They Aint Your Friends

On this week's episode of TAYF podcast, we discuss Episodes 6 & 7 of Insecure, Season 4. We also chat about a few other things in between, so sit back and enjoy the show. Must watch video mentioned in this week's episode: Bonni Done Fell :-). https://youtu.be/mSC9DnQRExk Thanks for listening. Don't forget to check us out on YouTube @TAYF -TheyAintYourFriendsPodcast!

This episode of TAYF podcast includes two friends of the show, Yvette and Tianna. They join us as we discuss more of the crazy questions that are posed to the Six Brown Chicks site. We also dive into Insecure, Episode 5 - when Molly shows her whole tail at the block party. Don't forget to check us out on YouTube! Subscribe and like! Thanks for listening!

Whew! On this week's episode, we attempt to breakdown Issa's and Molly's relationship and what's really going on. We dive into episodes 3 & 4 of Season 4. We're messed up about what's going on with Molly and Issa. Hear our thoughts and let us know yours. Also, check us out on YouTube @They Ain't Your Friends. Thanks for listening!

This week's episode is filled with more quarantine craziness! Uncle Teddy and Uncle Babyface tried to go live; and the GF's were the highlight of the NFL draft. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to like and subscribe!

This week we're joined by, friend of the show, Kim. We're talking about Season 4, Episode 2 of Insecure. We also attempt to figure out what's wrong with the people who write into Six Brown Chicks. Thanks for listening! Catch us on YouTube!

This week the ladies share some of their unpopular opinions (very unpopular). Also, a couple of the ladies are sure to get their Blackcard revoked for voicing some of them out loud! Get to know the ladies of TAYF podcast a little better through these opinions. As usual, we also chat about all of the other craziness currently going on during this quarantine season.

It's day number who-knows-what in quarantine-land. We're still watching TV (because, what else are we going to do) and this week we're talking about the Netflix hit, The Tiger King. It's a train wreck from which we can't turn away! Also, former NBA player, Stephen Jackson, decided to give his opinion on the black women in his life and it was a mess. Hear our take on that too! Please check us out on YouTube. Like and subscribe! And as always, thanks for listening!!

Whew chile! We're back! We know it's been a while and there's so much to chat about! Since The Rona has us all on lockdown, we thought we'd get together (virtually) and record an episode. This week we're chatting about the Netflix hit show, Love is Blind. We chat about our favs, or most hated, and all that we loved and loathed about the show. Plus, our two cents on a few other reality shows. Thanks for listening, we've missed you all so much. Don't forget you can see the podcast on YouTube @theyaintyourfriends. Bye!

One pops off, one is the voice of reason, and one is the zen goddess. Is this how your friendships work? Do you balance each other out, or are you all the same? This week, we take a look at the balance in romantic and platonic relationships. Plus, speaking of balance and zen. Omarion has shown the utmost level of zen in the situation with him, his BM, and former bandmate Lil' Fizz. Could you do it? Hear out thoughts? As always, thanks for listening!

Whew chile! So much going on! It's been a while, we're still trying to navigate this YouTube situation, thanks for bearing with us! But on to the mess... Power. (Spoiler Alert)Who do you guys thing shot Ghost? There are so many choices, but only a couple make sense to us. Hear our thoughts on the greatest mistery since Who Shot J.R. (we know, we're dating ourselves here. Plus, we must get into the mess that is T.I. and hear why one of the ladies thinks we need to give Kanye's new Album, Jesus is King, a listen. Thanks for listening! Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast.

Is your man/woman your best friend? Do you tell him/her everything?! Some people share every detail of their day with their significant other. Is this cool? Or, should some stuff be left to the imagination? This week, the ladies of TAYF discuss that very subject. Also, just shut the entire internet down! We've seen things this week that we'll never be able to unsee. If you don't know, listen to our thoughts on Pastor Wilson and the other MESS that went down on the world wide web this week. As always, you can find us on social media @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

Whew, Chile! This final season of Power is one for the books! Power Episode 7 Spoiler Alert! This week on the podcast, we're discussing Tasha's decision to teach Tariq "the game". We chat about whether she's right or wrong, or if she's just doing what she knows. Also, we've moved to YouTube! You can still catch us as a podcast, but you can also find us on YouTube. Check out our page(TAYF - They Aint Your Friends). Get a glimpse of the behind the scenes of the TAYF podcast. We hope you'll like it and subscribe!

