The Friend Zone

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We discuss purpose. Is it a concept you buy into? Black Business of the Week - http://www.haremesque.com Wellness Segment - Curl Mix - https://www.curlmix.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Away - Away products are designed to last a lifetime: If any part of your suitcase breaks, Away’s standout customer service team will arrange to have it...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the Dustin Ross takeover! We discuss open relationships and marriages. Black Business of the Week - Mandii B’s new women’s health subscription service https://www.officialboxowner.com Wellness Segment: Acure Clarifying Shampoo https://acure.com/curiously-clarifying-shampoo.html Rizos Curls - https://rizoscurls.com Curl Mix - https://www.curlmix.com Thank you to ou...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss The Social Dilemma documentary on Netflix, racist algorithms and brands taking advantage of black creators. Wellness Segment - Blue Light Glasses for Kids https://www.calmoptics.com Black Business of the Week - https://www.instagram.com/marcellelashleykabore Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segment. In other words, brace yourself. 15% discount off The Skin Deep Card Game: http://theskindeep.refr.cc/francheskamedina Thank you to our Sponsors: Sanvello - Taking care of your mental health shouldn’t be stressful. And with Sanvello, it isn’t. Sanvello has everything you need to feel better, all in one place, inc...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. Remember when we would have random ass ice breakers during the show? They’re back - as a Hot Button segment. Black Business of the Week - https://parisbeautysupplyz.com Wellness Segment - The Skin Deep https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMseH1ZPtQQu-u7EB4ehyyw Thank you to our Sponsors: Hulu’s Woke - Because “keeping it light...

On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we look back at 5 years of The Friend Zone Podcast - the business lessons, personal development and the many ways this show has impacted our lives. Black Business of the Week: Aziza Handcrafted Jewelry https://azizahandcrafted.com Wellness Segment: Bookclub thread https://twitter.com/HeyFranHey/status/1276325375790985219?s=20 Thank you to our Sponsors: Bel...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a Dustin Ross takeover. We finally created that reference episode we’ve been talking about. An inside look at our inside jokes. Black Business of the Week - https://www.rhythmandflame.com Wellness Segment - Resources for Lake Charles, Louisiana during the Hurricane Laura crisis. https://givebox.com/swlacenterforhealthservices54062 https://joeldjacob.c...

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - Movies In Your Car https://www.moviesinyourcar.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Imani State of Mind - Imani State of Mind is a new podcast that breaks down mental health and wellness in an accessible and approachable way! The show is h...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We discuss Cardi + Meg’s WAP and go down memory lane of the most sexually explicit and controversial songs of our time. Black Business of the Week - The Artist Kit https://www.studiothr333.com/shop/theartistkit Thank you to our Sponsors: Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes, food is more than just food – it’s part of our com...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Dustin Ross takeover. We step into The Crime Zone with the case of a missing Andrew Gosden. Black Business of the Week: Studio Yezi Crowdfunding https://jumpstarter.co.za/projects/sola-the-animated-short Thank you to our Sponsors: Ben & Jerry’s - The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Their new Non-dairy flavors ar...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss Sobonfu Some’s, “The Spirit of Intimacy”. What role does spirit (if any), your life’s purpose and community of friends play in the partner’s you decide to be with? No worries if you haven’t read the book - everything will be explained. Black Business of the Week - Devine Plantery https://www.devineplantery.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Discover Card Cash Ba...

