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Grow to Glo

Grow to Glo

By Dana Lee

Welcome to the Grow to Glo Podcast with Dana Lee. Here I share truths and new ways to grow and glo in this always evolving world. Join me in the journey to discovering our best selves!
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Episode 32 - It Was Good Until It Wasn't

Grow to GloMay 15, 2020

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Episode 32 - It Was Good Until It Wasn't
May 15, 202043:17
Episode 31 - So Sick (of the Rona)

Episode 31 - So Sick (of the Rona)

Not only am I so sick of this coronavirus situation, but I am also SO SICK of the technical difficulties! But, here is some content for you all! Join Anthony and I as we discuss the coronavirus mayhem that has beseeched our lives. How has it impacted you? What are you doing to remain safe and healthy during this season in mind, body, and spirit? Let me know!

Hope you enjoy the episode!

IG: @theonlydanalee

Intro music produced by: @thejessejamez

Mar 13, 202050:28
Episode 30 - Me

Episode 30 - Me

Hi beautiful people! Per your poll results, this episode is solely a conversation catching up on life and everything that has occurred from the alleged Hot Girl Summer until now. I really hope you enjoy! Please reach out to me via social media about also incorporating video into my podcast production and three words/thoughts you have about me and this podcast. ALL OPINIONS ACCEPTED.

Thank you again so much for the support!

Social:

Instagram - @theonlydanalee and @growtoglo

Twitter - @growtoglo and @danaleeinsanity

Email: growtoglopodcast@gmail.com

Oct 16, 201941:25
Episode 29 - No Glove, No Love (feat. @swish_dee)

Episode 29 - No Glove, No Love (feat. @swish_dee)

Hot girl summer is officially over. Today we are discussing dating apps and the dating environment now! I have a special guest on this episode - a male perspective on the topic. Make sure to follow Derek on the following platforms:
Twitter/IG: swish_dee
Hope you enjoy! Leave a comment/review of the episode!
Apologize for the pitch on this episode, mixed it as best I could.
Sep 26, 201951:08
Episode 28 - Hot Girl Summer

Episode 28 - Hot Girl Summer

It is 100% a hot girl summer ya'll and I HAD to clarify what this means. There has been many misconceptions floating around on the internet with hot girl vs. hot boy. I came to set the record straight. 

IG/Twitter: @growtoglo

Jul 11, 201942:38
Episode 27 - Rush vs. Rest

Episode 27 - Rush vs. Rest

This week Anthony is back!!! We are discussing rush vs. rest. In life, we often feel compelled to accomplish all of our life goals immediately rather than taking our time and enjoying life presently as it is. We discuss how this shows up in our lives. 

Thank you for tuning in to our latest episode! Have a hot girl summer!

Jun 27, 201952:44
Episode 26 - Love Thy Health feat. Antony Awad, M.S.

Episode 26 - Love Thy Health feat. Antony Awad, M.S.

 Thank you for tuning in to the show! I have a special guest joining me on today’s episode. Medical student Antony Awad discusses many aspects of our health and more:  

  • The best skincare routine before and during summer
  • Healthcare and millennials 
  • Healthcare disparities/Racism in healthcare
  • Black women’s mortality in childbirth 

Health professionals mentioned by Antony:

@Lauralacquer

@brownskinderm

Antony’s IG: @upscalemedlife

May 06, 201901:14:57
Episode 25 - The Ghetto

Episode 25 - The Ghetto

We are two black millennials who discuss current events, reflect on life topics and discuss different ways we can continue to grow and glow within our generation.

Sorry it has been a minute since we’ve posted! This episode is a reflection and a discussion of recent current events ranging from the alleged Jussie Smollett hoax to Jordyn Woods and Michael Jackson. 

We have several “Let Us Put You On” things - too much to list. 

Thank you for listening to our show!

Mar 18, 201901:46:02
Episode 24 - Blickety Black

Episode 24 - Blickety Black

 We are two black millennials who discuss current events, reflect on life topics and discuss different ways we can continue to grow and glow within our generation.

Current events: Grammys, 21 Savage and ICE, & Gucci Brand Blackface Scandal

Topic: In honor of black history, we discuss our fave black things and why we love being black.