The ladies of TAYF grabbed their passports and are off to Barbados. But don't worry, a little international travel doesn't stop the show. We've recorded the show in Barbados, including a special guest. Listen as we share the "glows" and "grows" of our trip. Also, all celebrity roads led to Atlanta this weekend to celebrate the Grand Opening of Tyler Perry Studios. We chat about what went down over the weekend. Thanks for listening!

Infidelity is hard. It's hard on the victim, and it can crush families. However, it's doubly insulting when the person who cheats does so in a manner that's just messy. On today's episode, we discuss a couple of messy cheating situations that have caused us to say WTF?! Listen, and let us know if you agree. Also, check us out on social media at @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

Recently, on Married to Medicine great emphasis was placed on the "Girl Code". What is it? Can it be broken? Etc. We talked about this on the podcast some time ago and think it's worth revisiting. Hear our take on Girl Code and see if you agree. We also had a letter from a listener who wanted to know how to adjust from being a single, independent woman to a married woman. We offer up our advice and more. Check us out at @tayfpodcast on all the social platforms. Thanks for listening!

Does a company automatically get your business because they're minority-owned? Or, more specifically, do you feel compelled to patronize black-owned businesses or media simply because they're minority-based? We chat about that this week. Check out some of the awesome black-owned businesses that we mentioned in today's episode. The Nailbed and Bar The Traveling Braider God is Dope FBF Body PRMP Beauty

Yesterday was Labor Day, the kids are back in school, therefore, it's the unofficial end of summer. The ladies of TAYF podcast decided to take a look back over our summer and the verdict is in... we are Golden Girls NOT Hot Girls - but that's not all bad. Listen to hear what made the summer a GG one instead of a HG one? Where'd your summer fall? Plus, we chat about what you should be watching this summer. Check us out on all the social media platforms @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

The ladies of TAYF podcast are still on summer vacay. But we hope you will enjoy a "best of" TAYF podcast episode that we've selected just for you. Since we'll be bringing back our BFF series, we wanted you to hear one of our first in the series - which originally aired last year, featuring a male friendship. Show favs, Dave and Kev, are dishing about their friendship and what BFF relationships look like from the male perspective. We'll be back next week. In the meantime, check us out on social media @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

What happens when friends and loved ones speak on your behalf? Are they good-intentioned, or are they out of line? This week we saw the fallout from Trina's (da baddest b*tch) camp speaking for her against Nicki Minaj and Nessa, Colin Kapernick's fiance, speak out for him. Are these loved ones in the right? Hear us discuss and let us know your thoughts. Don't forget to follow us on social media @tayfpodcast and feel free to share your show ideas. Thanks for listening!

Whew, chile! Nicole Murphy was caught kissing Lela Rochon's husband, Director, Antione Fuqua, and all hell broke loose. This week we're discussing this scandal along with how we feel about infidelity and if it should mean the end of the relationship or can the relationship be salvaged? Also, is infidelity the worst thing that can happen in a relationship? Hear us chat about it. As always, our pop culture segment gets REAL interesting. Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

We often take our friendships for granted, but like any other relationship, friendships take time, work, and effort. Taking a que from a question posed on #therapyforblackgirls, on this week's episode, we're discussing the work that we've done to be better friends. Also, in addition to our usual pop-culture dissection, we delve into a conversation about summer TV and why or why not She's Gotta Have It had to go. Catch us on the internets @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

It's Monday! Back to life, back to reality. Speaking of life (and work), this week we're discussing whether it's appropriate to cultivate relationships in the workplace (both platonic and romantic). We share our experiences with work friendships and our perspective on whether we support them or not. Of course this episode wouldn't be complete without a look at what's going on in pop culture this week. We'd love to hear from you! Check us out on IG/Twitter @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

We took a little time off this week to celebrate the 4th. But don't worry, we have you covered. There are still 2+ months of summer left and it's not too late to get your summer/fall body together. We're sharing a best of episode from last year featuring Love of Fit founder, Lynea Woody. She's sharing tips to help you look and feel your best in your 30's and 40's. We're off this week, but we're still connected. Find us on IG/twitter @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

What happens when a former ladies man decides that it's time to hang up his player card? Hear our guest's story about looking back on past relationships and holding himself accountable for relationship failures and changes he plans to make in the future. You don't want to miss it! Also, check out our newly revamped IG page, send us a DM, and as always, thanks for listening!! @tayfpodcast

Let's be clear; no baby is a mistake. However, through no fault of their own, sometimes babies are conceived in circumstances which make it hard for the adults in their lives to accept them. This week we're discussing the rumors around Carmelo Anthony's alleged baby and Lala's supposed directive that he send his child support payments only and keep moving. Take a listen to our thoughts on the matter. Plus, we're still talking about Love after Lockdown, WE TV's hit show! Thanks for checking us out! Leave a review and follow us on social media @tayfpodcast. Bye!

