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#53 Get ready for a rollercoaster of entertaining and insightful advice as we tackle a range of topics together while I answer your WHAT WOULD KOKO DO questions. From deciphering a guy's good morning text to contemplating getting back with an ex, I'll fearlessly share my thoughts and guidance. We'll also explore dating someone who smokes weed occasionally, navigating relationships with friends during challenging times, and the complexities of dating someone with kids.

But wait, there's more! Let's shine the spotlight on life in your 20s. Whether you're seeking advice on settling down or finding that perfect entry-level job, I've got you covered. Together, we'll navigate this transformative period with confidence and uncover the keys to success.

Now, relationships take center stage. Have you ever found yourself crushing on your best friend? I'll provide insights on how to handle these situations and maintain your friendship with honesty and integrity. And let's not forget about dealing with cheating exes. I'll share strategies to help you heal and move forward, leaving the past where it belongs.

In addition, we'll dive into the realm of exclusivity without labels. It can be a confusing territory, but fear not! I'll guide you on setting expectations, communicating your needs, and navigating these undefined relationships with clarity and confidence. We'll also explore the question of how often to see someone you're dating in the early stages. I'll share practical tips to help you strike the right balance and set healthy boundaries as your connection evolves.

Lastly, let's talk about the potential red flags of maintaining friendships with exes. It's a delicate subject, but one worth addressing. I'll provide insights and perspective on navigating this terrain, allowing you to make choices that align with your well-being and personal growth.

So, get ready for an episode filled with entertaining anecdotes, valuable insights, and honest advice. Tune in to Boujee Best Friend's "What Would Koko Do?" and join me on this empowering journey of self-discovery, relationship navigation, and finding your path in your 20s.

Let's embark on this adventure together, and remember, I'm here to be your trusted confidante and guide as you embrace your best, boujee life.



xoxo,

Koko



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#52 In this episode, we are joined by licensed therapist and content creator, Jeff Guenther. Jeff covers a wide range of topics related to relationships, therapy, and mental health. He shares his experience working with individuals facing anxiety and suicidal thoughts before opening his own private practice in Portland, Oregon. Jeff also talks about being a content creator where he offers relationship advice, tips, and mental health resources on TikTok and Instagram. 



Jeff shares insights on relationships, therapy, cheating, friendships, communication, and more. Jeff covers various topics, including how our childhood experiences shape adult relationships, keeping romance alive, and dealing with narcissism and cheating. Tune in for a thought-provoking episode that offers valuable tips and advice for optimizing mental health and healthy relationships. 



Episode highlights:

- Jeff’s background 

- CBT therapy 

- Criteria for finding the therapist who’s right for you

- FAQs in discussing dating in therapy 

- Learning about love and intimacy from a young age 

- Outgrowing friendships

- Adult friendships 

- Why are men so into video games? 

- Feeling like your needs are not being met

- Sex role issues in long term relationships 

- Keeping romance in a relationship alive 

- Feeling like your relationship is becoming boring 

- Accepting imperfections in a relationship 

- Why people cheat 

- Narcissism in relationships  



Timestamps:

0:00- 7:45 | Jeff’s background 

0:00- 7:45 | Criteria for finding the therapist who’s right for you

7:45- 13:20 | The psychology in dating 

13:20- 28:00  | Friendships 

28:00- 41:00 | Solving problems in long term relationships 

41:00- 45:15 | Communication in a relationship 

45:15- 51:50 | Why people cheat 

51:50- 55:37 |  About Jeff’s job



CONNECT WITH JEFF:

https://www.tiktok.com/@therapyjeff?_t=8cU5slhY8Lr&_r=1 

https://instagram.com/therapyjeff?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== 

https://www.therapyjeff.com/ 

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCPvzconEIUrYJlYC37Bd8OQ?sub_confirmation=1%3Fsub_confirmation%3D1#bottom-sheet 



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 #51 In this week’s Boujee Best Friend episode, I am joined by my friend Kat Saenz as we interview Magic Mike Dancers Kalon Badenhorst and Burim Jusufi. I wanted to welcome our Magic Mike guests onto the show because I am so impressed with everything they do! There can be many misconceptions about the Magic Mike shows. It is so much more than guys just dancing with their clothes off. They are changing people’s lives by giving women confidence, respecting them and allowing women to express themselves.

In this episode, we dive into the world of the Magic Mike show and explore how it empowers women while showcasing some of the most talented male dancers in the industry. We discuss the criteria these performers must meet and what women really want from the show. We also explore how the dancers choose women to come on stage and how they interact with the audience.



We also answer burning questions from our Boujee Besties from the WWKD segment, including what it's like to date as a Magic Mike dancer?

Join us for an enlightening conversation about the Magic Mike show and the positive impact it has on women everywhere.



Episode highlights:

-About the Magic Mike show 

-Empowering women

-Criteria to be a Magic Mike Dancer  

-What women want 

-How the dancers choose a woman to come on stage 

-Interacting with the Magic Mike audience 

-Kalon’s process of becoming Magic Mike

-Burning questions from our Boujee Best Friends 

-Dating as a Magic Mike Dancer 



Timestamps:

0:00- 3:30 | Intro 

3:30- 15:20 | Magic Mike show empowering women 

15:20- 22:00 | Interacting with the Magic Mike audience 

22:00- 23:45 | Process behind becoming Magic Mike 

23:45- 30:20 | Questions from Koko’s audience 

30:20- 37:30 | Dating as a Magic Mike Dancer 



CONNECT WITH KALON:

https://www.instagram.com/kalonb_sa/?hl=en 



CONNECT WITH BURIM:

https://www.instagram.com/b1world/ 



CONNECT WITH MAGIC MIKE:

https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/the-magic-mike-podcast/id1674373189?i=1000605120541 

https://www.mmltour.com/ 



CONNECT WITH KAT:

https://www.instagram.com/katt.saenz



CONNECT WITH KOKO:

https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/

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50. In this episode, we welcome Jenny Meinen, a psychologist, and coach specializing in helping women elevate their mindset, emotional well-being, self-love, and spirituality. Jenny has dedicated herself to creating a loving and supportive community for like-minded women to come together and heal.

