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Marina Franklin

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I tell jokes for a living and create content for Friends Like Us Podcast.

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It's @friendslikeus.bsky.social day! Host Marina Franklin talks with @vanessafraction.bsky.social and @kenicemobley.bsky.social. They dive into everything from winter sports to reality TV with Tyra Banks. It's filled with humor and all the laughs you need!

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04.03.2026 19:29 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's @friendslikeus.bsky.social day! I talk with Jordan Carlos and Nonye Brown-West on how to spice up your #marriage and laugh about it! Discover #relationship tips from Jordan's new book 'Choreplay.' Perfect for those who appreciate humor and honesty!

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25.02.2026 18:31 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This @friendslikeus.bsky.social I talk with with two hilarious women! Join @vanessafraction.bsky.social & @jackiefab.bsky.social on the latest episode!

We talk with Jackie Fabulous about her hilarious new special, "You Can Leave," available on Hulu!

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18.02.2026 16:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us on @friendslikeus.bsky.social with Janus Adams and Sami Beason as we discuss the challenges Black women face and what's being done to empower and uplift our communities. Don't miss: sites.libsyn.com/54294/harrie...

#blacksky #blackhistorymonth

11.02.2026 23:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friends Like Us: Swipe Right for Laughter: Dating Tales For Valentines Day Marina Franklin host a brand new Friends Like Us with Jenny SaldaΓ±a and Kimberly Clark!  We spill hilarious and heartfelt dating stories, just in time for Valentine's Day! Jenny SaldaΓ±a is a writ...

Swipe Right for Laughter on a new @friendslikeus.bsky.social: Dating Tales with Jenny Saldana and Kimberly Clark !

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#valentinesday #datingtrends

11.02.2026 23:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friends Like Us: Harriet Tubman's Legacy: A Way Out of No Way For Black History Month This week, host Marina Franklin has a powerful conversation with Janus Adams and Sami Beason on Friends Like Us as we explore Harriet Tubman's entrepreneurial spirit and how it can guide us today. An ...

On @friendslikeus.bsky.social, we discuss the challenges black women face and what's being done to empower and uplift.

I talk with Janus Adams and Sami Beason about how Harriet Tubman's legacy inspires today!

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#blacksky #blackhistory #harriettubman

04.02.2026 20:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friends Like Us: Fruits of Color and Fascinating Flaws with Zainab Johnson and Kenice Mobley Wondering how dating apps compare to thrift shopping? So did we! Host Marina Franklin talks with Zainab Johnson and Kenice Mobley on our latest episode of Friends Like Us as we navigate the amusing wo...

A fresh and funny new episode of @friendslikeus.bsky.social featuring the hilarious @zainabjohnson.bsky.social and @kenicemobley.bsky.social ! We talk about the evolution of Barbie, men with boats, and why avocados are "fruits of color." Don't miss it!

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28.01.2026 22:52 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Tune in for an insightful episode where host Marina Franklin discusses black men's health, comedy, and the power of community with guests Guy Torry and Nonye Brown-West.
Listen: sites.libsyn.com/54294/stand-...

#guytorry #menhealth #blackmen #blacksky

28.01.2026 16:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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What happens when AI bots start becoming sentient? Dive into the fascinating dynamics in 'Your Behavior Will Be Monitored' by @justinfeinstein.bsky.social . Pre-Order now.
Get ready for a thrilling exploration into the future of advertising and AI!

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#ai

21.01.2026 20:11 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's @friendslikeus.bsky.social day!
I talk with #JustinFeinstein and #SamiBeason about AI's future impact to the importance of staying connected in this digital age. Pre-Order Justin's new book: "Your Behavior Will Be Monitored" and listen: Linktr.ee/marinayfranklin
#podcast

14.01.2026 20:41 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How do you handle winter blues? Join me with guests @vanessafraction.bsky.social and Hollie Harper as we talk holiday cheer, money-saving hacks, and controversial documentaries that will keep you talking: sites.libsyn.com/54294/laught...

#blacksky #podcast #blackwomen #friends

04.01.2026 17:49 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Opinion | Eric Adams Hurt More Than Just Himself

Eric Adams Hurt More Than Just Himself www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/o...

31.12.2025 12:21 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Why are our Black community members dying younger? It's time we address our mental health with the urgency it deserves. Access to therapy can change outcomes.
@therapywithashleyg.bsky.social on Friends! :https://sites.libsyn.com/54294/the-journey-to-wellness-therapy-trauma-and-triumph
#blacksky

19.12.2025 20:50 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This @friendslikeus.bsky.social we have a real conversation on caregiving and the complex relationships we have with our mothers. Join myself and incredible guests, Angela Nissel and Charla Lauriston. Pre-Order Angela's new memoir now
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#Caregiving #blacksky

18.12.2025 19:33 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Setting boundaries isn't selfishβ€”it's essential! Listen to @friendslikeus.bsky.social and learn about the cost of healing in silence.

We talk with @therapywithashleyg.bsky.social about her new book: "The Cost of Healing in Silence" available now.

#therapy #blackgirltherapy #blacksky

18.12.2025 19:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This @friendslikeus.bsky.social we're breaking the silence around mental health in communities of color. I talk with Nonye Brown-West and author @therapywithashleyg.bsky.social about her new book: "The Cost of Healing in Silence" and finding support.

