3 The Grown Way is a weekly Podcast where 3 college friends who met as "kids" on their college campus over 25 years ago now talk about the what it really means to be GROWN  as they discuss topics that shape their everyday lives.

3 The Grown Way is a weekly Podcast where 3 college friends who met as "kids" on their college campus over 25 years ago now talk about the what it really means to be GROWN  as they discuss topics that shape their everyday lives.

3 The Grown Way

Erikka feels like Black Colleges provide a family atmosphere.  Nikki wants to ensure that the legacy is carried from one generation to the next and Dr. E offers help to ensure that students are mentally prepared for college. 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Erikka feels like Black Colleges provide a family atmosphere.  Nikki wants to ensure that the legacy is carried from one generation to the next and Dr. E offers help to ensure that students are mentally prepared for college. 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Black Colleges Matter

Erikka gives praise to Venus Williams for being an advocate for equal pay for women in sports.  Dr E. wonders if "Temporal Flexibilty" is the key to closing the gender gap and Nikki makes a smoothie and channels Rihanna for inspiration. 3thegrownway@gmail.com  #3thegrownway

Erikka gives praise to Venus Williams for being an advocate for equal pay for women in sports.  Dr E. wonders if "Temporal Flexibilty" is the key to closing the gender gap and Nikki makes a smoothie and channels Rihanna for inspiration. <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

Pay me what you owe me...

Erikka feels like kids should not get paid for having good grades, if that's the case her parents owe her some money.  Nikki has a huge pet peeve with tips jars all over the place and Dr. E feels like if we are giving trophies to every one who participates then we should get rid of, The Olympics, The Super bowl and any other organized sport.  I think everyone agrees that everybody should not get a trophy. 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Erikka feels like kids should not get paid for having good grades, if that's the case her parents owe her some money.  Nikki has a huge pet peeve with tips jars all over the place and Dr. E feels like if we are giving trophies to every one who participates then we should get rid of, The Olympics, The Super bowl and any other organized sport.  I think everyone agrees that everybody should not get a trophy. <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

Everybody doesn't get a Trophy 

The Ladies of 3 the Grown Way discuss ways that we can protect our girls and ensure that we as black women are setting a positive example for our young black girls. Join the conversation!  Opening Clip: Yara Shahidi for 2017 Black Girls Rock acceptance speech Study:  Girlhood Interrupted The Erasure of Black Girls' Childhood Volume 1 Book Club emcgee1969@yahoo.com 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

The Ladies of 3 the Grown Way discuss ways that we can protect our girls and ensure that we as black women are setting a positive example for our young black girls. Join the conversation!  Opening Clip: Yara Shahidi for 2017 Black Girls Rock acceptance speech Study:  <a href="https://www.law.georgetown.edu/news/press-releases/Black-Girls-Viewed-As-Less-Innocent-Than-White-Girls-Georgetown-Law-Research-Finds.cfm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Girlhood Interrupted The Erasure of Black Girls' Childhood</a> Volume 1 Book Club <a href="mailto:emcgee1969@yahoo.com">emcgee1969@yahoo.com</a> <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

Who's Protecting our black girls and women?

Dr. E and Nikki celebrate the honorees of Black Girls Rock 2017 and discuss what they liked and did not like about the show, the performers and some of the speeches.  Join the conversation and see if you agree with the critique.

Dr. E and Nikki celebrate the honorees of Black Girls Rock 2017 and discuss what they liked and did not like about the show, the performers and some of the speeches.  Join the conversation and see if you agree with the critique.

Black Girls Rock 2017 Review

Erikka, Nikki, Dr. E and their male guest Aahmad "King Aahmad" talk about can Men and Women Really Be Friends?  The age old question is on the table once again and every one has their own opinion, so much so that we have divided this podcast into 2 parts. Erikka has a friend that refuses to introduce her to any other males even though he is "happily" married. Nikki feels that "true" friends don't kiss,  Aahmad feels that men can separate sex from a friendship easier then women can while Dr. E feels that friends can kiss on the lips and still be friends. Join the conversation and let us know what you think at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Erikka, Nikki, Dr. E and their male guest Aahmad "King Aahmad" talk about can Men and Women Really Be Friends?  The age old question is on the table once again and every one has their own opinion, so much so that we have divided this podcast into 2 parts. Erikka has a friend that refuses to introduce her to any other males even though he is "happily" married. Nikki feels that "true" friends don't kiss,  Aahmad feels that men can separate sex from a friendship easier then women can while Dr. E feels that friends can kiss on the lips and still be friends. Join the conversation and let us know what you think at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

