This week The Crew takes a trip down memory lane! The ladies share a few life lessons they've learned along the way regarding love (0:49), friendships (14:58), business/career (25:38), finances (36:00), and overall self awareness (55:27).

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the reality of our declining infrastructure, why investing in it will improve our safety and economy, and the barriers to getting it done.

https://addup.sierraclub.org/campaigns/send-a-letter-to-president-biden-calling-for-a-just-recovery

https://www.industryweek.com/the-economy/competitiveness/article/21130932/crumbling-infrastructure-is-hurting-americas-competitive-edge

https://youtu.be/EdvJSGc14xA

https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2020/03/30/covid-19-proves-we-need-to-continue-upgrading-americas-broadband-infrastructure/ (1:05:24)

This episode The Crew gives us Part II of the interracial relationship discussion. The ladies get the perspective from the opposite side of the spectrum as the welcome a friend of the podcast, TJ is known in the midwest as the baller who has proven white men can jump. TJ fills us in on his love for melanin (3:08).

He shares the judgment he's received from black men, & within his own race(18:36). Black social issues...you can't turn a blind eye(34:45). Candice Owen's and Stacy Dash..do they get a pass(36:25)? Bonnetts and weaves..deal breaker(38:36)? You can tell alot by a the pair of Js(46:17). Culture food war(56:37). Lastly we get to the bottom of why he prefers a black queen(59:41).

In this week's Food for Thought,  Kay discusses the long history of discrimination against Black farmers and how Biden can position himself to give Black farmers the justice they deserve(1:23:10).

https://www.blackfoodjustice.org/supportaction

https://www.agweek.com/business/agriculture/6961362-House-Ag-Committee-hearing-zeroes-in-on-discrimination-of-Black-farmers

https://www.statesman.com/story/news/politics/politifact/2021/03/31/politifact-check-covid-relief-minority-farmers-past-discrimination-not-bonus/4819776001/

We think it's safe to say that we've all experienced a toxic person and/or relationship at some point in our lives. The Crew heads down memory lane and discusses their personal experience with toxic relationships (1:30). Does conflict automatically make a relationship toxic (13:17)? We discussed the longest damn argument made into a movie; Maria & Malcolm (21:22). What characteristics make a person/relationship toxic (30:52)? Why the hell do we stay (32:47)? Derrick Jaxn & the infamous hat bonnet...(37:49). What do you do with toxic family members (47:00)? You have to set boundaries or let it go (49:53).

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the impact and impractical aspects of banning abortion as conservative states make moves to ban it and overturn Roe v. Wade. (57:42)

https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/texans-who-get-abortions-could-face-death-penalty-if-proposed-bill-passed/

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/10/15/upshot/what-happens-if-roe-is-overturned.html

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/31/opinion/sunday/abortion-banned-latin-america.html

Following the viral video of the Missouri pastor who tells the women in his congregation to watch their weight and appearance and aspire to be trophy wives like Melania Trump, the Crew, with guest co-host, Quintin, discuss the merits of his message and other pressing questions like:

[  ]  Is it one-sided and a double standard for women? (2:53)

[  ]  Should men have to keep it together as well? (7:22) How important is delivery and communication when giving your partner feedback? (11:14)

[  ] Ultimately, do we appreciate effort more than results?(15:09)

[  ] Is the health factor often neglected in these discussions? (15:45)

[  ] The Bonnet Effect: Is there such a thing as being too comfortable around your partner? (19:06)

[  ] Is it OK for a person to recommend plastic surgery? (30:34)

[  ] Does sex drive decrease after marriage? (34:36)

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses voter suppression, the House's effort to stop it, and how the filibuster can ruin it all. (49:11)

https://www.change.org/p/u-s-senate-john-lewis-voting-rights-act

https://www.salon.com/2021/02/27/republicans-roll-out-tidal-wave-of-voter-suppression-253-restrictive-bills-in-43-states/

https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/1/text

https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/4

https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/01/the-insurrection-was-put-down-the-gop-plan-for-minority-rule-marches-on/

RnB is known for dropping members but we flipped it an added a 5th member to The Crew for this week's discussion.  Michael Keith, 1/2 of 112, joined the convo in deciding if you should separate the artist from their artistry (1:54).  As any conversation with brown folk, we dabbled into several different topics:

✔the importance of therapy (20:36)

✔effects of Me Too on the entertainment industry (23:30)

✔new RnB music & its lack of a metaphorical delivery (29:00)

✔the back story of the chart topping hit single, Peaches & Cream (30:16)

✔having realistic parental control (36:14)

✔does the lighter (whiter) the complexion lessen the ridicule? (43:51)

You can't have one of the most soulful voices on your podcast without a song right?!  Michael showed off his opera skills and blessed us again by singing his verse on Player (1:00:00).  A friendly reminder to Atlanta that COVID exists...stay yall ass home (1:04:00).

