Join Host Kantoinette and returning guest Richard as we discuss what it means to be black to us, our experiences with exploring blackness creatively/in real-time, and get to know “Rick” as the beautiful creative he is.    Here are some things discussed in this Creating Space Interview:   What is the most special thing about being black to you?   Describe your brand of existing while black or “blackness”   How do you approach this show differently than you did the previous show (Rick & Namon)   Why did you decide that podcasting was the way you wanted to create content?   Remember to SUBSCRIBE  to LBF Podcast to catch bi-weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Follow Guest Richard on IG @stilltalkinglblack for podcast content and @doddsism for his personal page. Be sure to listen to the bi-weekly episode release of Still Talking Black and check out the recent mini-series on mothers of black sons.    Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Join Host Kantoinette for this one-on-one discussion about mental health and the trend that seems to be helpful and possibly hindering our continued journeys in becoming better.   Here are some things to consider for this discussion:   How is your current state of mental health?   What things in your life improve your mental health? Maintain it?   What does a life of wellness and fulfillment look like for you?   Remember to SUBSCRIBE  to LBF Podcast to catch bi-weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Join Host Kantoinette and returning guest, Richard of Still Talking Black Podcast, as they have an honest and open discussion about their understanding of hustle culture from personal experiences.   Here are some things to consider for this discussion:   Why is hustle culture so popular?   Is it helpful or hurtful?    What are your financial goals in life?   How has your pursuit of money influenced your career choices?   Do you assign self-value to your bank accounts or hustles? Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Follow guest Richard on Instagram @doddsism and his podcast @StillTalkingBlack; stream his biweekly show Still Talking Black on all the major platforms for conversations about the black experience.   Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Join Host Kantoinette with returning Creating Space artists, AZACE and GANDY, as we discuss friendship and brotherhood. This addition to the series focuses on how black men connect and support each other in real ways. There’s nothing like your BRO.   Here’s a few things to consider for this discussion:   Why is brotherhood important to you?   What do you consider “brotherhood?”   What’s your top 3 Bro Code Rules?   How do you hold each other accountable?    How does healthy affection look in healthy male friendships? Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on weekends.   Like and share these conversations with a friend or your BRO!   Want to get social? Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.   Follow Guests AZACE on instagram @yolzsa; Gandy @therealGandy843; Stream their solo projects and joint singles on all major platforms.    Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Join Host Kantoinette we take a moment to make some beautiful commitments to ourselves and reflect on 2021.   Here are some things to consider for this discussion:   What did you discover about yourself this year?   What tools did you add to your toolbox?   What LBF episode had the most impact on you?   What commitment are you making for 2021?   Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Join Host Kantoinette as we make space for the Grinch in all of us by talking about ANGER. In this episode, we explore this misunderstood and underappreciated emotion while host K gets real on her struggles to avoid learned suppression of anger on the journey to healthy expression.    Week of the Grinch: Let’s Talk Anger Challenge   Do an aggressive activity (boxing, smashing glass, beating up old car)   Write an angry letter (Don’t send or burn, keep until anger is subsides)   Make a “f*** you” playlist and sing it in the shower   Make a list of all the things that have made you angry this year; then burn it   Express your anger in one healthy way to whoever wronged you    Do hot yoga    Finish the week with a meditation on why your anger; affirmations about forgiveness and sage away  Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Join Host Kantoinette with a lovely, young black couple for this sweet episode about Black Love. These two creatives on today’s episodes have been featured as a part of the Creating Space series (Splash n Sexy & More Than Words) and now they’re allowing us to get a glimpse into their black love story. With so many discussions on how and why we disconnect; Let’s Create Space to talk about all the beautiful ways we can connect to cultivate black love.  Here are some things to consider for this discussion:   To you, What is Black Love? How is it different from other romantic love?   How do you set boundaries within the relationship? Around the relationship?   How would you describe your partner?   What advice would you give to black lovers everywhere?   Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow our guests on Instagram @Shalone_Dinesha to shop Splash n’ Sexy apparel and @MoreThanWords.flo to connect with all the creative talent in this area. Be sure to keep a lookout for SNS Pop-Up Shops and tap into More Than Words Sunday nights at Absolem Hookah Lounge     Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Join Host Kantoinette for another addition to the accountability series; SELF AWARENESS STAY KICKIN’ OUR A** or should we say the lack of self-awareness. In this episode, we discuss the two broad categories of self-awareness; internal and external while discussing the hallmarks, benefits, and truth in both. Self-awareness is one of the best tools we can use to BUILD the life that we want and become who we desire to be.  Here are some things to consider for this discussion:   When did you become self-aware?   How is self-awareness incorporated into your daily life?   Have you ever told someone that they aren’t self-aware?   What blind spots have you uncovered in your self-awareness journey through interacting with others?   Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Also Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and mor

Host: Kantoinette_theblogger   Description:   Join Host Kantoinette as we have a quick talk on how we understand and deal with criticism.  We uncover the truths behind constructive, unconstructive, and even self criticism to see how they all can be used to build up ourselves.   Here are some things to consider for this discussion:   What feelings do you experience when receiving criticism?   How do you approach others with criticism? Do you dive deep into ‘tough love’ or do you find that you’re more gentle in your approach?   How do you indulge in self criticism? How do you disconnect from it?   What are some of the best things you gained from criticism? Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.

Host: Kantoinette_theblogger   Join Host Kantoinette as we add to the series that started it all. The “Death To” series is a classic that includes Death to the Good Girl, LBF’s very first ever episode; and Death to the Good Guy on Letbuildfutures.com which was added last year. Now we discuss how to kill the insecurities within ourselves through love, compassion, patience, and reality checks.     Here are some things to consider for this discussion:   When was the last time you felt insecure?   Where do those emotions stem from?   How do you “kill” the insecurities within yourself?   What are your thoughts on validation?   Do you watch HBO’s Insecure with Issa Rae? Remember to subscribe to LBF Podcast to catch weekly (Mondays) episodes and special releases on some weekends. Catch the visual episodes on Youtube by searching LBF Podcast.   Like and share these conversations with a friend.    Want to get social?    Follow host Kantoinette on Instagram @Kantoinette_theblogger or @lets_build_futures for the official LBF page.    Also, Follow the Crux Media Group @cruxmediagrouppods to find more shows that bring life to the podcasting genre. Download the Nobody Grinds app for more of what you love in black news, creatives, and more.