Humanized with Blue Telusma
Humanized with Blue Telusma is a podcast adaptation of Blue Telusma's YouTube series. In each episode, the writer and cultural commentator hosts a variety of guests who are willing to speak openly about life, love, politics, and other taboo subjects. The show aims to have real, unfiltered conversations that go beyond surface-level discussion. It offers a mix of personal insights and cultural commentary, all from an American perspective.
Episodes
093. "Man of The House " ft. John-Jonne Smith
This week John-Jonne Smith is in the studio opening up about how his upbringing made him the man he is today and how his love of physical comedy (and Joan Rivers) because the foundation of his lucrative career as a content creator and filmmaker.
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092. "Taking Up Space " with Dexter Mayfield
Our GOOD friend Dexter Mayfield is joining us in the studio today for a good kiki about everything from Love Island to all the tea about his experiences working with the likes of #TaylorSwift, #Lizzo and #JenniferLopez...
and YES - we do ask about a certain diva's alleged obsession w/ Beyonce and get real about our personal experiences with the body positivity movement.
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091. "Canteloup skins, Hangovers & Nicolandria "
We're back from the holiday weekend, exhausted and ready to kiki in our bonnets about parasocial relationships, Blue getting recognized during LA Pride and the final week of Love Island resurrecting our obsession with #Nicolandria
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090. "Back in the Studio! Surprise Episode "
The stars are aligned and we spontaneously made our way back in the studio to discuss everything from Nelly and Ashanti, to the #Diddy verdict, the war on democracy and the latest Love Island USA antics.
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Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Random Banter
03:20 Show starts
04:50 Content creator cringe
11:15 Nelly & Ashanti
18:44 The Diddy verdict
20:50 Love Island USA
34:10 The darkside of PickMe
089. "Love Island USA Recap: Episode 25 "
Monique Nevels is back and we're discussing Beyonce's car mishap, our complicated relationship with the American flag, then doing a recap of episode 25 of #LoveIslandUSA
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088. "Baddies, Bombshells and Bullsh*t" ft. Monique Nevels
Surprise! We're back and jumping right into Tr*mp's antics, Love Island and the hoopla surrounding B. Simone's most recent controversy.
Apologies for the audio glitches...we did this so spontaneously we forgot to put in headphones lol
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#Bluecentric Live: "Seven TIMELY lessons from the movie Sinners!"
Seven TIMELY lessons from #SinnersMovie through the lens of a pro-Black emotional intelligence coach. 🥰 Heads Up: It gets a bit emotional towards the end but this needed to be said.
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087. "BIGGER than the Superbowl" ft. Fit Buddha
Now that we've all digested what happened during the Super Bowl aka The Kendrick Bowl, our good friend Carlos Campbell aka Fit Buddha is in the studio to help us unpack what we saw AND get into the nitty gritty of what the #Kendrick vs #Drake debate says overall about the state of Black masculinity, artistic integrity and our society as a whole...
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086. "Love IRL" ft Jean Elie & Richard Nevels
What does a successful, loving marriage look like in real life? This week actors Jean Elie and Richard Nevels (Insecure, Send Help), are in the studio with their wives Randall and Monique to unpack what it's like navigating partnership in these unprecedented times.
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085. "700 To A Million" ft Kendall Kyndall
Our favorite 'fren' in our head Kendall Kyndall is in the studio this week and you already know a time was had!
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084. "Performative Wellness - Pt 1" ft. Bridget Kelly
In this special crossover episode, one of our favorite guests Bridget Kelly is in the studio to unpack how the 'mental health and wellness' industry has become painfully performative ....
And as if that wasn't enough... an even more candid part TWO of this conversation can be found on Bridget and Blue's new Patreon Patreon exclusive podcast 'Everything Is Fine'
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083. "The Art of Street Cred" ft. James Bland
After months of us talking him up, Emmy-award-winning actor and writer James Bland is finally joining us for a long overdue sit-down. And, in this high-energy episode, we unpack long-standing public debates about "what is art" and "how do you earn street credibility?" - using everyone from Drake vs Kendrick to Spike Lee vs Tyler Perry as real-life case studies.
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082. "Black Boy Writes"
What's it like when - against the odds - you've made all your dreams of Hollywood success come true... only to realize that your ideal life is also absolutely exhausting. This week, former "Insecure" writer, and "Send Help" showrunner Mike Gauyo is joining us to demystify what life is like on the other side of the rainbow.
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081. "Licking The Toad"
Have you ever heard of BUFO... also referred to as "licking the toad"?
