We’re getting down and gritty this episode with our framily member Greg Davis, or as most people know him, @Klarity—the funny guy from the interwebs. Knowing Greg’s back story made him an easy pick to talk about grit, perseverance, and success. From dancing on "Gullah Gullah Island" to shining next to Kevin Hart to collaborating with some of your fave brands, Greg is an ongoing millennial success story. But he wants you to know that it didn’t happen overnight, and that he’s not finished yet. Learn how @Klarity keeps it pushing after hitting both rock bottom and major success. Hopefully, you’ll be inspired to make your own dreams come true.
SpinOff #21 - Guilty Pleasures
On this week’s episode, we introduce a new spin we've aptly dubbed “Guilty Pleasures". Join us for a conversation about the movies, books, music, and content we secretly consume against our better judgment and alleged principles. Don't judge us. Our inner goddess is already cringing.
Ep. 18 - The One About 1997
Because Dréa is amazing and lovingly obliged Dani’s birthday wish, join us for our first flashback episode. Everyone has a year that they remember fondly and this episode is all about 1997. Join us as we take a trip back to a time when R&B was king, Steve Jobs was an underdog, and Dani & Dréa were coming of age. This one is filled with nostalgic moments and birthday festivities. Dani even got her 90’s crew together to join in on the reminiscing. Kick off your shoes and relax your feet, party on down to STB’s beat. Just kick it. See what we did there?
SpinOff #20 - Message In A Bottle
As you know, we love hearing from you guys. So when you ask, we answer! This week's mini-spin is in response to a letter from Andrea Breath. Tune in to find out who our favorite artists are from “across the pond”. That’s right! This episode is our tribute to the excellence that has been contributed to our music culture from the UK. Of course it wouldn’t be us if we didn’t infuse a bit of ourselves in there. Hence, a top 5 format. It’s "Spin the Bottle" guys. You know us.
Ep. 17 - The One About Boundaries
Build boundaries…not walls. This is one of our more serious casts, but it’s incredibly worth it. In this episode, our special guest, Marriage and Family Therapist Kirstin Carl, is letting us in on a few ways to be healthy, happy, and free. Dréa is imploring you to GO TO SLEEP, while Dani contemplates why her mom never rocked a beat face. She is also pretty sure that beauty is in the eye of the male beastly beholder…not the other way around. (You’ll get it on the way home.)
Come kick it with us! Fair warning, when it comes to recent revelations, Dréa is in a dark place. In fact, she thinks we all are. We’re hoping she comes out of it soon…you’ve been warned. Someone needs a quality Care Bear stare.
SpinOff #19 - Boundaries: The Preview
On this mini-spin, we are giving you a preview to the forthcoming “Boundaries" episode we have next week. Today, we delve into the personal responsibility that each of us has to show up in our relationships authentically. In order to do so, we must commit to honesty within ourselves and vulnerability with our loved ones. Sounds a little scary, huh? Not to worry. We are in this thing with you, doing the work. Join us for a man in the mirror moment. Let's make that change together! Damn...MJ truly was a visionary.
SpinOff #18 - Beauty & Body Image (Continued...)
Hey guys heyyyy! Remember our last convo about beauty and body image? Well, we weren't quite done sharing food for thought with you. This week's SpinOff is a special beauty outtake on how we - yes, this means you too - can shift culture by starting with the wo/man in the mirror and using our social influence to spread some love, light, and positivity. Of course there's more to it than that, but feeling empowered to act is a huge step in the right direction. Join our challenge and show the world when you feel the most beautiful! You may just change someone's perspective…
#currentlycrushingonmyself
#ddspinthebottle
Ep. 16 - The One About Beauty & Body Image
Join us on this week’s episode as we dive into a subject near and dear to both our hearts (and most women for that matter) - Beauty & Body Image. To unpack this topic, we brought Damaris Chambers to drop some quality jew-ells and share her journey to self love and body acceptance. We've also got a little Ben Carson and Salt-N-Pepa mixed in for some fun and good measure. Make sure to listen all the way through; we left you a little present!
SpinOff #17 - California Love
It's Dani's time to shine on this mini spin as we discover a few historical facts that make California amazing. It's not just "Hollywood" with us. So join us as we pay homage to the Golden State. You're welcome 😊
Ep. 15 - The One About Feminist Tendencies
Women’s issues are everyone’s issues - at least that’s our perspective. Listen as we gripe about the best and worst parts about the feminist movement. From a completely usable 'Word of the Day', to some great tips on saving cash, you’re bound to have a few real life takeaways. Fair warning: we make no promises about potential alternative facts surrounding cucumbers in this episode. We’re just trying to make your eating habits great...again?
SpinOff #16 - All Black EVERYTHING!
We couldn’t let Black History Month go by without our very own "All Black Everything" episode!! This show is filled with melanin amazingness from way back...back into time, right up to Black Twitter. Find out who got a shot out all the way from the 1700’s and which song Dréa has dubbed the new “hustler’s anthem". In true STB fashion, we covered the gamut. So whether it’s a little history, a lot of music, or our many shout outs - join us in celebrating the brilliance that is Black people. After all, we did put somebody on the moon… *Insert Slow Clap*
SpinOff #15 - Lyrically Tho (Nostalgic Edition - Vol. I)
On this mini-episode, we dig a little deeper into the lyrics behind the music we have been listening to. Dani discovers that she has to retire one of her tried and true 90’s R&B jams, Dréa learns what Usher really means by "No Limit", and we finally discover who actually put the “Miss" in Misdemeanor. Prepare yourself. It’s not Missy Elliott. Who knew? Lyrically tho?! Because once you know what people are really talking about, it’s hard to bob your head to tomfoolery.
