Welcome to "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?" the go-to podcast for the Hot Mess Expresses, the Black Sheep's of Love, and those navigating the ups and downs in matters of the heart.
Hosted by you bestie Drea Renee, the Queen of Romantic Disasters, and just like you she has ignored the red flags and done everything sideways!
Whether you're happily coupled, single as a Pringle, or caught in a situationship... let's embark on real and candid conversations about the rollercoaster of relationships. It's time to get honest with ourselves and our partners. I’ve done everything wrong, so as a relationship survivor, let me help you do it right. Go grab your headphones and lets get into it!
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17. Stop playing it cool! How being CHILL is holding you back with Wrenn Woods
Episode 17
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 • Duration 41:03
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea is joined by Wrenn Woods, writer, actor, content creator, and host of Afternoon Partea podcast. Together, they dive into the complexities of being "too chill" in relationships and how this mindset can inadvertently create distance, block true intimacy, and prevent personal needs from being met. Wrenn unpacks why setting boundaries and expressing needs isn't "high maintenance" but a form of self-respect, challenging the notion that being laid-back is always the ideal approach.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Stop Being the Chill Girl
Independence in Relationships
Rich Man vs. Generous Man
Connect with Wrenn:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/wrennwoods/?hl=es
Afternoon Partea Podcast:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClGv3VeTuUv8MRDC_H1kEmQ
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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11:00 For me, I am a go-getter, I’m a hustler, and for me, it's very important to have something on your own and not just fully immerse yourself with another person and lose yourself. - Drea Renee
12:44 Keeping the peace, while that's fine and dandy, you are just shoving sh*t under the rug, and it's going to blow up in your face whether that is a year from now or ten years from now. -Wrenn Woods
23: 17 If he has a bad relationship with his mother, run so far the other way. You will never be able to fill the void of a man who had a terrible relationship with his mother and his childhood. - Wrenn Woods
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16. From Divorce to First Dates: Navigating First Impressions & Intimacy With Melissa Chataigne
Episode 16
Wednesday, October 23, 2024 • Duration 52:45
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea is joined by her close friend Melissa Chataigne, a TV host, style expert, and Curator. Together, they share valuable insights on relationships, touching on the complexities of love and why it isn't always enough to make things work. They discuss the hidden challenges people face in relationships, the effects of divorce on social circles, and the importance of setting clear boundaries in dating.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Love is Not Enough Sometimes
Impact of Divorce on Social Circles
Setting Boundaries in Dating
Mentioned in this Episode:
The Body Keeps the Score Book: https://a.co/d/6AsTYSD
Revolve Link
Connect with Melissa:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/melissachataigne/
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Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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11:49 For many years, there was a lot of trauma and a lot of shame. People in my ear telling me, you don't sound black, you are not this way, why are you listening to this music, you are the whitest black girl. - Drea Renee
27:01 I feel like women put too much of a chokehold and that is where the desperation comes in, that they should be having roasters, they should have rotations, they should be dating like men and they should not be waiting by the phone for the man to call. - Melissa Chataigne
32:27 You set the tone and know your worth. - Melissa Chataigne
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15. Are You The Red Flag!? With Kye Kinder
Episode 15
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 • Duration 45:29
In this episode of "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?", Drea invites her close friend Kye Kinder, a realtor making her first appearance on the podcast. Together, they have a raw and relatable discussion about self-reflection, asking the hard question: "Am I the red flag?" This episode is all about taking accountability, understanding your patterns, and working towards being the best version of yourself in relationships and life.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Balancing Career and Dating Life
Am I the Red Flag?
Breaking Toxic Patterns
Connect with Kye:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/kyekinder/
https://www.instagram.com/kyekinderhomes/
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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9:36 I think it's so easy to have all these ideas, and then when you meet someone that sparks you and bring you all of these butterflies and you have this chemistry, the idea of compatibility, not for everyone, if you have done the work you can slow it down but if you haven't done the work you get caught up in limerence, the butterflies and you don't think about: is this person going to bring me partnership? - Drea Renee
16:02 Maybe boring is fine, maybe I need someone not like me. - Kye Kinder
17:44 I think when we click too fast is a red flag. I am a person who responds to the stimuli of that going on… People a lot of times think if you are outgoing or friendly, they think they know you, but they don't really. - Kye Kinder
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14. What’s up with Ghosting?! Let’s Break it Down!
