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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.

A bonus episode of #TheFriendZone in partnership with Target. We share our favorite childhood memories of Black Summers in Harlem, Detroit and Atlanta. Don't forget to join us tomorrow, Saturday, July 24th from 6-8pm EST as we livestream our Family Reunion Cookout. Food, music, a Q&A and so much more. A The Friend Zone x Gettin' Grown experience in partnership with @Target. Livestream here: www.youtube.com/LoudSpeakersNetwork 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 tells us a wild ass story about a 19th century Scam Goddess named Big Bertha Haymen. 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 Join us on Saturday, July 24th from 6-8pm EST as we livestream our Family Reunion Cookout. Food, music, a Q&A and so much more. A The Friend Zone x Gettin' Grown experience in partnership with @Target. Livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/LoudSpeakersNetwork Black Business of the Week - Imani Miller Designs https://www.imanimiller.com Thank you to our Sponsors: BET+ presents First Wives Club Season 2. Now Streaming. 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 Stitch Fix - Get started today at https://www.stitchfix.com/FRIENDZONE and you’ll get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix. Ritual - Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off during your first three months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE to start your Ritual today. Harper Wilde - Go to https://harperwilde.com/friendzone today so you can get 20% off your first purchase. 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/BlackBeyondMeasure 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 Kia Miakka Natisse - co-host of NPR’s Invisibilia podcast. We discuss having deep faith in every chapter of your winding road, even when it feels like you can’t see where you’re going. 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.blkbrwn.com/bookstore Thank you to our Sponsors: This week’s Black Business of The Week is presented by Target. Let’s rise together. Discover more at https://www.target.com/c/black-beyond-measure Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their ever-growing library consists of 4K/HD footage, After Effects and Premiere Pro templates, music, images, sound effects, and more. Storyblocks’ Re:Stock initiative is here to change the landscape of stock media by partnering with BIPOC and LGBTQI+ creators. Their Queer Spaces & Faces initiative will feature 6 new contributors from the LGBTQI+ community, each creating a collection that features their community authentically and relatably. Explore their library and subscribe today at https://www.storyblocks.com/FRIENDZONE Native - Stay fresh, stay clean with Native by going to https://www.nativecos.com/FRIEND or use promo code friend at checkout. Get 20% off your first order. Hello Fresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/friendzone14 and use code friendzone14 for up to 14 free meals 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. 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 - Noieory Botanix: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Noieory?ref=search_shop_redirect Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their ever-growing library consists of 4K/HD footage, After Effects and Premiere Pro templates, music, images, sound effects, and more. Storyblocks’ Re:Stock initiative is here to change the landscape of stock media by partnering with BIPOC and LGBTQI+ creators. Their Queer Spaces & Faces initiative will feature 6 new contributors from the LGBTQI+ community, each creating a collection that features their community authentically and relatably. Explore their library and subscribe today at https://www.storyblocks.com/friendzone Hello Fresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/friendzone14 and use code friendzone14 for up to 14 free meals plus free shipping. Curology - Go to https://curology.com/friendzone for a free 30-day trial, just pay for shipping and handling. 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, Assanté pulls random ice breaker-style questions from a Reddit forum. Black Business of the Week - Enkel’s Barbershop https://www.instagram.com/enkelsbarbershop/?hl=en Thank you to our Sponsors: National Domestic Workers Alliance - Sunstorm is a new podcast hosted by Alicia Garza and Ai-jen Poo, two of the leading organizers in America, about how we help each other stay joyful and powerful amidst the chaos of life today. Subscribe to Sunstorm wherever you're listening to this show. 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 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. Honey - https://www.joinhoney.com Sponsored ‘Black Business Of The Week’ segment - Target - Let’s rise together. Discover more at https://www.target.com/c/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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin has a wild ride of a Crime Zone story for us. Black Business of the Week - https://www.mcbridesisters.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: Little Rock - Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock. Plan your visit today at https://www.littlerock.com National Domestic Workers Alliance - Ai-jen and Alicia talk to their friends and heroes about inspirations, finding your center, and what each one of us can do to make the changes we want to see in the world. Subscribe to the Sunstorm Podcast wherever you're listening to this show! DoorDash - Code FRIENDZONE for 25% off your first order with DoorDash. Subject to change, terms apply. Harper Wilde - Go to https://harperwilde.com/friendzone today so you can get 20% off your first purchase — because the only thing better than a comfortable bra is getting a discount just for being a listener of The Friend Zone. Lord Jones - Go to https://lordjones.com/FRIENDZONE to get 25% off your first order. Dame Products - Go to https://www.dameproducts.com/friendzone today, and get 10% off with code 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, we’re joined by Grammy Nominated recording artist, CHIKA. We discuss how she got her big break, staying grounded while famous, her presence in the industry and much more. Black Business of the Week - Shop EHM http://www.shop-ehm.