Best Best Friend Simulator Podcasts (2026)

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ACCESS Wrapped: Our favorite guest moments so far 1:02:13

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Ellis and Alex recap their holidays and the nerdy gifts their wives gave them. They go through their ChatGPT year-in-review, discuss the significance of Nvidia's reverse acquisition of Groq for $20 billion on Christmas Eve, and reminisce about CES in Las Vegas. Then, they recap the first four months of ACCESS guests, including the most viral moment…

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Betting on reality with Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour 1:04:30

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This week, Alex and Ellis talk about the rise of storytelling in tech and why X is now openly pleading for its haters to come back. Then they sit down with Tarek Mansour, co-founder and CEO of Kalshi, to discuss insider trading, his rivalry with Polymarket, regulatory chaos, sports betting, and why prediction markets are having a real moment. Follo…

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French founders and AI priests with Maxime Germain 1:06:34

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This week, Ellis and Alex go behind OpenAI's "Code Red," discuss why Netflix says it wants Warner Bros. because of YouTube, and analyze why algorithms are becoming more customizable. Then, they sit down with guest Maxime Germain, founder and CEO of Beside: an AI receptionist answering millions of calls for everyone from priests to winery owners. Fo…

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Is Roblox making the internet better or worse? We asked the CEO 1:18:10

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Ellis, Alex, and Roblox CEO Dave Baszucki dive straight into the child-safety discussion, why Roblox is rolling out facial age checks, and whether the entire internet is headed toward age-gating. They unpack the Hard Fork controversy, how Roblox thinks about user safety, and how AI will shape moderation, online communities, and the future of commun…

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How to win as an AI wrapper with Harvey's Winston Weinberg 58:38

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Ellis and Alex chat about Apple succession rumors, group chats in ChatGPT, and ill-advised pre-show oysters. Then, they sit down with Harvey CEO Winston Weinberg to discuss how AI is changing the future of law, how to succeed as an AI wrapper, and the worst advice VCs give. For full video episodes, subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acc…

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Robinhood’s Vlad Tenev on predicting the future 1:04:16

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Ellis and Alex chat about their first live pod recording in San Francisco, grandma-centric design, and how Alex finds new sources. Then, they're joined by Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev to discuss the rise of prediction markets, juggling priorities as a public CEO, and much more. For full video episodes, subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@acc…

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Runway CEO Cristobal Valenzuela is simulating the world 1:05:52

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Ellis and Alex chat about the Sources launch party, and living in late-stage extractionism. Then, they are then joined by Runway CEO Cristobal Valenzuela to discuss the hardest part about AI, why golf courses are a bigger problem than data centers, and how world models are changing our world forever. For full video episodes, subscribe on YouTube: h…

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Eugenia Kuyda on software’s “YouTube moment” 1:04:38

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Ellis and Alex chat about turning life into an RPG video game, and are then joined by Replika and Wabi CEO Eugenia Kuyda to discuss her new app — for building your own hyper-personal apps in 5 minutes flat. They also talk about the MS-DOS era for AI, what’s wrong with AI companions today, and her advice for new founders getting started today. For f…

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Android chief Sameer Samat on Google Pixel and the path to AI glasses 1:02:20

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Ellis and Alex chat about their weekend escapades and OpenAI's new Atlas browser. They're then joined by Google’s head of Android, Sameer Samat, to unpack why headsets matter on the road to AR glasses and turning Gemini into a Jarvis-like assistant. They dig into the strategy for Google's Pixel’s phones, what Google learned from the Glasshole era, …

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Taking on Apple with Nothing CEO Carl Pei 1:08:17

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Alex and Ellis recap the first month of the show and chat about the future of AI apps and ChatGPT allowing erotica later this year. They’re then joined by Nothing CEO Carl Pei to discuss building a new kind of smartphone company, competing with Apple, Gen Z, and more. For full video episodes, subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@accesspod…

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Building the Star Trek computer with Huxe's Raiza Martin 1:07:58

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Ellis and Alex chat about OpenAI's big conference and the AI slop culture war. They're then joined by Huxe CEO Raiza Martin to talk about why she left Google as one of the inventors of NoteBookLM to build Huxe, a new kind of personalized AI audio app. They dig into why audio may be the killer use case for AI, the future of AI and podcasting, and wh…

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Avi Schiffmann thinks AI can be your best Friend 1:10:53

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Friend CEO Avi Schiffmann joins Alex and Ellis to address the backlash to the AI startup’s massive NYC and LA billboard blitz. They get into why he calls Friend a “living electronic,” the “always listening” AI pendant, privacy, the value of controversy, and what’s next. They also talk about the loneliness debate, sycophantic AI, and how he sees Fri…

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Figma CEO Dylan Field on the future of design and AI 59:55

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CEO Dylan Field gives his first interview since Figma's big IPO, joining Ellis and Alex to talk all things design, AI, and what's next for Figma. For full video episodes, subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@accesspod Follow ACCESS on Instagram and TikTok: http://instagram.com/accesspodcast http://tiktok.com/@accesspod Follow Alex's ⁠Sour…

