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The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 62 The Generational Echo feat Stevon Lewis MFT, Pt 2Want to get access to our episodes 48 hours EARLIER? Subscribe and become FAMILY at http://www.patreon.com/thexrossroadz.đď¸ We're back with Part 2 of "Bridging the Gap," where we continue our chat with the insightful (and hilarious) Stevon Lewis, MFT. We're digging deeper into the Xennial experience and uncovering ways that Impostor Syndrome shows up in our lives...and relationships. Stevon offers practical tips for embracing your uniqueness and projecting confidence and authenticity.So tune in for a conversation that's as nostalgic as it is forward-thinking. Let's turn those generational challenges into stepping stones...2025-01-2352 minThe XrossroadZ PodcastEp 61 The Generational Echo feat Stevon Lewis MFT, Pt 1Want to get access to our episodes 48 hours EARLIER? Subscribe and become FAMILY at http://www.patreon.com/thexrossroadz.In PART ONE of this episode, we're smack dab inside the vortex of generational quirks and self-doubt with our returning guest and fan-fave, Stevon Lewis, MFT. Ever feel like you're stuck between cassette tapes and TikTok trends? You're not alone! Xennialsâthose of us who danced through the analog age and into the digital eraâoften find ourselves straddling two worlds with a dash of uncertainty.Join us as Stevon sheds light on the unique challenges Xenn...2025-01-1646 minThe XrossroadZ PodcastEp 60 Single in your 30s and 40sWant to get access to our episodes 48 hours EARLIER? Subscribe and become FAMILY at http://www.patreon.com/thexrossroadz.Are you single and near hitting the big 4-0? Or maybe you're just curious about what it's like to be riding solo in your forties? Well, in this episode we're discussing what it's like to be single (or single again) your 30s and 40s.Join us as we chat about everything from embracing the freedom of solo adventures to conquering the dating scene with all its modern twists and turns. We've got stories that'll make you...2025-01-141h 18The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 59 The Aftermath of CheatingWant to get access to our episodes 48 hours EARLIER? Subscribe and become FAMILY at http://www.patreon.com/thexrossroadz.In today's episode, we dive headfirst into the rollercoaster that is modern relationshipsâseatbelts optional but highly recommendedârolling up our sleeves and tackling a topic that can feel like a plot twist in a rom-com: cheating. đ¤ŻLet's unravel the mystery of what cheating really isâbecause let's be real, it's not just sneaky texts or those "work happy hours" that seem to happen far too often. We'll chat about common relationship gaps and how to build a b...2025-01-031h 21The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 58 Overcoming Self DoubtWant to get access to our episodes 48 hours EARLIER? Subscribe and become FAMILY at http://www.patreon.com/thexrossroadz.We've all been there, right? That nagging little voice in your head that whispers, "Are you sure you're good enough?" Well, it's time to turn down the volume on that inner critic and crank up the tunes of self-belief!In this episode, we're serving up a hearty helping of tips to help you tackle those pesky doubts and build a rock-solid foundation of confidence. We'll share relatable stories, a few laugh-out-loud moments, and some genuine advice...2024-12-261h 31The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 57 Thank You for Being a FriendWant to get access to our episodes 48 hours EARLIER? Subscribe and become FAMILY at http://www.patreon.com/thexrossroadz.In this episode, we're diving into the art of friendshipâbecause let's face it, having a solid friend is kinda like having your own personal cheerleader, but with fewer pom-poms and more emotional support. đ¤ We're sharing our thoughts on how to be there for your peeps when life gets a bit too real. Whether it's offering a shoulder to cry on or just knowing when to send that perfectly timed GIF, we're breaking it all down for you.2024-12-191h 24The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 56 Constructive CriticismHave you ever felt your heart drop when a loved one starts a sentence with, "Can I be honest?" Or maybe you've been the one tiptoeing around feedback like it's a landmine. Well, you're not alone. In this episode, it gets real about criticismâwhat it is, what it isn't, and how on earth it can actually be constructive.Join Barz & Dre Renee to unpack the art of giving and receiving criticism without triggering a family feud or a friendship fallout. They even share candid anecdotes from their own lives!Explore how to approach those tr...2024-12-121h 14The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 55 The Black Couch Pt 2 with Dr. Harold Vann IIWelcome to a 2-part deep dive that's as real as it gets. Join us for an unfiltered chat with Dr. Harold Eugene Vann II, a former pastor who's bravely pulling back the curtain on his life in his upcoming book, The Black Couch: A Memoir of a Pastor's Private Pain in Public Places.In Part 2, we dig deeper into his journey of redemption and healing. Dr. Vann opens up about the courage it took to confront his past, embrace vulnerability, and ultimately find peace. It's a story of resilience, hope, and the powerful transformation that happens when...2024-12-051h 09The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 54 The Black Couch Pt 1 with Dr. Harold Vann IIWelcome to a 2-part deep dive that's as real as it gets. Join us for an unfiltered chat with Dr. Harold Eugene Vann II, a former pastor who's bravely pulling back the curtain on his life in his upcoming book, The Black Couch: A Memoir of a