Rita's Room
Rita's Room
CJL
Welcome to Rita's Room! Come on in, take your shoes off, and make yourself at home as we dive into 90's black culture with an updated twist. Based on an excerpt from the 1993 classic Sister Act 2, Rita's Room takes a glance at today's society by using the show, movie, and song titles from the 1990's to give voice to our current social climate. Hosted by CJL, a native of Maryland, Rita's Room will cover topics such as faith, childhood stories, relationships and more. Get ready for a podcast that will take you down memory lane while simultaneously making you laugh, think, and process. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Got to be Real
Hey!! Taking a break from my hiatus to give you guys an authentic (REAL) update of how life has been. Intro Music: Soul Street - Got to Be Real - YouTube CashApp handle if you're inclined: $Cjlunkin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Apr 18, 2022
35 min
What About Us?
Sorry for the hiatus!!! Life is doing its thing... Anyway here is my take on 3 black classic films( Love & Basketball, Soul Food, and Set It Off) that delve into the different types of relationships: Romantic, Family, and Friends. Intro Music: Total - What About Us (If Your Girl Only Knew Remix) - YouTube Cash App: $Cjlunkin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Aug 18, 2021
55 min
Been Around the World
Traveling is one way that expand our knowledge of the world and ourselves. Join Crystal as she recalls a once in a lifetime European excursion with  the ladies she traveled with. Ft Sierra, Jazmine, and Ericka. SN; This is the first time we've all seen each other together in 10 years! Part 1 or 2 Intro Music: Lisa Stansfield- All around the world house remix https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqEc81xBSMk Cashapp: $Cjlunkin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Apr 14, 2021
1 hr 4 min
Tyler Perry-Men of the 90s
Sorry for the delay! This segment mirrors last season's where Crystal expounds of a few men of the 90s that she admires and looks up too. To kick it off, we have the mogul Tyler Perry-known for creating polarizing public opinions. Join Crystal as she reflects on the career and legacy of the writer, director, and actor. Intro Music: Yours Truly ;) IG:ritas_room1 FB: Rita's Room --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Mar 17, 2021
37 min
Weak
We all tend to play up our strengths and down play our weaknesses. This week Crystal discusses how having a full range of one's strengths and weaknesses are key. Intro Music: Jazmin Sisters Weak remix https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs2vS-neppM --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Feb 24, 2021
42 min
Beauty
The world of beauty has many definitions. Join Crystal and her hair stylist Ateallah(Tee-Tee) as they discuss the nuances and trends of beauty from their personal perspective.  Be sure to check out Tee Tee’s work on these platforms: IG : @ilove_amichelle2 FB : Ateallah Michelle Intro Music: Dru Hill Beauty Mix- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdfgWITOL6k --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Feb 17, 2021
1 hr 7 min
A Dream
Crystal journey's that infamous question "what do you want to be when you grow up?"  while also considering the characteristics of being a dreamer vs. a realist. Intro Music: Mary J Blige - A Dream --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Feb 10, 2021
53 min
Roll Call
Baltimore and DC/PG County are cities that are  50 miles apart that often get lumped into the cultural conglomerate of the DMV.  Join Crystal and guest Sarah, as they dissect the culture of  Baltimore and it's neighbor Washington D.C/PG County. Intro Music: ROLL CALL-CCB --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Feb 3, 2021
1 hr 5 min
Take Me Home
Crystal kicks off season 2 with reflections of "home" and what that means on a personal and broader level. Intro Music: SUNRAE Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIv3hMPHgFA --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Jan 27, 2021
49 min
Season Finale- A Different World(Senior Year)
Join Crystal as she closes out the season with the final segment of "A different world" as she recalls her Senior year and the lessons that ensued. This is also the Season Finale of Rita's Room.  Thank Ya'll so much for listening to my heart and stories.  Stay posted for Season 2. Intro Music:  Crystal  Clip of BSU Airband: https://youtu.be/1Hycg7puH6I (Time Stamp 25:10- 31:05) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Jun 3, 2020
1 hr 18 min
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