LBF PODCAST

Creating Space to Talk B(L)ack

Crux Media Group — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 11:06:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and returning guest Richard as we discuss what it means to be black to us, our experiences with exploring blackness creatively/in real-time, and get to know “Rick” as the beautiful creative he is.

Here are some things discussed in this Creating Space Interview:

What is the most special thing about being black to you?

Describe your brand of existing while black or “blackness”

How do you approach this show differently than you did the previous show (Rick & Namon)

Why did you decide that podcasting was the way you wanted to create content?

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How's Your Mental Health Today?

Crux Media Group — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:07:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette for this one-on-one discussion about mental health and the trend that seems to be helpful and possibly hindering our continued journeys in becoming better.

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

How is your current state of mental health?

What things in your life improve your mental health? Maintain it?

What does a life of wellness and fulfillment look like for you?

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Working Hard or is it Hardly Working: a talk of Hustle Culture

Crux Media Group — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 05:24:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and returning guest, Richard of Still Talking Black Podcast, as they have an honest and open discussion about their understanding of hustle culture from personal experiences.

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

Why is hustle culture so popular?

Is it helpful or hurtful?

What are your financial goals in life?

How has your pursuit of money influenced your career choices?

Do you assign self-value to your bank accounts or hustles?

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A Different Kind of Hood: Brotherhood

Crux Media Group — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 18:45:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette with returning Creating Space artists, AZACE and GANDY, as we discuss friendship and brotherhood. This addition to the series focuses on how black men connect and support each other in real ways. There’s nothing like your BRO.

Here’s a few things to consider for this discussion:

Why is brotherhood important to you?

What do you consider “brotherhood?”

What’s your top 3 Bro Code Rules?

How do you hold each other accountable?

How does healthy affection look in healthy male friendships?

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A Year In Transition

Crux Media Group — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette we take a moment to make some beautiful commitments to ourselves and reflect on 2021.

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

What did you discover about yourself this year?

What tools did you add to your toolbox?

What LBF episode had the most impact on you?

What commitment are you making for 2021?

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Express Yourself: Let’s Talk Anger

Crux Media Group — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 05:20:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette as we make space for the Grinch in all of us by talking about ANGER. In this episode, we explore this misunderstood and underappreciated emotion while host K gets real on her struggles to avoid learned suppression of anger on the journey to healthy expression.

Week of the Grinch: Let’s Talk Anger Challenge

Do an aggressive activity (boxing, smashing glass, beating up old car)

Write an angry letter (Don’t send or burn, keep until anger is subsides)

Make a “f*** you” playlist and sing it in the shower

Make a list of all the things that have made you angry this year; then burn it

Express your anger in one healthy way to whoever wronged you

Do hot yoga

Finish the week with a meditation on why your anger; affirmations about forgiveness and sage away

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Creating Space to Talk Black Love

Crux Media Group — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 05:14:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette with a lovely, young black couple for this sweet episode about Black Love. These two creatives on today’s episodes have been featured as a part of the Creating Space series (Splash n Sexy & More Than Words) and now they’re allowing us to get a glimpse into their black love story. With so many discussions on how and why we disconnect; Let’s Create Space to talk about all the beautiful ways we can connect to cultivate black love.

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

To you, What is Black Love? How is it different from other romantic love?

How do you set boundaries within the relationship? Around the relationship?

How would you describe your partner?

What advice would you give to black lovers everywhere?

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Accountability is My FRIEND: Self Awareness Stay Kickin’ Our A** Part I

Crux Media Group — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 01:09:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette for another addition to the accountability series; SELF AWARENESS STAY KICKIN’ OUR A** or should we say the lack of self-awareness. In this episode, we discuss the two broad categories of self-awareness; internal and external while discussing the hallmarks, benefits, and truth in both. Self-awareness is one of the best tools we can use to BUILD the life that we want and become who we desire to be.

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

When did you become self-aware?

How is self-awareness incorporated into your daily life?

Have you ever told someone that they aren’t self-aware?

What blind spots have you uncovered in your self-awareness journey through interacting with others?

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Criticize, Criticize, Criticize! A talk of how to handle criticism

Crux Media Group — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:01:00 +0000

Host: Kantoinette_theblogger

Description:

Join Host Kantoinette as we have a quick talk on how we understand and deal with criticism. We uncover the truths behind constructive, unconstructive, and even self criticism to see how they all can be used to build up ourselves.

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

What feelings do you experience when receiving criticism?

How do you approach others with criticism? Do you dive deep into ‘tough love’ or do you find that you’re more gentle in your approach?

How do you indulge in self criticism? How do you disconnect from it?

What are some of the best things you gained from criticism?

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Death to the Insecure Girl

Crux Media Group — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:12:00 +0000

Host: Kantoinette_theblogger

Join Host Kantoinette as we add to the series that started it all. The “Death To” series is a classic that includes Death to the Good Girl, LBF’s very first ever episode; and Death to the Good Guy on Letbuildfutures.com which was added last year. Now we discuss how to kill the insecurities within ourselves through love, compassion, patience, and reality checks.

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

When was the last time you felt insecure?

Where do those emotions stem from?

How do you “kill” the insecurities within yourself?

What are your thoughts on validation?

Do you watch HBO’s Insecure with Issa Rae?

