When Bobby and Danelle first met in 1984 they both were smitten with each other. Even though they were both only 19, they knew that the love they shared was something special. However, their relationship would come to a screeching halt when Bobby's father found out that his son, a white man, was dating a Black woman. Soon after that, Bobby and Danelle separated despite them both still very much in love with the other. In this 2017 interview for the second season of Black Love Doc, Bobby and Dane...
Jul 23, 2021•29 min•Season 2Ep. 3
When actors Gillian White and Michael Jai White first met at a party they knew that they liked each other but neither were ready to pursue a relationship. Instead the two would become friends and would keep in touch throughout the years. In this 2018 interview from the second season of Black Love Doc, Michael shares how an unfortunate experience with a nighttime cold medicine would be the catalyst to their relationship. Plus the couple gives insight into just what made this union special and dif...
Jul 16, 2021•41 min•Season 2Ep. 2
When D.L. first laid eyes on LaDonna he knew that he was going to marry her, but first he had to convince her to talk to him. From their early beginnings working at the LA Times to his rise in comedy and the building of their family, nothing has come easily or without conflict. In this 2018 interview from the second season of Black Love D.L. and LaDonna open up about D.L.'s infidelity, raising their children, and how their commitment to each other has kept them together through it all. ======== ...
Jul 09, 2021•59 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Mike and Robin met each other in their childhoods and neither could stand the other. So how did that turn into a long lasting marriage? In this never broadcast 2017 interview, Robin and Mike share what it was like growing up with each other but never really knowing each other, the MOVE organization, and how Mike's parent's being in prison since he was born affected his parenting. Don't forget to join in on "A Father's Lullaby" with our friends at Shea Moisture Men . Head over to SheaMoistureMen ...
Jun 25, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 20
When is the time to walk away and when is the time to commit? Vanessa knew that she liked Chris, but he wasn't ready to commit. How did their early days of working together blossom into a (at the time) 10 year marriage? In this 2016 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc Vanessa and Chris share their love story and the ups and downs that come with cultivating a successful marriage. Don't forget to join in on "A Father's Lullaby" with our friends at Shea Moisture Men . Head over to She...
Jun 18, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 19
When Melissa and Allessandra first met at Georgetown, they didn't care for each other. Little did they know that their paths were destined to cross again. Years later Allessandra and Melissa would find themselves working for the same non-profit and 6 hours plus 175 questions would (unbeknownst to them) be the beginning of their relationship. From the adjustments that come with being a blended family, to navigating the world (and its legalities) as a same-sex couple, this couple has been through ...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 18
When Gayle first met Louis, she wanted nothing to do with him because he wasn't coming at her right. However after a year of Louis' persistence ( and fixing his approach) Gayle was willing to give him a shot. Who knew then that this couple would be still in love with each other over 50 years later. In this 2017 never aired interview of Black Love, the Wyatts share everything from the meet, to the hard times, and everything in between. ==== Black Love Doc is back and you can catch it every Friday...
May 28, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 16
"When you are in your purpose, things begin to unfold." A 10 dollar contribution started what would lead to a marriage and four beautiful daughters. In this 2016 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc, Hasani and Danielle share the details of how early on in the relationship Hasani's work and travel had Danielle feeling a certain type of way. As Hasani puts it they went from "soulmates, to rolemates, to roommates". Listen in to hear how they got past it and what other tribulations hap...
May 21, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 15
When Andre first met Latoya, he thought his chance was over before it started. In this 2016 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc, the Browns tell us how their chance meeting at work turned into a relationship. How do they keep their relationship strong and what exactly are the "3 Ls"? ==== Black Love Doc is back May 14, 2021 on the OWN Network! Catch up on seasons 1-4 on Black Love+ . Black Love+ is an all new totally free app that gives you all 360 degrees of Black Love. You can fi...
May 14, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Susan and Darrell had a chance meeting over a shared love of antiques. Having met later in life, both Susan and Darrell knew they were headed towards marriage and parenthood. However after their son, Justin, suddenly died Susan and Darrell had to come to terms with what their shared life meant without their son. This 2016 interview from the first season of Black Love is a true testament to the power of love.
May 07, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Diane and Jason first met while working on the reality show "Making the Band" and neither had any intention of dating each other. While their journey starts there, the road to marriage wasn't so simple. What do you do when one person wants to get married and the other is indifferent? How do you address differences in family dynamic? Listen to this 2016 interview with Jason and Diane tell their story (you can pick which version is right) and learn how they navigated those very issues. ----- Black...
Apr 30, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 12
When Donna first met Paul at a summer camp, she didn't realize what was in store for them. Paul, who was 23 at the time, was divorced, and had three kids. The two quickly started a relationship that would be tested for 30 years. From divorce to prison, Donna and Paul's love has been tested time and time again. But it was that love for each other, and their strength in religion that helped them navigate through it. This 2016 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc shows that it's the up...
