Ashanti's Triumphant Return: Love, Motherhood, and Manifesting 

In this heartwarming episode of the Angie Martinez IRL Podcast, Angie welcomes back Ashanti as her first reoccurring guest. Ashanti opens up about her journey over the past two years, sharing the joy of becoming a mother and wife, reconnecting with Nelly, and navigating through their past to find love again. She reflects on lessons learned from marriage and motherhood, revealing how growth and communication played a vital role in rekindling her relationship with Nelly. Ashanti also speaks candidly about her fresh perspective on life, highlights from her career, and her approach to manifesting dreams. The episode touches on the impactful loss of Irv Gotti and how Ashanti continues to pray for peace and hold onto the positive memories. 

 00:36 Ashanti's Journey to Motherhood

01:15 Rekindling with Nelly

03:52 Navigating Love and Growth

12:06 Marriage Insights and Challenges

14:19 Becoming a Mom: The Realities

20:49 Postpartum and Body Image

 26:54 Balancing Career and Motherhood

30:47 Traditions and Family Bonds

33:29 Motherhood and Legacy

37:50 New Movie and Music Projects

39:48 Processing Unexpected Loss

44:48 Ashanti teaches Angie how to Manifest

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We’re back with another IRL #TakeAways. The in-between audio-only podcast where Angie and special guests reflect on episode responses, takeaways, and highlights. 

On this week’s #TakeAways Angie and Executive producer Brittany go in-depth about the lessons learned from the interview Loren Ridinger and chat with holistic wellness and grief expert Yvette Davila. A few years ago Angie's longtime friend Yvette, mother of 2,  lost her only son due to a sudden cardiac arrest. A few years later she has found a new purpose through her holistic wellness sanctuary 'Eve of Wellness' in New Jersey. Listen to the conversation as she describes the journey of mourning her son and shares the best tools to live with grief. Yvette emphasizes the importance of showing up for friends in grief, even uninvited, and the idea that grief is measured by the depth of love rather than the type of loss. 

For more info visit Yvette's website here: https://www.eveofwellness.com/single-project

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Will Packer joins Angie Martinez for a candid conversation about the biggest lessons he’s learned in Hollywood. From Beyoncé turning down one of his projects to the career mistakes that shaped his journey, he shares real insights on what it takes to succeed in the entertainment industry.

Chad Sanders sits down with Angie Martinez to discuss building an authentic brand, staying true to the culture, and the real cost of success. From navigating the entertainment industry to maintaining integrity in business, Chad shares valuable insights on entrepreneurship, creativity, and the sacrifices behind making it to the top.

Activist Tamika Mallory Talks Overcoming Addiction in Memoir, How to Combat DEI & More

In the latest episode of the Angie Martinez IRL Podcast, Angie kicks off a new season by delving into an intimate and inspiring conversation with Loren Ridinger. Loren, a long-time friend and the CEO of Market America Worldwide and Shop.com, discusses her new book 'Scrambled or Sunny Side Up,' which chronicles her experiences navigating life after the loss of her husband and business partner. The episode explores themes of love, resilience, and the necessity to pivot in the face of adversity. Lauren shares her journey from building a billion-dollar empire with her husband to facing the immense grief of his loss, while also touching on the lessons of self-belief and the importance of contributing positively to the world. The conversation also delves into the complexities of parenting, highlighting the lifelong commitment and the challenging realization that it's a one-way relationship in terms of emotional investment. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of personal and professional growth.

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Erica Ford Shares Thoughts on Snoop Dogg’s Inauguration Performance, Talks New Book & More

Lil Rel Howery Gets Illusioned, Shares His Take On Comedic Legends & More

Crystal Renee Hayslett Talks Maximizing Your Talent & How To Handle Haters