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Mark Zuckerberg on the AI bubble and Meta's new display glasses 1:19:39

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In the premiere episode of ACCESS, tech insiders Alex Heath and Ellis Hamburger talk all things Mark Zuckerberg, from the newest Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses to the beverage selections in the new Meta AI Lab. Alex then sits down with Zuck himself ahead of the 2025 Meta Connect conference. For full video episodes, subscribe on YouTube: https://www.y…

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Introducing ACCESS: The tech industry's inside conversation 1:27

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Welcome to ACCESS, the technology industry's inside conversation. Join tech reporting vet Alex Heath and founder whisperer Ellis Hamburger as they dive into revealing convos with tech's most famous leaders and its emerging visionaries. For full video episodes, subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@accesspod Follow ACCESS on Instagram and T…

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RYS Ep. #5 - Bothnia and Scratching Techniques 1:03:11

2+ y ago1:03:11

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On this episode, the guys talk about sea creatures, leg lengthening surgery, 100% silicon toys, and of course... poop... Enjoy! Please give our twitter a follow (@theRYSpod) and give us feedback and suggestions on topics for the next episode. Support the showBy Raise Your Spirits

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RYS Ep. #4 - Living in a Simulation? Zombie Apocalypse? 1:34:20

2+ y ago1:34:20

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During this episode we discuss all sorts of things. Really, we do not know how to break out what is talked about...Enjoy! Please give our twitter a follow (@theRYSpod) and give us feedback and suggestions on topics for the next episode. Support the showBy Raise Your Spirits

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RYS Ep. #3 - SpaceX & Duck's Breakfast 1:20:06

2+ y ago1:20:06

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During this episode we discuss all sorts of things. Really, we do not know how to break out what is talked about...Enjoy! Please give our twitter a follow (@theRYSpod) and give us feedback and suggestions on topics for the next episode. Support the showBy Raise Your Spirits

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RYS Ep. #2 - The Art of Wiping 1:14:01

2+ y ago1:14:01

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After over a month hiatus, we are back! During this episode we discuss occurrences while using the bathroom, the history of the lost city of Atlantis, ancient Egypt, and other topics here and there. Please give our twitter a follow (@theRYSpod) and give us feedback and suggestions on topics for the next episode. Support the show…

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RYS Ep. #1 - The First of Many 1:08:26

3y ago1:08:26

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Here it is! The first episode of the Raise Your Spirits Podcast. Listen as Rob and Zach discuss their beverage for the episode, the history of beer, tomatoes, and many many other topics. Please give our twitter a follow (@theRYSpod) and give us feedback and suggestions on topics for the next episode. Support the show…

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Trust Issues II 1:07:09

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This week we are catching up on some major life changes and pop culture news. Come join us for some laughs as we discuss a slew of hot topics!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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Legally Open-Minded 1:16:24

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On this episode, we're discussing everything from a girl that refused to pass gas in front of her boyfriend which then landed her in the hospital to what Brittany did to her husband for him to call her a "vibe killer". Come join in on the crazy conversation every Tuesday!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/…

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Body Parts in Shopping Carts? 1:14:17

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Introducing the first episode of Mixed Babble: True Crime edition. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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This is Just a Simulation 2:19:48

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In this episode, we discuss the week's trending current events and give our unsolicited opinions on alternative relationship dynamics.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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Tasted Good but Felt Wrong 1:45:04

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We are back for our 2nd episode! Come join us as we discuss some very questionable parenting, more celebrity news, and our plans to introduce a new facet to our podcast (if you like True Crime, you'll wanna tune in!)--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support…

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War & Kanye 2:41:52

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In this episode, we catch up on the last year of not recording the podcast - then go right into the madness of current events. We're talking therapy and mental health (or the lack there of), Big Sean's alleged photo leak, Kanye vs. Kim, and if people should tell someone they're dating that they had work done. Tune in every Tuesday for even more mix…

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2020 Wrap Up (with Nate Brown) 1:38:34

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Join us on this episode as we discuss the annual dreaded "New Years Resolutions" and officially saying farewell to the hellish year that was 2020. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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The Transparency Episode 42:48

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Hi!!! I'm back! Well, kinda. On this episode, I'm updating everyone on what I've been up to over the past month and a half. Primarily discussing mental health, my coping mechanisms, and pretty much just how I'm managing overall as we wind down to the final days of 2020 (let the church say, AMEN!)--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.…

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Platinum Panic (with Nate Brown) 40:25

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On the Season 1 finale, we're discussing all things relating to the 2020 election. Could you date someone with a different political view? What about interacting with family members whose views are completely different from your own? Come join in on the discussion as we anxiously await the reveal of the next president of the United States.--- Suppo…

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Hauntings: Jamaican Edition 12:19

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Have you heard the story of The White Witch of Rose Hall? What about the hauntings at Flat Bridge? Come join me for a very special Halloween ghost episode and learn a bit more about Jamaican folklore.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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"But Did You Die?" (with Nate Brown) 1:57:33

5y ago1:57:33

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On this episode, we are discussing the pursuit of a therapist. Is it beneficial to a person of color to have a black therapist versus a white therapist? Also, with Halloween fast approaching, my husband joins me again as we share ghost stories and our own near death experience!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedb…

