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Unfinished Business

By Miss Brown Presents, Inc.

Join the "too smart, too black" ladies in their bi-weekly podcast covering pop culture, sex and relationships to literature, current events and health & wellness. No topic is off limits! As college peers (Shout out to Temple University! Yes we are #TempleMade #TUMF) turned lifelong friends share their ordinary and extraordinary views, Unfinished Business also serves as a humorous and heartfelt space for like-minded individuals to connect and navigate this crazy thing called life.
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Season 4/Episode 1: Butterfly Season

Unfinished BusinessJan 03, 2024

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Season 4/Episode 1: Butterfly Season

Season 4/Episode 1: Butterfly Season

Season 4 of Unfinished Business is here! This raw and unfiltered season opener is led by executive producer/co-host, LaJonel. A few words from the host: This is my equivalent of dropping a freestyle, as I’m getting in the flow of completion. Just some raw and literally unedited thoughts of mine as we ease into 2024 aka Butterfly Season. Love y’all! This and more to come from your favorite girlies at Unfinished Business!
Jan 03, 202424:29
Episode 27: Coffee and Love Languages with Indie Artist, Angie Rose

Episode 27: Coffee and Love Languages with Indie Artist, Angie Rose

PLEASE NOTE: Unforeseen technical issues at the time of the recording of this episode resulted in LaJonel's not-so-great sound quality, so we apologize in advance! Please forgive us! Despite that, we delivered a great episode for y'all to enjoy! xo, the Unfinished Business Production Crew

...now on to the show!

The ladies of Unfinished Business are joined by special guest co-host, the one and only, Angie Rose! The indie hip-hop and R&B recording artist and humanitarian joins us to talk about everything from her work to help restore Puerto Rico post-Hurricane Maria, to love and relationships, how she empowers her fans beyond the music, and the inspiration behind her award-winning 2017 EP, "Sipp'N Coffee in the Bakery". Plus, she gives deets on her newest project which drops in March 2018! 

As the founder of “Unstoppable Threadz”, a brand that funds initiatives that bring hope to communities all over the world, thousands of people have united with her to say one beautiful phrase: I’M UNSTOPPABLE. Angie Rose continues to prove that day-to-day in her work!

Song of the week: FIYA by Angie Rose feat. Lish

Check out Angie Rose's music on all streaming platforms and follow her for the latest on new projects and more:

website: angierosemusik.com

twitter: AngieRoseMusik

instagram: AngieRoseMusik

Show Notes:

Hosted by LaJonel, Tori, Charisse, Shari and Sade

Produced by LaJonel

Edited by Po B 

“Unfinished Business (Intro/Outro)” by Po B

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Email: unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com

Feb 11, 201843:21
Episode 26: #realfriends

Episode 26: #realfriends

Mind Ya Business - Your News, the "UB" Way!

  • Serial entrepreneur, Lynn P. Smith started "Buy the Block", the first black-owned crowdfunding platform in the country that connects real estate developers seeking to crowdfund any type of property, and the only one dedicated to making investments in real estate as a group more accessible for Black people! The buying power of Black women is in the trillions, let's continue to support each other!
  • Super Bowl 52...LET'S GO EAGLES!!!

The Re-Up: What about your REAL FRIENDS?! Many wonder how we've maintained our 14+ years of friendship. Your favorite co-hosts open up in sharing the do’s and dont’s of maintaining #realfriends. Get to know us in this wild and fun episode; and go get you some #realfriends

Hosted by LaJonel, Tori, Charisse, Shari and Sade

Produced by LaJonel, Tori and Shari

Edited by Po B

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“Unfinished Business (Intro/Outro)” by Po B (@porsche_mamab)

Instagram: @unfinishedbusinesspodcast

Twitter: @UB_podcast

Facebook: Unfinishedbusiness08

Email: unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com

 

Feb 03, 201858:48
Episode 25: Say Yes to the Dress

Episode 25: Say Yes to the Dress

Gendered and Sexual Violence Against Native Women in the US, Black Men Saying Yes to the Dress, and Mugshot-turned-Money Bags
Jan 22, 201831:14
Episode 24: What a Time to be Alive
Jan 07, 201801:02:48
Episode 23: Let Your Fro Grow and Your Skin Glow feat. Tess Shimoyama

Episode 23: Let Your Fro Grow and Your Skin Glow feat. Tess Shimoyama

Welcome to episode 23 featuring founder/CEO of ColorfullXchange, Tess Shimoyama!

