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Unpack ‘n Bounce Back! Reyna Biddy and Skye Townsend team up to share their personal experiences and tough lessons learned while navigating through life. The poet and comedienne duo will leave you laughing, crying, and inspired as they engage in honest conversations. Stories. Spoken word. Opinions. Comedy. Reflections. Weekly Challenges. Two perspectives—Unfiltered,With love.

Reyna Biddy & Skye Townsend


    • Jul 3, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 49m AVG DURATION
    • 50 EPISODES

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    Art of Mastery: Putting In Your 10,000 Hours

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 53:31


    This one is for the dreamers who are trying to figure out the big picture. Join us for a conversation about studying for the career that you want. Have you put in your 10,000 hours? Do you think success is owed to you simply because you work hard?Let's chat!Skye & ReynaIG: @skyetownsend x @reynabiddy

    Diving Timing: What Does Alignment Look Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 36:56


    What does it mean for things to align divinely? How do you prepare for your life to go your way? Join us for a convo about divinity. Enjoy!Skye & ReynaIG: @skyetownsend x @reynabiddy

    Resentment

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 45:37


    Heavy topic but we include a few giggles ;). Join us for a conversation about resentment. Do you know how to release resentment and anger? Skye & ReynaIG: @skyetownsend x @reynabiddy

    Ghosting: What Happens When Your BOO Disappears?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 34:38


    Yikes! Nobody likes being ghosted. Listen to us have a convo about past experiences with ghosting. Skye & ReynaIG: @skyetownsend x @reynabiddy

    Support System

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 61:46


    Oh my! Season three is finally here. Life has been crazy and we didn't feel like it was the right time to return. We have missed you all so much and figured... what better topic to begin with than support? We hope you enjoy season three of unpack 'n bounce back!Skye & ReynaIG: @skyetownsend x @reynabiddy

    EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT - Merry Christmas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2022 12:47


    Have you missed us?!Have a healthy & safe holiday. Love you guys.202[3]-RB & ST

    SOMETHING LIGHT

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 26:52


    SURPRISE! I made the decision to not put this on all streaming platforms, being that it's an EP (not an album). I also wanted loved ones to digest this, versus it being accessible to whomever. No Evil eyes. Enjoy.

    Transparency: What Does It Mean to Bare Your Soul? (season finale)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 43:39


    We are sad yet proud to announce that we have made it to the end of another season. Thank you to everyone who has joined us for this ride and shared with friends & family. Please enjoy this conversation about transparency as we share our thoughts about tackling another season, reflect on life shifts throughout the year and discuss future plans for the podcast!If you can't get enough, we have unreleased episodes and Q&As on our Patreon account.www.patreon.com/unpacknbouncebackStay in touch with us on Instagram until next time!@unpacknbounceback@skyetownsend & @reynabiddytake care of yourselves and thank you for listening! 

    Discipline: What Does It Take to be Your Best Self?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2021 38:48


    Season two is coming to an end and we are tapping into discipline to keep you all motivated as we take time off. What does it mean to have discipline? Is it a positive or negative word to you? Join us as we share some tips to help stay on track and further our dreams and goals. As always, thank you for listening and connecting with us. This season surely has been a lovely ride.For more content, unreleased episodes and BTS while we are away, add us on Patreon!www.patreon.com/unpacknbouncebackSkye & Reyna

    Navigating Adulthood: Breaking Down What It Means To Grow Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2021 83:32


    We knew this episode was going to go deep but we surely were not prepared for all this! As we approach the end of season two, join us for a convo about what it means to become an adult. We discuss the age that we finally felt grown, lessons we wished we learned sooner and different reflections about stepping into adulthood in it's entirety. Let's unpack...Skye & ReynaPlease visit us on instagram to share your thoughts on the episode. :) @unpacknbounceback

    Read The Room: How to be More Observant

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 66:24


    Woohoo! Back with another episode of season two. Join us for a discussion about reading the room. Do you know when it's time to leave a social setting? Do you unknowingly overstay your welcome? Need more tips to thrive in a space where you may be uncomfortable? Listen to some of our stories and experiences with reading energy, body language and adjusting to different personalities while out in the world. Enjoy!Reyna & Skyefollow us on IG: @unpacknbouncebackPatreon.com/unpacknbounceback

