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Love Is Black Podcast

Love Is Black Podcast

By Karese Laguerre & Harvey Laguerre

Weekly podcast about the many joys and struggles of black love and relationships. Intertwining laughs, healthy debate and mutual respect as we delve into love within the culture.
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Ep. 7 Love Is Musical?

Love Is Black PodcastMay 28, 2020

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S5, Ep 20- Chapter 20 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 20- Chapter 20 (Brandon)

Welcome to a new episode of Love Is Black podcast. We are continuing the great love story between Vybe & Brandon. How was the secret meeting meeting between Brandon and Stephen. Did they butt heads or connect? Will Vybe be happy to see Brandon. Listen and find out.

Feb 22, 202417:29
S5, Ep 19- Chapter 19 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 19- Chapter 19 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we continue the ultimate black love story between Vybe and Brandon.

In this chapter we follow Vybe in Miami for the concert and an unexpected date. Does Brandon accompany her to the concert? Could there be a new male in pursuit of her company? Will Queen Summer maintain her adoration?

Listen to find out.

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Feb 08, 202417:02
S5, Ep 18 - Chapter 18 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 18 - Chapter 18 (Brandon)

Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast. This season is the great Black story. This week Brandon has the floor.

What is the fallout from the last conversation between Vybe & Brandon? How will his new found celebrity affect Brandon's personal and professional life? Find out these answers and more with chapter 18.

Feb 02, 202422:49
S5, Ep 17- Chapter 17 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 17- Chapter 17 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!

Join us in Brazil: https://blackandbonded.my.canva.site/

Join us this week as we continue the greatest black love story of Vybe and Brandon.

On this episode we finish out the Los Angeles trip with Vybe and Stephen. How has the John Roberson podcast impacted their anonymity? Who is Vybe taking to Miami? Listen to find out!



Dec 28, 202313:26
S5, Ep 16 - Chapter 16 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 16 - Chapter 16 (Brandon)

Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast. This week Brandon is back! What does he think about this podcast and his identity becoming public? Will this affect his relationship with Vybe going forward. Listen to find out.

Dec 14, 202316:25
S5, Ep 15- Chapter 15 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 15- Chapter 15 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we continue the ultimate black love story between Vybe and Brandon!

On this episode we follow Vybe to Los Angeles to record the podcast with John Roberson. With so much time between her and Brandon speaking will this podcast impact their blossoming rekindling? Listen this week to find out

Dec 07, 202315:48
S5, Ep. 14- Chapter 14 (Brandon)

S5, Ep. 14- Chapter 14 (Brandon)

Welcome Back to the Love is Black podcast and the great Black love story between Vybe and Brandon.

This week Brandon and Robin get together for dinner. Will Brandon find romance with another or is he just fooling himself?

Oct 19, 202316:52
*Season 5 Bonus Episode: Love Is Pressed?

*Season 5 Bonus Episode: Love Is Pressed?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we dissect the newest shenanigans by Jada Pinkett-Smith. On this episode we discuss: -Jada’s announcement of their 7 year separation; -The lies that may have covered the truth; -The illusions of black love icons that have failed us; -and more!
Oct 12, 202336:50
S5, Ep 13- Chapter 13 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 13- Chapter 13 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!


Join us this week as we continue the ultimate black love story between Vybe and Brandon!


On this episode we follow Vybe back to work as her life is turned upside down with a Page Six feature. Will the article impact the dynamics between Vybe and Brandon, or will it bring them closer? Listen this week to find out.

Oct 05, 202315:52
S5, Ep 12- Chapter 12 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 12- Chapter 12 (Brandon)

Welcome to the Love is Black podcast. This season is all about the great black love story. Follow along as Vybe and Brandon navigate romance.

How does Brandon feel after seeing Vybe's dad? Will he convince Vybe to come home for Thanksgiving? Was she with someone else when he called?

Listen in as the love story continues.

