<![CDATA[Catch This Fade]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades Anchor Podcasts Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:11:25 GMT Catch This Fade Catch This Fade Start or end your day with real, unfiltered conversations between me and my friends as we dive into everything under the sun from both male and female perspectives. We cover movies, music, social media trends, and the everyday chaos of life, sparking lively debates and plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you’re stuck in traffic or grinding through a gym session, our conversations make the perfect backdrop. With someone always ready to challenge the other side, there’s never a dull moment. So the only question left is, are you ready to Catch This Fade? episodic yes Start or end your day with real, unfiltered conversations between me and my friends as we dive into everything under the sun from both male and female perspectives. We cover movies, music, social media trends, and the everyday chaos of life, sparking livitsgeraldroberts@gmail.comCatch This Fade <![CDATA[The Mask Comes Off Eventually]]> Kicking off the new year with intention and authenticity, Joe is joined by special guest Valeria for a deep and refreshing conversation about what it really means to show up as your true self. Together, they unpack the idea of the “societal mask” — the roles, expectations, and personas we wear to fit in — and what it takes to peel those layers back.

From personal experiences to real-life reflections, Joe and Valeria Vania explore the journey of discovering who you are on the inside and how to confidently express that outwardly. It’s honest, relatable, and the kind of conversation that hits different when you're stepping into a new chapter of life.

And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without some nostalgia — the two bond over their shared love for the iconic boy band B5, adding a fun, throwback vibe to an otherwise introspective episode.

New year, no mask — just real conversations.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/The-Mask-Comes-Off-Eventually-e3hjaph 3498e694-4410-4f60-af99-d88369f77e67 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT <p>Kicking off the new year with intention and authenticity, Joe is joined by special guest Valeria for a deep and refreshing conversation about what it really means to show up as your true self. Together, they unpack the idea of the “societal mask” — the roles, expectations, and personas we wear to fit in — and what it takes to peel those layers back.</p><p>From personal experiences to real-life reflections, Joe and Valeria Vania explore the journey of discovering who you are on the inside and how to confidently express that outwardly. It’s honest, relatable, and the kind of conversation that hits different when you're stepping into a new chapter of life.</p><p>And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without some nostalgia — the two bond over their shared love for the iconic boy band B5, adding a fun, throwback vibe to an otherwise introspective episode.</p><p>New year, no mask — just real conversations.</p> false 01:15:04 3 1 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Kicking off the new year with intention and authenticity, Joe is joined by special guest Valeria for a deep and refreshing conversation about what it really means to show up as your true self. Together, they unpack the idea of the “societal mask” — the roles, expectations, and personas we wear to fit in — and what it takes to peel those layers back. From personal experiences to real-life reflections, Joe and Valeria Vania explore the journey of discovering who you are on the inside and how to confidently express that outwardly. It’s honest, relatable, and the kind of conversation that hits different when you're stepping into a new chapter of life. And of course, it wouldn’t be complete without some nostalgia — the two bond over their shared love for the iconic boy band B5, adding a fun, throwback vibe to an otherwise introspective episode. New year, no mask — just real conversations.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Year 3000... again]]> This episode gets a little crowded as Joe, Q, Taylor, Demascus, and newcomer Alexanderia sit down with the book 3000 Questions and let the randomness take over. No structure, no prep — just whatever question comes next and wherever the conversation decides to go.

Along the way, Demascus starts questioning her relationship with her very active dad, Taylor admits she loves social work way more than being social at church, and Joe makes it very clear that he hates losing almost as much as he hates sore winners. Q does what Q does best and adds his own spin to every answer, while Alexanderia jumps in and holds her own like she’s been here before.

It’s honest, funny, slightly chaotic, and proof that sometimes the best conversations happen when nobody knows what’s coming next.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Year-3000----again-e3cqgla f47f4b0d-b766-4a8f-bba4-5c15ba5ab14f Thu, 25 Dec 2025 21:29:35 GMT <p>This episode gets a little crowded as Joe, Q, Taylor, Demascus, and newcomer Alexanderia sit down with the book <em>3000 Questions</em> and let the randomness take over. No structure, no prep — just whatever question comes next and wherever the conversation decides to go.</p><p>Along the way, Demascus starts questioning her relationship with her very active dad, Taylor admits she loves social work way more than being social at church, and Joe makes it very clear that he hates losing almost as much as he hates sore winners. Q does what Q does best and adds his own spin to every answer, while Alexanderia jumps in and holds her own like she’s been here before.</p><p>It’s honest, funny, slightly chaotic, and proof that sometimes the best conversations happen when nobody knows what’s coming next.</p> true 01:27:34 2 27 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This episode gets a little crowded as Joe, Q, Taylor, Demascus, and newcomer Alexanderia sit down with the book 3000 Questions and let the randomness take over. No structure, no prep — just whatever question comes next and wherever the conversation decides to go. Along the way, Demascus starts questioning her relationship with her very active dad, Taylor admits she loves social work way more than being social at church, and Joe makes it very clear that he hates losing almost as much as he hates sore winners. Q does what Q does best and adds his own spin to every answer, while Alexanderia jumps in and holds her own like she’s been here before. It’s honest, funny, slightly chaotic, and proof that sometimes the best conversations happen when nobody knows what’s coming next.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Strict Program]]> This week, Joe, Q, Taylor, and special guest from the past Shay sit down to talk about boundaries—also known as how much disrespect we’re actually willing to tolerate before blocking somebody. Joe makes it clear that if you don’t answer the phone, he has no problem blocking a friend with peace and purpose. Taylor somehow finds a way to bring up her obsession with cornbread porridge (again), proving that boundaries don’t apply to food conversations.

Shay comes in hot with a long-overdue apology to Joe for forgetting his birthday, and Q… well, Q is still trying to figure out what boundaries are, how they work, and whether he even has any of his own.

It’s laughs, accountability, and confusion all wrapped into one episode—because setting boundaries is serious business, but we’re still going to joke about it.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Strict-Program-e3cfhtl 4240baf8-cd53-40ab-9625-df61ff038068 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:00:01 GMT <p>This week, Joe, Q, Taylor, and special guest from the past Shay sit down to talk about boundaries—also known as how much disrespect we’re actually willing to tolerate before blocking somebody. Joe makes it clear that if you don’t answer the phone, he has <em>no problem</em> blocking a friend with peace and purpose. Taylor somehow finds a way to bring up her obsession with cornbread porridge (again), proving that boundaries don’t apply to food conversations.</p><p>Shay comes in hot with a long-overdue apology to Joe for forgetting his birthday, and Q… well, Q is still trying to figure out what boundaries are, how they work, and whether he even has any of his own.</p><p>It’s laughs, accountability, and confusion all wrapped into one episode—because setting boundaries is serious business, but we’re still going to joke about it.</p> true 01:40:23 2 26 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This week, Joe, Q, Taylor, and special guest from the past Shay sit down to talk about boundaries—also known as how much disrespect we’re actually willing to tolerate before blocking somebody. Joe makes it clear that if you don’t answer the phone, he has no problem blocking a friend with peace and purpose. Taylor somehow finds a way to bring up her obsession with cornbread porridge (again), proving that boundaries don’t apply to food conversations. Shay comes in hot with a long-overdue apology to Joe for forgetting his birthday, and Q… well, Q is still trying to figure out what boundaries are, how they work, and whether he even has any of his own. It’s laughs, accountability, and confusion all wrapped into one episode—because setting boundaries is serious business, but we’re still going to joke about it.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Confidence]]> This week, Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the chaos of confidence—what it looks like, how it feels, and why half of us fake it anyway. Somehow the convo takes a wild turn as we admit we all secretly thought Diego was cooler than Dora (don’t lie, you did too), debate whether animals should be allowed at funerals, and try to figure out the actual role of a phlebotomist without Googling it.

It’s unfiltered, unplanned, and unexpectedly deep in the dumbest ways. Tap in for laughs, honesty, and three people who definitely have more confidence than sense.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Confidence-e3c5lrk 2aa29708-7bd2-4566-af97-2f6ed77b44a6 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT <p>This week, Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the chaos of <em>confidence</em>—what it looks like, how it feels, and why half of us fake it anyway. Somehow the convo takes a wild turn as we admit we all secretly thought Diego was cooler than Dora (don’t lie, you did too), debate whether animals should be allowed at funerals, and try to figure out the <em>actual</em> role of a phlebotomist without Googling it.</p><p>It’s unfiltered, unplanned, and unexpectedly deep in the dumbest ways. Tap in for laughs, honesty, and three people who definitely have more confidence than sense.</p> true 01:27:35 2 25 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This week, Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the chaos of confidence—what it looks like, how it feels, and why half of us fake it anyway. Somehow the convo takes a wild turn as we admit we all secretly thought Diego was cooler than Dora (don’t lie, you did too), debate whether animals should be allowed at funerals, and try to figure out the actual role of a phlebotomist without Googling it. It’s unfiltered, unplanned, and unexpectedly deep in the dumbest ways. Tap in for laughs, honesty, and three people who definitely have more confidence than sense.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Year 3000]]> This week, Joe, Taylor, and Q bust open a giant book called 3000 Questions and decide to answer them with absolutely no structure, plan, or sense of responsibility. Pure freestyle energy.

