I know we’re all exhausted. Sick and TAHD of the Tender Roni, however, Jade and Keia are back to have a necessary conversation about social distancing, and how and why it can save a life. Shout Out: Charles Gee https://incontext.education.utexas.edu/black-hair-unedited-and-unbothered/ References for Social Distancing https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2020/03/coronavirus-what-does-social-distancing-mean/607927/ https://www.vogue.com/article/how-to-practice-self-care-while-social-distancing Nature’s Penicillin Recipe https://www.food.com/recipe/natures-penicillin-285788 Now’s the time to get the latest and greatest from Raycon. Get 15% off your wireless earbuds at BuyRaycon.com/GROWN. https://gettingrown.co/ Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

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Back-Back-Gimme 50 Feet

Jade and Keia aim to ease our worry by arming us with information and a little discussion of the things that we can all do to keep ourselves as healthy and sane as possible in the face of COVID-19, also known as the Carona Virus. Shout Out: https://theybf.com/2020/03/07/the-3-black-women-leaders-disrupting-the-boys-club-of-fortune-500-ceos-ivy-league-schools https://www.food.com/recipe/natures-penicillin-285788 Catch the season premiere of Boomerang, Wednesday March 11th at 10:30/9:30 CST right after an all new Twenties- only on BET! For all things Boomerang and Twenties, visit BET.com. https://gettingrown.co/ Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

The Tender Roni

This week Jade and Keia discuss Season 1 of the Netflix series ‘Love Is Blind.’ Join the ladies at the kitchen table as they dive into the topics of love & relationships, marriage according to millennials, and red flags, and the general mess (and success) of the latest big hit in the world of reality TV. Shout Out: https://rayoandhoney.com/ IG: @rayoandhoney Upstart is the lending platform that offers smarter interest rates. Visit Upstart.com/GROWN to find out how low your Upstart rate is, and the best part? It won’t affect your credit! ThirdLove knows there’s a perfect bra for everyone, so right now they are offering our listeners 15% off your first order! Go to THIRDLove.com/GROWN now to find your perfect-fitting bra, and get 15% off! Engage your brain with fun puzzles and collect tons of cute characters with Best Fiends. Download the 5-Star Rated game on the Apple App Store and Google Play for free! That’s FRIENDS without the R- Best Fiends! https://gettingrown.co/ Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

Is Love Blind?

Join Jade and Keia as they dive into a mail bag episode and respond to a few honesty box questions. Continue to send your honesty box questions to gettingrownpodcast@gmail.com, and please take part in our new and improved black woman self-care by sending your black woman (or man or non-binary) self-care via email. Shout Out: A huge thank you to the Team Typing Fast sponsors/vendors! Zen In a Jar https://www.zeninajar.com/ IG: @zeninajar Beads by Woo https://www.beadsbywoo.com/ IgL @beadsbywoo Truffle Heat https://truffleheat.com/ IG: @truffleheat Camille Rose https://www.camillerose.com/ IG: @camillerosenaturals Adiaha Eyo https://www.adiahaeyo.com/ IG: @adiaha_eyo Upstart is the lending platform that offers smarter interest rates. Visit Upstart.com/GROWN to find out how low your Upstart rate is, and the best part? It won’t affect your credit! Need red wine at 4 PM or sushi at 9 PM? Postmate it. For a limited time Postmates is giving our listeners $100 of free delivery credit for your first seven days! Download Postmates and save with code GROWN. https://gettingrown.co/ Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

Wait a Minute Mr. Postman

Adulting is the worst hood we’ve ever lived in, but it can be fun from time to time. Join Jade and Keia as they keep it light this week and play a game of Song Association, inspired by Terrell Grice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hv4H_ziaAG4 Shout Out: https://alottalocs.com/ http://www.lulu.com/shop/http://www.lulu.com/shop/kathy-h-english/intro-to-starter-locs-a-beginners-guide/ebook/product-24429958.html#formatComparison Don’t spend your entire evening cooking dinner. Visit HelloFresh.com/Grown10 and use code GROWN10 for ten free meals including free shipping. Aurate makes the jewelry you’ve always wanted but could never find, with pieces ranging from classic, to statement, to completely original. For 15% off your first purchase, go to AurateNewYork.com/Grown and use promo code Grown. https://gettingrown.co/ Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

Word Up

Social media is just one of several platforms and tools that millennials use to call attention to and discuss issues, current events, and ideologies, cultural norms, practices, behaviors, etc. that are outdated, ineffective, toxic, problematic, unjust, etc. Join Jade and Keia for a discussion on accountability in the age of social media and our capacity for productive conversations that move us forward.

