Just Drawz - The Podcast

In this episode, we explore the essentials of building wealth, managing debt, and planning for the future from a Black gay perspective. Our guest, Brian, shares practical strategies for financial empowerment, estate planning, and creating generational wealth. 

Brian Johnson shares practical strategies for building wealth, protecting assets, and planning for the future, emphasizing the importance of transparency, small steps, and community conversations. 

Jeff and Darius ask some rapid fire financial questions that one can use today to take action on one’s financial future. 

“Just…Making Cents”

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Listen to Our 1980’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJSnSgL_BXLs

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YLiasel6QMVcJDggeqU4S?si=gwA2sRT4Sp-SsXw8oVbMAQ

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-80s/pl.u-zPyLmGLIpvk0pX

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Guests:

Brian:

https://www.instagram.com/brian_d_johnson/

https://cwifinancial.com/

https://www.facebook.com/cwifinancial/

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

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Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

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Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

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Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, collaboration, communication,  expectations, future aspirations, gay, honest conversations, identity, independence, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, wealth building, financial education, debt management, estate planning, generational wealth, Black LGBTQ+ finances, credit scores, emergency fund, financial planning, asset accumulation wealth building, financial planning, legacy, insurance, investing, debt management, generational wealth, community finance, side hustle, financial literacy

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#JustDrawz

#moneymanagement #blackgaypodcast #blackwealth #generationalwealth #authenticity #blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #podcastingwhileblack #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #realtalk #applepodcasts #indiepodcast #youtubepodcast #gaycreators #blackpodcasting #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #podcastforblackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen

DJ Sir Daniel and Jay Ray from ⁨@queuepointspod⁩ join DMC and Jeff for this collaborative episode as they explore the complex relationship between Black male R&B artists' sexuality, public perception, and cultural expectations. 

Peeling back layers of gossip, stereotypes, and societal norms the discussion explains why these topics matter in music and culture. The crew explores cultural double standards, artist promotion, and images.  From Prince to Tevin Campbell, they talk about what masculinity looks like and how its expression and expectation can change based on who is on the mic. 

“Just… R&B Divos”

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Listen to Our 1980’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJSnSgL_BXLs

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YLiasel6QMVcJDggeqU4S?si=gwA2sRT4Sp-SsXw8oVbMAQ

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-80s/pl.u-zPyLmGLIpvk0pX

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Guests:

QueuePoints Pod:

https://queuepoints.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@UCf40qB0AVdMc1hy_NSiAipg

https://www.instagram.com/queuepointspod

DJ Sir Daniel:

https://www.youtube.com/@UCPCg-P0qFt6kqhzQ6z9zIPQ

https://www.instagram.com/djsirdaniel/

Jay Ray:

https://www.instagram.com/jayrayisthename/

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

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Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

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Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

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Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, Black music, masculinity, R&B, hip hop, sexuality, celebrity rumors, cultural perception, LGBTQ, music industry, fame music, celebrity, sexuality, social media, culture, black artists, fame, LGBTQ, mental health, authenticity

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#JustDrawz

#BlackMusic #masculinity #R&B #hiphop #gayrumors  #sexuality #celebrityrumors #LGBTQIA #musicindustry #fame #music #authenticity #blackpodcast #blackpodcasters #spotify #applepodcasts #podcast #podcastingwhileblack #blackpodcaster #spotifypodcast #youtube #realtalk #applepodcasts #indiepodcast #youtubepodcast #gaycreators #blackpodcasting #gaypodcasts #LGBTpodcast #blackmen #podcastforblackgaymen #blackpodcastnetwork #gaymen

In this episode, we explore comprehensive sexual health strategies, STI prevention, and the importance of regular testing, especially within Black and Latino communities. Our guest, Dr. Jonathan Lucas, shares over 30 years of expertise in infectious disease research and treatment. 

We explore the latest in HIV prevention, treatment options, and the social dynamics surrounding STI disclosure and stigma and what’s on the horizon in new prevention methods.

