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Tina & Sheletta
by Tina & Sheletta
Tina & Sheletta, two best friends since their freshman year of college, now in their 50s, talk about life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
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It's too much
Tina and Sheletta don't think the world wide web was set up to withstand every home in the world having fifty-leven devices connected to it and eventually, at some point, all the whole internet is going to come crashing down because it's just too much.
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The revolution will not be televised...
Tina tells Sheletta that with all the discrimination that Black women have faced in recent years, there will soon be both a professional and personal revolution in this country, but it won't be televised (it may be live-streamed on TikTok, though).
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Black women are under attack
Tina & Sheletta warn the rest of the world that Black women are under attack while explaining how and why and by who on the latest episode of their podcast.
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97
Unbreak my heart
Tina warns Sheletta to be extra cautious about guarding her heart after the ladies learn about the real tea surrounding Gayle King's cheating husband.
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96
Where is the love?
Tina & Sheletta are both feeling some-kind-of-way because they didn't feel loved and appreciated on Mother's Day.
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95
Are we too sensitive?
As Tina & Sheletta navigate life in their nifty 50s, the ladies wonder if they are getting sensitive in their old(er) age because they are doing a lot more crying these days. Sheletta says that one last nerve that they were begging people not to get on is gone.
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My future deserves your protection
Tina is in New York, going to see Meg THEE Stallion perform on Broadway. Turns out it's the last show she'll be in after her breakup with Klay Thompson. Sheletta tells her BFF how disappointed she is in Klay and how Meg's future as a theater actress deserved his protection.
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Rom Com racism is real
With You, Me & Tuscany taking over the box office with a $10 million opening weekend, Tina and Sheletta hopes this will be the start of a Black Rom-Com revolution in Hollywood.
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92
Battling fear as your adult kids find their way
Sheletta tells her bestie Tina that she's losing hair and sleep as her adult son Andrew decides to change colleges and majors. Tina assures her that she's done her part and it's time for her to let go and let Andrew find his own way.
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Chilli's got Sheletta all cramped up
Sheletta's got her panties in a bunch because TLC's Chilli reposted a doctored photo of Michelle Obama on her Instagram feed while simultaneously donating money to organizations connected to Donald Trump. Tina says she shouldn't be so quick to judge or get a refund on her ticket to the group's upcoming concert.
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90
The cowgirls got too cheeky at the rodeo
The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo implemented a new dress code after the cowgirls went overboard with the T&A. Tina and Sheletta have a theory on why young ladies are letting it all hang out and who the rodeo can hire to help solve the problem.
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Struggling through church hurt
Sheletta shares with Tina that she shaved her head because she's struggling with "church hurt."
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Sometimes you wanna run away
Sheletta tells Tina that sometimes, she just wants to run away and never come back so she can get a nap and a good night's sleep, like Michele Hundley Smith, who disappeared after she went Christmas shopping in 2001. Her family thought she was kidnapped. They found her this year alive, healthy, well and living her best life. Turns out, she just didn't want to be bothered with her kids.
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Maxwell made the cops come knocking at Tina's house!
Who is to blame for Tina not showing up to record a podcast episode, prompting Sheletta to send the police to her house for a wellness check? Grammy winning R&B singer Maxwell!
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Tina teaches Sheletta how to be 54
Since Tina is older, she tells Sheletta what to expect turning 54 years old and cautions her friend to have all the fun she can over the next 12 months because 55 comes with knee replacements and attitude adjustments.
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Minnesota is the model
Sheletta, who lives near Minneapolis, assures her friend, who lives in Texas, that she and fellow Minnesotans are fine and fighting back against injustice in hopes of being the model for other states to follow.
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Black women have built an underground railroad in Minnesota
As Sheletta tells Tina about her plans to host a prayer vigil in Minnesota, asking God to bring peace and healing to the state, she also shares how Black women are using methods designed by Harriet Tubman to create an underground railroad of support for the immigrant community.
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Keep ya head up
With ICE descending on Minnesota, Governor Tim Walz not running for reelection and Trump trolling the state, Sheletta was at her lowest point until her BFF Tina gave her some wise advice from Tupac: "Keep ya head up"!
