The Boonie Breakdown

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Your source for all things Responsible & Ratchet! If you're not here for honest, candid conversations about sex, love, relationships, pop culture, feminism and a whole lot of other sh*t, then why are you here?! This is where we break. it. down. Join Boonie, with her friends and special guests, for real and off-the-cuff discussions on life's every day happenings. Listen, leave a comment, click a rating and write a review! Then tweet, snap, send a smoke signal or a carrier pigeon--but be sure to tell your friends.

  1. 4D AGO

    281 - Discipline Over Vibes with Brian

    In this episode, I'm joined by our resident problematic fav Brian for a funny, honest, and low-key dragging conversation about the lie we tell ourselves every January: "New Year, New Me." We get real about why most resolutions flop, how self-awareness is the missing ingredient to growth, and what it actually looks like to hold yourself accountable instead of just talking about change. From tech foolishness to internet culture rants, reality TV hot takes, and our very personal health and habit check-ins, this one is equal parts laughs and life lessons — with a little gym trauma sprinkled in for good measure. We also discuss: 🎯 Why honesty with yourself is the first step to any real glow-up 🕶️ Brian's meta glasses and the unexpected (and questionable) possibilities 🚫 Brian's Dry January and what clarity without alcohol really feels like 🪞 Learning to check your own habits, vices, and excuses before life does it for you Support The Boonie Breakdown: ✨ Join Boonie on Patreon for exclusive bonus content & behind-the-scenes extras: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 🛍️ Shop The Boonie Breakdown Store: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop Let's Keep in Touch! 📲 Follow on Instagram: @TheBoonieBreakdown 📘 Like on Facebook: facebook.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com or submit comments at thebooniebreakdown.com/contact 💬 Use the hashtag #TheBoonieBreakdown and tag #PodIn to share your thoughts.   Chapters 0:10 Welcome to the Boonie Breakdown 0:46 Pick of the Week: Traders 2:27 Addressing Bias in Reality TV 3:12 Feedback from Episode 280 6:14 Housekeeping and Announcements 6:53 New Year, New You 7:48 Clarity in Sobriety 11:59 Health Journey Reflections 14:15 Self-Assessment and Honesty 22:17 Tech Gadgets and Tracking 28:02 Aging and Social Media 30:05 Validation and Self-Esteem 34:32 The Cost of Public Opinion 45:24 Hair Maintenance Conversations 52:05 Church and Distractions 58:29 Final Thoughts and Reflections

    1h 8m

  2. JAN 26

    280 - Becoming a Caregiver at 26: Alzheimer's, Advocacy, and Fighting Broken Systems with Jessica Guthrie

    In this episode of The Boonie Breakdown, Boonie sits down for a powerful and necessary conversation with Jessica Guthrie, a dementia caregiving advocate and thought leader who shares her deeply personal journey as the primary caregiver for her mother, diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's. Jessica opens up about becoming a full-time caregiver at just 26 years old—uprooting her life, navigating grief in real time, and learning the realities of caregiving without a roadmap. Together, Boonie and Jessica unpack the emotional, financial, and systemic challenges caregivers face, particularly millennials and young Gen Xers who are often thrust into these roles unexpectedly. Through shared experiences—including Boonie's own caregiving journey with her grandparents—this episode sheds light on the isolation, resilience, and advocacy required to care for loved ones, while offering practical guidance for anyone navigating or preparing for caregiving. We get into: 🧠 Becoming a caregiver at a young age and what no one prepares you for 💔 The emotional and financial realities of caregiving—and the necessity of self-care 🏥 Navigating healthcare systems, bureaucracy, and learning to advocate fiercely 📋 The importance of routines, documentation, and sustainable caregiving practices 📑 Legacy planning, power of attorney, and having critical family conversations before crisis hits This episode is both a resource and a reminder: caregiving is hard, often invisible work—but it matters deeply. Follow & Learn More from Jessica Guthrie: 🌐 Website: www.jessicacguthrie.com 📲 Instagram: @Jessica_C_Guthrie Support The Boonie Breakdown: ✨ Patreon (exclusive content & live show access): Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 🛍️ Merch: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop Stay Connected: 📲 Instagram: @TheBoonieBreakdown 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com 💬 Use #TheBoonieBreakdown and #PodIn to share what resonated with you.   Chapters 0:09 Welcome to The Boonie Breakdown 4:57 Caregiving Realities with Jessica Guthrie 13:38 Finding Balance as a Caregiver 23:35 The Importance of Advocacy 29:01 Preparing for the Inevitable 40:03 Understanding Hospice Care 48:17 Planning for the Future

