74: The last couple of weeks have been a whirlwind, but I'm finally finding peace and sharing everything that's been on my mind. This week, I open up about protecting your peace before talking Bravo headlines, including the emotional fallout between Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. I also react to the Love Island USA finale, share my thoughts on Angie Katsanevas' heartbreaking separation from her husband, and wrap things up with a reminder that integrity will always take you further than playing dirty. Topics Discussed: → The Love Island USA finale → Porsha Williams vs. Shamea Morton → Phaedra Parks' birthday celebration in Scotland → Kelly's fashion choices → Angie Katsanevas' separation Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:01:27 - Love Island…Recap?  → 00:03:51 - Real Housewives of Atlanta → 00:05:31 - Porsha vs. Shamea → 00:08:21 - Phaedra's Birthday  → 00:09:47 - My Thoughts on Shamea → 00:10:53 - Angie K.'s Divorce → 00:13:19 - My Tookes Takeaway: Be Ruthless → 00:14:21 - The World Cup  Further Listening:  → My Recovery Update + BRAVO: Family Secrets Rock Atlanta Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

73: This week, I'm sharing a personal update after an incredibly difficult week and reflecting on how faith, friendship, and resilience have helped me move forward.  Then I’m covering The Real Housewives of Atlanta in Scotland, where Shamea and Porsha's friendship reaches a breaking point as shocking family allegations come to light. I also discuss Kelly's legal struggles, K. Michelle's hilarious moments, Scottish traditions, and why I think Shamea deserves more empathy than ever.  Topics Discussed: → Personal update following a difficult week and leaning on faith → Reaction to the tragic Nolan Wells story → Real Housewives of Atlanta Scotland trip recap → K. Michelle's funniest moments from the trip → Scottish traditions, Highland Games, tartans, and haggis → Kelly's legal stress and the cast rallying around her → Shamea vs. Porsha friendship fallout → Preview of The Real Housewives of Orange County Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:00:36 - Personal Life Update  → 00:03:40 - Nolan Wells  → 00:05:55 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Scotland  → 00:09:45 - Haggis + Cultural Goods  → 00:12:31 - Scottish Fashion  → 00:14:47 - Kelly's Legal Struggles → 00:16:29 - Shamea Deserves More Sympathy → 00:16:54 - Shamea and Porsha’s History  → 00:22:51 - Stress Eating → 00:23:59 - Real Housewives of Orange County returning → 00:25:02 - Teeth Update  → 00:28:25 - Tookes Takeaway: Discernment Show links: → My Fourth of July Did NOT Go as Planned Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

72: This week, we're taking a quick break from the Bravo recaps because I wanted to share a personal update. What started as a fun Fourth of July with friends ended with an unexpected golf cart accident, and I wanted to tell you what happened in my own words. In this solo episode, I'm sharing the full story, talking about the lessons I've taken away from the experience, and reflecting on gratitude, faith, and moving forward. Thank you all so much for your love, prayers, and support. It truly means the world to me. We'll be back to our regularly scheduled Housewives and pop culture programming next week! Topics Discussed: → Fourth of July Golf Cart Accident → Choosing Gratitude Over Blame → Reassessing Alcohol & Healthy Habits → Faith, Reflection & Personal Growth → Moving Forward After an Unexpected Setback Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Why I'm pressing pause on Bravo this week → 00:02:15 - My Fourth of July weekend → 00:05:30 - Why I've been drinking less → 00:10:15 - Spending the Fourth of July with friends → 00:15:40 - What happened during the golf cart accident → 00:19:20 - Chipping my teeth & the aftermath → 00:23:10 - Clearing up the rumors → 00:26:00 - Leaning on faith, friends & gratitude → 00:30:05 - What this experience taught me → 00:33:10 - Tookes Takeaway: Choosing gratitude over blame → 00:36:15 - Looking ahead & moving forward Show links: → BRAVO: Atlanta's Biggest Fight + RHORI's Biggest Lies Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

