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Cassy Athena | Stay In Your Frame Jul 18, 2017

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Justin and Joy sit down with Cassy Athena to discuss her incredible journey through photography, overcoming a brain tumor, and the value of developing intimate personal relationships. Elevator Pitch Cassy’s early photography inspirations and love for visual arts. How she developed her signature Cassy Athena watermark. The infamous Nick Young meme. Surviving a brain tumor and her continued path to recovery. Overcoming the obstacles of being one of the few women in a male dominated industry. The impact her career has had on her dating life. The power of social media and personal relationships. Fish Bowl: What big lesson can people learn from your life? When will you be good enough for you? What would you change if you were never going to die? And much more! More About Cassy Growing up in Los Angeles, Cassy loved to draw, paint and take pictures. As she grew to nearly six feet tall in middle school, she began to play volleyball and basketball. Quickly falling in love with the sports world, she pursued both Art and Sports in college. During her Junior year of college, Cassy was diagnosed with a brain tumor. During this tumultuous time, Cassy began to have a new perspective on life. She states, “God saved me and gave me a second chance at life so I knew I needed to not only find my purpose, I needed to fulfill it because tomorrow is not promised. After my operation, I knew I was on this earth for a bigger purpose and I wanted to pursue and find that passion.” Following this life-changing event, she graduated with her B.A. in Art from California State University, Northridge and started her career in the entertainment industry as a Visual Effects Coordinator for famous TV shows and movies. With her love of photography and video constantly playing a big factor in her life, she transitioned to continue pursuing it full time. Her work has been published in Sports Illustrated, Samsung, Billboard, Red Bull, Fox Sports, Dime Magazine, Slam Magazine, NBA, Adidas, Under Armour, Nike, Jordan Brand, Monster Headphones, Ball Up and more. Most recently, she shot Team USA Men’s Basketball, NBA All-Star Weekend, and has helped with branding/marketing many athletes and entertainers. Connect with Cassy Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Website Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share your thoughts about the show. Episode 67 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Move! Get Out The Way Jul 11, 2017

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Justin and Joy review their mid-year progress report and discuss life's biggest obstacle. Elevator Pitch Our mini BSU college reunion. Jay Z’s 4:44 album and Blue Ivey’s freestyle. Our Spider-Man movie meltdown. Our mid-year progress report. Identifying problems vs. creating solutions. A valuable piece of insight from Phil Knight’s, Shoe Dog. Three helpful tricks to help you get out of your own way! And much more! Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to share your thoughts about the show. Love Jays Newsletter Have you signed up for our newsletter? Join the hundreds who've already subscribed to the best newsletter on the internet! Episode 66 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Dating While Broke Jul 04, 2017

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Justin and Joy discuss the complicated first date and the art of dating creatively. Elevator Pitch Happy 4th of July! Joy enjoying her weekends without Justin. Coincidence or not? Why showering together isn’t a good idea. A clear breakdown between Justin’s message and tone. Charlamagne Tha God’s book, Black Privilege. Rich people’s ability to name their children whatever the hell they want. Misconceptions on how expensive a first date should be. Navigating the dating scene affordably. And much more! Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to share your thoughts about the show. Love Jays Newsletter Have you signed up for our newsletter? Join the hundreds who've already subscribed to the best newsletter on the internet! Episode 65 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Daffany Clark | Picking Up The Pieces Jun 27, 2017

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Justin and Joy sit down with Daffany Clark to discuss her unique upbringing in Chicago, dating in Los Angeles, and the importance of having a father figure in your life. Elevator Pitch Daffany’s unique childhood experience in Chicago and unpacking her biracial identity at an early age. Her journey reconciling with her biological father. How Daffany’s one woman show, Pieces, is helping her heal with the past. The effect growing up without a father has created within her own personal relationships. The downside of overextending too much for friends. Dating in Los Angeles and the visible lack of courting. Loyalty and Respect: Men want it, but don’t give it. Why? Fish Bowl: What stands between you and complete happiness? What would you change if you were never going to die? What big lesson can people learn from your life? And much more! More About Daffany Born and raised in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, Daffany Clark knew from an early age that she wanted to be an actress. As a Columbia College graduate, Clark came to Los Angeles in 2009 and managed to move quickly from LA transplant to working actress. Clark trained under the tutelage of Choice Skinner at the Breakin Through Acting Workshop before landing her first recurring guest star role on The Fosters as "Daphne" in 2012. The role was originally set for the pilot episode, but Clark quickly became a fan favorite and was brought back time and time again during seasons 1, 2, 3, and 4. Daffany can also be seen in the feature film Wingman Inc. directed by Choice Skinner and will be co-starring in the upcoming movie 5150 written by Vanessa Giordano and directed by Michael Cory Davis. In addition Daffany just starred in two short films; Astraddle directed by Andre Strong and For The Family written and directed by Randy Ranz. Most recently Daffany booked a co-star role with the incomparable John Singleton on his new BET show Rebel and a supporting role in the film Bodied directed by Joseph Kahn. Daffany is currently producing, writing and starring in her own One Woman Show. Pieces tells the intricate story of one woman's past, comprised of family mental illness, abandonment, foster care and deep psychological scars forcing her to overcome her struggles and find her purpose in life. Coming in 2018. Connect with Daffany Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | Website Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share your thoughts about the show. Episode 64 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Like vs. Love Jun 20, 2017