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: Cricket Wireless - Join Cricket Wireless this June in celebrating the unshakable spirit of HBCU music programs during Black Music Month. Because HBCU marching bands are showstoppers from the word go. They are a force of nature, and a force for good. They raise the bar and expectations every single time they set foot onto a field. They are not the marching band next door. They are the epitome of poetry in motion. And just like Black Music, they are unstoppable. Cricket Wireless. Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their ever-growing library consists of 4K/HD footage, After Effects and Premiere Pro templates, music, images, sound effects, and more. Explore their library and subscribe today at https://www.storyblocks.com/friendzone. National Domestic Workers Alliance - Sunstorm is a new podcast hosted by Alicia Garza and Ai-jen Poo, two of the leading organizers in America, about how we help each other stay joyful and powerful amidst the chaos of life today. Subscribe to Sunstorm wherever you're listening to this show! 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 Stitch Fix - Get started today at https://www.stitchfix.com/FRIENDZONE and you’ll get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix! Ritual - Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE to start your Ritual today. Ritual is offering my listeners ten percent off during your first three months. 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 wants to come 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 - Justina Blakeney’s The Jungalow x Target Collection 6/29 https://www.target.com/c/opalhouse-designed-with-jungalow/-/N-6caeo?lnk=snav_rd_jungalow Thank you to our Sponsors: Buttah Skin - Go to https://www.buttahskin.com to get the glowing, even skin tone you've always wanted. Use code "FRIENDZONE" at check out to get 20% off the Supreme Skincare Kit. Little Rock - Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock. Plan your visit today, at https://www.littlerock.com Native - Stay fresh, stay clean with Native by going to https://www.nativecos.com/friend or use promo code friend at checkout and get 20% off your first order. Dame - Go to https://www.dameproducts.com/friendzone today and get 10% off with code 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 teaches us about black slang and culture within American Sign Language. 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 - 180 Black Owned Businesses https://nymag.com/strategist/article/black-owned-businesses-support-shop.html Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their ever-growing library consists of 4K/HD footage, After Effects and Premiere Pro templates, music, images, sound effects, and more. Tushy - Give the gift of a clean butt. Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus free shipping. Door Dash - Don’t forget, that’s code FRIENDZONE for 25% off your first order with DoorDash. Subject to change, terms apply. Talkspace - To match with a licensed therapist today, go to https://www.talkspace.com. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show. 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin brings up the science of our internal monologue and the fact some people don’t…have one? 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://legalgreens.net Thank you to our Sponsors: Little Rock CVB - Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock. Plan your visit today at https://www.littlerock.com Nurx - Go to https://www.nurx.com or download the NurX app to get started today! Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. Stitch Fix - Get started today at https://www.stitchfix.com/FRIENDZONE and you’ll get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix! Ana Luisa - 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 Ritual - Get key nutrients without the B.S. Ritual is offering my listeners ten percent off during your first three months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE to start your Ritual today. Planned Parenthood - Visit https://www.plannedparenthood.org/be-seen to learn more about how Planned Parenthood is here to see you become who you will be. Showtime - Flatbush Misdemeanors - In Flatbush Brooklyn, there’s always something going down and we’ll laugh-out-loud watching these two friends try to manage...one failure at a time. Flatbush Misdemeanors is now streaming – only on Showtime 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 jump into our mental health bag. Why are we able to speak up in certain boundary-crossing situations while totally freezing up in others? We dissect our thoughts and experiences. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images): www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://www.cleannthingz.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their ever-growing library consists of 4K/HD footage, After Effects and Premiere Pro templates, music, images, sound effects, and more. Explore their library and subscribe today at https://www.storyblocks.com/friendzone Hey Street Books - Live Free - Oprah Winfrey says DeVon Franklin is “a different kind of spiritual teacher for our times.” LIVE FREE: EXCEED YOUR HIGHEST EXPECTATIONS, is available now in hardcover, audiobook, and e-book. Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. 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 Dame Products - Dame Products is a woman-owned sex toy company making the next generation of vulva-tested, vulva-approved vibrators. Go to https://www.dameproducts.com/friendzone today, and get 10% off with code friendzone. Headspace - You deserve to feel happier and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to https://www.headspace.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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourself. 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: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their ever-growing library consists of 4K/HD footage, After Effects and Premiere Pro templates, music, images, sound effects, and more. Explore their library and subscribe today at https://www.storyblocks.com/friendzone Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. Little Rock - Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock. Plan your visit today, at https://www.littlerock.com 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. Native - That’s https://www.nativecos.com/friend or use promo code friend at checkout for twenty percent off your first order Hello Fresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/friendzone12 and use code friendzone12 for 12 free meals, including free shipping. 