Black Millennial Marriage Podcast

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google PodcastsIn this solo episode, Randie details how an essay by June Jordan paired with therapy has reminded her that she is alive. Stuck in survival mode, the shorter half of the Black Millennial Marriage podcast realizes that surviving ain’t always living and she’s had enough of playing dead and small. After all, life is for the living. Yes? Yes.Randie hopes you tune in and that you enjoy.Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of favorite women?Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step.Items Mentioned:Join Our Patreon Familyhttp://bit.ly/JOINBMMBMM Indie 107: Black Ishttps://www.blackmillennialmarriage.com/podcast/bmm-indie-107-black-isSome of Us Did Not Die, June Jordanhttps://amzn.to/2IGQbqIContactEmail: blackmilmar@gmail.comLeave a voicemail: 770-750-4098Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts“AHT AHT AHT” That’s what Randie says during this entire episode. Why? Because the Chapmans are discussing what it would be like to have another baby. In this episode the couple give their initial thoughts about having another child (way in the future) and detail what it was like having siblings. Then, Mikey and Randie share pros and cons to adding to their family. The Mr. has feelings he didn’t expect, while the Mrs. may be a little stressed. Later, during the fight or flight, Randie confronts Mikey about his 15-year regression, but it’s all love when they show each other some PDA.If you have multiple kids, only one, or none at all–the Chapmans would love to hear from you. Make it all make sense, y’all! And of course, they hope you enjoy.Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites?Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step.Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Famil

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google PodcastsIn this episode, Mikey and Randie reveal big mistakes they’ve made in their marriage and the lessons they learned from them. From lying about being in the mood for sex to overcompensating and neglecting love languages, the Chapmans share it all. The conversation is insightful and necessary, and they’re pretty sure you’re going to cry laughing–per usual. Later, the Mr. brings a fight or flight that questions Randie’s ability to look for things, but in the end it’s all love and laughter when the couple show each other some PDA.Mikey and Randie hope this conversation brings you joy, makes you think, and love on yourself and/or your person. They lastly hope that you enjoy.Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites?Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step.Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Familyhttp://bit.ly/JOINBMMCheck out singer, songwriter, and actress Ebony Je

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Mikey is back with another solo Indie for Season 2! This time Mikey discusses his feelings about the impact and importance of black men and mentorship. Mike shares traits he admired and picked up from some great men, details his process and criteria for finding a mentor, and leaves the audience with a little something special at the end. After this insightful session the masculine half of BMM hopes this episode inspires listeners to seek out guidance, mentorship, or a relationship that aids in their growth. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Follow us on Social Media Mikey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikey_xxi/ Contact Email: blackmilmar@gmail.com Leave a voicemail: 770-750-4098 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPri

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Are you finding it hard to be creative or productive with all that’s been happening this year? Well, Mikey and Randie have and they aren’t too proud to share. In this open and honest episode, the couple detail the pros and cons of being a creator during a pandemic and revolution. For Randie, it’s mentally and emotionally draining in more ways than one and for Mikey, his extroverted side is taking a major hit. Later, for the Mrs.’s fight or flight, Mikey surprises Randie with a heartfelt response she may not have been ready for. Of course, in the end, it’s always love when they show each other some PDA. The Chapmans hope this conversation encourages you to be kinder to yourself in these unprecedented times and know that you are not alone if you are struggling creatively. And as always they hope you enjoy. Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever el

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts This episode is dedicated to Randie’s late grandmother Pat (1949-2012) Dear God, thank you. But also, how much longer? And by the way, please come get your people. These are just a few thoughts that Randie and her guest, Brandi Miller have. In this indie episode, the shorter half of the podcast interviews the host of “Reclaiming My Theology,” a podcast about taking our theology back from systems and ideas that oppress. Together, the two detail what shaped their idea of God. Next, they discuss Christianity and it’s relationship to white supremacy. Finally, they discuss how to love justice, but also how to practice compassion with a refusal to dehumanize. Randie hopes anyone of any faith can take something from this conversation, especially in these trying times. And, as always she hopes you enjoy. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of favorite women? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is th

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Did Last week’s positivity throw you off? Well, get ready because Mikey and Randie are trying something new again. In this gratitude filled episode, the couple detail lessons they learned from people they always forget to thank. For Randie, it’s her dad and extended family members and for Mikey, it’s his mom. In this never-before-had conversation, Randie dives into her epiphany about gray areas, while Mikey bigs up his mother and recognizes how his father has contributed to who he is. Later, for the Mr.’s fight or flight, Mikey questions Randie about asking questions she already knows the answers to. However, in the end, it’s always love when they show each other some PDA. The Chapmans hope this conversation encourages you to show gratitude for the lessons that have served you well. And as always they hope you enjoy. Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes an

