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This week on #TheFriendZone, we're revisiting Carbon Nation after watching Hulu's The Cult of NatureBoy. What once looked like freedom and community reveals a deeper story of control, manipulation, and how it all began. Black Business of the Week - Freddie Estelle https://www.freddieestelle.com #ListensLately: Nomi - Sweet Talk India Shawn - Multiplicity BossMan Dlow, YKNIECE - Chicken Talkin Bastard Selena - Como La Flor Lil Rob - Summer Nights Miguel - Girl With The Tattoo Enter.lewd India Shawn - 'Til Infinity Isaiah Rashad - BOY IN RED Toosii - Proud of Me Thank you to our Sponsors: Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we're talking Pop Culture! The news cycle moves fast, but Dustin moves faster. He catches us up on all of the hottest topics that he believes we need to know about, and it goes exactly how you think it will. Black Business of the Week - Howard Family Bookstore https://howardfamilybookstore.myshopify.com #ListensLately: Jai'Len Josey - Truce Ray J - Let It Go Kehlani, Brandy - I Need You Ray J - Anytime Dezzy Hollow, Keak Da Sneak, Joe Moses & G Perico Ariana Grande - everytime Yung Miami - Spend Dat Brandy, Ray J - Another Day In Paradise Durand Bernarr - AM I OKAY? La Reezy - Melanate It Luh Tyler, Trim - No Trick Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss Caterpillar on Netflix. Caterpillar is a documentary that follows David, a 50 yr old man from Miami, on a journey to India for a non-FDA-approved surgery to permanently change his eye color. Directed by Liza Mandelup, the documentary explores themes of colorism, transphobia, self-image, insecurity and the desperate need to be seen. Black Business of the Week - Erin's Cup & Cookies https://www.erinscup.com Wellness Segment - Keen Targhee IV https://www.keenfootwear.com/products/womens-targhee-iv-mid-waterproof-bison-beaujolais #ListensLately: Isaiah Rashad - SAME SH!T Kelela - idea 1 Rjtheweirdo - At Least She's Beautiful The Guess Who - These Eyes Myaap - Reaper Ball Greezy, Ice Billion Berg - Since You Been Away 6lack, 2 Chainz - Sunday Again Naomi Scott - Cherry Justin Beiber Thank you to our Sponsors: Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zone Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod

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This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself. Catch Dustin in Atlanta - https://www.deviant.live/party/lets-talk Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d Thank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Poshmark - Download the Poshmark app and use code Zone to get $10 off your first order. Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we're talking about what happens when you do everything right...but life still feels unclear? Did success change, or are we just figuring it out in real time? Black Business of the Week - Bird Pizzeria https://www.birdpizzeria.com Wellness Segment - Bodybuilding vs Functional Fitness https://www.templefitnessfranklin.com/bodybuilding-vs-functional-training #ListensLately: Iman Omari - Energy SIR - The Real Anderson.Paak - Come Down Crime Mob - Circles Twisted Sister - We're Not Gonna Take It Zyah Belle - Deserve Xavier Omar, Sango - Say It The System - You Are In My System Isaia Huron - this girl wants everything Justin Beiber - Swap It Out India Shawn - Rain On Me Thank you to our Sponsors: Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Bask & Lather - Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code FRIEND for 20% off. Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.social Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we have lots to cover. Buckle up as Dustin brings us up to speed by discussing all the latest Hot Topics. Black Business of the Week - Yummy Tummy's Kitchen https://www.instagram.com/yummytummyskitchen?igsh=dmJtbHBnemUwM2l4 Wellness Segment - Landmark verdict against Meta and YouTube: https://www.latimes.com/business/story/2026-03-28/how-landmark-verdict-against-meta-youtube-could-hit-their-businesses https://www.dailyjournal.com/articles/390405-landmark-verdict-targets-social-media-design-awards-6-million #ListensLately: Tank - Maybe I deserve Arin Ray - Baddies Alex Isley, Syd - PCH Ghostface Killah - Georgy Porgy Juice Week, Juice, Tuesday - Juice Week Pt. 2 Pookiee - Organic Freak Oobie - Give Me Your Lovin Flagboy Giz - I Got Indian In My Family Samara Cyn - Highest Central Cee - Feelings Thank you to our Sponsors: Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zone Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.social Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Financial Educator and New York Times Best-Selling author - Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche. We talk about “this economy”, how budgeting alone is not