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Episode Notes [01:14] Unexpected Email from Employer [05:49] The Deferred Resignation Program [06:34] Initial Reactions and Concerns [08:01] Evaluating the Offer [08:21] Enhanced Standards of Conduct [08:55] Personal Reflections and Concerns [12:21] Seeking Advice and Making a Decision [13:01] Option One: Do Not Resign [14:56] Option Two: Resign [16:44] Insights from Conversations [21:30] Making The Decision [23:51] Final Thoughts and Gratitude Resources Mentioned Sebastian Junger The Soul of Shame by Curt Thompson Donald Trump Elon Musk Steve Bannon Russell Vought Derek Sivers Sumner Crenshaw Brian Fretwell at Finding Good Chad Littlefield The Thought Leaders Practice by Matt Church Simon Cowell Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked Is it legitimate, and can it be trusted? How are you feeling? What questions come to your mind? Where does your mind go? Are you seeking safety? Would this have been an adrenaline rush as you raced to send the resignation response? What an "enhanced standard" regarding loyalty and trustworthiness was? What are these new "enhanced standards?" Are they beyond what my Constitutional oath requires? If I don't resign, how bright will the target on my back glow? My leadership has supported all my work, but would termination direction come from higher up the chain of command? What would you recommend if we talked over coffee? What questions would you ask? How would you use listening? How would you use silence? How is this scenario playing out in your mind and body? What is coming to the surface for you? How might that influence what you are about to say to me? What are the chances of my name popping on a list and getting fired? How about the chances of being part of an official Reduction in Force and early retirement? Would the administration make a better offer? What do I know about the pending job market? What did I expect the workplace to be like and did I want to be there as the contractions took place? Will the administration pay me through the end of September or will they renege? Can I sufficiently build the Curated Questions business to transition by 1 October? - Do I have the faith or confidence to step into this future as a sole practitioner and grow Curated Questions into all I envisioned? Was this purpose calling? What would I expect the job market to look like at the end of summer if I hadn't developed the income streams to maintain our lifestyle? What is your recommendation? Did it change from your initial recommendation? Where in your body are you feeling the uncertainty? Are you processing this scenario in parallel with your decision as if you had received the email? What additional questions should I have considered? Who else should I have consulted with? How would you have changed my risk rating? What is the correct length of the pregnant pause before making an important announcement? What processes would you use in my circumstance, and what would be different? What questions are at the top of your list to get to a decision? Who would be the members of your pantheon you would counsel with to gain clarity? Apart from the heady analysis, what other key practices would you include in your journey through a similar situation?…

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On each episode, host Mo is joined by a guest for honest open conversation. We cover everything from the complexities of relationships, absurd happenings in pop-culture or even pondering identify and what it means to be Black, British and African. Just a few of the topics, we open up for discussion giving our personal perspective. Colour Out The Box is London based, but gives a voice to people of the African and Afro Caribbean Diaspora to tell stories and share their unique take, all whilst navigating the complexities of modern life. Started as two friends who wanted to document their weekly conversations about their everyday lived experiences has now grown into an online community, podcast and blog Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ #ColourOutTheBox. Or if you have a little more to articulate why not email us at: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com.

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"Im'a Let You Finish" Season 3 Finale 4:15

3 years ago4:15

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ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… As always this is Mo! just a quick update on what's going on with the podcast. I will be back with an all new season soon...... hopefully by the end of March, with new guests, some familiar voices and as always great conversation. In the meantime listen to the latest episode of ESN Podcast, where I'm a special guest, discussing the latest news and pop culture happenings. Click Here: https://linktr.ee/esnpodcast "Episode 345 : The Savoury Liquorice Episode (Feat. Mo)" Continue to follow Colour Out The Box, don't be shy and say hi on socials, I would love to hear from you. RATE & REVIEW wherever you like to listen to podcasts. | JOIN THE DISCUSSION | (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Insecure HBO: Season Finale Review, "Everything Gonna Be Okay?!" Wine & Debrief 1:21:00

