Best Damn You A Box Podcasts (2024)

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BOOK REVIEW + INTERVIEW / The Dragon in Winter (A Kagen the Damned Novel) by Jonathan Maberry

3h ago

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By Jenny Robinson

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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 7: Reviewing the DNC, RFK Jr. (Finally) Drops Out the Race, How the Box Office Got Basic 3:58:41

1d ago3:58:41

3:58:41

Send us a Text Message. In this “all of the vibes” episode, Ernest digs deep into the highs and lows of the Democratic National Convention, that wacky endorsement by RFK Jr., Beyoncé new product for sale, the Hollywood divorce we all saw coming, relationship advice, and much more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owen…

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S3 Ep 15: How to Stay Authentic with Non-salesy Copywriting with Erin Morris 36:23

10h ago36:23

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In this online world, it feels like everyone is selling something. Salesy copy is everywhere, and we can sniff it out from a mile away at this point. So… how do you write copy that sounds interesting, authentic, and not just like another money-grab that gives people the ick? In this episode, Erin Morris is here to set us straight on what makes good…

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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 6: Democrats Assemble in Chicago, Trump’s Low Stamina, Taylor Swift is Trolling the Charts 3:24:06

1h ago3:24:06

3:24:06

Send us a Text Message. In this “very demure” episode, Ernest forecasts what to expect at the upcoming Democratic National Convention, why some of Trump’s campaign is in crisis mode, how to mind the business that pays you on someone else’s sexuality, the pleasant return of Bel-Air, the tired return of Katy Perry, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is exe…

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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 5: Tim Walz is Kamala Harris’s VP Pick, Trump’s Campaign in Disarray, White Hollywood is Fighting 2:30:21

1d ago2:30:21

2:30:21

Send us a Text Message. In this “I’m speaking” episode, Ernest discusses the pleasant surprise of VP candidate Tim Walz, why some of Trump’s biggest supporters are now turning on him, how to deal with terminally-online trolls, Martha’s Vineyard revisited, the problem with the “It Ends With Us” film adaptation, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is execut…

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S3 Ep 14: The Cost of Masking Your True Self 25:56

25d ago25:56

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Does this sound like you: When you were younger, you realized that in order to fit in, you had to hide or smooth out parts of yourself. You had to push down who you really are and how you really want to be, in order to get approval from your peers. And as you grew older, that habit kept showing up in your life. But now? Now you’re tired. You just w…

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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 4: Kamala Harris’s Veepstakes Finale, a Progressive Election Crisis, Media Political Coverage Woes 2:44:46

17d ago2:44:46

2:44:46

Send us a Text Message. In this “place all bets” episode, Ernest discusses how the VP bid is Josh Shapiro’s to lose, the current confusion shaping progressives during this election, how media confirmation bias is rearing its ugly head, why Drake’s planned comeback is a mess, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest …

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Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: NABJ Welcomes Trump As It Officially Enters Its Flop Era 1:02:43

1M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Send us a Text Message. In this special edition episode, Ernest shares his uncensored thoughts on a nationally embarrassing moment for Black journalists in America and lessons learned from a profile courage, resilience, and exoneration. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follo…

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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 3: Kamala Harris Reignites the Democratic Party, Veepstakes, Trump’s JD Vance Problem, Olympic Highlights 3:24:35

17d ago3:24:35

3:24:35

Send us a Text Message. In this “do no harm” episode, Ernest discusses the political optimistic boost of Kamala Harris, her potential top VP picks, how JD Vance is losing focus, why Deadpool & Wolverine is horrible (but made a lot of money), that epic Celine Dion comeback, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Ow…

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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 2: Biden Drops Out and Backs Harris, Trump’s Messy VP Pick, RNC Shenanigans 2:55:47

