The Next Era

Cause I'm really tired of the subtle shade 

Your love should cost a thing!

Ladies, some of this behavior I’ve been seeing lately? It’s giving poor pus*y management, and I hate to say it, but it’s true.

It’s clear we’ve lost the plot. Too many women are giving access without any standards, requirements, or return.

I’m not saying he has to fund your whole lifestyle, but you should be supported, considered, and cared for in every way that matters. 

Men know who they can play with and who they can’t and if you’re not setting boundaries, that’s music to their ears. 

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I brought on my friend Imani Mitchell to unpack the Met Gala, from the fashion highs to the branding lows. She’s the friend I’m always texting during red carpets, analyzing who got it right and who completely missed, so it only made sense to bring our unfiltered convos to The Next Era podcast.

Imani walked us through the theme of Black dandyism and tailored elegance, while I connected the dots between the red carpet and real-world brand strategy. With my background in marketing and entertainment, I couldn’t help but notice how many celebs missed the mark simply because their teams weren’t equipped to manage their image properly. 

But we also gave flowers to those who nailed it, like Angel Reese and Teyana Taylor, who fully understood the assignment and showed up with intention. It was the perfect mix of fashion critique, cultural context.

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In this episode, I’m catching y’all up on life after the breakup and where my head’s been lately. 

I’ve been so inspired — my friends are out here killing it and it’s reminding me to keep dreaming big for myself too. For a minute, I forgot what my own goals even were because everything was so tied to my old relationship. 

Now I’m figuring it out in real time and enjoying the slower pace. I’m also finally going after the big, wild ideas that used to scare me because if the world’s gonna be crazy anyway, we might as well be crazy enough to chase the life we really want.

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Whew, coming to terms with the fact that I might be the problem somestimes? Not fun, but necessary. 

I had to sit myself down and get real about the ways I’ve been showing up, being mean, overly opinionated, not minding my business, and lowkey dodging accountability by overextending grace to myself. 

I’m breaking down how I recognized those patterns, how guilt can sneak in and distort the truth, and what I’m doing to move different. 

I’ve been looking at how I show up in all my relationships—family, friendships, work—and asking if it’s really aligned with who I say I want to be. It’s messy, it’s honest, and it’s all about choosing growth even when it’s uncomfortable.

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We've got some new listeners, hey y'all!

I share my personal journey, starting with my very first job in the big apple at Black Enterprise and moving to New York on a tight budget while navigating early career challenges. 

I open up about my struggles with depression and therapy during this time, sharing an honest perspective on mental health in the workplace. I also talk about how I built my network, landed jobs, and continually worked on improving my skills to stand out. 

Finally, I reflect on my time at Roc Nation, meeting Jay-Z and J. Cole, and the challenges I faced with office politics and the pressure of the industry and how I landed the job at The Shade Room and some of the wild stuff I saw in the DMs from celebrities.

I also share what's next for me—can y'all picture me in law school?

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In this episode, I dive deep into my haircare journey with my stylist Noel New York owner of Noel New York Salon & Boutique. 

From the importance of protein and moisture balance to the controversial topic of using bonnets, Noel sheds light on why it’s crucial to understand your hair’s needs.

We also talk about the challenges of finding the right stylist and why building a long-term relationship matters more than just looking for a quick, aesthetic result.

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Y'all I spent the block badddd this weekend!

I’ve been hitting up some old tings to see where they’re at, and honestly, it’s been eye-opening. 

This episode is all about reflecting on past relationships and why going back isn’t always a bad thing. It’s key to check in with people who’ve actually grown, especially if you’re trying to figure out how you’ve grown too. 

You gotta be open to hearing the tough stuff sometimes and use it to figure out what you want next time. In the end, it’s about changing your mindset, being intentional with your choices, and using what you’ve learned to level up in your future relationships.

*editing may be choppy, its 2:35 AM, I'm tired!

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I just have to take a second to say, I’m really proud of myself! It’s been a wild ride the last couple of months, but now I can see how far I’ve come and I’ve truly been feeling like that girl. 

I’ve been working on shrinking my circle, removing unnecessary connections, and detoxing from social media. It’s been so freeing—now I’m more in control of my energy, and I’m finally in a place where I'm at peace. 

Honestly, creating a more intimate, real-life connection with the people who truly matter has been so much more fulfilling than trying to keep up with every single person on the internet.

It's so refreshing, and I encourage all of you to create your own little bubble of calm, away from all the noise.

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Just landed from Jamaica and I had to hop on real quick and tell y'all about the trip + to follow up on the last episode, My Man, My Man, My Man. 

I touch on my saying "it’s strict around here." I remind everyone not to take everything I say too seriously, and give a sneak peek of what’s coming up next.

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