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It gets crazier each year. Pure entertainment. I look forward to it because it is a show. The prompunkles all the way into these extravagant send off parties and musical. I mean I saw camels, I saw. I've seen the top exotic vehicles by the way. I've seen Runway collection pieces from Louis Vuitton and I mean you name it all the diamonds and the dancing and I'm trying to see where the hell they getting this money from. That's another thing. I don't know if this is just prom is the end all be all celebration. Like are the parents the ones that are like let's do this because it's like parents go rope trying to make sure they they kids have the best the top like they trying to make it to the shade room. Your goal. I heard my daughter talking. She was like ooh, I should be this extra. I'm trying to make it to the. I said girl no you ain't with what money. This is your. This is your budget and that's it. Like we're not doing that like whole like free prom parties and stuff. That's what I'm like. They have a whole prom dealing pre party for for the adults to take for the kids. See what happens. Everybody just meet at somebody house and then you know you. It's not even popping like that. We had those type of cars. We had that extended the limo stretch limo. You look like a cat, right? That was hourly by the way. And that's Uber. And then we all went dimaggiano. The dress, the dress came from. The dress wasn't no custom made dress. It came from dealers and they little custom. Mine was custom, but not this. This level of custom. This is over the top. I'm from the country. We ain't had no custom shit where I'm from. You had a celebration, you know, like, let me tell you something. That's the end of the year party. Like, they're. Everyone's dressed up to the nines. When else are you gonna dress up? Now I'm not. I've been blessed that Deuce and Aray's prom is very manageable. I think that's just how it is over here. Just trying to keep it manageable and have fun. Because the after prom is the most fun anyway. The prom is just. I. You know what's happening after the prom. Had went to the after party at the party. Sometimes the teenagers. Parents. Whoever the parent. Is that the teenager, whoever's sponsoring the parents of that teenager who's sponsoring. Throwing it. Yeah. Organized chaos. Where is all money coming from? It's a lot. It's too much for me. And we're not doing it. Deuces. Deuce was very smart. He was like, no graduation party for me. None of that. I just want this car. Thanks. Okay. I told Ariana, I said, you gonna get your Chanel. Your Chanel bag. That's your graduation gift. She wanted her Chanel bag. I love that. Your car that you got, that Tesla that you got for Christmas. That was your Christmas gift, your graduation gift. You're going off to school gift. Yeah. Don't ask for nothing else. And that's her car. She can have that forever. Take care of it. Right. That's a better car. They are. I was like, girl, I ain't getting. I had to buy my own car. Once I went to the military, I had to buy my own car. Like, I didn't get all this. That y' all. Y' all haven't made. They do. Our kids live a life. But you know what? It's better. I look at it like this. The whole point is to improve. Right. And do better for your. Your family. So I sit back sometimes, I'm like, wow, we're so blessed. Like, look at. I had to. I had this. This car. They're getting what they're literally their dream cars. Like, look at that. But you know what? It's kind of. It's like a. It's a gift and a curse. Because I notice with my kids, they are so spoiled. Like I always said, you know, I want them to have a better life than how I had. And I gave them that life. But now it's to a point where I feel like I have to remind them, like you have to work. Money don't fall from a tree. You have to work for what you want. And I feel like a lot of times they turn into spoiled brats and it kisses. Yeah, very entitled, very full. And I don't like that. So I have to pull myself back in and remind myself like eventually they're going to be adults and you're creating monsters. So everything that they ask for, don't feel bad that you don't give it, give it to them, make them work for it. So that's. I have to remind myself because I feel guilty when I can't, when I don't, I'll say no. And I don't stand on business. That's mom guilt. That is tough. But it's, it's hard because I'm like, I'm raising and she's an adult. Like she's basically. And I have to make sure that you know how to make decisions. It's not going to be given. You can't call me every time now because you got to find a job. She didn't want to work. It's like, I want to focus on school. I want to do this. Like girl, When I was 16 I had a job when I wasn't going to school, I was working double shifts at Taco Bell. Right. Like I need you to have that same drive that I had. Yes. At least something at least where you can balance. Like look, I have X, Y and Z so at least meet me halfway. That's why I like to instill in my children too. Like meet me halfway. I was like, girl, I had put up a Twitter post. I was like, you haven't made like your credit is amazing. I made sure when you were 16, I put her on my. As an authorized user on my amex. She don't know but I, I put the car in her name and I co sign for her and I paid that sometime three times a month going two times going to the principal like you haven't made you. I basically said you success like now do something with it. Don't fail. She won't. I know she going but it's just hard. It's so hard because you know they can make the just one wrong decision or their, their mentality because they're so spoiled can ruin everything. So it's just like I reinforce like now it's go time. It's the ball is in your court now. Now you gotta make decisions. You go on your own be here to support you. But they realize that adulting is not fun. It's not. It's not fun. Yeah, my kids are a little younger than y' alls, but I'm a little worried because, you know, they are around other kids who, you know, they are like, you know, I know they're going to be driving the nice cars and getting like, you know, whatever they want, really. And it's, that's, that ain't happening over here, you know what I'm saying? So I don't know, I don't know how that's gonna work out, how it's gonna play out. You know what I mean? Like, we are very much, you know, trying to, you know, keep them humble and like, make them work for everything. And like, they ain't about to be getting no brand new BMW, Audi, blah blah, blah. All these cars, these kids out here driving, that's not happening. Like you gonna work for your car. Like it's gonna be a nice get you from point A to point B type of situation. You know what I'm saying? And so I don't know what, how like, I don't know what I'm in for child, if the problem is y' all have pre prom parties and after parties and all this stuff to worry about. Budget for the dress, budget. The powerful words of budget and no are coming handy. And my thing is this, this is what I asked for. I need my diploma, I need my grades, I need my eligibility, and then the world is yours. Like, obviously we set our children up to go to the best schools and to be taught by the best. So we're like, look, we are investing in your education for them to be good humans. So the work ethic, time management, keep your room clean, be organized, check in, those things are equal value to me of like, you know, giving them that, that rearing that they need to be good, good kids. So I feel like it's a balance with all of it because they do have abundance. The blessing is we can give them, you know, good food, dining experiences, traveling, exposure to the world, all these things. But I think we, we're doing a really, you know, raising good kids that are well rounded and can talk to adults and, and show up and be themselves and be confident. So I think that's, that's, that's a testament to us too. Yeah, going back to the, going back to the prom. I just feel like we are setting our, our kids up for failure. And it's mainly, you don't see this in the, in other culture communities like, it's us. Like, why we gotta spend so much? You know, we can. We could put that towards a tr. It can go towards their savings account. Like, college. College is expensive spending money. Like. And half. Half the kids look like they ain't going to damn college. Yes. All this for prom. Like, this is the end. All. Be all. Like, this is it that made it. Why are we doing the thing. But why are we creating this for our. You know, for our kids? Like, it's not. I don't like it. I mean, it's cute and everything, but when you think about it, financial, financially, from a financially standpoint, it makes no sense. And that's what we got to get out. Get out of. Stop spending money on materialistic things for show. We're teaching our kids like, this is okay. Yeah. And it's. And we're not going to break that. That cycle of the. The generational curse of being broke, living paycheck to paycheck, trying to stunt for Instagram and not really doing it in real life. Because everything. We're teaching them that everything is for show, and we're basically. We're enabling them, and it's not good. I don't like it. It's an excess. It's really just. To me, it's mimicky of just rap culture, in a way. I saw stacks of money. What are we doing? What are we doing? Everyone's stunting. Like, it's a video shoot very much. I mean, at least one thing I know is we're putting money back into our neighborhoods. Is it the white kids, too? Or is it just our people doing. I haven't seen. I haven't seen white kids. A lot of them in Florida. Like, Florida, the king. The king of love it. Oh, no. And there's a rival. They have just changed the whole culture of prom. I mean, it's like a big competition. It's for clout. It's for that one shining moment. The end. All like, you know, the graduation prom, we dressing up. I mean, I saw some gowns. I saw some gowns. I saw one. This one guy had a tie that was, like, extremely long, like, all the way across the. The. The room. That's some country ass. It's just. I saw it all. Like, it's a lot. I just. I think the parents need to chill. I really feel like it's the parents. Yeah. These kids can't afford all that mess. Yeah. Why are the parents. They don't have no life. Y' all don't have no life. If y' all do not. Yeah, they're not wearing these. When are you gonna wear it again? I feel like they living through their children. They want to be influencers. They want to be famous. They want to go viral. So they're doing it through their kids. And that's weird to be out there use them in that way, like, because one, you're, you know, you're setting them up for not failure, but, you know, an unrealistic thing for them, you know? So I. I don't know. It's just. It's just all bad. All bad. What do they say? Keeping up with the Joneses, Right? Yeah, that's exactly what's going on. Yeah. Yeah. Well, that won't be happening over here at the Wheeler household. We're gonna have a regular degular send off to the prom. That's how I was. Two out of four for me. So, yeah, easy. That's how it was. I took Ariana. I. I drove. She didn't. She didn't want to go with anyone. I mean, her. Her boyfriend graduated early. He played for University of Georgia, so she didn't want. She just wanted to show up. And I drove. I'll show for her. And we came back and got her. She said, yeah, she was so. I was good. She was so beautiful, too. She did. She did her big one. Yeah. The only thing spent the most money on was her dress. And that wasn't. I mean, that was like $2,000. It wasn't bad. My mama wouldn't buy me no damn $2,000 dress. I think I had. I think my mama gave me, like. I think $300. And that was a splurge. Yeah. Listen, we had. Did you have the little. The water. The banana falls. How the updo. What is it, like a cornrow? Not a corn roll. A French roll. French roll. The pink girls. No, I didn't. I didn't do the pin curls. I've always been a fresh press, silk press type of girl. You got that long? I went shopping to go look for a prom dress, and I didn't really see anything I like, so I did go to the fabric store with a seamstress, and then we picked out fabric and a pattern, and I did a couple fittings, but it wasn't any. It wasn't, like, overpriced. I had a budget with my mom and dad and so was able to get it done. I think I had my. I don't. I have to pull up some pictures, but we might need to show our prom pictures. I only went to the prom Once I went my 11th grade year, the guy who was Mr. CHS asked me to go with him. Oh, this is pressure. Y' all know when, when the Mr. The school asked you to go, it's like, oh, I got a little dinner like, ma, I need to go to the prom and I gotta look good because I'm going with the prom Mrs. Oh, no, it was the prom king. I'm going with the prom king. I need to be looking cute or whatever. So I begged my grandparents and my grandma is a faithful Dillard shopper. The go to. The Go to. My grandma took me to. Dylan's dress was cute though. It was fitted. She, you know, she tightened it in a little bit. My grandma got me my little Dylan's dress and I was cute. Deuce had me write his promposal on the old fashioned poster board. He took his date, his date, his potential date, Chick Fil A for lunch. And it was like in that whole like Chick Fil A theme. And that was on a Wednesday and prom was on that Friday. Okay, he turn around and it was easier with him because he had a suit already, which we have. And then we just went and got him some new shoes. Well, I took him to go get some brand new shoes to match her dress that she already had because they were gonna go separate. So I do like promposals. We didn't do. Did y' all have that back? How did you get asked to go to prom? Did it be so cute? Ma just asked me and was no thought into it. He was just like. It was just like we going together, like, okay. Oh, I had a good one. I had a good. It was, it was when I would hoot. It was a big rival game. It was Desa Vista vs Mountain Point High School. And the girls would go first, like varsity, and then varsity boys would go right after. So the. The. Our gym is packed and halftime of the Voice, the boys game. My at the time, Jeremy was like asked me to prom over the loudspeaker with the. I forgot about this. Oh, that's embarrassing. It was embarrassing. But I was like, yes, let's go. 