NoShade Podcast

Hey shade lovers, As you may know this is the final episode of the NoShade Podcast. We asked listeners to send in questions and messages to discuss on the pod and we talk about reasons for ending the pod, our relationship status, the most awkward guest we have had on the show and many more. Thank you all for the support and love over the past 5 years, we appreciate it. . Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! This week's gists includes social media justice courts following exposés, UK's current cost of living rant and us really deeping pregnancy and God's awesomeness with it all. As it's our last episode next week, we welcome you to send us questions to answer on the finale. We will put up an anonymous message link on our insta page @NoShadePod but you're welcome to drop us a DM too. Thanks for the support huns x Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! This week we're just back to gisting about random things you wouldn't even think crosses our minds lol. We talked about chicken tasting like chicken, other meats, healthy living but wanting something sweet, Harry's book and William's hating ass, and Lori Harvey disturbing the internet. Enjoy the episode and let us know what you think using the hashtag #NoShadePod. Have a great week x Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy new year shade lovers x The first episode of the year and it's just filled with a lot of tea! We talked about so much on this one, all interesting stuff of course and the most important tea of all, the future of No Shade Podcast. Enjoy :) Share your thoughts with us in our DMs @NoShadePod and/or using the hashtag #NoShadePod on twitter x Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Firstly, hope you all had a lovely Christmas! On this weeks episode, we are joined by the talented and beautiful Remi. We talked about overhyped restaurants, making a good meal for your partner, fashion trends we love and hate, things to leave behind in 2022...all purpose seasoning, UK black girl aesthetics and the Meg and Tory Trial...ps this episode was recorded before the verdict. Guest: @foodbyremi on TikTok & Instagram Please share and repost when listening. Also leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x This week, we talked about the tragic incident that happened at o2 academy Brixton, and how we can better look out for one another in society. Akua lets us know how her first trip to winter wonderland was, and we talked about the gworls claiming soft life but is it really soft life if it's male centred? lol. All this & more. Let us know your thoughts on the conversations by tagging us & using the hashtag #NoShadePod Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, We are back with another episode! As the year comes to an end, we reflect on the how things have gone, our growth, journalling, manifestation versus putting in the work, Chris Brown upcoming UK tour, Lori Harvey dating reportedly dating Damson Idris and why she needs to write a book, lack of fine men in London and many more in between. Please share and repost when listening. Also leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Happy new week! This week we talked about friendships, particularly the right approach to handling your friendships when you're going through difficult life moments. We also talked about ghosting in friendship, is it a cause for concern or a deep enough reason to end the friendship. All this & more... Let us know your thoughts. Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, We are back with another episode and this week we talked about the black Friday sales, office politics and being friendly to get a promotion, cooking for your man, our thoughts on the Wizkid and Stormzy album & many more topics. Please share and repost when listening. Also leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x This week we're talking about all sorts tbh, from the Hakkasan duck salad to online sympathy beggars to how we'll teach our kids about sex to the world cup. Honestly, it's a marathon not a sprint with this episode but it's worth the journey so entertain us for however long this episode is lol. Enjoy x Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @ MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! This week we're gisting about all sorts. Is it black timing or just poor manners and where did this idea of lateness even come from. We also talk about hype versus the reality, in reference to the McCrispy burger and some other situations lol. We also talked about women who move on with ease when it doesn't work out with their partners lol big up those women. All this, Porsha from RHOA engagement shoot & more... Also, we had a technical issue so the episode is short this week lol. Enjoy x Love, No Shade Duo x @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x This week we're talking about Akua's birthday reflections, the hair industry running out of the aunty hairdressers, life keeping you humble by giving you some low moments in the period of big blessings, Esther's new business venture (@Bebrowproud on insta). We also had to talk about Mr Aubrey wyling, and the sad passing of Davido's son & Takeoff. All these conversations & more. As a little hint, we set a task within the episode too x Enjoy & have a great week guys! Be grateful for every breath you take x Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, We are back with another episode! Akua shares being a new driver, the anxiety that comes with being on the road and why nobody talks about their experience. We talk about evolving as individuals and the pressures that comes with turning a new age and being an adult such as having kids. Esther talks about dealing with the reasons why she didn't