It's getting juicy on Episode 49! This episode discusses the "6 signs you are in a secure friendship" and Natasha & Paris take an inventory of how they are showing up in friendships. If you've always wondered what a good friendship/relationship looked like, this will sure give you some insight. Whether you're in a secure relationship or you are making your way there, remember, you got the juice now! You Got the Juice recipe: Materials: **A juicer** 4 Celery sticks 2 Honeycrisp apples 1"...

Burnout is real and it's ok to do what is best for you if that time comes. On Episode 48, Paris and Natasha discuss some victories and some challenges, but overall grateful for the many things that occurred this year. Fall has been a reflective season and as we lead up to Thanksgiving, we wanted to have a drink that would give us the crispness of the leaves and comfort us like grandma's apple pies. Our drink this episode is made with Honeycrisp apples (the best apples of all time) and ginger ...

Life is about getting from one place to another - full of constant change and growth. We might know exactly where we want to go, but at times lack direction. We might have direction but don't know if we really want to go to our selected destination. If you've ever used a GPS to navigate, you know that there is a start and an end. You also know that if you get off track on your route, the GPS won't yell at you for making mistakes. The GPS politely redirects your route for you and you lea...

2020 continues to offer opportunities to reflect, rebound, and grow. On episode 46, Natasha and Paris talk about the duality that exists in our day to day spaces. Most notably however, social media, news outlets, and our very own bubbles. There is duality in the name of drink for this episode also... VR = Vanilla Rose and Virtual Reality. Make a glass of VR, press play, and think about your realities. VR Recipe: 2 oz Vanilla Rose simple syrup 1 oz fresh lemon juice 1 oz ginger juice 2 ...

Natasha and Paris kick off the conversation discussing their first impressions of one another and progress into discovering their new life callings. Kick off your fall with a little mango, because who said mango wasn't an October fruit? Join us for Episode 45 and we hope to make an impression on you! Impressions Recipe 4-5 slices of cucumber (peeled) 2-3 mint leaves 1 oz honey 1.5 oz mango puree 1.5 oz fresh lime juice Ginger beer Ice Muddle cucumber, mint leaves and honey in the bottom of a...

From bucket lists to a "F*ck It lists" - Natasha and Paris reflect on the things they've accomplished and how important it is to not put off your desires and goals. Natasha also helps Paris realize that she is already a millionaire! They're putting out fires with Episode 44's drink. Check out Smoke and Mirrors - our smoky twist on the classic lemonade Smoke and Mirrors Recipe: Wood chips for smoking5 lemons, sliced in half1 cup of smoked lemon juice1 cup of sugar1 quart of club soda1 o...

So much has happened since the last episode. Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion blessed us with a new hit and Kamala Harris was announced as the 2020 Vice Presidential Candidate for the Democratic Party. We're full of excitement, so we touch various topics with drinks in hand. Our drink, What A Peach, takes us on a journey through picking peaches, grace, self-care, and forgiveness. Join us for Episode 43 where we discuss evolving through your life experiences. WAP Recipe: Mocktail 1 oz Peach...

Jelani Curtis, a Detroit native, was inspired to create a platform that makes it easy for citizens to contact the Louisville & Kentucky government to fight for justice for Breonna Taylor. On March 13, 2020, Breonna Taylor was wrongfully murdered by the Louisville, KY police department while issuing a "no-knock" warrant. Breonna's life was taken after being shot eight times and left for dead by the same police officers. To this day, those police officers Brett Hankison, Jon Mat...

Back from their respective breaks from work, Paris and Natasha are excited to get back to chatting about their experiences on Holiday. The good and not so good. This week's episode the two sip a lovely watermelon treat that is perfect for a summer day. Water Break Recipe: 8 cups of diced seedless watermelon (1 pound) 2 oz lime juice 1 cup blueberries 1/4 cup packed mint sprigs 1 1/4 cup 1/4 cup simple syrup 1 oz Tequila 1 oz Seedlip Blend the watermelon until smooth. Use mesh straine...

It's episode 40 and the ladies not only keep it 100, they keep it KIWI! That's right, it's the first time Natasha and Paris use kiwi in a drink and it is so delicious. Listen as the two discuss delegating at work, reconnecting with their bodies, mental wealth, and much more... Keep it Kiwi Recipe: 1/2 peeled kiwi 1 oz premium gin 0.5 oz lime juice 1 oz rosemary simple syrup Soda water Kiwi slice, for garnish In a cocktail shaker, muddle kiwi until broken down. Add gin, lime juice, and rosem...