Pastor's Private Pain in Public Places.In these episodes, Dr. Vann takes us on a heartfelt journey through his personal historyâa saga filled with feelings of abandonment and inadequacy. This isn't just another tale from the pulpit; it's a raw, honest look at the human side of pastoral life. Fr...2024-11-281h 02The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 53 Seasons of FriendshipIn this episode, we journey through the nuances of friendships that Xennials, and honestly anyone, can relate to.We explore how friendships blossom, change, and sometimes fade, much like the seasons themselves. Ever wondered if the way you became friends matters in the long run? We tackle this question head-on, and discuss safeguarding our friendships with honest conversations and how to keep those connections strong amidst life's chaos, including the ever-tricky balance of money, careers, and family.Ever had a friend with no ambition? We even get real about contemplating whether it's okay to drift a...2024-11-211h 25The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 52 First Dates: Then vs.NowThis week, we're diving headfirst into the world of first dates and how the game has changed since we were passing handwritten notes or anxiously waiting by a landline. Remember those simpler times? Well, buckle up, because dating in the age of social media is a whole new ballgame!Join us as we reminisce about our early dating days and compare them to the swipe-right culture of today. We're breaking down the modern criteria that have emerged, like social media stalking (ahem, "research"), and how these platforms have reshaped what we look for in a partner. Spoiler...2024-11-141h 14The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 51 Welcome BackHey there, Roadies and RoadDawgs! Grab your favorite beverage and settle in, because weâre back with a brand-new season of XrossroadZ Podcast, and this oneâs extra special. Not only are we celebrating our fourth birthday (can you believe it?), but weâre diving deep into the heart of what makes being a Xennial so uniquely... us.Ever wonder how the name XrossroadZ came to be? Weâre spilling the tea on our origin story, tracing back to those early days when we were all about the "he said, she said" of relationships. Now, weâre evolving...2024-11-071h 01The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 50 Let's Talk About SexCan you believe it? EPISODE 50! That's right! Make sure that you listen right away. We have some news that you may want to know. Oh yeah, remember to SUBSCRIBE and share us with someone else!This week, your #favepodcastpair talks about S-E-X. Tune in and weigh in on questions like, "does size matter" and thoughts about body counts, positions and even faking orgasms. There's no limit to this conversation, and Barzini pushes the envelope while Dre tries to reel him in...as always. Drop down in the comments and weigh in! Then join the party on XrossroadZ L...2021-12-021h 11The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 49 Protocol in RelationshipsHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!This week's "DA FUQ?" leads into answering listener questions about protocol in relationships. Your #favepodcastpair talks through several scenarios from how couples manage social media to accepting a drink from another man in your partner's face. Drop down in the comments and weigh in! Subscribe to the YouTube Cha...2021-11-251h 18The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 48 Age Gaps in Relationships (May December Romances)Here at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Social media moves fast, so this story has come and gone on social media, but it still gives us the same response, "DA FUQ?" This week we discuss age gaps in relationships, but specifically a story we found where a 40 something year old man has married an 18 year old woman, bu...2021-11-181h 03The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 47 Baby Mama/Daddy DramaHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Have you watched this week's episode of #InsecureHBO? #SeasonByeve Episode 3 dives into Lawrence & Condola's tumultuous relationship as new co-parents. This was such a HOT TOPIC that we had to go live for this week's episode. Join us now or watch/listen later and drop your comments.Subscribe to th...2021-11-111h 17The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 46 Why are you single?Here at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Congratulations Dre Renee'! It's official. Hashtag Boo is now Husband Boo!!! While this week's episode celebrates the newlyweds, your #favepodcastpair spends some time talking about being single, enjoying singlehood and preparing for your next. Drop down in the comments and extend your well wishes to the happy couple, and also jo...2021-11-041h 17The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 45 The Premarital EpisodeHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!We are ONE week from the ONE YEAR mark. Can you believe it? Your #favepodcastpair has been with you every week and we've loved every moment of it. We are also just a hop, skip and a jump away from Dre's nuptials to "Hashtag Boo" and this week she and Ba...2021-10-281h 14The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 44 Barz & Dre talk circling back to an exHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!You ever broken up with an ex (or ended a situationship), and wind up "circling the block" for another pass? Find out which of your #favepodcastpair says yes and which says no. Then, drop a comment and join the conversation!Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.youtube.com...2021-10-211h 06The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 43: Cancel CultureHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!The past week has been interesting. Netflix released the fifth (and final?) Dave Chappelle comedy special on its platform where Dave speaks candidly to the LGBTQIA+ community with reference to his previous specials and commentary heâs been under attack for. Less than a few days later, form...2021-10-141h 17The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 42 Is Chivalry Dead?Here at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Dre Renee is a month away from jumping the broom. The show begins with her frustrations over RSVPs. Next, she and Barzini discuss single moms giving their children the father's last name and then close the show discussing chivalry and expectations between the sexes.Subscribe to the YouTube Ch...2021-10-071h 08The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 41 For Better or Worse?Here at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!By now you've probably seen the post circulating about the woman dealing with her husband grieving the loss of his mistress and possible child (in utero). Tune in for a conversation between your #favepodcastpair about this situation, how hard "for better or worse" really is and what it takes to we...2021-09-301h 04The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 40 Quality Time: Scheduled or Spontaneous?Here at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!In a relationship, it's important to spend quality time together. But what happens when LIFE gets to life'n? Then throw careers and kids into the mix. Your #favepodcastpair asked the question, "how would you feel if your significant other proposed scheduled quality time?" Tune in to hear their responses to so...2021-09-231h 06The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 39 Is Once a Cheater, Always a Cheater?Here at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Sometimes mistakes are made and people step outside of their relationships. Other times, people make this a way of life. Is there ever redemption after cheating, or is it "once a Cheater, Always a Cheater?" Join your #favepodcastpair for this discussion!Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.you...2021-09-161h 12The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 38 Clickbait ReviewHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!You have to be under a rock if you haven't seen (or at least started) Clickbait. Your #favepodcastpair highly recommends this limited series found on Netflix. **SPOILER ALERT** if you haven't already watched, but if you have...listen and watch Barz and Dre's reactions.0:00 Intro08:53 Da Fuq? Wh...2021-09-091h 08The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 37 Weaponizing FemininityHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Very recently, a video went viral of a woman slapping a man at a football game. What happened afterward could only be imagined. Barz and Dre examine the situation.Many boys are taught not to hit girls under any circumstances. But what happens when boys and/or men ar...2021-09-021h 04The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 36 I'm Not Your MamaHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Social media is full of memes asking, "are women still *fill in the blank* for grown ass, able bodied men in 2021?" Are there things that our mates should/shouldn't expect from us? And how do our parents contribute to these thoughts?You get to see us make a bl...2021-08-261h 14The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 35 Things Aren't Always What They SeemHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and tell 2 friends. Then tell them to tell 2 friends to do the same!Last week, #Netflix rolled out its series, #Untold and started it with an examination of the infamous Malice at the Palace, the brawl between the Indiana Pacers and the Detroit Pistons in 2004. As sports fans, Barz and Dre walk through the moments they remember, and con...2021-08-191h 12The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 34 The Dating GameHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and then tell a friend.Each week Barz sends Dre a screenshot or synopsis of his dating adventures. And each week she shakes her head in disbelief. During this episode, your #favepodcastpair breaks down their thoughts on best practices, attitudes and cheat codes around the dating game, for women.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  2021-08-121h 15The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 33 What Men Want Women to KnowHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and then tell a friend.These days, men are speaking LOUDLY about what they want women to know about them, their quirks and their expectations in dating and relationships. Caught a post shared from Spiritual Word with 25 things Men wish that Women knew about them. Listen in as Dre breaks down the ones sheâs learned (or been surprised by) and Barz pounces...out...2021-08-051h 19The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 32 Socially Distant Pt 2Here at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and then tell a friend.In Episode 11, part 1 of Socially Distant, we tackled social media and its effect on relationships. For part 2, we take a peek at the experience of social media, relationships and CELEBRITY. This week we watched Olympic Gold Medalist Simone Biles withdraw from the gymnastics team finals during the Tok...2021-07-291h 10The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 31 Sex & ReligionHere at the Xross RoadZ, we have an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, donât sit at a literal crossroads, click