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay breaksdown some of Qanon theories and tactics. (1:08:00)

https://www.wsj.com/articles/what-is-qanon-what-we-know-about-the-conspiracy-theory-11597694801

https://www.newsweek.com/qanon-march-trump-president-1567525

https://www.voanews.com/usa/us-politics/some-lawmakers-experts-eye-14th-amendment-bar-trump-future-office

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Kevin Samuels' name has entered many group chats and The Crew's chats are no different.  This week's episode, we analyze Kevin's qualifications of being a "High Value Man".  Kay goes over his 6 traits (1:37).  Joy introduces another list of qualities (10:16).  Are women to blame for these "high value" standards (17:45)?  Soo you make money but you're corny...does this make you a High Value Cornball (20:33)?  Why do women love an asshole (28:26)?  In normal fashion, we have a sidebar convo this time to determine if you can separate the artist from their artistry (31:06).

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the true economic impact of the pandemic, particularly for women and minorities. (36:20)

https://www.poorpeoplescampaign.org/

https://www.cbpp.org/research/poverty-and-inequality/tracking-the-covid-19-recessions-effects-on-food-housing-and

https://www.oxfam.org/en/research/inequality-virus

https://www.democracynow.org/2021/1/26/oxfam_report_pandemic_inequality_paul_obrien

https://www.democracynow.org/2021/1/25/rev_william_barber_covid_inequality

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This episode will have you dying...actually..please don't!

The Crew opens this episode trying to figure out who convinced men that Bigen dye has the same appearance as hair🤔 (2:28).

Hair paint isn't the only trickery discussed. The male hair unit...is it a weave or nah (7:30)?

Are these men getting gym memberships or asking IG model for surgeon recommendations (12:52)?

Women are we the cause for men feeling they need these enhancements (18:32)?

Are we hypocrites for having an opinion about it (25:10)?

Do you always have a fitted on... (32:22)?

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the racial disparities in the US healthcare system. (38:04)

https://theglowup.theroot.com/say-her-name-dr-susan-moore-and-medical-apartheid-1846050387

https://www.medpagetoday.com/blogs/kevinmd/84362

https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/lifestyle/health-inequality-actually-a-black-and-white-issue-research-says

Nia, Dionne, Kay, and Joy continue their discussion on alternative relationships with someone who can speak from experience.  The Crew welcomes the owner of Maat Moisture, Glo.  Glo explains why she chose to be in a three-way relationship (2:00) and the benefits that come with the lifestyle (2:19).  It's very apparent that communication is key. Anytime you live outside of what's considered the norm, judgment is around the corner.  Glo discusses society as well as her family not being able to fully accept her lifestyle (12:38).  What does that conversation look like with children to help them understand (17:12)?  What qualities do you look for when looking for an additional partner (26:19)? Glo wasn't going to leave without asking The Crew if they've ever thought about adding a third party (33:47).  Her clairvoyant abilities sometimes gets in the way of the relationship (35:20).  Nia continues her poll and asks Glo's opinion of R Kelly's alternative lifestyle (40:32). 

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the provisions of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.  She explains why it's necessary for the Biden Administration and Congress to move forward with real police reform especially in light of the events occuring at the U.S. Capitol. (52:30)

https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/7120

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/whats-in-the-justice-in-policing-act

This week, one of our loyal viewers, Quintin, joins The Crew to get their perspective on chivalry and romance and he gets four VERY different takes (2:50). The debate continues with discussion about whether men like romance (13:05), what actions make the list (20:49) and love languages (37:49).

(57:25) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the connection between the environment and COVID-19 and why we are susceptible to more pandemics in the future.

https://edition.cnn.com/world/live-news/coronavirus-pandemic-04-28-20-intl/h_61c2b7cb27f1154b533d41bab08dfb48

https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-52775386

https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/likelihood-of-future-pandemics-their-damage-potential-ipbes-6945649/

https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2020/08/21/Food-and-pandemics-Is-intensive-animal-farming-the-most-risky-human-behaviour

In this week's episode, The Crew explores Feminism and debates the 4 waves and 3 different types (1:38), whether women should be in the NFL and NBA (13:14), issues with the Me Too movement (17:13) and selective Feminism (41:38).

In this week's Food for Thought, Kay dissects the profile and psychology behind the 2020 Trump voter. (48:52)

https://www.vox.com/2020/11/7/21551364/white-trump-voters-2020?fbclid=IwAR0ZyJs4qsEXanIogOiYnlc0-d3wszrUyONOY1OTWW6Zdv3RtCimqKcYOzg

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind-in-the-machine/201712/analysis-trump-supporters-has-identified-5-key-traits

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/neuroscience-and-psychology-suggest-no-surprise-victory-for-trump-this-time/

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