The Friend Zone

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.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss Compromise vs Sacrifice in love, family and business. Sean Garrette Skin joins us during the Wellness Segment to discuss preventing and healing Maskne. Black Business of the Week - Black and LGBTQ owned coffee shop in LA https://bloomandplumecoffee.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. 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. New episodes drop every other Thursday. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts. And follow @strongblacklead on all the socials to stay up-to-date. Chime - Join the millions on Chime. Signup takes two minutes, and doesn’t affect your credit score! Apply now at https://www.chime.com/FZ Ritual - Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE to start your Ritual today. American Express - Built To Last is a podcast by American Express that highlights the stories, history, and continued legacy of Black-owned small businesses that shape American culture. As Built to Last uncovers and celebrates past and present stories of Black entrepreneurship in America, we hope to encourage all of our listeners to support these businesses and also the Black-owned businesses in your community. Check out the debut season of Built To Last on Spotify, Apple, YouTube or wherever you get your favorite podcasts. 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, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourself. Black Business of the Week - Jesse Boykins III Merch Shop https://jesseloves.earth (Bonus) Black Business of the Week - Black Stationary Brand https://berootedco.com is now available at Target and on Target.com Thank you to our Sponsors: American Express - Built To Last is a podcast by American Express that highlights the stories, history, and continued legacy of Black-owned small businesses that shape American culture. Check out the debut season of Built To Last on Spotify, Apple, YouTube or wherever you get your favorite podcasts. CBC’s The Block - Canada has a new home for Black music. The Block is a national radio show celebrating hip-hop and the music at its heartbeat. Funk, Soul, Reggae, Afropop, R&B. It’s the music that’s shaped the culture for generations past, present, and future. Hosted by Angeline Tetteh-Wayoe. Weeknights at 7 on CBC Music and the CBC listen app Cricket Wireless - It’s a new year and it’s time for new possibilities and do we ever need them! 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. JUSTEgg - You can find JUST Egg pretty much anywhere – at most grocery stores including Whole Foods, Walmart, and Kroger – and on Amazon Prime Now or Instacart. JUST Egg: a better egg for you and your family. Honey - Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE. HelloFresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/friendzone12 and use code FRIENDZONE12 for 12 free meals, including free 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, Assante brings WandaVision to the Hot Button Segment. Black Business of the Week - A Hood Book Club For Grownups https://withjadeandantoinette.com Wellness Segment - NY Clothing Drive https://stmarysclothingdrive.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. 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. Talkspace - To match with a licensed therapist today, go to https://www.talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get $100 off of your first month and show your support for the show. Flex Fits - Go to https://flexfits.com and use code friend for 20% 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 brings Dr. Seuss gate to the Hot Button. Black Business of the Week - The Black Hair Experience https://www.theblackhairexperience.com Check out Fran’s Sony Music/Broccoli ANTHEMS episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hey-fran-hey-aloneness/id1497573270?i=1000511350155 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. Tushy - Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus free shipping. Magic Spoon - Remember, get your next delicious bowl of guilt-free cereal at https://magicspoon.com and use the code FRIENDZONE to save $5 off. Netflix’s Okay, Now Listen Podcast - New episodes drop every other Thursday. Subscribe now wherever you get your podcasts. JUST Egg - You can find JUST Egg pretty much anywhere – at most grocery stores including Whole Foods, Walmart, and Kroger – and on Amazon Prime Now or Instacart. JUST Egg: a better egg for you and your family. 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, we discuss HBO Max’s “Fake Famous” documentary - an inside look at the multi-billion dollar influencer industry. Black Business of the Week - Boso Kitchen http://www.bosokitchen.com Thank you to our Sponsors: American Express - If you haven’t already, check out the debut season of Built To Last and see host Elaine Welteroth explore how the Black business leaders of our past have inspired today’s Black-owned small businesses. Tune in now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. 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. BirchBox - Join the Birchbox community today by heading over to https://www.birchbox.com/friendzoned and use promo code friendzoned to get 50% off your first box when you subscribe for at least three months. Ritual - Visit https://ritual.com to start your Ritual today. Talkspace - To match with a licensed therapist today, go to https://www.talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show. 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, it’s a shoot the shit episode. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - Black Owned Home Essentials Bundle https://wbbtoo.com/products/5-home-essentials-bundle Thank you to our Sponsors: American Express - If you haven’t already, check out the debut season of Built To Last and see host Elaine Welteroth explore how the Black business leaders of our past have inspired today’s Black-owned small businesses. Tune in now on Spotify, Apple, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. CBC’s The Block - The Block is a national radio show celebrating hip-hop and the music at its heartbeat. Funk, Soul, Reggae, Afropop & R&B. Hosted by Angeline Tetteh-Wayoe. Weeknights at 7 on CBC Music and the CBC listen app 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. 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. JUST Egg - You can find JUST Egg pretty much anywhere – at most grocery stores including Whole Foods, Walmart, and Kroger –and on Amazon Prime Now or Instacart. JUST Egg: a plant-based egg for you and your family. 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 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, Assante takes us down obsolete tech memory lane and makes us feel old af. Black Business of the Week - Oakland Yoga Studio https://www.blacktoyoga.com 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. 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. Talkspace - To match with a licensed therapist today, go to https://www.talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show. Native - Make the switch to Native TODAY by going to https://www.nativedeo.com/friend, or use promo code friend at checkout, and get twenty percent off your first order. Flex Fits - Go to https://flexfits.com and use code friend for 20% 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 brings the “Don’t F**k With Cats” true crime docuseries to the Hot Button segment. Black Business of the Week - Plant-based braiding hair https://rebundle.co Wellness Segment - Finishing Touch Hair Remover https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071KW9GTT/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Fran’s “Attachment vs Authenticity” course at Maryam Hasnaa’s New Earth Mystery School - Sunday, Feb 7 https://www.maryamhasnaa.com/store/p248/Attachment_vs._Authenticity_2.0.html Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket - 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. JUST Egg - You can find JUST Egg pretty much anywhere – at most grocery stores including Whole Foods, Walmart, and Kroger – and on Amazon Prime Now or Instacart. JUST Egg: a better egg for you and your family. Ritual - Ritual is offering our listeners 10% off during your first three months. Visit https://ritual.com/FRIENDZONE to start your Ritual today. 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 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, we discuss the viral Bali twitter thread. Were the young women finessing the system or simply looking for a more easeful life? Let’s discuss. Black Business of the Week - Stamped Marketing https://stamped.stampedelite.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket - 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 - Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus free shipping. Honey - Get Honey for FREE at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE Hello Fresh - Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/FRIENDZONE10 and use code friendzone10 for 10 free meals including free shipping. Native - Make the switch to Native TODAY by going to https://www.nativedeo.com/FRIEND, or use promo code friend at checkout and get 20% off your first order. Walgreens - Right now get 20% off purchases of $30 or more with code ZONE when you order online or use the new Walgreens app. 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.

