Send us a text Free enjoys beating people into compliance. Beating people into peace sounds exhausting. Disagreements are normal but your access should be constantly regulated. Admitting ignorance isn't normal, its praised in this day and age. Everyone wants to be right and regurgitate information from unreliable sources. Do you expect a lot from your circle? The behind the scenes of producing The Dearly Beloveds Podcast for 6 years. Juggling your profession, your hobbies, and relations...

Send us a text Still using Free, still using Ryan.. The clout is real the socials are up up. Young brothers, non profits, small creatives live on forever. This mornings struggles with Turo, how you renting a car out but not trying to rent the car out. The house music heads have abandoned hip hop and we're looking for answers. Y'all paying for your girl to get gropped up by Chris Brown for $1k? The men before us validate our flaws, history in family is to be learned from not judged. The trauma...

Send us a text This one’s for the fellas. We’re fathering the way for the next gen — even if Ryan is wrapped up like a quesadilla, ready to crash out after the go-ahead. We tap into the fear of too much fun ahead of summer excursions and reflect on the post-pod experience: what it’s like to return to regular life once Beloveds is beautifully packaged and dropped into the world. We talk Bloomberg’s podcast revenue revelations, turning Rylew into a saint & Free into a villain. Strange int...

Send us a text Probably the two worst people to be giving women dating advice… and yet, here we are. While the Pistons bow out to the Knicks in the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs, Jeff’s busy channeling his inner Irish vampire, rapping “Knuck If You Buck” in the Sinners universe. But between the chaos, we’re trying to help the ladies out. Would you refuse companionship if it meant not giving a man what he wants? We unpack the modern war of the sexes—idealism vs realism, loose women ...

Send us a text Back on OnlyFans… strictly for the Shannon Sharpe problems. We’re joined by the one and only Jeff, who we’ve convinced to get in an 18-wheeler—despite the mysterious "company" riding shotgun that absolutely doesn’t belong there. We dive into the warm urine market (yes, really), the Gluck Gluck 3000, and Jeff’s ongoing role as the official unofficialsponsors of the pod—which might be very illegal. We talk card references, Jeff’s infamous Black Card (how it’s distributed, manufac...

Send us a text This episode, we dive deep into Sinners — the most viral film in theaters right now. Directed by Ryan Coogler and scored by Ludwig Göransson, it’s being praised everywhere... but we’re here to poke holes in the hype. Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton, Ṣọpẹ́ Dìrísù, Ṣunmí Mósákù, Hailee Steinfeld, and Jack O'Connell all deliver powerful performances — but is it really just a flashy cultural vampire story dressed up in Jim Crow cosplay? Is this another case of "culture vulture" stor...

Send us a text Sydney makes her debut on the pod, and let’s just say… the drinks were flowing. Joined by Nashjia and Ladarrion, we chop it up about her journey through dental school, surviving student loans, and navigating the college life in Southeast Michigan. We get into chaperoning school trips, our infamous "summer baby" theory, and what it means to balance life as a 19-year-old woman in today’s chaotic world. From the madness of driving in Michigan to the pressure of leaving Detroit beh...

Send us a text This might be the drunkest episode we’ve recorded in a minute — and that’s saying something. We cover everything from $3.13 patreons for life, learning how to really use ChatGPT, and receiving whatever the Lord’s got lined up for us Tanashja’s coming at David sideways on Twitter, Andrea getting put on the set, and Syd clears out all her baby pics just to make room for this chaos. We reflect on that Lions vs. Packers game at Ford Field, BBLs in Puerto Rico, and our favorite pira...

Send us a text In this jam-packed episode, we welcome back Darrell to the mic for a wild ride through real life, hot takes, and some much-needed laughs. We’re kicking things off by promoting the Patreon, then diving into the art of keeping a healthy distance from certain associations. We get nostalgic about our Verdansk days, anticipating “Cooking with Fire” segment (yes, secret recipes included), and talk about getting active in the kitchen. A peek into life on the road, we touch on the chao...

Send us a text In this reflective and raw episode, we open with the Long Bully V1 intro and dive headfirst into the most indefensible of tasks—decoding Kanye’s tweets. From the Saint on the Bully album to the archetype of the villain and the beauty in breaking those American-made shackles, we explore what it means to sheath the sword and walk off the ledge. We peel back layers in the entertainment space and examine the role African Americans are often cast into, then pivot into something even...