24d ago2:55:47

2:55:47

Send us a Text Message. In this “anything goes” episode, Ernest discusses the unprecedented political shake-up within the Democratic Party, the GOP’s J.D. Vance problem, how the Republican National Convention was a snoozefest, those very interesting Emmy nominations, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. C…

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S3 Ep 13: Entrepreneur from Day One: Why Julia Rohrbach Loves Her Entrepreneurial Life 41:29

2M ago41:29

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Julia Rohrbach might not fit the mold of a “typical” entrepreneur. She’s not strictly regimented in all areas of her life. She’s not obsessed with her month to month numbers. And she didn’t leave an unfulfilling career for more freedom and flexibility. She’s been an entrepreneur since the very beginning, when she decided to see if she could “make i…

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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 1: The Unapologetic Season 7 Premiere 3:00:13

2M ago3:00:13

3:00:13

Send us a Text Message. In this "be forreal" season premiere, Ernest discusses the assassination attempt on Trump, the ongoing pointless calls for Biden to resign, Philadelphia's return-to-office policy, reviewing another bad Tyler Perry film, Katy Perry's disastrous return, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest …

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S3 Ep 12: 45 Things I've Learned by 45 13:58

2M ago13:58

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When I was younger, the idea of being in my 40s felt so old. But I just turned 45, and as it turns out, it’s the best time of my life and still getting better. I have so much more wisdom now, and I’m so much more settled than I was even a decade ago. Looking back, there are things I would do differently and think about differently, if only I had kn…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 26: The Unforgivable Season 6 Finale 4:47:31

2M ago4:47:31

4:47:31

Send us a Text Message. In this relentless season finale, Ernest discusses the lessons learned (and not learned) from the first presidential debate, the SCOTUS rulings that should wake us all up, nepo baby wars regarding Bronny James, how mainstream Black podcasts and blogs got compromised with right-wing conspiracies, reviewing the BET Awards, sea…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 25: Trump Visits North Philly, JT’s DUI Updates, the Tragedy of Kendrick Lamar’s Victory Lap 2:25:35

2M ago2:25:35

2:25:35

Send us a Text Message. In this “pop out” episode, Ernest talks about that messy Trump rally, rising future presidential candidates, why Jonathan Majors won’t go away, the rise of Sabrina Carpenter, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twit…

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Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: Justin Timberlake Arrested for DUI on Juneteenth Eve 23:44

2M ago23:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this special edition episode, Ernest talks discusses that "sweet soul" Justin Timberlake and irony of his recent controversy happening on the 8th anniversary of theirs. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagr…

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S3 Ep 11: Navigating A Brick-And-Mortar Business and Online Coaching - While Mothering Like a Boss with Andrea Nichols 38:07

2M ago38:07

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Andrea didn’t have the most conventional entry into the business world. But after getting her degree in Fine Arts with a minor in entrepreneurship, she’s been able to look at business as another act of creation – one that’s allowed her to remake her career and business as needed as she builds her life and business around the demands of motherhood. …

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 24: Hunter Biden Found Guilty, Unpacking Caitlyn Clark WNBA Hysteria, Canceling Shannon Sharpe 3:16:50

3M ago3:16:50

3:16:50

Send us a Text Message. In this “I said it, so you didn’t have to” episode, Ernest talks about that Hunter Biden conviction, his ongoing appearances on Piers Morgan Uncensored, gun violence dropping in Philly, going viral regarding Ray J’s alarming confession, reviewing the Tony Awards, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hoste…

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INTERVIEW / The Stardust Grail by Yume Kitasei

3M ago

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By Matt Spaulding

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 23: Presidential Campaigns Don’t Get Black Voters, Jay-Z’s Disregard for Philly Public Schools, Music Industry Scams Exposed 2:51:20

3M ago2:51:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this “bad boys for life” episode, Ernest talks about that foolish Jim Crow campaign controversy, debating Piers Morgan on transgender rights, the wins of the Philly budget, hip-hop in bed with far-right interests, canceling The Dream, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check h…