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Sep 28, 202314:25
S5, Ep 11- Chapter 11 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 11- Chapter 11 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we continue the ultimate black love story.

On this episode we follow Vybe back home to Seattle where she gets some unexpected news. How does it change her perception? Listen to find out.


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Sep 21, 202312:13
S5, Ep 10- Chapter 10 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 10- Chapter 10 (Brandon)

Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast. This season is all about the great Black love story. This chapter belong to Brandon.

What happened on the dance floor between Vybe and Brandon? Did he get his heart broken again? Are Vybe and Brandon friends after the wedding?

Find out by listening to this chapter.

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Sep 16, 202317:41
S5, Ep9- Chapter 9 (Vybe)

S5, Ep9- Chapter 9 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we continue telling the ultimate black love story.

On this episode accompany Vybe to the Queen Summer revival party and then to Denisha's wedding. Did her mishap with Brandon affect her experience at the concert that same evening, or change the dynamics of the wedding? Let's dive in and find out!

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Sep 07, 202317:22
S5, E8- Chapter 8 (Brandon)

S5, E8- Chapter 8 (Brandon)

Welcome back to The Love is Black podcast!

This week we hear Brandon's perspective on the coffee shop meet up. Did he get the closure he wanted? What was it like hearing Vybe's reasons for leaving?

Check out this installment of Love is Black.


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Aug 31, 202316:26
S5, Ep 7- Chapter 7 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 7- Chapter 7 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we continue the ultimate black love story between Vybe and Brandon.

On this episode, Vybe and Brandon sit down to discuss their past, but does it bring them closer together, or farther apart?


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Aug 24, 202317:19
S5, Ep 6- Chapter 6 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 6- Chapter 6 (Brandon)

Welcome back to the Love is Black podcast.

Join us this week as we hear from Brandon. What was the aftermath of seeing Vybe? Did seeing her bring up any old feelings? Will these formers lovers meet again? Listen to find out.


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Aug 17, 202323:20
S5, Ep 5- Chapter 5 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 5- Chapter 5 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we dive into another chapter of the ultimate black love story.

On this episode we follow Vybe's recall of the evening through her sharing with loved ones. She gets an unexpected invitation and makes one of her own for an unexpected encounter.

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Aug 10, 202316:03
S5, Ep 4- Chapter 4 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 4- Chapter 4 (Brandon)

Welcome back to the Love is Black podcast!


Join us this week as we continue telling the ultimate black love story between Vybe & Brandon.


This week we hear Brandon talk about his unexpected encounter with Vybe. How did it feel to see his old flame after 5 years? Was there still a spark? Check out Brandon's perspective on this chance meeting. Also, what other surprise awaits him at home?


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Aug 03, 202316:24
S5, Ep 3- Chapter 3 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 3- Chapter 3 (Vybe)

Welcome back to the Love is Black podcast!


Join us this week as we continue telling the ultimate black love story.


In this chapter Vybe finally gets to meet Queen Summer and the experience is unlike any she could have imagined. However, first, she has to survive an awkward and possibly uncomfortable conversation with her ex-boyfriend, Brandon. Join us next week when we get Brandon's point of view.


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Jul 27, 202314:42
S5, Ep 2- Chapter 2 (Brandon)

S5, Ep 2- Chapter 2 (Brandon)

Welcome back to the Love is Black podcast!


Join us this week as we continue telling the ultimate black love story.


In this chapter we meet Brandon, a young attorney on the verge of a professional change. After getting some unexpected news, he returns home. Brandon goes to a party and sees someone from his past.


Join us next week when these two reconnect.


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Jul 20, 202321:39
S5, Ep 1- Chapter 1 (Vybe)

S5, Ep 1- Chapter 1 (Vybe)

Welcome to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we begin telling the ultimate black love story.

In this chapter meet Vybe, a young accountant about to finally meet her icon. Before she departs she has lunch with her best friend and remembers an old love. When she lands in NYC and finally gets in the room with her icon, does everything go as planned?