enough, how to make steady money decisions during economic uncertainty, practical shifts that reduce financial anxiety, ethical investing and the 10 pillars of financial wholeness. We also answer listener questions! Grab a copy of Tiffany's New York Times Best-Selling Book "Get Good With Money" - https://getgoodwithmoney.com Important Links from Tiffany "The Budgetnista" Aliche: https://getgoodwithmoney.com https://getgoodwithmoneylibrary.com https://thebudgetnista.com https://thebudgetnista.com/moneymatch-lp https://www.joinlra.com   Black Business of the Week - National Association of Black Bookstores https://www.nab2.org Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.social Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself. Catch Dustin Ross Live! tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d Thank you to our Sponsors: Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code ZONE. Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.social Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we explore the psychology of time - why years feel longer when we’re young and why adulthood can make life blur together. We reflect on school vs adult life and discuss how creating new memories, learning skills and trying new experiences can help life feel fuller. Black Business of the Week - Golde https://golde.co Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d #ListensLately: Leikeli47 - HNIC Sofia Ly - Who's Better Maddie Zahm - Cellophane A Boogie wit da Hoodie, Mariah the Scientist0 Rick Ross, Dej Loaf - Maybach Music V Ty Dolla $ign, Leon Thomas - miss u 2 Baby Keem, Too $hort - Sex Appeal Isaiah Falls  - Taboo Starship - Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now Thank you to our Sponsors: Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zone Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.social Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Bible Study is back! We have a lesson in love from the book of Genesis. Female Hip Hop, The Traitors, and The Bible have something in common, and Dustin tells us exactly what that is. Black Business of the Week -BLVD Bistro https://www.instagram.com/blvdbistro?igsh=NjAxNHF2MHY3ZGJv Fawn Weaver - Uncle Nearest Article - https://thegrio.com/2026/02/28/uncle-nearest-20-million-accusation-receivership Silicon Valley Teaching/Aid positions - Mountain View Los Altos school district https://edjoin.org Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d #ListensLately: Baby Rose, Leon Thomas - Friends Again Jill Scott, JID - To B Honest Nomi - Badman V. Bozeman - What Is Love Stone Temple Pilots - Plush Philthy Rich, Lil Kayla - Down Or Up Naomi Sharon - Miss That Taffy - Feeling On My Body Don Toliver, Travis Scott - Rosary Thank you to our Sponsors: Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friend Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.social Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we close out the last week of Black History Month with a discussion around Mr. Walter Johnson AKA Mr. Tendernism, Uncle Nearest and the ways the Government, racism and violence have suppressed Black innovation and economic progress. Black Business of the Week - Ruby Love https://www.rubylove.com Wellness Segment - Moonlit Ringlets https://www.moonlitringlets.com Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d #ListensLately Larry June, Curren$y, The Alchemist - Drive Alone Baby Keem, Kendrick Lamar - Good Flirts Denzel Curry, A$AP Ferg, TiaCorine - THE SCYTHE Yung Miami - News Flash COZY - You Can't Talk Mikecol - Jazz Bounce Résa - Return To Sender Brent Faiyaz - pure fantasy. Willow - ear to the cocoon Thank you to our Sponsors: Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zone Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code ZONE. IXL Learning - The Friend Zone Listeners can get an exclusive 20% off IXL membership when they sign up today at www.ixl.com/FRIENDZONE Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepod Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_ BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.social Patreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vmHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d#ListensLately:Mary J. Blige - More Than A LoverVictoria Monet - Let MeBiggie - I'm Getting All Glammed UpThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.socialPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone , we continue our Black History Month Celebrations! We explore who really preserves Black history, what gets lost when stories aren’t recorded and how everyday people, not just institutions, keep our culture alive. We end with a simple challenge to preserve one piece of personal history before it fades.Black Business of the Week - Clean Design Home https://shopcleandesign.