Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast

Well, the end is finally here y'all. You know I had to end season four of the Bonnets & Durags podcast with a solo episode. “You Deserve” is a love letter to myself. Thank you for an incredible fourth season of the show. I appreciate you so much Pillow Talk Pod Squad! See you in 2021. Love and light. - via Simone Shop the 'you deserve.' collection is now available at www.bonnetsanddurags.com. Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

Get it bihhhh! via Simone had a girls night with her homegirls Iria & Kortlynn as they got together to play around round of Simone's infamous made up game "Mango Habanero". The girls also discussed their love languages in full detail, what it's really like to relocate to NYC, advancing in their careers, "perm burns", freaky-deaky flashbacks, inspiring one another & more. The Bonnets & Durags brand is launching new merch on 11/22 @ 2pm ET/11am PT! Sign up for our email newsletter on bonnetsanddurags.com to stay up to date with the release, unlock a deal, and get dope content straight to your inbox. Follow Iria & Kortlynn on Instagram: www.instagram.com/iriatanee www.instagram.com/kortlynnjenae Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

Love is love...right? For this episode of the podcast, via Simone facilitated healthy dialogue with three different folks with three very different perspectives on interracial dating and relationships. Bridget is currently in an interracial relationship with a white man. Catherine is a product of an interracial relationship and has her own personal thoughts on dating outside of your race. Johnny is completely against interracial relationships for a specific reason. Listen to the episode in full to hear potentially changed mindsets. Where do you land on this topic and how do you feel about it? Follow Catherine, Bridget, & Johnny on Instagram: www.instagram.com/iambridgeet www.instagram.com/retrobarbie92 www.twitter.com/johnnyjeann Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

For this quick & dirty solo episode, via Simone touches on a few key points that will have a direct affect on our communities: this upcoming election and the rise of Clubhouse. Both matters have the ability to change the entire landscape of our current black, creative, and prosperous lives as we know it. Let's get into it. Go vote. Wear a mask. Take a break. All black lives matter. Follow Simone on Instagram & Twitter: www.instagram.com/via.simone www.twitter.com/viasimone_ Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

We're having a squad baby! Simone sat down with her GIRLFRIENDS to talk about stepping into the next phase of adulthood (parenthood), being in love and in long term relationships, family pressure to settle down, biological clocks vs. financial clocks, being with Pisces men, first impressions, being friends for 8+ years, and more. Follow Victoria, Nazinga & Nikki on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ohmizvictoria www.instagram.com/activbyzing www.instagram.com/_freaknik Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

Bonnets & Durags Podcast returns after a mini hiatus. This time around, Simone gathered her fellow podcasting friends Ti, Lashawn, and John together for a real ass conversation about commitment, compromise, and consistency in relationships and beyond. Each guest dives into what dating with intent means, what a good man/woman is, what love looks like for them currently and how they hope to grow with it moving forward. Follow Ti, Lashawn & John on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ti.martel www.instagram.com/stayfocusla www.instagram.com/_ashotinthedark Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

The host via Simone conducted another Bonnets & Durags Podcast fan-favorite: a solo episode. This episode is full of life updates + life hacks, while she answers audience questions about Q4 plans, settling down in a new country, and her thoughts on body shaming. While via Simone takes a social media break, the Bonnets & Durags Podcast will return in October 2020. Follow Simone on Instagram & Twitter: www.instagram.com/via.simone www.twitter.com/viasimone_ Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

Buckle up. "Six Flags" is where Simone and her friends Kennedy & Prince uncover all of the possible red + green flags in friendships, relationships, and business. Red flags are pretty self explanatory -- the unsettling feelings that you ignored in the beginning. Green flags are positive actions that reinforce the value in your partnership. From trauma bonds to being equally yoked to negotiating your worth, the group did so much unpacking in each area. Follow Kennedy & Prince on Instagram: www.instagram.com/presidentkennedy www.instagram.com/youngprince_ Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

"Mango Habanero" is a random conversation-starter game that Simone made up to challenge some of her most "closeted" guy friends to open up, dive deep, get spicy, and unpack emotions -- all in the name of being raw, real, and intimate. The rules of the game are simple. Simone picks a "sweet" / thought provoking card OR Simone picks a "spicy" / XXX-rated card and each guest has to answer it truthfully. On this week's episode, her two friends Don & Roach didn't back down from the challenge. Follow Don & Roach on Instagram: www.instagram.com/donpeezly www.instagram.com/justroach._ Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

