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Designing BestiesHGTV's Renovation Resort Showdown: Crown Confusion, Headboard Havoc, and Wallpaper WinsHGTV's Renovation Resort Showdown Season 2, Episode 1 - "1... 2... 3... Go!" The resort renovations have begun—and chaos has already checked in. In this episode, we recap the Renovation Resort Showdown premiere, where hosts Brian Baeumler and Scott McGillivray kick things off with a tool-grabbing relay, a surprise headboard twist, and their signature mix of side-eye and sarcasm. Four teams take on their first challenge: transforming blank bedrooms and baths into bold, vacation-worthy spaces. From upside-down crown molding to motion-lit masterpieces, we’re calling out the wins, the wobbles, and the wallpaper we now want in our own bathr...2025-07-2840 min
Designing BestiesHGTV’s Celebrity IOU: The Property Bros + Lois Lane = One Marvelous MakeoverIn the Season 10 premiere of Celebrity IOU, Rachel Brosnahan trades red carpets for renovation boots to surprise her best friend’s parents with the ultimate kitchen and dining room makeover. Shari and Rhonda break down all the emotional reveals, clever design choices (hello skinny shaker cabinets!), and one awkward cabinet corner that nearly derailed the dream. From doughnuts and demo to induction stoves and chosen family feels, this episode hits hard. Grab your tissues, Besties—it’s HGTV at its heartwarming finest. Love and Kisses, Rhonda and Shari Find us at desig...2025-07-2127 min
Designing BestiesDesigning Besties: Rebranded, Refreshed, and Still Dragging Bad DesignDon’t panic, Besties! — we’ve just had a little makeover.We’re still your go-to podcast for spicy design opinions and HGTV recaps, but now we’re rocking a new name: Designing Besties 💅✨Same voices, same snark, same hatred of barn doors in condos. We’re just doing it in a more algorithm-friendly outfit (and yes, the new name looks really cute on a tote).🛠 PSA: The rename is still in progress — so if you see our old name floating around, just know we’re updating as fast as we can between episodes...2025-07-2102 min
Designing BestiesMagnolia’s Mini Reni: Joanna Gaines Reinvents the MakeoverRecapping Magnolia's Mini Reni - Season 1 - Episode 1 "Whimsical Indoor Garden."In this episode, Shari and Rhonda dive into Mini Reni, the Magnolia Network’s newest design gem starring Joanna Gaines—minus the demo, the drywall dust, or Chip’s cockroach stunts. With just paint, trim, and $15K, Jo transforms three rooms in a 1930s cottage into a whimsical indoor garden dream.The Besties break down the design details, debate the reality of DIYing a Mini Reni yourself (spoiler: you'd need a tile fairy), and fawn over that Shari-coded breakfast nook. Plus, Shari confesses to being...2025-07-1435 min
Designing BestiesHGTV’s Rehab Addict: Squatters, Skylights, and Shiplap SecretsNicole Curtis is back, Besties—and she’s not easing into Season 9 of Rehab Addict. In this double-episode recap of “Nicole Goes West” and “Attic Antics,” we’re talking attic bedrooms, squatter drama in Detroit, a hot water heater in the kitchen (WHY), and the Wyoming flip that started as a spontaneous online buy.We unpack Nicole’s return after a three-year hiatus, her signature flag moment, her monster truck detour, and whether we'd actually be friends with her IRL. Plus, one of us may or may not be in denial about painting brick—and you know Nicole has thought...2025-07-0734 min
Designing BestiesHGTV’s The Flip Off: Pleather, Pergolas and a Fabulous FinaleHGTV’s The Flip Off wrapped up with leather, landscaping, and low-key shade—just the way we like it. Christina’s curb appeal had us swooning, Tarek and Heather’s pergola made us question everything, and Jeff Lewis brought the perfect amount of petty to the judging table.We’re breaking down the design drama, the behind-the-scenes relationship realness, and whether anyone actually won in a house under a flight path. Plus, what would Season 2 look like with Real Housewives as guest judges? We have ideas. Too many. 🛑 Spoiler alert: this is the very first episode we ever...2025-06-3023 min
Designing BestiesHGTV's Castle Impossible Finale: Bed Fails, Boars, and a Bedroom Fit for a KingIt’s the season finale of HGTV's Castle Impossible (Season 1, Episode 8), and Daphne and Ian go full Versailles to transform a second-floor bedroom into a royal retreat—complete with wall draping, lavish moldings, a centuries-old fireplace, and a possibly priceless French masterpiece.In this episode, Shari and Rhonda break down the regal reveal, bid farewell to a too-big bed, fend off wild boars, and debate whether accent walls are dead (spoiler: they are). Plus, we talk king’s cake, chateau envy, and the sweet surprise appearance of caretaker Francis in a finale that ties everything back to Daphne...2025-06-2330 min
