Creating a life that is authentic, bold, and purposeful takes audacity. It takes disruption. That is what it means to be a Professional Troublemaker. Join New York Times bestselling author, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, as she brings perspectives, conversations and deep dives about culture, business and leadership.
Her guests are world movers and change agents who have gotten where they are through their tenacity, their truth telling and commitment to making good trouble.
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Liana Kanani
5 out of 5 stars
Great speaker and well researched
I appreciate the great info to explain why black communities (and other communities can rally in support) need to support each other by frequenting black businesses I order to improve their communities with this support. I look forward to sharing the brands mentioned and looking at shoppeblack.us for more black owned brands.
Kim B. Rausch
5 out of 5 stars
A joy to learn from
Luvvie always has the best advice and nuggets of wisdom, in her books and in this wonderful podcast. It’s a joy to listen to someone so at peace with herself.
femmedirector
5 out of 5 stars
Motivating and Inspiring
Every episode sets your spirit on fire to push forward and share your gifts. So much to learn and you’ll get many laughs while doing it.
TerriAD
5 out of 5 stars
What the world needs now is Luvvie!!
I just recently found you Luvvie Ajajyi Jones when I was listening to my WW Walk talk! After that I immediately sought out your podcast, Ted talk and everything you do. I purchased professional trouble maker and I am LOVING IT! I love and appreciate your bold faced honesty and the true love that you put into the world. I immediately shared the podcast and plan to buy the book as my “go to” birthday gift for every woman in my life! Bless you Sis for being obedient to your call! God’s continued blessings on you, I hope one day we can get together for some shenanigans! 💜🦋💜🦋
Wande**
5 out of 5 stars
Gem droppin
Every episode is very informative and thought provoking. She has a very intuitive way of engaging her audience and empowering them to be the best version of themselves.
Irongirl68
5 out of 5 stars
Luv Luvvie
Thank heavens for Luvvie. Wow! Just wow! Insight, humor, strength. One of my favorite podcasts!
chelseafitnesscoach
5 out of 5 stars
Dream it and it will start!
Love love this trouble maker for speaking here mind and encouraging us to do so!
Susy1968
5 out of 5 stars
Thank you
So glad I heard you on Glennon Doyle’s podcast, We Can Do Hard Things. I love your energy and the way you say things. Following and listening to you now too and can’t wait to read your book and make some trouble. Thank you!
Modell23
5 out of 5 stars
Gabrielle Union is so relatable.....also Go Unafraid with Boz.
I love this episode. Gabby and I vibe on the same frequency. I love her. I agree with all the personality changes black women morph into in order not to be seen threatening to their “white”counterparts. Well we keep pressing on. I love the moderator Luvvie and can totally relate with her as an American-African woman. I’m a new subbie to your podcast and IG. Being authentic with Dr Yaba Blay was mind blowing. Very transparent and encouraging others to embrace their authentic self with room for adaptation to an unusual environment. Loved the discussion on how you had to assimilate from your Nigerian roots to becoming the Nigerian-American woman you are. I totally get it!!! Luvvie you’re the realest. Oh my gosh .... need to meet people like you. Here to also state I wholeheartedly enjoyed the episode with Gina Yashere. I watch Bob loves Abishola and have always wondered how the origins of the show came about. Thanks for setting the record straight on that Gina. What an easy listening episode it was and the energy was palpable. Luvvie don’t leave Gina out at your next hangout. Keep doing great.
Twinmom0318
5 out of 5 stars
Motivating Speaker
Thank you for giving a voice to our fears and giving us tools and tips to overcome them. I highly recommend reading her book, “Professional Troublemaker”.
HighRiseDiva51
5 out of 5 stars
I love Luvvie
Thank you for your podcast and tantalizing book. I share this podcast with anyone who is seeking value rich content, something to inspire thought and action AND a podcast that will make you want to get your fuel minus the caffeine.
Island Girl 2020
5 out of 5 stars
Dianne Estis
What an inspirational pod cast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Vanna J
5 out of 5 stars
The Lemon & Honey To My Morning Tea
Luvvie!!!!!!! You are my spirit animal! Every morning I’m just like...lemme see what Luvvie talkin bout today! Thank you so much for spilling the tea on every episode! I especially appreciate that it’s tea that doesn’t make me wanna fight the air!
Breezy Pearson
5 out of 5 stars
Love Luvie!
Love Luvie, love her talks and advice, love everything about this amazing powerhouse woman! Discovered her on Instagram, listened to her host the podcast “The Step” on Popsugar, and now discovered this podcast of hers and love it! Great way to start your day! Can’t wait for more episodes!😊💕
sorany_v
5 out of 5 stars
A Must Listen For The Modern Woman!
I found Luvvie through her TedXTalk, just bought her book, Professional Troublemaker, today and just started the podcast two hours ago! 🗣 Lemme tell y’all Luvvie is the best friend we all need! Intelligent, hilarious, insightful and encouraging and so much more. What stands out for me is that she understands the pain points and obstacles that we are all feeling in current times and speaks on all of this mess in a way that leaves you feeling hopeful and ready to show up in the world as our authentic, powerful selves. There’s not enough of that in this world and the diligent, thoughtful work that Luvvie gifts us are literal diamonds. Subscribe now!
AnxiousCat_Mom
5 out of 5 stars
I needed this!
I needed to hear what you’ve said in just the first 2 episodes I’ve heard 🥺thank you Luvvie!
missgeegee2020
5 out of 5 stars
Always a must listen
So positive, so empowering, smart and funny. Most guests are interesting and entertaining. I wasn’t fan of the interview with Kimberly Blackwell. She spend the majority of the show bragging about herself, all the panels she’s on, what schools she attended, yada yada yada. We could have Googled all that. I cut the show off early this week.
katd777
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie, Luvvie, Luvvie!!!
These podcasts are the best! You have some of the dopest people on. I wish I had heard some of this 20 yrs ago! 😫
Edenscanopy
5 out of 5 stars
“God puts people in your life...”
I just listened to my first episode of the Professional Troublemaker” podcast with Nicole Walters, because she told me to, and because I always do what Nicole tells me to do-why? She is one of those people that God put in my life to help encourage me and remind me who I am in Him. Once you realize who those people are, they will continue to help you hear His voice and stop getting caught up in the world’s idea of what life should be. So now, I am going to grab the “Professional Troublemaker” book, because Nicole told me to, and because I can already see this is someone who is changing the world in so many positive and loving ways! Thank you both for your commitment to being a light to follow and for pushing through all the hard days and the hard things. You are both loved and so appreciated!!
MommyT3aches
5 out of 5 stars
Can’t Get Enough!!!
Luvvie is the truth. I found her through a friend and I just can’t get enough. I just purchased her second book because of this podcast! I love watching her win and her cheering us on so we can all win!!! Keep going!! Oh, and I need to try Jollof bc of her! Congrats and much success always and forever!!!
Naturallymish
5 out of 5 stars
The Best!
Thank you for this podcast. I love your interviews and your inspirational guests. I especially loved the interview with Cynthia Erivo, but who am I kidding. All of your guests are amazing! I listen to your podcasts while working from home, and they help to remind me that I am great and to always “show up with my best self”. Keep up the great work and congratulations on your new book, which I will be purchasing. Love and Light, Misha
Soyreka
5 out of 5 stars
Free Game!
Luvvie and her interviewees keep dropping gems after gems. These conversations DO NOT MISS! Part of me is baffled that this is free. So good.
riribex
5 out of 5 stars
Yaba & Luvvie
Possibly one of the best podcast episodes I have ever heard! Thank you both.
Eyeculookin1x
5 out of 5 stars
This is the season
The level of binge listening in progress is shameless! I no longer need TV until I listen to ever single episode! Finding this space at this perfect time has been the confirmation and the YES .... Go Fearlessly that I needed. I am dripping in all the sauce and walk with a new BOP after each episode! THANK YOU to my new virtual CUZIN’ :o)
serena_serenity712
5 out of 5 stars
Excellence for Black women
Luvvie, You’ve managed to create a safe space that also rejuvenates creativity, smartness and our ability to soar high in our Black Girl Magic essence!! Bravo!!!
mgross318
5 out of 5 stars
5/5 stars!
This podcast is funny, honest, smart, and inspiring. LOVE!! Gratitude abounds, Luvvie!!
emlavs1
5 out of 5 stars
Normalize therapy episode
Wow this episode was so powerful. The messages Luvvie shared from her therapist and about her therapist really hit home for me.
Lilian Ogagan
5 out of 5 stars
#Inspired
Luvvie’s podcast is refreshing and inspiring and all her guest speakers drop gems that are life changing. Thank you Luvvie for being you.
Goddesslocs888
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie is Bomb!
I am a forever follower of Luvvie! She inspires me in more ways than one! I am thankful for her podcast and the encouragement that seeps from her and her guest! You need to listen to this podcast! On your way to work, church, relaxation time and etc. this podcast is life changing! Luvvie is BOMB!
1800_Colette
5 out of 5 stars
#mindblown
Wow. This podcast episode is mind blowing!! I’ve never felt so seen and empowered at the same time. Jessica is AMAZING! I low key want to write an essay about her and dress up as her for career day. She dropped SO many gems my cup runneth over! I’ve committed to not allow fear to hold me back in 2021 so this episode spoke to me directly. I’m signing up to be a professional troublemaker and I’m looking forward to the book. I don’t know where you’re gonna go from here with the podcast. This was a mic drop!
AGiMa1222
1 out of 5 stars
Intolerant
Luvvie is completely intolerant of differing views and refuses to engage in civil discourse with opposing sides. She is a race baiter for the liberal left and just stirs the pot as far as race, feminism, and bashing religion. I did not gain any personal insight from listening to or reading to her nonsense.
saclotusgal
5 out of 5 stars
Stephanie, Brandon and HONY
Wonderful interview with Brandon. I enjoyed the easy conversation and of course learning more about Stephanie. I hope you get to interview her too, I’d love to hear her stories in her voice. This is my first episode and I’ll be listing to more.
EMark530
5 out of 5 stars
Brings out the best in her guests and in me
She gets the best guests and comes up with some of the most unique things to consider that would never have occurred to me. I love how Luvvie pushes me to think differently and still brings the laughs while also introducing me to great thought leaders. Can’t wait to see what comes next!
