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In this episode Teresa delivers the second entry in her AI series.

AI is here, and I know a lot of everyday people are wondering:

Am I going to be able to keep up?

This episode is not about fear.
It’s not about pretending AI is going away.
And it’s not about using it blindly either.

It’s about learning how to use the tool responsibly.

Because the best way not to get left behind is not to panic.
It’s to practice.

Start small.
Ask better questions.
Check the answers.
Protect your voice and values.
And keep your humanity in the process.

On this episode of Earrings Off, we’re talking about AI, work, family, school, confidence, and responsibility.

Drop a ❤️ if you’ve been trying to figure out how AI fits into your everyday life.

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Money is moving faster than ever and families are feeling it. In this episode, Lou and Teresa get real about the economic pressure hitting Americans, especially Black communities. They break down the hard facts: rising unemployment, record high rent, food and gas prices, and the emotional toll on parents and kids. But the earrings Off hosts also talk solutions: how to support each other, how to stay afloat, and how to hold onto hope. This isn’t fluff. It’s real talk, real numbers, and real community. Listen in.

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The Pickle Ball Queens are back with another episode!

Love pickleball but don’t have hours to spend drilling? This episode is for you.

In Episode 3 of our Pickleball Series, we’re talking about how recreational players can improve their game by playing smarter — not harder.

We’re covering:
🏓 Why consistency beats power
🏓 How to stop giving away easy points
🏓 Why the kitchen is your best friend
🏓 How to turn regular games into practice without feeling like practice
🏓 One simple mindset shift that can change your game

If you’ve ever walked off the court thinking, “I know I’m better than that…” — we’ve got you.

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What’s one pickleball tip that has helped your game the most?

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This follow up to our earlier Nolan Wells episode goes deeper into the conversations Black families are having behind closed doors, the ones shaped by fear, love, protection, and the reality of raising Black children in America. We’re breaking down the emotional weight parents carry, the survival lessons kids learn too early, and the community wisdom that keeps us pushing forward.

This episode isn’t about panic. It’s about preparation, empowerment, and the truth we wish we didn’t have to teach, but we do. If you’re a parent, mentor, educator, or someone who loves our kids, this one matters. Let’s talk about what it really takes to make sure our babies come home alive. We ask that you please share this week’s episode.  

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In this episode of Earrings Off, Teresa and Lou talk about the emotional shock that comes after a diagnosis—and how quickly our minds can spiral into fear, Google searches, worst-case scenarios, and comparisons to other people’s stories.

But a diagnosis is not the whole story. Medicine has changed, treatments have changed, and we still have power in how we respond. From asking questions and seeking support to becoming the CEO of our own health, this conversation is a reminder that mindset matters.

Your diagnosis may be part of your story, but the next chapters are still being written—and you still have a pen in your hand.

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This episode dives deep into what it truly means to stick your neck out for the common good. John Graham, leader of the Giraffe Heroes Project, shares powerful stories from dangerous places, hard decisions, and moments when doing nothing simply wasn’t an option. This week’s episode serves as a reminder that the world doesn’t change from the sidelines. It changes because someone decides to step into the arena. Please follow up with John at https://www.giraffe.org.

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Pickleball is fun, social, and just a little addictive—but if you’re not careful, it can also send you straight to the sidelines. In this episode of Earrings Off, the Pickleball Queens are talking all things court safety with plenty of laughs along the way.

From warming up before you play to wearing the right shoes, staying hydrated, calling “ball on,” protecting your skin, and knowing when to sit down instead of pushing through, Lou and Teresa share beginner-friendly tips to help you enjoy the game without becoming a viral pickleball fail video.

Listen now for practical advice, real-life pickleball lessons, and the kind of back-and-forth only Lou and Teresa can bring. Stay safe, stay hydrated, and stay out of the ER—we’ll see you on the court!

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Two African-American moms sit with grief, rage, and responsibility. This week we talk about the mysterious death of 18-year-old student-athlete Nolan Wells on Horn Island. This week’s episode asks a hard question: what do we owe the truth? If you know something, say something. Nolan’s family deserves answers, not silence. Listen in, feel the weight, share this episode and then let us know how you are feeling and what you are thinking. We are in pain. We know many of you are also hurting. Consider this to be your safe space. Email us at [email protected]. 



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Is AI Making Us Smarter...or Just More Efficient?

Artificial Intelligence is changing the way we work, create, and solve problems—but is it also changing the way we think?

In this thought-provoking solo episode, I share my own journey from AI skeptic to everyday user and explore a question I've been wrestling with:

What parts of our thinking should we never outsource?

We'll talk about why prompting is becoming a valuable new skill, how asking better questions leads to better answers, and why wisdom, curiosity, and critical thinking may be more important than ever in the age of AI.

This isn't a conversation about whether AI is good or bad. It's a conversation about how we can use technology to enhance our thinking—without replacing what makes us uniquely human.

Listen in, and then let us know: Is AI making you smarter...or simply making you faster?

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In this week’s episode Lou shares what it feels like when life finally gives you room to breathe again. About joy arriving after a long season of storms. About healing, gratitude, and the quiet moments that remind us we’re still here, still standing, still beginning again. If you’ve ever lived through the waves and waited for the light to return, this one is for you.

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