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this interview from 2016, Akadius and Tamra let us know about the first time they had a real conversation (spoiler alert: they were on a double date with other people!) From long distance to law school, this couple had to put in real work and effort to keep their love strong. Listen as Tamra explains why her wedding, while not her initial vision ended up being a perfect metaphor for marriage. Plus, Akadius tells us how April Fools pranks became a tradition until one of them took it too far (t...
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this 2016 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc, Neil Brown Jr. and Catrina Robinson Brown share how their love story went from a school yard crush to marriage. However, their story wasn't immediately happily ever after. The inexperience of youth tied to the trials and tribulations of infidelity led to a situation where the couple had to buckle down and decide "is this worth it?" ==== Make sure you check out all of the Black Love Podcast Network podcasts! Want to go back and watch...
Apr 09, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this 2016 interview Erica and Warryn Campbell tell us how they first met, and what it was like dating at 20 and 23 versus their relationship at that time. Get insights from the Campbells on the difference of "love" and being "in love". Plus the couple shares their perspectives on what love truly means; from the good to the bad. And how the two found a way to find the love and trust again after infidelity. ==== Want to go back and watch the first season of Black Love Doc? Well you can for free...
Apr 02, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Ashley Chea and Bryan Chea have been through it all. In this 2016 interview from the 1st Season of Black Love we hear how Ashley did everything in her power to not date Chea. Things did not get easier for the pair after they started dating and upon the arrival of their first daughter. Ashley and Chea share how each other's cultures shaped the early formation of their relationship, how navigating each other's family dynamics proved to be a bigger challenge than expected and how they navigated thr...
Mar 26, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Vanessa Bell Calloway and Anthony Calloway were both sure in what they wanted, but both had careers that they had to navigate to try to make everything work. In this 2015 interview from the 1st Season of Black Love we hear from Coming To America's own Vanessa Bell Calloway and her husband Anthony as share how being each other's backbones helped them navigate the tough times, how it takes two to argue, and their advice to young folks in love. --- Want to go back and watch the first season of Blac...
Mar 19, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Welcome to Black Love: The Interviews! When Codie and Tommy sat down with Kelvin and Edwina in 2015, the couple had only been married for almost three years. It would be hard to believe because they were so in tune with each other. There was one thing that stuck out to that Edwina said. That was “to trust God’s timing” and their relationship and this interview shows just that. After all the breakups and getting back together they did, you just have to believe that they made it back to each other...
Mar 12, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Welcome to Black Love: The Interviews! This 2015 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc was one of the standouts of the season. Listen as Shanice and Flex Alexander tell us everything from how they met to how they made it through the toughest time of their relationship. Don't forget to rate review and subscribe so you don't miss a single interview! ---- Want to go back and watch the first season of Black Love Doc? Well you can for free on Black Love+ . It's available on Apple, Android...
Mar 05, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Welcome to Black Love: The Interviews! In this 2015 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc, Aonika Laurent and Sean Patrick Thomas tell us how their relationship almost didn't come to be, how parenthood was almost out of reach, and how they made it through it all in light and love. Don't forget to rate review and subscribe so you don't miss a single interview! ---- Want to go back and watch the first season of Black Love Doc? Well you can for free on the brand new Black Love+ App . It...
Feb 26, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome to Black Love: The Interviews! In this 2015 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc, Tia Mowry-Hardrict and Cory Hardrict invite us to learn about how their love story began, what their relationship has evolved over 15 years, and how being each other's biggest fans have helped hold them together. Don't forget to rate review and subscribe so you don't miss a single interview! ---- Want to go back and watch the first season of Black Love Doc? Well you can for free on the brand ne...
Feb 19, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to Black Love: The Interviews! In this 2016 interview from the first season of Black Love Doc, Viola Davis and Julius Tennon invite us to learn about how their love story began, what being committed in marriage means for them and the greatest lessons learned during their marriage. ---- Don't forget to rate review and subscribe! Connect with us: @blacklove on Instagram @blacklovedoc on Facebook @blacklovedoc on Twitter Don't forget to download Black Love+ App : the go-to destination for a...
Feb 12, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 1
“Black Love,” from filmmakers Codie Elaine Oliver and Tommy Oliver, displays “the other side of love that exists, that no one is showing”. Focusing on real couples from all walks of life and celebrity couples, the docu-series shares honest, emotional and sometimes cringe-worthy always-true love stories. The couples talk about how their relationships began, the road to the altar, life after children and all of the other obstacles they may have faced to make their marriages stronger than ever. For...
Feb 05, 2021•34 sec