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqQrzvties0L5rthjJWAB71_3IGX245mGTx4LFRhuyNeFnlO1IIWellness Segment - Diabetes Digital https://diabetesdigital.coCatch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vmHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d#ListensLately:Camper, Alex Isley, RoseGold - SIXTEEN SUMMERS James Bambu, Durand Bernarr - Antidote J. Cole, Future, Tems - Bunce Road Blues Icewear Vezzo - High Fashion Danileigh - Expensive Lynda Dawn - Roses (feat. Bes Kept) Bad Dolly - Sponsor My Act Bad Thundercat - I Did This To Myself Don Toliver - E85Genia - 10 Out of 10 Thank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friendContact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.socialPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we celebrate Black History Month! THE WORDS BLACK BOTTOM HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A GOOD THING. We look back at the rich Black History of the now defunct Detroit neighborhoods Black Bottom and Paradise Valley.Black Business of the Week - IM=X Pilates & Fitness White Plains https://www.imxpilates.com/new-york/white-plains?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioWellness Segment - What is a NAS?Jimmy Tries World NAS Review https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrmIn4Ed-88Synology NAS (Kareem’s suggestion) https://www.synology.com/en-us/support/nas_selectorCatch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vmHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d#ListensLately:Bellah, Destin Conrad - TypicalASAP Rocky, Tokischa - Flackito JodyeElhae, Phabo - Is This Love?Gucci Mane - East Atlanta 6T.I., Chris Brown - Get Back UpAri Lennox - High KeyNormani - GripT.I. - Let 'Em KnowDon Toliver - ATMThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zoneNutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code ZONE.Contact The Friend Zone Podcast - [email protected] us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepodInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/friendzonepod.bsky.socialPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we share our thoughts on how 2026 has unfolded thus far. And how our sense of self, goals and hopes for the year have been impacted. Black Business of the Week - The StoryGraph https://thestorygraph.com Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d #ListensLately: Sault - God Protect Me From My Enemies Tone Stith - Fly Tanerelle - feels like love The Kid LAROI - A Cold Play Absolutely - I Just Don't Know You Yet (Live) Junetober - Conversation Pit 42 Dugg & Skilla Baby - Thick One Ari Lennox - Mobbin in DC S. Fidelity, Dawn Richard - Play Girlfriend - Deep Thank you to our Sponsors: IXL Learning - The Friend Zone Listeners can get an exclusive 20% off IXL membership when they sign up today at https://www.ixl.com/FRIENDZONE Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friend Follow us online: Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdz Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we're back from Winter Break! It's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Thank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zoneFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Surprise!It's a bonus episode of The Friend Zone! We asked you to share your favorite moments of the year and we put it all together to make a "Best of 2025" bonus for the holidays.The Friend Zone returns Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Binge is our weekly TV & Film recap series on Patreon. This month on #TheBinge, we're revisiting the Christmas episodes of our favorite Black Television shows. Follow along as Fran recaps Living Single S1E15 - Living Kringle:"Synclaire is saddened to see that none of her friends share her enthusiasm for Christmas. She tries her best to get everyone in the spirit of Christmas."Living Single is available now on Hulu.Are you subscribed to The Friend Zone on Patreon? Join here: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheFriendZonePodcastThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the final episode of the year. We take a look back at 2025 - from the community rallying together during the LA Wildfires, Armon’s Diddy coverage on YouTube to Patti LuPone getting cursed out for 15 min straight as an intro! We also take note of the range of conversations we contributed to the Podcast Landscape.Thank you for another wonderful year together. Have a happy and safe Holiday!The Friend Zone Returns on Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026Catch Dustin Ross Live! - www.dustinrosslive.comHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6dThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zoneFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! - www.dustinrosslive.comHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6dThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Chime - Work on your financial goals through Chime today. Open an account in 2 minutes at https://www.chime.com/FRIENDMint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friendFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we look back at the last 10 years of Black Television & Film.Black Business of the Week - Reel Paper https://www.reelpaper.comWellness Segment - Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranheyDustin Ross Live on Tour! https://www.dustinrosslive.com#ListensLately:Brandy - Put That On EverythingBrandy - Full Moon Brandy - Sittin' Up In My Room Wale, Leon Thomas - Watching Us Dr. Dre - Bitches Ain't Shit Dvsn - Excited Key Glock - A+ DropOut Finn - Cool On Ha Brandy - A Capella (Something's Missing) Thank you to our Sponsors:Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zoneFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin walks us through the landmark case of Brenay Kennard in North CarolinaBlack Business of the Week - Ease The Brand https://www.instagram.com/easethebrandWellness Segment:Everything’s Good - Toni Chapman (The Moody Foody) Cookbook https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593800788?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzhefrhe-20&creativeASIN=0593800788&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.27GAJJMEAZL0F&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asinThe New Southern Table - Cordarrius Green https://cordandthekitchen.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqoWNpVc2was3n7R4LoADg7mvby35BEonYWM7PLLFDc_YnooSw8#ListensLately:kwn - back of the club Sasha Keable, BEAM - Work Masego - Unhinged The Smashing Pumpkins - 1979 (Remastered 2012) The Smashing Pumpkins - Tonight, Tonight Elephants & Little Girls - Loch LomondV Cartier. - So Good Party Next Door - Cheers Case - Touch Me Tease MeFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss decisions and circumstances that shifted our trajectory and daydream about alternate lives.Dustin Ross Live! https://www.dustinrosslive.comThe People’s Brief - Redefining Masculinity ft. Dustin Ross - https://youtu.be/Ea1hcOwdwFQHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - https://www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?ccs_id=442f4c1b-a313-4f4b-9b11-63834e00ed6dBlack Business of The Week - Crissle’s Couch Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crissles-couch/id1851088933Wellness Segment:https://ifly-youth.orghttps://www.blackgirlscaninc.org#ListensLately:Xavier Omar, Jai'Len Josey - Painting The StarsTiana Major9, Yebba - AlwaysSampha - Cumulus/MemoryMax B - I Gotta HabitTweet - Toot TootJermaine Dupri, CeeLo - AtlannaJuvenile, B.G. & Jacquees - Hotboy SummerTeedra Moses - Outta My Head (Reimagined)Wale, Leon Thomas - Watching UsSummer Walker - Don't Make Me Do It /TemptedSummer Walker, Anderson Paak - 1-800 HeartbreakThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Chime - Work on your financial goals through Chime today. Open an account in 2 minutes at https://www.chime.com/FRIENDLeesa - Go to www.leesa.com for 25% off mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code FRIEND.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!       Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! - www.dustinrosslive.comHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6dThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friendRocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zoneFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod
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This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss the latest AI, Robot and tech developments.Black Business - UCLA VIP Scholars Program https://giving.ucla.edu/campaign/donate.aspx?Fund=64237CDustin Ross Live! https://www.dustinrosslive.comHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - https://www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?ccs_id=442f4c1b-a313-4f4b-9b11-63834e00ed6dWellness Segment - Melissa Hurricane Relief Funds:Jamaica’s Official Government Hurricane Relief Portal https://supportjamaica.gov.jmFood For The Poor - https://foodforthepoorja.org and https://foodforthepoor.orgAmerican Friends of Jamaica - https://theafj.orgSt. John Ambulance Jamaica - https://stjohnja.orgOffice of Disaster Preparedness (ODPEM) Volunteers needed - https://www.odpem.org.jmWalkGood LA https://givebutter.com/walkgoodWorld Central Kitchen https://wck.orgHope For Haiti - https://hopeforhaiti.comCouncil of Voluntary Social Services (CVSS) Volunteers needed [email protected] Health Resources on Site:Ministry of Health & Suicide Prevention Hotline - 888-639-5433Bellevue Hospital Jamaica - https://bvh.gov.jmLocal News Media Channels:Television Jamaica - https://www.televisionjamaica.comTelevision Jamaica YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/televisionjamaicaCVM Jamaica - https://cvmtv.comCVM Jamaica YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@cvmtvnewsThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the end of our 2025 Spooky Season! An intersection of Bible Study and The Crime Zone.Black Business of the Week - Undomesticated Podcast Hosted by Michael Arceneaux and Candace Dillard Bassett https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/undomesticated/id1842883739Wellness Segment - Food For The Poor Jamaica https://foodforthepoorja.orgCatch Dustin Ross Live on Tour! https://www.dustinrosslive.com#ListensLately:Big L, Nas - U Ain't Gotta ChanceRachel Chinouriri - What A LifeNatasha Ramos - Midnight HourFiend, Mia X - I Think SomebodyMaster P - Swamp N***aTRU, Mia X - Freak HoesMonica - The Boy Is MineBankroll Ni - Fine ShitHayley Williams - Good Ol DaysThank you to our Sponsors:Wayfair - Head to https://www.wayfair.com now to shop Wayfair’s Black Friday deals for up to 70% offChime - Work on your financial goals through Chime today. Open an account in 2 minutes at https://www.chime.com/FRIENDFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re still in the Crime Zone. Death In Apartment 603 - What Happened to Ellen Greenberg?Black Business of the Week - Son of James https://sonofjames.coWellness Segment - Black Girls Can Inc & The Pathway To Power Wellness TourBlack Girls Can Inc website https://www.blackgirlscaninc.orgBlack Girls Can, Inc IG https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlscan/#Black Girls Can Inc Tour https://www.blackgirlscaninc.org/tourKenisha Dennis (Founder) email  [email protected] (Partner) email [email protected]#ListensLately:D'Angelo - One Mo'Gin // 0:00 - 2:40Olivia Dean - Let Alone The One You LoveMobb Deep, Nas, H.E.R. - Love The Way (Down For You PT2)T-Pain - People (Libianca T-Mix)Tori Amos - A Sorta Fairytale (2023 Remaster)Miguel - New Martyrs (Ride 4 U)India Shawn - GoneNatalie Nunn - Doin What I WantThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! - https://www.dustinrosslive.comThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friendFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s another Crime Zone episode! The Multiple Mysteries of Marina Ramos.Black Business of the Week - Chandler Advocacy Firm https://chandleradvocacy.com#ListensLately:Immature - Never LieUsher - Think Of YouAll-4-One - I SwearJeezy & DJ Drama - If You Don't Know MeFoxx-A-Mill ft. Mouse - Unnecessary Money952 Raq - Soldier LoveRochelle Jordan - Never EnoughOdeal - In The ChairLil Jon & The East Side Boyz - Crunk JuiceThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zoneFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This month on #TheFriendZone, we’re officially in our spooky season! We kick off Crime Zone October with the case of The Caldwell Triple Homicide.Black Business of the Week - Saint Heron Library https://library.saintheron.comCheck out Louis York Live next week!Atlanta - October 8 7pm https://eddiesattic.com/event/louis-yorkNew York - October 10 7pm https://www.eventim.us/event/louis-york/660379#ListensLately:Tweet - Toot TootJane Handcock - StingyThundercat - I Wish I Didn't Waste Your TimePeezy & Babyface Ray - Let's Talk About ItMariah Carey - MiFreda Payne - I Get High (On Your Memory)Freda Payne - Band Of Gold (Single Mix)Justin Beiber - HeartbreakerLeonie Barbot - Fingers CrossedYFN Lucci - Look What I DidThank you to our Sponsor:Wayfair - Get organized, refreshed and ready for the holidays for way less! Head to https://www.wayfair.com to shop all things home. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, you asked us the questions and we answered them! The Q&A episode.Black Business of the Week - Billie Gene Body https://billiegenebody.comThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Leesa - Go to www.leesa.com for 30% off mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code FRIEND, exclusive for our listeners. Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friendFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Thank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we talk Unknown Number: The High School Catfish documentary on Netflix.Black Business of the Week - Fierce By Dre Fashion Hub https://www.fiercebydre.com#ListensLately:Christian McBride, Antoinette Henry - Come Rain Or Come Shine Yukimi, Little Dragon - Sad Makeup Amel Larrieux - Get Up Quin- ZiP Lizzo - IDGAS Counting Crows - Hanginaround Johnny Venus - Shooter Ella Mai - Tell HerLady Wray - Be A WitnessThank you to our Sponsors:Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at www.mintmobile.com/friendRocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to www.rocketmoney.com/zoneSquarespace - Head over to Squarespace for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we talk TikTok story times, a lack of professionalism and AI customer service.