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  • Belated musings on life after 30

    How awkward yet fitting that this episode about turning thirty is published after our 30th birthdays...

    Join us as we discuss reflections on our journey from fresh grads to almost-30s, and how social media shapes our relationships and expectations.

    We discuss everything from TikTok trends to real-life adulting challenges and the personal growth we've experienced since starting our podcast. Plus, we reflect on the importance of mentorship, the evolving nature of our friendships, and what we envision as we approach the big 3-0. So grab a cup of tea and enjoy this heart-to-heart with us!

    02:06 Podcast Beginnings and Growth

    03:04 Navigating Adulthood and Mentorship

    06:26 Commitment and Personal Growth

    11:42 Anxiety and Modern Pressures

    15:08 The Appeal of YouTube vs TikTok

    16:48 Social Media's Impact on Relationships

    18:15 Expectations in Modern Relationships

    23:27 Turning 30: Reflections and Expectations


    29 min
  • At This Point, We're Just Trying Our Best

    You know when your best friend calls and after an hour of conversation, something comes up i.e., getting an oil change, taking out your braids, studying, etc? What do most of us say? "Girl, let me call you back." Nine times out of ten, there is never a callback. It's kind of like this podcast, we've been gone for some time dealing with the various things life has thrown at us, but we're back. A callback, just checking in, circling back - if you will. And we're better.


    In this return to our podcast, we come back in true awkward girl fashion. We're talking about navigating our "late twenties" - that's right, fully accepting our auntie role, trusting our gut (we've managed to make relatively solid decisions so far, let's not talk about the decision to eat Ben and Jerry's despite our digestive disagreement), just getting old - yeah, I'm talking to you my good sis who turned around for a bombastic side eye and regretted it and trying to find a partner who will genuinely indulge our desire to be a passenger princess.


    It's been hard, but God has been good to us! We've missed you all.

    Make sure to check on us via our IG @awkspodcast and subscribe!

    More to come.



    47 min
  • There's scamming and then there's scammers

    Virginia is for lovers as Social Media is for scammers. That’s right, in this episode we get into IT, regarding this recent glorification of scammers. Be it Tinder, Twitter or Tofu (cue Bad Vegan), it seems like the girls can’t catch a break. What about society is causing the folks to fall for these scams and what about “my enemies are after me” compels us to write off our lives like we’re Daddy Warbucks?

    It may not be worth a Netflix special but we’d love to hear about the things ya’ll have done for LOVE (?)!

    Make sure to leave us a voice note, and hit us up on Instagram on @awkspodcast

    We love feedback so be sure to leave us a review wherever you listen!

    Awks out!

    51 min
  • Uhhh…what is love?: Dating in a digital age
    Hey ya’ll!! We’re back and we’re better. With our world becoming so interconnected (i.e Love is Blind, or is it? Married at First Sight, Tinder Swindler) what does it mean to be in love? In true Awks fashion we’re doing a deep dive into all things love: Black love, interracial love, dating apps, hypothetical love and everything in between. Obviously, we don’t know everything (hence the podcast). We’d love to hear from you! Send us a voice note with your thoughts. Like, suscribe and review our podcast on all platforms. If you want to hang with us, check us out @Awkspodcast on IG!
    48 min
  • Moving On...Out! How to Make a Move with Style and Grace
    Summer 2021 has come and gone and the girls are back to adulting! What happens when opportunities require that you move from your comfort zone! In this episode we delve into what it means to move and discover yourself in a new land. How many bags can I finesse on this plane? Will I make any friends? Is this the place where I find my prince charming? As always let us know about your experiences with moving and the highs and low.
    37 min
  • The Self Series: Friends. No, Not The TV Show
    Friends, how many of us have them *sings Bianca while Hannah looks on in horror* In this episode your favorite awkward ladies have a conversation about who qualifies as a friend and how that definition and experience has evolved over time. We talk about how society hasn’t taught us how to deal with friend conflicts and how to break up with friends. Let us know how your friends have evolved over time. What deems someone a best friend? Also would you let your friend wear a bonnet to the airport? Get into this and more in this episode. Make sure to like, subscribe and review @awkspodcast on all platforms. Awks Outtttt
    38 min
  • The Streets Are Open! How Does Small Talk Work Again?
    We all said it “this summa, I’m going to the streets, the streets are calling my name.” Okay, now what? If you’re reading this you’ve been fortunate enough to see Summer 2021 and as much as we think we’re about to act up and have the time of our lives. What does that really mean? Can I get to know people again? What is small talk? Will I be at my prime awkwardness. Hannah and Bianca get into a conversation about what “WE OUTSIDE!!!” really means. Let us know how you’re handling the transition back out of the door...we need it. Make sure to like, review and subscribe to @awkspodcast on all platforms! Awks Out!!!
    39 min
  • Wait till I get my [degree, money, goals] right: A convo on success
    I (Bianca) loved Kanye’s Graduation album growing up, but just like Kanye, Hannah and I had a verbal reflection on how we’ve evolved in our definition of success. Who influenced our college majors and career choices? Were we allowed to blossom in our dreams of being an author of YA novels or has financial stability forced us to pursue traditional careers! As always, let’s get into this convo @Awkspodcast on Instagram! This week’s glow up award is Isabelle Thenor-Louis and her whole team @ForBlackHealth. In a world that seems to take the Black body for granted, For Black Health highlights the beauty and struggles of the Black health experience. They’re doing the work! Check them out, be inspired and see how you can show up for equitable, Black health. #awksout #blackexcellence #awkwardturtles #success #african #ghanaian
    37 min
  • When Self Love is the Goal
    Body-ody-ody-ody-ody-ody! Talking about our bodies has always been an awkward topic, that’s why we’ve avoided it for so long! In this episode Hannah and Bianca get into the constantly evolving relationships with their bodies, with food, and how to drown out the noise and love who they are and what they look like RIGHT NOW! We’d love to hear about how your experience with your body has evolved over the years, the highs and lows, what fads have gone to the wayside and what has stuck around! Make sure to like, subscribe and review awkward turtles!
    46 min
  • Bob on Monday, Locs on Tuesday: A commentary on Black Hair

    Ever hold onto your wig for dear life in a wind tunnel, have a braid betray you in the company of your white friends, or get one too many compliments on your newly straightened hair? Yep, we've all been there. Join Hannah and Bianca as they discuss all the quirky things associated with Black hair, from perceptions in the workplace, hair switchups on the daily, and how NOT to use Gorilla Glue (we’re so happy for you Tessica Brown)! 

    This week's glow up award goes to Dasha Shaw @thehairdoula

    Join the conversation on Instagram and Twitter @awkspodcast 

    Be sure to like, subscribe, and review our episodes! Much love from two Awkward turtles to others

    48 min

About awks

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Welcome to awks, the podcast for people trying to figure out this adulting thing... one awkward moment at a time.