Tarascope is a place where relationship advice gets real. I know it's hard out here. Today's dating scene is a mix of frail fish, tinder rejects and the good gone bad. But, #relationship goals are real... I think. I mean, there has to be something to look forward to right? So, let's spill the tea on…
The countdown to Summer 2021 has begun! I am so ready to enjoy this summer unlike last year. I plan on being out in the City for an Icy Girl Summer in these Hot Atlanta streets. (Btw... that was me trying to combine City Girl Summer, Icy Girl Summer and Hot Girl Summer lol). But, I know life is all about balance so I want to make sure I'm also taking care of myself. Here's an almost fool's proof Self-Care Summer Guide to help you put you first, All Summer Long.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
What do you view as a Toxic Relationship? And how do you define "Toxic Relationship"? I feel it is a relationship that is draining, dysfunctional, and unhealth to you mentally and physically. I talk to Dating and Love Coach, Alexis aka Lexi Kailani, to delve deeper on common toxic traits and patterns. And because I'm not biases, we discuss toxic traits that both men and women have. Alexis also taught me a new trait, Stone Walling, if you don't know what this is listen up. Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guest, Alexis on Instagram: @LoveLike_____ and contact her for your personal dating needs www.LearnLoveLike.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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We are all aware that men and women have their differences but sometimes the hypocrisy and double standards are very frustrating. Especially, when it comes to our bodies and sex.This episode, Devin The Ripper and I talk about the double standards when it comes to sex on the first date. Find out if Devin The Ripper slut shames women for having sex on the first night and his definition of what a hoe is.In the words of the great Jay-Z "Ladies is pimps too, go and brush your shoulders off." Women should be free to have sexual desires just like men. If she is a hoe then the man is a hoe too.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guest, Devin The Ripper on Instagram: @DevinTheRipper_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
I'm back loves, and I'm better than ever! I can't wait for you to listen to this new season. I upgraded my cover art and so much more. So, let me know what you think!Have you ever thought about your future husband or wife? You imagined their height, complexion, personality and maybe even their career choice. You think about how you'll raise kids together (or not lol) and take vacations to hard to pronounce locations. That's all fine and dandy when you're young and single but, the older you get the more you realize that might be hard to obtain.It's time to start opening your mind and heart to more LOVE OPTIONS and that means letting go of your fantasy person. On this episode, I share my reasons why harboring on the "perfect person" is not the best idea and a few tips on making the transition of letting go of Prince/Princess Charming lol.Spoiler Alert: I give you a small dive into my childhood and my first real relationship in High School!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Season Three Premiere! I know most, if not everybody is OVERT the global pandemic! I'm beyond ready to get back to the "Old Normal." I miss the easy of leaving the house, grabbing drinks with my friends, getting invited out and not going, travelling and go on dates. This episode is a semi-brief conversation about how this pandemic impacted the dating life and regular life of many people. Kicking off season three of Tarascope with me are FOUR special guest: Joze, Krissy B, TJ and Uncle Sinco. This episode is going to be a tad different, Panel Style. Each special guest has a different perspective and I'm sure you will relate to them all.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guest on Instagram:Joze - @JozebkKrissy B - @KrissyBUncle Sinco - @UncleSincoTJ - @Tjmaac_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Season Two Finale! Celebrating this epic moment with me is singer Troy Lyricz. Troy schools me on what a "Soulmationship" is, btw check out his new song called.... (Soul)Mationship. Troy also discuss with me what he thinks mirco-cheating, if you never heard this term you gotta tune in. Lastly, we talk about the holiday and the estimated time frame it takes to invite/accept an invite to your boo's holiday events.Recap all 35 episode during my season break, LOVE YOU!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guest, Troy Lyricz on Instagram: @Troy_Lyricz See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Have you ever caught yourself asking questions like "Does he/she really like me?" "Will this work out?" "Am I moving too fast/Should we slow down?" I confess, I have! So if you answered yes, you are not alone. If you said no, WOW you are a unicorn in my eyes! On this episode I talk about four psychological defenses people who struggle with relationship anxiety use. This episode was inspired yet again by a music artist.... Welp! Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
