The Wise Ones
The Wise Ones
Weena Wise
The Wise Ones Podcast is an entertaining and educational show that shines a light on the messiness of human behavior and relationships while honoring the humanity in it all. Get ready to laugh and learn! Your host, Weena Wise, is a Licensed Couple and Family Therapist, whose clinical advice is featured in Huffington Post, MindbodyGreen, Self, Prevention, and other mainstream media outlets. She is joined by JaMese McGowan, a corporate marketing and advertising executive with 20+ years of experience working with the biggest companies in the world. These Black Women will rock your world.
S1 Ep 9 Help! Is It Growing Pains or Does My Kid Need Therapy?
In this episode, Weena Wise and Ongisa Ichile-Mckenzie discuss the topic of parenting and how to determine if therapy is right for your child. They explore the difference between sadness and depression, the stigma around therapy, and the need for a supportive village to raise children. They also emphasize the importance of open communication, validating children's feelings, and empowering them to take what they learn in therapy and apply it to their real lives. The episode concludes with a discussion on involving children in politics and community engagement. Tune in for helpful tips and tools and follow/like the podcast!
Apr 23, 2024
50 min
S1 Ep 8 Communication Tips for Sinking Couples
In this episode, therapists Weena Wise and Anne-Marie James Henry discuss the common pitfalls of communication for couples at every stage of dating and marriage, and provide insight on what to look for to gauge the health of a relationship. They also provide specific techniques that build healthy communication and stress the significance of pre-marital therapy in helping dating couples build a foundation of good communication from the start. Tune in for tips that work!
Apr 18, 2024
58 min
S1 E7 Does the Algorithm Ruin Us for Love and Marriage?
Weena and JaMese explore the heartfelt letter of a woman whose family has been deeply impacted by their personal experiences with internet algorithms. JaMese shares behind-the-scenes knowledge of how marketers and advertisers use algorithms to influence our daily lives. Weena provides ways that individuals and families can fight feelings of loneliness and prepare children for healthy partnerships in the future.
Mar 18, 2024
52 min
S1 Ep6 Couple to Throuple S1 Ep10
In this episode, Weena and JaMese discuss the season finale of the show 'Couples of Throuple'. The podcast hosts review the outcomes of the couples on the show and discuss the lessons learned from their experiences. They explore the dynamics of throuple relationships and the challenges they face. The hosts also discuss the importance of open communication and addressing attraction outside of a committed relationship. They emphasize the need for both partners to do the work to rebuild trust after infidelity. Finally, they tease upcoming episodes that will delve deeper into relationship topics.
Mar 13, 2024
50 min
S1 E5 Couple to Throuple S1 E 7, 8, 9
In this episode, Weena and JaMese recap episodes 7, 8, and 9 of the show 'Couple to Throuple.' First, they briefly discuss Reesa Teesa's Viral TikTok series. They explore the formation of new throuples along with the fun and romance obstacle course. They also talk about one couple's experience in the Eden suite, the confrontation at breakfast, and the drama at the choosing ceremony. The concept of learning valuable lessons from separation and the value of getting closure are discussed. The unfinished business exercise brings past connections back into the picture. The last episode ends with a cliffhanger as Jonathan questions the compatibility of his lifestyle with Ashmal and Ramon's.
Feb 26, 2024
1 hr 28 min
S1 E4 Couple to Throuple S1 E4, 5, 6
In this episode, Weena and JaMese recap episodes four, five, and six of the show 'Couples to Throuple'. They explore the importance of compatibility and core values in relationships, as well as the balance between novelty and normalcy. The hosts also touch on the topics of honesty, sexual compatibility, and the arrival of a new couple, Maximo and Ash. There are plenty of "show and awe" moments and laughs as they discuss the changing dynamics between the couples and singles. The episodes end with tension and uncertainty. Listen now!
Feb 21, 2024
1 hr 27 min
S1 E3 Couple to Throuple S1 E3
In this episode, Weena and JaMese discuss the events of episode 3 of the show 'Couple to Throuple'. They recap the couples' experiences, including jealousy exercises and choosing ceremonies. They explore themes of jealousy, communication, and boundaries within the relationships. The hosts also provide insights into the dynamics between the couples and the challenges they face. The episode ends with a cliffhanger as one couple contemplates their future in the experiment. Tune in for all the action times THREE!
Feb 21, 2024
48 min
S1 Ep2 Couple to Throuple S1 Ep 2
In this episode, Weena and JaMese discuss the Super Bowl halftime show and then dive into a recap of episode 2 of the show 'Couple to Throuple.' The hosts explore the tension between Dylan, Lauren, Becca, and Mia, as well as the conflict between Ashmal and Rehman as the episode delves into the complexities of polyamorous relationships. The topics of safe words, setting boundaries insecurities, and power struggles are also explored. Effective communication and addressing jealousy are also key themes discussed. The episode concludes with the highly anticipated choosing ceremony.
Feb 16, 2024
1 hr 1 min
S1 Ep1 Couple to Throuple S1 Ep1
In this episode, Weena Wise and JaMese McGowan discuss the premiere of the show 'Couple to Throuple' and the concept of ethical non-monogamy. They introduce the four couples participating in the show and discuss their backgrounds and motivations. The hosts analyze the chemistry between the couples and the singles as the couples make their first choices during the choosing ceremony. The episode concludes with a discussion of the couples' first night together and the dynamics that emerge. Weena and JaMese invite you to tune in to upcoming episodes and follow them on social media. You won't want to miss the juicy gossip and banter in future episodes!
Feb 15, 2024
59 min