We’re baaaaaack! Let’s ease into the new year with a catch up/shoot the shit episode. We have A LOT to cover, lord. 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. Headspace - Head to https://www.headspace.com/FRIENDZONE for a FREE ONE-MONTH TRIAL, with access to Headspace’s full library of meditations for every situation. Tushy - Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off plus free shipping Walgreens - Right now, get 20% off purchases of $30 or more with code ZONE when you order online or use the new Walgreens app. 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, we share our 2020 show stats, revisit our favorite episodes of the year and share what changes we’re looking forward to in 2021. Grab some fresh merch for the holidays at ShopFriendZone.com Black Business of the Week - https://thenobo.com Thank you to our Sponsor: Quip - https://www.getquip.com/FRIENDZONE for a free refill Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast Have a GREAT day…and rest of the year :) 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 Assante Smith takeover. We step into The Crime Zone with the unsolved mystery of Lester Eubanks. Black Business of the Week - Plentyfull Brows https://plentyfull-brows.myshopify.com Wellness Segment - https://movingart.com/netflix Thank you to our Sponsors: Hello Tushy - This is a special offer for our listeners, go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE for TEN PERCENT OFF True Botanicals - Get FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF your FIRST purchase at https://truebotanicals.com/FRIENDZONE 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 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.

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This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s another shoot the shit episode. Seasonal blues, Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, Grammy snubs and more randomness. Shop our Merch (available Friday, November 27th at midnight EST) https://www.ShopFriendZone.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Sanvello - What a year 2020 has been. If the holiday season is feeling less like the cherry on top, and more like the straw that broke the camel’s back, Sanvello can help. Whether it’s stress, anxiety, depression, or just general “make this year stop,” Sanvello has the tools to help you feel better. Get tele-therapy, coaching, self-care, peer support, step-by-step guided journeys, and more, all in one app. Plus, your Sanvello journey is customizable to you. Sanvello checks in with how you’re feeling so you can track your emotions and progress over time, and learn what works for you and what doesn’t. You can think of Sanvello as a place to feel better, anywhere, anytime. Plus, it’s covered by insurance for over 40 million Americans and growing. Get free premium access to all self-care content and a trained mental health coach for 2 weeks by visiting https://www.sanvello.com/FRIENDZONE Tushy - Ditch paper products and uncomfortable chafing when you switch to the soothing, cleansing stream of water from a Hello Tushy bidet attachment. AND every Hello Tushy bidet attachment comes with a SIXTY DAY RISK-FREE GUARANTEE and a TWELVE-MONTH WARRANTY. Join MILLIONS of happy HELLO TUSHY customers RIGHT NOW and have a clean butt with every flush. Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get TEN PERCENT OFF. 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, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Brace yourself. Thank you to our Sponsors: Sanvello - Tis the season to be jolly? …for who exactly? If the “most wonderful time of year” actually feels like the most stressful, Sanvello can help. Sanvello has everything you need to manage stress and feel better, all in one app, including teletherapy, coaching, self-care tools, and a community that gets it. Get free premium and coaching for 2 weeks by visiting https://www.sanvello.com/FRIENDZONE. Sanvello. A place to feel better. Wondery’s Jacked: The Rise of the New Jack Sound - The New Jack Swing Sound. You know the songs. Bobby Brown’s “My Prerogative,” Bell Biv Devoe’s “Poison,” Blackstreet’s “No Diggity.” It wasn’t just hit songs, it became a movement that took over music, culture, and style. Wondery and Universal Music Group present Jacked: Rise of the New Jack Sound, hosted by Taraji P. Henson. Jacked tells the story of a group of young musicians from Harlem with a dream to change the world. They used their unique talents to create a revolutionary sound in music, New Jack Swing. Go behind the scenes, and into the recording studio with the movement’s most famous artists as they create groundbreaking songs and forever change American culture. Subscribe to Jacked: Rise of the New Jack Sound on Apple Podcasts. Join Wondery plus in the Wondery App to listen, ad free, right now. Wondery - Feel the Story. Honey - Imagine this: You make a list of the gifts you’re gonna buy for the holidays. And then, someone randomly gives you the money to help buy one. Sound good? Well that’s what Honey is doing - they’re helping pay for ONE MILLION dollars worth of gifts! You’re probably wondering…is this the same Honey that automatically searches for promo codes online? YES, yes it is! With Honey, you can also make a list of all the holiday gifts you want from certain stores, and Honey will email you when the price drops on anything on your list. Just add Honey to your computer, create a free account, and throw some holiday gifts on your Droplist for a chance to win. Honey will randomly select winners and give them the money to help buy something on their list! No purchase necessary. You need a PayPal account to redeem the prize. Only valid in the U.S. Giveaway ends December 21, 2020. Get Honey for free at https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE Native - With the holiday season right around the corner, it’s time to indulge in the sights and sounds and scents of the season. So update your Native collection with their Candy Cane holiday scent, the perfect addition to your daily routine this holiday season. Native deodorants don’t just block odor better, they’re made better, with ingredients you’ve heard of like coconut oil and shea butter. It’s also vegan, and never tested on animals. Native never uses potentially harmful ingredients like aluminum, parabens, sulfates or talc. Their Candy Cane Gift Set makes the perfect gift option, and all Native products are great stocking stuffers for everyone on your list! Native is risk-free to try – every product comes with free shipping within the U.S. PLUS free 30 day returns and exchanges. See why so many people love Native and check out the over 14,000 5-star reviews. Give the gift of Native by going to https://www.nativedeo.com/friend, or use promo code FRIEND at checkout, and get twenty percent off your first order. 