As the year comes to a close, we remember some of 2017’s wild and crazy moments in pop culture, current events, celebrity couples, fashion trends and more + discuss today’s natural hair care movement, the evolution of the product market and beauty trends/brands to look for in 2018 + Tess puts us on to Philly’s first ever natural hair #ProductSwap, and how she is on a mission to promote wellness of the mind, body and soul through ColorfullXchange in “Too Smart, Too Black”!

Episode 23 is now available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, SoundCloud and Stitcher.

P.s. Do yourself a favor and stock up on Tess’ Oil Blend and Tess’ Creme. It’s Unfinished Business approved!

P.p.s. Thank you all for rockin' with us in 2017! We're excited about what we have planned for 2018! We love you!!! Have a safe and unforgettable NYE!

Hosted by LaJonel, Victoria, Shari and Sade 

Produced by: Sade and LaJonel 

Edited by Portia aka Po B (IG: @porsche_mamab)

Featured Song: Coconut Oil by Lizzio

"Unfinished Business (Intro/Outro)" by Po B

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Facebook: UnfinishedBusiness08

Contact us! unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com

Dec 24, 201701:36:04
Episode 22: Pre-Litty Christmas Committee

Episode 22: Pre-Litty Christmas Committee

In this episode, LaJonel, Tori and Shari take it easy, in spite of the chaos of the world and our personal lives, to discuss some do’s and dont's for this holiday season.

In the Group Chat, get their take on gift-giving etiquette for dating, how to compromise on family traditions in relationships and whether or not sex-themed gifts are appropriate.

Shari gives a dose of reality on modern day slavery and America’s lead epidemic in our news segment, Mind Ya Business. So sit back, pour a glass of red wine, get cozy with your fave hot cocoa or get real crazy with a Dirty Mexican (Shari put us on to this one) and take a moment to relax with Unfinished Business!

Featured Song: Believe It, Lonny X (prod. Gravez)

Hosted by LaJonel, Tori, Shari and Sade 

Produced by LaJonel and Shari 

Edited by Portia aka Po B (IG: porsche_mamab)

Unfinished Business (Intro/Outro) by Po B

Instagram: unfinishedbusinesspodcast

Facebook: Unfinishedbusiness08

Twitter: UB_Podcast

Contact us: unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com

Dec 08, 201751:15
Episode 21: “Have a Plate, That Food for Your Soul Tip”

Episode 21: “Have a Plate, That Food for Your Soul Tip”

In this episode, we share what makes us we feel “full” - filled + highlight Black women pioneers in the ongoing battle of sexual harassment in our news segment, “Mind Your Business” + THOTalks is back! We’re talking threesomes and how to get what you want in the bedroom + in honor of Thanksgiving, we honor our favorite meme time of year with #ThanksgivingwithBlackFamilies and #ThanksgivingClapback in Too Smart, Too Black!

Unfinished Business is so thankful for you! Thanks for taking this journey with us! Have a safe and joyous Thanksgiving weekend with your family, friends and loved ones. Enjoy episode 21!