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Assanté brings the mental health pros and cons of Reality TV to the Hot Button Segment. 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.sis.artsupply.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. Talkspace - To match with a licensed therapist today go to https://www.talkspace.com. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show. Warby Parker - Try 5 pairs of glasses at home for free at warbyparker.com/friendzone. Ana Luisa Jewelry - Go to https://www.analuisa.com/FRIENDZONEMD to treat yourself and your loved ones and use code FRIENDZONEMD to get 15% 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we step into the Crime Zone. Dustin brings the Last Supper of Lucien and Olivier to the Hot Button. 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 - Euphoria Eats - Hemp infused Sweet BBQ and Louisiana Hot Sauce https://euphoriaeatsco.com Wellness Segment - Lynn Aker Massage https://www.thumbtack.com/or/portland/massage/lynn-aker-massage/service/340553554168324326 Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. Little Rock CVB - If you’re big on Black culture, you’re big on Little Rock. Home to dozens of Black-owned businesses and restaurants and six sites on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail, Little Rock is the perfect spot for your next vacation. Plan your visit today at https://www.littlerock.com Ana Luisa Jewelry - Go to https://www.analuisa.com/FRIENDZONEMD to treat yourself and your loved ones. Use our code FRIENDZONEMD to get 15% off. Flex Fits - Go to https://flexfits.com/friend and use code friend for 20% off Flex Disc Starter Kits—or 10% off your first Flex Cup—PLUS free U.S. 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we have New York Times Best Selling author and financial expert, Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche, to help us get good with money. 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://thenubamboo.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. 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. Tushy - Give the gift of a clean butt. Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% OFF plus free shipping. Chime - Chime is a financial technology company. Banking services provided by The Bancorp Bank or Stride Bank, N.A.; Members FDIC. Eligibility requirements and overdraft limits apply. Overdraft only applies to debit card purchases. Limits start at $20 and may be increased up to $100 by Chime. Early Direct Deposit depends on the payer. Out-of-Network cash withdrawal fees apply. Third-party and cash deposit fees may apply. Go to https://www.chime.com/FZ for details. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Discord - TBA 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 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: https://www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - Dr. Tykeia Robinson’s DMX Tribute https://t.co/SXAZf52yOn?amp=1 Thank you to our Sponsors: Little Rock CVB - Home to dozens of Black-owned businesses and restaurants and six sites on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail, Little Rock is the perfect spot for your next vacation. Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock. Plan your visit today, at https://www.littlerock.com Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. Tushy - This is a special offer for our listeners, go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE for 10% off Honey - Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE Native - Make the switch to Native TODAY by going to https://www.nativecos.com/friend, or use promo code friend at checkout and 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 - TBA 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 NY’s Cannabis legalization to the Hot Button, where we discuss our highs and lows with Miss Mary Jane. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 new spin-off shows (with audio AND video) and our new Live Stream Tour: https://www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://zachandzoe.co Wellness Segment - Black Girl Sunscreen - https://www.blackgirlsunscreen.com Thank you to our Sponsors: The Turn On Podcast - The Turn On explores the ins and outs of having sex while Black. Every Wednesday, the hosts—two Black women who have been best friends forever—read sexy erotica, then have real, hilarious convos about the places where sex meets the rest of our lives, from race to politics to wellness. Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. Talkspace - As a listener of this podcast, you’ll get $100 off of your first month with Talkspace. To match with a licensed therapist today, go to https://www.talkspace.com Flex Fits - Go to https://flexfits.com/friend and use code friend for 20% off Flex Disc Starter Kits—or 10% off your first Flex Cup—PLUS free U.S. shipping! Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast 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 a clip from Love & Marriage Huntsville to discuss the larger conversation of homophobia in the black community. Black Business of the Week - Tiffany Aliche’s “Get Good With Money” https://getgoodwithmoney.com Wellness Segment - Fran’s #ReadToSleep Challenge http://bit.ly/franRTS Thank you to our Sponsors: Little Rock CVB - If you’re big on Black culture, you’re big on Little Rock. Home to dozens of Black-owned businesses and restaurants and six sites on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail, Little Rock is the perfect spot for your next vacation. Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock. Plan your visit today, at https://www.littlerock.com Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Smile and switch to Cricket. Activation and other fees and restrictions apply. Terms subject to change. See store for details. 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. Netflix’s Okay Now Listen - Okay, Now Listen is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by Scottie Beam and Sylvia Obell, brought to you by Netflix and Strong Black Lead. Join these best friends as they talk openly and honestly about what’s on their minds, what they're binging, and what’s blowing up their timelines. New episodes drop every other Thursday. Soul Cycle - https://www.MySoulCycleBike.com/FRIENDZONE, promo code FRIENDZONE to get a complementary pair of cycling shoes with the purchase of your SoulCycle at-home bike. Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheFriendZonePodcast 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.