Your Favorite Aunties

In this Season Finale, we’re pulling back the curtain and having one of our most honest conversations yet. From the highs and challenges of this season to the lessons we’ve learned personally, professionally, and in our friendship, nothing is off limits. We talk candidly about what this season has looked like behind the scenes, how the podcast has evolved, what worked, what didn’t, and the moments...

Sometimes the best conversations are the ones that don’t stay on one topic. This week, we’re having a good old-fashioned girl talk session. We talked about finding your voice and standing up for yourself, navigating relationships, getting older, setting boundaries, knowing what you’re willing to do (and what you’re absolutely not willing to do), and so much more. No agenda. No script. Just two bes...

Some conversations are deep. Some are educational. And some are just pure joy. This week, we’re joined by Authentically Alysia for a good old-fashioned hootin’ and hollerin’ session. From navigating social media while keeping God first to the unexpected reality of becoming the parent to your parents, this episode feels like sitting around the table laughing with your favorite girlfriends. We talk...

Ever been offended and tried to act like you weren’t? 👀 Yeah… us too. This week, we’re talking all things offense: how we know when we’re offended, why certain things get under our skin, how long we’re willing to sit in it, and what it actually takes to move forward. We discuss hurt feelings, unmet expectations, difficult conversations, forgiveness, accountability, and the difference between prot...

Confidence. Modesty. Purity culture. Femininity. Being “sexy.” Whew… yeah, the Aunties went THERE. 👀✨ This week, we’re unpacking what confidence REALLY looks like as women of God — how we gained it, what tried to destroy it, and why so many women have been taught to shrink themselves in the name of “holiness.” Can Christian women be confident AND attractive? Is being “sexy” automatically sinful?...

What does it really look like to be a Christian rapper in today’s culture? This week, the Aunties sit down with gospel rap artist Anike for an honest conversation about faith, music, identity, purpose, and navigating the entertainment industry while staying grounded in God. From her journey into Christian hip hop to the realities of being a “holy girl” in a culture obsessed with hot girl energy, A...

If you’ve ever felt like life is just… harder than it needs to be? This episode is for you. This week, your favorite Aunties are sharing the real-life hacks that are actually working — the kind that help you save time, protect your peace, level up your routines, and move through life a little softer and a lot smarter. We’re talking: daily habits that make life easier mindset shifts that changed ev...

ASK THE AUNTIES is back and the Aunties are giving real advice, real opinions, and real-life perspective 🤎 This week, we’re answering YOUR questions about love, dating, friendships, boundaries, situationships, overthinking, healing, and all the messy little life moments in between. Nothing is off limits when the Aunties get involved. If you’ve ever needed honest advice with a little laughter, wis...

This week, the Aunties are joined by Trinity Mitchell ​⁠@yourfriendtrin_ for an honest conversation about friendship when to hold on, when to let go, and how to trust God in every season. We talk about evolving relationships, navigating shifts without resentment, and what it looks like to choose your people with intention. Shammy and Nia also share where they are in their own friendship, plus a li...

Life be life-ing. Plans shift. Seasons get heavy. Some prayers take longer than expected. And through it all… God is still good. This week, the Aunties are reflecting on the goodness of God and sharing real testimonies of His faithfulness, kindness, grace, and keeping power. We talk about the ways He has shown up in our lives, how He carries us through uncertain seasons, and why even in the middle...

What does healthy love actually look like in today’s dating world? And how do you heal enough to recognize it when it finds you? This week, the Aunties are joined by relationship expert Love McPherson for a powerful conversation about modern dating, therapy, healing, and the misconceptions keeping so many people stuck in unhealthy patterns. We unpack the dating advice people keep getting wrong, ho...

Ever had a moment where life felt completely off track… only to realize later it was all part of God’s plan? This week, the Aunties are joined by Tobias Devon, also known as Mr. “Now Throw Your Hands Up,” for a conversation that is equal parts hilarious and deeply affirming. From unexpected life detours to divine redirection, we unpack how what feels like a setback might actually be God setting yo...

Being open online sounds cute… until it’s not. This week, the Aunties get real about what it actually costs to be transparent on social media. From people twisting your words to being willfully obtuse in the comments, we’re unpacking how social media impacts what we share, how we show up, and what we choose to hold back. We talk about the pressure of being “relatable,” the emotional toll of consta...

