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Aleah Denae returns after not podding for 7 months and updates listeners on the major life changes she's made. Moving out of her parents home, moving to a new state, living alone, and starting a new job are just a few of the thing discussed in this transparent and therapeutic episode. She speaks on her journey, how everything aligned for her, how she was able to achieve goals she set for herself and dealing with doubters and mental instability. Aleah also gives advice to those looking to move or to start over and emphasizes financial discipline, speaking things into existence, and remembering that things won't happen overnight. The "My Take on Music" Segment features Asake, Westside Boogie, Westside Gunn and DJ Khaled.

When two Denae's link up, you know it's something special! Aleah Denae returns to her podcast with content queen Sheree Denae (@sheree_denae) where they discuss everything surrounding long distance relationships. Both share their experiences of currently being in one, and how the art of dms landed them there. They discuss their personal pros and cons of distance and converse about whether or not long distance could be feasible for everyone. The constant projection of insecurities from outsiders surrounding cheating and the idea of distanced relationships not being able to withstand time were also debunked and decomposed. The "My Take on Music Segment" covers drops from Cordae, Pink Sweat$, Sincere Cochiese and Zae France.

Aleah Denae takes a listener's suggestion and discusses how she creates and maintains an effective work-life balance (WLB). She talks about how at the root of work-life balance is the equal feeling of achievement and enjoyment and how that varies for everyone. Work-life balance looks different depending on what stage of life you find yourself in (parenthood, post-grad, in school, etc.) however she shares stories from different parts of her life to create perspective on how priorities shift and how harmony can be found within those intersecting aspects of life. Aleah Denae gives insight on her tips and gets personal about how she balances a relationship, full-time job, side hustles, travel and a social life. The "My Take on Music" segment features recent drops from Summer Walker, Alina Baraz and Don Toliver.

As the summer comes to a close, and many return to the grind, Aleah Denae discusses the sad reality of black experiences in the workplace. She delves into the common use of microaggressions and how they may seem small or unintentional, but due to them being rooted in implicit biases they can lead to larger issues in the workplace, no matter the job. She also dissects the idea of professionalism and how it's viewed as coded language for white favoritism, through the implementation of racist dress codes and standards. Aleah Denae digs into when we try living up to this unrealistic idea of what a professional is we often find ourselves subconsciously code-switching to sound like those around us in our careers/professions. The "My Take on Music" Segment features Sincere Cochiese's new single "Rushin", Drake's highly anticipated album and Aaliyah's classic albums finally being on music platforms.

Aleah Denae discusses the world opening back up again, and how that results in the sad but true reality of an uprising in violence and crime for many cities like her own. These violent acts plague communities with repeated PTSD and leave those in the environments often unable to express  and understand their experiences, triggers and paranoia. Alongside PTSD, Aleah aims to define and describe trauma responses, survivors guilt, hindsight bias and victim-blaming and she emphasizes how trauma effects everyone whether it be from gun violence, sexual trauma, grief, relationship trauma, etc. The "My Take on Music" Segment features reviews on the recent Snoh Aalegra, Mariah the Scientist, Vince Staples, H.E.R. and Doja Cat.

Aleah Denae discusses the hypocrisy and conditional nature regarding protecting black women, their bodies, their stories and their lives on all fronts. Due to April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month, she speaks on how people part-time politic when sexual assault allegations are exposed, when women of color are sexually/physically violated at the hands of men of color and how it's always "fuck 12" until it shifts to "why didn't you report it?" She relates part-time politicking to optical and performative allyship and further relates it to the recent killing of and controversy surrounding Ma'Khia Bryant. Aleah urges her listeners to check their allyship, check their homies and check themselves while listening as a means of creating more awareness and ultimately a safer world for Black women. The "My Take on Music" Segment was brief, so in essence, drop more heat.