“Just… The Tip”

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Listen to Our 1980’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJSnSgL_BXLs

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5YLiasel6QMVcJDggeqU4S?si=gwA2sRT4Sp-SsXw8oVbMAQ

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-80s/pl.u-zPyLmGLIpvk0pX

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Guests:

Jonathan

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

_______________________________

Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

_______________________________

Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

_______________________________

Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability, STI prevention, sexual health, HIV, testing, health disparities, Black communities, Latino communities, monogamy, condoms, PrEP HIV prevention, PrEP, STI, HIV treatment, community health, biomedical research, HIV laws, undetectable equals untransmittable, STI testing, HIV stigma

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#JustDrawz

#Acceptance#Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #SexualHealth #STDPrevention #KnowYourStatus #SafeSex #EndTheStigma #HealthEducation #MensHealth #PrEP #UequalsU #BlackGayMen #LatinoGayMen #GayHealth #SGL #BIPOCLGBTQ #QueerHealth #blackgaymen #blackgaypodcast #rvsd  #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #RedDressRun #NewOrleans #gaydiscourse #gaydebates #socialcommentary

We are back from hiatus and Season 4 continues as Jeff and Darius explore the cultural significance of the Red Dress Run in New Orleans. We get into the viral event's history, and the role the Black LGBTQIA community has played bringing the event to the front and center of our timelines every summer. 

We discuss the event's impact on tourism, social dynamics, and how it intersects with pride and identity. In this episode, Jeffrey Fleming shares his insights on participating in the Red Dress Run, the importance of charity contributions, and challenging traditional gender norms through fashion and self-expression. The conversation explores the social and cultural significance of the event, personal experiences, and ways to support meaningful causes.

“Just… Red Dress Mess”

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Listen to Our 2000’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/604IsBo6mmjTlJPvsViznN?si=NDtn2EJGTkyJkFH7xKyWGQ

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-00s/pl.u-yZyVW5mTBJ9KB7

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Guests:

Jeffrey:

https://www.instagram.com/Sonofhoward

https://www.tiktok.com/@sonofhoward17?_r=1&_t=zp-91g8oecaue7

https://linktr.ee/Sonofhoward

My First 17: 

https://a.co/d/0eotMPMT

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

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Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

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Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

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Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability

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#JustDrawz

#Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #RedDressRun #NewOrleans #gaydiscourse #gaydebates #socialcommentary

"I chose me." - Brandon

In this deeply personal episode of the Just Drawz Podcast, we sit down with Brandon, who courageously shares his journey through addiction, recovery, and what it means to choose healing one day at a time.

Together, we have an honest conversation about substance use in the LGBTQ+ community, particularly among Black gay men, and examine the factors that often go unspoken: the search for belonging, the pressures of certain social spaces, mental health, trauma, loneliness, and the courage it takes to ask for help.

Brandon opens up about his life before recovery, his experience living in a sober living community, and the lessons he's learning as he continues to rebuild his life. His story is one of accountability, 6resilience, and hope.

This episode is not about judging people or sensationalizing addiction. It's about understanding how people become hooked, celebrating the possibility of healing, and reminding anyone who may be struggling that recovery is possible and that no one has to walk that journey alone.

A Gentle Note: This conversation explores the realities of addiction and the path toward recovery. We encourage you to prioritize your well-being as you listen. Should you or a loved one need a safe space to turn, the SAMHSA National Helpline offers free, private support around the clock at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). Remember, you are never truly alone.

"Just...Hooked Yet Healing"

Resources:

Narcotics Anonymous “Big Book”:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Qlxqbxikq802gFA_71ueeqR-3dCjT74/view?usp=drive_link 

12 Steps Infographic: 

https://i5.walmartimages.com/seo/The-12-Steps-of-Alcoholics-Anonymous-Poster-therapy-Wall-Art-for-Living-Room-Bedroom-Aesthetics-Decor_d7d24baa-7da5-4c41-9f14-082ed5f35165.4322afac7c38836c975ba972343e638b.jpeg?odnHeight=768&odnWidth=768&odnBg=FFFFFF 

12 Traditions of Narcotics Anonymous:

https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://imgv2-1-f.scribdassets.com/img/document/939172370/original/96ac6c5a63/1?v%3D1&tbnid=9MWIwnvy9xbx4M&vet=1&imgrefurl=https://www.scribd.com/document/939172370/12-Traditions-of-NA&docid=1smRxstoSbHE1M&w=768&h=1024&hl=en-US&source=sh/x/im/m1/3&kgs=826230aef3293e70&shem=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe&utm_source=epsd1,nisbtsac,rimspwouoe,sh/x/im/m1/3 