Celebrities like Mike Tyson have often applauded the mental clarity they've achieved after experiencing this powerful psychedelic. Now Brittany Hall is back in the studio to unpack her and Blue's experiences with the medicine, joined by Shaman Princella and her husband Zeno.
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080. "The Great JLo Debate"
Now that Jeffery is back from Greece the gang is all back in the studio for a special TWO-HOUR episode where settle this once and for all: WHY is everyone so mad at #JenniferLopez lately? And does she (still) deserve to be called a pop culture icon?
We're extra curious to hear your thoughts on this one.
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079. "Healthy Can Be Sexy" ft. Aaron Bernard
Executive life coach and super proud Brooklyn native Aaron Bernard is sitting down with us to address the misconception that men can't be emotionally intelligent and give some insight into what his own journey toward healing has been like.
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078. "Pretty on the Inside" ft. Bryon Javar
This week celebrity stylist Bryon Javar is in studio helping us unpack "hot topics" and to share what it's like navigating life and love in the industry while working with the likes of Meg Thee Stallion, Janelle Monae and Quinta Brunson.
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Bluecentric Live: Let's REALLY Discuss that #Diddy and #Cassie video (May 17, 2024)
We all saw that disturbing video... now let's get into it.
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077. "Baby Reindeers & Ego Deaths" ft. Ike Slimster
We're kicking of Mental Health Awareness month with a visit from #IkeSlimster as we unpack the themes in the Netflix hit series #BabyReindeer and get candid about the alarming trends in Black men's mental health in particular.
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076. "Slippery When Wet" ft. Heather & Brittany
This week Trainer Heather and actress Brittany Hall are in the studio and we're attempting to answer one question: "What does healthy REALLY mean?"
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075. "The Roman Empire"
"LIVE from New York!" - It's Blue's birthday and the Humanized crew is in the Big Apple with our special guest co-host #IkeSlimster to discuss everything from love languages to the ongoing #AmandaSeales debate.
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074. "America's Favorite Sidepiece"
Blue's back in LA and the gang is back in the studio to discuss love, international travel and hot topics.
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073. "Toxic Femininity"
Are we equipped to take male victims seriously when it comes to grooming, s*xual assault and other predatory abuses of power?
This week while discussing the backlash to Draya Michelle's pregnancy announcement the crew unpacks why her critics may be highlighting a much bigger issue than just "trapping" a pro athlete.
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072. "Proudly Problematic"
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071. "The Usher Bowl"
It's the day after Super Bowl Sunday and we need to talk about the Usher, Beyonce, Taylor and Travis of it all.
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070. "Daddy Issues"
Do you think your parent wounds impact your romantic preferences?
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069. "Cobras, Barbies and Bigfoots, oh my!"
Did things go too far in the Nicki Minaj vs Meg Thee Stallion beef? Let's get into it!
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068. "Backpack, Backpack!"
The crew is back together and this time the convo gets spicy right from the jump!
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067. "Black Owned Vs Black Targeted" ft. Jason Lee
We're kicking off 2024 with the one and only Jason Lee!
And during this sit down we talk about everything from his recent controversy with Jennifer Hudson, to how he navigates his personal relationships with the likes of Rihanna and Kanye West. Jason also opens up about running for office in his hometown of Stockton, CA, why he believes in "Black Owned" vs "Black Targeted" and what he's learned fr
066. "Cheers to Surviving 2023!"
We did it Joe! We survived 2023 with our sanity (and joy) intact... and that alone is something to be VERY proud of. And as part two of our end-of-year special, we'll be answering even more of your listener questions.
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065. "Wingmen and Praise Kinks"
Do you get turned on by affirmation? Well, Blue and Lulu ABSOLUTELY do and apparently, that's called a "Praise kink." Meanwhile, Jeffery, who was sick and originally planned to stay in bed, popped up at the studio because he refused to be left out of the discussion.
For those who've been waiting for us to be back together in person - this one's for you...
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064. "The Virtues of Spinning The Block"
Now that Ashanti and Nelly have not only rekindled their love affair but are also allegedly expecting their first baby together... many of us are asking, "Should we be spinning the block with our exes too?" and do women over 40 even want a wedding ring before having a baby?
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063. "Did #MeToo Skip Hip-Hop?"
We've all seen the headlines in the wake of the Cassie vs Diddy lawsuit and the response to the droves of cases that came after it. So let's talk about it!
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062. "Submissive Breadwinners"
A lot of "podcast bros" on social media say they want a submissive woman but they also don't want to pay for much... this week Lulu is posing the question, "How are we supposed to be submissive and breadwinners at the same time?"
