Andrea and Emily sit down and have a lovely, honest, and raw conversation between two new moms navigating the new ropes of motherhood. TW: From birth stories, miscarriage, experiences with our doctors (spoiler not that great),what we wish we knew before,  to seeing our partners become fathers and more. It’s an as-real-as-it-gets chat. You can find Emily and her cute little boy on Instagram. Thank you for listening and we'll be back soon with more valuable content with YOU in mind Momma. Support the show

Welcome to Hello Momma! A podcast brought to you by Date and Debate Podcast. Andrea and Alana sit down to have a chat surrounding the importance of care and nurturing after giving birth. Many times we forget to put ourselves first and in return get sucked into the pressure of being perfect and doing it all ... alone. In this episode we hope we can remind you to take a step back and take care of YOU. No matter where you are in your stage of motherhood, this conversation will hopefully serve as a reminder that your needs matter and it's always ok to ask for help. And walk away with some yummy recipe ideas to nourish your body.  If you'd like to get to know more about Alana you can follow her on Instagram. Thank you for listening and we'll be back again soon with more valuable content with YOU in mind, momma. Support the show

Welcome to Hello Momma! A podcast brought to you by Date and Debate Podcast. This episode gets personal. We discuss what inspired the podcast, my pregnancy experience, navigating a new relationship while being pregnant, what to expect from the pod,  and how some friendships shifted during a pivotal time in my life. You can expect Hello Momma to be informative, fun, relatable, and hopefully a place where Moms can feel seen and heard. Follow us on Instagram HelloMommaDFWSupport the show

Andrea sits down with Maria and Ramon to continue the convo from last episode but now with a male perspective.  Why do men lie? Instead of focusing on love languages, should we focus on how we handle conflict? Ramon asks the girls some hard hitting questions and we talk about how to handle finances, who should pay on the first date, once you move in with your SO how do you handle bills and expenses... Then the convo gets a little more intense. We go into dating, how to spot a red flag, and more. It's a TWO part episode, and this is Part 1.Enjoy!Todays Guest: Ramon, Currently in Dallas, From Illinois. Personal Trainer & Online Fitness Coach. You can find him: @bodyxramon on IG & @bodyxramononline on TikTokNote from Ramon: I was excited to be on the pod bc Im a man that was raised by my mother and grandma. I have a unique perspective to bring to the discussion. Support the show

Date and Debate returns! Andrea sits with her good friend Maria to reflect on the past year. They discuss heartbreak, getting over a Situationship, the divine feminine, the importance of being grounded, and much more. It's juicy and full of great tips! Support the show

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*TW: Sexual Assault and Harassment*In the final episode of Season 3 of Date and Debate, Andrea sits down with her friend Fernanda Ruiz to share a very personal moment that not only scarred her but took time to heal and come to terms with. If this topic is triggering, please take care of yourself and pause or skip the episode if you need to.To report sexual assault you can call the National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673Date and Debate will be on hiatus and Andrea will be coming back in December with a BRAND NEW podcast series that is relevant to the times and will be filled with "aha!" moments. Stay tuned for more info and thank you for your support in this past year and a half!Support the show

The girls are back! And as usual, nothing was held back.  They go deep into MLM (Multi Level Marketing) approach, the surge of insta coaches, cancel culture, growth, life updates, and more... Meeting up to catch up and chat has become a seasonal tradition between these three and they always bring he heat. This episode might ruffle some feathers, raise some eyebrows but also bring some laughs. Grab your tea, sit back and enjoy! Follow the girls @moderndaymujeres to stay up to date on their podcast! Support the show

Ayana Campbell Smith is a debt-free money coach with a passion for helping millennial women and couples get unstuck and become financially empowered so they can ditch debt, save more, and win with money!In August 2019, she launched Millennial Money Guide. Through her email newsletter, Instagram, blog, and money coaching programs, Ayana shares practical tips and money advice to help young adults navigate the sometimes intimidating and often misunderstood world of personal finance.Tune in to hear some tips, tricks, and advice! For more info on Ayana please go to: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millennialmoney.guideBlog: https://millennialmoney.guideCoaching Application: https://forms.gle/1E5on67uy8NCLy5z6Support the show

