Effort and Vibes

Effort and Vibes

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Effort and Vibes episodes

  • EP 12: If It's Free, It's for Me!

    The crew share their confusion around T.I. and the controversial gynecologist appointments. Conspiracy Jay tries to explain the latest Voyager news to his fellow Podders. Are those on the Millennium tour cancelled by association if R. Kelly wrote their songs? We talk open and honest about having a hard time cancelling artists for their problematic shit. The crew express trading cancel culture for one more of accountability. Does the public actually forgive? We explain learning through forgiveness for yourself and others. We break down the importance in acknowledging triggers that may need future support and why sabbaticals after work burn out are E & V approved.  Tune in to see which Podder gives you your new favorite phrase and why Headspace may be our future sponsor.

    Make sure to follow us @EffortandVibes on Instagram!

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    49 min
  • EP 11: It's My Birthday! Cashapp Me!

    What's probably the coolest thing about adulting? Buying your own gifts! This week, we throw it back to the bougie telly parties, the sweet sixteens and what childhood celebrations may have played a role in the crew's birthday evolution. We share our love for John "Pops" Witherspoon for his contribution as everyone's "Pop," and to our teenage humor. We talk surprise parties gone wrong and what country applies the pressure when you're single and Thirty. The crew explain why you should spend a portion of your next birthday alone and what their go to birthday vibe is.

    Tune in to hear which of our podders claims the title of "Terrible Uncle" and why you should always put money in the birthday card. Have your cashapp ready for your next birthday and participate in our poppin' polls for a chance to be featured in Episode 12!

    Make sure to follow us @EffortandVibes on Instagram!


    53 min
  • EP 10: I AIN'T NEVER SCARED!!

    This week, E&V talk the most anticipated season and its real spooooky! We share some of our favorite costumes and vibes that get us ready to turn up. The crew break down why karma's a bitch when you used to egg houses as a kid. Javon and Tae share his escape of near death at the scariest haunted attraction in North America. Tati talks about a magical place called Strawberry Park where both kids and adults get some well deserved, age appropriate, treats. Brother Zay campaigns for an adult Halloween that involves his favorite vegetable. We reminisce on the transition from Trick or Treating to just plain trickin' in college. 

    How many of y'all still run to your room when you turn that hallway light off? As we talk all things frightening, Zay shares why getting audited by the IRS is the number one on his list. We deliberate the results of our poppin poll involving the infamous mixing of cereals and find out how many of our Vibers are Team Tati and Zay. Make sure to follow @EffortandVibes on IG to participate in our next poll for a chance to be featured in Episode Eleven!

    52 min
  • EP 9: Cannabis is Our Favorite Adult Vegetable!
    This week, we talk about what we do to wind down, and what album passes the headphones and car test. We break down why reviewing your vibes and date nights are keys to a happy life! The crew reminisces on those landline phone calls and why open vulnerability with your people is cool as F*ck! Want to add some sexy to the bedroom? Find out why and how a scented candle can set that extra vibe you might be looking for. 
    Tae talks Howard Homecoming and her feelings on Kanye at an HBCU. Javon and Zay debate the intermingling of their favorite cereals, while Tati breaks down her required sleep position. We bring back our poppin' poll of the week and our #Vibers share their wind down faves!
    Make sure to follow us on Instagram @EffortandVibes, to participate in our next poll, for a chance to be featured on Episode 10!
    Check out some of our fellow creators who were mentioned in this episode (mentioned in order):
    @TheGameRoomPod: https://linktr.ee/thegameroompod
    @KelsConvers: http://thetinytravelerblog.com/links/
    @TheMilliBlog: https://linktr.ee/themilliblog
    53 min
  • EP 8: Collecting Cans Builds Character!
    Zay talks how important it is to catch a vibe with your therapist and keeps us up with the latest lingo.  Javon gives us the definition of "Magnanimous," and reminds us that we are rare and a work-in-progress!  Tae let's us know why it's all about delivery when having tough talks with your friends. Tati recounts why collecting cans before trash day was NOT a vibe!
    The crew talks about how vital it is to work on your mental health everyday and why therapy should be on everyone's to-do list.  Does virtual reality make people socially awkward? Tati talks "dream-drifting" and Facebook's virtual reality program in the works.  We break down the crew's childhood hustles and how they used to make money with their Sam's Club grinds. What prevents us from pursuing our ideas? We discuss personal road blocks that prevent us from seeing our ideas through. Navigating through content on social media as a creator: why moving with intention is important when putting yourself out there online and in-person. Are you following your life path? Zay introduces us to an eerily accurate numerology chart that mirrors our hosts a little more closely than they thought (visit https://feliciabender.com/life-path-number/ to get your life path number)! Tune in to find out who's life path number is six in a group of all threes! 
    Thank you to everyone that participated in our poll on instagram!  Stay tuned for future polls on our page @EffortandVibes and be a part of the next episode!
    56 min
  • EP 7: Happy Fall Motherf*ckers!