    Childhood Favorites

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 50:50


    Join us for a funny convo about all of our favorite things when we were young (and if we still relate to them now)! Our favorite shows, foods, hobbies and more! Reminiscing can be fun sometimes too!@unpacknbouncebackSkye & Reyna

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    Kindness

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 33:20


    Join us for a conversation about kindness. We dive into the difference between being kind and nice, when we learned the true meaning and how we view ourselves. We definitely enjoyed this conversation and hope you do as well!Let's dive in....Skye & Reyna @unpacknbounceback on IG

    Siblings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 56:30


    We are back with another episode of season two and the topic is siblings! Join us as we discuss our own families, what we have learned from our sisters and brothers, some tips to get along better with your own siblings and more! Hopefully this episode opens your mind and inspires you to connect and release in order to mend some of your relationships! Let's dive in.Reyna & SkyeIG: @unpacknbounceback

    Flex: Celebration or Brag?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 48:38


    What does it mean to flex? Is it a positive or negative word to you?  Join us for a juicy discussion about what it means to publicly share and discuss your wins. Two very different opinions. Enjoy!Reyna & SkyeIG: @unpacknbounceback

    Outside: Back to Reality

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 30:56


    Join us for a conversation about readjusting to life with less restrictions and more freedom. We cover social anxiety, bad habits we won't bring into the post-pandemic world and the biggest lessons we have learned from being stuck in the house. As restrictions are lifted, remember to not lose the compassion and gratitude we have learned over this wild time.Let's dive in...Skye & ReynaIG: @unpacknbounceback 

    Manifestation: Speaking Things into Existence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 43:41


    Is there an art to manifestion? Or could it truly just be “speaking things into existence?” Do you consider yourself a good manifester? Or are you still unsure about the overall concept? Tap in with us as we dive into our personal manifestation stories. Listen as we share about both the good and the bad. @unpacknbounceback

    Audacity! ft. Rapsody

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 50:36


    A guest!? Could it be?! Join us and the extremely talented recording artist, Rapsody, for a conversation about what it means to have audacity, build confidence and humble yourself while chasing your dreams. As always, we bring the stories, honesty and deep-belly laughs. Let's dive in. @unpacknbounceback @rapsody

    Rejection

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 33:55


    Join us as we unpack rejection in all forms. Whether it's from a loved one, a stranger or a boss, it all can sting. We share our own personal stories, share much needed laughs (as always) and possibly get a little sensitive. LOL! Time to unpack....IG: @unpacknbounceback

    Inner Child

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 34:13


    What is your inner child? Who were you before? When’s the last time you played? When’s the last time you did something to satisfy the young YOU? Join us as we dive into this topic. On this episode we share personal stories from our past (and our present), our ideas of what an inner child is and how to keep it thriving AND protected. 

    Season Of Singleness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 77:16


    We are bringing the heat for season two. We spent a bunch of time discussing heartbreak season one, so let's dive into what it means to really be single. We break down the importance of learning yourself outside of a relationship, how to spend your time when single, being single in your youth vs. your late twenties and the pros and cons. As always, we share, we laugh and we bounce back!Let's dive in!Skye & Reyna@unpacknbounceback on IG for more.

    Empathy: Are You An Empath?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 40:44


    Oh my goodness! It has been a while, hasn't it?! We are back from our hiatus and ready to share season 2 with you all. We hope, as always, that you connect to the transparency and in depth (yet somehow lighthearted) convos we share.To open the season, we want to dive into all things empathy. You already know what it is. Time to unpack 'n bounce back!Reyna & Skye@unpacknbounceback 

    Do You Miss Us!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 40:00


    Checking in, sharing some lessons we are learning during quarantine, reflecting a bit and announcing something exciting! Had to link up for some much-needed laughter.Instagram: @unpacknbouncebackLove you all.See you Season 2.

    Favorite Quotes & Words Of Wisdom

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 56:03


    Has it really been six months already?! Join us for our season one finale where we share our favorite quotes and words of wisdom. It's been a crazy time in the world and sometimes the smallest sentence can shift your entire perspective. Thank you for listening. Thank you for connecting. Thank you for staying. We will see you soon! :)In the meantime, if you want to keep up with what's to come, follow our instagram @unpacknbounceback. Tell a friend or two about the podcast + please leave us a kind review if you've enjoyed yourself.It's been a pleasure,Skye & Reyna@SkyeTownsend x @ReynaBiddy

    Boundaries: Rules & Standards

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 56:06


    Let's dive into discussing "boundaries" and what they mean to us personally. Do you view boundaries as standards or strict rules? What are some personal laws you've established to maintain healthy relationships? Also remember, boundaries include physical boundaries, as well as, emotional boundaries. Join us for a funny lighthearted convo about protecting your space and your peace!If you want more content, follow us on Instagram at @unpacknbounceback and be sure to leave a rating + review if you are enjoying listening!