71: The Bravo drama is overflowing this week, and we're breaking down every messy moment. I'm recapping the latest episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta, from the Scotland girls' trip and Angela vs. Shamea to Porsha's surprising confession and the legal drama surrounding Kelly. Then I’m covering Part 2 of the Real Housewives of Rhode Island reunion, where Brian's timeline continues to fall apart, Joellen comes armed with receipts, and I share an exclusive update after hearing directly from Brian's alleged mistress.Topics Discussed: → Real Housewives of Atlanta Scotland Trip Breakdown → Angela Oakley vs. Shamea Drama → Porsha Opens Up About Her Sexuality → Kelly's $200 Million Bravo Lawsuit Drama → RHORI Reunion Part 2 Recap → Brian's Affair Timeline & Joellen's Receipts → Exclusive DM From Brian's Alleged Mistress Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off!On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:01:01 - Rory reunion updates & Team Tuks investigation → 00:01:25 - The Real Housewives of Atlanta Recap Begins  → 00:03:41 - Is Shamea trying too hard? → 00:06:31 - Angela vs. Shamea: The cheating rumors → 00:10:15 - Porsha, Shamea & the friendship fallout → 00:12:16 - Porsha, Brit & Kelli open up about dating women → 00:14:30 - Kelli's marriage & divorce → 00:15:15 - Kelli's ex sues Bravo → 00:16:02 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island Reunion Part 2 → 00:16:20 - Kelsey's sugar baby rumors → 00:17:51 - Rosie's missing receipts → 00:18:46 - Brian's questionable timeline → 00:21:06 - The alleged mistress → 00:24:13 - Brian's lies unravel → 00:26:24 - Why Rulla deserves better → 00:27:00 - Contacting the Mistress → 00:28:03 - Tookes Takeaway Show links: → BRAVO: K. Michelle's BBL Drama + Rhode Island Reunion Secrets Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

70: This week, I'm breaking down all the latest Bravo chaos, from Real Housewives of Atlanta to Summer House: The Aftermath and Part 1 of the Real Housewives of Rhode Island reunion. We get into why Angela Oakley continues to be the MVP of Atlanta, K. Michelle's latest plastic surgery plans, Kelly's financial struggles, and the ongoing drama between Angela and Shamea. Then we're talking Summer House, Amanda and West's controversial relationship, and why some friendships may be beyond repair. Finally, I dive into the Rhode Island reunion, including affair allegations, reunion bombshells, Rulla and Brian's messy drama, and the revelations that had everyone talking. Plus, I share a quick life update from my trip to Seattle and this week's Took's Takeaway on honoring the people who helped shape us. Topics Discussed: → Real Housewives of Atlanta: Angela Oakley, Shamea + Bailey Bowl Drama → K. Michelle's Plastic Surgery Journey + BBL Conversation → Kelly's Financial Struggles, Divorce + Lifestyle Choices → Summer House: Amanda, West + The Aftermath Fallout → Real Housewives of Rhode Island Reunion Part 1 Breakdown → Rulla, Brian, Affair Allegations + Reunion Bombshells → Kendra's Seattle Trip + Life Update → Tooke's Takeaway: Honoring Your Parents + Father's Day ReflectionsFurther Listening:  →https://youtu.be/xAeLwsbq7lU?si=6HC2zN1uBSE2GcJo Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

69: We have got a packed episode today. I'm recapping Real Housewives of Atlanta, the Real Housewives of Rhode Island finale, and we are finally wrapping up Summer House reunion season. We get into Porsha getting her ring back from Dennis, the Rhode Island tracker scandal that just keeps getting crazier, and my final thoughts on Amanda, Wes, and Sierra now that the reunion has come to an end. And of course, I have a Took's Takeaway for you about dating, disappointment, trusting God's timing, and what to do when things aren't going the way you hoped they would. Topics Discussed: → Porsha's emotional reunion with Dennis → The shocking tracker scandal on RHORI → Breaking down the Rhode Island season finale → Amanda, Wes, and Sierra after the Summer House reunion → Wes' future on Summer House → Relationship red flags and hard lessons → Trusting God's timing when life doesn't go as planned Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to https://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:00:52 - Netflix's Maternal Instinct Review → 00:03:43 - Real Housewives of Atlanta Recap → 00:05:35 - Porsha Gets Her Ring Back from Dennis → 00:08:15 - Kelli's Divorce Drama Continues → 00:11:10 - Brit Eady's Return to RHOA → 00:13:38 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island Finale Recap → 00:15:12 - The Tracker Scandal Explained → 00:18:20 - Was It Cheating? The Rhode Island Debate → 00:20:42 - Final Thoughts on the RHORI Season → 00:16:22 - Summer House Reunion Part 3 → 00:18:55 - Amanda, Wes & Sierra Fallout → 00:21:45 - Wes Not Returning to Summer House → 00:23:15 - My Final Summer House Reunion Takeaways → 00:24:54 - Took's Takeaway → 00:26:18 - Dating, Expectations & Disappointment → 00:28:42 - Learning to Let Go of Control → 00:30:20 - Trusting God's Timing → 00:32:15 - Outro Show links: → https://youtu.be/xAeLwsbq7lU?si=RG-ho7Pn2GeQg2xw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

