Wow... I'm gonna be someone's dad. Well, I better start gathering information huh? Where do I start? Who should I talk to? WHAT DO I NEED TO ADD TO A BABY SHOWER REGISTRY?!  So many questions and time is clearly on crack. I have to admit.. My first emotion was not excitement, but fear: about significant changes of plans, of my abilities to provide for a baby, and the challenge of co-parenting. Thankfully, I know a couple of young Black fathers to drop some insight as I embark upon this new chapter in my life. ---- "Hands-On": Daddy's hands are oftentimes supposed to be there to guide, to shape, the fix when possible, and to support. This series is a compilation of conversations with Millennial Black fathers on the challenges, joys, early lessons learned, confidences, and insecurities about their journies as proactive, hands-on fathers. Amongst these men are single fathers, husbands, co-parents, and dads currently trying to work things out with mom. This series will put a megaphone behind voices that go unheard often. This is "Hands-On". Reckommendations Parenting Apps: Huckleberry, What to Expect Books: "With Parents: The new dad's guide to the baby's first year" Good Ass Art Song: “I remember 09": by Feel Good Spud Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

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Hands-On Series: "Baby Shower" - Tae & Jerry

A perfect example of code-switching intraculturally amongst Black folks. Enjoy Big Mouth on Adult Swim! Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Bonus Episode: Big Mouth

Word of The Day: Ignominious (adj) - deserving or causing public disgrace or shame. Presented By: @thetristenjohnsonllc Friends and fans of the podcast... our favorite unpredictable G-ma, Christine is in need of your affirmations, prayers, and positive vibrations. She is currently in the hospital after suffering from a number of major health issues for the past few months (hence my hiatus and no Convo with Christine segment). Keep her lifted for us. <3 ------------------ The top of episode 17 is blessed with some home-cooked music straight outta Chicago, coming from Freddie Old Soul (add this song from the Good Ass Playlist found in the description below!)   This week, I'm joined by the newly hooded, DOCTA TRISTEN BRENAÉ JOHNSON, for a discussion about how code-switching and European-influenced standards of [life?] mitigate how we are allowed to present our Blackness in a given space (11:50).  Then, the importance and historical significance of "Black names", code-switching within different personal groups, and other scenarios.  Dr. Johnson introduces our 10-dollar word of the day while discussing the challenge of understanding what Blackness is. We chat through Megan Markle 'nem and how that relates to the experiences of Black women throughout western society (28:02), and then... we get into the deep stuff: fear of death (33:50) and if/how we can overcome that fear, and challenge ourselves to still live while acknowledging that fear.  At closing, I make an announcement that you're not going to want to miss. :)  Good Ass Art  (48:23) Song: “Shorty Fine AF on 63rd": by Freddie Old SOUL Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations Pray for Christine... Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates <3U4 Listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Word of The Day: Ignominious (adj) - deserving or causing public disgrace or shame. Presented By: @thetristenjohnsonllc Friends and fans of the podcast... our favorite unpredictable G-ma, Christine is in need of your affirmations, prayers, and positive vibrations. She is currently in the hospital after suffering from a number of major health issues for the past few months (hence my hiatus and no Convo with Christine segment). Keep her lifted for us. 

