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The Friend Zone

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Listen along every Wednesday as Dustin Ross, Hey Fran Hey & Assanté explore mental health, mental wealth and mental hygiene, because who in the hell wants a musty brain? Send inquiries and questions to: info@thefriendzonepodcast.com #TheFriendZone

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02:26:11

Lemme Find Out - Featuring Tiffany "The Budgetnista"...

The Friend Zone ·

2026/03/25

This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Financial Educator and New York Times Best-Selling author - Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche. We talk about “this economy”, how budgeting alone is not enough, how to make steady money decisions during economic uncertainty, practical shifts that reduce financial anxiety, ethical investing and the 10 pillars of financial wholeness.We also answer listener questions! Grab a copy of Tiffany's New York Times Best-Selling Book "Get Good With Money" -

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02:00:51

Put Him In A Headlock

The Friend Zone ·

2026/03/18

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d Thank you to our Sponsors: Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or

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02:20:40

Negro, Thou Art Loosed

The Friend Zone ·

2026/03/11

This week on #TheFriendZone, we explore the psychology of time - why years feel longer when we’re young and why adulthood can make life blur together. We reflect on school vs adult life and discuss how creating new memories, learning skills and trying new experiences can help life feel fuller.Black Business of the Week - Golde https://golde.co Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront

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02:07:37

The Braid of Wisdom

The Friend Zone ·

2026/03/04

This week on #TheFriendZone, Bible Study is back! We have a lesson in love from the book of Genesis. Female Hip Hop, The Traitors, and The Bible have something in common, and Dustin tells us exactly what that is.Black Business of the Week -BLVD Bistro https://www.instagram.com/blvdbistro?igsh=NjAxNHF2MHY3ZGJv Fawn Weaver - Uncle Nearest Article - https://thegrio.com/2026/02/28/uncle-nearest-20-million-accusation-receivership Silicon Valley Teaching/Aid positions - Mountain View Los Altos school

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02:40:26

The Lost Histories of Black Inventors

The Friend Zone ·

2026/02/26

This week on #TheFriendZone, we close out the last week of Black History Month with a discussion around Mr. Walter Johnson AKA Mr. Tendernism, Uncle Nearest and the ways the Government, racism and violence have suppressed Black innovation and economic progress.Black Business of the Week - Ruby Love https://www.rubylove.com Wellness Segment - Moonlit Ringlets https://www.moonlitringlets.com Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon

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01:18:24

Hugging A Barnacle

The Friend Zone ·

2026/02/18

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vmHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d#ListensLately:Mary J. Blige - More Than A LoverVictoria Monet - Let MeBiggie - I'm Getting All Glammed UpThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when

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02:18:56

Leave A Voicemail

The Friend Zone ·

2026/02/11

This week on #TheFriendZone , we continue our Black History Month Celebrations! We explore who really preserves Black history, what gets lost when stories aren’t recorded and how everyday people, not just institutions, keep our culture alive. We end with a simple challenge to preserve one piece of personal history before it fades.Black Business of the Week - Clean Design Home https://shopcleandesign.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoqQrzvties0L5rthjJWAB71_3IGX245mGTx4LFRhuyNeFnlO1IIWellness Segment - Diabetes

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02:25:04

Black Bottom and Paradise Valley

The Friend Zone ·

2026/02/04

This week on #TheFriendZone, we celebrate Black History Month! THE WORDS BLACK BOTTOM HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A GOOD THING. We look back at the rich Black History of the now defunct Detroit neighborhoods Black Bottom and Paradise Valley.Black Business of the Week - IM=X Pilates & Fitness White Plains https://www.imxpilates.com/new-york/white-plains?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioWellness Segment - What is a NAS?Jimmy Tries World NAS Review

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02:31:26

Year of the Fire Horse

The Friend Zone ·

2026/01/28

This week on #TheFriendZone, we share our thoughts on how 2026 has unfolded thus far. And how our sense of self, goals and hopes for the year have been impacted.Black Business of the Week - The StoryGraph https://thestorygraph.com Catch Dustin Ross Live! https://tickets.citywinery.com/event/dustin-ross-1vh9vm Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d #ListensLately: Sault - God Protect Me From My Enemies Tone Stith - Fly Tanerelle - feels like love The

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01:16:09

We Back!

The Friend Zone ·

2026/01/21

This week on #TheFriendZone, we're back from Winter Break! It's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Thank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Rocket Money - Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to

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03:09:30

Best of 2025 - The Friend Zone

The Friend Zone ·

2025/12/31

Surprise!It's a bonus episode of The Friend Zone! We asked you to share your favorite moments of the year and we put it all together to make a "Best of 2025" bonus for the holidays.The Friend Zone returns Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:23:29

Living Kringle - Living Single S1E15 [Patreon Teaser]

The Friend Zone ·

2025/12/24

The Binge is our weekly TV & Film recap series on Patreon. This month on #TheBinge, we're revisiting the Christmas episodes of our favorite Black Television shows. Follow along as Fran recaps Living Single S1E15 - Living Kringle:"Synclaire is saddened to see that none of her friends share her enthusiasm for Christmas. She tries her best to get everyone in the spirit of Christmas."Living Single is available now on Hulu.Are you subscribed to The Friend Zone on Patreon? Join here:

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02:40:04

Pastors In Stem - The 2025 Wrap-Up

The Friend Zone ·

2025/12/17

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the final episode of the year. We take a look back at 2025 - from the community rallying together during the LA Wildfires, Armon’s Diddy coverage on YouTube to Patti LuPone getting cursed out for 15 min straight as an intro! We also take note of the range of conversations we contributed to the Podcast Landscape.Thank you for another wonderful year together. Have a happy and safe Holiday!The Friend Zone Returns on Wednesday, Jan 21, 2026Catch Dustin Ross Live! -

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02:04:59

Chick'n & Popsicle Sticks

The Friend Zone ·

2025/12/10

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! - www.dustinrosslive.comHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6dThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Chime - Work on your

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02:42:42

Ten Years Black

The Friend Zone ·

2025/12/03

This week on #TheFriendZone, we look back at the last 10 years of Black Television & Film.Black Business of the Week - Reel Paper https://www.reelpaper.comWellness Segment - Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranheyDustin Ross Live on Tour! https://www.dustinrosslive.com#ListensLately:Brandy - Put That On EverythingBrandy - Full Moon Brandy - Sittin' Up In My Room Wale, Leon Thomas - Watching Us Dr. Dre - Bitches Ain't Shit Dvsn - Excited Key Glock - A+ DropOut Finn -

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01:59:45

A Pin In Karrin

The Friend Zone ·

2025/11/26

This week on #TheFriendZone, Dustin walks us through the landmark case of Brenay Kennard in North CarolinaBlack Business of the Week - Ease The Brand https://www.instagram.com/easethebrandWellness Segment:Everything’s Good - Toni Chapman (The Moody Foody) Cookbook https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593800788?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzhefrhe-20&creativeASIN=0593800788&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.27GAJJMEAZL0F&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asinThe New Southern Table - Cordarrius Green

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03:01:09

The Midnight Library

The Friend Zone ·

2025/11/19

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss decisions and circumstances that shifted our trajectory and daydream about alternate lives.Dustin Ross Live! https://www.dustinrosslive.comThe People’s Brief - Redefining Masculinity ft. Dustin Ross - https://youtu.be/Ea1hcOwdwFQHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - https://www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?ccs_id=442f4c1b-a313-4f4b-9b11-63834e00ed6dBlack Business of The Week - Crissle’s Couch Podcast

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01:54:41

Married At Losing Sight

The Friend Zone ·

2025/11/12

This week on #TheFriendZone, it's a shoot the sh*t episode. No Hot Button. No segments. Just whatever wants to come up. Brace yourself.Catch Dustin Ross Live! - www.dustinrosslive.comHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6dThank you to our Sponsors:Squarespace - Head over to Squarespace.com for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, go to squarespace.com/friendzone to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Mint Mobile - Get this

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02:29:52

Mouth And Heigth

The Friend Zone ·

2025/11/05

This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss the latest AI, Robot and tech developments.Black Business - UCLA VIP Scholars Program https://giving.ucla.edu/campaign/donate.aspx?Fund=64237CDustin Ross Live! https://www.dustinrosslive.comHey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - https://www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?ccs_id=442f4c1b-a313-4f4b-9b11-63834e00ed6dWellness Segment - Melissa Hurricane Relief Funds:Jamaica’s Official Government Hurricane Relief Portal https://supportjamaica.gov.jmFood For The Poor -

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02:37:02

A Briefcase of Spaghetti

The Friend Zone ·

2025/10/29

This week on #TheFriendZone, it’s the end of our 2025 Spooky Season! An intersection of Bible Study and The Crime Zone.Black Business of the Week - Undomesticated Podcast Hosted by Michael Arceneaux and Candace Dillard Bassett https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/undomesticated/id1842883739Wellness Segment - Food For The Poor Jamaica https://foodforthepoorja.orgCatch Dustin Ross Live on Tour! https://www.dustinrosslive.com#ListensLately:Big L, Nas - U Ain't Gotta ChanceRachel Chinouriri - What A

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