How open are you in an open relationship? Can you flip a fuck-buddy into a boyfriend? BGP dissects #InsecureHBO's recent "Hella LA" episode. News of the Charlottesville riots turns the convo into a passionate dialogue about race. @Scottiebeam talks the affects of her #KnockdownCenter experience and seeks counsel with the ladies.

BGP talks Insecure season 2 premiere, our experience at #Curlfest and #SouthNTheCity. ALSO: can arguing be healthy for a relationship? Alysha comes closer to getting out of her own way.

Is it love before respect or respect before love? BGP discusses the 'PEMDAS' of loving your significant other, and dive into Jay Z's 4:44. The ladies also take a surprising position on the Blac Chyna v. Rob Kardashian scandal and get real about body imaging/sculpting & more!

Where's your* head at when it comes to sex? How do you critique your partner's cunnilingus? How can you tell you're good at oral? Has porn hurt or helped your abilities? The pleasures and pitfalls of threesomes. The news of Bill Cosby's mistrial, rape culture & double standards in 2017.

BGP unwinds with some casual girl-talk! How would you feel if your friend got engaged at your wedding? Fact or fiction: sex burns a lot of calories? How to eat healthy for your lifestyle. Our apathy over Kathy Griffin's tearful retraction, Bill Maher's audacity and Keyshia Knight Pulliam's decision to stand by her TV-dad Bill Cosby.

Alysha comes to a tearful conclusion about her struggle to accept help. In part two, BGP examines the presence and absence of God in our lives; & how this informs, supports and guides our journeys.

Alysha explains how she often battles with asking for help, even when she knows she needs it. BGP unpacks the challenges of "the ask" - both internally & externally imposed.

The future is defined by the choices we make. BGP discusses career decisions, risk & faith. And also, the fine line between autonomy and decision-making with your partner.

Scottie returns from Africa with new found peace & an unbelievable truth about Cape Town. BGP talks "distance" while in a relationship, establishing boundaries & non-negotiables & breaking points.

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