Red Flags Everywhere

Love, dating, heartbreak, healing — and all the messy moments in between. This heartbreakingly hilarious podcast dives into the red flags we miss, the cycles we repeat, and the tools we need to grow. Hosted by actor and failed relationship expert James Arthur M., it brings raw honesty, pop culture, and Black queer perspective to relationships, identity, and self-worth. This trailer offers a taste...

What better way to start 2025 than by reflecting on the past and setting intentions for the future? This week, James and Sarah are celebrating the Red Flags Everywhere one-year anniversary with a special New Year episode! From relationship goals to vision boards, they're diving deep into what they've learned, what they're letting go of, and how they're leveling up for the year ahead. Together, the...

What do you do when your ex comes back into your life like a ghost from the past? Well, James is being haunted by the ex of all exes—the one who inspired this very podcast! To help him unpack this unexpected twist, he's calling in backup from his sista friend, Mackenzie Green. Together, they dive into the big questions: Do you respond? Do you block? And most importantly, how do you trust your gut...

Ever wonder how faith, intention, and a little vulnerability can transform the way you approach love? And what happens when a "wild meet-cute" throws all your carefully curated plans out the window? This week on Red Flags Everywhere, we're joined by the hilarious and insightful Sade Spence, who brings her signature humor and wisdom to a conversation about navigating modern love. From her jaw-dropp...

In the wake of a tumultuous election season and a world brimming with uncertainty, how do we protect our peace, foster love, and build connections that matter?  This week we're joined by the brilliant Shantira Jackson—writer, comedian, and voice of resilience—as we dive into navigating relationships, identity, and self-care amidst world turmoil. Shantira opens up about finding joy and love in the...

Ever felt ready to call it quits on dating apps, exhausted from swiping through red flags and fleeting connections? This week, we're diving deep into the dating trenches with Marvel's own Ray Lowe, who found her person after almost giving up on online dating. From identifying red flags to recognizing the surprising green lights, Ray's story is all about resilience and self-growth. She shares the f...

  Have you ever felt like you were cosplaying in your own life, playing different roles in your relationships, and ignoring the red flags in the process? Today, we're joined by the incredibly talented Judy Stephens, producer, co-creator of the Women of Marvel podcast, and author of Cosplay the Marvel Way. From her experience navigating cosplay culture to advocating for diverse voices at Marvel, Ju...

We're joined by the talented JP Karliak—voice of iconic characters like Morph from X-Men '97, the Joker, Boss Baby (Netflix) the Green Goblin, and many more. JP shares his personal experiences navigating red flags, balancing mental and emotional well-being, and embracing the chaos of life. We also dive into queer/straight friend dynamics, JP's unforgettable wedding and the compromises that made it...

Have you ever ignored a glaring red flag, hoping things would magically work out, only to find yourself trapped in yet another relationship disaster? You're not alone! In this episode, we're joined by Brianna McCabe, author of The Red Flags I've Ignored , to help us dive deep into the red flags we often overlook and why we ignore them. Brianna shares personal stories and insights from her book, re...

Have you ever found yourself endlessly swiping left on dating apps, wondering why nothing clicks? Or maybe you've seen the red flags but kept going anyway—only to end up in a relationship horror story that you can't believe you survived. You're not alone. In today's episode, we're here with Josh Saleh, my brother from another mother! Josh is a fellow entertainment host—who also hosts for Marvel. ...

As we dive headfirst into Hot Boy Summer, we're excited to tackle a topic that affects us all: rejection. Today, we're thrilled to have Damon Jacobs, our resident therapist and mental health expert, guide us through understanding and overcoming the fear of rejection. Join us as Damon shares his profound insights on vulnerability, inner strength, and the importance of embracing rejection to grow pe...

We sit down with the dynamic Attorney Symone Redwine, a powerful trial attorney, law professor, aspiring comedian, and legal commentator. Known for her blend of sharp legal acumen and bold Southern attitude, Symone shares her insights on the red flags people often ignore in legal disputes. From the necessity of prenups to the importance of background checks, Symone provides invaluable advice for n...

