All In Your Bizz w/ Reka & Los

• All in Your Bizz: Observations from the Streets

  Send us a textHave you ever pondered why a hamburger is made of beef, not ham? Or why rush hour traffic is the slowest part of the day? These are just some of the burning questions we tackle in this episode as we share our candid observations about the world around us.Summer brings its own special brand of fashion dilemmas, and we don't hold back our opinions. From appropriate concert attire (where we witnessed everything from chaps with thongs to wedding dresses at the Beyoncé Cowboy Carter show) to questionable clothing choices at TJ Maxx, we discuss when and where certain outfits belong. And don't get us started on foot care—if your feet aren't ready for public viewing, we're begging you to keep them covered!The conversation takes unexpected turns as we reminisce about Reading Rainbow while debating the etiquette of volunteering to read aloud when it's not your strength. We share our frustrations with spades players who claim skills they don't possess and recount harrowing transportation stories featuring cars with failing brakes and dead batteries. Our "Bootsy's proverb" about showing up to the club with an empty gas tank but still buying drinks for everyone perfectly captures those misplaced priorities we've all been guilty of at times.Between spam call complaints and drinking limit discussions, this episode offers a raw, humorous look at everyday life experiences we all encounter but rarely discuss. It's a conversation among friends that feels like you're sitting right there with us, nodding in agreement or laughing in recognition.Join our growing community by emailing your own observations to [email protected]. Subscribe on YouTube, turn on notifications, and become part of our "old faithfuls" crew. We promise to keep the real talk coming—no reading skills required!www.youtube.com/@allinyourbizzshow

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• What Makes Your Summer Complete? Sharing Our Essential Vibes

  Send us a textRemember those iconic summer moments that defined our childhoods? That feeling when the DJ Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince "Summertime" track hit the speakers, and suddenly everything felt right with the world? Los and Enrika take you on a nostalgic journey through the quintessential experiences that make summer magical.We dive into those childhood rituals that signaled summer had officially arrived – from the art of slapping watermelons to test for sweetness (which Enrika insists really works) to the excitement of hearing the ice cream truck's melody from blocks away. Remember those sticky-sweet treats like Bomb Pops and Strawberry Shortcakes with little crumbs that left your fingers messy but your heart happy?The conversation winds through summer fashion staples – those colorful braids with beads, jelly sandals that left waffle patterns on feet, and the freedom of staying outside until the streetlights came on. We share stories about childhood mischief, from neighborhood pranks to daring (and sometimes ill-advised) adventures that became legendary tales. There's even a hilarious elevator incident that proves some memories stick with us whether we want them to or not.Summer isn't just about the temperature – it's about that feeling of endless possibility, community connection, and creating memories that sustain us through all seasons of life. What are your favorite summer traditions? We'd love to hear them! Email us at [email protected], subscribe to the show, and tell a friend – because sharing these connections is what summer is all about.

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• The Parent Puzzle: Does Family Structure Determine Destiny?

  Send us a textWhat truly shapes a child's future success? Is it growing up with two parents, or is there something more fundamental at play? In this thought-provoking discussion, we tackle the complex dynamics of single versus dual-parent households, challenging conventional wisdom with surprising insights.Remember those idealized TV families from shows like "The Cosby Show" that made dual-parent households seem like the gold standard for raising well-adjusted children? We unpack this narrative alongside the contrasting portrayal of single-parent families in shows like "Good Times," examining how these media images shaped our expectations—and how reality tells a different story.The conversation takes a fascinating turn when we explore the unique resilience often developed by children in single-parent homes. We highlight successful individuals raised by single parents—Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Lopez, Will Smith—whose achievements challenge the assumption that family structure determines destiny. "That one parent is probably focusing and keying on, 'I feel like I got to put more into this here so you won't have to struggle like this again,'" one host observes, noting how survival-mode parenting often creates exceptional drive.What emerges from our discussion isn't a simple verdict on which family structure is "better," but rather an understanding that success depends on more nuanced factors: the quality of parenting, exposure to diverse experiences, the "village" surrounding the child, and the principles instilled regardless of family configuration. Children learn from watching how parents navigate relationships and challenges, whether in single or dual-parent homes.We share personal stories that illustrate how childhood experiences—from "sea camp" adventures to the disappointment of promised McGregor knockoff shoes—shape adult behaviors and expectations. The conversation culminates with wisdom about teaching children to work for what they want rather than feeling entitled to it: "Give a man a fish and you will feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you will feed him for a lifetime."Join us for this candid exploration of family dynamics and share your own experiences by emailing [email protected] or visiting our YouTube channel, "All in Your Biz with Rika and Los."

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• Bleach Until The Ancestors Say Stop: Confessions of a Dish Washing Perfectionist

  Send us a textOur deep-seated dishwashing preferences reveal more about us than we realize. We dive into the heated debate between hand washing dishes and using dishwashers, exploring everything from bleach usage to water conservation.• Dawn dish soap and bleach are essential for proper hand washing• The perfect dishwater requires extremely hot water and proper soap• Dishwashers waste time because they require pre-washing anyway• Finding food particles on "clean" dishes from dishwashers is infuriating• Hand washing uses more water but provides more control over cleanliness• Murky dishwater with floating food particles is a universal disgust trigger• Water conservation arguments favor dishwashers despite pre-rinse requirementsWe'll be continuing this domestic debate in our next episode - make sure to subscribe so you don't miss it!

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• Workplace Shenanigans: From Bathroom Bandits to Microwave Meltdowns

  Send us a textWe unpack the hilariously cringey behaviors that make office life both entertaining and unbearable, from bathroom bandits to microwave criminals.• That person who uses the same bathroom stall every morning with their identifiable shoes• Office cougars who make inappropriate comments and invade personal space• Coworkers with chronic bad breath who refuse all mint offerings• The unspoken rules of workplace potlucks and who's "allowed" to bring homemade food• Office microwave etiquette and foods that should be banned (like fish and popcorn)• Workplace overachievers who monitor other people's comings and goings• The fine art of workplace cussing and its surprising motivational benefitsLet us know your workplace shenanigans stories! We definitely want to be all up in the business.

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