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Love Is Black PodcastEp. 23 Love is Rejection?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we wind down the year with rejection. On this episode we discuss: -What does it mean to be extra? -Does saying no to a proposal end the relationship? -Is Karese a unicorn? -and more!2022-12-2238 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 20 Love is Secret?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we discuss all things secrecy!
In this episode we discuss:
Are there acceptable secrets within a relationship?
Should you keep a relationship secret?
When should you publicize a relationship with a co-worker?
Did Harvey create the next big hashtag?
and more
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ht...2022-12-0142 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 16 Love is Preferential?Welcome back to the Love Is Black podcast! Join us this week as we delve into preference in dating. On this episode we discuss: -Love is Blind Season 3, -Is Harvey prettier than Karese, -If we were single what would our preferences be, -and more!2022-10-2743 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 8 Love is Doing?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into a 21 year love story with Denise and Oliver Marcelle!
On this episode they discuss:
Dating as a single mother
Relationships based on friendship
The Worst proposal ever
How marriage changes a relationship
and more
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bds-SepNcPM
Bio:
Oliver & Denise Marcelle are speakers, authors, coaches and self-development content creators. They have been married for 21 years and have 3 children and 1 grandchild. Out of a passion to see relationships thr...2022-08-251h 00Love Is Black PodcastEp 5. Love is Fidelity?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we explore the implications of cheating on a relationship. Is emotional cheating worse than physical cheating? Is Suzanne a hoe? Does our conversations with those in the poly community have any impact on Harvey’s views of love and relationships?
Please follow, like, and give us 5-star ratings! Subscribe to the podcast anywhere you get your podcasts. Every little bit helps. You can find us here:
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Join us this week as we go beyond Skin Deep!
Harvey and Karese ask each other deep questions inspired by The Skin Deep (@theskindeep) and their content on social media.
On this episode they discuss:
What does their love feel like?
What are they hesitant to ask each other?
What would their exes say about them?
What they carry that they should let go of?
And much more!
Please follow, like, and give us 5-star ratings! Subscribe to the podcast anywhere you get y...2022-07-2839 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 3 Love is Detached?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! This week we are talking about Living Apart Together (LAT). LAT refers to couples who are in an intimate relationship but choose to live separately for various reasons. We discuss:
The importance of sleep for everyone
Couples who sleep in different rooms
Couples who live in different homes
Does LAT work for everyone
and more
Please follow, like, and give us 5 star ratings! Subscribe to the podcast anywhere you get your podcasts. Every little bit helps. You can find us here:
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2022-07-2142 minLove Is Black PodcastEp 2. Love is Clashing?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!
Karese saw a picture with the quote "When couples fight, it's not just an argument it's their wounds clashing."
This led to our episode this week. We talk about:
Fighting fair
Discovering triggers we never knew we had
Are you really in conflict with your significant other or their insecurities?
Can you really be yourself with your spouse?
and more
Please follow, rate, subscribe and like to help the pod. You can find us on the gram @loveisblackpodcast, on Twitter @loveisblackpc and on Facebook at L...2022-07-1439 minLove Is Black PodcastEp 1 Love is Goals?Welcome back for season 4 of the Love is Black Podcast!
We begin the new season by talking about famous black couples we love. Who do you think made our list?
Follow us on Instagram @loveisblackpodcast, on Twitter @loveisblackpc, and on Facebook at @Loveisblackpodcast.2022-07-0734 min
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 30 Love is Rocky?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! It's our season 3 finale and we had to talk about the slap heard 'round the world. This week we talk about:
Was the slap real?
Is Will Smith a toxic male?
Does Chris Rock deserve any blame?
Should Will & Jada do a Red Table Talk?
and more!
Don't forget to share, follow, subscribe and give us 5 stars! You can find us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. If you would like to donate to your favorite podcast, please do so here:
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/loveisblackpod2022-04-1441 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 29 Love is Practical?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we dive into woke love with our special guests Natasha and Kahlil Nurse from WokeNFree podcast! On this episode they discuss:
Catcalling Men
Tests to determine love
Practicality of marriage
Parenting cuddly vampires
And more!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/b3NjMOTILFg
Links: Website: www.wokenfree.com | Course: https://bit.ly/3odeEpz | Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LV5WYBT
They also have a new official merchandise shop: https://www.bonfire.com/store/wokenfree-designs/
Bio...2022-04-0752 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 28 Love is TransformationalWelcome to the Love Is Black podcast!
Join us this week as we talk about the world of boudoir photography with Donna Lane.
On this very special Harvey only episode, they discuss:
How to get into boudoir photography
Who is her typical client
What is a photo session with her like
How to find the right photographer for you
And more!