Somewhere between question 47 and whatever number they lost count at, Joe admits that he actually would be excited to go to a Power Rangers convention… but also thinks showing up would make him feel kinda cringe at the same time. Taylor is trying her hardest to keep everyone focused, and Q is passionately arguing that he is not selfish—despite every random question dragging him closer to the truth.

The chaos is premium, the honesty is questionable, and the laughs are guaranteed.

Tap in for randomness, ridiculous debates, and absolutely no idea what’s coming next.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Year-3000-e3bqvsu 93ae2104-2c26-4bf7-912a-5060bfbe6713 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:00:00 GMT <p>This week, Joe, Taylor, and Q bust open a giant book called <em>3000 Questions</em> and decide to answer them with absolutely no structure, plan, or sense of responsibility. Pure freestyle energy.</p><p>Somewhere between question 47 and whatever number they lost count at, Joe admits that he actually <em>would</em> be excited to go to a Power Rangers convention… but also thinks showing up would make him feel kinda cringe at the same time. Taylor is trying her hardest to keep everyone focused, and Q is passionately arguing that he is <em>not</em> selfish—despite every random question dragging him closer to the truth.</p><p>The chaos is premium, the honesty is questionable, and the laughs are guaranteed.</p><p>Tap in for randomness, ridiculous debates, and absolutely no idea what’s coming next.</p> true 01:29:11 2 24 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This week, Joe, Taylor, and Q bust open a giant book called 3000 Questions and decide to answer them with absolutely no structure, plan, or sense of responsibility. Pure freestyle energy. Somewhere between question 47 and whatever number they lost count at, Joe admits that he actually would be excited to go to a Power Rangers convention… but also thinks showing up would make him feel kinda cringe at the same time. Taylor is trying her hardest to keep everyone focused, and Q is passionately arguing that he is not selfish—despite every random question dragging him closer to the truth. The chaos is premium, the honesty is questionable, and the laughs are guaranteed. Tap in for randomness, ridiculous debates, and absolutely no idea what’s coming next.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Marriage ]]> This week, it’s just Joe holding down the host chair, but he’s joined by his two super old friends Quaneesha and Fritz — and yes, they remind him every five minutes how long they’ve known him. The trio dives into how Quaneesha and Fritz first met, the chaotic early dating days, and the hard-earned lessons they learned on the way from “What are we?” to “’Til death do us part.”

They share their best marriage tips, the mistakes they had to outgrow, and the secrets to keeping the spark alive — including how you might just end up in matching Christmas PJ sets with your person if you take their advice seriously.

With jokes, playful roasting, and a whole lot of wisdom, this episode is equal parts laughter and love… the perfect combo for anyone thinking about marriage or trying to figure out why they’re still single in December.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Marriage-e3bgp0v 88822fb4-232b-4c12-82b7-cd84c218b739 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:16:23 GMT <p>This week, it’s just Joe holding down the host chair, but he’s joined by his two <em>super old</em> friends Quaneesha and Fritz — and yes, they remind him every five minutes how long they’ve known him. The trio dives into how Quaneesha and Fritz first met, the chaotic early dating days, and the hard-earned lessons they learned on the way from “What are we?” to “’Til death do us part.”</p><p>They share their best marriage tips, the mistakes they had to outgrow, and the secrets to keeping the spark alive — including how <em>you</em> might just end up in matching Christmas PJ sets with your person if you take their advice seriously.</p><p>With jokes, playful roasting, and a whole lot of wisdom, this episode is equal parts laughter and love… the perfect combo for anyone thinking about marriage or trying to figure out why they’re still single in December.</p> false 01:12:49 2 23 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This week, it’s just Joe holding down the host chair, but he’s joined by his two super old friends Quaneesha and Fritz — and yes, they remind him every five minutes how long they’ve known him. The trio dives into how Quaneesha and Fritz first met, the chaotic early dating days, and the hard-earned lessons they learned on the way from “What are we?” to “’Til death do us part.” They share their best marriage tips, the mistakes they had to outgrow, and the secrets to keeping the spark alive — including how you might just end up in matching Christmas PJ sets with your person if you take their advice seriously. With jokes, playful roasting, and a whole lot of wisdom, this episode is equal parts laughter and love… the perfect combo for anyone thinking about marriage or trying to figure out why they’re still single in December.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Emotions]]> There were so many people in this episode that we won’t even waste your time trying to name everybody — just know the room was full, loud, and overflowing with feelings nobody planned to talk about. As a group, we tried to figure out what “emotions” and “emotional” actually mean, and somehow ended up on a detour where Joe insisted Morris Chestnut has some very suspicious facial expressions in certain movies.

Newcomer Lisa jumps in to randomly explain the entire road map from the airport to Joe and Q’s apartment like she’s auditioning for Google Maps, and Prez decides to break the news that he’s allergic to therapy (yes… allergic).

All this chaos, laughter, deep dives, and emotional confusion happened the night before the Chris Brown concert — so you already know the vibes were everywhere.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Emotions-e3b61j9 ba0ca5e5-affd-47fa-bfa4-c3ebf07d0938 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT <p>There were <em>so many people</em> in this episode that we won’t even waste your time trying to name everybody — just know the room was full, loud, and overflowing with feelings nobody planned to talk about. As a group, we tried to figure out what “emotions” and “emotional” actually mean, and somehow ended up on a detour where Joe insisted Morris Chestnut has some <em>very</em> suspicious facial expressions in certain movies.</p><p>Newcomer Lisa jumps in to randomly explain the entire road map from the airport to Joe and Q’s apartment like she’s auditioning for Google Maps, and Prez decides to break the news that he’s allergic to therapy (yes… allergic).</p><p>All this chaos, laughter, deep dives, and emotional confusion happened the night <em>before</em> the Chris Brown concert — so you already know the vibes were everywhere.</p> true 01:25:00 2 22 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)There were so many people in this episode that we won’t even waste your time trying to name everybody — just know the room was full, loud, and overflowing with feelings nobody planned to talk about. As a group, we tried to figure out what “emotions” and “emotional” actually mean, and somehow ended up on a detour where Joe insisted Morris Chestnut has some very suspicious facial expressions in certain movies. Newcomer Lisa jumps in to randomly explain the entire road map from the airport to Joe and Q’s apartment like she’s auditioning for Google Maps, and Prez decides to break the news that he’s allergic to therapy (yes… allergic). All this chaos, laughter, deep dives, and emotional confusion happened the night before the Chris Brown concert — so you already know the vibes were everywhere.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Self Worth vs. Validation]]> This week, Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the messy, hilarious world of self-worth vs. validation — because apparently, knowing your value is harder than it sounds. Joe opens up about how his dad might just be his biggest bully, Taylor’s convinced her grandma talks way too loud for her age, and Q thinks being the funny, bigger friend is actually a privilege that taught him confidence before confidence was cool.

Between laughter, oversharing, and a few “wait, that got deep” moments, the crew breaks down where real self-worth comes from — and why external validation feels so good anyway. It’s therapy, chaos, and comedy all rolled into one episode.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Self-Worth-vs--Validation-e3arrm8 5f8d5234-54ef-44a5-b1b3-285f32d39eea Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:00:01 GMT <p>This week, Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the messy, hilarious world of <em>self-worth vs. validation</em> — because apparently, knowing your value is harder than it sounds. Joe opens up about how his dad might just be his biggest bully, Taylor’s convinced her grandma talks way too loud for her age, and Q thinks being the funny, bigger friend is actually a privilege that taught him confidence before confidence was cool.</p><p>Between laughter, oversharing, and a few “wait, that got deep” moments, the crew breaks down where real self-worth comes from — and why external validation feels so good anyway. It’s therapy, chaos, and comedy all rolled into one episode.</p> true 01:19:45 2 21 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This week, Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the messy, hilarious world of self-worth vs. validation — because apparently, knowing your value is harder than it sounds. Joe opens up about how his dad might just be his biggest bully, Taylor’s convinced her grandma talks way too loud for her age, and Q thinks being the funny, bigger friend is actually a privilege that taught him confidence before confidence was cool. Between laughter, oversharing, and a few “wait, that got deep” moments, the crew breaks down where real self-worth comes from — and why external validation feels so good anyway. It’s therapy, chaos, and comedy all rolled into one episode.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Dating & Courting 2]]> The crew is back at it! Joe, Taylor, and Demascus return to finish what they thought they started in Part 1 — breaking down the wild world of dating vs. courting. Joe’s doubling down, claiming there's no issue in being in love in a week,” Taylor’s still holding out hope for intentional love, and Demascus… she’s somewhere between romantic and hating dating apps.


This time, things get deeper (and pettier): What role does sex play in all of this? Is everyone really dating for marriage? Tune in for laughs, side-eyes, and maybe one or two accidental truths.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Dating--Courting-2-e3ah4jl 7713ed15-9fc2-40a0-a5ae-17ed7ec76dd5 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT <p>The crew is back at it! Joe, Taylor, and Demascus return to finish what they thought they started in Part 1 — breaking down the wild world of dating vs. courting. Joe’s doubling down, claiming there&#39;s no issue in being in love in a week,” Taylor’s still holding out hope for intentional love, and Demascus… she’s somewhere between romantic and hating dating apps.</p><p><br></p><p>This time, things get deeper (and pettier): What role does sex play in all of this? Is everyone really dating for marriage? Tune in for laughs, side-eyes, and maybe one or two accidental truths.</p> true 01:21:48 2 20 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)The crew is back at it! Joe, Taylor, and Demascus return to finish what they thought they started in Part 1 — breaking down the wild world of dating vs. courting. Joe’s doubling down, claiming there&#39;s no issue in being in love in a week,” Taylor’s still holding out hope for intentional love, and Demascus… she’s somewhere between romantic and hating dating apps. This time, things get deeper (and pettier): What role does sex play in all of this? Is everyone really dating for marriage? Tune in for laughs, side-eyes, and maybe one or two accidental truths.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Dating & Courting]]> This week, Joe, Taylor, and Demascus dive deep into the difference between dating and courting — and let’s just say things get confusing real quick. Joe swears you can just "feel it", Taylor’s trying to figure out if anyone even dates with intention anymore, and Demascus… well, she’s still trying to decide if free food counts as love.


From modern “talking stages” to having a roster, the crew breaks down how people approach love today — and whether we’re actually building something or just wasting each other’s time. Expect jokes, a little chaos, and way too much honesty.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Dating--Courting-e3a70pd d2f2d9fc-b53e-4c25-8627-f5b687b562be Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>This week, Joe, Taylor, and Demascus dive deep into the difference between dating and courting — and let’s just say things get confusing real quick. Joe swears you can just &quot;feel it&quot;, Taylor’s trying to figure out if anyone even dates with intention anymore, and Demascus… well, she’s still trying to decide if free food counts as love.</p><p><br></p><p>From modern “talking stages” to having a roster, the crew breaks down how people approach love today — and whether we’re actually building something or just wasting each other’s time. Expect jokes, a little chaos, and way too much honesty.</p> true 01:18:56 2 19 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This week, Joe, Taylor, and Demascus dive deep into the difference between dating and courting — and let’s just say things get confusing real quick. Joe swears you can just &quot;feel it&quot;, Taylor’s trying to figure out if anyone even dates with intention anymore, and Demascus… well, she’s still trying to decide if free food counts as love. From modern “talking stages” to having a roster, the crew breaks down how people approach love today — and whether we’re actually building something or just wasting each other’s time. Expect jokes, a little chaos, and way too much honesty.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Childhood Wounds]]> In this episode, Joe’s still hungry but somehow thinking about his childhood at the same time, Taylor’s trying to figure out how to be a better sister, and Demascus — or whatever her actual name is — is still trying to remember who she is and why she has so much beef with Sagittarius men.

Between the emotional unpacking, astrological shade, and Joe asking if healing comes with snacks, this episode proves childhood wounds can hurt... but they can also make you laugh till you cry.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Childhood-Wounds-e39srgh 80caa1e5-efff-416e-8105-1aa8ab037765 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:01 GMT <p>In this episode, Joe’s still hungry but somehow thinking about his childhood at the same time, Taylor’s trying to figure out how to be a better sister, and Demascus — or whatever her actual name is — is still trying to remember who she is and why she has so much beef with Sagittarius men.</p><p>Between the emotional unpacking, astrological shade, and Joe asking if healing comes with snacks, this episode proves childhood wounds can hurt... but they can also make you laugh till you cry.</p> true 01:17:56 2 18 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)In this episode, Joe’s still hungry but somehow thinking about his childhood at the same time, Taylor’s trying to figure out how to be a better sister, and Demascus — or whatever her actual name is — is still trying to remember who she is and why she has so much beef with Sagittarius men. Between the emotional unpacking, astrological shade, and Joe asking if healing comes with snacks, this episode proves childhood wounds can hurt... but they can also make you laugh till you cry.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Fitness Journey]]> Joe, Taylor, and Samurai Guy Kyle hit the mic to talk about their so-called fitness journeys, and let’s be real, the struggle is real. From “I’ll start Monday” lies to gym fails and fruit fast, this episode dives into the hilarious ups and downs of trying (and sometimes failing) to stay fit.


Joe’s trying to figure out where his next meal is coming from, Taylor’s the queen of creative excuses (“my knees and back aren't set up that way”), and Kyle somehow turns every workout story into a wild adventure side quest including 5k,10k,etc. Expect laughs, gym confessions, and maybe even a little motivation — depending on how you define fitness.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Fitness-Journey-e39ipg0 04547a3f-47ef-4af7-89a6-c448f71d7a1f Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:00:01 GMT <p>Joe, Taylor, and Samurai Guy Kyle hit the mic to talk about their so-called fitness journeys, and let’s be real, the struggle is real. From “I’ll start Monday” lies to gym fails and fruit fast, this episode dives into the hilarious ups and downs of trying (and sometimes failing) to stay fit.</p><p><br></p><p>Joe’s trying to figure out where his next meal is coming from, Taylor’s the queen of creative excuses (“my knees and back aren&#39;t set up that way”), and Kyle somehow turns every workout story into a wild adventure side quest including 5k,10k,etc. Expect laughs, gym confessions, and maybe even a little motivation — depending on how you define fitness.</p> true 01:09:44 2 17 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Taylor, and Samurai Guy Kyle hit the mic to talk about their so-called fitness journeys, and let’s be real, the struggle is real. From “I’ll start Monday” lies to gym fails and fruit fast, this episode dives into the hilarious ups and downs of trying (and sometimes failing) to stay fit. Joe’s trying to figure out where his next meal is coming from, Taylor’s the queen of creative excuses (“my knees and back aren&#39;t set up that way”), and Kyle somehow turns every workout story into a wild adventure side quest including 5k,10k,etc. Expect laughs, gym confessions, and maybe even a little motivation — depending on how you define fitness.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Growth Vs. Comfort]]> This week, we’re joined by newcomer Shawn to chop it up about the ultimate life struggle: growth vs. comfort. Do you stay cozy in your comfort zone, or do you push yourself into growth — even when it’s uncomfortable? We break down real-life examples, share personal stories, and explore how choosing growth can be scary but oh-so-rewarding.

Expect laughs, relatable moments, and a little friendly debate as we weigh the benefits of playing it safe versus stepping into the unknown. By the end of the episode, you might just be inspired to leave your comfort zone… or at least understand why it feels so tempting.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Growth-Vs--Comfort-e3911r4 7bf011a1-f869-47d9-a5a3-7710d9d333a1 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>This week, we’re joined by newcomer Shawn to chop it up about the ultimate life struggle: growth vs. comfort. Do you stay cozy in your comfort zone, or do you push yourself into growth — even when it’s uncomfortable? We break down real-life examples, share personal stories, and explore how choosing growth can be scary but oh-so-rewarding.</p><p>Expect laughs, relatable moments, and a little friendly debate as we weigh the benefits of playing it safe versus stepping into the unknown. By the end of the episode, you might just be inspired to leave your comfort zone… or at least understand why it feels so tempting.</p> true 01:08:32 2 16 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)This week, we’re joined by newcomer Shawn to chop it up about the ultimate life struggle: growth vs. comfort. Do you stay cozy in your comfort zone, or do you push yourself into growth — even when it’s uncomfortable? We break down real-life examples, share personal stories, and explore how choosing growth can be scary but oh-so-rewarding. Expect laughs, relatable moments, and a little friendly debate as we weigh the benefits of playing it safe versus stepping into the unknown. By the end of the episode, you might just be inspired to leave your comfort zone… or at least understand why it feels so tempting.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Code Switching]]> From the club to the workplace to grandma’s living room, code switching shows up everywhere — and sometimes, whether we like it or not. In this episode, the crew chops it up about everything from girls demanding drinks in the club, to growing up switching speech for safety, to realizing how much this practice shaped who we are.

