Join stars Angela Yee (Lip Service, The Breakfast Club), Francheska (The Friend Zone, YouTube “Hey Fran Hey”) and Tatiana King-Jones (Fan Bros) for an in depth discussion on being an African-American woman in media and the wider work force.  

Each week the ladies of Loud Speakers will share tips and insights on how to get the most out of life when it comes to work, friendship, health and love. #LiveColorFull

Topics discussed  this episode include:

* Angela explains the importance of networking and internships
* Angela’s trick for negotiating a better salary and how to ask for a raise, a skill many women struggle with
* Fran and Tatiana talk about tips for success in the digital age
* Fran’s tip to grow your team overnight without spending a dime
* Plus, a story you've gotta hear about how Jay Z stressed Angela out before a big job interview. 

Color Full Lives is a Loud Speakers Studios production. 
Producer: Matt Raz
Executive Producer Chris Morrow:
Editor and Engineer: Dwayne Crawford

S1, E1: Meet the Hosts

Angela Yee (The Breakfast Club, Lip Service), Fran (HeyFranHey, The Friend Zone) and Tatiana King-Jones (Fan Bros) are back to bring you more Color Full Lives. Hear Angela and Tatiana talk all about their time down in New Orleans for Essence 2016 and the gems dropped by our special guests. Bilal talked to us all about his Prince tribute at the BET Awards and we had Tank tell us about his new artist Siya on WeTV’s Sisterhood of Hip-Hop. 

The ladies of Loud Speakers talk about social media do’s and don’ts like how memes are actually good for your brand and what you should and shouldn’t put online. Also, is it better to be independent or sign to a major in 2016? Angela, Fran and Tatiana break down some of the best tools for independent artists and content creators to get their work out and get paid. Fran talks about the wake-up call that made her start watching her money closer. Tatiana suggests tool to make money management easier and to organize all your expenses. 

Plus, we hear from the Color Full Lives listeners about their favorite parts of Essence 2016. 


S1, E2: Essence and Empowerment

The ladies of Loud Speakers talk about dating, relationships and what they look for in a significant other. We also touch on touchy subjects like when you should ask your significant other about their credit score, dating older versus dating younger and what time is "right" to have kids. 

Plus, how to navigate meeting with business partners of the opposite sex, dating co-workers and which famous couples are our #RelationshipGoals.

Make sure to use the hashtag #LiveColorFull to let us know what you think of the show and to answer our question of the week: would you rather date a "dad" or a "son"? 

S1, E3: #Blessed and Unbothered

We talk about how Google, Twitter and other tech giants looking to change their complexion and how they’re going about doing that. We also talk about the lack of opportunities for women of color in technology and how to invest in yourself and build the skillset to carve out your own lane and get ahead.

Talking points: 
- Learning to code back in the Myspace days
- What google is doing to aid in their hiring efforts
- How Angela’s not a techie at all yet her brother’s the complete opposite
- The opportunities that were available for women/women of color in tech then versus now
- Can you really control what information comes up about you on Google?
- Black girls code
- Angela Yee, Fran and Tatiana talk about the lack of diversity in technology and the ways in which the complexion of Silicon Valley is finally beginning to change. 
-We also break down how you can use technology to get ahead in business and in life. 
- HBCUs versus PWIs
- Where we went to college and why
- When it is and isn't appropriate to use certain emojis
- How a guidance counselor (and of course, tech) changed the course of Tatiana's life

S1, E4: Diversity in Tech

On this episode of Color Full Lives, we talk about the ways you can see the world without killing your bank account. 
We discuss where we see ourselves settling down some day
the best times of year to go away
the importance of frequent flier miles
hotels versus hostels versus timeshares versus airbnb
we discuss our ideal travel companions
the most romantic places to go with your boo 
advice for learning a new language 
And we talk about our travel “bucket lists”

S1, E5: Girls Run The World

CFL 6: Health Is Wealth!

Angela, Fran and Tatiana talk health, wellness and finding the proper balance in your life.

Topics discussed include:

Taking your health seriously
Setting boundaries
Are naps good or bad? 
The importance of nutrition, fitness and getting enough sleep!