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, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We share our 2020 highs, lows and expectations, with some stories and jokes in between. Black Business of the Week - https://www.blackfashionfair.org Wellness Segment - Paradise Resin https://www.etsy.com/listing/519156674/paradise-resin-blend?ref=shop_home_active_47&crt=1 Thank you to our Sponsors: Sanvello - Tis the season to be jolly? …for who exactly? If the “most wonderful time of year” actually feels like the most stressful, Sanvello can help. Sanvello has everything you need to manage stress and feel better, all in one app, including teletherapy, coaching, self-care tools, and a community that gets it. Get free premium and coaching for 2 weeks by visiting https://www.sanvello.com. Sanvello. A place to feel better. True Botanicals - Given what’s going on in the world, self care is vital. True Botanicals’ products can be calming during these stressful times, and they’re delivered straight to your door. Filled with natural and organic ingredients, True Botanicals skin and body products give you results without toxins so you can feel good while working from home. Every True Botanicals formula is MADE SAFE® certified – so it’s made WITHOUT 5,000+ known toxic ingredients. But unlike most nontoxic products, True Botanicals solutions actually work to REPAIR skin issues. True Botanicals worked with researchers at leading universities including Carnegie Mellon and Cornell to develop potent formulas that work BETTER than leading beauty brands. And in both of their independent clinical studiesTrue Botanicals outperformed Creme de La Mer products. Whether you’re looking for an effective anti-aging regime, seeking a sensitive skin safe solution, struggling with acne-prone skin, or anything else, True Botanicals has a natural formulation that will protect and nourish your skin. You’ve just got to try True Botanicals for yourself. Get FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF your FIRST purchase at https://truebotanicals.com/FRIENDZONE ShipStation - The holiday season is here and holiday shoppers are buying more stuff online than ever before. If you're an online seller, are you struggling to keep up? Get your SHIP together with ShipStation. ShipStation is the fastest, easiest and most affordable way to manage and ship your orders. In just a few clicks, you're managing orders, printing out discounted shipping labels, and getting your products out fast - resulting in happier holidays for you and your customers. No matter where you’re selling, ShipStation brings all your orders into one simple interface. ShipStation works with all of the major carriers including USPS, FedEx, UPS and even International - they even offer big discounts on shipping costs and you'll always know that you're getting the best deal. No wonder ShipStation is the number one choice of online sellers. And right now, The Friend Zone listeners can try ShipStation FREE for 60 days when you use offer code FRIENDZONE at https://www.shipstation.com 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, it’s the Dustin Ross takeover. We discuss the relationship dynamics (red flags) witnessed on Tamar Braxton’s latest show, “Get Ya Life”. Black Business of the Week - Tri-State Podcast Studio https://www.oneofoneproductions.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Sanvello - Tis the season to be jolly? ...for who exactly? If the “most wonderful time of year” actually feels like the most stressful, Sanvello can help. Sanvello has everything you need to manage stress and feel better, all in one app, including teletherapy, coaching, self-care tools, and a community that gets it. Get free premium and coaching for 2 weeks by visiting https://www.sanvello.com/FRIENDZONE. Sanvello. A place to feel better. Talkspace - Talkspace is on a mission to make therapy affordable and accessible for all because we all need extra support to feel our best. Talkspace has thousands of licensed therapists trained in over 40 specialities, including anxiety, depression, relationships and more. No matter what, Talkspace will find you the perfect therapist for your goals. Plus, Talkspace is a fraction of the cost of in-person therapy and you can send unlimited messages to your therapist 24/7 and they'll engage daily, five days a week. The bottom line is that we all need someone to talk to. Talkspace wants to give us the support we deserve at a price we can afford. To match with your perfect therapist, go to https://www.talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get one-hundred dollars off your first month and show your support for the show. Hello Fresh - HelloFresh, America’s #1 meal kit, lets you skip trips to the grocery store, and makes home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable. HelloFresh offers convenient delivery right to your doorstep for easy home cooking with the family. And you can save 40% by using HelloFresh versus shopping at your local grocery! HelloFresh offers more than 20 chef-crafted, delicious options every week to help you break out of your recipe rut, try new things, and make any night feel special. There’s something everyone will enjoy, including 20 minute meals, low-calorie, vegetarian, family-friendly recipes and more. The packaging HelloFresh uses to ship your food is almost entirely made from recyclable and/or already recycled content, and HelloFresh’s carbon footprint is 25% lower than grocery-made meals. And HelloFresh is committed to donating meals to those in need - so far in 2020, they have donated 3.5 MILLION meals! Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/FRIENDZONE90 and use code FRIENDZONE90 to get $90 off including free 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, we discuss the HBO 9-part documentary series, “The Vow” - about the NXIVM sex cult. What are the personality traits that make certain people more susceptible to cults? What makes someone a follower? And someone a leader? We share our thoughts and personal experiences. Thank you to our Sponsors: FightCamp - If you’re looking for a workout that keeps you engaged, learning, excited, and motivate — a workout that’s never boring — you’ve got to check out Fight Camp! They provide all the gear and top trainers — it’s everything you need for great workouts. FightCamp brings the boxing gym to you, with a mix of cardio and conditioning for a full-body workout. You get to learn from six highly qualified trainers ranging from a pro MMA fighter and mother of two to a kickboxing world champion. No problem if you’re new to boxing. Their 12-week starter program teaches you the fundamentals of boxing while you get a great workout every time. And there are 400 different workouts. FightCamp offers flexible financing for as low as 0% APR! And right now as a limited time offer, you can try FightCamp for 30 days with their money-back guarantee, just go to https://joinfightcamp.com/ZONE Jenny Life - Ladies, listen up! Not only do men have MORE Life Insurance than women, they have TWICE as much coverage. Jenny Life wants to shrink that gap. It doesn’t matter if you are a working mom, single mom, expecting mom, single, or if your kids are four-legged fur-babies. You still need life insurance. You need Jenny Life! Jenny Life makes it FAST and EASY for women to know their families will be taken care of with life insurance that’s uniquely built for your needs. With Jenny Life, you can get your Life Insurance Policy without bloodwork or unnecessary red tape - and you can do it all online...from your own home. They ask 5 simple questions, curate plans from dozens of A-rated insurance carriers, and give you a personalized, budget-friendly Life Insurance quote in seconds. For example, a healthy 32 year old woman can get a HALF MILLION DOLLARS in coverage for about a $1 a day, without ever stepping into a doctor’s office! Life Insurance is something every woman should have in place. Because every family deserves a secure financial future. Visit https://jennylife.com/friendzone to get a FREE quote right now! Seedlip - Seedlip founder, Ben Branson, aimed to solve the dilemma of what to drink when you’re not drinking. Drawing inspiration from a centuries-old book entitled The Art of Distillation, Ben tinkered in his kitchen with homegrown herbs and a copper still. The ultimate result was a range of uniquely flavored non-alcoholic spirits without alcohol, calories or sugar. Conveniently delivered direct to your door. Topped with a splash of Ginger Ale or Tonic, Seedlip makes crafting adult, non-alcoholic cocktails easy at home. Made from the finest globally sourced botanical ingredients, Seedlip comes in three varieties: The aromatic Spice 94, herbal Garden 108, and the citrus-forward Grove 42. All without alcohol, calories or sugar. As simple as adding a splash of premium mixer or 2 oz. of your preferred expression or challenging your bartending skills to create a more elevated serve. Seedlip enables you to have that evening drink – any night of the week. Delivered direct to your door via https://seedlipdrinks.com. And for a limited time, get 15% off your order by using the code FriendZone15 at checkout. 