Girl, I Guess

What happens when a King and two Queens have a sit-down? Tea is spilled!    Reality TV mastermind Carlos King pulls up a seat and dishes on everything you want to know about life behind the Reality TV cameras. Later in the episode, King gives us his own lineup of the ideal "reality star Mount Rushmore," shares his views on comparisons to Mona Scott Young, and finally discusses his highly anticipated return to Housewives. He even shares his thoughts on Porsha's recent engagement - yes, goes there, plus Karen and Ming get the latest on his newest project "BET presents The Encore," which lit Twitter on fire for the premiere.    With all his success in traditional television, the ladies couldn't help but ask his views on choosing between linear TV vs Streaming, the depiction of black women on TV, and his most memorable moments. Oh and get into this, he's dropping a Girl I Guess exclusive so you don't want to miss this!

Have you ever heard, "You don't know someone until you travel with them?" Well this week, Karen and Ming recap their recent trip to Miami in attendance for the latest Mayweather #braggingrights fight. The ladies also dive into their personal do's and don'ts when traveling and in celebration of PRIDE month, highlight the love and support amongst the LGBTQ+ community. Later on, the topic of dating a friend's ex is ushered in and true feelings are shared. With the return of BET's Sistas, the duo revisit the Season 2 finale with insightful perspectives. Can you "guess" who resonates with which character most? Listen in and find out now!

On this episode, the ladies take a minute to catch up with their listeners and the audience at home. They receive a bunch of mail and inquiries about each of them individually and together and wanted to dedicate this episode to answering all of your most important questions so get ready! Is Ming bi-racial? What job was Karen was fired from? You'll learn all of these and more on this special "Ask US Anything" edition!

In this episode, Karen and Ming bring back guest favorite, "HoodHealer" to clear up some misconceptions and recent statements made online. Ming goes deep to get the answers she's looking for after putting our Psychic Clairvoyant on ice for denouncing post-partum depression. Karen discusses labels and descriptions that keep us bound and Hood Healer also drops a special announcement. It's an episode you don't want to miss!

"How do "over-the-top" celebrities, influencers and public figures stay out of "trouble" with social media in today's climate? Where do we draw the line when it comes to professionalism in non-traditional workplaces? How long do you have to show change after being held accountable? On this weeks episode, Karen and Ming tackle an array of these topics, their own life updates and attempt to "clear the air" as it pertains to their very own workplace at the Joe Budden Network."

On this episode of "Girl I Guess," the ladies invite singer/songwriter Mario to the couch to discuss their ongoing conversation around dating during Covid and the world re-opening. Both Ming and Karen ask Mario about performing live vs the live-streaming performance and reminisce on past outdoor activities. Mario discusses everything from his childhood and growing up in Baltimore to his new music out now, his writing and recording process and the book he's currently writing.

 In celebration of Mothers across the globe, Karen and Ming dedicate a special episode to discuss all things "Motherhood," including the differences in their childhood & family upbringings, medical mishaps during pregnancy and childbirth for black women. Ming talks about the birth of her daughter Story and maintaining a single parent home while Karen dishes on her teenage years, how her mom became her best friend and even surprises Ming with a special Mother's Day gift!

Summary: On this episode, the ladies discuss the effects of living in this semi-post pandemic society and it's natural effects on us as Black people in all parts of our lives including our relationships with ourselves and others, plus how we identify these moments and how we can be coping to deal and process. Their joined by Karen's personal therapist, Health and Relationship expert, Dr. Allycin Powell-Hicks who gives great perspective covering topics ranging from how people mourn through denial to when people should consider getting therapy for themselves.

 After a brief hiatus, Karen and Ming are back covering a variety of topics. The ladies discuss the unfortunate passing of the Legendary DMX (who Ming saw at her very first concert) and Black Rob and breakdown how black men are portrayed in the media as well as in TV and Film. Does social media play a bigger role in mental health and insecurities? They give their take on this topic as well as its effects on body image and if influencers such as Kevin Samuels further the cause or perpetuate the stereotype. The ladies also discuss a few of their favorites including current favorite TV shows, foods they love and their favorite artists and concerts they can't wait to attend again. 

This week, the ladies have a very candid conversation with Mother, Pastor and Author Sarah Jakes Roberts on her new book "Woman Evolve: Break Up With Your Fears and Revolutionize Your Life!" Karen and Ming ask Sarah about topics ranging from healing and forgiveness to authenticity and "owning your past." Sarah discusses everything from learning to live out what you speak and transparency in her fellowship to perceptions of the church, a YES-day with her kids and her process for writing this latest book. This is definitely an episode you don't want to miss!