#ListensLately:Destin Conrad, Terrace Martin - wASH U AWAYAlabama Shakes - Another LifeJai'Len Josey - FreakBlack Queen - Witcha DudeOffset - Love You DownMariah Carey - You're Mine (Eternal)Lil Mo, Fabolous - 4EverJae Stephens - AfterbodyJai'Len Josey - Southern DelicacyFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re having Bible Study. The Story of Solomon and The Baby.Black Business of the Week - Dr. Bobbi https://bigmouthtoothbrush.comWellness Segment - UCLA Article “How To Keep Your Digestive System Healthy As You Age” https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/how-keep-your-digestive-system-healthy-you-age#ListensLately:TAVE, Kenyon Dixon, Stacy Barthe - Into YouDaniel Caesar - Call On MeAmber Mark - Let Me Love YouArlene MC - MamaZotaJon Secada - Just Another DayMariah the Scientist - SacrificeTeyana Taylor, Tasha Smith - Back To LifeJustin Beiber - All I Can Take112 - It's Over NowK Camp, Qiuntellii - Your TypeLouis York - Damn I Think I'm ReadyIndia Shawn - Wild, Lost & FreeThank you to our Sponsors:Leesa - Go to https://www.leesa.com for 30% off mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code FRIEND, exclusive for our listeners.Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at https://www.mintmobile.com/friend.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we're celebrating 10 years! Join us on our trip down memory lane.Black Business of the Week - iFly Youth https://ifly-youth.orgThank you to our Sponsors:IXL Learning - The Friend Zone listeners can get an exclusive 20% off IXL membership when they sign up today at https://www.ixl.com/friendzoneRocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.rocketmoney.com/zoneSquarespace - Head over to Squarespace for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to https://www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Thank you to our Sponsors:Wayfair - Cozify your space with Wayfair’s curated collection of easy, affordable fall updates. Find it all for way less at https://www.wayfair.comSquarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at https://www.mintmobile.com/FRIENDFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we assess our digital spending habits.Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://www.dustinrosslive.comDustin Ross interview with DVNTV - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jBgH1IVROnMBlack Business of the Week - Black Doula Services “Douwella” https://www.douwella.com#ListensLately:India Shawn ft. Lucky Day - Cotton Candy BlvdRobert Glasper ft. Ant Clemons - Heaven's HereAlex Isley - Thank You For A Lovely TimeAmerie - That's What U RWebbie ft. Boosie Badazz - Full of Dat ShitFreedom - Get Up And DanceSaucy Santana - Bad To The BoneChow Lee ft. Vontee The Singer - redflag!Coolio - Gangsta's ParadiseThank you to our Sponsors:Wayfair - Get organized, refreshed and back to routine for way less. Head to https://www.wayfair.com right now to shop all things home.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss the month’s Hot Topics.Catch Dustin Ross live on tour! https://www.dustinrosslive.comBlack Business of the Week - Harbor82 Wellness https://harbor82wellness.com#ListensLately:Mariah Carey - Type Dangerous - The Remix of the GodsMariah Carey ft Shenseea, Kehlani - Sugar Sweet October London - Touch On MeYing Yang Twins ft. Avant - Bedroom BoomClipse, Ab-Liva - Inglorious BastardsClipse, Pharrell Williams - So Far Ahead21 Savage, Project Pat & Coupe - ICED TEAPucci ft. Zeddy Will - Pucci/PilatesCiara - This Right HereThank you to our Sponsors:Leesa - Go to https://www.leesa.com for 25% off mattresses PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code FRIEND.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re back from break and doing a mid-year mental health check-in.Black Business of the Week - LYS Beauty https://lysbeauty.comWellness Segment - Skyelight - Plant-based incense and candles SkyeLightLiving.com#ListensLately:Kevin Ross - Love In The MiddleZyah Belle ft. Dende - AutomaticRooney - When Did Your Heart Go MissingSophie - BippStevie Wonder - A Place In The SunMobb Deep - Win or LoseJoe Jackson - Steppin OutLil Durk ft. Jhene Aiko - Can't Hide ItKey Glock - She ReadyJosh Levi - Don't GoThank you to our Sponsors:Torrid - For FORTY percent off your first online order, shop https://www.torrid.com create a free Torrid Rewards account, and use promo code FRIENDZONE.IXL Learning - The Friend Zone listeners can get an exclusive twenty percent off IXL membership when they sign up today at https://www.ixl.com/FRIENDZONEFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This month on #TheBinge, we're watching Forever Netflix - An American Teen Drama television series adaptation of the book Forever by Judy Blume. Created