Strawberry Letter

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jotaka Eaddy. She is an award-winning strategist, advocate, host and connector who Forbes Magazine describes as the“Olivia Pope of Silicon Valley.” Jotaka is the Founder and CEO of Full Circle Strategies and the Founder of #WinWithBlackWomen, an intergenerational, intersectional group of Black women leaders representing business, sports, movement, politics, entertainment, and beyond who come together within their personal capacities to stand united in support of Black women. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Company Description *Win With Black Women (WWBW) is a collective of intergenerational, intersectional Black women leaders from across the nation—spanning business, politics, tech, faith, labor, academia, the arts, and social movements. We come together in our personal capacities to stand united in support of Black women, driven by a shared co

The Strawberry Letter for Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025: "He Needs To Get A Life, And Stop Ruining Mine" "Dear Steve and Shirley, I’m married and my husband has gotten clingy since our daughter went off to college. He’s clingy with me and her..." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strawberry Letter for Monday, April 21st, 2025: This Cannot Be My Life" A woman writes in because her mother has threatened to cut her out of her life if she marries her boyfriend. Make sure to listen to the whole letter before you judge the mom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strawberry Letter for Friday, April 18th, 2025: "He Needs Some Friends" A woman writes in because her husband has gone into a depression ever since their 19-year-old son moved out. She's worried that he has been so attached to his son, he's lost contact with all of his friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strawberry Letter for Thursday, April 17th, 2025: "He Said It Was A Break, Not A Breakup" A woman writes in after finding out that her longtime boyfriend was not faithful while they were on a "break". She confronted him and was upset by his noncommittal attitude. She wants to know if she should stay of leave. Listen to Steve & Shirley's responses! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cary Carbonaro. She is the author of Women and Wealth: A Playbook to Empower Clients and Unlock Their Fortune (Wiley, 2025) is an award-winning Certified Financial Planner™ with over 25 years of experience. She leads a multimillion-dollar financial planning practice, specializing in empowering women to overcome financial challenges and increase their financial literacy.Company Description * N/ATalking Points/Questions *Why “bro-culture” is killing the financial services industry and ignores the fastest growing demographic on every professional's client list - womenHow women’s financial experiences differ from men’s due to societal, structural and emotional factorsGender bias and financial inequality: Why women are more likely to face pay gaps, career breaks, and be ignored or underserved by financial advisorsWhy women leave their financial advisors and what you can d

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Randal Pinkett. He has established himself as an entrepreneur, innovator, speaker, author, media personality and DEI expert who is leading the way in business, technology and equity for all. He is the co-founder, chairman and CEO of BCT Partners, a global, multimillion-dollar research, training, consulting, technology, and data analytics firm whose mission is to leverage diversity, insights and innovation to transform lives, accelerate equity and create lasting change. The company has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms, Ernst & Young as EY Entrepreneur of the Year, Manage HR Magazine as a Top 10 Firm for Diversity & Inclusion, the Black Enterprise BE100s list of the nation’s largest Black-owned businesses, and the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.Dr. Pinkett is an expert in several area

The Strawberry Letter for Wednesday, April, 16th, 2025: "My Husband's Ex Wife Stayed With Us" A woman writes in for advice after a wild night in her home with her husband...and his ex wife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strawberry Letter for Tuesday, April 15th, 2025: "Do Not Get Fooled Into Cheating" A man is asking for advice after stepping out on his wife. You have to listen, because this story is crazy. Want to guess how he wound up in the hospital?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strawberry Letter for Monday, April 14th, 2025: "The Child Won't Understand This" A mother with an unruly 7-year-old daughter writes in asking for advice because her best friend has told her that she is DONE being her daughter's Godmother. Listen to Steve & Shirley's responses in this 3-part Strawberry Letter!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strawberry Letter for Friday, April 11th, 2025: "His Son Better Quit Trying Me" A woman writes in about her 40 year old stepson. When she was first involved with his father, the son wanted nothing to do with her. Now...things have changed and she suspects he is hitting on her. Listen to what Steve & Shirley have to say about that!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strawberry Letter for Thursday, April 10th, 2025: He Puts It Down, But He's Broke "Dear Steve and Shirley, my man and I were friends for years and he’s always been down on his luck. I called him Bad Luck Barry because he couldn’t ever catch a break. Over the years, we grew fond of each other and we slowly became more than friends. One day he admitted that he’s always loved me and that’s why he has taken such good care of me for 25 years. I could not remember one time he took care of me but then I had flashbacks of the small but sweet things he’s done for me. Things like coming over in the middle of the night when my dishwasher was leaking and painting my bedroom and helping me rake leaves one Sunday afternoon. I then remembered how I had to pick him up and take him back to his brother’s house after he helped me. Despite all of that, I fell for him after we made love for the first time. He went from Bad Luck Barry to Boss Daddy because he put it down! That’s his nickna

