The Next Era

I'm back after a week off, I was low-key hoping ya'll didn't notice my absence.

Between Hurricane Beryl and some traveling, it's been a crazy!

I give a shoutout to my man for tapping into his Boy Scout skills during the power outage from the storm; he's definitely earned some points. I know I'll be good in the apocalypse.

Being off social media has been easier than expected; I've been more present in real life.

Can't wait to keep the episodes coming and dive into new topics.

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I openly confess my addiction to the internet and social media, admitting that I haven't intentionally taken a break EVER.

I reflect on how I constantly scroll through apps like Instagram and TikTok, feeling like I'm living in a digital bubble rather than in the real world.

Watching the show "Three Body Problem" on Netflix made me see social media as an alternate reality, prompting me to decide to take a break. Despite my addiction, I plan to use social media minimally for promoting my podcast, aiming to have a more balanced relationship with the internet.

I also discuss the ethical issues of digital marketing and how algorithms manipulate us, concluding with my decision to engage more with real life and reduce my reliance on the virtual world.

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No script, no nothing!

I'm on here spitballing and chittin' and chattin' about these people at the BET Awards

Why do y'all think people don't play on the MET gala's top like they do the BET award's?

The guest's really take "come as you are" to another level for the BET Awards, cause Satana, what were you wearing? Y'all know them big boots are never too far though, he will pair them with anything.

Angela Simmons? SIGH

Random, what do yall think Taraji's liquor of choice is?

Of course I always think I know what people could've done better, so I leave my tidbits on how the BET can elevate the awards show.

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You've seen it on social media—people are leaving Greek orgs at an interesting rate, it makes you go hmmm.

Denouncing Greekdom features a tidbit on how I became in AKA + Chelsea, who shares her journey denouncing her membership in the same org.

Influenced by her faith and relationship with God, Chelsea's discomfort with the rituals began during pledging when the spiritual implications clashed with her upbringing.

Despite questioning and peer influence, she felt compelled by God to leave years later. Chelsea's decision was met with mixed reactions from her former sorority sisters, some understanding, others distant.

She emphasizes that denouncing isn't a trend but a spiritual conviction, urging introspection and transparency about Greek life's spiritual aspects.

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Inspired by the Alizé bottle, we unpack gentrification—what the real issue is and how transplants and natives can help.

Brittany Antoinette, host of the Not So CEO Talkshow and Brooklyn native, takes us back in time and shares what old Brooklyn was like pre-9/11, before masses began moving to Brooklyn after not feeling safe in Manhattan.

She grew up in “The Flossy” a tight-knit community and compares it to now, where outsiders seemingly exclude natives based on status and aesthetic.

Although gentrification seems bigger than us and a fault of the government and high rent costs pushing natives out, we chat through what can realistically be done to connect everyone.

Towards the end, we talk about the "internet personalities" creating red tape around certain events; these individuals have been negatively impacted by internet culture & are pressed to be known and liked, losing themselves in the process.

We also question if they ever really knew themselves.

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We got some restructuring going on over here at The Next Era Podcast! I am adding new segments like "Know The Girl," "I Think It’s So Funny," and "I Got A Question." 

This new format allows me to share weekly updates, discuss pop culture, and address listener questions.

We kick off with " I Think It's So Funny" & chit and chat about Rihanna's new hair care line, expressing skepticism about celebrity-endorsed products and critiquing the marketing strategy behind Rihanna's brand. 

Alright, so on this episode, I'm on the mic rambling! 

But it is organized into 3 segments:
Know The Girl
I Think It's so Funny
I Got A Question

This epi is a laid-back catch-up session rather than a deep dive into a specific topic and I welcome my new listeners and give them a lil background about myself.

I share some tidbits to catch new listeners up to where I currently am in life, we chit & chat about where I've lived, how I ended up in Houston, hobbies and even how I met my current partner (spoiler alert: it was in the streeeets).

Towards the end, I share whats to come on upcoming episodes of The Next Era, including plans for more guests. We also recap previous episodes and I give an inside scoop on the top performing ones by the stats!

And finally, I wrap things up by sharing some thoughts on the pressure to speak out on global issues, emphasizing the importance of self-care amidst it all.

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We got another bonus episode!

Y'all know I had to follow up on Diddy!

We chittin’ and chattin’ about Tia Kemp & Tokyo Tony’s joint podcast venture and Mary J. Blige's pricey boots.

I share a personal story about experiencing domestic violence while traveling abroad with an ex and criticize 50 Cent's ongoing ridicule of Diddy. We also discuss Christian Combs' questionable decision to release a diss track aimed at the feds and 50 cent!

I also open up about my evolving perspective on motherhood, shaped by a mix of family dynamics, societal trends, and personal aspirations. 

Don't forget to screen record your favorite part of the epi, comment or send me a message telling me if you would rather be a geriatric mom or a teen mom AND most importantly, tell a friend to tell a friend, about The Next Era podcast.