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Dope Discussions Live

Dope Discussions Live

By Erica

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://anchor.fm/erica-warren-eclass-100/subscribe Get access to exclusive unscripted content and behind the scenes conversations. Me and my co-host, Gator Live, will bring you unfiltered conversations about our past relationship experiences, current dating stories, struggles with mental health, parenting, life lessons learned and much more..... Just two friends offering a male and female perspective to relevant topics of our time.
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Dope Discussions Live Jan 29, 2020

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UNREALISTIC RELATIONSHIP EXPECTATIONS

UNREALISTIC RELATIONSHIP EXPECTATIONS

LET'S TALK ABOUT IT!!!

Jul 25, 202201:06:14
HOT TOPICS AND CRAZY NEWS STORIES!!!

HOT TOPICS AND CRAZY NEWS STORIES!!!

Let's talk about Monique and DL Hughley, Todd Chrisley and his wife, Florida man who mistakes an alligator for a dog and more........

Jun 14, 202201:20:13
I'm A "Nice Guy", I'm A "Good Woman". Why Can't I Find Love?

I'm A "Nice Guy", I'm A "Good Woman". Why Can't I Find Love?

Is it true that nice guys finish last? Do you believe that good women get their hearts broken the most? Gator and I share our thoughts on this topic.

Jun 06, 202201:07:28
FEMALE MISOGYNISTS
May 16, 202201:03:58
"Am I Being Insecure Or Is My Partner Making Me Feel This Way?"

"Am I Being Insecure Or Is My Partner Making Me Feel This Way?"

It seems that nowadays being called insecure is a big trigger for people. We take it as a sign of weakness or low self confidence but let's look at the bigger picture here.

Being in a relationship with a person who crosses boundaries, neglects your needs and dismisses your concerns can create a feeling of being in an unsafe environment and isn't that the same thing as feeling insecure? (not secured, lacking security)

In this episode of Dope Discussions Live we're exploring the difference in recognizing a person who has their own internal insecurities and a person who is in a relationship that makes them feel insecure.

May 02, 202257:39
Dating As A Single Parent. Her Experience And His Experience
Apr 25, 202201:03:09
How To Stop Overthinking And Procrastinating
Apr 18, 202201:04:39
Black Men And Suicide: A Silent Cry For Help
Apr 11, 202247:44
What's New On TV and In The Movie Theaters?
Apr 04, 202201:41:26
Mastering Our Emotions versus Emotional Suppression
Mar 28, 202201:06:14
Spotlight Convo: "I Don't Want A Relationship, I Just Want It To Feel Like One"
Mar 21, 202201:13:30
Social Media Addiction: How To Break The Habit
Mar 14, 202201:08:19
The Myth of The Strong Black Woman
Mar 07, 202201:08:14
Maintaining A Healthy Friendship Within A Marriage
Feb 28, 202242:45
From Generational Trauma To Generational Healing With Celeste The Therapist
Feb 21, 202256:39
Is There A Safe Place For Black Men To Be Vulnerable?

Is There A Safe Place For Black Men To Be Vulnerable?

Are there really safe places where black men can be vulnerable and express their thoughts, feelings and opinions without judgement and ridicule?

Coach Love is going to talk with us about ways that we can facilitate these spaces for our men.

Go follow her on Instagram @onecoachlove_

Feb 14, 202201:00:01
How Do Men And Women Handle Heartbreak?
Feb 07, 202201:16:02
Shifting Out Of Victim Mode And Getting Your Power Back
Jan 31, 202201:17:38
10 Signs That You May Be A People Pleaser

10 Signs That You May Be A People Pleaser

Are you a people pleaser?
Do you find it difficult to say no to the people that you care about even when you know you should?
Do you avoid conflict just to keep the peace?

In this episode we're chatting with our special guest, Ursula B from Black Girls Getting Their Shift Together. We're diving into the mentality behind this behavior and sharing some valuable insight on how to develop a healthier balance in our relationships.

Don't pass up this dope conversation!!!

Jan 24, 202201:22:47
How To Turn Your Pain Into Purpose And Not Poison

How To Turn Your Pain Into Purpose And Not Poison

Do you know if you have suffered trauma before? Have you ever hurt someone you love and didn't know how exactly why you did it? In this episode our special guest, Altagracia Felix, an Intuitive Trauma Coach, gave us some great insight on what trauma is and how it can show up in our lives. If you've ever heard the saying that "hurt people hurt other people" then you want to listen to this episode!!

