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Greetings from The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast! We are an eclectic ensemble of five vibrant millennials hailing from the pulsating heart of culture and creativity, New York City. We gather around the microphone to entertain our tribe with candid conversations, insightful observations, and explosive laughter. As we traverse the complexities of dating, the nuances of relationships, and the vibrancy of lifestyle, our perspectives often oscillate between hilarious and profound. Our fingers are always on the pulse of Black culture and current events, exploring them through our unique lenses to bring you conversations that are as enlightening as they are entertaining. Our mission for each episode is simple, yet profound - to Educate, Entertain and Inform. We delve into topics with authenticity, intellect, and wit, aiming to spark conversations that inspire thought and provoke dialogue. And, oh yes, we strongly believe that “life is too short for bad sex”!
Episodes
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Wednesday Oct 04, 2023
Salutation, SR Tribe! Welcome, and thank you for coming back for another hearty serving of The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, giving the real in a world of fake.
Are you ready to level up your dating game? Join us for a captivating discussion on mastering first dates. The tribe shares their expert insights on topics like is it appropriate to cook for your first date at the crib and the art of gracefully handling the 'no second date' conversation.
In this episode of the Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, we leave no stone unturned when it comes to dating etiquette. Whether you're a seasoned dater or just stepping into the dating scene, you're bound to pick up some valuable tips from our lively conversation. Get ready for a mix of sophistication and a dash of ratchetness that'll keep you entertained and informed.
No Bad Days - Chakra Alignment- Throat Chakra is responsible for communication, self-expression, and the ability to speak your personal truth.
Affirmations:
- 🗣️I speak my truth freely and openly
- 🕊️Being honest frees me.
- 🤲🏾I aim to stay calm, collected and considerate of others when I speak.
- 🗣️My voice & my opinions matter and they get to be heard.
- 🗣️I am a confident speaker.
- 👂🏾 am a patient and attentive listener.
- 🫱🏿🫲🏾I seek to understand others and be understood.
Shake Word of the Week
- Mien(noun) a person's look or manner, especially one of a particular kind indicating their character or mood
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Let us know your thoughts on the episode, do you agree or disagree, and tell us how you really feel - Please email us at SoRatchetPodcast@gmail.com.
If you are interested in starting a podcast, here are Amazon links for the necessary equipment
- Microphone - Shure MV7 Dynamic Microphone
- Headphones -
- Lights - Ring Light
- TJ’s No Bad Days Chakra singing bowls https://a.co/d/9o3LxC2
Thanks for joining, TRIBE!!!!
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Salutation, SR Tribe! Welcome, and thank you for coming back for another hearty serving of The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, giving the real in a world of fake.
In this episode we talk about current events.
Daycare Fatality- Daycare owner hides drugs under the floor board. Child dies from fentanyl poisoning
Celebrity News- Chrisean Rock is careless with baby in Walmart
Brickgate- Woman allegedly get hit in the face with a brick because she did not give man her number
Monkey Link- Billionaire Elon Musk invests in scientific research but allegedly some of the test monkeys died. He plans to test humans next.
Scammer dem- A Danish artist has been ordered to repay a museum after delivering blank canvases
Audacious Blackness- Deion Sanders’ ‘audacious Blackness’ makes him the hero African Americans want right now
Closing Statements:
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Let us know your thoughts on the episode, do you agree or disagree, and tell us how you really feel - Please email us at SoRatchetPodcast@gmail.com.
If you are interested in starting a podcast, here are Amazon links for necessary equipment
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- Lights - Ring Light
- TJ’s No Bad Days Chakra singing bowls https://a.co/d/9o3LxC2
Thanks for joining the TRIBE!!!!
Wednesday Sep 20, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Wednesday Sep 13, 2023
Salutation, SR Tribe! Welcome, and thank you for coming back for another hearty serving of The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, giving the real in a world of fake.
In today’s episode, we unravel the complexities of modern society with style and substance. In this episode, we're tackling a topic that's been buzzing across digital platforms – "Digital Blackface." with special guest Lisa Marie Lovett, the insightful host of the "Seasonal Dialogue" podcast and YouTube channel. Strap in as we navigate through the intricate web of cultural appropriation, online representation, and what it means to stand in someone else's digital shoes.