It seems like summer is the time for great TV. It's perfect for taking your iPad on the beach and relaxing to your favorite TV show/movie. This week, the ladies of TAYF are going to share with you our favorite shows/movies that you must watch! Let us know what you think! @tayfpodcast on IG/Twitter.

Have you heard the latest that comedian Mo'nique has said about black women and their men? We've known for years that she's a proponent of open relationships, and that's fine, but now she has an even more controversial spin on the subject - specifically directed at black women. Here what she said and our take on this week's episode. Thanks for listening! Check us out on the interweb @tayfpodcast.

Have you ever given someone the silent treatment? Has it ever been given to you? This week, we're talking about the effectiveness of the silent treatment, if there's ever a time and a place for it and how we feel when it's used. Also, in pop culture, we're talking about the happenings or lack thereof, that's been going on this week. As always, we appreciate you for listening. Thanks!

Like the rest of the world, we watched Jada Pinkett's Red Table Talk with the ladies of the Curry family. Of course, we must talk about Ayesha Curry and the statement head across the world. Here our take and that of our guests (show favorites, Kev and Dave) on what she said and how men and woman seem to feel about it. As always, we take a look at who needs friends this week. And we all agree... Tyra Banks doesn't need anything! Her new Sports Illustrated Swim Cover is everything! Chat with us @tayfpodcast on IG/Twitter.

Early release!! This week we decided to dive into some of the crazy questions that are submitted to the IG account of Six Brown Chicks. Whew chile, they are some crazy ones. Hear our advice and take on these crazy scenarios! Trying to keep up with who needs friends this week was a little crazy. But what we do know is that Beyonce still holds the crown; Kim K is going to be Kim K. West, Esq., and Charlamagne and Wendy W. made up! As always, we appreciate your support. Thanks for listening!

This week, it seems like everywhere you turned someone was saying something crazy. But we're focusing on Apostle Jennings, a GA based pastor, who decided he needed to "coach" women on why they're single. Whew! The ladies on TAYF went awf on this one. In pop culture, the news this week was definitely dominated by the unfortunate and untimely death of Nipsey Hussle. Finally, as ladies local to the DMV, we had to discuss #DontMuteDC and the impact it had on the region this week. Thanks for listening!

Always wanted to know a little more about the ladies of TAYF podcast? Today's your lucky day! On this week's episode, we answer a few odd questions that give you a glimpse into our minds! And yes, we're still talking about all of the craziness in the world. R.I.P to Nipsey Hussle. And a looks at all of the other madness the world has to offer. Thanks for listening!

Our topic this week is Inspired by the betrayal of one of Eva Marcille's (RHOA) bridesmaids. We examine what makes a close friend decide to betray you and when, if ever, is it okay to do so. Also, we lose our way a bit in this episode. From Jussie Smollett to John Gray to why people post subtweets and then deny it - we're all over the place! If you'd like to hear our thoughts on something going on in your world, shoot us a DM @tayfpodcast or an email to tayfpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for checking us out!

There’s been so much wackiness going on in the world over the past two weeks. From Pastor John Gray to Jess Hilarious to Wendy Williams to Daniel Caesar, it has all been so crazy! In case you’ve missed any of the celebrities’ messiness this week, we’re going to discuss it and tell you our take on the matters. As always, we’d love to hear from you. If you have a show topic, feedback, or a question you’d like for us to tackle on the podcast, feel free to send us a DM on Twitter or Instagram @tayfpodcast or send an email to tayfpodcast@gmail.com (your identity will remain anonymous, if you'd like). Thanks for listening. Bye!

It’s the story that we couldn’t ignore – and we definteily tried. But after Jada and Will got involved, we had to know what was going on with Jordyn Woods, Khloe Kardashian and Tristan “everybody’s man” Thompson. This week we discuss Jordyn’s interview on Red Table Talk and our (slightly) revised thoughts on the cheating scandal. In who needs friends this week, we would love to be friends with Gayle King, Meek Mill and poor Khloe could really use a friend. Thanks for listening and check us out on social media @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

How closely tied are love and attraction? If you are no longer attracted to your partner, does that impact how you feel about them? Is loss of attraction a deal breaker? Listen to us chat about our feelings on this. Hint: Some of us are a little shallow. :-) Also, all kinds of people need friends this week. But you know we had to give our two cents (and that’s about all we could spare) on Jordyn Woods and the Khloe situation. Plus, what is Gilbert Arenas talking about this week and Solange is back!! Thanks for listening! Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast.