As we dive headfirst into Hot Boy Summer, we're thrilled to have the expert guidance of Tammy Shaklee, founder and certified matchmaker at H4M Matchmakers, and a leading LGBTQ relationship expert. Join us as Tammy helps navigate the dating world, sharing her journey into matchmaking, and focusing on supporting the LGBTQ community. Discover common red flags people often overlook, learn why compatib...

Today we welcome the multi-talented Matt McConkey, actor, writer, and co-host of the "Homophilia" podcast and host of "Just Like Matt." We dive into a candid discussion about mental health, including James' recent breakthrough and recovery. Matt gives us his tips for breaking relationship patterns through his acrynom HABITT. Plus, Matt shares his journey to finding lasting love and offers tips for...

We're tackling a topic that's all too familiar: the delicate dance between our friends and our significant others. Join us as we dive deep into the murky waters of friend-partner compatibility. Why is it that sometimes the people we love most just can't seem to get along? Are there underlying tensions we're unaware of, or is it simply a clash of personalities? Is it possible to maintain harmony be...

Join us on a celestial odyssey as we delve into the fascinating world of astrology with the brilliant astrostoryteller, Renee Nichols of Astrology by Renee. In this episode, we'll explore the profound impact of astrology on our romantic connections, uncovering red flags, and recurring patterns in past relationships. Ever wondered how astrology influences compatibility or conflict in relationships?...

Ever felt like your workplace is more of a battleground than a professional environment? Us too! Inspired by Nickelodeon's 'Quiet on Set' documentary, we're diving into workplace dynamics. From toxic environments to red flags, we're sharing experiences, discussing why we've stayed, and like any bad relationship, this signs it's time to leave when that workplace is no longer serving you. With insig...

What are the worst professions to date? Brace yourselves as we spill the tea on which careers have us expertly dodging red flags left, right, and center.  Curious about the link between career choices and relationship success? Prepare to have your questions answered as we dive deep, shedding light on our own experiences, as well as the data, uncovering the professions with the highest divorce rate...

Our special guest, from Bachelor Nation, is non other than Tessa Tookes, here for an an eye-opening discussion packed with love, resilience, and the pursuit of authenticity in the midst of fame and challenges! Join us as Tessa, known for her journey on Season 26 of The Bachelor and Season 2 of Canada's Bachelor in Paradise , shares candid insights into the rollercoaster ride of searching for love...

Should you get back together with your ex? Have you ever been petty during a breakup? Is your partner a black hole or a binary star? How do you know when to leave? What do you do if your friends boo is cheating on them? We answer all these questions and more with comedian Glorelys Mora fresh out of a three year situationship and has some learning lessons and wisdom to part on to you all! She ultim...

It's our Valentine's Day episode and we have actor and social media's Earl of Dad Jokes Lucas Alifano to help us through! Have you ever had a good Valentine's Day? A bad one? We talk about some of our best and worst. We continue talking about: is it possible to be friends with your ex? How does forgiveness come into play? We unpack and get to the root of how in some relationships we lose ourselves...

It's time to let our light shine today, and to help us do that it's life coach and podcast host of Shine on, Sista Jennifer Covington! Jen is a rarity in that she was able to make her long distance relationship work! She shares her journey, and how she had to put herself first. She lays down some important questions you have to ask yourself when in a relationship, and if you're not sure if you sho...

Today we answer the question: can you be friends with your ex? To help answer that question we bring on one of James' ex's, Paul Chapple. We've talked about him on the show before and now you'll hear his side- as there's always two sides to every story. James and Paul unpack their relationship, taking us through how it all began, the highs, the lows, the challenges, how it ended, and ultimately ho...

As we head into an election year we got a listener question that asks is it even possible to date someone of a different political ideology in today's climate? What's the best approach in asking someone's political affiliation? Does it matter?  Well to help answer that we have political news junkie  Ben Randle who we've dubbed our political analyst, to help us answer and dive into that question. W...

She's Back by popular demand! You know her you love her, it's Nnekay Fitzclarke form our first episode, my former co-host of MInority Korner and a current librarian/dating profile setup pro- here to give us some tips for setting up our dating profiles- new year new us, new profile- and she has the credentials as an expert profile builder. She not only met her husband who she's been with for over 1...