Bamboo Earrings Podcast

Send a text Hi Friends, We're back!  It's been a while I know.. I hope you missed us.  This episode is about modern day proms and the spending that goes along with it. Jess and I sit down with James and Amanda and discuss how proms have evolved over the years, how much money is being spent and the psychology behind it. They shared some interesting perspectives and some good laughs.  Plea...

Send a text This episode is about the many aspects of dating. Jess and I have a very honest conversation with our friend Candace about dating. We discuss dating as a minority, online dating, social media impacts and much more. We also discuss a few social media viral moments that involve dating.  So sit back, relax and enjoy the conversation.   Please leave us feedback, questions or topics you wou...

Send a text Happy Black History Month! On this Grown Folks Talking episode Jess and I discuss impact of  desegregation within the African American community.   We express our opinions on segregation vs. desegregation.  We deeply explore the gains and losses from this policy as it relates to community, school and work.   We have a healthy debate on various topics such as politics,  voting, HBCU, af...

Send a text Hi Friends, This episode Jess and I discuss resolutions with friends of the podcast Leslie and Danon.  They share their unique perspectives on New Year Resolutions. We all discuss if we agree with them, how effective are they and how we hold ourselves accountable.   There were a few gems I personally got from this conversation.  I hope you do as well.  Enjoy.. Happy New Year! email: Ba...

Send a text Hey Friends, I had an opportunity to interview a new up and coming artist named Crystale. We discussed her journey  and everything that comes along with starting a singing career. We also talked about favorite artists, music genre and the music industry overall.  She has the sweetest vibe and her voice is amazing. Take some time and get inspired as Crystale shares her talents with us. ...

Send a text This episode Jess and LaShawn dissect and discuss how people give and receive feedback. We begin the episode discussing social media recent events then on to the main topic of feedback. We share how feedback can be gems and challenging at the same time. We revisit a few personal examples of how it can be both positive and negative.  Ultimately you decide! Take a listen... Again grown f...

Send a text Jess and I begin the first episode of a new spin off from the Bamboo Earrings Podcast channel  called "Grown Folks Talking.  We discuss this week's current event topic from social media scrolling about paying for others in birthday dinner situation. We also discuss different social dining scenarios and who should pay.  Lots of laughs and perspectives.  We are excited about th...

Send a text I was invited to attend the "Women Standing in Oneness" expo at the New Community Church 2901 Puritan Detroit Michigan. It was my pleasure to attend as a vendor and record a live podcast at the event. It was a great networking event and opportunity to meet several outstanding women. I spoke to a few women to get their thoughts on the importance of sisterhood, gender roles, ca...

Send a text Hi Friends, I sit down with Jessilyn and Rico to recap conversations from the Friends Men and Women's episodes.  In this episode we break them down and discuss the similarities and differences of perspectives.  We also share our own personal scenarios and experiences with friends.  I know it's a longer episodes but believe me it's worth the listen. We talked on many topi...

Send a text Hi Friends, I sit down with a panel of women to discuss friendships.  Leslie, Sierra, Toria and Ernie explain what friendships mean to them.  I ask them a few questions about their friendships and find out t how they show up as friends.  We discuss the complexities of friendships and how it impacts our lives.  We all share experiences with friends positive and negative. The conversatio...

Send a text Hi Friends, I sit down with a panel of men to discuss friendships. Maurice, George and Syl explain what friendships mean to them.  I ask them a few questions about their friendships and find out they have similar theories regarding how they show up as friends and how they manage those relationships.  We explore how fraternities, childhood friendships, new friends and "day ones&quo...

Send a text Hello Friends This episode I sit down and speak with Pastor Hiram McBurrows Jr. of Romulus Community Baptist Church.  I wanted to understand how being a Pastor has impacted his life and perspective.  In this  conversation we discussed his journey to becoming a Pastor, the pandemic, lifestyle choices, faith and much more. There are a-lot of jewels dropped  during this interview and hope...

Send a text Happy New Year Friends, I sit down with my girl Jess and reflect on our lives and necessary adjustments. We discuss setting boundaries, relationship expectations, mental health and more.  We discuss how sometimes life be lifin.. We ask ourselves is self care selfish??..It was a really good deep and fun discussion. Oh please listen to the end for the crazy question.  Thanks again for li...

Send a text Happy New Year Listeners, Kicking off this year sat down with one of my favorite people Dr. Mahendra Bhandari.  We discuss his perspective on the relationship of money, work. and effort He has many thought provoking ideas therefore always a pleasure to chat with.  Please take a moment to listen and consider some of these ideas as you start the new year.   Lastly,  I encourage your sugg...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different. This is the final episode of the Love Series therefore special as my daughter is asking...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different. I am interviewing Sierra.   The highlighted gem from this episode is "Don't go...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different. I am interviewing Rico.   The highlighted gem from this episode is "Men have insecu...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different.  I am interviewing Terri.   The highlighted gem from this episode is "Meet me halfw...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different.   I am interviewing Maurice.   The highlighted gem from this episode is "A union bl...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different.   I am interviewing Pat.   The highlighted gem from this episode is "Pray for me an...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different.   I am interviewing Amber.   The highlighted gem from this episode is "Success equa...

Send a text Welcome to  the love series friends.  I am asking multiple people of different ages, sex and relationship status a set of questions.  Fun fact is I  am asking them the same questions to understand their perspectives and allow you all to compare answers.  Each episode will feature someone different.   I am kicking this series off with Danon.  The good word from this episode is "Don...

Send a text I sit down with Danon and Maurice to discuss our experiences with workplace trauma. We realized during the discussion that many layers and levels exists within these traumas. I appreciate how vulnerable my guests were during the discussion.  It's tough out here in these corporate streets so this was a great opportunity to share.  Believe me there were lots of lessons learned. We w...

Send a text I sit down with 2 successful real-estate professionals that serve the metro Detroit area.  They provide great tips and tricks for those interested in selling real-estate. They also talk about the pros and cons of the business.  Good information and great conversation.  Take a listen.  Cyntara Crawford  Cvcrawford@kw.com  (248) 982-0892 Anwar Jennings IG and FB: citycenterralty www.city...

Send a text I am very excited for you all to hear this latest episode.  Myself, Jess, Artesia and Maurice have a very real discussion about black history.  We debate and discuss some very controversial topics like the Critical Race Theory,   celebration of black history being one month, white acceptance, mixing of races and much more.  Take a listen and hear our individual perspectives on some ver...