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SURPRISE! Originally this would’ve been on an ATL All Stars album & tour but things didn’t go as planned. Shout out to my bro D’Maestro for all of his help! Enjoy, listeners as this is exclusively on the MOTIVATL Podcast! Thank you all for tuning in. *I do not own the rights to this music*

WE'RE BACK...with ASSETS! New cars. New cribs. It's a celebration! Despite everything happening around us, we take advantage of the opportunities to move forward and level up. On this episode we share our experience going through the home buying process. Fighting through a broken system and maintaining our faith in God. TUNE IN!

“CORONA VIRUS!!! ITS GETTING REAL!” On this weeks episode Mo& Trav give their thoughts on the Corona virus pandemic while also diving into a good relationship topic as usual. Should your emotional chemistry out weigh those important numbers like credit and salary? Should your partners family habits and interactions impact your relationship? How young is too young to date for Mo & Trav? Tune in now and listen to our views on these situations...and please folks WASH YO HANDS & YO ASS!

Wassup Guys? This week’s topics get a little juicy as we talk to our special guest Matilda “Tilly” (@yeslikethemovie) about everything to do with millennial relationships. Is monogamy a thing of the past? Is your parter being a “flirt” a problem? We also dive into our thoughts about the Netflix series “Love is Blind” and Tilly brings a huge PLOT TWIST to the dynamic of the conversation! This episode is a MUST listen as our guest holds many accolades...she is the seduction therapist that prides herself in counseling and also teaching women to own their sexuality through dance! Check it out and enjoy.... -Mo & Trav

This week Mo & Trav dive into the love month from a single’s point of view. We quickly realize how easily it is to let others control your emotions especially around Valentine’s Day. We recap some of our most memorable V day moments as well as what we plan on doing this year. How do you know if you are in love? Can you teach someone how to love you? When to get your partner a gift? Mo also gets into why her and some of her friends are single. Also, while being inspired by the @thetraptherapist_ podcast, we take a deeper look into transparency and how emotions can be your strongest asset!

RIP Kobe & GiGi Bryant as well as all of the families involved in the tragic incident. This week we dive into our thoughts about the Grammys. Is the word Urban a politically correct term to categorize “Niggas”? Morgan needs Travs thoughts on a personal social media situation. What makes you follow or unfollow people on IG? Ladies in 2020 it’s time to step out and start shooting your shot in the DMs. Thanks for listening. -Trav&Mo

Happy MLK Day!! This episode kicks off with some workout motivation. What is your definition of a hoe? Is a hoe phase necessary? Mo shares her thoughts on toxic niggas having good D. Does being raised in a two parent home affect your views on healthy or toxic relationships? Things to do in ATL - Trav shares his experience from going to the Virgil Abloh "Figures of Speech" exhibit at the High Museum of Art. TUNE IN!!!

In this episode we discuss 3 things that we learned last decade. Adjusting to the adult life can be hard but rewarding, KEEP GRINDING! Are you now or have you ever been toxic? New restaurant alert....Krab Queenz ATL! TUNE IN and tell a friend to tell a friend!

This episode was short and sweet. What a year!! Decade recap. Spending the holidays with your significant other versus family. Any new year resolutions? New read, the Law of Attraction. Netflix series, YOU. Kim K blackface. Kanye West Sunday Service choir’s new album, JESUS IS BORN! New things on the horizon. Y’all stay tuned & TUNE IN.

In this episode we talk about the 5 love languages. How do you give and/or receive love? What do y’all think about T.I. going to the doctor with his daughter? We share our thoughts on Summer Walker’s social anxiety. Drake getting boo’d at Tyler The Creator’s festival and of course we had to talk about our IG questions. What are some small things your significant other can do to make you happy? Once you’re married should/does it matter if one of your friends kick it with one of your exes??? TUNE IN!!!

Movember!! Happy Birthday Morgan. Would you kill someone over a chicken sandwich? Is a white lie still considered a lie? What are some of your pet peeves? Interesting, free flow conversation today. Shout out to @danthacreator for sitting in and chopping it up with us. TUNE IN!

Of course we had to start with some motivation. Get focused, stay focused!! Kanye asked everyone participating in his album to abstain from premarital sex. Do you agree or disagree? What are your thoughts on public break ups? Summer Walker & LondonontheTrack breaks up. Would you teach your child how to run the streets? Be transparent about sex? THE JOKER movie came out a few weeks ago. Mental Illness and the importance of treating people how you’d like to be treated. TUNE IN!

