Episodes

In today's mini-episode, Shaun explains why the pod is wrapping up Season Two early. But before she goes, she's gotta fill us in on her experience at the ATL stop of Cardi B's Little Miss Drama tour. Tap in!Timestamps:00:30 - We're Taking Our Summer Break Early03:48 - The Cardi B Experience (It Was a F*cking Success!)15:07 - Wrapping Up Season TwoMentioned in this episode:• @better3701 on IG• @littlemissdrama on IG• @livenation on IG•@iamcardib on IG• @heyshaundahead on IG• ...

** Originally aired April 30,2025** Shaun just turned 40-something and she celebrated by going to see SINNERS, the new film directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan—so you know we gotta talk about it!Today, P & Shaun are breaking down the importance of this movie: the character development, cultural representation, and the role music plays in spirituality and storytelling.They also discuss the transformation of Preacher Boy, the diverse representation of Southern culture throu...

P & Shaun are back this week with a whole lot of mess...Who actually thought Tyrese would win the Tank x Tyrese Verzuz? Chilli (from TLC) is MAGA?? Usher doesn't have anything negative to say about Diddy?? That Coldplay lady is on an apology tour...and Dwayne Johnson's wig isn't working. The A Different World reboot is gonna be really good! And Reacher (aka Alan Ritchson) don't play.Timestamps:00:00 - Turtleneck.05:51 - That's What Happens When You're Immunocompromised07:28 - Not Today,...

**Originally aired January 21, 2026** P & Shaun are touching on the challenges of caregiving this week, and the emotional toll P's father is going through, while already dealing with health issues. The convo then called for some laughs, so we had to talk about Druski's parody of the Black Church, and the reactions that followed. This was a good one!Timestamps:00:51 - Prayers Going Up1:37 - What's That Smell??11:13 - Anticipatory Grief14:02 - It Is a Tough Thing.26:36 - Speaking of the...

Today's episode was recorded the day before the 98th Academy Awards ceremony so you'll get to see...did P & Shaun's Oscar predictions come true?During the show, they discuss the Best Picture nominees, the rise of SINNERS' Michael B. Jordan and the fall of Timothy Chalemet.Then the two break down Pastor Jamal Bryant's announcement and subsequent apology about "ending" the Target boycott. And we end the episode with a Tendernism trademark update. Tune in!Timestamps:00:43 - Vicariously Livin...

P & Shaun are back this week with a lot of "nice, crazy memories"...Starting out, P explains how she handled a "grief wave" in real time (SPOILER ALERT: not well) and what she thought of Alicia Keys' Broadway show, Hell's Kitchen.Then P & Shaun discuss the new ESSENCE Fest lineup and how the impact of the movie Girls Trip may have changed the game for the festival. And finally, a trip down memory lane takes a look back on some VERY eventful school trips. Names have been left out to protect th...

So...it's a lot going on! This week, P & Shaun discuss the many layers of this year's BAFTA Awards controversy, including how ableism can affect the public perception of Tourette's syndrome, and who's responsible for the whole incident.Then, the show circles back to 50 Cent to discuss his beef with T.I. and the entire Harris family. And of course the convo heads into Mr. Walter "Tendernism" Johnson and the influence of Keith Lee. Tune in!Timestamps:01:06 - Ya Girl Has Been Adulting06:52 -...

** Originally aired November 12, 2025 ** This week, P catches us up on all the latest tech news, including the rise of home robots (the $20,000 kind) and the new multi-million dollar implications of AI in the music industry. Then, Shaun gives her predictions on the recent Grammy nominations, and discusses hip hop's newest inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Outkast.Timestamps:00:56 - The Tides Are Turning06:29 - iRobot Is Coming to Life19:37 - Does Beyonce Get a Cut??23:33 - ...

**TRIGGER WARNING** A portion of today's episode covers suicidal ideation. Please proceed with caution if this may be triggering for you.In today's convo, P & Shaun discuss the reaction to Shaun's solo pod last week. Then, they talk music: from the Benito Bowl, to how P feels about all of the Beyonce Act III predictions, to who the girls think will perform at the next Super Bowl. They end the episode discussing the online bullying of Reading Rainbow host, Mychal Threets.Correction 1: At 01:0...

Shaun kicks off today's one-sided chat by taking us into the pages of her journal...and the category is...'surrender'. She's talking intuition, shadow work, and why she had to tell herself to "stop being a coward." Tune in!Timestamps:01:16 - The Concept of Surrender03:53 - I Am Not a Good Journal-er10:50 - Here's Something I Wrote...15:12 - It Is Our Job to Let It Go22:38 - It Gotta Be In You30:49 - Pushing a Rock Up a HillMentioned in this episode:• Book : The Power of the Subco...

Welp... It's been a week! P & Shaun are diving into current events like: the arrest of journalist Don Lemon, the tragic deaths of Keith Porter, Renee Good and Alex Pretti; and the 'old' personas of Nicki Minaj and Kanye West. And they end it all off right with a reflection on the legacy of late actress, Catherine O'Hara.Correction: At 7:55, Justice Scalia is mentioned. One of the judges who denied the charges for Don Lemon was appointed by Justice Scalia; he was not the judge who denied the ch...

**Originally aired December 10, 2026** The topic of this week's convo is the new Diddy documentary, Sean Combs: The Reckoning, which explores the complexities of Diddy's life, his rise to power in the music industry, and the darker aspects of his success.P & Shaun touch on the narratives that are threaded throughout the documentary and the "conspiracy theories" that drive the story. They also dive into the power and abuse that women and men in the music industry are likely dealing with every d...