Throughout the episode, Jenny and I discuss various topics related to self-love, getting over breakups, and reclaiming personal power. We delve into understanding the mind and emotions, different types of attachment styles, and the importance of learning how to respond instead of reacting impulsively. The conversation also touches on preventing anxiety in relationships and the impact of anxious and avoidant attachment styles.  

Jenny's message throughout the episode is clear: you are worthy of love and deserve to prioritize yourself.​​ Overall, this episode is an informative resource for anyone looking to cultivate self-love, regain their power, and surround themselves with a loving and supportive community of like-minded women.

Episode highlights:

-Jenny’s start in her career

-Understanding your mind and emotions

-Insecure and secure attachment styles

-Learning how to respond versus react

-Preventing anxiety in a relationship

-Anxious and avoidant attachment styles

-Limiting beliefs

-High standards vs. self-sabotage

-How we react to rejection

-Finding a healthy support system

-Women’s energetic and hormonal cycles

-Doing things for yourself 


Timestamps:
0:00- 2:45 | Intro
2:45- 19:40 | Different attachment styles 
19:40- 33:15 | Societal norms and limiting beliefs 
33:15- 36:35 | Dealing with rejection 
36:35- 48:30 | Self-love and self sabotage 

CONNECT WITH JENNY:

https://www.instagram.com/jennymeinen/

https://jennymeinen.com/ 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfU2ajoVOJYSUErmyKflsBA 

https://www.tiktok.com/@thedatingpsychologist 

CONNECT WITH KOKO:

https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/

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https://boujeebestie.com/ 

#49 Joining us on this podcast episode is Courtney Spritzer, the CEO and co-founder of Socialfly and co-host of the podcast, Entreprenistas. Courtney takes us through her journey as an entrepreneur, starting from the inception of Socialfly to its current position as a successful social media agency. This episode is a treasure trove of business advice for all #ENTREPRENISTAS out there. 

During the conversation, Courtney provides valuable advice on finding and bringing on co-founders and effective strategies for scaling a business. She emphasizes the importance of being resourceful during tough times and shares her experience starting a podcast to share powerful stories.

Listeners will gain insights into effective networking skills, time blocking, and prioritizing tasks for maximum impact. As an experienced entrepreneur, Courtney offers sound business advice and discusses the common traits of successful entrepreneurs. Whether you want to start or grow a business or are just interested in social media and podcasting, this episode is packed with valuable tips and insights for you! 

Episode Highlights


Courtney’s entrepreneurial journey 


Advice for bringing on cofounders 


Advice for growing a business at scale 


Being resourceful in business when times are tough 


Starting a podcast and sharing powerful stories 


How to network 


Time Blocking


Deciding what tasks need to be focused on 


What a social media agency does 


The evolution of social media 


Business advice 


Common traits of a successful entrepreneur 





CONNECT WITH COURTNEY:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/entreprenista/id1441790895 

https://www.socialflyny.com/ 

https://www.instagram.com/courtspritzer/?hl=en 



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Time stamps:

0:00- 9:48 | Courtney’s entrepreneurial journey

9:48- 18:10 | How to scale your business

18:10- 25:00 | Starting a podcast and networking

25:00- 33:30 | Time blocking, focus, and regular business tasks

33:30- 39:00 | About the business of social media

39:00- 52:00 | Business advice for success

#48 In this episode, I have the pleasure of hosting my good friend, ⁠Laura Chirino⁠, a talented artist originally from Cuba, currently residing in Miami. Laura's inspiring journey in the art world is the topic of discussion as she shares how she hustled to sell her work to achieve success. She talks about the powerful concept of "fake it till you make it" and how it aided her in the early days of her career. Additionally, Laura stresses the importance of maintaining momentum in the pursuit of one's art and how rejection has served as a motivating force in her creative process.
The episode delves into Laura's journey of self-discovery as an artist and how she found her worth in the industry. She takes us through her artistic process and how she successfully transformed her hobby into a career. A key theme throughout the conversation is the significance of believing in oneself and one's abilities, as Laura highlights how this can propel individuals toward success in their respective fields.
Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, or pursuing any other career path, this episode offers valuable insights and advice to help you achieve your goals. So tune in and join us on this inspiring journey with Laura Chirino!

Episode highlights 
-Fake it till you make it. 
-About Laura’s art
-Hustling to sell your work
-Finding what your work is worth 
-Keeping up momentum in your work 
-Believing in yourself 
-Laura’s artistic process 
-Being motivated by rejection 
-Turning your hobby into your career 
-Work-life balance 

CONNECT WITH LAURA:
⁠https://artbychirino.com/⁠ 
⁠https://www.instagram.com/artbychirino/⁠  

CONNECT WITH KOKO:
⁠https://www.instagram.com/kokobeaute/⁠
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⁠https://www.boujeebestie.com⁠

Timestamps:
0:00- 6:00 | Laura's intro and background 
6:00- 12:45 | About Laura’s start in art 
12:45- 17:50 | Figuring out what your work is worth 
17:50- 28:25  | About Laura’s work, struggles, and artistic process 
28:25- 36:15 | Turning your hobby into your career  
36:15- 48:00 | Balancing work and life