All Things Melanin

Shelby and Erica share their opinions on "checking" your partner publically, and what it means to hustle when building your brand. Lifestyle photographer and influencer Terica stops by and shares her journey to building her personal brand and photography business. We're wrapping up this week's episode giving advice on what to do with friends who give the bare minimum. and leaving you with words of...

Shelby and Erica are sharing their thoughts on marriage being “just a piece of paper” and where they stand on this debate, and how to turn your fear into fuel in stepping out on faith to follow your dreams. Nisha from Beauty and a 
Book Box shares her journey to launching a subscription box focusing on literacy and beauty. We wrap up this week’s episode with sharing our thoughts on ex’s popping ba...

Shelby and Erica discuss what they bring to the table in dating that isn't tangible and doesn't involve status. They share their most challenging lessons in building a brand. Talib, founder of Afros & Adios stops by to share his journey to building community and sharing opportunities for Black podcast creatives. They wrap up the episode with how to not let outside opinions stop you from following...

One thing about Shelby and Erica, they are ride or die for each other. This week, we’re sharing personal projects we’re working on separately and why it’s so important to support each other on things we do together and alone. We share our thoughts on who should pick up the tab on the first date, the man or the woman. We’re sharing why it’s so important to support one another in our personal projec...

Shelby and Erica celebrate a milestone of 15,000+ listens at the beginning of this week’s episode (S/O to the Melanin Fam.) We’re sharing our thoughts on if age really matters when dating, knowing when to rest on your journey to building your brand, and offering advice on how to recognize true friends. We’re leaving you with words of encouragement from Proverbs 16:3. Be sure to subscribe to our bl...

Shelby and Erica are back and they get right into with their thoughts on the bombs that #RHOA Porsha Williams dropped and the lack of girl code. We’re dishing on the importance of friendship and what makes a good friend, how we’re navigating doing more while holding down a 9-5, as well as dishing out advice on what to do when family or friends don’t support your journey. We’re leaving you with wor...

Shelby and Erica discuss why people come back post break up and why do some people rebound faster than others. We share how we come up with relevant content consistently, and how to go about starting from scratch at any age. We’re leaving you with words of wisdom from Psalm 126:5. Be sure to subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org. Submit your questions for our mentor moment segment by e...

Shelby and Erica discuss potential mistakes made when dating in the early stages, how to go about pitching a brand or podcast, and our advice on what to do if your man is intimidated because you make more money than he does. We're leaving you with words of encouragement from Isaiah 40:31. Be sure to subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org. Submit your questions for our mentor moment segm...

Shelby and Erica share their thoughts on sliding in DMs, dating apps, and match-making services. They also discuss how to overcome imposter syndrome, how to have difficult conversations with your partner and leave you with words of wisdom from 1 Peter 4:8. . Submit your questions for our mentor moment segment by emailing us at allthingsmelanintv@gmail. . Website: www.allthingsmelanin.org Thank you...

Shelby and Erica discuss the importance of taking advantage of your single season, how to choose collabs and partnerships that align with your brand, and how to have difficult conversations with a friend. We're leaving you with words of wisdom from Psalm 139:13-14. Be sure to subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org. Submit your questions for our mentor moment segment by emailing us at al...

Shelby and Erica discuss the signs to knowing if you're ready to be in a relationship or if you're not, the game plan we came up with to expand our podcast listenership, and why manifesting isn't enough. We're leaving you with words of encouragement from 1 Peter 5:10. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and connect with us on IG:@allthingsmelanin__. To...

Shelby and Erica share their thoughts on why people get caught up in the "talking" phase vs. the dating phase, why we decided to launch our podcast two years ago, and if it's petty or not to cut someone off that didn't show up for you in a tough season. We're leaving you with words of encouragement from Proverbs 19:21. or exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.or...

Shelby and Erica share their thoughts on Jazmine Sullivan's new Album, Heaux Tales, particularly their song Girl Like Me and if heauxs really win in the long run, how to work smarter and not harder on your journey, and ways to deal with overcoming depressive moods. We're leaving you with words of encouragement from 1 Peter 5:7. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthings...

We're almost a full month into 2021 and it's already A LOT. Shelby and Erica are catching up on everything that's occurred from the insurrection to the inauguration. We delve into our thoughts on saying "I love you" to a friend of the opposite sex, how to set goals for your brand, and our thoughts on if your friends are shady if they don't support your brand/business. We're leaving you with words...

As Shelby and Erica get ready to say goodbye to 2020, they reflect on what they've learned and let go when it comes to dating and their hopes for future relationships. We look back and celebrate our big and small wins from this year, how to overcome anxious feelings about the new year, and leave you with words of wisdom from Proverbs 3:5. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at ww...

Shelby and Erica share how to approach asking tough questions to your partner and communicating your thoughts effectively. We share how to create your own table/brand from scratch that's authentic to you, if reaching out to a friend you fell out with is a good idea, and leaving you with words of wisdom from Exodus 14:14. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin...

Shelby and Erica discuss if putting a title on their relationship is a dealbreaker for them or not. They share their experience as panelists leading a session for the Afros & Audios Podcast Festival, give our thoughts on whether you should re-open the door to failed friendships, and leave you with words of wisdom from Romans 8:28. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthi...

Shelby and Erica discuss the differences in how men and women are raised, and how that impacts their dating lives. We dive into how to create, launch and sustain your brand, our thoughts on moving in with your parents in this economy, and leaving you with words of wisdom from Galatians 6: 9 - 10. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and connect with us...

Shelby and Erica share the 5 stages of dating and what the hardest step to commit to is, taking a chance on yourself on your journey to building your dream life, and our thoughts on moving in with a partner. We're leaving you with words of wisdom from Psalms 46:5. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and connect with us on IG:@allthingsmelanin__. To sub...

Shelby and Erica discuss healing and overcoming heartbreak, how to overcome imposter syndrome on your journey, and how to work through hard times and be a team. Francheska Felder joins us for our Dreams & Connection Segment and shares her journey to building a media boutique, SwagHer Magazine & Media. We're leaving you words of wisdom from Joshua 1:9. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to o...

Shelby and Erica discuss toxic traits and triggers to be aware of when dating, knowing when to elevate or move on in your journey, and knowing when to let go of people who don't add to your life. We're leaving you with words of wisdom from Proverbs 31:25. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and connect with us on IG:@allthingsmelanin__. To submit a que...

We're back. This week, Shelby and Erica discuss their viewpoint on friendships and we dive into the importance of having good, genuine friends around, how to overcome microaggressions on your corporate journey as a Black woman, and the stigma associated with seeking therapy. We're leaving you with word of wisdom from Matthew 11:28. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our site at www.allth...

When it comes to dating and relationships, we're breaking down why the relationship we have with ourselves is so important in being confident when it comes to dating. We're celebrating All Things Melanin turning 3, our journey so far, lessons learned, and what's to come in year 3. We give listener advice on how to maintain purpose and happiness when you're not fulfilled, and leaving you with words...

This week we're sharing our thoughts on why it's so important to be equally yoked in relationships and what that really means, how to pivot successfully when needed, and our thoughts on dating a man with a child. We're leaving you with words of wisdom from Proverbs 3: 11-12. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our site at www.allthingsmelanin.org and connect with us on social media. To su...

This week, we're breaking down negative stigmas against Black Women when it comes to dating, how we and our brand have grown over the years, and how to remain optimistic in 2020 when it hasn't gone as planned. We're leaving you with words of encouragement from Psalm 23. For exclusive content and more, subscribe to our site at www.allthingsmelanin.org and connect with us on social media. To submit...