Rosé + Thorns

Season III of Rosé + Thorns is HERE and we're coming out the gate swinging! It was such a treat having clinical psychologist (and all-around wonderful human), Dr. Vince, bless the show with his wisdom. In this teaser, listeners will get a glimpse into the field of mental health, as well as a taste of reactions to this season's theme, “Men Are Sick.” Enjoy.

Baby, the title is the description. Are you ready for season three?

Chapter two has come to an end! On the season finale of Rosé + Thorns, P. Ryan sits with s3x + relationship therapist, Shadeen Francis. The two explore facets of pleasure, challenge the notion of earning enjoyment, and explore the utility of emotions. Are you ready to tap into your feelings? xx  Did you enjoy this episode? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell your loved ones about the show. You can connect with Shadeen on Instagram.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Bondage and electro-play and vampires, oh my! Season two of Rosé + Thorns is winding down, but not without P. Ryan picking the amazing mind of Shanae Adams (also known as Syre). On this episode, Nae gives listeners foundational education on kink-related terms, shibari practice, and tantric exploration. Nae and P. Ryan then explore how one may safely navigate kink spaces and desires.  Did you enjoy this episode? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell your loved ones about the show. You can connect with Nae on Instagram.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Thanksgiving may have passed, but I'm thankful for guests, like Chris Stahling, who are brave enough to share their thoughts and experiences related to masculinity, queerness, desirability, and dating. We took a deep dive into his work around collecting, preserving, and disseminating Black queer narratives. We then explored his personal experiences with feeling and being desired. Did you enjoy this episode? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell your loved ones about the show.You can connect with Chris on Instagram.You can check out Chris' In The Life Project via Everybody Needs a Witness.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

It may be spooky season, but ain't no vampires on this episode of Rosé + Thorns. All treats and no tricks, P. Ryan talks to Jazzmin Boyd about her experiences and expertise as a doula,  her knowledge of PrEP and HIV prevention, and her pleasure navigations as a fat Black woman.  Did you enjoy this episode? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell your loved ones about the show.You can connect with Jazzmin on Instagram.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

How can we have a season about sex and pleasure without mentioning drug use, harm reduction, and advocacy?  This episode of the Rosé + Thorns podcast takes listeners to 2021 when P. Ryan sat with sex educator Janielle Bryan and explored her sexuality and public health work. The two then allowed space for the unpacking of their own sexual experiences. Enjoy! Like what you heard? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell your loved ones about the show.You can connect with Janielle on Instagram.You can connect with Janielle's Sex redefined on Instagram.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Are you living life to the fullest, or are you bound by self-constructed rules? On this episode of the Rosé + Thorns podcast, P. Ryan sits with Afrosexology co-founder Rafaella Fiallo and chats about the relationship between discipline and freedom. The two then unpack trauma treatment and explore the ways clinicians can improve exposure therapy. Finally, P. Ryan and Rafaella dive into pleasure and uncover the consequences of being more pleasure aware. Enjoy! Like what you heard? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell your loved ones about the show.You can connect with Rafaella on Instagram and via her Healing Exchange website.You can connect with Afrosexology on Instagram and Twitter.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Are you engaged in orgasmic living? On this episode of the Rosé + Thorns podcast, P. Ryan sits with Afrosexology co-founder Dalychia and explores various themes related to their life to date. The two then explore the facts of orgasmic living and openly surrendering to life. Enjoy! Like what you heard? Don't forget to like, subscribe, and tell your loved ones about the show.You can connect with Dalychia on Instagram.You can connect with Afrosexology on Instagram and Twitter.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Hey, lovebugs! Have you ever wondered about Rosé + Thorns' host? Like, who is this guy, and what's his deal? Well, this is the episode for you! Hope y'all enjoy.

I don't know about you, but I've been excited to celebrate the recent accomplishments of SO MANY Black women. It seems, however, that many of these accomplishments have been sharing space with another interesting focus. You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

We're BACK! Season II coming April 2022.

We did it, y'all! We made it to the end of Rosé + Thorns, season one! This season has meant so much to me and THIS EPISODE left me feeling FULL! Lynique Webster (vocalist extraordinaire) has blessed my life beyond words and I'm SO GLAD she thought it not robbery to be our season finale guest. I have no words. Just get into her wisdom regarding gift, growth, and grief .

