Kocktails with Kiya and Friends

Kocktails With Kiya and Friends!🍹

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Come and take a sip of reality with a diverse panel of four women from South Florida who explore popular culture, relationships, self discovery, and all things in between! 👑 With co-hosts and guests providing intellectual and grounded insight, you'll resonate with these conversations over delicious, custom cocktails to match! Enjoy!🍹

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Kocktails with Kiya and Friends

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S2: Ep. 17: "Queen N Slim movie review!" 🎬👑 04.12.2019 1:26:30

We discuss the several layers within the powerful movie, Queen n Slim! From black love to police brutality to dealing with personal trauma, we learn the joy and pain of 2 ppl on the run from the law together! Tune in to hear our insight about this circumstance! Enjoy!🍹🗣 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send your requests to: Kocktailswithkiyaandf...

S2: Ep. 16: "What is Thanksgiving to You?" 26.11.2019 1:31:41

It is our week of Thanksgiving holiday! We discuss the dark history behind the holiday, what does Thanksgiving mean to us? And etiquette for holiday gatherings with the family! Dropping gems once again! Lol! Enjoy! 🍹 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send your requests to: Kocktailswithkiyaandfriends@gmail.com

S2: Ep. 15: "Throwback Snacks and Male BC!" 21.11.2019 52:57

We have an impromptu discussion about throwback snacks growing up as well as a new birth control pill for men!! Tune in and enjoy! 🍹 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send your requests to: Kocktailswithkiyaandfriends@gmail.com

S2: Ep. 14: "You Learned Anything or Nah? 08.11.2019 58:39

Tonight's episode was focused on recapping the year 2019 thus far! Why wait til December 31st? We discuss our trials and triumphs and what we are planning to do moving forward into 2020 because the time is NOW!!! ENJOY!🍹 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send your requests to: Kocktailswithkiyaandfriends@gmail.com

S2: Ep. 13: "We shallow or nah?" 22.10.2019 1:32:38

The KWK ladies and FB Live audience confess to dating preferences most would consider shallow! From not ironing their clothes to not having a car, take a sip and listen! Enjoy!! 🗣🍹 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send your requests to: Kocktailswithkiyaandfriends@gmail.com

S2: Ep. 12: "Wale's Album Review of "Wow, That's Crazy " 16.10.2019 59:59

We discuss 3 songs from Wale's new album titled "Wow, that's crazy" in regards to black men's mental health, relationship, racism, and entertainment industry issues that he endures! He uplifts black women and the black community through his lyrics, this album is refreshing and worthy of praise! Enjoy! 👑🎶🎙🗣🍷 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Pl...

S2: Ep. 11: "Mystery Topic!" 🧐🗣🍹 05.10.2019 1:48:18

Tonight we asked the audience for topic ideas and pulled 3 topics out of a hat 🎩 to discuss!! A fun and innovative segment, we hope that you learn and enjoy our Mystery Topic discussion!! 🍹 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send your requests to: Kocktailswithkiyaandfriends@gmail.com

S2: Ep. 10: "Dating Anxiety!" 24.09.2019 1:59:52

Tonight we discuss the uncomfortable feelings and experiences involved with dating today! We also discuss coping and healing mechanisms to face our dating fears! This episode is vulnerable, it's honest, and it's riveting. We hope to positively impact you with our confessions and advice about this undying topic! Enjoy!🍹

S2: Ep. 9: "Work Hard, Vacation Harder!" 22.09.2019 1:57:54

Tonight at Kocktails with Kiya and Friends, we discuss our experiences with traveling and planning for vacations! We share stories about our therapeutic travel vibes as well as what dangers to avoid while wandering! Live on Facebook, we interact with our engaging audience about this popular topic! Enjoy!🍹 Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send you...

S2: Ep. 8: "Soul Ties!" 28.08.2019 58:50

Hey Kocktailers!! Let's talk soul ties!! What is a soul tie? Do you have any? How do you remove a soul tie when it becomes toxic? Tune in and enjoy!🍹Want to be a guest? Do you have a topic suggestion? NO PROBLEM! Please feel free to send your requests to: Kocktailswithkiyaandfriends@gmail.com

S2: Ep. 7: "Soulmates" 26.08.2019 1:29:11

We discuss our views on soulmates! Platonically and romantically! Enjoy!🍹

S2: Ep. 6: "Female Social Behavior!" 21.08.2019 1:57:43

We discuss our experiences with encountering new female personalities and how we interact with our friendship circles, etc. With special guests friends Mike and Steven joining in on the conversation! We go live on Facebook and answer viewer's questions as well! Let's learn and teach all in one convo! Enjoy! 🍹

