Strawberry Letter

Strawberry Letter

Got a situation? Steve Harvey and Shirley Strawberry deliver unfiltered advice on love, relationships, family, work, and life. Send your letter, subscribe, and get real talk every day! Every weekday, the Steve Harvey Morning Show tackle a listener-submitted “Strawberry Letter”... a real-life dilemma ranging from romantic entanglements to career choices, family drama to money struggles, and everything in between. With a blend of wisdom, wit, and brutal honesty, they offer candid commentary and heartfelt guidance, often sparking conversation (and laughter) among the rest of the morning show crew. Submit your Strawberry Letter at www.steveharveyfm.com for a chance to be featured, and get the truth, Steve Harvey style!

Episodes

April 30, 2025 14 mins

Dear Steve and Shirley,

I've been in a relationship with a man for two years and he treats me like a side chick. I can spend the night at his house, but I can't leave anything at his house. Meanwhile, he has toiletries at my house, and each has left his Steelers blanket folded up neatly on my couch and asked me not to move it.

On Sunday, his mom and dad called and said they were stopping by because they were in the area. He ...

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Taia Rashid, and Daphne Carter. The company proudly boasts the distinction of being the "first Black women-owned citrus-based liqueur in the United States." They created a vodka-based drink that is infused with the finest natural ingredients. The two women came up with an idea to start a business while vacationing on the...

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed L. Marilyn Crawford.  She orchestrates unparalleled global events, champions diversity, equity, and inclusion, and leads ventures in investment, finance, and philanthropy with offices in NYC, Dubai, and Saudi Arabia. L. Marilyn Crawford is a global brand architect, strategist, and marketer. She is an award-winning figur...

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Tre and Dr. Mac.  

They are both graduates of Howard; one is a she is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, and the other is a leader in the research and development of innovative nutritional supplements and products.  They are joining forces to create a community dedicated to health litera...

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Justin M. Lee Sr.

He is one of the youngest realtors in the Southern United States, whose company, J.M. Lee Construction, is headquartered in Decatur, Georgia. Justin isn’t just here to talk about his business; he’s here to share his vast wealth of real-estate knowledge with the listening audience ...

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The Strawberry Letter for Tuesday, April 29th, 2025: "My Husband Thinks Every Man Wants Me"

A woman writes in because her husband's jealousy is getting out of control. It has even started to effect her business...but there may be a little more to the story.

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Schenita D. Randolph.

Dr. Schenita D. Randolph is an Associate Professor at Duke University School of Nursing and Founding Director of the HEEAT Lab, which stands for addressing Health disparities through Engagement, Equity, Advocacy and Trust. A registered nurse for over 25 years, Dr. Randolph is advancing nursing science by using community partnerships to address the health inequities among Black Families living in the United Sta...

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ken Jon Miyachi.

He is the Co-Founder and CEO of BitMind—the world's first decentralized Artificial Intelligence (AI) Deepfake Detection System.  Ken is an authority on how people can protect themselves using free solutions. He can provide:
● Live demonstrations of real vs. AI-generated content
● Simple...

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April 28, 2025 13 mins

The Strawberry Letter for Monday, April 28th, 2025: "My 3-Way Love Affair"

A woman writes in because her best friend since she was 7 has been spending all her time with the woman and her husband since the friend broke things off with her fiance. The woman is concerned that her husband is a little too ok with the situation and a little too protective of the friend, now that she has started dating again. 

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The Strawberry Letter for Friday, April 25th, 2025: "I Never Know What's On Her Mind"

A man writes in because his wife has stopped talking to him...and started staring him down.

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The Strawberry Letter for Thursday, April 24th, 2025: "If He's Up, Everybody Needs To Be Up"

A woman writes in to Steve and Shirley for advice on how to deal with her husband's insatiable libido. 

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The Strawberry Letter for Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025: "Does He Have An Outside Influence"

A woman writes in because her husband's change in behavior has her suspicious. 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Naveen Jain.

He is an indomitable force fueled by unyielding curiosity and an unwavering commitment to propel humanity toward a future of limitless possibilities.

As the Founder and CEO of Viome, Naveen spearheads a revolution in personalized health and human longevity that extends far beyond conventional approaches. V...

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jotaka Eaddy.

She is an award-winning strategist, advocate, host and connector who Forbes Magazine describes as the“Olivia Pope of Silicon Valley.” Jotaka is the Founder and CEO of Full Circle Strategies and the Founder of #WinWithBlackWomen, an intergenerational, intersectional group of Black women leaders...

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The Strawberry Letter for Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025: "He Needs To Get A Life, And Stop Ruining Mine"

"Dear Steve and Shirley, I’m married and my husband has gotten clingy since our daughter went off to college. He’s clingy with me and her..."

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April 21, 2025 13 mins

Strawberry Letter for Monday, April 21st, 2025: This Cannot Be My Life"

A woman writes in because her mother has threatened to cut her out of her life if she marries her boyfriend. Make sure to listen to the whole letter before you judge the mom.

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April 18, 2025 13 mins

The Strawberry Letter for Friday, April 18th, 2025: "He Needs Some Friends"

A woman writes in because her husband has gone into a depression ever since their 19-year-old son moved out. She's worried that he has been so attached to his son, he's lost contact with all of his friends.

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The Strawberry Letter for Thursday, April 17th, 2025: "He Said It Was A Break, Not A Breakup"

A woman writes in after finding out that her longtime boyfriend was not faithful while they were on a "break". She confronted him and was upset by his noncommittal attitude. She wants to know if she should stay of leave. Listen to Steve & Shirley's responses! 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cary Carbonaro.

She is the author of Women and Wealth: A Playbook to Empower Clients and Unlock Their Fortune (Wiley, 2025) is an award-winning Certified Financial Planner™ with over 25 years of experience. She leads a multimillion-dollar financial planning practice, specializing in empowering women to overcome f...

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Randal Pinkett.

He has established himself as an entrepreneur, innovator, speaker, author, media personality and DEI expert who is leading the way in business, technology and equity for all. He is the co-founder, chairman and CEO of BCT Par...

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