While watching the newly released Netflix superhero comedy, “Thunder Force,” the question arose....... is there any foolproof way to protect your friendships from adversity? In today’s conversation, ya girl Anji & ya big homie Trav highlight their personal opinions while dissecting the word “protect” in order to get to the root of the matter. Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

It doesn’t matter where you’re from. It’s safe to say that the phrase “You Good” can have numerous meanings EVERYWHERE ... depending on the punctuation, how it’s said, when it’s said, etcetera, etcetera. In today’s conversation, Anji & Trav discuss the phrase “You Good?!” as a necessary mental health check in friendships with Licensed Professional Counselor, Dr. Cynthia V. Taylor. Connect w/ our Guest: https://www.instagram.com/drcvtaylor Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

People say that some issues experienced are only unique to ones background, environment, or nationality. But is that always true? In today’s conversation, Anji & Trav link up with Seth & Melissa Studley, hosts of the Anatomy of Marriage Podcast, for a fun, yet deep conversation on life, love, friendship, and similarities! Together, both couples discuss everything from intentionality in marriage... to stepping up your friend circle... to generational cycles... and so much more! Connect w/ our Guest: http://www.thestudleys.com Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

People say that positivity is the key to success, happiness, and a sense of fulfillment. But how do you maintain a positive mindset and an optimistic attitude when there’s so much negativity around you? In today’s conversation, Anji & Trav discuss the importance of having POSITIVITY in your circle, with Motivational Influencer, Tamika Armstrong. Connect w/ our Guest:  www.facebook.com/tamika.o.walker Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In the early 80’s the Hip-Hop group, Whodini, tried to educate us on what “friends” really are and how they benefit us. But how many of us actually listened to the lyrics and applied it to our everyday lives? In today’s conversation, Anji & Trav dissect the lyrics of this well known song while discussing their personal views on friendship. Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

After watching the biographical drama “Judas & the Black Messiah,” the only thing left to consider is the famous words of the late Zora Neale Hurston ... “All my skinfolk ain’t kinfolk!” Join ya girl Anji & ya big homie Trav in a conversation on adhering the ‘signs’ and knowing when it’s ok to give the benefit of the doubt, all while unpacking the betrayal of Chicago’s own, Fred Hampton. Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

For centuries, women in the black community have found it challenging to receive support and empowerment from their fellow female counterparts. It’s a struggle that has not gone unnoticed, but an effort that has not globally changed. In today’s episode, Anji & Trav dissect and discuss the recent tribute to Madame VP Kamala Harris (better known as #PearlsAndChucks) in an effort to normalize women empowerment in the black community. Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This has been a very interesting year, to say the least. BUT.... we’ve made it to the last month of the year (*insert praise break)!!! Join Anji and Trav in the Season 1 Finale as they reflect on what they learned, how they’ve grown, the good, the bad, and all the in between. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On November 22, 2020, Anji & Trav celebrated their first year of marriage. Join in on their conversation as they reflect on what they learned, the good, the bad, and all that’s in between. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The curse of sin and slavery has left an intergenerational legacy of trauma, poverty, divorce and so much more in the African American community. But is it possible that we’ve mistaken SOME of these curses for ‘cycles’? Is there even a difference? Join Anji and Trav in this week’s episode to find out. Stay Connected w/ Us: linktr.ee/lovepluswarpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app