Cocktail Conversations with Shannon

Loves, there are days that give answer and there are days that ask questions.. this one asked ALL the questions. This week I chat about the Superbowl halftime, Covid and the Queen, Kanye's doc and his antics, Nick's attempted return to Mariah, Bishop Noel Jones' Lackluster proposal and Kierra Sheard's marriage advice.

TRIGGER Warning- (suicide, human trafficking)

it's heavy today loves. Join me as I celebrate the new Fenty Baby, Southern Translate Britney Spears' IG captions and discuss Tisha Campbell's alleged tussle with potential kidnappers. I also honor the life Andre Leon Talley and question what it means to know your worth. I also get VERY transparent about depression, my thoughts on Cheslie Kryst and why "Check on your strong friends" doesn't really work. 

I know...It's been a while... but I'm back to chat with you about Real Housewives mess, how i was a mess about Encanto, and Trey Songz Rape and Assault Allegations.  I also unload on Mike Todd’s Nasty Sermon and the thing new churches are missing...

Hey my Loves! This week I share my recent experiences with grief, my Interest in "The Way Down" Documentary,  confusion about the Dave Chapelle Special and thoughts on OWN's "Ready to Love".... ya'll,  Life's Been Life-ing" 

I'm joined by my dear friends and former guests of the show (Cord and Alex) to recap the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, season 2 premier! Listen in for an inordinate amount of giggling, the countdown to Jen Shah's arrest, all things Mary Cosby and hope that Heather gets a hot girl winter! We also question the cost of Ice in Atlanta and reflect on our need for our own Housewife/husband taglines. 

Hey loves, this week I'm reflecting on the life and "Celebration of Life" of Greg Leakes (and asking is it ok to show your midriff at funeral?), abortion ban in Texas and recap the winners and...not so winners of the 2021 Met Gala, I also chat about Nicki Minaj's controversial anti-vax admission and why I have questions for her Cousin's friend in Trinidad. 

Loves! let's chat about the foolery of OnlyFans, the most recent stop on Kanye's tour of the unheard, Joseline the hypocrite, Twitter's plea to stop the Dell and Sonya Curry’s Divorce, and my review of Respect the Aretha Franklin Movie.

Hi my Loves,  This week we're chatting about Britney's step towards freedom, honoring Whitney Houston and speculating about the joys of Diddy and Caresha's love affair. I also recap the finale of BET Presents: The Encore

I'm back and ranting about the Olympics, DaBaby's Rolling Loud foolery and the Masculinity Musketeers that swooped in to defend him....

Hey my Loves,

this is an impromptu episode with one of my dear friends Courtney. We are chatting about the Bill Cosby release and the reactions we've seen from the public, Phylicia Rashad and Ricky Dillard/the Saints. We also ask what should you do if your loved one is accused of doing something horrible, the emphasis on grace vs justice and squeeze in a prayer for William Murphy who is "at the TOP of Satan's Hit list" 

Hi loves! 

This week I get an unexpected Friend Request, update ya'll on Erika Jayne-gate, discuss the Tpain vs Usher auto-tune controversy and try to put Nick Cannon on Birth Control. I also talk about the ins and outs of my new favorite reality show "BET Presents: The Encore"- the good (Nivea), the bad (all the actual sisters) and the self hating (Ya'll know Pam ain't 'delivert')

Hey babes, I'm back to run my mouth!

this week I share a shocking diagnosis, my thoughts on the Erika Jayne (RHOBH) Doc, K.Michelle's 'new face' and try to put an end to bonnet-gate (thanks a lot Monique). I also talk about the controversy behind the musical "In the Heights"

Hey ya'll this week I'm chatting all about how Pastor Randy White let the "Angels from Africa" use him to shade Paula. Today I honor our BELOVED Life Fixer Iyanla Vanzant and reflect on end of her legendary show "Iyanla Fix My Life" and discuss a few of my favorite memories. 

I also take time to brag on my friends :-)

Hello my loves! This week we're not diving into the mess, but we're rolling in the sheets with Sexologist and educator Goody Howard. She breaks down all of your pressing intimacy questions from sex trauma to solo play, anal and having 'the Talk" with the next generation...we also talk about why you may need to start giving condoms to your parents and grandparents. 

It's a fun, full ADULT convo!