S1, E6: Health is Wealth

The ladies talk about self. Self esteem, self image, self confidence and self care. Representation matters – discussion about how important it is to see people that look like you in prominent roles – in the media, politics, tech, sports and everywhere else.

S1, E7: I Love My SELF!

On the final episode of our limited series, Angela Yee, Fran and Tatiana King Jones answer questions from you, the Color Full Lives listeners.

S1, E8: Paying It Forward

Color Full Lives is back by popular demand to celebrate Black History Month! Listen to Angela Yee, HeyFranHey and Tatiana King Jones update listeners on what they've been up to and the goals and resolutions they've set for the new year.
Let us know what goals you've set for yourself and how you're progressing with the hashtag #LiveColorFull.

S2, E1: New Year, New You

In 2016, we got to see more Black women winning than ever before. In this ep, Angela Yee, HeyFranHey and Tatiana King Jones talk about what Black Girl Magic means to them, and celebrate some of the unsung heroes who inspire them.

S2, E2: Black Girl Magic

You asked and we answered -- Angela Yee, HeyFranHey and Tatiana King Jones take your questions about life, love and taking your career to the next level on the latest episode of Color Full Lives. Celebrate #WomensHistoryMonth with us and don't forget to #LiveColorFull!

S2, E3: Q&A

In this season premiere episode, Angela Yee & Aminatou Sow talk all about goal setting, following through and the importance of keeping yourself accountable. Plus, Gaby Dunn (@gabydunn) joins us to drop gems she’s learned from two seasons of her podcast, Bad With Money.

Join in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #LiveColorFull. And you can always leave a message or a text at our Color Full Life-line by calling(646) 580-0576 or e-mail ColorFullLivespod@gmail.com. 

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull next Wednesday, February 7th to see our first Color full Lives video profile, featuring Angela Yee’s Juices for Life. 

Hosts: @Aminatou & @AngelaYee
Producer: @mattRAZ
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford 

Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S3, E1: Accountability Partners (with Gaby Dunn)

This time around we’re talking all about relationship finances – that means deciding whether to share or split finances with your spouse, the questions you need to ask your partner, and ways to help track and manage household spending. Plus, we get into the most important relationship of them all: you and your money. This episode also features a conversation with two experts in love and money, Talaat and Tai McNeely from the His & Her Money blog and podcast, who wrote the book on how to talk about money with your significant other. 

Join in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #LiveColorFull. And you can always leave a message or a text at our Color Full Life-line by calling(646) 580-0576 or e-mail ColorFullLivespod@gmail.com.
Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull next Wednesday, February 21st to see our next Color Full Lives video profile, featuring Amina Daniels’ Live Cycle Delight.
Hosts: @Aminatou & @AngelaYee
Producer: @mattRAZ
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S3, E2: Relationship Finances (with His & Her Money)

Get your mind, body and wallet right with this financial workout. We’ll talk about eating right (and eating well) on a budget. Why a proper sleep schedule is your friend, not your enemy. And forget about shedding pounds, we’re gonna whip you into shape and tell you how to shed debt. 

Join in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #LiveColorFull. And you can always leave a message or a text at our Color Full Life-line by calling (646) 580-0576 or e-mail ColorFullLivespod@gmail.com. 

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full Lives video profiles, including Angela Yee’s Juices for Life and Amina Daniel’s Live Cycle Delight. 

Hosts: @Aminatou & @AngelaYee 
Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford 

Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S3, E3: Get Fit! Physical and Financial Fitness (with Amina Daniels)

This time we’re talking all about education, empowerment and exploration. We discuss how traveling, conferences, networking and higher education can help you become more well-rounded. 

Our guest is Melissa Butler, founder of The Lip Bar, who has made it her mission to try and reinvented the beauty standard. 

Join in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #LiveColorFull. And you can always leave a message or a text at our Color Full Life-line by calling (646) 580-0576 or e-mail ColorFullLivespod@gmail.com.

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full Lives video profiles, including Angela Yee’s Juices for Life and Amina Daniel’s Live Cycle Delight.

Hosts: @Aminatou & @AngelaYee 
Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Guest: Melissa Butler @TheLipBar
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S3, E4: The Three Es (with Melissa Butler)

This time around, we’re talking all about: how you can find your side-hustle and take it to the next level, we break down how to do a SWOT analysis and some words of wisdom for all the freelancers out there. 