Can Men and Women Really Be Friends? Pt. 1

Erikka, Nikki an Dr. E welcome a special guest Michael Goggins  to discuss The Value of Black Lives.  The ladies and Michael discuss perspectives from a male view as well as a female view.  I think everyone agrees that things will be slow to progress with the new administration in office. Let us know your thoughts! 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Erikka, Nikki an Dr. E welcome a special guest Michael Goggins  to discuss The Value of Black Lives.  The ladies and Michael discuss perspectives from a male view as well as a female view.  I think everyone agrees that things will be slow to progress with the new administration in office. Let us know your thoughts! <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

The Value of Black Lives Pt. 1

The conversation continues... Nikki can't understand if the relationship is "wacked" why can't we just kick it, Erikka pleads the fifth on sex buddies, Dr. E thinks women really control where the relationship will lead while our guest Ahmad informs us that women can be placed in the friend zone as well.  Join the conversation! 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

The conversation continues... Nikki can't understand if the relationship is "wacked" why can't we just kick it, Erikka pleads the fifth on sex buddies, Dr. E thinks women really control where the relationship will lead while our guest Ahmad informs us that women can be placed in the friend zone as well.  Join the conversation! <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

Can Men and Women Really Be Friends Pt. 2

Join the ladies as they share their feelings and thoughts on some of their favorite shows. Erica is sending out made love to Julio from Power, Nikki wants to why Issa didn't just deny, deny, deny that she slept with Daniel and Erica feels that many people are to blame for Whitney Houston's death. All the ladies agree that the Biggie documentary led by his mother and Faith Evans was awesome. Join the conversation, let us know what you think? 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Join the ladies as they share their feelings and thoughts on some of their favorite shows. Erica is sending out made love to Julio from Power, Nikki wants to why Issa didn't just deny, deny, deny that she slept with Daniel and Erica feels that many people are to blame for Whitney Houston's death. All the ladies agree that the Biggie documentary led by his mother and Faith Evans was awesome. Join the conversation, let us know what you think? 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Season Finale Wrap Up Power, Insecure, Can I be Me Whitney Houston and Notorious B I G

3 The Grown Way is a weekly podcast hosted by Erikka, Nikki and Dr. E who attended a historical black college, Morris Brown College, and are three grown women who have experienced life, love and growth together for over 30 years.  This podcast will discuss hot topics on politics, entertainment, health &amp; wellness and mental health.  Please join us and our guests each week as we can give you a healthy portion of grown conversation, political talk, wellness advocacy, mental stimulation and of course, the tea!!

Love these 3 ladies! I met Nikki at a smoothie shop in ATL and in our quick convo she turned me on to her podcast!. 3 women of color nad college buddies who have come back together after a few years makes for lively and opinionated talk. Love the last podcast I heard when they reviwed Power. So much fun, and their opinions are varied, which makes for great banter!

Laughs and thoughtfulness from each episode!

I LOVE listening to the ladies it seems like I’m sitting right there talking laughing and enjoying the topics...GREAT PODCAST 💙

Conversation....

Erikka and Nikki welcome guest host Mike "Money Mike" Davis who is sitting in for Dr. E to discuss if todays relationships can survive infidelity. From Jay Z and Beyonce to you and I, do we have what it takes to handle the up and downs that comes with todays relationsnhips. Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Erikka and Nikki welcome guest host Mike "Money Mike" Davis who is sitting in for Dr. E to discuss if todays relationships can survive infidelity. From Jay Z and Beyonce to you and I, do we have what it takes to handle the up and downs that comes with todays relationsnhips. Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Surviving Infidelity

Erikka, Nikki and Guest resident host Money Mike sit down to talk about should Pastors be held to a higher standard?  Share your thoughts and let us know what you think.  Join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypadcast

Erikka, Nikki and Guest resident host Money Mike sit down to talk about should Pastors be held to a higher standard?  Share your thoughts and let us know what you think.  Join the conversation at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownwaypadcast

Speaking in tongues

Erikka, Nikki and Dr E welcome our guest Bobbi Edmond to discuss what a minimalist lifestyle looks like.  Are you a consumer of a lot of stuff?  Listen and join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

Erikka, Nikki and Dr E welcome our guest Bobbi Edmond to discuss what a minimalist lifestyle looks like.  Are you a consumer of a lot of stuff?  Listen and join the conversation at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownwaypodcast

MINIMALISM Why do we have so much stuff?

