It's Complicated

This week Kris and Raina are joined by special guests Lakesha and Deonte, whom been married almost 19 years. The couple share great stories and give even greater advise about navigating relationships through deployments, kids, retirement, and even the pandemic. As usual Raina and Kris banter back and forth about trust in a relationship, political warfare, and who calls who "Bigg Daddy". This episode's black business of the week are courtesy of our special guests Lakesha and Deonte - Check Lakesha Cole, Founder & Principal of She PR Agency - facebook.com/hireshepr - www.shepr.co/ - Deonte Cole - Realtor, Keller Williams Suburban Tampa

Raina and Kris join the bonnet debacle discussion and share their views on women and being able to take advice from our elders. We also jump into the idea of women being more acceptable of men and their shortcomings and why the alternative rarely happens. The dynamic duo also talk about rebuilding after divorce and appreciating the person while you have them in your life and not after they're gone or have moved on!

In this episode Raina and Kris tackle being single shamed by the retirement planner and what things you should look for when dating in your 40's. We tackle Kwame Brown and the male fragility, we also discuss the lack of and over-arching leadership figure in the African-American community.

It's the Kris takeover. Kris kicks off the show wanting to understand why women can't forgive. Raina, as usual obliges with her point and view and get's plenty of support from the Facebook Live audience. After Raina helps Kris to uncover the key to a successful relationship, the two tackle the shady shenanigan's of the All The Smoke podcast episode where Gilbert Arenas called out Kwame Brown and his lack of confidence on the court. The two finish up with pay homage to J.Cole and his contribution to music, culture, and all things black. Black Business Spotlight: The 9th African-American female pediatric surgeon: Dr. Kanika Brown-Jallow https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/woman-makes-history-9th-black-female-pediatric-surgeon-77369343

Kris begins the episode remembering the life of a longtime neighbor who had a significant impact on his life. We also tackle the grieving process and dealing with death of those you love. We share our thoughts on wishing your ex well or not after the relationship has ended as well as dating outside of the current lifestyle you're accustomed to. And for a special story time we each share our funniest story regarding sex and our parents. The black business of the week is Marie Ash Natural Hair Salon. Website: https://www.marie-ash.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarieAshLLC IG: marieash2u

On this episode of It's Complicated the Podcast Raina and Kris discuss giving what their significant other needs, post-divorce coping following the news of Bill and Melinda Gates getting divorce. We also tackle social media and background checks in a world of online dating. This weeks black business of the week is Cuzzo's Cuisine located at 3418 Tuckaseegee Road, Charlotte, NC. IG: cuzzoscuisine Website: www.cuzzoscuisine.com

On this episode Raina and Kris tackle the complexities of dating someone who's married, but separated. We also talk about why women are more apt to hold a man down while serving time. With almost every phone equipped with a camera, we debate whether it's okay to take random pictures of other people without their permission. Last, but not least we tackle the ever controversial topic of gender roles in a relationship and checking in with one another. Black business of the week: Bubbly Pups, Charlotte, NC IG: bubblypupsnc FB: Bubbly Pups

This week Raina and Kris jumpstart the show battling the technology demons (be patient with us...we're still trying to figure this thing out). Despite the glitches your favorite dynamic duo are able to jump into the deep in discussing Lizzo and her body positivity movement and the overexposure of self on social media. The duo also tackle dating with a purpose and how women put men on the clock. Kris and Raina also give their best advice to a listener who's not quite sure how to navigate her child's father exposing her child to the women he dates. Black Business Spotlight of the Week FIRST BLACK WOMAN IN NEW YORK TO OWN A SPRING WATER BOTTLING COMPANY ISSUES 3 MILLION GALLONS OF WATER IN 30 DAYS CHALLENGE. https://www.blackenterprise.com/first-black-woman-in-new-york-to-own-a-spring-water-bottling-company-issues-3-million-gallons-of-water-in-30-days-challenge/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week Raina and Kris tackle the racial unrest that we've been experiencing over the past two weeks. After revealing our furiousness and our fears, we then jump into the craziness of cutting off your potentials for the new love interest in your life... We also discuss changing for your significant other and give stories about the most awkward date ever. Hint... Hint...One of us dated a person who admitted to killing their spouse!!! This weeks black business of the week is Sugar Kneads. Follow Sugar Kneads on IG @kneadsmoresugar_oh. Website: www.sugarkneadsllc.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On the episode Raina and Kris pay homage to the life and legacy of DMX while also shedding light on addiction.  We also discuss  how a man determines he's ready to settle down. Kris is on fire this episode and the Facebook live audience is definitely team Kris. If you or someone you know is battling addiction please call the SAMHSA National Helpline Confidential free help, from public health agencies, to find substance use treatment and information. 1-800-662-4357 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Raina and Kris tackle the complicated topics of dating and marriage after divorce and even death of a spouse. We also discuss whether or not there is a such thing as ethical cheating and even give personal stories of how we handled the ethical cheat or cheater. This epsisode's black business is Polish'd Nail Salon, located at 2205-A University Dr., Huntsville, AL. 256-270-9991. Follow her on Instagram at getpolishd2 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Raina and Kris discuss why the saga of online influencers and why people value them so much. We also uncover whether or not you'd take back a partner after they've cheated, as well as whether or not being pretty is a privilege. This weeks notable black business is a medical dispensary in Prince Georges County, Maryland, Mary and Main. Visit their website at www.maryandmain.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Raina and Kris talk about women taking ownership of their own sexual agency. We discuss Saweetie and her idea of a threesome with 2 guys and one woman, why guys always ask "who's is it?", and the fragility of the male ego. This weeks black business spotlight belongs to The Queen Sugar Studios located in Charlotte, NC. Check out their website at queensugarstudio.com.

Raina and Kris tackle work wives/husbands, falling in love when there is no initial physical attraction. We also dive into the Megan and Harry interview with Oprah Winfrey, and that Raina wore a pair of bad shoes to the club. This week's black businesses are lilliestravel.inteletravel.com and the Turkey Leg Hut @Turkeyleghut, 4830 Almeda Road, Suite A/B, Houston, TX 77004.

In this episode life is coming at us fast! From wrist splints to dog barks, Raina and Kris push forward to give you Episode 103...and it was definitely complicated. We tackle getting relationship advice from the opposite sex, being brave enough to say it's over when it's over, sex as a deal breaker and of course we catch up on Married at First Sight. Murphy's Law tried to keep us and episode 103 down, but we made it!!!

Two friends with a complicated past catch up on the latest episode of MAFS, the definition of love, and of course old school porn stars...Because, why not!!! We also get a little serious and discuss the fate of the African-American woman. The black business of the week is Memorial Skincare located in Houston, Texas. Follow Memorial Skincare on IG @memorialskincare, and on their website www.savyskincare.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our inaugural episode, and of course it is not without it's hicccups.  We have fun exploring Kim K and Kanye's divorce, Ted Cruz and his Mexico vacay, and pleasing your mate in your marriages.  We'll also have a seat in Kris's Korner as he explores the things that he want's to talk about.  Help us all!!! Our black business of the week is a book by Tomeka Hammond, Beware of the Finesse. Please visit www.fancyprods.com to order a copy today.  For a limited time she is offering free shipping. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app