What starts as survival ends up looking like versatility. The conversation highlights how being able to move between worlds isn’t just a burden — it’s a superpower. With Joe clowning, Taylor questioning everything, and Q somehow turning it into philosophy, you already know it’s gonna be funny, real, and relatable.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Code-Switching-e38usbe 3206c876-d9cc-4ed3-871d-473c8c5fcca6 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>From the club to the workplace to grandma’s living room, code switching shows up everywhere — and sometimes, whether we like it or not. In this episode, the crew chops it up about everything from girls demanding drinks in the club, to growing up switching speech for safety, to realizing how much this practice shaped who we are.</p><p>What starts as survival ends up looking like versatility. The conversation highlights how being able to move between worlds isn’t just a burden — it’s a superpower. With Joe clowning, Taylor questioning everything, and Q somehow turning it into philosophy, you already know it’s gonna be funny, real, and relatable.</p> true 01:32:41 2 15 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)From the club to the workplace to grandma’s living room, code switching shows up everywhere — and sometimes, whether we like it or not. In this episode, the crew chops it up about everything from girls demanding drinks in the club, to growing up switching speech for safety, to realizing how much this practice shaped who we are. What starts as survival ends up looking like versatility. The conversation highlights how being able to move between worlds isn’t just a burden — it’s a superpower. With Joe clowning, Taylor questioning everything, and Q somehow turning it into philosophy, you already know it’s gonna be funny, real, and relatable.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Soul Ties]]> Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the mysterious, messy, and sometimes overhyped world of soul ties. What do they really mean? Are they spiritual connections, emotional baggage, or just another excuse people use when they can’t stop texting their ex at 2 a.m.? The crew debates who’s carrying the heaviest load of soul ties, what it really consists of in this day and age, and whether modern love makes breaking them harder—or easier. Joe thinks everybody gets soul ties like Oprah giving out cars, Taylor questions the entire thing like the skeptic of the group, and Q somehow finds a way to convince everyone he’s the most enlightened one in the room.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Soul-Ties-e38kvim 3c503d80-2949-46a3-8baf-03fb5a3027b0 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:00:01 GMT <p>Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the mysterious, messy, and sometimes overhyped world of <strong>soul ties</strong>. What do they really mean? Are they spiritual connections, emotional baggage, or just another excuse people use when they can’t stop texting their ex at 2 a.m.? The crew debates who’s carrying the <em>heaviest</em> load of soul ties, what it really consists of in this day and age, and whether modern love makes breaking them harder—or easier. Joe thinks everybody gets soul ties like Oprah giving out cars, Taylor questions the entire thing like the skeptic of the group, and Q somehow finds a way to convince everyone he’s the most enlightened one in the room.</p> true 01:27:05 2 14 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Q, and Taylor dive into the mysterious, messy, and sometimes overhyped world of soul ties. What do they really mean? Are they spiritual connections, emotional baggage, or just another excuse people use when they can’t stop texting their ex at 2 a.m.? The crew debates who’s carrying the heaviest load of soul ties, what it really consists of in this day and age, and whether modern love makes breaking them harder—or easier. Joe thinks everybody gets soul ties like Oprah giving out cars, Taylor questions the entire thing like the skeptic of the group, and Q somehow finds a way to convince everyone he’s the most enlightened one in the room.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Emotional Intelligence]]> Joe, Q, and Taylor go head-to-head on emotional intelligence—and let’s just say it’s not your average self-help talk. Q swears up and down he’s the most emotionally intelligent in the room, Taylor tries to prove she might actually be, and Joe tells her to “shut up” for hyping Q up way too much. Meanwhile, Q keeps reinventing the definition of emotional intelligence every five minutes, leaving everyone laughing and confused. It’s comedy, chaos, and a little bit of wisdom—all wrapped into one episode.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Emotional-Intelligence-e387aok 4addb0aa-d6c3-4206-929f-fa7fd0764819 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>Joe, Q, and Taylor go head-to-head on emotional intelligence—and let’s just say it’s not your average self-help talk. Q swears up and down he’s the most emotionally intelligent in the room, Taylor tries to prove she might actually be, and Joe tells her to “shut up” for hyping Q up way too much. Meanwhile, Q keeps reinventing the definition of emotional intelligence every five minutes, leaving everyone laughing and confused. It’s comedy, chaos, and a little bit of wisdom—all wrapped into one episode.</p> true 01:30:09 2 13 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Q, and Taylor go head-to-head on emotional intelligence—and let’s just say it’s not your average self-help talk. Q swears up and down he’s the most emotionally intelligent in the room, Taylor tries to prove she might actually be, and Joe tells her to “shut up” for hyping Q up way too much. Meanwhile, Q keeps reinventing the definition of emotional intelligence every five minutes, leaving everyone laughing and confused. It’s comedy, chaos, and a little bit of wisdom—all wrapped into one episode.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Dreams & Aspirations]]> Joe, Q, and Taylor link up to talk dreams and aspirations—and no, not the kind where you’re running late for class but forgot your pants. From wild career goals to the “one day I’ma hit the lottery” plans, the crew breaks down what keeps them motivated, what distractions get in the way, and why some dreams sound way better in theory than reality. Expect jokes, a little self-roasting, and some real talk about chasing what you want in life… even if that means starting with baby steps and a strong cup of coffee.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Dreams--Aspirations-e381c5c a6d88ba2-948a-4c3a-8425-f31211969a3c Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>Joe, Q, and Taylor link up to talk <em>dreams and aspirations</em>—and no, not the kind where you’re running late for class but forgot your pants. From wild career goals to the “one day I’ma hit the lottery” plans, the crew breaks down what keeps them motivated, what distractions get in the way, and why some dreams sound way better in theory than reality. Expect jokes, a little self-roasting, and some real talk about chasing what you want in life… even if that means starting with baby steps and a strong cup of coffee.</p> true 01:26:30 2 12 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Q, and Taylor link up to talk dreams and aspirations—and no, not the kind where you’re running late for class but forgot your pants. From wild career goals to the “one day I’ma hit the lottery” plans, the crew breaks down what keeps them motivated, what distractions get in the way, and why some dreams sound way better in theory than reality. Expect jokes, a little self-roasting, and some real talk about chasing what you want in life… even if that means starting with baby steps and a strong cup of coffee.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Communication]]> Joe, Q, and special guest GBaby (yes, that’s what she calls herself) sit down for one of the most underrated but most necessary topics: communication. Who’s really good at it, who thinks they’re good at it, and who’s just out here sending mixed signals like bad Wi-Fi? The crew breaks down their own styles of communicating, the misunderstandings that come with it, and why learning to actually listen might be the ultimate life hack. Expect laughs, debates, and some real gems about the best thing we can all do better — just talk it out.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Communication-e37k4p3 2b8e3e55-d60e-47b4-8cd5-eceff777234a Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>Joe, Q, and special guest GBaby (yes, that’s what she calls herself) sit down for one of the most underrated but most necessary topics: <em>communication</em>. Who’s really good at it, who thinks they’re good at it, and who’s just out here sending mixed signals like bad Wi-Fi? The crew breaks down their own styles of communicating, the misunderstandings that come with it, and why learning to actually listen might be the ultimate life hack. Expect laughs, debates, and some real gems about the best thing we can all do better — just talk it out.</p> true 01:17:55 2 11 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Q, and special guest GBaby (yes, that’s what she calls herself) sit down for one of the most underrated but most necessary topics: communication. Who’s really good at it, who thinks they’re good at it, and who’s just out here sending mixed signals like bad Wi-Fi? The crew breaks down their own styles of communicating, the misunderstandings that come with it, and why learning to actually listen might be the ultimate life hack. Expect laughs, debates, and some real gems about the best thing we can all do better — just talk it out.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Accountability]]> Joe Taylor and Q are back at it, diving headfirst into the dangerous waters of accountability — or as they call it, “that thing some people treat like it’s on backorder.” This time, the fellas are talking about why some women dodge accountability like it’s dodgeball in 5th grade gym class. From “it’s not me, it’s Mercury in retrograde” to “you should’ve known what I meant without me saying it,” they’re breaking down the funniest, wildest excuses they’ve heard. Expect jokes, real talk, and a few moments where you might have to pause and say, “Hold up… they might be onto something.”

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Accountability-e37ch21 b8fc78d6-edd3-45a6-b146-834549b555fe Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:00:01 GMT <p>Joe Taylor and Q are back at it, diving headfirst into the dangerous waters of <em>accountability</em> — or as they call it, “that thing some people treat like it’s on backorder.” This time, the fellas are talking about why some women dodge accountability like it’s dodgeball in 5th grade gym class. From “it’s not me, it’s Mercury in retrograde” to “you should’ve known what I meant without me saying it,” they’re breaking down the funniest, wildest excuses they’ve heard. Expect jokes, real talk, and a few moments where you might have to pause and say, “Hold up… they might be onto something.”</p> true 01:30:44 2 10 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe Taylor and Q are back at it, diving headfirst into the dangerous waters of accountability — or as they call it, “that thing some people treat like it’s on backorder.” This time, the fellas are talking about why some women dodge accountability like it’s dodgeball in 5th grade gym class. From “it’s not me, it’s Mercury in retrograde” to “you should’ve known what I meant without me saying it,” they’re breaking down the funniest, wildest excuses they’ve heard. Expect jokes, real talk, and a few moments where you might have to pause and say, “Hold up… they might be onto something.”Catch This Fade <![CDATA[One vs. Two Parent Households]]> Joe, Taylor, and Q tackle the chaos of growing up in one-parent vs. two-parent households, and let’s just say — neither one came with a manual. From getting thrown into the workforce way too early to the awkward moment of seeing your non-favorite parent laid up in the hospital and not knowing whether to cry, crack a joke, or just hand them Jell-O… the guys keep it all the way real. Expect wild stories, laughter, and a reminder that no matter how many parents you had under one roof, the struggle (and comedy) was universal.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/One-vs--Two-Parent-Households-e372m9c b83f7642-f987-49ac-b1e2-2e06a538f4f0 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>Joe, Taylor, and Q tackle the chaos of growing up in one-parent vs. two-parent households, and let’s just say — neither one came with a manual. From getting thrown into the workforce way too early to the awkward moment of seeing your <em>non-favorite</em> parent laid up in the hospital and not knowing whether to cry, crack a joke, or just hand them Jell-O… the guys keep it all the way real. Expect wild stories, laughter, and a reminder that no matter how many parents you had under one roof, the struggle (and comedy) was universal.</p> true 01:30:16 2 9 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Taylor, and Q tackle the chaos of growing up in one-parent vs. two-parent households, and let’s just say — neither one came with a manual. From getting thrown into the workforce way too early to the awkward moment of seeing your non-favorite parent laid up in the hospital and not knowing whether to cry, crack a joke, or just hand them Jell-O… the guys keep it all the way real. Expect wild stories, laughter, and a reminder that no matter how many parents you had under one roof, the struggle (and comedy) was universal.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Codependency ]]> Joe, Q, and Taylor dive headfirst into the tangled web of codependency, swapping stories and laughs while untangling what it really means to lean on someone and when it’s maybe a little too much. Just when the conversation seems to be settling they veer off into a surprisingly sharp left turn into a totally different topic proving that even codependent chats can have commitment issues.