Send us a text Live from New Jersey, The DBP is back with a special feature from No Losses, Silent Wins podcast host Brandon King. In this episode, we dive into the creative process, the complexities of love communicated through tough conversations, and the balance of strength and vulnerability. We reflect on 2024’s missed opportunities, the importance of cataloging our work, and the responsibility that comes with having a platform. From the struggle of managing relationships in creative spac...

Send us a text Girl Pod!!! We dive into the turbulence at the heart of our creative process—adapting to the chaos of content creation, the frustration of forgotten adapters, wasted studio time, and just feeling dull. We unpack the dilemma of bringing a date to Haley’s wedding, secret love, and the ulterior motives that can exist in relationships. Plus, we explore the differences between female and male archetypes, managing expectations, and the self-awareness it takes to accept that not ...

Send us a text The Grand Finale: In this final installment of our DBP session, we send Had to Got To off to soar into greatness. We’re talking Rainforest Café on Valentine’s Day, iPad kids running wild, and the best (and weirdest) delivery customers—from pro ballplayer wives to video game protagonists. We dive into The Dark Side of Disney, covering wild conspiracies, on-site deaths, and the unsettling truths lurking behind the magic. Plus, the chaos of Comerica Park’s baseball giveaways...

Send us a text Welcome to the channel! Another week of Beloveds x Had to, Got to, where we reminisce on classic pod moments and dive into everything from Taylor Swift’s sex appeal (dumb truck) to the pandemic of baddies working bottom-tier jobs. We break down Luka Dončić before and after the Los Angeles Lakers, Jim Carrey’s chemistry with his female co-leads, and Drake’s comeback album, $ome $exy $ongs 4 U, featuring the hit single "Where My Hug @". Plus, we rank the best and worst concerts w...

Send us a text Had to Got to Podcast – Hosted by the trio Nick, Nasah, & Flair. Creator to creator, we dive into the journey—sharing inspirations, setbacks, the grind for engagement. From production struggles to recovering lost audio files, we’ve seen it all. We look back on classic moments like We Light The Way – Week 5 (10/02/2022), and push forward through every challenge. We ask the wild questions others won’t—like, where did all the Elon hate really come from? Isn’t he top 3 hu...

Send us a text In this episode, we dive into workplace drama—injuries on the job, money owed, and the so-called loyalty from superiors. Who’s really got your back? Plus, we talk about the reality of lifestyle changes and managing money. From game-sharing plugs to the wild side of psychedelics, Anthony’s bad trips, and the blurred lines between fantasy and real relationships—we’re breaking it all down. Are your people really your people, or do they just think they know you? And of course, Ant ...

Send us a text In this episode, we break down the first social media ban—or half-ban—of TikTok and what it really means for creators, businesses, and the culture. Can we revive the platform? How are creators monetizing across socials, and where will TikTok’s displaced energy land next? We also dive into music promotions on the app, the moguls shaping platforms that influence the youth, and the ongoing censorship battles—especially from the left at Zuck’s Facebook. Plus, the rise of "sassy" as...

Send us a text Another season of heartbreak. Join Andre, David Chase, and a late guest appearance from Anthony as they dissect the Detroit Lions' latest disastrous playoff exit. From the season-ending injuries to the momentum-shifting turnovers, the fellas break down how this team went from hopeful to hopeless. How did grit turn to grits? With a coaching staff heading elsewhere and the Ford family continuing their reign, the frustration from Lions fans is palpable. But it’s not just about foo...

Send us a text Dre has returned to share his new found passion in trucking. Everyone knows we are truckers. As brash and insensitive as we come off, we have hearts of gold. In the world of logistics there's always a time and a place. Professionals in there field, play the field, they have certain advantages based on experience that new drivers haven't experienced yet. You only show and improve after you've hit the bottom. Once you understand no-one is coming to safe you, you are know able to ...

Send us a text This show has found a new resurgence. If you're new here, welcome. If you've been here you know it's up and its stuck. From Diddy to Trump this episode we attempt to recap the year of 2024. How the Democratic Party treats the kids. "When did you become a republican?"- Montana. Dre was on his way.😂 A true story of Ryan fighting in 1st period. How problematic he was back in the day. Wasn't quick to convect P Diddy before the video, but after the video we couldn't defend the alle...