Condoms are a form of PPE. Please use them accordingly. via Simone gets under the covers with Orlando, Tati & Jason as they unveil everything running successful sex-based businesses (like a condom company and an OnlyFans account), being vocal with your partners in the bedroom, amplifying your femininity, dismantling toxic masculinity, using protection (or the lack thereof) during "sneaky links", dating during quarantine, their freakiest kinks and encounters, and so much more. B Condoms (the ONLY black-owned company in the U.S.) is giving our listeners a SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODE! Use our code BBD and save 30% while you support black business and purchase your next pack of condoms from www.bcondoms.com. THE BREAKDOWN: (6:32) Meet Jason (16:30) Meet Orlando (31:11) Meet Tati (43:00) Our Rapid Fire Round of Spicy Questions Follow Orlando, Tati, Jason & B Condoms on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearorlandoroye https://www.instagram.com/_tatianap https://www.instagram.com/jasonkpanda https://www.instagram.com/bcondoms Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

We're here to celebrate YOU! During today's episode, we highlight the stories of two lovely queer folks, Jordan & Jess, and everything that comes along with being black and PROUD AF in the LGBTQ+ community. From stepping into their queerness at different stages in their lives to proper pronouns and terminology to reimagining their relationships, this episode is full of teachable, shareable, heartwarming moments. Happy Pride Month! And remember, All Black Lives Matter. The Breakdown: (6:57) MEET JESS & JORDAN (9:33) GROWING UP IN THE DANCE COMMUNITY (19:26) SPEED DATING IN MIDDLE SCHOOL (29:19) STEPPING INTO QUEERNESS (35:02) QUICK & DIRTY GLOSSARY OF ALL OF THE TERMS (39:29) TRADE VS. DL (43:16) STUDYING QUEER THEORY (46:03) COMING OUT STORIES  (57:37) PARTNERSHIPS & DATING (1:15:13) PROPER SYMBOLISM + GUIDELINES TO PROTESTING (1:19:20) WHITE ALLIES + ADVOCACY (1:22:54) THE RISE OF BIPOC + WHY SAYING "OF COLOR" IS PROBLEMATIC (1:28:26) IS YOUR IDENTITY ASSIGNED AT BIRTH OR A LEARNED BEHAVIOR? Follow Ryan & Scott on Instagram: www.instagram.com/mrjordanlloyd www.instagram.com/jprett Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

Let's give it up for all the amazing black dads out there! The host via Simone sat down with some incredible black dads, cataloguing their experiences at every step of the journey. From preparing for fatherhood to instilling quality morals & values in their black children, listen as Ryan, Scott, and James (Simone's dad) share every single reward and challenge that comes with shattering the stereotype as they set the tone for what it means to be a black father. Quick Breakdown: Meet Ryan @ 3:16 Meet Scott @ 26:45 Meet James @ 54:17 Follow Ryan & Scott on Instagram: www.instagram.com/ryetun www.instagram.com/scott.b.king Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

This one doesn't need much of a description. The title speaks for itself. Let's get into it. Follow Khalia & Kevin on Instagram: www.instagram.com/khaliabraxton www.instagram.com/gq_kev Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

I'll always love my mama! She's my favorite girl :) The host via Simone sat down with some incredible black moms, just to find out that no one journey is the same. From preparing for motherhood to postpartum depression to raising a black son to finding the right life partner, listen as Tasha, Chynna, and Tammy (Simone's mommy) share every single reward and challenge that comes with watering their seeds. The Breakdown: (5:27) MEET TASHA (8:09)THE INCONVENIENCE (12:28)BLACK CHILDBIRTH MATTERS (14:48)WHEN THE DEPRESSION HIT (18:21)BREAKING GENERATIONAL HABITS (22:26)CO-PARENTING (31:50) RAISING A BLACK SON IN TODAY'S WORLD (36:09)TASHA'S REWARDS & CHALLENGES OF BEING A MOM (45:17)MEET CHYNNA (54:03 GUT REACTION TO PREGNANCY NEWS (59:26)PREPARATION + PATIENCE (1:04:06) HAVING A SUPPORTIVE PARTNER & NETWORK (1:09:03)HOW CHYNNA IS BREAKING GENERATIONAL HABITS (1:16:22) CHYNNA'S REWARDS & CHALLENGES OF BECOMING A MOM (1:25:09) MEET SIMONE'S MOM, TAMMY (1:26:57)HER LONG-TERM/LONG-DISTANCE RELATIONSHIP WITH MY DAD (1:31:07)THE FIRST FEW YEARS OF MARRIAGE (1:34:17)PREPPING FOR THE PRINCESS' ARRIVAL (ME, DUH) (1:38:00)THE BALANCING ACT (1:40:13) BEING A SECOND MOM AT AGE 13 (1:42:10) FINDING A PARTNER WITH THE SAME VALUES (1:44:33) TWO KIDS, TWO PERSONALITIES This episode is dedicated to Simone's paternal grandmother, Charlene, whose 83rd birthday is the same day as this episode's release date! Follow Tasha & Chynna on Instagram: www.instagram.com/tashatalks_alot www.instagram.com/sunkissedhoney Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: www.bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