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Codependency-e36li9c 216028d4-4f57-4298-9e7f-07af2c8c38b2 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>Joe, Q, and Taylor dive headfirst into the tangled web of codependency, swapping stories and laughs while untangling what it really means to lean on someone and when it’s maybe a little too much. Just when the conversation seems to be settling they veer off into a surprisingly sharp left turn into a totally different topic proving that even codependent chats can have commitment issues.</p><p><br></p> true 01:03:47 2 8 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Q, and Taylor dive headfirst into the tangled web of codependency, swapping stories and laughs while untangling what it really means to lean on someone and when it’s maybe a little too much. Just when the conversation seems to be settling they veer off into a surprisingly sharp left turn into a totally different topic proving that even codependent chats can have commitment issues.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Untitled.mp3 ]]> Joe, Q, and newcomer Taylor dive into a heart-to-heart on codependency—but like any good late-night convo, things don’t stay on script for long. What starts as a deep dive into emotional attachments slowly drifts into a different kind of entanglement… one that hits a little closer to home. Tune in for the laughs, the curveballs, and the kind of real talk that only happens when the mics are hot and the guard is down.


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Untitled-mp3-e36h2fe 10e0380e-e7d0-4d55-94d2-075fd8f976cb Wed, 06 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>Joe, Q, and newcomer Taylor dive into a heart-to-heart on codependency—but like any good late-night convo, things don’t stay on script for long. What starts as a deep dive into emotional attachments slowly drifts into a different kind of entanglement… one that hits a little closer to home. Tune in for the laughs, the curveballs, and the kind of real talk that only happens when the mics are hot and the guard is down.</p><p><br></p> false 01:20:29 2 7 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Joe, Q, and newcomer Taylor dive into a heart-to-heart on codependency—but like any good late-night convo, things don’t stay on script for long. What starts as a deep dive into emotional attachments slowly drifts into a different kind of entanglement… one that hits a little closer to home. Tune in for the laughs, the curveballs, and the kind of real talk that only happens when the mics are hot and the guard is down.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Navigating Adult Friendships]]> Adult friendships aren’t always easy and in this episode The Avengers assemble to talk all about it Joe,Q, Rovens, Pete, & Thad also the return of Yanna B dive into the real raw and sometimes ridiculous world of maintaining friendships as grown folks

We talk about how life changes careers relationships moving and growth can shift the dynamics between friends Do we still make time for each other How do we deal with drifting apart or reconnecting after distance to the hard convos we usually avoid nothing’s off the table

This one’s got laughs real talk and that signature Catch This Fade energy Tune in as we figure out what it means to ride for your people in adulthood and what it takes to keep those bonds strong.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Navigating-Adult-Friendships-e357qh8 ece129fa-cee0-4d46-a361-b730ad5b5da2 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>Adult friendships aren’t always easy and in this episode The Avengers assemble to talk all about it Joe,Q, Rovens, Pete, &amp; Thad also the return of Yanna B dive into the real raw and sometimes ridiculous world of maintaining friendships as grown folks</p><p>We talk about how life changes careers relationships moving and growth can shift the dynamics between friends Do we still make time for each other How do we deal with drifting apart or reconnecting after distance to the hard convos we usually avoid nothing’s off the table</p><p>This one’s got laughs real talk and that signature <em>Catch This Fade</em> energy Tune in as we figure out what it means to ride for your people in adulthood and what it takes to keep those bonds strong.</p> true 00:50:40 2 6 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Adult friendships aren’t always easy and in this episode The Avengers assemble to talk all about it Joe,Q, Rovens, Pete, &amp; Thad also the return of Yanna B dive into the real raw and sometimes ridiculous world of maintaining friendships as grown folks We talk about how life changes careers relationships moving and growth can shift the dynamics between friends Do we still make time for each other How do we deal with drifting apart or reconnecting after distance to the hard convos we usually avoid nothing’s off the table This one’s got laughs real talk and that signature Catch This Fade energy Tune in as we figure out what it means to ride for your people in adulthood and what it takes to keep those bonds strong.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Attachment Theory]]> In this episode, the boys kick things off with a lively convo about attachment theory—breaking down the basics, sharing our takes, and of course, sprinkling in a little chaos along the way. But things take a turn when the group thins out, and it’s just Joe and Ro left at the table. That’s when the conversation gets deeper.

We open up about how our own attachment styles show up in real life—relationships, friendships, even the way we handle conflict. It’s raw, real, and more personal than expected. Whether you're secure, anxious, avoidant, or somewhere in between, this episode has something that'll hit home.

Come Catch This Fade and let's talk about how we connect... or sometimes, don’t.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Attachment-Theory-e355d5g 57d7724c-315c-4862-8556-2e7456c4e6f6 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>In this episode, the boys kick things off with a lively convo about attachment theory—breaking down the basics, sharing our takes, and of course, sprinkling in a little chaos along the way. But things take a turn when the group thins out, and it’s just Joe and Ro left at the table. That’s when the conversation gets deeper.</p><p>We open up about how our own attachment styles show up in real life—relationships, friendships, even the way we handle conflict. It’s raw, real, and more personal than expected. Whether you&#39;re secure, anxious, avoidant, or somewhere in between, this episode has something that&#39;ll hit home.</p><p>Come <em>Catch This Fade</em> and let&#39;s talk about how we connect... or sometimes, don’t.</p> false 01:09:20 2 5 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)In this episode, the boys kick things off with a lively convo about attachment theory—breaking down the basics, sharing our takes, and of course, sprinkling in a little chaos along the way. But things take a turn when the group thins out, and it’s just Joe and Ro left at the table. That’s when the conversation gets deeper. We open up about how our own attachment styles show up in real life—relationships, friendships, even the way we handle conflict. It’s raw, real, and more personal than expected. Whether you&#39;re secure, anxious, avoidant, or somewhere in between, this episode has something that&#39;ll hit home. Come Catch This Fade and let&#39;s talk about how we connect... or sometimes, don’t.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Healing Journey]]> In this episode we sit down with my crew and a new voice at the table to talk all things healing From unlearning toxic patterns to setting boundaries and learning how to give ourselves grace we open up about what our healing journeys have looked like so far Spoiler alert it's messy it's not linear and sometimes it’s funny in the most unexpected ways We talk about what’s helped us grow what still hurts and how we’re trying to be better for ourselves and the people around us Whether you're deep in your own journey or just starting to ask the hard questions this one's for you Tune in and get real with us


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Healing-Journey-e353dtf d3bba34b-6044-44c0-a14c-aeb01df0bda6 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>In this episode we sit down with my crew and a new voice at the table to talk all things healing From unlearning toxic patterns to setting boundaries and learning how to give ourselves grace we open up about what our healing journeys have looked like so far Spoiler alert it's messy it's not linear and sometimes it’s funny in the most unexpected ways We talk about what’s helped us grow what still hurts and how we’re trying to be better for ourselves and the people around us Whether you're deep in your own journey or just starting to ask the hard questions this one's for you Tune in and get real with us</p><p><br /></p> true 01:08:38 2 4 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)In this episode we sit down with my crew and a new voice at the table to talk all things healing From unlearning toxic patterns to setting boundaries and learning how to give ourselves grace we open up about what our healing journeys have looked like so far Spoiler alert it's messy it's not linear and sometimes it’s funny in the most unexpected ways We talk about what’s helped us grow what still hurts and how we’re trying to be better for ourselves and the people around us Whether you're deep in your own journey or just starting to ask the hard questions this one's for you Tune in and get real with usCatch This Fade <![CDATA[You Don't Watch Anime?]]> In this lighter, more relaxed episode, we take a break from our usual deep dives and just have some fun. The topic? Joe has never watched anime—and yes, we’re just as surprised as you are. We unpack what that means, how it happened, and why it leads to a hilarious (and surprisingly insightful) conversation. Whether you’re a die-hard anime fan or someone who thinks Piccolo has an aura, this episode has something for everyone.


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/You-Dont-Watch-Anime-e34vsgl aae30342-aa9e-4357-9652-d3c6a515128f Wed, 09 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>In this lighter, more relaxed episode, we take a break from our usual deep dives and just have some fun. The topic? Joe has never watched anime—and yes, we’re just as surprised as you are. We unpack what that means, how it happened, and why it leads to a hilarious (and surprisingly insightful) conversation. Whether you’re a die-hard anime fan or someone who thinks Piccolo has an aura, this episode has something for everyone.</p><p><br></p> true 00:55:32 2 3 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)In this lighter, more relaxed episode, we take a break from our usual deep dives and just have some fun. The topic? Joe has never watched anime—and yes, we’re just as surprised as you are. We unpack what that means, how it happened, and why it leads to a hilarious (and surprisingly insightful) conversation. Whether you’re a die-hard anime fan or someone who thinks Piccolo has an aura, this episode has something for everyone.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Men's Mental Health Month]]> In this episode, the fellas step way out of our usual comfort zone to dive into something we don’t normally talk about: Men’s Mental Health Month. Yeah, it’s not our typical “fade-worthy” content, but somehow we still kept it hilarious, honest, and real.

