Grow to Glo
By Dana Lee
Grow to GloSep 19, 2018
Episode 32 - It Was Good Until It Wasn't
Man…it was all good until it wasn’t! Wow, what a time we are living in. Join me this episode as I discuss my quarantine routine and different ways to stay uplifted during this difficult time. As we continue to grow and glo, it is important we remain optimistic and meet the moment.
Thank you always for supporting me on this journey.
IG: @theonlydanalee
Email: growtoglopodcast@gmail.com
Blog: www.donnasdaughter.com
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
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
Episode 29 - No Glove, No Love (feat. @swish_dee)
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.
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
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!
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
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!
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!
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
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
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
Episode 20- Tis The Season
Episode 19- Build-A-Man
- 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
Episode 18- Family Feud
- Is blood really thicker than water though?
- Protecting our peace vs. subjecting ourselves to toxic spaces
- Moving past the guilt
Episode 17- Plant Based Shawty, Special Guest Erika Hazel
- Vegan myths, easy eating, and love
- Vegan Mac and Cheese, what?!?
- Follow her @the_bizerkeley_vegan
Episode 16- To Freedom!
- Difficult things we’ve had to forgive
- Obstacles that prevent us from forgiving
- We’ll forgive, but probably won’t forget
Episode 15- October Feels
- Dana’s trip to Rome
- Entitlement culture
- People be projectin’
Episode 14- Guilty Pleasures
Episode 2- Friends
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
Episode 1- Summer Love
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*
Episode 13- The Disappearing Act
- 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