NoCap’s manager Dunn ( @fatdunn ) stops by to chop it up with us. He shares some insight on his journey as a manager and how they continue to push through obstacles in the music industry. We discussed Summer Walker’s latest project, Kanye West and his recent rant. G Herbo and Ari and of course we had to get into our question of the day. Once a cheater, always a cheater? How likely are you to trust your partner once they’ve cheated? TUNE IN!

Danielle Gadson (@tdanbr), graduate of a Clemson University joins the conversation today. Welcome!! She talks about her (@PrepU_101) program assisting first generation African American & Latino students with things they don’t teach us in HS. Emotional/Mental development. Interview tips & knowing what you have to offer the world. We talk about some new restaurants & new music. DaBaby’s new album, SiR. Will women and men ever be able to fully understand each other? Doubt it. Lol. TUNE IN!!!

Trav’s tips going into the 4th quarter. Setting goals preparing for 2020. New music, Tekashi69. Someone asked us a question: Is there an expiration date with placing blame on your past or upbringing? Is it ok to go to therapy? Social media questions for the week. Is it disrespectful for your partner to be thirsty on IG? Your partner lacks self motivation but you see so much potential in them. What do you do? TUNE IN!!!! Shout out to @imtoononfiction for always showing love. Lunch on us!

Brian, ( @btuckcomedy ) joins us this week with some good laughs. He shares how he got into the industry as a comedian and how important it is to be yourself. IG questions for the week were, what’s the biggest financial decision you’ve made this year? Does upholding standards make a person stuck in their ways? TUNE IN!!! S/o to @tony_phresh and his brand "Phresh Dior" and make sure to cop some of his Alabama A&M Homecoming merch!

LET’S TALK! We were asked to discuss a a few topics. Is straight men finding transgender women attractive gay? How do you feel about transgender women being upset about black girls rock? Toxic men and women traits; Favorable partner traits for men and women. If one of your friends suggests you shouldn’t talk to someone you’re dating, should you listen? Trav turns 29!! Happy Birthday!

One of Trav’s longtime friends and high school ex joins us to answer one question, “Can Exes Be Friends.” Most of us end up being bitter for so long, it’s impossible to move on. We get into our IG questions for the week. What would you do if your significant other doesn’t believe in marriage? When is a good time to say “I Love You” to the person your dating? TUNE IN!!

Ray Walker ( @billyraywalker) joins us this episode. Originally from Dallas, he shares his struggle transitioning to Atlanta. He also talks about his album Triple XXX. Questions for the week were: Have you ever picked a fight for makeup sex? Is cuddling a light skin/dark skin thing when it comes to guys? A lot of other sidebar conversations that you’ll want to hear our insight on! TUNE IN!

Precious “ @gracetheface_ ” joins us for some open conversation about her entrepreneurial journey as a make up artist (MUA) & relationships. We talk about Jay Z’s collaboration with the NFL, Lori Harvey & Diddy. Do you believe that once a cheater, always a cheater? Is flirting cheating? Is there a difference between talking and dating? Interesting perspectives and good conversation! TUNE IN!

On this episode we go over some new music! Our top 5 rap/R&B artist. Mo is considering selling pics of her feet for money? What y’all think? We had to have a moment to send our condolences and prayers to everyone affected by the mass shootings that has been happening recently. Do you believe in Astrology/Energy? Religion or Science? And of course we had to run through our IG questions for the week. When do you cut off your team when dating? What an acceptable age gap when dating and does that matter? TUNE IN! S/o to @imtoononfiction for always engaging in the questions!

Ala (@alatheheartist ) - a super talented violinist, singer and songwriter. She talks about her journey growing up Muslim. Though she still practices their beliefs, she faces criticism from within the community for her “untraditional” approach. Safe to say we learned a lot today. Our question for the week went right into our discussion..are you down with a threesome? How do you ask your partner? Interesting stuff this episode, TUNE IN!!! S/o to @fastmoneybyrd for always engaging in our weekly questions.