    Human Connection: Pros, Cons, Joys & Stresses

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 61:11


    What do you think of when you hear the word "connection"? What's the first memory you have of realizing what the human connection is? Let's discuss the pros, cons, joys and stresses about being able to connect to people easily.Let's dive in! Be sure to leave a review on the Apple podcast app if you're enjoying season one thus far!

    Life is Good: Perspective is Everything!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 71:01


    We know there's so much going on in the world but feel like it's important to still find time to tap into your gratitude and daily joys. We showed up to the studio and both agreed that even through the chaos, life is still good. Let's get into a hilarious conversation about shifting your perspective.

    Music: Our Favorite Songs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 79:22


    Do you have specific songs you run to when you're sad, excited or in the mood? Join us for a discussion about music, the impact it has had on our lives and our favorite songs! To skip the discussion and jump right into song recommendations, start at 27 minutes. Tell us some of your favorite songs on our instagram (@unpacknbounceback)!

    Releasing Pain

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 48:58


    Healing is a never-ending part of life. Sometimes the process can be incredibly painful. Join us as we share stories about purging our pain, what it feels like to purify your spirit and how we know a breaking point is approaching. Let's get honest and dive right in!

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    Moving On From Heartbreak

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 76:47


    Join us for an in-depth conversation about healing from heartbreak. We share our personal experiences as we explore the difference between young and adult heartbreak as well as the "do's and don'ts" of starting over!

    Toxic Traits

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 32:53


    Have you ever taken some time to reflect on the ways that you're toxic to yourself? Are you cautious of how you speak to yourself and to others? Do you find that you critique more than you celebrate? Let's have an honest discussion about some of our lowest moments and how we learned to treat ourselves better.

    Reminiscing

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 56:03


    Our favorite moment of the season is finally here. We go high, we go low, we go deep with eachother. Reciting poetry in front of others can be so intimidating! Placing yourself in positions to be intimate and vulnerable in front of your loved ones, even scarier! On today’s episode we share our pieces, and ask one another questions on the process of writing.

    Having Tough Conversations

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 59:59


    A huge part of becoming an adult is learning how to properly navigate tough conversations. They will always be a part of life so let's discuss ways to make them a little easier. Join us as we share stories about revealing heavy secrets, quitting jobs, firing managers and speaking up to disrespectful strangers. Let's dive in and get this over with... shall we?!

    Unlearning Bad Habits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 73:08


    When’s the last time you sat yourself down and forced yourself to acknowledge the baggage—then get rid of it? Tired of all the extra weight in your life? No longer satisfied with the old ways and bad habits you inflict upon yourself? Let them go. In order to release the unwanted, you have to identify what they are. What have you learned in this life, that no longer suits you? Let’s get into unlearning!

    *season surprise* Vamp by Skye Townsend

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2020 4:37


    SURPRISE! We have decided to drop surprises throughout the season whenever we hit a new goal. We will not announce them or gives a heads up of what's inside. It can be unheard poetry, a quick message from someone special, hints about new exciting projects and more! We will record them in our rawest form. No edits. Off the dome. Fresh feelings. This is our first one. Skye shares new poetry entitled "Vamp". ENJOY!

    21 Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 53:06


    21 questions... sort of. Things have been heavy lately and we just needed a good laugh. Listen in on our convo as we ask each other random questions and dig deeper into fun facts we have never discussed before. Let’s dive in!

    Friendship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 70:32


    FRIENDS! How many of us have them? How many of us are good friends back? Whew. Making friends as an adult can be so challenging! It can be overwhelming to maneuver friendships when it seems like the people around you are stuck in their old ways. Join us as we go deep about what friendship means to us, why the term “best friend” isn’t always positive, successful keys to growing with your friends and more.

