This week, Willie, Elise, Jelani, and Alliyah close out the season by reflecting on the heart of it all: friendship. From the hilarious way they first met to the moments that solidified their bond. It’s laughter, a little nostalgia, and a whole lot of love, the perfect way to wrap up the season!

This week we’re talking about everyone’s favorite topic, MONEY. We all love it, we’ve all worked for it, and now we’re breaking down how we spend it, save it, and think about it. From little splurges to big goals, we’re getting real about our financial habits and the role money plays in our lives.

Growing up Black means navigating a world of beauty standards that often weren’t made with us in mind. In this episode, we dive into what it was like coming of age while juggling Eurocentric ideals, family expectations, and the unspoken rules around hair, fashion, and identity. From school hallways to barbershops and beauty supply stores, we reflect on the pressures, the resilience, and the joy of creating our own definitions of beauty.

This episode is all about music! The tracks that raised us, the artists who shaped our taste, and the sounds that marked different chapters of our lives. From the songs we couldn’t stop replaying as kids to the albums that still hit years later, we’re digging into the beats, the memories, and why certain music gets old

In this episode, we reflect on the moments that defined our childhoods; from the classroom to the living room. We talk about school memories that stuck with us, the music that shaped our early years, and the TV shows that felt like a second home. Whether it was rushing home to watch SpongeBob , memorizing the lyrics to your favorite Beyoncé songs, or navigating the highs and lows of picture day, this episode is a heartfelt look at growing up Black in the 2000s. Tune in for laughter, connection, and a shared sense of nostalgia.

In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the messy, chaotic, sometimes hilarious world of modern dating. From endless swiping on apps to figuring out what our standards actually are, we’re talking hookups, heartbreak, situationships, and the occasional “wyd” text that ruins your whole night. Nothing’s off limits. Whether you’re boo’d up, burnt out, or back on Hinge for the third time this month, this one’s for you. Let’s unpack why dating feels doomed… and why we still keep trying anyway.

This week, we’re diving into the world of reality TV! We talk about the drama, the delusion, and the dating chaos that somehow feels… personal. Of course we talk Love Island, (Olandria and Taylor have entered the chat 👀), decide which reality shows we’d actually thrive on, and debate whether Zeus Network is producing entertainment or trauma in HD.

🎬 If reality TV raised you too, this one’s for you!

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Welcome to the very first episode of Out The Group Chat! We’re kicking things off by letting you in on how we met and what brought this chaotic group chat to life. We break down Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter tour, talk about the power (and pitfalls) of Black representation in media and news, and put a few of the co-hosts in the hot seat to answer some pressing questions. It’s honest, hilarious, and just the beginning. Let’s get into it!

Join Élise, Willie, Alliyah, and Jelani on June 19th for the first episode of Out The Group Chat