WE ARE, black women, navigating life through the lens of career, dating, spirituality, sex, and the East Coast. Two 30+-year-old California natives sharing all of their adulting stories over drinks, with a little bit of humor, and lots of LOVE. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!
What's good everyone! In the next few weeks we will be discussing various topics related to the holiday season. Grab your eggnog and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
In this week's episode we are catching up with our homie girl Aquila, the Senator, to discuss having a Love Circle. Loving yourself is one thing, but having a tribe that pours into you continuously is another. So let's talk about it. Grab your Mocktails, Cannabis infused edibles, and tissues because Whew Chile………….! Follow our guest on Instagram @mesoki Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hola! How y'all doing today? How ya mama doing? How ya daddy nem doing? This week we're talking about the transformation of self. Yea! Here we go with another deep conversation, but that's what you're here for right? Go ahead and grab you a nice autumn drink and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Babes! In this week's episode we're just catching up and talking about shit that's going on in the world. Huge shout out to our OG listeners and Heyyyyy to all the newbies. Go grab you some coffee, tea, or shit, maybe even a cocktail and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hola! In this week's episode we're talking about the ups and downs of aging as black women in our 30's. Do we still have Megan The Stallion knees or will we need an ice pack by the end of the night? Age is a marker of maturity, but that also means your body is likely to go through several changes. This episode is about to get real adult so grab your icy hot and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
What's good everybody? Thanks for joining us for another episode. This week we're discussing unlearning. Alvin Toffler quotes that “The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn. ” As always, grab you a nice drinky drink, and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! This weeks episode gets into why we've been gone a while. Your mental health is so important so go slow homie. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates
Hey Y'all in this week's episode we're joined by Hamani Wilson to discuss toxic masculinity in relationships. We're so excited to be getting the male perspective on this. This is about to be fucking epic so grab your joint, grab your drinks, or whatever else you need and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_ Follow our guest on social media Instagram - @hamaniwilson Twitter - @manimoewil Facebook - Mani M Wil
Hey Y'all! In this weeks episode we are joined again by our homegirl Ashley of the Sweetened with Ash Lemonade Podcast. This week we're going to get into a little girl talk while discussing black content creation and what it takes to survive in the world of podcasting. This is going to be good so grab your drinks and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_ Follow our guest on Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_ Follow our guest @HeyAshLemonade on Twitter and Instagram
Hey Yall! In this week's episode we're discussing adult friendships. We actually started off this podcast discussing friendships way back in episode 1. Well, here we are at episode 51 still unpacking the nuances of adult friendships and what they mean to us. This is about to get juicy baby, so grab your drinks and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_
What's good everyone! We're still celebrating PRIDE month and this week we are joined by Davon Pitchford to learn about his journey growing up black, gay, and Christian. This is about to be a great episode, so grab your drinks and let's get into it! Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_ Follow our guest on Instagram @dvonismusic @i.amdvon
What's good? Happy Pride Month! This week we're back with our favorite gay auntie to discuss what Pride Month actually means and gain her perspective as to how we can celebrate the community all year round. Grab your drinks and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_ Follow our guest on Instagram @majorkee.alert @gayafterthirty30
What's good! In today's episode we're focusing on the journey of life. The up's, the town's and everything in between. Here we go being all deep again lol! Grab your drinks and let's get into the episode. Follow Us On Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast @_valerieanncreates_ @jayrwilson
What’s good y'all? This week we’re joined by our girl Sydney Nicole of the Annoyed Not Offended podcast. We’re about to kick it and talk about the shit that gets on our last nerve. I’m sure this is about to turn into a full rant so grab you a strong drink and let’s get into the episode. Follow our guest @annoyednotoffended @supasyd Follow us @arewegrownyetpodcast_ @jayrwilson @_valerieanncreates_
So… If you’ve been tuned in, you know my girl Valerie Ann said fuck all of these Untired States and has decided to move abroad and become a citizen of the world. In this week’s episode we’re catching up and getting a glimpse into her journey so far. Grab your drinks and your passport and let’s get into the episode.
In this week’s episode we are joined by our homegirl Elyse who’s a super dope self taught artist, certified tech geek, and spiritual goddess. We’re going to get into the intersections of art and tech while also focusing on some cool witchy shit. Grab your drinks and let’s get right to it. Follow our guest on Instagram @rebelleresinart Follow is on Instagram Hasmeen- @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_
In this week’s episode we are joined by the beautiful Ms. Aquila Jacquette and we’re talking about how to bounce back after failure. This is going to be a good one so grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ @_valerieanncreates_ @jayrwilson Follow our guest on Instagram @mesoki
In this week’s episode we are joined by the beautiful Ms. Antoinette Jordan. We’re about to unpack the many reasons why we put up with the bullshit y’all. This is going to be a good one so grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_ Follow our guest on Instagram @queen_anntoinette
In this week’s episode we are joined by the beautiful Ms. Antoinette Jordan. We’re about to unpack the many reasons why we put up with the bullshit y’all. This is going to be a good one so grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ @_valerieanncreates_ @jarwilson
What's goodie? in this week's episode we're talking about trust issues. According to web MD, Trust is the reliance on the character, ability, strength, or truth of someone or something. Trust is essential to the development of healthy, secure, and satisfying relationships. Although there has been significant research on the subject, relatively little is known about how and why interpersonal trust develops, how it’s maintained, and how it unravels when betrayed. Grab your drinks and let's get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram: @arewegronyetpodcast_ @jayrwilson @_valerieanncreates_
Hey Ya’ll! This week we are joined by the phenomenal Cheryl Wilson of Free AF and Freedom Holistic. We’re discussing what it means to free yourself from the expectations of the world as well as the benefits of reiki healing. Grab your crystals, your sage, and your drinks, and let’s get into the episode. FOLLOW OUR GUEST @the_cwilson @free_as_fck @freedomholisticbycw Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_
What’s good yall! This week's episode is a little raunchy and that’s all I’ve got to say about that lol. Grab your lube, and your drinks, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
What’s good yall? Can you believe it’s been a whole month since we’ve put out a new episode? We really needed a break to get ourselves together but we’re so glad to be back and ready to make shit shake. We’re pretty much just catching you up on our lives this week so grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! In this week’s episode we’re joined by our good girlfriends Sola T. and Kierra Rose from the fake friendz podcast and today we’re talking about colorism. Being black is like the best thing on earth. However, depending on where you fall on the spectrum of skin colors that come with being black you may or may not have the best experience just being you. This is most likely going to get deep so grab your edges and your drinks and let’s get into it. Show Description Follow our guests on Instagram Kierra Rose - @thekierrarose Sola T. - @thesolasystem Fake Friendz Podcast - @fakefiendzpodcast Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Folks! In this week’s episode, we are joined by Ms. Brittney of A.ko.ma jewelry company to discuss the highlights and challenges of being a business owner and mother to a set of autistic twins. Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 54 children in the United States today. Follow our guest on Instagram @akomajewelryco Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Ya’ll welcome to another episode. The year 2021 has already started off Ghetto AF, but that’s alright because we’re preparing ourselves to see past the smoke and walk into new opportunities. This week we’re talking about open doors. How to recognize them and take full advantage. Grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Happy New Year! If you’re listening to this you made it out of 2020. Thank God because that shit was ghetto AF. This week we’re joined by the super badass Kee Tobar of the Gay After 30 Podcast. We’re getting ready to discuss the differences and similarities of dating in your 30’s from the hetero and homosexual perspective. This is going to be good so grab your drinks and let's get into the episode. Follow our guest on Instagram @gayafterthirty30 @majorkee.alert Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @valerieanncreates_