I (Aatara Johnson), take (Somebody's Son) to be my wedded husband, and to live together in marriage. I promise...... Tarascope will make it to this day... one day just not today! lolHave you ever wondered what it might take to get to the joyous, harmonious stage of Marriage? If yes, you are in EXTREME luck. Joining this week episode is therapist, Jalyssa McDonald, and she shares her expert advice on the mindset you should have going into a serious relationship, the importance of communication, the downfall of "Stone Walling", and much more.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guest, Jalyssa McDonald on Instagram: @JaeSmilez See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Some men are doing things slightly different than what "society" deems masculine. I invited KB and Ba7ic Logic on today's episode to hear their perspective on what exactly masculinity means to them, and to hear their thoughts on the entire "Tank Situation" and much more!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guests, KB and Ba7ic Logic from the podcast "Words With KB" on Instagram: @WordsWithKBPodcast @TheLifeOfKB1 @Ba7icLogicDISCLAIMER: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this episode belong solely to the special guests, and not necessarily to the host, Tarascope, or the podcast's brand, organization, or other group or individual. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Have you ever dealt with a toxic friendship? If the answer is yes than this episode is for you, if the answer is no.... the episode is still for you!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Have you ever dealt with a toxic friendship? If the answer is yes than this episode is for you, if the answer is no.... the episode is still for you! Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Special guest, Tashoy, sets the tone to a great discussion, she shares what she thinks about girls needing love, having opposite sex friends, and why men can be hoes!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guest, Tashoy, on Instagram: @PoetreeJane See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On this episode I highlight FIVE amazing good men I have meet in my 26 years on living. This is in response to a radio interview... can you guess which one?PS: Don't worry, be happy! That was the motto for this episode (not sure I succeed lol.)Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Have you ever wonder what a single parent goes through when it comes to dating? I have, and luckily I was able to have Dusei Da Great to join the conversation. Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guest Dusei da Great on Instagram: @DuseiDaGreat See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Solo Episode Alert! This was an episode I was extremely hesitant on recording, because it made me come to terms with the bad habit I NEED to break which is trying to sabotage potentially great relationships. I share my main reason for feeling like I should sabotage and what I am currently doing to avoid this toxic behavior. This episode topic was influenced by one of my Favorite Hip-Hop Artist, wait to the end of the episode to find out who the artist is and which song... the title is a high-key giveaway. Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This is a unique episode for Tarascope because we have two Special Guest joining the chat, Rebecca and Chelsea. The question at hand is "Does the amount of time on the dating scene alter how you look at dating?" The three of us we are all in different stages in life and dating so listen to uncover the answer.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Follow this week's special guests Rebecca on Instagram: @_bombshellbecky and Chelsea on Instagram: @chelsallure. Lastly, follow Bottles and Beats: The Beauty Movement at @_bottlesandbeatz See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week Tara shares several pet peeves from men calling women out their names, kissing and telling and more. This rant is one you do not want to miss!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Special Guest, Troy Parish and I delve deep into the epidemic that is taking over the nation "Hot Girl Summer!" Troy Parrish also shares his take on women dating much older men and much, much more. Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Lastly, follow this week's special guest Troy Parish on Instagram: @Troyparishltm See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Kicking off the Season Two with a bang!Special Guest, The Love Profess Sir and I discuss the first time someone STOMPED on his heart. This depressing yet extremely hilarious recollection dives into a bigger question I have - How Do Men Handle Heartache? Listen to hear his response.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Lastly, follow this week's special guest The Love Profess Sir on Instagram: @Theloveprofesssir See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Have you ever wondered what it is like to date an actor? Yes, no... maybe so. Welp! Regardless of the answer take a listen to this week's special guest, Terrence Davis, as he gives us great insider details of what that would look like. Terrence even tricked me into talking about the overrated #AyeshaCurry situation, I know, I know but I had to give my guest what they wanted!Plus, Tarascope's Third Degree segment was on point.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! Lastly, follow this week's special guest Terrence Davis on Instagram: @TerrenceDavis22 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
All's fair in love in war, do you agree or disagree? Personally, I feel the saying has some pretty amazing aspects and some shitty ones too. Listen as I share my view point on each side as well as, how the topic came about, FYI it pertains to a celebrity! Yes an "Entertaining Ass N****!" P.S. - The SEASON FINALE IS NEXT WEEK! Make sure you tune in, I have an EPIC episode in store for you guys.Also, be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ to catch the latest clips, fun facts, and Tarascope Triva! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The song Reflections from the movie Mulan is one of my all time favorite Disney songs. Listen to figure out I tied the song into today's episode!Also, be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The cup is ALWAYS half full, Tarascope is focusing on the positive moments in life. Listen as she shares 7 life lessons past relationships taught her.Please share one or seven of your own personal lessons on social media.Also, be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
