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This week John-Jonne Smith is in the studio opening up about how his upbringing made him the man he is today and how his love of physical comedy (and Joan Rivers) because the foundation of his lucrative career as a content creator and filmmaker. --- Registration for Blue’s next week’s 8-Week “Own Thy Shift” online self-mastery workshop. 📌 Register here: Fall25.Eventbrite.com 📌 Book a tarot reading OR coaching consultation with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our GOOD friend Dexter Mayfield is joining us in the studio today for a good kiki about everything from Love Island to all the tea about his experiences working with the likes of #TaylorSwift, #Lizzo and #JenniferLopez... and YES - we do ask about a certain diva's alleged obsession w/ Beyonce and get real about our personal experiences with the body positivity movement. --- Registration for Blue’s next week’s 8-Week “Own Thy Shift” online self-mastery workshop. 📌 Register here: Fall25.Eventbrite.com 📌 Book a tarot reading OR coaching consultation with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back from the holiday weekend, exhausted and ready to kiki in our bonnets about parasocial relationships, Blue getting recognized during LA Pride and the final week of Love Island resurrecting our obsession with #Nicolandria --- Registration for Blue’s next week’s 8-Week “Own Thy Shift” online self-mastery workshop is now open for “Early Bird” discount till June 30th. 📌 Register here: Fall25.Eventbrite.com 📌 Book a tarot reading OR coaching consultation with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The stars are aligned and we spontaneously made our way back in the studio to discuss everything from Nelly and Ashanti, to the #Diddy verdict, the war on democracy and the latest Love Island USA antics. —— Episode Timestamps: 00:00 Random Banter 03:20 Show starts 04:50 Content creator cringe 11:15 Nelly & Ashanti 18:44 The Diddy verdict 20:50 Love Island USA 34:10 The darkside of PickMe behavior 40:04 Calling out Cierra’s bullshit 47:00 Preparing for uncertain times 51:00 Being A Pro-Black Mexican in 2025 01:04:00 Universal lessons from shows like Love Island 01:09:28 Join us for the next OTS --- Registration for Blue’s next week’s 8-Week “Own Thy Shift” online self-mastery workshop is now open for “Early Bird” discount till June 30th. 📌 Register here: Fall25.Eventbrite.com 📌 Book a tarot reading OR coaching consultation with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Monique Nevels is back and we're discussing Beyonce's car mishap, our complicated relationship with the American flag, then doing a recap of episode 25 of #LoveIslandUSA —— Registration for Blue’s next week’s 8-Week “Own Thy Shift” online self-mastery workshop is now open for “Early Bird” discount till June 30th. 📌 Register here: Fall25.Eventbrite.com 📌 Book a tarot reading OR coaching consultation with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surprise! We're back and jumping right into Tr*mp's antics, Love Island and the hoopla surrounding B. Simone's most recent controversy. Apologies for the audio glitches...we did this so spontaneously we forgot to put in headphones lol —— Registration for Blue’s next week’s 8-Week “Own Thy Shift” online self-mastery workshop is now open for “Early Bird” discount till June 30th. 📌 Register here: Fall25.Eventbrite.com 📌 Book a tarot reading OR coaching consultation with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seven TIMELY lessons from #SinnersMovie through the lens of a pro-Black emotional intelligence coach. 🥰 Heads Up: It gets a bit emotional towards the end but this needed to be said. And in celebration of Blue's birthday Registration for our 8 week “Own Thy Shift” self-mastery class is $100 OFF 📌 Register here: OTS25.Eventbrite.com #RyanCoogler #michaelbjordan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that we've all digested what happened during the Super Bowl aka The Kendrick Bowl, our good friend Carlos Campbell aka Fit Buddha is in the studio to help us unpack what we saw AND get into the nitty gritty of what the #Kendrick vs #Drake debate says overall about the state of Black masculinity, artistic integrity and our society as a whole... Register for Blue's next LIVE "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home) https://OTS25.eventbrite.com/ To book a coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow Fit Buddha: https://www.instagram.com/solspurpose Follow Blue on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Timestamps 00:00 NFL/Superbowl banter 17:17 Halftime Show 32:39 Valuing Women 40:54 Are Black Men Ok? 57:07 How men show genuine interest 01:18:32 Sacred Rage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does a successful, loving marriage look like in real life? This week actors Jean Elie and Richard Nevels (Insecure, Send Help), are in the studio with their wives Randall and Monique to unpack what it's like navigating partnership in these unprecedented times. Register for Blue's next "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course in Jan 2025 (and attend from the safety of your own home) starting Wednesday, January 22nd: https://winter25.eventbrite.com/ To book a coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our favorite 'fren' in our head Kendall Kyndall is in the studio this week and you already know a time was had! Register for Blue's next "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course in Jan 2025 (and attend from the safety of your own home) starting Wednesday, January 22nd: https://winter25.eventbrite.com/ To book a coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow Kendall Kyndall: https://www.instagram.com/kendallkyndall Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special crossover episode, one of our favorite guests Bridget Kelly is in the studio to unpack how the 'mental health and wellness' industry has become painfully performative .... And as if that wasn't enough... an even more candid part TWO of this conversation can be found on Bridget and Blue's new Patreon Patreon exclusive podcast 'Everything Is Fine' Watch Part Two of this episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/110100026 --- Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home) starting Wednesday, July 10th: https://fall24.eventbrite.com To book a coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After months of us talking him up, Emmy-award-winning actor and writer James Bland is finally joining us for a long overdue sit-down. And, in this high-energy episode, we unpack long-standing public debates about "what is art" and "how do you earn street credibility?" - using everyone from Drake vs Kendrick to Spike Lee vs Tyler Perry as real-life case studies. Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home) starting Wednesday, July 10th: https://fall24.eventbrite.com/ To book a coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's it like when - against the odds - you've made all your dreams of Hollywood success come true... only to realize that your ideal life is also absolutely exhausting. This week, former "Insecure" writer, and "Send Help" showrunner Mike Gauyo is joining us to demystify what life is like on the other side of the rainbow. Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home): https://summer24.eventbrite.com/ To book a coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever heard of BUFO... also referred to as "licking the toad"? Celebrities like Mike Tyson have often applauded the mental clarity they've achieved after experiencing this powerful psychedelic. Now Brittany Hall is back in the studio to unpack her and Blue's experiences with the medicine, joined by Shaman Princella and her husband Zeno. **Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home): https://summer24.eventbrite.com/ **To book a coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that Jeffery is back from Greece the gang is all back in the studio for a special TWO-HOUR episode where settle this once and for all: WHY is everyone so mad at #JenniferLopez lately? And does she (still) deserve to be called a pop culture icon? We're extra curious to hear your thoughts on this one. Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home): https://summer24.eventbrite.com/ To book a coaching consult or a reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Executive life coach and super proud Brooklyn native Aaron Bernard is sitting down with us to address the misconception that men can't be emotionally intelligent and give some insight into what his own journey toward healing has been like. -- Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home): https://summer24.eventbrite.com/ To book a coaching consult or a reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week celebrity stylist Bryon Javar is in studio helping us unpack "hot topics" and to share what it's like navigating life and love in the industry while working with the likes of Meg Thee Stallion, Janelle Monae and Quinta Brunson. -- Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home): https://summer24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or a reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all saw that disturbing video... now let's get into it. Register for Blue's "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery course (and attend from the safety of your own home): https://summer24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kicking of Mental Health Awareness month with a visit from #IkeSlimster as we unpack the themes in the Netflix hit series #BabyReindeer and get candid about the alarming trends in Black men's mental health in particular. To book coaching consult or reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Trainer Heather and actress Brittany Hall are in the studio and we're attempting to answer one question: "What does healthy REALLY mean?" To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"LIVE from New York!" - It's Blue's birthday and the Humanized crew is in the Big Apple with our special guest co-host #IkeSlimster to discuss everything from love languages to the ongoing #AmandaSeales debate. To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blue's back in LA and the gang is back in the studio to discuss love, international travel and hot topics. To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we equipped to take male victims seriously when it comes to grooming, s*xual assault and other predatory abuses of power? This week while discussing the backlash to Draya Michelle's pregnancy announcement the crew unpacks why her critics may be highlighting a much bigger issue than just "trapping" a pro athlete. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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It's the day after Super Bowl Sunday and we need to talk about the Usher, Beyonce, Taylor and Travis of it all. To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you think your parent wounds impact your romantic preferences? To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did things go too far in the Nicki Minaj vs Meg Thee Stallion beef? Let's get into it! LAST day to register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The crew is back together and this time the convo gets spicy right from the jump! LAST week to register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're kicking off 2024 with the one and only Jason Lee! And during this sit down we talk about everything from his recent controversy with Jennifer Hudson, to how he navigates his personal relationships with the likes of Rihanna and Kanye West. Jason also opens up about running for office in his hometown of Stockton, CA, why he believes in "Black Owned" vs "Black Targeted" and what he's learned from running his #HollywoodUnlocked media empire. LAST two weeks to register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We did it Joe! We survived 2023 with our sanity (and joy) intact... and that alone is something to be VERY proud of. And as part two of our end-of-year special, we'll be answering even more of your listener questions. Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you get turned on by affirmation? Well, Blue and Lulu ABSOLUTELY do and apparently, that's called a "Praise kink." Meanwhile, Jeffery, who was sick and originally planned to stay in bed, popped up at the studio because he refused to be left out of the discussion. For those who've been waiting for us to be back together in person - this one's for you... Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ - Early Bird discount ends this week! To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now that Ashanti and Nelly have not only rekindled their love affair but are also allegedly expecting their first baby together... many of us are asking, "Should we be spinning the block with our exes too?" and do women over 40 even want a wedding ring before having a baby? Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ - Early Bird discount ends this week! To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've all seen the headlines in the wake of the Cassie vs Diddy lawsuit and the response to the droves of cases that came after it. So let's talk about it! Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A lot of "podcast bros" on social media say they want a submissive woman but they also don't want to pay for much... this week Lulu is posing the question, "How are we supposed to be submissive and breadwinners at the same time?" Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back in the studio with a bottle of bubbly.... Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusmac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Universal truth and personal truth are not the same thing... and this week we get into it! Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusmac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When you've had a tough week sometimes the best medicine is laughter... and a legally obtained edible. lol In this episode, we talk about our family, the origins of Blue's name and a host of hot topics including Jada's NYTimes Bestseller debut, Keith Lee's viral reviews of ATL restaurants, and the Dwight Howard sex scandal. Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusmac Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dating is wild... and this year everyone seems to be getting a divorce... let's get into it! Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Humanized is back by request and this time host Blue Telusma is joined by two of her faves Jeffery Smith Jr and Lutasha "Lulu" Bradley as guest co-hosts as they unpack hot topics and current events. This week they cover everything from a "Soft Girl Recession...", the response to Blue's Kardashian explainer video going viral and the war of words taking place between Drake and Joe Budden. And before anyone asks - yes! we will be getting headphones for next week's episode lol Register for Blue's upcoming "Own Thy Shift" self-mastery workshop: https://ots24.eventbrite.com/ To book coaching consult or tarot reading with Blue: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bluecentric Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/bluecentric TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluetelusma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week hip-hop duo Flyana Boss, made up of Bobbi LaNea and Folayan, are in the studio to talk about their road to stardom, the viral TikTok videos that put them on the map, and their quest to set healthy boundaries in an industry where “people pleasing” is an occupational hazard. During our chat, Bobbi also shares how taking Blue's EQ class *right* before being catapulted into the limelight... helped keep her grounded. Follow  @FlyanaBoss  on all social media platforms To Register for the LAST “Own Thy Shift” Emotional Intelligence workshop of the year - Fall23.Eventbrite.