Alex Ashraf AKA The Basic Blogger B*tch is  a lifestyle blogger based in Dallas Texas. She talks about everything from Politics to her favorite Gluten Free finds and loves sharing her shenanigans with her followers. She sits down with Andrea to give some life updates, discuss politics, talk about the latest attacks on the Muslim community - and ways to help, boy drama, and receives some wise advice from Andrea (100/50 and the poop text theories). It's fun, informative, and one you won't want to miss. Enjoy!Support the show

Andrea is joined by Dating Coach Connell Barrett author of the Amazon bestselling book “Dating Sucks but You Don’t". He is a dating coach and the founder of Dating Transformation. He helps men connect with women by unlocking their best, most authentic selves. Connell has appeared on "Access Hollywood" and the "Today" Show, and in many magazines, including Best Life, Cosmopolitan, Oprah Magazine, and Playboy. He's also an advisor for AskMen and currently lives and works in New York City. Learn more about him at DatingTransformation.com or @Datingtransformation on Instagram. You can also find his book "Dating Sucks but You Don't"  on Amazon. It's  a fun convo full of advice, tips, and tricks  for both men and women!Support the show

*Trigger Warning: Miscarriage*Kayla sits down with Andrea to talk about it all! It's an open and honest conversation about suffering a miscarriage, losing relationships, finding love again, plants, and learning to walk away from toxic environments. It's an episode full of emotions and they're spilling all the tea. Feathers might be ruffled ...Kayla is a fitness instructor for Equinox in the wee hours of the morning and after most people get off work but by day she’s a social media consultant and graphic designer who owns her own business—kdmktg. She’s a lover of books, a hoarder of plants and is currently the mom to 4 dogs. Born & raised in Portland, OR—she is bohemian at heart and is always full of energy. Kayla is now living in Dallas, TX and pursuing her best life. Instagram: @kndyeWebsite: kayladye.comEmail: kndye.ig@gmail.com Support the show

Andrea is joined by the amazing ladies of Sippin' with Us Podcast. Sippin’ With Us was started by 3 Latinas with the purpose of opening up conversations about mental health, confidence, and self acceptance. They noticed there was a need of more Latino representation in the podcast community and have been fortunate to bring along guests into their podcast that have been open to sharing their stories with the purpose to help others in their own journey to self acceptance.She sits down with Martha, Mayra, and Paula to discuss what is was like to start a podcast at the beginning of the pandemic, growing up Latina and the cultural pressures & differences that come along with it.As with any girls get together they also talk about astrology, generational trauma, Bennifer!, and so much more. It's a lovely chat with amazing Latina women that you won't want to miss. Support the show

Lisa Kroencke joined the staff as Executive Director of The Magdalen House in 2016.  She began volunteering at the house in 2007 and accepted a Board of Director’s position in 2009.  In 2010, she was named Board Chair, bringing more than 20 years of fundraising, communications, and board development experience to the position. Lisa has served as a volunteer and board member to more than a dozen non-profit organizations including Dallas CASA, Children’s Medical Center Women’s Auxiliary, Nexus Recovery Center Auxiliary Board, and Dallas C.A.R.E.  She has been in recovery since June of 2007 and has a passion for advocacy for women and destigmatizing the disease of alcoholism.In this episode Lisa walks us through how she found her way back to  her husband after they both went on their recovery journey, how she found community and purpose through The Magdalen House, and the importance of education surrounding Alcoholism. This is an episode for those seeking hope. There's always a light at the end and remember you're not alone.  If you'd like to know more about The Magdalen House please go to their website: https://magdalenhouse.org or click here to make a donation. If you or someone you know is suffering from alcoholism there are also government and program websites for further resources and information on helping someone with an alcohol addiction. Explore them to learn more about the addiction and experience:Al-AnonAlcoholics AnonymousSAMHSANational Institute on Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismSupport the show