Jan 17, 202256:43
Creativity And Mental Health. How They Affect Each Other

Creativity And Mental Health. How They Affect Each Other

Dope Discussions Live is kicking off the new year with our special guest, BET film producer, editor and author, Lorisa Bates. Her book series titled Benita Renee Jenkins: Diva Secret Agent is a wonderful tale of action, suspense and romance. She's joining us to discuss the relationship between creativity and mental health and to offer to insight on how to create balance in both of these areas of our lives.

You can connect with her on Instagram @thelorisabates or her website at www.lorisabates.com.

Jan 10, 202201:02:51
End Of The Year Celebratory Episode!!

End Of The Year Celebratory Episode!!

This is our end of the year celebration episode! We made it to 3000 subscribers on YouTube so in this live episode we played word scramble with our viewing audience and then shared some of our favorite funny TikTok videos. See y'all back here in January of 2022!!!

Dec 20, 202101:11:08
How To Manage Depression and Anxiety During The Holidays
Dec 13, 202101:32:39
Is Yelling At Your Partner Considered To Be Abusive?
Dec 06, 202101:01:09
How Mental Health Affects Our Dating Life
Nov 29, 202101:01:21
The 5 Love Languages. What Does Yours Say About You?
Nov 22, 202101:27:00
Healing The Pain of The Absent Father Wound

Healing The Pain of The Absent Father Wound

Bernadette Jackson is a strategist and speaker who guides fatherless daughters through the process of healing their pain and gaining clarity about who they really are and how to love themselves without the need for external validation. So many nuggets were dropped in this conversation. Check it out!! Connect with Bernadette on Instagram @bernadettenjackson or visit her website https://smart.bio/bjacksonres/

Nov 15, 202101:06:60
Crazy and Ratchet News Stories

Crazy and Ratchet News Stories

Dope Discussions has been long overdue to bring you some more crazy and ratchet news stories. Just when you think people can't shock you, a story hits the news that you just can't believe is true. Listen as we try to wrap our heads around some of these current crazy news stories.

Nov 08, 202101:17:07
The Friend Zone: Is It A Real Thing?

The Friend Zone: Is It A Real Thing?

The dreaded "Friend Zone". 

Nobody really likes being here. Have you ever been put there by someone that you really liked? Did you stay around for the friendship or did you stay hoping that one day they would change their minds and want you in the same way that you want them?  What are the rules of the friend zone? If someone friend zones you, isn't it a choice whether you stay there or not? Can you really be friends with someone when you're secretly or not so secretly hoping for more?  Gator and I dived into this topic with personal experience and our own set of questions. Is the friend zone a real thing or not?

Nov 01, 202158:48
Relationships, Sex, Love and Money. What Women Think

Relationships, Sex, Love and Money. What Women Think

Conversations with beautiful, intelligent women from different and similar backgrounds is my favorite. Rich in experience and generous in transparency. We are very excited for you to hear these ladies in the Dope Discussions studio. Be ready to hear an awesome conversation with insight, real life experiences and plenty of transparent moments. Let's talk about relationships, sex, love and money from the minds of women. 👩🏾

Oct 25, 202102:38:36
Why Are Black Men and Black Women So Angry At Each Other?

Why Are Black Men and Black Women So Angry At Each Other?

We are so excited to have JeVaughn and Nikisa back in the Dope Discussions studio!!! They were our guests on the very first Facebook live show and it was awesome!!! They are helping us tackle the sticky subject of the social media war that's going on between black men and black women. Why are we bashing each other instead of coming together? Let's talk about solutions.

Oct 18, 202101:11:44
What's Going On In The World Today?

What's Going On In The World Today?

In the words of Marvin Gaye "What's going on, ohhh what's going on? Living in the information era life can become so overwhelming. Let's unpack and unload some of these topics together.

1. R Kelly was found guilty but people are still trying to justify listening to his music?
2. Facebook and Instagram went down for one day and people lost their minds.
3. Why have BBLs become so popular and normalized in our society?
4. Are the reported unemployment numbers accurate? Why are businesses still complaining that they can't hire or keep employees?
5. Why are so many women having encounters with creepy men following them, stalking them in public places and threatening their safety?
What's really going on here?
Oct 11, 202101:26:12
I Caught My Partner Cheating, Now What Do I Do?