Watch this episode on YouTube:2022-03-3142 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 27 Love is Reality?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we delve into love on television.
On this episode we discuss:
Matchmaking for love;
Arranged marriages vs traditional dating;
Divorce as an option in different generations;
and more!
Follow us on Instagram: @loveisblackpodcast
www.loveisblackpodcast.com2022-03-2442 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 26 Love is Purposeful?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss fatherhood and possibly a little feminism with Josh and Kevin from the Dads on Purpose Podcast!
On this episode they discuss:
Podcasting to help build better dads, fathers and husbands;
Carving out your own world and the value of equality;
The most important word in the English language;
Love and logic in parenting;
and more.
Watch this episode on YouTube:
Bio-
Josh: Believer of Christ. Husband of 1. Father of 2.
Kevin: Co-host of...2022-03-171h 12Love Is Black PodcastEp. 25 Love is Epiphany?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we explore therapy with our special guest Tiffany Lindley!
On this episode we discuss:
Mental health as it relates to your environment;
The importance of BIPOC seeking out therapists they relate to;
The goal of therapy and debunking the misconceptions of therapy;
When couples should seek therapy;
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4bXVW1LFo6Y
Connect with Tiffany or work with Tiffany: www.epiphanylanecounseling.com; www.shop-onepiphanylane.com
Bio: Tiffany is...2022-03-101h 03Love Is Black PodcastEp. 24 Love is Reflection?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into the divine feminine with our special guest, Averi Woodley!
On this episode she discusses:
Advocating differently for female empowerment;
The impact of growing up in a house of uplifting;
How to make a shift in your energy;
Women accepting accountability;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PU56rXO_nOM
Connect with Averi:
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/AveriWoodley
Coaching and Consultations https://calendly.com/averiwoodley
In...2022-03-031h 01Love Is Black PodcastEp. 23 Love is Evolutionary?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss the evolution of black love with Shatoyia and Nate Bradley!
On this episode they discuss:
Marriage and moving in together at age 19;
Establishing a deep connection through powerful communication;
Homeschooling while working;
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TJTJZytim7M
Learn more about the Bradley's and their business empire: www.pandpcreativestudio.com
Bio:
Nate and Shatoyia Bradley are high school sweethearts that have been married for going on 20...2022-02-2455 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 22 Love is Unpacking?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we unpack trauma and triumph with our special guest, Angela Maradiaga!
On this episode she discusses:
Overcoming childhood trauma;
Healing through volunteering;
Escaping a pimp;
Becoming a CFO without a college degree;
Discovering Sexercise;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Dares_KAoFY
Learn more about Angela and her work at www.evoleros.com or get her amazing book Chasing Black Butterflies at www.chasingblackbutterflies.com
Bio:
Experiencing sexual abuse at...2022-02-1748 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 21 Love is Flourishing?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into 11 habits that create positive relationships.
On this episode we discuss:
Our plans for Valentine’s Day;
Staying connected through morning messages;
Laughing at ourselves;
and more!
Read the article we referenced in this episode: https://www.powerofpositivity.com/11-habits-create-positive-relationships/?amp2022-02-1042 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 20 Love Is Knowledge?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we learn from the educator extraordinaire, Ernest Crim III!
On this episode we discuss:
What percentage of teachers are black males;
Teaching pre-slave trade black history and why it is essential;
The flaws of standardized testing;
How to create change in your school district's curriculum;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Eqma-Lyj03A
Bio:
Ernest Crim III is a Black History Advocate who uses Black History as a tool, speaking from his p...2022-02-0349 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 19 Love is Fate?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we flashback to an epic black love story with Kiki and Kam Official!
On this episode they discuss:
Moving in together on day 2;
Asking the right question to gauge the relationship;
Dealing with family skepticism;
An epic proposal;
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YjIIQQRVR3Q
Find and follow Kiki and Kam on all social media platforms @kikiandkamofficial2022-01-2747 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 18 Love Is Adventure?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we take a journey through committed black love with That Black Couple, Jenn and Daren Jackson!
On this episode they discuss:
Fried chicken and Brian McKnight starting a love story;
The black experience at a fake HBCU in a PWI;
Planning a future on a spreadsheet;
Marriage while asexual and queer;
What is a black feminist;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FWvsJYxP6sU
Bio:
Jenn is a queer, Black feminist from...2022-01-201h 04Love Is Black PodcastEp. 17 Love is Accountable?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join Harvey this week as he hosts a very special episode with our guest, Jeff Ponders II!
This episode is just about men and we discuss:
Why is vulnerability such a powerful word?
Do men know what intimacy really means?
What should we black men aspire to be when we "grow up"
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/15DMM3uc2YI
Learn more about Jeff and his products: www.jeffponders.com
Bio:
Jeff Ponders II...2022-01-1354 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 16 Love is Explicit?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into sex education with MeYonna SwaVaye!