Plus, a conversation with former NBA publicist turned “Chief Encourager,” Ahiyana Angel of the Switch, Pivot or Quit podcast.

Join in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #LiveColorFull.

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full Lives video profiles, including Aminatou Sow, Melissa Butler’s The Lip Bar, Amina Daniel’s Live Cycle Delight and Angela Yee’s Juices for Life.

Hosts: @Aminatou & @AngelaYee 
Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Guest: Ahyiana Angel
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S3, E5: Self-Employment and Side Hustles (with Ahyiana Angel)

In the last episode of our limited series, we talk to not one, not two, but three financial experts. Angela and Amina discuss epiphanies they've had and things they've learned about money management from the season and throughout our lives. And of course, we had to touch base for one last accountability check-in. 

Our first guest is millennial money expert, Tonya Rapley. She speaks to us about financial abuse, how to avoid spending triggers and how she planned a budget-friendly destination wedding. 

Then we talk to the guys from Paychecks & Balances. You've gotta hear Marcus's story of how he got into and out of $30,000 of debt. 

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full Lives video profiles, including Angela Yee’s Juices for Life, Amina Daniel’s Live Cycle Delight, Melissa Butler's The Lip Bar and Tonya Rapley's My Fab Finance.

Hosts: @Aminatou & @AngelaYee 
Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Guest: Tonya Rapley @MyFabFinance and Marcus Garrett & Rich Jones @PayBalances
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S3, E6: What We've Learned (with Tonya Rapley @MyFabFinance and Paychecks & Balances)

The $hmoney Team is back! In the Season 4 premiere, Aminatou Sow, Angela Yee, and new co-host, millennial money expert, Tonya Rapley, help you wrap your head around preparing for the next big money move — whether that’s buying a house, paying for education, or stacking for retirement.

Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646)580-0576.

Hosts: @Aminatou, @AngelaYee, @MyFabFinance
Executive Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S4, E1: Are You Ready? How to Plan for Major Milestones

This time around, we're calling all the freelancers and small business owners out there. In this episode, the Shmoney Team breaks down business liabilities and taxes. Plus, we try to help you find some free money with some of the top grants for Women of Color. All that, plus an interview with YourMoneyWorth's Melisa Boutin. 

Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646) 580-0576.

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full profiles.

Hosts: @Aminatou, @AngelaYee, @MyFabFinance
Executive Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S4, E2: Assets & Liabilities (with Melisa Boutin)

In this week’s episode, we're getting into money problems, tracking spending and small financial actions you can take that make a big impact. Plus, an interview with Julien and Kiersten of rich & REGULAR.

Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646) 580-0576. If we use your question on an upcoming episode, we’ll send you a signed copy of Tonya Rapley’s The Money Manual. 

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full profiles.

Hosts: @Aminatou, @AngelaYee, @MyFabFinance
Executive Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S4, E3: Money Problems (with @richandREGULAR)

This time around, we’re getting into topics including building and protecting your credit, the different kinds of insurance policies you should consider and more. Plus, Jamilia Souffrant of Journey To Launch joins us for an exclusive interview.

 

Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646) 580-0576. If we use your question on an upcoming episode, we’ll send you a signed copy of Tonya Rapley’s The Money Manual.

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full profiles.

Hosts: @Aminatou, @AngelaYee, @MyFabFinance
Executive Producer: @mattRAZ 
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S4, E4: Building & Protecting Credit (with @JourneyToLaunch)

Talking finances with your significant other can be tricky. In this week’s episode, get tips to talk money with your honey! Also, an exclusive interview with Marsha Barnes of The Finance Bar.
 
Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646) 580-0576. If we use your question on an upcoming episode, we’ll send you a signed copy of Tonya Rapley’s The Money Manual.
Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full profiles.

Hosts: @Aminatou, @AngelaYee, @MyFabFinance 
Executive Producer: @mattRAZ  
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford 
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S4, E5: Relationship Finances (with Marsha Barnes)

In this week’s episode, we’re breaking down how to navigate office politics, mentorships, and how to negotiate a raise. Plus, an exclusive interview with the Frugal Feminista who gives us advice you won’t want to miss. Check it out!
 
Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646) 580-0576. If we use your question on an upcoming episode, we’ll send you a signed copy of Tonya Rapley’s The Money Manual.  

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full profiles.

Hosts: @Aminatou, @AngelaYee, @MyFabFinance  
Executive Producer: @mattRAZ   
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford  
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S4, E6: Climbing the Corporate Ladder (with @FrugalFeminista)

The time around, we’re getting into the ways you can protect the people, places, and things that you love. Like a good neighbor, the Shmoney Team is here to help. That’s right — we’re on a mission to make insurance less intimidating, by helping to explain common terms, bust prevalent myths, and demystify insurance, all with the help of a State Farm insurance agent — Victoria Anderson. 

Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646) 580-0576. If we use your question on an upcoming episode, we’ll send you a signed copy of Tonya Rapley’s The Money Manual.

S4, E7: How to Protect Who and What You Love (with State Farm Agent Victoria Anderson)

The Color Full Lives Season 4 finale is packed full of tips, tricks and answers to your questions! Listen now to hear what the Schmoney Team, Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow, and Millennial Money Expert Tonya Rapley, have to say about balling on a budget, dressing for success and micro changes to lifestyle. Plus, tech pioneer and founder of the New ME accelerator Angela Benton gives some tips on how to make the perfect pitch.

Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull, email us at ColorFullLivesPod@gmail.com or call our Color Full Life-line at (646) 580-0576. If we use your question on an upcoming episode, we’ll send you a signed copy of Tonya Rapley’s The Money Manual.

Don’t forget to visit statefarm.com/LiveColorFull to see our Color Full profiles.

Hosts: @Aminatou, @AngelaYee, @MyFabFinance  
Executive Producer: @mattRAZ   
Editor & Engineer: Dwayne Crawford  
Presented by: State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company

S4, E8: Get Your Life (with Angela Benton)

Are you struggling to pay off your credit cards? Looking for ways to improve your credit score? Color Full Lives hosts Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow and Tonya Rapley discuss all of that and more during episode 1. #LiveColorFull

S5, E1: Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting into Debt | State Farm® (with Dasarte Yarnway)

Money and matrimony don’t always mix. In episode 2 of Color Full Lives, hosts Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow, Tonya Rapley and special guest, Tommy & Codie Oliver, take a deep dive into “Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Married.” #LiveColorFull

S5, E2: Things I Wish I Knew Before Getting Married | State Farm® (with Tommy & Codie Oliver)

Buying a new home,fixing one up or even redecorating can come with a hefty price tag. Color Full Lives hosts Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow, Tonya Rapley, and special guest, Rasheeda Gray, are here to help you navigate those experiences during Episode 3. #LiveColorFull

S5, E3: Things I Wish I Knew Before Home Renovations | State Farm® (with Rasheeda Gray)

When you’re out of town, rental cars, air fare and hotels can be costly expenses. In Episode 4 of Color Full Lives, hosts Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow, Tonya Rapley and special guest, Jessica Nabongo, offer tips to help you save money with “Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling.” #LiveColorFull

S5, E4: Things I Wish I Knew Before Traveling | State Farm® (with Jessica Nabongo)

Children are a blessing, but they demand your time, attention and money. In episode 5 of Color Full Lives, hosts Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow, Tonya Rapley, and special guest, Yahya Smith, offer up a money lesson on “Things I Wish I Knew Before Having Kids.” #LiveColorFull

S5, E5: Things I Wish I Knew Before Having Kids | State Farm® (with Yahya Smith)

It’s time to get your business off the ground! For the Season 5 finale of Color Full Lives, hosts Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow, Tonya Rapley and special guest, Amina Daniels, help you tap into your entrepreneurial spirit with “Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Business.” #LiveColorFull

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S5, E6: Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting a Business | State Farm® (with Amina Daniels)

Color Full Lives, presented by State Farm®, is back for a fifth season! Hosts Angela Yee, Aminatou Sow and Tonya Rapley are discussing how to manage your finances during major life events, such as getting married, renovating a home, having children and starting a business. 

This season we’re introducing two all-new segments: Ask an Agent and Money Meditation. Tune in to episodes here every Wednesday until November 6th, and also watch on the State Farm YouTube channel, to up your IQ and start living your best life! Join in the conversation on social with #LiveColorFull

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