The Ladies walk down memory lane by sharing some of their favorite Hoooooomecoming memories while in school at Morris Brown College and some of their favorite college memories. Erikka remembers being boo'd up during the first 2 weeks of college. Nikki remembers all the memories from the homecoming concerts and Dr. E reminds us of a hard lesson learned when you think your "grown" while in college. Opening Music: A Different World opening Music Star Power: Our own Brownite: Dr. Rhonda Conerly Holliday Join the conversation and tell us about some of your memorable moments during homecoming. 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

The Ladies walk down memory lane by sharing some of their favorite Hoooooomecoming memories while in school at Morris Brown College and some of their favorite college memories. Erikka remembers being boo'd up during the first 2 weeks of college. Nikki remembers all the memories from the homecoming concerts and Dr. E reminds us of a hard lesson learned when you think your "grown" while in college. Opening Music: A Different World opening Music Star Power: Our own Brownite: Dr. Rhonda Conerly Holliday Join the conversation and tell us about some of your memorable moments during homecoming. 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Homecoming and Eyelashes

 Nikki and Dr. E chop it up about all things that are going on from the new movie Harriet to Watchmen on HBO in this conversation with friends.  Chime in via email at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Nikki and Dr. E chop it up about all things that are going on from the new movie Harriet to Watchmen on HBO in this conversation with friends.  Chime in via email at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

A Conversation between Friends

Do you know if your child's school system has a Transgender Policy for students?  Do you know what the policy states? Erikka, Nikki, and Guest Hosts Money Mike and Googins talk about a transgender policy in the school systems and their feelings behind it.  Join the conversation and let us know you thoughts st 3thegrownway@gmail.com Check out the previous episode The New Normal where we discuss children being exposed to alternative lifestyles.

Do you know if your child's school system has a Transgender Policy for students?  Do you know what the policy states? Erikka, Nikki, and Guest Hosts Money Mike and Googins talk about a transgender policy in the school systems and their feelings behind it.  Join the conversation and let us know you thoughts st 3thegrownway@gmail.com Check out the previous episode <a href="http://traffic.libsyn.com/3thegrownway/Is_this_the_new_normal_.mp3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The New Normal</a> where we discuss children being exposed to alternative lifestyles.

Transgender Policy in School Systems

Erikka, Nikki, Dr E and resident guest host Money Mike share opinions on what changes you are willing to accept within a relationship or marriage of your partner.  Coming for the scandal with Lela and Antwoine, everyone is triggered.  Share your opinions at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

Erikka, Nikki, Dr E and resident guest host Money Mike share opinions on what changes you are willing to accept within a relationship or marriage of your partner.  Coming for the scandal with Lela and Antwoine, everyone is triggered.  Share your opinions at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownwaypodcast

For Better or Worse

If you're not living in a bubble you've see the news coverage on the effects of Vaping.  Erikka, Nikki and Dr. E talk about why is it consider an epidemic.  Listen and join the conversation at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

If you're not living in a bubble you've see the news coverage on the effects of Vaping.  Erikka, Nikki and Dr. E talk about why is it consider an epidemic.  Listen and join the conversation at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownwaypodcast

Caugnt the Vapors

Erikka, Nikki and Money Mike dig into the listener emails and discuss an issue that a listener lets us in on...your bedroom is a place where things happen between you and your partner, but what happens when they want something in the bedroom that you are not comfortable with.  Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts via email at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast 

Erikka, Nikki and Money Mike dig into the listener emails and discuss an issue that a listener lets us in on...your bedroom is a place where things happen between you and your partner, but what happens when they want something in the bedroom that you are not comfortable with.  Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts via email at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownwaypodcast

Tossed Salad Anyone?