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Dating Rules 104 with StudVisionPodcast: Rants, Red Flags, and Heteros Down BAD Part II

Crux Media Group — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 11:21:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette along with Remy and Purp of the amazing Stud Vision Podcast for PART II as we continue to go off script for a fun, entertaining, but real conversation on dating and connecting. We explore the reasons why Remy and Purp started the Stud Vision Podcast before diving into our opinions on the state of the “dating pool” and why it has more than pee in it. You don’t want to miss this one.

Here’s some things to consider for this discussion:

What makes dating difficult?

What have you discovered about yourself through your dating experiences?

How have you been a red flag?

Are “the Heteros” down bad? Why or why not?

How can we get better at connecting with others?

How do you find comfort while healing?

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Dating Rules 104 with StudVisionPodcast: Rants, Red Flags, and Heteros Down BAD part

Crux Media Group — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:13:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette along with Remy and Purp of the amazing Stud Vision Podcast as we go off script for a fun, entertaining, but real conversation on dating and connecting. We explore the reasons why Remy and Purp started the Stud Vision Podcast before diving into our opinions on the state of the “dating pool” and why it has more than pee in it. You don’t want to miss this one.

Here’s some things to consider for this discussion:

What makes dating difficult?

What have you discovered about yourself through your dating experiences?

How have you been a red flag?

Are “the Heteros” down bad? Why or why not?

How can we get better at connecting with others?

How do you find comfort while healing?

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Accountability is my FRIEND: A DASH of Discernment

Crux Media Group — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 04:24:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and returning guest/artist Nate Jolley as they discuss accountability with just a dash of discernment. In this episode, Builders will be asked to reflect on their journey with accountability and the ways that it interacts with our connections in life. We even get to some points where we’re holding ourselves accountable in real-time. Gotta love this topic!

Here are some things to consider for this discussion:

How does accountability fit into our life experience and relationships/connections?

How does discernment fit?

What was your earliest experience with accountability as an adult? What did you feel? What did you learn?

How do you think our generation deals with accountability?

How does discernment play a part in accountability?

How do you handle being “called to accountability” by others?

How did you develop the courage to hold yourself accountable? Others?

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How NOT to Have a Hard Conversation

Crux Media Group — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 06:37:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette as we discuss leaving conversations that are unproductive, argumentative, or uninteresting. Tap back into Hard Conversations with Hard Lessons featuring the Relationship Status Podcast for the twin episode that discussed how to HAVE hard conversations. This episode focuses on outlining the important parts of productive conversations, signs it’s time to leave the conversation with ways to do just that. Here are a few things to consider for this discussion:

What is the last conversation you had where you should’ve left?

What is an important part of a productive conversation?

How do you tell someone you’re no longer interested in conversing with them?

What is a sign that it’s time to exit a conversation?

Are you a good conversationalist?

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The Infamous Reputation of Apology

Crux Media Group — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 13:44:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette as we dive deep into the topic of apologizing. We have discussed forgiveness before on LBF Podcast but how do we get to a point of forgiveness when so many of us struggle with apologizing. This part one is a solo episode and will be followed for part two to gain other perspectives. Here are some considerations you should ponder for this discussion:

Is YOUR apology game strong or is it trash?

What are your beliefs around apology? Do you think they’re necessary? Why or why not?

What was the biggest situation you endured but never got an apology for?

How did this make you feel?

How do you feel when you are told that you are wrong or offended a loved one?

How do you feel when you apologize? Are you anxious, angry, nonchalant?

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Creating Space to Talk FEELINGS with Eezy Olah

Crux Media Group — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:45:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and artist/creative Eezy Olah to discuss his latest EP Feelings with a discussion on how both sexes handle emotions, connection, love, trauma, and so much more. Some questions to consider when having this conversation:

What is it like for you when you realize that you are catching feelings?

What is Love?

Who was your first crush? How did you feel?

How does music contribute to the way we feel?

What are you currently listening to when you’re in your feelings?

How do you believe men deal with feelings? How do women deal with feelings?

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Creating Space to Talk FEELINGS with Eezy Olah

Crux Media Group — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:45:00 +0000

What is it like for you when you realize that you are catching feelings?

What is Love?

Who was your first crush? How did you feel?

How does music contribute to the way we feel?

What are you currently listening to when you’re in your feelings?

How do you believe men deal with feelings? How do women deal with feelings?

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Damsel & the Dominant: a talk of alpha, dominants, and damsels in dating

Crux Media Group — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 12:07:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and special guest Key of MyCurlsSpeak Podcast to discuss the concept of “alpha men/women” and dominance in dating. We keep this topic light-hearted with plenty of laughs but a whole lot of truth from the perspective of two women. Some questions to consider when having this conversation:

Do you consider yourself an “alpha” or dominant? Why or why not?

Why do you believe some men have an issue with the idea of alpha women aka independent or dominant women?

Does true partnership require submission to one another?

Can we handle the fact that not everyone is a leader?

How do you incorporate your beliefs on this topic into your dating?

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Flow with Your Transition: Unsettled

Crux Media Group — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 19:09:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette for an episode on life transitions and settling. This solo episode acts as part two in the mini-series FLOW WITH YOUR TRANSITION. In the first portion, we discuss how to transition in life while dealing with our mental health. In this episode, we acknowledge the role “settling for less” plays in putting us in seasons of transitions often. Here’s a few things you should do when discussing life transition and settling:

Look around your life; ask yourself, if you want more and if you do... why have you settled for less?