3 years ago1:21:00

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Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief SEASON FINALE. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode. Insecure is ending so Mo and Jay have come together to recap, the final EVER episode of the TV Show insecure. Here at Colour Out The Box we have talked about this show from the beginning so we had to discuss the final episode. We explore the true love story between Issa and Molly. We explore a multiverse of alternative endings. Our own self-development, friendship and growth. Did Issa choose right? Representation of Black women and Black love on TV. Including a quick review about about; "Harlem on Prime", "Run the World", "Twenties" and "I May Destroy You". The comparisons to other shows such as "Sex And The City", also "And Just Like That" - TIMESTAMP (56:15) ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… *ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby | JOIN THE DISCUSSION | (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Black History Month Review 46:15

3 years ago46:15

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by co-host Jay. On the podcast we discuss, Black History Month, we talk about how the corporate/ work world is acknowledging Black History Month in the UK this year. Our thoughts on Channel 4 Black To Front programme schedule, including the reality show Highlife and the different types of representation on TV. We explore the question of do we need a Black History Month going forward? We talk about our actives and events we have attended, including: Film screening for “The Harder They Fall” staring Idris Elba, Jonathan Majors and Regina King. The Black Pound Day pop-up shop, Black Owned Hackney Market. Supporting Black Owned business, especially outside of food and beauty. A quick diversion into cultural appropriation, but we also take the opportunity to highlight Black talent. As mentioned on the podcast: @MNEK Twitter Thread of Black British Women artists: https://twitter.com/MNEK/status/1446391887368183813?s=20 #ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… ABOUT OUR GUEST: * Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby | JOIN THE DISCUSSION |** (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Insecure HBO: Seasons 1 - 4 recap, Wine & Debrief 39:46

3 years ago39:46

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Welcome to Colour Out The Box podcast, Insecure Wine & Debrief. Each week Mo is joined by a guest to discuss and break down the latest Insecure HBO episode. As Insecure is returning for its final season Mo and Jay have come together to recap, the previous seasons 1-4. Re-visit all the messy goings on from Molly, Issa and Lawrence and friends. We have watched the show from the beginning so have our sometimes problematic views changed? (That’s growth). Can a relationship recover after cheating, ghosting and awkward mirror raps? Will Molly and Issa be able to mend their friendship? We break down our thoughts on the on the previous seasons, while exploring the themes and relating to our own personal experiences and share stories. #ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… *ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby | JOIN THE DISCUSSION | (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com…

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CDs, Cassette Tapes & Ageing Out of Hip Hop. Featuring: Nathan @DJImpulseV1 1:08:44

4 years ago1:08:44

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by Nathan DJ and music lover. This week it is a music conversation, we asked “Is it time to retire the likes of Biggie and Tupac from the greatest of all time conversation?” Could someone really dethrone the legend of Whitney Houston or compete vocally with Mariah (no middle name) Carey? We explore how the streaming has changed how we buy music. Thoughts and feelings on posthumous albums, including Aaliyah and Prince. The community around Black Radio, why we miss Choice FM and highlighting new platforms such as No Signal online radio. Initial thoughts on Cheryl Cole hosting an RnB show. ABOUT OUR GUEST: * (Website) https://www.mixcloud.com/nathanielyakins/ (Instagram @dj_impulse) https://www.instagram.com/dj_impulse/ (Twitter: @DJImpulseV1) https://twitter.com/DJImpulseV1 (Previous Podcast Episode: Kings of RnB Epsiode) https://colouroutthebox.com/2019/10/is-this-your-king-of-rnb-episode-54/ | JOIN THE DISCUSSION |** (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Back to Life, Back to Reality 10:40