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They got healed!
Tina applauds Sheletta on being a strong advocate for her autistic kids after seeing the progress they've made since they were diagnosed on the spectrum in 2015. The ladies encourage other moms to consider moving to states like Minnesota that have good services that get good results.
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Getting healthy for the new year
Tina tells Sheletta that she's cutting back on the cocktails after what she thought was a skin rash turned out to be an issue with how her liver was functioning.
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Waiting to Exhale was prophetic
Tina & Sheletta celebrate the 30th anniversary of the groundbreaking movie Waiting to Exhale and talk about how it gave them the blueprint on how to have successful careers, good friendships and the power of the pivot.
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Fine at 55!
Tina tells Sheletta about all the fun and fanfare she had for her 55th birthday celebration and how big yearly celebration are a tribute to hear late mother.
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Black Lady Bungalows
As Tina and Sheletta make plans for their golden years, the ladies come up with an idea: Black Lady Bungalows. The BFFS have decided once they turn 75, they'll sell their homes, take the money, buy some land in Arizona and build bungalows for their friends who want to live out the last leg of their journey together, in peace.
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A fresh new 50
Tina and Sheletta invite their friend Jeanette on the show to give her all the rules of turning 50. The ladies let her know that her hair, body, relationships and breath will never be the same again.
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Which witch are you dealing with?
Sheletta tells Tina she was shocked to learn that Minnesota is the witch capital of the world. The ladies run it back and realize they've both known more than a few witches in their lifetime.
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What are Gray Divorces and why are they a "thing"?
Sheletta realizes she's a trendsetter and tells Tina she might have been the first one to kick off the "Gray Divorce" trend since she left her husband shortly after turning 50.
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74
Getting old costs money
Tina & Sheletta talk about all the perils of getting old and how costly it is to be over 50.
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73
AI is coming for us
After servers go down causing a disruption in internet services and apps, Tina and Sheletta talks about everyone's reliance on AI and how everybody should be stashing cash under the mattress, whether or not you're a drug dealer.
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We Have to Go Back to Jesus
Tina and Sheletta dive deep into real conversations about mental health, faith, and the power of prayer.
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Real Talk Reloaded: Diddy, Black Women, and Breaking Free
Tina and Sheletta are back with unfiltered conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. From P. Diddy’s sentencing to the growing trend of Black women walking away from toxic workplaces, they break down the headlines, share personal truths, and spark the discussions that matter. Tune in for laughter, insight, and the real talk you need this week. #TinaAndSheletta #RealTalkReloaded #BlackWomenAtWork #CultureConversations #Podcast
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Truth & Tough Realities
In this episode of The Tina and Sheletta Show, the ladies dig into Truth & Tough Realities. From politics and Washington power plays to the changing face of major cities like Houston and New Orleans, they don’t shy away from hard truths. With headlines about bodies in Buffalo Bayou and communities that seem to have given up, Tina and Sheletta keep it real with bold opinions, sharp insights, and conversations that go beyond the surface.
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Raising Kids in Faith
In this episode of the Tina and Sheletta Podcast, the moms dive into why it’s so important for their children to know God. Tina reflects on how her kids’ strong faith guides their daily lives, while Sheletta opens up about changing churches to find a youth ministry that would nurture her kids’ spiritual growth. Together, they share heartfelt lessons on raising children who love and follow God.
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Sisterhood Under Strain: Why Black Women Need Each Other More Than Ever
In this candid conversation, Tina and Sheletta dive into the tough truth about how support among Black women isn’t as strong as it once was. Sparked by Kelly Price’s recent outburst on social media, they reflect on the history of sisterhood, the challenges of today, and why Black women still need safe spaces to be vulnerable, uplifted, and truly seen. This powerful episode is both a call to accountability and a reminder of the healing that comes when Black women stand together.
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The juice ain't worth the squeeze
Tina and Sheletta laugh while relating to how hard it is to find a man over 50 to date who isn't looking for a nurse or a purse. Hold on to your hat and pee before you press play cause the ladies get a little wild on this episode of the Tina & Sheletta podcast.