Why do you choose to settle? Is it fear? Pressure? Loneliness?

What is it that you truly want for your life overall?

How do your current realities match up with your desires?

How can you ensure that you get what you’re worth?

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Creating Space with The Soul of AC

Crux Media Group — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 04:48:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and special guest Chef Autumn for this tasty discussion about food, love, passion, and following your ancestral dreams. Chef Autumn is the owner of The Soul of AC; a traveling private chef service providing delicious dishes and decadent experiences. Can you think of your favorite dish?... Chef Autumn can make that!

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Flow with Your Transition: a talk of life changes and mental health

Crux Media Group — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 04:01:00 +0000

This week join host Kantoinette for an intimate episode on life transitions and mental health. How do you recognize when you’re in a life transition? We explore the emotions, thoughts, and signs surrounding these beautiful, terrifying but necessary moments in our life that spur us to “level up.” Here’s a few questions for you:

What are your emotional experiences when in transition?

What is your support system like?

How do you know when you’re beginning a major life transition?

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A Different Kind of Hood: Stay At Home Mom Vibes Podcast

Crux Media Group — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:57:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and Kanisha Rush @Stayathomemomvibes as they discuss the topic of being a black stay-at-home mom. Diving into the unique experience of motherhood with four children while balancing mental health, challenging stereotypes, and paving a path to being her own kind of mother.

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Hard Conversations with Hard Lessons: Don’t Cheat with Relationship Status Podcast

Crux Media Group — Sat, 03 Jul 2021 03:20:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette for a special episode featuring the Relationship Status Podcast crew; Nique Crews, CL Butler, and Yusuf in the building as we discuss how to have a hard conversations. We recap moments in our life where we’ve had to have tough discussions and how those moments played out.

The conversation focuses heavily on how men and women communicate in relationships when issues occur and how we’ve experienced unhealthy, unhelpful ways to attempt a hard conversation. We even admit to being the culprits ourselves in some instances.

This is an amazing conversation you don’t want to miss out on; here are a few questions you should ask yourself for this topic?

How do you have a “hard” conversation?

What have been your experiences with having hard conversations?

What have you learned from these types of conversations?

Do you get annoyed when someone texts “we need to talk later?” Why or why not?

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Creating Space with Melanin Behind the Lens

Crux Media Group — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 20:40:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and Sophia @melaninbehindthelens as we get into her bio as a cinematographer, filmmaker, videographer, best-selling children's book author, and so much more. This creative has wisdom to share when it comes to creating your own lane in the film industry and in life.

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A Different Kind of Hood: Black Fatherhood

Crux Media Group — Sat, 19 Jun 2021 15:59:00 +0000

Happy Father’s Day!

Join Host Kantoinette and welcome back KT, one half of the 1409 Podcast, in this discussion of black fatherhood. KT works a full time job, coordinates and produces 1409 Podcast, is a student, husband, and a black father. We discuss his journey as a father and how he “shows up” for his children. There are a few questions we touch like:

What does it mean to you to be a black father?

How does the world view black fathers?

What is the job of a father? In your own words..

Do black fathers have a different kind of responsibility than other fathers of the world?

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Creating Space to talk Body Shaming with Splashin Sexy Swimwear

Crux Media Group — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 21:26:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and owner of Splashn’ Sexy Swimwear, Shalone as we discuss body shaming, her business, and how to love the body you’re in. We divide up the conversation between discussing her swimwear business and discussing the ways we understand body positivity and body shaming in our society. Asking and answering questions like:

When were you first taught to shame your body?

How have you body shamed others?

Fat shaming versus Skinny Shaming?

How does the media play a part in how we see ourselves?

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Creating Space with DAYGOTWIFI

Crux Media Group — Sat, 12 Jun 2021 20:02:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she interviews artist and creative DayGotWifi. Check out her latest project Late Night Cnnt’n. We discuss her creative process, love of music, and get to know this beautiful mind behind the dope music.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

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Dating Rules 102: Good on Paper; Not in Practice Pt. II

Crux Media Group — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 17:19:00 +0000

Part II

Join Host Kantoinette and Rick of Relationship Talk with Rick & Namon Podcast. We discuss things that look good on paper when dating but in practice aren’t so great. We ask the builders to help us with this one as we discuss many of the responses they gave like education, big spenders, and products of marriage to see why these things may seem great at first but in practice may prove problematic. We share our own personal traits that glitter at first sight but aren’t gold. Enjoy part I and see us next week for part II.

Revisit Dating Rules 101 from Season 1 of LBF Podcast and continue building the dating life that works for you.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases (some Fridays). Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Rick @doddsism and listen to all the great dating conversations on Relationship Talk with Rick & Namon Podcast. Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Creating Space with CREDLE

Crux Media Group — Sat, 29 May 2021 09:17:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she interviews artist and CEO of CREDLE Entertainment record label. His new single “The Chase” is out and doing numbers in the industry. We discuss his journey in becoming CREDLE, his thoughts on the music industry, and soak in all the gems he drops during our conversation.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guest @CREDLE on social media platforms and stream his new single “The Chase” on streaming platforms; also, dive into the visual on YouTube. Find ALL his music on your streaming platforms like apple music and Spotify.