On this episode she discusses:
Why sex information in the black community is essential;
the influence of religion on sexuality;
learning from the experiences of others in group teaching;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EbR3McfX0ko
Find more on Raw and Explicit on the website: https://rawandexplicit.com/
Bio:
MeYonna SwaVaye, owner of Raw and Explicit, is a certified Sex...2022-01-0643 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 15 Love is Toxic?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we deep dive into signs of toxic partners.
On this episode we discuss:
15 signs of a toxic person;
Key traits to avoid at all costs;
Why you should never ignore a red flag;
and more!
We reference an article you can find here: https://www.powerofpositivity.com/toxic-man-red-flags-reveal/2021-12-3044 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 14 Love is Motivating?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into motivation with Kimmie Reed!
On this episode she discusses:
The origin of the "Relationship Motivator" moniker;
the importance of a man's perspective in a relationship;
how can one be divorced 3 times and married once;
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-HzCly48OBU
Follow Kimmie on social media:
TikTok - @kimmiereed
IG - @KimberleyLReedRelationship
FB Group - The Relationship Motivator Group
Email - kimmiereed1@gmail.com
Order her books: https://www...2021-12-1654 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 13 Love is Passionate?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into erotic literature with PassionPoet!
On this episode he discusses:
How bad luck with women led to his future as a poet
His respect for women and what men should get from his words
Writing erotica as a male from a woman's perspective
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/O6zQwKorA2A
Links:
Website- www.PassionPoet.com
Podcast- https://bit.ly/TheWettSpotLinkPage
As mentioned in this...2021-12-0945 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 12 Love is Standing?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into couple competition with Omar and Aaron, the creators of Last Couple Standing!
On this episode they discuss:
Going from the mental sphere to the game world;
A dangerous but alluring card game they invented;
The benefits of being open in collaborative competition;
Advice for aspiring creators and entrepreneurs;
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/l-YgjkNlp54
Order your Last Couple Standing card game pack today here for 10% off: www.shop.lcsgame.com...2021-12-0243 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 11 Love is Baecation?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!2021-11-2533 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 10 Love is Eternal?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we celebrate a lifetime of love with Charles Duke III!
On this episode we discuss:
The Marriage Mantra for a successful marriage;
Take the position of husband seriously;
Coping with life as a widower;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/InO3N5vMtGM
Bio: Charles Duke III is a writer, author, journalist, and musician who has written and edited extensively for trade, music, and non-profit publications. His book, My Life with Blanche: Elements of...2021-11-181h 09Love Is Black PodcastEp. 9 Love is Deep?Welcome back to The Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into love revival with Michael and Shavon Ballard!
On this episode they discuss:
Finding love after trauma;
The problem with being a counselor in your relationship;
Failures of the justice system;
Love after divorce;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LALb7KbrcAY
You can find the Ballards and reach out to CoachMyLove here: https://coachmylove.kartra.com/page/linktree
Bio: Michael and Shavon Ballard met in 2007 have been friends since 2010...2021-11-111h 07Love Is Black PodcastEp. 8 Love is Emotion?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we delve into the intricate world of polyamory with Jaida Cutino, Mickey Pagan, and Joel Forchue of Throuple Trouble!
On this episode they discuss:
Individually falling in love with a couple and falling in love as a couple;
Remaining God fearing while polyamourous;
What is love?
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3AU6ESxLSYg
Bio: We are a young, thriving, fun Throuple. A throuple is a relationship with 3 partners. We want to educate people on...2021-11-0448 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 7 Love is Organic?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we take a walk on the wild side with Taylor Sparks!
On this episode she discusses:
Why chemicals in personal products are detrimental to health;
How lactose intolerance impacts your condom choice;
Materials that the best sex toys are made out of;
Natural alternatives to traditional erectile dysfunction options;
Being responsible for your own happiness;
and more!
Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dHK8qwu1iTs
Find all things Organic Loven at www.organicloven.com (USE...2021-10-281h 09Love Is Black PodcastEp. 6 Love is Fatherhood?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into fatherhood with Jamaal Peeples!
On this episode we discuss:
Expanding the perception of the black father;
Raising daughters as a single father;
The current dating scene for a single parent;
and more!
Watch this episode's interview on Youtube: https://youtu.be/LWD5WTdYEVo
Bio: My name is Jamaal and I am the proud father for two little girls who live with me full time, Ayanna and Amanyi. I've been a single full time father since 2012...2021-10-2140 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 5 Love is Mutual?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this this week as we discuss men’s vulnerability. On this episode we discuss: Apprehension to share with women due to fear; Why it’s important to know if you need to listen or help problem solve; Can women be accountable for inducing these fears?; and more!2021-10-1444 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 4 Love is Honesty?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into the world of polyamory with Kiara and Eddie Ruff of RuffTalk!
On this episode they discuss:
The importance of buying your significant other an appliance;
What polyamory brought into their marriage that monogamy lacked;
The difference between polyamory, swinging, and open relationships;
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GILwAplWNm0
Bio: We are the Ruffs, married for 9 years together for 10 and Poly for 5. We love differently than any other couple you've ever...2021-10-0759 minLove Is Black PodcastEp 3. Love is Strength?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we get the history behind the best-selling couple's workout Strength of Seduction!
On this episode co-founder Daniel DiPiazza discusses the idea behind the hit collection, how working out together can strengthen couples, and what the future holds for the brand.
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pZfxTkFdpL4
Daniel DiPiazza is a bestselling author, serial entrepreneur and martial artist living in Portland, Oregon.
The Strength of Seduction brand is his most recent project and it's spec...2021-09-3040 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 2 Love is Impenetrable?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss familial love and dedication with Chyrel Jackson & Lyris Wallace!
On this episode they discuss:
Growing up as close siblings,
Sisterly bonds through adulthood,
The importance of black authors,
and more!
Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G_r-ZTUw3K8
Connect with them and find their products here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737046601 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0973C2VPJ
https://amzn.to/2VMCLNU
https://www.amazon.com/dp/172399...2021-09-2354 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 1 Love is Expectations?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss relationships and societal expectations!
On this episode we discuss:
Does the first date determine the trajectory of the relationship?
Can a good personality make up for a cheap date?
What do women bring to the table that mean are incapable of providing for themselves?
and more!
Follow us on Instagram @loveisblackpodcast
Watch episodes on YouTube this season by subscribing to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiAuEZLZ8MrvuzpPgD_3iiA
2021-09-1654 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 30 Love is Hindsight?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we look back on the season of black love stories!
On this episode we discuss:
Major takeaways from each of our guests' stories;
Updates on some of our couples since their episode aired;
Our personal advice to young couples;
and more!
Watch us doing this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/zwor_wNkfHc
Karese's blog on disparity in healthcare: https://airwaymatters.blog/2020/05/04/the-growing-disparity-and-poor-affordability-in-airway/
E&J's Opinionated Reality podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4K65a9UCLCQlQuuOoG48...2021-07-151h 11
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 29 Love is Destined? Part DeuxWelcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we regroup and delve into building deeper family bonds with our special guests, Marjorie and Vishnu Bhimsain!
They were so good the first time, we brought them back! On this episode, they discuss:
The effects of adoption on a ready-made family,
The benefits of therapy during the adoption process,
How marriage is tested during adoption
and more!
Marjorie and Vish were previously featured guests on Episode 4 of Season 2 (Love is Destined?). There they told us their love story, this time we de...2021-07-081h 05Love Is Black PodcastEp. 28 Love is Solid?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into maintaining first love with Gabby and Tom!
On this episode they discuss:
Transitioning high school love into college love,
Navigating resistance to their interracial relationship,
Eloping out of the country,
and more!
Follow them on Instagram, Youtube and TikTok: @gabby_and_tom2021-07-0243 min
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 27 Love is Bizness?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we delve into the "Bizness of Marriage" with our special guests, Samuel and Tova Jones! That is also the name of their podcast, available at Apple podcasts, Google podcasts and Spotify.
A male checklist prior to marriage
Seeing the essence of the other
What not to do after marriage
Learning how to communicate and grow during a pandemic
And more!
You can communicate with our guests on Instagram at @samjones0608, @tovajones. If you are interested in counseling go to @wisdomcentercounseling for more information on I...2021-06-241h 18
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 26 Love is Worthy?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into black love and adoption with our special guests, Earl Adams and Kelvin Knuckles!
On this episode they discuss:
Discovering love in putting support behind each other's endeavors,
Learning when you care about someone you invest in them,
Creating family through fostering,
Remembering to put each other first in love,
and more!2021-06-171h 10
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 25 Love is Ours?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we welcome our special guests Phillip and Amber White. On this episode, they discuss:
Emotional barriers extending friendship with benefits
Getting the color back into life
Learning to lean on each other during a young marriage, childbirth, and the disparities of the medical system
And more!
Connect with them on Instagram and Facebook @blaqlove4life and congratulations to Phillip and Amber on their new website and e-book:
www.blaqlove4life.com
www.blaqlove4life.com/ebook2021-06-101h 09
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 24 Love is Smooth?Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss commitment and mental health with our special guests, Brittany and Donald Telfair!
