Best Friend Weekend Podcast

Happy Friday homies… Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. are back and bringing the people what they want!! Rumble Williams got things started with his take on the First Phase of Corona (01:00) which led to us having some immediate Rona Talk (03:00). Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including pulling down masks to start videos (10:00) and non-frosted pop tarts (11:00). We had a music feel to the pod this week as we discussed Boosie’s latest questionable tirade (15:00), recent artist battles on Facebook and IG Live (33:00) and Tekashi 69’s reemergence (44:00). After taking about Twitter’s stance on working from home (51:00) and iPhone screen time (56:00), Aldo had Nothin’ NICE to Say about recent police shootings (1:02:00), we ran through some Black Lives Matter things and Rog’s weekly NFL segment (1:15:00).

Welcome back to MENsecure! Aldo NICE and C.A.P. linked up to talk about Episode 5 of Insecure, Season 4, Lowkey Movin' On. So the block party actually happened and it didn't disappoint. Best episode of the season so far!! Give it a listen!

Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P.… We are the prize now!!! Rumble Williams led off the podcast with his thoughts on athletes and their social responsibilities (01:00) which started us discussing this polarizing topic (03:00), specifically in terms of Michael Jordan due to the Last Dance documentary (14:00). Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including masks in cars (22:00), the loss of drinking holidays (25:00), flash drives being obsolete (27:00) and garbage TikToks (33:00). Some of the big stories we chose to tackle were C.J. King’s post about educated black men (35:00), the concept of outgrowing Drake (44:00), and the reopening of Onyx Houston (55:00). We also took a bit of time to joke about the most famous people we know (1:01:00) and discuss Donovan McNabb’s polarizing post (1:12:00). We ended the podcast with Aldo having Nothin’ NICE to Say about Black Lives Matter (1:24:00), the crew ranking the “Wildest Brown” (1:36:00) and Rog’s weekly NFL segment (1:44:00).

Welcome back to MENsecure! Aldo NICE and C.A.P. linked up to talk about Episode 4 of Insecure, Season 4, Lowkey Losin' It. We said we were looking forward to the continued deterioration of Molly and Issa's relationship... and now we are getting it... #Sheesh .. Give it a listen!

Welcome to May! Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. linked up to kick off the month and talk our talk. Rumble Williams led things off with his thoughts on your resume (01:00) which led to the fellas discussing living off old gas and dreaming big. After giving some apologies for last week (14:00), Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including masks and face scans (20:00), “essential” employees (22:00) and $2 for your business (30:00). In this week’s #RonaTalk, the crew talked about a Chicago house party, Karens in the park and going back to work (38:00). A recent #MeToo case involving some of our partners made us discuss public apologies (1:01:00) before Aldo had Nothin’ NICE to Say about things that can kill you besides COVID (1:13:00). We ended the pod with some Saints talk (1:18:00) and Rog’s weekly NFL segment (1:36:00).

Welcome to your weekly dose of MENsecure... Aldo NICE and C.A.P. linked up to talk about Episode 3 of Insecure, Season 4, Lowkey Thankful. We got a chance to spend Thanksgiving with Insecure crew and muse about different ways people celebrate the holidays. Give it a listen!

Happy Friday Best Friend Nation! This week Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. got together to talk some current events in the culture. Rumble Williams got things started with his thoughts on Big Baller Bingo (01:00) which got us talking about Ponzi schemes and crazy things people are doing to get paid online. Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including 35+ mohawks (17:00), double post sending (19:00), profiting off of corona masks (23:00), tardiness for online meetings (26:00), cross-churching (28:00) and ‘Karens’ (32:00). In two relationship stories, we chose to talk about a recent ruling against The Game (34:00) and the interesting story of Stephen Jackson’s almost wedding (41:00) before giving our thoughts on ESPN’s Last Dance (56:00) and Netflix’s #BlackAF (1:07:00). We wrapped up the podcast with Aldo having Nothin’ NICE to Say about dying for the economy (1:13:00), our take on Tickmaster's lack of refunds (1:16:00) and Rog’s weekly NFL segment (1:25:00).

Welcome back to MENsecure... Aldo NICE and C.A.P. linked up to talk about Episode 2 of Insecure, Season 4, Lowkey Distant. This episode didn't do much to move the plot along but we talked about some hidden gems we found and how men really feel about these situations. Give it a listen!