Hey, y’all! In this week’s episode, we’re talking about forgiveness. This tends to be a touchy topic amongst folks of all ages. We’ve been taught that forgiveness is absolutely necessary for all circumstances but, is it really? With that being said, grab your drinks, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Happy Holidays!!! This week we’re coming to you with a mini-episode to bring in the holidays. Grab your hot chocolate, mulled wine, and spiked eggnog, and let’s get into it! Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! This week we are rejoined by our girl Patrice Douglas to discuss the importance of therapy within the black community. Our last conversation with her was so informative that we had to bring her back for a more in-depth conversation relating to mental health and how to successfully navigate its nuances. This is about to get deep, so grab your drinks, and let’s get into the episode. Follow our guest on Instagram @thepatricenicole Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! In this week's episode, we are joined by Neque and Tobi of the Mimosionally Unavailable Podcast to discuss the reasons why adulting is a scam. I don’t know about ya’ll but we were not prepared to be adults on this level and we're OVER IT! Grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode. Follow our Guests on Instagram @mimosionally.unavailable Neque - @alwaysneque Tobi- @tobiwithaneye Follow us on Instagram @aregrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! In this week’s episode, we’re joined by the fellas of Unfiltered The Podcast to discuss the highlights, as well as the challenges of fatherhood in today’s world. As women, we understand the importance of the male perspective and we’re so excited for this conversion. Grab your drinks, and let’s get into the episode. Follow our guests on Instagram @unfiteredthepodcast Tae - @atls_5star Producer Vince - @_vsumbry Wale - @savage_life1962 Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey, Y’all! It’s starting to get a little cold outside, and you know what that means….. Yea, that’s right, cuffing season is among us. Ugh! we can just see the “hey big head” texts now. In today’s episode, we’re getting into the prerequisites and the etiquette around cuffing season. We’re in a whole pandemic yall! We’ve got to be strategic about this thing. Grab your drinks, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! So we recorded this episode on November, 11th 2020 which is said to be one of the most powerful manifestation days of the century. With that being said, we thought it would be a good idea to manifest some things for ourselves, as well as, drop a few gems that may help you to change the trajectory of you your life. Grab your drinks and your crystals, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Y’all, In this week’s episode we are joined by the beautiful Ariel Salome to discuss healing and alignment of one’s self. Sis is about to help us get our careers aligned with our spirits and much more. Grab your drinks and your notepads and let's get into the episode. Follow our guest on Instagram Ariel Salome - @iamarielsalome Follow us on Instagram Instagram - @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Twitter - @arewegrownyet Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Yall! Idk how many times we gotta say this but this year has been SOME SHIT. From COVID, police brutality, losses, and everything in between. It’s been rough for us. However, God has kept us. This episode is really just us catching up and getting shit off our chest so, grab your drinks and your edges, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_
What’s good Y’all? Thank you for tuning in to this week’s episode of Are We Grown Yet? Podcast. We are joined by the super sexy Azaria and Mish Maroon of the Bad Gyal Chat Podcast. And, this week we’re discussing toxic feminity. Oftentimes we’re constantly fearing the word toxic masculinity being thrown around but we all should be mature enough to know that where there’s a yin there's a yang. In short, people with pussies can be toxic AF too. You might need a shot of vodka or maybe even some Holy water for this one. Let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_ Follow our guest on Instagram and subscribe to their podcast @badgyalchatpodcast @airaza21 @mishmaroon Follow @chvrmd on IG
In this week’s episode, we are so excited to collab with the amazing Ash of the Sweetened with Ash Lemonade podcast. Sis just finished a full series of episodes relating to sexual health and we want the tea, honey. Grab your drinks, and your vibrators, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_ Follow Ash on Instagram and subscribe to her podcast @iamashlemonade @sweetenedpodcast