To ‘Call out’ or ‘Call In’, that is the question…

What does joy feel like to you? Is it awakened by a smell or sound? Gather around the kitchen table this week with Jade and Keia, as they explore the feeling of joy. Ted Talk Reference Where Joy Hides and How to Find It- Ingrid Fetell Lee https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_u2WFTfbcg Shout out to my sis: Marsha P. Johnson https://www.theroot.com/east-river-state-park-in-brooklyn-to-be-renamed-after-m-1841434403 Free Homebuyer Brunch Seminar February 8, 2020 12-2PM 519 C ST NE Washington DC RSVP: COALITIONSEMINAR.COM Visit https://www.instagram.com/daoudcapital/ for more information This Valentine’s Day, send your loved ones the perfect gift- Baked By Melissa! Visit bakedbymelissa.com and use promo code GROWN to get 15% off your order. The last day for standard shipping for Valentine’s Day, is February 12th, 2PM EST. ThirdLove knows there’s a perfect bra for everyone, so right now they are offering our listeners 15% off your first order! Go to THIRDLove.com/GROWN now to find your perfect-fitting bra, and get 15% off! Engage your brain with fun puzzles and collect tons of cute characters with Best Fiends. Download the 5-Star Rated game on the Apple App Store and Google Play for free! That’s FRIENDS without the R- Best Fiends! Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

Finding Joy

This week Jade and Keia read love letters that they’ve written to themselves (as discussed last week). They invite you to join them in starting the practice of writing a letter to express self-love and accountability throughout 2020. https://www.xonecole.com/heres-why-you-should-write-yourself-a-love-letter/?rebelltitem=5#rebelltitem5 Shout out to my sis: IG: @HeyyHealer https://www.HeyyHealer.com/ https://www.dallasobserver.com/arts/two-healers-want-to-heal-desoto-starting-with-its-high-schools-11846782 Upstart is the lending platform that offers smarter interest rates. Visit Upstart.com/GROWN to find out how low your Upstart rate is, and the best part? It won’t affect your credit! Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

An Ode to Self Love Part II

Jade and Keia present the prequel to next week's kitchen table talk which will feature love letters to themselves. Love letters will frame goal and intention setting and will contribute to accountability work for 2020. Write a love letter to yourself and be ready to chat around the kitchen table next week. https://www.xonecole.com/heres-why-you-should-write-yourself-a-love-letter/?rebelltitem=5#rebelltitem5 Shout out to my sis: Life Wellness Center 376 Tompkins Ave Brooklyn, NY 11216 IG: LifeWellnessBK www.LifeWellnessCenter.Life CHILDREN OF VIRTUE AND VENGEANCE is described as “Black Panther” with magic, bringing both Black Lives Matter and Black Girl Magic into a fictional West African world inspired by Tomi Adeyemi’s Nigerian roots. New Year’s special, y’all! Visit HelloFresh.com/grown10 and enter the code GROWN10 for ten free meals including free shipping. . Get all your meal prep needs delivered to your door not only for the low-low, but for the no-no. Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

An Ode to Self Love

Join Jade and Keia at the kitchen table for a discussion of Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and breaking family tradition. Shout out to my sis: Our Brothers and Sisters in Puerto Rico need our help. With the recent earthquakes, many have lost their home. Donate to La Clinica de Comida, who provides FREE hot community meals, local produce, water filtration systems, etc. https://www.gofundme.com/f/la-clinica-de-comida-the-food-clinic?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link-tip&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet Samuel Ashe of the ASHE Academy. Bridging the access gap for students of color pursuing the Arts and STEM fields. https://theasheacademy.org/ Krystle Miller of Brooklyn Knots IG: @BrooklynKnots Website: www.BrooklynKnots.com CHILDREN OF VIRTUE AND VENGEANCE is described as “Black Panther” with magic, bringing both Black Lives Matter and Black Girl Magic into a fictional West African world inspired by Tomi Adeyemi’s Nigerian roots. If we care about the ingredients in the food that we eat and the beauty products we use, why shouldn’t be the same of our feminine products? For 30% off your first month’s subscription , visit mylola.com and enter code GROWN30 when you subscribe. It’s engagement season and if you’re thinking of popping the question or currently planning for wedding- you need to check out Zola. Go to Zola.com/GROWN and use promo code SAVE50 to get 50% off your save the dates.

Unique Position of Breaking Tradition

In light of current events, Jade and Keia discuss precautions and things to consider in the case of a possible emergency. We're not here to scare you, just practicing real adulting by staying ready so don't have to get ready. Shout out to my sis: For the month of January, Melissa is offering 20% off all headshot sessions Melissa Alexander of Phyllis Iller IG: Phyllis.iller www.PhyllisIller.com Like A Boss stars; Tiffany Haddish, Rose Byrne, Salma Hayek, Billy Porter, and Jennifer Coolidge. Don’t miss LIKE A BOSS in theatres January 10th. Grab your girlfriends and be the first to see LIKE A BOSS as part of Girls Night Out on Wednesday, January 8th. These exclusive GNO screenings will have happy hour and drink specials, and you’ll get to see the film two days before it’s official release in theatres! Visit www.LikeABossMovie.com for participating locations. CHILDREN OF VIRTUE AND VENGEANCE is described as “Black Panther” with magic, bringing both Black Lives Matter and Black Girl Magic into a fictional West African world inspired by Tomi Adeyemi’s Nigerian roots. Engage your brain with fun puzzles and collect tons of cute characters with Best Fiends. Download the 5-Star Rated game on the Apple App Store and Google Play for free! That’s FRIENDS without the R- Best Fiends! Kickstart your New Years Resolution with Teami Greens. Teami Greens are a delicious, simple way to get your daily intake of nutritious greens. Go to TeamiBlends.com and use code GROWN at checkout for 20% off a $29 order. ThirdLove knows there’s a perfect bra for everyone, so right now they are offering our listeners 15% off your first order! Go to THIRDLove.com/GROWN now to find your perfect-fitting bra, and get 15% off! Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