Dating Rules 102: Good on Paper; Not in Practice Pt. 1

Crux Media Group — Tue, 25 May 2021 00:41:00 +0000

Revisit Dating Rules 101 from Season 1 of LBF Podcast and continue building the dating life that works for you.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Rick @doddism and listen to all the great dating conversation on Relationship Talk with Rick & Namon Podcast. Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

It’s a SHAME: Colorism

Crux Media Group — Mon, 17 May 2021 13:23:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and Nique Crews of the Relationship Status Podcast as we discuss the topic of colorism in a way that holds each other and ourselves accountable for the ways we participate, challenge, and understand this system that shames us on the basis of skin tone.

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2019/apr/09/colorism-racism-why-black-people-discriminate-among-ourselves

We share our personal answers on this topic and many more to gain a better understanding of how we handle colorism in the black community. Listen to this episode and then go have this colorism talk with a friend.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Nique Crews @niquecrews and listen to her every week on the Relationship Status Podcast. Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Moneybagg NO: a talk of financial journeys with two black millennials

Crux Media Group — Mon, 03 May 2021 13:08:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and Spa Dani as they discuss all things MONEY and their personal journeys, relationships, and revelations with the green stuff. For this discussion you should ask yourself a few questions:

Are your parents financially literate?

Are you responsible for those less financially fortunate in your family if you have money for luxuries or leisure (share builder responses)

What is your current relationship with money?

Do you have a safety net? Someone you could lean on financially if you ever needed help

We share our personal answers to these questions and many more to gain a better understanding of how we handle money and beat financial anxiety in our lives. Listen to this episode and then go have this financial talk with a friend.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Spa Dani @_beauty_andthe_boss or @spadani_ and book at spadaniexperience.com for your massage needs. Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Creating Space with Chae of Wholistic Naturally

Crux Media Group — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:02:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and special guest Chae for this Creating Space about intentional jewelry making, spirituality, and living life as a part of nature. Chae reveals how she began her journey after a period of self awareness and self discovery to work on what she calls her passion in creating artful, intentional pieces.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Every Other Friday) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guest Dani @chaethabae. Find her website at wholisticnaturally.com.

Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

It’s a SHAME: a talk of shame and homophobia (intro to the series)

Crux Media Group — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:39:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and Leighton Galloway (IG: Lg.Legit) as they introduce the new series of LBF Podcast with It’s a SHAME. What are the ways you have been taught to feel ashamed of something outside of your control? How have you shamed others? Host and guest explore these questions and dive into the topic of homophobia; discussing how those of the LGBTQ community are taught to feel ashamed of who they are at early ages throughout society. This conversation is real, informative, and passionate. You don’t want to miss out.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Leighton Galloway on IG @Lg.legit, Facebook @Leighton Galloway, and subscribe to his Youtube Leighton Galloway. Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

The ONE that Got Away PT. II

Crux Media Group — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 17:33:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and Spa Dani as take the talk of closure to the next level with discussing the infamous concept of “the one that got away.” Have you ever held onto a past love? Are you STILL holding onto a past love? This episode is for you builders and all the ones who have be labled by another as the one that got away.

Real closure is a little messy…it’s not always going to feel complete.

Closure isn’t always a conversation sometimes it’s an action.

Closure can be sudden or gradual

and it actually doesn’t require two people…

Closure is personal.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Spa Dani @_beauty_andthe_boss or @spadani_ and book at spadaniexperience.com for your massage needs. Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Creating Space with Dani of SheTheCamera & more

Crux Media Group — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:55:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and special guest Dani for this Creating Space about screenwriting, videography, photography, and being in control of your own dreams. Dani reveals how she stayed focused on her dream of the big screen and the journey of discovering herself through multiple creative outlets.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guest Dani @dannikaii @shethecamera @millennialfilmcrew @selfsashunessential on all her Instagram pages for personal, film, photography, and dope waist beads. Find her on Youtube at Dannikaii and visit shethecamera.com.

Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Closed Doors Don’t Get Fed: a talk of Closure

Crux Media Group — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 13:08:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette and Spa Dani as they get transparent in their experiences with closure. What has been your experience with closure? How has your understanding of closure changed throughout the years? The conversation asks the builders to reflect on their breakups, healing processes, and expired relationships to see how they processed closure.

Real closure is a little messy…it’s not always going to feel complete.

Closure isn’t always a conversation sometimes it’s an action.

Closure can be sudden or gradual

and it actually doesn’t require two people…

Closure is personal.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Creating Space with Azaria

Crux Media Group — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 19:53:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she interviews artists and creative Azaria fresh from Toronto. Azaria is a recording artist, musician, and podcaster who has been making a name for herself with singles like O.N.S and Turning 21. We discuss her journey, real-life behind the scenes, and even how it’s like being a black woman in the industry.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest Azaria @azaria.artistry, on twitter @azariaartistry on social media platforms and find her music under Azaria on all you streaming platforms. The song featured at the beginning of this episode was O.N.S (one night stand) go stream NOW!

Also listen to her fun, fresh podcast BadGyalChat also on all your major platforms.

Creating Space with Nate Jolley

Crux Media Group — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:07:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she interviews artist and spiritual worker Nate Jolley in this unique Creating Space episode. They talk about creation, art, spirituality, life journeys and more.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guest @Nate_Jolley on social media platforms and purchase his book The Art of Inspiration: The Highest Human Act; find his music on your streaming platforms like apple music and Spotify.