want to have kids before. Also, we discussed Stormy new single "Seek and Hide", which is supposedly about his previous relationship. How would you feel if an ex wrote a song about you? Please share and repost when listening. Also leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! We're joined by the good vibes DJ, Manny Bells. We talked about imposter syndrome and feeling like you haven't done enough in life that can count for something. Honestly, imposter syndrome be gone! We also talked about Manny's self-taught DJ career, the Uprise show and his recent feeling of wanting to quit DJ'ing. Being with an afrobeats enthusiast and you know we love us some afrobeats, we also talked about Asake's upcoming tour & the tussle to get tickets, our expectations & thoughts on the organisation and also Burna's 2023 concert in Wembley. Do we think he'll sell out? Listen to this & more on this episode. Please share and repost when listening. Also leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Love, No Shade Duo x Guest: @Mannybells_ @theupriseshow_ Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x This week we're joined by the lovely Jenny Okolo, an occupational therapist, and a host on She's in a pod podcast. We talked about Jenny's journey in her profession, and a lot about mental health, including the stigmas, misconceptions, social media diagnosis and how factual they are & more. Of course we also talked about Jenny's amazing Tedx talk and what the experience was like. There's so much to learn from this conversation & we hope you do, and enjoy it. Guest: @JenOkolo @Shesinapod Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty Love, No Shade Duo x @NoShadePod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shadelovers, We are back with another exciting episode! This week, we are joined by the beautiful Yemi (host of the YT Podcast) and we chatted about balancing being a mother, creative and wife. The rise of divorce rates, being married to your bestfriend, how Yemi knew her husband was the one and why social media is the downfall of many relationships and more topics in between. You can follow our guest @yemisco on Instagram and listen to her podcast "The YT Pod" on all streaming platforms. Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x We're back with special guests this week, the lovely Clo & Tinuke who run the amazing organisation Five x More (pronounces five times more) that is committed to highlighting and changing black women's maternal health outcomes in the UK. The ladies shared the inspiration and significance behind Five x More, their personal maternal stories, their published "Black maternity experience report" and speaking in the House of Commons. We were left feeling inspired and learnt a lot and know you will too. Support the organisation by checking out their website www.fivexmore.com and their instagram page @fivexmore_ Thanks for tuning in, and you can connect with us on our socials @NoShadePod on instagram & twitter and using the hashtag #NoShadePod Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! On this episode we talked about the first No Shade brunch and how lit it was, also slow recovery periods after enjoyment lol. We also talked about some men's weird obsession with humbling women and the rating scale, and rounded up talking about Ray J's truth telling about the sex tape; interesting turn of events. Let us know your thoughts on the conversations, tag us @NoShadePod on your socials and use the hashtag #NoShadePod Have a great week. Love, No Shade duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x We're back, we missed you! We hit another Akua milestone, episode 170! This week we talk about the No Shade brunch happening next Saturday (10th September); if you missed the announcement and want to come, have a listen for what to do. We also talked about the weird behaviour on the bird app, fake online friends that join in when you're being cooked lol. We talked about the lack of awareness surrounding men's mental health, bitter women who take their dislike for men way too far & more... Have a lovely & positive week guys! Connect with us on our socials @NoShadePod and you can email us NoShadePod@gmail.com Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Happy new week :) This week we're gisting about all sorts, the difference between the millenials and gen z lifestyle... the gen zers are really enjoying. We also talked about black people not standing together on cancellations lol (we're included in the stats), and also meeting your in-laws. What our dream meet looks like & more.... Interact with us on our socials @NoShadePod and let us know your thoughts on the episode. Love, NoShade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Happy new week! This week our gists include a few life hacks to some unavoidable dilemmas, including when your coworkers are really trying to beg friends & add you on socials. We also discussed the agbaya that is Irv Gotti and then things that (some) men do that is weird. Lol the way some men will buy you a drink at the clerb and want to be your handbag for the rest of the night, sir please. All this & more... Let us know how you enjoy and relate to the discussions. Have a great week & check us out @NoShadePod on socials x Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Welcome back to another episode! This week we talked about Esther turning a new age, the Love Island 20222 Finale and our thoughts on the season. We also talked about the Jackie Aina drama regarding her recent candle line and whether Africans in the diaspora are judged harshly by the community back home. We also answered questions sent in by listeners. If you have questions and dilemmas for us, DM us or email