We're back! The host via Simone kicks off the fourth season with her first ever solo episode. So much has changed in the world + in her life since season three. From comparison culture to her quarantine breakup, she covers it all in this healing, transformational tell-all episode. The Breakdown: (6:15) "SHOWING UP PRESENT, NOT PERFECT" (13:47) MY BACKGROUND STORY (25:12) MY QUARANTINE BREAKUP (35:43) CODEPENDENCY EXPLAINED (46:16) RE-ESTABLISHING MY RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD (49:03) BEING A 'BY-THE-BOOK TYPE OF B*TCH' (55:05) HONORING HEROES & FALLEN VICTIMS + INFORMATION OVERLOAD (59:37) "COMPARISON IS THE THIEF OF JOY" (1:08:03) WHAT I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS SEASON Follow Simone on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags Website: https://bonnetsanddurags.com Intro credit: @iamkingjules

On the season finale of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, a little role play action happens and Simone gets interviewed by her partner, Reign. The pair dove deeper into what's been going on in Simone's world, her 2019 year in review, her next steps, her setbacks, her love life and more. CREATOR'S NOTE: Thank you for being avid listeners of the podcast! Season 3 was superb and I couldn't have done it without my amazing guests this season and you ALL for your listens/downloads, subscriptions, ratings, shares, etc. I'll be back with Season 4 content soon! Love you always, Simone Follow the couple on Instagram: www.instagram.com/via.simone www.instagram.com/reignisreal Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode 312 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone is joined by her culturally-versed friends Jamila, Marquise & Paola for a much needed discussion around Afro Latinx culture, colorism, history lessons, dating outside your of race, use of the n-word, the remnants of Hurricane Maria and more. This is how the podcast is honoring Hispanic Heritage Month. We know we're 16 days late but we here and we still love our Latinx family! Title courtesy of (@)yosoyafrolatina / www.instagram.com/yosoyafrolatina Follow the squad on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamilachai_ www.instagram.com/themarquisef www.instagram.com/chocolategodess www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 311 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone is joined by her (practically) married friends Nai, Ti, JB, Dre, and Orlando for a much needed discussion around partnership, prenups, finding your person, marriage, being the head of a household and other grown folk business. Follow the love avengers squad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/labeautyologist https://www.instagram.com/love.realations https://www.instagram.com/dearorlandoroye https://www.instagram.com/yunggoldie_ https://www.instagram.com/via.simone Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 310 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone is joined by friends Kortlynn and Trae for a bonnet talk sleepover. The ladies discuss their experiences with relocating to pursue their dreams, getting comfortable with being uncomfortable, what their hot girl summers really looked like, following their God-designed paths, embracing their spiritual journey and so much more. Follow the ladies on Instagram at (@)kortstaydroppingems & (@)tredayy_. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 309 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone had an overdue link up with her guy friends and who are now known as the kindest (not wildest) City Boys in the five boroughs: Jameer, Reek, and Taqee. This episode is the perfect balance between a sketch comedy and a relationship devotional. The group dives into the stages they're currently at in life based on three different tiers: CIty Boy, Suburban Boy, and Country Boy. Listen to this episode to find out the meaning behind all three and how that affects their personal, love, and sex lives today. Follow the entire group on all social media platforms at (@)jameerpond, (@)theogblackman, & (@)taqeebond. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 308 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone sat down with her beloved friends: Tee, Julien, Tiffany, and Kevin. They're next wave of influencers in the NYC music space and they all have contributed to the culture serving as DJs, record label owners, and music curators. In honor of Black Music Month, the gang talks about their musical inspiration, what inspired them to start carving out their path in the industry, digging in the crates, the current state of hip hop, which artists are up and coming, who's plummeting, and so much more. Follow the entire group on all social media platforms at (@)ohteemarie, (@)iamkingjules, (@)tiffanypatrice and (@)phrank.sinatra. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 307 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone sat down with a solid group of community influencers who weren't afraid of being vulnerable. In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, Irv, Renee, and Tameka opened about their experiences with childhood traumas, depression and anxiety, seeking help, self awareness, self harming disorders, breaking the stigma of therapy in the black community, health and nourishment, and so much more. Follow the entire group on all social media platforms at (@)the.meekend, (@)zeusofqlf, and (@)missbulll. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 306 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone sat down with the cast of her new favorite web series show 'Pillow Talk' from the creators of Cleo TV's 'Tough Love'. LaChrisha plays Lyric, who also happens to have a Pillow Talk Podcast and works as a dating coach. Malik plays Jason, a loving and devout boyfriend who just can’t seem to get things right when it comes to his relationship. Anthony plays the role of potential bae but is also a pro at playing with people’s emotions. The group takes off their acting hats and steps into their actual character's shoes to relive their on screen story lines in real life. Everything from holding on to a diminishing relationship and potential, life changing moments, what constitutes as girl/guy code, and what self care really looks like. Follow the entire group on all social media platforms at (@)chrishabrown, (@)anthonymwalker, and (@)artbymalikrashad. Watch the entire first season of Pillow Talk on YouTube and check out their BONUS episode here: http://www.pillowtalkbonus.com. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 305 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, things get real freaky. Simone and her guests Becky from The Hoe Phase Podcast and Justin and Rios from the 4th & 13 Podcast dive in to everything you need about making sure your sex life is lit af. That's it. That's the episode. Tune in. Follow the entire group on all social media platforms at (@)everybodylovesbecky/@sirensnyc, (@)_justinbobby_, (@)popeyebiscut/(@)4thand13podcast Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 304 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone has a big sleepover with her hard working, hustling friends: Tasha, Tempelton, Tequilla, and Paula. The group talks about the challenges and rewards of working in corporate vs. freelancing, how financially stable we are, how to file your taxes as a freelancer, dating the unemployed, why Instagram is so important in our careers, and everything else in between. Follow the entire group on all social media platforms at (@)tequilla.white/tequillaj_white, (@)keedypaula, (@)tashasara, and (@)foryoufromtemp Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 303 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone hosts a very special guest, Hollywood producer and New York Times best selling author, DeVon Franklin. The two talk about his latest book "The Truth About Men" where he unveils how men can be and do better, what women need to know about men, taming your/his "inner dog", meeting his wife Meagan Good, industry tips for creatives, advice for singles, and everything else in between. Follow DeVon Franklin on all social media platforms at (@)devonfrankin Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode of 302 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone cuddles up with her girls, Bianca & Annelise, to talk about finding love in this digital era. Both guests met their partners online; Tinder and Twitter to be exact so the group dives deep in to how they met their match, what authentic love looks like, selfless sex, internet personas, relationship challenges, living with your significant other, and everything else in between. Follow the crew on their social media platforms at (@)biancakathryn_ & (@)la_vitaa_bellee Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On the first episode of season 3 of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone sat down with the City Boys from the 718 (their words, not hers), Don & LA from the @whatsagoodguy podcast. The group talks about what it means to be a good friend, combating bad friends, balancing friendships and relationships, the importance of support, disarming egos, pride, and trash ass narratives, and everything else in between. Follow the crew on their social media platforms at (@)StayFocusLA & (@)DonPeezly Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On the eighth and final episode of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone has a slumber-party-turned-heated-debate with some pretty dope, irrational people. Reign, Bundy, and Marcus contribute their thoughts on topics like black culture clashing, engagement etiquette, cheaters, why we settle, gift giving and more. This is a long one, but things get even spicier in the second hour of the show so it's only right to listen to it in its entirety! Follow the crew on their social media platforms at (@)@TheReignIsReal, (@)BundyFoxx, & (@)WhatMarcus Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode seven of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone links up with the fine, young gentlemen of Debonaire Douchebags. Marcus, Jelani, CJ, and Travis contribute their thoughts on topics like what their douchebag percentage is, relationship therapy, mentoring, IG baddies, beard culture and more. Be sure to pull up on them at their 4th annual Blowing O's event on Saturday, July 28 in NYC. Find out more info here - blowingos.info. Follow the gentlemen on their social media platforms at (@)Dapper_Dapo, (@)viajetjaguar, (@)BornWitaCharm, & (@)BySirWilliams Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at https://twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode six of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone has some serious pillow talk with two young, black fathers from NYC named Jordan and Naj in honor of the upcoming Father's Day holiday. The group covers topics like breaking the stigma of "black absentee fathers", the inspiration behind naming their daughters after Game Of Thrones characters, the rewards and challenges of being a father, going to couples therapy, adjusting between wanting to turn up and needing to turn down and more. Follow the gentlemen on their social media platforms at (@)Jo_Pa_Po and (@)NajIsDope. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at (@)bonnetsdurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode five of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone has yet another slumber party with a group of NYC "influencers" named Jamice, Cutty, and Skip (yeah, it's him again). The team covers topics like gentrified struggle, mental health in the black community for #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, oversaturated markets as creatives, event planning, and more. Follow the whole group on their social media platforms at (@)SkipFromBK, (@)CuttyPalance, and (@)JamiceOfCourse. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at (@)bonnetsdurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode four of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone dives deep with reformed Twitter celebrity, Jeff aka @LeKuroKami. The two cover topics like cancel/call out culture, #MyDickMyChoice, Issa Rae's remarks about Black women and Asian men, cyber bullying, and more. Follow Jeff on social media platforms at (@)LeKuroKami. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Twitter & Instagram at (@)bonnetsdurags // www.twitter.com/BonnetsDurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode three of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone has another slumber party with a team of talented actors named Zoe, Skip, and Kar. The group that met on the set of an upcoming web series called "Wingmen" cover topics like glow up phases, ghosting, gifting, post- and pre-nut clarity, and more. Follow the whole group on social media platforms at (@)SkipFromBK, (@)ZoKage_, and (@)kareywest. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Instagram at (@)bonnetsdurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