On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we're hanging out and shooting the shit. And sad af because we recorded a hilarious episode that was lost this week. Black Business of the Week - Mercy Life Apparel https://www.instagram.com/mercylifeandapparel Thank you to our Sponsors: US Bank - This episode is brought to you by ‘Real Good,’ a podcast by U.S. Bank. When COVID-19 hit, U.S. Bank rushed to...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assanté Smith takeover. We discuss whether or not 2020 has shifted our concept of time and how that will change our lives moving forward. Black Business of the Week - Seasonings and Rubs https://www.masterflier.com Wellness Segment - Restorative Yoga for Collective Trauma - Yoga by Biola https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFeTH2eox1o&t=1699s Than...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Dustin Ross Pop Culture rundown. We discuss everything from Jada and August to Lil Wayne and 50 Cent. Black Business of the Week: The Genoa Company https://instagram.com/thegenoaco?igshid=gtp9h736v3m7 Wellness Segment: The Barrio Fridge https://www.gofundme.com/f/TheBarrioFridge?utm_medium=email&utm_source=product&utm_campaign=p_email+4904...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we share our experiences with overt, covert and systemic racism. Stories ranging from trying to get apartments in NYC, racist co-workers, bosses and teachers gaslighting us, to traveling to white neighborhoods for groceries. Black Business of the Week: https://seeinblack.com Wellness Segment: Bookclub pick for July - The Spirit of Intimacy by Sobonfu Somé...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - Black Owned Online Plant Shops https://www.instagram.com/p/CBb7SmdFPes Thank you to our Sponsors: Ben & Jerry’s - The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Their new Non-dairy flavors are the perfec...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We discuss the pros and cons of being social media entrepreneurs and general everyday users. As well as some new “data integrity” policies that may change the way we use the internet forever. Watch The Friend Zone Live on IGTV - https://www.instagram.com/tv/CBRvuT5gwIU Black Business of the Week - https://www.theokraproject...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Dustin Ross takeover. We discuss Meginae McCain not knowing what she’s talking about, ever, and how it inspires us to get some rest. Black Business of the Week - Good Vibes All Purpose Cleaner https://shop.goodvibesclean.com Wellness Segment - https://liberatemeditation.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Ben & Jerry’s - Check out the Ben & Jer...

This week on #TheFriendZone, we share our thoughts on looting vs peaceful protesting, police strategically placing bricks and hammers around the city, influencers doing it for the gram and more. Wellness Segment - Community Resources: Mental Health Professionals working Pro Bono https://twitter.com/ajscribes/status/1267142268571410433?s=20 Lawyers Assisting Arrested Protestors Pro Bono https://twi...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the sh*t episode. No segments. No hot button issue. Just whatever comes up as we go. Black Business of the Week - Resume Builder GrammarGoddessNYC@gmail.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Ben & Jerry’s - Ben & Jerry’s three new Non-Dairy Frozen Desserts are a new twist on vegan euphoria. So many Non-Dairy flavors, so little time. Ben &...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assanté Smith takeover. We share stories of finding new love interests, hooking up and dating during quarantine. Black Business of the Week - Plant Subscription Service https://grounded-plants.com Wellness Segment - Laughter is the best Medicine https://www.tiktok.com/@jasonderulo Thank you to our Sponsors: Planned Parenthood - Right now, the last...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Dustin Ross takeover. He uses the Real Housewives of Atlanta Reunion Special as the backdrop to a conversation about friends, expectations and the shame of friend breakups. Black Business of the Week - Hand Sanitizer Gel http://ixorabb.com/Hand-Sanitizer-Gel_p_138.html Wellness Segment - A Meditative Mind YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/us...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we get into our psychology bag. A discussion around the dangers of being raised as the “good kid” in the household, and the mental and emotional challenges that appear later in life, as a result. Twitter clip from the Hot Button Segment - https://twitter.com/meenaharris/status/1255224716178198529?s=21 Black Business of the Week - Wired Foundations http://w...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, there’s no hot button. No segments. We freestyle and talk about whatever comes up. Aliens, Robot popstars, the Mars project, and more funny randomness. Black Business of the Week - The XD Experience on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/thexdexperience Thank you to our Sponsors: Door Dash - Delivery is more than just pizza in 2020. With a selection of your fa...

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. Still thawing out from 4/20 festivities, brace yourselves trying to follow along. Black Business of the Week - Career Coaching Resource https://doublemcoaching.com Wellness Segment - Free mental health resources: Liberate - Meditation app for POC https://liberatemeditation.com Headspace - Guided meditations, breathing and s...