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Beauties & Banter: A Lifestyle Podcast

Beauties & Banter: A Lifestyle Podcast

By Renee B. and Toya Nicole

Beauties and Banter is a lifestyle podcast where real conversation takes place. Join authors and opinionated friends, Renee and Toya Nicole as they share laughs and banter about business, life, and love.

Relevant, Witty and Opinionated.

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Where's The Support: Dream Stealers and Energy Drainers

Beauties & Banter: A Lifestyle PodcastFeb 11, 2019

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Classy, Bougie, Ratchet

Classy, Bougie, Ratchet

Beyonce and Meg The Stallion brought us out our Quarantine funk to bring y'all some hot topics! 

May 12, 202001:01:23
Alone Together: A Virtual Podcast Party

Alone Together: A Virtual Podcast Party

While we are all sheltering in place, we got together with some of our favorite girlfriends to talk about how we are all grappling with the Coronavirus pandemic.
Apr 06, 202057:16
#CoronaAndChill

#CoronaAndChill

COVID-19 has us all shook but we took a break from stockpiling sanitizer to chat about some hot topics! 

Mar 16, 202040:25
HERSTory

HERSTory

Celebrating our Sheroes for Women's History Month and the latest Netflix obsession, #LoveIsBlind! 

Mar 04, 202049:43
Mamba Forever

Mamba Forever

We celebrate the life and legacy of Kobe Bryant and chat about Black History Month, Trump's Impeachment and Tyler Perry's Fall from Grace.

This podcast is sponsored by LOLA, a female-founded company that is taking a modern approach to feminine care. Known for offering a line of organic cotton tampons, pads, and liners, they now offer sex products, too! For 30% off all subscriptions, visit mylola.com and enter lolabanter30 at checkout! 

Feb 04, 202054:54
The "Difficult" Black Woman

The "Difficult" Black Woman

Renee almost got "taken" in an UBER, Loni Love is keeping it TOO REAL and Gabrielle Union has us talking about the difficult black woman label. 

Dec 10, 201944:30
This week's hot topics!

This week's hot topics!

From Niecey Nash, Robyn Crawford, T.I. to Kenya Mooore, we're talking the latest in hot topics for the week!

Nov 20, 201944:49
Jesus is King, but Kanye ain't

Jesus is King, but Kanye ain't

We're back! After an extended summer break, we're back talking hot girl summer, Kanye's controversial Sunday Services and the latest in celebrity breakup news! 

Nov 04, 201901:13:16
Bow Down To #BeyFlix

Bow Down To #BeyFlix

The Queen Bey has come home. Our review of Beyonce's #HomecomingLive documentary is in!

Apr 29, 201901:00:19
Thank U, Next

Thank U, Next

One taught me love
One taught me patience
And one taught me pain
Now, I'm so amazing -- Ariana Grande

This week we discuss why we're so grateful for our exes!

Apr 09, 201928:18
A Seat At The Table

A Seat At The Table

Black women who have been called the most educated and entrepreneurial in the US, only received 0.2% of all venture funding.
In Corporate America, for every 100 men promoted to manager, only 60 black women are. We banter about what it's like sometimes being the "ONLY" and why important it is to collaborate, mentor and lift up our sisters. 

Apr 01, 201941:52
Hot Topics

Hot Topics

We're catching up on the latest hot topics: Gayle King, Jussie Smollet, College Cheating Scandal and #OscarsSoBlack! 

Mar 19, 201947:22
Bonus Episode: Best Of Season 3
Mar 04, 201945:12
CEO or Pastor: Is Church a Business?!
Feb 25, 201948:39
#RelationshipGoals
Feb 19, 201937:38
Where's The Support: Dream Stealers and Energy Drainers

Where's The Support: Dream Stealers and Energy Drainers

What do you do when your friends and family don't support you?!

Feb 11, 201933:34
Trigger Warning: We're Rooting For Everybody Black

Trigger Warning: We're Rooting For Everybody Black

It's Black History Month! We watched #TriggerWarning with Killer Mike, we're already planning our vote for Cory Booker and we're giving you all the reasons why you need to support #blackowned businesses. 