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S3 Ep 10: I’m Over Parts of This Business and Here’s What I’m Doing About It 27:30

3M ago27:30

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Earlier this year, I was on a trip that was supposed to be fun. It was supposed to be what I wanted. But I was miserable, and it wasn’t just about the trip. I’ve been having revelations lately, about my life and my business and how I want to experience both… or maybe more specifically, how I don’t. I don’t want to just go through the motions. I don…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 22: Trump is a Convicted Felon, Pride Month, Reviewing the Roots Picnic 3:07:42

3M ago3:07:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this “pride down for what” episode, Ernest talks Trump being guilty as sin, why he’s doing Pride differently this month, Philly’s overwhelming Biden/Harris visits, why Eminem should go ahead and retire, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and fo…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 21: Awaiting Trump’s Verdict, Live Nation and Ticketmaster Under Fire, Fast Food Empires Fall 2:17:01

3M ago2:17:01

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Send us a Text Message. In this “denouncing the cap” episode, Ernest talks about Nikki Haley’s predictable folding, a Philly City Councilmember’s bold call for a mayoral subpoena, Marilyn Mosby’s continued call for a presidential pardon, that terrible CNN interview, unpacking Apple Music’s 100 albums, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively pro…

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S3 Ep 9: Why You Need to Take Care of Your Team First with Screen Nutrition Coach Rachel Leach 43:37

3M ago43:37

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Today, I have one of my favorite people on the podcast, my mentee and the other coach at Screen Nutrition, Rachel Leach. Rachel is so passionate, thoughtful, and hard-working, but our relationship isn’t just about business. We’ve been able to help each other grow in different ways in the last three years. In this episode, Rachel and I reminisce abo…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 20: Michael Cohen at Trump Trial, Canceling Diddy (For Good), Red Lobster in Remembrance 2:46:44

3M ago2:46:44

2:46:44

Send us a Text Message. In this “time tells truth” episode, Ernest talks about the messiness behind the upcoming presidential debates, Philly’s hypocrisy around harm reduction, DJ Akademiks under fire, when to call off an engagement, Billie Eilish’s outstanding new album, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owe…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 19: Stormy Daniels at Trump Trial, Biden’s War on TikTok, Black Twitter Documentary Review 2:37:46

4M ago2:37:46

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Send us a Text Message. In this “if you say no, it’ll be a no forever” episode, Ernest talks about what the Trump trial is really about, the latest campus protest debate, the power of Law Roach, why he’s not for teachers getting their hair unbraided by students, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check …

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S3 Ep 8: 10 Things I'd Do If I Had To Start My Coaching Business Again From Scratch 20:35

4M ago20:35

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When I look back, the only regret I have in my career is that I didn’t jump into entrepreneurship sooner. Yes, at the time it was scary, and it was hard, and I did make mistakes. But I’d do it all over again in a second. So, if you’re sitting back, mulling over the questions: should I try entrepreneurship, and when is the time to jump in? The time …

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 18: Trump’s Dark Interview, How Philly’s Mayor Schooled City Council, Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake’s Mutually Losing Beef 2:08:46

4M ago2:08:46

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Send us a Text Message. In this “hold on, wait a minute” episode, Ernest talks about how Trump is telling us who he really is (once again), Biden’s new cannabis advocacy, the clear separation between Philly’s mayor and City Council, why he’s over both Kendrick Lamar and Drake, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernes…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 17: Trump Trial Schinanaings, PA Primary Reflections, Enough About Amanda Seales 2:28:42

4M ago2:28:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this “too fast, too furious” episode, Ernest talks about how the Supreme Court is playing Trump games, about that messy Pennsylvania primary, why he’s tired of the Amanda Seales discourse, how Taylor Swift’s new album manufactured “history,” and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. …

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 16: Trump on Trial, PA Primary Predictions, Taylor Swift’s Tortured Album 2:43:44

