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by LaKendra Tookes
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- 4 days ago29 min
My Toughest Week Yet + BRAVO: RHOA Delivers Again
75: This week we're talking about protecting your peace, recognizing who your real friends are, and why some people just need to move along. Then we're getting into The Real Housewives of Atlanta, from Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton's messy fallout to Porsha's love triangle, the Halloween party drama, and everything that's gone down since the ladies got back from Scotland. Topics Discussed: → Protecting your peace → Porsha Williams vs. Shamea Morton → Porsha Williams' love triangle → The Real Housewives of Atlanta Halloween party → Forgiveness & moving on Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to https://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:26 - Protecting Your Peace → 00:11:42 - Real Housewives of Atlanta → 00:13:06 - Porsha vs. Shamea → 00:15:16 - Porsha Buys Her Mom a House → 00:16:05 - Porsha's Love Triangle → 00:17:52 - Halloween vs. Hallelujah Night → 00:19:42 - Halloween Party Drama Show links: → Friendship Fallout: Love Island Winners + Bravo: RHOA Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago17 min
I Didn’t See This Coming….Love Island Winners + Bravo: RHOA
74: The last couple of weeks have been a whirlwind, but I'm finally finding peace and sharing everything that's been on my mind. This week, I open up about protecting your peace before talking Bravo headlines, including the emotional fallout between Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton on The Real Housewives of Atlanta. I also react to the Love Island USA finale, share my thoughts on Angie Katsanevas' heartbreaking separation from her husband, and wrap things up with a reminder that integrity will always take you further than playing dirty. Topics Discussed: → The Love Island USA finale → Porsha Williams vs. Shamea Morton → Phaedra Parks' birthday celebration in Scotland → Kelly's fashion choices → Angie Katsanevas' separation Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:27 - Love Island…Recap? → 00:03:51 - Real Housewives of Atlanta → 00:05:31 - Porsha vs. Shamea → 00:08:21 - Phaedra's Birthday → 00:09:47 - My Thoughts on Shamea → 00:10:53 - Angie K.'s Divorce → 00:13:19 - My Tookes Takeaway: Be Ruthless → 00:14:21 - The World Cup Further Listening: → My Recovery Update + BRAVO: Family Secrets Rock Atlanta Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago35 min
How I’m REALLY Doing + BRAVO: I Changed My Mind About Shamea
73: This week, I'm sharing a personal update after an incredibly difficult week and reflecting on how faith, friendship, and resilience have helped me move forward. Then I’m covering The Real Housewives of Atlanta in Scotland, where Shamea and Porsha's friendship reaches a breaking point as shocking family allegations come to light. I also discuss Kelly's legal struggles, K. Michelle's hilarious moments, Scottish traditions, and why I think Shamea deserves more empathy than ever. Topics Discussed: → Personal update following a difficult week and leaning on faith → Reaction to the tragic Nolan Wells story → Real Housewives of Atlanta Scotland trip recap → K. Michelle's funniest moments from the trip → Scottish traditions, Highland Games, tartans, and haggis → Kelly's legal stress and the cast rallying around her → Shamea vs. Porsha friendship fallout → Preview of The Real Housewives of Orange County Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:00:36 - Personal Life Update → 00:03:40 - Nolan Wells → 00:05:55 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Scotland → 00:09:45 - Haggis + Cultural Goods → 00:12:31 - Scottish Fashion → 00:14:47 - Kelly's Legal Struggles → 00:16:29 - Shamea Deserves More Sympathy → 00:16:54 - Shamea and Porsha’s History → 00:22:51 - Stress Eating → 00:23:59 - Real Housewives of Orange County returning → 00:25:02 - Teeth Update → 00:28:25 - Tookes Takeaway: Discernment Show links: → My Fourth of July Did NOT Go as Planned Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago38 min
My Fourth Of July Did NOT Go As Planned
