85 episodes

A weekly meeting of the minds with Neema (@YvonneSmiles) and Ashley (@poeticrecovery) trying to figure out this thing called LIFE. Take a seat at our table as we discuss self-care, black issues and a whole bunch of other isshhh....because life; she DIFFERENT.

because life podcast Because Life Podcast

    • Society & Culture
    • 5.0 • 17 Ratings

A weekly meeting of the minds with Neema (@YvonneSmiles) and Ashley (@poeticrecovery) trying to figure out this thing called LIFE. Take a seat at our table as we discuss self-care, black issues and a whole bunch of other isshhh....because life; she DIFFERENT.

    ...generational work of self-love

    ...generational work of self-love

    Your favorite podcast duo is back with another episode! Neema and Ashley are here!!! This month we are focusing on the Self-Love aspect Self-Care. On today's episode we discuss how millennials have changed the way we operate in work, relationships, and how we show up for ourselves when it comes to self-love. 

    “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation and that is an act of political warfare” - Audre Lorde

    We deep dive into these questions...What does our self care obsession look like for our future generation? How will it change the workforce? How has it changed the workforce? Parenting has already changed… Gentle parenting. The industry of self-care, help. How businesses changed marketing?...because life.

    Affirmation of the week: I deserve the good things that are coming my way.

    Black Business: By Legally Black, "a lifestyle brand centered on providing quality, comfort and gewd vibes"

    Black Facts:  John Mercer Langston was the first Black man to become a lawyer when he passed the bar in Ohio in 1854. When he was elected to the post of Town Clerk for Brownhelm, Ohio, in 1855 Langston became one of the first African Americans ever elected to public office in America. John Mercer Langston was also the great-uncle of Langston Hughes, famed poet of the Harlem Renaissance.

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    • 1 hr 33 min
    ...you thinking small b!tch

    ...you thinking small b!tch

    Your favorite podcast duo is back with another episode! Neema and Ashley are here!!! This month we are focusing on the Self-Love aspect Self-Care. On today's episode we discuss our dreams. What are your dreams? How are you preparing to make your dreams happen? What does success look like for you. Listen to us deep dive into this conversation and discover some revelations while doing so...because life. 

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    Black Business of the Week: Ty Allan Jackson, author of children’s books on finance and affirmations

    Black Fact: 

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    • 1 hr 29 min
    ...the pressure is getting worser

    ...the pressure is getting worser

    Your favorite podcast duo is back with another episode! Neema and Ashley are here!!! This month we are focusing on the Self-Love aspect Self-Care. On today's episode we discuss de-centering relationships/romance. De-centering means dating on your own terms. It means letting go of what society says you should do and making up the rules as you go. It’s a reminder that you are the main character, and you have a choice in how your romantic interactions work. Listen to us deep dive into the art of self love, as we discover the rules are all fake when it comes to romance and relationships...because life. 

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    Black Business of the Week: Ava Estell Natural Skincare

    Black Fact: The History of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU)

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    • 1 hr 18 min
    ...squatting like Khalif

    ...squatting like Khalif

    Neema and Ashley are back with another episode. This is the last episode for the Friendship Series. On this week's episode we dive into the question, Can men and women be friends only? Baby, this episode gets down to the nitty and gritty. And it gets a little heated with our special guest, Keith Lamar, Owner/Founder/COO of '85 Music. We take a deep dive into who men and women really dress for when they go out. This has to be one of the most improved episodes, so prepare for the ride...because life!

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    Black Business of the Week: Color Noir

    Black Fact: The History of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU)

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    • 1 hr 50 min
    ...I sob a lot

    ...I sob a lot

    Neema and Ashley are back with another episode. This month it's all about friendship. We did our normal check in and in typical Neema and Ashley fashion we did some deep diving into discussions not about friendship. Then we answered some questions from "the And" card game on friendships. You don't want to miss out on some of these questions...awkward lol!  Feel free to comment on our IG page your thoughts on the topic. 

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    Black Business of the Week: Houston White x Target (Collaboration)

    Black Fact: Abbott Elementary

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    • 1 hr 9 min
    ...ghosted for one year

    ...ghosted for one year

    Neema and Ashley are back with another episode. This month it's all about friendship. Today the discussion was about the loss of a friendship. Have you experienced a friendship ending? What are some reasons your friendships have ended? How do you cope with the ending of a friendship that has meant so much to you? Of course the ladies go into other topics of friendships, so sit tight and enjoy the conversation. And feel free to comment on the IG your thoughts on the topic. The month of October is dedicated to all things friendship...because life.

    Black Business of the Week: FBF Body by Zakia Blain

    Black Fact: Alexander Miles

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    • 1 hr 20 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
17 Ratings

17 Ratings

Yen-yan ,

A breathe of fresh air.....

Listening to Neema and Ashley’s Podcast is truly the beacon that I need every week. Their podcast not only, centers my everyday struggles in life but it makes me feel better that I am not alone. Thank you guys for the weekly enlightenments and words of wisdom. Looking forward to many more episodes, because life!!!!

Michante83 ,

Dope podcast!

Neema & Ashley are the only ones I listen too being that I’m new to this podcast thing! I can relate to certain things they talk about. This is my outlet and being more open with how I deal with stuff on the regular. Keep it up ladies love y’all

leah michelle y ,

real life insights!

I love listening to Neema and Ashley because their podcast feels like a conversation with friends. sometimes I like to turn their podcast on when I need some perspective, especially if I'm feeling down. keep it up ladies!

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