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Serena Says Yes to Ro!
In this episode, Tina and Sheleta dive into Serena Williams’ headline-making decision to say yes to the Manjaro shot—and what it means beyond the headlines. Tina and Sheleta bring their signature mix of humor, honesty, and real talk. They cover it all—no topic off-limits.
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Sheletta’s Kids: Private School or Public School
On the Tina and Sheletta Podcast, hosts Tina and Sheletta dive into a question every parent faces: Private school or public school? With honesty, humor, and their own personal stories, they weigh the pros, cons, and tough choices that come with deciding what’s best for your kids. It’s real talk, plenty of laughs, and some insights you won’t want to miss. Only on the Tina and Sheletta Podcast.
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These kids are going no-contact on their parents
Sheletta confides in Tina that after her son got into some trouble, he tried to avoid her calls and partake in this no-contact trend that young people are doing, where they avoid their parents' calls, but Sheletta wasn't having it. She showed up at his apartment.
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Black women : Take your break before you break
Tina & Sheletta admit the only reason they haven't snapped from the weight of life's worries in these uncertain times is by taking a break from the bullshit. The besties encourage Black women to disconnect, decompress, and do some radical self-care to get their smile back.
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Our First Malcolm
On this episode of the Tina & Sheletta Podcast, the hosts tribute Malcolm-Jamal Warner and the lasting impact of The Cosby Show. Tina shares how he was her “first Malcolm,”. Sheletta discusses how the absence of the show has cost us progress.
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Sheletta should be ashamed...
When Sheletta tells her friend Tina about how she gave the new Black teacher the third degree, Tina told her bestie she should be ashamed of herself for the double standard!
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RIP: Essence Fest is dead!
Tina and Sheletta deliver the eulogy for Essence Festival and declare the one popular party with a purpose dead on arrival in 2025 on the latest episode of their podcast.
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We mourn with those who mourn...
Tina & Sheletta are grateful to their listeners as they took a week off to mourn with the family of Melissa and Mark Hortman, the Minnesota legislator and her husband who were assassinated. Sheletta and Melissa were friends, so the loss was not just personal but profound.
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It's a bust!
Tina & Sheletta are beside themselves that Donald Trump removed Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s bust from the Oval Office. Even more alarming, nobody knows where it is. Sheletta thinks he threw it in the trash. Tina tends to agree.
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Should Sheletta get a nanny?
Sheletta is frustrated about the back-and-forth she's gonna have to experience to get her three kids to camps this summer. Her friend Tina says she's gotta let go of the "Super Mom" persona and hire a part time nanny to help out around the house.
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Don't hire anybody named Capricorn!
Tina and Sheletta are following the Diddy trial and says he'll get convicted, not necessarily because the evidence him is so powerful, but because he hired someone whose name is a zodiac sign.
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Being nasty ain't enough!
Tina has been closely monitoring the Diddy trial and feels like prosecutors haven't produced enough evidence to warrant the charges against him. In the words of Sheletta, all they've proven is that Puff Daddy is nasty and being nasty ain't enough to send the disgraced rapper to federal prison.
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The Mother's Day Let Down is Real
Sheletta tells Tina she needs another day between Mother's Day and Monday morning because transition from Queen of the Day to scullery maid is too quick.
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Why don't we have allergies? Lead and asbestos!
Tina and Sheletta are sick and tired of their kids being allergic to everything from dogs to dairy. The besties don't have one thing between them that they're allergic to. Why don't these two 70s born Houston babies have anything that gives them the hives? They survived high schools filled with lead and asbestos!
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In Tina We Trust
Tina and Sheletta open up about life's surprising turns, the importance of trust, and how every step brings a little more understanding in this episode of the Tina and Sheletta Podcast.
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Living in Texas? You can't lose weight!
Tina & Sheletta, both native Texans, say living in The Lone Star State, with restaurant options like Pappadeaux and desert spots like Shipley Donuts on every corner make it almost impossible to stick to your diet and lose weight.
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