If you're reading this🧐, you've probably been rocking with us for a minute. And you know, nearly every description starts with "I ain't gone hold you" or something similar. But today, I'm frfr. We did a thing! And today we're celebrating an ending and new beginnings.🍾 We love all of our Dope Friends for your unwavering support. Y'all are more than dope!! You're the real MVPs - every single one of you. We've been in this thang together for 3 years and 3 seasons. *whispers can you believe that?!* THIS is the grand finale. No cliffhangers here - just love and gratitude for the #journey. Takeaway: Take a leap of faith, and then be prepared to be blown away by the achievements that await. #completion #youaresupported

[cue the evening news instramental] Reporting live from our metro Atlanta "studios", we're back with another episode. Although we're celebrating Black history all year, it's the end of Black History Month. We've been sharing Black history/herstory facts and new monumental moments making current headlines over on Beyonce's internet. And we're blackity, black, black over here all day every day. How did you celebrate #BHM? Did you learn something? If so, did you share the wealth? Let's commit to learning something about our heritage every month and then you know what to do... "each one, teach one."

Straight outta the #HR corner, we're discussing a recent article that says your manager has a lot of influence on your mental health. Callie provides helpful tips and takeaways on what to do if your manager is causing you to feel uncomfortable or weighed down in your work environment. #Advocate for your wellness. You are supported.

Speaking of work and areas of improvement, we discuss common terms we use at work that may have violent under or overtones. Are you using any of these phrases and will you make a few minor tweaks to things that you say in meetings or emails? Drop us a line and let us know if we left any phrases off the list.

Next up, we're talking about #joy and #journeys, people. Joy is all around us. Don't let the negative narratives fool you. When you see the positive being highlighted, it makes you stop and take it in. It's uplifting and cleansing for your timeline. Now for a #spiritual cleanse, our Dope Friend, Naturally Just Nikki is here to explain #holistic healing. This interview was enlightening, and if it sparks questions about your healing journey connect with Naturally Just Nikki for a consult. Set your intentions and be well, dope friends.

We ain't gone hold ya. #January was full of emotions. New year, new beginnings. Then there were the moments of genuine saddness. More mass shootings than days in the year and Tyre Nichols' murder. It's been a heavy month. And we want to be honest about how we're feeling.

Dope friends, take a breath and then tell a friend how you're doing. Wholeheartedly. Candidly. It's good to confide in people. That's the beauty of #community.

Speaking of togetherness, Black History Month starts today. It's the shortest month, but we don't take it lightly. We're aware of the #journey that led our ancestors' greatest dreams here. They endured and we honor them. Tune in as we share perspectives and stories - new and old.

Share your story and the stories of others all month - really all year - long. There's #growth in understanding. And our collective story is one that deserves to be told for eons. Let's lift each up other all year long. ✊🏽

Happy 2023, Dope Friends! We missed you. We hope you enjoyed the #holidays and listened 🎧 to old episodes while you were cooking, shopping, working, or whatever you do when you want to hear your fav co-hosts chitchat about essential topics and sometimes silly things that you know you want to know. Quit playing. In this episode, we're bringing #balance back [catch the Justin Timberlake reference 🎶]. There are two recent research studies - researchers at the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing and #Columbia University School of Nursing are shining a light 🔦on what #depression symptoms look like for black women. It's alarming how many women have gone #undiagnosed. Girl, don't sweep those feelings under the rug. Let someone know you're not OK. Contrary to popular belief, you can't pray it away. Don't @ us. We love you as you are, but we want to see you flourish. On the flip side, many people are living long and full lives. According to the Harvard Study of Adult Development, older people are sharing their secrets. It's long-term, close relationships. The power of the village can help with the tough times and the line dancing, and chuckles as yall reminisce about the good old times. Ms. Edna and Mrs. Cora been down like 4 flat tires for decades and they're keeping each spry. Come get this free game! 💎

We love you. ❤ You are supported. 🤗

It's #December and this is the last episode of the year. But don't worry, we came through for you! "We are gathered here today to..." discuss 1) the end of an extremely long #electionszn, 2) untimely #layoffs and what to do if you or someone you know is impacted in the HR Corner, and 3) shadow work, understanding the orgins of your #triggers, and it's benefits. Have you done shadow work? Drop us a line and let us know how the process in going.
And our Dope Friend, Candice Benbow, came through and effortlessly closed out a year full of ah-mazing interviews. Listen, she did not disappoint! We're here for her journey, her accomplishments (come on new book with raving reviews and writing gigs with #ESSENCE and The Grio 🙌🏽), her lit social posts and followers. We're talking role models, religion and spirituality, Beyoncé's internet and #legacy. Chile... I ain't gone hold you. I'll end it here so you can get all the way into the episode! ▶️
P.S. Happy Everything. We love you ❤ and we'll see you in 2023!