Listen: sites.libsyn.com/54294/the-jo...

12.12.2025 02:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friends Like Us: BLACK, WHITE, COLORED: The Hidden History of an Insurrection, a Southern Town, and Identity in America This Friends Like Us Podcast, Host Marina Franklin talks with Leeanet Noble  and Lauretta Noble about rich narratives and legacy embedded in their new book:  'BLACK, WHITE, COLORED: The Hidd...

History buffs! Hear about hidden stories of past with the @laurettaandleeanet.bsky.social of 'Black, White, Colored, The Hidden History of an Insurrection, a Southern Town, and Identity in America.'

Buy the book and listen:
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#Americanstory

03.12.2025 20:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Could you trust a robot with human operators in VR?
@vondecarlocomedy.bsky.social and @antpruitt.com dig deep into privacy issues that might make you say 'Creep fest!'
Listen: sites.libsyn.com/54294/embrac...

#AI #blacksky #friendslikeuspodcast

25.11.2025 19:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Could you trust a robot with human operators in VR? @vondecarlocomedy.bsky.social and @antpruitt.com dig deep into privacy issues that might make you say 'Creep fest!' #TechDebate #PrivacyMatters

23.11.2025 14:57 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friends Like Us: Embracing Milestones: Von Decarlo and Ant Pruitt on Aging Gracefully This week, host Marina Franklin is joined by Von Decarlo and Ant Pruitt, and we discuss life, faith and finding purpose at every age. Von's new book, 'Fine Over Fifty' is not just a book title; it's a...

It's @friendslikeus.bsky.social day!

@vondecarlocomedy.bsky.social 's 'Fine Over Fifty' is not just a book ; it's a vibe! I talk with Von Decarlo and about life, faith, and finding purpose at every age.

Listen: sites.libsyn.com/54294/embrac...

#50andfabulous #fineoverfifty

19.11.2025 21:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Explore a future where 'isms' are solved and everyone belongs. Listen to @leighannlord.bsky.social and @nourbese.bsky.social from @allaboveall.bsky.social sky.social on @friendslikeus.bsky.social

Listen:https://sites.libsyn.com/54294/sci-fi-meets-real-world-activism
#hope #reproductiverights

13.11.2025 23:26 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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How does horse medicine bring us closer to the earth? Get inspired by @allieyoung13.bsky.social Redhorse Young's narrative on balance and beauty in Navajo culture on @friendslikeus.bsky.social .

Listen now: sites.libsyn.com/54294/friend...

#HarmoniousBalance #Navajo #nativeamericanheritagemonth

12.11.2025 15:56 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Friends Like Us: Sci-Fi Meets Real-World Activism This Friends Like Us, host Marina Franklin talks to Nourbese Flint and Leighann Lord about the battle for reproductive justice and community building.  Nourbese Flint  is President of All* A...

Sci-Fi meets real-world activism! On @friendslikeus.bsky.social we chat with @nourbese.bsky.social from @allaboveall.bsky.social and @leighannlord.bsky.social about reproductive justice, Star Trek inspirations, and creating a better future.

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12.11.2025 15:48 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This @friendslikeus.bsky.social we are highlighting #nativeamericanheritagemonth with @allieyoung13.bsky.social and Nonye Brown-West!

We learn about cowgirl culture, diverse stories of Native American Heritage, and the connection with mother earth.

sites.libsyn.com/54294/friend...

07.11.2025 16:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's the kindness of strangers that sometimes gets you through. Tune in to @friendslikeus.bsky.social for incredible stories of unexpected angels.

Listen:https://sites.libsyn.com/54294/stronger-together-friendship-and-breast-cancer-awareness

#breastcancerawareness #podcast #angels

30.10.2025 16:27 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This @friendslikeus.bsky.social we're spotlighting Breast Cancer Awareness with powerful stories of resilience and advocacy. Friends Jenny Saldana and Christina Bernard discuss survival, hope, and healthcare challenges.
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#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

29.10.2025 18:51 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join me on the latest @friendslikeus.bsky.social podcast with special guests Jon Laster & Marlon Nichols of Mac Venture Capital! We dive into the world of venture capital, diversity in tech, and the untapped potential in Africa.

Listen: sites.libsyn.com/54294/naviga...

#investment #podcast

22.10.2025 22:46 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The drinks were high, but the drama was higher! Catch @comedianshang.bsky.social , Hollie Harper and host Marina Franklin on this @friendslikeus.bsky.social.

Listen: sites.libsyn.com/54294/punchl...

#Comedy #podcastepisode

18.10.2025 19:53 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It's @friendslikeus.bsky.social day!

I talk with comedians @comedianshang.bsky.social and Hollie Harper. We chat about today’s most pressing topics.

A podcast episode you don't want to skip!

Tune in now for laughs and insights: sites.libsyn.com/54294/punchl...

#hottopics #podcast #comedians

15.10.2025 18:41 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Rapture predictions gone wild? Ian Edward and Keith Robinson shed light and humor on the topic in @friendslikeus.bsky.social. Listen sites.libsyn.com/54294/master...

Check out Ian Edward’s new comedy special, "Untitled" on YouTube!
#podcast #comedians #rapture #friendslikeus

09.10.2025 15:09 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0