Hosted by LaJonel, Victoria, Charisse, Shari and Sade

Produced by LaJonel

Edited by Portia aka Po B (IG: @porsche_mamab)  

Featured song: “Caught Up by GoldFace Richy & NotNxrmal

“Unfinished Business (Intro/Outro)” by Po Bo

 

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Contact Us: unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com

Nov 24, 201756:43
Episode 20: All We Hear is Platinum This, Platinum That featuring Feminista Jones

Episode 20: All We Hear is Platinum This, Platinum That featuring Feminista Jones

Who better to guest co-host our 20th episode than thee one and only FEMINISTA JONES! The universe worked its magic and the award-winning writer/community activist/Queen of Black Twitter (among other titles) sat with us to talk sex & relationships, why astrology matters in all aspects of life, and what Black feminism means to her. In "Too Smart, Too Black", we get the scoop on the evolution of her erotic novel, Push the Button! Learn more about Feminista Jones: feministajones.com Twitter: @FeministaJones
Nov 10, 201701:05:55
Episode 19: I Got...No Time

Episode 19: I Got...No Time

Tune in to hear LaJonel, Tori and Shari as they discuss news you should know, how you know if you're a actually a good guy or a f*ck boy who THINKS he's a good guy; and a black-owned upholstery company producing chic and unique pieces is Too Smart, Too Black. In this episode, we introduce our newest segment, Mind Your Business, news you should know beyond mainstream headlines! In light of the greatness that is Insecure 2, the ladies discuss f*ck boys who think they're good guys--the infamous line by Tasha in response to Lawrence playing with her heart. Women worldwide clapped and yelled "Preach!" and we, of course, explored the meaning behind this genius one-liner. We define f*ck boys vs. the nice guy, when does one realize that the nice guy is actually a f*ck boy? We define masculine tropes (first defining a what a TROPE is) and how it continues to impact the roles we play in relationships. Black-owned upholstery and home staging company, Elan by Uri, is Too Smart, Too Black! Check out her custom pieces and learn more about the New York City-based company below: Instagram: @Elan_byUri Facebook: ElanbyUri Tune in for good laughs and a strong female perspective!
Oct 08, 201752:29
Episode 18: Hella Done: Post Breakup Do's and Dont's

Episode 18: Hella Done: Post Breakup Do's and Dont's

The season 3 opener features the first guest and male co-host, founder of non-profit, "Bridging the Gap" and longtime friend of UB, Garrett Richardson (@btggarrett)! The Group Chat: Inspired by season two of Insecure, together they discuss some major do’s and dont’s out of a serious relationship including what to do and not-to-do on social media, why self-reflection is so important for both men and women, and how to have a successful hoetation after the breakup. Too Smart, Too Black: Caidyn Bennett, LA-based kid-actor/comedian, mocks white women and their creepy ass interest in black hair in his comedic re-enactment of a conversation with his mom and said predators, Susan and Sandy in the viral video, “No Susan, These are Dreads” Tune in for all of this and much more! Learn more about Bridging the Gap: Instagram: @btgnj Facebook: Bridging the Gap P.S. Unfinished Business is now available on Google Play Music...search "Miss Brown Presents" to easily find us and subscribe! xo
Sep 23, 201701:11:55
Episode 17: Girl you look so good when you got no social media

Episode 17: Girl you look so good when you got no social media

Summer '17 celeb scandals + What is means to be private vs. secretive on social media + A Black-owned nail salon in the heart of South Philly, Brown Sugar Nail Spa, is Too Smart, Too Black! Featured Song & Artist: Poppin' by Rico Nasty Too Smart, Too Black Feature: Brownsugarnailspa.com Instagram: Brownsugarnailspa Facebook: Brown Sugar Nail Spa
Aug 14, 201746:00
Episode 16: Mask Off - THOTalks Returns!

Episode 16: Mask Off - THOTalks Returns!

