Send us a text The mimosas are flowing, and the opinions are STRONG! This week, Amanda and Xtina dive headfirst into the phenomenon that is Black women's brunch culture. Is it a necessary sisterhood ritual, or an expensive social media performance? We unpack the good, the glamorous, and the unspoken rules of those weekend meetups. Next, we get real about friendship maintenance and the silent killer: jealousy. We share personal stories and advice on how to keep your friendships healthy when li...
Send us a text Dive into the conversation everyone is talking about! This week, we break down the explosive interview between Cam Newton and Jason Wilson, "The Comprehensive Man." We dissect the most compelling moments, including Cam's raw admission that his "fear of divorce is greater than his desire to get married," and Wilson's powerful, fatherly pushback on issues of faith, manhood, and vulnerability. We're exploring the core themes: the pressure on successful men, the fear and inadequa...
Send us a text Ready for a dose of pop culture, relationship woes, and cautionary tales? This week, we're getting into the complicated world of emotionally unavailable men and why they're so hard to quit. We also take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about our favorite 90s TV shows, we're talking about the ones that defined a generation. Then, we debate a fashion quandary: is that ultra-risqué outfit best worn on a night out with your partner or with your friends? Finally, we wrap things...
Send us a text Melanin & Cocktails is officially back! After a much-needed hiatus, we're kicking off our return with a bang. This week, we dive deep into the recent controversy surrounding R&B legend Kelly Price and her viral comments about Black women. Was she out of line, or did she have a point? We unpack the internet's explosive reaction and the broader conversation it sparked. Plus, we get into the often-murky world of giving relationship advice on a public platform. When does "j...
They are back and not leaving you anymore! The ladies discuss life, love and soulmates.
Don't call it a come back! Secrets and Xtina reunite and share their Vegas experiences and the importance of loyalty to yourself first, when dealing with friends.
The ladies discuss Men and all their glory or lack thereof and friendships. Is it good to break up with a friend or acquaintance because they and your "friend" or friend break up? Secrets gets vulnerable about her relationship situationship with New York trash. Listen in,
Porsha Williams blew up the Internet after she posted a photo showing her cuddling up with “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” co-star Falynn’s ex-husband, confirming that the two were in love after only 30 days. And then there was that ring. Tell us: Real love or made-for-TV love? Xtina and Secrets share their celebrity crushes. Also is the term "What do you bring to the table?" one for men to ask a woman? An Can you always be your authentic self?
SO you want to hike? Hit our Dm and Secrets will hook you up with some great locations. We discuss celebrity crushes, the difference between Compost and Trash ®, discounting peoples support and Justin Timberlake debate. Also Peleton we see you ho.
In this episode as we say goodbye to a host, discuss Normalizing Black Love, True Friendship and Farewell to a legend our DMX!We say hello to new beginnings! Melanin & Cocktails will continue serving up cocktails, special guests and relatable conversations. Pit Liquor https://linktr.ee/pitliquor discount code is M&C15 for 15% off of one purchase per customer through June 30, 2021.
We say goodbye to Charlotte in her last episode. Don't worry we'll force her to come back and share some of her stories. Tonight we discuss Social Media in relationships how important is it? Does Amanda have a fear of commitment or does she just keep interacting with compost men? (Compost: a man that is not completely trash, he has the potential for growth but still has not grown) Do men really prefer women who serve them half popped popcorn? Is there ever a good reason to break up with your ...
Amanda and her theory of who "Becky with the Good Hair" is? Can someone you aren't married to pay your bills? What celebrities should play other celebrities in their biopics? More rants m2hDTjsRemoAPh1E17fg
In this episode the ladies discuss all the March racists thus far. Sharon Osbourne and her trash friend Piers Morgan, the trash Basketball Commentator, the trash Sheriff. With a splash of relationship talk, about do you alter your appearance to looks that your mate prefers.
In this episode the ladies discuss Harry and Meghan interview, review Coming 2 America and Staying hot for your mate.
Cheapskates on Dates This week special guest GZA (https://www.instagram.com/gza_geniuz/?hl=en) aka gza_geniuz weighs in on financing dates, and PDA.
In this bonus episode, the ladies share their go to wellness products of the moment. Self Care is not a hashtag its a necessary part of your everyday life and does not need to cost you anything.
We finish the previous episode by asking about, Should you let someone put you on layaway? Is it fine to wait for someone to get their life together ie finances, education or dealing with intimacy issues.
In this episode the ladies try out being bartenders with Vodka as the mandatory ingredient. Then they join Patrick and discuss should partners exchange each others passwords or are some boundaries in a relationship important?
In tonight's episode we had our wonderful guest host Ari and her captivating perspective on life. We talk about Chris Harrison's Bachelor scandal, with a shot of JT's apology. Then Did Randy Jackson and Luther Vandross have an affair with Osama Bin laden?! An we finish it all up with our relationship topic Should couples share finances?
Bonus episode! After lightly discussing relationships and colorism Ta'mora and Charlotte logged off. Xtina, Amanda and Erayna stayed on and balderdash ensues! From wondering where Theo the Dj/Vj is to Xtina dropping fire lyrics.