ITS BLACK HISTORY MONTH! HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH! Let's never forget and learn to appreciate the richness of black history even if Governor Ron DeSantis is trying to get rid of AP African American history classes in high schools. Let's bring in the political debate, Lauren and Mal are here for it all. This episode begins with a conversation of Valentine's day and how some may believe that it is unnecessary, do you truly love someone if you only show your appreciation one day out of 365 days in a year?The current governor of Florida discusses banning AP African American History in high schools and the political debate begins,I mean how can we truly understand who we are as a community when our history is being erased. The little bit of our history that hasn't already been manipulated in school texts books, give the real, raw history and stop sugarcoating the facts. Speaking of communities that are being oppressed, lets talk about the recent hike in interest rates and the seesaw line that we are being balanced on between interest rates and inflation! when the federal reserve is raising interest rates, they are actually trying to lower the price of eggs and tapper down inflation! Listen to Mal and Lauren explain this fine line of how interest rates affect inflation in this episode be sure to tune in and let us know your thought on future ideas or resopnse to our current topics.

Money has to keep moving like the waves in the ocean, and that’s why it’s called currency. On this episode, we discuss how money that sits actually ends up becoming worth less because of the rate of inflation, and the price of eggs! Your buying power becomes less and less, therefore you have to invest in order to become wealthy.Whether you are investing in the stock market, your business, or other ventures you have to find a way for your money to work for you as an employee. As Dubai recently paid Beyoncé 24 million to perform at their new 1.4 billion dollar hotel, Beyoncé herself invested her profits into her daughter by giving her 23 of the 24 million. Stephen A smith can personally come on our podcast about his comments though, as Rihanna does compare to Beyoncé. -LaurenMoving forward mal discussed the important of keeping a good circle around you to progress through life. “See my friends, see my future “ has a deeper meaning because friends can be distractions just like a cell phone can!Lastly we touch on snooping through your partners things and if it is manipulation if you get mad about what you find, or is it giving yourself piece of mind settling your suspicions? Be sure to check out our video coming to the podcast as we begin to set up our bee studio. I mean let’s be real are you even serious about your success if you aren’t investing into your self ?

On this episode we invited Hollywood from the Jalem Michael Show to speak to come chat with us.

Recently we saw a post on Instagram discussing why no matter what state we are, MLK street always seems to be in lower income communities. Let’s talk about gentrification, education, and exploitation. Knowledge is power as we are always told, but how does this directly apply in our own backyards ?The keys to success are in the love of the craft and the more educated you become in your craft. Those who know how to grow their stories and businesses will always tell you that you have to watch your market and keep educating yourself to keep evolving. We talk about the comparative market analysis strategy that can be used in just about any business transaction. And lastly touching on value add and justifying the higher price you can now command to make your business grow. Let us know if we are hitting the nail on the head in the comments!

First episode of the New Year! Getting back to the basics of financial literacy Lauren explains some of the loopholes that Previous President Trump took advantage of to pay little to NO taxes while still be valued for millions of dollars. Is this a good businessman or a manipulative businessman? Or are all investors/businessmen taking advantage of others? Speaking of President Trump who stated, that Global Warming was not "real" Lauren touches on this past winter in Florida were temperatures have reached recorded lowes in decades. Global Warming has a multitude of effects on the planet climate, ecosystem, and human species that we have not even thought about. Back to the basics of financial literacy homeownership has been a staple in the United States but with housing affordability becoming more and more out of reach the USA may become similar to the UK, in becoming a renters nation where it will be more common for people to rent a home rather than own their own home. So what are some advantages and disadvantages of owning a home versus renting and which may be better for your financial situation? Stay tuned and follow us on Instagram @LaurenExplains_it all

Welcoming in the New Year! 2023 is coming quickly but that doesn't mean you need to wait for a new year, new week, or new month to start your goals. Whether it be person goals, business goals, or career goals Lauren and Mal in traduce their new tradition to learn how to continuously grow and self reflect. New relationships teach us that every person we encounter teaches us lessons, some are good and some are bad. Open mindedness and reflecting on old ways or beliefs and entering a new era of taking even bigger risks to become the person you want to be are all included in self growth. As a famous philosopher once said " a life without self reflection is a life wasted."

On this episode Lauren and Mal set the mood with some good energy from the world's favorite Auntie Mary J. Blige. First the duo dive into AirTags and how the technology is changing the dating scene (01:10). Some how Lauren & Mal make a detour into the latest Crypto Billionaire dying mysteriously making him the 4th death in recent weeks (07:10). Later in this episode Lauren gives her take on Ashanti bringing up an old story where she was offered a payment of showering with her producer instead of paying $40k per song (16:25). Lastly Lauren gives Lizzo her flowers and explains the impact she has had on her life. She also manages to get in with her weekly Kanye hate lol (26:04).Follow us on ig @laurenexplains_itall for more content

On this episode Lauren talks about her mental health and how she is coping after the Holiday (00:01). For all the females that have had a BBL, Lauren’s curiosity peaks as someone she knows begins to regret the surgery, curious on the thoughts ladies? Let me know ! (06:04)". Later in the episode Lauren and Mal give their thoughts about Kanye running for president against trump potentially in 2024 election and the recent mass-shooting in Chesapeake, VA (15:22). Lastly the duo debate over relationship etiquette and Holiday heartbreak (28:03).side note for holiday foods: is cranberry sauce the cherry on top or does it make you fold up that plate nicely and put it in the trash ? Let us know your thoughts !Follow us on ig @laurenexplains_itall for more content

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! On this episode Lauren and Mal discuss the dysfunction and awkwardness of Thanksgiving and their personal relationships with family (01:56). Later in the pod the duo give their condolences to Shanquella Robinson and discuss frenemies (14:07). After the heavy topic of Shanquella, Lauren & Mal are forced to choose between a 21 savage and Kodak black verzus, where they choose opposite sides (22:19). Lastly, Lauren finally goes to see Wakanda Forever and gives an interesting movie review (42:00).Follow us on ig @laurenexplains_itall for more content

On this episode we give a quick initial review of 21 Savage & Drake, "Her Loss".Follow us on ig @laurenexplains_itall for more content