Designing BestiesHGTV's Holmes Family Rescue Premiere: Laundry Nightmares and Permits Gone WildIn this episode of Designing Bitches, Shari and Rhonda dive into the Season 3 premiere (and part of Episode 2) of Holmes Family Rescue—because we simply had to stick around for the reveal. From a ghosting contractor who left mid-foundation to questionable wallpaper choices (🐸), we're dishing on everything Nicole and Bill endured to finally get a functioning laundry room—and maybe a little rooftop peace.We’re asking the real questions: – Who approves these permits? – Where did the farmhouse charm go? – And why did that birthday cake say “Mike” instead of “Dad”?Packed with red flags, rogue elec...2025-06-1632 min
Designing BestiesHGTV's Married to Real Estate: Wet Rooms, Budget Wins and Husband Design CrimesIt’s the HGTV Married to Real Estate Season 4 finale and Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson did not come to play—they came to deliver a full glow-up on a tight budget. We’re talking kitchen envy, generational living goals, and one husband who thought he could pick the tile.Shari and Rhonda break down every smart design move (and a few questionable ones), dish out big applause to Lillie and Ray for renovating with heart and confess their candle-related childhood trauma. Plus: wet room anxiety, the uncomfortable chair method, and why Greek columns should stay buried in the...2025-06-1333 min
Designing BestiesHGTV's Down Home Fab: Cowboy Contemporary Meets Car Crash ChaosChelsea and Cole DeBoer are back with a bang—literally—as Season 3 of HGTV's Down Home Fab kicks off with a plate-glass disaster, a sunroom demolition, and a heartfelt home makeover for a single mom of three. We’re recapping every wild turn in this premiere: Chelsea’s evolution from Teen Mom to design powerhouse, Cole’s mustache glow-up, and the transformation of a closet into a jewel-box home office.We’ve got thoughts on weather continuity crimes, cabinetry crushes, and whether Chelsea is the new Joanna Gaines (hot take alert). Plus, your besties Shari and Rhonda spill the te...2025-06-0932 min
Designing BestiesHGTV's Rock the Block S6 Finale: Bubble Trouble, Curb Appeal, and the Hug That Never HappenedFirst it bubbled, then it buckled, and yes—then it came down. In the Rock the Block Season 6 Finale, Rhonda and Shari are dishing on upstairs bedrooms, bold balconies, and front-yard facades with big appraisal energy. The drama? Real. The dead grass? Regrettable. The hug snub between Alison and Michel? Unmissable.We’re recapping who brought moody modern magic (Tristyn & Kamohai), who nailed Cowboy Contemporary (Chelsea & Cole), and who gave us greenhouse glam with a side of goat bait (Jonathan & Jordan). Spoiler alert: there's a winner, but not exactly a warm embrace.Plus, we give our...2025-06-0240 min
Designing BestiesHGTV’s Married to Real Estate: 👑✨ In Egypt Sherrod We Trust ✨👑This week on Designing Bitches, we’re recapping the Season 4 premiere of Married to Real Estate, where Egypt and Mike help a NYC family trade 800 square feet and subway sirens for 6,300 square feet and… fake ferns in Atlanta. 😬Shari and Rhonda dive into:The million-dollar dream home (and its zebra countertops 🦓)Why open floor plans are not dead (fight us)Whether white oak cabinets are the new pickled pine 😱And how Egypt Sherrod is the only designer we’d trust with the keys to our houseWe’re swooning over Egypt’s office, side-eyeing some scullery drama, and...2025-05-2623 min
Designing BestiesHGTV's Flipping El Moussas Finale: Leftover Chic, Pending Permits, and a Side of PleatherBesties, grab your drink of choice—because we are flipping out (again)! This week, we’re closing the book on The Flipping El Moussas Season 2 finale, and spoiler alert: no one saves the tub.From a rock-paper-scissors house purchase to stolen plumbing, pleather pants, and patchwork design made entirely of leftover finishes, Tarek and Heather’s latest project had us wondering—was this a flip or a fridge-clean-out surprise casserole?We talk:The curious case of Urban Bungalow (Target candle or contractor nightmare?)Heather’s evolution from “call the designer” to “budget baddie” 🔨Tarek’s questionable take on...2025-05-1924 min
