The Friend Zone

This week on #TheFriendZone, Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche stops by the Hot Button. We talk the looming recession, inflation vs price gouging, the dos and don'ts during an economic downturn, Wills and Trusts, and how to manage your grief while handling the finances of a loved one who has passed. Important links mentioned during episode: http://getgoodwithmoney.com http://mymentortiffany.com http://thebudgetnista.com Black Business of the Week - Mysa Fragrance Haus https://mysafragrancehaus.com/products/body-shimmer Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself. Black Business of the Week - Hey Fran Hey x Maryam Hasnaa Embodiment Collection resonanceapothecary.com/products/embo…&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Thuma Beds - Go to www.thuma.co/friend for a $25 credit Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté explores the intersection of dating and technology for the Hot Button Segment. Black Business of The Week - https://www.truegrowf.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Thuma Beds - Go to https://www.thuma.co/friend for a $25 credit HelloFresh - Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/friendzone16 and use code friendzone16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin honors Wendy Williams by turning the Hot Button Segment into Hot Topics. Black Business of the Week - https://www.forkeepsbooks.com Wellness Segment - https://everdance.app Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. ZocDoc - Go to https://Zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by JadeofAllJades, of the Gettin’ Grown and Jade & XD podcasts, to share our wildest NYC stories. Black Business of the Week - https://roamloud.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Martin: The Reunion - Now streaming exclusively on BET Plus. Freedom Grooming - To thank you for being such a loyal listener, we’re partnering with Freedom to give you an exclusive 20% off when you go to https://www.freedom-grooming.com/FRIENDZONE Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself. Black Business of the Week - Hey Fran Hey x Maryam Hasnaa Embodiment Collection https://resonanceapothecary.com/products/embodiment-box?_pos=1&_psq=embodi&_ss=e&_v=1.0 Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. MJ The Musical - https://mjthemusical.com Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté gives us a lesson on black billionaires around the world and how they created their fortune. Black Business of the Week - https://www.antonyoawards.com Wellness Segment - Digital Pharmacy https://costplusdrugs.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - When we invest in ourselves, we’re investing in what’s next for all of us. Stock up on Black-owned brands at Target. Thuma Beds - Go to https://www.thuma.co/friend for a $25 credit Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin breaks down the beef between Monique and DL Hughley. Black Business of the Week - Mike Anderson Fit https://www.instagram.com/mikeandersonfit Wellness Segment - Picture This App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/picturethis-plant-identifier/id1252497129 THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Tushy - Visit Hello https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus FREE shipping right now! Thuma - Create that feeling of checking in to your favorite boutique hotel suite, but at home, with The Bed, by Thuma. And go to https://www.thuma.co/friend and use the code FRIEND to receive a twenty-five dollar credit towards your purchase of The Bed plus free shipping in the continental U.S. MJ The Musical - https://mjthemusical.com Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss our relationship to grief, society not being designed to hold space for us as we grieve, and how we show up for ourselves (and others) during hard times. Featuring our sister, Dr. Tykeia Robinson, of the Gettin' Grown Podcast. Black Business of the Week - https://www.instagram.com/fwfnyc THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Amazon's Emergency - It's about three college kids whose legendary night of partying is interrupted when they find a drunk, passed out stranger in their apartment. EMERGENCY is NOW PLAYING in Select Theaters and streaming on Amazon Prime Video May 27th. ZocDoc - Go to https://Zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come through. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Amazon's Emergency - It's about three college kids whose legendary night of partying is interrupted when they find a drunk, passed out stranger in their apartment. EMERGENCY is NOW PLAYING in Select Theaters and streaming on Amazon Prime Video May 27th. MJ Musical - Get your tickets now to the show Deadline calls “a wildly entertaining marvel that’s taking Manhattan with hurricane force”. Go to https://mjthemusical.com Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté clears up some myths and schools us with a history lesson on the top 10 black inventions of all time. Black Business of the Week - https://www.thesip.com Wellness Segment - https://www.youtube.com/c/growwithjo THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Curology - Curology - Get started on Curology with a free 30-day trial at curology.com/friendzone. Just pay $5 for shipping and handling. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin brings the story of Nannie Doss, “The Giggling Granny”, to the hot button segment. Black Business of the Week - https://www.miiriya.com Wellness Segment - Clear Complexion Brightening Lotion - https://ixorabb.com/products/clear-complexion-brightening-lotion?variant=40538862846147 THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Curology - Curology - Get started on Curology with a free 30-day trial at curology.com/friendzone. Just pay $5 for shipping and handling. ZocDoc - Go to https://Zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Tushy - Visit Hello https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus FREE shipping right now! Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we work through a self-audit. If we were to place your family, friends, romantic partners and co-workers into a room to hear their perceptions/perspectives of you, the good and the bad, what would they say? And how much of what they think of you aligns with what you think of yourself? Black Business of the Week - https://ruckerroots.com Wellness Segment - Sea Moss & Centella Calming Gel Toner - https://ixorabb.com/products/sea-moss-centella-calming-gel-toner?variant=41344867729603 THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Thuma - Create that feeling of checking in to your favorite boutique hotel suite, but at home, with The Bed, by Thuma. And go to https://www.thuma.co/friend and use the code FRIEND to receive a twenty-five dollar credit towards your purchase of The Bed plus free shipping in the continental U.S. Cerebral - For listeners of this show, you can receive 65% off your first month of medication management and care counseling at https://cerebral.com/friendzone Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come through. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Thuma - Create that feeling of checking in to your favorite boutique hotel suite, but at home, with The Bed, by Thuma. And go to https://www.thuma.co/friend and use the code FRIEND to receive a twenty-five dollar credit towards your purchase of The Bed plus free shipping in the continental U.S. Headspace - Try www.headspace.com/FRIENDZONE and get one month FREE of their entire mindfulness library. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté brings Apple TV’s newest hit show - Severance - to the hot button segment. If your employer offered a tech hack that would allow you to go “unconscious” during work hours, so you could get through it with minimal stress and “sever” your work life from your home life, would you accept? We share our thoughts and experiences. Black Business of the Week - https://www.instagram.com/launchreading Wellness Segment - Aveda Botanical Repair https://www.aveda.com/botanical-repair-hair-damage-treatment?gclid=Cj0KCQjwxtSSBhDYARIsAEn0thRgZMMwk_SgxAiPHaOgTRTqRRPUMALcXMmcCkb-0e4mr9rZxfFnO0IaAvViEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our MONTHLY Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Minnesota Public Radio - Join Grace, Amy and their exciting guests for something we all need - a show that focuses on joy. Follow The Antidote wherever you get your podcasts. HelloFresh - Go to https://www.HelloFresh.com/friendzone16 and use code friendzone16 for up to 16 free meals AND 3 free gifts. Thuma - Create that feeling of checking in to your favorite boutique hotel suite, but at home, with The Bed, by Thuma. And go to https://www.thuma.co/friend and use the code FRIEND to receive a twenty-five dollar credit towards your purchase of The Bed plus free shipping in the continental U.S. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin shares the toe cracking tale of Maggie & Kate Fox of Hydesville, New York. Black Business of the Week - America, Goddam https://www.amazon.com/America-Goddam-Violence-Struggle-Justice/dp/0520384490/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=america+goddam&qid=1649199207&sprefix=america+godd%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 Wellness Segment - Good Molecules https://www.goodmolecules.com/products/caffeine-energizing-hydrogel-eye-patches?variant=31512203395172 THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our MONTHLY Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Curology - Curology - Get started on Curology with a free 30-day trial at curology.com/friendzone. Just pay $5 for shipping and handling. Minnesota Public Radio - Join Grace, Amy and their exciting guests for something we all need - a show that focuses on joy. Follow The Antidote wherever you get your podcasts. Tushy - Visit Hello https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus FREE shipping right now! ZocDoc - Go to https://Zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we get in our psychology bag to discuss “Intrusive Thoughts”. What do our most negative and disturbing thoughts say about who and what we really are? Should we be worried or let them fly? We share our thoughts and personal experiences. #TheFriendZone is streaming LIVE tonight at 8pm EST / 5pm PST. Wednesday, March 30th. Are you coming? Join our Patreon to catch the link: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast The Black Business of the Week - Raye Raye x INH https://inhhair.com/collections/raye-raye-x-inh Wellness Segment - https://www.imperfectfoods.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Curology - Curology - Get started on Curology with a free 30-day trial at curology.com/friendzone. Just pay $5 for shipping and handling. Minnesota Public Radio - Join Grace, Amy and their exciting guests for something we all need - a show that focuses on joy. Follow The Antidote wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come through. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Headspace - Try https://www.headspace.com/FRIENDZONE and get one month FREE of their entire mindfulness library. THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO - THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO podcast shows that even though being a kid is hard work sometimes, you can have a lot of fun learning along the way! Listen to THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO wherever you get your podcasts. ZocDoc - Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté found a reddit forum of “Weird Questions” and put us to the test. Black Business of the Week - https://tedlored.com Wellness Segment - https://hivebrowbar.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO - THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO podcast shows that even though being a kid is hard work sometimes, you can have a lot of fun learning along the way! Listen to THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO wherever you get your podcasts. Tushy - Visit Hello https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus FREE shipping right now! Curology - Get started on Curology with a free 30-day trial at https://curology.com/friendzone. Just pay $5 for shipping and handling. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin shares the curious case of Bishop Noel Jones and his longtime “lady friend”. Black Business of the Week - Natasha Nelson https://supernovamomma.com Discount code SUPERBIRTHDAY for 50% off. Wellness Segment - https://twitter.com/HeyFranHey/status/1489062454894030848?s=20&t=clQo0gdWiSD0Ck9ijkLmCw THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Harm Education - https://www.supportharmreduction.org Zocdoc - Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then start your search for a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours. THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO - THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO podcast shows that even though being a kid is hard work sometimes, you can have a lot of fun learning along the way! Listen to THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO wherever you get your podcasts. DoorDash - For a limited time, our listeners can get 25% off and zero delivery fees on their first order of $15 or more, when you download the DoorDash app and enter code FRIENDZONE. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Certified Positive Discipline Educator and Founder of Supernova Momma, Natasha Nelson. We discuss using presence, engagement and mindfulness to drive our parenting choices. More information on Natasha Nelson: Website - supernovamomma.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/supernova_momma Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/SupernovaMomma Twitter - https://twitter.com/SupernovaMomma Conscious Parenting booklist: https://padlet.com/supernovamomma/re746i2dwuur7p4p Black Business of the Week - https://www.jewelcrestjoshuatree.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS STREAMING LIVE ON WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD @ 8 PM EST. Join our Patreon to hang with us https://www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: NAACP Image Awards - Saturday, February 26th at eight seven central on BET: Anthony Anderson hosts the 53rd NAACP Image Awards. This year’s celebration of Black Excellence salutes the best and brightest in film, TV, music, literature, and activism. Nominees include Silk Sonic, Queen Latifah, Tiffany Haddish, Tarana Burke, Misty Copeland, Will Smith, and many more. For updates on special award honorees, performers and more, visit https://www.bet.com Harm Education - https://www.supportharmreduction.org Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come through. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO - THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO podcast shows that even though being a kid is hard work sometimes, you can have a lot of fun learning along the way! Listen to THE ADVENTURES OF CAIRO wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assante asks us (you included) to hold space for the black folks into cosplay and anime. Or at least stop calling them weird? Shades of Cosplay https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWkC4mjPQ1s With "Power," 50 Cent Built His Own MCU-Inspired TV Universe https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/50-cent-power-interview-48702794 Black Business of the Week - https://www.instagram.com/itsallculture_statementjewelry Wellness Segment - https://www.altrarunning.com and https://www.asolo.com/en THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: ZocDoc - Now is the time to prioritize your health. Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. MJ The Musical - If you’re thinking about getting tickets, trust me, do it now! Visit https://mjthemusical.com right now to learn more. Curology - Get started with Curology just like I did with a free 30-day trial at https://curology.com/friendzone. Just pay $5 for shipping and handling. DoorDash - For a limited time, our listeners can get 25% off and zero delivery fees on their first order of $15 or more, when you download the DoorDash app and enter code FRIENDZONE. Hello Fresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/friendzone16 and use code friendzone16 for up to sixteen free meals AND three free gifts! Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin brings some Facebook and LinkedIn drama to the hot button segment. Black Business of the Week - https://ariellesimone.co/shop/theintentionallivingplanner Wellness Segment - https://about.fatmap.