    54 min

  3. JAN 19

    279 - Romance Novels, Red Flags, and Real Life with Kurvy Katie

    In this episode, Boonie returns from hiatus with laughs, honesty, and real conversation. I'm joined by influencer and comedian Kurvy Katie, whose evolution from plus-size fashion content creator to viral comedic voice has resonated across Instagram and TikTok. Together, we break down creativity, dating, self-worth, and the cultural shifts shaping how women—especially women in their 40s—show up online and in real life. We get into: 🎭 Curvy Katie's journey from fashion influencer to comedy and what going viral really looks like behind the scenes 👗 The challenges plus-size creators face in fashion and media—and how representation (or the lack of it) impacts content 📚 Black BookTok, romance novels, and Katie's ambitious goal of reading 150 books in a year 💔 Dating in your 40s, modern dating fatigue, and why good conversation matters more than ever Follow Kurvy Katie: 📌 Instagram & TikTok: @KurvyKatie Support The Boonie Breakdown: ✨ Join the Patreon for exclusive content & live show access: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 🛍️ Shop merch: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop Stay Connected: 📲 Instagram: @TheBoonieBreakdown 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com 💬 Use #TheBoonieBreakdown and #PodIn to share your thoughts and favorite moments!   Chapters 0:18 Welcome Back from Hiatus 3:54 Fun with Kurvy Katie 12:33 Fashion to Comedy Journey 13:06 The Dating Dilemma 13:38 Discovering BookTok 21:17 Writing Aspirations 31:04 The Reality of Dating 44:38 Raising the Bar for Relationships 50:13 The Quickfire Breakdown

    53 min

  4. 12/01/2025

    278 - Raw & Real: HIV, Condoms, and the Sex Recession with Dr. Shemeka Thorpe

    In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shemeka Thorpe—award-winning sex researcher, Black feminist scholar, and sexual health expert—to break down the most urgent issues impacting Black women's sexual health in 2025. From HIV prevention to the "sex recession," we tackle the topics many communities aren't talking about but absolutely should be. We get into: 🛡️ HIV & AIDS prevention for Black women and why proactive tools like PrEP for women matter now more than ever 📉 The rise of the sex recession and why younger generations are having less sex—or turning to more extreme sexual behaviors 😬 How COVID-19 disrupted sex education, creating new fears and gaps in safer-sex knowledge ❌ The decline in condom use and how shifting media narratives changed the national conversation 🩺 Dr. Shemeka's groundbreaking research on sexual pain disorders in Black women and the intersection with assisted reproductive technologies Follow Dr. Shemeka Thorpe: 📌 Instagram: @drshemeka 🔗 Stay updated on her research: https://www.drshemeka.com/  Support The Boonie Breakdown: ✨ Join the Patreon for exclusive content & events: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 🛍️ Shop merch: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop Stay Connected 📲 Instagram: @TheBoonieBreakdown 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com 💬 Use #TheBoonieBreakdown and #PodIn to share your thoughts!   Chapters 0:18 Welcome Back After Hiatus 5:27 Diving into HIV and Black Women 5:27 Conversations on Sex Education 27:04 Understanding the Sex Recession 33:27 Researching Pain and Pleasure 40:52 Quickfire Breakdown 42:09 Closing Thoughts and Farewell

    43 min

  5. 11/10/2025

    277 - Shedding, Shifting, and Skipping Christmas

    In this solo episode, I'm sounding off on politics, burnout, and why I might be in my season of shedding. Boonie Live: New Orleans—new guests, new energy, and ticket price drops - get tickets here: thebooniebreakdown.com/live.  Then we get into The Boonie Five Spot: 🌿 A Season of Shedding  🎄 Cancel Christmas?  💄 Celebrity Product Push Fatigue  📚 Thought Leaders or Thought Leeches?  🤝 What Support Really Looks Like  It's honest, funny, and full of reflection as I navigate change and peace in real time. 💜 Join Boonie over on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 📢 Use #TheBoonieBreakdown to share your thoughts! 🛍️ Shop: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop 📲 Follow: @TheBoonieBreakdown on Instagram & Facebook 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com   Chapters 0:15 Solo Reflections 4:27 Shedding Season 12:03 Christmas Contemplations 15:39 Celebrity Fatigue 18:31 Thought Leader Tiredness 22:25 Support Redefined