Let Us Put You On: Dana -Mushroom Chaga Elixir, Lalah Delia, Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport; Anthony - Lies My Teacher Told Me; Parable of the Sower 

Grow to Glo Goals: energy cleansing and continuing to be present

Thanks again for listening to our show! 

Feb 18, 201901:30:58
Episode 23 - No, No, No

Episode 23 - No, No, No

 Happy Black History Month! Thanks for tuning in to another episode of Grow to Glo. 

We are two black millennials who discuss current events, reflect on life topics and discuss different ways we can continue to grow and glow within our generation.

  • Current event: Jussie Smollett brutal attack
  • “I said NO!”: We discuss the meaning and purpose of our no’s, why we have boundaries, how others can learn to adapt to boundaries, healthy vs. unhealthy boundaries
  • The people who cannot take a no for an answer, go moisturize yourself.
  • Let Us Put You On: Dana’s new finds - Amanda Seales HBO Comedy Special “I Be Knowing”, Khyenci Album “Love + Kinder Things”, Becoming by Michelle Obama; Anthony’s new finds:The Will to Change- Bell Hooks; Don’t Call Us Dead- Danez Smith; Into the Spiderverse movie 
  • Grow to Glo goal: Write more, and very clear YES and NO’s 
Feb 04, 201901:21:01
Episode 22- Problematic Faves

Episode 22- Problematic Faves

Happy New Year! We are back with our 22nd episode. 


-We talk current events: Trump and his McDonald’s fiasco, the government shutdown, and the dark series Surviving R Kelly. 


-Topic of the week: Problematic Faves. The roller coaster history of Chris Brown and the rock bottom moment of Kanye West. 


-We have a new segment called “Let Us Put You On” where we share books, tv shows, music, and movies that have impacted us this week. 


-Grow to Glow Goal: insight and understanding 

Jan 23, 201901:13:22
Episode 21- Wrap it Up Then!

Episode 21- Wrap it Up Then!

Our last episode of the year. Bye, 2018! We discuss: 

- Accomplishments of 2018

- Top struggles of 2018 

- Goals for 2019 

Dec 27, 201801:09:03
Episode 20- Tis The Season

Episode 20- Tis The Season

Join us for a Christmas themed holiday kiki as we discuss our favorite memories and tingz. Fa la la la la la la la laaaaaa: - The best & worst Christmas presents we’ve received - Our go-to holiday movies and songs - The baddest Christmas characters in the game
Dec 19, 201801:05:03
Episode 19- Build-A-Man

Episode 19- Build-A-Man

Since cuffing season is quickly approaching, we have a little fun and build our ideal men #manifesting:
- Dana recounts her trips to Spain and France
- We discuss the physical builds, hobbies, and attributes of our future baes
- Some aspects are non-negotiable, but we’re willing to compromise others
Dec 05, 201801:12:28
Episode 18- Family Feud

Episode 18- Family Feud

We discuss our Thanksgivings and how we deal with certain family members that be tryin’ us:
- Is blood really thicker than water though?
- Protecting our peace vs. subjecting ourselves to toxic spaces
- Moving past the guilt
Nov 26, 201851:09
Episode 17- Plant Based Shawty, Special Guest Erika Hazel

Episode 17- Plant Based Shawty, Special Guest Erika Hazel

Join us for a delicious conversation with the Bizerkeley Vegan, Erika Hazel. Sorry for the tech issues.
- Vegan myths, easy eating, and love
- Vegan Mac and Cheese, what?!?
- Follow her @the_bizerkeley_vegan
Nov 20, 201801:10:16
Episode 16- To Freedom!

Episode 16- To Freedom!

We discuss forgiveness:
- Difficult things we’ve had to forgive
- Obstacles that prevent us from forgiving
- We’ll forgive, but probably won’t forget
Nov 12, 201853:46
Episode 15- October Feels

Episode 15- October Feels

It’s been a month, but we’re back and catch up for a quick kiki! Pardon the technical difficulties and mic troubles, y’all know this technology never loved us. We discuss:
- Dana’s trip to Rome
- Entitlement culture
- People be projectin’
Nov 05, 201801:12:06
Episode 14- Guilty Pleasures

Episode 14- Guilty Pleasures

Join us for another kiki as we discuss some of our guilty pleasures in music, tv, movies, and more: - Paramore & T. Swift - Cruel Intentions & Mean Girls - Role play & The Shade Room
Oct 03, 201801:07:06
Episode 2- Friends

Episode 2- Friends

We changed hosting websites and had to re-upload.

