We did it, y’all! We made it to the end of Rosé + Thorns, season one! This season has meant so much to me and THIS EPISODE left me feeling FULL! Lynique Webster (vocalist extraordinaire) has blessed my life beyond words and I’m SO GLAD she thought it not robbery to be our season finale guest. I have no words. Just get into her wisdom regarding gift, growth, and grief . 🖤 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell those who have blessed your life about the show.You can follow and keep up with Lynique on Instagram and Twitter. You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

One thing about me—I LIVE for a “full circle” moment. On this episode of Rosé + Thorns, I spoke (and LAUGHED) with the talented SMITH. I’ve been following his work for quite some time and I’m grateful for the chance to kick back, ki ki, and dive into his music, his life, and his journey!  🖤 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your fellow SANGERS about the show.You can follow and keep up with SMITH on Instagram and Twitter. You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

I've often wondered what it’d be like to interview a jazz great. I guess God looked out by ordaining this sit down with V. Shayne Frederick. I’m still in awe of the way he openly explored his relationships with music, self, others, and much more. Get ready for a treat!  🖤 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your fellow musicians about the show.You can follow and keep up with Shayne on Instagram and Twitter. You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter. Tags: COVID19, music, jazz, blues, rhythm, R&B, Black, community, craft, music, education, New York, vulnerability, love, Epic Records, gospel, relationship, friendship, LA, DC, ATL, Atlanta, PHL, Philadelphia, Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Sarah Vaughan, , entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, lgbt, queer, Dartmouth, Ivy league 

 On this episode of Rosé + thorns, Nikki C. shows us how full life can be when we're open and authentic. We explored the ins and outs of her life as a politico and entrepreneur. I’m so grateful for her vulnerability. Grab some charcuterie and get into this episode!  🖤Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your fellow politicos about the show.You can follow and keep up with Nikki on Instagram and Twitter. Also, don’t forget to check out (and order) her amazing charcuterie boards through Instagram and The Urban Tea website.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Happy Valentine’s weekend, lovebugs! I’m so glad I got the chance to chat with Chrissy M.,  a rising entrepreneur who puts  charisma in every one of her charismatic cocktails. We talked about her business journey, her commitment to community, her determination during Covid, and much more. Grab a glass and get into this episode!  🖤 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your fellow bartenders about the show.You can follow and keep up with Chrissy M. on Instagram and Twitter. Also, don’t forget to check out her charismatic craft drinks, mixers, and other products and services through Instagram, Twitter, and the Charismatic Creations website.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

 LOVEBIUGS!!! Rosé + Thorns was on winter holiday, but we’re back to give you the rest of season one!!  If you know me, you KNOW I love to receive nuggets of wisdom from the older generations. I’m immensely grateful for the chance to talk entertainment, vulnerability, and relationship with my Uncle.  Get ready for a good time! 🖤Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your uncles about the show.You can continue conversing with Uncle Devron on Instagram and Twitter.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Bottle girling. College readiness. Black womanhood in America. Living a pleasure filled life. All these topics were covered on this episode of #rosentpod. I’m so thankful to Philadelphia’s community servant, Rhonda, for being so vulnerable and freely giving of her perspectives. 🖤 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your fellow aunties about the show.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

I love having soul stirring conversations, but sometimes I just have to let my bird flag fly. I’m so happy to have my good sis, Britney Janssen, on #rosentpod. We talked about everything under the sun—from her experiences as a pageant girl to her experiences with men. Get ready to CACKLE. 🖤 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your fellow pageant girls about the show.Want to connect with Brit? Follow her on Instagram. You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

Many center their religious experiences around trauma, pain, and heartache, but something magical happens when we explore the process of healing church hurt. I’m so glad I could chat about church (& much more) with authoress Kelli Raí, who has been instrumental in keeping the fire of my faith kindled. 🖤Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and tell your queer church friends about the show.Want to connect with Kelli? Follow her on Instagram. Also, check out her devotional on Amazon.You can follow and keep up with Rosé + Thorns on Instagram and Twitter.You can also follow and connect with P. Ryan on Instagram and Twitter.

As we’re navigating this season of thanks, I’ll say that I’m thankful for guests like Taylor Jay who aren’t afraid to come on #rosentpod and be completely vulnerable. I soooo enjoyed chatting about faith, hard work, hard times, and self-care. Get into this conversation with my favorite news anchorESS! 🖤