4M ago2:43:44

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Send us a Text Message. In this “you should’ve been there” episode, Ernest talks about the trial of the century (so far), who he thinks is going to win Pennsylvania's primary, Philly’s school board hearing drama, the curious case of Jill Scott, that terrible Taylor Swift album, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Erne…

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Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: State Rep. Candidate Lewis Nash Tells All On Running Against Malcolm Kenyatta, Being Ousted by Democratic City Committee, and Addressing Rumors 1:03:54

5M ago1:03:54

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Send us a Text Message. In this special edition episode, Lewis Nash is an explosive interview with Ernest Owens about his hotly contested state rep race against incumbent Malcolm Kenyatta, addressing anti-LGBTQ rumors, his conflict with the local Democratic Party, and much more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens.…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 15: Biden’s Campaign Money War Chest, Philly Mayor at 100 Days, Canceling Jarrod Carmichael 2:05:20

5M ago2:05:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this “nah, I’m good” episode, Ernest talks about the major campaign finance differences between Biden and Trump, evaluating Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first milestone, OJ Simpson’s death, the rise in modern rap beefs, this disturbing new wave of Black television, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hoste…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 14: Trump Social Tanks, Philly Dems Scandal, J. Cole Lost the Battle 2:45:37

5M ago2:45:37

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Send us a Text Message. In this “you don’t gotta lie to kick it” episode, Ernest talks about the latest fight among Trumpers, Philly politics take a nasty turn, that earthquake, how transphobia disrupted a juicy rap beef, my next big thing, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens…

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S3 Ep 7: This Sh*t Ain’t Easy: The Sacrifices We Make to Run Businesses While Navigating Motherhood 37:08

5M ago37:08

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This is not an episode about having it all when it comes to running a business while being a mom. I’m not going to give you platitudes or tell you I have all the hacks to make things easy and smooth, because here is the cold, hard truth: Being an entrepreneur and a mom at the same time is really, really hard. But it’s still one of the best things I…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 13: Trump is Now Selling Bibles, Canceling Diddy, Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Masterpiece 2:52:37

5M ago2:52:37

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Send us a Text Message. In this “imma be a DEI for life” episode, Ernest talks about strange turns in the presidential race, Philly politics get a surprise return, how the Baltimore bridge collapse influences another fight against racism, the celebrity raid everyone’s talking about, why Beyoncé is in a universe of her own, and more. Ernestly Speaki…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 12: Trump is Broke, Clashing at Philly City Council, Talcum X Gets Dropped 2:38:48

5M ago2:38:48

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Send us a Text Message. In this “at the end of the day, the day gotta end” episode, Ernest talks about another internal GOP fight that might split the house, reconsidering the drama in Buckingham Palace, NBC News drama, Talcum X’s keynote cancellation from CAIR, preparing for Beyoncé's new album, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced…

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S3 Ep 6: Why You’re Not Thinking Enough About Your Tax Strategy with Barbara Schreihans 32:29

6M ago32:29

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Today’s conversation is not about taxes. Sure, we’ll talk about tax strategy and how life-changing it can be to have a good one. But this is a conversation about how diving into entrepreneurship (via a tax strategy firm) changed the life of one woman’s family… and every person she works with. In this episode, we have the amazing Barbara Shreihans o…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 11: Trump Legal Delays, the War on TikTok, Cardi B’s Back 2:01:28

6M ago2:01:28

2:01:28

Send us a Text Message. In this “what’s going on” episode, Ernest talks about Trump’s legal dreams (and nightmares), Philly Mayor Cherelle Parker’s impressive budget address, Talcum X’s conversion grift, Don Lemon’s hot mess with Elon Musk, J. Lo’s tour woes, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him…

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INTERVIEW / Empire of the Damned by Jay Kristoff

5M ago

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By Jenny Robinson

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 10: Super Tuesday Revelations, Biden’s State of the Union Comeback, Reviewing the Oscars 2:46:03

