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Besties, Shelby and Erica are the hosts of the All Things Melanin Podcast, a space dedicated to open, honest, and transparent conversations. They talk candidly about dating, relationships, career, brand building, and faith. From personal to professional, their relatable banter will have you laughing one second and feeling all the emotions the next. This audio series was created to encourage, inspire, and motivate multifaceted women to go after their dreams, and live their best lives.
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A show about women who kick ass and are using the internet to get ahead.
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In the season finale episode, Shelby and Erica discuss the importance of self-love and setting the bar high, important skills we've learned along our journey, and how to make new friends in a new city. Words of faith from Isaiah 26:3. Submit your questions for mentor moment via email at [email protected] or IG @allthingsmelanin__. Stay C…
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Shelby and Erica discuss friendship breakups and their impact, the importance of dreaming, and how to go about finding your purpose. Words of faith from Psalm 23:1 .To submit questions for mentor moment, email [email protected] or slide in our IG DMs @allthingsmelanin__ Stay Connected! Instagram YouTube Website Threads Facebook Connect…
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Shelby and Erica discuss how to put yourself out there when dating, challenges we've faced in corporate America and business, and how to overcome burnout. Words of faith from Hebrews 11:16. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allthingsmelanin__Stay Connected Inst…
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Shelby and Erica share their point of view on online dating vs. meeting someone in person, evolving your business/brand when needed, and what it takes to launch your YouTube channel. Words of faith from Galatians 6:9. Send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allthingsmelanin__ to have us answer your questions. Stay Co…
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Shelby and Erica chat about green flags to look out for when dating, the beauty of knowing when to pivot or shift in your business or brand, and navigating the waiting season as an entrepreneur. Words of faith from Romans 15:13. Stay Connected Instagram YouTube Website Threads Keep up with Erica Keep up with Shelby…
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Shelby and Erica share red flags to look out for when dating, how Corporate America can benefit you when building a brand or business, and whether you should or shouldn't rekindle old friendships. Words of faith from Luke 6:37. Stay Connected Instagram YouTube Website Threads Connect with Erica Connect with Shelby…
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Shelby and Erica discuss their single era, balancing a 9-5 job while building their brand, the importance of pouring into yourself, and words of faith from Psalms 105: 4-5. To have your questions answered on our mentor moment segment, submit them via [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allthingsmelanin__. Stay Connected With Us Insta…
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Shelby and Erica are kicking a new season of the pod off by addressing the state of the world and what we can all do to find peace and balance in day-to-day life, relationships, and the corporate world. Words of faith from Psalms 42:11. Connect with us! Instagram YouTube Threads Facebook Website Connect with Erica Connect with Shelby…
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Shelby and Erica discuss the importance of your single season, the importance of pursing your purpose, and share our advice on not being fulfilled at a dream job. Words of wisdom from Joshua 1:9. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allthingsmelanin__ Follow us ev…
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Shelby and Erica share dating lessons they've learned the hard way, the pros to batch creation and taking breaks, and give advice on doing things scared. Words of wisdom from 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allthingsmelanin__ Follow …
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Shelby and Erica share their top 3 icks when it comes to dating, what they had to unlearn on their journey of building All Things Melanin, and suggest ways to put yourself back on the dating scene. Words of wisdom from James 2-4. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DM…
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Shelby and Erica share their thoughts on if the cost of a date really matters, how they continue forward when life is tough, and give advice on how to talk to your partner about finances. Words of wisdom from Colossians 3:13. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @a…
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Shelby and Erica discuss the dating landscape in 2024, how to execute your ideas, and how to get out of a rut. Words of wisdom from Colossians 3:23-24. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allthingsmelanin__ Follow us everywhere! Facebook Instagram Threads …
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Shelby and Erica discuss if closure is necessary to move on from a relationship, the relaunch of their YouTube channel and what you can expect, and how to work through imposter syndrome. Words of wisdom from Romans 12:12. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allth…
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Shelby and Erica discuss if they think love is blind or not, the emotional rollercoaster of waiting on your "big break," and share advice on what to do when your business become stagnant. Words of wisdom from Psalm 13: 1-6. If you have a question that you want us to answer, send us an email at [email protected] or slide in our DMs @allth…
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Shelby and Erica start off a new season sharing what they are giving themselves permission to do in this season. They discuss how to navigate healthy friendships as an adult, if the American Dream is still a thing, and share their opinion about moving in with a significant other before marriage. Words of wisdom from Proverbs 18:21. Keep up with us …
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All Things Melanin is a space created for us, by us to have open, honest and transparent conversation. From life lifin’, to career, love, relationships, faith and everything in between. If you’re a girl’s girl, you’re in the right place. (guys too, we don’t discriminate.) We’re so excited to introduce you to All Things Melanin, where our voices mat…