Episode 17: "Ignominious" - Life, Death, and Code-Switching

Word of The Day: Deleterious (adj) - causing harm or damage. Presented By: @3ALove On Monday, Feb. 16, the seemingly invincible state of Texas had one of its biggest strengths, its self-independence, show up as a major weakness.  Thanks to having its own power grid system, the unprecedented ice storm completely incapacitated millions of Texans (and many citizens throughout the south).  Without power and clean water, dozens of Texans suffered hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning, physical injuries, and even death in the days following.  This episode was recorded during this statewide situation as a way to distract ourselves with fun conversation and bond through the very serious situation at hand (Overview in Intro).  ------------ I'm officially in Astroworld (Houston) and guess what? Making friends as an adult is hard as F***! However, thanks to Al Gore's internet, I've come across a dope new friend "Moriah" that shall be referred to as Mo' The Stallion (2:19).  During the power outage, Mo' came by to stay as her water and power were out at her spot so we figured we minus whale record for the pod, right? In this Open Space (4:43), we start by providing a succinct list of 10 spots to hit during your next trip to the city (check Reckommendations section below) discuss the differences in how racial identity impacts Black Houstonians compared to Black Chicagoans (18:40).  As a Houston native, Mo' explains what the Houston Rodeo is (or would have been) like this year along with the differences between NOLA crawfish and Houston crawfish boils (21:33).  Then, we dive into some of the reasons who I chose to come, and why Mo' has chosen to stay in H-Town so long.   Later, we discuss the pandora what that means for summertime activities--comparing Chicago's scene to Houston.  We close out by discussing the experience of virtual counseling sessions (36:05) and flood zones (pro-tip if you're thinking about moving here).   Good Ass Art  (48:23) Song: “Time": by Kiiing (Sebastian Mikael) Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations Amarino Gelato Krab Queenz - Houston Seafood Live Oak - Wings North Italia - Italian Restaurant Prospect Park - Black-owned Bar/Lounge Grooves - .75 Happy Hour/Hookah Kamp Houston - Indoor/Outdoor Restaurant The Address - Club Turkey Leg Hut - (crawfish mac n cheese leg highly recommended) The Breakfast Klub - Breakfast Ray's BBQ - Black-owned Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates <3U4 Listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Word of The Day: Deleterious (adj) - causing harm or damage. Presented By: @3ALove On Monday, Feb. 16, the seemingly invincible state of Texas had one of its biggest strengths, its self-independence, show up as a major weakness.  Thanks to having its own power grid system, the unprecedented ice storm completely incapacitated millions of Texans (and many citizens throughout the south).  Without power and clean water, dozens of Texans suffered hypothermia, carbon monoxide poisoning, physical injuries, and even death in the days following.  This episode was recorded during this statewide situation as a way to distract ourselves with fun conversation and bond through the very serious situation at hand (Overview in Intro).  ------------ I'm officially in Astroworld (Houston) and guess what? Making friends as an adult is hard as F***! However, thanks to Al Gore's internet, I've come across a dope new friend "Moriah" that shall be referred to as Mo' The Stallion (2:19).  During the power outage, Mo' came by to stay as her water and power were out at her spot so we figured we minus whale record for the pod, right? In this Open Space (4:43), we start by providing a succinct list of 10 spots to hit during your next trip to the city (check Reckommendations section below) discuss the differences in how racial identity impacts Black Houstonians compared to Black Chicagoans (18:40).  As a Houston native, Mo' explains what the Houston Rodeo is (or would have been) like this year along with the differences between NOLA crawfish and Houston crawfish boils (21:33).  Then, we dive into some of the reasons who I chose to come, and why Mo' has chosen to stay in H-Town so long.   Later, we discuss the pandora what that means for summertime activities--comparing Chicago's scene to Houston.  We close out by discussing the experience of virtual counseling sessions (36:05) and flood zones (pro-tip if you're thinking about moving here).   Good Ass Art  (48:23) Song: “Time": by Kiiing (Sebastian Mikael) Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations Amarino Gelato Krab Queenz - Houston Seafood Live Oak - Wings North Italia - Italian Restaurant Prospect Park - Black-owned Bar/Lounge Grooves - .75 Happy Hour/Hookah Kamp Houston - Indoor/Outdoor Restaurant The Address - Club Turkey Leg Hut - (crawfish mac n cheese leg highly recommended) The Breakfast Klub - Breakfast Ray's BBQ - Black-owned Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates 