Designing BestiesPulling Design Outta Your Booty: Chaos, Conspiracy, and Cowboy ContemporaryBesties, buckle up! This week on Designing Bitches, we’re recapping Rock the Block Season 6, Episode 4 — aka the one where HGTV throws the rulebook out the window and the teams are forced to channel their inner Trading Spaces madness. With surprise themes, no budgets, and 48 hours to create stairways and bonus rooms using random transportainer junk, the drama (and delirium) is real. We’re talking moss walls, influencer spas, a gaming room nobody wanted, and whether “Refined Rustic” has completely lost the plot. Plus, conspiracy theories, designer feuds, and one very inappropriate (but iconic) color critique. Tristyn and Kamohai finally ge...2025-05-1228 min
Designing BestiesCastle Chaos: Designing Bitches Break Down HGTV's Castle Impossible PremiereRhonda and Shari are back with piping-hot takes on HGTV’s brand new obsession-worthy series, Castle Impossible! In the premiere episode, fearless couple Daphne and Ian take on their first renovation inside a centuries-old French château — a sprawling estate they’ve never even lived in. Bold move? Oui.They’re turning a former solar (yep, we Googled it) into a dreamy primary bedroom, and let’s just say… not all design choices are created equal. From royal portraits with doppelgänger vibes to budget battles, bats in the bell tower, and a serious lack of plumbing—we break down th...2025-05-0726 min
Designing BestiesDishing on Rock the Block Season 6, Episode 3🎙️ EPISODE 3 - Dishing on Rock the Block Season 6, Episode 3: That’s a Veteran MoveThis week, we’re diving deep into the main suite mayhem! From luxe bedrooms to spa-worthy bathrooms—and yes, even a balcony moment—the teams went big in Episode 3. The designs? 🔥 The drama? Not so much. We’re still craving that signature Rock the Block chaos and those spicy designer rivalries of seasons past.Meet the dream-team duos bringing the heat this season: ✨ Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab) & Michel Smith Boyd (Luxe for Less) 🛠️ Chelsea & Cole DeBoer...2025-05-0627 min
Designing BestiesDishing on Rock the Block Season 6 Episode 2Rock the Block Season 6, Episode 2 Recap: "Don’t Call Us Rookies"This week on the podcast, we’re diving into Rock the Block Season 6, Episode 2, titled "Don’t Call Us Rookies" — and trust us, it’s one you don't want to miss!The competition heats up as the teams tackle the rest of their first-floor spaces, transforming the entryway, den, powder room, and mudroom into stunning showcases of creativity and craftsmanship.Competing this season are powerhouse duos:Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab) & Michel Smith Boyd...2025-04-2828 min
Designing BestiesDishing on HGTV's Rock the Block Season 6 PremiereOn this episode called "New Block, New Drama", HGTV kicks things off with a bang. The four identical houses are located just outside of Salt Lake City, Utah, and the first challenge for the four teams is renovating the kitchen, dining room, and living room areas. The teams are Alison Victoria (Windy City Rehab) and Michel Smith Boyd (Luxe for Less), Chelsea and Cole DeBoer (Down Home Fab), Tristyn and Kamohai Kalama (Renovation Aloha), and Jonathan and Jordon Knight (Farmhouse Fixer and New Kids on the Block). Ty Pennington (Trading Spaces, Extreme Makeover Home Edition, Rock the B...2025-04-2529 min
Designing BestiesRock the Block Winner PredictionsSPOILER ALERT!Rhonda and Shari are back with their signature wit, wild theories, and a borderline unhealthy HGTV obsession—this time, they’re sure they’ve cracked the code as they predict the winners for Rock the Block Season 6.After five seasons of wildly inaccurate predictions on who wins Rock the Block, could Season 6 finally be their redemption arc?Tune in for bold predictions and spicy opinions!Love and Kisses, Rhonda and Shari ...2025-04-1402 min
Designing BestiesDesigning Bitches TrailerGet to know Rhonda and Shari, your new besties in the world of HGTV! From the classics like Flip or Flop to the latest Rock the Block, they have the scoop on what's hot--and what's not--in design reality shows.First episode, featuring HGTV's Rock the Block Season 6 premiere, drops 5/1/2025.Love and Kisses, Rhonda and Shari Find us at designingbesties.com, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).2025-04-1401 min
Good Morning FrederickEp. 20 Good Morning Frederick April 26 2024Happy Friday! You'll hear a great story on how Shari started COIPP - Children of Incarcerated Parents Partnership & then Rhonda shares on how she left education and started Raize the Bar. Plus - all the events and happenings in Frederick. Subscribe, Follow, Like, Comment & Share!
