Don't act like you haven't thought about it! We love and respect our elders but sometimes...WHEW! On Episode 39, Lex Is More is joined by fellow podcaster from Maryland, Christian Briana of Dem Chakras and Best Friends Talking Shit, to talk about tough love vs. toxic parenting. Lex and Christian vent about having grandmothers who are set in their ways, discuss generational curses and divides within families, signs of a toxic parent, and more! The ladies were able to relax, relate, and release on...
Nov 08, 2019•1 hr 44 min
For the moms out here actin like Precious' mama, using their children for welfare or to get revenge on their baby daddies, this episode is NOT for you!! On Episode 38, Lex Is More reunites with Khris of Shenanigans with Friends and is joined by, for the first time, retired podcaster, now YouTuber, I'mJustJackie, to discuss the behind the scenes struggles of motherhood. The ladies talk about the Meghan Markle interview, the ups and downs of being a mother, what it's like feeling as if you're a si...
Nov 01, 2019•1 hr 53 min
Fall is here and y'all know what that means...On Episode 36, Lex Is More is joined by Vytamin V to discuss the infamous cuffing season. The two ladies talk about how to navigate the cuffing season schedule, their history of participating in cuffing season, the pressure social media places on us to be dating, or at least living our best single life, and how to survive the winter blues. Oh, and V brought drinks! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Oct 11, 2019•1 hr 26 min
It is okay to admit when you need help! Pulling examples from one of her favorite television shows, "Being Mary Jane," on Episode 35, Lex Is More discusses her personal journey of starting therapy. Lex Is More talks about her feelings going into, and after, her first session, the overall stigma surrounding therapy and counseling, specifically within the Black community, and much more! You might find it hard not to cry on this one! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #s...
Sep 20, 2019•53 min
Why is there such a emphasis on size, image, and looks in the industry? After an unexpected, extended break, Lex Is More is back on episode 34 to talk about how big girls still can't catch a break. Using examples of Missy Elliott's overdue recognition for being the MTV's Vanguard Award recipient and Lizzo's fast rise to #1 on the charts, Lex Is More discusses how looks dictate an artist's success and image within the industry. Lex Is More also shares her personal experiences in being a plus-size...
Sep 13, 2019•50 min
What does it really mean to be strong? On Episode 33, Lex Is More is joined by fellow podcaster, BJ out of Detroit, Michigan to talk about the definition of strength. Points of discussion include: the pressure to be "strong" as it relates to Black men & women, why crying is still seen as a sign of weakness, and more! The two podcasters really dig deep into the topic! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space!
Aug 16, 2019•1 hr 39 min
It's a crazy world we live in! On Episode 32, Lex Is More discusses the recent ICE raid and mass shootings and what it means to protect your peace when it's constant bad news. Lex Is More discusses how seeing bad news concerning the government and politics can affect your mental health and be all-around depressing, while also sharing her opinion on the current state of the country. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Aug 09, 2019•51 min
Should we spank our kids? Inspired by the recent Tia Mowry interview on The Breakfast Club, Lex Is More discusses if parents should whoop their kids. Lex Is More shares information from both sides of the debate, while sharing her opinion and gives insight on being a product of getting whoopings as a child. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Jul 26, 2019•43 min
Last night took an L, but tonight I bounce back! In episode 30, Lex Is More discusses how to bounce back after experiencing grief and loss. Lex Is More talks about how grief and loss can affect your mood, mindset, and perspective on life, while also sharing her personal journey dealing with loss and bouncing back after recently losing her job. There's also a mailbag letter this week! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Jul 19, 2019•1 hr 2 min
The Free Space is back with another unfiltered, unrestricted episode! On episode 29, Lex Is More is joined by The Drunken Knights to discuss the infamous #menaintshit topic and all that it entails! Why does it take time for men to be some shit, the double standard between men and women who ain't shit, and more! Both The Drunken Knights and Lex Is More leave each other speechless during the episode with their opinions! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Jul 12, 2019•1 hr 4 min
Put some RESPECK on Dad's name! In honor of Father's Day this past weekend, Lex Is More discusses the importance of a father's role on episode 28. Lex Is More highlights the significance of the relationship between Dads and their daughters vs. their sons, touches on the single mothers playing both roles debate, while also discussing what it's like having an active father who's lived out of state her whole life. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Jun 19, 2019•52 min
People have their opinions on being bisexual and, on episode 27, The Free Space dives in head first to the topic! Accompanied this week by her bro and friend of almost 10 years, Lex Is More and Maurice discuss what it's like being a bisexual Black man. Lex is More and Maurice go into his experiences about coming out, dating, the sexuality spectrum, do the struggles of being bisexual and a black man coincide, and much more! Of course, the two best friends definitely cut up on the episode! Unfilte...