Episode 16: "Oochie Wylin" - Welcome to Houston

Word of The Day: Tenacious (adj) - persistent in maintaining, adhering to, or seeking something valued or desired Presented By: @WowThatsDeepPodcast Valerie: Entrepreneur. Artist. Singer. Dancer. Nail Tech. Servant. Daughter. Sister. My Mother. Auntie Joyce “Pumba”  joins Sean “Scoot-a-Boot” in Open Space ( to attempt to paint a vivid picture of her sister, my mother, Valerie. In this episode, we laugh, we cry, and we explore her life from childhood to adolescence, adulthood, and parenthood.  We recount lessons we have learned directly through her words, and indirectly by observing her actions. While the impact of Val cannot be in a singular podcast episode, this one hour + episode attempts to provide a glimpse of her personhood.  Of course, there's a tangential sidebar debate on the meaning of “mixed chicken” from Popeye’s (mild/spicy or white/dark meat lmao) 4:37 , and a Commercial with G-ma Christine for her all-time favorite department store, Carson Prairie Scott (lol) 47:02. But, the REST of this episode is about the life and times of my OG. I hope it's enlightening and brings warm feelings to family and friends of hers that may be listening. P.S. Let me know if you’re feeling this lofi hip-hop rendition of “Steven Universe” I have as the background theme this go around.. I thought the vibe was fitting. Just might keep it. Good Ass Art  (66:30) Song: “Enough is Enough”: by Kiiing (@blackiiingout), a Chicago hip-hop artist Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations “Buy Back The Block” Virtual Pop-Up Shop on Eventbrite Call to Action: Support a Black Nail Technician in your area. Schedule your mammogram! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Episode 15: About Valerie (From My Heart 2 Yours)

Word of The Day: Inspire (n) - fill with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. Presented By: @FollowYoursHeartsBeat In another Christmas-themed episode, Reck and Kevin (@TheNigerian.Therapist) debate over what song holds the title of GREATEST BLACK CHRISTMAS SONG of all time (4:00). The two discuss the absence/short-term presence of Santa in Nigerian culture (12:04).  Should we lie (tell a story) to our children about the existence of Santa (16:00)?  Trying to maintain the magic of Christmas memories (20:25).  Emphasizing the importance of therapy and therapeutic recreation (26:18).   Later, Kev and Sean discuss African and Black American relations/perceptions (32:30) on the @COI_Podcast.  Key lessons learned this year (34:02).  Memorable gifts, which then leads into a deep dive on properly communicating your partner's love language (46:55).  The pair investigate the perceived origins of their own love languages (52:32).   Good Ass Art  (66:30) Song: All Night Long by @p.e.a.c.e.band  Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations The Children of Immigrants Podcast @COI_Podcast Book: "The Celestine Prophecy" by James Redfield YouTube Comedy Channel: "Smoked Out Saturdaze" with @LarryIsLegend Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates <3U4 Listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Word of The Day: Inspire (n) - fill with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative. Presented By: @FollowYoursHeartsBeat In another Christmas-themed episode, Reck and Kevin (@TheNigerian.Therapist) debate over what song holds the title of GREATEST BLACK CHRISTMAS SONG of all time (4:00). The two discuss the absence/short-term presence of Santa in Nigerian culture (12:04).  Should we lie (tell a story) to our children about the existence of Santa (16:00)?  Trying to maintain the magic of Christmas memories (20:25).  Emphasizing the importance of therapy and therapeutic recreation (26:18).   Later, Kev and Sean discuss African and Black American relations/perceptions (32:30) on the @COI_Podcast.  Key lessons learned this year (34:02).  Memorable gifts, which then leads into a deep dive on properly communicating your partner's love language (46:55).  The pair investigate the perceived origins of their own love languages (52:32).   Good Ass Art  (66:30) Song: All Night Long by @p.e.a.c.e.band  Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations The Children of Immigrants Podcast @COI_Podcast Book: "The Celestine Prophecy" by James Redfield YouTube Comedy Channel: "Smoked Out Saturdaze" with @LarryIsLegend Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates 

Episode 14: "Jollof Snow" - African & Black American Experiences

Word of The Day: Eclectic (adj) - deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources. Presented By: @_CalebTaylor Happy Christmas (I know what I said)! In this holiday-edition, Reck is joined by a host of the "Basement Vibes: Singles Mixer", @BriPeezy22. In Open Space, Reck tells introduces 100-hour lasagna :-O (11:55) which leads to Bri questioning Reck on when is it okay to cook for someone he is dating (14:03).   The pair talks about lessons learned through dating, during a pandemic, in 2020 (21:03). Inspired by legendary Black content creator, Kain Carter (@hotdamnirock), Reck gathers listeners to detail his story of his WORST DATE EVER -_- (26:53) Good Ass Music Song: Favorite Time of Day by @_CalebTaylor  Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations Love thy neighbor... Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates <3U4 Listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Word of The Day: Eclectic (adj) - deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources. Presented By: @_CalebTaylor Happy Christmas (I know what I said)! In this holiday-edition, Reck is joined by a host of the "Basement Vibes: Singles Mixer", @BriPeezy22. In Open Space, Reck tells introduces 100-hour lasagna :-O (11:55) which leads to Bri questioning Reck on when is it okay to cook for someone he is dating (14:03).   The pair talks about lessons learned through dating, during a pandemic, in 2020 (21:03). Inspired by legendary Black content creator, Kain Carter (@hotdamnirock), Reck gathers listeners to detail his story of his WORST DATE EVER -_- (26:53) Good Ass Music Song: Favorite Time of Day by @_CalebTaylor  Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations Love thy neighbor... Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates 

