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“I’m on the hunt for a Black podcast, especially post the election. I need levity. This one, is not the one. Post the election the host is blaming everyone who didn’t vote for Kamala for her loss. Saying folks deserve whatever horrible things happen to them under a new president. We deserve more...”Read full review »
3AXSs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/19/24
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“Started listening for a couple months now & y’all are hilarious. When my funds get right I will join the Patreon community, but I love you all so much! Dustin you are my favorite, especially with the reads in the beginning. XOXO”
Lovegal1236 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/24
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“The conversation regarding safety skills against white nationalists and Fran asking “ I wonder what safety skills those would be?” Dustin’s response in and me sanging out loud POW POW POW POW at the same time.. I’m laughing sooo hard but seriously, what he said was my immediate response!”
Jap8694 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/24
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“Respectfully, the music segment has gotten long and uninteresting. It seems like it’s trying to become its own show within a show. If that’s the case, make it the very last segment. What happened to Dustin’s tv recap? I get that yall have the patreon, but shorten the music man segment and give us...”Read full review »
Shonda Nicole via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/24
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“I love the show and you guys…. But I had to cut it off because of the interruptions. Can you guys please take heed to the comments a lot of ppl have said this but it’s getting worse”
coolasafanfly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/24
“I have listened off and on and have never truly liked Dustin, he's so negative, vulgar and thinks he's so funny. Always interrupting the other hosts and I'm tired of his obsession with Trump and reality tv. I listen because I love Fran, wish she would get her own podcast because this...”Read full review »
Suzaha via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/24
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“I know the world is heavy right now but episodes have been hard to lesson to lately with all the fear mongering. I know the show likes to tackle more serious topics sometimes. But lately the energy has been feeling so heavy and kinda…giving musty brain. Where is the light? Where is the wellness?”
ImJustAGirlIE via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/09/24
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“NewER listener here! In the past month, I’ve needed a new pod to help put a smile on my face…y’all have done just that! So much so that I’ve started from the beginning of the year while I wait for your Wednesday drops! …and the music segment!? Forget it! My playlists are POPPIN bc of all your...”Read full review »
Mase N’ Her via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/24
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“Love this podcast 🩷”
teaPrim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/27/24
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“It’s October, so my mom and I are joyfully re-listening to the Natalia Grace episode. I am screaming all over again. The commentary is unmatched. I love this show so much. Fran, Dustin, and Assanté deserve all the good things. 🫶🏽”
Bri_2319 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/26/24
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“DUSTIIIINNNNNNNN 😭😂 not you quoting Kodak Black and no one catching it 🤭 “I hope so””
haitian91 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/24
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“I am somewhat new to podcast world and couldn’t find shows giving energy that I rock with until I found The Friend Zone! Thank you Dustin, Fran, and Assante for your individual and collective talents! Dustin- Special shout out for your recent view about Kim Burrell “apolo-lying”. I agreed with...”Read full review »
fe_niix via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/26/24
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“Seems like Dustin enjoys brushing assante off. His episodes & views are never respected . Comes off as rude corny jokes.”
Nah buddy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/24
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“Love the podcast but please let Assante talk, it’s very frustrating.”
Jaimr!2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/26/24
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“Sometimes I’m like, b r e a t h e! I LOVE this show, but you can be long winded in getting to the point.”
andlpz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/24
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“Fran you have inspired me so much with your Driving journey. I’m a few episodes behind, I’m just hearing about how you drove to the dentist. I have been struggling to get behind the wheel. I am in my forties and I have had my license for 4 years and have only driven twice, because I am terrified....”Read full review »
Laurbella0430 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/22/24
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“This is a great show but the constant interruption to their co host assante is becoming unbearable. Dustin will drag his dad jokes way too long and consistently try to find a joke in everything..”
nffddbdddd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/24
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“Heyyyyy I feel like Bey chose post Malone because he is one of those artists that goes from hip hop to rock, to alternative and that is what bey is doing. Going through the different genres of music. House to country. Post Malone is a great artist to jump into country with !!!”
Day_sunshine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/24
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“Love this podcast, but can yall please stop interrupting and changing the topic while Assante’s talking?”
Kellie Payne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
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“Can yall please stop interrupting Assante! 😂”
Aukeya via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/03/24
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“I used to REALLY love this show. I was a weekly listener since the beginning. I don’t know what has happened in the past year or two but it’s time for me to move on. To say this show is about ‘mental wellness’ is a reach. Dustin has become insufferable. He is simply not mature enough for the type...”Read full review »
LauraLindaSue via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/24
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“Dustin is a man of many talents! But this last episode of the when he did the impression of Neeka from RHOP, that was PRICELESS!!!!”
