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This week the ladies discuss boundaries. We learn how rigid Justice really is and Kyla stresses how you should trust yourself. Setting boundaries for yourself is just as important as setting boundaries with other people. You better check yoself before your wreck yoself.

This week the ladies catch up after their travels, hear their experiences from meeting B2K and being strong armed by a Thai woman. Later, Kyla and Justice discuss spring cleaning, from your physical environment to clearing mental space.Make sure you follow us on all social media @TheExtraRegular and to check us out at breaksmedianetwork.com/extraregular

Joined this week by half of Melanin in Medicine we discuss quick wellness tips and self-care students or anyone on the go can practice. Our guest this week also gives us a very interesting "Whets Up", Justice reminds y'all to go to sleep and Kyla gives us the rundown on holistic care. Don't forget to check us out on all social media @TheExtraRegular that's on the Twitter and the IG. Send all emails to extraregularpodcast@gmail.com.

This week we dissect coping skills and defense mechanisms. We dig to the root meaning of each and discuss what role they play in our day to day lives. We discuss internal & external stressors, the process of identifying effective coping mechanisms, healthy vs unhealthy coping skills, and share some of our personal techniques for managing stress. Do our identified coping skills and defense mechanisms have a direct correlation with how we were raised? Listen to this episode to find out what we think!

This weeks topic of discussion is Self-Sabotage. What is self-sabotage? How does it impact our day to day grind and psyche? What can we do to improve our behaviors and kick sabotage to the curb? One of us has an unsettling close knit relationship with procrastination while another worries about things that are virtually impossible. Join us as we dive into the conversation of identifying, assessing, and attacking self-sabotage!

This week the ladies are discussing COMMUNICATION. We talk about the different types of communication, Kyla slightly reads Justice and her communication style. We learn our TrueColors and talk effective communication. Here's the link to the True Colors test: https://truecolorsintl.com ... here's the one that we used because...budget: ces-personnel.ca.uky.edu/files/true_colors_test.pdf . Share your true colors with us. DOn't forget to follow us on all social media at TheExtraRegular.

Final Episode of the year!!! Can y'all believe that 2018 is gon already?! The ladies sit down with Best Friend O, George and Kyla's husband James and talk about our year's end commitments. We also discuss what stops us from following our dreams from money, to time, family and pride. Y'all enjoy your holiday, we'll see ya'll in 2019.

This is the last installment of the book review of "The Hate U Give". The ladies share which character they believe they relate to the most and which book situations were/are their realities. Listener submitted questions are also addressed for an all around great discussion.

This week the ladies continue the discussion on Angie Thomas' "The Hate U Give". We point out the differences between the book and the movie and let you all know which one we enjoyed more. Kyla stumps Justice asking which character she identifies with more and Justice turns that into homework for the listeners. Also, don't forget to check on loved ones during this holiday season, seasonal depression is a real thing. Follow us on all social media @TheExtraRegular or send you questions to extraregularpodcast@gmail.com. If you want to leave us a voice message hit us up at 816.265.1749.

This week the ladies discuss the book "The Hate U Give". Decided in the middle of the episode, this will be a series. This first episode gives a brief overview of the characters and what they represent to the ladies. We delve into the effects code switching and the ladies talk about having "The Talk" about what to do when police pull you over, with their parents and loved ones. Stay tuned for the series. Don't forget to follow us @TheExtraRegular on the Twitter and the IG. You can send emails to extraregularpodcast@gmail.com or give us a call at 816.265.1749.

Kyla's birthday is here so we recorded a special birthday episode. We're talking best birthdays, clutch presents and Zodiac signs. Justice even gives you a little insight on rising and moon signs, there is more to the zodiac than what meets the eye.

This week the ladies have their first international guest!!! We address the topic of "domestic violence" aka "intimate partner violence" aka "power based violence". We discuss the different types of violence, cycle of violence and even address the gender bias of the issue as well as the judgement of those who choose to stay. Justice shares a little about her childhood and her time working in the shelter with Sarah. Kyla ends the show by giving us some great resources.If you find yourself in an unsafe situation, please seek help in the safest way possible. No one deserves abuse... you do deserve to be helped.National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-SAFE (7233)RAINN800.656.HOPE (4673)

The ladies are celebrating one year of podcasting. My, my, my how the time flies. We read and hear listeners favorite episode, answer some questions and also get some dope ass show suggestions. Thank you all for your support. Season 1 of the ExtraRegular. is a wrap!!!