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, our inner kids take over the hot button segment as we discuss the many layers of Disney’s “Encanto”. #TheFriendZone is streaming LIVE tonight at 8pm EST. Are you coming?Join our Patreon to catch the link! https://www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week: https://homageyear.com/collections/bags Wellness segment: Fran’s Daily Stretch Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyhnRMeA2v4cicoD3kWrxAexLQNVSgp_t Fran joins New Earth Mystery School with Maryam Hasnaa. Teaching a course on "Conscious Code Switching 2.0" - More information here: https://www.maryamhasnaa.com/conscious-code-switching THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: McDonald’s - This episode of The Friend Zone is brought to you by the McDonald’s “2 for six dollars deal.” Curology - Get started with Curology just like I did with a free 30-day trial at https://curology.com/friendzone. Just pay $5 for shipping and handling. Headspace - However you’re feeling, try HEADSPACE at https://www.headspace.com/FRIENDZONE and get one month FREE of their entire mindfulness library. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Friend Zone is back! We ease into 2022 with a funny shoot the shit episode. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio AND video) plus our NEW Livestream Tour launching 1/26/22: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: This episode of The Friend Zone is brought to you by the McDonald’s “2 for six dollars deal.” Away - Start your 100-day trial and shop the entire Away lineup of travel essentials, including their best-selling suitcases at https://www.awaytravel.com/FRIENDZONE ZocDoc - Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. Door Dash - For a limited time, our listeners can get 25% off and zero delivery fees on their first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter code FRIENDZONE. Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the 2021 wrap-up. Our last episode of the year! We look back at the work we created on the podcast this year and share our favorite and funniest moments. Black Business of the Week: https://skinwins.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden - This episode of The Friend Zone is brought to you by McDonald's, proudly serving communities since 1965. This Is Uncomfortable - This is Uncomfortable is a podcast from Marketplace about life and how money messes with it. Join Host Reema Khrais for a new season diving into money secrets, big and small. Subscribe to This is Uncomfortable wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes out now. Tushy - Give the gift of a clean bum to yourself or your loved ones this holiday season and get 10% OFF plus FREE SHIPPING right now at https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE Postmates - New Customers will get 50% off your first 5 orders of $50 or more when you use code “FRIENDZONE” ZocDoc - Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we're joined by @CallMeLatasha - a black creative at the intersection of Music and the Metaverse. And a trailblazer in the world of NFTs. Feeling confused or left behind by these new digital worlds? Follow along as we break it all down for the ecosystem. Black Business of the Week - https://www.black-gifts.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: McDonald’s Black and Positively Golden - This episode of The Friend Zone is brought to you by McDonald's, proudly serving communities since 1965. This Is Uncomfortable - This is Uncomfortable is a podcast from Marketplace about life and how money messes with it. Join Host Reema Khrais for a new season diving into money secrets, big and small. Subscribe to This is Uncomfortable wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes out now. Tushy - Give the gift of a clean bum to yourself or your loved ones this holiday season and get 10% OFF plus FREE SHIPPING right now at https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE Headspace - Find some Headspace at https://www.headspace.com/FRIENDZONE and get one month FREE of their entire meditation library. Honey - Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - Black Doula Services https://www.instagram.com/_elizabethsdaughters THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: McDonald’s - This episode of The Friend Zone is brought to you by the McDonald's 123 Dollar Menu. Ritual - Right now Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE and turn healthy habits into a Ritual. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week’s episode of #TheFriendZone is brought to you by Target. Dustin and Assanté left their homes in their early 20s (Detroit + Atlanta) in pursuit of their dreams. Fran left her home in her late 30s (NYC) in pursuit of peace. We'll share what leaving home is like - from deciding where to go, to what to take and what to leave. Moving trucks. Finding homes in unfamiliar cities and neighborhoods. Finding work. Leaving old friends and loves. Leaving family. Making new friends. And starting life from scratch as an adult in a new city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Assanté walks us through physical, augmented and virtual realities and what it means for the quality of our lives. Are you signing up for the Metaverse? Black Business of the Week - https://www.maryamhasnaa.