Pour Life Decision

Krys has a rose infused gin and tonic, Doyin has a Hendricks Midsummer Solstice gin and tonic. This week, we discuss North West’s cute little attitude, the Kenyan governor giving out Henny care packages, Blue Ivy’s PSA and more. For our someone/something, we take a quiz on our listening skills. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss how to be a great listener. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Listening quiz - https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/listening-quiz.htm How to be a great listener https://www.google.com/amp/s/hbr.org/amp/2016/07/what-great-listeners-actually-do Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe - https://midnightmixologist.com/index.php/recipe/quiet-sunday/ Credits: Open: @darrenfleet Close: Thot 4 No Reason - Sonny747

Krys has a Gin Buck, Doyin has a Lavender Gin and Tonic. This week, we discuss (that bitch) Carole Baskin, Simole Biles killing the handstand challenge, the Clark Sisters movie and more. For our someone/something, we celebrate the National Bail Out to get mothers and caretakers out of jail during the outbreak. And for our Pour Life Decision, we talk about stressors particularly for black women and ways to cope. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Black women and stress - https://www.healthline.com/health/stress-and-black-women#Tips-for-managing-the-stress-cycle Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://www.gastronomblog.com/lavender-recipe/ Credits: open: @calebjaxin close: Cool Enough - TeaMarr

Krys has a Kurrant lemonade, Doyin has an old fashioned. This week, we chat Zoom’s faux pas, bucket list arrests, crusty old Pat Robertson’s COVID-19 thoughts and more. For our someone/something, we scroll through LA Times’ Guide to the Internet. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss the perks of alone time. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: A Guide to the Internet - https://www.latimes.com/projects/guide-to-the-internet/ Benefits of Alone Time - https://www.talkspace.com/blog/benefits-alone-time/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/1187/lonely-bull Credits: open: @thechristishow close: Believe It - PartyNextDoor ft. Rihanna

DISCLAIMER: No podcast hosts were harmed in the recording of this episode. Welcome to our “April Fools” Mad Dog episode! Krys has a Red Grape 20/20, Doyin has a Banana Red. This week, we chat an upcoming Insecure game, condom shortages, Leslie Jones’ IG blessings and more. For our someone/something, we celebrate free full length performances from Alvin Ailey dance company. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss ways benefit from regret and move forward. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Alvin Ailey - https://pagesix.com/2020/03/28/alvin-ailey-to-stream-full-length-performances-online/ Regret - https://tinybuddha.com/blog/dealing-with-regret-8-ways-to-benefit-and-move-forward/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Credits: Open: @madea Close: Samuel L Jackson

Krys has a jack and coke, Doyin has a Jameson with ginger and lime. This week, we discuss Trump and the good job he thinks he’s doing with coronavirus, Florida police asking people to bring their meth in for testing, animals at the zoo visiting each other and more. For someone/something, we share some of our favorite activities to do with all our newfound alone time. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss physical and mental ways to Ground yourself. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: What to do while sheltering at home - https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2020/03/16/coronavirus-quarantine-100-things-do-while-trapped-inside/5054632002/ Free #adulting coloring book - http://shebeknowin.com/ Grounding  - http://bit.ly/2VzmXi5 Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://yogalifestyles.com/four-superfood-cocktails-sip-fall/ Credits: Open:

Krys has a merlot, Doyin has a Clover Fizz. This week, we chat Keri Hilson’s misguided antics, Biden’s promised female VP, Betty White being okay and more. For our Someone/Something, we discuss how we can help children with food insecurity during this pandemic. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss actionable tips to help you cope with news anxiety. Pour up and tune in! Episode notes: How to help hungry students during coronavirus - https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/13/us/iyw-how-to-help-hungry-students-coronavirus-trnd/index.html Coping with News Anxiety - https://jkglei.com/news-anxiety/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://www.totalwine.com/cocktail-of-the-month Credits: Open: @iamcardib Close: Algorythm - Donald Glover