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061. Humanized | "The Thirst is Mutual"
We're back in the studio with a bottle of bubbly....
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060. "Were you listening to LEARN though?"
Universal truth and personal truth are not the same thing... and this week we get into it!
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059. Humanized | "...And then the edible hit"
When you've had a tough week sometimes the best medicine is laughter... and a legally obtained edible. lol
In this episode, we talk about our family, the origins of Blue's name and a host of hot topics including Jada's NYTimes Bestseller debut, Keith Lee's viral reviews of ATL restaurants, and the Dwight Howard sex scandal.
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058. Humanized | "The Year of Divorce..."
Dating is wild... and this year everyone seems to be getting a divorce... let's get into it!
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057. Humanized | "Perception is Reality..."
Humanized is back by request and this time host Blue Telusma is joined by two of her faves Jeffery Smith Jr and Lutasha "Lulu" Bradley as guest co-hosts as they unpack hot topics and current events.
This week they cover everything from a "Soft Girl Recession...", the response to Blue's Kardashian explainer video going viral and the war of words taking place between Drake and Joe Budden.
And before
056. Humanized | "It Takes A Village" ft. Flyana Boss
This week hip-hop duo Flyana Boss, made up of Bobbi LaNea and Folayan, are in the studio to talk about their road to stardom, the viral TikTok videos that put them on the map, and their quest to set healthy boundaries in an industry where “people pleasing” is an occupational hazard. During our chat, Bobbi also shares how taking Blue's EQ class *right* before being catapulted into the limelight...
055. "First Generational Flex" ft. Jean Elie
Mere days before the SagAftra strike became official, actor/producer and friend to the show Jean Elie came back to the studio to catch up with us about what life has been like since releasing his first series "Send Help," how he's navigated Hollywood after the end of the HBO hit series "Insecure" and what it feels like being a first-generation Haitian-American creating financial stability for his
054. "The Keke Conundrum"
This take (and tone) regarding the whole #KekePalmer situation is different from what you’ve probably been seeing all week and that's a good thing.
We collectively need to do better.
If you can please share this with a friend. This convo is too important and timely to skip over ♥️
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053. "Lessons from London" ft Rose Sterling
This week actor and cannabis activist Rose Sterling is sitting down with us to share her complicated feelings about Beyonce, the nuances of interracial relationships, and the sobering realization that Blue came to while vacationing in London.
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052. "The Circle of Life" ft. Natalie Gill-Mensah
We're baaaaaack from spring hiatus and in this installment, Natalie Gill-Mensah is joining us to have an extra vulnerable conversation about family planning over 40, the daily frustrations of dealing with elderly parents, and how she manages to raise children and keep her marriage afloat while living abroad.
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051. “Not a victim” ft Moniece Slaughter
Can you imagine what it would be like to be misunderstood by MILLIONS? This week "Love & Hip Hop" star Moniece Slaughter is sitting down with us to share how she's managed to stay afloat... even when it felt like her reality was being intentionally distorted for ratings.
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050. Humanized | “Birthday Hangover" ft Melody K. Douglas
In this episode one of Blue's oldest friends (and former roommate), educator Melody K. Douglas is joining us for a birthday week recap and to reminisce about what their lives were like back in their "struggle days."
If you have a "Day One" friend who has rocked with you through some of your darkest chapters and watched you come out on the other side.... this one's for you.
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049. “Re-Imagining the Black Church” ft Minister Ben Carlton
What does modern-day spirituality look like in action? And would whatever God you subscribe to agree? This week minister, actor, and activist Benjamin Carlton is sitting down with us to discuss how he brings God's word to those who may have previously felt judged by religious dogma.
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048. “The Actress & The Toad” ft Brittany Hall
This week, actress and life coach Brittany S. Hall is joining us to share what it was like working with John David Washington on HBO's 'Ballers', finding love after divorce, and the spiritual awakening she experienced from taking a special medicine known as "The Toad."
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BONUS - Blue on IG Live "Life Updates and Legacy Talk"
Todays Topic: Outside of how you look and how much money you make… what do you think your legacy will be? And why? 🤔
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047. “Don't Call Me Auntie” ft Dr Shane’a Thomas
Ever had a ROUGH week where you just need to catch up with a friend?
Well, this is one of those weeks and Dr. Shane'a Thomas is back to help us unpack hot topics, and have a candid conversation about identity, aging, and why some of us DON'T like being called "Auntie" as a term of endearment.