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Justin and Joy discuss the differences between liking and loving your partner. Elevator Pitch Father’s Day brunch fail. Amanda Seales serving all the tea to Caitlyn Jenner. Joy’s appearance on the Brown Girls Rising podcast. The unfortunate and not surprising verdict in the Philando Castile’s trial. The difference between liking and loving your significant other. Balancing Joy’s carefree approach to money with Justin’s stringent budgeting. The longstanding argument about overspending on food. And much more! Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook to share your thoughts about the show. Love Jays Newsletter Have you signed up for our newsletter? Join the hundreds who've already subscribed to the best newsletter on the internet! Episode 63 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

No Panties, No Problem Jun 13, 2017

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Justin and Joy react to Amber Rose's viral photo and the importance of body positivity. Elevator Pitch Joy’s experience at the EmpowerHer conference in Chicago. Marvel’s Black Panther movie. Victoria Secret’s failure to style black hair appropriately. Amber Rose amBUSHing the internet. The importance of body positivity and stopping women shaming. The best educational video for men about women’s periods. And much more! Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share your thoughts about the show. Love Jays Newsletter Have you signed up for our newsletter? Join the hundreds who've already subscribed to the best newsletter on the internet! Episode 62 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Sex Makes Babies Jun 06, 2017

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Justin and Joy discuss living in a fear based society, our newfound mental clarity, and the ineffective pull-out method. Elevator Pitch ICYMI: Last week’s interview with Tom Williamson. People’s unwillingness to truly open up. What if you lived in a world where you could not lie? The downside of living life with an unconscious fear. The mental clarity shift since switching to a predominately plant based diet. Atlanta’s beautiful blackness. Unprotected sex and why the pull-out method is overrated. And much more! Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share your thoughts about the show. Love Jays Newsletter Have you signed up for our newsletter? Join the hundreds who've already subscribed to the best newsletter on the internet! Episode 61 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Tom Williamson | A One Woman Man May 30, 2017

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Justin and Joy sit down with Tom Williamson to discuss his blossoming acting career, journey healing after his father's passing, and complicated relationship status. Elevator Pitch Tom’s diverse upbringing in Washington D.C. The funny reason why he decided to attend USC. Quitting his first job out of college after two weeks. The moment he fell in love with acting. Transitioning from a boy to a man after his father’s passing. Landing his first Hollywood role in All Cheerleaders Die and recurring role as AJ in The Fosters. Walking away from a 5-year relationship, but still living under the same roof. Fish Bowl: Who has he hurt most and has he apologized? How many of his friends would he trust with his life? And much more! More About Tom Tom Williamson, born and raised in Washington, D.C., has credits in both film and television: Rizzoli & Isles, Criminal Minds, Switched at Birth, KC Undercover, The Goldberg’s, All Cheerleaders Die, No Way To Live and Running Wild. However, he is most notably recognized as AJ on the hit Freeform series The Fosters having recurred now for the past two years. He attended the University of Southern California and currently resides in Los Angeles, California. Connect with Tom Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share your thoughts about the show. Episode 60 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Give Me Some Credit May 23, 2017

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Justin and Joy discuss the importance of having a best friend who gets along with your significant other and leveraging credit responsibly. Elevator Pitch Spending our first full weekend together in almost 3 months. Wardrobe woes and social media’s effect on our outfits. Pedicures and manicures: Joy’s ultimate sacrifice. Our love/hate relationship with graduation. Since when did prom become the new engagement party? #ByeMiley Blavity Episode 6: BFF’s. Credit card webinar: You in? And much more! Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share your thoughts about the show. Episode 59 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

Caught Faking It May 16, 2017

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Justin and Joy discuss how to navigate your relationship when the feelings just aren't the same. Elevator Pitch Mother’s Day weekend and Joy’s baby fever. Blavity Episode 5: Living Together. Netflix cheating. The #BowWowChallenge and Joy’s similar experience. You don’t like your significant other anymore...what’s next? Justin’s love/hate relationship with check-ins. Why suppressing natural attraction is foolish. And much more! Spread the Word If you enjoyed the episode, please leave us a review on iTunes and share it with your friends! Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to share your thoughts about the show. Episode 58 Preview Check Out Our Latest Episode With Blavity!

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