Krys has a Santa Cruz gin and soda, Doyin has an old fashioned. This week, we discuss Lebron meeting the GOAT (Blue Ivy), the woman with the musty fake succulent, Florida man going to jail for $2 donuts and more. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate unsung civil rights heroes, Fannie Lou Hamer and Claudette Colvin. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss when you should consider Therapy vs Seeking Advice. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Therapy vs Advice - https://www.talkspace.com/blog/difference-between-therapy-advice/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink Recipe: http://cocktailvirgin.blogspot.com/2017/10/dry-tongue-therapy.html Credits: Open: @crys.talm Close: Say So - Doja Cat

Krys has a vodka lemonade w/ peach Absolut, Doyin has a Jameson and coke. This week, we discuss the election primary shakeup, Deacon Justin Bieber, Boosie’s mama (the real bad ass), and more. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate Ayana, the app that helps POCs connect with a therapist of their background. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss ways to get organized, once and for all. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Being organized - https://www.lifehack.org/articles/productivity/how-organize-your-life-10-habits-really-organized-people.html Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe - https://www.eat-this.org/soho-sling-gin-cocktail-mit-thymian/ Credits: Open:@ashakosh Close: Emotionally Scarred - Lil Baby

Krys has a Cupcake merlot, Doyin has a spicy cocktail or two. This week, we discuss Dame acting the ass, mysterious signals from outer space, NAACP Image Awards and more. For our Someone/Something, we discuss unsung heroes of the civil rights movement. And for our Pour Life Decision, we tackle breaking bad habits. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Breaking bad habits - https://www.talkspace.com/blog/how-to-break-bad-habits/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe - https://drinkedin.net/cocktail-reviews/149025-bad-habit-recipe.html Open: @thekrissychula Close: Yikes - Nicki Minaj

Krys has an Absolut Juice vodka soda, Doyin has a Viking's Blod honey wine. This week, we discuss the first black-owned news channel, the release date for Insecure, Mya’s “wedding” and more. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate author Tayari Jones. And for our Pour Life Discussion, we discuss 16 things to do when you feel lonely. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: What to do when you feel lonely - https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health/wellness/a28915137/what-to-do-when-lonely/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe - https://www.totalwine.com/cocktail-corner/how-to-make-a-sweetheart-mule

Krys has a blood orange soda and gin, Doyin has a cherry lime bourbon smash. This week, we discuss Florida man struggle life, Strangé Badu’s new fragrance, the Oscar (fashions) and more. For our someone/something, we honor Kiese Laymon, Mississippi native, scholar and author. And for our Pour Life Decision, we tackle existential anxiety. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Existential Anxiety - https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/anxiety/what-is-existential-anxiety-how-to-cope-with-it/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/suburban-anxiety Open: @andrewcaldwell Close: shake the room - Pop Smoke ft Quavo

Krys has a Jose Cuervo sparkling margarita, Doyin has a Tekeen cucumber lime something, Roxy has a bowl of still tap water. This week, we discuss PETA’s trash Super Bowl commercial, Pastor Mase not being with the BS, Popeyes couture and more. For our Someone/Something, we try to guess what’s going on with the Iowa caucuses. (We were wrong, in hindsight.) And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss practicing gratitude with depression. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Gratitude when you’re depressed https://www.rtor.org/2019/03/26/gratitude-when-youre-depressed/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://pin.it/degps6qgwnorb6 Open: @alexmileycyrus1 Close: lookin’ at me - Mase ft Puff Daddy

Krys has a vodka soda, Doyin has a Makers and coke. This week, we discuss stealing tacos and naps, Fyre Festival’s Andy King’s Evian glow up, Terry Crew’s lack of support for Gabrielle Union, and the Grammy awards. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate Matthew Cherry’s oscar nomination for Hair Love. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss science-backed ways to rev up your metabolism. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Rev up Metabolism  - https://www.xonecole.com/speed-up-metabolism-healthy-way/?rebelltitem=1#rebelltitem1?rebelltitem=1 Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://www.simplywhisked.com/skinny-key-lime-pie-cocktails/ Open: @lordlacey Close: How You Remind Me - Nickelback