S2: Ep. 5: "The Women's Perspective: They Ask, We Answer!" 02.08.2019 1:54:21

Episode # 5 is in response to last week's segment on getting a man's perspective on behavior, social interactions, relationships, etc! We go Live on Facebook and record the segment where men are asking us the questions! Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of konversations! Enjoy!🍹

S2: Ep. 4: "The Men's Perspective! We Ask, They Answer!" 27.07.2019 1:56:26

We aim to bridge the miscommunication gap between the sexes by asking three men in their 30's questions about relationships, behavioral interactions, and personal experiences! Also featuring our dear good friend Teresa for stopping by to partake in the conversation! For a better understanding of the male species! Enjoy! 🍹 Warning ⚠️ Excessive laughter and learning! 👏🏾😂

S2: Ep. 3: "Pink Punk! Toxic Feminism!" 03.07.2019 58:34

We are discussing the origin of feminism, how it wasnt meant for black women, and we spring into current feminist movements that can be crippling to relationships with our fellow men! Kocktail of the Evening is "Pink Punk"🤗 Enjoy!🍹

S2: Ep. 2: "Toxic Masculinity" 👨🏽 27.06.2019 53:54

The Kocktail Gang and the host's father take on a psychoanalytical approach to understanding erroneous masculine behavior! Kocktail of the Night: Dark N Stormy ⛈ Enjoy!! 🍹

S2: Ep. 1: "Perception By Social Influences" 20.06.2019 39:53

We are baaack!! Season 2 Ep#1 we are discussing how our social environments have shaped our perception of the world and the people in it from friendship to dating and all things in between!! ENJOY! 🍹

*Season 1 Finale* S1: Ep. 17: "Depression in Men" 29.05.2019 1:38:03

We bring season 1 to an end with an insightful conversation with my oldest brother Akil. A 34 year old male who opens up about his battle with depression from it being taboo for men to express themselves, to seeking awareness, and consistent treatment! Kocktails with Kiya gang recaps mental health awareness month and look forward to Season 2 in 2 weeks! We've only just begun! Thanks for the suppor...

S1: Ep. 16: "Living and Coping with Mental Illness" 14.05.2019 51:17

More konversations about mental illness from a man's perspective! Ankoma elaborates on his diagnosis and his awareness!! Enjoy! 🍹

S1: Ep. 15: "Intro to Mental Health Awareness!" 08.05.2019 55:33

May is Mental Health Awareness Month! This week's episode discussion touches base on mental health issues as taboo, therapy as a stigma, and the role of the black church regarding this major topic!! Speaking from experience, I have a special guest who is dear to me, who is sharing her story! Accompanied by other insightful friends, we invite you to take the time to listen to this indepth discussio...

S1: Ep. 14: "The Bully Epidemic!" 02.05.2019 56:51

Child on child bullying is causing an uproar today amongst kids in grade school and beyond! Friends and I discuss recent child suicides, erratic behavior, and mood changes in children dealing with these toxic encounters. Listen as we provide experience, insight, and suggestions regarding this ongoing issue! Creating awareness creates change! Enjoy! 🍹

S1: Ep. 13: Divorce and Beyond! Through the Lens of Two Different Generations!" 25.04.2019 57:10

Episode 13: Two guests, my friend and my father, speak from experience regarding divorce! Receive both of their perspectives while they drop gems about the "D" word! Other respected guests give input as well!! Enjoy! 🍹

S1: Ep. 12: "Marriage & Divorce" 💍💔🙏🏾 18.04.2019 1:25:13

In this episode we draw input from those who are married and/or divorced. We discuss the beginning stages with guests Mr. and Mrs. Rowland and good friend Alexis Curtis, on how how to remain an independent person while becoming one with your spouse, red flags, GOD, prayer, and life after divorce!! Enjoy!🍹🤗👏🏾

S1: Ep. 11: "Boundaries and Judging Book Covers" 10.04.2019 1:26:38

Amazing guests and I discuss having encounters with homosexual friends, etc. and what behaviors are acceptable regarding dating a friend's ex or old fling! And finally we judge a book by its cover! Listen to see how! A featured Kocktail Drink is shared. Enjoy!🍹

S1: Ep. 10: "Hussle and Beyond!" 02.04.2019 1:00:01

A few guests and I discuss the recent passing of Nipsey Hussle, dating with kids, and sexual maturity! Enjoy! 🍹