    Fall just started and Tati is already tired of the pumpkin phase! Zay talks repurposing boxers and "if they work, they work!" Jay and Tae talk about the magic that comes with cooking with your partner and the importance of being offline.

    The crew talks love languages and we let you know which of our co-hosts constantly needs to be touched! They break down major keys in relationships, while sharing thoughts from the viewers about expectations and what's important to them!

    Thank you to everyone that participated in our poll on Instagram! Stay tuned for future polls on our page @EffortandVibes and be a part of the next episode!

    43 min
  • EP 6: You Need to Re-Grow Up!

    From now on, Tati is referred to as Dr.Benjamin and Zay explains why she's a Witch Doctor. Tae vents about Javon's annoying eating habits when they watch a movie and how Javon will not watch a movie that will make him cry.

    Is the junk drawer hereditary? We all know you have one! E&V switches it up this week to talk about childhood, generational habits and growing up-and-out of those things that might drive you--or your partner--wild! Sit back on your grandma's plastic covered couch to hear the crew talk about what habits stuck and what they could do without. 

    51 min
  • EP 5: What's Incognito Mode?
    Javon watched that episode of "Black Mirror" and didn't think of Zay...sure. Zay and Tati are done on their wedding tour and explain the meaning behind giving someone a two-slot toaster or a four-slot toaster. When you meet someone new, is it weird to get their social media handles instead of their phone number? Tae breaks it down and explains why a number will ALWAYS be better and how to avoid being "Hat-Fished." Does posting your relationship online 24/7 equal a healthy relationship? We discuss both sides of this topic!
    The crew talks about the effort it takes when you meet new people and how to establish a vibe!
    58 min
  • EP 4: What's in your Crown Royal Bag?
    Remember that one episode of "Black Mirror" when VR blurred the lines between best friends and lovers? Zay introduces Javon to the VR episode that left us shook! What's the best way to remember someone's name and get their number? Tati explains why you should always ask them to spell out their name. 
    We talk about our much anticipated event...The Millennium Tour! Should you send out RSVPs? What are your rules for last minute changes? The crew talks Hurricane Dorian's role in the postponement of the party and all the effort it took to curate the vibes on the fly! Tune in for Tae's DIY solution that took care of our uninvited guests...and why Soju will be your new drink of choice!
    59 min
  • EP 3: We're NOT in a Polyamorous Relationship!

    Does your neighborhood have sidewalks? Hang on, we have a theory about this! Have you heard of Mount Ida College? Yeah, neither have we. Can your college degree go up in prestige? 

    The crew takes it back to college to reminisce the moment they met. Is it okay to mix your friend groups? What's it like to meet your partner's co-workers? In this episode, we talk about relationships--romantic and platonic--and the effort it takes to keep the vibes going! 

    48 min

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If you've ever been in a relationship--romantic or plantonic--you understand the effort it takes to create a vibe! Join us weekly, as the Effort and Vibes crew share personal stories where there maybe…