6M ago2:46:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this “stop the presses” episode, Ernest talks about the return of the rematch that is Biden vs. Trump, that bizarre GOP response to the SOTU, SEPTA gun violence, highs and lows at the Oscars, Ariana Grande’s new album, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernest…

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S3 Ep 5: Is this the end of coaching? 19:39

6M ago19:39

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Are you sick of the coaching space on Instagram? The consensus seems to be a resounding “yes”. For the past several years, social media has been saturated with people who deem themselves “business coaches” without ever having actually run a true business. And, you might’ve noticed, they charge upwards of tens of thousands dollars simply to be in th…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 9: Nikki Haley Momentum, Norovirus Woes, Oscar Predictions 1:43:39

6M ago1:43:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this “March madness” episode, Ernest talks about the GOP’s super, abolishing the Breakfast Club, a horrific traffic stop in Philly, Cardi B returns, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 8: Trump’s Nikki Haley Problem, Killing the Black Male Voter Myth, Tyler Perry’s New Bad Film 1:02:13

6M ago1:02:13

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Send us a Text Message. In this ”lions, tigers, and bears” episode, Ernest talks about the South Carolina primary results, justice for Nex Benedict, Wendy Williams, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.…

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S3 Ep 4: After 25 Years in Entrepreneurship, Christian Screen Still Wishes He’d Had a Business Mentor 42:19

6M ago42:19

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Back by popular demand, we have a very special guest on the podcast – my husband, Christian Screen. Christian has nearly 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, and he’s graciously sharing the many lessons he’s learned along the way, including how he thinks about business differently now than when he started out, why setting your own standards of s…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 7: Trump’s Expensive Legal Fees, Fani Willis Claps Back, Into the J-Lo Verse 2:38:03

7M ago2:38:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this ”cost to be the boss” episode, Ernest talks about Trump’s over half-a-billion-dollar legal debut, that messy Fani Willis hearing, racist progressives, justice for Kelly Rowland, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOw…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 6: Trump and Biden’s Big Week, Beyoncé Goes Country, Inside the Usher Bowl 2:25:31

7M ago2:25:31

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Send us a Text Message. In this ”season of truth” episode, Ernest talks about the age battles impacting both top presidential candidates, a new caucus in Kensington, the Usher concert, award shows, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitt…

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Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: Lit Brothers Live at Hard Rock Cafe Philly! 1:46:42

7M ago1:46:42

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Send us a Text Message. In this special edition episode, Lit Brothers Ernest Owens, Jamarcus Henderson, Josh Moore, and George Banks-Weston spill all the tea on the Philly food scene and more! Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.…

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Ernestly Speaking! S6, Episode 5: Trump’s Immunity Cry Falters, Black History Month Mayhem, the Power of HISS 2:10:50

7M ago2:10:50

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Send us a Text Message. In this ”you had to be there” episode, Ernest talks about the Trump legal battle nobody’s talking about enough, another silly Philly Sheriff scandal, how Meg Thee Stallion defeated Nicki Minaj, spinning the block, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.co…

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S3 Ep 3: Why Brand Is the Missing Piece in Your Business – and Five Tips to Leverage Yours 31:38

7M ago31:38

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There are wildly successful entrepreneurs who all seem to share the same story: they had a great idea, then they did some things, and then they made a whole bunch of money. But what exactly is that middle piece? What did they actually do that took them from a simple idea to a thriving business? In today’s episode, I’m sharing my take on why establi…

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Ernestly Speaking! Special Edition: My Explosive Grammys Weekend! 1:30:16

7M ago1:30:16

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Send us a Text Message. In this tell-all special edition, Ernest gives us an exclusive on his buzz-worthy Grammys weekend in Los Angeles. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest Owens. Check him out at ernestowens.com and follow him @MrErnestOwens on Twitter & Instagram.By Ernest Owens

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