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In relationships you’ll experience the roses and the real shit. There are beautiful wonderful times in relationships where you are in total bliss and sometimes you just can’t stand your partner. But no matter what you’ll always have their back. We’ll talk about creating the ups and conquering the downs of relationships, dating, and marriage with others. Love is real and something to be cherished but it’s not a walk in a park. We’ve learned a lot from other couples and our experiences with each other. This is a place to share what we’ve learned and a platform for others to share their stories and to give and receive advice.

Ashley and Ryan


    • Mar 10, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 29m AVG DURATION
    • 26 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Roses & Real Sh**

    Embrace Your New Role! : I'm A Parent

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 20:58


    Life has many changes, but how you react to change is key. One of the biggest changes we've faced recently has been the transition to mother/father. Children can be the greatest joy in your life, however, they can lead to the biggest headaches. During this episode, we discuss the trials and tribulations of balancing parenthood and having to embrace our new roles as parents. To all the parents out there we finally understand!In relationships you'll experience the roses and the real shit. There are beautiful wonderful times in relationships where you are in total bliss and sometimes you just can't stand your partner. But no matter what you'll always have their back. We'll talk about creating the ups and conquering the downs of relationships, dating, and marriage with others. Love is real and something to be cherished but it's not a walk in a park. We've learned a lot from other couples and our experiences with each other. This is a place to share what we've learned and a platform for others to share their stories and to give and  receive advice. Make sure to leave a review below, and share the video. How has parenting changed your life?

    How Do You Know They Are the One?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 26:43


    Picking your partner, soulmate, husband/wife is one of the biggest decisions you can make in your life. Your partner can impact your life physically, emotionally, and mentally. In this episode we discuss questions you should ask yourself when finding your person. We also dive into our own relationship , and give our experience on when we knew we were the ones. If you've been having questions about your current partner you should definitely check this episode out. In relationships you'll experience the roses and the real shit. There are beautiful wonderful times in relationships where you are in total bliss and sometimes you just can't stand your partner. But no matter what you'll always have their back. We'll talk about creating the ups and conquering the downs of relationships, dating, and marriage with others. Love is real and something to be cherished but it's not a walk in a park. We've learned a lot from other couples and our experiences with each other. This is a place to share what we've learned and a platform for others to share their stories and to give and  receive advice. 

    Relationships Vs Silhouette Challenge

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 25:05


    It's 2021! Thank you all for all the support last year in 2020, and we promise this year will be even better! A lot has been going on this year, but a Tiktok challenge seems to be destroying relationships. In this episode, we talk about the viral Tiktok silhouette challenge that has people in a frenzy over what is considered too sexy.  In relationships you'll experience the roses and the real shit. There are beautiful wonderful times in relationships where you are in total bliss and sometimes you just can't stand your partner. But no matter what you'll always have their back. We'll talk about creating the ups and conquering the downs of relationships, dating, and marriage with others. Love is real and something to be cherished but it's not a walk in a park. We've learned a lot from other couples and our experiences with each other. This is a place to share what we've learned and a platform for others to share their stories and to give and  receive advice. 

    It's Been A CRAZY Year! | 2020 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 26:46


    This has been one of the craziest years in our lives. We saw a virus take over the world, outrage over the loss of so many black lives, an election for the ages, and too many heartbreaking deaths to count. There were also some good times in 2020 throughout the chaos this year from Ava Rose turning 1 to us buying a house. Join us on our last episode of 2020 to recap the year. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    A Tale of Two Trappers: Jeezy vs Gucci

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 36:15


    Gucci vs Jeezy had to be one of the best Verzuz so far! The tension and level of entertainment was off the charts! Their history runs deep and it showed in Thursday night's show. In this episode we talk about their beef, reconciliation, and the state of violence in rap culture today. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    What's Cheating | De'arra and Ken | Was the BOOTY RUB worth it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 44:10


    Our favorite YouTube couple, De'arra and Ken, made headlines last week when a video surfaced of Ken Walker with another woman. This situation made us question what cheating really is. Join us for some laughs and real talk about relationships and cheating. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    Doin' It For Tha Gram!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 21:19


    Is it ok to be a clout chaser? Is it ok to fake getting a divorce or fighting a friend for clout? Social media has sparked different realities for everyone. During this episode we talk about the different ways people use social media and the impact it has had on everyone. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    Play Yo Role! Who's washing the dishes tonight? | Evaluating traditional relationship roles

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 38:01


    In every relationship there are established roles, but who decides who gets what role. Do we have to follow these traditional roles and does it make us inadequate if we don't? In this episode we recognize and discuss the impact of traditional men/women roles. We talk about the roles we have in our relationship, and whether  it's necessary to follow traditional roles in relationships. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    Quick Public Service Announcement: GO VOTE! | Message!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 24:23


    In case you haven't been paying attention to the news lately, the presidential election is happening this year! Donald Trump vs Joe Biden! It may not be the best selection for the election, but we got to do something right? Election years are always hectic, but given the year we had so far this takes it to another level. Join us as we discuss how important it is to vote in America especially for those who haven't always had the right to vote. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    Marriage: Is it worth it?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 29:42


    Are you single? Thinking about making it official with someone? Or are you already married? If either of those apply, this episode is for you! In this episode, we talk about the importance of marriage and ask the question “Was it worth it?” Everyone doesn't have marriage as an end goal. But if you thought about the next step, it can be scary. Recently, Offset and Cardi B got divorced. Using them as an example, we discussed how do you know if you are ready for marriage.  Marriage isn't a fairytale. It's the real deal. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    Say Her Name: Breonna Taylor

