Quick Sip: What’s Brewing This Season A Cup Of Honest Tea podcast

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In this episode of A Cup of Honest Tea , I take you on my emotional rollercoaster of overthinking, crying in bed, questioning my entire life… and then getting humbled by my own uterus. We’re talking about big feelings, why emotions demand to be felt, and how our bodies force us to slow down (whether we like it or not). So if you’ve ever spiraled over literally everything only to later realize, oh wait… that makes so much sense now , this episode is for you. Grab a heating pad, some snacks, and let’s talk about feeling through the mess.…

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Perfectly Planned: The Power of Photographer-Planner Collaboration with Alisha Freeman 1:14:14

8 weeks ago1:14:14

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In this episode of “A Cup of Honest Tea,” I sit down with Alisha Freeman, the creative force behind OneTwentyWestCo, to talk about the magic of collaboration between photographers and planners. Alisha shares her journey from starting as a Day-Of Coordinator to becoming a sought-after event designer, recently rebranding and elevating her business. We dive into: • The art of communication and flexibility for seamless collaboration • How to craft timelines that balance logistics with creativity • Real stories about creating synergy between vendors and navigating unexpected changes • Alisha’s advice for couples and vendors on setting priorities, asking the right questions, and maintaining professionalism during tough situations And yes, we get into the infamous Sepia Gate incident—and how to turn vendor conflicts into client satisfaction. Whether you’re a couple planning your big day or a vendor looking to level up your collaborations, this episode is packed with actionable advice, laughter, and a few hard truths. Tune in now to hear why Alisha is the planner every photographer dreams of working with—and why her approach can transform any event into a masterpiece. Follow Alisha's Journey & Expertise: Instagram: @OneTwentyWestCo Website: www.onetwentywest.co…

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High-Functioning, Heavy Hearted: The Weight You Don’t See 20:32

9 weeks ago20:32

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You look like you’ve got it all together—but inside, it’s a whole different story. In this episode, we’re talking about the silent weight of high-functioning depression: showing up for the world while quietly falling apart. From the myth of being the ‘strong one’ to the invisible labor of performing normalcy, we’re unpacking what it really means to carry a heavy heart while staying ‘on.’ Tune in for raw truths, real strategies, and a reminder that you don’t have to earn rest or healing. This one’s for the heavy hearts still showing up every day.…

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Quick Sip: What’s Brewing This Season 3:06

9 weeks ago3:06

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I’m back, y’all! In this quick, three-minute sip of A Cup of Honest Tea, I’m catching you up on where I’ve been and spilling the tea on what’s coming next. This season, we’re diving deeper into real conversations, lessons learned, and how to navigate life, business, and growth. Whether you’re an OG listener or new to the party, this episode is your front-row seat to what’s brewing next.…

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It's a Pelau! 1:13:30

4 years ago1:13:30

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Today's episode covers various topics. There is no specific theme for discussion. We discussed what I've been up to, reading, and my thoughts on a few things currently happening in our society. It's a "lemme fill you in" episode that also has a little passionate outburst about relationships, attachment styles, folks doing absolutely nothing to protect black women while trying to make them show up less excellent out of consideration for the work of the mediocre. PS: There is a lot of cursing and at some point we discuss Bill Cosby. So, TRIGGER WARNING.…

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Femme A Little Deeper 38:57

4 years ago38:57

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This episode, we discussed how the media portrays queer/bi-sexual femme folks and the lacking in representation does harm us in real life and real time.

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It Aint Just The Johnsons: Part 2 34:30

4 years ago34:30

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In this episode, we continued a discussion on "Strange Things About The Johnsons". This time, we directed our efforts on one scene where it shows the level of secrecy family members or loved ones will go through just to save face at the expense of the victimization of those they say they love. Excerpt: "When you are silent having knowledge that an abuser victimized someone, YOU ARE COMPLICIT. Period. You're telling these predators that you are in agreement with their bullshit ass nasty ass perverted ass behavior. No offense, but praying by itself won't fix the problem. While you and your folks are praying, these predators are PREYING and exerting power over others. It's an epidemic we need to acknowledge and stop protecting these folks and "family names" over the well-beings of our future generation." RESOURCES: Resources for Sexual Assault/Violence Victim/Survivor: Male Victims/Survivors: 1in6: https://1in6.org/helpline/ - Provides online chat support as well as resources for male survivors Mle Survivor: https://malesurvivor.org The Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) has a 24/7 service hotline that connects you to your local advocacy center for help and provides crisis support by phone at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or via their live chat service . Find Help Near You is a feature on the RAINN site which helps you locate the rape crisis center closest to you anywhere in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands. Department of Defense Safe Helpline is a worldwide crisis support service, provided by RAINN, for members of the DoD community affected by sexual assault. Help is available for survivors and their loved ones. The National Sexual Violence Resource Center offers a wide variety of information relating to sexual violence, including a large legal resource library. https://www.nsvrc.org/find-help Contact the VictimConnect Hotline by phone at 1-855-4-VICTIM or by chat for more information or assistance in locating services that can help you or a loved one after experiencing sexual assault. Black Survivors Network , a “national online support system for African Americans.” National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline: Call 800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area. Calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline gives you access to a range of free services. Resources for Therapy: BetterHelp TalkSpace Therapy For Black Girls Open Path Therapy…

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It Aint Just "The Johnsons" 33:44

4 years ago33:44

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TRIGGER WARNING: Rape/Sexual abuse, Incest, Emotional Abuse, and Mental Abuse are discussed. In today's episode, we're discussing sexual trauma on black bodies and how we react to things like this as a community. The center of discussion is the short film "Stranger Things About The Johnsons". Everyday, we are traumatized and re-traumatized by our experiences in life. A lot of times, we do not have control and the moment we do, our trauma has the best of us and we react (unhealthily).…

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Lessons While Dating 37:44

4 years ago37:44

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In this episode, I'm discussing my dating chronicles/experiences from my younger years to adulthood and unpack some things that are now showing up in my adulthood. Dating in NYC's limited pool, to having sex with a friend to push a boyfriend to break up with me, and how my current dating life has me out here as mush ball mcthuggy.…

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Did someone just say "therapy"? 38:36

4 years ago38:36

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In this episode, I'm sharing my experience with therapy and how it has changed my life for the better. Anything that'll prevent you from cutting a hoe and ending up in prison is a good thing to invest in if you ask me. I'm discussing how therapy helped me to become more self-aware as well as reinforcing my boundaries, notice red flags, and lead a better life. Thankfully, it made me into a soft-hearted self-proclaimed thug.…

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Little Sex Head 32:18

4 years ago32:18

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Sex has always been this topic we tiptoe around as if it's not normal to have sexual desires. So here I am, speaking of my own experiences and journey with sex that sometimes we unsavory, funny, and/or liberating. In this episode, I talk about my understanding of sex, growing up in church + their view, and my own sexual freedom (exploring kink, why small dicks don't matter to me, double standards). I would like to give a special thank you to Jay Saint for giving me the permission to use his song "Be Great" as my intro! Definitely check him out!…

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Welcome to A Cup of Honest Tea Podcast 3:16

4 years ago3:16