Basically Unbothered

Basically Unbothered | Part Two: The Weekend That Changed Everything In Part Two of this deeply personal series, I continue sharing the story I've carried for nearly two years. What began as a trip to see someone I trusted quickly became a weekend marked by manipulation, coercion, emotional abuse, and sexual abuse. I talk openly about the warning signs I missed, the impossible choices victims ofte...

Basically Unbothered Recapped | Holiday Edition: Love Island Chaos, Taylor Frankie Paul Speaks Out & Women Refusing to Shrink This week's holiday edition of Basically Unbothered Recapped proves that even on the Fourth of July, the pop culture world refuses to take a day off. This episode starts on a high note with the incredible story of Kelsey Vlamis, who made history by becoming the first Americ...

There are stories you tell because they're interesting. Then there are stories you tell because carrying them alone has become too heavy. This episode is the hardest one I've ever recorded. I'm sharing, for the first time, what happened after experiencing sexual harassment in the military, how grief, trauma, and loneliness collided during one of the hardest seasons of my life, and how someone who...

This week on Basically Unbothered Recapped , we're diving headfirst into one of the most chaotic weeks in pop culture. We kick things off celebrating Anne Hathaway's pregnancy announcement and why conversations around women, fertility, and timelines need to evolve. Then we're talking Tyra Banks joining the Project Runway judging panel, the Moana live-action trailer, and why Disney still hasn't fig...

In Part 2 of Gabi's conversation with writer and cultural commentator Garima Verma, the conversation dives deep into the intersection of pop culture, storytelling, and society. From The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo adaptation and the rise of book-to-screen projects to debates around Olivia Rodrigo's baby doll dress controversy, nothing is off limits. The two unpack why certain stories resonate, h...

Basically Unbothered Recapped: Pride Hats, Jelly Roll & Bunnie Rumors, Love Island Chaos, and Finding Peace This week on Basically Unbothered Recapped , Gabi gets candid about life behind the scenes, sharing updates on her mental health journey, navigating workplace challenges, grief, anxiety, and the ongoing search for peace in a season of personal growth. She reflects on recent medication change...

Part 1: AI, Storytelling, Neurodivergence & The Psychology of Reality TV with Garima Verma What happens when two people who live in complexity sit down for a conversation? In this episode, Gabi welcomes multi-hyphenate creative Garima Verma for a candid discussion about AI, creativity, privilege, culture, neurodivergence, and why so many conversations today struggle to hold nuance. They unpack: Th...

Unbothered: Building Your Own Door, Pop Culture Chaos & Love Island Confessions This week on Basically Unbothered , Gabi is celebrating a major milestone after being accepted into Ingram Distribution, opening new opportunities for both her indie bookstore and her own books. Then it's time for a pop culture deep dive. We unpack the controversy surrounding Atlanta hotspot V12 and owner Vinny, discus...

What happens when a group of women decide they're done shrinking themselves to fit into someone else's expectations? This week on Basically Unbothered , Gabi is joined by the incredible women of Puffin' With My Pearls , a Detroit-based cigar sisterhood that has grown into something far bigger than cigars. Together, they talk about: ✨ Finding community as women in traditionally male-dominated spac...

Basically Unbothered: Books, Black Fantasy, Celebrity Boundaries & Building a Life That Fits You This week, Gabi is joined by entrepreneur and Agency 811 founder Myra for a conversation that starts with books and somehow ends up unpacking creativity, entrepreneurship, celebrity culture, and what it means to build a life on your own terms. The pair dive into Black fantasy literature, the importance...

Healing Isn’t Linear, and Neither Is This Week’s Recap This week on Basically Unbothered Recapped , I’m sharing a little bit of where I’ve been emotionally as I continue processing trauma and preparing to tell a story I’ve carried for a very long time. Alongside life updates, we talk about the launch of The Creatives , upcoming bookstore events, and the realities of trying to build creative dreams...

This week on Basically Unbothered , we got into one of those conversations that somehow starts in one place and then suddenly you’re talking about grief, women’s health, mental health, AI, survival, societal pressure, and all the things people usually try to tiptoe around. And honestly? I love conversations like that because they remind me how human we all actually are underneath all the noise. I...