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 24:30


    Join us this episode as we discuss Breonna Taylor's unjustified murder. The police officers involved in the case recently plead not guilty to their minor charges that were related to her death. Still justice has not been served, and we question will it ever be? This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    It's a Preference: The Hoe Stage and Splitting the Bill(s)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 21:04


    Is the hoe stage necessary? Is going 50/50 in a relationship wrong? Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rosesandrealshit/ and tell us what you think? Relationships change people, and people change during relationships. This is why relationships are so complicated it is an ever changing endeavor. Join on this episode about juicy relationship topics. This is Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    So Much More to Give

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 23:46


    It has been a tough year for everyone. 2020 has had many deaths from the pandemic of coronavirus to losing two icons, Kobe Bryant and Chadwick Boseman, in the same year. In this episode we talk about this traumatic year, and how we have been processing everything. Let us know how you have been dealing with it on our instagram page @rosesandrealshitWelcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    Cancel, Cancel Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2020 24:02


    Every other week someone new is being CANCELLED. Being cancelled is like a cultural boycott of your support. In the last few years, cancel culture has taken over mainstream culture. This week we're going to give our thoughts on CANCEL CULTURE and a few people who have been CANCELLED! Should we be able to separate the person from their art/job? Are there rules to being cancelled? What's your thoughts? Join the conversation on our IG page @rosesandrealshit Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Like, subscribe, and leave a review!

    Megan Thee Stallion and Cardi B: Attack on Black Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 29:53


    BREAKING NEWS! Megan Thee Stallion just came clean to the world! After getting off Instagram live, Megan Thee Stallion just admitted that Tory Lanez shot her in the foot. We try to unpack her crazy situation of getting shot in the foot to her having a number one record with Cardi B with “WAP”. Is Meg wrong for telling her truth? Are women especially black women treated fairly in our society? Stay tuned to hear our thoughts.  Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit 

    Read the Contract!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 25:21


    Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit Contracts are binding agreements between two parties, and in the music industry they are a key document that stays with an artist for their entire career. We talk about some recent music contracts such as Drake's which could shake the entire music industry depending what happens this year. It's better to grind the long way than the wrong way. Listen to the episode to see what happens. 

    Bad Marriage For Life: August, Jada, Will

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2020 28:26


    Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit We gone ride together, we gone die together, BAD MARRIAGE for LIFE! Them saying that spoke volumes to me. Cause I'm waiting for someone to point out a perfect marriage.

    How We Got Scammed: A Roses & Real Shit Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2020 23:11


    We got a throwback for you all today. We remember the time we got scammed into thinking we had a shot in winning a game. When you gamble some real sh** is bound to happen. Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit 

    Jeffrey the Monster: Should you trust the media?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 25:00


    Jeffrey Epstein has been the center of a lot of controversy lately, and with the arrest of his former girlfriend, Ghislaine Maxwell it doesn't look like this case is going away. Join us as we look into the monster that was Jeffery Epstein, and how social media and news outlets portray media to their audiences.  Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit 

    Suck It Up Pt. 2: Breaking Generational Curses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 21:21


    Continuing our conversation from the previous episode Suck it Up. We dive into mentor relationships and the sad truth about the STEM field. Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit 

    Suck It Up : We All Got To Do Our Part!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 31:01


    We talk about how we've been ignoring or “sucking up” the bs and doing our part to change the community. Taylor joins us to talk about her mental space in today's climate and her opinion on everyone planning a role in change. Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit 

    Insecure: A Season of REALationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2020 39:41


    Help us take a quick break from the world as we revisit one of the best shows to come out this year, Insecure. Listen to us discuss the many relationships Insecure has developed over this season. **SPOILER ALERT**YOU KNOW WHO IS HAVING A BABY! Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit 

    We Can't Breathe: Justice for George Floyd

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 28:19


    We once again hear the cries of a black man saying “I can't breathe”. We are tired mentally, emotionally, and physically. What can we do to stop the killings of African Americans at the hands of the police who vowed to protect and serve. Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Our voices matter! Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit 

    Impostor Syndrome: You're Worth the Bag!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 30:43


    Like Momma Dee say “I DESERVE, I DESERVE, I DESERVE TO BE..” getting the bag! If you've experienced impostor syndrome you know it's some real shit. This episode is for you fam! Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Impostor syndrome is a psychological pattern of doubting your accomplishments and the fear of being exposed as a fraud. We're going to shed light on impostor syndrome and how we can overcome it. You deserve everything you worked for. Follow us on Instagram to talk about this episode! @rosesandrealshit

    Stop Cancelling My Shit: The Survival of Black TV

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 41:29


    Was Moesha pregnant? Who died in the tv show Star? These are just a few black shows that ended on a cliffhanger. We're salty about some of our favorite shows being cancelled. Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the Roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. Black sitcoms aren't surviving and we're upset! Join as we reminisce about the rise of black television in the 90's  and when things changed. We'll also talk about black television today and why we're sick of seeing Baby Boy on repeat. Yes, BET come get this smoke!

    Real Shit with Taylor: Make it a $100 and I Might Beat Your Ass

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 63:45


    “Are we still changing our last names for dudes or naw?” Welcome to Roses & Real Shit!  There's so many layers to life and it wouldn't be life without the good, the bad, and the ugly. Or should we say the roses and the real shit. We're just college sweethearts talking about the different aspects of life as a millennial with each other and friends. We had a chance to sit down with our good friend from college, Taylor. Taylor gave insight on why she doesn't want to change her last name and how she's navigating through dating. She even shares some “fuck boy” stories. We reminisced and talked about the real shit that happens after college. Trust us life gets real! Graduate school, professional relationships, code switching, and being ok with single life. Let's talk about the Roses & Real Shit!

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