Visit AskGoody.com for info on her workshops and gear and toys. Use code:COCKTAIL at checkout for 10%off 

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Alexyss K. Tylor "Dick I'll Make You SLAP Somebody!"- https://youtu.be/etLZbuESseU

grab your scuba gear because we're going deep into the saga Porsha/Simon/Falynn... and it's messy 

Hey loves, we have a LOT to talk about this week! I'm ranting about Kevin Samuels and the way ya’ll let any man be an “expert”, wonder how long Tristan will embarrass Kourtney Kardashian and lament Andre Leon Talley's glamorous chickens coming home to roost. I'm also joined by my friend Cassandra Eastburn to chat about Family trauma, Intergenerational trauma and the steps she's taking towards healing. 

https://theglowup.theroot.com/theres-a-double-standard-andre-leon-talley-talks-possi-1846823471

Cassandra- https://www.instagram.com/eversosweetco/

Cassandra's Woven wall art- https://www.instagram.com/eversosweetdesigns/

Hi my loves! We're back with another full episode!

This week I talk about Bobby's Red Table Talk, the Seeking Sister Wives Scandal, and ask why Tyrese is still the worst person ever...

I'm also joined by Entrepreneur and  Interior Designer Amber Gray who drops some gems on home design, being comfortable taking risks, and the benefits of hearing "no".

Enjoy!

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Hello my loves! this week I recap the Tina Turner Documentary, the Mahalia Jackson Movie, the bits of the Aretha Franklin series that I watched and the revolutionary black women. I also Recap the best Verzuz  (Earth, Wind and Fire vs. Isley Brothers) with the worst host ever (looking at you Steve Harvey....and contemplate the current state of music and yes, I find time to talk about Jen Shah's (Real Housewives of Salt Lake City) scammy arrest.

my loves, It's time for a very special episode...*cue 'after school special' music*.  Da'naia Jackson's videos spurred me to invite my friend and faith Leader Lynnette Daughtry Barrett to join me this week. Together we take a look about the Church and how women are socialized, how being 'unwell' easily hides in religious spaces and the difference between living by faith and hiding behind faith... 

I tried not to cuss so the saints could listen... 

Pastor Lynnette- https://www.facebook.com/skeewee03

https://www.instagram.com/dreamgirl08/

https://www.facebook.com/firstmtcarmel.ame.9

Hey my loves, 

this week I recap the Grammy Awards, and discuss the cuss out heard round the world and the troubles family dynamics of Kirk and Kerrion Franklin. I'm also joined by Money Maven and Entrepreneur, Ashley Clark to chat about getting comfortable talking about money and the cool games she's created to help us teach finances to the next generation. We also discuss the importance of not quitting on your ideas! 

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Hey loves, you know I had to to talk all about Meghan and Harry's Interview with the real Queen...Oprah! I break down the interview, the importance of mental health and being aware of "casual racism". I also tell a few people to go to hell on Meghan and Harry's behalf and touch on Kerri Hilson's long distance marriage goals. 

Let's chat my dears!

Hi my Loves! This week I'm sending prayers and support to Tiger Woods and the People of Texas,  fuss at Rafael Cruz and discuss the infamous 'Dungeon Bachelorette Party" on Real Housewives of Atlanta. 

I'm joined by my guest, Motivational Speaker and Coach, Rickie Burney. We discuss the importance of shifting our mindset, men's mental health, and getting in tuned with who we really are. 

take a listen loves!

More info on support for Texas- https://www.instagram.com/p/CLfx25yFVG5/

Rickie Burney- https://www.instagram.com/rickie.burney.speaks/

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Hello my loves, I'm back from my medical leave! This week Justin Timberlake has me questioning the right way to apologize and Happy Men get called "Simps" by Boosie and other men don't drink enough water. I'm also joined by Dr. Jenaya Perdue about her experience as a black Expat in China, living and loving abroad and how her experiences with race and faith influenced her decision to leave the U.S.

Jenaya- https://melanatedstamps.com/

https://www.instagram.com/melanatedstamps/

https://www.today.com/popculture/justin-timberlake-apologizes-britney-spears-janet-jackson-t208915

https://www.complex.com/music/boosie-badazz-doubles-down-backlash-lori-harvey-body-count-comments

https://religionnews.com/2021/02/04/southern-baptist-leaders-decry-racist-letter-received-by-dwight-mckissic/

I've missed you my loves! I've been away but I had so much to discuss that it's time for a Sangria Sermon! This week I start with an apology, honoring the life of Cicely Tyson, recap the saddest VERZUZ and discuss Trey Songz' interesting week. I also talk about the very serious accusations against TI and Tiny, JoJo Siwa and why her sexuality shouldn't freak you out, the hypocrisy of critiquing Chloe Bailey and I review the Wendy Williams Lifetime movie. 

