After a break Bethanee Epifani returns the pod talking about the rap battle between Kendrick and Drake that caught the nation's attention. Bethanee shares her thoughts on why this battle caught so much attention and it's cultural relevance in regards to hip-hop. #IAmEpifani #bethaneeepifani #blackpodcaster #blackpodcast #blackauthor ##blackwriter #kendricklamar #drake #rapbattle #rapbeef #hiphopcommunity #hiphopculture #blackculture #identity #blackcommunity #socialissues

Bethanee Epifani is back with her 1st episode of 2024! Bethanee catches you up on what her life has been like since the new year, and takes us through a few of the big moments of 2024 thus far. Bethanee talks about Black History Month and what she fears is the bold erasure of Black History. #bethaneeepifani ##bethaneeepifanijbryant #bepifani ##blackpodcaster ##blackauthor #blackspeaker ##blackwomenpodcasts #blackwomanpodcaster #2024updates ##blackhistorymonth ##blackhistorymonth2024 #bookbans #blackbookbans #blackerasure #target

Epifani shares her lessons from 2023 and what she looks forward to in 2024. To learn more about Bethanee visit: www.bethaneeepifani.com Or visit her Instagram: @bepifani #bethaneeepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bepifani #iamepifani #podcast #endoftheyear #2023lessons #2023journey #blackauthor #blackwriter #blackpoet #blackpodcaster #blackspeaker #blackwomenauthors #blackwomenwriters #blackwomenpodcasts #losangelescommunity #losangeles

In the first part of this episode, Bethanee talks about the documentary, "On The Record", which addresses the sexual assault allegations made against Russell Simmons. Will Hip-Hop have it's Me Too moment like Hollywood did? She also talks about the relationship scandal surrounding Jonathan Majors and his ex-girlfriend. In the 2nd part of the episode, Bethanee addresses her widely circulated IG video that she made about Colorism. Bethanee's video sparked a lot of conversation -- some supportive and some not. Bethanee explains why she posted the video, defines what "Colorism" is and why it continues to plague the Black community. To learn more about Bethanee Epifani visit: www.bethaneeepifani.com or her IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bepifani #iamepifani #podcast #blackauthor #blackwriter #blackpodcaster #diddy #lennykravitz #russellsimmons #ontherecord #drewdixon #sexualassualt #jonathanmajors #colorism #blackcommunity #socialissues

In this episode, Bethanee talks about lawsuit filed against Diddy by Cassie, in addition to the multiple sexual assault law suits that have been made against celebrities under the New York Adult Survivors Act. Bethanee encourages listeners to ask the bigger social questions that can lead to eradicating sexual and relationship violence. For more info visit Bethaneeepifani.com Or follow Bethanee on IG @bepifani #bethaneeepifani #iamepifani #podcast #blackauthor #blackwriter #blackpodcaster #cassie #diddy #diddylawsuit #newyorkadultsurvivorsact #badboy #cassielawsuit

This episode is a ode to Andre 3000's new album: New Blue Sun. In this episode Bethanee speaks about why she loves this new album and what she's learned from Andre 3000. Bethanee also brings into discussion the aging of Hip-Hop and questions how well rap artists can age/evolve in the record industry as it is today. For more info visit Bethaneeepifani.com Or follow Bethanee on IG @bepifani #bethaneeepifani #iamepifani #podcast #blackauthor #blackwriter #blackpodcaster #andre3000 #newbluesun #newbluesunreview #hiphop #rapartists

In this episode Bethanee continues the conversation around dating that she began in the previous episode. Bethanee invites her dear friend on as a special guest to provide more perspective about the dating commentary that was made by Tyler Perry and Eboni K. Williams. Join Bethanee and her friend, Callie, as they share laughs and insight about the current dating scene. For more information about Bethanee visit www.bethaneeepifani.com or follow her on IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #iamepifani #podcastshow #blackpodcast #blackpodcaster #blackauthor #blackwriter #tylerperry #ebonikwilliams #datingcommentary #datinglife #datinglessons

Bethanee responds to dating comments from Tyler Perry and Eboni K. Williams. Perry and Williams sparked outrage from Black women over the dating advice they gave. Bethanee provides her perspective on the matter. To learn more about Bethanee visit www.bethaneeepifani.com Or follow her on IG @bepifani or @dontfallprey #bethaneeepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #bepifani #dating #blackwomen #blackwomendating #datingstories #datingconversations #datinglessons #tylerperry #ebonikwilliams #dontfallprey #datingadvice #loveandrelationships #blackcouples #blackrelationships

Coming to you live from my bed, I'm quickly reviewing some social topics/moments and giving you an update on my dating life.