and Directed by Mara Brock Akil. Join us for a sneak peek into S1E1 of our full series recap available now on Patreon."Forever," a Netflix series inspired by Judy Blume's 1975 novel, follows two Black teens, Keisha and Justin, as they navigate their first love in 2018 Los Angeles. The story explores their journey of exploring identities and the complexities of their first romance, including the joy and heartbreak that comes with it. "Follow along as Fran recaps S1E1 - The Reunion. Available now on Netflix.Join us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/TheFriendZonePodcastFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In honor of the Sinners Film joining streaming services this week, we're publishing a teaser of our Patreon recap from May 2025.The 2025 supernatural horror film written, directed and produced by Ryan Coogler:"Sinners is set in 1933 in the Mississippi Delta, where Black sharecroppers still work the cotton fields nearly 60 years after the end of slavery. Jim Crow laws bear down on these industrious communities, while the Ku Klux Klan lurks at the edges, ready to pounce. Amidst that oppression and fear, a vibrant culture—of church life, of emergent blues music—thrives. Coogler’s film is a tribute to those traditions, and a sorrowful, furious acknowledgment of the waves of aggressors who, decade after decade, have come to seize or destroy them."Following along as Assanté, Fran and Dustin recap the Sinners film on their Patreon series #TheBinge.Join us on Patreon - www.patreon.com/c/TheFriendZonePodcastThank you to our Sponsors:Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to www.rocketmoney.com/ZONESquarespace - Go to www.squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod
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This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No Segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.#ListensLately:Big Freedia - ChurchFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepod
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This week on #TheFriendZone, we talk Future-Proofing?Black Business of the Week - CPR Wrap https://cprwrap.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopZWTfrpQm4T7oDHMV9ktv1PJDCOdLneCAgf9gD-AywFHI8xxv1Wellness Segment - Naked Pea Protein https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NBIUGA2?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzhefrhe-20&creativeASIN=B00NBIUGA2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.HAUA0IPFBTSX&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d_asin&th=1#ListensLately:Charlie Puth ft. Kehlani - Done For MeSticks & Stonez ft. Liv East - You're MyKevin Gates - StutterCUZZOS ft. BlueBucksClan, Teaawhy, Milly Mo - Stay SafeFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we talk the month’s Hot Topics.Dustin Ross Live on Tour! https://www.dustinrosslive.comBlack Business of the Week - Uncle Phill’s https://www.eatunclephills.comWellness Segment - Pillars Drinkable Greek Yogurt https://www.pillarsyogurt.com#ListensLately:Terrace Martin, Kenyon Dixon - See You LaterJack Dine, Tone Stith - Letting You RunDAMEDAME*, Jorja Smith - FREEDOMFuture, Lil Uzi - All BadClipse, Pusha T & No Malice - Ace TrumpetsSnoh Aalegra - Nothing To MeIndia Shawn - Kill SwitchThank you to our Sponsors:IXL Learning - 20% off IXL membership when you sign up at www.ixl.com/FRIENDZONESquarespace - Go to www.squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Shop plans at www.mintmobile.com/friendFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we vent about this shit show of an Administration and share some theories.Articles for Reference:NBC News - Wife and 5 children of Boulder attack suspect in ICE custody https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/family-boulder-attack-suspect-taken-ice-custody-dhs-chief-krisi-noem-s-rcna210711NBC News - Travel Ban Live Updates https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/live-blog/trump-travel-ban-live-updates-rcna211728NBC News - The Trump franchise is expanding in the Middle East - and so are ethical concerns https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/trump-franchise-expanding-middle-east-are-ethical-concerns-rcna206777The Guardian - Trump is using the presidency to seek golf deals https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/feb/27/trump-pga-liv-saudi-arabiaCNN - Los Angeles Protest News https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/la-protests-ice-raids-trump-06-10-25?t=1749614678035CNN - Marines on standby outside LA as protests pop up across the US https://www.cnn.com/us/live-news/la-protests-ice-raids-trump-06-11-25The Guardian - Mayor says Los Angeles being used as ‘test case’ by federal government https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2025/jun/09/los-angeles-protests-live-tensions-flare-trump-deploys-national-guard-troopsDustin