The Friend Zone

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The Lituation - Phases: A Memoir by Brandy [Patreon Preview] Jul 22, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we're sharing some of our exclusive Patreon content! Take a listen to an episode of The Lituation - our Patreon Book Club - where we discussed Phases: A Memoir by Brandy.

The Friend Zone returns on Wednesday, August 5th.

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Peri-Peri Sauce - Featuring Wendy & Jess of Diabetes Digital Jul 15, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we're joined by our favorite Registered Dietitians - Wendy & Jess of Diabetes Digital to do a mid-year health check-in. We discuss the difference between Perimenopause and Menopause, the recent change from PCOS to PMOS and what it means for your care, Black Women and HRT, Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes, Insulin Resistance, Fibroids, and so much more.

Important Links:

Diabetes Digital - https://diabetesdigital.co

Diabetes Digital Webinar on PCOS: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3Acl2uJnydE&feature=youtu.be

The New York Times article on Menopause: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/01/magazine/menopause-hot-flashes-hormone-therapy.html

Black Menopause Doctor: https://taniquamd.com/patients

https://www.joinrevival.co

Find a Certified Menopause Doctor: https://menopause.org/patient-education/choosing-a-healthcare-practitioner

Black Business of the Week - Gooey On The Inside https://www.gooeyontheinside.com

Catch Dustin Ross Live at City Winery! www.dustinrosslive.com

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Wind-Up Teeth Jul 08, 2026

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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 at City Winery! www.dustinrosslive.com

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The Museum of You Jul 01, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we imagine what it would look like to build a museum dedicated to ourselves and the things we'd choose to tell ourselves.

Black Business of the Week - Kahawa 1893 https://kahawa1893.com

Catch Dustin Ross Live at City Winery - www.dustinrosslive.com

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#ListensLately:

Baby Rose - Let Me Go

The Internet - Special Affair

LAYA - Luber

MC Lyte - Poor Georgie

Lil' Troy - Wanna Be a Baller

LIVE - Lightning Crashes

Jade Monticello - Let's Work it Out

Finn Askew - Move On

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To Catch A Brick Jun 24, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, a round-up of hot topics, also known as the things you need to be aware of so that you can gossip sufficiently. You’re welcome, with love.

Black Business of the Week - Care Free Black Girl LLC https://www.carefreeblackgrl.com

Catch Dustin Ross Live at City Winery - www.dustinrosslive.com

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#ListensLately:

Masego - Breathe

Qu, Malaya - Oblivious

EJ Ross, Jay Verasace - CAN'T FIND HER

Trap Dickey - LA Nights

Cash Cobain - I Wanna Rock

Lebra Jolie, Rob49 - Give You Some

James Blake - Trying Times

Key Glock - FACE DOWN

ALTEGO - Toxic Pony

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Twinkles Toes Jun 17, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we highlight Black and Brown Men's Mental Health by answering questions from the You Good Brand deck of cards. We talk love, heartbreak, friendships, good memories vs bad memories, elder wisdom and more.

Grab your deck of You Good? cards here: https://yougoodbrand.com

Black Business of the Week - Hue Darling Candle Co https://lonezscents.com

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#ListensLately:

Sheryl Crow - Strong Enough

Rory, BLK ODYSSY, Lucky Daye - Still Be Mine

6black, Quin - Out of Body

Z-Ro - Mo City Don

Sarah McLachlan - Building a Mystery

Deitrick Haddon - Open Door Season

Sheryl Crow - If It Makes You Happy

PinkPantheress - Stateside

Blxst - Something Bout It

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A Ramp To Crazy Jun 10, 2026

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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 at City Winery! www.dustinrosslive.com

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The Internet Is Down Jun 08, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we discuss the internet as a necessity. From AI and connected technology to convenience, adaptation, and everyday life online, we ask: what are we actually looking for when we log on?

Black Business of the Week - https://pigeonly.com

#ListensLately:

Daley - Lavender

Santigold - Starstruck

Gwen Stefani - Cool

Blue Ivy Carter - Mother May I Burn?

Honey Bxby, Queen Naija - Shame

Yseult - Now or Never

Syd - Callin

Infinity Song - Hurricane

Chxrry - Bible

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High Heel Chanclas May 27, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we show support to those who need the laughs after dealing with their family all day at the Memorial Day cookout and/or events. Dustin brings us this week's hilarious HOT TOPICS. You are welcome, and seen.

Black Business of the Week - The Jenesis House https://www.thejenesishouse.com

Catch Dustin Ross Live at City Winery! https://www.dustinrosslive.com

Hey Fran Hey’s Amazon Storefront - www.amazon.com/shop/heyfranhey?c…9b11-63834e00ed6d

#ListensLately:

Kwn - Touch Myself

Armanii - Wul Up

Akbar V - Shot O Clock

Drake - Don't Worry

Drake - High Fives

The Temper Trap - Sweet Disposition

Drake - Slap The City

Drake - I'm Spent

Loe Shimmy - Body Dangerous

Drake - Plot Twist

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We Called The Lady - Featuring Crissle's Couch May 20, 2026

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This week on #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Crissle West of the Crissle’s Couch podcast. We talk all things Dr. Cheyenne Bryant, NatureBoy and Cults, Caterpillar Netflix and the Compliance Film.

Black Business of the Week - I Love You, Jocelyn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyFlefn92N8&t=279s

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