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mere days before the SagAftra strike became official, actor/producer and friend to the show Jean Elie came back to the studio to catch up with us about what life has been like since releasing his first series "Send Help," how he's navigated Hollywood after the end of the HBO hit series "Insecure" and what it feels like being a first-generation Haitian-American creating financial stability for his family back home. To Register for Blue's LAST “Own Thy Shift” Emotional Intelligence workshop of the year - Fall23.Eventbrite.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This take (and tone) regarding the whole #KekePalmer situation is different from what you’ve probably been seeing all week and that's a good thing. We collectively need to do better. If you can please share this with a friend. This convo is too important and timely to skip over ♥️ Register for Blue's LAST “Own Thy Shift” Emotional Intelligence workshop of the year - Fall23.Eventbrite.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week actor and cannabis activist Rose Sterling is sitting down with us to share her complicated feelings about Beyonce, the nuances of interracial relationships, and the sobering realization that Blue came to while vacationing in London. To get EARLY releases of our weekly videos join our Patreon! Patreon.com/Bluecentric To book a reading or consultation with Blue head here: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're baaaaaack from spring hiatus and in this installment, Natalie Gill-Mensah is joining us to have an extra vulnerable conversation about family planning over 40, the daily frustrations of dealing with elderly parents, and how she manages to raise children and keep her marriage afloat while living abroad. **** Natalie also joined us on the newest installment of our aftershow, "The Ride Home" available exclusively on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bluecentric Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can you imagine what it would be like to be misunderstood by MILLIONS? This week "Love & Hip Hop" star Moniece Slaughter is sitting down with us to share how she's managed to stay afloat... even when it felt like her reality was being intentionally distorted for ratings. **Check out Moniece's new book "Mayhem: A Mental Health Memoir" available now! **To get EARLY releases of our weekly videos join our Patreon! Patreon.com/Bluecentric **To book a reading or consultation with Blue head here: https://bluecentricshop.com/readings Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode one of Blue's oldest friends (and former roommate), educator Melody K. Douglas is joining us for a birthday week recap and to reminisce about what their lives were like back in their "struggle days." If you have a "Day One" friend who has rocked with you through some of your darkest chapters and watched you come out on the other side.... this one's for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does modern-day spirituality look like in action? And would whatever God you subscribe to agree? This week minister, actor, and activist Benjamin Carlton is sitting down with us to discuss how he brings God's word to those who may have previously felt judged by religious dogma. To get EARLY releases of our weekly videos join our Patreon! Patreon.com/Bluecentric LAST CALL to join Blue's "Own Thy Shift" Self-Mastery Course starting May 3rd: https://ots20.eventbrite.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, actress and life coach Brittany S. Hall is joining us to share what it was like working with John David Washington on HBO's 'Ballers', finding love after divorce, and the spiritual awakening she experienced from taking a special medicine known as "The Toad." To get EARLY releases of our weekly videos join our Patreon! Patreon.com/Bluecentric To join Blue's "Own Thy Shift" Self-Mastery Course starting May 3rd click below: https://ots20.eventbrite.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todays Topic: Outside of how you look and how much money you make… what do you think your legacy will be? And why? 🤔 To join Blue's "Own Thy Shift" Self-Mastery Course starting May 3rd click below: https://ots20.eventbrite.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever had a ROUGH week where you just need to catch up with a friend? Well, this is one of those weeks and Dr. Shane'a Thomas is back to help us unpack hot topics, and have a candid conversation about identity, aging, and why some of us DON'T like being called "Auntie" as a term of endearment. **** Dr. Thomas also joined us on the newest installment of our aftershow, "The Ride Home" available exclusively on Patreon: Patreon.com/Bluecentric To join Blue's "Own Thy Shift" Self-Mastery Course click below https://ots20.eventbrite.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices