Join stand-up comedian, Von Decarlo, as she sparks mindful discussions about all aspects of life. Each stream of thought episode starts with a quote that becomes the support bed for inspirational thoughts, relatable stories, societal observations, and a few giggles. While some past, as well as, current events and hot topics are explored, episodes are considered evergreen.
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Stand-up comedian and author, Von Decarlo, sparks fun, uncensored conversations that lead into hard-truth discussions most people shy away from in todays sensitive society. But not on Grown AF! For your dose of the truth with lots of giggles, be sure to tune into the Grown AF podcast. A Grown AF podcast, with a grown af host, discussing grown af issues, with grown af guests and grown af listeners. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/support
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LONELINESS - The Benefits of Being Alone
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Von opens up and discusses very personal feelings about different types of grief from losing her fiance to the more recent death of her mother, and how she deals with loneliness. QUOTE: "If you are never alone, you cannot know yourself." -Paulo Coelho
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ACCOUNTABILITY - The Benefits of Being Honest with Yourself
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Today, Von takes a deeper look into accountability, and shares personal insight as a woman, and comic, as to how being truly honest with yourself and others can help you grow. QUOTE: "Sometimes if you want to see a change for the better, you have to take things into your own hands". - Clint Eastwood
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FACING ADVERSITY - HOW TO OVERCOME LIFE'S CHALLENGES
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No one is exempt from the challenges of life. Von takes a close look at adversity.
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In this jam packed episode, Von taps in on the Kendrick Lamar / Drake beef and the power of our words. She discusses how colorism is detrimental to the black community, and where she draws the line with rap beef.Quote: "Age Ain't Nothing But A Number." - R. Kelly
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Von talks about one of the most mis-quoted bible verses, and how money itself is not the root to all evil, but the love for it and the dark side of spiritual corruption. QUOTE: "For the love of money is the root of all evil" - Timothy 6:10 King James Version
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SELF CONFIDENCE - How To Build Your Confidence with Tools You Already Have
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Von Decarlo discusses the key to self confidence and following your inner knowing that not only are you capable, but great. Quote: "It never occurs to me that there are things I can't do". - Whoopie Goldberg
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FREQUENCIES - Is the Frequency of the Music You Listen to Harmful?
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Von discusses how lyrics and the frequencies of music can affect us and our overall mood; also questioning if there are subliminal messages and frequencies designed to control our mental and emotional state.QUOTE: "At the end of the day, the day gon' end." - GloRilla
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EXCUSES - The Blame Game Can be Damaging for Yourself and Others
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Von talks about the solar eclipse, being a creative, and excuses. Quote: "Blame It On The Rain" -Diane Warren
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PERSONAL STANDARDS - Are You Part of the Sheep?
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Today, Von discusses personal standards and some political stuff, encouraging the idea to take a look at your own thoughts and actions to access if you are sheepishly following trendy societal narratives. Quote: “The way we do one thing is the way we do everything.” - Iyanla Vanzant
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THE POWER ZONE - How to Live In The Moment
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Von Decarlo discusses quantum physics, staying in the zone, and not giving your power away to the past, or future moments.Quote: The point of power is always in the present moment". -Louise Hay (October 8, 1926 – August 30, 2017)
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KARMA - The Benefits of Focusing on Good Karma
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Coach Von Podcast is back! On this episode, Von shares some of her very new and raw feelings about her mother's recent passing.Quote: "How people treat you is their karma; how you react is yours." - Dr. Wayne Dyer (May 10, 1940 – August 29, 2015)
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I DECIDED: To Be or Not To Be, That Is The Question
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Von Decarlo discusses her decision to get vaccinated, or not.
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PROCRASTINATION: You Can Get Out of It
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Von Decarlo discusses ways in which we procrastinate and the little things you can do to adjust your daily routine to get stop letting your mind wonder off into failure.
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HAPPY NEW YEAR: First Episode of 2021 - Year of Vision Reloaded
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Von Decarlo discusses her trip to the emergency room for an infection in her thumb, and completing the Purpose Driven Life book.
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REFOCUS: Last Show of 2020 - The Year of Vision
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Von Decarlo discusses the difference between resetting and refocusing, the Jupiter/Saturn conjunction, and why she wears depends.
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BONUS FLOWERS: Late Night Frustration That Bloomed
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Von Decarlo discusses a late night IG LIVE moment that started out as venting about her loud neighbor, and became a nostalgic moment with her college roommate in which she was able to tell her how much she was inspired by her to do radio, and much more.
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Von Decarlo discuss time as love, and the importance of loving yourself so you can love others.
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DARKNESS: Don't Be Troubled By Trouble
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Von Decarlo discusses the Nate Robinson knockout, how hard times are blessings in disguise, and gift giving.
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VULNERABLE: Being Content In The Process Will Strengthen You
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Von Decarlo discusses feeling vulnerable emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually.
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ISOLATION: This Might Be A Good Thing
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Von Decarlo discusses the current state of darkness that she is experiencing, and how she plans to get out of it.
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Von Decarlo discusses the main implication of cheating, in life and relationships.
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Von Decarlo vents about being caught up on social media with Ice Cube, Donald Trump Jr., and coyotes.
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CLOSURE: Accept It, Even If You Don’t Get It
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Von Decarlo discusses closure, suicide, dark thoughts, and letting go.
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REGRETS: Can’t Live With Them, Can’t Live Without Them
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Von Decarlo discusses regret in love, life, careers, relationships, and politics; and why you should not give up on any of them.
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INTEGRITY: People Can Change, But Liars Don’t Change Their Stripes.
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Von Decarlo discusses the integrity behind wearing a mask, and the transgressions of Cardi B’s husband Offset.
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PERSPECTIVE: Life Happens in the Middle
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Von Decarlo discusses how to keep a positive mindset, as well as the sisterhood she saw on the show Verzuz between legendary singers Gladys Knight and Patti LaBelle.
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Von Decarlo discusses the double standards of domestic violence and how dangerous (and insulting) it is to perpetuate the idea that it’s ok for women to inflict physical abuse onto men.
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Von Decarlo discusses living life on purpose through forgiving, not forgetting.
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DATING: Lies, Deal Breakers, & Long Distance
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Von Decarlo discusses dating with purpose, as well as, various aspects of how online dating, new normal COVID dating, and long distance relationships can be good for getting to know each other’s true intentions and deal breakers.
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TRANSITION: Break Out of Lockdown in Your Head
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Von Decarlo discusses her transition back into comedy after sheltering in place for over 4 months, and all the dark voices of discouragement she had to fight through in her head.
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Von Decarlo discusses how hungry she is on her new juice cleanse diet, and how hungry Jonathan Isaac (Orlando Magic) is for attention by choosing to not kneel for the national anthem or wear a Black Lives Matter T-shirt.
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REINVENT YOURSELF : It Ain’t Over ‘til it Over
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Von Decarlo discusses keeping peace of mind and the epiphany she had that made her look at her mother’s slow cancer recovery as a blessing. This episode is all about finding ways to reinvent yourself while staying true to who you are, like Nate Robinson venturing into boxing.
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SHUT UP & GEOGRAPHY: America has Run Amok
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Von Decarlo slams Laura Ingraham for not knowing that Toronto is in Canada, while discussing the possibility of applying for dual citizenship in light of mask-less, messy America.
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RED TABLE OF ENTANGLEMENT FLIPPED: Double Standards
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Von Decarlo discusses the double standards of the Jada Pinkett Smith entanglement situation, and takes her listeners on a what if it was Will, not Jada journey.
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AIRBORNE KANYE COOTIES: Cover Your Mouth
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Von Decarlo discusses Kanye West’s presidential plans, & the impossibility of keeping corona cooties out of the NBA Disney bubble, especially with new reports coming out about COVID-19 being airborne.
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NOOSE KNOT A NOOSE: It’s a Damn Noose
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Von Decarlo discusses the noose found in Nascar driver’s, Bubba Wallace garage, Vince Carter’s retirement, The Five Heartbeats Documentary and more.
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IT’S MY BIRTHDAY: Put a NBA Ring On It
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Von Decarlo discusses the coronavirus smart rings that the NBA staff and players will receive when they restart their season at Disney Orlando, as well as the Trump rally debacle in Tulsa. Her birthday is June 24th, and she wants the NBA to put one of their covid rings on it.
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2020 YEAR OF VISION IN HD: Glaring Symbolism
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Von Decarlo discusses the ironic symbolism of 2020 - the year of vision here to make everything crystal clear. The world is in HD now, and everyone must adjust. Talking points include the murder of George Floyd and his funeral, Colin Kaepernick, Roger Goodell, LeBron James, Laura Ingraham, the movie "10,000 Black Men Named George", and more.…
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Von Decarlo discusses the George Floyd protests going global and his death being an undeniable eye opener for police brutality and racism, as well as, the problem with saying there are only “a few bad apples” when referencing bad cops, and the JR Smith viral video beat down of a person who vandalized his car.…
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Von Decarlo struggles to make sense of America’s re-opening strategy, and her own fate of having to decide if she should get back in the game come July like the NBA, or stay at home indefinitely; all while dealing with her neighbors partying in the background.
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Von Decarlo discusses why she missed The Last Dance on ESPN to go on an adventurous drive upstate (NY) through Trump town in order to see a double feature at a drive in movie theatre.
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Von Decarlo discusses the public outcry of the Ahmaud Arbery case in which the suspects of his murder were not arrested (in Georgia) for months, and the irony of former Laker Shannon Brown (also in Georgia) being arrested and charged almost immediately after firing shots at two strangers who entered his home. She also points out the hypocrisy of pe…
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MIND IN THE MIDDLE: Do Something, No Pressure
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Von Decarlo discusses what she is doing to keep her mind in the middle of doing nothing and something during lockdown 2020, especially since there are no sports to watch. She also lends her opinion on Joe Biden’s early commitment to choosing a female running mate now that he is officially the Democratic candidate for the upcoming presidential elect…
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Von Decarlo has a Grown AF conversation with the very funny and multi-talented comedian Aminah Imani about being a mother in the modern world where pre-teen transitioning is becoming the norm, inappropriate dressing gets flipped into body shaming, and more.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/messageSup…
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Von Decarlo has a Grown AF conversation with the incredibly honest and funny comedian Krystyna Hutchinson about relationship woes, and relationship goals, that everyone can relate to.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/s…
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CORONAVIRUS: Practical Advice and Tips
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Who do you want to save you in the apocalypse? Will Smith from the movie, I Am Legend, or Daryl from the Walking Dead? Von Decarlo gives her answer to this, as well as practical tips and advice on how to prevent getting sick, and knowing the Coronavirus symptoms if you are sick. All this and more, including her election year conspiracy theory.…
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Von Decarlo has a Grown AF conversation with comedian Tokyo Kuntpunch about her time spent in the cult Buddafield (Netflix doc Holy Hell), her transition into comedy and music, as well as her current day job as a prostitute.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcas…
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Von Decarlo has a Grown AF conversation with the mind blowing comedian Dante Nero about race, politics and if she should still be friends with Alli Breen.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/support…
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Von Decarlo has a Grown AF conversation with comedian and writer Alli Breen about race, politics, stereotypes, and touching each other‘s hair. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/support…
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Von Decarlo has a Grown AF conversation with Chiseled Adonis about going viral, Kobe, scooters on sidewalks, and more!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/grownafcomedy/support
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