THOTalks is back! Also, we honor leo season + sex positions we could do without + two of our listener’s questions are addressed in the juicy segment, THOTalks! Too Smart, Too Black: Brittani Canty (IG: @brittcanty), creator of Yell, Black Girl! (IG: @yellblackgirl_public_relations), an up and coming independent public relations firm based in Philadelphia, PA. Brittani, a strategic communications major at Temple University (#templemade!!), is on a mission to serve and elevate fellow young, black entrepreneurs! Tune in and learn why Brittani and Yell, Black Girl! is #toosmarttooblack! Featured Song: Empress (Musica De Magia) by Mizu Ming Follow us! Instagram: @unfinishedbusinesspodcast Twitter: @UB_Podcast Subscribe to our newsletter by emailing us at unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com! Enjoy!
Jul 29, 201743:20
Episode 14: Act Like An Adult For Once

Episode 14: Act Like An Adult For Once

Welcome to the Unfinished Business kickoff to Summer '17! Too Smart, Too Black: The Queen of Comedy and Oscar award-winning actress, Mo’Nique speaks her truth and simultaneously tells Oprah & Friends to suck her dick, if she had one. Tune in to learn our thoughts on this epic clapback in entertainment history PLUS the link below to a BuzzFeed article that perfectly summarizes the Periscope podcast in which Mo’Nique shares this insanely enlightening and compelling story. https://www.buzzfeed.com/ryanschocket2/here-is-why-monique-is-pissed-at-oprah?utm_term=.csOp5Ey5p#.pm6amOvma The Group Chat: What is 30? THIS is 30! We challenge the norms of adulthood as we know it today and expand on what it means to party, dress and shape life goals in our thirties. We kick off the the conversation with the hilarious, viral post, “Women Over 30 Be Like” by actress/comedian, Tyree Elaine (IG:@tyreeelaine). How are you defying adulting in 2017? Comment below OR hit us up at unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com! Enjoy!
May 31, 201701:35:18
Episode 13: All she ever asked me for was time...
May 18, 201701:49:11
Episode 12: Satisfy You

Episode 12: Satisfy You

In this episode, we introduce a new feature segment, THOTalks: a judgement-free zone in which we provide an alternative or "too smart, too black" perspective on your sex and relationship challenges/questions! A 26-year-old virgin wants to use it before she loses it and a queen is trying to persuade her reluctant king to give her oral sex. Don't hesitate and email your questions at unfinishedbusiness08@gmail.com. Too Smart, Too Black: Cidney Green, the genius behind ATL-orgy, encourages us to "choose pussy over pain" in her now-viral video (over 4 million views and counting!!!). Tune in to learn how the "Total Liberation" founder is challenging YOU aka society's preference for violence and pain over sex, pleasure and specifically, P-U-S-S-Y. IG: total_liberation_official Tumblr: Cidney G Twitter: cidneygg Facebook: Cidney Green Enjoy!
May 01, 201701:03:59
Episode 11: #THOTlife vs. #HoeisLife

Episode 11: #THOTlife vs. #HoeisLife

THOT vs. Hoe: Both terms have become common vernacular among our peers, but is there a difference? Are THOTs new-age hoe's? Are we appropriating youth culture by using them as a term of endearment for ourselves and our friends? Too Smart, Too Black: Women.Weed.Wifi - an art collective based in Seattle, with a mission to control the culture of legal weed industry in the rapidly gentrifying region of the Northwest. Shout out to creators, Amanya Maloba, Janice Ibarra and Vanity Thomas. Learn more at womenweedwifi.com Black Women’s Syllabus Inspired by the viral hashtag, Black Women's Syllabus is an online series of thematic courses that center on particular aspects of black women's lives. Every two months has a new focus (read: platonic relationships, sisterhood, family, love, work, sexuality, etc.) that is anchored with one major book by a black woman and other academic/artistic works by black women. Enroll today to join in on the movement at www.eliademy.com Enjoy!
Apr 08, 201746:52
Episode 10: Black Girl Lost

Episode 10: Black Girl Lost

In this episode, the ladies scratch the surface on human trafficking and its impact specifically on Black and Latina communities. A March 2017 Instagram post gone viral about the alleged 14 Black and Latina girls gone missing within 24 hours in the DMV area, sparked a much needed national outcry on this existing issue in America. What has since come to the surface about Washington D.C. police department's latest social media initiative to heighten awareness on open cases of missing Black and Latina girls, has provoked conversation on the issue of human trafficking in the U.S. Tune in as we explore the lack of mainstream coverage on black and latina centered stories, who is actually involved in human trafficking, government vs. community action, self-care and last but not least, resources to use to tackle this issue. In The Plug, we feature the beautiful collections of Lola Ade, an LA based jewelry line by Pamela Adewoyin, an attorney and fellow #TempleMade alumna! Inspired by her West African heritage, tune in for a special offer! www.LolaAde.com -IG: @ShopLolaAde www.Facebook.com/ShopLolaAde Enjoy & Take Action.
Apr 03, 201701:11:56
Episode 9: IDFWU - Rape, Forgiveness and Reconciliation