From bottling up emotions like expired hot sauce to finally admitting we’re not OK (even if we still refuse to ask for directions), this episode is all about breaking the stigma—guy style. Tune in for laughs, truth bombs, and the kind of conversations men need to have more often.

Plus, we’re committed to dropping episodes more consistently from here on out—that’s a promise. So stay tuned and keep catching these fades!

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Mens-Mental-Health-Month-e35029g 906d5565-1bf1-4f37-83fd-3d141d9eedaf Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:00:00 GMT <p>In this episode, the fellas step way out of our usual comfort zone to dive into something we don’t normally talk about: <strong>Men’s Mental Health Month</strong>. Yeah, it’s not our typical “fade-worthy” content, but somehow we still kept it hilarious, honest, and real.</p><p>From bottling up emotions like expired hot sauce to finally admitting we’re not OK (even if we still refuse to ask for directions), this episode is all about breaking the stigma—guy style. Tune in for laughs, truth bombs, and the kind of conversations men need to have more often.</p><p>Plus, we’re committed to dropping episodes more consistently from here on out—that’s a promise. So stay tuned and keep catching these fades!</p> true 00:47:46 2 2 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)In this episode, the fellas step way out of our usual comfort zone to dive into something we don’t normally talk about: Men’s Mental Health Month. Yeah, it’s not our typical “fade-worthy” content, but somehow we still kept it hilarious, honest, and real. From bottling up emotions like expired hot sauce to finally admitting we’re not OK (even if we still refuse to ask for directions), this episode is all about breaking the stigma—guy style. Tune in for laughs, truth bombs, and the kind of conversations men need to have more often. Plus, we’re committed to dropping episodes more consistently from here on out—that’s a promise. So stay tuned and keep catching these fades!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[PDA]]> In this episode, co-hosts Dula and Shay dive into the world of public displays of affection (PDA). From sweet hand-holding to full-on make-out sessions, we break down what feels acceptable, what’s awkward, and where we each personally draw the line. Are there unspoken PDA rules based on culture or the type of relationship? Is PDA romantic or just unnecessary? Tune in as we share our takes, debate the cringiest PDA moments we’ve witnessed, and get real about how we feel when love goes public.

Plus, we’re excited to introduce our brand-new artwork, adding fresh energy to the show’s vibe. Let’s talk about it!


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/PDA-e2vik3m a3dff795-3705-4d32-a4ec-264296abd88f Sat, 01 Mar 2025 20:37:14 GMT <p>In this episode, co-hosts Dula and Shay dive into the world of public displays of affection (PDA). From sweet hand-holding to full-on make-out sessions, we break down what feels acceptable, what’s awkward, and where we each personally draw the line. Are there unspoken PDA rules based on culture or the type of relationship? Is PDA romantic or just unnecessary? Tune in as we share our takes, debate the cringiest PDA moments we’ve witnessed, and get real about how we feel when love goes public.</p><p>Plus, we’re excited to introduce our brand-new artwork, adding fresh energy to the show’s vibe. Let’s talk about it!</p><p><br></p> true 01:03:19 2 1 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)In this episode, co-hosts Dula and Shay dive into the world of public displays of affection (PDA). From sweet hand-holding to full-on make-out sessions, we break down what feels acceptable, what’s awkward, and where we each personally draw the line. Are there unspoken PDA rules based on culture or the type of relationship? Is PDA romantic or just unnecessary? Tune in as we share our takes, debate the cringiest PDA moments we’ve witnessed, and get real about how we feel when love goes public. Plus, we’re excited to introduce our brand-new artwork, adding fresh energy to the show’s vibe. Let’s talk about it!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Forgiveness - Episode 14]]> In this episode, we dive into the profound and often transformative power of forgiveness. We explore how holding onto resentment and anger can weigh heavily on our emotional well-being, affecting not just our minds but our bodies too. We discuss practical ways to begin the journey of forgiveness, the challenges that come with it, and how choosing to forgive doesn’t mean forgetting—but rather freeing ourselves to heal. Forgiveness can open the door to inner peace, resilience, and healthier relationships. Plus, we’re excited to welcome back your favorite female co-host to share her insights and experiences on this powerful topic.




]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Forgiveness---Episode-14-e2lu93v 96b3ac3d-b2a6-480a-957a-7f6bfcd244af Fri, 12 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT <p>In this episode, we dive into the profound and often transformative power of forgiveness. We explore how holding onto resentment and anger can weigh heavily on our emotional well-being, affecting not just our minds but our bodies too. We discuss practical ways to begin the journey of forgiveness, the challenges that come with it, and how choosing to forgive doesn’t mean forgetting—but rather freeing ourselves to heal. Forgiveness can open the door to inner peace, resilience, and healthier relationships. Plus, we’re excited to welcome back your favorite female co-host to share her insights and experiences on this powerful topic.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> true 00:57:30 1 14 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)In this episode, we dive into the profound and often transformative power of forgiveness. We explore how holding onto resentment and anger can weigh heavily on our emotional well-being, affecting not just our minds but our bodies too. We discuss practical ways to begin the journey of forgiveness, the challenges that come with it, and how choosing to forgive doesn’t mean forgetting—but rather freeing ourselves to heal. Forgiveness can open the door to inner peace, resilience, and healthier relationships. Plus, we’re excited to welcome back your favorite female co-host to share her insights and experiences on this powerful topic.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Workplace Romance- Episode 13]]> Thanks so much for hanging in there with us. We know the wait felt a bit like waiting for the next episode of your favorite show—Stranger Things, anyone? Sometimes good things just take time to come together, and we wanted to make sure we brought you something worth the pause.

We’re beyond excited to be back and ready to hit the ground running with an amazing topic that we think you’re really going to enjoy. We’ve put a lot of thought into this one, and we can’t wait for you to hear what we’ve been working on.

Thanks again for your patience and support—we’re so glad to have you with us on this journey!

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Workplace-Romance--Episode-13-e2lm8be 075958bb-093d-4d80-8e59-8d7475e730c1 Fri, 05 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT <p>Thanks so much for hanging in there with us. We know the wait felt a bit like waiting for the next episode of your favorite show—<em>Stranger Things</em>, anyone? Sometimes good things just take time to come together, and we wanted to make sure we brought you something worth the pause.</p><p>We’re beyond excited to be back and ready to hit the ground running with an amazing topic that we think you’re really going to enjoy. We’ve put a lot of thought into this one, and we can’t wait for you to hear what we’ve been working on.</p><p>Thanks again for your patience and support—we’re so glad to have you with us on this journey!</p> true 00:47:43 1 13 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Thanks so much for hanging in there with us. We know the wait felt a bit like waiting for the next episode of your favorite show—Stranger Things, anyone? Sometimes good things just take time to come together, and we wanted to make sure we brought you something worth the pause. We’re beyond excited to be back and ready to hit the ground running with an amazing topic that we think you’re really going to enjoy. We’ve put a lot of thought into this one, and we can’t wait for you to hear what we’ve been working on. Thanks again for your patience and support—we’re so glad to have you with us on this journey!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[For The Boys - Episode 12]]> We feel like there’s always an apology to make before the last few drops—so here it is! Sorry for the long breaks between episodes, but sometimes life just be life-ing, and that’s totally okay. This time, we switched things up a bit with Catch This Fade - 1, featuring just Joe and Q holding it down. Don’t worry, the full crew will be back soon!

We know the name might seem a little off-putting at first, but trust us, this episode is for everybody to enjoy. So kick back, relax, and catch the vibe with us. Thanks for sticking with us through the ups and downs!



]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/For-The-Boys---Episode-12-e26s49c 5ee71a15-2826-42d2-a073-e5a821f613ae Wed, 12 Jul 2023 16:00:00 GMT <p>We feel like there’s always an apology to make before the last few drops—so here it is! Sorry for the long breaks between episodes, but sometimes life just <em>be</em> life-ing, and that’s totally okay. This time, we switched things up a bit with <em>Catch This Fade - 1</em>, featuring just Joe and Q holding it down. Don’t worry, the full crew will be back soon!</p><p>We know the name might seem a little off-putting at first, but trust us, this episode is for everybody to enjoy. So kick back, relax, and catch the vibe with us. Thanks for sticking with us through the ups and downs!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> true 00:56:54 1 12 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)We feel like there’s always an apology to make before the last few drops—so here it is! Sorry for the long breaks between episodes, but sometimes life just be life-ing, and that’s totally okay. This time, we switched things up a bit with Catch This Fade - 1, featuring just Joe and Q holding it down. Don’t worry, the full crew will be back soon! We know the name might seem a little off-putting at first, but trust us, this episode is for everybody to enjoy. So kick back, relax, and catch the vibe with us. Thanks for sticking with us through the ups and downs!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Submissivness - Episode 11]]> Welcome back to your favorite trio! We want to apologize for the hiatus, but we’re back just in time for summer. This week, we’re diving into what it means to be submissive as a partner—breaking down the idea, exploring what it really looks like, and sharing ways we can all do better. Plus, we’ve got a special guest who swears they’re a comedian and had us laughing the whole time.