On this episode they discuss:
College love at Walmart,
Moving after marriage,
Breast cancer trials and thrivival,
Grape juice vs. Moscato,
and more!
Follow them on social media @melanatedwithluv on Instagram2021-06-0349 min
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 23 Love is Connection?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we take a trip out of the friendzone with our special guests, E&J, hosts of the Opinionated-Reality podcast!
On this episode they discuss:
is it a good idea to date someone you work with?
was E ever in the friendzone?
who said those three little words first?
how does our experience growing up affect relationships and parenting?
and more!
On Opinionated Reality, E and J bring to light their daily casual conversations. They question everything from why you're single to the importance of college. They use their...2021-05-2759 min
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 22 Love is Vulnerable?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive back in the well of the Laguerre family with Pierre Eddy Laguerre and Jacqueline Brutus-Laguerre.
On this episode they discuss:
Is prevention rejection?
Realization of the best thing around;
Adaptation to marriage after long-distance dating;
Why marriage and safety don't mix;
and more!
2021-05-201h 31
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 21 Love is Like?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we delve into the secrets of maintaining an overall grade A marriage with our special guests, Reggie and Doreen Vail!
On this episode they discuss:
The beauty of marrying while young and dumb,
Date night on a budget,
Overcoming the loss of a child and reentering parenthood,
and more!
To connect with Reggie on Instagram, follow @vailhousevisuals
To connect with Doreen on Instagram, follow @therealdoreenvail and on Facebook at Doreen Vail
Learn more: www.Doreenvail.net Download the song...2021-05-131h 19
Love Is Black PodcastEp. 20 Love is Maturing?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into the beauty and growth of queer love with our special guest Cee and Dee a.k.a. Lady Bois and Baby Boy!
On this episode they discuss:
How friendship became love,
Dating while living together,
Growing up together as a couple,
and more!
Be sure to follow this beautiful couple and their family on social media @ladyboisandbabyboy on Instagram and Facebook.2021-05-061h 01Love Is Black PodcastEp. 19 Love is Natural?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we discuss fresh and fast love with Mike and Adefunke. On this episode they discuss:
Second chances
Letting go of the past and respecting someone who overcomes past trauma
Verbalizing your feelings for your significant other
and more!2021-04-291h 00Love Is Black PodcastEp. 18 Love Is Everything?Welcome to the Love Is Black podcast! Join us this week as we hear another great love story with our guests, AV and Jan.
On this episode they discuss:
How distance affects a potential relationship
Dating does not have to be about finance, but spontaneity
How long should a couple wait before starting a family
and more!
2021-04-2256 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 17 Love is Intentional?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss long-lasting love with our special guests, Clifford and Joselle Laguerre!
In this episode they discuss:
Platform shoes and floor-length furs being in style,
The keys to having a long marriage,
Challenges faced letting the family know they were getting married
And more!
2021-04-151h 20Love Is Black PodcastEp. 16 Love is Progression?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into young love with our special guests, Aleca Davis and Kesley Remy!
On this episode they discuss:
Do actions really speak louder than words?
Can a love last in secret?
Does makeup to breakup lead to a long lasting relationship?
and more!
2021-04-081h 19Love Is Black PodcastEp. 15 Love is Powerful?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss Blk love and empowerment with our special guests, Shannaine and Marchello Eans!
In this episode they discuss:
Finding love in NYC,
The struggles of celibacy,
The importance of displaying black love,
and more!
From our guests:
"We're the EANS TEAM, a family of seven here in Dallas, TX. The two of us are educators and entrepreneurs. We spearhead a movement currently through our brand I LUV (BLK) apparel. Our mission is to propagate (BLK) love globally during...2021-04-011h 21Love Is Black PodcastEp. 14 Love is Choice?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into the conscious choice to remain at your destination with our special guests Dr. Jameson and Herdyne Mercier!
On this episode they discuss:
Do you really have awareness of your classmates growing up?
How the struggle was better than the peak,
Can you love someone yet still want a divorce?
and more!
2021-03-251h 23Love Is Black PodcastEp. 13 Love is Healthy?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss developing a healthy relationship with our special guests, Doug and Vanessa Cupid!
On this episode they discuss:
The friendzone that lasted years;
What exactly hooking up means;
How long can a situationship last before you speak up about what you want;
and more!
2021-03-181h 00Love Is Black PodcastEp. 12 Love is Rhythm?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into a rhythm of love with our special guests Lin and Lavar!
On this episode they discuss:
Finding love in the club,
Casual meetings of family,
How they celebrated big moments,
and more!2021-03-1158 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 11 Love is Deciding?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we go on a rollercoaster of emotions with our special guests, Andrae and Lysbeth Ricketts!