🎙️ Special Guest: Lisa Marie Lovett "Seasonal Dialogue" podcast and YouTube channel, lisamarie.info.
No Bad Days - Chakra Alignment
🔮 TJ Singing Bowl: We start with grounding ourselves by exploring the Root Chakra, symbolized by the color red and located at the base of the spine. This chakra is responsible for our security, stability, and protection. We'll guide you through powerful affirmations to help you feel safe, secure, and aligned with the universe.
🌟 Affirmations: I feel safe and secure, I am grounded, I have peace, I trust, I am fearless, I have abundance in my life, I love my body and trust its wisdom, and I trust the universe to support me.
🗣️ Shake Word of the Week: "Desideratum" [de·sid·er·a·tum] (noun) - something that is needed or wanted. How can this word be applied to our lives and the digital world? Tune in to find out!
🎥 Burner Questions: We dive deep into the heart of the matter:
- Did Robert Downey Jr.'s role in Tropic Thunder offend you? (Including relevant movie clips)
- If a white person sells tee shirts on Juneteenth, would you buy them?
Get ready for an insightful and thought-provoking conversation that explores the intersection of culture, digital spaces, and the power of media. Make sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with friends who need to join the conversation. Don't forget to follow us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more engaging discussions. Your feedback and comments are highly valued – let your voice be heard! #SophisticatedlyRatchetPodcast #DigitalBlackface #CultureTalk
For more information about the show, click here: https://linktr.ee/SoRatchetPodcast
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment & share us with a friend.
Catch us LIVE on YouTube every FIRST WEDNESDAY of the month at 9 pm EST, we can’t wait
to connect with you…
Please remember to follow us on the following social media platforms:
- Youtube - SoRatchet Podcast
- IG - @SoRatchetPodcast
- TikTok- @SoRatchetPodcast
- Twitter - @SoRatchetPod
Let us know your thoughts on the episode, do you agree or disagree, and tell us how you really feel - Please email us at SoRatchetPodcast@gmail.com.
If you are interested in starting a podcast, here are Amazon links for the necessary equipment
- Microphone - Shure MV7 Dynamic Microphone
- Headphones -
- Lights - Ring Light
- TJ’s No Bad Days Chakra singing bowls https://a.co/d/9o3LxC2
Thanks for joining the TRIBE!!!!
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Salutation, SR Tribe! Welcome, and thank you for coming back for another hearty serving of The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, giving the real in a world of fake.
In today’s episode, we unravel the complexities of modern society with style and substance. In this episode, we're tackling a topic that's been buzzing across digital platforms – "Digital Blackface." with special guest Lisa Marie Lovett, the insightful host of the "Seasonal Dialogue" podcast and YouTube channel. Strap in as we navigate through the intricate web of cultural appropriation, online representation, and what it means to stand in someone else's digital shoes.
🎙️ Special Guest: Lisa Marie Lovett "Seasonal Dialogue" podcast and YouTube channel, lisamarie.info.
No Bad Days - Chakra Alignment
🔮 TJ Singing Bowl: We start with grounding ourselves by exploring the Root Chakra, symbolized by the color red and located at the base of the spine. This chakra is responsible for our security, stability, and protection. We'll guide you through powerful affirmations to help you feel safe, secure, and aligned with the universe.
🌟 Affirmations: I feel safe and secure, I am grounded, I have peace, I trust, I am fearless, I have abundance in my life, I love my body and trust its wisdom, and I trust the universe to support me.
🗣️ Shake Word of the Week: "Desideratum" [de·sid·er·a·tum] (noun) - something that is needed or wanted. How can this word be applied to our lives and the digital world? Tune in to find out!
🎥 Burner Questions: We dive deep into the heart of the matter:
- Did Robert Downey Jr.'s role in Tropic Thunder offend you? (Including relevant movie clips)
- If a white person sells tee shirts on Juneteenth, would you buy them?
For more information about the show, click here: https://linktr.ee/SoRatchetPodcast
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment & share us with a friend.
Catch us LIVE on YouTube every FIRST WEDNESDAY of the month at 9 pm EST, we can’t wait
to connect with you…
Please remember to follow us on the following social media platforms:
- Youtube - SoRatchet Podcast
- IG - @SoRatchetPodcast
- TikTok- @SoRatchetPodcast
- Twitter - @SoRatchetPod
Let us know your thoughts on the episode, do you agree or disagree, and tell us how you really feel - Please email us at SoRatchetPodcast@gmail.com.
If you are interested in starting a podcast, here are Amazon links for the necessary equipment
- Microphone - Shure MV7 Dynamic Microphone
- Headphones -
- Lights - Ring Light
- TJ’s No Bad Days Chakra singing bowls https://a.co/d/9o3LxC2
Thanks for joining the TRIBE!!!!
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
Wednesday Aug 30, 2023
🎉 Get ready to crank up the energy and turn up the vibes with the latest episode of the Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast! 🎶 In this week's sizzling installment titled "Wave Ya Glag," we're diving headfirst into the electrifying world of Soca Music and the incredible New York and Trinidad Carnivals! 🥳🎉
Join the SoRatchet tribe as we bring the heat and spill the tea on all things carnival, culture, and celebration. 🌍🎊 From the mesmerizing history of NYC's Labor Day cultural extravaganza to sharing our most euphoric, laugh-out-loud, and even face-palm-worthy carnival experiences, this episode is a non-stop thrill ride! 🎢🕺
🥁 Drumroll, please, for the talking points that had us on the edge of our seats: 1️⃣ Unearth the fascinating history behind the NYC Labor Day celebration, where culture and unity collide in a spectacular parade of colors and rhythms. 2️⃣ Tune in as we recount our ultimate, unforgettable carnival moments that left us breathless and craving for more! 🎤🎉 3️⃣ Brace yourselves for some side-splitting laughter as we share our worst-ever carnival stories, proving that sometimes the funniest memories are born from the most unexpected mishaps. 😅🙈 4️⃣ Prepare to be amazed by tales of wild carnival experiences that pushed boundaries and blurred the lines between reality and sheer excitement! 🎪🎆
So, whether you're a carnival aficionado, a Soca lover, or simply someone ready to embrace the vibrant tapestry of life, this episode is your golden ticket! 🎫 Join the conversation, hit that like button, and share the carnival spirit with your tribe. Let's make some noise, set the mood, and "Wave Ya Glag" like never before! 🥳🎉🎶
🔥 Stay Sophisticatedly Ratchet! 🔥
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Wednesday Aug 16, 2023
Salutation, SR Tribe! Welcome, and thank you for coming back for another hearty serving of The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, giving the real in a world of fake.
Honestly, how toxic are you? Toxic behavior is defined as a person whose behavior and ongoing actions cause harm to other people by physical or mental means. Yes, mind games like gaslighting, deflecting, projecting, and being controlling are some toxic traits. These are the people who spread negative or toxic stress or traumas on others. It's safe to say that everyone had a bit of toxicity at one point in their lives and chances are you might be a bit toxic now! And in this episode, we gauge our own level of toxicity. Have you always been this toxic, were you more toxic in your younger hoe days, and what’s your average level of toxicity? Join us and special guest @iam_xtacy as we unpack your potential for toxic behavior!
“No Bad Days” (TJ- Chakra Alignment): The Anahata chakra is associated with unconditional love, compassion, and joy. It is the source of deep and profound truths that cannot be expressed in words.
Shakes Word of the Week: Decathect (verb) withdraw one's feelings of attachment from (a person, idea, or object), as in anticipation of a future loss.
For more information about the show, click here: https://linktr.ee/SoRatchetPodcast
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment & share us with a friend.
Catch us LIVE on YouTube every FIRST WEDNESDAY of the month at 9 pm EST, we can’t wait to connect with you…
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Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Salutation, SR Tribe! Welcome, and thank you for coming back for another hearty serving of The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, giving the real in a world of fake.
Tune in to another transformative episode of Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, where Shake, Flash, TJ, Lil Moe, and Mash engage in a candid conversation about the art of unlearning and relearning. Have you ever questioned the beliefs and notions you've held onto for years? Join the Tribe as we share personal stories and experiences that led us to shed old mindsets, embrace growth, and embark on a journey of reinvention.