68: We have got a packed episode today. I am recapping Real Housewives of Atlanta, Real Housewives of Rhode Island, and we are still not done talking about Summer House. On top of all of that I have a Kendra Catch Up for you including a very personal dating update and a story about a man who Venmo requested for his date for fifteen dollars after dinner. Yes, you read that right. Topics Discussed: → Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16 recap  → Pinky's scripted project  → K. Michelle and Drew Sidora feud escalates  → Real Housewives of Rhode Island Brian cheating video → Summer House: Sierra  Sponsored By:  → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:01:21 - Real Housewives of Atlanta → 00:05:31 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Shamia’s Party  → 00:08:22 - Real Housewives of Potomac: Big Foot → 00:10:19 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: K. Michelle vs. Drew  → 00:14:51 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island  → 00:20:55 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island: Brian + Rula  → 00:23:05 - Summer House: Facebook Racism  → 00:27:56 - Dating + Fetishization → 00:30:12 - The Singles Pitch Event → 00:33:34 - Tookes Takeaway: Raise Your Sons Right  Further Listening:  → BRAVO: K. Michelle vs Porsha Is Getting Weird Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

67: I'm breaking down everything happening across Bravo right now, from the mess unfolding on Real Housewives of Rhode Island to the latest on Atlanta. And yes, we're talking Summer House again because after watching the reunion and revisiting everything that's come out, I still have thoughts. Topics Discussed: → Did Amanda betray Sierra on Summer House? → Why are fans upset with Amanda and West? → Is Liz becoming the villain on Rhode Island? → What's causing the feud between K. Michelle and Drew? → Is Real Housewives of Atlanta having a comeback season? Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:02:13 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island  → 00:04:46 - Is Liz Becoming The Villain Of The Season? → 00:07:02 - Gooning → 00:11:15 - Is Ashley Bringing Enough To Rhode Island? → 00:12:41 - Real Housewives of Atlanta  → 00:15:52 - Why Does K. Michelle Dislike Drew So Much? → 00:19:16 - Is Shamia Being Treated Unfairly? → 00:22:11 - Summer House Reunion  → 00:29:29 - Tookes Takeaway: Discernment  Further Links:  → BRAVO: Porsha’s New Girlfriend + K. Michelle’s Paranoia | https://youtu.be/R32xvZgUuTE  Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

66: Sometimes you just need a birthday week, a little delusion, and a whole lot of fun. This week I’m talking all things birthday, dating, confidence, haters, healing, AND Housewives.., and why nothing in life is really that serious. We get into K. Michelle’s insecurities, Porsha’s lady pond era, Phaedra’s Reiki master flute energy, and my own journey from having my heart “ajar” to maybe slightly more open. Plus: why you should act your shoe size, not your age.  Topics Discussed: → Why is K. Michelle so defensive? → Is Porsha dating women now? → How do you ignore online haters? → Why are Housewives feuding again? Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:01:22 - Real Housewives of Atlanta & K Michelle Drama → 00:03:37 - Open Relationships, Polyamory & Bravo Chaos → 00:07:42 - Shamea, Marriage & Having More Kids → 00:09:39 - Porsha’s Dating Life & “Lady Pond” Conversations → 00:11:22 - Phaedra Parks, Reiki & Sound Baths → 00:15:17 - Birthday Week Recap & New Hair Transformation → 00:17:35 - Solo Birthday Date & “My Body Is Tea” → 00:18:33 - Lavender Dates & Meeting New Men → 00:21:45 - Chump Mixer Recap → 00:23:16 - Molly Sims, Beauty Standards & Aging → 00:26:00 - Tookes Takeaway: “Let It Be Your Birthday Every Day” → 00:27:29 - Joey Zauzig Return & Final Thoughts Show links: → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tlc-bravo-is-why-id-consider-a-lavender-marriage/id1786262403?i=1000766928774 Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

65: I finally caught up on Bravo, spiraled over BBL culture, survived the most exhausting six weeks of my life, and somehow became a certified Yoga Sculpt instructor. Plus, birthday emotions, BRAVO Housewives, manifestation, and why I almost gave up. Topics Discussed: → Real Housewives of Atlanta recap → Real Housewives of Rhode Island reactions → K. Michelle on RHOA → BBL culture, Black women + beauty standards On This Episode We Cover:  → 00:00:00 - Introduction  → 00:01:48 - Real Housewives of Atlanta  → 00:05:19 - BBLs + Beauty Standards  → 00:08:33 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Shamea → 00:14:05 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island  → 00:18:48 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island: Rulla + Brian → 00:21:43 - Yoga Teacher Training  → 00:25:33 - Impactful Class + Believing In Yourself!  → 00:29:31 - Dream BIG!  Further Listening: → TLC + BRAVO Is Why I’d Consider a Lavender Marriage Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram  → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices