Smart Love

Get ready for a powerful episode of the Smart Love Indie Series as LaDonna sits down with King Wesley — Detroit-raised actor, producer, and star of indie hits like No Strings, Karma, A Good Man, and The Price of Love. In this deep-dive conversation, King Wesley opens up about love, marriage, filmmaking, success, and the real impact of Hollywood’s toxic narrative of Black love. From surviving Detro...

In this episode of the Smart Love we dive deep into what women today consider to be the qualities of a good man. We’ll explore where to find these good men, share tips from experts on how to attract them, and what these good men are looking for in a good woman.  Whether you’re navigating the dating scene or simply curious about modern relationship dynamics, this episode is packed with insight...

How do you keep going after unimaginable loss? On this episode of Smart Love, Atif Muhammad shares the powerful story behind Coffee N Nature and how he transformed profound pain and sorrow into purpose, entrepreneurship, and legacy after the tragic loss of his wife and son. Atif opens up about how their lives continue to inspire the heart of his brand and the coffee products he created to honor th...

What happens when you take the money, gifts, status and ego out of dating? What’s actually left? On this episode of Smart Love, LaDonna sits down with media personality, radio host and emcee Terrell “Gameover” Hubbard for a raw conversation about modern dating, relationships, accountability, loss, healing and learning how to truly LOVE. Gameover has built a career connecting with audiences, but in...

What happens when love, partnership, faith, and entrepreneurship come together? In this inspiring episode of the Smart Love Podcast, LaDonna sits down with Asia Kareem, co-founder of ReyLibre Tequila—an award-winning tequila brand created by a Black woman-owned couple in Atlanta. Asia shares the powerful meaning behind ReyLibre—“True Freedom for All”—and how she and her wife built a brand centered...

Watch as Nip Swag Put the Money in the Bag (Necessary Unnecessary Podcast) breaks down why he thinks the modern dating game is flawed. He shares his unfiltered opinions on how women today have too many stipulations, and how dating has become all about “how much can I get from him”. Nip Swag also discusses why he almost robbed a check for tricking him out of 10 dates. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi...

In this Smart Love Indie Series episode, we dive into the powerful intersections of mental health and cinema. Join the cast of the film "Reflections" as we explore how storytelling can illuminate the journey of healing and personal growth. Featuring special guests Lady Marocha, Xpensive, and Michael Payne Jr, we explore how films like "Reflections" shine a light on the healing journey. Hear our pe...

In this powerful and hilarious Smart Love conversation, LaDonna sits down with Maui Bigelow — plus-size beauty influencer, journalist, community leader, and the creator behind PHAT Girl Fresh. Maui has built a platform around empowering Black women, elevating conversations about health, confidence, beauty, advocacy, and showing up fully in life. This episode gets real about dating with intention,...

What if love was never random… but written in the cards? 👀♥️♠️ In this episode of **Smart Love**, LaDonna sits down with **Malik, founder of Castrology4Life.com**, for a powerful and controversial conversation about **Cardology** — the science of using a deck of cards, birthdays, and the Grand Solar Spread to understand love, attraction, compatibility, purpose, and the real reason certain people...

Good women are not broken — they’re exhausted. From childhood trauma and generational wounds to dating over 40, cheating culture, delusional love, and the impact of media on modern relationships, this episode breaks down the real patterns keeping women stuck — and what healing, accountability, and discernment actually look like moving forward. This is not a gender war. This is not about blaming wo...

This episode gets REAL as *Ugly Money Niche* joins *Smart Love* for a bold conversation about modern dating, Black love, celebrity culture, gender wars, poly relationships, and the conversations everybody is having behind closed doors. We’re talking about **Megan Thee Stallion**, the ongoing divide between **Black men and Black women**, the rise of **poly dating**, relationship accountability, hea...

In this episode of Smart Love Sundays, we delve into how self-awareness and firm boundaries steer our pivotal decisions—whether to stay or leave a relationship. We'll discuss clear signs of both healthy and toxic relationships, with guests sharing personal stories about those critical moments of choice. Tune in for an insightful discussion on using self-reflection and established boundaries to mak...