One thing about me—I LIVE for a “full circle” moment. On this episode of Rosé + Thorns, I spoke (and LAUGHED) with the talented SMITH. I've been following his work for quite some time and I'm grateful for the chance to kick back, ki ki, and dive into his music, his life, and his journey! 

I've often wondered what it'd be like to interview a jazz great. I guess God looked out by ordaining this sit down with V. Shayne Frederick. I'm still in awe of the way he openly explored his relationships with music, self, others, and much more. Get ready for a treat! 

 On this episode of Rosé + thorns, Nikki C. shows us how full life can be when we're open and authentic. We explored the ins and outs of her life as a politico and entrepreneur. I'm so grateful for her vulnerability. Grab some charcuterie and get into this episode! 

Happy Valentine's weekend, lovebugs! I'm so glad I got the chance to chat with Chrissy M.,  a rising entrepreneur who puts  charisma in every one of her charismatic cocktails. We talked about her business journey, her commitment to community, her determination during Covid, and much more. Grab a glass and get into this episode! 

 LOVEBIUGS!!! Rosé + Thorns was on winter holiday, but we're back to give you the rest of season one!!  If you know me, you KNOW I love to receive nuggets of wisdom from the older generations. I'm immensely grateful for the chance to talk entertainment, vulnerability, and relationship with my Uncle.  Get ready for a good time!

Bottle girling. College readiness. Black womanhood in America. Living a pleasure filled life. All these topics were covered on this episode of #rosentpod. I'm so thankful to Philadelphia's community servant, Rhonda, for being so vulnerable and freely giving of her perspectives.

I love having soul stirring conversations, but sometimes I just have to let my bird flag fly. I'm so happy to have my good sis, Britney Janssen, on #rosentpod. We talked about everything under the sun—from her experiences as a pageant girl to her experiences with men. Get ready to CACKLE.

Many center their religious experiences around trauma, pain, and heartache, but something magical happens when we explore the process of healing church hurt. I'm so glad I could chat about church (& much more) with authoress Kelli Raí, who has been instrumental in keeping the fire of my faith kindled.

As we're navigating this season of thanks, I'll say that I'm thankful for guests like Taylor Jay who aren't afraid to come on #rosentpod and be completely vulnerable. I soooo enjoyed chatting about faith, hard work, hard times, and self-care. Get into this conversation with my favorite news anchorESS!

When you refuse to live a lie, you open yourself up to limitless possibilities. I'm so glad I got the chance to sit with Washington, D.C.'s talented visual artist, Trap Bob. She dropped pure gems as she provided her takes on art, representation, the current social climate, woman empowerment, and so much more. This episode has a little bit of something for everyone.

It can be hard to find your footing when you work in an industry that's constantly changing. On this week's #rosentpod, artist and entertainer Chelsea P. Freeman shares her perspective on everything from navigating the entertainment sphere as a Black woman, to understanding passion and purpose, to discerning frogs from princes.   

There's something about living in your purpose that affirms your potential and provides you a nuanced perspective of the world. I'm so grateful to my sister-friend (and Married to Medicine cast mate), Dr. Camille, for blessing the podcast with her wisdom and beautiful spirit. Get ready for an amazing episode.  

I'm about sick of guests like Dr. Rasheda Likely, who come to #rosentpod and give me my ENTIRE LIFE!! Lovebugs, WHO KNEW talks of  religion, science and academia, Blackness, racial identity, and so much more could occur in a little over an hour. Grab your crystals and cognac. It's going DOWN! 

Breaking generational curses. Building your brand. Stepping away from chaos.I'm so glad I got the chance to catch my girl Sabby before she jumped across the pond. Her perspective will change your life (and the way you approach social media). 

Who says healing can't happen after a few glasses of rosé?! I am so glad to be in community with individuals who are dedicated to changing the face and function of psychology. Talking therapy, parenting, and so much more with Dr. Ghynecee Temple was an absolute treat. 

I'm glad that Rosé + Thorns can be a place where accountability, healing, and growth can occur. On this week's episode, I sip with one of my classmates as we unpack race in academia, dating with degrees, and much more. 

Y'all, we made it to our last Brosé Bonding conversation of season one!! I'm so grateful for the opportunity to share this sacred space with my cousin. He has LIVED! Tune in as we talk about his journey, alignment, cannabis, and much more.