Episode 13: Single Bells - Romance and Holidays

Word of The Day: Vanguard (n) - a group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas. Presented By: @CrookNFlailCo After a long hiatus, the WTD Podcast is back!  Lots of changes have occurred during the break, and Reck kicks off the season by filling listeners in on the status of his (un)employment, mental health, and the next place he'll call home.  The Intro details a few changes to the show this season, while Open Space details the recipe to remaining resilient through a 7 step guide on how to "trust the process"  Good Ass Art Song: Like It's My Last by @Rawthentic_Radio Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls  Reckommendations Fishing in Black Community: @TheBlackFish Project (Instagram) Candles by Status Glow Candles https://statusglow.shop/home  Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates <3U4 Listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Word of The Day: Vanguard (n) - a group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas. Presented By: @CrookNFlailCo After a long hiatus, the WTD Podcast is back!  Lots of changes have occurred during the break, and Reck kicks off the season by filling listeners in on the status of his (un)employment, mental health, and the next place he'll call home.  The Intro details a few changes to the show this season, while Open Space details the recipe to remaining resilient through a 7 step guide on how to "trust the process"  Good Ass Art Song: Like It's My Last by @Rawthentic_Radio Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls  Reckommendations Fishing in Black Community: @TheBlackFish Project (Instagram) Candles by Status Glow Candles https://statusglow.shop/home  Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates 

Episode 11: How to "Trust The Process"

Word of The Day: Kairos (n): a critical moment for decision or action. Presented By: @Amore.Muse In this episode, Reck and Rob (@Amore.Muse) discuss baby fever from men's perspectives and experiences, delving into the emotional and mental complexities of the desire for fatherhood, yet acknowledging the obstacles in the way.  The pair detail what their earliest conceptions of "fatherhood" meant and what those mean for how they currently understand the role of a dad.  Conversation includes thoughts on being potential step-fathers, ALMOST being dads in the past, and other thoughts on the matter. Good Ass Art Song: Joy by Chill Da God (@Chill_Da_God) Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations Netflix Movie: Klaus YouTube Channel: Sam the Cooking Guy Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates <3U4 Listening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Word of The Day: Kairos (n): a critical moment for decision or action. Presented By: @Amore.Muse In this episode, Reck and Rob (@Amore.Muse) discuss baby fever from men's perspectives and experiences, delving into the emotional and mental complexities of the desire for fatherhood, yet acknowledging the obstacles in the way.  The pair detail what their earliest conceptions of "fatherhood" meant and what those mean for how they currently understand the role of a dad.  Conversation includes thoughts on being potential step-fathers, ALMOST being dads in the past, and other thoughts on the matter. Good Ass Art Song: Joy by Chill Da God (@Chill_Da_God) Listen to this track and more dope music from the show by adding the "Good Ass Playlist" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/wow-thats-deep-podcast-good-ass-playlist/pl.u-2aoqpAatkX5o5K?ls Reckommendations Netflix Movie: Klaus YouTube Channel: Sam the Cooking Guy Follow @wowthatsdeeppodcast on IG for visuals and updates 

