Unfinished Business

Let’s explore getting grounded vs. getting centered. In this episode, I explore the distinction between these seemingly interchangeable terms. Also, what it means for me personally to get grounded vs. get centered in this pivotal moment in my life. Let me know *your* thoughts! Subscribe wherever you listen to your podcasts and follow us on Instagram @unfinishedbusinesspodcast! Produced by LaJonel...

Season 4 of Unfinished Business is here! This raw and unfiltered season opener is led by executive producer/co-host, LaJonel. A few words from the host: This is my equivalent of dropping a freestyle, as I’m getting in the flow of completion. Just some raw and literally unedited thoughts of mine as we ease into 2024 aka Butterfly Season. Love y’all! This and more to come from your favorite girlies...

PLEASE NOTE: Unforeseen technical issues at the time of the recording of this episode resulted in LaJonel's not-so-great sound quality, so we apologize in advance! Please forgive us! Despite that, we delivered a great episode for y'all to enjoy! xo, the Unfinished Business Production Crew ...now on to the show! The ladies of Unfinished Business are joined by special guest co-host, the one and only...

Mind Ya Business - Your News, the "UB" Way! Serial entrepreneur, Lynn P. Smith started "Buy the Block", the first black-owned crowdfunding platform in the country that connects real estate developers seeking to crowdfund any type of property, and the only one dedicated to making investments in real estate as a group more accessible for Black people! The buying power of Black women is in the trilli...

Gendered and Sexual Violence Against Native Women in the US, Black Men Saying Yes to the Dress, and Mugshot-turned-Money Bags

Happy 2018! In the Re-Up (formerly known as the Question of the Week), LaJonel, Tori, Shari and Sade get into some self-reflections inspired by the infamous drawing by Ghanaian illustrator, Peniel Enchill, of the woman stepping into the new year with her bag of resolutions, leaving behind her old ways, peoples and trends in the past year. In our news segment, Mind Ya Business, learn more about the...

In this episode, LaJonel, Tori and Shari take it easy, in spite of the chaos of the world and our personal lives, to discuss some do’s and dont's for this holiday season. In the Group Chat, get their take on gift-giving etiquette for dating, how to compromise on family traditions in relationships and whether or not sex-themed gifts are appropriate. Shari gives a dose of reality on modern day slave...

In this episode, we share what makes us we feel “full” - filled + highlight Black women pioneers in the ongoing battle of sexual harassment in our news segment, “Mind Your Business” + THOTalks is back! We’re talking threesomes and how to get what you want in the bedroom + in honor of Thanksgiving, we honor our favorite meme time of year with #ThanksgivingwithBlackFamilies and #ThanksgivingClapback...

Who better to guest co-host our 20th episode than thee one and only FEMINISTA JONES! The universe worked its magic and the award-winning writer/community activist/Queen of Black Twitter (among other titles) sat with us to talk sex & relationships, why astrology matters in all aspects of life, and what Black feminism means to her. In "Too Smart, Too Black", we get the scoop on the evolution of her...

Tune in to hear LaJonel, Tori and Shari as they discuss news you should know, how you know if you're a actually a good guy or a f*ck boy who THINKS he's a good guy; and a black-owned upholstery company producing chic and unique pieces is Too Smart, Too Black. In this episode, we introduce our newest segment, Mind Your Business, news you should know beyond mainstream headlines! In light of the grea...

The season 3 opener features the first guest and male co-host, founder of non-profit, "Bridging the Gap" and longtime friend of UB, Garrett Richardson (@btggarrett)! The Group Chat: Inspired by season two of Insecure, together they discuss some major do’s and dont’s out of a serious relationship including what to do and not-to-do on social media, why self-reflection is so important for both men an...

Summer '17 celeb scandals + What is means to be private vs. secretive on social media + A Black-owned nail salon in the heart of South Philly, Brown Sugar Nail Spa, is Too Smart, Too Black! Featured Song & Artist: Poppin' by Rico Nasty Too Smart, Too Black Feature: Brownsugarnailspa.com Instagram: Brownsugarnailspa Facebook: Brown Sugar Nail Spa

THOTalks is back! Also, we honor leo season + sex positions we could do without + two of our listener’s questions are addressed in the juicy segment, THOTalks! Too Smart, Too Black: Brittani Canty (IG: @brittcanty), creator of Yell, Black Girl! (IG: @yellblackgirl_public_relations), an up and coming independent public relations firm based in Philadelphia, PA. Brittani, a strategic communications m...

Welcome to the Unfinished Business kickoff to Summer '17! Too Smart, Too Black: The Queen of Comedy and Oscar award-winning actress, Mo’Nique speaks her truth and simultaneously tells Oprah & Friends to suck her dick, if she had one. Tune in to learn our thoughts on this epic clapback in entertainment history PLUS the link below to a BuzzFeed article that perfectly summarizes the Periscope podcast...

In The Group Chat, we recognize that most of us want to practice monogamy, but what are some aspects of monogamy that are normalized and that can be questioned? Too Smart, Too Black: BLACK AND SEXY TV! Learn how creators, Numa Perrier and Dennis Dortch, have revolutionized the storytelling of Black folks. In the compromising and polarizing industries of filmmaking and digital media, this power cou...

In this episode, we introduce a new feature segment, THOTalks: a judgement-free zone in which we provide an alternative or "too smart, too black" perspective on your sex and relationship challenges/questions! A 26-year-old virgin wants to use it before she loses it and a queen is trying to persuade her reluctant king to give her oral sex. Don't hesitate and email your questions at unfinishedbusine...

In this episode, the ladies scratch the surface on human trafficking and its impact specifically on Black and Latina communities. A March 2017 Instagram post gone viral about the alleged 14 Black and Latina girls gone missing within 24 hours in the DMV area, sparked a much needed national outcry on this existing issue in America. What has since come to the surface about Washington D.C. police depa...

The ladies react to a woman who partners with her rapist to engage in a conversation about the aftermath of rape + celebrate the Black winners and nonsense of Oscars 2017.

In this episode, we celebrate the 30th birthday of our co-host, Shari, in “This is 30” and explore adulthood and public meltdowns on the 10th anniversary of the meltdown of one of our fave pop stars, Britney Spears.

In this episode of Unfinished Business, the ladies talk about romance! Learn about what turns them on, what they DON'T want to receive on Valentine's Day and how to truly melt their hearts every day. Too Smart, Too Black feature: Fine artist, Adele Supreme and the founder/CEO of the "Auto Girls Clinic"(based outside of Philly, PA), Patrice Banks, is featured in The Plug! Enjoy!

After a brief hiatus, the ladies of Unfinished business reunite at the top of 2017 to introduce new segment, "Too Smart, Too Black" and Black women defending each other's honor. The "Group Chat" topic: DATING STYLES The Plug: Catch the highly anticipated launch of the online course, Black Women's Syllabus. Get into it!!! Enjoy!

The ladies of Unfinished Business gather to talk their shit and inform you on the latest! In episode 4, we cover Black Girls Rock 2016, "This is 30" featuring Victoria - ARIES SEASON - plus why money doesn't exist and much more! Tune in for the shenanigans

In episode 3, we premeire "The Astrology Series" featuring Aries Season. If you're an Aries or just want to learn more about astrolgogy, tune in for more insight!

The ladies of UB celebrate Mother's Day, sharing heartfelt anecdotes from the special women in their lives. Janet Jackson gives kid-less women 20 more years at going for Motherhood. Why are you going crazy? Oh, it's just Mercury Retrograde. UB explores the science behind this, what to expect during this time and how to prepare for the nonsense that probably will ensue. Enjoy!

LaJonel, Tori, Chairsse, Shari and Sade come together to chat about the latest in current events, what's going on in their lives and the premiere of the segment, "This is 30" ! Each co-host will share their thoughts upon turning the big 3-0! This week, we featured Charisse, the Pisces! Enjoy!