I Caught My Partner Cheating, Now What Do I Do?

Soooo you've caught your partner cheating or you've received irrefutable evidence of the affair, what is your immediate reaction? What is your next move? Do you choose violence? Do you shut down in shock? Do you cry or yell? Do you ask for an explanation or do you just walk away in silence? Well Gator and I are going to share some of our personal stories about how we handled being cheated on in the moment and how we handled the aftermath of something so hurtful.
Oct 04, 202101:24:15
Financial Literacy and Generational Wealth

Financial Literacy and Generational Wealth

In this episode we welcomed special guest, Jackson Watkins, owner and founder of J Watkins, LLC. He has created a forum to help people who lack financial education. His goal is to reach communities who are left in the dark about the importance of investing and building generational wealth that will outlive them. He didn't have access to finance management programs in his neighborhood. His goal is to make an impact on the families that can benefit the most.  His motto is "There is a place at the table for everyone". You can connect with him at his website www.jacksonwatkins.net

Sep 27, 202138:07
Who Was I As A Child? Who Am I Today?

Who Was I As A Child? Who Am I Today?

In this episode of Dope Discussions Gator and I are strolling down memory lane and talking about our childhood. How we were raised, what our personalities were back then, who were the people that impacted us the most, what were our dreams for the future and how did that period of our lives shape us into the people we are today. Get ready to laugh and maybe even cry but for sure you will come away from this conversation knowing us a lot better than you did before. Stay connected with us on Instagram @dopediscussions_pod or catch us live every Sunday on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwOqotKwzfZeOqE-LpuMn5w

Sep 26, 202101:27:45
Are We Living In A Trigger Happy Society?

Are We Living In A Trigger Happy Society?

Let's talk about being "triggered".  Where did this term originate from? Has it become the new mainstream buzz word? Is our modern society too easily triggered and if so what's the solution for that?  Well who better than our brother Derrick Jones to have this conversation with? Follow him on Instagram @relationship_gumbo and follow us @dopediscussions_pod

Sep 13, 202101:02:15
Powerful Affirmations For Fempreneurs

Powerful Affirmations For Fempreneurs

Dope Discussions welcomes Nadia Francois and her beautiful coauthors as special guests on our show this Sunday!! They will be talking about their new book titled "Powerful Affirmations for Fempreneurs". We love interviewing inspirational authors sharing positive and encouraging messages to our audience.
You can contact our special guests here: Elizabeth Crawford @selfinvest101 www.wisdomforlife101.com Dr. Feleshia Borskey Young, Psy.D• www.feleshiaborskeyyoung.com @411forwomen on all social Celeste Payne• celesteempowers.com/mybooks www.theWOWpages.com
Aug 23, 202136:35
Part 2: Rape Culture and How It Effects Our Community

Part 2: Rape Culture and How It Effects Our Community

In this episode me and Gator along with our special guests, continue this important conversation about what rape culture is, how it effects our communities and how we can create solutions in changing this belief system so that we can build trust and support for each other. If you would like to watch the video version of this discussion click the link here to our YouTube: https://youtu.be/jKmKfXfwE9M

Aug 16, 202101:48:35
Marriage Mentality: The Fantasy vs The Reality

Marriage Mentality: The Fantasy vs The Reality

Are you ready for another Dope Discussion? Well we are excited to host our special guests Jason and Ashley Harris from the Loveology podcast!!! They are joining us to discuss all things marriage. We are going to talk about the contrast in what many of us think marriage is about versus what it actually entails. You can connect with our guests on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram @loveologypodcast

Aug 09, 202149:29
Sexual Promiscuity. Is It More Acceptable Today?

Sexual Promiscuity. Is It More Acceptable Today?

In this episode we will talk about the topic of sexual promiscuity and the reasons why we have sex with multiple partners. Is the motivation different for men than for women? Why have women become so vocal and open about having sex with multiple people? Is there a cause and effect explanation for this behavior? Let's dig deep and explore the mindset behind this behavior.

Aug 02, 202151:01
If I Show You My Scars Will You Still Accept Me?

If I Show You My Scars Will You Still Accept Me?

In this episode of Dope Discussions we're talking about the process of loving again after experiencing some pain in our past. Let's discuss how men and women can connect by creating a safe space for each other to let down those guards and reveal those scars that we hide from the world. We are excited to welcome the guys from the Real Shop Talk to come in and give us some very valuable and introspective views on this topic. This was a game changing conversation. Let us know your thoughts!!!

Jul 26, 202101:36:22
Depression and Anxiety: The Invisible Enemy Within

Depression and Anxiety: The Invisible Enemy Within

What does depression and anxiety look like? It looks like your best friend who makes everybody laugh. It looks like your mother who loves to reach out and help anybody in need. It looks like your co-worker who always looks so put together that you ask her for fashion tips.   The scary thing is that depression and anxiety looks like every day normal people and it's time for us to talk about it. No more suffering in silence and no more thinking that you are alone. Our special guest life coach, podcast host and mental health & wellness advocate, Ursula B is joining us for this very important discussion.

Jul 19, 202101:31:39
How Do You Tell Your Partner That The Love Is Gone?

How Do You Tell Your Partner That The Love Is Gone?

How do you know when the love is gone and the relationship is over? Do you sit your partner down and tell them how you feel or do you keep going through the motions hoping that the love will come back? How do you look someone in the eye and tell them that you don't love them anymore when they are not ready to let go? Our special guests include a panel of men and women who will share their experience and perspective on this topic.

Jul 12, 202101:19:36
Hustle Culture: Are We Grinding Ourselves Into An Early Grave?

Hustle Culture: Are We Grinding Ourselves Into An Early Grave?

Are we sacrificing our physical and mental health for the hustle culture?  Our society has normalized working from sun up till sun down to chase the bag by all means necessary so we can out hustle the next person as a badge of honor, but at what cost?  If we live by the motto "I can sleep when I die" that day might just come a lot sooner than later. Let's talk about how we got here and some healthy ways to balance out the extremes.

Jul 05, 202149:37
Is Social Media Promoting Self Love or Narcissism?

Is Social Media Promoting Self Love or Narcissism?

At what point does self love turn into vanity and narcissism? Have we tainted the concept of what self love really is? Has social media created a spirit of narcissism in our society or has it revealed what was already there?

Jun 28, 202152:04
Should Christians Use Online Dating and Should They Date Multiple People?

Should Christians Use Online Dating and Should They Date Multiple People?

Do you believe that Christian women and men can use online dating sites while still staying faithful to their beliefs or do you believe that it should be off limits? Is dating multiple people out of alignment with the Christian faith and values? Well I'm sure there's a whole range of opinions out there about this subject so let's have the conversation on today's episode.

Jun 14, 202101:04:53
Good Credit and Bad Credit: What You Need To Know

Good Credit and Bad Credit: What You Need To Know

Tune in to another Dope Discussion!

Today our special guest, Shawn Murphy, owner of Platinum Solutions by Shawn, is coming to talk with us about credit repair and how to elevate our finances. Financial literacy is something our community has been missing for way too long so this is a very important conversation to have. Learn about what to look out for on your credit report and what your legal rights are for paying off old debts.

Jun 07, 202143:04
Forged By Fire: Built God Tough

Forged By Fire: Built God Tough

Get ready to be set on fire by this powerful lineup of women! The authors of the anthology Forged By Fire: Built God Tough joined us to talk about this phenomenal collection of transparent testimonies. Be ready for a spirit filled conversation from some of the following co authors: Dr Shadaria Allison, Angienette Watts, Robin Goff, Sharnwanika Pittman, Tulisa Dennis Manaway and the visionary of the project, Ketrice Keys. Be ready to cry, laugh and pass the collection plate because this here will preach!!!

May 31, 202101:36:24
Can You Find Real Love With Your Friend's Ex?

Can You Find Real Love With Your Friend's Ex?

Do you live by the friend code or does that not apply when it comes to finding love? Would you be okay with your friend dating your ex or would that be a betrayal in your eyes?

We're going to be taking live calls from the viewers and reading live comments in the chat room on this topic. Let's see what's the general opinion on this hot topic.

May 24, 202152:48
ARE YOU SETTING BOUNDARIES OR BUILDING EMOTIONAL WALLS?

ARE YOU SETTING BOUNDARIES OR BUILDING EMOTIONAL WALLS?

We're back in effect this Sunday with relationship coach Derrick Jones from the Relationship Gumbo Podcast!!  We're talking about setting healthy boundaries and how to know when you're actually building walls instead. Many of us think that they are one in the same but they're not. Derrick is going to show us the difference in the two so we can make the necessary changes and create the effective communication that we all desire.

May 17, 202101:00:19