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046. “Unpacking Family Trauma” ft Mardoche and Chloe
This week Blue's cousin, Mardoche Telusma is the studio to discuss what it's like coming out in a traditional Haitian family, what she's learned while going to school to become a clinical psychologist, and how she and Blue have maneuvered preserving their peace with no blueprint.
Her girlfriend Chloe also joins in on the discussion to share what it's like to witness all that from the perspective o
045. “Beauty in the Breakdown” ft. Kenya Parham
Could you give yourself permission to hit the reset button and start all over? This week cultural strategist Kenya Parham sits down with us to share how she reinvented herself after leaving politics and re-emerged as her best self.
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044. “Compassionate Accountability” ft Mandii B
This week "The PodMuva" herself, Mandii B is in the building opening up about what she's learned as the host of not just one, but TWO successful podcasts (Whoreable Decisions, and See The Thing Is) and how she navigates love, business and friendship while still maintaining her identity.
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043. “Oscar Highlights, Snubs and Side-eyes” ft Laura Jimenez
This week one of Blue's oldest friends, real estate investor and wealth-building expert Laura Jimenez is joining us virtually to have an in-depth conversation not just about the Oscars... but also about what MOST elite awards shows reveal about artistic expression, representation, and the constant debate about what true equity looks like.
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042. “It’s Either Peace or Death: Part One” ft Bridget Kelly
Guess whose back!!! Bridget Kelly's last sit-down with us was so moving we had to do it again! And this time the discussion got so real we actually had to stop halfway through to finish the rest of it behind the paywall.
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041. "NON toxic Masculinity" ft Cheech
The internet would have you believe that cis-hetero men have no emotional intelligence. But this week Cheech is in the studio to open up about what it's like for a straight Black man who has to UNlearn toxic masculinity (while still staying true to himself).
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040. "PH Balanced Goons" ft. Monique Nevels
How do you maintain your autonomy while being a wife, mother, and momager?
This week celebrity makeup artist Monique Nevels is in the building to keep it real about what it's like attempting to be your own person EVEN though being of service has always been your norm.
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039. "Sexiness is Democratic" ft Lulu & Kenya
This week Lulu is back in the studio along with our newest play cousin Kenya Parham to unpack how we felt about Rihanna's Super Bowl, share what we want our legacies to be, and spill the tea on how a previous episode inspired one of Blue's friend's to "shoot his shot."
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038. Humanized "Grammys & Green Eyed Bandits" ft. Jeffery Smith
I'm super sick this week 😷 but rolled out of bed long enough to chat with our favorite "play cousin" celebrity chef (and Bravo Housewives enthusiast) Jeffery Smith about our thoughts on the Grammy's, the latest season of Real Housewives of Potomac, and why we think it may be time for Robin Dixon to leave the show (for her own good).
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037. "Timing is EVERYTHING" ft Bridget Kelly.mp4
We're kicking off love month with Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Bridget Kelly whose in the studio to open up about what she learned while being signed to Roc Nation, the highs and lows of co-hosting a successful podcast in this cultural climate AND the biggest misconception that fans have about her as an artist.
You might want to grab some tissue for this one... cause we sure did!
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036. "Who Is Me?" ft. Syreeta Singleton
On the heels of her NAACP Image Awards nomination, showrunner Syreeta Singleton is in the studio to talk about her HBO hit series "Rap Sh!t" - what she learned from working on "Insecure" and how she's managing life, love, and friendships in the midst of her ascension.
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035. "Reliable Flight Risk" ft. Lutasha Bradley
This week our first "play cousin" Lutasha "Lulu" Bradley is in the studio to chop it up about hot topics, New Year's resolutions, and how one of her oldest friends transitioned into becoming her new love.
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034. Guess Whose Back!!
After a very necessary six month hiatus - we're back and ready to hit the rest button on everything!
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033. "Even Therapists Need Therapy" ft. Aaron Bernard
These days everyone seems to be using “mental health” as a buzzword.
But this week we talk to therapist turned coach Aaron Bernard about what it’s like running into clients outside of office hours and why we both believe even the best therapists need therapy too!
We also do a fun Q&A unpacking love, sex, and relationships using hot topics and social media shenanigans as a launchpad.
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032. "The Soft Life" ft. Ferriss Mason
The old school mindset that struggle is always a pre-requisite for growth is no longer resonating with a lot of people - us included!
This week stylist Ferriss Mason is in the studio to discuss what it’s like embracing “The Soft Life” and also finding love after years of being single.