Creating Space with Gandy

Crux Media Group — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:05:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with recording artist Gandy (@that_gandy) as they dive deep into the conversation about what it means to create, evolve, and build on their creative talents.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @that_gandy on social media platforms and listen to his music on Apple Music, Spotify and all you free streaming arenas! The song on this episode of Creating Space was Bella from his album The Art of Storytelling check out the full version and the album.

Black Love Cinema: Fairytale or Nightmare (Malcolm & Marie Ep.1)

Crux Media Group — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 13:01:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette and honorary host Spa Dani as they take a deeper look in the new Netflix movie Malcolm & Marie. They discuss the arguments, scenes, favorite quotes, and more to determine whether this work of cinematic art is a fairytale for black love or a nightmare. You don’t want to miss this fun Valentine’s Day Episode!

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guest Spa Dani @_beauty_andthe_boss on social media platforms. Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

CREATING SPACE: WOMEN IN PODCASTING WITH KENDRA AND KEY

Crux Media Group — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Create Space with Kantoinette, Kendra, and Key as they discuss their journeys, experiences, and lessons while becoming podcasters over the last year. Kendra of CoffeewithKendra and Key of MyCurlsSpeak get into their bag and allow the builders a look behind the scene to connect on a deeper level with what goes into their podcasting ventures. If you are thinking of starting a podcast then this episode it for you. The women laugh, encourage one another, and bring a different light to solo women podcasting.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @CoffewithKendra on social media platforms and find her podcast on your streaming platforms and follow Key @diaryofkey and subscribe to her podcast MyCurlsSpeak on all major streaming platforms.

Let's Talk (Episode 2)

Crux Media Group — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 14:15:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she engages with the builders one on one for a Let’s Talk Episode. This episode focuses on things like Stincome tax and Twitter, travel, solo tripping, the time change, and introduces a new segment named Throw A Brick for the host’s take on all problematic tea.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Creating Space with PD creator of Nobody Grinds Like Us Network

Crux Media Group — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 12:57:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she discusses leveling up in your craft, passion, and networking with PD the creator of Nobody Grinds Like us Network. Download the NBGLU App for shows, podcasts, news, and even films on the go. Get your creative fix today!

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between. Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @PDtheCEO on social media platforms and the NGLU page @nobodygrindslikeus click the link in the bio to download the Free App and enjoy podcast & more on the go.

Let’s Talk (Episode 1)

Crux Media Group — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 12:52:00 +0000

Join Host Kantoinette with Nique Crews from the Relationship Status Podcast and Spa Dani as they discuss the New Year, Heaux Tales, and even TV shows like Bridgerton and The Bachelor. This new series of the LBF Podcast will give listeners an opportunity to connect with Kantoinette and guests in real-time.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

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Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @niquecrews and @_beauty_andthe_boss on social media platforms.

Listen to the Relationship Status podcast on Apple Podcast and all your streaming platforms! Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

The Birthday Episode (Year 30)

Crux Media Group — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 12:48:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with Bestie Spa Dani as they recap Kantoinette’s 30th Celebration and talk aging as women, growth, evolving friendships and more. Great conversation for anyone with a birthday, any time of the year!

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

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Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest Spa Dani @_beauty_andthe_boss on social media platforms. Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Sex, Love, & Dating After 30: With 30-Something Women PART II

Crux Media Group — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 14:46:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with guests Nique Crews of Relationship Status Podcast and Keshia For part II as they continue to break down their thoughts, experiences, and advice in this fun episode all about 30 somethings. How has your expectations and experiences in sex, love, and dating changed from your 20s? These women dive into this conversation holding nothing back.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Nique Crews @niquecrews and tap into her on The Relationship Status Podcast and Keshia @shavon_c03. Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Sex, Love, & Dating After 30: With 30-Something Women

Crux Media Group — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 13:10:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with guests Nique Crews of Relationship Status Podcast and Keshia as they break down their thoughts, experiences, and advice in this fun episode all about 30 somethings. How has your expectations and experiences in sex, love, and dating changed from your 20s? These women dive into this conversation holding nothing back.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Creating Space with Ty of More Than Words

Crux Media Group — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 05:30:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she interviews all around creative Ty Davis creator of the More Than Words Open Mic platform in this week’s Creating Space episode. They talk about creating spaces for local talent, inspiration, and what goes into the business of creating.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @mista_tyler on social media platforms and come to his local show More Than Words at Absolem Hookah Lounge in Florence, SC on Sundays @9:00p.m.

Burnout to a Crisp: a talk about burnout and seasonal depression part II

Crux Media Group — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 17:19:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with guest Rick (Relationship Talks with Rick and Namon Podcast) and Spa Dani as they discuss their experiences with burnout, symptoms, seasonal depression, and self care in PART II. In the middle of a global pandemic that’s been ravishing the planet for a year; you don’t want to miss this conversation sure to resonate with what many of us have been struggling with.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guests Spa Dani @_beauty_andthe_boss or @spadani_ and Rick @doddsism and his podcast @rickandnamon on social media platforms. Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

Burnout to a Crisp: a talk on burnout and seasonal depression Part 1

Crux Media Group — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:45:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with guest Rick (Relationship Talks with Rick and Namon Podcast) and Spa Dani as they discuss their experiences with burnout, symptoms, seasonal depression, and self care. In the middle of a global pandemic that’s been ravishing the planet for a year; you don’t want to miss this conversation sure to resonate with what many of us have been struggling with.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Creating Space: Eezy Olah

Crux Media Group — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 17:50:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she interviews music artist, producer, and all around creative Eezy Olah in this week’s Creating Space episode. They talk about creativity, uniqueness, Creative Sources, getting started and more.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @EezyOlah on social media platforms and find his music on your streaming platforms like apple music, soundcloud and Spotify. Stream his latest collaboration project FEED THE KIDS.