This week we’re dishing about our new favorite TV obsession, #WETV Love After Lock-up. I know the name sounds like it’s garbage, and it is a little trashy, but it sure is good! We break down the status of each couple, how they met and our take on their very improbable relationships. One relationship in particular is enough to spinoff onto its own crazy reality show! Also, as we consider who needs friends this week and who we want to be friends with... What’s the deal with RHOA’s Ronnie and Shemar DeVoe? They need friends. And, once again Toya was right, B.Smith’s husband was up to something and now they’re getting a reality TV show. Finally, we’d love to be friends with Ciara because Russell Wilson just gifted her with the ultimate prize. Don’t forget, find us on the social media @tayfpodcast. Thanks for listening!

Happy Monday! It’s February, the month of love, Valentine’s Day, and all of those things. When we think about love, we often think about marriage. For most people, marriage means many things, including ‘til death do us part. We’re in a society that accepts divorce, so that’s one way many people have chosen to leave their marriage. However, what about when your spouse becomes ill and is no longer, mentally, the person you married? Are you still bound to the vows you once took? This week, we’re discussing the controversy created by B. Smith’s husband, Dan Gasby, when he went public with his girlfriend. We consider their particular situation and our opinion on how he’s handled being a caregiver to his wife, who has Alzheimer’s disease. As always, we discuss who needs friends this week – and there are a lot of them, including; The Game, all of VA’s leadership, Bow Wow, and these Luxury Brands. As always, thanks for listening! Please check us out on social media @TAYFpodcast.

It’s 2019, and the ladies of TAYF will be turning 40 (that’s right, all three of us!). As you can imagine, there are sure to be several shows where we’ll discuss this milestone. This week’s episode is the first one. We’re dishing about what we think 40 will be like, what we expect, fears, and are looking forward to accomplishing as we approach this momentous occasion. As we do each week, you’ll hear our thoughts on who needs friends this week and who we’d like to be friends with. And of course, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention Soulja Boy… lol. Thank you for listening. Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast or theyaintyourfriends.com.

In this week’s episode, we’re talking about the Lifetime Documentary, Surviving R Kelly. Like everyone else, our eyes were glued to the television as we watched so many young women detail their horrific experiences with the R&B singer. Listen as we talk about the documentary, our thoughts, and our take aways from the Dream Hampton produced program. Thank you for listening. Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast or theyaintyourfriends.com.

Happy New Year! New year, new you? Out with the old, in with the new and all that jazz. That’s fine, but there are just some things that we need (or want) to keep the same energy around. We know that the new year comes with the opportunity for a new start and self-improvement, but what about those things that you don’t plan to change? That’s what we’re talking about this week – those things we don’t intend to change for 2019. Hear what we’re not changing – no matter what anyone says. LOL Also, what in the world is going on in pop culture?! We try to piece together the happenings in this first week of 2019. As always, thanks for listening and check us out on social medial @tayfpodcast (IG/Twitter).

It’s our 100th episode! Listen as we’re interviewed by The Husbands Show’s, Randy Pike. Hear us dish about what we’ve learned over these 100 episodes and take a trip with us down memory lane. There are even some secrets that our most faithful listeners don’t know. Thank you for listening, these 100 episodes would not have been possible without our supporters. We appreciate you all!

This week on TAYF podcast, (Episode 99 ½), we’re extending our “Who Need Friends in Pop Culture This Week” segment to the entire show. It seems this week celebrities and pseudo-celebrities alike were out of pocket and they all need friends – minimally, they need better PR reps. From Kevin Hart to Dwight Howard, and a few in-between, the celebrities had a week of faux pas that we couldn’t wait to add our two cents. Don’t forget to check out our 100th episode next week as we discuss what we’ve learned in the two years since the beginning of the They Ain't Your Friends Podcast. Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast (IG/Twitter) or tayfpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