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: McDonald’s - This episode of The Friend Zone is brought to you by the McDonald's 123 Dollar Menu. MJ The Musical - Performances begin December 6th at the Neil Simon Theatre in the heart of New York City. Get more info and tickets at https://mjthemusical.com Talkspace - Match with a licensed therapist when you go to https://www.talkspace.com and get one hundred dollars off your first month with the promo code ZONE. Tushy - Give the gift of a clean bum to yourself or your loved ones this holiday season and get 10% off plus FREE SHIPPING right now at https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE Target - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit https://www.target.com/BLACKBEYONDMEASURE to learn more. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin walks us through the Amanda Knox true crime story in Italy. Black Business of the Week - Hey Fran Hey & Maryam Hasnaa’s Embodiment Collection is back on 11/11 - https://www.etsy.com/listing/696314268/embodiment-box-resonance-apothecary-and THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: The Friend Zone x Target x AfroPunk - Hey y’all! We’re hosting a special video event sponsored by Target, talking all about the artists and performances from the Uncontained stage at Afropunk Atlanta. Make sure you tune in Thursday, November 11th, to check it out! It’s one day only, so mark your calendar for 11-11 and we’ll see you then at AfropunkRewind.com. Marketplace’s This Is Uncomfortable Podcast - Subscribe to This is Uncomfortable wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes out now. Honey - If you don’t already have Honey, you could be straight up missing out on free savings. It’s literally FREE and installs in a few seconds. And by getting it, you’ll be doing yourself a solid and supporting this podcast. Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE Hello Fresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/friendzone14 and use code friendzone14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts! ZocDoc - NOW is the time to prioritize your health. Go to https://www.zocdoc.com/FRIENDZONE and download the Zocdoc app to sign-up for FREE and book a top-rated doctor. Target - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit https://www.target.com/BLACKBEYONDMEASURE to learn more. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week’s episode of #TheFriendZone is brought to you by Target. We discuss our college experiences; the pressures of standardized testing, college advisors, the application process and college visits. We share the factors that contributed to our final decisions - finances, parents, distance, etc. How it felt adjusting during the first semester. Living with roommates. Working odd jobs to make ends meet. Early morning classes. Managing your social life and grades. And trying to juggle your old life with your newfound life as a college kid. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we discuss whether or not upward mobility is an illusion. Can you really ever “make it” in a system not designed for you? In a system that rewards your ability to assimilate and comply. Playing the game. Selling out. Respectability politics. Survivor’s Guilt. We share our perspectives and experiences. Black Business of the Week - https://talleyandtwine.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Marketplace’s This Is Uncomfortable Podcast - Subscribe to This is Uncomfortable wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes out now. Tushy - Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% OFF PLUS FREE SHIPPING. Quip - Start getting rewards for brushing your teeth today, go to https://www.getquip.com/FRIENDZONE to save $10 on a quip Smart Electric Toothbrush Sponsored Target Segment - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit https://www.target.com/BLACKBEYONDMEASURE to learn more. Netflix’s Okay Now Listen podcast - Okay, Now Listen is a podcast from Netflix and Strong Black Lead. Hosted by culture queens Scottie Beam and Sylvia Obell, these best friends talk openly and honestly and about what’s on their minds, what they’re binging, and what’s blowing up their timelines. New episodes drop every other Thursday. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and follow @strongblacklead on social for updates. Ana Luisa Jewelry - Treat yourself or get a gift for your loved ones at https://www.analuisa.com/friendzone and use the code friendzone to get 10% off. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A bonus episode of #TheFriendZone in partnership with Target. We discussed the best emerging artists at AfroPunk over the years. Favs we were excited to experience in person. Top hair, makeup and fashion moments. Our meet + greets. Most memorable experiences overall. And we curate our dream AfroPunk cities, lineups and stage sets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s5-ep1-reunited-okay/id1164485579?i=1000539585283 THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Marketplace’s This Is Uncomfortable Podcast - Subscribe to This is Uncomfortable wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes out now. Postmates - For a limited time, Postmates is giving our listeners a little something. New Customers will get 50% off your first 5 orders of $50 or more when you use code “FRIENDZONE” Sponsored Target Segment - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit https://www.target.com/BLACKBEYONDMEASURE to learn more. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté talks Jeff Bezos vs Elon Musk and the Billionaire Space Race. Black Business of the Week - https://goodfeetscleaningcompany.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit https://www.target.com/black-beyond-measure to learn more. Sunday II Sunday - Get your own workout hair routine today with 15% off your first purchase. Visit https://mysunday2sunday.com and use code FRIENDZONE. Sunday II Sunday is also available online at Sephora and Ulta.com Marketplace's This is Uncomfortable Podcast - This is Uncomfortable is a podcast from Marketplace about life and how money messes with it. Join Host Reema Khrais [Ree-mah Cray-sss] for a new season diving into money secrets, big and small. We all have money secrets -some are private - the kind of secret that stays in the family...And then there are big, societal secrets that dictate our day-to-day existence in ways we don’t even realize. Subscribe to "This is Uncomfortable" wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes out now. Ritual - Right now Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE and turn healthy habits into a Ritual. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin shares his favorite and most ridiculous #AITA (Am I The Asshole) posts from Reddit. Black Business of the Week - https://www.amazon.com/Lose-Thoughts-Keep-Mind-Overthinking-ebook/dp/B09F57CP8M THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Target - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit https://www.target.com/black-beyond-measure to learn more. Talkspace - Match with a licensed therapist when you go to https://www.talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with promo code ZONE. Tushy - Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% OFF PLUS FREE SHIPPING. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - https://www.zeninajar.com/collections/featured-collection/products/the-home-box-featuring-jade THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Sunday II Sunday - Get your own workout hair routine today with 15% off your first purchase. Visit mysunday2sunday.com and use code FRIENDZONE. Sunday II Sunday is also available online at Sephora and Ulta.com Target - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit www.target.com/black-beyond-measure to learn more. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - https://expeditionsubsahara.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Honey - Get all the promo codes Honey can find at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE Quip - Start getting rewards for brushing your teeth today, go to https://www.getquip.com/FRIENDZONE to save $10 on a quip Smart Electric Toothbrush Sunday II Sunday - Get your own workout hair routine today with 15% off your first purchase. Visit https://mysunday2sunday.com and use code FRIENDZONE. Sunday II Sunday is also available online at Sephora and Ulta.com Headspace - That’s https://www.headspace.com/FRIENDZONE for a FREE one-month-trial with access to Headspace’s full library of meditations for every situation. Target - Celebrate your legacy. Invest in the future. Together, we are Black Beyond Measure. Visit https://www.target.com/black-beyond-measure to learn more. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Assante takes us on a wild ride of what-ifs, as we re-imagine things in Black. Black Business of the Week - “That Girl Lay Lay” - Premiering Thursday, September 23rd on Nickelodeon. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Sunday II Sunday - Get your own workout hair routine today with 15% off your first purchase. Visit https://mysunday2sunday.com and use code friendzone. Sunday II Sunday is also available online at Sephora and Ulta.com. McDonald’s - Check out the McDonald's two for six dollars deal. Get any of your two favorites for only six dollars: like a Big Mac sandwich, Filet-O-Fish sandwich, Quarter Pounder with Cheese sandwich or 10 piece chicken McNuggets. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin takes us through a very random news cycle to get our opinions on the state of the world. Black Business of the Week - https://www.instagram.com/iamcrownedclothing THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Tushy - Start washing with a TUSHY bidet for a BETTER clean. Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus free shipping. Talkspace - Match with a licensed therapist when you go to https://www.talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with promo code ZONE. Hello Fresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/friendzone14 and use code friendzone14 for up to 14 free meals, including free shipping. Ritual - Right now Ritual is offering listeners 10% off your first three months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE and turn healthy habits into a Ritual. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Sean Famoso, Co-Founder of Atlanta-based Music Label and Artist Management Company - Love Renaissance (LVRN). Home to Summer Walker, Shelley FKA DRAM, 6LACK and DVSN, to name a few. We discuss the process of having a big dream and seeing it through without funding, building a business-model at the intersection of mental health and creativity, learning to work with artists experiencing anxiety and depression, the paradox of choice - and much much more. Find Sean Famoso online: Twitter - @SeanFamoso https://twitter.com/SeanFamoso Instagram - @SeanFamoso https://www.instagram.com/seanfamoso Follow LVRN: Twitter - @lvrn https://twitter.com/lvrn Instagram - @lvrngram https://www.instagram.com/lvrngram Black Business of the Week - https://www.italeisure.