On this episode they discuss:
Exactly how early should one arrive at the airport to catch a plane?
How praying in a car can get you in trouble,
Pre-engagement counseling successes and failures,
and more!
2021-03-041h 35Love Is Black PodcastEp. 10 Love is Balanced?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as our special guests make love look easy, in our conversation with Dr. Wesley Willis and Derrick Vaughan!
On this episode they discuss:
What happens after you slide into the DMs on Instagram,
Long distance love and dedication,
An epic announcement of their relationship,
and more!
2021-02-251h 05Love Is Black PodcastEp. 9 Love is Resonating?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we delve into blending families and love later in life with our special guests, Dominque and Ray Lewis!
On this episode they discuss:
Learning to love yourself after heartbreak,
Blending families,
Developing the right pace for a new relationship,
and more!
2021-02-1855 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 8 Love is Winning?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dig into the secrets of a 25 year strong union with our guests, Erica and Billy Richardson!
On this episode they discuss:
Cafeteria love blossoming
Why the Billy mobile was the place to be
How to ignore external pressure on a relationship
Reuniting after a breakup and difficult co-parenting
and more!
2021-02-111h 06Love Is Black PodcastEp. 7 Love is Kismet?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we listen to another amazing love story featuring our guests, Vladimir and Nisha Laroche!
On this episode they discuss:
How a "setup" got them set up,
A moment of realization about not repeating family patterns,
Why friendship helps communication in a relationship,
An unsurprising, yet surprising engagement,
and more!
2021-02-041h 09Love Is Black PodcastEp. 6 Love is Evolving?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss the evolution of our special guests' relationship, Justin Gilkes and Samia Penalver!
On this episode they discuss:
How Justin broke free from a long time in the friend zone,
How their relationship survived long distance for years,
Overcoming the struggles of juggling a career and a relationship,
A dope ass time at Justin's a.k.a. J Gatsby's album release party
and more!
2021-01-281h 03Love Is Black PodcastEp. 5 Love is Faith?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss the complexity of love and marriage with our guests David Jr. and Karena Noel!
On this episode they discuss:
Love at first drunken blackout
If you tell someone not to fall in love with you, does it work?
Can you have a relationship where you talk and don't communicate?
and more!...
2021-01-221h 28Love Is Black PodcastEp. 4 Love is Destined?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss a love story with our special guests Marjorie and Vishnu Bhimsain!
On this episode they discuss:
How they found love in the club
Can a career in nightlife negatively affect a relationship
What was the key to their 20+ year longevity together
and more!
Follow DJ Mega a.k.a. Vishnu on Instagram @kingsbridgemusic or @djkingmega2021-01-141h 01Love Is Black PodcastEp. 3 Love is Theatrical?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we reveal some of our favorite black couples from film and television.
On this episode we discuss:
How does black love differ from film and television?
What are our favorite black love stories?
What couple tops our all time favorite list?
Did Annaliese Keating ever commit a murder or did the writers just murder her black love story with Nate?
and more!
2021-01-0739 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 2 Love is Reflective?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss the top 10 golden rules of manhood!
On this episode we:
Breakdown the "10 Golden Rules of Manhood" list
Discuss whether a man should raise another man's child
Get to the root of whether men are able to discern one woman from another when it comes to sex
Reflect on the year 2020
and more!
2020-12-3152 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 1 Love is Merry?Welcome to The Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we open season 2 with an introspective discussion on long distance relationships.
On this episode we answer:
What have we been up to since season 1 ended?
How do we keep the spark alive when we are apart?
Have we ever been in a long distance relationship?
Does sexting get boring after awhile?
and more!
2020-12-2444 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 30 Love is Patient?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss the virtue of patience!
On this episode we discuss:
What situations require patience from a partner?
How can you display patience when combining homes?
What are some tips to maintaining patience when blending families?
What kind of relationships survive the struggle or the come up?
and more!
2020-11-0548 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 29 Love is Reminiscent?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we get a bit nostalgic and chronicle our backstory.
On this episode we explain:
How we met
Our journey into marriage and living together
Why we bought our first home
Our biggest challenges in that home
and more!
2020-10-2957 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 28 Love is Settling?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss the concept of settling in relationships.
On this episode we answer:
When you have been single too long, is settling an option?
Does settling lead to a long marriage?
Can you be happy if you settle?
Does the men who are settled for feel secure in that position?
and more!
Article referenced: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2008/03/marry-him/306651/?fbclid=IwAR3RazQY4uQvIHOhB3lJIPkPLMQfGuqc6MSgEyFXBUbA_IEZDVSIiPQcuaU2020-10-2246 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 27 Love is Camaraderie?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss the impact of friends on a relationship!