Vulnerability. Connectedness. Uncomfortable moments of truth. All of these appear on this episode of Rosé + Thorns. I'm so grateful to my Brosé, Steve Jackson, who thought it not robbery to stop by and share his experience of creating a business, being a mentor, and navigating various aspects of the current social climate.Get into it.

Okay, let's be real with ourselves. What are our relationships like? Do we find ourselves pouring into others more than they pour into us? Do we allow our self-judgments to influence our negative projections on others? It was such a pleasure to have my Brother, Bryce Lennon, come on Rosé + Thorns and chat about his life, his journey to betterment, his brand, and his boundaries.You're gonna love this chat.

COVID-19 can stop many things, but it CANNOT stop us from aligning with purpose. On this week's Rosé + Thorns, I sit with Robert Carter, who gets transparent about his identity as an artist, the concepts and experiences that have inspired his work, and his relationship with negative self-talk. Enjoy, lovebugs!!

I've listened to this episode over and over and I'm just SO grateful for the amazing men in my life!! Rosé + Thorns' “Brosé Bonding” continues as I sit with my Line Brother, Albert Bristol, and discuss our relationship, masculinity, and the tests and trials fo managing Covid as a mental health professional. Enjoy!!

One thing's for certain and two things' for sure—you never know how your navigating through life will impact others and set them on their way to greatness. I'm so happy for the chance to sit with my little brother, Mallewi, on this week's episode. He has courageously overcome various obstacles and has committed himself to fully pursuing life and tapping into limitless power. Enjoy the first installment of Rosé + Thorns' “Brosé Bonding” series.

Expectation. Redirection. God's protection. I'm so grateful for the chance to engage Philadelphia's Media Maven, Tiffany Bacon, in a spirit-filled conversation. This one is gonna take y'all higher. Enjoy.

My intention for this podcast is to create a space for both healing and hard conversations, and I'm so grateful to see this intention manifest with every episode. This week, I invite my friend, Gabrielle Souza, to #rosentpod to share her experience as a Black trans woman who has had to navigate through privilege, transphobia, and domestic violence. Instead of enjoying this conversation, I encourage you engage your community in conversations about privilege, power, oppression, and survival.

One thing I love about my friends is how layered they can be. On this week's #rosentpod, I sit with my good homegirl, Lady S, and chat about everything, from managing the Corona Virus to being a Sugar Baby. Get into this ki ki!Enjoy.

What's better than manifesting your dreams on your own? Manifesting your dreams with your tribe! It's such an immense blessing to be able to grow and thrive personally and professionally, while watching and encouraging your friends as they do the same. On this episode of #rosentpod, I sit down with my love and fellow Church Mother, Erica Joy Philpot, as we unpack our experiences in entertainment, friendship, and relationship with self. Enjoy.

What do you get when you bring two nonbinary people together and sprinkle in conversations about representation, risk taking, overcoming internal and external obstacles, and the TRADE?! A good ass time. On this week of #rosentpod, I had the honor and privilege of sitting with Dev, a longtime friend and TOTAL experience. Their transparency and reflection filled my soul and I'm sure it'll do the same for you. Hope y'all Enjoy.

Fun Fact: Did you know that the first episode of Rosé + Thorns was taped on my 29th birthday? When I thought of creating this podcast, I knew I wanted to promote community building and storytelling on all levels. So, I asked my mama to be my first guest and had her share all her business. We talked about the test, trials, and triumphs of being an essential worker, life's transitions, the importance of gratitude and thanksgiving, and so much more. Hope y'all enjoy.

Do you remember your early 20s? Some of us may have had families to feed and homes to maintain. Some of us might have been down to the college, trying to balance wild nights and early mornings. And some of us may have been completely lost. Whatever our journey, we can all agree that we were just trying to FIGURE THINGS OUT! I'm so honored to have my younger sister as my Rosé + Thorns Teaser episode guest. We laughed, ki'd, sipped, and discussed timing, happiness, dating and more. Here's a few snippets from our bonding moment. Enjoy!  To connect with Rosé + Thorns, follow the show on Instagram and Twitter.To connect with P. Ryan, follow him on Instagram and Twitter.

Who is P. Ryan?What is Rosé + Thorns?Take a listen and find out.