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Hello my darlings! this week I talk all things Inauguration and ask the important questions- Why did Gaga dress like Effie from the Hunger Games? Why did Jlo add "Let's get Loud" to "This Land is your Land? WHY is Michelle Obama SO FINE?!

We're also back for part 2 of the Heaux Tales Round Table. We talk more about the themes of sex and love, dive into the vocal and musicality and somehow end up complaining about the current state of gospel music. Grab some wine loves!

Amanda Gorman Poem Transcript- https://thehill.com/homenews/news/535052-read-transcript-of-amanda-gormans-inaugural-poem

Amanda Gorman Poem Video- https://www.cnn.com/videos/style/2021/01/20/amanda-gorman-youth-poet-laureate-full-poem-biden-capitol-inauguration-vpx.cnn

Jazmine on JImmy Fallon- https://youtu.be/AVIw_gqgvP4

Jazmine on NPR's TIny Desk- https://youtu.be/KgrCYvVYSRE

THIS WEEK IS NOT FOR KIDS OR THE UPTIGHT! We're cussing and talking honestly!

This Week I discuss "Impeachment, the sequel",  heap praise on Lori Harvey's dating skills and ask that Marjorie Harvey open a school for dating (and who I'd like to enroll).  

I'm also joined by my friends and former guests for an in depth chat on Jazmine Sullivan's new project "Heaux Tales"! We talk all about the sex, relationships, music and say "allegedly" a lot". 

Happy New Year, the nation is a mess! This week I'm chatting about the mess at the capitol, encouraging nice allies to start fights with their family, and laughing at Hillaria Baldwin. I'm also joined by my friend, Life Coach Martha to talk about moving from "surviving" to thriving in 2021!

https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithmartha

https://thrivewithmartha.com/

Pop the champagne-We're celebrating the end of 2020! Today I chat about the holiday season, Tyrese's divorce, and the RHOP Reunion part 3. I'm joined by long-time friend and film-maker Darren Mallett to discuss the superpowers we got from Negro-Solstice, surviving the hardest year and past hard years and the beauty of silence in his spiritual journey. Listen for lots of laughs with deep stuff mixed in!

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Hey my loves, I've been convalescing these last two weeks but I HAD to talk about all the mess Andy Cohen's been giving us! 

Real Housewives of Salt Lake (what's up with Jen's husband, why is Mary still with her Grandpa Husband??)

Real Housewives of Atlanta (Gaslighting 101 with Drew's husband and how I KNOW he's lying about his trip to Tampa)

Real Housewives of Potomac (Monique's Burn Boook, Gizelle's cracked face and more)

Grab a glass babes and let's chat! 

Hey loves, It's my Birthday week!!!!  I'm learning life lessons from the Fresh Prince Reunion, contemplate Letoya Luckett's relationship status, complain about the way gay folks are treated in Gospel and talk about the Twerk Brunch speech heard round the world (https://dfw.cbslocal.com/video/4918381-viral-video-puts-owner-of-dallas-restaurant-true-kitchen-at-center-of-twerking-controversy/)

I'm also joined by Atlanta-based, fashion designer, Iman Akilah to talk about designing and dressing for a curvier shape, and the importance of taking risks, breaking down your goals and celebrating yourself. 

https://byimanakilah.com/

https://www.instagram.com/byimanakilah/

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Hello my Loves, this week I congratulate Michael B. Jordan, chant "Lock him  up" at Lindsay Graham, discuss Twitter's poor choice of names and Pastor Carl Lentz's (Hillsong) "John Gray" moment.  I'm also joined by author A. Paj Turner to discuss his new Novel "The Emancipation of Limits" and how to take a chance on your creative ideas. 

https://www.apajturner.com/

https://www.facebook.com/APAJ-Turner-116491573520907/

"The Emancipation of Limits" Trailer- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDq0ySSGNJw&feature=emb_logo&ab_channel=QuietProfessionalPublishing

My loves! I had to talk about this week's Election and all the mess around it!! Ben Carson got da 'Rona, Eva Longoria needs to be cussed out, Paula White finds out what African Angels can do. 