Stay Ready

Jade and Keia sit at the kitchen table for the final episode of the decade to curate their perfect holiday. Shout out to my sis: Baby Bangz Natural Hair Salon (New Orleans, LA) IG: @CurlKilla BabyBangz.com Candice O CandiceOBeauty.com PrettyIntentional.com IG: candiceobeauty Taylor Infused, LLC https://taylorinfused.com/ Y’all asked for this damn merch, so get yours today! Visit http://ShopGettinGrown.com Stream Dissect on Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Because great art deserves more than a swipe. Want to smell like refreshing coconut water and never run out of deodorant again? Go to KopariBeauty.com/GROWN to get 15% off your monthly subscription orders. Let Hello Fresh make your life easier with recipes that take just around 30 minutes to prepare. Get 9 free meals by visiting HelloFresh.com/Grown9 and using code GROWN9. Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

A Perfect Holiday

Sometimes you've got to curate your peace. Join Jade and Keia at the kitchen table this week, as they continue a conversation from the San Francisco live show on their personal coping mechanisms during the scam that is the holiday season. Shout out to my sis: Tamika Sherrod IG: @SqueakECleanllc Facebook: SqueakE Clean LLC Mention Gettin Grown, and receive $15 off! Gettin’ Grown is going on the road with the Friendzone! Dallas- Saturday, October 26th San Francisco- Saturday, December 7th Atlanta- Saturday, December 14th (SOLD OUT!) https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-friend-zone-podcast-11041695587 Y’all asked for this damn merch, so get yours today! Visit http://ShopGettinGrown.com Stream Dissect on Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Because great art deserves more than a swipe. Upstart is the lending platform that offers smarter interest rates. Visit Upstart.com/GROWN to find out how low your Upstart rate is, and the best part? It won’t affect your credit! LOLA is here to make your period a little bit easier. Get started with a trial set today, and get 30% off your $5 trial set at mylola.com and use code GROWN30! Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

Hold My Peace

This week Jade and Keia discuss words and expressions that have been overused and misused. Join us at the kitchen table for a talk about things conversations on the internet that we've grown TIRED of.... featuring submissions from the listeners. Shout out to my sis: IG: @comedyatheknit https://www.ticketweb.com/event/comedy-at-the-knitting-factory-knitting-factory-brooklyn-tickets/9953155 Gettin’ Grown is going on the road with the Friendzone! Get your tickets now! Dallas- Saturday, October 26th San Francisco- Saturday, December 7th Atlanta- Saturday, December 14th (SOLD OUT!) https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-friend-zone-podcast-11041695587 Y’all asked for this damn merch, so get yours today! Visit http://ShopGettinGrown.com Mercari is the selling app that makes it fast and easy to sell almost anything! Download Mercari to sell your shit today. ThirdLove knows there’s a perfect bra for everyone, so right now they are offering our listeners 15% off your first order! Go to THIRDLove.com/GROWN now to find your perfect-fitting bra, and get 15% off! Want a hug for your feet? Go to Bombas.com/Grown and get 20% off during their big holiday sale, November 18-December 5th! You don’t have to change it all in one day, start your habit changing solution routine at Noom.com/Grown Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

T-I-RED

Jade and Keia keep it light this week with more conversation around Thanksgiving etiquette, holiday horror stories, and disgusting dinner recipes. This time with input from the listeners! Gettin’ Grown is going on the road with the Friendzone! Get your tickets now! Dallas- Saturday, October 26th San Francisco- Saturday, December 7th Atlanta- Saturday, December 14th (SOLD OUT!) https://www.eventbrite.com/o/the-friend-zone-podcast-11041695587 Want to smell like refreshing coconut water and never run out of deodorant again? Go to KopariBeauty.com/GROWN to get 15% off your monthly subscription orders. Have dinner ready in 30 minutes and receive 9 free meals by going to HelloFresh.com/Grown9 and enter code GROWN9. Try Firstleaf wine club today- where buying great wine is simple. Visit Firstleaf.com/Grown for six bottles of wine for only $29.95 , plus free shipping. Email: GettinGrownPodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @GettinGrownPod IG: @GettinGrownPod Facebook: www.Facebook.com/GettinGrownPodcast

The Nahs of Thanksgiving Pt. 2

Keia and Jade are two happy and hard working (Blackity) Black Women who are just trying to learn how to adult, for real. Join us each week for Kitchen TableTalk, Petty Peeves and Lessons in Black Women Self Care, as we try to figure out life as 30-somethings.

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