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Van talks with The Basketball Wives’ Shaunie O’Neal and Evelyn Lozada about the burden of being black women in the media spotlight, how the two reality show stars know when your man is cheating on you and the ups and downs of being associated with high profile athletes. This all took place with The Basketball Wives crew rolling their cameras in studio to really flip the podcast on its head.

004 - White Girls Are Easy w/ Shaunie O’Neal and Evelyn Lozada

Dustin wants to see it with an all black cast.
Assante got triggered by the pushy boss.
Fran wonders about that bell, though.
Welcome to The Friend Zone.

Wellness Segment:
For mood boosting positivity, self-care recipes + inspiring stories - sign up for the Daily+: http://noteworthy.auracacia.com/welcome 

Black Business of the Week:
Keva Miller's "Trill Prep" brand, healthy meal prep website + cookbook for all diets - http://www.feedshine.com

Have a dope day!

Social Compliance

This week Joe, Rory, and Mal discuss the biggest headlines within the culture starting off with Big Sean and Jhene Aiko’s rumored break-up (15:32). Juelz Santana found himself in an awkward situation this past week which caused him to flee from an airport, the guys discuss (1:10:30). And is Joe disloyal? After Royce da 5’9’s interview on Rap Radar, some are questioning Joe’s loyalty to Eminem. Joe responds to Royce and to those who believe he isn’t loyal(1:31:47). When it’s all said and done, nobody wins when the family feuds. 

Other topics include:
-Cardi B announcing her album release date (43:46)
-The guys predict when Drake, Kanye West, and Beyonce will release their albums (52:01)
-New music from Jeremih and Wale (1:58:03)

Sleeper picks of the week:
Rory:
Arin Ray (featuring Ty Dolla $ign) “Take” | https://soundcloud.com/arin-ray/take-feat-ty-dolla-ign

Joe:
Jeremih “Cards Right” | https://soundcloud.com/officialjeremih/cards-right

Mal:
Vado “Walk” | https://soundcloud.com/user-130187581/vado-walk-freestyle

Episode 153 | "La di da di da"

Beyoncé is upon us...oh, and Jay Z too. Yay!

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On this weeks episode, Phresher sits with ladies of Lip Service to discuss his relationship with Eminem, his new album, and MUCH more. Phresher tells a hilarious story about the time he urgently needed toilet paper while in a public bathroom. The ladies discuss what everyone thinks about when they masturbate, if it's okay to hire an attractive assistant, as well if men like their nipples to be played with.

Episode 132: The Medium Man (Feat. Phresher)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZOfWWFA5bg&t=672s

After Thoughts | "SMFH"

Van Lathan dives deep into the gun control debate with the founder of Black Guns Matter, Maj Toure. From firearm education to the tragedy at Stoneman Douglas, the two deliberate on weapons like the AR-15, the complicated history of black america and the second amendment, and if ALL gun control is racist.

005 - Black Guns Matter w/ Maj Toure

Guess who’s back! Joe, Rory, and Mal are joined by Bridget Kelly to discuss this week’s topics which kicked off with DJ Envy vs Desus and Mero, plus Envy’s beef with Rory (12:37)? Trey Songz made headlines this week and the guys give their take on his situation (33:13). And yes, Trey Budden had bars for Joe in his new song “Thoughts After the Courtroom” and Joe reacts (1:21:08)! The guys covered a lot this episode and Bridget was great as usual, so tune in! Salute. 

Other topics include:
-Migos video and Drake’s latest verse on N.E.R.D’s Lemon remix (44:15)
-Is it time for Joyner Lucas to invite Logic to the dance floor? (59:30)
-The Game vs Tekashi69 (1:09:42)

Sleeper picks of the week:
Joe:
Kyle Dion “Brown” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QLSm36gh1Yc&feature=share

Rory:
Sango “Out My Way/ Around You” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFIZ3Dx9cIM&feature=share

Mal:
J MARS “Myself” | https://soundcloud.com/jsupnorth/myself

Bridget Kelly premiered new music from her upcoming project. Her sleeper is titled “In The Gray”!

Episode 154 | "Strategic Marketing"

Dustin puts us on to City Girls.
Assante morphs into Alex Treblack.
Fran can't believe NAS co-wrote that song.
Welcome to The Friend Zone.

