Unconventional Conversations

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Father/daughter pair share candid and unfiltered intergenerational conversations about everything from current affairs, issues of race, entertainment, careers, relationships and love.

Unconventional Conversations


    • Jun 19, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 39m AVG DURATION
    • 15 EPISODES


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    Episode 15: Unrealistic Expectations

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2019 34:04


    On this episode of Unconventional Conversations, Charles and Lachelle discuss how unrealistic expectations can affect the sustainability and growth of romantic relationships, specifically marriages. You don't wanna miss this episode. Great advice and discussions. Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast   Intro music by Black Alley

    Episode 14: How Has Nipsey Hussle's Death Affected Mothers of Young Black Men?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2019 35:00


    On this episode of UCC, we talk about the untimely death of Nipsey Hussle and how his death is affecting mothers of young black men. We also discuss celebrity deaths and how they affected the older generations vs. present day. Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast  

    Episode 13: Speak Your Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2019 35:00


    Tune in to the NEW episode of Unconventional Conversations! This episode we begindiscussing the Jussie Smollett "situation" but the conversation quickly makes a 180 into a deep dive about the current catchphrase - Speaking Your Truth. Can people of color authentically "speak their truth" without fear of backlash? You definitely don't want to miss this discussion. Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast  

    Episode 12: Kevin's Heart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2019 37:53


    Welcome to 2019 everyone! On this episode we discuss Kevin Hart's dilemma with the LGBTQA+ community and the Oscars. We also talk about the aftermath of the R. Kelly documentary and what parents should glean from the unfortunate/alleged abuse he imposed on numerous young girls and women. Tune in and share with a friend! Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast

    Episode 11: Unpacking The Red Table Talk w/ Jada and Will Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2018 46:11


    On this episode, we unpack the season premiere episodes of Jada Pinkett Smith's Red Table Talk series. We discuss her unique relationship with her life partner/spouse Will Smith and do a deep dive into how the dynamics of their relationship can apply and possibly salvage many long-term committed relationships/marriages. This is a deep one. Tune in!    Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast

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    Episode 10: The Hookup Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2018 35:08


    On this episode we discuss the "hookup" culture - is it real? is it prevalent? What are the pros and cons of giving away all that free lovin'? Get ready for another interesting discussion! Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast  

    Episode 9: Love Languages and the Amazon Effect on Relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2018 43:04


    On this episode, we discuss the concept of the five love languages and dig a bit deeper into what it takes to sustain a relationship for the long haul. We also discuss if marriage can make you happy and how the "Amazon effect" is shifting the way we select potential mates. Dropping some gems on this episode so get ready! Music: All-N-1 (Mandingo)  

    Episode 8: Working Toward Wellness in the Black Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2018 37:50


    Health and wellness is a crucial topic within the African American community. In this episode we dig deep into the intergenerational differences of how we view(ed) health and wellness from the 50s to present day and some possible solutions to many of the health crises that affect our race. 

    Episode 7 : Power Recap, Hip Hop vs Rap, Is R&B Dead?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2018 44:00


    In this episode we unpack the season premier of one of our favorite series, Power. We also talk about the difference between Hip Hop and Rap, discuss the top music artists of today (and why), dad gets a crash course in what mumble rap is all about, schools Lachelle on who the best R&B crooners were from back in the day and decide if R&B is officially null and void. This is a fun episode and we think you would want to be a part of this debate.  Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast

    Episode 6: Are We Losing Our Religion?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2018 43:45


    In this episode we discuss the state of religion and spirituality in the black community. We share some details from our personal spiritual journeys, examine how our community views religion from the 60s to present day and share some advice for our listeners who are exploring their spirituality.    Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast

    Episode 5: Being a Black Professional in Today's America

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2018 46:36


    In this episode, we discuss the climate of professional culture in today's America, the nuances of subtle (and not so subtle) racial microagressions and double standards in the workplace and dad puts on his executive coaching hat to share words of wisdom for new and seasoned professionals of color. Join the convo! Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast   *Intro and Outro Music by Black Alley   

    Episode 4: How Did We Get Here?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 45:37


    Raising a daughter in the 90s was no easy feat for a few reasons:- Lil Kim- The introduction of the internet- Teen nightclubs- Her choice to attend a college, hundreds of miles away On this episode of UCC, we take a step back and do an informal Q&A about how our father/daughter relationship was established and solidified. We discuss what we got right, where we went wrong, entertaining memories PLUS dad has some sound advice for fathers raising daughters. Join the conversation. Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.com www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast   *Intro and Outro Music by Dubmatix 

    Episode 3: Rethinking the "Nuclear Family" & Considering Alternative Lifestyles

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2018 35:00


    We packed a lot in 35 mins.Too much to type. Just listen and let us know your thoughts. unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 2: Black-on-Black Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2018 37:46


    In this episode, we begin discussing the state of black (romantic) love and relationships and well, things go a bit left...in a good way. Tune in to part one of the discussion.  Share your feedback/offer show topics/be a part of the chat Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.comWeb: www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast

    Episode 1: Inspiration w/out Action?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2018 30:25


    Welcome to the first episode of Unconventional Conversations. In today's show we discuss Black Panther (the movie), the take aways for black culture, an intergenerational perspective on the film and more.    Share your feedback/offer show topics/be a part of the discussion Email: unconventionalconvospodcast@gmail.comWeb: www.unconventionalconversationspodcast.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/unconventionalconvospodcast  

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