Humanized with Blue Telusma

Humanized is back! But this time writer and cultural commentator Blue Telusma is re-imagining her Youtube series as a podcast for Season 2!

018. "Life, Love & Long Covid" ft. Karla Monterroso 03/31/2022

018. "Life, Love & Long Covid" ft. Karla Monterroso While the fear around COVID-19 has subsided with mask mandates being lifted across the nation, some have warned that another surge could be on the horizon. This episode we're ending Women's Month with strategist and survivor Karla Monterroso... who joins us to open up about what it's been like living with Long Covid while educating the masses about the dangers of "going back to normal" too soon. Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric @BlueTelusma Follow Karla: @karlitaliliana This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/22641266

017. "Demystifying Money Management" w/ Njideka Obijiaku 03/05/2022

017. "Demystifying Money Management" w/ Njideka Obijiaku We're kicking off Women's History Month with money and business coach Njideka Obijiaku to talk about what wealth management really looks like in these unprecedented times. Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric @BlueTelusma Follow Njideka: @n.o.theculturescfo This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/22345778

016. "Love & Other Drugs" ft. The Muses 02/14/2022

016. "Love & Other Drugs" ft. The Muses In this special Valentine's Day issue, one of Blue's favorite "power couples" - The Muses - drop by the studio to talk about love, politics, cultural identity, and a slew of other hot topics. At one point the prolific artists even give a quick breakdown on what NFTs are for those who still have no idea what all the hype is about. Whether you don't have a Valentine OR just need some great conversation to keep you company while you get ready for a night out: we gotchu! Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric @BlueTelusma Follow Adrienne Muse: @iam.muse Follow Janeeka Muse: @j.muse This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/22129235

015. "Fit AF" ft. Nikki Gittens 02/08/2022

015. "Fit AF" ft. Nikki Gittens Now that the noise around New Year's Resolutions has died down, in this episode Blue reunites with her trainer Nikki Gittens (who she hasn't seen in months!) to discuss all the pitfalls that trip people up on the road to health and wellness. To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric @BlueTelusma Follow Nikki: @NikkiGittens This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/22068287

014. "New Year, Who Dis?" w/ Jeffery Smith 02/02/2022

014. "New Year, Who Dis?" w/ Jeffery Smith After taking January off to recover from 2021, Humanized is back and this time guest co-host Jeffery Smith is in the studio to talk hot topics! To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric @BlueTelusma Follow Jeffery: @jefro5 @bestkeptsecretsintl This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/22003316

013. "Intention is Sexy" ft. Amy Aniobi EP of 'Insecure' 12/27/2021

013. "Intention is Sexy" ft. Amy Aniobi EP of 'Insecure' It's our last Humanized podcast episode of 2021, and this time we have Amy Aniobi - writer, director and Executive Producer on HBO’s Emmy-nominated comedy, “Insecure,” in the studio to talk about what life looks like AFTER major success and how she maintains her privacy and authentic friendships in Hollywood. As an extra special treat, Amy also predicts what she thinks the audience must be feeling the morning after the series finale of the hit show that made Issa Rae a household name....and gives us a few hints about what their upcoming series "Rap Shit" will be like. There's also lots of laughter and rosé during this chat, so industry stuff aside, this is the end-of-year Happy Hour we all need right now! ------ To see early release video version of each episode check out: For those interested in next month’s "New Year, Who Dis?" class, you can register by Dec 31st at: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric - @BlueTelusma Follow Amy: @AmyAniobi This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/21608249

012. "Brotherly Love" ft. Jean Elie & Rich Nevels 12/19/2021

012. "Brotherly Love" ft. Jean Elie & Rich Nevels In this episode of the podcast, actors (and habitual scene-stealers) Jean Elie and Rich Nevels, who play Issa Rae and Yvonne Orji's brothers on HBO's hit comedy "Insecure", drop by the studio to chime in on this week's hot topics, clear up some of the biggest misconceptions about life in Hollywood, and also share how it feels to be part of one of the most beloved Black series in recent history. To see early release video version of each episode check out: For those interested in next month’s "New Year, Who Dis?" class, you can register by Dec 31st at: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric - @BlueTelusma Follow Jean Elie: @jeanelie Follow Rich Nevels: @richie.loco This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/21532601

011. "Own Thy Shift" ft. Fresh 12/03/2021

011. "Own Thy Shift" ft. Fresh Looking for some tangible tools to help you not only map out - but also execute - your goals for 2022? Say less! This week we opened up registration for January's "New Year, Who Dis?" digital workshops and sat down with Fresh who attended all of the previous "self-mastery" classes and talk about what it's been like navigating growth, "shadow work" and healing relationship traumas during these unprecedented times. Register for the class here: To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric - @BlueTelusma Follow Fresh: @Laurennotwarren This episode is sponsored by: /episode/index/show/humanized/id/21366614

010. "Lovers & Friends" ft Damage 11/25/2021

010. "Lovers & Friends" ft Damage Need some company while you prepare for a big Thanksgiving dinner? Or maybe you're playing it solo this year and want to unwind with some funny banter. Either way, we gotchu! In this SUPAH sized (almost 2hr) episode of "Humanized" Damage is in the studio to help us unpack some hot topics, share what he has in the works and play a very candid version of "21 Questions" that covers everything from sex and dating to coping with painful friendship breakups. To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric - @BlueTelusma Follow Damage: @therealdjdamage This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/21282104