the button and then tell a friend.If thereâs ever a topic that gets people going, itâs sex. And we understand that a lot of people got their understanding of sexual morality (and immorality) based around religion. Unfortunately, many kids (turned adults) made their decisions about sex shrouded in fear, shame and worry of disappointing God. As adults, is it practi...2021-07-221h 33The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 30 Seeking ValidationWE MADE IT TO EPISODE 30!!! We've had a few 2-parters, but this is officially the 30th episode! Barz has set an audacious 10,000 subscriber goal and we want YOUR HELP to reach it. If you're not currently subscribed, make it happen and tell a friend.Now onto today's episode. Validation is one of the ways that we learn what's right and wrong, as well as what we do well and what we can improve on. These confirming (or conflicting) messages guide us throughout our lives and can become somewhat of a warm blanket that shields...2021-07-151h 10The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 29 (Part 2) Bad BreakupsWeâve all had em...and if you havenât, brace yourself because it may be up ahead. LOL. This week Barz and Dre pick up where they left off and talk about the potential collateral damage from bad breakups...children and co-parenting. Listen and chime in!Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz_________________________________________________Foll...2021-07-081h 19The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 29 (Part 1) Bad BreakupsWeâve all had em...and if you havenât, brace yourself because it may be up ahead. Listen in on this weekâs conversation as Barz and Dre talk about their experiences in bad breakups.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz_________________________________________________Follow us on social mediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/thexrossroadzInstagram: https...2021-07-011h 17The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 28 Listening to FriendsFriends mean well. Sometimes lol. Itâs up to you to choose your friends wisely and then choose both what you share and what advice you apply. Listen in on this weekâs conversation as Barz and Dre talk about the promise and pitfalls of listening to friends.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz_________________________________________________...2021-06-241h 14The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 27: Relationships & BoundariesOperating without clear lines can be troublesome, not only in our relationships and friendships, but within ourselves. Your #favepodcastpair talks through the need to erect boundaries for ourselves even with the people we love the most and find ourselves the closest to. What do you think? Listen in and comment to join the conversation.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz2021-06-171h 12The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 26: TextationshipsCan you start a relationship, or maintain one, effectively via text? Your #favepodcastpair wants to know. This weekâs episode starts with Dre and Barz celebrating #NationalBestFriendsDay, recommitting to their fitness journeys, quoting some of their favorite movies and then discussing their takes on WHY text is so hated by some women in relationships. Barz is sippin on a new concoction though, so it gets entertaining and you donât want to miss.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadz...2021-06-101h 28The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 25 (Part 2): Falling in Love with your BFFLast week your #favepodcastpair gave their take on catching feelings and/or dating a friend...your best friend even. This week, Barzini and Dre Renee get into listener letters and responses on the topic while giving their perspective. Listen in for your letter, or maybe one that hits home to home.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  * www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz_________________________________________________Follow me us social mediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/thexrossroadzInstagram: https://instagram.com/thexrossroadzTwitter: https://t...2021-06-031h 18The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 25 (Part 1): Falling in Love with your BFFCatching feelings and dating can be hard enough...but what happens when you fall for a friend? Or your best friend? Maybe the feelings are returned...but maybe they arenât. Listen to your #favepodcastpair talk about love, friendship and how falling in love with your closest pal may be a blessing, or a curse.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  *www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz_________________________________________________Follow me us social mediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/thexrossroadzInstagram: https://instagram.com/the...2021-05-271h 00The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 24 (Part 2) Top 5 Reasons to Forgive in RelationshipsLast weekâs episode tackled the concept of forgiveness and reasons to release yourself from the pain and anger caused by someone else. This week your #favepodcastpair takes you deeper with real life situations and even some hurtful and heinous examples that many find unforgivable. Tune in and tag a friend to listen and discuss.