Ella comes back to the pod to share some news about her new venture The Space and to help Andrea close out season two of Date and Debate. As usual, the conversation is profound and inspiring. They discuss the importance of recognizing when something isn't working, building habits, listening to yourself (and others), self alignment,  pivoting when needed, and pausing when you know it's time. As Date and Debate podcast comes to a close and it approaches it's first year (!!!), Andrea announces she will be taking a indefinite (but not super long) break in order to re-focus, re-energize, and come back with meaningful and impactful content. Date and Debate will be back before you know it! Please enjoy this episode. If you liked what you heard, spread the word! Support the show

Andrea sits down with Jimmy Collins - a wine and spirits expert passionate about all things liquor and good vino! Jimmy shares how he got started in the wine and spirits industry, the value of building relationships in business (and in life!), and the importance of giving (book discussed: Give and Take by Adam Grant). He then jumps in to share how he fell in love with his now fiancé after meeting her at an airport (total fate!) and how the engagement he had thoughtfully organized ended up not working out as planned... but still made for a great (and hilarious) story. Jimmy wraps up the interview flipping the tables and asking Andrea some questions about her dating life and offering her some tips along with a piece of simple yet honest advice for all the single men out there. If you're interested in knowing more about jimmy you can find him on IG @JimmyCollins101If you like what you heard, spread the word. Enjoy!Support the show

Fernanda, Max and Andrea sit down to discuss the different approaches to take when starting a relationship. The conversation focuses a lot on how Max has a hard timeline when it comes to dating while Fernanda and Andrea have a more chill approach. They discuss the importance of doing the Myers Briggs Personality assessment and how this can help understand and navigate relationships with others. Fernanda is returning after a bit of  a Hiatus but you can expect her back for more Therapy Thursdays in the near future. Max is new to the pod! Here's a bit more about him: Max is originally from Ukraine and moved to the United States as a child in 1989 through a program for asylum seekers escaping communism. He studied computer science at the University of Maryland and has been working in software development for just under 20 years. Max’s love of action movies and stars like Jean-Claude Van Damme has led him to martial arts. He’s been practicing Brazilian jiu jitsu and kickboxing for 15 years. His other passions are politics, photography and travel. You are welcome to follow Max on IG at @maxphotoexperienceIf you like what you heard, spread the word! Enjoy the episode.Support the show

Andrea sits down with the Queen of Reels aka Nzynga! If you've seen her IG Reels & feed, you know this girl is all about embracing yourself, loving yourself, spreading joy, and empowering women. This convo is no different! They talk about cancel culture, the importance of supporting small BIPOC businesses, BLM, the Capitol Riot, Instagram vs. Reality, and Nzynga shares a very personal story that sheds a light on our terrible prison system.  It's as REEL as it gets and one that will leave plenty of lessons. You can follow Nzynga on Instagram @nzynga_ and the small business Date and Debate is supporting this episode is Loisa Organic Sazón & Adobo Seasonings: Feeding tradition with Real Latin Flavor. You can find them on IG @eatloisa or check out their website: www.loisa.com. If you like what you heard, spread the word. Enjoy!Support the show

It's Andrea's first solo episode! Date and Debate was inspired by her blog I Can't Make This Shit Up.  In this episode she takes it way back to her blogging days and shares some of the weirdest (and most popular) dating stories. If you have any dating stories you'd like to share or have Andrea discuss on her podcast, please send them to hifriend@dateanddebate-pod.com for a chance to be featured! Support the show

Andrea sits down with two of her best friends to share diary entries from their early teenage years. It's embarrassing, full of laughter, maybe a little singing, and a quick 90's boy band lesson. It's an  episode intended to bring some laughter and hopefully help you forget about the chaos in the world for a few minutes. Enjoy!Support the show