Join us next week where we introduce Phineas Brandon Jones.

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Jul 13, 202318:02
Season 5, Ep 0: Trailer

Season 5, Ep 0: Trailer

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this season for the ultimate black love story. On this episode we share a summary of the story for season 5.

From the creators and hosts of The Love Is Black Podcast comes the ultimate black love story told in a unique way. Join us each week as we explore the relationship between Vybe and Brandon, a former college couple whose lives reunite under unusual circumstances. What blossomed during college from friends turned lovers, evolved into separate lives. Years later, their recollection of their precious relationship and each other is challenged. Will they be able to rekindle the spark they both romanticized in their time apart, or will life lead them to happiness separately?

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Jul 06, 202304:53
Ep 31. Love is Dynamic

Ep 31. Love is Dynamic

Welcome back to the Love Is Black podcast! Join us this week for some pillow talk about life’s lessons in love. On this, the finale episode of season 4, we discuss what you can expect from season 5.
Feb 16, 202332:59
Ep. 30 Love is Rhythmic?

Ep. 30 Love is Rhythmic?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we celebrate over 25 years of black marriage with our special guests, Clarence and Yalanda Lewis!

On this episode they discuss:

  • 1:30 am dinner dates and chemistry;
  • A proposal with a pause;
  • Creating strength in the marriage to where no one can tell you about your marriage;
  • Who got the better deal in their marriage;
  • and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/lkkyLoliHj4

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Feb 09, 202301:00:04
Ep. 29 Love is Proposed?

Ep. 29 Love is Proposed?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!  

Join us this week as we dive into the ideal marriage proposal with our special guest, Latia Nelson!  

On this episode she discusses: 

  • What is a microwedding? 
  • Relaying love stories 
  • How do you propose to a proposal planner? 
  • and more!  

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CHVORMjCjMk  

Follow Latia on social media: @marrymeproposalusa

Visit the website: www.marrymeproposals.com

Feb 02, 202327:08
Ep. 28 Love is Progressive?

Ep. 28 Love is Progressive?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we discuss if marriage is worth it with our special guests, Jenelle Herry and Monic Lindsey hosts of the Is Marriage Worth It? podcast!

On this episode we discuss:

  • what's the consensus on the value of marriage?;
  • is a committed relationship without marriage worth it?;
  • what is the reality of modern dating;
  • and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jpCyogdUkBU

Listen to the Is Marriage Worth It? podcast: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/2CiFHtlyQvb

Follow them on all social media platforms: @marriageworthit

Jan 26, 202352:14
Ep. 27 Love is Guilty?

Ep. 27 Love is Guilty?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week for a brief but powerful episode that we’re calling a love bite. On this episode we reflect and recommend you reflect on this question: Without blaming your ex, what responsibility do you take for the demise of your last relationship?
Jan 19, 202315:41
Ep. 26 Love is Irrational?

Ep. 26 Love is Irrational?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we delve into abnormal habits. On this episode we discuss: 

-What do Jeffrey Dahmer, Ted Bundy and a few random people have in common;

 -What are hot dog onions?;

 -What happens if you find out your partner has a disturbing habit?;

 and more!

Jan 12, 202337:39
Ep. 25 Love is Booked?

Ep. 25 Love is Booked?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we dive into The Pleasure Agenda by Renelle Nelson! 

On this episode we discuss:

 -Important dates for the year, 

-Importance of understanding your partner's definition of some concepts, 

-Sexuality books of high recommendation

Please head to www.renelleenelson.com for more information

Follow Ms. Nelson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/noirsxtherapist/ & https://www.instagram.com/affairaftercare/

Jan 05, 202326:51
Ep. 24 Love is Sparked?

Ep. 24 Love is Sparked?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we discuss the spark. On this episode we discuss: -Harry and Meghan on Netflix; -What keeps a relationship strong; -What are our intentions for the new year; -and more!
Dec 29, 202236:45
Ep. 23 Love is Rejection?