This week’s episode is a short and fun one. Do you ever listen to your favorite podcast or read your favorite blog and think, ‘how would I answer that'? Well, that’s what we’ve done on this week’s episode. We attempted (through our laughter and astonishment) to give our best TAYF advice from questions posed to the Six Brown Chicks blog. We tried, but honestly, with some of these questions/scenarios, all we could do was leave it in the hands of God, cause this wackiness is way above our pay grade! As usual, we reviewed who we want to be friends with in pop culture this week, and who needs friends. For sure, we think that Keke Wyatt certainly needs friends, a prayer circle, healing ointments, and whatever else you’ve got. And we definitely WANT to be friends with the Wades (Gabrielle and Dwyane). They welcomed a beautiful baby girl and we couldn’t be happier for the couple. Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast on IG/Twitter. You can also participate in the show by sharing a topic or ask for our opinion at tayfpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Getting married can be one of the happiest times in a person’s life. But what happens when the relationship is over, and it’s time to sever the relationship? This week the ladies of TAYF discuss divorce. There are people who think that divorce should never be an option, while others feel as though it’s often the healthier option. We review the ups, downs, and realities of divorce. Also, in this week’s pop culture segment. We discuss who needs friends and who we want as friends. I wish we could’ve let it slide, but Nicki and Cardi definitely need friends. And we love Ms. Tina (Knowles - Lawson) and want to be friends with her and all of the people who showed up and out for Halloween! Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast on IG/Twitter. You can also participate in the show by sharing a topic or ask for our opinion at tayfpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Have you ever considered going into business with friends or family? On this week’s podcast, we are joined by former TAYF guests, Patrick and The Husbands, to discuss what it’s like when you enter into a financial relationship with individuals with whom you know personally. Does this change the relationship dynamic? Are you able to separate the business relationship from the personal relationship? Our guests share all of that and more with us this week. Also, in our pop culture segment, as usual, we discuss who needs friends and who we’d like to be friends with this week. The list is long, starting with Rajon Rondo and Chris Paul, and ending with Will Smith – with a whole lot in between. It’s a must hear! As always, check us out on IG/Twitter @tayfpodcast or send us an email at tayfpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Want a man just like she has? Ask her what her exact prayer was, and you too can have a man just like him! Or at least that’s what social media would leave you to believe. Lately, we’ve been inundated with women asking Ciara, Nicole Ari Parker, and Yvonne Orji what their specific prayers were to get the man of their dreams. Is this really a thing? We know that God hears all and that he answers prayers, but are we starting to act like good men are just a magical spell away? On this week’s episode hear our thoughts on this trend. Plus, in our pop culture segment this week, we discuss why Tommie, of LHHATL fame, and Sheree Whitfield need friends. Plus, you’ll hear why one of us wants to be friends with Lil’ Duval. Thank you for listening! Check us out on IG/Twitter @tayfpodcast!

This week’s episode is a juicy one and caused quite the debate. How involved should you get in your friend’s romantic relationship and what are appropriate boundaries? This conversation was prompted by (SPOILER ALERT) Molly’s interference with Nathan on the season finale of Insecure. Is it possible to go too far as a friend in an attempt to protect your friend? Here our varying thoughts on the subject. Also, in who needs friends in pop culture this week, Rihanna is definitely #friendgoals and what’s with Tyson Beckford and is disrespectful behavior of Kim K?! Thanks for listening! You can find us on social media @tayfpodcast (IG/Twitter).

Most of us are young enough to remember the Brady Bunch. They made having a blended family look so cool. But is that reality. This week we, along with our special guest, Kevin and Keedie, take a look at the ups, downs, and all-around craziness of life in a blended family. Our guests open up and share what it’s like to bring a new spouse around their kids and the kids’ reaction to the new spouse. We also talk about how to handle the exes who still are very present because of their parental status. There’s no stone left untouched and our guests get candid! As always, we appreciate you! Check us out on social media @tayfpodcast or send us an email for advice, show topic or general feedback at tayfpodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

When is enough, enough? That’s the question we ask on today’s podcast. This week we discuss a question that was posed to the #belleoftheburbs, Demetria L. Lucas, on her IG page related to a woman, who in response to a husband’s (albeit) rude relative, was very crass in her reaction. Michelle Obama famously said, "When they go low, we go high." This woman did not do that. Hear our take on what we’d do in this situation. Also, what characteristics make an ideal wife? As always, we discuss who needs friends this week in pop culture and we unanimously agreed that it’s Wanda Smith, from the Frank Ski morning show. Katt Williams delivered an old fashion roasting that was so bad her husband had to step to him. LOL Thanks for listening. Find us on the web @tayfpodcast (IG/Twitter).

This week on the podcast, we’re going to recap this week’s episode of Insure ‘High-Like’. I think every agrees, this has been the best episode this season. It was absolutely hilarious! The ladies attend Beychella and it did not disappoint. From taking Molly to getting tased, we review and discuss it all! And… #spoileralert… Lawrence is back! Plus, what can we say, it’s been a crazy week in pop culture. Serena, Cardi/Nikki, Faith/Mary?, Mac Miller (RIP). It’s almost too much to digest. Thanks for listening. You can find us on IG/Twitter @tayfpodcast or email us at tayfpodcast@gmail.com.