4 years ago10:40

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is back from her “hiatus” On this mini-episode Mo is back to talk about what has been going since the podcast was put on hold. An honest conversation about the realities of podcasting, also the challenges of job hunting in the pandemic. Touch upon pretty privilege and brief tangent into representation on TV, including why we need to divest from the Love Island.…………………….. Highlight of the week: ESN Radio podcast “Lauryn Hill Episode” https://open.spotify.com/episode/2EdXb6sATJKIb8T2EVtspy?si=e6853ec651714087 THE PODCAST WILL BE BACK NEXT WEEK WITH A FULL EPISODE! Sources mentioned in podcast: /YouTube: I DON'T Have Pretty Privilege. And That Sucks (Oh Stephco): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvHJHiIUbvA / Highlife https://www.channel4.com/press/news/first-look-cast-new-docuality-series-highlife / Peckham's Finest https://www.itv.com/presscentre/press-releases/peckhams-finest *JOIN THE DISCUSSION: (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Made in the Diaspora & Managing a PR Crisis Feat: Ronke Lawal @ronkelawal, PR Consultant & Founder of @ariatuPR 1:05:29

4 years ago1:05:29

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by guest Ronke Lawal, PR and Communications Specialists. This week we talk creativity and explore the culture. * MAIN TOPIC: Ronke talks about dealing with a PR crisis, old tweets, brand miss-steps and the right way to make a public apology. Listener Warning and timestamp: (12:00) to (17:30) we touch upon the recent Noel Clarke sexual harassment allegations in the media industry. Daniel Kaluuya Oscar Win and Diaspora Identity: Is his award a win for Black Brits or his home country of Uganda? Can we claim our parent’s country or are we just British? Performative displays of your culture and the importance of feeling comfortable and authentic. Dreaming Whilst Black BBC TV Show and web series, Black representation on UK TV & lessons learnt from Nollywood. HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK: * (1) Khadija Mbowe, YouTube Channel: video essays on various topics and explores race, feminism, colourism and intersectionality in a very accessible way. Checkout her recent video on Hip Hop Video Vixens from the early 2000s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pq4hDxZZJHU (2)** A tribute to Jimi Folajimi Olubunmi-Adewole, who sadly lost his life, trying to save a woman who fell into the River Thames. Join the campaign to get Jimi a memorial plaque to honour his heroic actions: https://www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news/2021/04/27/jimi-the-hero-campaign-for-20-year-old-who-died-trying-to-save-woman-gains-momentum/ *ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ronke Lawal (Website) https://www.ronkelawal.com/ (Founder: Ariatu Public Relations) https://www.ariatupublicrelations.com (Instagram: @Ronke.Lawal) https://www.instagram.com/ronke.lawal/ (Twitter: @RonkeLawal) https://twitter.com/ronkelawal *JOIN THE DISCUSSION: (Hashtag) #ColourOutTheBox (Twitter: @colouroutthebox): https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ (Instagram: @colouroutthebox): https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ (WEBSITE/ BLOG): https://colouroutthebox.com Episode Cover Art Photography: Photo by Breston Kenya from Pexels…

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Dating, Relationships and Defining Your Racial Identity. Feat: Lara Legros 1:04:38

