Dear Young Queen

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This week on Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex.  Alexis had a big birthday bash and friends from all over the country came to celebrate. This beautiful celebration prompts the ladies to dive deep into the complexities of adult friendships.

The two friends reflect on their own experiences with adult friendships, both the good and the bad.From social media friends to navigating friendships through breakups and divorce, Ashley and Alexis explore the different types of friendships that exist in adulthood and offer advice on how to navigate them. They also tackle the age-old question of whether platonic friendships are truly possible.

As they do on every episode,  they answer "first time" and "last time" friendship questions, offering a glimpse into their own friendship dynamics and what they've learned over the years. Tune in to the "Dear Young Queen" podcast to hear Ashley and Alexis's honest and relatable take on navigating adult friendships.

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On this week's episode of Dear Young Queen The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex for a candid and inspiring conversation with Calyann Barnett.  Calyann is a Florida-based wardrobe stylist and creative director who has worked with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment.  

As the stylist and creative director for Dwyane Wade, Calyann spent 14 years building the NBA legend into a style icon, and she's also worked with clients like Nicki Minaj, Usain Bolt, and Spike Lee.  In addition to her work as a stylist, Calyann is also the founder of The Shop Miami, a new retail concept that celebrates fashion, entrepreneurship, and the city of Miami. She shares the story of how she launched The Shop Miami, and discusses the challenges and rewards of being a Black female entrepreneur.  She also shares the story of a life-changing trip to Mykonos, where she went from being a party animal to a designated driver.  Caly details her decision to convert to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the impact it has had on her life. 

Throughout the conversation, Calyann also offers valuable insights on the importance of following your dreams, working hard, and defining your own happiness. Whether you're interested in fashion, entrepreneurship, or personal growth, this episode is a  must-listen.

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🗒️Table of Contents🗒️

0:44 - Make this week’s cocktail “BERRY NICE”

3:44 - Meet our Guest - CalyAnn Barnett

6:24- What is The Shop Miami?

11:43 - Life As An Black Female Entrepreneur

21:47 - How did CalyAnn get started in styling?

24:17- “Do the things you have to do, so you can do the things you want to do.”

26:34- CalyAnn’s take on Athletes & the Fashion world

31:45- Counterpoint The Label

34:00- Calyann Converts to LDS

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In this episode of Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire take a break from their usual routine and catch up on each other's lives. Alexis shares about her recent travels, she just hit 42 countries and hasn't even been 40 for a month and Ashley is working her ass off, literally & figuratively. 

Later in the episode, they revisit some of the questions they've asked their guests in the past few episodes. You’ll get to hear Ashley and Alexis' own answers to these questions, providing a personal glimpse into their lives.

Join the ladies for a laid-back, fun episode filled with personal anecdotes and insights.

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This week on Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex with HBCU graduate, mom, wife, friend, realtor, and “Pull up Queen” Ashley Wheeler. 

This sharpshooter shares how her father and an ROTC scholarship taught her the importance of knowing your way around a gun. Alexis & Ashley Wheeler dive into their personal choices on supporting the right to carry. 

Ashley was a commissioned officer in the Army for 8 years until her husband, retired NFL linebacker Phil Wheeler, came in and swooped her off her feet. After getting married and having her second child, she was inspired to enter a bodybuilding competition. It didn’t take long before Ashley was competing (and winning!) which she describes as the biggest test of discipline in a very toxic, dangerous industry. 

 As they do on every episode, Ashley & Alexis ask Ashley Wheeler about a few of her “firsts” and “lasts,” but unlike every other episode, a potty break turns into a conversation about golden showers and it’s obvious these three ladies are really friends.  There’s tons of fun girl talk including their thoughts on grown men playing video games, Bank of America errors, and even a therapeutic moment on ending friendships as adults. 

This is an episode you won’t want to miss. 

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On this week’s episode of Dear Young Queen: The Podcast take a moment to get to know your hosts Ashley & Alexis better. 

As they do on every episode, Ashley & Alexis explore a few of their “firsts' and lasts” but this time, they turn the questions on each other.  Both of the ladies explore some more personal moments including the first time Ashley broke someone's heart and the first time Alexis saw a positive pregnancy test.

With no guest in the hot seat, the ladies finish off with a quick rapid fire game that proves that Alexis clearly is the more decisive one around here. 

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This week on Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex with native New Yorker, sports media’s It-Girl-in-the-making, and newest member to the 30’s club, Ashley Nicole Moss. 

Knowledgeable, honest, stylish, and unapologetically authentic —Ashley Nicole Moss is carving out a path all her own in the world of sports media.  Additionally, she just became the first female and non-athlete co-host of the popular podcast ‘I Am Athlete’. Previously, she was the face of Sports Illustrated’s premium digital series, Laces Out, and served as a co-host of Uninterrupted and The SpringHill Company’s weekly basketball and culture podcast Certified Buckets. 

However, it’s not all sports talk on this week’s episode, it’s Ashley’s honest take on her experience turning 30 that sparks conversations about Solar Returns, maintaining your identity in the workplace, and the importance of never giving up on your dreams- no matter how long it takes.  