Being the “good girl” sounds beautiful… until real life starts lifing. We’re unpacking church girl problems from growing up as the “saved,” “well-behaved,” “set apart” girl to navigating dating, boundaries, identity, and real-world experiences as an adult woman of faith. We’re talking about the pressure to be perfect, the fear of getting it wrong, the things we were taught (and what we had to unle...

You say you want better… but are you actually doing what it takes to get it? This week, the Aunties get real about accountability… the kind we expect from ourselves, from each other, and from the people around us. We’re talking about what it looks like to be checked in love, how to receive correction without getting defensive, and why growth requires more than just saying you want it. We unpack th...

Dating as a “good church girl” can come with a lot of rules, expectations, and teachings that shape how we approach relationships. In this episode, the Aunties sit down with special guest Torah Cents to unpack what many Christian women were taught about dating, men, and relationships and what might need to be unlearned. From purity culture and church messaging to real-life dating experiences, we e...

Sometimes the very thing we pray for guidance from God can also bring a surprising amount of anxiety and pressure. In this episode of Your Favorite Aunties Podcast, Sham and Nia get honest about the emotional and spiritual tension that can come with seeking God’s direction for your life. From wondering if you’re truly hearing God correctly to feeling the weight of making the “right” decision, we u...

This week, Your Favorite Aunties welcome back Christian sexologist Brittany Broaddus-Smith for a real, grown, and necessary conversation the church doesn’t always know how to have. We’re unpacking sexual hygiene, healthy sexual conduct, and the truth about how purity culture and church messaging have shaped the way many believers experience sex and intimacy. From the gaps in sex education within C...

Engagement season is beautiful… and complicated. This week, the Aunties talk about the other side of the ring — the part people don’t always say out loud. Nia checks in on Sham as they get honest about what it feels like when your best friend receives the very blessing you’ve been praying for yourself. From joy and celebration to comparison, insecurity, and emotional growth, we unpack how to hold...

We’re back and Nia has a ring! It’s Season 8 premiere, Nia shares the story behind her engagement how the relationship grew, what led to the proposal, and the lessons learned along the way… plus a little tea 👀 If you’ve ever wondered how you know it’s your person, this episode is for you. 💍 Celebrate With Nia Honeyfund: https://www.honeyfund.com/site/stokes-smith 🏆 Vote Your Favorite Aunties (P...

The Aunties play a fun (and slightly messy 👀) Fill-in-the-Blank game that sparks all kinds of girl talk. We reflect on this past year the highs, the hard lessons, the growth, and the glow-ups while sharing our hopes and encouragement for the new year ahead. Whether you’re celebrating a finish line or crawling into 2026, this finale will give you a dose of joy, honesty, and motivation to step into...

Your Favorite Aunties dive deep into the real emotions that come with the holiday season from joy and excitement to grief, loneliness, and seasonal depression. We’re holding space for those navigating their first holiday without someone they love, big life transitions, or just trying to push through mentally. We discuss: • The truth about seasonal depression during the holidays • How to embrace jo...

In this week’s episode of Your Favorite Aunties Podcast, TT Sham and TT Nia are diving into gratitude, growth, and getting through the holidays. With Thanksgiving tomorrow, the Aunties get real about what they’re thankful for this season relationships, lessons, blessings, and the quiet ways God shows up. But we’re also keeping it honest: the holidays aren’t joyful for everyone. We talk openly abou...

Forgiveness is one of the hardest parts of healing and one of the most necessary. In this week’s episode of Your Favorite Aunties Podcast, TT Sham and TT Nia get real about what forgiveness actually looks like in real life. From forgiving people who hurt you, to owning the moments when we needed forgiveness, the Aunties break down the emotional, spiritual, and practical sides of letting go. We tal...

This week, the Aunties are getting real about guilt, shame, and conviction and what it truly means to be set free. From personal stories to honest reflections, they unpack the difference between guilt, shame, condemnation, and conviction, and how God’s love gently corrects without condemning. Whether you’ve ever felt stuck in regret or struggled to forgive yourself, this episode is your reminder t...