MARK 21

Mark 21 is back on the mic, but for how long? In this episode, the ladies dive into the journey of Tabitha Brown and other food influencers, from TikTokers to mainstream chefs, discussing how Black influencers can change the game and the importance of healthy food representation in the Black community. Nikki and Sherika share their recent adventures at Las Vegas wine bars, comparing wine membershi...

Welcome back to an episode of Mark 21 ridiculousness. The ladies recall memories of the past and some of their most reckless, over adventurous, and plainly put, irresponsible moments. Fast cars, chasing tacos and sleepovers with strangers, Gratitude and God - To still be alive to tell it! Its a no judgment zone over here, kinda. Grab a cocktail, a mocktail, or some high quality H2O. Join the conve...

This episode is packed with beef!!!! Beef about Cinco de Mayo, beef between Sharion and her ex- employer, between Drake and Kendrick, and the world against Amanda Seales. But wait, there’s more! The ladies remind you: Use your good stuff, no need to wait for a special occasion. Listen in to hear what else we got into.

Mark 21 rounds out Black History Month with the introduction of a new drink: Black Velvet. Conversations explore notable movies, music and trivia about the cult classics of black culture in the 90s and early 2000s. In this episode we discover that Sharion wants to be invisible, Nikki hopes she is kind, and Sherika cares about first impressions. What do Black movies and Matthew McConaughey have in...

Mark 21 rounds out Black History Month with the introduction of a new drink: Black Velvet. Conversations explore notable movies, music and trivia about the cult classics of black culture in the 90s and early 2000s. In this episode we discover that Sharion wants to be invisible, Nikki hopes she is kind, and Sherika cares about first impressions. What do Black movies and Matthew McConaughey have in...

Its 2024 already!! Mark 21 celebrates Nikki’s and Josh’s birthday, Mark 21’s 19th anniversary, and a new year of foolery for the podcast. Notable topics include dry weddings and friendship fuckery. Finally, the ladies watch the pilot episode of the Netflix series ‘First Wives Club’ and talk relationships and predictions for the show.

Catching up after some time away, Mark 21 talks about everything and nothing at the same time Its hard to explain, listen in and see for yourself. Welcome or Welcome Back to the Mark 21 podcast. Sherika, Nikki and Sharion

If you or a loved one has ever fallen victim to Baby Phat, JUICY, or Ed Hardy outfits, then you must be an 80s baby. Listen in to be taken back, and also find out which one of the ladies wants to read your mind & know your truth. Shari is feelin' fall fashion vibes, Nikki used to wear Von Dutch, And Sherika still wears boots with EVERYTHING. This episode centers fashion trends from then an...

In this Bookclub episode, Mark 21 talks race, relationships, gender, and vulnerability, the standout themes in Jayne Allen’s novel, Black Girls Must Die Exhausted. The ladies shared their interpretations and thoughts, explored the characters’s peesonalities, explored relatable content and critiqued the narration. Unpopular opinion, Mark was a good man. Listen in to hear the foolery. Educate yourse...

If you, or a close friend or family member of yours, don’t remember having pink panties in your cup, then your too young for this conversation; exit left. In this one, the ladies have convos about random thoughts, some connected- many not, and reminisce on back in the days. Listen in to see where, and if, you fit in.

Reboot! Mark 21 gets into body positivity, while sharing their thoughts on Lizzo's body positive perspective and how the movement has evolved through mainstream media. Mark 21 reads a yahoo article highlighting music entertainer Lizzo's thoughts on body positivity and the commercialization of the movement. The Mark 21 ladies share their thoughts on the topic and dig into deeper themes such...

Mark 21 meets up in las Vegas for a weekend of sisterhood, fine dining, and fuckery. The most random topics arise when these ladies link up, and tonight was no different. The short episode packs a punch! Pull up and listen in to hear where this mini-sode goes.