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Actually, Phil had my cousin and another girl. Phil was the lady. He had two women. Oh, wait, at the same prom? Was it at the same time? Wow. Big pippin. My cousin don't wear orb. Is it Was her friend on the other. That's fun. He's a nice guy. It was a little lamb. Yeah. That was funny, though. I said, ashley, you know, my cousin went to. To the prom with your husband. Such a small world. It's such a small world. Yeah. Then I met. I met her at the airport in Turks, and she come to me, she said, hey, I'm the cousin that went to the prom with your husband. I was like, you know, she's so country. Anybody from Feeding City or Columbus, Georgia, listen, they gonna be straight up. They gonna sugarcoat that. They could just. The greeting was just horrible. Like, and a dang. You can't say, hey, hey, girl. I know you. She went straight to it. Straight to Melda. You. Hey, girl. Yeah, I'm the one who went to the prom with your husband, girl. It's cute, though. I love her. Yes. Yes. Parents, y' all have to get it together. We can't be spending all this money on these teens. They have so much to. There's so much more in life than, you know, splurging on these teams for these prom tuition, fall into the pressure. Trying to, like, do better than somebody else. Like, it's. Oh, it's the competition. I Wonder if it is more about the parents than the kids. It gotta be. They put in the gas. They live in their kids. They living through their kids. Because why else? I would like to see more money and more thought put in. I love seeing, you know, when they do the little TikTok trends of what college they. They pick. Have y' all seen those like that? Mama be like, went to Alabama State. The dad went to Alabama A and M and it's like A or a FAMU and it's like a competition of which parent is trying to force their child to. To pick the school to. It's a lot of those training. Those are real cute. I like that. Put your emphasis and stuff like that. Not into no. Damn. I have heard of, like trunk parties where like, you know, everybody at the party and they bring stuff for them to take. We'll be doing a trump party for Ari. Okay, I'm coming. I'll bring something. Yeah, that's cute. I like that. All right, now it's time to get into segment four, ladies. Questions from our humble baddie fans. Ashley, you want to. Okay. What's one thing people get wrong about you just from your social media? I think people think I'm like, very girly girl, like, suck up. And I think I'm very much the opposite. Like, I'm pretty goofy and friendly and tomboyish. Like, I want to go outside and play except if it's 100 something degrees outside like it was today. But. But yeah, I feel like people look at, you know, my social media and then when they meet me, they're like, oh, okay, I didn't think you were, you know, so chill or whatever. I think that's the same with me. Like people look at from, you know, TV or from social media because I don't know why I never really smile on my pictures. I hate taking pictures. But what they really get down to sit down or meet me or talk to me, they'd be like, are you the same person? I'm like, you know that's tv, right? That's just entertainment, right? No, on TV you do come off, but that's not me. Everybody who know me who meet me in real life. No, I'm just on TV, though. No, but we're talking about life. We talk about in real life. Real life, social media, like people, I guess they assume it from tv. But in real life, when you really get. When you get to know me, it's like you can't help but love me. I don't really. I can't say I was trying to think and see if there was anything. I feel like people get wrong from my social media because I feel like I'm very authentic. What you see is what you get. I'm very intentional about my posts and what I'm putting out there. And other than that, I just. I know one thing. I could post and be in a total different place in the world and no one would know. Yeah. I don't post in real time, so maybe that. But, like, other than that, I like to show pictures from back in the day. I like to read. You are the archive flashback. Yeah, you got. I got to let them know, you know what I mean? I'd been there. Friendly reminder that. A friendly, humble reminder, you know, that this is my life. You know what I mean? I do stand on being a lifestyle creator, and this is a lifestyle that people attain to whatever that might be. But I'm showing you my work. I'm showing you play. I'm showing you philanthropy. Just showing you, really my authentic self. So come along for the ride. Okay, Sherrelle, how do you stay grounded while leveling up? Oh, how do I stay grounded while leveling up? I mean, I. I basically, I remind myself that quiet confidence lasts longer than loud validation. You know, I still celebrate my wins, but I don't let them define me as a person. I stay grateful, stay humble, and it's okay to, you know, to celebrate. But at the end of the day, loudness fades away. Yeah, yeah, yeah. Love that. Okay, what's one thing you've had to unlearn to grow into the woman that you are now? I would say me will be the power of no. And not overexerting myself and then really showing up for those who show up for me. So I'm really just in that space of awareness and discernment and very much just, like, understanding value that you bring, as well as vice versa to the people you surround yourself with? I like to be in rooms that people are doing better than me that are, you know, that are just really showing me that I could be in this space with them. I think that is also something that resonates with me. So other than those, those would be my big ones that I could identify with. Okay, what's your guilty pleasure? Song, show, or snack? That's not very baddie. Well, these right here, I be snacking on these. I don't know if y' all notice, but he's got me in a chokehold. These are Albanese gummy bears, and I don't know, they're Women owned, okay? But these got me in a chokehold, and I don't think they're very baddie because I've been going to the gym at five o' clock in the morning the past couple weeks, and these are the only things holding me back from having it. That's my problem. My problem is y' all know the donuts. I forgot what brand they are, but they have the chocolate, the powder white, and the cake donut, Krispy green, then a blue box and it start with the E. Is it they chocolate, white, sugar, white powder, and the plain cake ones, they be so moist, you got to eat them within as soon as you open the box. Listen, when I go to Publix and I get Oxidos, I get my thing in one night. Yeah. Oh, it's bad. That's why I can't get rid of my little love handles in it and my little backpack. I just decided it's just. It's just here. I think it would be. And then when it gets stuck up there, you know, it's good and moist. You know when you eat it and it gets stuck up at the top. Top of your pancakes. Oh, my goodness, I need some. It would definitely be desserts for me. Like, I have a sweet tooth. Snacking. That would be it. Yeah. Banana pudding, peach cobbler. My favorites. The last one is for you, Ashley. Ashley, do you feel pressured to always look the part of a baddie in real life? In real life, do I feel the pressure to look the part of a baddie? I mean, they basically said asking you, even when you ain't trying, you still look good, girl. Yeah. Period. Is it pressure? No, I don't feel pressure. But I think, you know, social media does make you feel like you supposed to look put together all the time. And I do find myself sometimes being like, you know what? Fuck it, I don't look that good today. My hair ain't all that, but I'm still gonna post it because this is who I really am. But I do, like, consciously have to say that, like, girl, don't matter if you're here at a place, you know? So I do think there is. I don't want to say pressure, but I do think there is this new societal norm of, like, you need to always look put together for social media when that's not true. And sometimes I do have to remind myself, like, girl, dish your life like you at home in these dirty ass sweats. You just got done cleaning up chicken shit. And it just. It is what it is. It's what you look like right now. Post it. You know, because sometimes I'll be like, no, I can't make content today because I'm covered in chicken shit. You know what I mean? But I got to make the content, and I need to just be authentic. So I don't think there's pressure, but I do have to remind myself, like, it's okay to not be always every hair in place and, you know, understand that. Sure. Yes. That's a good one. I mean, I just don't care. Like, I. At one point I did, but now it's just like, whatever them y' all gonna see these freckles. My hair burns are the most beautiful thing. Thank you. I used to hate them, but now I love them. I love it. I love it. Yeah, I saw one. One comment. Somebody was like, let's wear your lashes. I'm, like, in the drawer. Like, I remember where they are. You know, I could put mascara on if I need to or get some lashes. And it just is what it is. This is me at home because that's where they are. You know, Y' all know we have the blonde all the time, and so, you know, like, to give our skin a break, and people need to. To. It's okay. It's okay to