This week the ladies had a VERY special guest come through and bless the mic...AGAIN!! This voice may definitely be familiar to you since she is the beautiful singer from our intro song!! ? ❤️ Jayy Iman is a triple threat so it’s only right that she came to join us as we discussed how she began her journey to music, the role that female rappers play in the music industry and music’s impact on our society. Tune in to this episode to hear more! ?? Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

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Ep73: Women In Music Feat Jayy Iman

On this week’s episode, the ladies talk about discrimination that they’ve experienced in the workplace. They share personal experiences of racist encounters, dealing with lack of diversity and representation at their companies and give their opinions about whether companies are being real when they say Black Lives Matter...do they though? ? ?This week’s TBT crush is going to the organization Coffee, Hip Hop and Mental Health!! ☕️???‍♀️CHHAMH is not only dope because it’s a Chicago based organization but their main goal is founded on normalizing therapy within the black community and helping those who are in crisis. This organization has been on the front lines donating groceries to families, hosting wellness activities for the community, and collaborating with well known Chicago artists and musicians to continue inspiring and uplifting our people. If you’re looking for a way to help donate during these times please visit chhamh.com and follow @coffeehiphopandmentalhealth on IG! ???❤️ Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep72: Where Are the BLACK Executives at Though?

Because we MF tired, y’all. This week the ladies discuss how problematic the Karens and Kens/Kevins of the world have become and share their favorite Karen videos. Have you had any personal encounters with Karen/Ken?? ? Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep71: I Wish A Karen Would!

The ladies of TBT are joined on this week’s episode by their lovely guest, Shay Taylor! Shay is 1/4 of ‘The Guys Podcast’ so it’s only right that we discuss what it’s like having male friends. They dive into the advantages and disadvantages of having male friends and how masculine/feminine energy can play a part in friendships. Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep70: She's One of the Guys! Feat Shay Taylor (The Guys Podcast)

Yes, you read it right! This week the ladies discuss the topic of how women having hairy body parts has been viewed negatively by society. They also share their own personal opinions and stigmas on these normalized views. The crush for this week goes to Jermesha a.k.a “ Official Busy Brown Girl.” ?✨ She is a blogger, author and creator of Brown Girl Proverb. She’s mostly known around Chicago for providing awareness and literacy in our communities around entrepreneurship, beauty, social and mental health and everything else. You can check her out on IG @_officialbusybrowngirl and subscribe to her blog and website at www.browngirlproverb.com. She literally does it all so be sure to check her out if you’re need of some uplifting or just want to support black owned businesses! ✊?? Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep69: Does My P*ssy Hair Offend You?

The ladies of TBT decided to switch it up a bit this week to a more light hearted episode. With new listeners joining the TBT crew, the ladies want you to know them a little better as they play a fun game and ask each other various questions! Tune in to hear what the conversation is all about ? Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep68: Get to Know Triflin But True!

This episode is all about the future of education for our children and what that means in the middle of a pandemic and race war. The ladies share their opinions on our education system, the parents role at home and how the future of education may look completely different after 2020. Tune in to hear more and share your thoughts by leaving a comment below ?? CRUSH Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep67: The Future of Education in America

The Triflin Truth for this week’s episode is “entrepreneurship ain’t for everybody” ??‍♀️ The ladies discuss what it means to be an entrepreneur, working a 9-5 and how people need to stay in their lane when it comes to living a certain lifestyle. This week’s crush is going to an organization called ‘Gyrls In the HOOD Foundation’ based right out of Chicago. The mission behind this organization is to redefine negative stereotypes placed on girls residing in urban areas considered “hood.” Various topics that they discuss include education around STD’s, consent, sexual education, reproductive health, LGBTQ rights and prevention of HIV. People can donate to this great organization, attend poetry slams, participate in community service events, and so much more! You can follow them on IG @gyrlsinthehoodfoundation and visit their website www.gyrlsinthehood.com to learn more! Keep doing your thing gyrls!! ???❤️ Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep66: Entrepreneurship Isn't For Everybody!

This week’s episode is all about sex. YEP! The ladies discuss whether or not sex cheapens or strengthens a bond between two people. CRUSH OF THE WEEK ???This weeks special shout out goes to miss @Rainnlaurenpolo Of course we had to crush on our new favorite Chicago DJ! DJ RAINN! Rainn is a dope as DJ from Chicago. He recently DJ’d our virtual party and he always keep the party lit. Most importantly he is extremely professional! I recommend y’all check out his playlist and book him for future gigs!!!! Thank you again Rainn. You are so dope!!! Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep65: Does Sex Cheapen or Strengthen a Bond?