Krys has a hot cocoa with Kahlua, Doyin has a McBride Sisters Brut Rosé. This week, we discuss Ralph Lauren’s Sigma pants, Cam Newton’s fitty lem churn, the Ivy Park boxes and more. For our someone/something, we take the “Who Agrees with You Most” quiz on 2020 Dem candidates and who we got. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss building the habit of Taking Up Space. Episode Notes: Who agrees with you most? https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/politics/policy-2020/quiz-which-candidate-agrees-with-me/?fbclid=IwAR0uSbeVZdhwjvbAxkIgmzk8h-T_0yqV99NpVvPUKiNV82060t_MhrqxacU A Beginner’s Guide to Taking Up Space - https://advice.shinetext.com/articles/a-beginners-guide-to-taking-up-space/?utm_source=Shine&utm_medium=BroadcastMainApp&utm_campaign=DailyMessage Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink Recipe - https://food52.com/recipes/31048-last-word Open: @thatgirlj

Krys has a Beringer white merlot, Doyin has a Deep Eddy Sweet Tea vodka and lemonade. This week, we discuss Antonio Brown throwing a bag of candy 

Krys has muscadine wine, Doyin has a Henny and Coke. This week, we discuss the Golden Globes, North West's Christmas present of Michael Jackson's jacket and hat, mansplaining convention and more. For our someone/something, we celebrate Serena Williams being named AP Female Athlete of the Decade. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss sleep and anxiety and tips to improve your sleep quality. Pour up and tune in for our first episode of 2020! Episode Notes: Ways to Calm Anxiety and Get Sleep - https://greatist.com/live/ways-to-calm-anxiety-and-get-sleep? Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink Recipe: https://www.liquoronline.co.uk/recipes/the-sleeping-beauty-cocktail-recipe Credits: Open: @everything_elz Close: Box - Roddy Rich

Krys has a Jameson and Coke, Doyin has a Kentucky Ginger (Makers Mark and Ginger Ale.) This week, we chat calling in hungover, the upcoming Americanah series, rude kangaroos and more. For our someone/something, we discuss the plethora of

Krys has Ginger Irishman (Whiskey Ginger), Doyin has a Shiner Holiday Cheer. This week, we chat Pastor Kel Mitchell, the black royal sleepover, Steve Harvey’s Facebook show your aunty asked for and more. For our Someone/Something, we celebrate Miss World winner Miss Jamaica and her hype woman, Miss Nigeria. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss procrastination by personality types and ways to combat it. Episode Notes: Procrastination (by personality type) - https://www.fastcompany.com/90383266/personality-type-and-procrastination Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe:  https://whoneedsacape.com/2018/12/merry-mistletoe-cocktail-christmassweetsweek/ Credits: Open: @rmlundyjr Close: i choose - Layton Greene

Krys has a boozy pop, Doyin has a Ginga-rita. This week, we discuss the Migos Popeyes menu, DaBaby in all his 5’6 splendor, Apple+ making poor decisions and more. We ask, are pointless work meanings really a form of therapy? For our Someone/Something, we celebrate the chocolate glory and splendor of Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi. And for our Pour Life Decision, we tackle over apologizing. Pour up and tune in! Episode Notes: Over Apologizing - https://www.talkspace.com/blog/saying-sorry-how-to-stop/ Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com  | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://pin.it/7453zqozyxdzix Open: @mrs_ejspeaks Close: Lucid Dreams - Juice WRLD

Krys has merlot box wine, Doyin has Jim Beam and limited fizz. This week, we discuss the Millennium tour, Hunter Biden smoking crack in a strip club, Donald with the fake bod and more. We celebrate 11 year old Charlotte Nebres as the first block lead in NYC Ballet’s the Nutcracker. And for our Pour Life Decision, we discuss how to overcome perfectionism. Tune in! Episode Notes: Overcoming Perfectionism - https://greatist.com/live/overcoming-perfectionism Connect with us: @pldpod on Twitter | @pourlifedecision on Instagram | pourlifedecision on Etsy | www.pourlifedecision.com | hello@pourlifedecision.com Drink recipe: https://www.oprahmag.com/life/food/a27892604/oprah-cocktail-recipe-maui-in-december/ Credits: open: @cristinaxih close: let me hold you - Bow Wow ft Omarion