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, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourself. Thank you to our Sponsors: Honey - These days, it feels like online shopping is the only shopping we really do. Please feel free to share a personal story of how often you shop online and why you love it! That’s where today’s sponsor – Honey – comes in. It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the Internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Honey is basically your online shopping best friend. https://www.joinhoney.com/FRIENDZONE. If Honey finds working codes, it’ll apply the best one to your cart! Honey has found its over 17 million members over 2 billion dollars in savings. Honey supports all kind of retailers, from tech and gaming sites, to fashion brands, to even food delivery. True Botanicals - Filled with natural and organic ingredients, True Botanicals skin and body products give you results without toxins so you can feel good. Every True Botanicals formula is MADE SAFE® certified – so it’s made WITHOUT 5,000+ known toxic ingredients. But unlike most nontoxic products, True Botanicals solutions actually work to REPAIR skin issues. True Botanicals worked with researchers at leading universities including Carnegie Mellon and Cornell to develop potent formulas that work BETTER than leading beauty brands. Whether you’re looking for an effective anti-aging regime, seeking a sensitive skin safe solution, struggling with acne-prone skin, or anything else, True Botanicals has a natural formulation that will protect and nourish your skin. Go to https://truebotanicals.com/FRIENDZONE for 15% off. 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, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We discuss purpose. Is it a concept you buy into? Black Business of the Week - http://www.haremesque.com Wellness Segment - Curl Mix - https://www.curlmix.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Away - Away products are designed to last a lifetime: If any part of your suitcase breaks, Away’s standout customer service team will arrange to have it fixed or replaced. And it gets better: There’s a 100-day trial on everything Away makes. Take the product out on the road. Live with it, travel with it, even get lost with it for 100 days. If you decide it’s not for you, you can return any non-personalized item for a full refund during that period—no ifs, ands, or asterisks. AND Away offers free shipping & returns on any order within the contiguous U.S., Europe, Canada, and Australia. Start your 100-day trial and shop the entire Away lineup of travel essentials, including their bestselling suitcases at https://www.awaytravel.com/friendzone20 BET’s Sistas - Get your snacks for the juicy TWO HOUR season premiere of Tyler Perry’s Sistas! Wednesday, October 14th at 9/8 central on BET. Post as you watch live with hashtag #SistasOnBET. ShipStation - No matter where you’re selling – Amazon, Etsy, your own website – ShipStation brings all your orders into one simple interface. ShipStation works with all of the major carriers including USPS, FedEx, UPS and even International. And right now, The Friend Zone listeners can try ShipStation FREE for 60 days when you use offer code FRIENDZONE at https://www.shipstation.com Quip - With Quip’s new Smart Electric Toothbrush, good habits can earn you great perks — like free products, gift cards, and more. The quip Smart Brush (for adults and kids!) connects to the quip ® app with Bluetooth: Track when and how well you brush, get tips and coaching to improve your habits. Earn points for daily brushing, and bonus points completing for challenges (like streaks). Redeem for rewards (like free products, gift cards, & discounts) from quip and partners. Start getting rewards for brushing your teeth today, and go to https://www.getquip.com/FRIENDZONE, RIGHT NOW, to get your first refill FREE. 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, it’s the Dustin Ross takeover! We discuss open relationships and marriages. Black Business of the Week - Mandii B’s new women’s health subscription service https://www.officialboxowner.com Wellness Segment: Acure Clarifying Shampoo https://acure.com/curiously-clarifying-shampoo.html Rizos Curls - https://rizoscurls.com Curl Mix - https://www.curlmix.com Thank you to our Sponsors: NHTSA - Distracted driving is a serious problem on our roadways leading to the deaths of thousands of people and injuries in the hundreds of thousands each year. When you take your eyes and your focus off the road, even for a second, it can be deadly. Not just for you but for other drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists. Sadly, many Americans use their cell phones while driving. Whether it’s texting, checking emails, scrolling media feeds or any other form of distraction, drivers are putting themselves and others around them at great risk. It’s important to know that 48 states ban texting and driving. Also, 21 states prohibit all drivers from using cell phones while driving. Distracted drivers are not only putting people at risk; they’re also breaking the law. Remember U Drive. U Text. U Pay. Brought to you by NHTSA [NITS-uh] Tushy - The Hello Tushy modern bidet attachment cleans your butt with a precise stream of fresh water for just SEVENTY-NINE DOLLARS. It attaches to your existing toilet - requires NO electricity or additional plumbing - and cuts toilet paper use by EIGHTY PERCENT - so the Hello Tushy bidet pays for itself in a few months. Because, with Hello Tushy, you don’t wipe at all. Ditch paper products and uncomfortable chafing when you switch to the soothing, cleansing stream of water from a Hello Tushy bidet attachment. AND every Hello Tushy bidet attachment comes with a SIXTY DAY RISK-FREE GUARANTEE and a TWELVE-MONTH WARRANTY. Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE to get 10% off. Talkspace - Talkspace online therapy lets you connect with a licensed therapist for a fraction of the price of in-person therapy. Match with your perfect therapist from the comfort of your device and reach out 24/7, whenever something is on your mind. The Talkspace network is composed of thousands of licensed therapists who have experience in over forty specialties. The bottom line is that we all need someone to talk to. Talkspace wants to give us the support we deserve at a price we can afford. As a listener of this podcast, you get one-hundred dollars off your first month on Talkspace. To match with your perfect therapist, go to https://www.talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get one-hundred dollars off your first month and show your support for the show. Fight Camp - If you’re looking for a workout that keeps you engaged, learning, excited, and motivated — a workout that’s never boring — you’ve got to check out Fight Camp! FightCamp brings the boxing gym to your living room. They provide all the gear and top trainers. You get to learn from six highly qualified trainers ranging from a pro MMA fighter and mother of two to a kickboxing world champion. No problem if you’re new to boxing. Their 12-week starter program teaches you the fundamentals of boxing while you get a great workout every time. And there are 400 different workouts — it’s even great for kids. FightCamp offers flexible financing for as low as 0% APR! And right now as a limited time offer, you can try FightCamp for 30 days with their money-back guarantee, just go to https://joinfightcamp.com/ZONE. 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, we discuss The Social Dilemma documentary on Netflix, racist algorithms and brands taking advantage of black creators. Wellness Segment - Blue Light Glasses for Kids https://www.calmoptics.com Black Business of the Week - https://www.instagram.com/marcellelashleykabore 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, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segment. In other words, brace yourself. 15% discount off The Skin Deep Card Game: http://theskindeep.refr.cc/francheskamedina Thank you to our Sponsors: Sanvello - Taking care of your mental health shouldn’t be stressful. And with Sanvello, it isn’t. Sanvello has everything you need to feel better, all in one place, including tele-therapy, coaching, self-care tools, and a community that gets it. Get free access to Sanvello Premium and coaching for two weeks by visiting https://www.sanvello.com and get the support you deserve on your mental health journey. Billie - Meet Billie. They’ve recreated everyday essentials by delivering premium razors and high-performing body care directly to you. No pink tax. No visit to the drugstore. No breaking the bank. Go to My Billie dot com to get their Starter Kit for just $9 - that includes their award-winning razor, two refill blades, and a magnetic holder that keeps your razor safe and dry in between uses. Go to https://mybillie.com/friendzone Seedlip - Seedlip, the original distilled non-alcoholic spirits. Crafted from the finest globally sourced botanical ingredients, Seedlip comes in three varieties. The aromatic Spice 94, herbal Garden 108, and citrus-forward Grove 42. All without alcohol, calories or sugar. Curiously complex flavors make crafting elevated non-alcoholic cocktails easy at home. As simple as adding a splash of premium mixer or 2 oz. of your preferred expression or challenging your bartending skills to create a more elevated serve, Seedlip enables you to have that evening drink – any night of the week. Simply top Seedlip with a splash of your preferred premium mixer, like Ginger Ale, or use as the base for non-alcoholic cocktails. Delivered direct to your door via https://seedlipdrinks.com/uk MacMillan’s Driving The Green Book - For nearly 30 years, the Negro Motorist Green Book helped Black Americans travel safely and with dignity during segregation. In the new podcast, 'Driving the Green Book', from Macmillan Podcasts, broadcaster Alvin Hall and activist Janée (Jan-A) Woods Weber take you on a road trip from Detroit to New Orleans, collecting stories from those who used the guide to survive on the road. Together they explore how much has changed for Black people traveling across America today. You’ll hear heartbreaking stories of the dangers Black Americans faced just to visit family or travel to a new city. But you'll also hear inspiring tales of communities who came together to protect each other and fight for a better life. Listen to Driving the Green Book now on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Brooklinen - Brooklinen was founded in early 2014 by husband and wife duo Rich and Vicki Fulop. They wanted to find beautiful home essentials that didn't cost an arm and a leg. Today, Brooklinen has moved beyond the bedroom to also offer bathroom and life essentials. You can find super plush towels, shower curtains, bathmats, robes and candles to add that extra lavish touch. There is even ultra-soft loungewear making you feel like you never left your bed. Get 10% off your first order and free shipping when you use promo code FRIENDZONE only at https://www.brooklinen.com 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. Remember when we would have random ass ice breakers during the show? They’re back - as a Hot Button segment. Black Business of the Week - https://parisbeautysupplyz.com Wellness Segment - The Skin Deep https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMseH1ZPtQQu-u7EB4ehyyw Thank you to our Sponsors: Hulu’s Woke - Because “keeping it light” isn’t working. Hulu presents Woke, a new comedy series, Inspired by the life and work of artist Keith Knight. Watch as Woke takes an absurdly irreverent look at identity and culture as it follows Keef, an African American cartoonist finally on the verge of mainstream success when an unexpected incident changes everything! Starring Lamorne Morris, Blake Anderson, T-Murph, Rose McIver and Sasheer Zamata. Woke, All episodes Now Streaming exclusively on Hulu. Visithttps://www.hulu.com/series/woke for more. Sanvello - Taking care of your mental health shouldn’t be stressful. And with Sanvello, it isn’t. Sanvello has everything you need to feel better, all in one place, including tele-therapy, coaching, self-care tools, and a community that gets it. Get free access to Sanvello Premium and coaching for two weeks by visiting https://www.sanvello.com/friendzone and get the support you deserve on your mental health journey. Sanvello. A place to feel better. Belif - belif is a K-beauty skincare brand that combines herbal ingredients with Korean skincare science to create an effective and hydrating collection of skincare products. They’re the undisputed authority in hydration and their moisturizer is a staple in any skincare routine. belif’s best-selling moisturizer, Aqua bomb, is a cult-favorite lightweight gel-cream that provides a burst of hydration to skin for a healthy glow. Aqua bomb absorbs quickly into skin making it perfect to prep and prime skin before makeup. Use it in the morning and evening and watch your skin glow. Aqua bomb is available online and in-store at Sephora and Ulta Beauty. Native - Native is made with ingredients you’ve actually heard of like coconut oil, shea butter, and tapioca starch; they never use things like aluminum, parabens, sulfates or talc. Native just released Plastic Free Deodorant made from 100% paperboard and shipped in a plastic-free bag! Switching to an aluminum-free deodorant doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice on odor protection. Native comes in over ten scents, like Coconut and Vanilla, and Lavender and Rose, PLUS rotating seasonals like the Pumpkin Spice Latte collection! Native is risk-free to try, with free shipping within the US and free 30 day returns and exchanges. Do what I did, and make the switch to Native today by going to https://www.nativedeo.com/friendzone or use promo code FRIENDZONE at checkout, and get 20% off your first order. Shipstation - If you’re an e-commerce seller, are you ready to meet the demands of a record-breaking online shopping season? Be ready with ShipStation. ShipStation helps online sellers get orders out quickly, save money on shipping costs and keep customers happy. No matter where you’re selling – Amazon, Etsy, your own website – ShipStation brings all your orders into one simple interface. ShipStation works with all of the major carriers including USPS, FedEx, UPS and even International. The Friend Zone listeners can try ShipStation FREE for 60 days when you use offer code FRIENDZONE. That’s https://www.shipstation.com, then enter offer code FRIENDZONE. Tushy - Ditch paper products and uncomfortable chafing when you switch to the soothing, cleansing stream of water from a Hello Tushy bidet attachment. AND every Hello Tushy bidet attachment comes with a SIXTY DAY RISK-FREE GUARANTEE and a TWELVE-MONTH WARRANTY. Go to https://hellotushy.com/FRIENDZONE for 10% off. 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.

