Krys has a rose infused gin and tonic, Doyin has a Hendricks Midsummer Solstice gin and tonic. This week, we discuss North West’s cute little attitude, the Kenyan governor giving out Henny care packages, Blue Ivy’s PSA and more. For our someone/something, we take a quiz on our listening skills. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss how to be a great listener. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

Listening quiz - https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/listening-quiz.htm

How to be a great listener

https://www.google.com/amp/s/hbr.org/amp/2016/07/what-great-listeners-actually-do

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Drink recipe - https://midnightmixologist.com/index.php/recipe/quiet-sunday/

Credits:

Open: @darrenfleet

Close: Thot 4 No Reason - Sonny747

Krys has a Gin Buck, Doyin has a Lavender Gin and Tonic. This week, we discuss (that bitch) Carole Baskin, Simole Biles killing the handstand challenge, the Clark Sisters movie and more. For our someone/something, we celebrate the National Bail Out to get mothers and caretakers out of jail during the outbreak. And for our Pour Life Decision, we talk about stressors particularly for black women and ways to cope. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

Black women and stress - https://www.healthline.com/health/stress-and-black-women#Tips-for-managing-the-stress-cycle

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@pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | [email protected]

Drink recipe: https://www.gastronomblog.com/lavender-recipe/

Credits:

open: @calebjaxin

close: Cool Enough - TeaMarr

Krys has a Kurrant lemonade, Doyin has an old fashioned. This week, we chat Zoom’s faux pas, bucket list arrests, crusty old Pat Robertson’s COVID-19 thoughts and more. For our someone/something, we scroll through LA Times’ Guide to the Internet. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss the perks of alone time. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

A Guide to the Internet - https://www.latimes.com/projects/guide-to-the-internet/

Benefits of Alone Time - https://www.talkspace.com/blog/benefits-alone-time/

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Drink recipe: https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/1187/lonely-bull

Credits:

open: @thechristishow

close: Believe It - PartyNextDoor ft. Rihanna

DISCLAIMER: No podcast hosts were harmed in the recording of this episode.

Welcome to our “April Fools” Mad Dog episode! Krys has a Red Grape 20/20, Doyin has a Banana Red. This week, we chat an upcoming Insecure game, condom shortages, Leslie Jones’ IG blessings and more. For our someone/something, we celebrate free full length performances from Alvin Ailey dance company. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss ways benefit from regret and move forward. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

Alvin Ailey - https://pagesix.com/2020/03/28/alvin-ailey-to-stream-full-length-performances-online/

Regret - https://tinybuddha.com/blog/dealing-with-regret-8-ways-to-benefit-and-move-forward/

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Credits:

Open: @madea

Close: Samuel L Jackson

Krys has a jack and coke, Doyin has a Jameson with ginger and lime. This week, we discuss Trump and the good job he thinks he’s doing with coronavirus, Florida police asking people to bring their meth in for testing, animals at the zoo visiting each other and more. For someone/something, we share some of our favorite activities to do with all our newfound alone time. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss physical and mental ways to Ground yourself. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

What to do while sheltering at home - https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2020/03/16/coronavirus-quarantine-100-things-do-while-trapped-inside/5054632002/

Free #adulting coloring book - http://shebeknowin.com/

Grounding  - http://bit.ly/2VzmXi5

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Drink recipe: https://yogalifestyles.com/four-superfood-cocktails-sip-fall/

Credits:

Open: Rick Ross

Close: Captain Hook - Megan Thee Stallion

Krys has a merlot, Doyin has a Clover Fizz. This week, we chat Keri Hilson’s misguided antics, Biden’s promised female VP, Betty White being okay and more. For our Someone/Something, we discuss how we can help children with food insecurity during this pandemic. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss actionable tips to help you cope with news anxiety. Pour up and tune in!

Episode notes:

How to help hungry students during coronavirus - https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/13/us/iyw-how-to-help-hungry-students-coronavirus-trnd/index.html

Coping with News Anxiety - https://jkglei.com/news-anxiety/

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Drink recipe: https://www.totalwine.com/cocktail-of-the-month

Credits:

Open: @iamcardib

Close: Algorythm - Donald Glover

Krys has a Santa Cruz gin and soda, Doyin has an old fashioned. This week, we discuss Lebron meeting the GOAT (Blue Ivy), the woman with the musty fake succulent, Florida man going to jail for $2 donuts and more. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate unsung civil rights heroes, Fannie Lou Hamer and Claudette Colvin. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss when you should consider Therapy vs Seeking Advice. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

Therapy vs Advice - https://www.talkspace.com/blog/difference-between-therapy-advice/

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@pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | [email protected]

Drink Recipe: http://cocktailvirgin.blogspot.com/2017/10/dry-tongue-therapy.html

Credits:

Open: @crys.talm

Close: Say So - Doja Cat

Krys has a vodka lemonade w/ peach Absolut, Doyin has a Jameson and coke. This week, we discuss the election primary shakeup, Deacon Justin Bieber, Boosie’s mama (the real bad ass), and more. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate Ayana, the app that helps POCs connect with a therapist of their background. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss ways to get organized, once and for all. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

Being organized - https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/how-organize-your-life-10-habits-really-organized-people.html

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@pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | [email protected]

Drink recipe - https://www.eat-this.org/soho-sling-gin-cocktail-mit-thymian/

Credits:

Open:@ashakosh

Close: Emotionally Scarred - Lil Baby

Krys has a Cupcake merlot, Doyin has a spicy cocktail or two. This week, we discuss Dame acting the ass, mysterious signals from outer space, NAACP Image Awards and more. For our Someone/Something, we discuss unsung heroes of the civil rights movement. And for our Pour Life Decision, we tackle breaking bad habits. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

Breaking bad habits - https://www.talkspace.com/blog/how-to-break-bad-habits/

Connect with us:

@pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | [email protected]

Drink recipe - https://drinkedin.net/cocktail-reviews/149025-bad-habit-recipe.html

Open: @thekrissychula

Close: Yikes - Nicki Minaj

Krys has an Absolut Juice vodka soda, Doyin has a Viking's Blod honey wine. This week, we discuss the first black-owned news channel, the release date for Insecure, Mya’s “wedding” and more. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate author Tayari Jones. And for our Pour Life Discussion, we discuss 16 things to do when you feel lonely. Pour up and tune in!

Episode Notes:

What to do when you feel lonely - https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/wellness/a28915137/what-to-do-when-lonely/

Connect with us:

@pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | [email protected]

Drink recipe - https://www.totalwine.com/cocktail-corner/how-to-make-a-sweetheart-mule