Black Love Cinema: Fairytale or Nightmare (EP 2)

Crux Media Group — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:36:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette and honorary host Spa Dani as they take a deeper look into a few black love classics (Brown Sugar, Just Wright, and Best Man). They discuss the arguments, scenes, favorite quotes, and more to determine whether these blacks are a fairytale for black love or a nightmare.

You don’t want to miss this fun episode as we love ourselves all Month & 2021 long! Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays, Fridays) episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest Spa Dani @_beauty_andthe_boss on social media platforms. Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre

The Astrology Episode

Crux Media Group — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 16:15:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette and special guest Key from the fresh, new podcast 'My Curls Speak with Key' as they talk astrology. Discussing everything from their own zodiac signs, to astrology and dating, religion, and so much more.

You have to play Tyrese's Signs of Love Making after listening to this episode and ask..."So, What's Your Sign?" We talk this conversation to another level attempting figure out why men don't believe in astrology and why some women swear by it. Let's talk about it.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @mcswithkey on social media platforms and listen to her podcast on Apple Podcast and all your streaming platforms! Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre.

--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Creating Space with AZACE

Crux Media Group — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 19:47:00 +0000

Join Kantoinette as she interviews recording artist AZACE this week for Creating Space. They talk about the hustle, influence, and investment that is every creatives' journey in sharing their art with the world.

The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @yolsza on social media platforms and listen to his music on Apple Music, Spotify and all you free streaming arenas! The song on this episode of Creating Space with Vibin' with AZ check on the full version.

--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The (Not So) Infamous Reputation of Mommy Issues Part II

Crux Media Group — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 22:50:00 +0000

Join Kantoinette and guests Shakyra (@SPADANI_), @GualaMeetsWorld, and newcomer to the show Nique Crews (@niquecrews) of the Relationship Status Podcast as they discuss their own "mommy issues" in PART II. We talk often about Daddy issues and there's even an episode on season 2 of LBF Podcast that discusses it but we rarely have honest conversations about mommy issues and how they play out in our life, love, and identity. This conversation doesn't shy away from the truth in that regard.

QUOTE: WE PROTECT MAMA AT ALL COST; WE ACKNOWLEDGE THE WAYS DADDY’S FLAWS AFFECTED US BUT WE BLINDLY UPHOLD THE SAINTHOOD OF OUR MOTHERS EVEN TO THE DETRIMENT OF ACKNOWLEDGING THE REALITIES OF THIER FLAWS.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend. Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.

Follow Guest @niquecrews on instagram and listen in to The Relationship Status podcast streaming on all major platforms.

Follow Guest @gualameetsworld on all social media platforms or @1409podcast; listen to his music on Apple Music, Spotify and all you free streaming arenas!

Follow Shakrya @beauty_andthe_boss on instagram and book her massages services by visiting spadaniexperience.com.

--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The (Not So) Infamous Reputation of Mommy Issues

Crux Media Group — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 20:56:00 +0000

Join Kantoinette and guests Shakyra (@SPADANI_), @GualaMeetsWorld, and newcomer to the show Nique Crews (@niquecrews) of the Relationship Status Podcast as they discuss their own "mommy issues." We talk often about Daddy issues and there's even an episode on season 2 of LBF Podcast that discusses it but we rarely have honest conversations about mommy issues and how they play out in our life, love, and identity. This conversation doesn't shy away from the truth in that regard.

Follow Guest @niquecrews on instagram and listen in to The Relationship Status podcast streaming on all major platforms.

Follow Guest @gualameetsworld on all social media platforms or @1409podcast; listen to his music on Apple Music, Spotify and all you free streaming arenas!

Follow Shakrya @beauty_andthe_boss on instagram and book her massages services by visiting spadaniexperience.com.

--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Creating Space THE REMIX with GualaMeetsWorld

Crux Media Group — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 14:11:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as she interview artist, newfound producer and podcaster GualaMeetsWorld as they discuss how his 2020 journey has transpired from when he first appeared on the Creating Space series. The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

Catch Creating Space Episodes on Fridays.

Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend.

Want to get social?

Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. Follow Guest @gualameetsworld on all social media platforms or @1409podcast; listen to his music on Apple Music, Spotify and all you free streaming arenas!

Sex is Not a Therapist...BUT it DAMN sure helps!

Crux Media Group — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 20:27:00 +0000

So builders, What has your journey been with sex this year? Join host Kantoinette and Reoccuring Guest Shakyra (SPA DANI) as they close out Season 2 of LBF Podcast just as they started it...talking sex. This time the discussion dives into the journeys we've experienced over the last 12 months including abstinence, the best sex of our lives, bad sex stories and all the kinky things in between.

You don't want to miss this not-so-taboo conversation as Kantionette and Dani continue to allow the builders to see truth through their honest vulnerability. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases.

