The Friend Zone

Dustin shares his favorite memory on the Brooklyn Bridge. Assante tells us about a rooftop moment with a famous rapper. Fran's commuter love affair off the 6. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week: https://www.firstprioritysecurity.info Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin says mind your own business. Assante doesn't think any of this is real, anyway. Fran is blown by how quickly the phones are coming out. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin thinks it's for publicity. Assante doesn't get why she would bring up a black man. Fran thinks the bigger conversation is celebrity worship. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: http://bit.ly/HFHAfroBeat Black Business of the Week: https://www.weedologytours.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin doesn't think Karma works that way. Assante is mindful of the stories he's imagining. Fran won't bring it into the next chapter. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week: https://www.engineears.org Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin would never. Assante has. Fran is conflicted. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week: Black Owned Beauty Supply in PA - LaLa's Beauty Supply @lalaasssh Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is proud of his friend. Assante wants to make sure he gets put on, though. Fran almost gets him to shed a tear. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin suspends Gayle for 2 weeks. Assante wants to smoke with Oprah. Fran doesn't think the Gucci down to the socks was so bad. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: http://wteqbook.com Black Business of the Week: http://wteqbook.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin's humor gets misunderstood and goes viral. Assante is publicly roasted by a celeb. Fran forgives the girl but still remembers her face. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: http://yeradmi.com Black Business of the Week: https://www.instagram.com/miastreatsdelight Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is in tears talking about a pitbull on the 2 train. Assante's Uber driver had a surprise for him and Crissle. Fran shares her fav parts of "Set It Off" live at Kings Theater. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Summer Reading - Bell Hooks https://www.amazon.com/All-About-Love-New-Visions/dp/0060959479 Black Business of the Week: http://socialnoteapp.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin thinks bumping into his therapist at the club would be endearing. Assante wants to know what happens if you're triggered during a session. Fran wonders can a therapist ever not be a therapist? Welcome to The Friend Zone. For more information go to https://www.vivawellnessnyc.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is oiling up his Louisville Slugger. Irreplaceable AKA Hold Up remembers shopping at Hot Topics. Fran be getting to the money, everybody mad. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Honey Mamas - http://www.honeymamas.com Black Business of the Week: Swimming Caps for high volume hair - https://swimma.co.za Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin wonders what the real deal was between Osho and Sheela. Assante thinks he would've been decked out in red. Fran is...still processing. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: https://buddhify.com for Mindfulness on the go. Black Business of the week: https://www.instagram.com/sznedseries Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin thinks it's pure evil. Assante wants to jump on a plane to experience it for himself. Fran is wondering if it will spread to the rest of the world. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Looking for a new at-home fitness routine? https://www.balletbeautiful.com Black Business of the Week: Sheena Allen's Capway App - http://capway.co Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is in awe of the jewels. Assante is ready to open his 5 accounts. Fran is in the accumulation phase. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Find Tiffany at http://thebudgetnista.com Tiffany's free financial literacy challenge http://www.livericherchallenge.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin puts us on to City Girls. Assante morphs into Alex Treblack. Fran can't believe NAS co-wrote that song. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Keep Your Goals To Yourself - https://www.ted.com/talks/derek_sivers_keep_your_goals_to_yourself Black Business of the Week: Sol Sips - Black Vegan Restaurant in Bushwick, BK http://solsips.us Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin wants to see it with an all black cast. Assante got triggered by the pushy boss. Fran wonders about that bell, though. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: For mood boosting positivity, self-care recipes + inspiring stories - sign up for the Daily+: http://noteworthy.auracacia.com/welcome Black Business of the Week: Keva Miller's "Trill Prep" brand, healthy meal prep website + cookbook for all diets - http://www.feedshine.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin admits his focus has shifted. Assante considers himself the passive version. Fran shares a way to break through. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week: Black Owned Candle Company - https://the125collection.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin asks them to brag about the hits. Assante wants to know about the first splurge. Fran asks the pros and cons of being a millionaire. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - https://www.weirdoworkshop.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin has his own audit for us. Assante thinks he'll be JUST fine in there. Fran won't answer that question. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business Of The Week: http://sweetpotatosoul.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin has never been mean to anyone (lol). Assante prides himself on melting even the coldest of hearts. Fran has an audit for you. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week: https://www.notokapp.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin admits communication can be the most challenging part. Assante sees how issues within the friendship can trickle over. Fran says it should be based on merit, in the first place. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is not understanding how this is legal. Assante says this is exactly why he stays off the internet. Fran just wants folks to be aware it's happening. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: 30-day Yoga Challenge https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene Liforme Yoga Mats https://liforme.com Black Business of the Week: Linen Dolls http://www.harperiman.bigcartel.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin thinks Zendaya should play her. Assante is gonna go with Luke James as a replacement. Fran brings a new health assessment to the table. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Chart https://www.mamanatural.com/great-poop-looks-like Sign up for Fran's online class taking place this Sunday, Jan 28th at 1pm (EST): https://www.maryamhasnaa.com/store/p44/Awakening_Abundance_2.0.html Black writer + director KarynRose's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/christmasinjuly1982 Black Business of the Week: Cafe Con Libros - https://www.cafeconlibrosbk.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin says that's a hard no. Assante is intrigued by that level of expansion. Fran wants you to do it for your health, if for no other reason. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - https://soundcloud.com/hemanwomanhatersclub Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin couldn't do the tight ass pants. Assante finally gave the girl a chance. Fran is untethering, more and more. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment - http://www.buddy-project.org Black Business of the Week - http://blackboyscamp.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin doesn't want to see the doily in your hair. Assante brings out the wrap it up box on sad rap. Fran thinks it's time to retire the leotard...unless you're Beyonce. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Red Palm Oil + Cocoa Butter http://www.sallybeauty.com/on/demandware.store/Sites-SA-Site/default/Search-Show?prefn1=subBrand&prefv1=RDPLM&brandLandingPage=true Black Business of the Week: 6 Native American Owned Brands To Support https://lonedeodorant.com/blogs/news/6-native-american-owned-brands-you-can-support-this-holiday-season-by-giving-these-one-of-a-kind-gifts Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin has 3 major goals set in place for next year. Assante focused on asserting himself this year. Fran shares a challenge she's currently processing and ready to leave behind. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business(es) of the Week - https://appolition.us + http://thegoldenrx.com Happy Holidays and have a dope 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.

Dustin wants to spearhead a crypto craps movement. Assante just wants the Uzi Vert Coin. Fran thinks this is the future...but says don't sell your house for it. Welcome to The Friend Zone. PSAs: Net Neutrality - https://www.savetheinternet.com/sti-home and https://resist.bot Affordable Care Act -(Dec 15th is the last day to sign up for Affordable Health Insurance Packages)https://www.healthcare.gov Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin says take the pill and chill. Assante doesn't trust himself with it. Fran would rather keep it all. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Eucalyptus Oil - https://www.auracacia.com/aura-cacia-eucalyptus-globulus-essential-oil-4-fl-oz Black Business of the Week: Yogiando - Affordable + Bilingual Yoga classes in Washington Heights https://yogiandonyc.wordpress.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin has his own artist in mind. Assante just wants his friends to win all of the awards. Fran gives props to the lesser known. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment - Avocado Oil: https://www.nowfoods.com/beauty-health/avocado-oil Black Business of the Week - Official Black Wall Street (app) https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.obws Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin considers the effects of his work. Assante just wants to create in peace. Fran doesn't like the pressure and judgment it creates. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: https://www.talkspace.com/blog Black Business of the Week: The Sable Collective - https://squareup.com/store/sable-22 Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin says secure the bag. Assante waits on his friends to make referrals. Fran wants to avoid the Ray Krocs of the world. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin, a combination lock and a school bus. Assante and his secret crushes. Fran and her 2 years in Kindergarten. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week: Black Owned and Operated Nail Salon http://bedofnailsnyc.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin won't let you see him sweat. Assante won't give you his blessing. Fran won't compromise. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Lone All-Natural Lavender Deodorant https://lonedeodorant.com Black Business of the Week: Harlem Haberdashery https://www.harlemhaberdashery.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin stops his story halfway through. Assante forgets his lines. Fran gets ice cubes thrown at her face. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Natural Skin Care by Mad Hippie https://www.madhippie.com Black Business of the Week: Black Owned Tea Company https://www.ivystea.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin wants people to be more forgiving of their decisions. Assante remembers buckling under the pressure. Fran doesn't it want it to deter people from pursuing their goals. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - Harlem Brewing Company http://www.harlembrewing.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin defines it as an outward refinement. Assante says it's about how much he has been able to let go. Fran thinks you need to believe it to (truly) see it. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - Christina C Jones: Relationship Goals https://www.amazon.com/Relationship-Goals-Christina-C-Jones-ebook/dp/B075MZ6X71 Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin admits he doesn't research the claims if he doesn't like the person. Assante says getting the jokes off is more important. Fran just wants people to wait for the facts. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment - Breath Ratio Chart: 4 - 1 - 8 - 4 (Relaxing) 6 - 2 - 6 - 2 (Balancing) Black Business of the Week - Catrise L. Austin, D.D.S. (Black Dentist) https://www.vipsmiles.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is still tired of Charity Greenleaf. Assante breaks the chicken spots down. Fran says mmmmm, delicioso. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: High Vibrational Sprays - https://www.etsy.com/shop/ResonanceApothecary?ref=search_shop_redirect Black Business of the Week: Phive Tier Media - https://www.phivetiermedia.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin won't make it his problem. Assante quit and is happier. Fran shows us how to timeline jump. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment - Rose Perfecting Mist https://lonedeodorant.com Black Business of the Week - http://www.twincarepharmacy.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin doesn't even like to bring old things up. Assante sees how it can be used as a manipulation tactic. Fran asks "Who are you without it all?" Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week: Black owned shop with Konjac Sponges: http://honeyandpetals.com Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin lets humor snap him out of imposter syndrome. Assante is trying to figure out the art of quality work with low funds. Fran is on to herself and breaking through. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: https://saluxshop.com + Konjac Sponge Black Business of the Week: Party supplies celebrating children of color - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/craftmyoccasion/party-supplies-celebrating-children-of-color Have a dope day, y'all! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin says hey there, Delilah. Assante is still waiting on that J.C. Chasez album. Fran misses the good ol' days of Reggaeton. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment: Reliable org to donate to for #HurricaneHarvey - https://www.bakerripley.org Black Business of the Week: https://www.pawsandthecitynyc.com Have a dope day, y'all! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is charged up. Assante shares travel hacks. Fran has an app that will keep invoices in check. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment - HeyFranHey x Aura Cacia x Madewell giveaway Black Business of the Week - The Brooklyn Wing House https://twitter.com/BKWingHouse Have a dope day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin is happy to highlight the dynamics of a healthy black family. Assante is curious how having a child changes your view of your parents. Fran wants to give people an inside look into the daily juggle. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - Black catering + meal planning company https://www.jadeofalljades.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin feels budgets + capabilities should be discussed with more transparency. Assante thinks folks need to focus on the experience over profit. Fran wants to be of service without compromising her personal boundaries. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - Mental Health Planner https://www.etsy.com/listing/545683373/ultimate-self-care-planner?ref=shop_home_feat_1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin won't tell you who but he'll tell you when. Assante is definitely open to it. Fran's Krispy Kreme light is back on. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - Solomon's Shield App - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/solomons-shield/id1185686624?mt=8 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin says leave Michelle alone, though. Assante is more concerned with those who mind his. Fran is figuring out the thin line between focus and apathy. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment - https://www.gogreenbottles.com Black Business of the Week - http://www.therapyforblackgirls.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin thinks they're very different situations. Assante understands their need for exposure. Fran thinks integrity should be a priority. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Wellness Segment - Losing Patience Webseries - https://vimeo.com/lpwebseries Black Business of the Week - http://www.rwenshaun.com/lockerroomtalk Bonus - http://www.ubongokids.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dustin feels women lowkey wouldn't want that. Assante is slowly building his own roundtable. Fran just wants someone to step up and create healing spaces for Men. Welcome to The Friend Zone. Black Business of the Week - http://www.besidaonline.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.