Ep. 23 Love is Rejection?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we wind down the year with rejection. On this episode we discuss: -What does it mean to be extra? -Does saying no to a proposal end the relationship? -Is Karese a unicorn? -and more!
Dec 22, 202238:31
Ep. 22 Love Is Official?

Ep. 22 Love Is Official?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we take a moment out of our vacation in Jamaica to reflect on marriage. On this episode we discuss: -Marriage advice for newlyweds; -What’s more important than communication; -Best advice for husbands and wives; -and more!
Dec 15, 202230:16
Ep. 21 Love is Awareness?

Ep. 21 Love is Awareness?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we discuss love bombing with our special guest, actress, author and fabulous Mara Hall!

On this episode she discusses:

  • What is love bombing;
  • Characteristics of narcissistic abuse;
  • Self love after surviving narcissistic abuse;
  • and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/12soUzKnsbE

Mara Hall is best known for her co-star roles in Scandal (ABC), The Resident (FOX) and The Quad (BET), supporting role in Hilbilly Elegy, lead role in the comedic film A Taste of Christmas, and her role as Nurse Kathleen on the award-winning ABC series Grey’s Anatomy (ABC). Mara guest starred in many episodes of Bounce TV’s popular series Saints & Sinners.

Mara joined the cast of the Oprah Winfrey Network, Will Packer Productions series Ambitions as series regular DARCIA LANCASTER-“The cousin you love to hate”. Mara made her national TV debut on the hit show Dance Your Ass Off as one of the contestants on Oxygen’s reality dance/weight loss competition series.

Mara launched her social media movement and lifestyle show, I Got Something To Say #IGSTS, that empowers audiences through laughter. Mara is also passionate about music and teaching and empowering musicians through her love of band. She continues to consult and sprinkle her pixie dust on band programs throughout the country as “The Band Whisperer”.

Connect with Mara on Instagram: @mara_hall & @lovebombingthebook and on her YouTube page  https://www.youtube.com/@Marahall

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Dec 08, 202232:12
Ep. 20 Love is Secret?

Ep. 20 Love is Secret?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we discuss all things secrecy!

 In this episode we discuss:

  • Are there acceptable secrets within a relationship?
  • Should you keep a relationship secret?
  • When should you publicize a relationship with a co-worker?
  • Did Harvey create the next big hashtag?
  • and more

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Dec 01, 202242:34
Ep 19. Love is Negligible?

Ep 19. Love is Negligible?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! 

Join us this week as we dive into the 80-20 rule. 

On this episode we discuss: 

  • How does the 80-20 rule work? 
  • What does the 80-20 rule mean in relationships? 
  • Is 50/50 healthy in a relationship?; 
  • and more!

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Nov 17, 202235:19
Ep. 18 Love is Perspective?

Ep. 18 Love is Perspective?

Welcome to the Love is Black Podcast!  

Join us this week as we dive in dating and relationships with our special guests, Morgan Clay and Byron Jackson from He Said, She Said IA podcast!  

On this episode we discuss:

  • Dating post Covid;
  • Dating someone when they have a best friend of the opposite sex;
  • Trust in relationships;
  • and much more!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y4qFhaqJayE

Listen to the He Said, She Said IA podcast and learn more: www.linktr.ee/hssspodcastia 

Bios:

 Morgan is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, a mother of an amazing, six-year old son, and the co-host of the He Said, She Said IA podcast. A podcast where three childhood friends come together to discuss life from two different perspectives: the male perspective and the female perspective. She loves coming to the table weekly to get real to heal.  

Byron is a 40 year old single black man with no kids. Born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He is super passionate about sports, love and travel. Recently started the podcast with my friends to just give inside perspective from a man's point of view. Basically to provoke conversations between couples as well as singles to give them a different perspective and start a conversation.

Nov 10, 202201:17:31
Ep. 17 Love is Reclamation?

Ep. 17 Love is Reclamation?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we dive into infidelity and sex with our special guest, Renelle Nelson!