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BONUS: Monday Blues 6:19

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I've yet to meet someone that loves Monday's. After speaking with a friend recently that shared how stressed they became every Sunday evening with the anticipation of the upcoming week, I decided it was worth sharing 6 useful tips I found. I hope these tips help make your Monday a little bit brighter!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

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Gently Licked Skittles (with Nate Brown) 1:48:35

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On this episode, I'm once again joined by my husband as we cover everything from getting older, being broke in our early 20's, and what it means to be "black enough". Come along for this hilariously opinionated discussion! Let's get into it!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support…

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"Planning to Get Wedding" 31:49

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On this episode, I'm catching you up on what I've been up to since recording the last episode and since we are currently in the midst of wedding season, I'm also discussing wedding dress codes and if it's safer to overdress. Let's get into it!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support…

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Self Check-In 22:52

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On this episode, I discuss how I'm feeling about the next steps in my fertility journey and how it relates to my mental health.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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Trust Issues 40:49

5+ y ago40:49

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On this episode, I'm talking Type A personalities, handling drama in the workplace, how to tell if you're in a relationship, talking to exes after breakup, and if you should go through your significant other's phones? Let's get into it!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support…

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Mouth Noises (with Brittany Brown) 1:31:28

5+ y ago1:31:28

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On this episode, I once again sit down with model and social media influencer, Brittany Brown. This time, the conversation looks very different. While still in our celebratory birthday stupor, we decide to get personal with a Q&A session. Join us for some noteworthy "WTF moments" as we share some of our wildest (and absolutely mortifying) experienc…

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Friend Zone to the End Zone (with Nate Brown) 1:15:36

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On this episode, my husband and I are finally discussing our origin story! We take a walk down memory lane and explain how after 10 years of him being in the friend zone, he decided to shoot his "moon shot". Tune in to get the full story and also hear Nate's advice on getting out of the dreaded friend zone. Let's get into it!--- Support this podcas…

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Green Light Special 49:52

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On this episode, I discuss relationship "green lights", how to successfully transition from being in the friend zone, love languages, and my theory on soul mates and if I believe if they even exist.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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Bus Stop Gum (with Nate Brown) 50:48

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On this episode, my husband and I realize that we both have a lot of stories from our youth that have been left untold. Some of which, probably should have remained that way. Come join us in a hilariously cringe-worthy stroll down memory lane!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support…

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One in a Nonillion - Part 2 29:24

5+ y ago29:24

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On this episode, I finish telling the story of how it took almost 20 years for a co-worker to get caught for murder. Let's get into it!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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I Don't Know if God Says B*tch - Part 1 36:47

5+ y ago36:47

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On this episode, I read one of the entries from my blog, Unicorn Babble and tell you a crazy story about the time I worked with an (alleged?) murderer. This is a two part episode so stay tuned!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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Destination Addiction 33:46

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On this episode I discuss the downside of living for the "next best thing". We all do it. We can't wait for the work week to be over so that we can finally get to the weekend. What we don't realize is that those days turn into months which then inevitably become years. I tackle this topic and provide suggestions on how to live a life that you don't…

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BONUS: Fertility Testing Update 9:10

5+ y ago9:10

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On this bonus episode, I provide a quick update on our fertility journey and what the HSG & Chromosome test procedure was like.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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Sideline Seahorse (with Nate Brown) 50:10

5+ y ago50:10

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After a month of being in quarantine due to testing positive for Covid-19, my other half has finally joined me to have a candid conversation about our fertility journey. We discuss having three consecutive miscarriages and the feelings that accompany such a difficult experience from the partner's perspective. We also take a look back at one of our …

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Realism & Resting B*tch Face 42:50

5+ y ago42:50

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On this episode, I discuss how to co-exist in a world of miserable people. You know the type - the individuals that insist on making your life a living hell. I provide a quick guide on how to manage your emotions and how to protect your peace in the process. We're all just trying to survive. Let's get into it! --- Support this podcast: https://podc…

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BONUS: Entanglement Song? 6:48

5+ y ago6:48

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Fresh off the press and staying on topic of yesterday's bonus episode, today's bonus discusses the new (diss?) song August Alsina released in the middle of the night. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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BONUS: Entanglement 6:13

5+ y ago6:13

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Happy Saturday! Moving forward, I'll be sharing quick bonus episodes to discuss updates and entertainment news as it unfolds! Whatever's going on in the world, you'll hear it here second! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support

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Black, White, & Blue (with Brittany Brown) 49:04

5+ y ago49:04

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On this episode, I'm joined by my very first guest and friend, Brittany Brown! We discuss her experiences on what life was like growing up as a biracial individual with an African American law enforcement father in a rural predominantly caucasian, Missouri. How finally embracing what makes her unique catapulted her modeling career and how it also e…

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Pride & Prejudice 29:57

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On this weeks episode I discuss forgiveness and why it can be so difficult to forgive and move on. Does family get a forgiveness pass because they are family or should you keep the same energy at all times? Let us dive in!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mixedbabble/support…