Episode 12: "Are We Dads Yet?" - Men & Babies

Word of The Day: Abnegation (n): the act of renouncing or rejecting something. Presented by: @SweetDs_Treats (Atlanta-Area Desserts) If you soak in nothing else from this series, I will for you to abnegate whatever is keeping you from pursuing that THING you have desired or thought about.  You got this G.  Ya hear me?  YOU got this.  Now... do. In the season finale, Reck shares Open Space with real estate expert Anthony Crudup (@ChatWithMac) and one of Chicago's most innovative DJ's, Sam Geralds (@MixedByUnstable) to discuss what I call "The Art of Starting" a new endeavor/project: overcoming fear, identifying resources, and discovering motivation (10:15).  The group defines and explores their experiences with #ImposterSyndrome (14:18).  When a situation calls for bravery VS. courage (22:36).  Applying courage to the pursuit of new relationships (28:13).  Advice for those that are afraid to start something new (35:32).  Importance of speaking LIFE into each other (54:00).  DJ Unstable steps into the Spoken Word Spotlight (1:06:53).  Convo w/Christine displays our favorite G-Ma's multifaceted personality as she delivers uplifting words of prayer as well as.. well profanity.  Family history is tucked away in there somewhere too lol (1:09:09).  Thank you for the PHENOMENAL experience of the @WowThatsDeepPodcast.  Be sure to follow the IG page to stay in the loop! <3 U 4 LISTENING! Kobe!... Reckommendations Intro Music - Still Up by Wes G and AG (Apple Music) Family Pride Realty - Email: Tony@FamilyPrideRealty.com  Urban Clothing Line: @Fitty.Winks (Instagram) DJ Unstable: @MixedByUnstable (Instagram) Sweet D's Treats - Atlanta-Area Desserts  IMAN - Video Based Activity Group for Seniors: www.imancentral.org @ImanCentral (Instagram) The Cheesecake Lady: @Spencers_Cheesecake (Instagram) Chicago Lash Tech: @Lifes_A_Niche (Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Word of The Day: Abnegation (n): the act of renouncing or rejecting something. Presented by: @SweetDs_Treats (Atlanta-Area Desserts) If you soak in nothing else from this series, I will for you to abnegate whatever is keeping you from pursuing that THING you have desired or thought about.  You got this G.  Ya hear me?  YOU got this.  Now... do. In the season finale, Reck shares Open Space with real estate expert Anthony Crudup (@ChatWithMac) and one of Chicago's most innovative DJ's, Sam Geralds (@MixedByUnstable) to discuss what I call "The Art of Starting" a new endeavor/project: overcoming fear, identifying resources, and discovering motivation (10:15).  The group defines and explores their experiences with #ImposterSyndrome (14:18).  When a situation calls for bravery VS. courage (22:36).  Applying courage to the pursuit of new relationships (28:13).  Advice for those that are afraid to start something new (35:32).  Importance of speaking LIFE into each other (54:00).  DJ Unstable steps into the Spoken Word Spotlight (1:06:53).  Convo w/Christine displays our favorite G-Ma's multifaceted personality as she delivers uplifting words of prayer as well as.. well profanity.  Family history is tucked away in there somewhere too lol (1:09:09).  Thank you for the PHENOMENAL experience of the @WowThatsDeepPodcast.  Be sure to follow the IG page to stay in the loop! 

Episode 10: The Art of Starting (Season Finale: New Beginnings)

Word of The Day: Purpose (n) - The REASON for which something is done, created, or exists. Presented By: @yobruhthatsshay  Dating can be.. a lot, right? Fun, frustrating, and everything in between. In this episode, Reck is joined by @Eva_TheArtist (mother of one) and @PhlyCoach (single since 2012) to discuss their their unique experiences and expectations while on the dating scene.  Subtopics include convos that are OFF-LIMITS or REQUIRED for the first-date (6:57), defining what differentiates a "date" from an "outing" (12:00).  Dating as a parent and dating people who are parents (19:41).  When Reck discloses that he is polyamorous in the dating process (33:09).  Implications of astrology on dating experiences (40:15).  Why are people are sooner willing to cheat than to explore polyamory (47:09). Check out the plethora of Reckommendations! Reckommendations Movies/TV: - The Last Dance Documentary (ESPN) - Little Fires Everywhere (Hulu) -Netflix (Money Heist) Music: - Kairo (Apple Music), @mxf_kai (Instagram) - Jenevieve (Apple Music) - Smino - She Already Decided Mixtape (DatPiff) -  Buddy - Janktape Vol 1. (Apple Music) Creators: - Spoken Word Spotlight Artist: David Wilson (Facebook) - @theguyspodcast4 (Instagram) - @veryrarepod (Instagram) - Motivated Mommy (Blog for New Mothers) @p_bradleyyy Miscellaneous: - Costar Astrology App (Apple Store Only) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Episode 9: For The Streets - Challenges in Dating

