CockTales: Dirty Discussions

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This week we’re joined by producer and BET host Brian “B-Mac” McIntosh for an honest conversation about modern dating, boundaries, emotional growth, and what healthy relationships actually look like.

We talk about how dating changes in your 30s, why moving too fast in relationships can create chaos, and how men and women often misunderstand each other when it comes to vulnerability and emotional needs. The conversation dives into casual dating vs commitment, love languages, communication, and the importance of boundaries in modern relationships.

B-Mac opens up about fatherhood, co-parenting, career growth, and learning how to be emotionally available in a world where social media and public opinion never stop talking. We also discuss the pressure to share your life online, handling criticism, and the reality of building relationships while still healing.

If you’ve ever struggled with situationships, dating boundaries, emotional attachment, or figuring out what healthy dating looks like, this episode is for you.

In this episode we discuss:
 • Dating in your 30s vs your 20s
 • Boundaries in relationships
 • Casual dating vs commitment
 • Emotional maturity and vulnerability
 • Love languages and communication
 • Co-parenting and modern fatherhood
 • Healing while dating
 • Social media and relationships

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This week on CockTales: Dirty Discussions, we’re asking the real question: Who has shut-up money?!

We kick things off with travel nostalgia and vacation dreams before running straight into the hilarious reality of adulthood. We dive into the chaos of planning family vacations, organizing group trips, setting budgets, and why everyone wants a luxury trip until it’s time to pay the deposit.

In this episode, we talk about:
• The stress of planning trips with friends and family
• Budget conversations nobody wants to have
• The difference between work travel vs real vacations
• Why group chats can’t plan trips to save their lives
• Dream destinations vs real-life responsibilities

Then it’s time for Weird Sex, and this story is truly unforgettable. A shocking medical discovery sparks a conversation about embarrassment, health, and the wild things people do in relationships.

We wrap things up with Valentine’s Day vibes, listener advice, and plenty of laughs along the way.

Cocktail of the Week 🍸The Emotional Intelligence
Smoky, sweet, spicy, and perfectly balanced — just like the conversations.Ingredients
• 2 oz mezcal
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• ¾ oz fresh lime juice
• ½ oz agave syrup (adjust to taste)
• Tajín for rim (optional)
• Ice
• Pineapple wedge or lime wheel for garnishDirections
Lightly rim a rocks glass with Tajín (optional).

Add mezcal, pineapple juice, lime juice, and agave to a shaker with ice.

Shake well until chilled.

Strain over fresh ice in the prepared glass.

Garnish with a pineapple wedge or lime wheel.

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Chapters
00:00:00 - Introduction and Cocktail Recipe
00:00:49 - Reminiscing Past Experiences
00:04:25 - Planning for Family Vacations
00:13:51 - Weird Sex Segment
00:15:17 - Bizarre Medical Story
00:17:56 - Sponsor Message: BB Health
00:20:26 - Valentine's Day and Relationships
00:31:33 - Valentine's Day Survival Guide
00:33:47 - TV Show Recommendations
00:44:07 - Advice Segment: Long Distance Relationship
00:46:57 - Long Distance Relationship Breakdown
00:50:47 - Advice and Reflections

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February looks a little different this year… because we are letting men take the mic.
To kick off our February Men’s Series, we are joined by actor, producer, veteran and content creator Mike Bless aka Michael Anthony. This conversation dives deep into dating, emotional healing, masculinity and the realities of modern relationships from a male perspective.

We talk about how men process heartbreak, the role of honesty in dating, why communication looks different for men, and the idea that many men heal quietly instead of publicly. Mike opens up about accountability, emotional vulnerability, dating expectations and the importance of being honest about intentions early.

Of course, we also get into power dynamics in relationships, monogamy vs honesty, the Atlanta dating scene, men wearing purses (yes, we went there), and why giving space in early dating might actually be healthy.

This episode kicks off a full month of real conversations with men about love, growth, healing and relationships — and we are listening.

Cocktail of the Week: The Leading Man

Ingredients
2 oz bourbon
 1 oz blood orange juice
 ½ oz simple or honey syrup
 2 dashes Angostura bitters
 Orange peel garnish

Instructions
Add bourbon, blood orange juice, syrup and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.
Stir for about 20–25 seconds until well chilled.
Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
Express the oils from an orange peel over the drink and drop it in.

Sip, stare dramatically into the distance, and pretend you’re the main character.
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Are you getting a good Relationship ROI, or are you just operating in chaos? This week, Kiki and Medinah discuss the importance of intentionality—from your wellness routine to your brunch dates. We’re diving into why separated checks at a bottomless mimosa brunch might actually be the ultimate green flag for clarity.

In This Episode: The ladies discuss the transition from "brunch friends" to "real life" support and why Medinah appreciated a guy friend being 100% upfront about financial boundaries. We also get into the "weird sex" story of the week: a romantic shower that turned into an Olympic sport when the curtain rod gave up. Plus, Kiki talks about the struggle of people always "outsourcing" their work to her—from party planning to free makeup sessions.

We also cover:
Intentional Health: Why your "Relationship ROI" starts with your own rest and wellness.

The "Ghost" Eyebrow Incident: Why you should always have a backup makeup artist.

Advice: Navigating a friendship that went cold during a season of grief and new motherhood.

This Week's Cocktail: The Calm but Curious Mule
A refreshing, spicy mocktail (with an optional kick).

Ingredients:Ginger Beer
Pear Juice or Nectar
Fresh Lemon Juice
Garnish: Cinnamon stick or Star Anise

Instructions:Fill a copper mug or rocks glass with ice.
Add the pear juice and fresh lemon.
Top with ginger beer.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick or star anise and enjoy!

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What’s Your Superpower?

In this episode of CockTales: Dirty Discussions, Kiki and Medinah tap into reflection, purpose, and grown-woman clarity as they unpack the question: what’s your real superpower? From unexpected “God wink” moments to conversations about confidence, imposter syndrome, and walking into rooms knowing you belong, this episode is about recognizing your value without needing permission.

The ladies open up about how their strengths show up in work, relationships, and community — and why sometimes it takes a stranger, a producer, or a quiet moment to remind you that you’re exactly where you’re supposed to be. They also talk about commitment in this season of life, learning how to say no without guilt, setting boundaries that actually protect your peace, and why burnout isn’t a badge of honor.

In Weird Sex, the conversation turns to curiosity, threesomes, and ethical non-monogamy — breaking down how to talk about fantasies honestly, why curiosity doesn’t equal dissatisfaction, and how consent and communication make all the difference.

As always, things take a turn into real life: fostering chaotic cats, stepping back from dating, learning new skills, choosing rest, and staying grounded when life feels overwhelming. If you’ve been questioning your path, feeling stuck, or wondering whether you’re doing enough, this episode is a reminder that your presence, your voice, and your energy matter more than you think.

Sometimes your superpower isn’t loud — it’s just consistent.

🍹 This Week’s Cocktail: The Soft Launch Spritz (Mocktail)

A fresh, light mocktail perfect for Dry January — or spike it if you’re feeling spicy.

Ingredients

3 oz fresh grapefruit juice (use less if you’re not a grapefruit girl)
Splash of fresh lime juice
1 oz agave or honey
Sparkling water
Fresh rosemary sprig

How to Make
Shake the grapefruit juice, lime juice, and agave (or honey) with ice.
Strain into a wine glass over ice, top with sparkling water, and garnish with a rosemary sprig.
Before adding the rosemary, gently slap it between your palms to release the oils — pretty and aromatic.

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