    What's Your Lust Language?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 35:24


    Are you looking for love or looking for lust? Do you have a “type”? What is the first thing that catches your eye when you’re interested in someone? Join us as we laugh and revisit stories about chemistry and flirting. This episode is sure to leave your stomach hurting from laughing. Let’s dive in and get a little lusty... shall we!?

    New Feelings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 13:24


    it’s time for some poetry, isn’t it!? we both wrote a spoken word piece (to the same beat that we played on the previous episode, titled “Pet Peeves and Random Things”). for this challenge, we explored the topic of “romantic reflections”. neither one of us knew what the other was going to share until we started the episode. enjoy! two poems. two different perspectives. one beat. If you want to try your hand at it, go back to the previous episode and listen for the challenge of the week.

    Pet Peeves and Random Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 51:01


    Get to know us! By this point we’ve let you in on some of our deepest memories. We’ve expressed some of our highest highs and our lowest lows. You may wonder, what more is there to know? Here’s a chance to learn the most random things about us. From our biggest fears to our number one deal breakers! In a time where we all need laughter, we hope this brings you some joy.

    Spirituality: Letting Signs Guide You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 54:01


    Have you ever heard gods voice before? What’s it sound like? Have you ever tapped in with spirit? What did it feel like? What do spirit guides look like to you? How do you recognize the signs that’re assisting you throughout your journey? We hope this discussion helps you connect deeper.

    Black Lives Matter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 112:27


    We couldn’t decide whether or not to record this episode, but history is being made, and uncomfortable conversations need to be had. This isn’t about isolating our non-Black listeners but more about sharing our own experiences in hopes that it inspires others to get more involved. We also acknowledge that there are many ways to get involved that don’t require physical work. Do whatever sits best in your spirit. We come from love always and hope you stand on the right side of history. Every life is valuable. Everyone deserves to live freely and not in fear that they’re a target. Thank you for listening. This was not easy to discuss and we hope it inspires you to have tougher conversations, challenge yourself and your friends, and be mindful of the black experience—on a daily basis.

    Heartbreak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 82:25


    Join us for a candid conversation about how we have been hurt, how we have hurt others and how we are healing. We hope that by discussing our own heartbreaks through out the years openly, you're inspired to reflect on how to heal from situations you never made peace with. Grab your favorite snacks and let's dive in! *cues Tamia's Officially Missing You*

    Visiting Our Notes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 16:08


    How often do you jot down your feelings without thinking too deeply into them? Do you ever pick up your phone and just vent or write or spit out random thoughts to help process your emotions!? All of your words hold power. Go back to them, every now and again. Join us as we dig into our notes and explore old venting sessions, think pieces, jumbled thoughts and unheard poems. You’d be surprised what you find when you revisit your notes. Let’s dive in!

    Loneliness

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 58:23


    Whew! The loneliness during quarantine has been exhausting hasn’t it? Hopefully our podcast helps you process some of these feelings during a pandemic. Even when you’re alone, we are here for you. Let’s dive into some of the feelings we are all afraid of, shall we?

    Quarantine Reflection & Guided Meditation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 35:15


    Quarantine epiphanies, victories or miseries? Let’s chat about how the down time during this pandemic has been filled with heavy lessons and a deeper appreciation for all things. We’ll end with a light hearted meditation. To skip straight to the meditation and affirmation portion of this episode, led by Reyna, begin at 26:40. Music created by Moreduum. Be sure to leave a rating and review if you enjoy!

    Social Media Tips & Trix

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 41:16


    Join us (and Shemar Tissue!) as we discuss social media and how we have used it to immensely help shape and benefit both of our careers. We will dive into our favorite tricks, tips, apps, facts and hacks!

    Therapy: The Works

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 45:29


    Things are about to get personal. We’re diving headfirst into Therapy! Join us for a very honest and candid conversation about our experiences with therapy. The good, the bad, the emotional, the ugly. Is it worth it? Is it not?

    Self Care Ain't Selfish

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 48:42


    Indulging in self care isn’t selfish! Checking in with yourself is necessary. Join us as we discuss our favorite ways to show love to ourselves and recharge at home on a budget. Self care isn’t a plus but a necessity. How do you unwind, relax and recharge?

    Let's Dive In

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 59:46


    Well, here we are. New podcast. New project. New venture. Welcome! Before we dive into topics, we want you to learn a little bit more about us & our dynamic. Let’s get acquainted and dive in to some honesty.

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