Hi Dope Friends. Tis the season to think about presence and what you're #grateful for. Callie said it best, we're grateful for you guys! ❤ Thank you for rocking with us! Now, the ministry of #presence is definitely a conversation starter if you need one this week. lol What does it mean to you? How has someone showed up for you in a way that was impactful? What can we learn from the gift of presence? *whispers "see what I did there?* Being there for people and supporting them in good and challenging times speaks volumes for your relationship with them. Amen. 🙌🏽 Y'all heard Callie teach us about dry brushing. Now who's going to try it and come back with a review in 2 weeks fr fr?! Let's celebrate our dope friend, Candice. She's a young, black CFO blazing a path and creating space for others in a male-dominated industry. She's speaking her truth about her journey to the C-suite, building a brand, and what it looks like to be a successful woman who can absolutely have it all. You're putting in work, sis! You deserve all of the good things. Thanks for sharing gems with us. Y'all heard her - now go build personal and professional brands that showcase your talents. We'll be here cheering you on. 👏🏽
You are supported. 🫂

Dope friends, we took an extended Fall Break. And we'll admit it's already been a long November and today is the 9th! 😬 Nonetheless, we missed you, and we're back to bring you a little laugh or 10 after the Midterm Elections. We know you need it!! Sooooo much happened since the last episode... For starters, #electionszn feels like it never ends nowadays. In what is becoming typical for GA, one set of candidates is headed to a runoff. You know what that means?? More attack ads!! Even the kids are listening and sharing their opinions. 🗳 Thanks, Bradley. We also talk about the loss of a few good people that have entertained us through highs and lows. Peace and blessings to their circles. And for balance, we chatted with a Dope Friend, Shanell, about her unique path to Hollywood. ⭐️🎥 Listen up because her work ethic is not a game. And hard work has paid off. We see you, girl!! Last, we all need to share at least one good thing among good people. Share your positives, and make an impact on someone's day. ✨️

Hi Dope Friends! Every episode is story time, right?! Sooooo we have updates on local #Atlanta extravaganzas - heavy on the extra. Don't come for us. We always mean well. Just keeping our dope friends in the loop. lol Then we need to delve into "HBCU culture isn't black culture." Ooohhhhh, let's get into it because people feel some type of way about the young lady at a #PWI creating a dance 💃🏾team with what some would say are HBCU dance team-inspired vibes. Whew, chile. Drop us a line✍️🏽 and let us know where you landed on this one. And your girl #Meg the Stallion delivered a home run this week. She launched a site that lists mental health resources. If everyone can get behind "Hot Girl Summer," surely they can release the stigma of mental health. We can agree it was a not-so-subtle way to raise #awareness and continually shift the narrative around the topic. And for balance, we chatted with world traveler 🌍 and TV show host - among other titles - Worldwide Nate. His initial inspiration to jet set across the globe is inspiring. Follow him on Al Gore's internet, and take notes of these incredible trips. Take in other scenery. Learn from other cultures. And understand that most people want the same things. Take the leap of faith. Do the big thing. Expand your #boundaries and your perspectives. Book the trip. 🛫 You never know what's on the other side of that bold decision. You can thank the Worldwide Traveler later.

We're not going to hold you on this one. Mrs. Sheryl Lee Ralph!! We're giving her a standing ovation from our home studios. We STAN!! The black girl magic on the 2022 #Emmys was just... legit everything.🤌🏽 PSA: We don't honor a-n-y-o-n-e trying to steal their moments or shine. Make your "jokes" on your own damn time. Periodt.
OK. Back to the regularly scheduled program: Dope friends, do you code switch at work or in other places? Have you overshared any cultural sayings and regretted them immediately? Drop us a line and proverbially whisper what you said in our ear. We can keep a secret... LOL no we can't. But we're all friends here.
After admiration and a quick chuckle, we have serious questions about current concerning events. You know, #balance. In a crazy world, why are some people #victim-shaming a woman, teacher, mom, and wife who went jogging early in the morning in #Memphis?? When can people go about their lives? Can someone point us to the memo that tells everyone when to do what we need to do to thrive AND be #safe? I mean... come on, folks. Stop blaming victims in their own space for doing what they felt they should be safe doing. It's not OK to blame victims. Ever. In my full grandma voice, "Cut it out, before I come in there." Our hearts go out to Memphis and all of the families of the other missing young women and Eliza's family. Real people are grieving the pain and loss of loved ones in every city. And the real truth is women should be safe to mind their business, jog, walk, shop, sing, dance, work, live, love, and be. We need to agree to be more compassionate. Can we shake on that? 🤝🏼 Aight now. We're going to hold you to that.

Goodbye #summer break and 👋🏾 season 3! Hey, Dope Friends! We missed you and we're catching up on all of the things. 👑 Bey's new album, summertime concerts in the A (with the older crowd - it had to be said), and Serena's last dance. Salute to an all-time great. #Legend AND legendary. We hope Callie gets to see her play this weekend and she wins one last time. And listen, it wouldn't be BTBP without a little debate about something. What does it mean to be #submissive in a relationship? We have thoughts about a popular, viral video with a certain celebrity's SO. She said you better know the 8-count! And we wanted to know more. What are your thoughts? Relax... you know this is a judgment-free zone! Well we judged NYers a little but it's all ❤️. Promise. Drop us a line and let know what you're looking forward to this season. We've got some Dope Friends lined up for you so stay tuned. Your favs are back like we never left.