4 years ago1:04:38

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… Mo is Joined by fintech Professional and Londoner, Lara Legros. This week we talk “Life” Dating in a post lockdown, pandemic world. We explore re-learning social interactions and combating social anxiety. Dating with purpose and finding real advice (not from Kevin Samuels and Derrick Jaxn). A frank conversation about how your racial identity can affect your dating prospects. How do we self-identify race, culture and ethnicity, also how that can differ depending upon where you are in the world. Lara gives an honest account of her feelings on the label of “mixed-raced” vs “Black”. Moving to London or any major city and as an immigrant and the difficulty of finding your tribe/ community, within a city that is not always welcoming. Both Mo and Lara talk about the “Race Report” commissioned by the UK Government and chaired by Tony Sewell. The discussion centres around Institutional Racism within the UK. Highlight of the week: (1) The film/ movie: Rocks is a 2019 British coming-of-age drama directed by Sarah Gavron, staring Bukky Bakray. (2) Coinbase billion dollar valuation. About our guest: LARA LEGROS (Instagram) @miss.Legros https://instagram.com/miss.legros?igshid=d42vs8fcv18l (About) is a Haitian Spanish young professional who migrated to London ten years ago, after obtaining her Law degree. Despite her passion for Human Rights and International law, she felt compelled to find a new career path. A few years ago, Lara found herself intrigued by the new developments in the Financial Technology industry (FinTech) where currently she is building her expertise. True to her mission, she continues her commitment in bringing awareness to the importance of Diversity and Inclusion in the industry whilst writing a blog about her personal journey as a single Black mixed woman in Europe, navigating the challenges of racial fluency and language barriers. (LinkedIn) https://uk.linkedin.com/in/lara-legros Join the discussion: #ColourOutTheBox Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Visit the newly updated website: https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Stories in Colour: Friendship, Travel & Life Changing Decisions, Feat: past guests 43:50

4 years ago43:50

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… This episode is the first “Stories In Colour”, a collection of conversations and stories from some of my favourite guests, packaged neatly in this special episode. Let me know what you think and maybe I will do some more lost tapes episodes. We have Alex, who is writer and our resident film expert, we recorded well over a year ago, pre-pandemic and she talked about her decision to leave London UK and travel across the world and live in Korea. I hope to have Alex on again to talk about living in a Korea as Black women, including culture, dating, food, work and more #BlackWomenTravel Jumoke is always great guest having lived and worked both in Nigeria and the UK. But this was a great conversation about how we met and didn’t like each other. Explore adult friendship and applying love languages to your friendship groups. Jumoke Adekunle, Brand and Retail Consultant, https://ng.linkedin.com/in/jumoke-adekunle-4080b867 Instagram: @dear_naija https://www.instagram.com/dear_naija/?igshid=11vjkzsypmrk5 If you are a regular listener of Colour Out The Box, then you will know Demi Harper. Here he talks about selecting a creative career path and the all too common push back from African parents Demi Harper, Brand Strategists: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_demiharper/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_demiharper Important Links & Highlight of the Week: Podcast recommendations Twitter Thread: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/status/1375037038236471296?s=20 ISaidWhatISaidPod: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1670911/8201054 Colour Out The Box = Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/colouroutthebox?si=IW2khbAlQ92xJLwOwGlOcA Join the discussion: #ColourOutTheBox Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Visit the newly updated website: https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Are you a Black Artist or an Artist who happens to be Black? Featuring Artist Christian Azolan 1:15:03

4 years ago1:15:03

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#ColourOutTheBox podcast, where we discuss Creativity, Life and Culture…… This week we explore our “Creativity” and Mo is Joined by guest Christian Azolan, digital artist. Christian gives a candid account about creating an art business in pandemic, “pivoting” and remaining “nimble” in challenging times. Sharing his influences and walks us through the creative process. An honest conversation about life after redundancy and having the space to explore your true passion. The pressure on Black artists to produce “Black Art” and the duo explore what that actually means. About our guest Christian Azolan: Digital Art, prints and website: https://christianazolan.co.uk/ Instagram @christianazolanillustrations: https://www.instagram.com/christianazolanillustrations/ Important Links & Highlight of the Week: Short film Third Act, available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ywRj-JYeOAc Check out the Blog: A Challenge Worth Accepting, Shola Illustration: https://colouroutthebox.com/2020/08/a-challenge-worth-accepting/ Join the discussion: #ColourOutTheBox Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox/ Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Visit the newly updated website: https://colouroutthebox.com…

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Season 3 Trailer - Colour Out The Box 1:14

4 years ago1:14

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Colour Out the Box, podcast is returning, Monday 8th March 2021 Subscribe, share and comment. Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ On each episode, host Mo is joined by a guest for honest open conversation. We cover everything from the complexities of relationships, absurd happenings in pop-culture or even pondering identify and what it means to be Black, British and African. Just a few of the topics, we open up for discussion giving our personal perspective.…