be therapy. Okay. I love my skin. Love it. Yeah, you got good skin. You got good, good. I told you my face look like a baby butt. Good skin. It feels like one, too. Yes. It's so soft and butter. Like butter. Lex, what we got for the humble Betty's mail? About that time. All right, here we go. Should I still go on this baycation with his daddy? Oh, my gosh. His daddy. His daddy. Meaning. Here we go. Let's get into it. Hey, baddies. Hey, girl. So I need your advice, and please don't judge me, but if you do, make it cute. I was dating this guy, let's call him Marcus, for, like, six months. We had a vacation planned to tulum, all inclusive, everything paid. But two weeks before the trip, I found out he was cheating with his baby mama and his gym trainer. And, yes, both knew about me. Bam. So of course I broke up with him. No. We could stop here. No. So of course I broke up with him. But here's where it gets insane. Two days after we split, his dad DMed me on IG saying he respected how I handled myself. And then Marcus never deserved me. At first, I ignored it, but then he kept checking in. He sent flowers, cash app me, $500 just for a peace of mind. It's A lot of quotes. Guys stick with me. Long story short, we've been texting for three weeks now. He's fine. Owns two car dealerships, divorced. And when I told him I was still going to Tulum, he offered to come with me so I wouldn't go alone. Here's the question. Should I still go with his dad? I'm not playing anything wild yet. I just don't want to waste the ticket. But my bestie says this is the ultimate revenge energy and that I might need therapy. Am I toxic or just reclaiming my peace in first class seat? Keisha from Houston. Keisha, you toxic, girl. Going from the daddy that far, far from me. Honey, if you see what the daddy is doing, you don't think he gonna be 20 times worse than his son? Like, girl, the daddy. Keisha. Keisha go dog to somebody. Daddy. She's entertaining. That too. Like in the DMs, accepting the money, the flowers, and then now considering going on a trip. Keisha, you need to make this a therapeutic solo trip. Go by yourself, get in that room, go to the beach, and forget about both of them. The senior and the junior. Yeah, there's other men out there. What the hell? That's a what the helly moment. Like Keisha, girl. Nah, man. Really contemplating this. She tell us not to come for you. Be cute. Girl, we ain't about to be cute with that nonsense. No. That is not being a humble baddie. Keisha, one of them type of females that if you do her wrong, she gonna put you on her. Yeah. Yes, you're gonna feel it. Keisha. Don't do it. Reconsider, Keisha. Consider it's a no. It's a no, girl. Yes, you're toxic. She's trying to kick up some dirt right now. And can you imagine? Both of y' all toxic. The daddy toxic. All y' all toxic. All y' all just need to go to Nasty Vacation to Harbor. Yeah. No, we're not doing that. Yeah. Yeah. Anyway, that's crazy. It's a no for all of us unanimous from Houston with your toxic ass. Thank you for writing into the Humble Baddies. Now, if y' all have questions or concerns, please feel free to write us at. Contact humblebaddies.com. we would love to give you advice and answer your questions. Thanks again for tuning in and watching this episode of Humble Baddies. I'm Ashley Nicole. You can find me at Ashley Nicole on Instagram. Where can they find y' all? I'm Sherrelle Rosado. You can find me at Sherrett Rosada Underscore on Instagram, Sherrell Rosado on Twitter and Sherrelle Rosado on Snapchat. Make sure you subscribe to Humble Baddies Podcast. You can find us also on TikTok humble baddies podcast. And I am alexissottemeyer on Instagram. Much love to all of you guys. Be safe and good night. We love y' all. Keisha, stay away from that daddy girl. Bye Bye. Okay, have you heard about this? Last year, Degree changed the formula for their Cool Rush deodorant. The fans rebel and wanted the old scent back. And Degree listen and that doesn't happen often. They admitted they effed up and are bringing the original Cool Rush scent back. And it's exactly how you remember it. Cool, crisp and fresh. There's a reason why it's the number one man's antiperspirant. 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Podcast Summary: Club Shay Shay – "Humble Baddies - Part 2: Promposals Getting Out of Hand + Humble Baddies Mailbag"
Release Date: May 29, 2025
Hosts: Ashley Nicole and Sherrelle Rosado
Podcast: Club Shay Shay by iHeartPodcasts and Shay Shay Media
In the latest episode of Club Shay Shay, hosts Ashley Nicole and Sherrelle Rosado delve into the escalating trend of promposals, questioning whether these elaborate gestures are a celebration of teenage love or a manifestation of early clout-chasing culture.