Feb 04, 201946:46
You Can't Win When You Play Dirty: Fyre Festival Recap

You Can't Win When You Play Dirty: Fyre Festival Recap

We're talking Fyre Festival, shady business practices and the power of social media influence. 

Jan 28, 201943:45
Are We Too Politically Correct?

Are We Too Politically Correct?

The #WomensMarch went down this weekend but not without controversy calling for the co-founder, Tamika Mallory to step down. The Oscars are only a few weeks away and Kevin Hart will not be hosting amid controversy of anti-gay tweets. Are we too politically correct? Have we become too sensitive? We banter about these topics and a few more. 

Jan 21, 201940:58
Hot Topics

Hot Topics

We're back! On Episode 1 of Season 3, we share how our 2019 goals and catch up on the latest hot topics!  

This podcast is sponsored by ZOLA, the wedding company that will do anything for love.  To start your free wedding website and also get $50 off your registry on Zola, go to ZOLA.com/BANTER

Jan 14, 201947:18
#SurvivingRKelly

#SurvivingRKelly

We're back! Welcome to Season 3 and the latest episode of Beauties & Banter. The #SurvivingRKelly documentary has us shook and ready to stand with the #MuteRKelly movement. Listen in and share your thoughts on social media using the hashtag #BeautiesBanter

Jan 09, 201943:55
Online Dating: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Online Dating: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

When it comes to dating, sometimes you win, sometimes you learn and sometimes you want to run for the hills! We banter about the good, bad and ugly of online dating.
Nov 19, 201858:17
Reboot: Single In The City
Nov 12, 201840:17
This Week In Hot Topics

This Week In Hot Topics

Don't forget to go vote on Nov.6 plus we banter about the latest hot topics including, OWN Network's Ready to Love and Chad Loves Michelle, Ariana Grande's new song about her exes and RHOA.
Nov 05, 201842:50
Embrace Your Dopeness

Embrace Your Dopeness

On Episode 13 we talk about the importance of celebrating yourself and embracing your dopeness. There's confidence and then there's cockiness, which side are you on?
Oct 30, 201843:42
Are You a Ride Or Die Chick?

Are You a Ride Or Die Chick?

On Episode 12, we share our thoughts on the "ride or die" mentality. What does it really mean to be a "down chick" and just how far is too far? Let's Banter! #BeautiesBanter
Oct 22, 201843:51
Our Favorite Season 2 Clips

Our Favorite Season 2 Clips

Missed an episode? Enjoy this podcast sampler of a few of our favorite clips from this season!
Oct 15, 201835:12
October is #AwarenessMonth
Oct 08, 201840:36
Should You Take Your Ex Back?

Should You Take Your Ex Back?

Are things really better the second time around or should you leave the past behind you, close the door and throw away the key? On episode 10 we banter about a few ways to determine if you should get back with your ex.
Oct 01, 201847:26
Nappily Ever After

Nappily Ever After

We watched the Netflix film, 'Nappily Ever After' starring Sanaa Lathan over the weekend! Listen in as we give our review, share our own hair journeys and discuss the importance of embracing your natural beauty.
Sep 24, 201839:17
Real Women Don't Compete, They Collaborate
Sep 17, 201836:36
Level Up

Level Up

CiCi has given us the blueprint, now it's time to #LevelUp. On episode 7 we discuss how to level up personally, professionally and spiritually.

How are you leveling up?
Sep 10, 201833:34
Faith Over Fear

Faith Over Fear

We all struggle with doubt, fear and anxiety but our faith is how we get through.
Sep 04, 201842:04
We Got Beef

We Got Beef

Madonna didn't show Aretha any R-E-S-P-E-C-T, a Brooklyn nail salon owner went crazy, Nicki Minaj needs to added to the sick and shut in list and The French Open won't let Serena Williams be great.
Aug 27, 201837:07
Party Of One: Single In The City

Party Of One: Single In The City

We pay tribute to the Queen of Soul..and Shade, Aretha Franklin and banter about the pros and cons of living the single life.
Aug 20, 201850:16
Snapbacks, Body Shaming and Self Love

Snapbacks, Body Shaming and Self Love

In episode 3 we banter about body shaming, snapbacks and learning to love the skin that you're in.
Aug 15, 201842:20
R Kelly and Charlamagne The God: Can You Separate the Art from the Artist?