72: This week, we're taking a quick break from the Bravo recaps because I wanted to share a personal update. What started as a fun Fourth of July with friends ended with an unexpected golf cart accident, and I wanted to tell you what happened in my own words. In this solo episode, I'm sharing the full story, talking about the lessons I've taken away from the experience, and reflecting on gratitude, faith, and moving forward. Thank you all so much for your love, prayers, and support. It truly means the world to me. We'll be back to our regularly scheduled Housewives and pop culture programming next week! Topics Discussed: → Fourth of July Golf Cart Accident → Choosing Gratitude Over Blame → Reassessing Alcohol & Healthy Habits → Faith, Reflection & Personal Growth → Moving Forward After an Unexpected Setback Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Why I'm pressing pause on Bravo this week → 00:02:15 - My Fourth of July weekend → 00:05:30 - Why I've been drinking less → 00:10:15 - Spending the Fourth of July with friends → 00:15:40 - What happened during the golf cart accident → 00:19:20 - Chipping my teeth & the aftermath → 00:23:10 - Clearing up the rumors → 00:26:00 - Leaning on faith, friends & gratitude → 00:30:05 - What this experience taught me → 00:33:10 - Tookes Takeaway: Choosing gratitude over blame → 00:36:15 - Looking ahead & moving forward Show links: → BRAVO: Atlanta's Biggest Fight + RHORI's Biggest Lies Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jul 2, 202634 min
BRAVO: Atlanta's Biggest Fight + RHORI's Biggest Lies
71: The Bravo drama is overflowing this week, and we're breaking down every messy moment. I'm recapping the latest episode of Real Housewives of Atlanta, from the Scotland girls' trip and Angela vs. Shamea to Porsha's surprising confession and the legal drama surrounding Kelly. Then I’m covering Part 2 of the Real Housewives of Rhode Island reunion, where Brian's timeline continues to fall apart, Joellen comes armed with receipts, and I share an exclusive update after hearing directly from Brian's alleged mistress.Topics Discussed: → Real Housewives of Atlanta Scotland Trip Breakdown → Angela Oakley vs. Shamea Drama → Porsha Opens Up About Her Sexuality → Kelly's $200 Million Bravo Lawsuit Drama → RHORI Reunion Part 2 Recap → Brian's Affair Timeline & Joellen's Receipts → Exclusive DM From Brian's Alleged Mistress Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off!On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:01 - Rory reunion updates & Team Tuks investigation → 00:01:25 - The Real Housewives of Atlanta Recap Begins → 00:03:41 - Is Shamea trying too hard? → 00:06:31 - Angela vs. Shamea: The cheating rumors → 00:10:15 - Porsha, Shamea & the friendship fallout → 00:12:16 - Porsha, Brit & Kelli open up about dating women → 00:14:30 - Kelli's marriage & divorce → 00:15:15 - Kelli's ex sues Bravo → 00:16:02 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island Reunion Part 2 → 00:16:20 - Kelsey's sugar baby rumors → 00:17:51 - Rosie's missing receipts → 00:18:46 - Brian's questionable timeline → 00:21:06 - The alleged mistress → 00:24:13 - Brian's lies unravel → 00:26:24 - Why Rulla deserves better → 00:27:00 - Contacting the Mistress → 00:28:03 - Tookes Takeaway Show links: → BRAVO: K. Michelle's BBL Drama + Rhode Island Reunion Secrets Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 24, 202636 min
BRAVO: K. Michelle's BBL Drama + Rhode Island Reunion Secrets
70: This week, I'm breaking down all the latest Bravo chaos, from Real Housewives of Atlanta to Summer House: The Aftermath and Part 1 of the Real Housewives of Rhode Island reunion. We get into why Angela Oakley continues to be the MVP of Atlanta, K. Michelle's latest plastic surgery plans, Kelly's financial struggles, and the ongoing drama between Angela and Shamea. Then we're talking Summer House, Amanda and West's controversial relationship, and why some friendships may be beyond repair. Finally, I dive into the Rhode Island reunion, including affair allegations, reunion bombshells, Rulla and Brian's messy drama, and the revelations that had everyone talking. Plus, I share a quick life update from my trip to Seattle and this week's Took's Takeaway on honoring the people who helped shape us. Topics Discussed: → Real Housewives of Atlanta: Angela Oakley, Shamea + Bailey Bowl Drama → K. Michelle's Plastic Surgery Journey + BBL Conversation → Kelly's Financial Struggles, Divorce + Lifestyle Choices → Summer House: Amanda, West + The Aftermath Fallout → Real Housewives of Rhode Island Reunion Part 1 Breakdown → Rulla, Brian, Affair Allegations + Reunion Bombshells → Kendra's Seattle Trip + Life Update → Tooke's Takeaway: Honoring Your Parents + Father's Day ReflectionsFurther Listening: →https://youtu.be/xAeLwsbq7lU?si=6HC2zN1uBSE2GcJo Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 17, 202635 min
