In My [Blank] Opinion

On this week's episode, Adora and Alex briefly recap recent news about a prediction they made last week. In Part 2 of this episode, Adora and Alex review the predictions they have for 2022. If you haven’t already, be sure to tune into last week’s episode for Part 1. In ‘Wins and Fails,’ Adora shares her thoughts on Spotify’s Joe Rogan issue and Alex celebrates Rihanna’s big news.

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On this week's episode, Alex gives updates on her move to NYC and Adora discusses how she is using music to tap into her own beauty. In Part I of this episode, Adora and Alex review the predictions friends of the pod sent in last, as well as their own. Be sure to tune into next week’s episode for Part II, as they share their official 2022 predictions.

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On this week's episode, Alex and Adora are catching up to unpack their feelings and opinions about the ‘new year, new me’ mentality. They both unveil their words of the year and how they think about setting intentions and resolutions. In ‘Wins and Fails’, Alex discusses warped influencers perception of hard work and Adora shares a new years recommendation.

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On this week's episode, Alex and Adora are finally discussing the Kardashians! Adora discusses her "cycle of rumination" over hard decisions and how she is using the value "move fast" to overcome it. In ‘Wins and Fails’, Alex highlights Rihanna's National Hero award from her home country of Barbados and Adora dwells on the recent breakup of The Bachelorette's Tayshia and Zac

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On this week's episode, Alex and Adora are reviewing 2021 with the help of Spotify…Wrapped! Alex shares about her travels abroad and Adora discusses how she is navigating “intentional” unemployment. In ‘Wins and Fails’, they discuss Chrissy Teigen, classism, and the SATC reboot.

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On this week's episode, Alex and Adora are celebrating their 1 year anniversary of podcasting by discussing the season changing, things they're loving and what is means to be a sad girl this autumn. They talk about what makes their podcasting partnership work and goals they have going into their second year. In ‘Wins and Fails’, they touch on the season premiere of Succession and the state of work in America.

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On this weeks episode, Adora and Alex are sitting down to answer your questions using insights from pop culture and media. They start by following up from Episode 44's conversation about the "Hot" v. "Shy" girl archetypes. The duo then discuss interpreting men's intentions in IG DMs, approaching guys at the gym, and dealing with anti-vax family members. In ‘Wins and Fails’, they the meaning of Bachelor in Paradise's Maurissa and Riley's engagement and Zazie Beetz casting as Stagecoach Mary.

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On this episode, Adora and Alex are joined by Alicia O'Neal to discuss the TV series Girlfriends, our favorite celebrity couples, her background in nutrition and her new book, Becoming An Unstoppable Woman! And in ‘Wins and Fails,’ Alex discusses recent drama surrounding a Youtube family and Adora goes into what the R. Kelly's conviction means to her.

On this week's episode, Adora and Alex break down the difference between "mean girls," "shy girls," and "ordinary girls," the characteristics of each trope, and how the media doesn't allow for the average ordinary woman to fall in love. They catch up about new passions and interests, and daydream about second lives as wedding planners and professional tennis players. In "Wins and Fails," they discuss the recent competition show, "The Activist," and Met Gala show stopper, Quannah Chasinghorse.

On this episode, Adora and Alex are joined by Marième to talk all things Bachelor in Paradise, her upbringing in Senegal, and the complexities of being a legal justice advocate in an innately broken legal system. Adora and Alex share the latest takes on the recent BIP drama between Brendan, Pieper and Natasha. And in ‘Wins and Fails,’ Alex discusses Drake and Kanye featuring abusers on their newest albums and Adora gives her win to the ultra flirty red carpet moment between Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac.

On this episode, Adora and Alex are talking about the concept of ‘white excellence,’ how that shows up across different media forms, and the need for more examples of this on screen. They check in about their unique values and how this specific language is empowering them to make clearer and more aligned choices. In ‘Wins and Fails,’ Adora discusses the leaked news that Matt James joining the cast of DWTS and Alex pokes fun at the DM drama surrounding Kourtney and Travis Baker’s PDA.

On this weeks' episode Adora and Alex are joined by Michelle Fujii to dispel myths about the US government, discuss nuclear weapons abolition and her family personal connection to the Nagasaki nuclear bombing. In 'Wins and Fails,' they discuss the Erika Jayne's scandal upsetting this season of RHOBH and Nedra Tawab's advice about "using real words."

On this week's episode, Alex and Adora are discussing what is means to be 25, quarter life crises and the life lessons they have acquired along the way. They also check-in with Alex about how she spent her birthday and how Adora is finding new career mentors. In ‘Wins and Fails’, they discuss the rich white people not bathing and gaslighting on the The Bachelorette.