Beyonce lays the foundation for friendships. Also:
- We will NOT be fighting an alligator for y'all
- Dana Lee breaks down "Friends" by Beyonce... we mean, The Carters (there is no copyright infringement, don't come for us, B!)
- To cut them off-- to not to cut them off-- that, is the question
Sep 27, 201801:25:05
Episode 1- Summer Love

Episode 1- Summer Love

We changed hosting sites and had to re-upload.

It’s our first episode, y’all, and it’s all about summer love #comecorrect. We discuss:
* Monogamy vs Thottamy
* It was 3 years ago, #letitgo
* Team #BaeVibes vs. Team #NiceforWhat
* Men still can’t communicate in 2018 *eye roll*
Sep 27, 201801:26:13
Episode 13- The Disappearing Act

Episode 13- The Disappearing Act

Is it evil to ghost or cool if needed? We discuss:
- Signs you’re being ghosted and reasons why
- Times we’ve ghosted and been ghosted (their loss, we know)
- Moving forward after being Casper’ed
Sep 27, 201801:06:52
Episode 12- Grow to Glo University

Episode 12- Grow to Glo University

We reminisce on our freshman year… taking it back to 2010, y’all: They’d never seen a Black person before. In a relationship? Break up with them. “ I hate group projects, I swear.”
Sep 19, 201801:04:27
Episode 11- Black Therapy Matters

Episode 11- Black Therapy Matters

Join us as we unpack depression and therapy in the Black community: RIP Mac Miller Just Keep Swimming
Sep 13, 201801:11:13
Episode 10- I Cheat, And?

Episode 10- I Cheat, And?

We discuss our thoughts about cheating: Dana is worried about karma Anthony really doesn’t care
Aug 29, 201858:48
Episode 9- The 5 Love Languages

Episode 9- The 5 Love Languages

We discuss our love languages and: Teatime with Stacy Just a few clicks reading us to filth We don’t have too much faith in them being receptive, but we’ll see
Aug 24, 201801:02:40
Episode 8- Petty LaBelle

Episode 8- Petty LaBelle

Petty pie, anyone? We discuss: The return of Onika and Issa One of us doesn’t have a petty bone in our body (lol)… the other is petty within reason You’re not even worthy of our petty
Aug 14, 201801:07:50
Episode 7- The Hotation Stays in Rotation

Episode 7- The Hotation Stays in Rotation

Join us as we kiki and spill some tea: What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas Mercury in Retrograde bringing out all the exes #accessdenied You better address ALL of the points in our paragraphs of texts
Aug 08, 201801:05:05
Episode 6- Show Yourself Some Love

Episode 6- Show Yourself Some Love

We discuss things that we have struggled to love about ourselves and progress we have made in practicing self-love: It doesn’t stop my cash flow I don’t know what he is, I don’t know what he likes, but I know it ain’t my business Self-love is the greatest middle finger of all time
Aug 01, 201858:47
Episode 5- Savage Self-Preservation

Episode 5- Savage Self-Preservation

We discuss the art of letting go: “You aren’t a selfish person for taking care of yourself, just a happier one.” Underwear… cars… who needs them? Flowin like Flo from Progressive
Jul 24, 201801:10:43
Episode 4- Kiki, Are You Listening?

Episode 4- Kiki, Are You Listening?

Join us for a quick kiki: He sounds like Seth Rogen She wasn’t hiding her boo from the world, she was hiding the thirsty world from her boo Social media, you too much
Jul 17, 201839:15
Episode 3- Chase My Passions or Chase a Check?

Episode 3- Chase My Passions or Chase a Check?

We just wanna have our cake and eat it too… these bills tho. We discuss: Y’all remember playing MASH? #heyLeo Lebron loves Blaze Pizza Do you remember who you were before the world told you who you should be?
Jul 02, 201801:16:28