Can you believe the Best Friend Weekend podcast has been rocking for THREE YEARS?!?! Welcome to the third anniversary episode… Rumble Williams kicked off things with a bit of congratulations (01:00) which somehow shifted to us giving a quasi-Easter recap (06:00). Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including volunteering other peoples’ time (14:00), the graduation pic controversy (18:00) and ‘God is causing the Rona’ reposts (22:00). Next, we talked about the growth and popularity of the podcast, particularly the origins of BFW (27:00), the biggest events of the first three years (33:00) and the Top Ten Things that BFW Have Brought to the Culture (41:00). After discussing Kyle Larson’s racist ‘moment’ (56:00), we had our weekly #RonaTalk centering around needing an off day from work from home (1:06:00), would you take your regular life back or that Trump check (1:09:00) and a quickfire ‘one gotta go’ segment (1:12:00). We ended the episode with Aldo having Nothin’ NICE to Say about answerin

MENsecure is Back!! Aldo NICE and C.A.P. got together to talk about Episode 1 of Insecure, Season 4 for the MENsecure segment of the Best Friend Weekend Podcast. This week we talked about Lowkey Feelin' Myself. The gang is back together and Molly is doing Molly things.. We are ready to see how this love triangle is gonna play out tho!

Happy Good Friday everyone… we’ve made it all the way through Lent during #RonaSeason, so one time for us! Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. met up at an acceptable distance this week to talk about the last seven days in the culture. Rumble Williams got things kicked off with his list of things he wanted to do after the lockdown (01:00) which led to us talking about folks who go out all the time and our ‘first day out’ plans. Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including giving employees Acer computers (14:00), complaining about working from home (19:00) and the inevitable Easter coronavirus spike (27:00). In this week’s #RonaTalk, the fellas got into golfing during the pandemic (32:00), black folks’ immunity to the virus (39:00), zoombombing (48:00) and the IG live phenomenon (51:00). After discussing some hood things such as Young Chop on social media (56:00) and NBA Youngboy vs. Kodak Black (1:01:00), there were two pivotal questions answered: supper or dinner (1:18:00) and what pe

Best Friend Weekend is about to take you ‘Black To The Future’! Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. recorded remotely during week 3 of social distancing to give you guys some dope content… Rumble Williams got things started with his ideas on being born in the wrong era (01:00) which sparked a conversation about when you would want to go to college (05:00) and if you would have the cheat code when you went back (10:00). Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including Netflix asking if you are still there (15:00), Lent during corona time (18:00), bums looking for change (23:00), NBA players playing 2K (26:00) and doctors getting free Chick Fila (31:00). In this week’s #RonaTalk, the guys talked about conspiracy theories, specifically the 5G connection, and barber talk (34:00). After talking about Drake’s baby (49:00) and strippers making money (57:00), Aldo had Nothin’ NICE to say about the NFL adding an extra game (1:01:00) before Rog ended things with his weekly NFL segment (1:06:00)

I couldn't interview one of my sisters and not sit down with the other! This time, my sister who is an education professional, laid out some advice for parents who are forced to homeschool due to social distancing... Dr. Kristen A.M. dropped some jewels! We started the podcast with some basics about her job, educational background and general school talk. Next, we transitioned to discussing inequities in education and things that parents should know including their role in teaching and resources for their children. On the back half of the pod, we talked about coronavirus in the penitentiary and how the Baton Rouge area is responding to the crisis. We wrapped up with some ‘Big Sister Talk’, reminiscing on our childhood and some fun sibling moments along the way.

Part II of Work From Home… this time with Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P.! Rumble Williams got things started by asking us to consider if we are glass-half-full or glass-half-empty people (01:00). After discussing this topic, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including complaining about going to work (11:00), the push up challenge (17:00), virtual DJs (21:00) and Zoom meetings (23:00). In this week’s #RonaTalk, the fellas gave their thoughts on senators selling off stock before the pandemic (38:00), getting real news from the World Health Organization (48:00), #PandemicTrump (53:00), that government check (56:00) and celebrities coming down with that Rona (58:00). After doubling back to our haircut conversation (1:02:00), Aldo had Nothin’ NICE to Say about not being young (1:08:00) before talking about week 3 without sports (1:14:00) and Rog’s weekly NFL segment (1:20:00).