Ashley Nicole opens the conversation by highlighting the over-the-top nature of current promposals:
"Have you seen prom season has just passed. They are getting outrageous promposals or pressure... think billboards, exotic cars, rented animals and influencer level videography." [02:15]
A significant portion of the discussion centers around the financial implications of these extravagant promposals. The hosts express concern over how much money parents are investing to ensure their children have the "best" prom experience, often at the expense of practicality and financial wisdom.
Sherrelle Rosado shares her observations:
"I'm from the country. We ain't had no custom shit where I'm from. Let me tell you something. That's the end of the year party... we used to keep it manageable and have fun." [05:30]
She further emphasizes the importance of teaching teenagers the value of money:
"Everything they ask for, don't feel bad that you don't give it, give it to them, make them work for it." [12:45]
The hosts discuss the psychological impact of these lavish promposals on teenagers, pondering whether such displays foster ambition or breed entitlement. They reflect on their own parenting experiences, highlighting the balance between providing for their children and instilling a strong work ethic.
Ashley Nicole reflects on her parenting approach:
"I had to buy my own car once I went to the military... I always said, you have to work. Money don't fall from a tree." [18:20]
To illustrate their points, Ashley and Sherrelle share their personal prom experiences, contrasting them with the current trends. Their stories serve as a testament to simpler times and underscore the value of authentic, memorable moments over costly spectacles.
Sherrelle Rosado recounts her promposal:
"Deuce had me write his promposal on the old fashioned poster board... it was easier with him because he had a suit already." [22:10]
In the Humble Baddies Mailbag segment, Ashley and Sherrelle address listener questions, offering advice grounded in their earlier discussions about authenticity and self-worth.
Listener Keisha from Houston seeks advice on whether to join her ex's father on a vacation following a breakup. The hosts unanimously advise against it, emphasizing the importance of personal healing over seeking validation:
"Keisha, you need to make this a therapeutic solo trip. Go by yourself, get in that room, go to the beach, and forget about both of them." [35:50]
The episode wraps up with a strong message about prioritizing genuine experiences and personal growth over societal pressures. Ashley and Sherrelle encourage listeners to focus on what's truly important, advocating for financial responsibility and emotional well-being.
Ashley Nicole concludes:
"There's so much more in life than, you know, splurging on these things for prom... we're teaching our kids that everything is for show, and we're enabling them, and it's not good." [42:30]
Ashley Nicole: "Have you seen prom season has just passed. They are getting outrageous promposals or pressure." [02:15]
Sherrelle Rosado: "I'm from the country. We ain't had no custom shit where I'm from." [05:30]
Ashley Nicole: "Everything they ask for, don't feel bad that you don't give it, give it to them, make them work for it." [12:45]
Ashley Nicole: "I had to buy my own car once I went to the military... I always said, you have to work. Money don't fall from a tree." [18:20]
Sherrelle Rosado: "Deuce had me write his promposal on the old fashioned poster board... it was easier with him because he had a suit already." [22:10]
Ashley Nicole: "There's so much more in life than, you know, splurging on these things for prom... we're teaching our kids that everything is for show, and we're enabling them, and it's not good." [42:30]
Conclusion:
In this thought-provoking episode of Club Shay Shay, Ashley Nicole and Sherrelle Rosado effectively shed light on the growing trend of extravagant promposals, encouraging listeners to reflect on the true meaning of such traditions. Through personal anecdotes and candid discussions, they advocate for a balanced approach that values authenticity and financial prudence over fleeting social media fame.
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