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This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté walks us through some TikTok and Twitter Street Hot Topics.   Black Business of the Week - https://richncoziny.com   Wellness Segment - NPR’s Living For We Podcast https://www.npr.org/podcasts/1160361239/living-for-we   Pittsburgh Livability Index by Junia Howell - https://apps.pittsburghpa.gov/redtail/images/7109_Pittsburgh%27s_Inequality_Across_Gender_and_Rac...

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin brings February’s Hot Topics to the Hot Button.   Black Business of the Week - https://shegotcakes.as.me   Thank you to our Sponsors:   Ebay - Ensure your next purchase is the real deal with eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee. https://www.ebay.com   #ListensLately:   Shakira & Karol G - TQG Paloma Mami - For Ya Abba - Voulez-Vouz Biskhit - Dashiki Kash Doll ft/ Bryan...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we are joined by Natasha Nelson of Supernova Momma. Early last year, Natasha schooled us on Conscious Parenting and her goal of creating safer, more loving and empathetic black households. This week, we shift the focus from the children and discuss the mental health of Black Parents. Black Business of the Week - https://zurianddre.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Ebay -...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself. Thank you to our Sponsors: Ebay - Ebay - Ensure your next purchase is the real deal with eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee. https://www.ebay.com NomNomNow - Go right now for 50% off your no-risk two week trial at https://trynom.com/friendzone Follow us online:

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This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté walks us through the story of Marie Holmes and the gift and the curse of winning the Lottery. Black Business of the Week - https://www.akadipdx.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target’s Black Beyond Measure - Target is proud to amplify Black founders and creators who drive culture forward. It’s why they’re investing in the next HBCU generation with partnerships l...

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin walks us through Hot Topics. Black Business of the Week - Fitness Studio in Miami https://www.rhythmandrelease.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Ebay - Ensure your next purchase is the real deal with eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee. https://www.ebay.com Target’s Black Beyond Measure - Target is proud to amplify Black founders and creators who drive culture forward. I...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we share our thoughts on whether or not people should be crucified for 10 year old tweets. Black Business of the Week - https://www.blackcrossword.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Ixora BB - Visit ixorabb.com now to check out their incredible line of products. As a listener of this podcast, you can save 20% on your first order by using the code FriendZone20. Target’s Bla...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come out. Brace yourself. Thank you to our Sponsors: Ixora BB - Visit ixorabb.com now to check out their incredible line of products. As a listener of this podcast, you can save 20% on your first order by using the code FriendZone20. Target’s Black Beyond Measure - Target is proud to ampl...

This week’s (pre-recorded) episode of #TheFriendZone is brought to you by Target. We discussed 2020 affecting our ability to celebrate NYE without anxiety, what we experienced and learned from in 2022 and our personal themes and intentions for 2023. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod

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This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the 2022 wrap-up. Our last episode of the year! We look back at the range of conversations we brought to the table and reflect on the crazy year we've had. Black Business of the Week - https://aspencierraphotography.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - Whatever the reason, it’s always the season to stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Black Beyond Measure....

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin walks us through “Sins of Our Mother” - the Lori Vallow story. Black Business of the Week - Code FriendZone for 20% off on https://www.empressmane.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - Whatever the reason, it’s always the season to stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Black Beyond Measure. StoryWorth - Help your family share their story this holiday seaso...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No Segments. Just whatever wants to come out. Brace yourself. Black Business of the Week - https://www.empressmane.com Thank you to our Sponsors:
 Target - Whatever the reason, it’s always the season to stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Black Beyond Measure. Check out ‘Illuminating Intersectionality’ hosted by Fran...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come out. Brace yourself. Black Business of the Week - https://www.eatnewbreed.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - Whatever the reason, it’s always the season to stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Black Beyond Measure. Illuminating Intersectionality - Check out ‘Illuminating In...

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté keeps it light and fun with The Useless Information Questionnaire. Black Business of the Week - https://www.messinabottle.com Wellness Segment - Episode One of Illuminating Intersectionality https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3CHrji3t8A Wellness Segment Part II - The Shadow Work Workbook https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Shadow-Work-Workbook/Jor-El-Carab...

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin walks us through October’s Hot Topics. Black Business of the Week - https://www.thelabdrawer.com Wellness Segment - Illuminating Intersectionality. A three-part video series hosted by Hey Fran Hey, Dr. Tykeia Robinson and Jade of All Jades, powered by Target’s Black Beyond Measure Platform: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ckb4aukAcrV/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the last Crime Zone episode of the season. Fran walks us through The Fall of the House of Murdaugh. Wellness Segment - The Hey Fran Hey x Maryam Hasnaa Embodiment Collection https://resonanceapothecary.com/products/embodiment-box Black Business of the Week - https://labeautyclub.com Thank you to our Sponsors: ZocDoc - Go to Zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Z...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come out. Brace yourself. Thank you to our Sponsors: Thuma Beds - Create that feeling of checking in to your favorite boutique hotel suite, but at home, with The Bed, by Thuma. And now go to https://www.thuma.co/FRIEND to receive a twenty-five-dollar credit towards your purchase of The Be...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s Crime Zone October! Assanté brings the curious case of Paul Fronczak to the Hot Button Segment. Mercedes "Skin Care Bully" of IxoraBB joins the Wellness Segment to talk all things Donkey Milk. Black Business of the Week - https://adorjewelryco.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Push Black - This episode is brought to you by Black History Year, a new podcast...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we kick off Crime Zone October! Dustin tells the shocking tale of Bishop Dr. Tracie Dickey. Black Business of the Week - https://instagram.com/labeautyclub__?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Thank you to our Sponsors: PushBlack - If you want to take control of your finances and begin building wealth, tune into Building Black Dollars by PushBlack. Catch it anywhere you listen to pod...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by longtime friend of the show, writer, Seer and Spiritual Practitioner, Maryam Hasnaa. We talk remembering to dream, designing new models of success within and outside of the system, and understanding our relationship to external validation. Important Maryam Hasnaa Links: Our Ways of Knowing: An Exploration of the Intuitive Self Course launches October 5t...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. Thank you to our Sponsors: PushBlack - If you want to take control of your finances and begin building wealth, tune into Building Black Dollars by PushBlack. Catch it anywhere you listen to podcasts. ZocDoc - Go to Zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc a...

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté takes us back 20 years. The top artists, songs, movies, and heartthrobs. Where were you in 2002? Black Business of the Week - https://theguiltygrape.com Are you subscribed to #TheFriendZone Patreon? https://www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: McDonald’s - This episode is sponsored by the McDonald’s “Buy One, Get One for $1 Deal.” At...

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin walks us through this month’s Hot Topics. Black Business of the Week - Ser Skn https://www.serskn.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. PushBlack - If you want to take control of your finances and begin building wealth, tune into Building Black...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we celebrate 7 years and 350 episodes. We reflect on how our show has morphed and grown over the years, favorite guest appearances and our most impactful Hot Button segments. Jessica Jones of Food Heaven stops by the Wellness Segment to talk vitamins and supplements. Important wellness links: https://examine.com (research supporting supplements) https://labdoor.com (ch...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself. Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. PushBlack - If you want to take control of your finances and begin building wealth, tune into Building Black Do...