Crisis Help: www.samhsa.gov  | TEXT NUMBER: Text your zip code to 435748

Listen to Our 90’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe

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Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

_______________________________

Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

_______________________________

Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

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Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

Surprise!! Darius and Jeff of JustDrawz have linked up with Dana from HellaChisme to bring you a supersized and extra long episode combining all of our personalities together! The topic is the Black Gay Monolith. Are we as a culture monolithic? Do we always put the same artists, content creators, and cultural moments on? If so, why do we always say “We are not a monolith” then?Well we dive into that thinking and challenge ourselves and you to talking about this. Are we really the same? Or do we have just enough differences as a culture? Watch and listen to our takes on this special collaboration!Be sure to check watch, like, and subscribe to HellaChisme as well!

“Just… Monolithic”

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Key Topics:

• Defining the Black Gay Monolith.

• Challenging the thought of community versus the perception of conformity.

• Are Black Gay Men allowing different or quieter voices the space to be heard or feel seen?

• How does desirability factor in who we 'put on'?

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Listen to Our 90’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe

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Special Guest Host:

Dana:

https://linktr.ee/hellachismepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/hellachismepod/

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

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Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

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Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

https://www.instagram.com/hellachismepod/

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

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Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability

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#JustDrawz

#Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #bodyimage #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #cheating #lying #manipulation #boundaries #bodyimage

And we are wrapping it up with this edition of our advice series. On this one, we’re dealing with hairy Black men, if watching adult content is cheating, struggling with smell and taste, checking your best friend pushing up on your boyfriend, and more!

“Just… Unsolicited Advice: 3 Part 2”

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Key Topics:

• Relationship honesty and trust.

• Personal growth and second acts in your 30s.

• Building authentic connections without social media.

• Overcoming body image issues and self-acceptance.

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Listen to Our 90’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe

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Guests:

John:

https://www.instagram.com/stories/mrbradfordjr

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

_______________________________

Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

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Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________

Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving,improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability

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#JustDrawz

#Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #bodyimage #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #cheating #lying #manipulation #boundaries #bodyimage

It’s that time again! We’re dishing out some good old fashioned Just Drawz advice and this time, John is back with us!You know how we do! In the first half, we’re covering what to do when your partner lies about a cheeseburger, the best ways to take advantage of your youth before getting ‘old’, finding gay friends without going to the bar, and getting comfortable going topless as a man and more! All of this with some personal stories and inspiration!

“Just… Unsolicited Advice: 3 Part 1”

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Key Topics:

• Relationship honesty and trust.

• Personal growth and second acts in your 30s.

• Building authentic connections without social media.

• Overcoming body image issues and self-acceptance.

_______________________________

Listen to Our 90’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe

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Guests:

John:

https://www.instagram.com/stories/mrbradfordjr

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

_______________________________

Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

_______________________________

Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded⁠⁠⁠⁠_______________________________

Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

_______________________________

Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, emotional healing, expectations, future aspirations, gay,  healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving, improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability

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#JustDrawz

#Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #BlackMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #advice #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #bodyimage #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #cheating #lying #manipulation #boundaries #bodyimage

Be sure to watch Part 1 of of this conversation first! We conclude the conversation on 50/50 relationships and dating. Anjeleigh, Ray, Jeff, and DMC talk about dating, transactional situations, and handling different responsibilities in today's dating world compared to the past. "Just... The 50/50 Theory: Part 2"_______________________________

Takeaways:

• Why perfect equality is unrealistic and potentially unfair.

• Emotional and financial contributions: balancing responsibility versus capacity.

• Unlearning traditional gender roles and societal expectations around partnership.

• The importance of full-hearted investment and showing up 100-100.

• How reciprocity and intentionality shape healthy relationships.

• The impact of cultural backgrounds and upbringing on partnership dynamics.

• Flexibility in love: seasons of giving more or less.

