Talking Brown Sugar

There was a time when your neighbor knew your name, your grandmother's friend's son could check you, and the whole block had some say in how you turned out. Now? People wave and go inside. So what happened? In this episode of Talking Brown Sugar, Rajah and Angela trace the shift from community-deep living to hyperlocalized, mind-your-business culture and ask whether we gained peace or lost somethi...

Respect was everything in many households growing up. But was it actually respect, or was it fear wearing respect's clothes? In this episode of Talking Brown Sugar, Rajah and Angela get honest about how respect was defined in their home, what role fear played in how kids behaved, and how those early lessons show up in adult relationships decades later. Angela shares how her household ran on mutual...

Customer service used to feel personal. Now it feels like a transaction nobody wants to be part of. In this episode of Talking Brown Sugar, Rajah and her mom Angela break down what customer service used to look like genuine, warm, full of personality and why it's hitting so different now. They get into the real reasons behind the shift: AI threatening jobs, wages that haven't kept up with the cost...

What does rest really look like? And have Black women ever truly been allowed to have it? In this episode, Rajah and her mom Angela get real about what "soft life" and survival mode looked like across two generations. Angela shares how softness in her childhood meant having people who held things down for her and how that changed when it became her turn to hold things down. Rajah talks about recla...

In this episode of Talking Brown Sugar, Angela and Rajah get into the unspoken rules we grew up with and how those compare to the boundaries we’re learning to set now as adults. From “the look” at family gatherings to not being able to close your door, to learning (sometimes the hard way) that you don’t have to accept everything just to be a “good person”. This is honest and layered conversation a...

Some lessons came from the kitchen table. Some came from heartbreak. And some? We had to figure out the hard way that what we were taught wasn’t the whole truth. Angela and Rajah are back and they’re not easing in gently! In this episode, we’re getting into the gap between what we were handed and what we had to earn through experience the things our parents believed, the rules we followed without...

Angela and Rajah jam with "Walking on Sunshine" by Katrina And The Waves. We catch up on the news: the Tulsa Race Massacre Survivors seeking reparations, MLB adding Negro League statistics, Mexicós first female President, IKEA paying real money for virtual jobs in Roblox, Opal Lee the "Grandmother of Juneteenth" gifted new home after buying back family land, and The Pop Out - Ken & Friends show. W...

Today, Angela and Rajah are back with your favorite segments and laughs. Updates on the Baltimore Bridge survivors, family infected with worms after eating black bear meat, and do you remember calling your parents at their job growing up? Whether you're a regular listener or a first-time visitor, Talking Brown Sugar is your go-to podcast for all things sweet and spicy. Don't forget to subscribe an...

Today, Angela and Rajah shuffle through a stack of news stories in the Sugar Cubes segment: - Learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program's impact. - Discover how a weight loss drug could benefit those with sleep apnea. - Stay informed about the rise of leptospirosis in New York and the Crocs class action lawsuit. - Hear about the youngest judge in Pennsylvania and the Brooklyn Public Library'...

Today, Angela and Rajah set the tone with "Plus-Size Freestyle" by Samyra! A vibe and message! In the Sugar Bowl, Angela discusses shrinking products and rising prices, while Rajah chats about streaming ads. Then, in the Sugar Cubes, l news bites on topics like global plastic pollution talks and Halle Bailey's post-partum journey. During the Wellness Check, Angela encourages you to swap chemical-f...

Today Angela and Rajah bring you a fresh blend of historic news and rap beef updates! Kicking off the show with the infectious vibes of "Who's That Girl" by Eve. In the Sugar Bowl, Angela reviews Dr. Pepper Cotton Candy and her recent vacation in Oklahoma. Rajah takes a moment to express her gratitude, thanking Angela for sharing this space and doing the show together. Next up, in the Sugar Cubes...

Today Rajah is joined by special guest and bestie Jasmine! In the Sugar Bowl, or "Random Thoughts" segment Rajah and Jasmine keep it real, discussing the reality of recovering from people-pleasing and evolving. In the Sugar Cubes segment, major celebrity news, Aoki Lee Simmons' lessons in public relations, upcoming changes at Chick-fil-A, the first Black-owned children's bookstore closing amid dea...

Today Angela and Rajah serve up another fresh episode of Talking Brown Sugar! Kicking things off with the vibes of "Semi-Charmed Life" by Third Eye Blind, we dive into a sugar-coated discussion covering everything from dollar store finds to Jersey remixes of classic tunes. In the Wellness Check, we remind you to cover up for pollen season and the upcoming eclipse. But the main dish of this episode...