In this episode Bethanee discusses Keke Palmer and her BD (Darius) and the many layers of this all too common scenario amongst couples. Bethanee talks about the fine line women walk of wanting the freedom to do with their bodies as we please and the fear of judgement that comes with that. Bethanee also talks about how women must endure the backlash of men's insecurities and tailor themselves according to the wants and needs of men -- it's a tale as old as time. What are your thoughts about the Keke Palmer situation? To learn more about Bethanee visit BethaneeEpifani.com or visit her IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #iamepifani #blackauthor #blackwriter #blackpodcaster #blackwomenpodcast #kekepalmer #dariusjackson #imamotha #motha #linkup

In this episode Bethanee talks about the recent OceanGate Expedition to the titanic that left 5 passengers dead. Bethanee explains why Black people responded to the story the way they did. In the second half of the podcast Bethanee gives suggestions on how we can have more transformational and less transactional relationships. She discusses why transparency is so important and shares her personal story. Bethanee also recites another poem from her latest book "Love Prayer Poems". To learn more visit: Bethaneeb@gmail.com IG: @bepifani #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #blackauthor #blackwriter #blackpoet #dontfallprey #datingbook #datingstories #loveprayerpoems #poetrybook #lovepoems #oceangate #transparency #datinglessons #juneteenth2023 #leimertpark

In this episode Bethanee talks about the rise of cosmetic surgery and how our society has conditioned us into believing we are not enough as we are. Bethanee also announces the release of her poetry book entitled "Love Prayer Poems" #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #jackyoh #cosmeticsurgery #plasticsurgery #bbl #iamepifani #loveprayerpoems To learn more visit www.bethaneeepifani.com IG: bepifani

Bethanee talks about her birthday celebration in St. Lucia. Bethanee also talks about the re-launch of her dating book "Don't Fall Prey!" and the dating event she is hosting on May 20th in Inglewood, CA To RSVP for the event click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dos-donts-of-dating-in-2023-tickets-628987056217 You can also rsvp on eventbrite or visit Bethaneeepifani.com

Bethanee decides to extend the dating conversation from her previous Valentine’s Day special. On his episode Bethanee wishes to extend the conversation by highlighting a male perspective on dating. Bethanee invites her special guest, Chisom, to discuss his dating insights and experiences. In this episode Bethanee also talks about the controversial Ebony Magazine photo cover of Jonathon Majors, and discusses the ignorance surrounding Black Masculinity. For more information about Bethanee visit: www.bethaneeepifani.com Or you can follow Bethanee on Instagram: @bepifani or @dontfallprey #bethaneeepifani #bethaneeepifanijbryant #iamepifani #blackpodcaster #blackpodcast #jonathanmajors #ebonymagazine #ebonymagazinecover #blackmasculinity #blackemasculation

This “love” stuff is not for the weak of heart. Dating is riddled with challenges, disappointments and heartbreaks. In honor of Valentine’s Day, Bethanee Epifani shares personal dating stories and goes into detail about her latest romantic interest that turned out to be a total bust. But no experience goes wasted, and Bethanee is passing on her latest dating epiphany with her special guest, Daphne. Get your teacups ready. #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #Iamepifani #podcast #blackpodcaster #blackwomenpodcaster #dating #dontfallprey #datingstories #datinglessons #datingconversations #valentinesday #valentinesdaypodcast #valentinesdaystories #datingpodcasts To learn more visit: www.bethaneeepifani.com Instagram: @bepifani @dontfallprey

It is the final podcast of 2022! Just like last year, Bethanee ends the pod with a fun, enlightening conversation with her dear friend Martha. Together they reflect on the road to self-love and how they practice self-love. They also reflect on the road to romantic love and talk about what they have learned from romantic interests this year. Prepare to laugh and learn with Bethanee and Martha! To learn more visit: www.bethaneeepifani.com IG: @bepifani @dontfallprey. #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #iamepifani #endofyearreflection #selflove #romanticlove #loveyourself #dating #dontfallprey #blackauthors #blackpodcasters

In this episode Bethanee Epifani summarizes what she has learned this year as she continues to grow and evolve into the new year. Bethanee speaks of 2022 as a “feather in the cap” or as an accomplishment. The challenges of last year positioned her to apply what she had learned this year, and Bethanee is excited to watch the fruits of her application in 2023. To learn more visit: www.bethaneeepifani.com Follow her on IG: @bepifani #iamepifani #bethaneeepifani #road2epifani #roadtoepiphany #lifelessons #featherinthecap #growth #evolution

The tragic loss of dancer and producer Stephen “Twitch” Boss stirred up conversation about Black men and mental health. Bethanee dives into this topic with the help of her brother, Efrem, who also serves as a therapist and social worker. Together they discuss the solutions they take individually to maintain their peace during stressful and/or unpleasant moments and provide suggestions to the listeners as to what they can do. Efrem is also a musician and song writer who goes by the name Lovelogiq. To follow his journey follow him on all social media channels @lovelogiq. Enjoy his new single “Inspiration” available everywhere. To learn more about Bethanee please visit www.bethaneeepifani.com or follow her @bepifani #stephenboss #twitch #blackmen #mentalhealth #therapy #therapyforblackmen #peace #peaceofmind #bethaneeepifani #bepifani #Iamepifani #blackpodcast

In this episode Bethanee talks about how constantly comparing herself to others interfered with her ability to walk in gratitude. She had to learn why she was comparing herself and to make a conscious, daily effort to focus on all there was to be grateful for. To learn more about Bethanee Epifani visit: www.bethaneeepifani.com Instagram: @bepifani

It's Bethanee's 1yr. loc anniversary! What a year it has been. Bethane talks about the road to loving herself and what she looks like while her hair was locking. Bethanee also talks about the Woman King and the "strong Black woman" image that a critic had about the movie. To learn more about Bethanee visit www.bethaneeepifani.com, or follow her on IG: @bepifani. If you want to follow Bethanee's loc journey follow her loc Instagram page: @epifaniloccs