Welcome to the show @niyamarie_ !! Owner of TwoShady (@twoshadyacc). An accessory line, soon to be a fashion household brand. She shares her journey as a fashion enthusiast after 10 years of retail experience, working her way up the retail industry ladder. Of course the journey isn’t always fun. We all share some mistakes we’ve made getting to where we are today and give some advice to others as we all continue on the path to success. New music! What’s going on in these social media streets and of course we had to hop into our IG questions for the week. Can you date someone with a body odor? Are you willing to be affectionate enough with your partner to rub their feet? TUNE IN!!!! S/o to @its_cobie for always engaging with the weekly questions!

Although the increase in minimum wage sounds good, how does that affect us? Listen and see what we think about it. We also discuss our thoughts on the Russian developer that created the FaceApp. We discuss Area 51, The Lion King and Mo shares some updates on the Apryl Jones situation. Is it possible to love two people at the same time? How important is your family’s opinion about your relationship? How much money have you given someone you’ve dating and was it worth it? TUNE IN and find out how you can win lunch ON US!!!! Shout out to @notshy_imchi for always engaging in our weekly questions. Join our conversation!!

Embracing our culture. This episode is a little more serious than some of the others. We share our thoughts and experiences about being black in Amerikkka. A festival in Detroit gave discounts tickets to people of color. Do you agree or disagree? Would you date outside of your race? ASAP Rocky, Apryl Jones and more. TUNE IN! Shout out to @wickedpleasurecandles for the candles& @love2love_tia for engaging and answering the weekly IG questions.

STACIA!!! (@staciaiam) Mo’s cousin joins our conversation this week. We share our thoughts on the recent presidential debate. Superstitions, Chris Brown, Blueface and their definition of a “Hot Girl Summer”. Do you know anyone with a small esophagus? After this episode you’ll know two! New music. New hangout spot. TUNE IN. Mentioned in the episode: Freddy photography: @philsincerelyphotos

Morehouse graduate, Class of 2019 and artist Terrell Ray (@_terrellray) talks about his response to billionaire Robert F. Smith paying their student debt, his music/artistry journey and more. BET AWARDS recap, new hangout spots and of course we had to get some feedback from social media. Our questions for this week were “Should your bf/gf, husband/wife have the password to your phone?” And “How soon is too soon to fart/poop around someone you’re dating.” TUNE IN!

Have you tried Slutty Vegan? Mo’s longtime friend Evan (@isetrends) joins our conversation and he suggested the sloppy toppy.

Favor Ain’t Fair: In this episode Trav sings for us a little. Ok, Trav!! Mo talks about the importance of friendship, Young Miami being pregnant, IGOR, Beyoncé & Drake, Daddyin’ (@sameole_d) and gives some tips from a new read in regards to budgeting. Trav vents about his corporate struggles. His thoughts on Kirk Franklin and Domani Harris’ new album. Alladin featuring Will Smith and the life lessons taught in the movie. Question: If you were offered the opportunity, would you buy a house or start your business? We discuss our vices and what’s the longest you’ve dated someone and it wasn’t actually a relationship. TUNE IN!!

Two amazingly talented guests joins our conversation in this episode. The viral sensation couple and graduates of Southern University, Maya( @mayaangelle ) & Brendon ( @_futurelegend ) also known as @BMFairytale. Featured on ESSENCE, BallerAlert & TheShadeRoom. They talk about their unique “Drumline” relationship and how they built their following on social media over the years. Maya & Mo talk about their rolls working in a male dominated field. Trav is back from DR and talks about his experience and life there versus here. We share our thoughts on “When They See Us.” And of course we had to shed some light on BLACK LOVE and the importance of communicating in relationships. Tune in!!!

Self taught, celebrity chef @majorflavoradrian joins in on our millennial conversation. He shares his experience as an entrepreneur and overall hustler while living and grinding it out in Atlanta. Starting from the bottom and working his way up to the top! Tune in.

Should men make decisions on what women do with their body? Are you really a ride or die for your partner? TUNE IN!

Hop up out my DMs - in this episode we talk about what’s going on in the city, some good spots to grab some food from and one thing we all experience as millennials, DATING! Tune in.

Welcome to MOtivATL! In this episode you guys can get to know more about us and how this all got started. Make sure you follow us on IG & Twitter and stay tuned!! @letsmotivatl @mo_towns @i_motiv8 Intro beat produced by :@itsjustel Logo made by : @enjbranding Video edits by: @_cierrab Photography/ videography: @danthacreator