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Shelby and Erica discuss the importance of knowing what you want in a partner + having a list, the pressure social media presents when building your brand or business, and how to get back on track when you're feeling unmotivated. Words of wisdom from Psalm 32:8. Keep up with us on social! Instagram @allthingsmelanin__ X (Formerly Twitter) @mela…
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Shelby and Erica share dating safety precautions they implement to feel safe and comfortable, tips to working our 9-5s + working so well together, and how to navigate reconnecting with friends. Words of wisdom from Proverbs 23:4-5. Instagram @allthingsmelanin__ X (Formerly Twitter) @melanintv_ Threads @allthingsmelanin__ Find out how you canli…
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Shelby and Erica share their thoughts and insight on love addiction, offer tips on how to determine if you are making the right career or business move, and offer advice on what to do when you want to follow your dreams but your family isn't supportive. Words of wisdom from Isaiah 55:9. Keep up with us onsocial! Instagram @allthingsmelanin__ X (…
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Shelby and Erica switch it up a bit and start off the episode by sharing the importance and beauty of sisterhood. They delve into if they will share their romantic relationships on social media or not, getting back to the basics with their brand, and how to shoot your career shot. Words of wisdom from Zechariah 4:10. Keep up with us on social! Inst…
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Shelby and Erica share their outlook on when it's time to let go vs. giving it more time in relationships, how to shoot your shot in business and career, and how to navigate a relationship that's no longer fulfilling you. Words of wisdom from Isaiah 30:18. Keep up with us on social! Instagram @allthingsmelanin__ X (Formerly Twitter) @melanintv_…
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Shelby and Erica share their opinions on low maintenance friendships, how to navigate being "The Only" in professional spaces, and how to prepare yourself to ease back into dating. Words of wisdom from Galatians 6:9. Wait On You X Maverick City Music: https://open.spotify.com/track/2p3qr3HQBgsjeE5rFobSDy?si=ab44f668ff694e15 Keep up with All Things …
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Shelby and Erica discuss self-love and why it's so important, how to navigate hitting a plateau in career or business, and how to be patient in your "in between" season. Words of wisdom come from Psalm 131: 1-3. Keep up with All Things Melanin: https://msha.ke/allthingsmelanin Keep up with Erica: https://msha.ke/everything.erica Keep up with Shelby…
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Shelby and Erica are back with a new season, and they're not holding back! They share what dating advice they would give their younger selves, how they navigated through some technical difficulties last season, and share how they've navigated grief in the past. Words of wisdom come from Psalm 23:1. *Please note, this episode does discuss and share …
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Shelby and Erica share their experiences around stigmas put on Black women, having discernment in your business, and walking away from people and things that no longer serve you. Words of wisdom from Psalms 18:30...Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica and Shelby at https://bio.site/shelbybrenna.…
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Shelby and Erica share their opinion on the “right time” to bring up finances in a relationship. They provide insight into how they’re able to work so well together in growing their brand and share tips to working smarter together and not against one another, and give advice on what to do if you don’t feel like your friends and family are supportin…
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Shelby and Erica debate if you should keep your options open when dating, and if men or women have more options when it comes to the dating pool. They share ways to overcome a creative block, and give advice on how to make new friends as an adult. Words of wisdom from John 13:7...Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica and Shelby at …
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Shelby and Erica dive into the importance of having high standards and firm boundaries when dating, and their experience in the past when they let things slide. They switch things up and Shelby interviews Erica for her business, Erica L. Murphy Interiors, LLC, and Erica shares the ups and downs of launching and growing her business. They give advic…
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Shelby and Erica are back in their dating era, so they’re sharing ways to put themselves out there and meet a new love interest, they chat about the growth of All Things Melanin since 2017, and give advice on how to shake the guilt of putting yourself first. Words of wisdom from Psalms 32:8...Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica a…
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Shelby and Erica settle the debacle of the $200 date debate and if it matters how much a date costs. They then dive into a deep discussion on their experience in corporate America and being one of few or the only one person of color in their department or at their company, and how they navigate the emotions of it all. They give advice on navigating…
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Shelby and Erica delve into their thoughts surrounding societal pressures of dating in your 30’s and how they’re navigating this tricky space, they share the challenges of having to figure out things they don't know how to do, and share their advice on feeling stuck in a waiting season. Words of wisdom from Peter 5:6-7...Keep up with Erica at https…
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Shelby and Erica are back, and they’re opening up this new season celebrating the anniversary of All Things Melanin! They start the show off by reflecting on where they started and where they hope to grow to in the future. Then they chat about green flags to look out for in friendships and the importance of having the right friend group around you.…
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Shelby and Erica discuss the biggest red flags to be aware of on a first date, sharing some of our favorite “wins” and memories from creating All Things Melain so far, and how to go from burnout to well rested. Words of encouragement from Proverbs 19:21. Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica and Shelby at https://bio.site/shelbybre…