On episode two of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone gets under the covers with Twitter's prized possession and meme god, Funny Julius. Her and the "Julius-of-all-trades" cover topics like being influencers, publicly rating his dates on the timeline, leaving a legacy, his many talents, being sexually liberated, and more. Follow Julius on all social media platforms at @FunnyJulius. Follow Bonnets & Durags on Instagram at (@)bonnetsdurags // www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

For the return of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone hosts a slumber party for Season 2. Her and her out-of-pocket guests cover topics like color bias & Mo'Nique, "thot bots", consensual sex & Aziz Ansari, #MeToo & #MenToo, Degrassi, and more. Follow the whole squad: 4th & 13th Podcast - @4th13podcast Justin - @exiiit13 Yves - @hulio___ Rios - @popeyebiscut Victoria - @ohmizvictoria Shy - @im_not_shyy Follow Bonnets & Durags on Instagram at (@)bonnetsdurags // https://www.instagram.com/bonnetsdurags

For the seventh episode of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone gets in between the sheets with the multi-talented artist, @r.a.rebreed (Jalaun Taylor). Simone & Jalaun recap their trial and error phases of 2017, the passion behind his artwork, overcoming depression, what intimacy means to him, and more. Follow Jalaun on Instagram, at @r.a.rebreed.

For the sixth episode of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone gets under the covers with the HYP3ST DJ PERIOD, @DJTGIF (Craig Earle). Simone & Craig dive into Black Twitter news, being a grown ass man at 14, his near death sex experience, why I need a "hoe phase" and more. Follow DJ TGIF on all social media networks, including his Soundcloud, at @DJTGIF.

For the fourth episode of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone gets under the covers with her childhood friend Phil aka MakeHerPhilRite on social media. Simone & Phil chat about Twitter Shenanigans, from trending topics to timeline quarrels. On March 16, Simone hosted her first Bonnets & Durags Twitter Chat with Phil and in this episode they'll be answering the same spicy questions that had the Black Twitter timeline in a frenzy. Follow Phil on all social media networks at @MakeHerPhilRite.

For the third episode of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone takes a deeper dive with Jacques Bastien, CEO of Boogie, as they uncover some of Jacques' tales of growing up Haitian, coining the term "hustlepreneur", overcoming business obstacles, building his empire, and the proposal video to his college sweetheart that went viral. Jacques on social: Twitter - @jacqueshbastien Instagram - @jacqueshbastien Website - http://www.jacquesbastien.com Resources: http://www.jacquesdahcia.com https://boogie.co http://www.shade.co https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZci9Kp60LM

For the second episode of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone gets under the covers with Dev (@devy-day) as they uncover some of their secrets during a game of "Never Have I Ever" among other topics like 90s vs 2000s R&B, raising our black sons & daughters, and advice for college students.

For the first episode of Bonnets & Durags: A Pillow Talk Podcast, Simone gets in between the sheets with LT (@ElzMcFly) & Kenny (@BearoftheEast) as they unpack the details of how thoughtfulness plays an important role in being in a loving relationship among other topics like feminism, lying, and durags with the cape out.