Hey Yall! In this week's episode, Valerie Ann & Hasmeen catch up on what's been going on in the world. Tune in to listen to the ladies talk about cheap tequila, family trips, super-strong weed drops, Dr. Dre's messy ass divorce, and why justice for Breonna Taylor is mandatory. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! In this week's episode, we're talking about the good old '90s. This episode is literally a nostalgic rant about our childhoods lol. We're getting into the fashion, the music, the toys, and whether or not our mamas let us drink Kool-Aid. This is going to be a good one folks, so grab your drinks and get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - _@valerieanncreates_
Make sure you head over and subscribe to Sweetened with Ash Lemonade to hear her series on September being Sexual Health Awareness Month. Check out Ashley on Instagram: @sweetenedpodcast #SweetenedSexEd
Hey Yall. In this week's episode, we’re talking about what happens after you get married and the honeymoon is over. Joining us this week is Hasmeen’s new hubby Donald. We're getting into how they met, Some of their challenges, and what patience and understanding can do for a relationship. This is going to be a good one folks, so grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_
Hey Y'all! In today’s episode, we’re talking about the importance of stretching the black dollar and supporting our own. With all the foolishness that’s going on in our cultural and political climate, now is the time to be intentional about strengthening black businesses and institutions. The sad reality is that black folk are not afforded the same opportunities as white folk, ESPECIALLY when it comes to equity. Grab your drinks, put up your black power fists, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_
Hey Yall! In this week's episode, we’re gonna learn how to be baddies with the gorgeous and multifaceted Clarke Selena. This girl is doing some big things and we can’t wait to learn how to follow suit! Grab your lipgloss, your drinks, and your most trendy outfit, and let’s get into the episode. Follow us on Instagram @arewegrownyetpodcast_ Hasmeen - @jayrwilson Valerie Ann - @_valerieanncreates_ Check out our guest @clarke.selena Soundcloud - Seljaye
Hey Yall! In this week’s episode, we’re talking about the five love languages. You know, Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch. According to Dr. Hary Chapman, It takes more than the occasional great date to keep your relationship afloat. This is going to be a good one yall. Sit back, grab your drinks, and let’s get into the episode.
Hey Yall! In this Week’s episode, we’re talking about our experiences growing up in the black church. I swear man, there’s nothing like it. From the mean-ass ushers to Hallelujah night, it’s an experience like none other. Grab your blessed oil and your bibles and let’s get into the episode. Instagram: @arewegrownyetpodcast_ @_valerieanncreates_ @jayrwilson
Hey Yall! In this week’s episode, we’re telling our black hair stories. So this came up because we came across this hella funny viral video created by Nyissa. Liyah her IG handle is @itsjustnyissa and boyyyy did it remind us of the trauma we went through as little black girls tryna get our hair combed. Ugh! We can just smell the blue magic grease and lusters pink oil lotion now. Grab your drinks and your rat tail comb and let’s get into the episode. Black Businesses Mentioned: Black Howard Yacht Instagram - @blackhowardyacht
Hey Yall! In this week's episode, we’re discussing tarot along with other forms of divination, as well as the constant self-evolution within a spiritual journey with the amazing Kjambalaya. This is going to be a good one yall! Grab your sage, crystals, and Ayahuasca, and let’s get into the episode.
In this week’s episode, we’re bearing it all and discussing our virginity stories. Hollywood will have you thinking your first time is going to be surrounded by candles with the record player playing sweet nothings in the background, but let’s be real. The majority of us had a terrible time losing our virginities. This is about to be weird as hell lol but grab your drinks and let’s get into the episode.
In this week’s episode, we’re talking about online dating. We’re so excited to have the beautiful dawn herself, Ms. Lili Wilson with us to discuss the do’s and dont’s of online dating, as well as the expectations around the whole thing. We’re also discussing how to create healthy boundaries in different types of relationships…….because boundaries are important. If you ain’t know, you better ask somebody. This is going to be a good one folks. Grab your drinks and let’s get into itttt.
In this week’s episode, we’re talking about doula’s yall. We’re so excited to have the beautiful Jaleya Leonard on with us. We’re popping her podcasting cherry, so let’s show our girl some love. Grab your drinks, and let’s get into the episode.