beloved hometown? He also talks about Covid19 and the existential state of his future…
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Episode 94: A Year of Rupaul's Drag Race with Steve
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With the conclusion of Drag Race All Stars 6, Steve and I finally thought it was time to do a recap of all of 2021's Drag Race shows, including US, UK, Down Under, All Stars 6, as well as Holland and España. What do we think about the shows that Rupaul doesn't host? Who are some of our favorite queens and moments from the year? Plus the 'game withi…
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As a Master Trainer at Boss Chick Dance Workout, Danielle, promotes a fun, vibrant, safe, and inclusive experience for women, transwomen, and those who self-identify as females. She talks about her humble beginnings dancing in church in Maryland and then as an adult finding a dance team while studying in New York, and eventually finding BCDW. I als…
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A complete breakdown of everything Afghanistan, provided by Aaron. He goes into who the Taliban is, Bush's role in the country post 9-11, what should've happened after Osama was killed during Obama's Administration, Trump's role, and what's currently happening in Kabul and Biden's response. There's a lot of history and Aaron effortlessly provides i…
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Episode 91: Teaching English Abroad with Anthony
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Nearly a year later, Anthony talks about moving to Turkey to teach English. His travels began in the Peace Corps in Lesotho. Due to the pandemic, everyone in about 61 countries were sent back to their home country (including him). After being back in the US, last year he moved to Istanbul to teach English.We swap stories about teaching English as a…
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Serving us Black Girl Magic, Samara (blogger of Styled Chic) shares how she started her Lifestyle blog and her journey from using relaxers to cutting it all off and rocking the natural look. She also talks about finding inspiration from her mom to start juicing plus delicious dishes like her Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Skillet.We also talk about tra…
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Born and raised in South Africa, Storme has found love and life, working in Taiwan. She talks about ending a relationship before she arrived, dating, and eventually falling in love with her now Taiwanese husband, Brian. Finding love in a foreign place can have its cultural and language challenges and I ask Storme about what some of those were plus …
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Episode 88: Canceled or Not Canceled with Monique
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Canceled or not canceled? I ask Monique her thoughts on several people and things in the news this summer. Should these people/things be canceled or not? We talk about Bill Cosby being released and Phylicia Rashad's supportive (later deleted) tweet. Did the Olympics make the right call with Sha'carri Richardson? Plus the pressure Simone Biles (and …
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Episode 87: Meditation & Stillness with Briana
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From Houston to New York to New Zealand back home to Houston, Briana opens up about her journey finding meditation and applying it to herself and her relationships with family, friends, spouses, and the community.Now she offers classes (in person in Houston) and online with In Free and Flow, a new donation based yoga exploration for self reflection…
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Episode 86: Biden's Administration, Police Reform, Vaccine Rollout, & Gun Laws with Aaron
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With George Floyd's family recently in the White House, I ask Aaron has President Biden and his administration done enough for police reform, police brutality, and Black Lives Matter?We also talk about Biden's Covid19 vaccine rollout. Has he done a good job for Americans? With another mass shooting, this time in San Jose, what can his administratio…
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Episode 85: Maskless US, Germany in Lockdown, Devastated India, & Covid Strikes Taiwan with Steve
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Steve joins me to talk about four countries taking different steps with Covid19. In America they've gone maskless for fully vaccinated people, according to the CDC and President Biden. We talk about having to trust people who claim to be vaccinated when they aren't. Plus what should business owners do? Meanwhile Germany is still under lockdown with…
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From Florida and living in Taipei, Tanner from The Co-Pilots talks about working on his fourth album "Pacific Echo" and his first single "Acid Rain." His debut album was in 2012, at the age of 17. His new album is a reflection on his move to Taiwan and his life there for nearly three years. He also opens up about meeting, collaborating, and perform…
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Episode 83: Aloha with Nerine
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Nerine joins me to share her aloha. She opens up about how the pandemic has affected her and the tourist industry in Hawaii. She also talks about her favorite places on Oahu and the Big Island, and a recent trip she took to Bora Bora. As she's about to turn 30, she talks about what lessons she's learned, regrets she's had, and all about her 20s.…
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Mai and her friend Nathalie share their stories of getting breast implants and why they ultimately removed them. They both talk about insecurities. Mai, felt like she was "flat chested" and looked like a boy and got implants to feel less insecure. After having two children Nathalie wanted to boost her self esteem so she didn't have a "mom bod."Mai …
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Episode 81: Covid19 A Year Later, Germany & The European Union with Steve
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From Germany, Steve shares what his experience has been in Frankfurt with the recent Covid19 lockdown plus his year of working from home. What does he think about the vaccine rollout in the European Union and when does he think life will get back to "normal?"Fancy Face
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Episode 80: A Year of Distance Learning with Aaron
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As a teacher and a parent, Aaron shares his unique perspective on the year of Distance Learning that most of America has been dealing with. In his school district in California, he's been teaching virtually since after Spring Break March 2020.As a parent of a son in elementary school and a nephew (who lives with his family) in high school, he share…