Mark 21 meets up in las Vegas for a weekend of sisterhood, fine dining, and fuckery. The most random topics arise when these ladies link up, and tonight was no different. The short episode packs a punch! Pull up and listen in to hear where this mini-sode goes.

Mark 21 explores some reasons to end relationships and how to go about doing so. If your partner crossed a major boundary would you break up with them? What if it happened publicly… on your wedding day? The ladies discuss what influences their boundaries and how they know when a relationship is no longer for them. A continued conversation about difficult conversations. Pick up a drink or pull up a...

Recent celebrity happenings and online opinions sparked interesting conversations as the ladies talk relationships, authority, control and consent. What do joy, egg whites, whiskey and Keke Palmer have in common? Absolutely nothing, but they are all mentioned in this episode. Listen in, form an opinion and share.

In this episode the ladies explore the Netflix movie The Strays and its themes of anti-blackness. Mark 21 also gets explore how gender and culture influence our perceptions about family abandonment. Sharion continues to enjoy  Dr . P! Sherika earns another degree, a  Doctorate  in philosophical quotes!  Dr . Nikki has questions about colorism. Listen in to hear all of what we got into.

Pull up chair, grab a blanket or beverage or both! In this episode Mark 21 gets into some of their Vegas experiences, including recently seeing Usher at the Park MGM. Notable mentions include: Fiji water, the dark a$$ Delano hotel and Allegiant vs Sofi Stadium. Take-a-ways = never again staying at the the Delano & don't bring your kids to see Usher. Check out the recording for more context...

Mark 21 gets into the vaccinations and the societal impacts associated with choosing to, and refusing to, vaccinate. In this episode, the ladies share what they've learned about vaccines and their thoughts about current societal standards regarding vaccinations for diseases like measles, hepatitis and COVID-19. In closing, the ladies give their positions on getting vaccinated. Listen in to form or...

Ever ask yourself, "Am I the Asshole?" In this episode, Mark 21 gets to decide. Listen in to form your own opinion. The ladies have decided: Kids that have meltdowns are Assholes and high school is irrelevant. Want to know how they got here? Press play to hear where it all started.

Mark 21 gets into a part II conversation about supporting men who have toxic women in their lives. In this episode, the ladies continue to discuss toxic femininity, the ways that our dominant culture influences power through gender dynamics, and the women who use these dynamics to be manipulative. This conversation touches on self awareness, child custody, and "Happy Wife, Happy Life" culture.

Mark 21 gets into the world of app dating and make profiles for each other on Hinge.  Dating apps were once a taboo topic fueled by judgements and shame. Now,  apps are more of a norm for connecting with others and frequently leads to lasting friendships, rich relationships, and even long term marriages. In this episode, Mark 21 talks the challenges of app dating, dissecting the selectio...

Mark 21 gets into friendship dynamics while taking internet friendship quizzes, discussing the questions and results. Real friends drink wine, share wine and share wine codes, right? Mark 21 does! Listen to the ladies talk First Leaf wine club and how the ladies relate to the friendships in their lives.

In this episode, the ladies break down the term, Homewrecker: (noun) a person who is blamed for the breakup of a marriage or family, especially due to having engaged in an affair with one member of a couple. What does slut shaming, home-wrecking and cyberbullying have in common? Hurt feelings and low self-esteem, of course. Listen to Mark 21 discuss the misplaced blames associated with cheating.

Plain and simple, What do you think happens after we die? Mark 21 gets into theories about life after death. How long is eternity? What do you really mean when you reference your Soul? Is there an actual purgatory? In this episode Mark 21 finds the intersection of reincarnation, murder, Pixar, and Passion of the Christ. Join the conversation, listen in. Keep saying their names BREONNATAYLOR GEORGE...

Mark21 gets into lifestyle, and what it means to have one.  Consider style, attitude and possessions as a way of identifying with a particular lifestyle. Do you consider yourself a minimalist? Maybe you're Vegan. Perhaps you're a creative. In this episode, the ladies explore how cultural influences and lifestyle are connected.  Oh, and cancel Candice Owens.