Annoyed Not Offended

What’s crackin! This week’s episode is a solo situation with just Kendall and Sydney discussing a very controversial topic or shall we say divisive word. Fair warning, throughout this episode we’re talking about and using the N-word. From its unspeakable origins to how it’s now used as a term of endearment in culture, film and more, there are a lot of complicated feelings surrounding the word considering it is still a racial slur. The ladies speak more about their own relation to the word, who should and shouldn’t be allowed to use it (hint hint not non-Blacks) and more. Lastly, the ladies discuss a failed murder attempt by the NYPD.

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended. Visit the website as well at anopodcast.com 

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

Yooo! After a two week hiatus, Kenny and Syd are back for another episode, along with a new guest. Joining us is Chelsea Nicole, author of Provision and Submission: Insight into a Black Cultural Conundrum, which takes a look at the infamous conceptualized belief regarding heterosexual monogamous couples: “Men are expected to provide, and women are expected to submit.” Interesting huh? All of the ladies agree the statement is both outdated and misogynist but the animosity surrounding the notion continues to further taint the Black dating pool. Throughout the discussion Chelsea share’s her inspiration for the book, misconceptions of the dynamic and why we should let go of trying to “out-toxic” potential romantic interests. 

Support Black authors by purchasing Chelsea’s book, Provision and Submission: Insight into a Black Cultural Conundrum, on Amazon. You can also give her a follow on IG @withlovecnj

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended. Visit the website as well at anopodcast.com 

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

Hey friendzzz! It’s been awhile but Sydney and Kendall are in the studio this week. While this may be the shortest episode they’ve recorded, it is still packed with hilarity. The ladies catch up while discussing ex’s trying to rekindle a flame, forcing someone to be your boo and more. Kendall is tired of dating apps and is ready to be swept off her feet by a true romantic like herself. Ironically, even dating apps that prove to be a bit more exclusive show options that are quite lackluster. Lastly, the ladies touch on the leaked Roe vs Wade opinion and the extreme lengths that are being pushed to take control of women’s bodies. With abortion access on the line support Planned Parenthood Action Fund. 

 

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended. Visit the website as well at anopodcast.com 

 

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected]. 

Hey friendzzz! We are back with just Sydney and Kendall in the studio this week. Recently, Sydney reconnected with a past friend after no contact for 5 years. While it took time for both parties to put their differences aside, this new chapter seems promising. Rekindling old friendships or past relationships can be a doozy to say the least. Often we ask ourselves will history just repeat itself or do we truly have the opportunity to learn from each other as new people? Both ladies agree there is nothing wrong with reconnecting but don’t have expectations that the relationship will start back up at the depth it existed years ago. Ironically, Kendall receives an interesting text during this episode. 

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended. Visit the website as well at anopodcast.com 

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

Hello, gracious listeners! Apologies for the delay in this episode, which was late due to technical difficulties. Joined by writer and owner of The Noir Bookshop, Ymani stops by to talk about the concept behind Noir and her journey of opening a Black-owned bookshop on the Southside of St. Louis. Statistics show Black-owned bookshops only make up a small portion of Indie bookstores within the United States at only 6%. Despite this, Ymani hasn’t allowed this to hinder her but plans for the pillars of the bookshop to bring more into her community. Black bookshops can serve as gathering spaces, support emerging authors and provide educational programs. As self-described well read Black girls Ymani and Syd discuss their favorite novels, authors and why some series were left better as books instead of television series. 

For more exciting news regarding the soft-opening of Noir or order a few of the books we discussed online at @TheNoirBookshop and  you can follow Ymani @YmaniWince 

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended. Visit the website as well at anopodcast.com  

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

Let’s start off by saying, Happy Women’s History Month! Kenny is out for this week’s episode but Sydney is holding down the fort with this week’s guest. Joined by wellness artist, doula and writer, DaTiana stops by to talk about holding space as a healer for those looking for support in their reproductive journeys. Recent statistics show within the U.S. the rise of maternal mortality, which is highest among Blacks and Latinos. Doulas not only support the physical and emotional changes you experience throughout pregnancy but they provide education. Time and time again doulas advocate for their patients thus allowing them to become confident in advocating for themselves. Whether you are a mother, planning to be one in the future or not at all interested there’s a lot discussed within this episode that can resonate with anyone. 

Give our healing consultant wellness writer, curator and revolutionary baby momma a follow on her social platforms on IG @datianaguerrero or visit her website at datiana.com

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended. Visit the website as well at anopodcast.com

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

Hey friendzzz! The ladies are back in the studio with just themselves. We had additional listener submissions from our Valentine’s Day episode, which we read this episode for ‘Red Flag or Nah?’ and ‘Last Dating Fed Up or F*cked Up.’ This episode is also popping hot as Kendall shared her recent run in with a reality television star on a very popular dating series. Based on her experience, we pose the question of if you should snitch on a serial cheater? We both see nothing wrong with it and further discuss dignity/respect in relationships. Also, can we all agree that the Euphoria season finale was a bit underwhelming?

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended. Visit the website as well at anopodcast.com 

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

It’s still February, which means it’s still Black History Month! We’re back with a new episode and new guests, as promised. Joined by Shannon Clash, a friend of the show and nationally recognized storyteller, this week’s discussion focuses on the time of year when we celebrate and honor all of the contributions African Americans have made to this country. Yet, with every BHM that rolls around we feel as though we’re still fighting to be recognized. Throughout the episode we share our own experiences with learning Black history, intersectionality and recent efforts to restrict how schools teach about Black history, race and racism. Interestingly, our conversation leads back to the fallacy of White ‘discomfort’. We all agree that while Black history is integral to our national narrative, Black people should not be tokenized to educate non-Black Americans. 

Give our amazing guest, Shannon a follow on Instagram and Twitter to keep up with more of her visionary storytelling. If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

Love is in the air baby! We’re back with a new episode and new guests as requested. Joined by DeVon and Stu, this week’s discussions focus on Valentine’s Day, every annoyance that comes with the holiday. Getting deeper into our dating/romance bag, we share listener submissions of romantic fed up or f*cked ups and our own love languages. One piece of advice we all agree on is being good with you first. Plus sending additional love to those in our life for platonically and familial reasons. 

 

Follow our lovely guests on Instagram Stu - @stu.fisher and DeVon - @flightschool33. 

If you haven’t already, make sure to follow the podcast on Instagram and Facebook @AnnoyedNotOffended

Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].

Yooooooooo! We’re back with a new episode.  Kenny and Sydney dive into a heavier topic as they discuss winter time blues..The ladies get open and honest about mental health. Considering Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) affects more than 16.1 million American adults, it’s not uncommon to hear about people battling chronic depression. Yet, we try our best to mask these feelings of sadness and hopelessness.  TRIGGER WARNING: there is mention of both depression and suicide during this episode. Often to clear our mind of the clutter and keep ourselves on track it’s best to do an audit of your stress. 

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, please call (800)-273-8255 for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. 

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Let me judge your annoyances both big and small to see if you should be annoyed or offended. Email them to [email protected].