On this week's episode, Alex and Adora are talking about the all the summer books that are piquing their interests, fueling their fantasies and supporting their personal growth. They also explore the struggles of bringing your "authentic self" to work. In ‘Wins and Fails’, they discuss the Issa Rae’s surprise wedding and the internet’s reaction to Simon Biles’ mental health at the Olympic.

📚Link to books mentioned by Adora:

On this weeks episode, Adora and Alex are sitting down to answer your questions using insights from pop culture and media. The duo discusses working remotely in your early twenties, making new friends in a new city, and mindless TV shows to watch. In ‘Wins and Fails’, they discuss the red pill 'manosphere' and cardboard beds at the Olympics.

On this week's episode, Alex and Adora are joined by Jillian to chat about America's Next Top Model, "smizing," and how to leverage your strengths. This is a must listen to episode, as Jillian shares her wisdom on how to pursue your interests and find success while doing so. In "wins and fail," they get into Black womens' treatment at the Olympics and a special moment on Bravo's Family Karma.

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Adora and Alex are joined by a very special guest, Adora’s sister Jackie (@jacqueenin). Jackie is an actress, jewelry designer, and here to chat about NBC's hit series This is Us, her love for jewelry, and her experience as an actress in Hollywood. Plus, they get into #FreeBritney, Black Tiktok creators on strike, and the new creator economy.

Alex and Adora chat with Lydia (@herownhome) about the newest Netflix reality show Marriage or Mortgage. They have plenty of opinions on the concept of the show and which of the two options they would choose (hint: it’s not marriage). They also go into home ownership, the work Lydia is doing with Her Own Home to empower women to buy property, and play a fun game of this or that wedding & home edition. Alex & Adora also go into Phylicia Rashad being named Dean of the College Of Fine Arts for Howard University and Elon Musk’s gig at SNL.

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Alex and Adora are joined by Adora's very own Financial Advisor, Hector to discuss Schitt's Creek, how not to lose your money, and what approach we should take in our finances. They also go into bio-hacking, re-watching old TV shows, and the Khloe Kardashian unedited picture scandal. TW: Alex and Adora do talk about body image issues in the last 13 minutes of the show.

Find Hector: https://financialgym.com/

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Join Alex, Adora, and Josephine(!!!) as they discuss the newest film from director Lee Isaac Chung, starring Steven Yeun, Minari. They talk about the Korean American experience, growing up in immigrant households, mainstream vs. indie K-pop, and the nuances of the surge in Asian representation in pop culture. TW: Alex and Adora also talk about intuitive eating and their connection with food in the first 10 minutes of the episode.

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It's Bachelor finale time! Join Alex and Adora as they recap the final episode of Matt James' season of the Bachelor and the mess that came with it. Listen to get their opinions on Emmanuel Acho as host, the two new bachelorettes, and the Rachael of it all. They also briefly get into astrology, Game of Thrones, and award season.

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Alex and Adora are joined by sisters Briana and Zaria from The Blk Lens (@theblklens) to discuss The Last Black Man in San Francisco, adding their perspective as SF natives. They get into their experience growing up in SF, how it's changed, where it's taken them, and get into the some hot takes on dating in the Bay Area.

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Alex and Adora are joined by Desirae Shantel (@desirae.shantel) from Symptoms of Suburbia to discuss Malcom & Marie – and there’s a lot to discuss👀. Plus they get into Desirae’s journey into self development, what inspires her, and encourage her to pursue a career in life coaching. You won’t want to miss out on all her wisdom.

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Listen to Symptoms of Suburbia: https://www.desiraeshantel.com/podcast

Books Desirae mentioned:

Trust by Iyanla Vanzant - https://iyanla.com/trust/ 

Believe IT by Jamie Kern Lima - https://believeit.com/

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Alex and Adora team up with Zillennial blogger Maya (@maya.esthetic) (@fat.fit.fly) to chat about the best (and the worst) movies that represent Black love. They also get into body positivity, the power of representation, and how do we define "medium ugly" men. Don't miss out!

Check out and support Maya's blog: https://www.mayaesthetic.com/

Follow her on IG: @maya.esthetic @fat.fit.fly

Alex and Adora join forces with Rom-Com experts Boka Agboje and Garrett Balliett from the Bromance Podcast to discuss the ultimate new age teen Rom-Com "To All the Boys I've Loved Before." You can expect hot takes on everything from the movie, on Matthew Mcconaughey, on dating, and on the essentials of a great Rom-Com.

Alex and Adora talk to dating expert Jordan from @DatingDefined, a dating service found in most major US cities. They talk about the ultimate dating show: the Bachelor, dating advice, rules for a great first date, and what apps you should have on your dating journey.

Alex and Adora welcome Jenn Gonzalez (@lawtina__jenn) to discuss the film Just Mercy with Michael B. Jordan and everything that's wrong with the legal system (hint: it's a lot). Don't miss Jenn's insightful and thoughtful input!