I also discuss the problem with Spiritual bypassing, a marriage of split parties and how that wouldn't work for me and my frustrations with the push to reconcile. 

https://nypost.com/2020/11/05/watch-paula-whites-intense-prayer-for-trump-2020-election-win/

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/emotional-sobriety/201110/beware-spiritual-bypass

https://www.fox35orlando.com/news/houses-divided-longwood-couple-chooses-love-over-politics?fbclid=IwAR1WUzHcS2tKKKlJRVf-9uSPWnpG7aXa8l3YVXVwnFcm4ZuQ3u5AnWlcJcc

 Happy Halloween Week loves! This week I chat about the great Birkin bag debates and Hulu's somewhat scary, parody film "Bad Hair".  I'm also joined by make-up artist, graphic designer and friend, Adriana to discuss her experience with domestic abuse, how loved ones can help and how to get out. Take a listen loves. 

Adriana- https://www.instagram.com/onedopeatlien

Missing LoveCraft Country? Join me and my guest the Poetiss(Katrina Jo) as we discuss our love of the show, what's impacted us and our hairbrained theories 

*this was tapped a bit before the finale so there are no finale episode spoilers!

Hello Loves, this week I ask Ice Cube "What did you expect?" from the current president, discuss Shonda Rimes and the Disneyland Ticket that destroyed her deal with ABC and give ya'll a WORD based on Tamar Braxton's reality show. I also chat with Vocalist, Fiona Williams to discuss the challenges of living up to family expectations and how to do things differently with the next generation. Listen babes!

https://www.facebook.com/iamfionachanel

https://www.instagram.com/fionachanelwilliams/

Hello My loves! This week I'm chatting about Cardi B and Offset's lavish birthday begging, RHOA's Cynthia Bailey's wedding and Bachelorette party scandal, and my fears around the upcoming election. I'm joined by spoken word artist and educator Poettis (Katrina Jo) to discuss the myth of the Black superwomen- how it's effects us, what it looks like in the media and how to get free.

https://www.instagram.com/iampoettis/?hl=en

Hello Loves,  this week I give congrats to Kelly Roland and condolences to John Legend and Chrissy, I question why Gizelle Bryant is more concerned with her Ex's reputation than he is and B. Smith's widower's brush with karma. I'm joined by my friend and Physician's Assistant Liz Gaston Martin to chat Breast Cancer Awareness Month and what we need to know to maintain our sexual and reproductive health.

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Hello Loves, I had to run my mouth this week!!! I had lots to say about Andrew Gillum's Interview on the Tamron Hall Show, Cardi's Divorce, why I never liked Tamar's boyfriend and remember that we all need to sweep around our own front door. I also take time out to gush about Ms. Patti and Gladys' VERZUZ! The funny moments, the music and the much needed quality time with our elders. Grab a big glass and let's chat.

Hello Loves, this week I congratulate and question Tyler Perry on becoming a billionaire, bemoan what's become of the OWN series #BlackLove and rejoice over the Patti and Gladys VERZUZ! I'm joined by therapist and repeat guest Deatra Martin to discuss the troubles we're all facing- collective trauma. She gives us guidance on how to tackle what we're feeling and I manage to drag Candace Owens in the process. Listen up babes, you're not alone.

Contact Deatra- https://protectyourpeacetherapy.com

The news is out and I had to talk about it! If you've been a fan of the OWN show "Welcome to Sweetie Pies" you've probably never liked Tim either...but this news was shocking and sad.... I had to get some things off my chest

Tim's Murder Plot- https://www.riverfronttimes.com/newsblog/2020/08/18/sweetie-pies-tim-norman-exotic-dancer-charged-in-murder-for-hire-plot

Janae's Abuse Allegations- https://madamenoire.com/1173263/jenae-wallick-accuses-tim-norman-of-being-abusive-during-their-relationship-and-an-absentee-father/

Jennifer Williams' Abuse Allegations- https://www.tmz.com/2018/01/29/jennifer-williams-gets-restraining-order-basketball-wives-tim-norman/

Remembering Andre- https://youtu.be/yDF1WdHJ3y8

It's a jam packed week! I'm talking all about the BET Awards, telling Terry Crews to shut up, the August Alsina/Jada Pinkett-Smith love affair AND the trouble at Essence Magazine.  This week I'm joined by... ME! I'm sharing the truth of my journey as a caregiver, the good the bad and the infuriating. This was a tough episode loves. Take a listen.