Today, Angela and Rajah take you on a rollercoaster of laughs, insights, and hot topics that'll keep you coming back for more. In our Sugar Bowl segment, Angela shares her accidental habit of using Febreeze on the wet setting and not the mist setting. Meanwhile, Rajah connects the dots about the days of layaway and infomercials, where "5 easy payments" were the norm and today's necessity of buy no...

Today, Angela and Rajah remind you that Easter and Palm Sunday are just around the corner. In Sugar Cubes, get a healthy dose of news including updates on Buy Now Pay Later schemes, the minimum age for strippers in Florida, the FDA's plan to ban BVO, Sasha Banks leaving WWE, the aging prison population, Philly's food share program, and why teens need you to log off. Rapping “Yeah Glo!” by...

Welcome to another short and sweet episode of "Talking Brown Sugar"! In the Sugar Bowl segment, Angela and Rajah remind you that Easter is on March 31, not April, so don't get caught with your chocolate bunnies in the wrong basket! In our Sugar Cubes, aka The News, segment, we're spilling the tea on Charlotte Stingray's unexpected pregnancy by sharks – yes, you heard that right! Plus, find out why...

Angela and Rajah are serving up another episode reflecting on the Super Bowl, unpacking the latest Henrietta Lacks settlement, and exploring trusted Black superstitions. Pop in for an unfiltered, laughter-filled conversation and share the superstitions you follow with us! Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube @talkingbrownsugar. Have a business to promote? Email us at talkin...

Join Angela & Rajah for our 50th-episode! Slide in with our version of a popular trend, sports adjacent scoops, and a woman on the street treat discussing Super Bowl LVIII predictions and tailgating picks. Who do you think will win the Super Bowl this year? Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube @talkingbrownsugar. Have a business to promote? Email us at talkingbrown.sugar@gm...

Angela and Rajah take you on a short and sweet journey through North Carolina's inventions on Talking Brown Sugar! Hear about the genius behind BC Headache Powder's marketing strategy and Krispy Kreme Doughnuts during the main discussion. Tune in, chill with our cool cats at the mid-show check-in, and let's celebrate the legacy of NC together! Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Y...

Angela and Rajah groove into the show with a snippet from what popular 90's sitcom theme song? In the Sugar Bowl, Angela warns about random QR codes while Rajah spills what triggers her trypophobia and spoils her multitasking. Get ready for Sugar Cubes, aka The News, from the Katt Williams and Shannon Sharpe interview to Boosie's take on "The Color Purple" and a 13-year-old Tetri...

Today, Angela and Rajah kick off the Talking Brown Sugar podcast with the classic "Electric Slide" by Marcia Griffiths. In the Sugar Bowl, Angela reflects on the comfort of the past, while Rajah explores the principle of doing right by oneself and others. In Sugar Cubes a.k.a. The News, catch the FDA's approval of a sickle cell cure, Henrietta Lacks' legacy, transformative wheelchairs, Walt Disney...

Today, Angela and Rajah sing encouragement and cover a mix of news during the Sugar Cubes segment. Share your thoughts on the latest about Sesame Workshop explain addiction to kids, disciplinary inequities in Durham Schools, brain implants help survivors of significant brain injuries, 3-year cruise cancellation, Renaissance box office and Blue Ivy's motivation, GTA 6 trailer, grilled ice, Red Lobs...

Today, Angela and Rajah share random thoughts about self-checkout, driving in the fast lane, and automated customer service agents. The main discussion taps into the evolving topic of parenting and importance of community in light of the viral events: T.I. and King Harris and a concerning local story. Recall 80's trends in music and fashion to combat winter blues during the wellness check. Sta...

Today Angela and Rajah shoot the breeze over enjoying life, random thoughts, current events, and preparing for winter. Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @talkingbrownsugar.  Have a business to promote? Email us at talkingbrown.sugar@gmail.com for a Sweet Deets mention - there's room for everyone to eat! 🍧 Sweet Deets Mention: Book Blast Italian Icees for your next event!...

Today Angela and Rajah discuss pumpkin spice and everything nice about how NC cities rank in zombie survival. 📝 Show Note: iZombie Cookbook Season 1 Stay connected with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @talkingbrownsugar.  Have a business to promote? Email us at talkingbrown.sugar@gmail.com for a sweet Deets mention - there's room for everyone to shine! 🧽 Sweet Deets Mention: Schedule your...