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsor: Native - Go to https://www.nativedeo.com/friend or use promo code friend at checkout for 20% off your first order. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast THE FRIEND ZONE SUMMER MERCH SALE - Get 20% off using code FRIEND at https://shopfriendzone.com Black Business of the Week - https://www.theblackcowgirl.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Sleeper - Download Sleeper for the best fantasy sports experience available. See for yourself why millions have made Sleeper the fastest growing fantasy platform. If you’re new to fantasy sports, try out Sleeper’s new matchmaking feature to find a league and get started. Honey - Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com ShipStation - Ship more in less time. Just use my offer code FRIENDZONE to get a 60-day free trial. Just go to https://www.shipstation.com, click on the microphone at the top of the page and type in FRIENDZONE. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Assante is nice and settled into his new apartment, and asks us questions about our experiences with the different homes we’ve lived in throughout our lives. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast THE FRIEND ZONE SUMMER MERCH SALE - Get 20% off using code FRIEND at https://shopfriendzone.com Black Business of the Week - Black Woman Owned Dispensary in Crenshaw https://www.gorillarxwellness.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Sunday II Sunday - Get your own workout hair routine today with 15% off your first purchase. Visit https://mysunday2sunday.com and use code friendzone. Sunday II Sunday is also available online at Sephora and Ulta.com. Sleeper - Download the Sleeper app for the best fantasy sports experience available. If you already play fantasy sports, see for yourself why millions have made Sleeper the fastest growing fantasy platform. If you’re new to fantasy sports, try out Sleeper’s new matchmaking feature to find a league and get started. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we step into the Crime Zone. Dustin shares the story of Toby Dorr and her infamous Lansing Prison Break. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast THE FRIEND ZONE SUMMER MERCH SALE - Get 20% off using code FRIEND at checkout - https://shopfriendzone.com Black Business of the Week - https://www.harlemgrown.org Thank you to our Sponsors: Sleeper - If you’re new to fantasy sports, try out Sleeper’s new matchmaking feature to find a league and get started. Ritual - Get key nutrients without the B.S. Ritual is offering listeners 10% off during your first three months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE to start your Ritual today. Nurx - You deserve to live a migraine-free life. Go to nurx.com to get started https://www.nurx.com Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we get into our psych bag. We tap into the public lives of Naomi Osaka, Simone Biles and Tiger Woods to discuss whether being “the best”, in any field, is worth the cost of your mental health. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://michelefoods.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Ben & Jerry’s - Check out Ben & Jerry’s new Non-Dairy options, as well as the whole Non-Dairy family at https://www.benjerry.com Curology - Go to https://curology.com/friendzone for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling. Native - Stay fresh and stay clean with Native by going to https://www.nativedeo.com/friend or use promo code friend at checkout to get 20% off your first order. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week: https://www.motherlandcookingxperience.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Shipstation - That’s 2 months FREE of no-hassle, stress-free shipping. Just go to https://www.shipstation.com, click on the microphone at the top of the page and type in FRIENDZONE. Nurx - You deserve to live a migraine-free life. Go to https://www.nurx.com to get started. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another bonus episode of #TheFriendZone sponsored by Target. This one is a listener production! You sent in the questions and we recorded the answers. Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by the one and only - Dawn Richard. We talk about the challenges of being an independent artist, what inspires her creations, Danity Kane, Diddy Dirty Money, The Encore on BET and so much more. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - State of Black Music Podcast brought to you by The National Museum of African American Music in partnership with The City of Nashville: Hosted by Claude Kelly & Chuck Harmony https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/state-of-black-music/id1573994539 Thank you to our Sponsors: Headspace - You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to https://www.headspace.com/FRIENDZONE for a free ONE-MONTH trial with access to Headspace’s full library of meditations for every situation. Honey - Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE Nurx - You deserve to live a migraine-free life. Go to https://www.nurx.com to get started. Talkspace - Match with a licensed therapist when you go to https://www.talkspace.com. Get one hundred dollars off your first month with the promo code ZONE. Target - This week’s Black Business of The Week is presented by Target. Target invests in building a legacy of success. Let’s rise together. Discover more at https://www.target.com/black-beyond-measure Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - https://discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.