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Creating Space with Toni Esther

Crux Media Group — Sun, 27 Dec 2020 13:43:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with Recording artist Toni Esther as we discuss music, vibes, community, and creating something unique with our God given talents. Toni Esther has music on Spotify, Apple Music, Band Camp and more. Follow Toni Esther on instagram @Toniesthersc The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between. Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch biweekly episodes and special releases. Like and share these conversations with a friend. Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Confidence 2.0 with CL Butler

Crux Media Group — Fri, 25 Dec 2020 20:27:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette as we extend the conversation of confidence with CL Butler from the Relationship Status Podcast. We discuss where we first learn the concept of confidence and how important it is to be nurtured through the journey of self reliance at a young age. This conversation is real, relatable, and fun as CL showcases his BIG personality and gives justice to the topic of confidence.

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Creating Space with KT of the 1409 Podcast

Crux Media Group — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 11:35:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette with cohost of the 1409 Podcast KT as they discuss all the ways he has become creative in the recent years. The Creating Space running series highlights those who shine their creative lights in different avenues; from music to podcasting with everything in between.

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The Confidence Episode

Crux Media Group — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 03:57:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette and recurring guest Dani (aka SPA DANI) as they discuss their journeys with confidence and what its been like to develop confidence in different areas of their life. Confidence is necessary to develop and maintain in multiple areas outside of physical appearance including mentally, emotionally, and even in business/creative lanes. What are the ways we develop confidence, maintain it, and allow others to help us in the journey of it.

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The Everything Episode

Crux Media Group — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 13:19:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette and guest B-Easy of the DJ Blaze Radio Show as they recap all of your favorite topics from this latest season of LBF Podcast. We talk sex, grief, work, and even ghostly experiences. This episodes has it ALL! The laughs, the transparency, and the realness make you feel like you're chilling and talking with two old friends. Like this show?! Remember to subscribe and share this show with your friends. Want to join the conversations? Leave a comment and Kantoinette will reply on the show. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Infamous Reputation of Forgiveness

Crux Media Group — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 13:35:00 +0000

In the midst of “Cut off season” Do we give forgiveness a bad rep? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Working Hard or Is it Hardly Working? a talk about our working lives and career transitions

Crux Media Group — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 13:55:00 +0000

Join host Kantoinette and guest Kimie as they discuss the dynamics of being career women navigating a world filled with opportunities. This talk is all about WORK, WORK, WORK with a focus on finding compatibility in careers, changing jobs, and understanding what being a career women means. This pair of women is surprised joined by Yusuf from the Relationship Status Podcast as he weighs in on the comment "Women take on more household work..." It gets really interesting after that to say the least; have a listen and join the conversation leaving a comment and review. Remember to like, share, and subscribe to your new favorite podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

FRIENDZONED: a twist on the talk of friendship

Crux Media Group — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 12:57:00 +0000

BUT YOU SAY I'M JUST A FRIEND; Let's have a talk about friends BUT with a twist. Join host Kantoinette with three amazing guests: Gualameetsworld from the 1409 Podcast, Rick of Relationship Talks with Rick & Namon, and newcomer/friend Kimie discuss everything from friendzoning to being friends with an ex. The crew even dives into talks of outgrowing friends. Listen as we share the funny, the real, and the relatable! Also, join the conversation by leaving a comment and review. Remember to like, share, and subscribe to your new favorite podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Infamous Reputation of (Daddy Issues)

Crux Media Group — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000

This episode takes a look into how we view "daddy issues" from a personal perspective with host Kantoinette and guest @uniformedbeauty discussing their own daddy issues. Host Kantoinette believes that "daddy issues" has a reputation stemming from abandonment or men absent from the child's life when in reality, those with a father in the home can still experience daddy issues that go on to affect their connections and relations with men. Guest talks about her abandonment and internalized issues stemming from childhood. This conversation gets a little teary but is definitely worth the listen. Let's talk this out so that we can heal and recognize our issues moving forward for healthier connections.

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Earn it! a talk of putting in effort for a romantic interest

Crux Media Group — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 13:06:00 +0000

How do you feel when someone says "you have to earn me or earn it." Host Kantoinette the blogger and guest Rick of the Relationship Talks with Rick & Namon Podcast discuss just what it means when someone asks and expects to be “earned”. Both start off with different opinions on the topic but listen as they try to pursue each other into looking at EARNING IT in romance from their point of views. You don’t wanna miss this. As always join the conversation by leaving a comment, like, share, & subscribe here at LBF PODCAST --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

TRAILBLAZERS, PATH MAKERS, & INNOVATORS: a talk of the first generation experience Part II

Crux Media Group — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 14:01:00 +0000

Join Kantoinette and guest Yusuf from the Relationship Status Podcast as they embark on part II of the conversation that highlights the first generation experience. This episodes focuses on the ways these first generation children challenge different norms from religion and traditions to working beliefs and cultural habits. First generation individuals are the true definition of "builders." Building paths to realities we never saw and challenging the things that could cause generational "curses." Let's get into this discussion and remember to share your own first gen experience with the show as you like, share, comment, and subscribe. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Trailblazers, Path makers, & Innovations: a talk of the 1st Gen Experience Pt. I