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Listen to Our 90’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe

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Guests:

Anjeleigh:

https://www.instagram.com/anjeleighpart1

Ray:

https://www.instagram.com/oquendoduke

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

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Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

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Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

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Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, adult content, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, cultural differences, emotional healing, expectations, family, future aspirations, gay, gay marriage, healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, love, marriage, marriage views, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, proposals, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving, same sex marrige, self improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability, 50-50 relationships, Partnership dynamics, Emotional contributions,Gender roles, mutual support in love, relationship flexibility, cultural impact on relationships, financial, balance in partnerships, unlearning societal norms, reciprocity in relationships

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#JustDrawz

#Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #SameSexMarriage #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #SocietalPerceptions #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #reciprocity

In this first part of a two part episode, Jeff and DMC explore the evolving dynamics of relationships beyond the common 50-50 rule. They unpack the complexities of partnership, traditional roles, emotional equity, and what it really means to show up fully for each other, whether in heterosexual, LGBTQ+, or unconventional arrangements.

Returning to the panel is frequent guest Anjeleigh in her first appearance with DMC and Jeff! Her point of view comes from the female end of a heterosexual marriage.

We're also welcoming Ray who is brings the view point from a long term same sex marriage. 

Be sure to watch Part 2 of this conversation!

“Just… The 50/50 Theory"

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Takeaways:

• Why perfect equality is unrealistic and potentially unfair.

• Emotional and financial contributions: balancing responsibility versus capacity.

• Unlearning traditional gender roles and societal expectations around partnership.

• The importance of full-hearted investment and showing up 100-100.

• How reciprocity and intentionality shape healthy relationships.

• The impact of cultural backgrounds and upbringing on partnership dynamics.

_______________________________

Listen to Our 90’s Playlist:

YouTube Music:

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTzaf4yOmTtwfewr5Lq5jTB9Y5JvKg8lh&si=Lqv2Xassq-woeJUA

Spotify:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4xX9SSUHjjxdk7CkqUHUuN

Apple Music: 

https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-just-drawz-podcast-presents-decades-the-90s/pl.u-06oxDB6uJNjgJe

_______________________________

Guests:

Anjeleigh:

https://www.instagram.com/anjeleighpart1

Ray:

https://www.instagram.com/oquendoduke

Hosts:

DMC:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kklothesminded

⁠⁠⁠https://x.com/DMCureton⁠⁠⁠

⁠https://linktr.ee/deeemcee⁠

Jeff:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.x.com/jefflevelsup

⁠https://linktr.ee/jefflevelsup⁠

_______________________________

Just Drawz on Social Media:

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thejustdrawzpodcast

⁠https://linktr.ee/JustDrawz⁠

_______________________________

Edited and produced by:⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jefflevelsup

⁠⁠⁠_______________________________

Music: "Neptunes" - by Black Assassin -

⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/blk_assassin

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Keywords:

acceptance, achievement, adult content, authenticity, Black and brown men, Black gay men, boundaries, collaboration, communication, cultural differences, emotional healing, expectations, family, future aspirations, gay, gay marriage, healing, honest conversations, identity, independence, industry insights, influence, legacy, LGBTQ, LGBTQ relationships, LGBTQ+, LGBTQIA, LGBTQIA+, love, marriage, marriage views, masculinity, mental health, personal growth, proposals, queerness, recognition, relationship dynamics, relationships, safe spaces, Same gender loving, same sex marrige, self improvement, self love, self reflections, self-discovery, self-perception, sexual exploration, SGL, social media, societal perceptions, success, support, vulnerability, 50-50 relationships, Partnership dynamics, Emotional contributions, gender roles, mutual support in love, relationship flexibility, cultural impact on relationships, financial, balance in partnerships, unlearning societal norms, reciprocity in relationships

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#JustDrawz

#Acceptance #Achievement #Authenticity #BlackAndBrownMen #BlackGayMen #Boundaries #Collaboration #Communication #CulturalDifferences #EmotionalHealing #Expectations #Family #FutureAspirations #Gay #GayMarriage #Healing #HonestConversations #Identity #Independence #LGBTQ #LGBTQRelationships #LGBTQPlus #LGBTQIA #LGBTQIAPlus #Love #Marriage #MarriageViews #Masculinity #MentalHealth #PersonalGrowth #Queerness #Recognition #RelationshipDynamics #Relationships #SafeSpaces #SameGenderLoving #SameSexMarriage #SelfImprovement #SelfLove #SelfReflections #SelfDiscovery #SGL #SocietalPerceptions #Success #Support #Vulnerability #5050 #reciprocity