The Friend Zone

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World Pride Weekend Jul 03, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we talk about KidFury's #305Live, all of our World Pride festivities, people licking cartons of ice cream at the supermarket and other pop culture weirdness.

THE FRIEND ZONE LIVE IN NEW YORK. 4TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH - Tickets available now www.thefriendzonelive.com

Wellness Segment - Lone Natural Deodorant (works extremely well even in this Summer heat) https://lonedeodorant.com/collections/natural-deodorant-1/products/bold-deodorant-sweet-lavender

Black Business of the Week - Harlem Chocolate Factory https://harlemchocolatefactory.com

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If You're Gonna Date Me Jun 28, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, it's the Dustin Ross takeover! In this wildcard, Dustin shares a story of a date gone terribly wrong with a fellow public figure.

THE FRIEND ZONE LIVE IN NEW YORK. 4TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 10TH - Tickets available at noon https://www.thefriendzonelive.com

Wellness Segment: The "Pause Between Breaths" meditation via Shakti Rising (http://bit.ly/ShaktiRisingBook)

Black Business of the Week: Luxury Soy Candles - 12th & Viv https://www.12thandviv.com

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The Game of Desire - Featuring Shan Boody Jun 19, 2019

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On this week’s episode of #TheFriendZone, we’re joined by Sexologist & Intimacy Expert, Shannon Boodram, to discuss the current “Dating Apocalypse”, emotional intelligence in this day and age, dating apps, monogamy, non-monogamy, polyamory and everything in between.

Find Shannon online: https://www.shanboodram.com
Pre-order her latest book now: https://www.thegameofdesire.com

Black Business of the Week: Bundles Luxury Hair Company
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Glorification of Busy Jun 14, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we discuss where one finds the time to learn about themselves and make the important changes (as discussed in the previous two episodes) in an era where being as busy as humanly possible is glorified.

Wellness Segment - Fran + Maryam Hasnaa's Embodiment Spray Collaboration is here! http://bit.ly/embodimentspray

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Cheat Codes - Featuring Maryam Hasnaa Jun 05, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we follow-up on last week's Attachment Theory discussion by bringing in Energy Worker, Maryam Hasnaa, who shares tools on re-parenting yourself, integrating your shadow and reprogramming those childhood imprints.

Connect with Maryam Hasnaa online https://www.maryamhasnaa.com

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The Attachment Theory May 29, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we discuss Psychoanalyst John Bowlby's Attachment Theory - an attachment behavioral system that guides us in our patterns and habits of forming and maintaining relationships. What factors contribute to your experiences of anxiety, fear, avoidance and/or fulfillment?

Shan Boody's Attachment Style Quiz: https://www.thegameofdesire.com/throne

Wellness Segment: Fran's new fav book - The Body Keeps The Score https://amzn.to/2HHfG8k

Black Business of the Week: Shaved Ice Shop in Miami https://www.eatsnowsocial.com

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Love And Robots May 22, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we don't have a hot button issue. We take off the restraints and share whatever wants to come through.

Wellness Segment: Fran's SPF + tanning tips
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Badger https://www.badgerbalm.com/c-108-clear-zinc-sunscreens.aspx
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Josie Maran Honey Butter https://www.josiemarancosmetics.com/products/divine-drip-honey-butter-balm

Black Business of the Week - The Fresh Dolls https://thefreshdolls.com

Thank you to our Sponsors:

MAC - MAC Powder Kiss Lipstick is the moisture matte lipstick of your dreams. Head to your nearest MAC locations to meet your matte today or shop at https://www.maccosmetics.com

Door Dash - Right now, our listeners can get $5 off their first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter promo code THEFRIENDZONE

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Hide Yo Kids, Hide Yo Likes May 15, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, it's a social media roundup. We discuss Pornhub buying Tumblr? Instagram hiding likes to preserve our mental health. And the 3 new features Facebook is adding that should make things a little spicy this summer.

Wellness Segment - Fran's favorite Reebok High Rise Workout Leggings. 40% off with code FRIEND at checkout https://www.reebok.com/us/lux-high-rise-legging/BR5244.html

Black Business of the Week - Cycling Class in Queens, NY https://www.instagram.com/_rydindirty

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Curry Conversation May 08, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, it's the Dustin Ross takeover! We share our thoughts on Ayesha Curry's Red Table Talk conversation with Jada Pinkett Smith and try to figure out why the internet was set ablaze.

Wellness Segment - Vegan Protein Powder with crucial Macro + Micro nutrients https://www.ora.organic/products/vegan-protein-powder

Black Business of the Week - Free Mental Health First Aid Training in NYC https://mhfa.timetap.com

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Every Plate - Every Plate dinners are the cheaper, healthier alternative to takeout or delivery. For 6 free meals across your first 3 weeks and free shipping on your first delivery, go to https://www.everyplate.com and enter code FRIENDZONE6.

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Complete My Plate - Featuring Wendy & Jess of Food Heaven May 01, 2019

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On this week's episode of #TheFriendZone, we're joined by Registered Dietitians, Wendy & Jess of Food Heaven, to dissect our day to day eating habits, sugar addiction, late night cravings, emotional eating, binging and much much more!

Find Wendy & Jess online: https://foodheavenmadeeasy.com

Black Business of the Week - Harlem's 1st boutique indoor cycling studio https://harlem-cycle.com

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