Life, Unfiltered & Rooted

Shakela and Crystal
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Life, Unfiltered & Rooted is a raw and honest podcast hosted by two best friends navigating womanhood, healing, love, faith, boundaries, and growth out loud. We talk about real life without the mask: the messy moments, the lessons that changed us, and the roots that keep us grounded. From sisterhood and motherhood to relationships, grief, and becoming her, this space is for women choosing honesty over perfection and depth over performance. Come as you are. Leave more rooted.

  1. Do It Scared, Sis... What If It Actually Works?

    5d ago

    Do It Scared, Sis... What If It Actually Works?

    Sometimes the best conversations happen in the car. This week, we're ditching the usual setup and taking you along for a real-life catch-up session. We talk about what it means to do things scared, why asking yourself "what does it hurt?" can change your perspective, and the lessons we're learning about dating, healing, and setting boundaries. We also get honest about falling back in love with ourselves through our health journeys, choosing growth over comfort, and giving ourselves permission to start over. If you're in a season of becoming, healing, or simply trying to show up for yourself a little more each day, this conversation is for you. #lifeunfilteredandrooted #podcast #healingjourney #selflove #datingtalk #boundaries #wellnessjourney

    1h 3m
  2. Girls Night In: Unfiltered Confessions, Hot Takes & Pure Chaos

    Jun 1

    Girls Night In: Unfiltered Confessions, Hot Takes & Pure Chaos

    Welcome to Girls Night In with the Rooted Fam! 💕No agenda. No main topic. Just two best friends laughing, sharing hot takes, playing games, spilling confessions, and having the kind of conversations that happen when the cameras are rolling and the comfort level is HIGH.From friendship and relationships to petty opinions, adulthood, and everything in between, this episode feels less like a podcast and more like you're hanging out with us in the room.Grab your snacks, your favorite drink, and settle in because this one is all vibes.#girlsnight #girlsgirls #blackwomenpodcasts

    1h 5m
  3. Why Do Women Get Weird When You Start Winning? + GIVEAWAY 👀

    May 25

    Why Do Women Get Weird When You Start Winning? + GIVEAWAY 👀

    This episode got REAL. 🤎 Today we’re unpacking why support between women — especially Black women — can sometimes feel complicated. From social media comparison, silent competition, fake support, jealousy, friendships, and learning how to truly be a “girls girl”… nothing was off limits. We also took a moment to celebrate YOU GUYS because the love lately has honestly been unreal. From viral reels to new subscribers and engagement across all platforms, the Rooted Fam has been SHOWING OUT and we are beyond grateful. 🥹✨ AND YES… there may or may not be a giveaway announcement somewhere in this episode 👀 so make sure you watch until the END for details! If you’ve ever felt unsupported, compared yourself to another woman, or experienced weird energy once you started leveling up… this conversation is for you. ✨ Don’t forget to:LIKECOMMENTSUBSCRIBE& share this episode with your favorite girls girl 🤎 #LifeUnfilteredAndRooted #BlackWomen #Podcast #GirlsGirl #WomenSupportingWomen #MillennialWomen #Giveaway #YouTubePodcast #Friendships #SocialMedia

    53 min
  4. Skincare & Self-Healing | Mother’s Day Special

    May 11

    Skincare & Self-Healing | Mother’s Day Special

    Happy Mother’s Day to every woman still learning how to pour back into herself 💚In this cozy episode of Life, Unfiltered & Rooted, we slowed things down and did our skincare while having honest conversations about therapy, mental health, healing, and breaking self-sabotaging habits in our 30s.This episode isn’t just about beauty products or routines — it’s about the healing behind the self-care. ✨While doing our skincare, we discussed:Therapy & mental healthSelf-sabotaging habitsProtecting your peaceWellness in your 30sLearning to give yourself graceHealing while still showing up for othersMotherhood may not have been the main topic, but this conversation is for every mom, woman, and person trying to become healthier mentally, emotionally, and physically.So grab your skincare bag, your bonnet, and come sit with us 💕

    1h 14m
  5. We Tried to Stay Focused… It Didn’t Happen 😂

    May 4

    We Tried to Stay Focused… It Didn’t Happen 😂

    We’re joined by our girl Denesha — a nurse, mom, and certified foodie — and the vibes were IMMEDIATE.In this episode:✨ We play Grab the Mic (and it got LOUD 😭)😂 Cut up, laugh, and lose focus… multiple times💬 Talk life, motherhood, and balancing it all🍜 Try a local spot (and yes… it was worth it 👀)If you love real conversations, good energy, and unfiltered moments… this one is for YOU.👉 LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE👉 Drop your favorite local food spots below!Follow Denesha: TikTok: ItsNeshaToYouInsta: ItsNeshaToYouSnap: ItsNeshaaToYou (notice the 2 a’s)YouTube: Nursing With Nesha

    1h 12m
  6. Boss Mom Energy 💅🏾 | Quintessa (Pressed by Tess) | Guest Episode

    Apr 27

    Boss Mom Energy 💅🏾 | Quintessa (Pressed by Tess) | Guest Episode

    In this episode, we sit down with Quintessa — CEO of Pressed by Tess 💅🏾 — as she opens up about building her business while balancing motherhood, marriage, and stepping into content creation.This one is real, unfiltered, and full of gems 💯This episode is for anyone trying to build something while handling real life.Follow Quintessa & support her business:https://pressedbytessnails.as.me/schedule/cf97238fhttps://www.tiktok.com/@_pressedbytess?_r=1&_t=ZT-95q42Q4DSEXhttps://www.instagram.com/_pressedbytess?igsh=MWhzcGRvN2cxYjlybA==https://www.facebook.com/share/1CwnG24inh/

    39 min
  7. Social Media vs Real Life… We Had to Be Honest

    Apr 20

    Social Media vs Real Life… We Had to Be Honest

    This week, we’re talking social media vs real life—the good, the bad, and the fake 👀 We get honest about how much time we spend on our phones, call out fake outrage online, and break down how social media really affects our everyday lives. Plus, we play “Cap or No Cap” and say what everybody’s thinking but not saying 😭 If you’ve ever felt like real life doesn’t match the timeline… this one’s for you.

    52 min
  8. Motherhood Unfiltered: Baby Blues, Postpartum & The Truth Nobody Talks About

    Apr 12

    Motherhood Unfiltered: Baby Blues, Postpartum & The Truth Nobody Talks About

    Season 2 is HERE and we’re starting with something real… parenting. In this episode, we’re diving deeper into the parts of motherhood people don’t always talk about. From postpartum depression and baby blues to the moments that make it all worth it — we’re keeping it completely unfiltered. We also play a game of “Finish the Sentence” and let’s just say… things got honest REAL quick 😅 Motherhood is beautiful, exhausting, emotional, and everything in between — and we’re talking about ALL of it. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, questioned yourself as a mom, or just needed to know you’re not alone… this episode is for you. ✨ Welcome back to Life, Unfiltered & Rooted🎙️ Unfiltered conversations, rooted in truth Don’t forget to:Like 👍🏾 | Comment 💬 | Subscribe 🔔Join the Rooted Fam 🌱

    46 min
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Life, Unfiltered & Rooted is a raw and honest podcast hosted by two best friends navigating womanhood, healing, love, faith, boundaries, and growth out loud. We talk about real life without the mask: the messy moments, the lessons that changed us, and the roots that keep us grounded. From sisterhood and motherhood to relationships, grief, and becoming her, this space is for women choosing honesty over perfection and depth over performance. Come as you are. Leave more rooted.

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  • Creator
    Shakela and Crystal
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Shakela and Crystal
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    Life, Unfiltered & Rooted