On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we look back at 5 years of The Friend Zone Podcast - the business lessons, personal development and the many ways this show has impacted our lives. Black Business of the Week: Aziza Handcrafted Jewelry https://azizahandcrafted.com Wellness Segment: Bookclub thread https://twitter.com/HeyFranHey/status/1276325375790985219?s=20 Thank you to our Sponsors: Belif - Belif is a K-beauty skincare brand that uses herbal ingredients and Korean skincare science to create effective and hydrating products. Their best-selling moisturizer, Aqua bomb, is a lightweight gel-cream that provides a cooling burst of hydration to skin for a healthy glow. And it absorbs quickly without leaving a sticky residue. It’s always hydrating, always moisturizing, and always aqua. Belif Aqua bomb is available online and in-store at Sephora and Ulta Beauty. Hulu's Woke - Because “keeping it light” isn’t working. Hulu presents Woke, a new comedy series, Inspired by the life and work of artist Keith Knight. Watch as Woke takes an absurdly irreverent look at identity and culture as it follows Keef, an African American cartoonist finally on the verge of mainstream success when an unexpected incident changes everything! Starring Lamorne Morris, Blake Anderson, T-Murph, Rose McIver and Sasheer Zamata. Woke, All episodes Now Streaming exclusively on Hulu. Visit Hulu.com/Woke for more. https://www.hulu.com/series/woke Billie - Go to https://mybillie.com to get their Starter Kit for just $9 - that includes their award-winning razor, two refill blades, and a magnetic holder that keeps your razor safe and dry in between uses. And Billie is out to change more than the way you shave. They just released THREE completely clean must-have products to add to your routine: lip balm, dry shampoo and face wipes. Stock up. True Botanicals - True Botanicals’ products can be calming during these stressful times, and they’re delivered straight to your door. Filled with natural and organic ingredients, True Botanicals skin and body products give you results without toxins so you can feel good while working from home. Whether you’re looking for an effective anti-aging regime, seeking a sensitive skin safe solution, struggling with acne-prone skin, or anything else, True Botanicals has a natural formulation that will protect and nourish your skin. https://truebotanicals.com/friendzone Talkspace - The Talkspace network is composed of thousands of licensed therapists experienced in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and more. Talkspace is secure and private, using the latest encryption technology to keep your information safe. One-hundred dollars off your first month at https://www.talkspace.com, promo code ZONE. Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes our food is more than just food – it’s an integral part of our community. So this year, Discover is giving $5 million to support Black-owned restaurants. To places like Post Office Pies in Birmingham, Alabama. Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah, Georgia. And hundreds more Black-owned restaurants in your local community, all across the country. Learn how you can show your support at Discover.com 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a Dustin Ross takeover. We finally created that reference episode we’ve been talking about. An inside look at our inside jokes. Black Business of the Week - https://www.rhythmandflame.com Wellness Segment - Resources for Lake Charles, Louisiana during the Hurricane Laura crisis. https://givebox.com/swlacenterforhealthservices54062 https://joeldjacob.com/hurricane-laura-relief https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2OEJ6RA7JWNXC/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex Thank you to our Sponsors: Hulu’s “Woke” -Because “keeping it light” isn’t working. Hulu presents Woke, a new comedy series, Inspired by the life and work of artist Keith Knight. Watch as Woke takes an absurdly irreverent look at identity and culture as it follows Keef, an African American cartoonist finally on the verge of mainstream success when an unexpected incident changes everything! Starring Lamorne Morris, Blake Anderson, T-Murph, Rose McIver and Sasheer Zamata, Woke premieres All episodes exclusively on Hulu September 9. Visit https://www.Hulu.com/Woke for more. Ben & Jerry’s - Ben & Jerry’s has three new Non-Dairy Frozen Desserts made with sunflower butter. The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Check out the Ben & Jerry’s sunflower butter lineup, and the whole Non-Dairy family at https://www.benjerry.com Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes our food is more than just food – it’s an integral part of our community. So this year, Discover is giving $5 million to support Black-owned restaurants. To places like Post Office Pies in Birmingham, Alabama. Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah, Georgia. And hundreds more Black-owned restaurants in your local community, all across the country. Learn how you can show your support at https://www.discover.com Hello Fresh - Get fresh, pre-measured ingredients and mouthwatering seasonal recipes delivered right to your door with HelloFresh, America’s #1 meal kit. HelloFresh lets you skip those trips to the grocery store and makes home cooking easy, fun, AND affordable! HelloFresh recipes are easy to follow and quick to make, with simple steps and pictures to guide you along the way. You can save 40% by using HelloFresh versus shopping at your local grocery store – and it’s more convenient, too. HelloFresh offers delicious options every week, including low-calorie, vegetarian, and kid-friendly recipes. Their pre-portioned ingredients mean you’re not overbuying, and their packaging is almost entirely made from recyclable and/or already recycled content. HelloFresh is flexibly designed to fit your lifestyle – easily change your delivery days or food preferences, and skip a week whenever you need. Go to https://www.hellofresh.com/80friendzone and use code 80friendzone to get a total of $80 off your first month, including free shipping on your first box. 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, 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 - Movies In Your Car https://www.moviesinyourcar.