shhh...GROWN FOLKS TALKIN'

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shhh...GROWN FOLKS TALKIN' is a society podcast hosted by Ckseesit and Lola Shanel, with 112 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Ckseesit and Lola Shanel hosts shhh...GROWN FOLKS TALKIN', a society show with 112 episodes published.

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  Episode #27

  Beyond the Gates: No Pulse, No Peace: Bill's Collapse Has Dani Shook

  Aug 12, 202627 minS5

  Bill's down. Bill's not breathing. Dani wants answers — now. Tyrell's ready to burn gas every weekend just to see Jessica while they're at different colleges, and we're side-eyeing Caroline for still riding for Bill after all his cheating. Plus: our predictions and the latest casting tea for this Black soap opera. SocialMedia: https://www.instagram.com/shhh_grownfolkstalkin/ https://www.facebook.com/shhhgrownfolks https://x.com/shhhgrownfolks https://www.tiktok.com/@shhhgrownfolks Follow the on Amazon Music.

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  Episode #26

  Survival of the Thickest Series Finale: They finished the story

  Jul 25, 202620 minS5

  The Netflix dramedy Survival of the Thickest wrapped its story — and stuck the landing. At its heart, this finale was about friendship: how you show up for your best friend, even when it hurts. Along the way, Mavis faces a devastating loss, and Khalil grows through his relationship with his dad and his love life. :30 Title Card 1:30 Luca tries to propose/ time jumps 2:55 When you want best friends to be your partner's friend SocialMedia: https://www.instagram.com/shhh_grownfolkstalkin/ https://www.facebook.com/shhhgrownfolks https://x.com/shhhgrownfolks https://www.tiktok.com/@shhhgrownfolks

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  Episode #25

  Beyond the Gates: Sickness, Secrets & a Condo Compromise

  Jul 14, 202628 minS5

  Depositions, deceptive tattoos, and a proposal gone sideways — this episode has it all. Bill has a health scare mid-deposition, Tyrell gets caught in a tattoo lie, and Kat turns down Tomas's ring for a condo instead. We unpack why that might be a red flag, why Madison should stick to her day job, and serve up hot takes on Jay-Z's hair evolution and the latest Love Island USA drama. SocialMedia: https://www.instagram.com/shhh_grownfolkstalkin/ https://www.facebook.com/shhhgrownfolks https://x.com/shhhgrownfolks https://www.tiktok.com/@shhhgrownfolks

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  Episode #24

  Beyond the Gates: A Second Chance, A Secret, and a Little Hope

  Jul 3, 202630 minS5

  Eva's life-saving surgery — thanks to Kat — could bring her, Kat and Leslie closer or blow their bond apart. Meanwhile, Bill and Dani are both cheating, and the countdown is on for who confesses first. Plus, we look at the grand opening of the Obama Presidential Center — proof that hope is still possible, but never without a fight. SocialMedia: https://www.instagram.com/shhh_grownfolkstalkin/ https://www.facebook.com/shhhgrownfolks https://x.com/shhhgrownfolks https://www.tiktok.com/@shhhgrownfolks

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  Beyond the Gates x Y&R Crossover: Martin's Fundraiser Goes Off the Rails

  Jun 16, 202633 min

  We dive into the dramatic twists and turns of the latest crossover episodes of "Beyond the Gates" and "The Young and the Restless." With all the characters coming together for Martin's fundraiser, the drama has reached new heights, and we’re here to unpack every shocking moment. Plus, one of our predictions came true.

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