Welcome to Nothin’ NICE to Say with Aldo NICE! This week I wanted to bring you some vital information for your everyday life in the form of a guide for working from home… I had the pleasure to sit down with my sister, Tonya, who has been working from the crib for over 10 years. We started the podcast with some basics about her job and the work from home culture (03:00). Next, we transitioned into discussing things that everyone should know such as attire, routine, diet and exercise (12:00). Another topic we chose to delve into was social interaction and communication with the outside world when the majority of your day is spent at home (20:00). On the back half of the pod, we talked about her recent trip abroad (33:00) and how the DFW area is responding to the crisis, specifically the small business community (36:00). We wrapped up with some ‘Big Sister Talk’, reminiscing on our childhood and some fun sibling moments along the way (42:00).

Week 1 of Quarantine & Chill… Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. got back together to discuss this crazy week and set up for the upcoming month. Rumble Williams got things started with his longing for sports (01:00) which made us think about what ESPN should be showing during this period of no live sports (03:00). Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including the Hit the Switch Challenge (11:00), texts with signatures (14:00), people who think Coronavirus isn’t a thing (17:00) and those trying to profit off the madness (27:00). In a new segment called RonaTalk, we chose to dive into all things Rona including what we should call it, jobs that are most susceptible and planning for these uncertain times (32:00). The back half of the pod was dedicated to Aldo having Nothin’ NICE to Say about a gay festival in Miami (1:06:00), us responding to requests to be on Ready To Love Season 3 (1:11:00), the return of the NFL (1:19:00) and what we should be watching on TV (1:26:00).

What a week!! With Rog Smuve still recovering from BFW, Aldo NICE and Los aka C.A.P. got together to power through the weekly podcast. Rumble Williams started things off by imploring us to stick to our own kind after a suspect Houston experience (01:00) which opened the doors for us recapping Best Friend Weekend Houston (03:00). Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including having a cold during Rona season (09:00), self-realization (12:00), daylight savings time (14:00) and those who break the news on social media (16:00). With COVID-19 being the only thing on everyone’s mind, we took a half hour to discuss that Rona (18:00). We went through everything including closures, memes, travel restrictions, government response, etc. On the back half of the pod, we turned our attention to the phenomenon of white women dominating basketball (45:00) and Arizona’s rule on transgender student athletes (57:00). We ended the show with Aldo having Nothin’ NICE to Say about Joe Biden hating (1:01:00

Best Friend Weekend is in full swing... It was about 10 people in the crib and we just hit record... Enjoy! No artwork. Light editing. LoL

With one week to go until Best Friend Weekend Phase 3.6, Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. linked up to run through some funny stories and interesting events of the past week. Rumble Williams led off with his thoughts on a watered-down Black History Month (01:00) which led us to talk about great inventions and our favorite ‘characters’ from Black History. After running down the events of BFW Houston (16:00), we talked about the Lovers & Friends Festival, particularly if we think it’s real and who are the top performers on the card (20:00). Next Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including miscolored emojis (32:00), twins (36:00) and red vines (38:00). In keeping with the theme of black history, we discussed Deontay Wilder’s last fight and the implications for black people (43:00) before running down the topics of Real IDs (53:00), early voting (1:00:00) and Zion’s first matchup with LeBron (1:03:00). We wrapped up the pod Aldo having Nothin’ NICE to Say about a NOLA obituary (1:10:00

Two weeks until Best Friend Weekend Phase 3.6!! This week Aldo NICE, Rog Smuve and Los aka C.A.P. got together to start the official countdown… Rumble Williams led off the proceedings with his thoughts on a Valentine’s Day finesse (01:00) which got us talking about this and other good finesse times. Next, Aldo let us know What Burned His Boudin this week including “say less” (09:00), that gold teeth smile (14:00) and black folks on snow trips (17:00). In a very sports heavy podcast, we chose to discuss how Lil Boosie is in the news for his words about D. Wade’s son and who is a better father (22:00). Then we got into the Houston Astros scandal (45:00), LeBron James current standing (45:00) and the NBA All-Star game (49:00) including the terrible ending to the Slam Dunk Contest (1:01:00). Aldo had Nothin’ NICE to Say about Drew Brees returning (1:07:00) before we touched on Greg Robinson being caught with that dope (1:11:00), Pop Smoke being caught slipping (1:12:00) and Rog Smuve’s NFL segment (1:18:00).