Cognac,Cupcakes,and Conversations Podcast

Come sit back sip on this yac as we discuss Kells impromptu kickback for her bday. We had to endure a very disappointing #verzuz. We had to pour out the yac on the ground for the way #Jadakiss murdered Dipset.

We also chat about the latest and greatest in the Vax debates.

Philanthropy highlight:

Milani Cosmetics

This week we’re feeling a type of way. Maybe it’s in the stars or because we are counting down to vacation. Either way, we are so in our feels. We share our sentiments about ….mom guilt, the covid variant and impeding next shut down, Da Baby’s ignorance and mental health.

Philanthropy Highlight: DC Ward 8 Councilmember Trayvon White is hosting a backpack giveaway.

We're Baaaaack! And we've got some big news! Ana's gonna be a mama! So we discussed what it feels like to become a first-time mom, triumph after the tragedy of miscarriage, and embracing your body before, during, and after pregnancy.

In R & R, we kept the baby vibes going while discussing the Erica Mena and Safaree shit show on Love & Hip Hop (whatever city they're in now). Also Dani Leigh, Normani's new song and Aaliyah hating ass uncle, slave-themed photoshoots, the new Space race + more.

Philanthropy Highlight:

What Target is doing in your city!

Amazon Data Collection Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O90PShJVu58

While Ana's out on vacay, we're taking a mini break. But that doesn't mean you have to miss out! Let's revisit one of our most relaxing and introspective episodes to date, "The Woo-Woo".

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Get into the Woo Woo! In this episode, we decided to skip the ratchetness and righteousness and get right into our conversation with Chakra expert Kenice. Learn about how chakra alignment (or lack thereof) can largely affect your livelihood, but also your sexual experiences. We also learned other forms of woo-woo that align with our signs and personalities. Should you burn or bury your ex's things after a relationship? Find out what Woo, may work best for you!

We're lighting the candles, setting the vibes for our very special 100th episode. Shout out to our amazing and loyal listeners! We reflect on our favorite episodes and events of the podcast.

R&R:

Hide ya kids hide ya wife #BilCosby is out of jail. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims. Unfortunately, the #freeBritney movement has to live to fight another day in the battle over her conservatorship . In black news we give our take on the best and the struggle performance of the #Betawards. Queen Latifah closes out #Pridemonth showing us her pride.

Philanthropy Highlight:

www.MelanieMarie.com

In this week’s episode, Ana and Kel dish about the latest hot topics including their unpopular opinion on MBJ’s J’Ouvert scandal. Spoiler alert, they weren’t mad at it. Later, they discuss the latest trends and pressures to fit into cosmetically designed beauty standards; and share why or why not they would get work done.

Philanthropy Highlight

Cuyana:

In line with its "Fewer, Better" philosophy, #Cuyana encourages shoppers to clean out their closets by providing shipping labels to thredUP. Send in a box of high-quality apparel they no longer need, and they'll receive a credit to shop at Cuyana. When that credit is spent, Cuyana donates 5% of the profit to H.E.A.R.T. (Helping Ease Abuse Related Trauma).

#ccc #philanthropyhighlight

#trauma #clean #stopabuse

This week's episode is getting into the essence and back story of our fave cognacs because we know with Juneteenth and Father's Day around the corner, ya'll definitely gonna be on that BROWN!

We also jumped into our time machine to discuss some of our fave movies and shows to compare how they depicted the life of 30 somethings to the reality of what it is really like for millennials today.

Remember to DM us the secret word to win your disco ball cup!

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Philanthropy Highlight: Skylar Perfume

Friends, how many of us have them? Friends; the ones we can depend on. Yasss in honor of National Bestie day we are talking about BEST friends. Ana and Kel reflect on the ups and downs of friendships. We talk about the importance of being a friend before a lover and how to maneuver through the blurred lines of family that are friends.

R&R: Naomi Osaka sticks up a proverbial middle finger to the paps for French Open and we dish on the latest and greatest TV series we're digging: (The Chi, Pose, Lucifer, and more).

Philanthropy Highlight:

Bliss Beauty Products

Happy National Cognac Day! Issa celebration as we libate and engage in a cognac conversation. We break down the relationship between African-Americans unofficial favorite spirit and black culture while sharing our first memories with cognac and our favorite brands of the yac. Make sure you stay tuned as Kel shares an exclusive list of speakeasies across the DMV.

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Philanthropy Highlight: Riventé

Riventé is paying homage to Black excellence while carving out its own identity within the spirit world with the sleek design and sophistication of its all-black bottle and #blackdollar.

https://riventecognac.com/

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Mo money, Mo problems but we have an opportunity to change this. This week we revisited financial literacy as it pertains to credit cards and student loans. #Netflix series #Moneyexplained teach us about the three types of credit card consumers. Are you a revolver, transaction, or hacker? Trigger alert 🚨 for the collegiate alumni. Is college a scam or nah? We share our journeys of loans & life. Let’s just say it’s not all that it’s cracked up to be.

R&R: #Drake takes away Billboard Artist of the Decade. #JLo is not trying to keep her relations 👀on the low any longer. #Erica Mena and #Safaree call it quits. #Chris brown needs to call a quit to the booger sugar.