P-I-M-P
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie & Austin Channing Brown!!!
This podcast was Beyond!! It was full of insight, Joy, great stories, truth & laughter. Even had to stop & replay some parts cause I had to hear them again they were so good👍
Freddie bag of donuts
1 out of 5 stars
Push the 3 black people to the front to speak
Does it worry you at all that BLM is controlled by white rich people instructing blacks to commit crimes, to take the fall?
Kaye E.
5 out of 5 stars
My favorite!!
I love this podcast! It’s full of people that are working hard and living their dreams. It’s very inspirational and when I’m having a hard day or discouraged I listen to an episode. Every single episode is a HIT and full of gems that you can apply for your life!
Cassondra D.
5 out of 5 stars
Truth telling, credible trouble maker, leading from the front.
This is a podcast that I listen to when the world has shook me and I need a cup to draw from! Luvvie is dope, relatable and her energy is unmatched. If you are someone that has courage enough to live out who you truly are and aspiring to do something bigger than you, this is where you need to be! Often times, Luvvie brings guest to this podcast that drops gems that were obtained along uncharted territories often acquired through timeless lessons. This is a podcast for the soul. That gives you an opportunity, time after time, to evaluate yourself in way that forces you to leave better than you came. At the same time, this is a space where the standard is to care for yourself, GUILT FREE! Luvvie is the voice for so many woman of color! One I’m proud to be in the company of, even virtually!
Smsl74
5 out of 5 stars
Gabrielle Union Episode
This interview was amazing! I feel like Luvvie asked all the questions that we all wanted to know. Gabrielle’s breakdown on how Hollywood works was so telling. Thank you!
Cwamne
5 out of 5 stars
The best!
Luvvie is amazing she's: real, engaging, insighful, and has such a positive energy. She has great guests on the show, and does an amazing job interviewing them.
egags16
5 out of 5 stars
Luuuuv Luvvy
Luvvy you are DOPE. You’re so intelligent, fun, and inspiring. Love what you stand for, love what you preach and how you show up for what you value. ALSO love the beautiful and incredible people you bring onto your podcast. So many loves to talk about!! Keep doin what you do ❤️
Lili writing reviews
5 out of 5 stars
The Best Perspective
Always a positive force in my day, Luvvie will make you feel like you can do anything and conquer all your dreams!
Sandrag!!
5 out of 5 stars
Great rants!!
Food for the soul!!
VonSidAugust
5 out of 5 stars
A must listen
You need a notebook when listening. The nuggets, gems, truths, and words of wisdom from Luvvie and her guests are priceless. Enjoy this. This is my 1sr podcast that I’ve subscribed to. I’m hooked.😃❤️💯
Syd Avery
5 out of 5 stars
Proudly using her platform
Luvvie is a GEM! Thank you for providing a platform to elevate OUR people and their work. After every episode, I learn something new and find a new influencer. Especially, women of color making big moves. Thank you!
StillWakingUp
5 out of 5 stars
A voice to my silence
This podcast has given me soooo much life! I am catching up on years worth of content and I’m enamored. I feel like I can’t listen without a pen and paper. I mean I’m taking notes, I’m rotfl, I’m crying, I’m screaming, most of all I am learning and growing. It is all that! Like I didn’t even want to share it at first as if thousands weren’t already woke to it lol. Now I’m just sending Luvvie to random people in my village. It’s too good not to be shared. Go subscribe! You will be so glad you did. Whew chile.. lovely, just lovely...
citywhit
5 out of 5 stars
You can’t not love Luvvie!
This insightful podcast will have you laughing, crying, crying-laughing and just feeling inspired and blessed. Highly recommend.
camo123116
5 out of 5 stars
RELATABLE
I absolutely love this podcast and I’ve only listened to this podcast 1 day and it is so relatable! I will for sure continue to listen to this podcast
eceinoj
5 out of 5 stars
Finally
I have been meaning to listen to this podcast for a year. Finally getting around to it. The content is a year old and I am still getting tidbits! Thanks
ARich Life -Alisha Richard
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
Thanks for all you do! Your one dope Queen 👸🏽
Lilithrogers
5 out of 5 stars
You and Toni M
Love what you said about TM and what you learned from her🥰Thank you ❤️Lilith
Spiceisle child
4 out of 5 stars
Any new shows?
Would you be back for another season?
thebrookemoment
5 out of 5 stars
Love you!
I have been binge listening to your podcast and am almost done. You are positive and have bestowed knowledge that I didn’t know I needed. You’re my online mentor. Thank you for being great.
jessbenton
5 out of 5 stars
Thank you!
I just want to say thank you! So many gems. So much knowledge. I get motivated to keep going with my business every time I listen your podcast!
iPeachymail
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome!!
Love it! I listen to this all the time :) Can you do more episodes about movies? (I’m not that far in the podcast) The only movies I really enjoy are marvel movies and transformers movies. I need some more movie interests :/
1TiffanyLynette
5 out of 5 stars
Reclaim Your Passion & Take Notes
Episode 32 is super loaded and is by far one of my favorite episodes. As soon as Elaine said “if you’re lucky, you get to a point where you can fight back and RECLAIM that little girl, that person you were before the world started putting limitations on the way you dream.” I hit pause and immediately started taking notes ✍🏾How many of us need to reclaim our dreams? How many of us need to unlearn a mentality that made us forget who we were and what we loved? As the episode continued, Elaine shared with Luvvie hard truths that showed her transparency and vulnerability which is so beautiful. For example, leaving toxic relationships and knowing that being a ride or die can really deter you from your dreams. I know this all to well. It is her hope that by sharing her journey, others would “cycle through relationships faster” and that “some things break on purpose and it’s not up to you to put it back together and make it work.” While I could write an entire essay especially on the Harriette Cole & Ebony segment (so good) I simply want to encourage everyone to listen to this episode, it was indeed a Masterclass and a masterpiece. If the gems dropped are applied, one can really begin to see the trajectory of their lives change for the better. Lastly, I love how both Luvvie & Elaine love and cheer for each other and lastly, lastly but certainly not least Amen for Holy Spirit who if you let HIM “will be everything you need.”
SaraAnne iPHONE
5 out of 5 stars
YES because YESSSS!!🙌🏽
Luvvie you’re a new kind of hero to me.
Lil odiarle
5 out of 5 stars
Insightful Luvvie
Luvvie is transparent, authentic, and insightful. It doesn’t matter who she is interview she is going to pull gems for her listeners. Thank you Luvvie!!!
E Noemí
5 out of 5 stars
What we need in today’s world
Luvvie brings all of the truth, positivity, motivation & celebration of our culture. Her book, TedTalk and previous work is what led me to her podcast. Luvvie is the truth and I can’t thank her enough for joining forces w other amazing guests who help share the love, positivity and magic that lives within our bones. Thank you Luvvie!
Sani_ITW
5 out of 5 stars
It’s not about your title
Wow what a great episode I love own your character rent your title which is always more important. Thank you Luvvie.
Kerynne
5 out of 5 stars
Simply everything I never thought...
This podcast has been something that has brought me through so many rough times. Times where I questioned my path, worth, and dreams. Especially being someone that lives and works in predominantly white spaces, this podcast simply put is everything I never thought I needed! Amazing! Please keep them coming!
shek1212
5 out of 5 stars
Best Podcast!!
I absolutely can’t wait for Luvvie to drop a new podcast each week! These interviews are life-changing! Thanks of all that you do!
&&imme
5 out of 5 stars
Theeee Best
Luvvie I’ve followed your work since reading “I’m Judging You” a few years ago. Hearing your perspective on the latest happenings in the world is always refreshing and insightful! Also I LOVE learning about new people through you. Keep up the great work! Sidenote: Please interview Tobe Nwigwe in the near future! Learned about him through you and I’d love to hear you and him going back and forth with your Nigerian banter lol
SoUnrelatable
5 out of 5 stars
2 huge thumbs up
I don’t listen to podcasts but this is worth it. I love how Luvvie and her guests are open and honest with their stories. Even while being successful people, everyone is relatable with each conversation.
SweeterThanTea
4 out of 5 stars
Motivation
I follow Luvvie on many social media sites and she is a hoot. The content of the podcast is so motivating and inspiring.
Ldcarter94
5 out of 5 stars
Beautifully inspiring
Luvvie and her guests always provide insightful advice on life and career building that I value so much as a young professional in my mid 20s. Every time I listen to the podcast I am re-energized to continue working hard towards my goals.
Burrs2002
5 out of 5 stars
Push Forward
I spent my Saturday morning cleaning while listening to Luvvie and Latham and I felt inspired to keep pushing to put the best version of myself into the world. I only came across this podcast a few months ago and have spent my drive to work and downtime catching up on all of Luvvie’s thought provoking words. After each episode I find myself thinking about the world and my own actions a little bit differently than before, so for that I thank you. Latham defines what it means to answer a true calling and do good in the world and I aspire to do the same.
BridgeOverTroubledWaters
5 out of 5 stars
Loving this podcast
I just wanted to say how much I absolutely love this podcast. I’ve been catching up on them. Just finished (like 30 seconds ago) listening to the episode with Rich Dennis. It was amazing! I didn’t even know about the New Voices Fund. I have sort of supported Shea Moisture in the past but I am all the way in now. Luvvie is amazing and needed and just such an asset to this world. I learn something new with each episode. And...I’m hooked on the vitamin C serum.
Alana The Chandler
5 out of 5 stars
In love!!
Now it’s Monday Morning, and I need my Podcast fix....so you know I’m catching up on Rants and Randomness!! Oh and I’m new to Podcasts, but definitely feel in love with Luvvie’s personality and greats guests!!! I’m hooked and I don’t care!!! Keep up the great work!! You now have a faithful listener.
Darklawyergirl
5 out of 5 stars
Awesomely Lovely! (See what I did?) lol
It’s always a pleasure listening to this podcast. Luvvie’s humour and wit is refreshing; I also love how she shares about her Nigerian heritage. The episode with Yvette Noel-Schure was truly inspiring.
kimransom
5 out of 5 stars
"Epic" Podcast!
Really wonderful podcast that lifts the journey of leadership from the vantage and perspective of African American leaders. There are "keys" dropped here that can resonate with adults and teens alike. This podcast really gives you the inside scoop on the leadership journey - from childhood dreams to adult realities. Yes Luuvie! God(less) speed! - Kim Ransom (a ChiTown Girl)
Liberty Anne H.