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Imani State of Mind - Imani State of Mind is a new podcast that breaks down mental health and wellness in an accessible and approachable way! The show is hosted by Dr. Imani Walker, who’s been practicing as a psychiatrist for over 10 years. And you might know her from the Bravo show Married to Medicine. She equips listeners with the right language and tools to normalize having these open conversations and break down the stigma. It’s so important to remember to take care of ourselves, and we have to keep our minds healthy to keep growing and keep fighting - Imani State of Mind gives us the tools and tips we need to navigate it all. Listen to Imani State of Mind now wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Ben & Jerry’s - The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Their new Non-dairy flavors are the perfect sweet treats for vegans, vegetarians and everyone in between! Check out the Ben & Jerry’s sunflower butter lineup, and the whole Non-Dairy family at benjerry.com Brooklinen - Brooklinen has moved beyond the bedroom to also offer bathroom and life essentials. You can find super plush or ultralight towels, shower curtains, bathmats, robes and candles to add that extra lavish touch. Plus - find silk eyemasks, robes, furniture, art and totes - the final little details that make up your big upgrade. Get 10% off your first order and free shipping when you use promo code FRIENDZONE only at https://www.brooklinen.com Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes our food is more than just food – it’s an integral part of our community. So this year, Discover is giving $5 million to support hundreds more Black-owned restaurants in your local community, all across the country. Learn how you can show your support at https://www.discover.com 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We discuss Cardi + Meg’s WAP and go down memory lane of the most sexually explicit and controversial songs of our time. Black Business of the Week - The Artist Kit https://www.studiothr333.com/shop/theartistkit Thank you to our Sponsors: Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes, food is more than just food – it’s part of our community. So this year, Discover is giving $5 million to support Black-owned restaurants. To places like Back in the Day Bakery. Post Office Pies. And hundreds more! Learn how you can show your support at https://www.discover.com Ben & Jerry’s - Check out the Ben & Jerry’s sunflower butter lineup, and the whole Non-Dairy family at https://www.benjerry.com Talkspace - If you've been waiting months to figure out what your future is going to look like, you're not alone. Between the uncertainty, waiting for answers, and the everyday stressors of work, school, relationships and more - it's a lot to balance. If anything helps reduce stress and anxiety, it's talking things out. Talkspace has thousands of licensed therapists trained in over 40 specialties, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues and more. If you have something specific you want to work on right now, they will find someone right for you. Talkspace is a fraction of the cost of in-person therapy - but with Talkspace, you can send unlimited messages to your therapist and they'll engage with you at least five days a week. To match with your perfect therapist, go to https://www.talkspace.com or download the app. Make sure to use the code ZONE to get $100 off your first month and show your support for the show. True Botanicals - Given what’s going on in the world, self care is vital. True Botanicals’ products can be calming during these stressful times, and they’re delivered straight to your door. Filled with natural and organic ingredients, True Botanicals skin and body products give you results without toxins so you can feel good while working from home. Every True Botanicals formula is MADE SAFE® certified – so it’s made WITHOUT 5,000+ known toxic ingredients. But unlike most nontoxic products, True Botanicals solutions actually work to REPAIR skin issues. True Botanicals worked with researchers at leading universities including Carnegie Mellon and Cornell to develop potent formulas that work BETTER than leading beauty brands. And in both of their independent clinical studiesTrue Botanicals outperformed Creme de La Mer products. Whether you’re looking for an effective anti-aging regime, seeking a sensitive skin safe solution, struggling with acne-prone skin, or anything else, True Botanicals has a natural formulation that will protect and nourish your skin. You’ve just got to try True Botanicals for yourself. Get FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF your FIRST purchase at https://truebotanicals.com/friendzone 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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Dustin Ross takeover. We step into The Crime Zone with the case of a missing Andrew Gosden. Black Business of the Week: Studio Yezi Crowdfunding https://jumpstarter.co.za/projects/sola-the-animated-short Thank you to our Sponsors: Ben & Jerry’s - The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Their new Non-dairy flavors are the perfect sweet treats for vegans, vegetarians and everyone in between! Check out the Ben & Jerry’s sunflower butter lineup, and the whole Non-Dairy family at https://www.benjerry.com Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes, food is more than just food – it’s part of our community. So this year, Discover is giving $5 million to support Black-owned restaurants. To places like Back in the Day Bakery. Post Office Pies. And hundreds more! Learn how you can show your support at https://www.discover.com 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, we discuss Sobonfu Some’s, “The Spirit of Intimacy”. What role does spirit (if any), your life’s purpose and community of friends play in the partner’s you decide to be with? No worries if you haven’t read the book - everything will be explained. Black Business of the Week - Devine Plantery https://www.devineplantery.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes, food is more than just food – it’s part of our community. So this year, Discover is giving $5 million to support Black-owned restaurants. To places like Back in the Day Bakery. Post Office Pies. And hundreds more! Learn how you can show your support at https://www.discover.com Guru - This episode of The Friend Zone is brought to you by the new crime mini-series from Wondery called “GURU: The Dark Side of Enlightenment." Be sure to subscribe on Apple podcasts. Ben & Jerry’s - The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Their new Non-dairy flavors are the perfect sweet treats for vegans, vegetarians and everyone in between! Check out the Ben & Jerry’s sunflower butter lineup, and the whole Non-Dairy family at https://www.benjerry.com Native - Native has ingredients you’ve actually heard of like coconut oil, shea butter, and tapioca starch. It’s also vegan, and never tested on animals. Switching to an aluminum-free deodorant doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice on odor protection. Native will keep you smelling and feeling fresh all day long. With over ten scents, including rotating seasonals: Coconut and Vanilla, Lavender and Rose, Cucumber and Mint, and Citrus and Herbal — to name a few. Native is risk-free to try – every product comes with free shipping within the US. Plus, free 30 day returns and exchanges. Switch to Native today by going to https://www.nativecos.com/friendzone, or use promo code FRIENDZONE at checkout, and get twenty percent off your first order. 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.