As they do on every episode, Ashley & Alexis talk to Ashley Nicole about a few of her “firsts” and “lasts” including, “When was the first time she fell in love?” amd “When was the last time she caught a sunrise or a sunset?” Her answers will certainly surprise you.  Ashley Nicole Moss has only just begun to make her mark, check her out!

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This week on Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex with Licensed Integrative Medical Cannabis & Emergency Medicine Physician, Dr. Safiya Lyn.  We love a queen with a title… well, multiple titles. 

With several years of experience in Emergency Medicine, Dr. Safiya Lyn educates communities across the country on the multiple benefits of cannabis as a medical treatment for chronic pain, mental illness, seizure and inflammation. Her medical knowledge, progressive approach to pain management and digital media presence distinguish her as one of today’s leading voices for medicinal cannabis policy reform. She has been featured on CNN, Essence, Revolt TV, and numerous media outlets. 

But it’s not all cannabis talk, on this week’s episode we also explore the nuances of being a full time working mom, debunk some mom guilt, and chat about the importance of maintaining a work life balance.  As they do on every episode, Ashley & Alexis talk to Dr. Lyn about a few of her “firsts” and “lasts” including, “when was the last time you had your heart broken?”

Check it out!

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This week on Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex with Neri Santiago, wife, mother, reality TV star, owner of Juicy Juice, and as the ladies have coined her, the first lady of podcasting. This cool, calm, & collected Queen is the walking definition of ride or die, she’s been married to N.O.R.E, hip hop star and host of Drink Champs Podcast for over a decade. 

In this week’s episode, she lets us in on the fears that come along with being married to a man in Hip Hop in today’, shares with us some of the difficulties of launching a business, and gets emotional while speaking about the men in her life, past and present.  

And as they do on every episode, the ladies talk to Neri about some of her firsts and lasts, including when was the first time she felt real pain? The last time she felt like she had to stand by N.O.R.E’s side or the decision he made, even though she may not have agreed with it, and the last time she took a beat to thank God for her life. 

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This week on Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex with Shea, a licensed Financial Advisor. This successful, confident, boss babe is determined to make us have the tough conversation with ourselves, friends, family, and potential suitors….you know, the ones about money. 

In this week’s episode, Shea gives us tips on saving & investing, encourages women to take control of their financial future, digs in deep on the power dynamics between money and relationships, and tells us about the best investment we can make this year. 

Shea’s Gems:

Free investment platforms: E-Trade, Vanguard, and Fidelity 

General Questions That Could Lead to healthy financial discussions: 

• What are your goals for the next 10,20,30 years?
• Do you have college debt?
• Do you have any other financial obligations that I should know about?
• What is your money style? Are you a saver? Spender? Investor?
• Did you talk about money with your parents growing up?
• How did your parents deal with money issues? Did they have money issues?
• Was it a source of stress and family fights?
• If you inherited $100,000 tomorrow, how would you spend it?
• What do you think about prenups?
• How would you envision splitting up household expenses and who would be responsible for managing these home's finances?
• Do you have health insurance?
• Do you have life insurance?

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This week on Dear Young Queen: The Podcast, your hosts Ashley Weatherspoon and Alexis Stoudemire are coming to you live from #CasaLex with athlete, boy mom, wifey, investor, and brand ambassador of The Flowery,  Faith Haslem.

This Flower child has traveled the world with Alexis but resides in Florida where her family ties are strong. She is the Queen of The Man Cave AKA The Haslem Ranch, where she lives with her husband, two sons, and 6 male King Corsos. You would think most women would be going nuts as the only woman in her house, but this former tomboy and track star from VA loves every second of it. 

On this week’s episode, Faith shares her experience growing up a biracial woman, sparks a good conversation on interracial relationships, life as a student-athlete, and takes us back 20 years to the first time she crossed paths with her husband, NBA champion & Miami Heat Legend Udonis Haslem. The ladies explore is love at first sight and as they do on every episode, they talk to Faith about a few of her “firsts” and “lasts.” 

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Make This Week's Cocktail "A Snowy Night in Toronto"

Dear Young Queen, This flavorful cocktail will elevate your tastebuds just like the elevation in Toronto on a snowy night. Enjoy this lighter, citrusy vibe !!

2 OZ of Vodka
1.5 OZ of St. Germain (optional)
.5 OZ lemon juice
.5 OZ lime juice
3-4 OZ Oz of lemon Elderflower Soda
Garnish with Lime

+Add Ice, Vodka, St. Germain, Lemon & Lime juices in a Shaker
+Shake and Pour over ice
+Add Elderflower Soda on top.

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04:08 - Alexis & Faith reflect on their travels together

08:00- The Only Girl In The Haslem Ranch

09:53-  Faith Haslem On Growing Up Biracial

18:00 - Are Interracial Relationships Trendy?

22:10 - Faith Talks Running Track & SelectingThe University of Florida

26:02- Life As A Student Athlete

27:54- Faith & Her Husband Have been together 20+ years 

28:25- The First Time Faith Saw Udonis On Campus

32:33- Is Love At First Sight A Real Thing? 

35:54- Faith Talks About Raising & Feeding Her Big Babies

43:44- Faith Talks Cheering On Her Man Vs. Her Kids

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