5 out of 5 stars
Liberty
This podcast is amazing. I’m in love with the content, and everything that your doing here and promoting on this podcast. As a young black girl, this is one of my favorites to listen to and feel very inspired. Keep it up boo!!
The Kiki Geee
5 out of 5 stars
Stellar as expected
Time is limited so I don’t listen to many podcasts. Well that changes now! I’m subscribed and look forward to each new release of Rants and Randomness. Each one of these has given me something to reflect on for my life. I really love the format Luvvie follows with each one as well beginning with her top of mind R&Rs and then heading into the very frank interviews. Very well done. Entertaining and inspirational. 2/19/19 and I have to update this review. Luvvie has always had a way with words, but as this series progresses, you can hear and feel her skills as a thought-provoking interviewer evolve and shine. You can tell she selects guests whom she truly admires and respects because the discussions they have are revealing, heartfelt, and flow easily like water. Nothing but raves for Rants and Randomness - it’s a nice vitamin for the mind and spirit.
Mchltta
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing talks with some amazing women
Love love love
Glacier1975
5 out of 5 stars
From a fine person on Instagram
This would have never crossed into my life without a fine person I follow on IG. Listening to my first pod felt to me as if a magical door was opening. Inside, this new room I know I’ll find some amazing beautiful thoughts and ideas. I grew up near Chicago and decades before this woman. But, I do love shoes and I’m pretty sure her pod will be on my early rotation. It should be on yours, too.
QNgale
5 out of 5 stars
LOVE IT
I absolutely love this Podcast. Luvvie is the cool older cousin we all want (and need). I love the content, it gets me through boring and challenging days at work. I highly recommend her other Podcast as well. Also, if you haven’t read her book, do yourself a favor and get it. Luvvie is amazing, I hope to meet her one day.
Lisa "TFW Passion" W.
5 out of 5 stars
Phenomenal
I just found this podcast today and I’ve been listening all morning. The episode with Yvette Noel-Schure had me in tears! Luvvie is amazing and Yvette was so real and honest. Two beautiful women sharing love and respect. I love the positivity of this podcast. Thank you Luvvie! 🥰🥰😍
GenMakay
5 out of 5 stars
QUEEN MOTHER
Luvvie, I am a lifetime fan. Your podcast has lifted my mood when I was at my lowest. I think you are an extremely smart, hilarious goat( Team Capricorn) full of insightful commentary. Thank you for the work that you do. Thank you for being authentically you in the process of doing your work. This is definitely one of the best podcast of all time! I highly recommend.
amozes3345
5 out of 5 stars
Listen to this!
Luvvie is like the friend you talk to who keeps you laughing, is always telling you something new and interesting, but also doesn’t shy away from talking about the state of things in our country. I love this podcast. I’m either nodding my head the whole time in agreement or laughing. Always look forward to it!
fairycurlmother
5 out of 5 stars
Giving Me All of The Life On The Daily
I just want to say that your podcast gives me life! I just listened to your bonus episode of Social Etiquette & girl I'm like yep, that's exactly how I feel. As an entrepreneur & a woman of color moving through this world, I love listening to all of your perspectives about business & life. And you're absolutely hilarious. Keep shining queen!!!! Thank you for always telling the truth 🌻
Stassi_J
5 out of 5 stars
Worth every second!
I’m addicted to Jesus & Jollof, so I decided to binge listen to this podcast over Winter break because I knew nothing about it (wasn’t really into podcasts before Jesus & Jollof). THIS was probably the most productive thing I’ve done for my life this last 6 weeks or so. Every episode gives so much great info in interviews with people that I knew nothing about doing so many ah-maxing things. I am empowered to make moves towards goals that have been sitting in the back of my mind and encouraged to stay the course in the positive things I’m trying to achieve, all while learning so many life lessons every time I tune in. I can’t wait to hear and learn more.
Fee714
5 out of 5 stars
Thank you!!
I work in the social service field as a supervisor and it is beyond stressful. Your podcast has become a part of my self care in the morning on my way to work! I appreciate your genuine care and love for black culture, your rants and your randomness!! YOU ARE DOPE!!! Much blessings
catsammy
4 out of 5 stars
Rich Denise Episode- great!
I loved this episode. I learned so much! I wanted more! I wish you would do more full length episodes talking to entrepreneurs.
Dannesays 💖
5 out of 5 stars
Dope Ness
Instant fan after listening to the own your/the narrative episode. It makes you want to buy the block and be great. S/O to you!!!!!
Sexiky
5 out of 5 stars
Black Girl Coming up for air
I have been drowning and didn’t even know it. I appreciate this podcast for being the voice that we have never had. Luvvie you rock! Thank you for your truths, your genuineness and laughter! My God the laughter! You are what the world needs!
MissAMitch
5 out of 5 stars
Always learning!
Listening to this podcast has totally expanded the things I’m exposed to in the small world around me. Through this podcast I have become a fan of Bozoma Saint John, Amanda Seales and many other awesome people of color who I wouldn’t have previously known about. Luvvie is entertaining, educated and down to earth. She will become your friend in your head if you listen long enough. This quickly became one of my favorite podcasts.
Erica Bantom
5 out of 5 stars
Phenomenal!!!
Luvvie is absolutely my best friend in my head! Rants and Randomness is funny educational and thought provoking. Luvvie’s guests have opened up a whole new world of people for me to follow and support!!! I recommend it everyone I talk to!!
j_l_king
5 out of 5 stars
She’s is such a big deal!!
Luuvie’s spirit is amazing!! I love that she ask her guest what they do for self-care ❤️
JUMMIEOG
5 out of 5 stars
Aaaaammmmmmaaaazing podcast
So luvvie I am your Nigerian sister from another mother lol found out about you on your other podcast Jesusandjollof which is the best funniest podcast of our time shout out to Yvonne. I have to give you kudos though you are amazing I have gotten to know more amazing people on this platform. I listen to rants and randomness while waiting for the next episode of jesusandjollof to drop. Many blessings sis great to see our Nigerian sisters killing it ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
4 Eyes, All Ears
5 out of 5 stars
The voice we need!
I love listening to Luvvie! She cracks me up but more importantly gives me the tough love I need. Every week she says something that I carry with me long after the podcast.
sabochoa
5 out of 5 stars
Straight 🔥🔥🔥
Last week, I happened upon Luvvie’s TED Talk “Get Comfortable With Being Uncomfortable”. Ever since, I have become obsessed. This podcast is everything we needed without actually knowing that we needed it. I’ve learned so much from Luvvie and her awesome guests- I actually take notes each time I listen! So happy to be a new member of LuvvNation ❤️
Finetuneyourproduct
5 out of 5 stars
We all need to let it out.
I want to thank you for your openess about seeking a therapist. The stigma behind thearaphy needs to sit in the past.In today's busy world very few people have time to listen but the need to unpack all the burdens we carry are is bigger than ever. So, thank you for normalizing the need to talk in a safe space. Heck, the first thing I'm getting my adopted kids is a therapist. Much love from an NBA (Nigerian, British American)
CLSmooth10
5 out of 5 stars
Gets no better!
Absolutely amazing podcast! A little something for every.
Irie Moon
5 out of 5 stars
Addicted to Ms Luvvie
I discovered Luvvie on accident. I was perusing the podcasts and started listening to someone else's interview with her, which got me instantly hooked on her. I went down a rabbit hole of listening to every episode available during my work days. I've laughed, I've teared up, I've nodded in agreement, I've become such a fan.
Tangielove
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
I am in love with the content, the constant talk of connecting our African pride with our African American pride. I have searched all over LA for Nigerian events and jollof. I found an Halloween party super excited. Also thank you for introducing me to Afrobeats, it’s so dope!!! #keepitup
Sweet Mag 9
5 out of 5 stars
Nothing but love!
This podcast is good for my soul. In the past 30 days I was on a fast from hanging out, social media and the news because I needed a break from it all so I took the time to reset and refocus. During my time off, I listened to all of the Rants and Randomness episodes and honey child you were the mint lemonade that my soul needed...totally refreshing. I love everything about this podcast from the topics to the guests to the rants and of course you Luvvie. Thank you for enlightening conversations and so many things to think about!
linlin738
5 out of 5 stars
Love love love
I had tried listening to podcasts before but none have held my attention enough to subscribe to them besides Luvvie. Love how relatable she is and I find myself laughing, getting forced to think about issues that I sometimes ignore and most importantly I always leave inspired
Mac katas
5 out of 5 stars
Love Luvie!
This is a new fav! I will listen as long as she keep creating this awesome podcast!
SoniaelNicole
5 out of 5 stars
LuvvNation Newbie
So where have I been?! How have I been missing all this greatness! So I found this through Jesus & Jollof and I immediately just subscribed to everything! You are nothing short of amazing and your voice is so necessary for our generation! Side eye sorceress you go girl! I’m loving all things Luvvie and this black girl magic! ❤️ Keep doing you!
zeestar123
5 out of 5 stars
Saving Edges was EVERYTHING!
This was such a good episode and totally spoke to me. I cut off my locks earlier this year and I am rocking a very short natural. This episode was so encouraging, as well as hilarious from the very beginning with Luuvie commentary all the way through the very end. I really felt the natural hair love!
EBONY_NO_IVORIE
5 out of 5 stars
Luvv it
Absolutely the best mix of knowledge and humor..
EssenceofMe.com
5 out of 5 stars
I stumbled and don’t want to get up!
I don’t know how I found this amazing podcast but I’m so glad I did! It is funny, informative, thought-provoking, entertaining, and it is doused in black girl magic. I pray your readership and sponsorships exceeds your wildest expectation. Because we all need a little more Luvvie in our lives. ❤️
KeyLeo85
5 out of 5 stars
Sunshine in my earbuds
This is such a feel good show! I love it. You really are the Oprah of interwebs got me remembering my spirit and whatnot
Trey0000001
1 out of 5 stars
Not for African Americans just regular Africans
Stop commenting on the African american experience if you never went through what we have to endure and your smuck about I️t read some books and do some traveling to the museum in Washington.
