Relationship Status Podcast

Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Dear Nique Letter 

On today’s lunch date episode of RSP, the team responds to a Dear Nique letter from a woman who asks, “What do the lonely do for Christmas?” She and her husband are newly separated, and this year will be her first holiday alone. The writer is considering hiring a professional hugger to combat the loneliness. Nique suggests that she look for other ways to spend her time this holiday season, to include volunteering at homeless shelters or food banks. Yusuf suggests that she host her own party or get-together with friends. Professor Tee suggests that she try to connect with other single people who are away from family for the holidays as well. C.L. advises that she “grow up and put her big girl panties on.” The listeners’ comments reveal empathy and concern for the writer, and most of them encourage her to try the hugger, if that’s what she wants to do. The crew looks forward to hearing your feedback as well, so be sure to chime in on their social media platforms, or email them with a response.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Manipulation

On today’s episode of RSP, the team is joined by guest blogger, K. Antoinette, and they discuss different forms of manipulation in relationships. Is “manipulation” always negative? The team discusses the denotative and connotative meanings of the word, and they determine that it depends on motive. If a person is using malice to manipulate, then it’s a form of emotional abuse. They discuss passive-aggressive behavior and how the silent treatment leads to gaslighting. These behaviors are not limited to romantic relationships. K. Antoinette says she confronts supervisors who use passive aggression in their leadership style. Yusuf says that he recognizes that his response to situations can be seen as gaslighting even though he doesn’t want to hurt anyone with his approach. Professor Tee discusses how language such as “Here we go again,” and “What did I do now,” interrupts the possibility of resolution. Tune in to this episode to dissect the topic of manipulation, and be sure to leave your thoughts and comments on the RSP Facebook or Instagram page.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Dear Nique Letter 

On today’s episode of RSP, the crew reads a Dear Nique letter from a gentleman who wants to know if he should confront his woman about showing more attention and affection to one of her daughters. C.L. begins by saying he shouldn’t address it directly, and he should take action instead by spending time with the daughter who gets less attention. Professor Tee challenges that suggestion by asking, “Why can’t he include both girls?” The next 30 minutes of the conversation is a debate; however, the team eventually lands here: there is no wrong way to handle the situation. The listeners’ comments reveal advice that  supports both approaches. As always, the team encourages listeners to chime in, whether via email or on their social media platforms.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Knowing When to Leave

On today’s episode of RSP, each cohost shares a condition that alerts us when it’s time to exit the relationship. “You can hurt your kids more by staying in an unhealthy relationship,” Yusuf shares, as he discusses his perception about leaving. Nique’s contribution highlights the lack of balance that’s created when one person is working much harder than the other at resolving relationship issues. C.L. discusses the damage that can result when one partner is constantly standing in line to withdraw but hardly shows up when its time to deposit. Professor Tee warns that a person who begins to suppress who he/she is for the sake of being in a relationship also begins to trade in one’s identity. Listen to the entire episode to hear the depth behind these conditions, and position yourselves to learn more about a time when Yusuf felt inferior in a previous relationship, and Professor Tee dated a man who asked her to scale back on her public speaking. After listening, be sure to chime in on the discussion on their social media platforms.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Dear Nique Letter 

On today’s lunch date episode, the crew is joined by guest blogger, K. Antoinette, and they read and analyze a Dear Nique letter. The writer is mourning the loss of a year and a half long toxic relationship. He admits to blocking her, and he also recognizes that leaving the relationship is better for him; unfortunately, he is struggling to cope with them no longer being together. He misses her, and he wants them to be on good terms. The team unanimously agree that the writer should work on his personal issues and deal with the root of why he wants to remain in a toxic relationship. C.L. seeks clarification: “Wait. A man wrote this,” he asks. Yusuf advises the writer to erase her as a contact and unfollow her on social media. Nique plays devil’s advocate and questions whether he was toxic in the relationship as well. Professor Tee challenges the writer to take time to write a list of all the things she’s done to make their relationship toxic. K. Antoinette interjects the point that some people only understand one love language, which may include yelling, arguing and other toxic forms of communicating. Be sure to chime in and share your analysis and advice on any one of RSP’s social media platforms.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Friendship