The Ladies Get in to the "Grown" Business of making sure you have the accurate selections for your health insurance.  Erikka walks us through the steps of breaking down health and dental Insurance options. Erikka explains to us her "Little Black Dress" project with the Junior League of Atlanta.  TO make a contribution, please click on this link  http://www.city-data.com/pover…/poverty-Atlanta-Georgia.html Nikki puts a challenge out to all to "Commit to Be Fit."  Join us on our challenge...3 days a week, 30 minutes of movement minimum for 30 days.  Post on our Instagram page your picture each day when you log your Commit to Be Fit. Dr. E reminds us to use the mental health benefits that may included with your health insurance. Join the conversation. #3thegrownway 3thegrownway@gmail.com

The Ladies Get in to the "Grown" Business of making sure you have the accurate selections for your health insurance.  Erikka walks us through the steps of breaking down health and dental Insurance options. Erikka explains to us her "Little Black Dress" project with the Junior League of Atlanta.  TO make a contribution, please click on this link  <a href="http://www.city-data.com/poverty/poverty-Atlanta-Georgia.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.city-data.com/pover…/poverty-Atlanta-Georgia.html</a> Nikki puts a challenge out to all to "Commit to Be Fit."  Join us on our challenge...3 days a week, 30 minutes of movement minimum for 30 days.  Post on our Instagram page your picture each day when you log your Commit to Be Fit. Dr. E reminds us to use the mental health benefits that may included with your health insurance. Join the conversation. #3thegrownway 3thegrownway@gmail.com

Taking Care of Business and Getting your House in Order

If your child, niece or nephew came to you and told you that they may be attracted to the same sex...what would your response be?  Erikka, Nikki, Guest Host Money Mike and Guest Michael Goggins talk about what some may consider the "New Normal" Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts at 3thegrownway@gmail.com Movie: Boss: The Black Experience in Business | Video | Boss: The Black Experience in Business | PBS Sound Clip: This is Us - Tess comes out to Beth and Randall LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER NATIONAL HOTLINE 1-888-843-4564

If your child, niece or nephew came to you and told you that they may be attracted to the same sex...what would your response be?  Erikka, Nikki, Guest Host Money Mike and Guest Michael Goggins talk about what some may consider the "New Normal" Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> Movie: <a href="https://www.pbs.org/wnet/boss/video/boss-the-black-experience-in-business-nguxge/?utm_source=facebook&amp;utm_medium=pdsocial&amp;utm_term=FL&amp;utm_campaign=bossstreaming&amp;fbclid=IwAR1oEljvLGSO5VhJ_fB2VcJPLjm5fK2NBr1SHVd3wZnxHcmRrfdHWoG3g-E" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Boss: The Black Experience in Business | Video | Boss: The Black Experience in Business | PBS</a> Sound Clip: This is Us - Tess comes out to Beth and Randall LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER NATIONAL HOTLINE 1-888-843-4564

Is this the new normal?

Erikka believes that wearing a onesie is a must during the colder days, Nikki is back from Amsterdam and feeling relaxed while Dr. E is making a commitment to wear heels more often and get her sexy back.   Join the ladies as they just shoot the shit and have girl talk.  Join the conversation and share your opinions at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownway

Erikka believes that wearing a onesie is a must during the colder days, Nikki is back from Amsterdam and feeling relaxed while Dr. E is making a commitment to wear heels more often and get her sexy back.   Join the ladies as they just shoot the shit and have girl talk.  Join the conversation and share your opinions at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownway

Girl Talk and a Onesie

Nikki, Dr. E and Guest resident host Money Mike talk about the topic of "When does No mean No?"  Have you ever been playing the cat an mouse game of No then eventually leads to a "YES?"  This is a conversation that you should join in at 3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast

Nikki, Dr. E and Guest resident host Money Mike talk about the topic of "When does No mean No?"  Have you ever been playing the cat an mouse game of No then eventually leads to a "YES?"  This is a conversation that you should join in at <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownwaypodcast

When does No mean No?

Erikka, Nikki and resident Guest Host Money Mike invite Family to the show Michael Goggins to have some fun and talk about our TOP 5...top five celebrity crushes, places you would like to live and visit, restaurants and top 5 places you like to have sex.  Join the conversation and have some fun with us as well.  3thegrownway@gmail.com #3thegrownwaypodcast 

Erikka, Nikki and resident Guest Host Money Mike invite Family to the show Michael Goggins to have some fun and talk about our TOP 5...top five celebrity crushes, places you would like to live and visit, restaurants and top 5 places you like to have sex.  Join the conversation and have some fun with us as well.  <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a> #3thegrownwaypodcast

Top 5 with Mike and Mike

Erikka, Nikki and Dr E talk about living life with the Covid19.  Join the conversation by sending us an email to 3thegrownway@gmail.com  #3thegrownaypodast

Erikka, Nikki and Dr E talk about living life with the Covid19.  Join the conversation by sending us an email to <a href="mailto:3thegrownway@gmail.com">3thegrownway@gmail.com</a>  #3thegrownaypodast

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