On this episode we answer:
When is a good time to introduce your significant other to your friends?
What should you do when your significant other's friends don't like you?
What should you do when you don't like your significant other's friends?
Is it ever okay to date your friend's ex?
and more!
2020-10-1544 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 26 Love is Oblivious?Welcome to the Love is Black podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss being the middle man/woman.
On this episode we answer:
Should you say something when you see a friend's significant other cheating?
Does the messenger always get shot?
Is posting your breakup on social media tacky or nah?
Would we want to know if the other was cheating?
and more!
2020-10-0854 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 25 Love is Therapeutic?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we get in depth about therapy with our guest, The NurseDoc, Dr. Wesley Willis!
On this episode we get answers to:
Is overcoming cheating healthy?
Why is the black community hesitant to go to therapy?
Has the events with BLM, George Floyd and Breonna Taylor affected black intimacy?
What does "lifestyle medicine" mean?
and more!
Dr. Willis' bio:
Wesley began his career with an Associates in Applied Science (AAS) with major in Nursing obtained from Central Alabama Community College...2020-10-0149 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 24 Love is Social?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss sweeping generalizations of men and women in relationships.
On this episode we discuss:
What 3 things annoy men about women
What 3 things annoy women about men
Do men have more collectively than "the audacity?"
Do men marry for stability?
and more!
Link for post discussed:
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10214911588931128&id=1469963691&sfnsn=mo&extid=iiGbCB0JVXzfBNkH2020-09-2456 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 23 Love is Combative?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss fighting in relationships.
On this episode we answer:
Why do fights happen?
What does it mean to fight fair?
Is fighting good for a marriage?
Does anybody ever win in a fight?
and more!
2020-09-1741 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 22 Love is Within?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss self-love with our special guest La'Keisha "Coach Keisha" Haley.
On this episode Coach Keisha answers:
What is the difference between self-love and self-care?
How can you be your own motivation?
How can you better yourself in preparation for a relationship?
How does self-love differ between men and women?
What is the IF movement and how can it change our outlook?
and more...
2020-09-1051 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 21 Love is Bond?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we delve into the uncomfortable topic of finances.
On this episode we discuss:
Important money topics to discuss at various stages of relationships
Do your spending habits matter when you are dating?
How do we really feel about prenups?
Should couples have two separate bank accounts?
Why is the topic of children a financial one?
and more!
2020-09-031h 00Love Is Black PodcastEp. 20 Love is Impactful?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive into the impact of childhood trauma on adulthood and relationships.
On this episode we have a featured guest and expert on childhood trauma, Ereena George.
Ereena George is an International best selling author, speaker, facilitator, Life Coach and Counselor. This Brooklyn native was gifted with the ability to help others, in addition to, giving back, both inherited from her paternal grandmother. She has worked as a mentor and advocate for youth within her own community as well as several s...2020-08-2759 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 19 Love is Inquisitive?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discover how well we know, or don't know, each other.
On this episode we answer:
What cheers us up when we are sad?
What do we like the most about each other?
If we could bring back to life someone famous, who would it be?
What are our biggest pet peeves?
What one thing wouldn't we want to admit to anyone else?
and more!2020-08-2053 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 18 Love is Cancelled?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we delve into the topic of breaking up.
On this episode we answer:
What is our most memorable breakup?
How should you communicate a breakup?
Is ghosting wrong?
Are you obligated to give an ex closure?
Can one realistically be friends with their ex?
and more!2020-08-1352 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 17 Love is Demystified?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we talk about common misconceptions about marriage.
On this episode we bust myths about:
Does being married make you now a unit and no longer individuals?
Does having children make your marriage stronger?
Does getting married prevent problems with trust and infidelity?
Should you want to change your spouse? Does getting married change them?
and more!
2020-08-0640 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 16 Love is Simple?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we break down 7 simple tips for maintaining a healthy loving relationship/marriage.
On this episode we discuss:
The importance of picking your battles
Being a supportive partner
The importance of observation and taking mental notes
Why getting out of the routine is good for the relationship
The importance of occasional separation
What is a #spouscation?
How can you meet big life needs of your partner when compromise is not an option?
and more!
2020-07-3049 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 15 Love is Complex?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we dive deep into the must have topics every couple should discuss.
On this episode we answer:
What topics are required conversations prior to committing to marriage or long term commitment?
How do you handle a spouse changing their mind or views on one of those major topics?
Is politics a deal breaker in our relationship?
Does Harvey hate Jesus?
Is it a good idea to check in with your partner about these issues periodically?
and more!
2020-07-231h 04Love Is Black PodcastEp. 14 Love is Entanglement?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us as we dive into the muddy conversation of August Alsina and Jada Pinkett-Smith's entanglement on this episode.