Aleah Denae returns with the highly anticipated second season of her podcast and claims a life of luxury is her mood for 2021 and all years to come. She expands on the definition/idea of luxury and how society has tried to keep black women outside of things associated with it. She begins to question why there's a negative stigma surrounding black women living a lifestyle outside of struggle, being affluent or finding success in their niches, and dissects the confusion people feel when a black woman from humble beginnings makes it out. She emphasizes how no matter where you come from, and no matter how your environment shapes you, you are deserving of healthy love/relationships, you deserve a lifestyle of comfortability and you can remain your unapologetic self in any tax bracket, career or room you occupy. The "My Take on Music" segment features drops from WSTRN, Blxst, Zae France and Eli Sostre.

Aleah Denae recaps and reflects on her 2020 in her most candid and transparent podcast episode yet. She speaks on a tarot card reading that accurately predicted what her 2020 would consist of, that being a lot of financial gains and a lot of tragedy. She speaks on the tragedies she faced surrounding COVID, extreme local gun violence/deaths, being laid off and the PTSD she continues to face following a mass shooting she was in. Aside from the tragedies, she reflects on the lessons she gained from her losses and reccuringly expresses her gratitude for life, good health and the wins she was able to obtain amid this wild year. She plans on going into 2021 with her newfound sense of professionalism, intuition and discipline and challenges everyone to be introspective on the past year we've all just had. 

Aleah Denae returns to her podcast with certified international relationship coach Alison Wellington (@AlignWithAlison) where they discuss the ins and outs of relationships as the cold weather and self-proclaimed cuffing szn approaches. From the act of "doubling back", to truly getting over an ex, to the idea of "right person wrong time", how to stop yourself from settling and where women go wrong in relationships. Alison shares her expertise and experience with how COVID has challenged and shifted relationships and what we could expect as we possibly go into the second wave. The "My Take on Music" Segment discusses drops from Ariana Grande, Trippie Redd and Wizkid, and pays homage to the late King Von.

Aleah Denae draws inspiration from Chadwick Boseman's silent battles and immeasurable strength, and returns to her podcast to discuss the many journey's grieving and mourning will take you on. She gets candid and emotional when discussing her grandmother's death and how it ultimately became the turning point in her life. She discusses how death is dealt with differently by everyone, but she shares what's continued to get her through grieving, including reflection, being comfortable with being alone and facing the reality that death is inevitable. She challenges listeners to give people their flowers while they are here and to be kind. She also mentions that she has found solace and peace in the fact that those we've lost continue to protect and watch over us. The "My Take on Music" Segment covers drops from Big Sean, Nas, Vic Mensa and Ty Dolla $ign.

Aleah Denae discusses how the uncertainty of the future due to COVID-19 has left a lot of people in limbo, and feeling in a weird space. She discusses her struggles amid the pandemic, what she found comfort in during quarantine and how she somehow reached a new sort of normal. She also speaks directly to the class of 2020, and shares her empathy as well as tips to navigating through the job force during a global pandemic. The "My Take on Music Segment" reviews drops from Pink Sweat$', Kiana Ledè, Drake and Jhene Aiko.

Aleah Denae discusses people's one dimensional views on relationships and how anything outside of monogamy and marriage are viewed as unusual, unsuccessful or unsatisfactory. She also speaks on how the story of Jada Pinkett Smith and August Alsina's entanglement have led to the discussions of double standards, male's egos and how gender and societal norms play a role in what is and isn't comprehensible. She challenges people to make note of what straight men protect, defend and get mad at, and to unpack the hypocrisy and contradictory nature of it all. The "My Take on Music" Segment reviews posthumous drops from Pop Smoke and Juice Wrld, Summer Walker and KAYTANADA + Lucky Daye.

Aleah Denae discusses the idiocy of the phrases "no homo" and "pause" commonly said amongst men of color. She speaks on the origins and undertones of said phrases, and explains how they're linked to fragile masculinity and upholding homophobia within straight male culture. Due to it being Pride Month, Aleah Denae urges her listeners to unlearn negative stigmas surrounding LGBTQ+ people, and to normalize men of color showing love and being emotional towards one another. The "My Take on Music" Segment reviews drops from Beyonce, City Girls, Tee Grizzley, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and Teyana Taylor.