R Kelly and Charlamagne The God: Can You Separate the Art from the Artist?

R.Kelly admitted he did it, Charlamagne The God is backpedaling after sexual assault claims and everyone's favorite TV dad, Bill Cosby is headed off to prison.
What do you do when your favs exhibit bad behavior? Are you able to separate the art from the artist?

Let's banter!
Aug 06, 201845:05
We're Back + Hot Topics!

We're Back + Hot Topics!

We're back! On Episode 1 of Season 2, we share how our summer has been going and catch up on the latest hot topics!
Jul 30, 201842:13
Summer Break

Summer Break

Hey y'all! Season 1 is complete and we're taking a little break. We will be back with new shows in July. :-) Check out some clips from some of our favorite episodes and be sure to go back and listen to any episodes you may have missed..and don't forget to leave a review!
May 28, 201842:40
What About Your Friends?!

What About Your Friends?!

Friends, Enemies or "Frenemies"?! On Episode 18 we banter about defining true friendship, having an inner circle that rocks and how to let go of toxic or one-sided friendships.

Join in the conversation online #BeautiesBanter
May 21, 201837:17
Waiting On The One

Waiting On The One

Destiny’s Child reunited at #BeyChella and then Michelle Williams announced her engagement! Inspired by her story, on Episode 17 we’re talking finding love after heartbreak through self-care, spirituality, friendship and patience.
May 14, 201836:30
Lessons in Entrepreneurship: An Interview with Larvetta Loftin

Lessons in Entrepreneurship: An Interview with Larvetta Loftin

On episode 17 we sit down to talk entrepreneurship with Larvetta L. Loftin the CEO and Founder of the L3 Agency, a full-service marketing and communications agency focused on influencer marketing and delivering authentic content for brand engagement.

Connect with Larvetta:http://larvettaspeaks.com/
May 07, 201853:25
Can Women Have It All?

Can Women Have It All?

It's a podcast party! On Episode 16, we banter about a very popular topic, 'Can Women Have It All?' Our girlfriends Shana, Madra and Larvetta joined us to chat about marriage, motherhood, redefining success and work/life balance.
Apr 30, 201801:08:47
Best Of Beauties and Banter: Our Favorite Clips

Best Of Beauties and Banter: Our Favorite Clips

We went on "Spring Break" so enjoy this episode of a few of our favorite clips from the season!

Will be back with a brand new episode next week :-)
Apr 23, 201842:08
Build A Body

Build A Body

Do you want to build your body or buy it?

In episode 14 we are talking body image, plastic surgery, and the pressures to fit into society's beauty standards.
Apr 16, 201842:07
Case of the Wannabes

Case of the Wannabes

Bogus people are lurking online looking for vulnerable people to take advantage of. Don’t let that be you.

On Episode 13, “Case of the Wannabes” we banter about how to determine the real from the fake.
Apr 09, 201842:02
Should You Block Your Ex?

Should You Block Your Ex?

To block or to not block your ex. In Episode 12 we banter about whether it's good to remain friends with your ex or if the block button should be your only option.
Apr 02, 201845:56
Self Care is Self Love

Self Care is Self Love

In Episode 11 we discuss the importance of self-care. We talk about our self-care routine, the importance of saying no and how sometimes being selfish is the ultimate expression of self-love.
Mar 26, 201842:44
Churchin' and Trappin'

Churchin' and Trappin'

We Luh God and Trap Music.

On Episode 10 we banter about the release of Snoop Dogg's new album 'The Bible of Love' and the blurred lines between the gospel music industry and secular artists.
Mar 19, 201837:33
Who You Calling A BISH?!

Who You Calling A BISH?!

On Episode 9 we banter about street harassment, random people asking you to "smile" and how we really feel about the "B" word.
Mar 12, 201841:52