Dating, Relationships, And Love (drl)

Marwa grew up in a strict Muslim household where she thought she would be married by 24. She's sharing what it's like to "date" while Muslim and how she now balances marriage, work, and a toddler.

After a year-long situationship, Ondrea decided to take some time to re-evaluate what she was looking for in a husband. She got rid of the six-pack, six-foot, six-figure requirement and left only three things on her list. Ondrea is sharing how rethinking her list led her to the kind of man she's always wanted. 

Tennesha sits down with her ex Jerry to get answers about the day he broke her heart and why he wasn't ready for a commitment.

Tennesha shares all the big changes in her life in 2019 and why she's happier than ever. She's also taking listener questions and giving advice on how to deal with mixed signals and cheapskates.  

Tennesha explains why she's upset after a recent conversation with her ex. 

Have you ever made a SWOT analysis for your life? Haley did and she realized that she needed to spend some time getting to know herself after two long term relationships. Haley is sharing what three years of being singe taught her and why she avoids dinner dates at all cost.

Sylvia met a man who was perfect on paper; great career, attractive, and wanted to settle down and start a family. He proposed and they moved in together and were soon hit with the harsh realities of growing apart and being diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. She's sharing how she got through that dark time and where they are today. 

After leaving an abusive relationship, Tazia is ready to date again. She's sharing what she learned from her last relationship and what she's looking for now.

Jennae got her fairy tale when she married her best friend and had children. The marriage took a turn when Jennae and her husband were forced to live apart and she was suffering from postpartum depression. Jennae is sharing why she sought emotional support from another man and how she fought to save her marriage. 

Shy guy Travis was excited when he met 'Karen' on Tinder and sparks immediately flew. He soon found out that she also attracted to women and wasn't willing to commit to just him. He's sharing how he navigated this uncharted territory and what he learned from it. 

Married at 20, Asea is sharing why she got married so young and how she and her husband came together despite him not being her type initially.   

Inayah is newly "un-single" and she's not quite ready to categorize it as a relationship until she's sure there's a future with her younger boo. Inayah is sharing what it's like dating a man four years her junior and how she's showing him the ropes of an adult relationship. 

Model De'Ana Fierce made the decision to come out to her parents in college, and it put a strain on her family. De'Ana has stayed true to herself alongside her partner of 11 years. She's sharing how their foundation of friendship has brought them through difficult times. Tennesha helps De'Ana to move forward and share her future plans with her family.

Tennesha is talking about her recent life change and answering listener questions about what it's like dating a man with children. She's also giving advice on navigating communicating in your relationship, not straying your marriage, and sharing why you should ask for a credit score up front.  

Essence is back for part of 2. Hilarity ensues when she shares her most memorable dates during the 12 years she's been single. She discusses everything from fancy dates at Chipotle knockoffs to the guy who was determined to feed her venison.

Essence has been singe for the last 12 years. During that time, she encountered many frogs, including a few who have gotten other women pregnant while dating her. She is talking about life in the friend-zone and sharing why she has given up on the 'Say Yes to the Dress' fantasy.  

Giavanna is sharing how turning 30 caused her to re-evaluate her friendships and recognize that every friend is for every-thing. She also reveals why she wants kids but is okay without marriage. Tennesha and Giavanna debate about whether it’s really okay to “date the man that works at McDonald's.”

Jazmin remained celibate through an entire 7-year relationship, but that changed when she became "smitten" for the first time. She went against her better instincts and ignored red flags, which lead to heartache. Jazmin shares how she was humbled by that experience and the lessons it taught her about loving unconditionally.

Panama joined Tennesha on DRL over two years ago, where she labeled him as "the wild one" and "a player." Now, almost 30, Panama is back to share what he's learned about relationships and why he's gotten real with women about who is and what he wants.     

Danielle recounts her journey from bride-to-be to single. She is sharing why she fell in love with the fantasy of marriage and how she realized she was with the wrong man which led her to embark on a journey of discovery and self love.