    27 min

  6. 11/03/2025

    276 - Swipe Right on Maturity: Inside the Fox Hunters Club with Brownie Marie

    In this episode, I sit down with Brownie Marie, the visionary founder of Fox Hunters Club, a groundbreaking dating app created for millennial women seeking serious, intentional relationships with Gen X and Baby Boomer men. Tired of the superficial swiping and the transactional vibes found on most dating platforms, Brownie set out to build a space that centers authenticity, maturity, and connection—without the sugar daddy stigma. We dive deep into: 💘 The inspiration behind Fox Hunters Club and why it's not your typical age-gap app 💬 How intentional dating can transform your mindset (and your love life) 🚫 Why it's time to ditch the "casual only" culture on mainstream apps 🤖 How AI is shaping the future of modern dating—without replacing real human connection Brownie keeps it real about creating a community that values substance over swipes, shares how the app is expanding into the DMV area, and gives tips for overcoming dating fatigue while staying true to yourself. Whether you're curious about dating older partners or just tired of the same old dating app nonsense, this convo offers a refreshing, grown-woman perspective on love and connection in 2025. Follow Brownie Marie here: 📌 Instagram: @browniemarie 🔗 Learn more about Fox Hunters Club: https://www.foxhuntersclub.com Support The Boonie Breakdown: ✨ Join Boonie on Patreon for exclusive content & events: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 🛍️ Shop The Boonie Breakdown Store: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop Let's Keep in Touch! 📲 Instagram: @TheBoonieBreakdown 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com or visit thebooniebreakdown.com/contact 💬 Use the hashtag #TheBoonieBreakdown and tag #PodIn to share your thoughts!   Chapters 0:12 Introduction to Brownie Marie 7:20 The Fox Hunters Club Concept 9:15 Preference for Older Men 11:35 Vetting Process for the App 15:55 Dating Fatigue and Niche Apps 22:25 Intentional Connections vs. Hookup Culture 25:21 The Role of AI in Dating 28:53 Feedback from Users 34:06 Red Flags in Dating Profiles 39:09 Cultural Perspectives on Marriage 42:26 The Value of Dating Apps 45:23 Closing Thoughts and Promotions

    48 min

  7. 10/27/2025

    275 - Trick-or-Treat and Tryna Survive with Shika

    In this episode, I catch up with my homie Shika for a free-spirited, unfiltered conversation — classic Boonie Breakdown energy. We dive into everything from the government shutdown to pop culture moments that have us in our feelings (and our opinions). We also discuss: 💼 The real impact of the government shutdown and job uncertainty 🎃 Our hilarious and unconventional childhood Halloween memories 🎤 The brilliance of D'Angelo and our mixed thoughts on Megan Thee Stallion's new track 🤖 Our love-hate relationship with technology and how AI is shaping everyday life Plus, I share updates on our upcoming New Orleans live show, our new partnership with One Condoms, and reflect on how we're all just trying to grow, adapt, and laugh through it all. Get tickets here: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop  Support The Boonie Breakdown: ✨ Join Boonie on Patreon for exclusive bonus content & behind-the-scenes extras: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 🛍️ Shop The Boonie Breakdown Store: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop Let's Keep in Touch! 📲 Follow on Instagram: @TheBoonieBreakdown 📘 Like on Facebook: facebook.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com or submit comments at thebooniebreakdown.com/contact 💬 Use the hashtag #TheBoonieBreakdown and tag #PodIn to share your thoughts!   Chapters 0:13 Welcome to This Week's Episode 7:16 Halloween Reflections 34:34 Megan Thee Stallion's New Release 37:54 Remembering D'Angelo 50:52 AI and Its Implications 1:07:06 Final Thoughts and Farewells

    1h 9m

  8. 10/20/2025

    274 - The Complexity of Attraction with Brian

    *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:e2721f19-bac8-44f5-94c4-d5240e8786a1-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-4" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> In this episode, I sit down with our resident problematic fave for a hilarious, honest, and reflective conversation that kicks off the final season of The Boonie Breakdown! We unpack everything from the chaos of modern dating to personal growth, self-reflection, and what it really means to evolve in real time. We also discuss: 💔 Why we're drawn to specific physical "types" in dating 👀 The mess and magic of dating within your "attractiveness bracket" 🙏🏾 The difference between abstinence and celibacy—and why it matters Of course, we had to keep it fun — the Drag of the Week is back, and we're calling out the systems that keep playing in our faces. This one's full of laughs, vulnerability, and that signature mix of ratchet and refined you've come to love. Support The Boonie Breakdown: ✨ Join Boonie on Patreon for exclusive bonus content & behind-the-scenes extras: Patreon.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 🛍️ Shop The Boonie Breakdown Store: thebooniebreakdown.com/shop Let's Keep in Touch! 📲 Follow on Instagram: @TheBoonieBreakdown 📘 Like on Facebook: facebook.com/TheBoonieBreakdown 📩 Email: thebooniebreakdown@gmail.com or submit comments at thebooniebreakdown.com/contact 💬 Use the hashtag #TheBoonieBreakdown and tag #PodIn to share your thoughts.   Chapters 0:16 Welcome to the Final Season 0:51 Dating Dynamics: Ugly vs. Pretty 2:21 Housekeeping and Future Plans 6:02 Kicking Off with Brian 11:36 The Challenge of Attraction 16:30 Drag of the Week: Government Shutdown 17:39 Social Media's Impact on Self-Image 27:28 Celibacy vs. Abstinence 44:10 Intentions in Dating 59:59 Final Thoughts on Relationships 1:08:45 Closing Remarks and Thank You

    1h 10m
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Your source for all things Responsible & Ratchet! If you're not here for honest, candid conversations about sex, love, relationships, pop culture, feminism and a whole lot of other sh*t, then why are you here?! This is where we break. it. down. Join Boonie, with her friends and special guests, for real and off-the-cuff discussions on life's every day happenings. Listen, leave a comment, click a rating and write a review! Then tweet, snap, send a smoke signal or a carrier pigeon--but be sure to tell your friends.

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    The Boonie Breakdown
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
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