Word of the Day: Timorous (adj) - showing or suffering from nervousness, fear, or a lack of confidence Presented By: @MamaRis_Explains (Instagram)  (12:18) The symbol of offering the olive branch finds its origin in ancient Egypt, where it was utilized as a symbol of peace and grace.  Rarely, we extend ourselves enough grace in reflection of our rugged lives. To begin episode 8, Reck debuts an extremely personal poem from his private collection in order to extend himself exactly that.  Fraternity brother and friend @Amore.Muse joins Open Space for an impromptu dialogue on grace (17:07), a critique of languages (25:00), cooking as an act of love (32:43) and a dialogue on a few missing love languages from the familiar five. The #SpokenWordSpotlight welcomes spoken word from @CLA_Pro.TV (45:57) . Be sure to check out his A.R.T. Live Life Podcast.  Happy Birthday Brooke, Justin, Courtney, Tati, and Happy Zetaversary Eva Darling!  Reckommendations  The Hairventures of Coily and Curly: Children's Book by Clarissa Brookins (Amazon)  A.R.T. Live Life Podcast (Apple, Spotify)  Spoken Word Spotlight: @CLA_Pro.TV (Instagram) Black Owned Audio Books: @AbantuAudio (Instagram) Due to COVID - 19, Free Courses are being offered by Rosetta Stone, Udemy, Harvard, Coursera, Penn State, and Nikon --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Episode 8: The Olive Branch - Extending Grace

Christine weighs in on the topic of discussion that was addressed in Episode 7 (whoopings).  Additionally, G-Ma provides a news update to keep us current on information during this time of quarantine.  Pals of the pod... call your grandparents. Call your aunts and uncles. Check on the people that are most vulnerable. Real talk...  Watch as well as pray.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Episode 7.5: The Switch ft. Christine (Part II) - Corporal Punishment

Word of The Day: Sisyphean (adj) - of or denoting a task that can never be completed. Presented By: @p_bradleyyy Whoopings. If melanated, chances are that you got at least one as a shorty. In the Black community, whoopings are viewed by many as critical to the process of disciplining children. Is it really essential? Are whoopings a "Black thing"? Should corporal punishment continued to be implored? Reck and his "Person" discuss what the research says about spankings amongst other ethnic groups (10:43), then reflect on their personal experiences with corporal punishment (22:01). Is there a difference between a whooping and child abuse (28:32)?  The topic is well-explored in Open Space alongside @p_bradleyyy.  The Spoken Word Spotlight welcomes two dynamic artists in the name of Women's History Month (55:40).  Don't forget, #ConvoWithChristine is available now in Episode 7.5 Happy Women's History Month! Reckommendations Corporal Punishment by Parents and Associated Child Behaviors and Experiences: A Meta-Analytic and Theoretical Review Elizabeth Thompson Gershoff https://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/releases/bul-1284539.pdf NIU Parent Assistance: chhs.niu.edu/child-center/child-care-grant Map of Legal CP in Schools https://www.mic.com/articles/83349/19-states-still-allow-spanking-in-schools-and-the-statistics-are-shocking Beating Black Kids by Asadah Kirkland (Book) Spoken Word Spotlight: @onesun3flowers & @taisha3mil (Instagram) Courtney Brookins (Author/Podcaster/Entrepreneur) - Book: bit.ly/flowering_yourself - Podcast: linktr.ee/onesun3flowerspodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Episode 7: The Switch (Part I) - Corporal Punishment

In this truncated episode, celebration of Women's History Month continues with a SpokenWord Spotlight performance by published poet Tiffany Parks (4:48). Later, Reck and his G-Ma have a dialogue that illustrates the impact of colorism has had on the perception of beauty within the Black community for generations (8:35).   If you are interested in recording a response to this episode (or any other), please visit anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message to submit your comments/questions! Happy Women's History Month! Reckommendations WASH YA GOT DAMN HANDS (Your Bathroom) The Evolution to Womanhood: Stories Told with Poetic License by Tiffany Parks (Amazon) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wowthatsdeep/message

Episode 6.5: The Shade (Bonus Episode) - Colorism

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