009. “The Self-Esteem Queen” Ft Jayla Baxter 11/16/2021

009. “The Self-Esteem Queen” Ft Jayla Baxter This week we sit down with Jayla The Self Esteem Queen®, a Motivational Speaker and Performance Coach who spent the past 18 years rescuing sex-trafficked teens across America. In this episode we touch on the Travis Scott/AstroWorld tragedy, unpack Blue’s first experience with interracial dating, and have a very candid discussion about the dangers of sexual assault that many women have to be hyper-aware of when looking for love. To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: - Follow Jayla Baxter: This episode is sponsored by: /episode/index/show/humanized/id/21187151

008. “She got game” Ft Toccara Renee 11/04/2021

008. “She got game” Ft Toccara Renee Do nice guys (or girls) really finish last? In this episode, we sit down to talk to pro-athlete Toccara Renee about what it’s been like navigating life, love, and heartache over her 13-year basketball career, while simultaneously using “the game” as an avenue to explore her wildest dreams of traversing the globe. We also break down how the first 60 Days of our “100 Days of Self-Care” challenge is going AND chime into the ongoing debate about Jada Pinkett-Smith sharing vulnerable (and unflattering) details about her relationship with husband Will Smith. “Humanized with Blue Telusma” available on Apple, Spotify and YouTube To see early release videos version of each episode check out: https://www.Patreon.com/Bluecentric Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric - @BlueTelusma Follow Toccara Renee: @ToccaraRenee This episode is sponsored by: /episode/index/show/humanized/id/21051983

007. Let's talk about Asexuality! ft. Ericka Simone 10/26/2021

007. Let's talk about Asexuality! ft. Ericka Simone In this episode, Ericka Simone, a PR, communications, and marketing professional inside the music, entertainment, education, and non-profit sector is back to have a chat with us asexuality: what it is, what it isn’t, and how to identify how the asexual/aromatic community differs from the rest of this hyper-sexualized world. “Humanized with Blue Telusma” available on Apple, Spotify and YouTube To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric - @BlueTelusma Follow Ericka Simone on Instagram: @ericka.simone This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/20944727

006. "Social Media Detox" ft. Brian Henry 10/08/2021

006. "Social Media Detox" ft. Brian Henry This week social media took a half-day off due to the Facebook/Instagram outage, but while most people were freaking out, some of us used that time to get our minds right and catch a breath. This week we talk to one of the nation’s most sought after celebrity disc jockeys, Brian Henry - (formerly known as DJ B-Hen) - about what he's learned about himself during these strange times, what it's like dating in Los Angeles, and how he created his uber popular "BHen Block Party." To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric - @BlueTelusma Follow Brian Henry: @itsbrianhenry - @bhenblockparty This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/20754722

005. How do we feel about "Cuffing Season”? ft. Jeffery Smith Jr. 09/21/2021

005. How do we feel about "Cuffing Season”? ft. Jeffery Smith Jr. In this episode, we get into everything from Nicki Minaj's vaccine controversy to our favorite moments at the VMA's then have a candid conversation about "Cuffing Season" that infamous time of year when everyone rushes to get boo'd up to keep warm during the winter. To see early release videos version of each episode check out: Follow Blue on Instagram: @Bluecentric @Blue Telusma Follow Jeffery Smith: @jefro5 This episode is sponsored by: BluecentricShop.com /episode/index/show/humanized/id/20553626

004. “Are You Too ‘Deep’ to Date?” ft. David Johns 08/27/2021

004. “Are You Too ‘Deep’ to Date?” ft. David Johns Dating can be tricky enough as it is, but when you’re perceived as a “bougie intellectual” and THEN add the additional pressures of career, ticking biological clocks, and social media…. suddenly it can get downright tricky! In this episode, we’re joined by David Johns, the Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition, and have a candid conversation about sex, partnership, and how to discern when a “preference” is actually just a problematic bias. Check out early release video versions of each episode : Follow Blue on Instagram: Follow David Johns: This episode is sponsored by: /episode/index/show/humanized/id/20278727

003. “Take the L Sis” ft. Maryam Iman 08/12/2021

003. “Take the L Sis” ft. Maryam Iman Being a strong woman is supposed to be a good thing. But what happens when that very same strength ends up quietly killing us? /episode/index/show/humanized/id/20121383

002. Sex, Lies & Social Media ft. Norman Towns 08/05/2021

002. Sex, Lies & Social Media ft. Norman Towns Dating is hard enough but with social media constantly offering a buffet of heavily filtered “options” & distractions and the media profiting from stoking the flames of “men vs women” gender wars, it’s trickier than ever to figure who is keeping it real and actually looking for a meaningful connection. /episode/index/show/humanized/id/20050070

001. The Power of ‘The Pivot” ft. Jeffery Smith Jr. 07/28/2021

001. The Power of ‘The Pivot” ft. Jeffery Smith Jr. Sometimes life throws you curve balls that completely disrupt even the best laid plans and you’re forced to ask yourself “Now What?!” - In these moments you have two choices: to sulk or to PIVOT. /episode/index/show/humanized/id/19952957

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