Episode 9: IDFWU - Rape, Forgiveness and Reconciliation

The ladies react to a woman who partners with her rapist to engage in a conversation about the aftermath of rape + celebrate the Black winners and nonsense of Oscars 2017.
Mar 06, 201701:17:05
Episode 8: “You want a piece of me?” Public Meltdowns & Adulthood

Episode 8: “You want a piece of me?” Public Meltdowns & Adulthood

In this episode, we celebrate the 30th birthday of our co-host, Shari, in “This is 30” and explore adulthood and public meltdowns on the 10th anniversary of the meltdown of one of our fave pop stars, Britney Spears.
Feb 26, 201758:13
Episode 7: What does romance mean for YOU?

Episode 7: What does romance mean for YOU?

In this episode of Unfinished Business, the ladies talk about romance! Learn about what turns them on, what they DON'T want to receive on Valentine's Day and how to truly melt their hearts every day. Too Smart, Too Black feature: Fine artist, Adele Supreme and the founder/CEO of the "Auto Girls Clinic"(based outside of Philly, PA), Patrice Banks, is featured in The Plug! Enjoy!
Feb 22, 201701:29:00
Episode 6: Are you riding alone, can I be your date?

Episode 6: Are you riding alone, can I be your date?

After a brief hiatus, the ladies of Unfinished business reunite at the top of 2017 to introduce new segment, "Too Smart, Too Black" and Black women defending each other's honor. The "Group Chat" topic: DATING STYLES The Plug: Catch the highly anticipated launch of the online course, Black Women's Syllabus. Get into it!!! Enjoy!
Feb 18, 201701:37:59
Episode 4: Your Average Black Girls with a Twist

Episode 4: Your Average Black Girls with a Twist

The ladies of Unfinished Business gather to talk their shit and inform you on the latest! In episode 4, we cover Black Girls Rock 2016, "This is 30" featuring Victoria - ARIES SEASON - plus why money doesn't exist and much more! Tune in for the shenanigans
Jun 14, 201601:08:33
Episode 3: A.O.E - Astrology Over Everything

Episode 3: A.O.E - Astrology Over Everything

In episode 3, we premeire "The Astrology Series" featuring Aries Season. If you're an Aries or just want to learn more about astrolgogy, tune in for more insight!
Jun 14, 201601:16:56
Episode 5: Thank you, Janet.

Episode 5: Thank you, Janet.

The ladies of UB celebrate Mother's Day, sharing heartfelt anecdotes from the special women in their lives. Janet Jackson gives kid-less women 20 more years at going for Motherhood. Why are you going crazy? Oh, it's just Mercury Retrograde. UB explores the science behind this, what to expect during this time and how to prepare for the nonsense that probably will ensue. Enjoy!
Jun 14, 201640:54
Episode 2: Black Girls Guide to Life

Episode 2: Black Girls Guide to Life

LaJonel, Tori, Chairsse, Shari and Sade come together to chat about the latest in current events, what's going on in their lives and the premiere of the segment, "This is 30" ! Each co-host will share their thoughts upon turning the big 3-0! This week, we featured Charisse, the Pisces! Enjoy!
Jun 14, 201655:09
Episode 1: Now that you know our crew [the introduction]

Episode 1: Now that you know our crew [the introduction]

Black History Month + Oscars 2016 + Melissa Harris Perry + Making Out at Parties + Rihanna's ANTi + Black women & technical difficulties
Mar 07, 201601:00:45