69: BRAVO: Rhode Island Delivered, Summer House Flopped…Episode Breakdow
69: We have got a packed episode today. I'm recapping Real Housewives of Atlanta, the Real Housewives of Rhode Island finale, and we are finally wrapping up Summer House reunion season. We get into Porsha getting her ring back from Dennis, the Rhode Island tracker scandal that just keeps getting crazier, and my final thoughts on Amanda, Wes, and Sierra now that the reunion has come to an end. And of course, I have a Took's Takeaway for you about dating, disappointment, trusting God's timing, and what to do when things aren't going the way you hoped they would. Topics Discussed: → Porsha's emotional reunion with Dennis → The shocking tracker scandal on RHORI → Breaking down the Rhode Island season finale → Amanda, Wes, and Sierra after the Summer House reunion → Wes' future on Summer House → Relationship red flags and hard lessons → Trusting God's timing when life doesn't go as planned Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to https://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:00:52 - Netflix's Maternal Instinct Review → 00:03:43 - Real Housewives of Atlanta Recap → 00:05:35 - Porsha Gets Her Ring Back from Dennis → 00:08:15 - Kelli's Divorce Drama Continues → 00:11:10 - Brit Eady's Return to RHOA → 00:13:38 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island Finale Recap → 00:15:12 - The Tracker Scandal Explained → 00:18:20 - Was It Cheating? The Rhode Island Debate → 00:20:42 - Final Thoughts on the RHORI Season → 00:16:22 - Summer House Reunion Part 3 → 00:18:55 - Amanda, Wes & Sierra Fallout → 00:21:45 - Wes Not Returning to Summer House → 00:23:15 - My Final Summer House Reunion Takeaways → 00:24:54 - Took's Takeaway → 00:26:18 - Dating, Expectations & Disappointment → 00:28:42 - Learning to Let Go of Control → 00:30:20 - Trusting God's Timing → 00:32:15 - Outro Show links: → https://youtu.be/xAeLwsbq7lU?si=RG-ho7Pn2GeQg2xw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Jun 10, 202638 min
BRAVO: K. Michelle Left Her Bag + Rhode Island Cheaters
68: We have got a packed episode today. I am recapping Real Housewives of Atlanta, Real Housewives of Rhode Island, and we are still not done talking about Summer House. On top of all of that I have a Kendra Catch Up for you including a very personal dating update and a story about a man who Venmo requested for his date for fifteen dollars after dinner. Yes, you read that right. Topics Discussed: → Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16 recap → Pinky's scripted project → K. Michelle and Drew Sidora feud escalates → Real Housewives of Rhode Island Brian cheating video → Summer House: Sierra Sponsored By: → JASPR | Go to http://jaspr.co/tookes and use the code TOOKES at checkout to get 20% off! On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:21 - Real Housewives of Atlanta → 00:05:31 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: Shamia’s Party → 00:08:22 - Real Housewives of Potomac: Big Foot → 00:10:19 - Real Housewives of Atlanta: K. Michelle vs. Drew → 00:14:51 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island → 00:20:55 - Real Housewives of Rhode Island: Brian + Rula → 00:23:05 - Summer House: Facebook Racism → 00:27:56 - Dating + Fetishization → 00:30:12 - The Singles Pitch Event → 00:33:34 - Tookes Takeaway: Raise Your Sons Right Further Listening: → BRAVO: K. Michelle vs Porsha Is Getting Weird Check Out LaKendra: → LaKendra's Instagram → Tookes Takes Instagram → X → LaKendra’s TikTok → YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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