On this episode we discuss:

  • Potential causes of infidelity;
  • Defining trust in a relationship;
  • Preventing infidelity and preventing relapse after infidelity;
  • Pleasure after betrayal; 
  • and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R2rMoyhozzw

Bio:

Renelle E. Nelson is an ASSECT certified sex therapist, LMFT, infidelity recovery coach. For over 12 years she has assisted numerous couples and individuals through the love, sex, and chaos in their lives. She strives to assist with healing so you can feel pleasure in your life in and out of the bedroom.

Nov 03, 202249:17
Ep. 16 Love is Preferential?

Ep. 16 Love is Preferential?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black podcast! Join us this week as we delve into preference in dating. On this episode we discuss: -Love is Blind Season 3, -Is Harvey prettier than Karese, -If we were single what would our preferences be, -and more!
Oct 27, 202243:12
Ep. 15 Love is Promoted?

Ep. 15 Love is Promoted?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! This week we talk about want versus need.

Oct 20, 202255:09
Ep. 14 Love is Principled?

Ep. 14 Love is Principled?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we are honored to talk all things love and mental health with our special guests David and Marla Thomas!

On this episode this exemplary black couple discuss:

  • The difference between truthful honesty and brutal honesty
  • Reconnection after a cross country move and having a baby in another relationship
  • Stevie Wonder getting Dave to be on time to his own wedding
  • Trust and the foundation required for a high profile relationship
  • and much more!

Marla and Dave host the Mental Health Mondays podcast each Monday at 6:00pm PT on the UBNGo Network. They welcome guests who share their stories of coping with and overcoming their mental health struggles, as well as professionals with new research and/or treatment options. Watch it live on YouTube ( www. youtube.com/c/MentalHealthMondays ) and listen on Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms. 

They are also the founders of the Loving Beyond Reason foundation, a 501C3 non-profit, with the mission to help families find mental health solutions for their adult children who are affected with brain differences and end the stigma surrounding mental illness. ( www.lovingbeyondreason.org )

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Oct 13, 202201:30:25
Ep. 13 Love is Tested?

Ep. 13 Love is Tested?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we delve into testing you partner. On this episode we discuss:

  • Bilal and Shaeeda from 90 day Fiance
  • An expensive vacation test
  • What do the vows "for better or for worse" really mean?
  • and more!

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Oct 06, 202238:04
Ep. 12 Love is Versatile?

Ep. 12 Love is Versatile?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we dive into love intelligence with our special guest Natasha McCrea!

On this episode we discuss:

  • Discovering love addiction in therapy;
  • Differences between love and marriage;
  • What love intelligence is;
  • Self care as an expression of self love;
  • and more!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YqQwtiJxKtc

You can connect with Natasha on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @Natashamccrae

Also check out her website https://loveceocommunity.mn.co/

Natasha is a serial entrepreneur and multi-passionate entertainer and the Founder of Love CEO Institute, a personal development company for women and Co-founder of Jackson McCrea Whiskey.  She has a degree in Psychology from Grand Canyon University.   Through the development and national tour of her one-woman show, “Evolution of a Love Addict,” several years of counseling, and serial entrepreneurship; Natasha turned her life around and elevated herself from love addict to Love CEO. She now coaches women how to find peace, pleasure and success by using her signature Love Intelligence Method.   Her entertainment industry experience spanning over the last 20 years includes acting in commercials, network tv appearances, award winning production of several short films. She has directed a one-woman show, a commercial, and documentary (in post production). She also won an award for best-writer for her one-woman show.  She lives in Los Angeles, CA with her husband.

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Sep 22, 202253:18
Ep. 11 Love Is Attachment?

Ep. 11 Love Is Attachment?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we dive into attachment styles in relationships. This article goes through attachment styles and we talk about them:

https://www.forgettingfairytales.com/attachment-styles-in-a-relationship/

We discuss:

  • Secure Attachment Style
  • Anxious Attachment Style
  • Avoidant Attachment Style
  • Disorganized Attachment Style
  • and more!