SHOELVR
5 out of 5 stars
Get👏🏾ya👏🏾life👏🏾
I listen to a lot of podcasts but I only subscribe to 4 Luvvie is the voice in my ears for 2 of them Rants and Randomness and Jesus and Jollof. The truly thoughtful perspective on a mass spectrum of topics, the humor and learning is on point. Got me lightweight stalking her on all the medias and I bought her book for myself and several others. Subscribe!
Elle Mazing
5 out of 5 stars
The Best!
I have a number of podcasts in my library. However, I’ve only listened to both of A.Luvvie’s podcasts. This girl is funny, raw, real and super smart and her guests are equally the same. I have learned so much from all of them. I have a favorite guest but I won’t reveal that. :) I listened to the podcasts on my commute to and from work. And now that I am done I don’t know what to do with that time. One day my phone was telling me that an episode wasn’t available for listening, I almost cried because I did not want to listen to music on my way home. Awesomely Luvvie, keep being the inspiration that we all need. To anyone if you haven’t already please download and listen, you will love this!
NatSimmo
5 out of 5 stars
Unknown besties
Whenever I’m listening to R&R or J&J I feel like I’m listening to myself and my best friend having one of our hours long conversations. I have people looking at me like I need to be committed from the random outbursts of laughter or “You better that” that spews from my mouth as I’m walking around in public or sitting next to my husband at home with my headphones in. Thank you for creating these platforms for us to kick it with our best friend who doesn’t know she’s our best friend.
UrFaveSouthernBelle
5 out of 5 stars
So real. So good.
I want to be Luvvie's friend!!!
msbellareese722
5 out of 5 stars
Love Luvvie!!
I am generally not an avid podcast listener. It’s not something that ever truly appealed to me even though I am one of those people who needs to ensure I have something uplifting coming out of my headphones as a complement to my people watching on my train commute every morning. Since this podcast dropped, I literally haven’t missed an episode! I loved Luvvie before this podcast, and I’m sure I will once she has soared on. I appreciate the authenticity that is exuded in every possible way with this podcast. I know that’s THE reason it has kept my attention and why I enjoy it. So much of our daily lives are filled with shenanigans, inequities, and people acting like they’re down for the love all people cause, when they are really not. But, Luvvie and her guests are the exact opposite, and that is gold to me....solid gold! Keep up the great work!! We are holding you down in these DMV streets!
CurlPhreak
5 out of 5 stars
You’re Saving Lives Out here
I love this podcast as well as all things Luvvie! I’m ordering the book now as I’m typing this. I love how transparent you are and the guests you feature are ALL amazing. (I’m low key jealous of Voltron) Keep doing your thang I am super proud of you and all of your accomplishments.
SDJ99
5 out of 5 stars
Lovin’ Luvvie
I’m loving my play-cousin’s podcast! I enjoy being introduced to new people as well as learning more about those we’ve already been following (shout out to “Jesus and Jollof”). Luvvie always asks her guests what they’re doing for self-care. My answer? Listening to this podcast. And getting pedicures 😊.
curls.i.do.adore
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie (and this podcast) are everything!!
Been a fan of Luvvie for years now, but this podcast adds a whole ‘nother layer of respect! So authentic, so fresh— but keeps it real simple with the structure of this podcast. I know exactly what I’m gonna get and I love love LOVE, that she asks every guest about self-care!!!
kck rox
5 out of 5 stars
Love it
Found this podcast by chance. Funny, fresh, grown, but not overly serious. I Added this to my collection of grown woman podcasts to listen to. Keep it coming sis😊
CarieB614
5 out of 5 stars
What are you waiting for??
This is LUVVIE! Her podcast is so entertaining, insightful, and real. I will caution you to be careful while listening and driving because she will have you falling over in laughter!!💜💜💜
DaLionsQueen
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie is EVERYTHING!
Her voice is necessary in this day and time as is her humor. Me love she!
Schooly C
5 out of 5 stars
"You don't 'civil' your way to justice." GENIUS.
My kids think I have a problem. When I'm working in my house with my headphones on, all they hear is me shouting "preach" and "mic drop" and "um-hmmmm." They shake their heads at me, but how can someone stay silent when listening to Luvvie's wisdom and insight? She puts my thoughts into words and make me feel validated, powerful, and hopeful. Her last episode is about the difference between kindness and niceness when it comes to protest. "You don't 'civil' your way to justice" is a line that will resonate with me forever. Keep preaching, Luvvie. We are listening and loving!
Alkema J.
5 out of 5 stars
Life!
Can I say after hearing you on The Patrice Washington podcast and then listening to your podcast, I must say I AM HERE FOR IT ALL! 👸🏾💕.
enlight€ned
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
You are amazing Luvvie. Your book made me laugh and cry at our current state. Such an enlightening read.
Kay Elle Bee M
5 out of 5 stars
🤩🔥🤩🔥🤩
I read her book, I follow her on FB and IG, I’m subscribed and listen to BOTH of her podcasts, like every episode. I feel like a stalker! Luvvie is UH-MAY-ZING and just naturally witty and funny. Get into all of what she has to share. P.s. Luvvie, I’ve never had jollof but I definitely want to try it thanks to you lol
michries
5 out of 5 stars
Luv it!!!
Love the content and I appreciate the knowledge shared by the guests!!!
_TazTv
5 out of 5 stars
Tears of Knowledge
It’s sooooooo freaking amazing to listen to people who just CARE! Amazing women and men who want to change the world and give back. They don’t do it for the acknowledgement of themselves but to leave legacy and better lives of others. I seriously cry every episode to hear people who care. Love me some Luvvie 💕😭
Chai_tea_latte
5 out of 5 stars
Badassboz episode
My two favorite west African gals chat it up and inspire us to be unafraid. I want to be a part of this squad, doing big things! And sorry luvvie, Ghana jollof is better!
Aiissatou
5 out of 5 stars
Informative|Inspiring|Funny|Dope
Y’all I always look forward to new episodes (been here uhhumm). This podcast is so informative, inspiring, and just brilliant honestly. Thanks for all that you do Luvvie😘
Ma-to the-dea
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie is Errythang!!!!!
I look forward to every podcast. I'm always stalking her FB page to see when the next one will post! Lololol. Love the rants, conversations, the randomness, and all of the side-eye sorcery!
Jeremy Allen garza
5 out of 5 stars
So proud of you!
My rice levels are low, where is the best Jollof in Dallas ,Texas ?
Rhoda20
5 out of 5 stars
New to LuvNation
Saw the TedTalk and so it began.... 3hours later I’m subscribed to the podcast, following on instagram and preparing to order the book🤷🏾♀️
Adornment Queen
5 out of 5 stars
This is Nice!
A midwestern follower who enjoys your commentary. Your encouragement to speak your mind is so motivating! Can't wait to meet you face to face. Thanks for being an global advocate! Where's the jolloff o!
BethyBeth New Orleans
5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant, Hilarious, Heart-warming, Inspiring
Luvvie does NOT play. Well, actually, she is super playful and hilarious, and has an innate knack for dropping deep knowledge in a way that is funny, inspiring, heartfelt and authentic, all without condescension, pretension or shaming. I am a white woman who learns so much from her and her truly incredible cast of guests. I feel like I make new friends on every episode. Thank you Luvvie for all of your work, this podcast really has an incredible, positive impact on my life.
Kiyoko80
5 out of 5 stars
The best !
One of the realest podcast I’ve ever listened to. Thank you for sharing with the world.
liabfe
5 out of 5 stars
Relatable! Honest! Genuine! Funny! REAL
Love this series. Awesome woman. Inspirational
This Side Eye Sorceress is it
5 out of 5 stars
I Love Luvvie!!!
This Side Eye Sorceress is always on point. I love her! Her views are provocative, insightful, and thought provoking. I look forward to EVERY session she drops. Luvvie has a fan and supporter for life in me. Looking forward to seeing her at Essence. Keep doing a good work sister!
Tiger Tasha8
5 out of 5 stars
Edges Rightfully Snatched!
YES! YES! YES! Ms. Jenifer Lewis. This woman is phenomenal! Luvvie, THANK YOU for this interview. There has not been one episode where I have not taken several gems. Jenifer Lewis gave us an ENTIRE rainbow of gems!! I’m working on my own ‘glow up’! This podcast helped me GET MY ENTIRE LIFE!!
heemennah
5 out of 5 stars
A Sushi Roll of Greatness
I came across this podcast and so glad I did. It makes me laugh, it makes me think- it’s a Sushi Roll of greatness all rolled into one 🙌🏼
Speclkay
5 out of 5 stars
wordsmith extraordinaire
luvie beings so much truth, positivity, and an extensive vocabulary! you will not be disappointed!
sweat4now
5 out of 5 stars
I'm Addicted
Her energy is EVERYTHING! Can't wait for the next episode!
tunefullysaved
5 out of 5 stars
Love this podcast
I’ve been looking for a podcast that is positive,uplifting,smart,funny and real. Well here it is and I’m loving it. I’m new to your podcast but I will recommend this to everyone that I know.
MissTA88
5 out of 5 stars
Literally Awesomely Luvvie
I can’t say enough good things about this podcast. It’s so smart and responsible. Every episode is nothing less than a well if wisdom. Luvvie has BEEN the bomb, and these guests she have are equally bomb. I look forward to all the great things to come!
Shonda Brown White
5 out of 5 stars
Dope, Inspiring, and Real
I’ve been a fan of Luvvie’s for awhile now and this podcast is the perfect fit for my life right now. Luvvie is known for keeping it 100 and I love that she invites guests on who are committed to doing the same - being real - whether it’s sharing their journey, wins, and their ups and downs. Not to mention, she has a great radio voice! Thank you Luvvie for just being you.
Shanina84
5 out of 5 stars
Simply Amazing!!!
I ❤️this podcast! Simply well done!
Charismatic 22
5 out of 5 stars
5 Star Podcast
I’ve been following Luvvie’s blog and social media accounts for several years, purchased and read her book, and watched her YouTube video. I thoroughly enjoy her voice and insight. I was HYPED to hear that she was coming out with a podcast. Rants and Randomness does not disappoint. Her podcast is enlightening, educational and hilarious! It inspires me to do better.
AEGDVM17
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
I look forward to each and every episode. Luvvie is an amazing women, and I learn new ways of thinking in not just her podcasts but blog and other platforms as well. She has a wonderful way of making you think through humor.
