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Kids, House, Spouse, Six Figures....all by 30. Sometimes life just doesn’t work out that way. Cheers to This is Thirty, the podcast dedicated to addressing real millennial issues one conversation at a time, as opposed to one birthday at a time.
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Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
“They Farrah’d me on the bus, my luggage wasn’t on the bus bro”
“I’m gonna fall in love with a Southern man”
“I don’t care about no London hoes”
“Women always think we are the exception”
****Hypothetically Pod Brunch Ticket Giveaway****
On this episode, Gernique is joined by Quatley. The two discuss the recent Donald Trump shooting, the upcoming election, Quatley’s move to Houston, Essence Fest, Hurricane Beryl and much more.
The pod begins as the girls question the validity of the recent Trump shooting (7:00). Who are you voting for in November? (15:00). Quatley takes Houston! (22:00). Essence Fest Fest/New Orleans Recap (29:00). The Greyhound ride from hell (37:00). Are you willing to date a man with a questionable history (cheating, abuse)? (58:00). The pod ends as the girls talk about Tyler Perry’s new film “Divorce in Black” and other general relationship issues.
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
“this is why I need to stop being a fat ass”
“I don’t wanna feel like Im stuck with somebody”
“Men are in their sassy era”
“If you fall off, you might lose her”
On this episode of This is Thirty, Gernique is joined by Kevin. The two discuss black men and happiness, relationships, situationships, expectations and much more.
The pod starts with a conversation around life in your thirties (6:00). Nothing really matters!? (12:00). Friends with Benefits vs Situationships (23:00). Women and unrealistic standards (36:00). Relationship rules and much more (44:00). Whats more important: Love or Money? (51:00).
Monday Mar 18, 2024
Monday Mar 18, 2024
“What does a 39 year old and 22 year old have in common?”
“God says you are worthy”
“Love does exist, it truly does”
“There’s beauty in safeguarding something for you”
On this episode of This is Thirty, Gernique is joined by Rebecca. The two discuss love, life, big moves, age gaps and much more.
The pod begins with a convo around the importance of positive energy and its impact on life (5:00) The girls discuss RED FLAGS (10:00) Healthy love after toxic love (18:00). Moving to Texas: The good, bad, & ugly??!! (30:00). Appropriate dating age gaps (41:00). The pod ends with keeping hope alive, the gift of friendship and much more!
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Monday Jan 01, 2024
Here's an ode to leaving toxicity in 2023.
“Dating sucked”
“He want a box of chocolates”
“Yall nxggas gon stop playing in my face”
“Back of the roster”
On this year’s wrap up episode, Gernique is joined by James, Jean, and Pearls. They discuss personal evolution, doing away with toxicity, goals for the new year and much more.
The pod begins with a recap of 2023 (7:00). Saying goodbye to the TOXIC ERA: The conversation continues around creating new boundaries for 2024 (20:00). “I’m not allowing grey area nxggas around me”….The group self-reflects on their own toxic traits and things that need to be changed (37:00). The importance of therapy (50:00). The pod ends with a dating segment featuring Jean and James (74:00).
Well wishes & a prosperous new year! Thank you for listening... still.
#AllStarNeekend | February, 2024
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
“Today, I don’t want to get out of bed…”
“You don’t gotta go get mugged to prove you’re not racist”
“Paperwork is not proof”
“I’ve dated a lot of men who need therapy”
On this episode of This is Thirty, Gernique is joined by her friend, author & entrepreneur Shyla Miles. The two discuss the foundations of friendship, mental health, Cassie/Diddy, celebrity rape culture and much more.
The pod begins with a conversation about the effects of a changed environment (5:00) Shyla and Gernique discuss the evolution of their friendship (18:00) Shyla discusses her works and passions (24:00). The state of the creative market (33:00). The girls discuss mental health and Shyla’s journey with depression & anxiety (43:00). The pod ends with a conversation about Cassie, Diddy and the recent allegations (58:00).
#AllStarNeekend2024
Monday Aug 07, 2023
Monday Aug 07, 2023
“I Don’t Have Female Friends”
“Move With Caution”
"Mr. Don't Got A Job"
“I Thought I Was Going to Pod For Like 2 Hours”
On this episode of This is Thirty, Gernique discusses her recent move to Houston, India Arie’s recent Essence Fest comments, cheating passes and more.
The podcast starts with a recap of the journey to Texas (3:00). Women with weird complexes (16:00). Essence Fest Drama (20:00). Annoying podcast questions (30:00).
Monday Jun 05, 2023
Monday Jun 05, 2023
“I’m moving”
“Fxck you podcasters”
“Yo Jean what up”
On this episode of This is Thirty, Gernique is joined by Harry. The two discuss moving, boring podcasts, social media filters, plastic surgery and more.
The pod begins with a conversation about getting out of your comfort zone (6:00). Polo Classic recap (17:00). Texting while podding/Barlos recap (29:00). Ms. JackyOh’s untimely death and plastic surgery (36:00). The pod ends with several conversations around death, family and the term "people of color".
Monday Apr 03, 2023
Monday Apr 03, 2023
“Killing Someone…”
“Predominantly white schools”
“Mental health struggles”
“Be kind to people”
This episode of This is Thirty is dedicated to the victims who were killed at the Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee. Learning centers are safe havens for children and dying at school should never be a thing. On this episode of This is Thirty, Gernique discusses politics, school shootings, mental health, and much more from an educator’s perspective.
Monday Mar 27, 2023
Monday Mar 27, 2023
"Privacy vs Secrecy"
"S/o to black men!"
"You look good you feel good
“20,000 pure listens”
On this episode of This Is Thirty, Gernique is joined by Pearls. They talk about staying “inside”, feminine vs masculine energy, concert price inflation, and much more.
The pod begins with a conversation about concerts and music taste (9:00). The pod continues with a convo about the benefits of being “inside” (28:00). Female maintenance (34:00). How toxic relationships affect friendships (45:00). The pod ends with a convo about Johnathan Majors recent arrest, physical abuse and women exhibiting masculine energy (57:00).
Monday Mar 20, 2023
Monday Mar 20, 2023
“Outsourcing d*ck”
“Some n*ggas don’t try”
“You would smash a rock”
“You are a mental manipulator”
On this episode of This is Thirty, Gernique is joined by Ricardo. The two have a discussion on parenthood, fighting for your kids, attraction-based friendship, McDonald’s advertising tactics and much more.
The pod begins with a conversation about parenthood and the lengths parents should go to be in their children’s lives (5:00). How happy are you? (23:00). Can you become sincere friends with someone you were once heavily attracted to? (39:00). The pod ends with a serious conversation about SELF-WORTH and purpose (64:00).