From dismantling stereotypes to rewiring thought patterns, this episode is a masterclass in evolving one's perspective. Prepare to challenge your assumptions, broaden your horizons, and gain fresh insights into the world around you.
Don't miss out on this enlightening exchange – hit play and open yourself up to the power of transformation, Tribe! Remember to subscribe and share the episode so the Tribe can continue to thrive!
No Bad Days - Chakra Alignment - Third👁 eye chakra is located between your eyebrows. It's responsible for our gut feeling, our inner teacher, and our strong intuition perception, awareness, and spiritual communication.
Affirmations:
- 👩🏾🏫I seek to understand and learn from my life experiences
- 🔮I am connected to my higher power
- 🌎I am connected to the wisdom of the Universe
- 🤲🏾Every situation is an opportunity
Mash Word of the Week
- Pol·y·math (noun) polymath; plural noun: polymaths - a person of wide-ranging knowledge or learning. "a Renaissance polymath"
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Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment & share us with a friend.
Catch us LIVE on YouTube every FIRST WEDNESDAY of the month at 9 pm EST, we can’t wait
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Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Wednesday Aug 02, 2023
Salutation, SR Tribe! Welcome, and thank you for coming back for another hearty serving of The Sophisticatedly Ratchet Podcast, giving the real in a world of fake.
It's your favorite crew, back at it with the August SR report, and let me tell you, it's hotter than a New York summer on the block! First up, we got TJ takin' us on a wild ride through Ratchet Reality TV with "Match Me Abroad." Its hard to find a good man in the states so why not look elsewhere? Flash got a story that's gonna make you do a double-take. This man spent $22,000 to become a rough collie dog! Yeah, you heard right. We talkin' transformation like you've never seen before. Ain't nothin' too ratchet for us to cover, y'all.
And you know we can't miss out on the epic showdown of the century! Mash got us covered with the Terrence Crawford vs. Errol Spence Jr. fight recap. It was a battle for the ages, and we break it down blow by blow. But we ain't done yet! Shake got a story that'll send shivers down your spine. We delvin' deep into the chilling tale of the Gilgo Beach serial killings. This one's dark, it's twisted, and it's gonna have you on the edge of your seat. And last but not least, Lil Moe bringin' us some real-life drama. Carlee Russell turnin' herself in? Shorty had us all worried for nothing!
So grab your headphones, turn up the volume, and get ready for the most lit, sophisticatedly ratchet podcast out there. The August SR report is droppin', and it's gonna blow your mind. Let's get it!
TJ Singing Bowl
The crown chakra, located at the top of the head, is associated with higher consciousness, spirituality, and enlightenment. Having a balanced crown chakra means having confidence in oneself, inner peace, feeling connected to one's life purpose, and fully understanding it.
When Blocked: Confusion, lack focus, inability to set & maintain goals, lack connection to the world, depression, anxiety
Affirmations: 1. I am open to new ideas. 2. Information I need comes to me easily. 3. The world is my teacher. 4. I am guided by a higher power and inner wisdom. 5. I am open to letting go of my attachments. 6. I live in the present moment.
Shake Word of the Week
U·biq·ui·tous (adjective) present, appearing, or found everywhere
For more information about the show, click here: https://linktr.ee/SoRatchetPodcast
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, follow, comment & share us with a friend.
Catch us LIVE on YouTube every FIRST WEDNESDAY of the month at 9 pm EST, we can’t wait to connect with you…
Please remember to follow us on the following social media platforms:
- Youtube - SoRatchet Podcast
- IG - @SoRatchetPodcast
- TikTok- @SoRatchetPodcast
- Twitter - @SoRatchetPod
Let us know your thoughts on the episode, do you agree or disagree, and tell us how you really feel - Please email us at SoRatchetPodcast@gmail.com.
If you are interested in starting a podcast, here are Amazon links for necessary equipment
- Microphone - Shure MV7 Dynamic Microphone
- Headphones -
- Lights - Ring Light
- TJ’s No Bad Days Chakra singing bowls https://a.co/d/9o3LxC2
Thanks for joining, TRIBE!!!!