All Things Melanin

In this episode of All Things Melanin , Erica and Shelby talk about dating with purpose in your 30s and building the life and relationships you truly want. They discuss recognizing when someone is serious, chemistry vs...

In this episode of All Things Melanin , Erica and Shelby celebrate 9 years of conversations, growth, and community. They discuss what they’ve learned about dating and relationships , what they’re committing to do for...

Are you tired of "entertaining" people who don't fit your future? In this episode of All Things Melanin , Erica and Shelby help you distinguish between intentional dating and simply dating out of boredom, and much more...

Are you struggling to navigate dating and relationships, or wondering how to change your career after a long gap year? In this episode, Erica and Shelby discuss how to navigate various transitions occurring in life...

Are you standing at a crossroads? Is it ever too late to change your career ? From the heartache of post-breakup recovery —deciding whether to go back or move on—to the courageous leap of starting a career from scratch...

Are you actually seeing a red flag, or are you just projecting past fears onto a new situation? This week, Erica and Shelby dive deep into the psychology of discernment—both in our relationships and our creative...

Is your plate full, but your cup empty? This week, Erica and Shelby are talking about the art of the "pour"—how we invest in ourselves to keep the momentum going without burning out. We’re getting practical about the...

Is privacy the new "flex" in dating? In this episode, we explore whether you should keep your romantic relationship off social media and how much of your relationship you should actually share online. We dive into The...

Ever feel like you’re working on a vision that only you can see? This week, Erica and Shelby get vulnerable about dating, the journey of building a brand and/or business, and much more. Inside this episode, we discuss...

This week, Erica and Shelby get real about the "busy seasons" of life. In this episode, we discuss: Dating & Relationships: Strategies for maintaining romantic and platonic relationships when you’re navigating difficult...

In the season finale episode, Shelby and Erica kick off the episode by sharing a random act of kindness they've experienced. In this episode, we discuss: High standards vs. Unrealistic expectations How to become more...

Shelby and Erica kick off this week's episode by sharing one piece of advice their moms have given them that has always stuck with them. In this episode, they discuss: The impact of dating apps and social media in...

Shelby and Erica kick off this week's episode with a heart of gratitude. This week's episode discusses: Navigating dating and healing Building meaningful relationships through networking Knowing when to take a leap of...

Shelby and Erica kick off this week's episode by sharing their favorite things. This week's episode dives into: When to introduce your new boo to family and friends Navigating professional burnout Navigating new and...

Erica and Shelby kick off this week's episode by sharing what lessons life is teaching them right now. This week's episode dives into: The feelings and reality around being in a "waiting season" Building an authentic...