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The Millionaire MindEP73: The Mindset Shift That Redefines Adversity as Opportunity with Rhonda RajsichIn today's awe-inspiring episode, we're honored to host decorated racquetball athlete Rhonda Rajsich, who shares her remarkable triumph over trauma following a near-fatal incident. She takes us through her path of resilience, where shifting perspectives played a pivotal role in her victorious comeback. Stay tuned to rewrite the narrative of triumph over adversity.Key takeaways to listen forThe value of being grateful for past experiencesHow learning from experiences shape an athlete Benefits of taking a break from sports Why it's vital to deal with trauma and sh...2023-08-1848 min
Want To Talk Missions?And Now For Something Completely Different - Season 4 Episode 1CCWM Ministry Leader, Rhonda Haynes makes us THINK about the GOING.In a fun filled, yet thought provoking episode we kick off season 4 of Want To Talk Missions Podcast. Learn more about Rhonda Haynes and other CCWM Ministry Leaders at www.ccwm.org Contact our host, Shari Tvrdik at info@ccwm.org Cup of Cold Water Ministries is a mission sending organization, helping people go and stay where God has called them to serve. Check us out at ccwm.org2023-01-181h 02
Turn the Pages of Your Mind, With a Full Audiobook You'll FindMan Enough for Me Audiobook by Rhonda BowenListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 249166
Title: Man Enough for Me
Author: Rhonda Bowen
Narrator: Shari Peele
Format: Unabridged
Length: 09:49:03
Language: English
Release date: 04-08-11
Publisher: Recorded Books
Genres: Fiction & Literature, Black Literature
Summary:
In Rhonda Bowen's breakout debut novel Man Enough for Me, Jules Jackson has her life under control. There's no man in the mix-until Germaine comes along, and she falls hard. But when Jules discovers Germaine is hiding something big from her, she starts digging for answers. Soon, everything starts falling apart, and Jules must decide to take her new...2011-04-089h 49
Authors Like UsEpisode 13 - The Class of 2k10 at BEADuring our trip to Book Expo America, we had the opportunity to interview the Class of 2k10. What is that, you may ask? This is a unique idea for a group of debut authors to support and promote each other as they launch their new books.
In the photo, we have: Shannon Delany, Jeri Smith-Ready, Denise Jaden, Rhonda Hayter, Judith Graves, and Kitty Keswick.
Missing are: Swati Avasthi, Michele Corriel, Leah Cypess, Alexandra Diaz, Bonnie J. Doerr, Janet Fox, Jacqueline Houtman, Jennifer Hubbard, Irene Latham, Tom Leveen, Shari Maurer, Kristina McBride, Mara Purnhagen, Laura Quimby, Jame Richards, N.H. Senzai...2010-06-2526 min
Experience The Immersive Full Audiobook Now, Busy Professionals!The Little Black Book of Success by Elaine Brown, Marsha Haygood, Rhonda McLeanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/8382to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Little Black Book of Success
Author: Elaine Brown, Marsha Haygood, Rhonda McLean
Narrator: Shari Peele
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins
Release date: 06-22-10
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 437 ratings
Genres: Women in Business
Publisher's Summary:2010-06-224h 11Relish: This Best-Selling Full Audiobook For Curious Minds.The Little Black Book of Success by Elaine Brown, Marsha Haygood, Rhonda McLeanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/8382to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Little Black Book of Success
Author: Elaine Brown, Marsha Haygood, Rhonda McLean
Narrator: Shari Peele
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins
Release date: 06-22-10
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 437 ratings
Genres: Women in Business
Publisher's Summary:2010-06-224h 11