KEAKS_STL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“I’ve been a listener for 5 years & can honestly say I love yall even when I don’t agree with 100% of the perspectives shared. I appreciate y’all’s honestly, transparency & the laughsss🤣 . Also LET ASANTÈ SPEAK!”
raine9229 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/24
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“This podcast has been great for laughs, but the Backpack Rapper episode a bit of a disappointment. I agree that not everyone needs to publicly state via instagram their opinion about the genocide that is happening in Gaza, but they seemed to minimize or dismiss the pro-liberation movement that...”Read full review »
Scientist1237 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/24
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“Honestly, the recent conversations about Palestine have been disappointing. Particularly the stances of Dustin & Assante. Very craven, both-sides, that’s not my business, “I don’t know enough”, type attitudes and it’s disgusting given we’re talking about genocide.
I just feel like this time...”Read full review »
Chantell Ross via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/24
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“Honestly the friendzone was my introduction to the podcast world because I was tired of media controlled by Ad and corporation! But they have become just that! I’m thankful that I was introduced to there friends like Around the way curls, The read and all Jades podcast who still stand for things...”Read full review »
thr runaway wildflower via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/28/24
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“At first I thought the Asante interruptions were an accident but it’s clear Dustin and Fran do it on purpose. It’s unfortunate.
New Year, still interrupting Asante.”
BettayJo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/21/24
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“The best well rounded, hilarious, thoughtful podcast around”
Sin Pakak via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/15/23
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“I am a long-time listener and I can still say I love this show so much. It is such a great part of my week. I really enjoy the chemistry between the three of y’all. There isn’t anything like it. Thank you so much for all the laughs, all the black businesses, and all the joy that you share and...”Read full review »
I am so Disappoint via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/15/23
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“I love this show so much. I got to see y’all live in 2017 in Chicago, I can’t wait for y’all to go on a live tour again. This show has gotten me through so much, for the last 7 years! You three were meant to have a show!”
Malkia_1993 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/14/23
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“Okay I love the show but y’all need to stop interrupting Assante segments. Let the man make his point and then make the comments and jokes that we love. It happens every time he has a segment and it’s clearly intentional”
ladypates via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/01/23
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“I’ve listened to this podcast for many years as I love Justin and Assante but have had to take breaks from time to time because of how insufferable Fran is. In lastest episode, Topenga, the group speaks about the genocide occurring in the middle east not in the context of how horrible it is and...”Read full review »
AM13193 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
11/24/23
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“The Read said Free Palestine twice. Then here they go with an episode about why you shouldn’t even ask them to say it.”
8 year listener via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/23/23
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“This show has gotten me through just about every season of my adulthood. Thank you Fran, Assante, and Dustin for all that you do!”
myanixonr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/23
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“I have over 200 episodes saved just so I can listen again for laughs, fun facts , life hacks, lessons, wellness tips & more ! The podcast is so well rounded; I never get bored with it.”
Aye Yo Jassy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/24/23
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“Is it just me or does the audio either skip or lap?”
Amore1020 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/23
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“I love this podcast. As an active smoker and a creative for many years, I can tell when weed starts to affect my work, thought process and speech. This episode was a hard listen. Assante, love, I’m rooting for a cleanse! Y’all keep being great! ❤️”
ButWhoAmI via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/23
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“but assante, please prepare an outline for your episodes so it’s easier to follow for yourself AND the listeners. this week was hard to enjoy and dustin’s constant unnecessary interruptions didn’t help. y’all have been doing this too long for this to still be happening.”
chelsea (a girl has no chill) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/23
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“I really enjoy the show, especially the silliness that Dustin bring to the show; but y’all have to learn Asant’e finish his thoughts. Y’all know he can’t stay focused for too long and will start to ramble. But please let him make his point , because sometimes it takes forever for him to get there...”Read full review »
Sumayyah89 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/23
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“Assantè, you don’t need to give us all the disclaimers and side notes before you begin your segment. Dustin was right this episode, all the negative talk is unnecessary. As a long time listener…I understand your style of storytelling, your way of thinking, I get your jokes. You are an amazing...”Read full review »
Kaylahkent_ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/23
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“My family experienced a bed bug infestation about 10 years ago and we had to dispose of EVERYTHING! Couches, beds, chairs, you name it. On top of the quarantine procedures we had to take months after we rid the problem.
I pray to God I never experience that again. It absolutely weighs on your...”Read full review »
esSVee1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/23
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