No one wants to be cheated on but, what if they were a celebrity or a professional athlete? Would the amount of income they are bringing in make you stay? How much could you risk to have that "lifestyle?"Listen as Tara shares four questions she asked herself while trying to decide if the risk of being cheated on would be worth it. Plus, she gives a pretty detail explanation of what "occupation" her next partner CAN NOT have!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week Tarascope is joined extremely talented graphic designer, Liv, to talk about complacency, and moving-in with a significant other before marriage. BTW.... It's a NEW SEGMENT ALERT!Be sure to follow both Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ and this week's special guest Liv on Instagram: @oliviav.hart See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Everyone lives with different life experiences that shapes and molds the way they act and react to situations, when it comes to dating. During this particular episode Tarascope describes her personal struggle with having natural hair and Dating While Black.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
I recorded this episode last month after I was grieving the lost of one of my close friends. I was not sure if I would ever release this because it was very emotional for me. However, in recent light of the passing Nipsey Hustle I thought I would share it.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The road to forgiveness is not easy but it is possible and very much needed. Btw, this episode took a good bit of me to record because I'm still untangling my prior relationship. I hope this episode brings guidance and help to anyone still dealing with a bad break-up or an overall bad situation.Disclaimer: I am not an EXPERT! lol Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On the road to finding love you have to date... of course. However, people tend to over step their boundaries and ask or say some outlandish shit! This episode is dedicated to them, Enjoy!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We have all been in the zone called "Friends" before, therefore we ALL know how much it sucks! Listen as Tarascope describes the two different types of Friend Zones, gives you a personal story (duh, it wouldn't be Tarascope if she didn't lol), and some helpful options to escape the Friend Zone.Listen to the end because she shares an important "GEM" on relationships!Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tarascope puts relationship talk aside as she reflections on her most recent trip to New York City. Listen to hear the struggles of Tarascope and why she appreciates both Atlanta and New York.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week Tarascope is joined by her good friend and fashion designer Terriana, to talk about dating someone who finally made "The Come Up."Spoiler Alert: I am very petty when someone hurts me lol! Listen to hear the story.Be sure to follow both Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ and this week's special guest Terriana on Instagram: @Forbiden_Fashion See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
From lying about liking horrible gifts your man/woman gives you, to faking an orgasm Tarascope is here to normalize the conversation. Especially, when it comes to faking it during sex. Listen to Tarascope as she explains her top reasons why people lie to their sexual partner and fake orgasms. Join the conversation via Instagram and Twiiter: @Tarascope_ she can't wait to hear from you! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Welcome further into the beauty, crazy mind of Tarascope's, as I share poems that are helping me get over a single Valentine's Day! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We've all probably done it, or consoled a friend or even yourselves when what we thought was a "potential love" straight dipped and ghosted from your lives. Lol, Welp! Tune in to get Tarascope's point of view and a story of how she ghosted a guy and how she handled it.Be sure to follow Tarascope on Instagram and Twitter: @Tarascope_ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Welcome Tarascope's first special guest, Crystal, as we talk about her upcoming speed dating event in Atlanta, GA. The event is just in time for the "Alone not Lonely" and even the "Whatchamacallit" crowd to find a potential Valentine's date.I want to make sure EVERYONE is fully prepared no matter what their relationship status might be. So tune in to hear Tarascope's and Crystal's top Valentine's Day date night ideas, and advice for the single folks to either secure a title/date for the night or alternatives if you do not have anyone lined up......YET!Be sure to follow both Tarascope on Instagram: @Tarascope_ and this week's special guest Crystal on Instagram: @crystalinfluence See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Have you ever liked someone for like... an eternity! However, you never told them that you "like them, like them" lol. Welp, I have and it was excruciating AF. Check out this week episode to hear my definition of a Super C.R.U.S.H, reasons why they exist and reasons why they don't go beyond a C.R.U.S.H. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
When is the right time to re-submerge oneself back in the polluted, over-saturated dating pool after a breakup? Short Answer: I Don't Know lol. However, on this episode I share three good reasons why I'm hesitant and going to proceed with much caution. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
I know most of us are looking for that special someone, and I'm not mad at ya. All I ask is that you keep in mind these three tips when you shoot ya shot at a potential. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dating advice, tips and raw/open conversations are coming to you January 9th. It's time to give you the scope... The Tarascope! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dating advice, tips and raw/open conversations are coming to you January 9th. It's time to give you the scope... The Tarascope! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dating advice, tips and raw/open conversations are coming to you January 9th. It's time to give you the scope... The Tarascope! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.