Can your ex be your friends next? This question was brought to us by one of our faithful listeners. The ladies are joined by 3 fellas with an array of experience and opinions on this topic. Are you truly loyal to your friend if you shoot your shot at their ex? Does the amount of time they were together play a factor? What if you just smashed? Find out the answers to all this and more.... next on The ExtraRegular.

And we back and we back!!!! Anyone notice we took a week off? This week Kyla and Justice talk about the dreaded Imposter Syndrome. Have you ever felt like your ability wasn't really what got you where you are? Is it sure luck that you obtained the position you have? Do other people see you as successful, but you're afraid you don't live up to their expectations? Tune in as the ladies share their experiences with feeling like they're an imposter. You is not alone!!!! Don't forget to follow us on all social media @TheExtraRegular and to visit the website TheExtraRegular.com

Tonight we announce the winner of the free ticket to the BREAKS live show. Is it you?

This week one of our faithful listeners questions our friendship. So we put it to the test with a friendly game of Black culture's version of Head's Up "Blebrity". We discuss longevity (the good), fights (the bad), and the differences in friends (the confusing). Justice shares an uncomfortable experience at an event where you listen to trap music and paint...and Kyla shares her longest crush ever...like so long, even husbae knew about it

The year 2018 is almost over, thank you Jesus! As we are embarking into the third quarter, Justice and Kyla decide to revisit the goals they individually set at the beginning of the year. Kyla is tired...mentally, physically and "petty-ly"; learn what she absolutely does not want to see anymore of for the remainder of the year. On a more serious notes, we openly share the good, the bad, and the ugly of staying focused on short and long term goals. We also stress the relevance of assessing and measuring our goals, the "after-goal", and our plans moving forward to finish out the year just as strong as we started it. Some of our lovely listeners chimed in to let us know some strategies they use to help them stay focused on their goals. #PodernFamily Listen for a chance to win a free ticket to The B.R.E.A.K.S Radio live show on July 21st at UrbArt in STL, MO. Deadline to enter is July 10th. Don't forget to visit our website at TheExtraRegular.com

Its been a whole ass decade since the ladies graduated from high school. With their 10 year class reunion coming up they decide to bring in some friends and reminisce about the fun times. We are joined by Roommate Allison along with her brother Alpha Andy & as always, Best Friend O. We find out what clique each of us belonged to , we share some of our most fond memories and hear about the longest crush ever. Join us for a look back into 2008. Don't forget to follow us on all social media @TheExtraRegular and remember to visit our website theextraregular.com .

It's Mental Health Awareness Month and the ladies open up. We discuss the different facets of health. Kyla tells J how she really feels and they vow to hold each other accountable. Ladies discuss the taboo of talking about health in the Black Culture and J admits that some of their advice is easier said than done. Don't forget to visit our website: www.theextraregular.com Give us some feedback. B.R.E.A.K.S Radio Live Show- bit.ly/BREAKSlive

It's Mother's Day season so Justice's mother joins the show. She dishes some embarrassing stories about Justice's childhood, we learn that Justice's road rage started as a toddler and get a peek into how open the mother daughter relationship is. J questions her mother's virginity and momma informs us of a "skill" she wants to learn. Don't forget to follow us on all social media at TheExtraRegular.

Kyla and Justice answer questions you all had concerning previous episodes. Can we motivate the youth? Can you really be friends with someone of the opposite sex? Have you ever been in a friend triangle? Would you commit to friendship monogamy? We also get into why Kyla hate labels and touch on identities a bit. Be sure to follow us on all social media at TheExtraRegular AANNNNDDDD send us questions to ask our mothers.

This week Justice is joined by Best Friend O and Trav the Roommate. Issa road trip and we're talking friendship. O breaks it down to a simple but profound tree analogy that basically sums it all up. Justice admits to being the parent friend and Trav gets the group to commit another trip. We learn that having friends of the opposite sex is essential, unless you just trying to smash. You out here goes to our guests for the strides they are making in a profession where black men are not greatly represented. Last but not least our quote comes from Cousin Cardi, because who better than to tell us about friendship. Be sure to follow us on all social media @TheExtraRegular and to visit our website at theextraregular.com