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Shelby and Erica share their thoughts on men’s "brutal" relationship advice and the best relationship advice they’ve received, tips we’ve learned from building a brand from the ground up, and what to do when your dream seems to be taking “too” long to take off. Words of encouragement from Psalm 105: 4-5. Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everyt…
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Shelby and Erica share if they would date a man with a child(ren), and if so, what their guidelines are, the importance of discipline when trying to figure it out, and navigating being laid off. Words of encouragement from Exodus 14:14. Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica and Shelby at https://bio.site/shelbybrenna ..*If you or s…
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Shelby and Erica discuss the importance and value of men who not only show up financially but emotionally as well, how to overcome feelings of inadequacy and comparing yourself to others on your journey, and how to deal with conflict in a bridal party. Words of encouragement from Proverbs 16:32. Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.eric…
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Shelby and Erica discuss their thoughts and feelings around the 80/20 rule for relationships, the importance of setting firm boundaries and standards in your career, and navigating feeling left out of your friend group. Words of encouragement from Matthew 14: 27-32. Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica and Shelby at https://bio.si…
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Shelby and Erica share what past relationships have taught them and what they’re working on to be the best version of themselves for their future partner, what to do when you aren’t seeing results in your career or personal project, and whether to ghost a new love interest or not. Words of encouragement from Romans 15:13. Keep up with Erica at http…
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Shelby and Erica discuss their views on society/ culture shaping our views on being an independent woman and the negative stance surrounding independent women, how to stay consistent when building a brand, and tips on how to transition your side hustle to your main hustle. Words of wisdom from Isaiah 55:8-9. Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/ev…
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Shelby and Erica are back with a brand new season!! They share questions and conversations to have with your partner when you think they may be “the one,” lessons they’ve learned in their corporate career and personal projects, and what to do if someone you just met is doing too much. Words of encouragement from Luke 6:37. Keep up with Erica at htt…
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Shelby and Erica discuss if they could go on a dating show, and if so, which one. They also share their personal projects and businesses they’re working on and how to say no. Words of wisdom from Deuteronomy 31:6. .Follow Erica’s virtual interior design business here https://www.instagram.com/elminteriors_/.. Stay in the know & follow Shelby’s jour…
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Shelby and Erica discuss how to know if a friendship is worth nurturing or letting go, the power in dreaming, and how to overcome imposter syndrome. Words of wisdom from 2 Peter 3:9..Visit our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and join our IG community https://www.instagram.com/allthingsmelanin__/.Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.eri…
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Shelby and Erica discuss where to meet someone new and how to know if you should continue dating them after a few dates, how to create your own lane, and questions to ask to see if you’re violating the girl code. Words of wisdom from Matthew 6:6..Visit our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and join our IG community at https://www.instagram.com/allth…
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Shelby and Erica discuss how to balance romantic relationships and friendships so no one feels neglected, what all goes into interviewing guests on our podcast and share tips on how to live it up in your single season. Words of wisdom from Numbers 6:24-26..Visit our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and join our IG community https://www.instagram.co…
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Shelby and Erica share the importance of healing before dating again, the importance of remembering your “WHY” when pursuing your dreams, and the steps to take when you’re ready to pursue your passion. Words of wisdom from Exodus 14:14..Visit our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org and join our IG community https://www.instagram.com/allthingsmelanin__…
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Shelby and Erica discuss what a “safe space” looks like in romantic relationships and friendships, the importance of setting firm and healthy boundaries, and when you should talk money with your partner. Words of wisdom from John 13:7..Visit our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org..Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica and Shelby at w…
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Shelby and Erica debate on if age is just a number when it comes to dating, what we know now vs. 5 years on our journey to building a brand, and our advice for singles looking to be in a relationship. Words of wisdom are from Psalm 27:13..Visit our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org..Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica.Keep up with…
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Shelby and Erica are celebrating All Things Melanin turning 5! They share if they’ve ever shot their shot with a guy before, the journey to All Things Melanin turning 5, and how to get over feeling stuck at work. Words of wisdom are from Luke 16:10..Visit our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org..Keep up with Erica at https://msha.ke/everything.erica.K…
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Shelby and Erica discuss the importance of having in-depth conversations about past relationships with your partner, what people don't tell you about building a brand, and how to navigate the dating scene. Leaving you with words of wisdom from Colossians 3:23..Be sure to subscribe to our blog at www.allthingsmelanin.org. Submit your questions for o…
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