Jun 12, 2019•1 hr 9 min
Is casual sex really all that casual? Closing out the series from Mental Health Awareness Month, on Episode 26, Lex Is More dives into the topic of casual sex and how it can affect your mental health. Lex Is More discusses the good, bad, and ugly side of casual sex using straight facts, comments about the Netflix original tv show, She's Gotta Have It, while highlighting her own personal experiences. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Jun 05, 2019•57 min
We finally got the prayer y'all! Inspired by Ciara's recent interviews regarding how she prayed for her future husband, Episode 25 of the Free Space dives into romantic relationships and mental health. Lex Is More talks about the struggles of dating for those who have a mental illness while also touching on the impact of being single, dating, and the lack of romantic relationships have on a person's mental health. Lex Is More drops gems of knowledge while also getting personal and there's a mail...
May 22, 2019•54 min
How did our mamas raise us without wine?! On Episode 24, The Free Space continues with its focus on mental health for Mental Health Awareness Month. Lex Is More is reunited with Vytamin V from Levels of Melanin Podcast and Lex's old co-host, Neeka, to talk about motherhood and mental health. The ladies discuss how their mental health affects their day to day lives, from parenting to managing their household, while dropping knowledge along the way. Wine was involved, so of course, there were plen...
May 15, 2019•1 hr 23 min
Sometimes you just have to take a break! To start off Mental Health Awareness Month, Lex Is More talks about self-comparison on episode 23 and how much it can affect your self-esteem. Lex Is More drops some knowledge about social media and mental health and gets personal as she discusses her own struggles with self-comparison. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
May 08, 2019•48 min
It's the Battle of the SEXes this week! On episode 22, Lex Is More is joined by fellow podcasters, CJ out of Columbus, OH, and BTG from the West Coast, who's making his second appearance, to discuss men and women's underlying agendas and their egos when it comes to sex. Is sex sometimes a competition or battle for power? Who puts in more work during sex: men or women? And what is it that stops us from being vocal about what we want out of sex? Gems were dropped throughout the whole episode! Unfi...
May 01, 2019•54 min
The Free Space gets even more unfiltered and unrestricted on episode 21! While on her mini-vacay to Vegas this past weekend, Lex Is More links up with fellow solo podcast host and Las Vegas resident, Khris of Shenanigans with Friends, and Vytamin V, 1/3 of Levels of Melanin Podcast, for an unforgettable time! Many topics were discussed: Vegas living, cannabis lube, do men give mouf longer than women, and much more! You're in for nothing but laughs on this episode! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conver...
Apr 24, 2019•1 hr 19 min
It's time to put the snacks down! On episode 20, Lex Is More is inspired by a storyline from Love & Hip Hop Atlanta (it's her guilty pleasure)to discuss weight loss and physical health. Lex Is More discusses how the Black community still struggles with taking care of our physical health in regards to eating right, fears of going to the doctor, and more. Lex Is More also shares some details about her weight loss journey and what it was like almost experiencing diabetes in 6th grade. Unfiltere...