SpinOff #14 - What Are You Watching?
In response to one of our listener letters, we decided to tell you guys all about what we are watching these days. Turns out, there was a whole lot to discuss! We covered all the new shows we are currently crushing on from “OA" to “Atlanta"; decided whether we were Team Lawrence or Daniel, and being the loyal fans we are also gave homage to the shows that we still stand behind. Even if they did kill off a couple 2, 3…7 of our favorite characters. Thanks a lot Shonda. All and all, we think it’s been a great year for TV & Cinema. So, grab your popcorn and join us for a little podcasting and chill – the PG kind.
Ep. 14 - The One About Unlearning
Join us as we bring in the New Year sharing some of the things we are actively learning and unlearning in 2017. We covered everything from iOS updates to Faith Evans. In this episode you’ll discover our mantra for the year (thanks to Dréa) and we suspect you may want to adopt it as well. It’s just that good. Go right ahead...we won’t even take credit. Also, Dani shares one of her most mortifying moments and we have a little friendly competition between the sexes which we’ve aptly dubbed "Mars vs. Venus". Suffice to say, you’re going to get all you need to start this New Year on the good foot as well as a few laughs at our expense.
Ep. 13 - The First One About Christmas
Happy Christma-kwan-zakah!! We couldn’t let this holiday season pass without doing a little something on the celebratory kick…Spin The Bottle style! This one is filled with seasonal surprises and revelations. Dani gets (sorta) a chocolate Christmas miracle, and just when we thought it couldn’t get any better, someone got a flawless diamond! Find out what "The Purge", Coca-Cola, Chili’s Gift Cards, and Tony the Tiger all have in common.
Meanwhile, the STB family considers seriously celebrating Kwanzaa as a former VP of the Black Student Union drops some quality jew-ells on us (and it is our obligation to stay woke). Dani comes to the conclusion that she is not about that “cuff life”. And last, but certainly not least, for your Grammy consideration we give you a stunning rendition of “The 12 Days of Christmas.” It’s for us. By us. Suffice to say, y’all aren’t ready!
Ep. 12 - The One About Extroverts
We told you we were going to make it happen so here it is: an episode on Extoverts! When we say that we were ENLIGHTENED?!!! Happy to have Catfish from "Survivors Remorse" and Leah Williams from “Sexless", "Awkward Black Girl", and our favorite gal and producer, Alex Queen-Sneed, stand up for the other (sometimes more outwardly expressive) side. This one is chock full of good insights and funny revelations.
Listen to Dréa butcher (like with a rusty machete) the word of the day and then recover like a CHAMP with a dope sentence. Dani drops some Random Factoids, and our guests get vulnerable with their personality. We bring the episode to a close as Dréa attempts to get out of her feelings with a decent Recent Revelation. Also, Catfish tells us the origin of his name!!! Honestly, not what we expected...
In short, dope show, dope people. You'll enjoy this one.
(Side Bar: Listen, A$AP Rocky...we really are doing our best to turn Dani into any form of a millennial. Please forgive us.)
SpinOff #13 - For Nostalgia's Sake
Singing: “Back in the day when we were young/ we aren’t kids anymore / but some days we sit and wish that we were kids again.” Okay. The fact remains that we are two very grown women still grappling with “adulting”. And although we aren’t kids anymore, that won’t stop us from reminiscing about the good old days. Tune in to today’s SpinOff to find out what Duck Tales and Will Smith have in common. We even have a few jew-ells by way of our favorite cold remedies. So, pour yourself a glass of ginger ale or wine (depending on how you feel) and enjoy a trip down memory lane— 80’s baby style.
SpinOff #12 - Mars. Vs. Venus
After reviewing this episode...we realize we were a tad judgy when it comes to men. But ya'll do give us SUCH strong ammunition! From being sick babies to being romantically “clueless", this mini spin is dedicated to the men we love...to make fun of. You da best!
SpinOff #11 - Post Election Fallout
Yes. It actually happened. Donald Trump is the President-elect of the United States of America. No. You are not in the Twilight Zone. Although, if you are anything like us, this may be pretty close to your worst nightmare. Today, the show goes on but we are feeling ALL TYPES of ways…
For more information on Michael Moore’s “5 Reasons Why Trump [won]” check out - http://michaelmoore.com/trumpwillwin/
Van Jones footage provided by CNN.com
Ep. 11 - The One About Heartbreak
Heartbreak. It's part of the human experience and no one is immune. The interesting part about that is, when it's YOUR heart that's broken, no one can convince you that you aren't entirely alone. The good news is, you will come out of it on the other side stronger and wiser. The bad news is, it's going to suck immensely for a while. We brought along four of our friends to talk this thing out. Yes. We brought out the cavalry just for you. This episode comes complete with jew-wels, poetic takeaways, cautionary tales, and a little Toni Braxton for good measure!
We even made a playlist called "All Heartbreak Matters" on Spotify (http://bit.ly/allheartbreakmatters) & Tidal (https://tidal.com/playlist/c3ec314b-2d4f-4e9d-b5bc-57a5fa885de6) for you guys to check out, complete with all of your votes for "go-to" songs when you are in your feelings.
Also, check out Will’s short film “Stages" on Issa Rae's YouTube Channel. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XARfdtGMUo)
We also suggest you check out "His and Hers" by Gabe Roland. You can find his music via all social media platforms at @TheGabeRoland. Check them out!