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Sep 15, 202242:19
Ep. 10 Love is Aware?

Ep. 10 Love is Aware?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we dive into bad vs toxic relationships. We delve into:

  • What is the difference between a bad or toxic relationship?
  • Can you recognize the difference while you are in a relationship?
  • How important are the voices outside the relationship to you?
  • Can you do bad all by yourself?
  • and more!

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Sep 08, 202257:44
Ep. 9 Love Is Normal?

Ep. 9 Love Is Normal?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! We saw a post by Jeff Guenther @therapy Jeff on TikTok and we decided to talk about it. We discuss 9 normal things that should not be red flags in a relationship. We talk about: A special place in your heart for an ex Vacationing without your partner Mismatched Libido and more! Give a listen to Jeff's podcast, This changes everything.

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Sep 01, 202233:18
Ep. 8 Love is Doing?

Ep. 8 Love is Doing?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we dive into a 21 year love story with Denise and Oliver Marcelle!

On this episode they discuss:

  • Dating as a single mother
  • Relationships based on friendship
  • The Worst proposal ever
  • How marriage changes a relationship
  • and more

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bds-SepNcPM

Bio:

Oliver & Denise Marcelle are speakers, authors, coaches and self-development content creators. They have been married for 21 years and have 3 children and 1 grandchild.   Out of a passion to see relationships thrive, they co-founded Denoli LLC - a marriage enrichment and self-development coaching company.  Through seminars, books, coaching, podcasts, videos and social media posts, they offer a candid look into their own lives, with the goal being to encourage and inspire others, motivating them to explore, grow and ultimately win in every area of their lives. They coach people to communicate without frustration and judgement, teach couples how to increase intimacy, and empower men to successfully live out their purpose and passion.   It is Oliver & Denise’s mission to do everything in their power to help people build their dream relationships, both personally and professionally!

Find them at www.Denoli.org

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Aug 25, 202201:00:18
Ep. 7 Love is Competitive?

Ep. 7 Love is Competitive?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we dive into the dating scene for men. On this episode, we talk about this article:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-state-our-unions/202208/the-rise-lonely-single-men

Karese and Harvey have very different opinions about this subject. Shocking right?

  • Are men lonely or alone?
  • Are men emotionally available and good communicators?
  • Have women's standards changed?
  • How should heterosexual men feel reading this article?
  • and more

We got into it here, enjoy a spirited conversation. The article is written by Greg Matos, a board-certified couple and family psychologist. You can follow him here:

Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/greg.matos/

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/greg.matos.965

Twitter : @gregmatos

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Aug 18, 202201:02:57
Ep. 6 Love is Jealousy?

Ep. 6 Love is Jealousy?

Welcome back to the Love is Black Podcast! This week Karese and Harvey are talking about jealousy.

  • Is jealousy a valid emotion?
  • What can you be jealous about?
  • Does being jealous mean there is a lack of trust?
  • Should Karese be jealous of Suzanne?
  • and more

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Aug 11, 202243:17
Ep 5. Love is Fidelity?

Ep 5. Love is Fidelity?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast! Join us this week as we explore the implications of cheating on a relationship. Is emotional cheating worse than physical cheating? Is Suzanne a hoe? Does our conversations with those in the poly community have any impact on Harvey’s views of love and relationships?

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Aug 04, 202253:35
Ep. 4 Love is Depth?

Ep. 4 Love is Depth?

Welcome back to the Love Is Black Podcast!

Join us this week as we go beyond Skin Deep!

Harvey and Karese ask each other deep questions inspired by The Skin Deep (@theskindeep) and their content on social media. 

On this episode they discuss:

  • What does their love feel like?
  • What are they hesitant to ask each other?
  • What would their exes say about them?
  • What they carry that they should let go of?
  • And much more!

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Jul 28, 202239:28