This week the ladies discuss motivation. Kyla's plate is full and motivation is at a standstill, while Justice's #1 motivation is the Masters she'll be receiving next month *inserts aaaawlll and Cardi B tounge*. The ladies share some motivations of their own and some shared by listeners. Justice hates on Kyla by turning her mic off *oops* , the ladies go off on a few tangents...all in the name of motivation. What is the fuel that keeps you going when you're on E? You Out Here: Shoutout to all the members of the Podern Family, y'all inspire and motivate us. Congratulations are in order for the guys of The OverSaturated Podcast on their one year anniversary!!! Also in their joint venture with CEOHaize with The B.R.E.A.K.S radio. The fellas posted their first episode with 247Hiphop.com. They don't dance now, they make money moves. Who you wit?- Silence is golden or music is life? Oversaturated: https://soundcloud.com/user-224279713/episode-21-finally-legal The Awakened Soul: https://soundcloud.com/theawakenedsoulpod/episoe-41-meto The B.R.E.A.K.S- https://soundcloud.com/breaks-radio/shall-we-begin

In light of James' birthday, Kyla is out this week celebrating. Justice brings in some young Black people, for Black conversations about Black things. We finally hear the voice of Homegirl Toya and meet Best Friend O, along with the rest of the tribe. And they question if Justice is using them for a school project. Could be, could be not. What exactly is a professional? Do safe spaces exist for Black folks? Is Kansas City lacking culture? Tune in to see what the tribe has to say. Let us know what you all think. Follow us on all social media @TheExtraRegular and visit our website at theextraregular.com

Hey Hey! This week the ladies of the Extra Regular stepped away from the usual and dedicated the entire episode to answering questions from the lovely listeners. They wanted to tear down the walls a bit and answer questions about themselves to allow listeners to get to know them better. You'll learn about Justice's height requirements, Kyla's definition of love and why you should never...EVER EVER EVER do anything that may possibly could perhaps (yep alladat) send you to jail in front of the ladies. They also share a fun drunken night with you and plan the next...there is more to them than drunken nights-promise. Hope you all enjoy this Q&A as much as they did. Please feel free to send in any questions you have, they will be sure to get answered. --Love ya'll, for real Be sure to visit the website at theextraregular.com and follow us on all social media @theExtraRegular.

So our next episode the ladies of the ER will be answering all of your questions!!! Don't be afraid to ask, we won't be afraid to answer. Ask via Twitter or IG at (@theExtraRegular)and do not forget to follow!!! You can also ask via our website theExtraRegular.com in our Whet's Up section. And last but not least you can send an email to extraregularpodcast@gmail.com , les get to know each other!!!

This week the ladies of The Extra Regular podcast discuss the oh so daunting topic of temptations... dun dun DUN! The ladies discuss some of the temptations they combat on the daily,(because sometimes you gotta get violent with these temptations) ways they decrease the attention spent on temptations and values and their correlation with, you guessed it...TEMPTATIONS. Justice shares how she fights daily with one temptation in particular, she loves oatmeal cookies but you will not be getting her cookies! Kyla shares a lesson she learned first hand that helps her ignore those shady desires. BHM: The Extra Regular podcast is recorded in Kansas City, Missouri. Kansas City is enriched in African American culture from the music on down to the BBQ. Kansas City is home to one of the few and the longest running black owned and operated grocery stores in America. You out here: The ladies would be remiss if they didn't discuss Black Panther and the ceilings it shattered in just 2 days on the big screens (recordings take place on Saturday). Justice saw the movie after the recording so don't fret, there are **NO SPOILERS ** but this will be said, #WakandaForever Be sure to visit our website at: theextraregular.com and follow us on all social media at @theextraregular . Ooooohhhh and the book Justice spoke of is Fervent- Priscilla Shirer.

This week the ladies of ER discussed their personal values and encourage others to establish and identify their very own set of core values. They also responded to their very first listener email question-EXCITING! Justice values her relationships so much that she is willing to leave the comfort of her beloved home at 3am to go pick up a drunk friend, she is a real one! Kyla got recognized in Biggie's Big Poppa song and she shares a value of hers that matches her reaction to the angelical voice of Whitney Houston. You Out Here: This week the ladies shoutout Kyla's husband who achieved of of his career goals by officially becoming a licensed real estate agent. He has tackled this new, long desired dream while maintaining his overly demanding FT job, working a PT job, and satisfying his husband duties--he is out here! If you are in the market for a new home in the Missouri or Kansas area, send us and email and we will get you his information :) Who You Wit: The ladies choose between sticking to their values and schmoney. Which one would you choose? Affirmation: Great values are built on strong moral foundations. Men/women/people become great when they allow these values to take root within their souls and live by them. -Lincoln Patz Don't forget to follow us on all social media at: theextraregular. Send all emails to extraregularpodcast@gmail.com. And visit the website: https://extraregular.wixsite.com/theextraregular-1