Wellness Segment: 
Keep Your Goals To Yourself - https://www.ted.com/talks/derek_sivers_keep_your_goals_to_yourself

Black Business of the Week:
Sol Sips - Black Vegan Restaurant in Bushwick, BK http://solsips.us

Have a dope day!

If I Were A Rapper

Madea Loses A Painting

After Thoughts | "Do We Have AfterThought Sleepers?"

Van sits down with prominent black feminist and writer Jamilah Lemieux. The two take a deep dive into Killer Mike’s recent NRA endeavor, why you have too look deeper into his past before criticizing his most recent action, and the state of Twitter’s cancel culture.

006 - Van the Delicate Snowflake w/ Jamilah Lemieux

Dustin is in awe of the jewels.
Assante is ready to open his 5 accounts.
Fran is in the accumulation phase.
Welcome to The Friend Zone.

Find Tiffany at http://thebudgetnista.com

Tiffany's free financial literacy challenge http://www.livericherchallenge.com

Have a dope day!

Make Money Moves - Featuring The Budgetnista

On this week’s episode, Joe, Rory, and Mal had a lot to discuss without any interruptions from Billy. They started off with Cardi B and the revealing of her album cover. They also discuss the “Strategic Marketing” behind her roll-out and if the album is being rushed (4:58). Also, Is Tekashi69 really the hottest rapper? Surprisingly, Joe gives his thoughts on the self-proclaimed “King of New York” and makes a comparison between Tekashi and one of the biggest hip hop artist to live (24:06). And yes, R&Beef is back! Eric Bellinger had words for Tory Lanez on his latest diss track "Yikes". The guys listen and react (34:20). Another loaded episode, salute. 

Other topics include:
-Chris Brown and Lil Dicky’s video. And Chris commenting on Karrueche’s picture (56:00)
-Hell Rell dissing Joe in a freestyle (1:17:01)


Sleeper Picks of the Week:
Joe:
Ro James “Smoke” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4QhuLCRT3I&feature=share

Mal:
Keys N Krates (featuring Ambré Perkins) “Glitter” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmePdfhGfRo&feature=share

Rory:
Anders “I Don’t Want Your Love” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mx0cBxnTeLk&feature=share

Episode 155 | "Daily Mail"

Which one of you dizzy ass burnouts put your teeth on Rumi's mama?

Bite Me!

The brand is strong! The Bronx's very own Desus Nice & THE KID MERO aka the Bodega Boys (from Desus & Mero on Viceland) are giving you their irreverent yet hilarious takes on all things pop culture. Live from Red Bull Studios

This week: Nigka Pon, Trump, Kids, Fab, and other tings!

Ep 106: No Park

Although most of the media has decided not to discuss Fabolous and Emily B’s situation, Joe, Rory, and Mal don’t shy away from covering the incident. They discuss the seriousness of the allegations and give their thoughts on the matter (8:48). New music from Cardi B and The Weeknd dropped this past week and the guys give their take on it (41:38). And unfortunately, “Friend of The Show”, Safaree was recently robbed, Joe shares his thoughts and concerns (1:29:14). 

Due to a previously scheduled event this week, the podcast was recorded a day earlier than usual. We’ll be back to our regular recording schedule next week. Salute. 

Sleeper picks of the week:

Joe:
Guordan Banks “Dead Friend” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pKnmejQny48&feature=share

Mal:
Childish Major (featuring DRAM and 6lack) “I Like You” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_aKEC0IFOE&feature=share

Rory:
SAINt JHN “Selfish” | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LtVnLCzCHeI&feature=share

Episode 156 | "Freaky Man"

Van is joined by Tariq Nasheed, actor, producer and New York Times bestselling author. Tariq and Van discuss identifying, defeating and existing with white supremacy in the United States.

007 - The Whitest Supremacy You Know w/ Tariq Nasheed

Dustin thinks it's pure evil.
Assante wants to jump on a plane to experience it for himself.
Fran is wondering if it will spread to the rest of the world.
Welcome to The Friend Zone.

Wellness Segment: 
Looking for a new at-home fitness routine? https://www.balletbeautiful.com

Black Business of the Week:
Sheena Allen's Capway App  - http://capway.co

Have a dope day!

The Nudge Theory

Miss Vanjie. Miss Vanjieee. Missssss....Vanjieee.

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