Tune in for real talk, plenty of laughs, and some fresh perspectives!

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Submissivness---Episode-11-e25n2mu a1fde675-f446-4a39-9b7d-4c219deef008 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 07:55:11 GMT <p>Welcome back to your favorite trio! We want to apologize for the hiatus, but we’re back just in time for summer. This week, we’re diving into what it means to be submissive as a partner—breaking down the idea, exploring what it really looks like, and sharing ways we can all do better. Plus, we’ve got a special guest who swears they’re a comedian and had us laughing the whole time.</p><p>Tune in for real talk, plenty of laughs, and some fresh perspectives!</p> true 00:55:10 1 11 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Welcome back to your favorite trio! We want to apologize for the hiatus, but we’re back just in time for summer. This week, we’re diving into what it means to be submissive as a partner—breaking down the idea, exploring what it really looks like, and sharing ways we can all do better. Plus, we’ve got a special guest who swears they’re a comedian and had us laughing the whole time. Tune in for real talk, plenty of laughs, and some fresh perspectives!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[C.T.F. - Episode 10]]> We’re back with our most hilarious episode yet to celebrate hitting 10 episodes! Over the past three months, you’ve rocked out with us through every laugh, story, and deep dive—and now we want to give you something special to brighten your midweek.

This one’s a little shorter than usual, but don’t let that fool you. The episode shares the same name as the show, and once you listen, you’ll understand exactly why we chose it. It’s packed with the energy, humor, and real talk you’ve come to expect, just in a fun, bite-sized package.

So kick back, press play, and enjoy this milestone celebration with your favorite trio. Thanks for being part of the journey—here’s to many more episodes and even more laughs ahead!

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/C-T-F----Episode-10-e23r76m 2743153c-48cd-416e-88e5-1ae9b59e19bf Wed, 10 May 2023 16:26:10 GMT <p>We’re back with our most hilarious episode yet to celebrate hitting 10 episodes! Over the past three months, you’ve rocked out with us through every laugh, story, and deep dive—and now we want to give you something special to brighten your midweek.</p><p>This one’s a little shorter than usual, but don’t let that fool you. The episode shares the same name as the show, and once you listen, you’ll understand exactly why we chose it. It’s packed with the energy, humor, and real talk you’ve come to expect, just in a fun, bite-sized package.</p><p>So kick back, press play, and enjoy this milestone celebration with your favorite trio. Thanks for being part of the journey—here’s to many more episodes and even more laughs ahead!</p> true 00:48:40 1 10 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)We’re back with our most hilarious episode yet to celebrate hitting 10 episodes! Over the past three months, you’ve rocked out with us through every laugh, story, and deep dive—and now we want to give you something special to brighten your midweek. This one’s a little shorter than usual, but don’t let that fool you. The episode shares the same name as the show, and once you listen, you’ll understand exactly why we chose it. It’s packed with the energy, humor, and real talk you’ve come to expect, just in a fun, bite-sized package. So kick back, press play, and enjoy this milestone celebration with your favorite trio. Thanks for being part of the journey—here’s to many more episodes and even more laughs ahead!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Acrimony - Episode 09]]> Look who’s back—your favorite podcast trio with a fresh episode you won’t want to miss! This time, we’re breaking down the film Acrimony and debating who was right and who was wrong. Naturally, we don’t always see eye to eye, but that’s exactly why we’re here—to catch these fades and keep it real.

Welcome back, pull up a seat, and enjoy the show!

[SPOILER ALERT]

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Acrimony---Episode-09-e23djch b3271653-6ec0-4acd-9363-344b1b933b04 Wed, 03 May 2023 04:00:15 GMT <p>Look who’s back—your favorite podcast trio with a fresh episode you won’t want to miss! This time, we’re breaking down the film <em>Acrimony</em> and debating who was right and who was wrong. Naturally, we don’t always see eye to eye, but that’s exactly why we’re here—to catch these fades and keep it real.</p><p>Welcome back, pull up a seat, and enjoy the show!</p><p>[SPOILER ALERT]</p> true 01:08:54 1 9 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Look who’s back—your favorite podcast trio with a fresh episode you won’t want to miss! This time, we’re breaking down the film Acrimony and debating who was right and who was wrong. Naturally, we don’t always see eye to eye, but that’s exactly why we’re here—to catch these fades and keep it real. Welcome back, pull up a seat, and enjoy the show! [SPOILER ALERT]Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Social Media - Episode 08]]> They say money runs the world—but what happens when social media starts running it too? Especially in today’s relationships, everyone seems to have an opinion on how couples are supposed to act, feel, and even post online. But honestly, we don’t agree with most of it.

In this episode, your favorite trio dives into the social media epidemic and its impact on love and connection. Is it helping couples grow closer or tearing them apart? From the pressure to keep up appearances to the drama of online jealousy, we break down the good, the bad, and the downright messy sides of dating in the digital age.

Tune in for some real talk, hot takes, and laughs as we explore how social media shapes—and sometimes shakes—our relationships.
Come Catch This Fade and get the tea on love in the age of likes!


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Social-Media---Episode-08-e227gl5 ee80e71e-57eb-4106-b871-68d696c144ad Wed, 12 Apr 2023 04:00:18 GMT <p>They say money runs the world—but what happens when social media starts running it too? Especially in today’s relationships, everyone seems to have an opinion on how couples are supposed to act, feel, and even post online. But honestly, we don’t agree with most of it.</p><p>In this episode, your favorite trio dives into the social media epidemic and its impact on love and connection. Is it helping couples grow closer or tearing them apart? From the pressure to keep up appearances to the drama of online jealousy, we break down the good, the bad, and the downright messy sides of dating in the digital age.</p><p>Tune in for some real talk, hot takes, and laughs as we explore how social media shapes—and sometimes shakes—our relationships.<br>Come <em>Catch This Fade</em> and get the tea on love in the age of likes!</p><p><br></p> true 01:02:45 1 8 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)They say money runs the world—but what happens when social media starts running it too? Especially in today’s relationships, everyone seems to have an opinion on how couples are supposed to act, feel, and even post online. But honestly, we don’t agree with most of it. In this episode, your favorite trio dives into the social media epidemic and its impact on love and connection. Is it helping couples grow closer or tearing them apart? From the pressure to keep up appearances to the drama of online jealousy, we break down the good, the bad, and the downright messy sides of dating in the digital age. Tune in for some real talk, hot takes, and laughs as we explore how social media shapes—and sometimes shakes—our relationships. Come Catch This Fade and get the tea on love in the age of likes!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[First Dates - Episode 07]]> So boom—you finally land that first date with someone you really like! What’s next? What do you do to make a good impression? What precautions do you take to stay safe and comfortable? And seriously, what do you even bring with you?

In this episode, your favorite trio gets real about our first date experiences—the good, the awkward, and the downright disastrous. We share stories about what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons we learned along the way. Whether it’s knowing when to text, what to wear, or how to read the vibe, we’ve got tips and laughs to help you ace your next first date.

Grab a pen and paper because this is your official assignment—take notes and get ready to level up your dating game.
Come Catch This Fade and let’s talk first dates!

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/First-Dates---Episode-07-e21ajod 46223c3d-94a8-4584-9712-e318b66aa912 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:39 GMT <p>So boom—you finally land that first date with someone you really like! What’s next? What do you do to make a good impression? What precautions do you take to stay safe and comfortable? And seriously, what do you even bring with you?</p><p>In this episode, your favorite trio gets real about our first date experiences—the good, the awkward, and the downright disastrous. We share stories about what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons we learned along the way. Whether it’s knowing when to text, what to wear, or how to read the vibe, we’ve got tips and laughs to help you ace your next first date.</p><p>Grab a pen and paper because this is your official assignment—take notes and get ready to level up your dating game.<br>Come <em>Catch This Fade</em> and let’s talk first dates!</p> true 01:15:45 1 7 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)So boom—you finally land that first date with someone you really like! What’s next? What do you do to make a good impression? What precautions do you take to stay safe and comfortable? And seriously, what do you even bring with you? In this episode, your favorite trio gets real about our first date experiences—the good, the awkward, and the downright disastrous. We share stories about what worked, what didn’t, and the lessons we learned along the way. Whether it’s knowing when to text, what to wear, or how to read the vibe, we’ve got tips and laughs to help you ace your next first date. Grab a pen and paper because this is your official assignment—take notes and get ready to level up your dating game. Come Catch This Fade and let’s talk first dates!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Double Standards- Episode 06]]> “It’s cool when they do it... it’s a problem when I do it.” Sound familiar? We live in a world full of double standards—some we’ve accepted, some we challenge, and some we’re just plain tired of. Society has a way of deciding what’s “normal” for each gender, but who makes those rules, and why are we still following them?

In this episode, the trio unpacks the double standards that hit close to home. From dating and emotions to work and appearance, we get real about the ones that still affect us and the ones that are just straight-up ridiculous. Join us for a candid conversation filled with laughs, eye-rolls, and some much-needed truth-telling.

You don’t want to miss this one. Let’s talk about it—Catch This Fade!