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Last week was intense, right? That’s why Mikey and Randie are lightening it up a bit with some major PDA. In this episode the couple detail what they like about the other and end up surprising one another. From Randie’s rant about Mikey’s butt to Mikey’s love about her bravery, the Chapmans invite you in to listen to a heartwarming and feel good conversation. Later, for her fight or flight, the Mrs. questions Mikey about always using her things. But, in the end, it’s always love when they show each other some PDA. The Chapmans hope this conversation encourages you to dote on your person and yourself. And as always, they hope you enjoy. Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Check out singer, songwriter, and actress Ebony Jenae https://www.instagr

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Randie’s back to check in, and on this Indie episode the shorter half of the podcast talks starting therapy again. Later, she tells a funny (maybe) church story and reveals two podcasts she’s loving right now. Randie hopes you enjoy this short and sweet Indie. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of favorite women? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Reclaiming My Theology https://apple.co/2Fyp13F A Little Juju Podcast https://apple.co/33jCXqx Eloquent Rage: A Black Feminist Discovers Her Superpower https://amzn.to/35IiJKb Contact Email: blackmilmar@gmail.com Leave a voicemail: 770-750-4098 Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Have you been having simple conversations with your partner? Where neither one of you are assuming the worst or avoiding conflict? Mikey and Randie haven’t. That’s why in this episode the couple discuss ways they are shrinking themselves and the potential harm they have caused in their relationship. Randie shares her definition of shrinking herself, Mikey expresses similar feelings, and the couple share a transformative moment when they reveal the ways and reasons they shrink who they are. Things get eye-opening, apologetic, and true to Chapman fashion the couple derail the convo and Drew makes a cameo. The result? An hour of your favorite couple shooting the shit. Later, the Mr. brings a fight or flight that he uses to try to leverage sexual favors from the Mrs. But, in the end it’s always love when they show each other some PDA and share a special shout out from a listener to their loved one abroad. This conversation changed Mikey and Rand

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Mikey is back with another solo Indie for Season 2! This time Mikey discusses health, wellness, and the impact he felt from the death of Chadwick Boseman. Mike shares his train of thought, details his plan of action for avoiding all things cancerous, and leaves the audience with a little something extra at the end. After this venting session the hairy half of BMM hopes this episode inspires listeners to be more intentional about what they allow to affect them and take a serious look at their health while giving more insight into who he is as an individual. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Follow us on Social Media Mikey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikey_xxi/ Contact Email: blackmilmar@gmail.com Leave a voicemail: 770-750-4098 Adve

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts NOTHING is the same, well not really, and that includes Mikey and Randie. That’s why in this episode the couple ask each other rapid fire questions paired with three questions each to reintroduce themselves to the other. Randie wonders why it’s important for Mikey to grow his hair back and if he still has a fear of abandonment, while Mikey wonders what’s Randie’s favorite part of her body and if there’s anything she’s keeping from him. Things get deep, funny, and true to Chapman fashion the couple derail the convo a bit to wonder–what perks would Mikey give in bed for a $15 an hour rate? There’s more, always. Later, the Mrs. brings a fight or flight that maybe actually turns into a real argument. But, in the end it’s always love when they show each other some PDA. Did you miss your people? They missed you. Mikey and Randie are thankful for the positive feedback from all their recent interviews, and at the same time, they’ve been excited to g

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Black is Glory, Forever, Friendship, King, and a Conversation. And Randie can’t wait for you to hear. In this Indie episode, she chats it up with two of her closest girlfriends from college about Beyoncé’s visual album and re-imagination of the Lion King. To start, the trio reveal a time in their childhoods when they were proud of themselves, and then discuss how the Black is King visual album is helping them make it through these trying times. Later, Carmen, Chantel, and Randie discuss some people’s criticism of the album, and share the lessons they learned from it. Beyoncé is a girl’s girl, and so it only made sense to Randie to chat with some of the women in her life that grew her up and taught her all about sisterhood, and she hopes you enjoy. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of favorite women? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patre