P & Shaun are touching on the challenges of caregiving this week, and the emotional toll P's father is going through, while already dealing with health issues. The convo then called for some laughs, so we had to talk about Druski's parody of the Black Church, and the reactions that followed. This was a good one!Timestamps:00:51 - Prayers Going Up1:37 - What's That Smell??11:13 - Anticipatory Grief14:02 - It Is a Tough Thing.26:36 - Speaking of the Lord...40:36 - My Pastor Wouldn't D...

Today, P & Shaun are reflecting on the holidays and detailing how they plan to live fully and intentionally in the new year. Plus, they cackle over the social media antics that had them giggling over the break.Timestamps:01:22 - Not To Be a Grinch...12:44 - Nick Darnell Finna Take Your Job!22:55 - Forward.25:46 - Are You Guys Just Making This Up??34:53 - Living in Survival Mode01:00:10 We'll Come to Our Own ConclusionsMentioned in this episode:• Diana Ross Live in Times Square on...

P's solo pod is here and it's a really good one!Today, she's joined by Tarcia Smith of the Adoption Journey Podcast. They explore the 'trauma with a little t' that comes along with being adopted, then the two have a heart to heart about how Tarcia's adoption trauma impacted her friendship with P.If you're looking for any resources about Black or transracial adoptees, Tarcia gives some great recommendations at the end of the episode! Tune in!Timestamps:03:21 - That's My Family, Period09:...

** Originally aired June 25, 2025 ** In today's episode, P & Shaun are discussing the passing of BET & MTV legend, Ananda Lewis, and the ensuing social topic of breast cancer prevention. Did she do everything she could to save her life? Is it even any of our business??Then, P details the long history of breast cancer in her family, and how it affects her auto immune disorder; while Shaun walks listeners through her mother's painful mammogram experiences and how they led to her eventual diagnos...

** Originally aired March 26, 2025 ** Today, P & Shaun check back in on their self care journey.Shaun breaks down how books have been a godsend for her this year, while P lets us know how she's dealing with her dad's progressing dementia—the second time she's caring for a parent with the disease.This important convo also covers the challenges of caregiving, searching for different forms of stress relief, the importance of giving yourself grace, and rediscovering your joy.Timestamps:00:04 ...

This week, P kicks off the show with reflections on her time at Brandy & Monica's The Boy is Mine Tour, then the two walk through their favorite moments from this year on the Everything Has Changed podcast.Check out the Spotify shortcuts for links to all songs mentioned in the episode!Timestamps:00:23 - She Shut Me Right On Up!11:00 - It's History23:22 - We've Talked About A Lot31:42 - I Passed Out38:47 - The Real Housewives of Apopka40:33 - Playing in Our Face50:40 - Get in the...

The topic of this week's convo is the new Diddy documentary, Sean Combs: The Reckoning, which explores the complexities of Diddy's life, his rise to power in the music industry, and the darker aspects of his success.P & Shaun touch on the narratives that are threaded throughout the documentary and the "conspiracy theories" that drive the story. They also dive into the power and abuse that women and men in the music industry are likely dealing with every day.Timestamps:01:40 - He Thought He ...

P and Shaun are back this week, updating the audience on their personal health challenges, and discussing how grief and changing family dynamics impacts their seasonal depression.Then they settle into the important gossip of the day: 50 Cent's new Diddy documentary, Muni Long leaving the Boy Is Mine tour, and the fascination surrounding Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's relationship!Timestamps:01:23 - Ya Girl Has Been Down Bad09:17 - November Was a Doozy17:41 - This Is What They Call a ...

** Originally aired April 9, 2025 ** In this episode, Shaun and P break down the new documentary Number One on the Call Sheet, from Apple TV.They share stories from the doc about Eddie Murphy, Whoopie Goldberg, Halle Berry, and more. And if you need a new documentary to watch, they recommend a few you might like!Shaun also shares some brand new information with us, and P walks us through the cycling routine that's helping her self care.Timestamps:00:35 BETTER01:09 Cycling Is No Joke07...

This week, P catches us up on all the latest tech news, including the rise of home robots (the $20,000 kind) and the new multi-million dollar implications of AI in the music industry. Then, Shaun gives her predictions on the recent Grammy nominations, and discusses hip hop's newest inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Outkast.Timestamps:00:56 - The Tides Are Turning06:29 - iRobot Is Coming to Life19:37 - Does Beyonce Get a Cut??23:33 - Andre Annoys Me28:56 - Can You Explain ...

The first solo episode is here! Today, Shaun walks us through her journey from freelancer to entrepreneur...and all the corporate mistakes she made in between.In this one-sided chat, you'll hear all about her .30 cent an hour raise, a sales job with no commission, why she quit the workforce with no safety net (do not recommend) and...repossessions, foreclosure and canceled contracts...oh my!Let's talk, shall we??Timestamps:01:43 - I Always Knew I Was Going to FAM08:00 - I Could Not Get ...

While P recovers from FAMU Homecoming 2025, P & Shaun discuss the public's reaction to Night 2 of Brandy & Monica's The Boy Is Mine Tour, the online backlash against Luvvie Ajayi-Jones, and how Gucci Mane's recent announcement helps tackle the stigma surrounding mental illness.Health and wellness are top of mind, this week. Tune in!Timestamps:00:33 - FAMU Homecoming 202516:50 - Just One of Them Days23:58 - This Took a Turn42:38 - Brown Girl Goals46:41 - Thank God for People Telling ...