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031. "Black Boy Joy" ft. Donnie Hue
What does unapologetic joy get to look like when it comes to Black men? This week we have writer, producer, actor, and entrepreneur Donnie Hue in the studio helping us discuss just that and explaining how he channeled some of his toughest life lessons into his new film Roux's Blues.
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030. "Big Jeff Energy" ft. Jeffery Wallace
Do you have the audacity to take up space without apology? And if you do - are you willing to also own the responsibility that comes with that sort of freedom?
This week we sit down with Jeffery Wallace, president, and CEO of LeadersUp to unpack what it means to advocate for an anti-racist economy, while still finding moments to have FUN in the midst of a movement.
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029. "The Beauty is a Beast" feat. Rosa Acosta
This week we're joined by fitness model, actress and overall badass Rosa Acosta to talk about fitness, finances, and what it takes to have longevity in an industry that usually chews people up and spits them back out.
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028. "You Can't Cancel Pride" ft. Dr. David Johns
Do we still need to celebrate Gay Pride month in this current social climate? This week Dr. David Johns is back in the studio to answer that question and also give some advice to those who are struggling to keep up.
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027. "Equitable but not Equal" feat. Dr. Shane'a Thomas
Do you know the difference between being equal vs being equitable? May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Dr. Shane'a Thomas is here to break it down and to have a candid conversation about how to "cope" during these prickly times.
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026. "Do You Believe in Marriage?" feat. DJ Damage
So after taking all of April off, we're baaaaaack! With a new season, as part of a new podcast network and with one of our most popular guests back in the building.
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025. "Life, Love & Long Covid" ft. Karla Monterroso
While the fear around COVID-19 has subsided with mask mandates being lifted across the nation, some have warned that another surge could be on the horizon.
This episode we're ending Women's Month with strategist and survivor Karla Monterroso... who joins us to open up about what it's been like living with Long Covid while educating the masses about the dangers of "going back to normal" too soon.
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024. "Demystifying Money Management" w/ Njideka Obijiaku
We're kicking off Women's History Month with money and business coach Njideka Obijiaku to talk about what wealth management really looks like in these unprecedented times.
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023. "Love & Other Drugs" ft. The Muses
In this special Valentine's Day issue, one of Blue's favorite "power couples" - The Muses - drop by the studio to talk about love, politics, cultural identity, and a slew of other hot topics.
At one point the prolific artists even give a quick breakdown on what NFTs are for those who still have no idea what all the hype is about.
Whether you don't have a Valentine OR just need some great conversat
022. "Fit AF" ft. Nikki Gittens
Now that the noise around New Year's Resolutions has died down, in this episode Blue reunites with her trainer Nikki Gittens (who she hasn't seen in months!) to discuss all the pitfalls that trip people up on the road to health and wellness.
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021. "New Year, Who Dis?" w/ Jeffery Smith
After taking January off to recover from 2021, Humanized is back and this time guest co-host Jeffery Smith is in the studio to talk hot topics!
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020. "Intention is Sexy" ft. Amy Aniobi EP of 'Insecure'
It's our last Humanized podcast episode of 2021, and this time we have Amy Aniobi - writer, director and Executive Producer on HBO’s Emmy-nominated comedy, “Insecure,” in the studio to talk about what life looks like AFTER major success and how she maintains her privacy and authentic friendships in Hollywood.
As an extra special treat, Amy also predicts what she thinks the audience must be feeling
019. "Brotherly Love" ft. Jean Elie & Rich Nevels
In this episode of the podcast, actors (and habitual scene-stealers) Jean Elie and Rich Nevels, who play Issa Rae and Yvonne Orji's brothers on HBO's hit comedy "Insecure", drop by the studio to chime in on this week's hot topics, clear up some of the biggest misconceptions about life in Hollywood, and also share how it feels to be part of one of the most beloved Black series in recent history.
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018. "Own Thy Shift" ft. Fresh
Looking for some tangible tools to help you not only map out - but also execute - your goals for 2022?
Say less!
This week we opened up registration for January's "New Year, Who Dis?" digital workshops and sat down with Fresh who attended all of the previous "self-mastery" classes and talk about what it's been like navigating growth, "shadow work" and healing relationship traumas during these unpr
017. "Lovers & Friends" ft Damage
Need some company while you prepare for a big Thanksgiving dinner? Or maybe you're playing it solo this year and want to unwind with some funny banter.
Either way, we gotchu!
In this SUPAH sized (almost 2hr) episode of "Humanized" Damage is in the studio to help us unpack some hot topics, share what he has in the works and play a very candid version of "21 Questions" that covers everything from se
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