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  *www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz_________________________________________________Follow me us social mediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/thexrossroadzInstagram: https://instagram.com/the...2021-05-201h 18The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 24 (Part 1) Top 5 Reasons to Forgive in RelationshipsForgiveness is hard sometimes, but itâs always necessary. Tune in to find out how your #favepodcastpair navigates hurt in relationships and what reasons they give for releasing yourself from bondage at the hands of someone else.Subscribe to the YouTube Channel:  *www.youtube.com/c/thexrossroadzSupport the channel here:* Donate: https://cash.me/$thexrossroadz_________________________________________________Follow us on social media!Facebook: https://facebook.com/thexrossroadzInstagram: https://instagram.com/thexrossroadzTwitter: https://twitter.com/thexrossroadzWant to have your product or service featured? Email xrossroadzpodcast@gma...2021-05-131h 03The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 23: Q&A with Barz & DreWe LOVE interacting with you, hearing your real life situations and breaking down the interesting scenarios that you send us. So thatâs it...thatâs the podcast.Want to have your product or service featured? Email xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.comFollow The XrossroadZ at www.instagram.com/thexrossroadzDonate to The XrossroadZ podcast: bit.ly/thexrossroadzSupport the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Get your episode 48 hours earlier than...2021-05-061h 04The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 22 (Part 2): Mental Health & RelationshipsOne part was simply not enough. This week we welcome psychotherapist Stevon Lewis, LMFT back to The XrossroadZ. While Barzini reached back in the XrossroadZ vault to get Stevonâs opinions on some previous topics, Dre asked some questions from The XrossroadZ discussion group including submission in a relationship and asking for a prenup before marriage. You donât want to miss the wrap up. Follow Stevon Lewis, LMFT at www.instagram.com/stevonlewismftDonate to The XrossroadZ podcast: bit.ly/thexrossroadzJoin The XrossroadZ Discussion group: bit.ly/thexrossroadzSupport the show...2021-04-291h 18The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 22 (Part 1): Mental Health & RelationshipsThis episode was a lot of fun though tackling subject matter that is serious. Another 20 year friendship is on display as psychotherapist Stevon Lewis, LMFT joins us at The XrossroadZ. Although Stevon spends his days helping BIPOC professionals overcome Impostor Syndrome specifically, he spent some time also discussing navigating mental health within relationships, tearing down communication barriers and having tough conversations.Follow Stevon Lewis, LMFT at www.instagram.com/stevonlewismftDonate to The XrossroadZ podcast: bit.ly/thexrossroadzJoin The XrossroadZ Discussion groupSupport the...2021-04-221h 01The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 21: The Business of LoveJoin Barzini and Dre Renee where the conversation begins with whether or not a woman is truly committed to her marriage by choosing to hyphenate her name and morphs into ways that men and women struggle to balance work, love and family. Get ready to look at and consider love (& marriage) as a business; the sacrifice, understanding and work that it takes to make it grow...and last.Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook...2021-04-151h 19The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 20: Safe SpacesWe made it to 20 EPISODES! Even though we've had a few 2-parters, we are celebrating this as a DUB!Safe spaces can be few and far between in relationships. Women complain that men don't share their feelings, but are men allowed to truly feel and express their genuine experience? Barzini says no, and breaks down the conundrum for Dre while she strives to understand why (generally) men don't fully express themselves.Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social...2021-04-081h 17The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 19: Love LanguagesEach week, Dre and Barz tackle a discussion. Sometimes there's agreement, sometimes there's disagreement. At the end of the day, they HEAR one another because they speak one another's language...even when it's not their "native tongue".Based on the book, The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love that Lasts, by Gary Chapman, your #favepodcastpair breaks down one of the most popular buzz phrases of modern day relationships.Do you know your love language? Do you know your partner's? Most importantly, do you know how to speak to your partner in THEIR language? Listen in...2021-04-011h 28The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 18: Is This Your King?When this episode was recorded, the only thing known at the time was that "relationship guru" #DerrickJaxn had cheated on his wife multiple times, while being a self love advocate that appealed to women and held the feet of men to the fire regarding their conduct in relationships. The day after, we could not have anticipated what would happen next.Listen in as your #favepodcastpair breaks down the importance of being careful who you place on a pedestal and open yourself to for advice. Then, join Barz & Dre LIVE on Thursday at 6pm Pacific/8pm Central at...2021-03-251h 13The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 17: Long Distance RelationshipsWhat happens when you find love, but miles and time zones stand in the way? According to Barzini, NOTHING. đ Your #favepodcastpair is at it again!Check out this week's episode where Dre Renee discusses her experience with long distance relationships, how being willing to try (again) led to a jackpot...but also why she doesn't recommend it for the average person.Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Get your epi...2021-03-181h 11The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 16: Dating While BrokeShould you be focused on dating when there's only air in your wallet? Or purse? Chile, don't get Barzini started! But seriously, can you find "the one" while your ends are too far apart to meet? Does that answer change whether you're a man or woman? Tune in to find out what your #favepodcastpair has to say about it.Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Get your episode 48 hours earlier than...2021-03-111h 09The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 15: Simpin Ain't EasyRussell Wilson & Ciara were featured on GQ's Couple Quiz a few weeks ago (https://youtu.be/7dnI3btuvlM), and immediately social media was buzzing with commentary around Russ saying that his biggest fear was "losing Ciara". This is but a small piece of what the public has had to comment on regarding their relationship over the past 5-6 years.Get ready to laugh as #yourfavepodcast pair discusses celebrity relationships, the good buy vs f*ckboy image and how our individual experiences influence our biases and the narratives with operate within.Support the show...2021-03-0459 minThe XrossroadZ PodcastEp 14: All in the FamilyRelationships can be hard enough...without the input and opinions of family members, not to mention the strain it causes when they don't get along with a spouse or significant other. Listeners were asked to share how much weight their families hold when it comes to their romantic relationships, while Barz & Dre shared their perspectives and questioned the possessiveness mothers feel regarding their sons and the rudeness sisters exhibit over their brothers. What's up with that?Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.c...2021-02-251h 24The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 13: Loud & UnclearSometimes women hear what a man has to say and is left wondering what he meant. Other times she's just left to wonder what he means...with no words.This week Barz and Dre Renee talk about communication gaps and barriers between the sexes. You know, "what does he really mean when he says..." or what to gather when he switches things up and doesn't communicate. Listen in,Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook...2021-02-191h 29The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 12: Black & White - Unpacking Malcolm & MarieHave you seen the movie #MalcolmandMarie on #Netflix?The internet has been ablaze with think pieces, couples (and singles) have been having intense conversations and your #favepodcastpair has taken to the mic to share their thoughts as well. Whether you thought it was toxic or beautiful, one thing's for sure...it's not just black and white.Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Get your episode 48 hours earlier...2021-02-121h 33The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 11: Socially DistantWhy do we care so much about about social media? It plays such a huge part in so many people's lives these days, especially love lives. Either you're "Instagram official" or it didn't happen.Listen in as Barzini and Dre Renee talk about social media and the effects on dating, relationships and shooting your shot.Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Get your episode 48 hours earlier than everyone else...2021-02-041h 04The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 10 (Part 2): Put Me In CoachGetting back into the dating game isn't always easy, especially after experiencing a crazy journey with plenty of bumps in the road.This week Barzini and Dre Renee continue the chat with Patrice, a single mom of a teenager, who is ready to try her hand at love again after a purpose filled hiatus to develop herself, raise her son and heal from past shenanigans. And this episode is extra special because, this is Dre's 1st cousin!Ready to get back in the game? Rock with your #favepodcastpair during this entertaining interview and as usual...2021-01-281h 13The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 10 (Part 1): Put Me In CoachGetting back into the dating game isn't always easy, especially after experiencing a crazy journey with plenty of bumps in the road.This week Barzini and Dre Renee talk to Patrice, a single mom of a teenager, who is ready to try her hand at love again after a purpose filled hiatus to develop herself, raise her son and heal from past shenanigans. And this episode is extra special because, this is Dre's 1st cousin!Ready to get back in the game? Rock with your #favepodcastpair during this entertaining interview and as usual, #BF2BY2021-01-211h 25The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 9: Living Your Best LifeEveryone seems to have the name Lori Harvey across their lips (or in their posts) these days. From allegedly dating Trey Songz, Diddy (or Justin), Future, and now linked to Michael B. Jordan, this young lady is "living her best life". Or is she?Using this gossip headline as inspiration, your #favepodcastpair dives into dating perceptions, societal norms, celeb sex tapes and what it means to really #BF2BY.Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on...2021-01-141h 20The XrossroadZ PodcastEp 8: Dre DayGuess who turned 40 this week? January 6th means...it's DRE DAY! This week, Barzini talks to Dre Renee about the journey to her milestone birthday and their road to becoming best friends. But it wouldn't be #TheXrossroadZ without a surprise...or several. Join #yourfavoritepodcastpair and a few special guests to celebrate the Tech Diva!Support the showWant to be a guest or share a topic? Email us at xrossroadzpodcast@gmail.com Follow us across social: @thexrossroadz on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.Get your episode 48 hours earlier than everyone else by...2021-01-071h 07