On today’s episode of RSP, the Black Golden Girls return for a second visit. The RSP crew asks the ladies questions about their 20-year friendship, and they each share how their communication styles aid them in remaining honest and transparent with each other. They even discuss their first Black Golden Girls episode and how they worked through a friendship issue right on the show. The ladies also discuss the importance of holding each other accountable. Which friend is least likely to take her friends’ advice, even when she’s outnumbered, and which friend is the sensitive one? Who is most likely to bring the girls together when it’s time to address situations the group should confront? Tune in to listen to the ladies share their friendship stories and to discover how their advice about long-lasting friendships. To follow along with the crew as they walk down this friendship lane, tune in to the episode, and join in on the conversation on social media.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Dear Nique Letter 

On today’s lunch date episode of RSP, before the crew gets into the Dear Nique letter, they briefly engage in a convo about Yusuf’s cooked crack, Nique’s next educational pursuit, Professor Tee’s disdain for buffets, and C.L.’s re-enactment of the “big-faced girl” comment. The Dear Nique writer shares that her 10-year cheating boyfriend is actually angry with her for finally leaving the relationship and their apartment. Nique gives the writer a wake-up call as she analyzes why the writer kept forgiving her cheating lover. Professor Tee encourages her to push her energy away from worrying about his feelings about focusing on her own journey. C.L. wants her to realize that she truly wasn’t in a 10-year relationship at all, and the time she spent was time wasted. Yusuf suggests that women who keep taking these men back should stop wearing that kind of ride or die banner like it’s a badge of honor. Be sure to listen to the comments from social media, and feel free to comment or email your own feedback as well.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Marriage & Dating Advice

On today’s episode of Relationship Status Podcast, the crew is joined by Destiny, Brittany, Paige, and Yana, the cohosts of The Black Golden Girls Podcast, where they discuss relationship advice. Guest podcaster, Brittany, suggests that a person should get to know him/herself, and Paige says one should not bring prior problems in a new relationship. Yusuf says people should take their time, and Destiny challenges that premise by saying, “What if a person knows what he/she wants.” The team breaks down Nique’s advice, which leads to an in-depth conversation about expectations during the dating stage. Professor Tee’s advice is based on her personal growth experience, and C.L. wraps things up by advising women to relax with the “WHY” questions. Tune in, listen, comment, and engage in dialogue on RSP’s social media platforms

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Dear Nique Letter 

On today’s lunch date episode, the crew discusses a Dear Nique letter from a lady who is seeking advice about whether or not she should ask her boyfriend for a 2-month break from their relationship. The writer claims she fears they’d both regret not having more partners prior to their marriage. C.L. explains that a woman who truly loves the man she’s with certainly doesn’t want to share him with other women. Yusuf says the man would never see the woman the same after she makes a request like this. Nique thinks the writer just doesn’t want to be in a relationship anymore and is using this ploy as a way to ease out of their romance. Professor Tee plays devil’s advocate and poses the question, “What if the guy agrees, and the two of them are able to make it work?” The crew shares some of the readers’ comments, revealing that most viewers find the girlfriend’s request repulsive and risky. Tune in to the full episode, and join in on the conversation.

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Hosts: Nique Crews, C.L. Butler, Nateisha & Yusuf

Topic: Taking a break in relationships.  

On today’s episode of RSP, the crew discusses what it means to take a break in a relationship. They tackle the questions: what are the pros and cons of taking a break, do these breaks lead to closeness or distance, and what are legitimate reasons for taking a break? A popular opinion shared among the team is that a break is automatically understood to be a breakup, and the men certainly agree that having time off in a relationship is not a good idea. The crew does agree that there is one situation where they might understand the need for a break. Could a request for a break suggest the person just really wants to sleep around, without the accountability of being in a relationship? At least one of the hosts thinks that even if the aforementioned isn’t the reason, asking for a break plants the seed for the other partner to think that it’s about sex with other people. To hear the hosts break down this topic, and to hear each person discuss how he/she would handle such a request from a significant other, tune in to the full episode. Be sure to leave comments, or send an email to the team to share your feedback. 

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