🎤🔥 R&B is BACK with that real LOVE energy! I’m sitting down with the one and only Al Laye – singer, reality star, and the man bringing sexy music back to the culture. ❤️🎶 We talk about love, vulnerability, and why men need to get back to making love to their woman (not just lusting 👀). Plus, Al Laye spills on Dating Naked, Queens Court and dating LisaRaye’s daughter Kai. 😱 You don’t want to m...

Why do men fumble the best thing they ever had… then try to come back like nothing happened? 👀 In this exclusive Smart Love interview, Mz Coxx is asking the questions people are scared to say out loud: 💬 Do you still love your baby mama? 🌹 Did you buy her flowers for Valentine’s Day? 🤔 Why do men always come back after they mess it up? This episode is raw, real, and unfiltered—diving deep into...

Can a woman go from the strip club… to a successful marriage, motherhood, and boss life? In this episode of Smart Love, I sit down with media personality, fashion stylist, and fellow Clark Atlanta alum Frisco “Fe” Brooks to unpack her powerful journey from the Bay Area to Atlanta—and the lessons she’s learned about men, relationships, and self-worth along the way. This conversation is honest, laye...

After weeks of powerful conversations, we close the first chapter of the War on Black Love series with the most important discussion yet — solutions. Throughout this series, we explored the origins of the growing divide between Black men and Black women. We examined the cultural narratives, myths, and misunderstandings that have shaped today’s dating and relationship landscape. The men spoke. The...

"After weeks of powerful conversations, we close the first chapter of the War on Black Love series with the most important discussion yet — solutions. Throughout this series, we explored the origins of the growing divide between Black men and Black women. We examined the cultural narratives, myths, and misunderstandings that have shaped today’s dating and relationship landscape. The men spoke. The...

"In Part 2 of this Smart Love Sundays panel, the women go deeper. This is where the real tension lives. Can we maintain high standards and still create space for partnership? Are modern women unknowingly pushing marriage away? Or are we simply tired of carrying the emotional load alone? In this continuation of the War on Black Love series, we explore: Why so many successful Black women are choosin...

"Is there really a war on Black Love? In Part 1 of this powerful Smart Love Sundays conversation, a dynamic panel of accomplished Black women comes together to unpack our role in the “War on Black Love.” After the men addressed leadership and historical factors in the previous session, this episode shifts the focus to self-reflection, feminine accountability, and emotional healing. This conversati...

Join us for a captivating episode of Smart Love as we delve into the inner world and worth of Virgo women in relationships. In this special edition, we're putting the spotlight on high-value Virgo women, each at different stages of dating and marriage, as they share their unique perspectives and insights. From the single Virgo woman exploring the dating scene to the Virgo woman in a committed rela...

xclusive interview with controversial filmmaker T. Miles 🎬🔥. We’re diving into how men are ghosting, pimping, and playing women through music—just before the Grammys! 👀🎤 In this powerful episode of Smart Love Sunday, I sit down with the bold and thought-provoking filmmaker T. Miles, known for tackling raw and controversial relationship topics in his films. We dive deep into the source of the s...

Mastering Your Mind for Strong Mental Health & Healthy Relationships** In this powerful episode of Smart Love, we dive deep into how strong mental health, consistent mental hygiene practices, and a resilient mindset can completely transform the way you love, communicate, and connect. If you want healthier relationships, stronger emotional intelligence, deeper self-awareness, and a mindset built fo...

In this eye-opening episode of Smart Love: True Story Time, we dive deep into one of today’s most talked-about relationship shifts: Why are so many singles thriving… while so many married people feel stuck, unhappy, or unfulfilled? Join us as we explore: 💔 Real stories from people who left unhappy marriages 💫 Why singlehood is becoming a growing movement of joy, independence & self-love 📉 Marri...

This week on Smart Love Podcast, we’re honoring the strength, love, and leadership of Black single fathers with a powerful, heart-opening conversation you don’t want to miss. Join Single Dad Nip Swag and his son Holy Hot, a rising gospel rap artist, as they open up about the real trials and tribulations of fatherhood, healing, discipline, faith, and raising a young Black man in today’s world. From...

Celebrating and uplifting Black single dads who are shaping the future by raising young men. Hear their stories, challenges, and triumphs, and witness the powerful impact of fatherhood in our communities. Let's honor these unsung heroes and share in their journey of love, strength, and resilience. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...