The kids are saying "Torch" in place of "It's Lit" now...so that's what we're calling this week's drink, because it's lit. Natasha and Paris enter into Episode 39 with no drink name and no prepared conversation, but are enlightened throughout the show. Join us for a smooth berry beverage and some connection as we chat through our experiences the past two weeks. Torch Recipe: (Mocktail) 1 oz Berry Puree 4 oz Ginger Beer 2 oz Club soda 1 oz lime juice 0.5 oz Rosemary Simple Syrup 1 lime wedge...

It's been a month since we've sat down and had a conversation, but just enough time for us to process what is going on in the world around this. With the recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Tony McDade at the hands of law of enforcement, our country is fighting for the rights of black people in powerful ways. On this episode we discuss and process thoughts that have come up since the last time we spoke and we hope that it inspires you to express your feelings as well. Join us a...

Paris and Natasha get into their creative bags while staying safe at home. Testing new recipes, taking on new challenges and of course making beverages! On episode 37 your hosts give quick updates on what they have been up to and explore how powerful black culture and blackness is. Long story short, you can always Bet on blk. Bet on blk. Recipe: 2 oz of blk. alkaline water in Focus 2 oz Ginger Beer 2 Mint Sprigs 1 oz Vodka (optional) Combine blk water, ginger beer and vodka. Sti...

We've lost count of how many days we've been in quarantine. Let's be honest, sometimes its hard to keep track of the days of the week! On episode 36 we craft a new drink titled after a very important question, "How are you, really?" How Are You, Really? Recipe: 1 oz fresh lime juice .5 oz simple syrup Chopped plum 1 oz gin (optional) 2 oz ginger beer Cinnamon Combine all ingredients in shaker except the ginger beer. Shake over ice. Pour over ice. Add ginger beer. Garnish with plum and lime...

With Stay at Home orders in full effect, Paris and Natasha took a different approach to episode 35. Social distancing precautions led the hosts to record their first podcast from separate locations with two separate drinks! To avoid exposure to the Coronavirus, they decided to create their own concoctions with the ingredients they had at home. Natasha is drinking 'Tussin' and Paris is drinking 'Good Morning, Sunshine!' While different from the typical bando setup, the commitment to bring you ...

What a time to be alive! COVID-19 has brought us some significant distinctions in ways that we connect while being quarantined. Whether it be virtual meetings that could have been handled in an email exchange or Zoom happy hours, this moment will change the world. It is important that we take care of our bodies while we fight to stay safe and that is why we cooked up the Quarantoddy, an immune system building drink that is sure to spice up your day. We're live this episode and with social dis...

The ladies sit down this week to talk about being paired up! Whether it is on Netflix's hit TV Show 'Love is Blind' or being paired with you life partner, it's important to be open and honest from the start. For Episode 33, we are are drinking a pear influenced drink and it's worth every sip. Sit back and get pear'd up! Pear'd Up Recipe: 2 oz pear juice 1 oz lemon juice .75 oz rosemary-infused simple syrup 1 oz rum (Cocktail only) Club Soda Instructions Combine ingredients in cocktail shake...

This week's episode of Bando Bevs discusses a bit about Black History Month and what legacy we want to live and leave in the world. On top of that, Paris just celebrated her 34th birthday and Natasha's is coming up. During the episode, we realize that we are black history mavens and talk about why diversity and inclusion is so important. Our drink is Legacy Lemonde and it is ohh so delicious! Sit back and sip with us as we lock in our legacy. Legacy Lemonade: Mango Simple Syrup3/4 cup gran...

Back in the bando and back to the regularly scheduled program. Fresh off of 90 days of leadership and goal accomplishments, Natasha and Paris reflect on what they've learned throughout their entire process. Most importantly, the two discuss habits they are letting go and habits they are welcoming. The drink is called Habijto, a mojito with a twist of habits and blackberries. This week's episode might inspire you to create your own new habits! Habijito Recipe: 2.5 oz lime juice 1.5 oz simply ...

Music is important to us and we chose to make this episode about sharing the music we love. Everyone loves to be introduced to a song or introduce others to songs that made them feel a certain way. Whether it is joy, pain, or comfort, music has the power to evoke emotion and often change a bad mood to a great one. This episode we not only curate a lovely drink, but we also allow our fans to curate the jams by sharing their favorites with us. Episode 30 is all the way LIVE with our listener in...