On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we're hanging out and shooting the shit. And sad af because we recorded a hilarious episode that was lost this week. Black Business of the Week - Mercy Life Apparel https://www.instagram.com/mercylifeandapparel Thank you to our Sponsors: US Bank - This episode is brought to you by ‘Real Good,’ a podcast by U.S. Bank. When COVID-19 hit, U.S. Bank rushed to help people in need by identifying problems the virus created, and highlighting the intersectional nature of issues our communities face every day. Listen to the stories of those doing good, and those whose lives have been changed forever by their work every Wednesday, starting July 1st. Subscribe to Real Good wherever you get your podcasts. Discover Card Cash Back - Sometimes, food is more than just food – it’s part of our community. So this year, Discover is giving $5 million to support Black-owned restaurants. To places like Rodney Scott’s BBQ. Post Office Pies. And hundreds more. Learn how you can show your support at https://www.discover.com Ben & Jerry's - The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Their new Non-dairy flavors are the perfect sweet treats for vegans, vegetarians and everyone in between. https://www.benjerry.com The Urban Movie Channel - With UMC, experience the best in Black TV and Film without leaving the house! Don’t miss exclusive original series, independent films, and your favorite movie classics, only on UMC! UMC is available everywhere you find your favorite streaming services and new content is added weekly! Visit https://umc.tv and use code FRIENDZONE for an extended 30-day free trial - After that, it’s just $4.99 per month. Brooklinen - When you make your bed in the morning, it starts a chain of daily successes. So, what feels better than making your bed every morning? How about the sheets that go ON it? Go with Brooklinen, Home of the internet’s favorite sheets. Get 10% off your first order and free shipping when you use promo code FRIENDZONE only at https://www.brooklinen.com Follow us online: Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/friendzonepod Facebook - htttps://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.

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assanté Smith takeover. We discuss whether or not 2020 has shifted our concept of time and how that will change our lives moving forward. Black Business of the Week - Seasonings and Rubs https://www.masterflier.com Wellness Segment - Restorative Yoga for Collective Trauma - Yoga by Biola https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFeTH2eox1o&t=1699s Thank you to our Sponsors: US Bank - This episode is brought to you by ‘Real Good,’ a podcast by U.S. Bank. When COVID-19 hit, U.S. Bank rushed to help people in need by identifying problems the virus created, and highlighting the intersectional nature of issues our communities face every day. Listen to the stories of those doing good, and those whose lives have been changed forever by their work every Wednesday, starting July 1st. Subscribe to Real Good wherever you get your podcasts. Ben & Jerry’s - Ben & Jerry’s has three new Non-Dairy Frozen Desserts made with sunflower butter. The Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap this time. Their new Non-dairy flavors are the perfect sweet treats for vegans, vegetarians and everyone in between. Check out the Ben & Jerry’s sunflower butter lineup, and the whole Non-Dairy family at https://www.benjerry.com True Botanicals - Given what’s going on in the world, self care is vital. True Botanicals’ products can be calming during these stressful times, and they’re delivered straight to your door. Filled with natural and organic ingredients, True Botanicals skin and body products give you results without toxins so you can feel good while working from home. Every True Botanicals formula is MADE SAFE® certified – so it’s made WITHOUT 5,000+ known toxic ingredients. But unlike most nontoxic products, True Botanicals solutions actually work to REPAIR skin issues. True Botanicals worked with researchers at leading universities including Carnegie Mellon and Cornell to develop potent formulas that work BETTER than leading beauty brands.- And in both of their independent clinical studiesTrue Botanicals outperformed Creme de La Mer products. Whether you’re looking for an effective anti-aging regime, seeking a sensitive skin safe solution, struggling with acne-prone skin, or anything else, True Botanicals has a natural formulation that will protect and nourish your skin. Get FIFTEEN PERCENT OFF your FIRST purchase at https://truebotanicals.com/friendzone Talkspace - We all have something we’re working on. It could be a career change, finding a partner, or procrastinating less. The hard part isn’t identifying your goals - It’s taking action. Luckily, Talkspace online therapy can match you with a licensed therapist from the comfort of your phone or computer. Receive support and accountability every day to talk through challenges and stay on track with whatever you’re working toward. One month on Talkspace costs about the same amount as a single in-person therapy session. But with Talkspace, you can send unlimited messages to your therapist and they’ll engage with you at least 5 days a week. And, Talkspace is secure and private, using the latest encryption technology to store client information. The bottom line is that we all need to talk sometimes and Talkspace wants to give more the support we deserve, at a price we can afford. As a listener of this podcast, you can get $100 off your first month on Talkspace. To match with your perfect therapist, go to https://www.talkspace.com or download the app. 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.