Apr 17, 2019•54 min
How much of a role does money play when it comes to dating? On episode 19, Lex Is More discusses how finances are influencing men's choices in regards to dating. Lex Is More shares her experiences with dating men who seemed to feel that, eventually, money REALLY DOES become an object. Also, signs to tell if a man truly is too broke to date you and more! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Apr 10, 2019•52 min
Should "woke" people just go back to sleep? In light of the various reactions to Nipsey Hussle's unfortunate death, for episode 18, Lex Is More discusses the constant criticisms that arise whenever people speak their minds on social media. Lex Is More gives her opinion on the division it causes, the pressure to be "woke," and much more! Lex Is More also gives a major key for everyone: PLEASE spell check! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Apr 03, 2019•47 min
You're getting cancelled, you're getting cancelled! EVERYBODY is getting cancelled! On episode 17 of The Free Space, Lex Is More talks about cancel culture. Points of discussion include: where do we draw the line on canceling celebrities, is cancel culture just another popularity contest, and more! Lex Is More also shares what she thinks about celebrities who have been "cancelled" and folks acting big mad on social media. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreel...
Mar 27, 2019•42 min
Mamaaaaa, Mama you know i love youuuu!!! Episode 17 gets personal this week! On this episode, Lex Is More reflects on having to step up to the role as a caregiver 6 years ago when her mom became disabled. Lex Is More talks about the ups, the downs, and the lessons learned from her experience as well as the conversations our generation should be having with our parents. You might want to grab some tissues! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Mar 20, 2019•47 min
When it comes to dating, can our preferences really be prejudices? On episode 16, Lex Is More discusses preference vs. prejudice as it relates to trying to find "The One." Lex Is More touches on what influences our preferences, fat-shaming, how to tell if your dating preferences are really prejudices and more! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Mar 13, 2019•46 min
Didn't I tell you that I was a savage?! On episode 15, Lex Is More is joined by her homegirl, TK, as they discuss the art of savagery. Lex Is More & TK talk about the definition of a savage, the constant Battle of the Sexes, can men be savage too, and when is being a savage necessary. The topic gets REAL deep! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Mar 06, 2019•1 hr 14 min
Are blended families becoming the new norm in the Black community? To close out the Black History Month mini-series, Lex Is More is joined by the homies, Jones from Stakes is High Podcast and Brotha 2 Da Knight from The Drunken Knights, to discuss the current state of the Black family. Lex Is More, Jones, and Brotha 2 Da Knight share their experiences, their take on what exactly has divided the Black family, and if we've lost the value of having a 2-parent household. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Con...
Feb 27, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Black Kings! This episode is all about you! On episode 13 of The Free Space, Lex Is More is joined by fellow podcasters, D. Murph out of Houston, TX and Baylor The Great aka BTG, out of the West Coast, to discuss the personal struggles of Black men. Topics include: Black men's mental health, misconceptions that Black women & the world have about them, and much more! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Feb 21, 2019•1 hr 20 min
It's Valentine's Day week and Lex Is More is feeling the love! On episode 12, Lex Is More talks about Black Love: favorite Black Love movies, Black couples, and how Black Love transcends on a level that is more than just romance. There's also a special twist to this episode for all the lovers out there! If you read Zane books growing up, you'll want to listen to the very end! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Feb 13, 2019•53 min
Is it better to celebrate Black History throughout the year versus just one month? Does this ideal take away from the purpose of Black History Month? On episode 11, Lex Is More discusses this ongoing debate and gives her opinion of why Black History Month is still necessary. Lex Is More shares her experiences growing up learning about Black History and other people's opinions as well. Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Feb 07, 2019•42 min
Inspired by Summer Walker's Girls Need Love, on episode 10, Lex Is More discusses women being able to openly talk about sex in today's society. Lex Is More touches on the lingering hangups regarding women owning their sexuality, the comparison of City Girls & Cardi B's new Twerk video to Tipdrill, and more! Unfiltered, Unrestricted Conversation: This is The Free Space! #speakfreely
Jan 23, 2019•44 min
