Beauties & Banter: A Lifestyle Podcast

Destiny’s Child reunited at #BeyChella and then Michelle Williams announced her engagement! Inspired by her story, on Episode 17 we’re talking finding love after heartbreak through self-care, spirituality, friendship and patience.

On episode 17 we sit down to talk entrepreneurship with Larvetta L. Loftin the CEO and Founder of the L3 Agency, a full-service marketing and communications agency focused on influencer marketing and delivering authentic content for brand engagement. Connect with Larvetta:http://larvettaspeaks.com/

It's a podcast party! On Episode 16, we banter about a very popular topic, 'Can Women Have It All?' Our girlfriends Shana, Madra and Larvetta joined us to chat about marriage, motherhood, redefining success and work/life balance.

We went on "Spring Break" so enjoy this episode of a few of our favorite clips from the season! Will be back with a brand new episode next week :-)

Do you want to build your body or buy it? In episode 14 we are talking body image, plastic surgery, and the pressures to fit into society's beauty standards.

Bogus people are lurking online looking for vulnerable people to take advantage of. Don’t let that be you. On Episode 13, “Case of the Wannabes” we banter about how to determine the real from the fake.

To block or to not block your ex. In Episode 12 we banter about whether it's good to remain friends with your ex or if the block button should be your only option.

In Episode 11 we discuss the importance of self-care. We talk about our self-care routine, the importance of saying no and how sometimes being selfish is the ultimate expression of self-love.

We Luh God and Trap Music.  On Episode 10 we banter about the release of Snoop Dogg's new album 'The Bible of Love' and the blurred lines between the gospel music industry and secular artists.

On Episode 9 we banter about street harassment, random people asking you to "smile" and how we really feel about the "B" word.

We aren't quite ready to boycott Netflix but we still love Mo'nique..for real. On Episode 8, 'Pay Me What I'm Worth' we banter about the gender pay gap and the importance of advocating for yourself in salary negotiations.

Situationships are real in these streets. In episode 7 we banter about commitment (or lack thereof) and how to know when your guy is ready to settle down.

Episode 6 is a #BlackGirlMagic Explosion as we celebrate black excellence.

In Episode 5 we discuss the importance of closure when it comes to our personal and professional relationships. Do we really need closure in order to move on or do we just need to accept things as they are?

In Episode 4, ‘#YouOkaySis? Yep, I Just Need A Moment..' we banter about the recent 'Will I Be Single Forever' post from comedienne, Leslie Jones that went viral. We also celebrate the upcoming Black Panther movie and all things Black Excellence.  Be sure to check out Heritage 1849 to get your Black Super Hero t-shirt. Facebook.com/heritage1849 Email: beautiesandbanter@gmail.com

In Episode 3, ‘Is Travel the New Way to Secure a Bae?’ we banter about the new BravoTV reality show, #ToRomeForLove and the dating struggles and stereotypes black women face in America. Follow Beauties & Banter on Social Media: Facebook.com/beautiesbanter Twitter.com/beautiesbanter Instagram.com/beautiesbanter Emal us your thoughts, ideas and questions at beautiesandbanter@gmail.com

On Episode 2 we banter about CardiB's rise to fame and discuss all the feels folks have about her. Renee is Team #BardiGang but Toya Nicole is on the fence. Either way, we both agree there are some lessons to be learned from her success and struggles.

Meet the beauties behind the podcast. On our first episode we discuss why we started the podcast and get into some banter about the love/hate relationship we have with social media.