On this episode of Basically Unbothered Recaps , Blake takes listeners through the chaotic aftermath of a writers retreat that promised creativity and delivered… gluten-free disappointment, questionable planning, and emotional whiplash. From overpriced workshops and identity discourse gone sideways to being kicked out of a group chat after speaking up, this episode is equal parts hilarious, frustr...

What happens when mindset meets momentum? In Episode 53 of Basically Unbothered , Gabi sits down with entrepreneur and founder of LogisticsSales.com , Daman, for a conversation about building success without losing yourself in the process. Together, they unpack the realities of entrepreneurship, the power of community, and why imagination might be one of the most underrated tools for growth. From...

This week on Basically Unbothered Recapped , Gabi dives into everything from the upcoming A Simply Different World spinoff to the complicated state of Black representation in media, celebrity controversies, and the emotional weight behind societal expectations. From nostalgic TV conversations to deeper reflections on boundaries, burnout, toxic cycles, and healing, this episode balances pop culture...

In this episode of Basically Unbothered , Coach Lee and Gabi dive into the realities of balancing work, mental health, self-care, and personal growth in today’s world. From rising costs of living and political conversations to productivity coaching and authentic self-discovery, the two explore what it really means to build a life that works for you . They discuss boundaries, burnout, Black women’s...

This week on Basically Unbothered Recapped , Gabi catches listeners up on her whirlwind schedule, recent personal milestones, and the balancing act between ambition and burnout. From a successful vendor event and prepping for an upcoming writer’s retreat to thoughts on Met Gala fashion and binge-watching Criminal Minds season 5, this episode blends pop culture commentary with honest life reflectio...

In this powerful episode of Basically Unbothered , Gabi sits down with Robert L. Wallace to explore how education, history, and entrepreneurship shape the future of our communities. They discuss: The impact of political decisions on marginalized communities Why understanding history is key to breaking harmful cycles How entrepreneurship can help close the wealth gap The importance of mentorship an...

In this episode, Gabi opens up about her recent experiences and the lessons shaping her current mindset. From navigating personal growth to unpacking deeper societal issues, she explores what it means to move through life with awareness, intention, and radical acceptance. She dives into conversations around trust, betrayal, and the importance of authentic support systems—especially when it comes t...

In this episode of Basically Unbothered , Gabi is joined by Dr. Shanae for an unfiltered conversation about relationships, independence, identity, and modern dating dynamics. Gabi opens up about choosing to step away from relationships to focus on personal growth, peace, and building her career. Together, they explore the realities of hyper-independence, emotional labor, and why dating can feel mi...

This week on Basically Unbothered , Blake is late—but very much not quiet. After pushing through injury, burnout, and real life, she’s back with a raw, unfiltered recap of everything happening across social media, pop culture, and the internet’s darker corners. From viral moments at Coachella to the bare minimum celebrity performances, nothing is off limits. But the episode takes a serious turn as...

In this deeply personal episode of Basically Unbothered , Blake shares a live psychic medium reading on the anniversary of a pivotal moment in her life. What starts as a conversation becomes an emotional exploration of grief, connection, and the possibility of communication beyond this life. Through reflections on loss, intuition, and healing, this episode offers a raw and vulnerable look at what...

This week on Basically Unbothered Recapped , Blake blends personal reflection, pop culture commentary, and a deep dive into The Death and Life of Lamar Odom . The episode opens with a raw look at burnout, grief, and feeling lost during a difficult season of life, touching on loss, isolation, and the pressure of trying to hold everything together. From there, Blake dives into: Ongoing pop culture d...

This week’s episode dives into women’s health from a deeper perspective—beyond physical wellness and into self-image, visibility, and the pressure to always be “put together.” Joined by René Jay, Blake explores the mental and emotional side of women’s health, including the struggle to show up authentically, the impact of social media perception, and the process of unlearning perfection. Because so...

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on Basically Unbothered , Gabi and Joanna continue unpacking the emotional aftermath of betrayal, diving deeper into healing, accountability, and what it really takes to break toxic cycles. Picking up where Part 1 left off, Joanna shares where she is now—sitting in the grief, missing someone who never truly existed, and learning how to separate the man she l...