Crux Media Group — Fri, 18 Sep 2020 16:08:00 +0000

This episode dives deep in the worlds and experiences of two 1st Gens as they discuss their backgrounds, financial literacy, & the college journeys unique to trailblazers. Join host Kantoinette and guest Yusuf from the relationship status podcast as they talk, laugh, and get real. *Stay tuned for the Part II* --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Good Guy: Fact or Fiction

Crux Media Group — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 14:01:00 +0000

This episode sheds light on the idea of the “good guy” giving @timbelljr a self proclaimed good guy a chance to speak on everything from dating to patriarchy. Let’s get into it and see is there really some good guys out there! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Creating Space with DJTSTREETS

Crux Media Group — Sat, 29 Aug 2020 17:55:00 +0000

LBF takes a deeper look into creating space with DJTSTREETS; this continuation of the Creating Space series highlights the in & outs of what it’s like for the craft of DJing. Join us for laughs and songs on this fun episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Wet Season/Dry Season

Crux Media Group — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 19:47:00 +0000

Dry seasons allow us to get back to ourselves and focus on the things we need to be our best selves while the Wet Season encourages us to connect with others and explore ourselves through those experiences. Best friend @uniformbeauty is back for another hilarious episode. Let’s get into! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Vagina Monologues Part III: Women’s Sexual Health

Crux Media Group — Thu, 06 Aug 2020 15:20:00 +0000

We take a deeper look into the sexual health and organs of women discussing everything from HPV, STIs to Safe sex. Let’s get into it and break the stigma of what it means to be a healthy woman. Special Guest: Keshia --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

King Shit: a talk of Black Men’s Self Care

Crux Media Group — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:37:00 +0000

Do black men conduct self care? What are the ways in which they do so outside of hitting the gym hard and gaming; LBF explores this topic with special guest Mega --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Vagina Monologues Part II: Black Womanhood

Crux Media Group — Sat, 20 Jun 2020 05:08:00 +0000

On JUNETEENTH, black women discuss the journey of black Womanhood unfiltered. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

LIFT YO BLACK ASS VOICE

Crux Media Group — Mon, 08 Jun 2020 11:58:00 +0000

“We have to have a talk about liberating minds as well as liberating society” _ Angela Davis --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

LET’S GET INSECURE

Crux Media Group — Sun, 10 May 2020 21:59:00 +0000

Discussing the themes of the HBO hit show Insecure: Friendship, Exes, Relationships, Emotional Maturity, Career Life --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Vagina Monologues: a talk about womanhood throughout generations

Crux Media Group — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 11:19:00 +0000

Let’s Talk womanhood on this LIVE EPISODE! What it means for us and what it meant for our mothers, grandmothers...how different definitions throughout generations has shaped millennial womanhood. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

THE Grief Episode

Crux Media Group — Sat, 11 Apr 2020 14:28:00 +0000

With episode 2 we’re trying to build a better conversation around the topic of grief. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Sex is NOT a Therapist & other Dirty Talk

Crux Media Group — Mon, 06 Apr 2020 23:24:00 +0000

Let’s Talk about sex and our relationship with sexual experiences, beliefs, and conversations. This episode kicks of season two in kicking the taboo topic into a real ass discussion. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

CoronaVacation & Self Check

Crux Media Group — Sun, 15 Mar 2020 02:14:00 +0000

Randomly discussing how the worldwide “halt” is prime time for a self check & self care. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The BIRTHDAY Episode

Crux Media Group — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 21:20:00 +0000

Let’s talk about aging in this world as a woman! Discussing what’s dead moving forward or Alive & well in our maturing lives. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Complaint Drug

Crux Media Group — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 11:39:00 +0000

When did we get addicted? How did complaining become the drug that so many of us can’t get enough of? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bad Year, New Year

Crux Media Group — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 13:53:00 +0000

Don’t drag your baggage across your fresh start like leaky trash on white tile. Double bag your shit and move forward because life is going to move regardless. Move with it and build back the trust you had for wonderful possibilities and exciting New years. Happy New Year! 2020 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Creating Space with GualameetsWorld of the 1409 Podcast

Crux Media Group — Fri, 27 Dec 2019 03:40:00 +0000

How do you create space for yourself as a creative or entrepreneur; we explore this and more. Support, journey, and doing things our own way as creatives with guest @gualameetsworld. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

NOBODY’s FUCKIN MAYBE

Crux Media Group — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 01:09:00 +0000

Gray areas and possibilities have no place here. Let’s talk about how we choose not to be someone’s one day or option. NFM dives into the heart of the struggles many of us have faced when it comes to connecting with others romantically...situationships anyone?... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dating Rules 101 (Part 2)

Crux Media Group — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 06:22:00 +0000

The Dating world should come with its own set of rules and an instruction manual. Let’s discuss some of the “dating rules” the LBF builders shared. Join Kantoinette_the blogger with guest uniformed_beauty for the second part of this episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dating Rules 101 (Part 1)

Crux Media Group — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 04:58:00 +0000

The Dating world should come with its own set of rules and an instruction manual lets discuss some of the “dating rules” the LBF builders shared. Join Kantoinette_theblogger with guest uniformed_beauty for this two part episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Healing Process

Crux Media Group — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 11:06:00 +0000

Healing is not a straight line but it is a necessary process to live your best life. Currently it seems we have too many damsels and too few healed adults out here. Join me and a special guest for this in depth convo about healing the LBF way --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

LBF PODCAST (Trailer)

Crux Media Group — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 19:25:00 +0000