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Travel blogger Tiffany of Sweet Tiffy's Inspirations joins this travel-related episode. We talk about the recent Indonesia plane crash , turbulence, and she shares a few tips on how to handle travel anxiety.We also talk about the recent attack from a passenger on a Spirit airlines gate agent over baggage fees. Are passengers becoming more and more …
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Episode 78: Democrats Take the Senate & Trump Supporters Take Capitol Hill with Paul
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From New Orleans, Paul and I discuss the Georgia state run offs, Ossoff, Warnock, and the Democrats' victory of the Senate. I also ask his opinion on a number of political figures including, Pelosi, AOC, Stacy Abrams, Josh Hawley, Mitch Mcconnell, Ted Cruz, and Giuliani.While we knew Biden was the clear winner and that the election wasn't rigged, w…
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Episode 77: 2020 Reflections, Personal, Presidential, and the Pandemic with Kara
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Two Americans living in Taiwan, this week's guest Kara opens up about her personal reflections on 2020. How does she rate the year? What was her biggest triumph with personal growth? And how she fell in love with Taiwan during the pandemic.Plus we reflect on Covid19, Taiwan's early and continued response to the pandemic that has affected the world.…
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Episode 76: Picky Girl Travels the World with Adalia
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From Picky Girl Travels the World, Adalia shares her year in travels. Earlier this year she embarked on a 10 city tour in Europe just as Covid19 started to spread and flights were canceled. She made her way back to China, where she was living, and has since moved to Mexico City. We discuss being Black abroad and the importance of representation wit…
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Episode 75: 2020 Music Review with Chris Cali
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A rough year for the world but a great year for music. Chris Cali joins me in talking about Lady Gaga's "Chromatica" Jessie Ware's "What's Your Pleasure?" and his Top 5 albums of 2020 (plus some honorable mentions). He's also watched several of the Verzuz "battles" this year and shares his favorite. As part of the lambily, we talk about Mariah Care…
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From Germany, Steve shares his opinion on watching the US Presidential election from afar. As Joe Biden/Kamala Harris are announced the winner, does he think that the strained relationship between Germany and the US will be better under a Biden administration? We also talk about getting rid of the Electoral College.On his side of the world he share…
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Kim and I share stories of our experiences living in Taiwan. We talk about traveling around the island, paragliding in New Taipei, hiking trails and blue water in Hualien, Kaohsiung, Hsinchu, and more. We talk about the culture, the people, our pet peeves, best nights, and the socio-economic status of Taiwan. Lastly we have a discussion about Taiwa…
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Mariah Carey celebrates 30 years in the music industry releasing her "The Rarities" album with never before heard songs from the vault, as well as her "Live at the Tokyo Dome" album. Fellow fan and part of the Lambily, Brittney shares some of her favorite Mariah moments. We also discuss past albums and personal moments we've both had because of Mar…
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Episode 71: RBG, Supreme Court, and Covid19 Strikes the White House with Aaron
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg's legacy and death and the Supreme Court's vulnerable position. Should we cancel Halloween or let kids run around during the pandemic? Plus the White House is hit with Covid19. What does Aaron think about all of these recent headlines? He joins in this episode to give his opinions on these topics.…
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Back for Part Two, best friends living together in Hawaii, Brittney and Nerine share good dates with me. Nerine's is international, Brittney's is spontaneous, and I share a 4th of July date. I also open about that date/guy didn't work out in the end. We each share our dealbreakers when it comes to pet peeves or things we just can't handle in a date…
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Adalia, from Picky Girl Travels the World, shares her difficult journey out of China to Mexico. We also talk about our distrust for the airline industry when it comes to cleanliness of the planes and security lines. What should change about the way we travel and will the airlines take responsibility? Should people sacrifice the holiday season?Check…
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World travel blogger Tiffany, joins the show to talk about what life is like as a traveler post Covid19. The pandemic has shaped up and forced us all to re-evaluate our lives, and we talk about what the isolation means and the travel blues. Tiffany gives me some insight into her last trip in January to Ghana and where she wants to go next. I share …
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Steve and I recap Rupaul's Drag Race All Stars Season 5. He tells me who he thinks the weakest drag queen was and the strongest. We also talk about the Snatch Game, the lip sync assassins, the producers, the challenges, and the final three queens; Miz Cracker, Jujubee, and Shea Couleé.Fancy Face
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Aaron opens up about being a Black man in America and having an interracial relationship and mixed kids.Fancy Face
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From Honolulu, besties and roommates Brittney and Nerine open about their single lives. I ask the ladies what physically turns them on about men. We also talk about dating during quarantine plus each of the roommies shares a bad date story. Brittney with a controlling first date and Nerine with a bad attitude guy. We also laugh about dick pics and …
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Jillian joins me in a discussion about her home country South Africa. She gives me a brief history lesson on how colonialism started in South Africa. We also talk about the murders during apartheid.I also ask her about how South African's economy was before Covid19 and how South Africa is being impacted now because of the virus.…
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