Tamiyah, Esther, Ta'Lissa, Ariana, Shakima

While You Were Scrolling...

Society EN ↓ 327 episodes

Conversations from five Black women that run the gamut of books, films, tv show recaps, pop culture events and everything in between. Come for the witty takes and reviews but leave with an appreciation of what makes Black friendship beautiful.

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Tamiyah, Esther, Ta'Lissa, Ariana, Shakima

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Society

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

The Nap Hour - Milestones Galore 22.08.2022

Our hosts go over what constitutes a milestone. Ways to leverage both kids' and parent's strengths to support those milestones. Potential struggles when it feels like you're not doing enough to help them achieve said milestones. And finally, how each child should ultimately follow their own timeline. Along the way, we marvel at how fast kiddos pick up on new words, discover how one of our hosts (a...

WYWS: Sea of Ruin - Recap & Review 17.08.2022

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading: Sea of Ruin by Pam Godwin

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 6 & 7 15.08.2022

In this WNTT segment, we debate the state of William's relationship with his controlling partner, and the appeal of Joan's relationship with her celebrity one. Are there benefits to having either as a partner? Should there be a limit to which your friends can interfere with your love life? And what would we do if put in the same circumstances? Listen in as we talk relationships, boundaries and pre...

WNTT Mini Ep: FAN or FANATIC? Beyoncé's Renaissance and so much more 10.08.2022

Inspired by the drop of Beyoncé's newest album, this week we touch on fanaticism, and our own mini obsessions in the past and present. 

The Nap Hour - Vacation Mode 08.08.2022

Tips on packing? Best time of day for an 8-hour car drive? Strong opinions on playgrounds? You'll find our thoughts to all of these topics and then some more. 

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 4 & 5 01.08.2022

This week we are introduced to the beginnings of Williams "nephew-son" and Joan's new beau. We also see Lynn being fully forced into adulting for the first time in the series, and Maya refusing to reveal her relationship troubles to her mother. Each scenario inspiring conversations around the LGBTQ+ community, trust in relationships, and boundaries being as essential as breathing. THIS is an episo...

WNTT Mini Ep: Setting Boundaries vs. Being Selfish 27.07.2022

This week's mini topic delves into the guilt we all feel when people-pleasing is our norm, and boundaries are truly foreign. Listen and learn with us as we promote one "no" at a time.

The Nap Hour - Apologies for the Ages 25.07.2022

For many parents, apologizing to our kids is a foreign concept. In this episode, we discuss what is actually an apology, our viewpoints on whether apologies are worth it, and have a deep discussion on the purpose of apologies in our day-to-day lives. 

WYWS: Crescent City 1 - House of Earth and Blood - Recap & Review 18.07.2022

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading: Crescent City: House of Earth and Blood by Sarah J. Maas

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 2 & 3 14.07.2022

In this episode we talk about Lynn mooching off her friends again, William trying to be a tough guy, Maya still struggling to restore her relationship, and Toni's insecurities reaching a whole new level. Tune in to hear our views on how this crew is functioning so far in this season.

WNTT Mini Ep: What cosmetic procedures have we done and/or are willing to do? 12.07.2022

In this hilarious mini episode, the hosts discuss what plastic surgery we've considered doing or have actual plans of doing in our futures.

TNH: Is a Child's Bad Behavior Always a Reflection of the Parent? 04.07.2022

Inspired by the Kate Middleton and Prince Louis headlines, this inaugural episode covers how society tends to blame mothers for their child's bad behavior. We moms of "The Nap Hour" call foul play, and discuss all the ways in which Your Grace needs to be given some grace.

WYWS: Bridgerton, Season 1 - Recap & Review 27.06.2022

While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: Bridgerton, Season 1

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 1 20.06.2022

We finally made it to "Girlfriends" Season 3! Quick refresher, Maya is separated from Darnell, Lynn is back on unemployment, Toni is yet again thirsting for drama, and Joan is still looking for a life partner. Though it should be said that in this episode Joan pivots from searching for a soulmate to do some soul searching instead; in the form of a marathon. We discuss it all! Dependent adults look...

WNTT Mini Ep: Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey / Woman Wins 5 Million from Geico after catching HPV in Car 10.06.2022

The new hot topic is the celebrity break up between Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey. We gave our two cents, and thanked the generous Ms. Harvey for returning your boy back to streets! But seriously, the consensus was that this ain't none of our business. Also, in our mini topics today, we discuss a curious case where a woman won over five million dollars for catching HPV in her then-boyfriend's...

WYWS: Bridgerton, Season 2 - Recap & Review 02.06.2022

While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: Bridgerton, Season 2

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 2 Ep. 22 (Season Finale) 30.05.2022

This week is all about vulnerability. Joan admits she wants to be wanted, and is tired of being strong all on her own. Meanwhile Maya's infidelity has caused Darnell to kick her out their home. A lot of feels in this episode as we dive into our definitions on what it means to be vulnerable.

WNTT Mini Ep: Johnny Depp & Amber Heard 23.05.2022

Everybody is talking about it, so we couldn't resist. Listen in as we break down the logistics of the Amber Heard, Johnny Depp trial, and share our thoughts on public opinion.

WYWS: Continuum - Recap & Review 19.05.2022

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading: Continuum by Danielle Allen

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 2 Ep. 21 14.05.2022

In this episode we discuss Toni's weave, and weave-wearing folk within the African diaspora; giving more time towards the subject than the actual episodes did. We also compare notes on "friends with benefits," discussing William and Lynn's attempt, and how successful we think it was.

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 2 Ep. 20 MOTHER'S DAY 08.05.2022

Somehow we landed on a Mother's Day episode on Mother's Day Weekend! We take the time to discuss what Mother's Day represents to us, talk about the reality of our mothers/parents being imperfect humans, and reminisce on our favorite meals made by mother figures in our lives.

WYWS: Reel: A Hollywood Renaissance Novel - Recap & Review 05.05.2022

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading: Reel: A Hollywood Renaissance Novel by Kennedy Ryan

WNTT Mini Ep: California Woman Spends $5,000 on Wedding 23.04.2022

News of a couple spending no more than $5,000 on their wedding spreads through social media. Apparently, the couple cut costs by having their guests pay for their own dinners, among other things. We share our views on the couple's decisions to keep their budget low, low, low.

GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 2 Ep. 18-19 22.04.2022

Today was a short show, as this week's episodes were mostly filler and simply fun. We are talking drugs; our history with drugs, and our current views. ENJOY

WYWS: The Other Side of the Pillow - Recap & Review 21.04.2022

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading: The Other Side of the Pillow by Zane

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