Life After 25

Random Ass Messy Episode brought to you by Laurina, Dominique and Renice. Listen to us talk our shit about the British Royals, touch on colorism, pick our favorite sad love songs and discuss the musical genesis of Doja Cat. Listen to us wrap up the hottest topics of March 2021.

Black Girl Magic - Diamond Poyer

IG @puzzlepeiceme

I am only successful because I am great at tricking people into thinking I am successful! Imposter Syndrome is felt by many, but in this episode we are focused on how it impacts black women in society. As black women continue to grow in the workforce and educational fields the imposter syndrome phenomenon continues to sneak up on us and causes self doubt. Listen to Renice, Laurina and Dominique discuss how they deal with their own imposter syndrome, and ways they push that self doubt to the side and continue to blossom.

Black Girl Magic: 12th Glow (Dana & Dominyque) 

IG - @12thGlow

Website - www.12thglow.com

Articles about Imposter syndrome:

https://hbr.org/2021/02/stop-telling-women-they-have-imposter-syndrome

https://www.themuse.com/advice/5-different-types-of-imposter-syndrome-and-5-ways-to-battle-each-one

*Cue Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie* Feminist: A person who believes in the social, political, and economic equality of the sexes. But is it that simple? Listen to Laurina, Dominique, and Renice talk about their definition of Feminism and their personal experiences with being a black feminist.

Black Boy Joy- H. Faust (Just Carpets 215)

IG- @justcarpets215

How many times have you looked in the mirror, wishing you had an extra 10 bands and an appointment with Dr. Miami. We have all been there, but how do we overcome these issues? Where do they even stem from? Has social media enforced these issues or can we start using it to break the cycle? Listen to Dominique, Laurina, and Renice talk about the body image issues.

Black Girl Magic: Sharon (Sharon's Sweet Jawns)

IG: @sharonssweetjawns

As women we are taught from a young age how to conduct ourselves so that we avoid sexual harassment. The problem? Sexual harassment isn’t something that can be thwarted by acting demure! Cat calling, unwanted touching, verbal harassment veiled as compliments are a few examples what women may encounter throughout their lives. Laurina, Dominique, and Renice discuss their encounters and touch based on the recent accusations made against rapper TI and his wife Tiny.

Black Girl Magic: Sharnay (Cloud 10 Treats)

IG: @Cloud10treats

You have to be living under a rock to not know that a black woman’s hair is her crown. Over the last decade there has been complete 180 in how black hair is portrayed in a more positive light. However, we all know that society doesn’t change overnight. Renice, Laurina, and Dominique discuss their hair journey throughout the years. The good, the bad, and the microaggressions! We get a look at the ladies personal struggles with their hair.

Black Girl Magic/Black Boy Joy- Dominick & Nicole Draper (The Voiceover Couple)

IG: @TheVoiceoverCouple

Website: www.thevoiceovercouple.com

It’s valentine’s day… again. The only thing worse than hating valentine’s day as a single person is hating valentine’s day as someone who has recently gone through a breakup. It’s like an extra gut punch watching those around you parade their love around while you are broken down inside out. If we’ve told y’all once we will tell y’all again, we got y’all. This special final episode in our relationship series features relationship expert Keishorne Scott as Dominique, Renice, and Laurina discuss how to deal with a breakup. This valentine’s day listen to advice on how to properly heal from a broken heart and move on with your best life.

Dating isn't all that easy for the men either! Next up we have another Men's Panel *cues horns*. The fellas have their moment to talk all about the trials and tribulations as it pertains to dating as a black man. Communication styles, difficulties, and experiences are all discussed in this episode. Once again this convo was so good we broke it down into TWO parts for you!

Black Girl Magic- Shekale Hutchinson (Skin By Shekale)

IG: @skinbyshekale

Website: www.skinbyshekale.com

Dating isn't all that easy for the men either! Next up we have another Men's Panel *cues horns*. The fellas have their moment to talk all about the trials and tribulations as it pertains to dating as a black man. Communication styles, difficulties, and experiences are all discussed in this episode. Once again this convo was so good we broke it down into TWO parts for you!

Black Girl Magic- Shekale Hutchinson (Skin By Shekale)

IG: @skinbyshekale

Website: www.skinbyshekale.com

Let's just be honest here, dating is GHETTO! Listen to Dominique, Laur, and Renice recount their experiences with dating as a black woman. They also welcome their good friend Semaj Johnson to the conversation. We give our take on why we believe dating as a black woman is more difficult. Touch on why black women are least likely to get married. We even give our opinion on how society's portrayal of black women has harmed us. This convo was so good we broke it down into TWO parts for you!

Black Girl Magic- Asata (The Glow Room)

IG: @theglowroom609

FB: The Glow Room

Website: https://the-glow-room.square.site/