yourteaourshade@gmail.com Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week & month! This week we talk about how we've fallen off in some areas of our life and wanting to get back on track. We talked about swiping up our bible notifications like it's a tik tok, not going to the gym and more... We've set ourselves a challenge to get back on track starting today (yay). We also talked about the price of inflation and how nandos got got, ordering takeaways, love island and more. Enjoy & have a great week x Interact with us on socials @NoShadePod & with the hashtag #NoShadePod Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Welcome back to another episode! This week, we had a wellness check with eachother and Esther shared the feeling of not wanting to celebrate your birthday. This led us to talking about the importance of expressing our feelings and not holding things in. We also talked about why speaking to a professional can be beneficial. Another topic was a recap on Love Island this week and why our generation need to free ourselves from situationships. Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x New week, new episode! We're gisting about the super heatwave that's hit the UK streets, cheeky service providers who are running off bad vibes and no passion, declining bridesmaids invitations (is it that deep?), #LoveIsland catch-up & more... Hope you enjoy the conversations, let us know your thoughts by tagging us on socials or dropping us a message @NoShadePod on twitter & insta x Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Welcome back to another episode! This week, we are joined by the famous man, Brent. If you are a regular podcast listener then you'll know who he is. We talked about the Movie “Swan Song” which features Mahershala Ali on Apple TV (a must watch). Brent tells Akua to heal and gives her a mini therapy session on relationships but also shading Esther in between. What does it mean when girls say “I'm just living my best life” and many more topics in between. Guest: @writtenbyhim on Instagram and @producedbyhim on Twitter Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! The Podcast turned 5 and we're so grateful to you all for making this journey enjoyable for us! This week we had a good gist fest, petty baby daddies, we cracked the code on how/when men treat women well, love island antics and more... Let us know your thoughts on the conversations this week by connecting with us on socials @NoShadePod or the hashtag #NoShadePod If you have any questions, dilemmas etc, DM us or email yourteaourshade@gmail.com Enjoy the episode. Love, No Shade Duo x - @Akua Aubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Welcome back to another episode and this week we are joined by British rapper Nadia Rose! We talked about her musical journey, why she has been on a hiatus, writing her own lyrics, the American music scene versus the UK, being followed by Rihanna and Drake, whether you can date your friend's ex, and celebrating 2 years with her girlfriend & much more. It was a fun conversation and you'll find out why she is our favourite guest so far :) Nadia has a new single coming out called "Lyrical Assassin" today! Stream the song and follow her on socials @nadiarosemusic to keep up because she's backkkk! P.S Episode is also available on Youtube! Link below Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Your girls have hit another milestone, we're on episode 160! Akua said it's a milestone episode so guess what? it is lol. This week Esther convinces Akua to throw a party for her 30th and the guest list will guest list. Akua tells us a very interesting story time, and we concluded, staying friends with your male friend when he secures a girlfriend is a health hazard. We also gisted up about love island, and the LIEERRR antics, the Kardashians wyling, experiencing FOMO (or not) and some coded tea that you may catch on to lol. Listen for context. Thanks for the support always huns, we appreciate you. Connect with us on socials, via DM @NoShadePod and email yourteaourshade@gmail.com Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! We are backkkkk! You are probably wondering where we want, what happened to the podcast and all is revealed in this episode! This week, we had a catch up on life and where we have been, answered questions sent in by our listeners which included getting over ex's, Love Island and many more. We also talked about the ability to reinvent yourself no matter what career you are in and Caresha's new Podcast which featured her rumored bae Diddy. Akua expresses that she is ready to be sugar baby without giving sugar whilst Esther want's to marry rich. P.s. one more episode till 160!!!!! :) Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! This week we really got deep in our gist bags, and talked up the tea. We spoke about the difficulty of clothes shopping for women, and being different sizes depending on the shop; what a sad story. We also talked about listening to music from "cancelled" artists, sometimes one can't help it right? Sometimes we're out here fighting battles celebrities aren't even fighting themselves lol. We also had some hypoghettical scenarios like what would we do if we were invisible for 24 hours, the difference in our answers is interesting. All this & more. Enjoy huns & let us know how you find the episode, tag us on socials @NoShadePod and. use the hashtag #NoShadePod Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Welcome back to another episode. This week we talked about bad service at restaurants, soft or hard plantain , we played a game of "how well do we know eachother", after being friends for 8 years you would expect us to know a lot about each other looool. Also, talked about the new law regarding calling bald men “bald”, Young thug and Gunna pushing time and many more topics in between. Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! We're so excited to be back in the studio and catching up on the living we've been doing in the past few weeks, We talked about Akua's first solo trip experience and Esther's trip to Nigeria after 10 years. We talked about the importance of picking the right friends to celebrate milestone moments in your life with, for example, bridesmaids, godparents etc. We also couldn't avoid talking about the internet's reaction to the death of Kevin Samuels (some people are weird lol). We gisted about these & more. If you have any dilemmas, DM us @NoShadePod on instagram & twitter or email us Yourteaourshade@gmail.com (we will be recording a dilemma episode soon). Esther's new show mentioned - @TheDayAfterTNB Have a great week huns x Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Welcome back to another episode! Getting closer to the big 200! On this weeks episode, we had a general chit chat about life and gisting as per usual. we talk about our excitement for summer, unseasoned meat, wanting hobby's outside of our 9-5's, non-blacks saying the "n" word, getting cancelled online over tweets, and many more topics in between. Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Welcome to another episode! This week, we are joined by returning guest Yusuff from Meet Us After 7 Podcast and we talked about Ramadan and the do's and don'ts, the Marc Cuban situation, having "controversial" podcast guests, is podding really a safe space?, whether you should publicly defend your friend online, Will Smith 10 year Oscar ban and many more topics. Guest: @bigmanyus @meetusafter7 Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, This week we are joined by Dr. Oge, a medical professional to talk about life post pandemic, the effects of COVID-19 not just on society but also on the medical industry. We also talked about the realities healthcare workers faced as the virus spread, the covid vaccine and it's importance in tackling the virus and more.. For information on COVID-19 including booking vaccines, please visit the NHS-UK website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ Let us know your thoughts on the episode and connect with us on our socials, @NoShadePod on Instagram & Twitter and the hashtag #NoShadePod Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Stay safe huns x No Shade Duo x SPONSOR MESSAGE: This episode of NoShade is brought to you in partnership with the Mayor of London. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Welcome back to another episode! This week, we talk about the weird things women do when chilling, Esther shares wanting to get a breast reduction and Akua was nearly influenced to get fillers. We also talked about Instagram hairstylists getting exposed on social media, why people don't get flogged enough in the UK, Twitter spaces, tech babes and more more topics. Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! We're here to give you the right vibes to kick off a great week and we have the enjoyment minister, Oluwaseyi Classic joining us on this episode. Of course we talked about slap gate, the Will Smith & Chis Rock incident at the Oscars. We also talked about the importance of learning your mother tongue and how the responsibility of this falls on you ... & more conversations. Enjoy x Guest: @Oluwaseyiclassic on instagram. Tik tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oluwaseyiclassic Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Use the hashtag #NoShadePod when listening and tag us @NoShadePod Love, No Shade duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, We've reached another milestone! It's our 150th episode and this week we are joined by one of our listeners Abi! We talked about our fear of animals, which ones we would get as pets, the Netflix show "Young, Famous and African",the dramas and the allegations following the show. Also to celebrate, we answered questions send in by our lovely listeners. Guest: @absmx_ Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week huns! On this episode, we talked about the sad passing of Traci Braxton, how the Braxton family made history with their show Braxton family values, fans entitlement to private matters in celebs lives, the Kardashians fake rebrand lol. We also talked about the agenda the modest babes on tik tok are running, boyy are they working overtime on that one lol. We talked about celeb fashion too & more... As always, we encourage everyone to live and do what's comfortable for them without judgement or fear of being judged. Do what makes you happy every single day! Let us know your thoughts on the discussions, DM, tag us and/or use the hashtag #NoShadePod to share your thoughts. Love, No Shade Duo x Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Back with another episode and this week Esther reviewed the Davido concert and we chatted about the criticisms African artists face and being compared to their peers. It's not everyday Wizkid verus Davido (we are tired pls lol). We talked about the obsession with luxury and aesthetics and people breaking the bank to live "that" life. Remember its important to live within your means (No shade). Our 150th episode is coming up and we make an announcement at the end of the episode so don't miss it :) Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x This week we're joined by two of the founders from VAMP UK, Christina & Ruby. We spoke about VAMP turning 5! their journey and what it's like running a business with your friends. We also spoke about the industry, working with brands, and how the ladies would deal with their client being criticised publicly & more... Guests: @VampUK @Christinaok @Rubyjadex Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ @MyOwnRoyalty_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Welcome back to another episode! This week, we talked about Love Is Blind S2 on Netflix (don't worry, there are no finale spoilers) and the dramas with each couple, Love and Hip Hop Family reunion and how most people on tv reality shows are in it for the fame and money. Do you agree? Also, we chatted about the saying " do not deny your husband" and why it can be a problematic saying. Let us know your thoughts. Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x Happy new week! This week we had some girl chat about the second wave of puberty hitting harder than sis Eunice! We talk about body changes, especially skin. We shared some skincare tips (good for women AND men, lads don't be neglecting your skin thanks). We also reflected on keeping up with our new year commitments, people that point out your flaws & more... Let us know if you can relate to any of the conversations this week, use the hashtag #NoShadePod and tag/DM us @NoShadePod Have a great week huns! Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Welcome to another episode! This week we are joined by the lovely Hulds and we talked about Valentines day, our dream proposals, the infamous Tinder Swindler and why our gender keep letting us down :( We also chatted about women crying on the internet, finding shame and celebrity x-rated leaked videos. It's been a madness online this week but hope you all have a beautiful valentines day :) Guest: @hulds Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, This week we're joined by the cool lads from Pull The Plug Podcast! We had to get their thoughts on the call for male podcasters to be cancelled lol. We also talked about relationship dynamics, how women think vs. men. What is the key reason behind the bad vibes dating scene in the UK & more... Let us know how you find the episode using our hashtag #NoShadePod and tag us @NoShadePod Guests: @PullThePlugPodcast Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Welcome to another episode! This week we talked about "Insta-therapy" and people taking advice from social media. Buzzwords we need to leave behind in 2021 ,the Mike Todd video that recently went viral and the rise of "Instagram" pastors. Sometimes, you have to call out things when you see it! Plus our sis Megan Good got divorced and we talked about the pressures of marriage and church culture. We also answered a dilemma sent in by one of our listeners. If you have a dilemma that you would like us to answer or help with, please email us noshadepod@gmail.com Hope you guys enjoy the episode and have a lovely week! Don't forget to share and repost when listening. Please leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers, Back with our first guest of the year, and who better than the "Nation's energy provider" on BBC 1xtra, Remi Burgz! We had so much fun gisting about jury service, whether *some* male podcasters need to be de-mic'd lol, calling out your friend publicly amidst a cancellation storm & more. We also talked about Remi's radio career and the road to presenting on BBC 1xtra, artist management, TV and hosting Afronation 2022. We had so much fun on this episode, Remi also told us her jollof rice preference, let's just say it left Akua happy & Esther shocked lol You can tune in to Remi's show on BBC 1xtra on weekdays at 1-4pm. Guest: @RemiBurgz Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty_ Let us know your thoughts on the episode by tagging us on socials @NoShadePod & using the #NoShadePod hashtag Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers! Welcome to our first episode of the year! We were soo excited to record this episode and gist with you guys. This week, we briefly talked about the Insecure finale, why we need to leave Twitter threads behind in 2021, dating outside of our race, our goals and themes for 2022, Akua's Detty December in Ghana and chilling with the big boys. If you enjoyed the episode, leave us a review, rate us on Spotify & Apple Podcasts and join the conversation online using #noshadepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoShadePod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noshadepod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvGKWtMHSrTjq-_RUy2x1A Thank you for your constant love and support. Love, No Shade duo xx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey insecure lovers, We have finally but sadly reached the end of the road with #InsecureHBO and to gist about it ALL, I'm joined by Vic Sanusi from Black Gals Livin Podcast. We talked about how iconic Insecure is, what it means for us as black women, how we relate & are encouraged by the stories and the character development across the cast. There was so much to reflect on from season 1 to the finale. Let us know what you think on our socials @NoShadePod; did the finale meet your expectations? Guest: @VicSanusi @BlackGalsLivin Love. No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey shade lovers x The gworls are back, it's an avengers reunion darlinggg. As you can expect, this episode was all the litness you want. We talked about so much... adulting: our aunty status, parenting our parents, buying properties in the UK, food shopping, living with partners. We also talked about Selling Sunset on netflix, celebs that talk too much lol in Jussie Smollet, Will Smith & Jade and Aunty Gab on her cheating husband tour. Also, building your brand and support. We ended with our 2021 favs, all this & more, enjoy huns x Guests: @VicSanusi from Black Gals Livin Podcast; @ImanLeila and @itsLeahMai Hosts: @AkuaAubrey_ & @MyOwnRoyalty Love, No Shade Duo x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices