Episodes
Hey, Cowe's! This week on CWC, we sit down with a Toronto OG, Lauren McPhillips aka This Renegade Love. Lauren is one of the OG bloggers in Toronto and has been creating dope content for a long time. In this episode, we talk about incredible advocacy during BLM (and way before that) and why not having kids wasn't even a decision for her. You can check out Lauren's blog HERE and her Instagram HERE -- make sure to follow, because she is H-I-L-A-R-I-O-U-S. Make sure to follow...
Published 10/13/21
Cowe's it's our final episode for Sexual Health Awareness Month with our amazing partners at KY-Canada. In this episode we chat with Sexual Freedom Philosopher Nicolle Hodges about BDSM, using psychedelic in the bedroom, and chastity culture. This episode is of course NSFW, so make sure your headphones are in and you're ready for another spicy conversation about all things SEX. Make sure to follow Nicolle on Instagram. You can take the BDSM test she mentions in the episode HERE and you can...
Published 09/30/21
Well Cowe's we are bringing you the third out of four episodes in partnership with KY-Canada for Sexual Health Awareness Month and today, we have Sex-Educator and volume squirting world record holder, Lola Jean on to discuss Sexual Mythbusters. We talk about squirting, anal, yoni balls, threesomes and so much more. Make sure to follow Lola Jean on Instagram to stay in the know about all things S-E-X. If you're interested in the jealousy resource she mentions in the podcast, you can check it...
Published 09/22/21
As you know by now, this month is Sexual Health Awareness Month and we've partnered with K-Y Canada to bring you dope episodes focusing on all things sex and relationships. On today's episode, we sit down and talk to "Dez", a man who has been in what we (meaning society) would label as an "open relationship" for the last 36 years with his partner. This episode is challenging and thoughtful as we talk with him about how he and his partner have successfully navigated this kind of relationship...
Published 09/17/21
Buckle up Cowe's because this month is Sexual Health Awareness Month and we've partnered with KY Canada to bring you dope episodes focusing on all things S-E-X. On today's episode we chat with the wonderful Kat Kova, a sex therapist based in Toronto. We cover everything from how to communicate with your partner about sex and pleasure, toys, lube and everything in between -- we're helping you to "Become CLITerate". You can follow Kat on Instagram and if you are looking for a sex therapist,...
Published 09/08/21
This week's guest, Meghan Watson, founder of Bloom Psychology, knocked our socks off! In this episode, Meghan walks us through the differences between Psychologists, Psychotherapists and Psychiatrists; she teaches us a bit about Body Based Healing and how to use it in your daily life; AND she shows us how fun and play can transform your entire perspective on how you live. You can follow Meghan on Instagram to stay up to date, and if you need help finding a dope Psychotherapist or just all...
Published 09/01/21
You asked and we answered, Cowes! This week we talk to the wonderful Dr. Ayeni, owner of Ayeni Plastic Surgery Institute on the pod and we talk all things plastic surgery and aesthetics. Dr. Ayeni is one of a handful of Black plastic surgeons in the country and he spills all the tea on what you need to know about going under the knife, or even just if you want a little botox of filler in your life. Plus, we answer the most important question you all asked... is he single.... but we won't...
Published 08/25/21
We're FINALLY back Cowe's with our good friend Jebril "Fresh" Jalloh, founder of Get Fresh Company. We chat about how he's stayed on his feet during the pandemic, how this crazy time has taught him to stop and celebrate the little things, and what's next for him and Get Fresh Company. Jebril's love for Toronto is on max in this episode and you'll end up with some incredible advice and tidbits from someone who has worked with the best of them. You can follow Fresh on Instagram @jbrjalloh and...
Published 08/18/21
*RE-RELEASE* Cowe's, we're back with our favourite CURL-friend, Vanessa Craft! If you didn't already know, Vanessa was the first Black Editor-in-Chief at Elle Magazine Globally, and is now the Director of Content Partnerships at TikTok -- that's right, TIKTOK. We had Vanessa as our keynote speaker a few years ago at our event, Coco Con (RIP to real life events, but don't worry, we'll be back!) and our girl is spitting FACTS at us this week. Like mic-dropping truths. Make sure to follow...
Published 08/11/21
*RE-RELEASE* If you haven't heard of Paul Jefferies aka Nineteen85, aka half of DVSN then we don't even know where you've been. Lucky for you, we've brought him right to your air-pods for an incredible discussion on his life as a music producer, how he diversified his portfolio and became a business man, the BLM movement and the real truth about owning your own masters in the music industry.  Make sure to follow Paul on Instagram. Follow us @cocoandcowe and check out our blog...
Published 08/04/21
*RE RELEASE* Shannae is one an OG influencer -- you know, the ones who started in the MySpace days with the Top 8 Friends (we might be dating ourselves with the pop culture reference, but that's okay). We are so excited to sit down with Shannae who spilled every secret she has on how to become an influencer, how to make your money and why it's okay to fail and get back up again. Shannae is a wealth of information and runs one of the most successful influencer agencies that specializes in...
Published 07/28/21
*RE-RELEASE* On this episode of Conversations With Coco + Friends, we sit down with the Roxy Earle to discuss Fat Phobia, Fashion and "Inclusivity". You may have seen her on Real Housewives of Toronto, or killing her clothing line collaboration with Le Chateau, speaking at the Women of Influence conference and just generally being a badass social media influencer. Make sure to follow us @CocoandCowe and check our our blog www.cocoandcowe.com. You can find Cleo and Pilar on Instagram too!...