This week the ladies of the ER discuss consistency. Following the episode about goals, it's only right. Kyla gives us Five Power Points of consistency, while Justice consistently leaves functions early. We give a shout out to the "Little" Brothers who got into their dream colleges and Kyla reminds us that "Faith without work is dead". The ER ladies had the pleasure of being guests on The Awakened Soul podcast this week, where we discuss one of our favorite movies "The Wood" https://t.co/sYlBVh1E6I . Don't forget to follow us on the Twitter and the IG @theextraregular and visit and subscribe to the podcast and the website https://extraregular.wixsite.com/theextraregular-1

This week, the ladies of The ER podcast discuss the importance of goals and reflecting in relation to becoming a better, doper you. The transparency is real this episode. Hear about how Justice will be shooting her shot ALL 2018 and Kyla will step her game up and make it her business to be the best, best friend ever. Justice shared a story that made Kyla's blood boil and cued her inner hood anthem "Never Scared" Bone Crusher. The ladies also have set goals to increase their knowledge in podcasting, marketing and engineering. We tryna be OUT HERE for real. In light of awards season, this weeks 'You Out Here' goes to Three 6 Mafia for being the first hip-hop group to perform at the Academy Awards and the first hip-hop group to win an Academy Award all in the same night back in 2006 (Clearly, Justice doesn't know the difference between the Grammys and Academy Awards). This was suggested by Roommate Allison, previous 'You Out Here'. This shoutout correlated well with the topic of goal setting. Set your goals high, work HARD and the rest is sure to follow. The affirmation/quote of the week is: Flourish.Learn.Inspire.Grow.Help.Thrive Don't forget to visit us at https://extraregular.wixsite.com/theextraregular-1 and follow us on the IG and the Twitter at : theextraregular

It's the most wonderful time of the yeeeeearrrrr!!! The ExtraRegular. ladies discuss their favorite Christmas memories, from Christmas beer can trees to kiddies sipping adult strawberry daiquiris. We also learn that watches are grandpas favorite gifts to give and how Justice and Kyla both want grills *smile for me daddy* Who you wit: Wrapping Paper or Gift bags? You tell us!!! You out here: Shoutout to all of the December graduates!!! Special shout out to Justice's little sister for graduating with her Bachelor of Arts in Film Studies (Film Production). Check out her website http://www.artisticdomain.org . Also to Kyla and Justice's mutual friend Zach for receiving his Masters in something !!! Don't forget to check out our website and subscribe https://extraregular.wixsite.com/theextraregular-1 . Follow us on all social media @TheExtraRegular . Merry Christmas Baby, you sure did treat me right!!

The ExtraRegular. ladies address Self-Care . We explore different "self identities" and urge you to make time for you. Learn how Kyla wants to take advantage of her support system and how Justice schedules a good cry for next week. We also started the "NewGeeChee" 15 day self-care plan this week. Feel free to join in with us www.newgeechee.com/ *Your homework: Make a self-care plan AND DO IT!!! This week's "You Out Here" is dedicated to CEOHaize. He has been a HUGE HUGE HUGE help to the ExtraRegular. , and we are forever grateful. Haize is a fellow podcaster and you can find him at "The Awakened Soul Podcast" covering tv, film, music, news and how it relates to culture and the world. Check him out on iTunes, Sticher and Google play via "The Awakened Soul" or https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-awakened-soul/id1268472111?mt=2 Who you wit? Cousin Brandy or Auntie Monica Don't forget to email us at extraregularpodcast@gmail.com and visit our blog extraregular.wixsite.com/theextraregular-1 -Bye Felicias

Happy Thanksgiving ya'll! We hope that you enjoy your day and always know there is something to be thankful for. On this quick holiday edition episode, Justice Brooks and Kyla share what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving. Justice sends a quick f*** you to the pilgrims and Kyla shares just how grateful she is for...sleep! We are officially on Itunes and Google Play! We out here...kinda Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/extraregular/id1316328342 Google Play:

This episode, the ladies of the ExtraRegular. podcast discuss the topic of fear. Hear how Kyla dealt with an intruder and how Justice rekindled with an ex after 2 plus years of no contact. "You Out Here" is dedicated to Justice's Roomie/LS/Friend Allison Jones. She did an AMAZING job in the Sister Act play playing Deloris Van Cartier. We have a website now, check us out! https://extraregular.wixsite.com/theextraregular-1 On the website, you can read our blogs and learn more about the ladies of Extra Regular. podcast. Please be sure to subscribe for the latest updates. Also, feel free to send us any topic suggestions, CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM, responses to our episodes, ideas, words of encouragement, etc. via the website or email us at extraregularpodcast@gmail.com. Also follow us on the IG and the Twitter @theextraregular THANKS YA'LL!!!!!