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The Friend Zone

The Friend Zone

Join @lookatdustin @heyfranhey @heyassante as they explore mental hygiene, cause who in the hell wants a musty brain? TheFriendZone@LoudSpeakersNetwork.com

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2:23:59

Second Line - Featuring Dawn Richard

The Friend Zone ·

2021/07/28

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by the one and only - Dawn Richard. We talk about the challenges of being an independent artist, what inspires her creations, Danity Kane, Diddy Dirty Money, The Encore on BET and so much more. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - State of Black Music Podcast brought to you by The

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1:07:09

Black Summer - A Bonus Episode Sponsored By Target

The Friend Zone ·

2021/07/23

A bonus episode of #TheFriendZone in partnership with Target. We share our favorite childhood memories of Black Summers in Harlem, Detroit and Atlanta. Don't forget to join us tomorrow, Saturday, July 24th from 6-8pm EST as we livestream our Family Reunion Cookout. Food, music, a Q&A and so much more. A The Friend Zone x Gettin' Grown experience in partnership with @Target. Livestream here: www.youtube.com/LoudSpeakersNetwork Have a GREAT day!

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1:57:53

Muck Ex Sees

The Friend Zone ·

2021/07/21

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin tells us a wild ass story about a 19th century Scam Goddess named Big Bertha Haymen. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - Imani Miller Designs https://www.imanimiller.com Thank you to our Sponsors: BET+ presents First Wives Club Season 2. Now Streaming. Ben & Jerry’s - Check out Ben & Jerry’s

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1:41:16

Up Then It's Stuck - Featuring Kia Miakka Natisse of...

The Friend Zone ·

2021/07/14

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Kia Miakka Natisse - co-host of NPR’s Invisibilia podcast. We discuss having deep faith in every chapter of your winding road, even when it feels like you can’t see where you’re going. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://www.blkbrwn.com/bookstore Thank you to our

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1:45:30

Lie Like A Rug

The Friend Zone ·

2021/07/07

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - Noieory Botanix: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Noieory?ref=search_shop_redirect Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their

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1:57:26

Hi. Nice To Meet You. I'm Crazy.

The Friend Zone ·

2021/06/30

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Assanté pulls random ice breaker-style questions from a Reddit forum. Black Business of the Week - Enkel’s Barbershop https://www.instagram.com/enkelsbarbershop/?hl=en Thank you to our Sponsors: National Domestic Workers Alliance - Sunstorm is a new podcast hosted by Alicia Garza and Ai-jen Poo, two of the leading organizers in America, about how we help each other stay joyful and powerful amidst the chaos of life today. Subscribe to Sunstorm wherever

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2:28:25

Coconut And Biscuits

The Friend Zone ·

2021/06/23

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin has a wild ride of a Crime Zone story for us. Black Business of the Week - https://www.mcbridesisters.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Little Rock - Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock. Plan your visit today at

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2:03:53

Kings Will Bow Before Her - Featuring CHIKA

The Friend Zone ·

2021/06/16

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Grammy Nominated recording artist, CHIKA. We discuss how she got her big break, staying grounded while famous, her presence in the industry and much more. Black Business of the Week - Shop EHM http://www.shop-ehm.com THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket Wireless - Join Cricket

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1:42:36

Hey There, Tiger

The Friend Zone ·

2021/06/09

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - Justina Blakeney’s The Jungalow x Target Collection 6/29 https://www.target.com/c/opalhouse-designed-with-jungalow/-/N-6caeo?lnk=snav_rd_jungalow Thank you

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1:47:44

Use Your Inside Hands

The Friend Zone ·

2021/06/02

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Assante teaches us about black slang and culture within American Sign Language. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - 180 Black Owned Businesses https://nymag.com/strategist/article/black-owned-businesses-support-shop.html Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks

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1:53:11

Hearing Voices

The Friend Zone ·

2021/05/26

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Dustin brings up the science of our internal monologue and the fact some people don’t…have one? THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://legalgreens.net Thank you to our Sponsors: Little Rock CVB - Whether you’re big on food or fashion, history or heritage, you’re going to be big on Little Rock

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2:05:52

Cut The Cameras. Deadass.

The Friend Zone ·

2021/05/19

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we jump into our mental health bag. Why are we able to speak up in certain boundary-crossing situations while totally freezing up in others? We dissect our thoughts and experiences. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images): www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://www.cleannthingz.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a

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1:39:23

Preguntas On The Piso

The Friend Zone ·

2021/05/12

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourself. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Thank you to our Sponsors: Storyblocks - Every creator needs a Storyblocks membership. Their ever-growing library consists of 4K/HD footage, After Effects and Premiere  Pro templates, music, images,

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2:01:32

The Son Is The Uncle

The Friend Zone ·

2021/05/05

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, Assanté brings the mental health pros and cons of Reality TV to the Hot Button Segment. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://www.sis.artsupply.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you,

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1:48:50

Sugar Papa

The Friend Zone ·

2021/04/28

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we step into the Crime Zone. Dustin brings the Last Supper of Lucien and Olivier to the Hot Button. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - Euphoria Eats - Hemp infused Sweet BBQ and Louisiana Hot Sauce https://euphoriaeatsco.com Wellness Segment - Lynn Aker Massage

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1:57:53

Get Good With Money - Featuring The Budgetnista

The Friend Zone ·

2021/04/22

On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we have New York Times Best Selling author and financial expert, Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche, to help us get good with money. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://thenubamboo.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the

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1:36:47

Munching And Hunching

The Friend Zone ·

2021/04/14

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s a shoot the shit episode. No hot button. No segments. Just whatever comes up. Brace yourselves. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 spin-off shows (with audio, video and BTS images) and Livestream Tour: https://www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - Dr. Tykeia Robinson’s DMX Tribute https://t.co/SXAZf52yOn?amp=1 Thank you to our Sponsors: Little Rock CVB - Home to dozens of Black-owned businesses and restaurants

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1:43:56

But Then I Got High

The Friend Zone ·

2021/04/07

This week on #TheFriendZone, Assanté brings NY’s Cannabis legalization to the Hot Button, where we discuss our highs and lows with Miss Mary Jane. THE FRIEND ZONE IS ON PATREON! Sign up now to catch our 4 new spin-off shows (with audio AND video) and our new Live Stream Tour: https://www.patreon.com/TheFriendZonePodcast Black Business of the Week - https://zachandzoe.co Wellness Segment - Black Girl Sunscreen - https://www.blackgirlsunscreen.com Thank you to our Sponsors: The Turn On Podcast -

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1:43:56

Seven Fingers On One Hand

The Friend Zone ·

2021/03/31

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin shares a clip from Love & Marriage Huntsville to discuss the larger conversation of homophobia in the black community. Black Business of the Week - Tiffany Aliche’s “Get Good With Money” https://getgoodwithmoney.com Wellness Segment - Fran’s #ReadToSleep Challenge http://bit.ly/franRTS Thank you to our Sponsors: Little Rock CVB - If you’re big on Black culture, you’re big on Little Rock. Home to dozens of Black-owned businesses and restaurants and six sites on

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2:17:05

Compromise vs Sacrifice - Featuring Sean Garrette Skin

The Friend Zone ·

2021/03/24

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss Compromise vs Sacrifice in love, family and business. Sean Garrette Skin joins us during the Wellness Segment to discuss preventing and healing Maskne. Black Business of the Week - Black and LGBTQ owned coffee shop in LA https://bloomandplumecoffee.com Thank you to our Sponsors: Cricket Wireless - Cricket Wireless can help you make the easy switch to the mobile plan that’s right for you, starting at $30 a month. Activation and other fees and restrictions

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