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Hey, ya'll! This week was a doozy dealing with car maintenance issues. But I was able to see the glass as half full when I encountered an interesting Lyft driver in the process. I also touch on an encounter between Michael B. Jordan and a media host named Lore'l shared on the Creed III premiere carpet. It shows you should be kind to your peers as you never know where life will take you or...

Love was in the air this week! And today I reflect on the new love in my life and how it's helping me grow into the best version of myself. Thanks for tuning in!

Rihanna is iconic and so was her Super Bowl performance. Let's talk about it! This week I also discuss how sometimes people can project their own insecurities and self-doubts onto you. It's not your job though to dim your shine to make them feel more comfortable. Shine bright always. Thanks for listening!

It is so important to make spaces safe and inclusive for the LGBTQ+ community. However, I feel some things are becoming so neutralized that it actually begins to exclude cis-gendered women. I also talk a little about the constant bigoted uproar that gay representation in the media causes. And I touch on my newfound love for The Walking Dead.

I'm back ya'll! This week I celebrated my 34th birthday. It was low-key and full of people I love. I'm also on vacation all week and it is a much needed break from work. Today I discuss body image. How I handle mine and my issue with the way I've heard it talked about among women at work and my family. I also touch on my recent sleep apnea diagnosis. Thanks for listening!

I finally went to a restaurant on my list called Din Tai Fung. Blue is on the fence about it but I thought it was delicious. I recommend it and will be going back. I also briefly touch on the Golden Globes and my thoughts on Abbott Elementary. Today's main topic is "cancel culture" and digital footprints. How much should past social media posts affect someone's current life?

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2023 looks bright! I hope you all had a great holiday season and spent it exactly how you wanted to. And welcome back to the podcast! Today I discuss making new year's resolutions and those who think it's a waste of time. I don't see the harm in it but it can be a little cringe when people go about it the wrong way. I also talk about the viral chipotle hack situation an...

Last episode of the year, ya'll! Let's chat a bit about the unfortunate passing of Stephen "Twitch" Boss. His suicide comes as a shock and goes to show you don't really know what people are dealing with inside. I also became an instant new fan of the podcast Crime Junkie. It's a stellar show and is super interesting! But it also is inspiring and I'm taking close notes o...

I have seen the light and at the end is a fat chai tea latte with oat milk and sugar cookie syrup! This week let's chat about the teaser trailer for "You People" starring Nia Long, Lauren London, Eddie Murphy, and Jonah Hill. Some think the casting choice leaves a lot to be desired. And let's also discuss the viral Labor & Delivery nurses whose bad judgment and eagerness to par...

Welcome back, you guys! Let's talk about what a chore it is these days to get a simple full set and a pedicure. Why is it such a pain in the ass all of a sudden? I must be getting old. LOL I also talk about an experience I had this weekend with Blue's kids. They're super sweet and things are moving in a great direction.

I hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving holiday with their friends and family! Mine was wonderful and relaxing. Today I discuss the recent controversy surrounding Chris Brown, the AMA's, and Kelly Rowland. Also, I dive into my opinion of the current state of music and my decision to give up on the hope of it all and cling to the tunes of yesteryear.

Congratulations to Karen Bass! It's a groundbreaking moment for LA! Unfortunately, some of my coworkers do not share the same sentiment. This week I discuss why it's not always great to share your opinions at work. Even if you work in a friendly environment. I also discuss my experience with the last guy I dated right before Blue. It crashed and burned in an intense way but it paved the wa...

Blue met my grandma so I guess things are pretty serious now. =) He also met my auntie and it all went so well! I also share some stories of people who've stolen from companies I've worked for. I cannot imagine risking everything for a few bucks from my job! Thanks for listening!

There is one friendship that ended in my life that I have to take sole responsibility for. Let's talk about Tasha and how I dropped the ball on our budding bond. I also discuss the phase in our lives where we throw birthday dinners for ourselves and why I stopped doing that after 25. Additionally, I touch on breaking out my crockpot for the first time and making some delicious chili. Do you th...

Hey guys! I'm finally back! And of course, I have a story to tell. My father's fiancée got in touch with me with a request and my head is still spinning. So sorry for the lack of episodes these last two weeks. I missed ya'll.

My vacation week has been everything I wanted it to be. Relaxing and just the right amount of fun. My mom and I tried out Fogo De Chao, Blue met my mom finally, and Blue and I had a throwback date day that included watching one of the creepiest movies I've ever seen. Thanks for listening!

I'm finally on vacation, ya'll! Today we talk a bit about what I have planned. We also talk about some viral videos and trends I've seen this week. Lastly, I give a hot take on bitter ex-nerds and how their hurt feelings dictate how they interact with women now.

This week was my mom's birthday! Love you, Virgo Queen! I also discuss what it was like to try to find new girlfriends on the Bumble app. Spoiler Alert: it did not go well! I sing more of Blue's praises obviously but it made me realize I've never been able to do that before. I love it here. Stay tuned to the end for a mini tarot card pull!

This week was like the twilight zone. I officially HATE driving in Los Angeles! I am also officially aspiring to be a part of the stay-at-home mom club one day. I used to think that was a no-no, but different strokes for different folks!

Imagine being mad about a mythical creature? Embarrassing. Blue and I are gearing up for a turnaround trip to Monterey Bay! I also have realized that I've been doing Disneyland days all wrong. I'm on a mission to fix that!

Short episode this week ya'll! Someone hacked my abandoned Grubhub account and went to town in their trailer park! I hope you all are staying cool as possible in this heat wave. Labor Day signals the end of Summer and ushers in Fall. Fall means...comfort tv! Happy Birthday, Queen Bey!

Do you know your relationship attachment style? Mine is anxious and it's a bitch to work through. Also, Blue has some very specific rules when it comes to the Halloween holiday. I guess I'll have to get on board!

My car got broken into this week. People suck. The housing market in California is depressing. Could there be more opportunities for the quality of life I want in other states? What do you get when you cross a cheater, an asshole, and a former American Idol contestant? A party in my DM's apparently.

I'm dating a whole grown-ass man, ya'll. I love it here. Today I talk about some relationship developments between Blue and me. I also get a little into my new OBGYN of choice and how driving these days is SCARY.

Today I talk about my absentee father, my first time meeting him, and how I believe it shaped me for the better.