Episode 14
Wednesday, September 25, 2024 • Duration 34:05
In this episode of "Hey Babe, Can We Talk?", Drea dives headfirst into the rollercoaster that is modern dating, unpacking the unexpected perks of being ghosted. With humor and honesty, she shares her ghosting horror stories, shedding light on how something so painful is often brushed off.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Emotional Impact of Ghosting
Dealing with Mixed Signals
Building Resilience After Ghosting
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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6:31 It not only breaks your heart when someone ghosts you, it breaks your soul. People take this so lightly like it's not a thing - Drea Renee
23:20 I am all here for love, hope, and the joy that you’d meet somebody who genuinely wants to connect with you but what is so scary is that someone can show up in your face, bright eyes and bushy tail and say “I'm ready for a relationship” and then all of a sudden say “I don't like talking on the phone” - Drea Renee
23:59 I want to ask the next person I’m dating, what are you like regularly? What are your regular habits like? - Drea Renee
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13. Why You Should Work On Yourself First Before Catching Feelings with Kristina Kane
Episode 13
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 • Duration 46:18
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea is joined by the gorgeous content creator and all-things-giving, Kristina Kane! Together, they dive deep into why self-work and self-love should come before romance, and why it's crucial to focus on yourself before catching feelings, especially in today's world of dating apps.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Challenges of online dating and Social Media
The desire to embrace femininity
Prioritizing Self-Growth
Connect With Kristina:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/itskristinakane/
Podcast:
https://www.instagram.com/dirtydaytini/
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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5:38 I am not going to be the one to message a guy, which it's not like an ego thing, it's because I'm already such an Alpha, outspoken personality. I want a man who can be like “Hey, what are you doing Friday at 8 pm?” - Kristina Kane
13:03 If they can't communicate in 2 months, what makes you think that they will be able to communicate in the long run in the relationship? - Kristina Kane
13:45 Once things start to settle, you start to see who someone is, but that moment of keeping your head straight in those beginning months is really difficult. Especially if you are on dating apps and it is taking you so long to finally get here -Drea Renee
22:15 It Is not fun wearing the pants all the day every day and being masculine and alpha, I want to be feminine and feel like a princess. - Kristina Kane
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12.Let’s Talk Anxious Attachment with The Love Addict Coach Geena Lovato!
Episode 12
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 • Duration 39:22
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?, Drea is joined by the amazing love addict Coach Geena Lovato to dive deep into the complexities of attachment styles and how they impact dating and marriage. Together, they explore what it takes to build healthy relationships, from understanding your own attachment tendencies to nurturing a partnership that thrives on mutual respect and emotional security.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Understanding Anxious Attachment
Building Emotional Security in Relationships
The Role of Self-Awareness
Connect With Geena:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/theloveaddictofficial/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@theloveaddict
TikTok:
@Theloveaddictofficial
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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7:05 Picking a person that can be reassuring it just makes it so much easier because if I bring up my insecurities and my fear and then someone is like “Well that's you I am not dealing with that” it just escalates the whole thing. I would say consistency calms my nervous system. - Geena Lovato
17:03 But having someone that understands that, and it's like at her core at their core, this is a great relationship, and I am going to love them through whatever this moment is, it's a beautiful thing. - Drea Reene
18:09 Seeking out a relationship was like a life strategy. - Geena Lovato
26:32 I'm going to tell you how I feel, and if you take that as “Drea is coming off too strong”, I'm just not the person for you. - Drea Reene
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11.Breaking All the Rules: Dating Younger Men, Interracial Love, and Everything In Between!
Episode 11
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 • Duration 33:57
In this episode of 'Hey Babe, Can We Talk?,' Drea is joined by the fabulous Andria Bush, an amazing Celebrity Stylist and Costume Designer who lives life on her terms. In this candid conversation, Andria opens up about Breaking al the rules in love and life. She shares her experiences and insights on dating younger men, navigating the complexities of interracial relationships, and embracing the unconventional with confidence.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Interracial Relationships
Dating Younger Men
Breaking Societal Expectations
Connect With Andria:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/andriamichellebush/
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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16:54 You can be respectful within a casual situation, it doesn't mean that if you are casual you should treat a person any kind of way, you can have boundaries, you can be adults and you can communicate. -Drea Renee
22:05 I think that words matter, especially when it comes to race relations and interracial dating we have to be very cognitive of what we are saying because you love who you love. - Andria Bush
32:26 Be open with yourself, don't be like "I have a type" because you might not. You might think that your type is XYZ, but there are so many people you are going to miss because you are so set on. - Andria Bush
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10. Say Goodbye to Toxic intimacy: The power of Personal Boundaries and Maintaining Self-worth.