La Eve!
5 out of 5 stars
The Side Eye Sorceress!!!!
Luvvie is the voice of a generation.
HViddy
5 out of 5 stars
The best!
See above.
KatemelDream
5 out of 5 stars
Thank you!
I’m new to podcasts and eventually want to start one of my own. After following her on Twitter and watching her TED Talk, I am sooo happy she’s giving us weekly doses of Luvvie! The interviews on this show are phenomenal as well !
KeliBC
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome
Listening to Luvvie is like sitting around with a sister girlfriend!
Truly_Tricia
5 out of 5 stars
Just as amazing as ever
Luvvie is as honest, snarky, hilarious and genuine and she is on her site, her social media and her book! I love listening to her talk through important issues and topics that, as a 30 year old white girl, I need to not only pay attention to, but connect to and learn from. Thank you Luvvie!
Free Spirit Naturalista
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely love Luvvie!
I truly enjoyed the most recent episode with Jenifer Lewis. Gems were dropped and I was picking them up!!
tara masterson
5 out of 5 stars
A “must” subscribe!
Luvvie continues to expand her empire and her podcast is a welcome addition to my ‘subscribed to’ list. She’s as funny as she is serious, inquisitive and informative. She leads great conversations and has a fantastic voice that makes her entertaining to listen to.
Sweets224
5 out of 5 stars
Great
Good listen wit great information
Whatpaigeisit
5 out of 5 stars
INSPIRING
I absolutely looooove listening to this podcast! Being biracial and seeing so much love and support for black women on here is amazing and inspiring. It’s also like listening to an Aunt who gives it to you straight 🙌🏼
K to the...
5 out of 5 stars
Learning new things!
Luv has guests I’ve heard of, but didn’t know their story. Also, because of episode 2’s guest, Myleik, I now listen to The Daily podcast. So informative.
Deucediva
5 out of 5 stars
Love this Podcast
I’m thoroughly enjoying the conversations between Luvvie and her guest.
Bdead
5 out of 5 stars
BEYOND LOVE FOR LUVVIE
LUVVIE has a brilliant way of helping us hold the mirror up to help us see our selves! She also gives us amazing advice and tough love that inspires us to be our best!!!! One of my favorite beings on earth!!!! Keep Killing it LUVVIE!!!! Love, Peace, & She Butter, Jasmine
Thebrokeblackchick
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Love Her
I have been waiting for her to do a podcast every since I first heard her talk about her book with Myleik! She is all that an a bag of chips. She gives me life in every episode.
Charmy_stl
5 out of 5 stars
Simply Thank You
I’ve been an iPhone user for 10 years and has the podcast app for years, so I knew I wanted to listen to podcasts, even started following a few but never listened. When you introduced your podcast, I was like “yaaasss!”. Now I’m listing to you and everyone you’ve interviewed so far. I even added The Daily to my morning routine. So thank you.
Amani Rakeia
5 out of 5 stars
I LOVE LUVVIE.❤️
The realest & rawest podcast ever. Definitely not your typical podcast, but everything you’ve ever needed. I listen to podcasts in the car & I feel like I have a friend I’m having the best conversations with. KEEP THEM COMING. I NEED THESE DAILY. Love you LUVVIE! — Truest & realest fan.
DoubleOh_7
5 out of 5 stars
Hooked!!
Just listened to the 1st two episodes and I’m hooked! So much realness and inspiration is shared in each episode. I haven’t read her book yet but this podcast just proved that I have been missing out, honey!
O?Really?
5 out of 5 stars
I LUV this conversation 🙅🏾♀️
I’ve always enjoyed Luvvie Ajayi on the inter webs and her book is great. The conversation she had about how Black Panther is a bridge and can bring about dialogue within the diaspora is on point. I look forward to more.
Deja777777777
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast
Luvvie is hilarious and I can't get enough of this podcast!!!
EbbyTheFree
5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant
Nothing short of brilliant
TeeYounghpu22
5 out of 5 stars
Love this podcast❣️❣️❣️
I'd never heard of Luvvie until about February and I'm now a huge fan of her and her podcast! She's awesome, brilliant, and someone who makes me think more as an 18 year old about to go off to college! #BlackGirlMagic 😊😊
freedomfive
5 out of 5 stars
From Mount Holyoke College with Love
I got to meet Luvvie when she came to Mount Holyoke as the KeyNote speaker for Black History Month. She was brilliant ! I’m so happy I can continue to hear from her through this podcast!
Kelliann217
5 out of 5 stars
Love the format!
I love the format of the show. Great insights, lots of humor, and very good guests!
ArtistNDaSkies
5 out of 5 stars
SO GOOD!
I legit never make it through an entire podcast but I made it through yours!!! Your voice is soothing and makes me feel like I’m talking to my homegirl! Keep them coming!
Carman_Sandiego
5 out of 5 stars
Inspiring Me with these amazing interviews
Listen here. Get my life together with this podcast. Feed my soul with its buttery goodness. I I was stalking the podcast app like umm when will there be a new episode and then BOOM #2 drops. This is definitely in my top 5 podcasts to listen to while at work, home, and running errands.
Loveeeelt
5 out of 5 stars
NoirPixieDust
Luvvie is like the best friend that keeps it real and loves and supports you through your struggles!
MariaFenton
5 out of 5 stars
Inspirational
There is so much to love about Luvvie. She’s like that smart cousin that everyone hinges their decision to attend a family function on. Luvvie’s going to be at the christening? Never mind I haven’t been to church since Obama’s first inauguration, I’m in. And so there you have it. I’m in. All in. Congrats and thank you for been so damned excellent, Luvvie!!
365Eurika
5 out of 5 stars
It’s Luvvie, of course it’s Amazing
Luvvie is smart, expressive, articulate and most importantly real. She shares gems that can be utilized in everyone’s lives and random tidbits that made me holla! Thanks for sharing another part of your world!
OG. Ari
5 out of 5 stars
Go Luvvi!!!!!
So proud of you!
Brianna Cunningham
5 out of 5 stars
Love it ✨
I absolutely love this podcast so far! The content is so genuine. I look forward to listening to more podcasts.
labelqueen4life
5 out of 5 stars
Breath of fresh and fun air
Enjoying everything about this podcast, can’t wait to see it grow!! Great job.
Jessica C!!
5 out of 5 stars
She is EVERYTHING !!!
I found this beauty dropping gems on TED talk and I haven’t stopped following her on every platform!! I’m super excited to support and listen to you!!! Pure motivation
Mz Ravey
5 out of 5 stars
Finally!
I have been a fan of Luvvies for a long time & I’m glad she is finally stepping into the podcast world with her current platform. From a technical standpoint I love her voice & I am excited to hear her upcoming topics.
imonmyway
5 out of 5 stars
Love this!
I love Luvvie! She’s both transparent, and hilarious!
PrettyGirl20
5 out of 5 stars
Love Luvvie
I love hearing your voice. It’s like I’m listening to my girlfriend. I’m so very proud of you. I can’t wait to hear more from you and your casts of GroupMe dreamers.
HITSalesManager
5 out of 5 stars
SO much good!!
Best time spent listening today! Positive and honest - Luvvie and her reallness is life giving! ✅
👻 Kyren
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
Luvvie is so interesting and just brilliant! Her personality is awesome, and she makes every episode amazing. I can't get enough of this!
Mair-ee
5 out of 5 stars
Refreshing!
Luvvie is freakin’ amazing. She produces great and original content. This podcast is so refreshing and I love her comedic tone!
Dr. Marsie Ross
5 out of 5 stars
The dopest!
This chic is everything and so authentic in the truth. Keeps me laughing and tooting my lips at the same time saying “hmmm mmmm..i know that’s right!”
Brielafrie
5 out of 5 stars
Love it!
Funny and insightful! Wakanda Forever!
LexiSkywalker
5 out of 5 stars
Cause it’s Black History Month all Year
You may know Luvvie from her hilarious blog and television recaps and her amazing book! You need to get on it and listen to this hilarious podcast.
KieKieB
5 out of 5 stars
A great podcast
I loved the the 1st episode from start to finish. Luvvie was engaging and the show had a nice flow. She is totally relatable, engaging and her subject matter was interesting. I felt like I was part of her “group chat”. We could totally be friends. ✊🏾
JSouffle
5 out of 5 stars
👩🏿⚖️If Truth Was a Person...
She would be Luvvie! Ms. Ajayi is the voice America (and the world) needs right now. She is holding court, and everyone and everything will be given her judgement.
Ms. Fe B
5 out of 5 stars
Issa Bout Time!
So the question is why did it take so long for the side-eye sorceress extraordinaire to have a podcast? Luvvie Ajayi gives us life with her insightfully hilarious and eerily spot on commentary about ery’ thing! I religiously read her blog, refer to her do good manual “I’m Judging You”, and follow her on all SM platforms. Now I get to hear her voice as she reads us all and guess what? I 👏🏾 am👏🏾 here 👏🏾 for 👏🏾 it! Episode 1 is everything I expected from Luvvie and more! Yaassssss! #LuvvNation
cwright
5 out of 5 stars
Finally!!!
I’ve been a fan of Luvvie’s blog for years, and am so excited that I can now tune in to her podcast! She always gives me something to think & laugh about with regards to current topics. Can’t wait more shows!
VABaby78
5 out of 5 stars
Subscribe!
Fresh, smart, honest and often humorous look at our world. Looking forward to more episodes. I really enjoyed her takes on Black Panther and social media on Valentine's Day, as well as her interview.
Chrisinebronstein
5 out of 5 stars
listen to this and subscribe to learn and enjoy
Luvvie has an amazing perspective and voice! Im so excited she chose to do a podcast!!🎉💥🔥
MBC💟☮️
5 out of 5 stars
Lifting as we climb
I was an early buyer of “I’m Judging You,” including multiple copies to give to friends. Now I’m excited to be an early listener of Rants and Randomness. Terrific interview with Eunique Jones! The best part to me was Luvvie showing some sisterly accountability for self-care by asking Eunique what she’s doing to take care of her physical, mental and energy wellness. Eunique had to pause. Great moment of self-awareness and #blackgirlmagic love. The vibe, intellectual nimbleness, humor, content — all DOPE! I will be sharing this podcast with my network. Thanks, Ms. Ajayi, for lifting others as you climb. Keep learning and soaring! ~Michele Booth Cole, Silver Spring, MD
The PAWNSTORMER
5 out of 5 stars
🙌🏾🙏🏾✊🏾
I’ve always loved Luvvie’s writing style. Her creativity, humor and honesty is something to appreciate, and now we get all of that and even more with this podcast! I’m super excited for you and after the listening to the first episode I know you’re about to bring the people what they need to hear. Much respect and much love! ✊🏾
Koils by Nature
5 out of 5 stars
Awesomeness!!