The ladies are joined by a very special guest this week....Brian Robinson a.k.a. The Infamous CPA! The topic is all about finances and the role they play in relationships so you know gems were dropped! They share their personal perspectives on finances and how significant money management in relationships is. This week's crush goes to Zing, an amazing nurse and entrepreneur! Zing recently graduated and received her BSN and we are so proud of her! She is also the owner of The Bomb Beauty Wigs, which is a custom handmade wig company. She's got something for everyones style, whether you want a short blunt bob or long curly wig with a lace frontal, she has you covered! Don't let this quarantine stop you from looking your best so definitely check her out on instagram @thebombbeautywigs and her personal page @iheartzing! Tell her TBT sent you! Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep64: Money Moves & Love Feat Brian Robinson

This week the ladies of TBT discuss whether you should or shouldn’t tell your friends everything going on in your life. What y’all think? Tune in to hear their personal opinions!  Our crush for this week is going to the beautiful @KiaSmithWrites!! Kia is definitely a #girlboss ? She is a writer, blogger and author of her first book, ‘Write Yourself A Love Letter’ ? If you’re on the self-love journey like most of us, then you’ll want to cop this book! You can purchase it on Amazon or on her website www.kiasmithwrites.com. You can also sign up for her blog and read more about her by clicking the link in her IG bio, which again is @kiasmithwrites. Stay bossed up and blessed up love! ❤️✨  Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week!  If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com.  YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage!  Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode!  Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal  Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree  For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep63: “It Ain’t None of Your Friends Business!”

This week we are serving you beauty and baking, hunty! This episode features two very talented ladies, Toni and Ty, who join us to discuss their businesses, collaboration of women in business and life in the midst of corona. If you’re looking for a makeup artist or want to learn about beauty products that won’t break the bank, you can check Toni out on YouTube and IG @anti_gorgeous. You can also see all of the delicious desserts that Ty creates on her IG @yummikupkake. Put your next order in for birthdays, anniversaries and Father’s Day by visiting www.yummikupkake.com! ?? CRUSH OF THE WEEK ???This weeks special shout out goes to miss @kiglams_!! Kiana is a bomb Makeup Artist from Chicago. She is also the CEO of her own Cosmetic line @_allurecosmetics_. She has been doing makeup for some time now and her work is absolutely amazing. Not only is she good at what she does but she is also someone I look at for fashion inspiration and beauty advice. I definitely recommend y’all check her out and put your orders in for a black owned cosmetic line. Love your work Ki! Keep being an inspiration. ?? Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal Intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep62: Women Collaborating in Business (ft. Anti_Gorgeous/Toni and @YummiKupkake/Ty)

Mother's Day is upon us so Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there! Quarantine has everyone celebrating this special day...at home. With no brunches or spa days to attend you may need to use some creativity. The ladies discuss how they plan to spend the day during quarantine! They also discuss how society views and celebrates Mother's Day vs Father's Day, and why mother's are held to a higher standard and celebrated more.  Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal New intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep61: Mama you know I love youuuuu

What better time to find your next boo than to shoot your shot during quarantine? This week the ladies revisit the topic of slidin’ in the DM and how now is a better time than any to shoot ya shot. Listen in to get some pointers on how to get your next quarantine bae! This week’s crush is going to the lovely @breespecific! You guys have probably heard her voice once or twice since she is a radio personality for Power 92, one of Chicago’s top radio stations. It’s refreshing to see a black woman in the media and radio industry using her platform to talk about real things going on in Chicago. Oh and if that wasn’t enough, ya girl is the owner of a candle company named Specific Scents. Over here at TBT, we LOVEEEEE us some candles y’all! So show this beauty some love on IG at @breespecific as well as her candle company, @specificscents ?✨ Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal New intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep60: Shoot Your Shot Sis! (Quarantine Style)

During this quarantine season, the ladies discuss this week’s triflin truth - dating insecure men. They dive into personal stories of dating insecure men and describe what being insecure really looks like! This week’s episode is brought to you by Beautiful Tree Woodworks! Check them out on Instagram and Facebook @beautifultreewoodworks (Crush of the Week) Tune into our “Crush of the Week” segment this week! If you got something on your chest...let it off by submitting a “sis/bro, send help” to triflinbuttrue@gmail.com. YouTube channel @triflinbuttrue for our vlogs, mukbangs and additional behind the scenes footage! Follow us on Instagram @triflinbuttrue and let’s discuss this week’s episode! Are you loving the hosts? Follow their personal Instagram pages: @justjadealexis @realasiamonique @iamloreal New intro and production mix by: Jayy Iman and LeevsTree IG: @jayyiman @leevstree For all business inquiries please contact us at triflinbuttrue@gmail.com and let’s work!

Ep59: Insecure...No Issa Rae!

Join the ‘Triflin’ But True’ crew every Thursday as they share their experiences on common topics relating to sex, relationships, and adulting!

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