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts **Republished** Mikey and Randie may not have many married mentors, but they certainly have some of the best peer ones. That’s why in this episode the couple chat with their favorite married friends–Jeff and Logan about being brave and what that looks like while in a relationship. To start, the friends discuss a time they were afraid in their childhood. Then, Logan and Jeff tell their love story (spoiler: it’s hilarious). Later, the couples discuss race and power dynamics in their relationships, reveal what they have had to sacrifice to be together, and detail how sexual liberation and self care practices with themselves show up in their marriages. Jeff and Logan bring the kind of depth, humor, and love to this conversation that Mikey and Randie have relied on for years and in their darkest times, and they hope you enjoy. Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTu

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Mikey is back with his first Indie Interview of Season 2! This time Mikey discusses music, family, and fatherhood with his big brother Prince. The two share their thoughts on their upbringing, discuss the struggles and pitfalls associated with being the children of Paul Nurse, Mikey shares thoughts on his favorite southern musician, and leaves the audience with a little something extra at the end. After this therapeutic conversation with his brother the handsome half of BMM shares an interview he’s really proud of, Mikey hopes this episode inspires more dialogue between brothers and gives more insight into who he is as an individual. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Follow us on Social Media Mikey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikey_xxi/

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Mikey and Randie are losing their F’n minds. Why? Because everybody’s outside while they’re inside watching “Word Party,” it’s bananas and they need to take a load off. That’s why in this episode, the couple bring back minis–episodes about their time as a mom and dad–-and detail what they’re finding difficult and loving about parenting in a pandemic. They laugh more than they expect in this episode, but on a serious note, their hearts are going out to all parents especially those who have to make difficult choices and have children with disabilities. Many things are hard right now, so the Chapmans hope you chuckle with them and that you enjoy. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Sponsored: This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp Get 20% off of BetterHelp Therapy https://www.betterhelp.com/BMM Follow us on Social Media FB: http://bit.ly/BMMonFB IG: http://bit.ly/BMMonIG Twitter: http://bit.ly/BMMonTwitter Con

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Mikey and Randie never thought they’d start a business with the podcast, and yet here they are! It’s a plot twist, alright, and this got them thinking about other couples who are doing big things on the business front as well. Other couples like, Kenya and Alex–co-founders of the queer, black woman-owned Domino Sound network. Along with their team, the duo are making it work and staying together. How Sway? The Chapmans interview them and find out how they met and started the business. Later, they discuss what’s challenging and easy about working together, and you won’t want to miss it. Finally, Randie and Mikey show each other some PDA and they hope you enjoy. Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Dominosound.co https://www.dominosound.co/abou

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Randie planned to do a relationship check-in with herself, but decided instead to talk about Oluwatoyin Salau (2000-2020). Oluwatoyin, a Nigerian-American activist was killed in June 2020 by a Black man. She died over a month ago, and right before the Chapmans took their break, and yet Randie has been unable to stop thinking about her. So, instead of carrying on as usual, Randie thought it best to finally share her thoughts about the affect Oluwatoyin’s death had on her. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of favorite women? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM Homoeroticism in the Biblical World: A Historical Perspective https://amzn.to/2Pbp2MQ Sexuality and the Black Church: A Womanist Perspective https://amzn.to/3jW1cTj Related Readings Randie read over break WE ALL FAILED OLUWATOYIN SALAU. ALL OF U

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts When you really think about it, you’re rich. At least, that’s what Mikey and Randie discovered while on their mid-season pod break. That’s why in this episode the couple discuss six things about their relationship that makes them feel rich and makes them want to show gratitude. From Randie holding herself accountable, to Mikey proving that he’s willing and ready to act in allyship, the couple welcome you to participate in their sap fest. Later, the Mr. brings a fight or flight that questions how vocal Randie has gotten in the bedroom. It’s always love though, when in the end they show each other some well-deserved PDA. True to Chapman fashion, this episode is equal parts loving and hilarious and they hope you enjoy. Are you excited to add these millennials to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.l

Listen to us on: iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Podcasts Mikey is back with his latest Indie Episode of Season 2! This time Mikey discusses a topic dear to him, the protection of black women. He shares his history with guns, discusses why he feels it’s important for black women to be armed and educated about firearms, interviews a special guest, and leaves the audience with a little something extra at the end. After a much needed break the handsome half of BMM shares something he’s really passionate about, Mikey hopes his ramblings in this episode actually get you interested in learning about guns and hitting a range. Are you excited to add this millennial to your list of relationship favorites? Pressing play and rating 5-stars on iTunes and wherever else you listen is the first step. Items Mentioned: Join Our Patreon Family http://bit.ly/JOINBMM My Sister’s Keeper https://mysisterskeeperdefense.com/ National Black Self Defense Directory https://bit.ly/2WOT9NZ State Gun Permit Fees https://bit.