Luvvie really has the Midas touch! I am excited about this amazing podcast and the dope guests she will have on! Black Excellence 🙅🏿♀️
Hrrdidfhd
5 out of 5 stars
What’s Not To Love!
I have been anxiously awaiting this podcast and Luvvie did not disappoint! Excited to be on this new journey with you.
Liso787
5 out of 5 stars
Trust black women! Trust Luvvie
Y’all just know Luvvie is black girl magic. 🙌🏿✊🏿🙅🏿♀️ #wakandaforever
Mdagraca
5 out of 5 stars
Perfect addition to my weekly podcast line up!
As always you deliver! So great to hear your voice in this capacity!
unLEESH
5 out of 5 stars
It’s Luvvie... sooo...
We already know it’s going to be ha-ha & kee-kee hilarious, full of no-holds-barred pettiness & realness. I’m just gonna leave these 5 stars here NOW so I don’t have to come back.
Bklynrica326
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie Delivers
Don’t listen if you want fake news and commentary. Sista tell truth!!!!
MusikLuvvver3
5 out of 5 stars
Love Luvvie’s podcast
I thoroughly enjoyed the debut of this podcast and anticipating the next episode. Luvvie has a way of approaching what the world is talking about in a unique, funny, and insightful way that is all her own. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
westerner
5 out of 5 stars
CRUSHED IT
LUVVIE you DID THIS. So excited for more !!!
JazzyRosè
5 out of 5 stars
A BOP!
If you love a bit of political commentary mixed in with pop culture and a pinch of ratch and some Nigerian flavor then you have come to the right place my friend! Luuvie will give u your much needed life and make your heart full of laughter and jollof rice! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
tosh4ever
5 out of 5 stars
Luvvie is bae!
I’ve been waiting for her to drop this podcast since I discovered her awesomely Luvvie blog! She’s super insightful, funny as hell and one of the most gorgeous chocolate women ever! You won’t be disappointed 😊
Zuly422
5 out of 5 stars
There's nothing random about Luvvie!!!!
I already knew this was going to be amazing bc Luvvie is just that! I've read her book 3x and will probably read it again because her words are truth and inspiring! In this day and age her words are so needed!! I told my friends they MUST subscribe or we can't be friends no more!!! Congratulations Luvvie!!!! Continued success and blessings!! xx
BraxMed
5 out of 5 stars
BLACK EXCELLENCE
Luvvie Ajayi taking over for the NINE NIIIIIIIIINE *twerks* Crownie loves you! Seriously, this is everything we need at the exact time we need it. Relevant. Real. Revolutionary! Come THROUGH, Luvv!
Emms25
5 out of 5 stars
IM READDDDYYYYYY
I’ve been looking for a new podcast and my auntie has a podcast???? WHETTTTT? I’m ready for the original side eye sorceress
Desiré from Cincy
5 out of 5 stars
Even Before the First Episode...
I cannot wait to listen to this podcast. Luvvie has a knack and a talent for dropping truth bombs in such a poignantly funny way that you HAVE to listen to what she has to say. I’m so excited to add this podcast to my regular rotation.
Igho E
5 out of 5 stars
Looking forward to this!!!👏🏽
I absolutely loved the “...the do better manual”😂. Can’t wait to see this play out. Blessings Luvvie
Sheree Alyce
5 out of 5 stars
The show I didn’t even know I was waiting for!!
Luvvie!! I’ve been needing more of you in my life and here it is!! I already know you’re coming with it! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!
lrnoirb
5 out of 5 stars
Excited
I’m so looking forward to Luvvie’s Podcast.
deesigner
5 out of 5 stars
Already Excited About The Possibility Of The Greatness To Come!
I am HUGE fan of listening to engaging and entertaining Podcasts for my long commutes and frequent travels and I can’t be more excited to have “Cousin Luvvie” share her wit and wisdom on this platform. I’m already tickled at the idea of the shenanigans to come!
Cloudy_Hollow_
5 out of 5 stars
Here.For.It.
So fantastic to follow the work of L.A. -from her book to her social media platforms...having a podcast totally makes sense. Time to glue those baby edges down and tune in🙌🏾
Ck Hardin
5 out of 5 stars
Guru of Realness
Luvvie Ajayi is the Guru of realness! The Prophetess of overtly hilarious consciousness and accountability! If you haven’t read her book “I’m Judging You: The Do Better Manual” you are missing out on discovering your righteousness as a human being!
A black young man in America
5 out of 5 stars
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 It’s Lit!
We have the rating stand at 5.5 for the first 4 years of this podcast because Luvvie is 🔥🔥!! #AnnointedWithSuyaPepe
iPhone 4S on Sprint
5 out of 5 stars
I already know...
I already know the greatness that is Luvvie Ajayi. Excellence is as excellence does. Luvvie’s blog...excellent. Luvvie’s TED Talk...excellent. Luvvie’s book...all kinds of excellent. Luvvie’s podcast...sure to be excellent too. So I have no compunction What. So. Ever. about writing a preemptive 5-star review. I’ve already subscribed and I’ll be listening. Thanks for doing this, Luvvie. Many of us have been waiting a long time for it. ~D. Rashaan #TittySprinkles #UnbossedAndUnbothered
Atrix80
5 out of 5 stars
Yaaassss
Luvvie Is the TRUTH!! I love her personality!!! She is a wordsmith and truly speaks for The Culture!! I am ready of AllaDis!!!
Hardrict
5 out of 5 stars
🔥🔥🔥 We Already Know 🔥🔥🔥
Luvie is nothing short of brilliant! I can’t wait to hear her side eye firing from the podcast-ousphere!! Everybody should and shall now down to this queen!! So geeked!
Podcast information
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- 109
- Subscribers
- 17
- Verified
- No
- Website
- Explicit content
- No
- Episode type
- episodic
- Podcast link
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- Last upload date
- May 2, 2023
- Last fetch date
- June 4, 2023 7:43 PM
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- MONTHLY
- Author
- Luvvie Ajayi Jones
- Copyright
- 2018-2023 Luvvie Ajayi Jones | Awe Luv Media
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- Revel in Your Joy - Little Troublemaker Special Episode 5Today, Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess is out in the world. In this episode, Luvvie discusses the idea of returning to one's true self, specifically the pure and hopeful version of oneself from childhood. She shares how this children’s book helped her reconnect with her younger self, and how writing the book has helped her inner child heal and learn to give herself grace and self-compassion. — What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS is available for NOW! Perfect for ages 4-8.0 comments0
- Draw More Trouble (with Joey Spiotto) - Little Troublemaker Special Episode 4Luvvie is joined by Joey Spiotto, her collaborator for LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS. With artworks now being commissioned by some of Hollywood's best, how did this former Little Troublemaker once get into trouble for his illustrations? And how did he get Little Luvvie's fade just right? Find out together with your little ones. -- What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS is available for preorder now, and drops into the world on May 2, 2023. Perfect for children ages 4 – 8, Luvvie shows kids that it’s okay to make mistakes, and delivers messages of empowerment and forgiveness – all lessons that are important to share with kids and the adults who love them.0 comments0
- Professional Troublemaker Apr 18 · 14m Affirm Yourself (the ABCs of Troublemaking)In this episode, Luvvie brings you the ABCs of Troublemaking, 26 words that are traits that every world changer should have. These affirmations are hype mantras, so feel free to listen in with your littles! What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS is available for preorder now, and drops into the world on May 2, 2023. Perfect for children ages 4 – 8, Luvvie shows kids that it’s okay to make mistakes, and delivers messages of empowerment and forgiveness – all lessons that are important to share with kids and the adults who love them.0 comments0
- Slay Forever (with Kylee Brown, a Little Troublemaker)Luvvie's interviews one of her favorite little troublemakers: 9 year old Kylee Brown. Luvvie and Kylee talk about what adults need to do more (or less of), life lessons and even some of Kylee's favorite things about herself. Kylee then gives the best pep talk anyone needs to hear. Her biggest advice to everyone listening: "Slay forever." It's an episode that is full of heart, love, and deep wisdom from a tiny rebel whose confidence inspires. Listen in! What happens when your big heart gets you in big trouble? Luvvie's first children's book LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS is available for preorder now, and drops into the world on May 2, 2023. Perfect for children ages 4 – 8, Luvvie shows kids that it’s okay to make mistakes, and delivers messages of empowerment and forgiveness – all lessons that are important to share with kids and the adults who love them.0 comments0
- Do Well (Letter to My Younger Self)Thinking about Little Luvvie. The 5-year old me who rocked gold chains, red lipstick and ruffles on her birthday and told people exactly what she wanted. The kid whose favorite phrase was “that’s not fair!” The tiny rebel who would get in trouble for her mouth, and was willing to as long as she knew it was what felt right. I wrote her a letter, of all I hope she knows and remembers. The Little Troublemaker. I was her. I am her. You might be her. You might be raising your own. Well, I wrote LITTLE TROUBLEMAKER MAKES A MESS for her. And you. Preorder Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess everywhere books are sold. Join Luvvie for the Troublemaker Tour, in Chicago, NYC and Virtually, kicking off April 28.0 comments0
- Get Your Money (from Rising Troublemaker: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens)It's book launch week, and RISING TROUBLEMAKER is finally out in the world! To hold you over until you can get a copy of RISING TROUBLEMAKER in your hands, today Luvvie is sharing a sneak peek of the audiobook version (that she narrated herself - it’s a whole new level of having Auntie Luvvie in your teen's ears to guide them.) She is sharing an excerpt from Chapter 8: Get Your Money on the podcast today because it’s so critical to adulting to get your money right. Enjoy! Links from the Episode Order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Join the #RisingTroublemaker Challenge! Learn more about the RISING TROUBLEMAKER Sponsorship Train! Sponsor copies of RISING TROUBLEMAKER for students in need of books Request copies of RISING TROUBLEMAKER for your class Connect with Luvvie Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. Order Luvvie’s Books Order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Go For It (with Zaila Avant-garde)In today’s episode of Professional Troublemaker, we’re focusing on a Rising Troublemaker. Rising Troublemakers are teens and young adults who are absolute game changers and are out there living their audacious lives and dreams right now. Today, Luvvie is talking to Zaila Avant-garde. Zaila is a multi-talented powerhouse, with success springing from all her endeavors - and all before the ninth grade. We got to know Zaila’s name when she won the Scripps National Spelling Bee - the first African American to win. But along with her triumph there, she holds three Guinness World Records for her basketball prowess and was named SportsKid of the year in 2021 by Sports Illustrated Kids Zaila is curious and driven and works hard. She knows what she wants to do and has the discipline and focus on going after it. Zaila and Luvvie talk about how she uses visualization to reach her goals, how she was able to harness the discipline she needs to reach those goals, and how she has developed confidence through doing. Connect with our Guest Follow Zaila on Instagram - @zailaavantgarde Connect with Luvvie Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. Order Luvvie’s Books Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Teach Them YoungThere are TOO many things that we didn’t learn as young people that we should have. Maybe the adults around us thought we were too young, or maybe the grown-ups in our lives didn’t have the time because they were also blindsided by what they did not know. Regardless, as adults, we've realized the mistakes we have made and how much we didn't know and want the kids we love to know better and do better. In this episode, Luvvie discusses the things she wishes she'd known as a teenager, and how these lessons led her to adapt her second New York Times bestselling book into Rising Troublemaker: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens. She shares how you can help give these valuable cheat codes to the teens in your life and how to help get this book in the hands of 5000 young adults. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order bulk books for teachers or teens in your life - books@aweluv.com Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. CONNECT WITH LUVVIE Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Professional Troublemaker Apr 13 · 1h 1m Trust Your Gut (with Lisa Price)Today on Professional Troublemaker, we are re-airing one of our most listened to episodes with the amazing Lisa Price, founder and president of Carol’s Daughter. With $100, her own kitchen, and a determination to follow her dream, Lisa grew her beloved hobby of creating fragrances, creams, and oils into a multimillion-dollar beauty empire. In 1994, she founded Carol’s Daughter, which is lovingly named for her mother. Initially, she started off with a handful of steady customers. Those numbers grew in leaps and bounds as women outside her neighborhood and circle of friends began to take notice. Lisa has been appointed as a member of the National Women’s Business Council, an independent source of advice and policy recommendations to the president, Congress, and the US Small Business Administration, on economic issues that face female business owners. She’s a mentor, leader, and inspiration, and this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. **** CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Carol’s Daughter Follow Lisa on Instagram - @IAmLisaPrice CONNECT WITH LUVVIE Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Answer Your Fear (with Esther Perel)Today on Professional Troublemaker, we're sharing a conversation from Luvvie's book tour in March of 2021. All the people Luvvie chose for this tour are those she considers professional troublemakers in their field. They exude excellence in everything they do, and this episode is a perfect example of that. Luvvie is talking to psychotherapist Esther Perel. Esther is one of today’s most insightful and original voices on modern relationships. She's a bestselling author, TED speaker and host of the hit podcasts Where Should We Begin? and How’s Work? She also has an amazing game that is also called Where Should We Begin? Esther is fluent in nine languages, and she coaches pairs around the world of all types on relationship dynamics. In this conversation, Esther and Luvvie talk about how fear shows up and how it speaks to us, how troublemakers answer fear, success and how it can inspire and potentially intimidate us, and how community makes us stronger. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Esther Perel - Website Follow Esther on Instagram - @EstherPerelOfficial Listen to Esther's podcasts Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence by Esther Perel The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity by Esther Perel Where Should We Begin?: A Game of Stories CONNECT WITH LUVVIE Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Make Your Voice Heard (with Stephanie L. Young)This week on Professional Troublemaker, we’re re-airing an encore episode that is extremely timely as we watch the confirmation hearings for Ketanji Brown Jackson, who will hopefully become the 116th Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court and the first Black woman to be appointed and confirmed as a justice. This amazing woman is a nominee because people went to the ballot box in 2020 (often in the face of enormous opposition) and voted to make their voices heard. And with mid-term elections coming up this fall, we need to hear today's podcast conversation again. Luvvie's guest is Stephanie L. Young. Stephanie currently serves as Executive Director at When We All Vote, a nonpartisan voting initiative launched by Michelle Obama. She has years of communication experience in the public and private sectors with organizations such as the Obama White House, Congressional Leadership, NBCUniversal, and BET. During our conversation, we discover what Stephanie’s childhood was like and how she started her career, how she was able to get a job at the Obama White House, and what she's doing now that has traces to what she used to do when she was younger. Part of being a disruptor for the greater good is making sure your voice is heard, and that you do what you can to speak up on behalf of the voiceless, so for us, this interview is as important now as it was when we aired it previously. CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Stephanie L. Young - Website Follow Stephanie on Instagram - @SLynnYoung When We All Vote CONNECT WITH LUVVIE Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Love Yourself More (with Devi Brown)In a world that feels too chaotic to be believed, we need to take a deep breath and find peace and healing. This encore episode with Devi Brown is the perfect remedy for the things happening in the world around us right now. Devi is the Chief Impact Officer at Chopra Global, and is certified in Primordial Sound Meditation, Spiritual Psychology and Energy Healing. After over a decade of working in hip hop entertainment as a radio and TV host, she answered her calling to become an advocate for women of color in the wellness space. Devi’s company KARMA BLISS is devoted to spiritual connection meant to aid in the healing of generational trauma. Through her best-selling book Crystal Bliss and her podcast Dropping Gems, Devi’s work is rooted in sharing tangible healing modalities for women of color that help support their full lives. This is a healing and beautiful conversation where Luvvie and Devi are talking all about how Devi transitioned from a huge career in hip-hop radio and broadcasting to doing the work she does today, why healing your inner child is vital (and how to go about doing it) and how we can find our way to our own spiritual practices. **** CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Devi's Website Follow Devi on Instagram - @devibrown Listen to Dropping Gems with Devi Brown Order Devi’s book, Crystal Bliss CONNECT WITH US Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Do Good Work (with Tiffany Aliche)If you’re looking for financial wisdom from someone who has truly built a life of financial and personal abundance, look no further than this episode. In this conversation that originally aired on Rants & Randomness, financial educator and New York Times bestselling author Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche is sharing financial and life wisdom with Luvvie. There’s no better teacher than lived experience, and Tiffany has been in the deep waters of debt herself. She went from being more than three hundred thousand dollars in debt, to having a positive, seven-figure net worth and she wants to help you to find financial freedom too. Tiffany and Luvvie are talking about how Tiffany created her business by paying attention to the things she loved talking about, how Tiffany has built multiple 7-figure businesses while putting the women she serves first, and how she prioritizes taking care of herself and models that for her employees. In this episode, **** LINKS FROM THE EPISODE Listen to Luvvie talk to Jubril Agoro CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Tiffany’s Website Follow Tiffany on Instagram - @thebudgetnista Join Live Richer Academy Order Tiffany’s book, Get Good with Money CONNECT WITH US Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Be the Friend You NeedFriendship is a verb. It requires action. Friendship requires honesty, accountability, and action. This world is too crazy to walk through alone. So if you're trying to disrupt for the greater good, you're gonna need this backup. People tend to throw the term friendship around frivolously, but not Luvvie. In this solo episode, Luvvie expands on a conversation she started on Glennon Doyle’s podcast and discusses the critical role friends play in our lives. Luvvie shares her definition of what it means to be a friend and the weight that word carries for her and how to end a friendship in a grace-filled way. Luvvie also answers questions submitted by her audience and tackles the question of whether Black women and white women can be friends. There's so much goodness in this episode, and we hope as a result of listening you reach out to a friend who matters to you. Investing in your relationships is something that will keep rewarding you for the rest of your life. So be the friend that you would like to have. **** LINKS FROM THE EPISODE Telling the Truth of Who We Are with Luvvie Ajayi Jones - We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle Are Your Friendships Draining or Charging You? with Luvvie Ajayi Jones - We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle Brown Girl Jane Plant-Based Products - USE CODE LUVV15 for 15% OFF About the Heartbreak of America’s Choice - Awesomely Luvvie.com White Women Need to Get Their Shit Together - Awesomely Luvvie.com CONNECT WITH LUVVIE Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Professional Troublemaker Feb 23 · 1h 24m Make Deep Connections (with Myleik Teele)How many times in our lives have we said NO to YES things because we’ve convinced ourselves that we are not the best or not good enough? How many times have we wondered if we are charging what we are worth for the work that we’re doing? And how many times do we wish for a squad that will have our back through thick and thin? This conversation with CURLBOX Founder and Chief Experience Officer Myleik Teele is one for the books! In this conversation from Luvvie’s Professional Troublemaker book tour, Luvvie talks with Myleik about coming back from her traumatic experience of negatively trending on Twitter to becoming a New York Times bestselling author for the second time, and how Luvvie’s squad reaffirmed her greatness and inspired her to remember who she was. Myleik gives Luvvie her flowers for being an awesome friend and inspiring that same greatness in those she’s connected to. This episode is truly a salve for the soul, sprinkled with noir pixie dust and you need it in your life. **** Listen to Luvvie and Myleik’s Live IG Afterparty CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Myleik’s Website Follow Myleik on Instagram - @Myleik Order CURLBOX (Use code LUVVIE for 15% off a non-subscription box) CONNECT WITH US Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE’S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Listen to Lead (with Nneka Ogwumike)Leadership is a verb. And choosing to lead by listening and empowering others is a big part of that. Today’s guest Nneka Ogwumike is the definition of a Professional Troublemaker. She’s a force to be reckoned with on and off the court. Nneka is a former Number 1 WNBA draft pick, six-time WNBA All-star, and president of the Women's National Basketball Players Association. She’s passionate about fighting for Black women, athletes, and those whose voices aren't affirmed and has made speaking truth to power a life habit. Nneka also shares the pain she felt when being passed over for the Olympic basketball team. There is a difference between just losing an award and being snubbed. And she was snubbed in this case. But Nneka continues to lead the WNBA players association with grace and dignity. This is a powerful conversation all about listening, leading, and doing what matters most. **** CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST Follow Nneka Ogwumike on Instagram - @nnekaogwumike CONNECT WITH LUVVIE Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. ORDER LUVVIE'S BOOKS Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Loan Others Courage (with KevOnStage)Fear can easily stop you when you’re trying to do big things in the world. But when you refuse to let it get in your way and keep moving, you can create opportunities for yourself to succeed and then invite others to come alongside you. Originally recorded as part of the virtual book tour for Professional Troublemaker in March 2021, this interview with KevOnStage AKA Kevin Fredericks was a vulnerable and hilarious conversation that needed to be shared on the podcast. Kev and Luvvie get real about each of their journeys. They talk about how they have each created opportunities for themselves and talk about some of the growing pains that follow. **** Watch KevOnStage and Luvvie’s YouTube afterparty Subscribe to KevOnStage Studios Follow KevOnStage on Instagram - @KevOnStage Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. L Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Write Your Dreams DownWrite the vision. Make it plain. Dreams actualized don't just "happen." It takes intention, specificity, and hard work! It comes with intention and looking at where we’ve been and where we want to go next. As we embark on a new year, Luvvie shares in this episode why she doesn’t write resolutions and what she does instead as she shares her transformative New Year ritual. **** Listen to Luvvie's Gospel Luvv playlist Buy the prayer journal Luvvie uses Pre-order RISING TROUBLEMAKER: A Fear-Fighter Manual for Teens Follow Luvvie on Instagram - @Luvvie Go to TEXTLUVVIE.com on your phone, and text PODCAST to join our Text Squad. Let Luvvie know who you’d like her to be in conversation with, or what topics you want her to do a deep dive on in a solo episode. Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Kick Doors Open (with Gina Yashere)Gina Yashere is a British-Nigerian comedian, producer, and author. She is co-creator, producer and writer on the CBS sitcom “Bob Hearts Abishola”, and is the first and only British comic to perform on Def Comedy Jam. Luvvie and Gina have a great convo about growing up in East London, and the racism she faced. She started working at 19, as the first-ever woman engineer for OTIS, the largest elevator company in the world. She took no shit as her coworkers tried to disrespect her repeatedly. They also discuss her big comedic break, and how she had to create her own opportunities when people didn’t want to give it to her. Now, she’s living the life of her dreams in LA. Follow Gina on Instagram ( @GinaYashere) Pick up her new book, Cack-Handed: A Memoir on Amazon, Bookshop, and wherever else books are sold. Download full episode transcript at: https://awesomelyluvvie.com/2021/06/gina-yashere-professional-troublemaker.html Order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear-Fighter Manual (NYTimes bestseller) at ProfessionalTroublemakerBook.com0 comments0
- Do Your Best (with Jovian Zayne)This week on Professional Troublemaker, we are sharing an encore episode where Luvvie is in conversation with Jovian Zayne, founder of International Day of Purpose, speaker, coach, and all-around Empress of Epicness. As a recognized thought leader in the professional development and diversity spaces, Jovian centers her work around empowering people to discover, celebrate, and activate the power within their purpose. Her mantra, “Live On Purpose”, translates across both her professional and personal lives, as Jovian uses these three words as a metric to assess the impact and value of the work she’s doing in the world and in her home as a wife and mother. “I found a deep sense of relief knowing that I hadn’t betrayed my heart” - Jovian Zayne. This deep sense of relief is the essence behind understanding your why and your purpose. Jovian shows us how to pay attention to the breadcrumb moments that help us recall who we’re supposed to be, in alignment with our heart and soul’s desires. Follow Jovian Zayne on Instagram and Twitter at @JovianZayne and visit dayofpurpose.org to take action and register to participate in this year’s initiative on June 20, 2021. Reflect on your purpose, live with intention, and tell your story with the world using #DayOfPurpose *** Follow @Luvvie everywhere – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Check out her New York Times best-selling book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual! And be sure to order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear Fighter Manual, Luvvie’s second book, wherever books are sold. Have thoughts about the episode? Share on social media using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. Also, follow the podcast on Instagram! Email podcast@aweluv.com with feedback or questions!0 comments0
- Professional Troublemaker Jun 8 · 1h 4m Push Forward (with Latham Thomas)We’re revisiting another conversation this week on Professional Troublemaker! Luvvie is talking to Latham Thomas - wellness maven to the stars, birth doula, and queen regent of radical self-care. Latham is an incredible storyteller and she lets us in on how the birth of her son catapulted her into her purpose. We learn about birthing as a chemical, transformative experience and how her ancestors showed up on her behalf to guide her through the process. This episode shines a light on the Black maternal health crisis and how racial bias, education, and economic stability all play a role in the staggering statistic of black women dying or experiencing health complications during childbirth. Latham has committed to being a mother to mothers and holding the hands of women - literally and figuratively - as a doula during and after pregnancy. Her view that the birthing process shouldn’t be as scary and difficult as it is for women and birthing people in this country is what fuels her work spotlighting this global crisis. She has joined forces with Lisa Price, founder of Carol’s Daughter, to model advocacy for Black Maternal Health through an initiative called Love Delivered. You can learn more about their work and how to stand alongside them by visiting mamaglowfoundation.org and carolsdaughter.com/lovedelivered Don't forget to follow Latham’s personal Instagram and Twitter at @GlowMaven as well. *** Follow @Luvvie everywhere – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Check out her New York Times best-selling book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual! And be sure to order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear Fighter Manual, Luvvie’s second book, wherever books are sold. Have thoughts about the episode? Share on social media using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. Also, follow the podcast on Instagram! Email podcast@aweluv.com with feedback or questions.0 comments0
- Expand Your World (Luvvie's Travel Essentials)This week on Professional Troublemaker, we are airing an encore episode where Luvvie is sharing her travel favorites. As people get vaccinated and the world starts to open up again this summer and after traveling hundreds of thousands of miles for work and play, Luvvie has opinions to share on travel essentials. She's sharing everything from her favorite travel products from packing cubes that will help you organize your luggage to noise-canceling headphones to tune out the world during your flight to a few tips to make your trip a little easier. Visit Luvvie's travel page at Awesomely Luvvie to get links to the products mentioned in this episode. *** Follow @Luvvie everywhere – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Check out her New York Times best-selling book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual! And be sure to order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear Fighter Manual, Luvvie’s second book, wherever books are sold. Have thoughts about the episode? Share on social media using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker . Also, follow the podcast on Instagram! Email podcast@aweluv.com with feedback or questions!0 comments0
- Say Yes (with Elizabeth Gilbert)On this episode of Professional Troublemaker, Luvvie is in conversation with Elizabeth Gilbert for her Onward Book Club that she holds each month on her Instagram Live. Elizabeth created the Onward Book Club as a way of spotlighting, studying, and celebrating the work of Black female authors, and Luvvie was honored to be her guest in April as Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual was spotlighted. Elizabeth and Luvvie have a wide-ranging conversation, featuring some stories that hadn't been told yet on the Professional Troublemaker Tour. They talk about Luvvie's grandmother and her story in more detail, and why her story and spirit are so integral to the book, drawing boundaries around what is sacred, why Liz and Luvvie mutually don’t believe in the concept of fearlessness. You'll also get some behind-the-scenes stories from Luvvie's TED talk and a really great moment where they discuss dreaming audaciously and what that looks like. **** Follow @Luvvie everywhere – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Check out her New York Times best-selling book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual! And be sure to order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear Fighter Manual, Luvvie’s second book, wherever books are sold. Have thoughts about the episode? Share on social media using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker . Also, follow the podcast on Instagram! Email podcast@aweluv.com with feedback or questions!0 comments0
- Unearth Who You Are (with Sarah Jakes Roberts)On this episode of Professional Troublemaker, Luvvie is talking to bestselling author and businesswoman Sarah Jakes Roberts. Sarah is the daughter of Bishop T.D. Jakes and Mrs. Serita Jakes and pastors a dynamic community of artists and professionals in Hollywood alongside her husband, Touré Roberts and is the phenomenal mother of six kids. In this episode, Sarah shares some of the adversities she’s had to overcome that eventually led her to who she is today. She’s an example of someone who is willing to show up with heart, and she’s a leader who demonstrates vulnerability, which is so important and valuable. What glitters is not always gold, and Sarah Jakes Roberts’ story is an example of all things coming together for good and the power of discovering your whole purpose through every experience in your life. *** Follow @Luvvie everywhere – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Check out her New York Times best-selling book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual! And be sure to order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear Fighter Manual, Luvvie’s second book, wherever books are sold. Have thoughts about the episode? Share on social media using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker . Also, follow the podcast on Instagram! Email podcast@aweluv.com with feedback or questions!0 comments0
- Challenge Authority (with Donna Brazile)This week on Professional Troublemaker, Luvvie is speaking to veteran political strategist, Donna Brazile. Donna is the former interim Chair of the Democratic National Committee and became the first African American woman to serve as the manager of a major party presidential campaign when she ran the campaign of former vice president Al Gore. Donna is a best-selling author and speaks at colleges and universities across the country. She’s been an adjunct professor at Georgetown and the Harvard Kennedy School and is currently the Gwendolyn S. and Colbert I. King Endowed Chair in Public Policy at Howard University. Donna talks about her early ambitions of being a priest and later, a doctor, and how she found her calling for public service very early in her life. She and Luvvie also touch on the beauty of cherishing your inner child and challenging authority, as all great Professional Troublemakers do so well. Luvvie and Donna the importance of always asking why, how critical it is to lift others as we climb, and the cultures that shape us. Get ready to Challenge Authority with the latest episode of Professional Troublemaker. *** Follow @Luvvie everywhere – Instagram, Facebook, Twitter. Check out her New York Times best-selling book I’M JUDGING YOU: The Do-Better Manual! And be sure to order PROFESSIONAL TROUBLEMAKER: The Fear Fighter Manual, Luvvie’s second book, wherever books are sold. Have thoughts about the episode? Share on social media using the hashtag #ProfessionalTroublemaker. Also, follow the podcast on Instagram! Email podcast@aweluv.com with feedback or questions!0 comments0
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