Aleah Denae discusses her outlook on the next steps the world should take amid the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement, and her first piece of advice is checking your own privilege. Touching on lightskin privilege, white privilege, straight privilege, male privilege, able-bodied privilege, etc. she emphasizes that instead of reacting to your own privilege in a defensive way, work to understand the advantages you possess whether you were aware of them or not. She argues that once we take accountability for the advantages we have over others within our communities, more empathy and a stronger community will be created. The "My Take on Music" Segment reviews drops from Lil Baby, Pop Smoke, Teyana Taylor and Chloe x Halle. 

Aleah Denae discusses the reality of the world for black Americans. In light of the George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Sean Reed and Ahmaud Arbery deaths at the hands of present and past white police officers, she discusses how the media has managed to normalize the circulation of images and videos of black people's dead bodies and final moments. She discusses how this act of raising awareness results in continuing the spread of black trauma and she provides alternatives to exposing stories and creating conversations. Aleah also calls out the complex layers of how black women and black LGBTQ+ members are often not rallied behind as much when they are killed, and also how those that like to utilize and profit off of black culture are silent within this time of outrage. She empathizes and extends her condolences to those mentally exhausted, drained and effected right now, and supports the action and efforts in Minneapolis.

Aleah Denae and Quan McCullough have an informal Q&A and discussion surrounding his football, entrepreneurial and philanthropic successes. They dive into how black men are often limited to success in sports, due to the lack of representation in other careers/settings, and often times feeling like the only way to “make it out” is through the game. The “My Take On Music” Segment features reviews on drops from Gunna, Teyana Taylor, Dej Loaf and Jacob Latimore.

Aleah Denae discusses the importance of compatibility in friendships and argues that they should be treated/analyzed just the same as romantic relationships. She discusses her past struggles in friendships and her tips to having a healthy, balanced circle. She regurgitates the idea of having non-negotiables set up in order to help people not stay in dead friendships or ignore red flags that people often do. The featured "My Take on Music Segment" reviews the new drops from Roy Woods, Polo G and Sheff G.

Aleah Denae discusses the negative perception of being single in today's society, and how those that are single are often told that they're the problem, their standards are too high and/or they can't keep a significant other. She discusses that while in quarantine many people feel at the peak of their loneliness, and she offers her tips to finding peace while alone, avoiding settling and doubling back. The featured "My Take on Music Segment" includes reviews on new drops from Lil Durk, Kehlani, NAV and Lil Tjay.

Aleah Denae and Calvin Butler discuss the adversities of growing up on Rochester, NY's Eastside and their transitions to accredited 4 year universities. With similar passions and drives for helping the youth, Aleah Denae and Calvin Butler share their experiences with inspiring their local community by beating the odds, the challenges of outgrowing a stagnant city and what they gained from their college experiences. The "My Take on Music" Segment features reviews on Drake, JoJo, Yxng Bane, Megan Thee Stallion/Beyonce, etc.

Aleah Denae discusses the double standards and hypocrisy within cancel culture, while also noting that people have to take accountability for their mistakes. The featured “My Take on Music” segment includes reviews on new drops from Lil Baby, Alina Baraz, Juice Wrld, K Camp and more.

Aleah Denae is inspired by a viral Instagram live video of Lala and Ciara and Russell Wilson, discussing their five non negotiables in relationships, and the subliminal judgments and expectations put on specific genders regarding love, relationships and romance. Aleah Denae works to debunk the idea of relationships solely being for the woman's benefit/happiness, and challenges her listeners to write down/stick to their five non negotiables. The featured "My Take on Music" Segment discusses DVSN, Westside Gunn, DaBaby and The-Dream's new releases.

Aleah Denae unveils her long-awaited podcast, spilling what she hopes to discuss, dissect and debate about in her unfiltered, unapologetic podcast.