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 ...
Feb 10, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 272
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._Au...
Feb 05, 2021•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 271
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 detail...
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 270
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 librar...
Jan 13, 2021•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 269
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 re...
Dec 16, 2020•2 hr•Ep. 268
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...
Dec 09, 2020•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 267
On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a Dustin Ross takeover. We discuss #twerkgate at the True Kitchen & Kocktails restaurant in Dallas, TX. The Friend Zone Merch Shop - https://shopfriendzone.bigcartel.com Black Business of the Week - Black Woman Owned Stationary Company https://berootedco.com Wellness Segment - Virtual Crackling Fire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=015Zq0fKDmE&feature=emb_title Thank you to our Sponsors: Headspace - Headspace is your daily dose of mindfulness...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 266
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 gene...
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 265
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...
Nov 18, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 264
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,...
Nov 11, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 263
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 bet...
Nov 04, 2020•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 262
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 ...
Oct 28, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 261
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 availa...
Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 260
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 p...
Oct 14, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 259
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...
Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 258
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!
Sep 30, 2020•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 257
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 San...
Sep 23, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 256
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 Ke...
Sep 16, 2020•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 255
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 ...
Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 254
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...
Sep 02, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 253
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 ...
Aug 26, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 252
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 li...
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 251
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 & ...
Aug 12, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 250
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 ...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 249
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 n...
Jul 24, 2020•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 248
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. Ba...
Jul 15, 2020•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 247
On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Dustin Ross Pop Culture rundown. We discuss everything from Jada and August to Lil Wayne and 50 Cent. Black Business of the Week: The Genoa Company https://instagram.com/thegenoaco?igshid=gtp9h736v3m7 Wellness Segment: The Barrio Fridge https://www.gofundme.com/f/TheBarrioFridge?utm_medium=email&utm_source=product&utm_campaign=p_email+4904-welcome-wp-v5 Thank you to our Sponsors: US Bank - This episode is brought to you by ‘Real Good,’ a...
Jul 08, 2020•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 246
On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we share our experiences with overt, covert and systemic racism. Stories ranging from trying to get apartments in NYC, racist co-workers, bosses and teachers gaslighting us, to traveling to white neighborhoods for groceries. Black Business of the Week: https://seeinblack.com Wellness Segment: Bookclub pick for July - The Spirit of Intimacy by Sobonfu Somé Thank you to our Sponsors: Ben & Jerry’s - Ben & Jerry’s Flavor Gurus have taken a big leap ...
Jul 01, 2020•2 hr 16 min•Ep. 245
On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourselves. Black Business of the Week - Black Owned Online Plant Shops https://www.instagram.com/p/CBb7SmdFPes 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 sunf...
Jun 24, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 244
On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s the Assante Smith takeover. We discuss the pros and cons of being social media entrepreneurs and general everyday users. As well as some new “data integrity” policies that may change the way we use the internet forever. Watch The Friend Zone Live on IGTV - https://www.instagram.com/tv/CBRvuT5gwIU Black Business of the Week - https://www.theokraproject.com Wellness Segment - (All Natural) Creamy Squeeze Tube Deodorant https://lonedeodorant.com Thank ...
Jun 17, 2020•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 243