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Double-Standards--Episode-06-e20f9lv c16ceb0b-0b03-4d9f-bdc1-8fa8c9f09cd1 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:47:41 GMT <p>“It’s cool when they do it... it’s a problem when I do it.” Sound familiar? We live in a world full of double standards—some we’ve accepted, some we challenge, and some we’re just plain tired of. Society has a way of deciding what’s “normal” for each gender, but who makes those rules, and why are we still following them?</p><p>In this episode, the trio unpacks the double standards that hit close to home. From dating and emotions to work and appearance, we get real about the ones that still affect us and the ones that are just straight-up ridiculous. Join us for a candid conversation filled with laughs, eye-rolls, and some much-needed truth-telling.</p><p>You don’t want to miss this one. Let’s talk about it—<em>Catch This Fade</em>!</p> true 00:49:04 1 6 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)“It’s cool when they do it... it’s a problem when I do it.” Sound familiar? We live in a world full of double standards—some we’ve accepted, some we challenge, and some we’re just plain tired of. Society has a way of deciding what’s “normal” for each gender, but who makes those rules, and why are we still following them? In this episode, the trio unpacks the double standards that hit close to home. From dating and emotions to work and appearance, we get real about the ones that still affect us and the ones that are just straight-up ridiculous. Join us for a candid conversation filled with laughs, eye-rolls, and some much-needed truth-telling. You don’t want to miss this one. Let’s talk about it—Catch This Fade!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Love Language - Episode 05]]> What’s your love language? We’re all given five options to define how we give and receive love—but does it really capture who we are? In this episode, the crew breaks down our love language test results and how accurate (or not) they feel. We also hear from someone you don’t usually get to hear from—and yep, we’ve got a special guest in the mix adding their own take.

Join your favorite trio (plus one) as we explore what makes us feel seen, heard, and loved. Let’s figure each other out on a deeper level.
Come Catch This Fade!

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Love-Language---Episode-05-e1vltuh 1148d0f9-03c7-41b2-a48d-491aeed4542c Wed, 01 Mar 2023 05:00:57 GMT <p>What’s your love language? We’re all given five options to define how we give and receive love—but does it really capture who we are? In this episode, the crew breaks down our love language test results and how accurate (or not) they feel. We also hear from someone you don’t usually get to hear from—and yep, we’ve got a special guest in the mix adding their own take.</p><p>Join your favorite trio (plus one) as we explore what makes us feel seen, heard, and loved. Let’s figure each other out on a deeper level.<br>Come <em>Catch This Fade</em>!</p> true 01:18:17 1 5 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)What’s your love language? We’re all given five options to define how we give and receive love—but does it really capture who we are? In this episode, the crew breaks down our love language test results and how accurate (or not) they feel. We also hear from someone you don’t usually get to hear from—and yep, we’ve got a special guest in the mix adding their own take. Join your favorite trio (plus one) as we explore what makes us feel seen, heard, and loved. Let’s figure each other out on a deeper level. Come Catch This Fade!Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Toxic - Episode 04]]> Toxic kings and queens, this one’s for you. In this episode, we dive into the wild world of toxic behavior—what it looks like, where it comes from, and yeah... we even admit to a few of our own toxic traits (well, some of us). We’re living in a time ruled by the Futures and Brent Faiyazs of the world, where smooth beats sometimes mask messy mindsets. But just because the music slaps doesn’t mean we can’t break free from the toxicity being glorified around us.

Join us for some laughs, real talk, and maybe even a little growth.
Stay toxic, my friends... or don’t.


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Toxic---Episode-04-e1vcdak 950429f1-c6d3-4e20-9e5f-b83b412b53d7 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 17:00:37 GMT <p>Toxic kings and queens, this one’s for you. In this episode, we dive into the wild world of toxic behavior—what it looks like, where it comes from, and yeah... we even admit to a few of our own toxic traits (well, some of us). We’re living in a time ruled by the Futures and Brent Faiyazs of the world, where smooth beats sometimes mask messy mindsets. But just because the music slaps doesn’t mean we can’t break free from the toxicity being glorified around us.</p><p>Join us for some laughs, real talk, and maybe even a little growth.<br>Stay toxic, my friends... or don’t.</p><p><br></p> true 01:12:31 1 4 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)Toxic kings and queens, this one’s for you. In this episode, we dive into the wild world of toxic behavior—what it looks like, where it comes from, and yeah... we even admit to a few of our own toxic traits (well, some of us). We’re living in a time ruled by the Futures and Brent Faiyazs of the world, where smooth beats sometimes mask messy mindsets. But just because the music slaps doesn’t mean we can’t break free from the toxicity being glorified around us. Join us for some laughs, real talk, and maybe even a little growth. Stay toxic, my friends... or don’t.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[Valentine's Day - Episode 03]]> February 14th just popped up on the calendar—so what’s the move? Are you boo’d up, flying solo, or pretending it’s just another Wednesday? In this episode, the Cascade Crew dives into all things Valentine’s Day. We talk about what the day means to each of us, why it matters (or doesn’t), and what our ideal version of love day really looks like. From romantic dinners to self-love rituals to ghosting situationships, we’re covering it all.

So grab some chocolates—or a glass of wine—and join the convo. Happy Love Day, y’all. ❤️


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/Valentines-Day---Episode-03-e1v05kr f1e34a58-3cc7-4fa7-81e8-f428a81d88e9 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 04:10:51 GMT <p>February 14th just popped up on the calendar—so what’s the move? Are you boo’d up, flying solo, or pretending it’s just another Wednesday? In this episode, the Cascade Crew dives into all things Valentine’s Day. We talk about what the day means to each of us, why it matters (or doesn’t), and what our ideal version of love day really looks like. From romantic dinners to self-love rituals to ghosting situationships, we’re covering it all.</p><p>So grab some chocolates—or a glass of wine—and join the convo. Happy Love Day, y’all. ❤️</p><p><br></p> true 01:13:32 1 3 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)February 14th just popped up on the calendar—so what’s the move? Are you boo’d up, flying solo, or pretending it’s just another Wednesday? In this episode, the Cascade Crew dives into all things Valentine’s Day. We talk about what the day means to each of us, why it matters (or doesn’t), and what our ideal version of love day really looks like. From romantic dinners to self-love rituals to ghosting situationships, we’re covering it all. So grab some chocolates—or a glass of wine—and join the convo. Happy Love Day, y’all. ❤️Catch This Fade <![CDATA["You People" - Episode 02]]> What’s it like to date someone who doesn’t look like you? How much are you willing to compromise? And seriously—what would you do if your partner squared up with your mom? In a world where people feel pressured to "stay in their lane" and date someone who looks good on paper, we’re asking: what if your person isn’t from your race or culture? Join the crew as we break down the film You People and get real about interracial relationships.

Spoiler alert—we're not holding back.


]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/You-People---Episode-02-e1ubj5m a9a29128-f6aa-4d9a-b629-dafc7b044a85 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 05:00:11 GMT <p>What’s it like to date someone who doesn’t look like you? How much are you willing to compromise? And seriously—what would you do if your partner squared up with your mom? In a world where people feel pressured to &quot;stay in their lane&quot; and date someone who looks good <em>on paper</em>, we’re asking: what if your person isn’t from your race or culture? Join the crew as we break down the film <em>You People</em> and get real about interracial relationships.</p><p>Spoiler alert—we&#39;re not holding back.</p><p><br></p> true 00:58:33 1 2 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)What’s it like to date someone who doesn’t look like you? How much are you willing to compromise? And seriously—what would you do if your partner squared up with your mom? In a world where people feel pressured to &quot;stay in their lane&quot; and date someone who looks good on paper, we’re asking: what if your person isn’t from your race or culture? Join the crew as we break down the film You People and get real about interracial relationships. Spoiler alert—we&#39;re not holding back.Catch This Fade <![CDATA[50/50 - Episode 01]]> We all know the internet loves to debate the whole 50/50 rule—who pays for what in a relationship? What do men bring to the table, and what do women owe in return? In this debut episode, we’re diving into the roles we grew up believing, what we’ve witnessed, and what we actually want for ourselves in future relationships. Tune in as we break down the viral debate and share our takes on love, money, and expectations. Welcome to Catch This Fade.

]]> https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catching-fades/episodes/5050---Episode-01-e1tutv0 a0bac6d6-0787-4b10-8e15-99c9b05664ee Wed, 01 Feb 2023 03:51:47 GMT <p>We all know the internet loves to debate the whole 50/50 rule—who pays for what in a relationship? What do men bring to the table, and what do women owe in return? In this debut episode, we’re diving into the roles we grew up believing, what we’ve witnessed, and what we actually want for ourselves in future relationships. Tune in as we break down the viral debate and share our takes on love, money, and expectations. Welcome to <em>Catch This Fade</em>.</p> true 00:56:40 1 1 full itsgeraldroberts@gmail.com (Catch This Fade)We all know the internet loves to debate the whole 50/50 rule—who pays for what in a relationship? What do men bring to the table, and what do women owe in return? In this debut episode, we’re diving into the roles we grew up believing, what we’ve witnessed, and what we actually want for ourselves in future relationships. Tune in as we break down the viral debate and share our takes on love, money, and expectations. Welcome to Catch This Fade.Catch This Fade