Ross Live on Tour! https://www.dustinrosslive.comBlack Business of the Week - Ixora BB Glow Forward Fund https://ixorabb.com/products/glow-forward-fund?srsltid=AfmBOorvjkNJk-OR7Sda9-t5agRgFQd_YH585BMOTqF8fZN2Ip6J5YWDWellness Segment - Just Move Protein Powder https://justmovesupplements.com#ListensLately:Ginuwine - I’ll Do Anything/I'm SorryThe Roots, Musiq Soulchild - Break You OffZhane - Sending My LoveLil Tecca - OWA OWANaomi Sharon - Feels Like HomePlayboi Carti - LIKE WEEZYSnoh Aalegra - Love Like ThatTravis Scott - Apple PieHoneyBxby - LEFT EYE (Remix)Momo Boyd - American Love SongThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Go to www.squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to www.rocketmoney.com/ZONEFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone it’s a shoot the shit episode. No Hot Button. No Segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live at City Winery! https://www.dustinrosslive.comDustin Ross Live at the Bomesi Summit - https://bomesisummit.orgThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Go to www.squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Shop plans at www.mintmobile.com/friendFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we talk AI…relationships?Catch Dustin Ross Live at City Winery! https://www.dustinrosslive.comDustin Ross Live at the Bomesi Summit - https://bomesisummit.orgBlack Business of the Week - Ashley Coleman’s Permission To Write Community https://www.permissiontowrite.orgWellness Segment - Adriana Smith’s GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-adrianas-family-during-this-heartbreaking-journeyNPR Article about Adriana Smith’s story - https://www.npr.org/2025/05/21/nx-s1-5405542/a-brain-dead-womans-pregnancy-raises-questions-about-georgias-abortion-law#ListensLately:BADBADNOTGOOD, Samuel T. Herring - Time Moves SlowMoses Sumney, Hayley Williams - I Like It I Like ItRobert Glasper - Maiden Voyage/Everything In Its Right PlaceMatt Berry - Take My HandFreedom - Get Up and DanceAlessia Cara - I Guess That's Why They Call It The BluesIndia Shawn - Eventually (Cover/Visualizer)Rico Nasty - CrashAmelia Moore - Spelling BeeFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Dr. Lauren Seale-Sarkipato (Dustin’s cousin!) to talk about the horrific history of racism in the field of Dermatology.Dr. Lauren Seale-Sarkipato on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/seale.mdCatch Dustin Ross Live on Tour! www.dustinrosslive.comBlack Business of the Week - Hope In Her, Inc https://hopeinherinc.comThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Go to www.squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions by going to www.rocketmoney.com/ZONEFollow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcastDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzHave a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on #TheFriendZone, we talk low maintenance friendships. Is the "low maintenance friend" just code for the lazy, neglectful friend?Episode Resources:What Are Low Maintenance Friendships - and are they good or bad? https://www.kmatherapy.com/blog/what-are-low-maintenance-friendships-good-or-badAre Low Maintenance Friends Actually Good For Us or Are We Just Being Lazy?  https://www.verywellmind.com/low-maintenance-friendships-8713610#:~:text=The%20Rise%20of%20Low%2DMaintenance%20Friendships,-A%20low%2Dmaintenance&text=Maybe%20you%20send%20a%20funny,in%20for%20big%20catch%2DupsThe Problem With Low Maintenance Friendships - https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/low-maintenance-friendshipWhy Friendship Makes Us Healthier - https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20230329-why-friendship-makes-us-healthier Black Business of the Week - Eye See Me African American Children’s Bookstore https://eyeseeme.com #ListensLately:Common Saints - HoneyElmiene, Leon Thomas- SweetnessJoy Kay, Amaria, Dylan Sinclair - All YoursBilly Gang Kushington - Introduction10,000 Maniacs - These Are DaysMariah The Scientist - Burning BlueAmine - VacayLil Tecca - Dark ThoughtsBunna Summa - Bunna Summa Thank you to our Sponsors:Torrid - Shop https://www.torrid.com and use promo code FRIENDZONE for forty percent off your first online order.Squarespace - Go to www.squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to www.squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Shop plans at www.mintmobile.com/friend Follow us online:Twitter - www.twitter.com/friendzonepodFacebook - www.facebook.com/thefriendzonepodcastInstagram - www.instagram.com/thefriendzonepod_TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@thefriendzonepodDiscord - discord.gg/Jee2cwfAdzPatreon - www.patreon.com/thefriendzonepodcast Have a GREAT day! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.