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Iman Hariri-Kia is a writer, editor, and author born and based in New York City. An award-winning journalist, she covers sex, relationships, identity, and adolescence. Her work has appeared in Vogue, NY Mag’s The Cut, Harper’s Bazaar, Allure, Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, and more. Her debut novel, A Hundred Other Girls, was published in July 2022 to critical acclaim. Her sophomore novel, The Most Famous Girl In The World, will be publ...

In this episode, Bri and Sesana open up about their guilty pleasures and why we sometimes enjoy doing things others might frown upon. They delve into embracing those secret indulgences that make us feel good. Whether it be trashy reality TV, going goblin mode, or playing board games, it’s important that we let ourselves indulge in the things we love.  Tune in as they share their personal experiences and discuss the liberating feeli...

Join Bri and Sesana, as they delve deep into the world of Black hair, its cultural significance, and its impact on both the macro and micro levels of society.

In this episode, Bri and Sesana explore the historical roots of the desire for straight hair among Black women, a desire that traces its origins back to the dark days of slavery. Unraveling the complex threads of history, they shed light on how this longing for strai...

In this episode, Bri and Sesana delve into the concept of being an "it girl." They explore whether it entails participating in the latest TikTok and beauty trends (picture blueberry-glazed donut makeup and chocolate buttercream hair, for instance) or if it's a quality that originates from within. Tune in as Bri and Sesana discuss their journeys towards increased self-confidence, reducing feelings of victimhood, and e...

This episode originally aired in December of 2022.

This week, we dig deeper in Part Two of our interview with Serena Pitt. From growing up in an interracial household, to navigating social media as a part of a public relationship, Serena pulls back the curtain on what her relationship is like with Joe today and what their plans are for the future. 

Hosted by: Sesana Allen and Bri Springs

Produced by: YBWC

This episode originally aired in December of 2022.

Serena Pitt is a TV personality known for her appearance on Season 25 of the Bachelor and season 7 of Bachelor in Paradise. Originally from Toronto, Canada, she went on the Bachelor in search of love and ended up getting engaged at the end of her time on Bachelor in Paradise. Outside of the Bachelor franchise, she currently works as a fashion and lifestyle influencer and h...

Bri and Sesana go in depth on their career histories and trajectory. Bri talks about how she navigated from working in large tech to a startup and now PR. Sesana discusses her career switch from consulting to Venture Capital. 

If you want to switch jobs, network with better ease, or are just nosy about our 9 to 5s, tune in! 

Hosted by: Sesana Allen and Bri Springs

Produced by: YBWC

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Cedoni Francis is a full-time creator and former Googler. Her layoff at Google catapulted her into full-time content creator. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Cedoni attended Vanderbilt University where she majored in Political Science. This has made her well-equipped to discuss varying cultural phenomena on her TikTok from her chin liposuction and IUD insertion to investing and applying for her MBA. Join us for an electrifying convers...

By day Kiana Brooks works as a luxury buyer. And by night she’s getting personal on her Tik Tok – from her journey to “un-big her back” to chronicling *that* Tarte influencer trip. Listen to this week’s episode as Bri and Sesana sit down to chat with her about the latest fashion trends on TikTok, navigating the fashion industry, and sharing your deepest darkest secrets. 

Hosted by: Sesana Allen and Bri Springs

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 What would it look like to completely bet on yourself? Sesana and Bri have the pleasure of sitting down with attorney and beauty creator, Eni Popoola. After recently announcing she was pressing pause on her big law career, Eni opens up about the moments that led up to her big career transition, and how she’s putting 100% into her next endeavor. You can follow Eni on Instagram and TikTok @Enigivensunday. 

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In this episode, Sesana and Bri deep-dive into the joys of therapy and boundary setting. They discuss how healthy boundaries have saved their relationships, as well as the line between healthy boundaries and controlling behavior (cough cough, Jonah Hill).

Additionally, they explore the challenges of over-intellectualizing your emotions and emphasize why you shouldn't take (all your) advice from relationship podcasters. 

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We missed you! After a couple months hiatus, Bri and Sesana are back for Season 3.  

Remember the phrase "You'll understand when you get older"... ? Bri and Ses used to hate hearing that phrase, but finally they get it. Get the full-rundown of their past couple months of life: birthdays, dating, jobs changes, summer plans, more! 

Hosted by: Sesana Allen and Bri Springs

Produced by: YBWC

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This week Bri and Sesana sit down with Arewa Basit-- an influencer, performer, and ambassador for self-expression. In 2019, Arewa appeared on MTV's queer season of "Are You the One.” Arewa grew up in a conservative, Nigerian household where they weren’t able to fully explore their sexuality and gender expression until they left the household. Arewa identifies as non-binary and uses they/them pronouns.

Hosted by: Sesana All...