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Shaking The Red Table, Being A Black Creative & Special Announcements: FEAT @_demiharper Demi Harper 1:24:26

5 years ago1:24:26

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Demi Harper is back to talk with Mo. We talk about Will Smith, Jada Pinkett Smith, August Alsina and that “Red Table Talk”. Exploring entanglements and power dynamics in relationships. Demi gives his viewpoint about Black creatives, supporting Black business and empowering our spending power. Life after lockdown, with many of us facing unemployment, coming back from furlough and adjusting to the new normal post Covid-19, we discuss next steps, whilst still managing your mental health and well-being. About our guest co-host Demi Harper, Brand Strategists: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_demiharper/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_demiharper Website: https://www.demiharper.com/ Link to ebook: https://demiharper.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=694b56624da888dca3fb215f9&id=b599181efc Resources mentioned during the podcast: @jgwellbeing Sharing daily quotes to help with mental wellbeing: https://www.instagram.com/jgwellbeing/ / Black Minds Matter U.K: https://www.blackmindsmatteruk.com / BOOK: “Quiet” The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking @sidehustlepro: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlepro/ / The Expansion Podcast: https://linktr.ee/theexpansionpod ANNOUNCEMENT! “COLOUR OUT THE BOX” PODCAST WILL BE BACK SOON! Please stay subscribed, checkout the blog and get in touch if you want to be involved. RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE. “#ColourOutTheBox” Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com…

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NEW: The Expansion Podcast, Subscribe Now 1:09

5 years ago1:09

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New from myself Mo and Stav, The Expansion Podcast https://linktr.ee/theexpansionpod SUBSCRIBE, LISTEN & SHARE..... Available on your favourite podcast platforms. Welcome to The Expansion Podcast, the podcast for podcasters and lovers of the audio space, hosted by Stav ( @StavrosBoss ) 1/5th of the “ Eloquently Saying Nothing Podcast ” and Mo ( @moactuallyUK ) the founder behind “ Colour Out The Box Podcast and Blog ”. The two have come together to host a show for your audio entertainment. Trying to start your own podcast, already have a show you want to take to the next level or simply interested in taking a peek behind the audio curtain, then this is a show for you. Mo and Stav talk Money, Audio and Content, whilst sharing their personal, sometimes conflicting takes, joined by some very familiar podcaster voices from your favourite shows. Find the Expansion Pod on all socials Twitter @TheExpansionPod Instrgram @TheExpansionPod If you are a podcaster that wants to be featured on the show, contact us on social media, or email TheExpansionPod@gmail.com…

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Insecure HBO, Wine & Debrief: Season 4 Finale Lowkey Lost 1:21:04

5 years ago1:21:04

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Mo, Jay and Bim discuss HBO Insecure, in their post-show “Wine Down” We break down our thoughts on the episode finale, while exploring the themes and relating to our own personal experiences and share stories. Mo and Jay explore the true love story of the show, that is the friendship between Issa and Molly, whilst predicting if Issa and Lawrence will ever get back together. Check out our Insecure Music Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3XdgcE0dGeX33vPL4PDjy0?si=wiGdwI_qSPqaBSS4Frbbyw This episode was recorded remotely as we all continue with Social Distancing and Self-Quarantine, Stay Home and Stay Safe. RATE, REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE, your review will be featured on the show. Guest co-host: Jay: Instagram: https://instagram.com/saikiriartguide?igshid=1wd4njqssxoby “#ColourOutTheBox” Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com Twitter: @colouroutthebox: https://twitter.com/ColourOutTheBox Instagram: @colouroutthebox: https://www.instagram.com/colouroutthebox/ Email us your thoughts, feedback and questions: ColourOutTheBox@gmail.com Visit the newly updated website: http://colouroutthebox.com…

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The “Strong” Black Woman Trope, damaging or empowering? 1:15:21

5 years ago1:15:21