Published 07/21/21
RE-RELEASE This week on the podcast, we get back to our roots with just the three of us. We decided we wanted for all of you to get to know us a little better by playing the card game "We're Not Really Strangers" card game, but with a twist... and by "twist" we just mean we thought it would be fun to get drunk and play. We hope you enjoy getting to know a bit more about us! Make sure to follow us @cocoandcowe and check out our blog www.cocoandcowe.com. You can follow Cleo and Pilar on...
Published 07/14/21
Friends... Hold on to your hats, because this conversation is one of our favourites EVER. We sit down with Shan Boodram, the Internet’s most sought-after, certified sex educator, dating coach and relationship expert with over 40 million YouTube views and author of best selling book, The Game of Desire: 5 Surprising Secrets to Dating with Dominance and Getting What You Want.  During this conversation, we talk about dating, love, sex and we get very candid in one of the best chats we had on our...
Published 07/07/21
Dhru Purohit, Founder of Broken Brain Podcast is one of the smartest people we've ever met -- bar none. We sat down with him in his Santa Monica studio, which he graciously lent us to use to record our podcast, and we went OFF. Buckle up for a slightly longer, but wildly informative conversation about friendships, loneliness, breaking habits and cultivating your best self.  Follow us @cocoandcowe and check out our blog www.cocoandcowe.com. You can find Cleo and Pilar on Instagram too!...
Published 06/30/21
While visiting LA, we had a fertility specialist lined up to interview about all things fertility (and in-fertility). That didn't end up happening because she bailed, so this episode brings us together for a candid conversation on fertility and what we wish they knew earlier on. Follow us @cocoandcowe and check out our blog www.cocoandcowe.com. You can find Cleo and Pilar on Instagram too!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 06/23/21
We're back with another trio episode where we sit down to discuss what each of us would tell our younger selves. Hindsight is always 20/20 when you've been through heartbreak, friendship changes, job changes and school. Make sure to check out Coco's blog post, 21 Things I Wish I Knew At 21 Make sure to follow us @cocoandcowe and check out our blog www.cocoandcowe.com. You can follow Cleo and Pilar on Instagram too!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 06/09/21
This week on the Pod, we have the vivacious Vivian Kaye, founder of Kinky Curly Yaki, a premium textured hair extension company. Vivian's journey to entrepreneurship started as a side hustle and grew into what's now a 7 figure business, all while being a single mom, bootstrapping her way to the top. Vivian shares so much insight with us on what it means to have "the Chadacity", how to get going (*hint* the answer is to just GO) and how she makes the best of tough situations. Make sure to...
Published 05/26/21
We've got another episode with the OG trio this week where we talk to you about how the heck to get going on that thing you've maybe been pushing off. We talk about how to get that side hustle off the ground, how to fail faster and some of the things that have helped each of us take the steps needed to get going.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 05/19/21
We know we're a bit late on this topic, Cowe's, but BUCKLE UP because we get into it on the Derrick Jaxn controversy. If you haven't heard about this, you can watch the video here or read this post to get brought up to speed on what we are talking about. We get real on this episode and spill all the tea on some of the experiences we've had with cheaters and why men like Derrick Jaxn seem to benefit from salacious and toxic behaviour. Here's a link to the Shan Boodram video we mention where...
Published 05/12/21
This week we sit down with our fellow Jamaican, Chef Craig Wong, Founder of Patois and Bar Mignonette to talk about how he's kept his businesses afloat through COVID, how becoming a father has made him a more patient and better man, and what inspires him to keep cooking and dreaming big. We also look at the nuance that comes with being of Jamaican-Chinese heritage in the midst of #StopAsianHate and #BlackLivesMatter and how we can all do better spreading love and keeping the vibes positive....
Published 04/21/21
Cowe's, we're back with our favourite CURL-friend, Vanessa Craft! If you didn't already know, Vanessa was the first Black Editor-in-Chief at Elle Magazine Globally, and is now the Director of Content Partnerships at TikTok -- that's right, TIKTOK. We had Vanessa as our keynote speaker a few years ago at our event, Coco Con (RIP to real life events, but don't worry, we'll be back!) and our girl is spitting FACTS at us this week. Like mic-dropping truths. Make sure to follow...
Published 04/14/21
This week we chatted with our favourite mom-duo from Toronto, Cat and Nat! This bestie duo has a whopping 7 kids between the two of them, 2 husbands, a successful podcast called Mom Truths, a clothing brand called TayLivi and so much more. We dig into the realities of COVID, the new book they are writing together and how they keep things positive, even in a sea of uncertainty. Their infectious energy brought some brightness to our week and we hope it does the same for you! Make sure to...
Published 04/07/21
This week we sit down with the wonderful Kaché Byrd of This Byrd's Nest. She's a mama to SIX beautiful kids and runs a thriving business as an influencer. We chat about what it's been like handling 6 kids, how she finds time for herself and the key to making things work *hint* it requires a lot of planning. Make sure to follow us @cocoandcowe and check out our blog www.cocoandcowe.com. You can follow Cleo and Pilar on Instagram too!   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Published 03/31/21
This week on Conversations With Coco + Friends, we sit down with one of our FAVOURITE writers at Refinery29's Unbothered, Senior Editor Kathleen Newman-Bremang. We cover the gambit this week in our discussion and chat about the trauma of 2020, what she's up to at Refinery29's Unbothered, and how she really feels about the Meghan Markle interview with the legendary Oprah. Make sure to follow us @cocoandcowe and check out our blog www.cocoandcowe.com. You can follow Cleo and Pilar on...
Published 03/24/21