During this episode we answer:
Does revealing private matters make them any better?
What should or shouldn't occur during a separation?
Is unconditional love practical?
Why does Harvey dislike Will Smith so much?
and more!
2020-07-1648 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 13 Love is Feminine?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
On this episode of The Love Is Black podcast, we welcome a communication specialist, beautiful soul, and one of our favorite Laguerres: Joelle Laguerre to the show!
Joelle LaGuerre is an HR professional with over 15 years of experience in workplace learning and development. Currently, she serves as a freelance consultant and coach, specializing in leadership and career development. A student and practitioner of positive psychology, Joelle is passionate about helping individuals and organizations find and facilitate meaningful work.
In addition to being an expert in communication, J...2020-07-091h 23Love Is Black PodcastEp. 12 Love is Languages?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss Dr. Gary Chapman's 5 Love Languages.
In this episode we answer:
What are our love languages? Do they match up?
Does having different love languages impact a relationship?
Can your love language change with relationships?
Which love language is for suckas?
And more!
2020-07-0336 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 11 Love is Masculine?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
On this episode of The Love Is Black podcast, we welcome our first guest, Bertrand "Coach B" Ngampa.
Mr. Ngampa discusses 1% Man, his manifesto that speaks to the kind of men we need in today's society and climate. We delve into the physical, mental, and financial attributes men need to perfect before they date.
Betrand Ngampa is a best-selling author, speaker, coach, and high performance consultant with over ten years of experience. While serving in the US Armed Forces he won several awards.
Ngampa...2020-06-251h 05Love Is Black PodcastEp. 10 Love is Monogamy?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we talk about cheating and infidelity.
In this episode we answer:
Which form of cheating is worse, emotional or physical?
Who cheats more, men or women?
Are statistics on cheating accurate?
And more!
Bonus life tip at the end ; )2020-06-1852 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 9 Love is Consumation?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join as this episode as we discuss sex in marriage.
In this episode we answer: Within marriage, who initiates sex more, men or women? How often should couples spice up their sex lives? Is porn for couples? Is masturbation cheating? and more!2020-06-1151 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 8 Love Is Fornication?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
This week we're talking about sex and dating.
In this episode we answer: Does Steve Harvey's 90-day rule matter when dating? To what degree does sex matter when dating? Is it important to know your partner's body count? What should you say after a bad sexual encounter?2020-06-0440 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 7 Love Is Musical?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss our love of music in the culture. That's right, R&B, Hip Hop and Rap.
In this episode we answer: Is it wrong to judge artists and their music in social media posts? Are #Verzuz battles a celebration or a competition? What artists would win in various hypothetical #Verzuz battles?2020-05-2842 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 6 Love is Traditional?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss: traditions in dating, weddings and marriage.
In this episode we answer:
Should men have to be prepared to take care of a woman before attempting to date? Do traditional gender roles in relationships apply to current times? Are gender roles only for dating or do they evolve for marriage? What role does tradition play when raising children?2020-05-2158 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 5 Love is Identity?Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss black identity.
In this episode we answer:
What does it mean to be black? How does your identity impact relationships? Are we comfortable in our blackness?2020-05-1439 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 4 Love is Entertainment?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss black media and the portrayal of relationships on big screens.
In this episode we answer:
Where does the line come in when we consider the need for acceptance of black media? Is there enough range and character development in roles for black men? Does making media for the audience and not the industry produce the best quality of work? Are black relationships portrayed with enough balance between functional and dysfunction?2020-05-0735 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 3 Love is Negotiable?Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss deal breakers and pet peeves.
In this episode we answer:
Are deal breakers set in stone or can they be modified? What is the line between a pet peeve and a deal breaker? Can a pet peeve turn into a deal breaker? Does it matter if your family is not supportive of your relationship?2020-04-3049 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 2 Love Is Variety?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss whether dating has changed in the 12 years since we were last on the scene.
In this episode we answer:
Is it more difficult for black women to date now-a-days than black men? How are dating apps like Tinder and Bumble changing the game? Has dating changed or have we?2020-04-2335 minLove Is Black PodcastEp. 1 Love Is Ageless?Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Join us this week as we discuss whether age ultimately matters in relationships.
Harvey and Karese are 10 years apart in age, and often were asked in the beginning of their relationship about it.
In this episode we answer:
Has the age difference impacted their relationship?
How has difference in age impacted past relationships?
Is there any benefit to dating someone older/younger?
2020-04-1631 minLove Is Black PodcastLove is Black TrailerWelcome to the Love is Black Podcast!
Please join us weekly as we discuss love in the culture and go through various topics and issues that impact relationships.
Love is many things, but this good love is black!2020-04-1401 min