Truth Carpet

Good food, drinks, and home before 10… count me in!!!!

Yaya and Monie check in before sharing their ideas of a low budget but eventful function during their Icebreaker segment.  In Suite 223, Monie recites a new original poem that's untitled yet riveting. Tune in to help Monie figure out what to name it.  The ladies then join Shanea, founder of Brunch N Grind, in the Cafe for their Hot Topic segment. What is Brunch N Grind?  What are some highs and lows of being an event curator?  What’s to come for BNG? Tune in and get the scoop.  During the Dorm Story segment, Yaya and Monie go through the timeline of clubbing and lounging to brunches and day parties. Share your response in the comments. Grab your bottomless mimosas and enjoy.

Brunch N Grind’s IG @brunchNgrind

Yaya’s IG @lov3s3cret

Monie’s IG @_iamloudd_

Maybe she’s born being a dope influencer because the authenticity is reel. 

Yaya and Monie check in before playing a Guessing Game during their Icebreaker segment. Tune in and guess who’ll win.  In Suite 223, Yaya recites “Daisy,” an original poem featured in LoveLoudd Volume 2. Next, Yaya and Monie meet Imani, a fellow CAU alum and influencer, in the Cafe for their Hot Topic segment. What does being an influencer mean?  What are the pros and cons of being an influencer?  What does it take to become an influencer? Tune in and get all the tea from Imani. During the Dorm Story segment, Yaya and Monie discuss cyberstalking and how to stay safe online. Grab your favorite mug and get this tea.

Imani’s IG @HopelessFromantic

Yaya’s IG @lov3s3cret

Monie’s IG @_iamloudd_

Mic check 1, 2, 1, 2! And we back!!!

Yaya and Monie check in and play a game of Pass the Aux during their Icebreaker segment. Who do you think won this musical battle? In Suite 223, Monie recites an original poem about love, and the ladies dicuss their personal views. Next, Yaya and Monie are joined in the Cafe by fellow CAU alum Chill Chad. Chad is a DJ in Brooklyn who is known for sparking Saint James Joy, a block party that bloomed from the infamous 2020 pandemic. Tune in to get all the deets. During the Dorm Story segment, Yaya and Monie share a memorable moment from their past that lives rent-free in their head. Grab your headphones, adjust the volume, and enjoy this audio.

DJ Chill Chad’s IG @DJChillChad | @SaintJamesJoy

Yaya’s IG @lov3s3cret

Monie’s IG @_iamloudd_

It’s getting hot in here, but we promise to keep on all our clothes!

Yaya and Monie check in with one another before sharing what few things they’d grab if ever there were a fire. In Suite 223, Cloud steps to the mic and sets it on fire while reciting his original poem, Dark & Tall. In The Cafe, Yaya and Monie speak with firefighter Delando about things they’ve never known about a Firefighter’s life. What is his career like? How does he manage his work-life balance? During the Dorm Story segment, Monie and Yaya review someone’s story about escaping a fire, and the ladies discuss what resonates. We hope you’ll enjoy this episode.  Stay cool and enjoy! 

Cloud’s IG @ohsocloudypoetry

Delando’ IG @Mr_phresh_ | @Dvision.visuals

Yaya’s IG @lov3s3cret

Monie’s IG @_iamloudd_

It feels so good to be back!!! Did you miss us?

This episode kicks off with Yaya and Monie checking in with one another before sharing a few Roses and Thorns of 2023. In Suite 223, Monie recites her new poem and shares her muse for this piece. Yaya and Monie then head to The Café to chat about burnout. 2023 was a heavy year for many people, so the LoveLoudd knows you’ll appreciate this topic. What is burnout, and how can you manage or overcome that feeling? You’ll have to tune in to find out. During the Dorm Story segment, Monie shares someone’s personal burnout story, and the ladies discuss what resonates. We hope you’ll enjoy this episode.  Grab your drank, meditate and enjoy!  Woosah bay beeee🍹 

Yaya’s IG @lov3s3cret

Monie’s IG @_iamloudd_

They say there’s nothing like a grandmother’s love & they ain’t never lied!

Yaya and Monie check in before pulling and relating to Oracle cards during the Icebreaker. In Suite 223, Yaya recites “Wildflower” by her brother, Rashon Hasan. Yaya and Monie then head over to The Café to jump into their conversation about their late grandmothers. What impact did their loved ones have on them? Why is a grandmother’s love so significant? During the Dorm Story segment, the ladies review and relate to a grandmother’s story from “SimplyBeInspiration.” Maybe you’ll connect to this story as they did. Tune in to find out. Grab your family and a box of tissues, and enjoy!

Yaya’s Ig @lov3s3cret

Monie’s Ig @_iamloudd_

Somebody said, “True friends are great riches.” Wonder what they meant by that.

After checking in, Yaya and Monie respond to a question from the “We’re not really Strangers” card deck during the Icebreaker Segment. In Suite 223, Monie recites “You Will Always Be My Friend” before the ladies share their takeaway from the piece. Yaya and Monie then head over to The Café, where they are joined by a friend of the show, Ron Love, to chat about friendships. After sharing their favorite songs about friendship, this group of friends share what it means to be a friend, how to end a friendship, the categories of friendships, and more. During the Dorm Story segment, Yaya and Monie review friendship stories from “Refinery29”. Some of what’s read may be relatable. You’ll have to tune in to find out. Grab your clique and round of cocktails, and enjoy! 🍹

Yaya’s Ig @lov3s3cret

Monie’s Ig @_iamloudd_

Ron’s IG @dr.ronlove | @luv.and.i

Is love what you make it?

Yaya and Monie check in before playing a game of M.A.S.H during the Icebreaker Segment. This was such a fun game to play as kids, so they thought to run it back for this episode. In Suite 223, Yaya recites an original poem, “Emptiness.” The ladies then share how this poem resonates with them. Yaya and Monie then head over to The Café to discuss marriage. Can they make a lifelong commitment to someone? Should partners discuss their finances? Does marriage matter? During the Dorm Story segment, Yaya and Monie are joined by Amanda Wicks, who shares her unconventional love story and journey to marriage. Tune in to be inspired to love in your own way and be true to yourself. Grab your champagne and enjoy! 🍹

Yaya’s Ig @lov3s3cret

Monie’s Ig @_iamloudd_

Amanda’s IG @stacysinterlude