Episode 10
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 • Duration 42:54
In this episode of 'Hey Babe, Can We Talk?,' Drea invites one of her best friends, Sharice Tareva, a Rebirthinitiator ® and self-love advocate, to explore the power of personal boundaries and maintaining self-worth. They delve into the importance of setting healthy limits in relationships, and how these boundaries can lead to a more fulfilling and balanced life.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Setting Healthy Limits
Overcoming Social Pressures
Self-Love as a Foundation
Connect With Sharice:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/sharicetareva/
https://www.sharicetareva.com/
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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12:34 Boundaries are so important. I had people tell me “Oh your mom was mean” No, my mom wasn't mean, she set a boundary and you didn't like that she set a boundary. She didn't play she was no-nonsense. - Sharice Tareva
13:01 If I set a boundary is for not to be hurt, to let you know where my safe space is and if you are going to step over that and disrespect that I am going to have to check you with love.-Sharice Tareva
13:46 Within our culture, those boundaries can feel like you are attacking someone. Even when people started setting boundaries with me I used to think to myself “What? They are upset or mad at me” - Drea Renee
24:38 Healing is not one way or the other. Just like some people are mean so that I can grow and sometimes there are situations that I have gone through that I am like “Why is this person so nasty to me?” I wouldn't be who I am hadn't I gone through all these dark moments in my life. -Sharice Tareva
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9. Narcissism, Gaslighting, and Social Media after Break-ups with Jesse Janedy
Episode 9
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 • Duration 35:12
In this episode of 'Hey Babe, Can We Talk?,' Drea invites Jesse Janedy, host of the Nextmoodswing podcast, to explore the intersections of narcissism, gaslighting, and social media. Together, they share insights on how to spot red flags, set boundaries, and prioritize mental health while navigating relationships in with the importance that social media has these days.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
Narcissism and its impact on Emotional Resilience
The impact of gaslighting on personal perception and reality.
How social media platforms can facilitate toxic behaviors.
Connect With Jesse:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/djjessej/
https://www.instagram.com/nextmoodswing/
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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21:14 We all have narcissistic tendencies but when you make it your lifestyle that's the problem. -Jesse Janedy
26:51 And when you are trying to work on your emotional intelligence and that other person is constantly bringing you down you start to feel crazy, especially if you don't know who you are with. - Drea Renee
28:01 If I go back and wish that never happened, then who would I be? I wouldn't have learned those lessons or understood what narcissism was to be able to help other people. - Jesse Janedy
28:26 A narcissist is somebody whether they note it or not, because I think there are different versions of it, there is like a grandioso narcissist who is somebody who is going to be aggressive and they are literally looking for prey and there is also the victim mindset narcissist. -Jesse Janedy
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8. Situationships?! Why is this trending and when will it END?!
Episode 8
Wednesday, July 3, 2024 • Duration 23:48
In this episode of 'Hey Babe, Can We Talk?', Drea delves into the modern dating phenomenon of situationships and explore why more people are shying away from traditional commitments. Join Drea to dissect the nuances of these ambiguous relationships and the factors driving their popularity.
In this episode of Hey Babe, Can We Talk?:
The Appeal of Ambiguity
Social Media Influence
The Emotional Impact of Situationships
Connect With Drea:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/heybabecanwetalk/
https://www.instagram.com/thedrearenee/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@HeyBabeCanWeTalk
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4:04 Sometimes is not going to feel good in a relationship. Our maturity levels of what it takes to actually show up for another person is just getting lower and lower. - Drea Renee
9:30 This climate now makes you feel like you are a weirdo for wanting to be in a relationship. - Drea Renee
12:58 The Relationship is in the difficult conversations. You can find anyone to have a good day with but you have to find someone you can have a bad day with. - Drea Renee
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