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Nidhi Singhvi. She is the co-founder of Sonalore Fine Jewelry, an innovative eTailer revolutionizing the fine jewelry industry. Sonalore’s groundbreaking "Lifetime Buyback Promise" allows customers to sell back their gold jewelry for cash or credit at market value—anytime, with just one click. With the price of gold steadily rising, Nidhi shares her insights on why fine jewelry is more than just luxury—it's a smart investment. Tune in for this priceless conversation on wealth-building, innovation, and the future of fine jewelry!  Sonalore is an innovative eTailer transforming the fine jewelry sector with a "Lifetime Buyback Promise," allowing consumers to sell back their gold jewelry for cash or credit anytime at market value—with just one click. Unlike designer duds that don't trade as a commodity, Sonalore pieces are crafted to appreciate, blending beauty with asset

Strawberry Letter for Wednesday, April 9th, 2025: Nothing Has Changed Since She Got Her Ring "Dear Steve and Shirley, I’m about to marry an intense woman and she stays lit, meaning she doesn’t know when enough is enough. It was fun when we first met and we were out every night or we’d take a limo ride to Chicago for dinner and have sex in the limo on our way home. She would shop all day and get me as many nice things as she bought herself. We have a lot of money between us so it was not an issue. I did a big thing and bought a big ring and decided to settle down. We’re both 41 so it’s time to stop kicking it and get serious about marriage..." Listen to hear the rest of the letter and Steve & Shirley's responses!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strawberry Letter Subject for Tuesday, April 8th, 2025: "I Slipped Up and Went Back For More "Dear Steve and Shirley, I’m married to a great man that looked good and had everything going for him, except in the bedroom. I told myself that sex wasn’t everything and I managed to make it for 3 years without cheating. Up until our wedding, I was sleeping with my daughter’s father..." Listen to Steve & Shirley's Responses!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amber C. Saunders. She is not just an attorney—she is a visionary on a mission to transform how families secure their futures. As the Principal Attorney of The Saunders Firm, Amber uses her expertise to offer a holistic approach to estate planning, where tax, succession, business, and intellectual property planning come together seamlessly. Her personal journey, shaped by the loss of a loved one, propelled her to dedicate her career to ensuring that families leave behind not just wealth but also a meaningful legacy. Company Description *The Saunders Firm is a boutique law practice based in Atlanta, Georgia, dedicated to helping individuals, families, and business owners protect what matters most. Founded by attorney Amber Saunders, the firm specializes in estate planning, estate administration, and business law with a personal touch. Drawing from real-life experience and a legacy of generat

The Strawberry Letter for Monday, April 7th, 2025: My Husband And His Pretty Best Friend. "Dear Steve & Shirley, I've known my husband since I was in high school and we have been in an on and off relationship for 31 years. Years ago, my husband made bad choices and he was sentenced to eight years in prison for selling marijuana. I stood by him the entire time he was incarcerated because I knew he was my soulmate. When he got out of prison, he kept his promise to be with me forever and we have been married for five years. He has a good job, even though he's an ex -con and he bought us a new house and he takes care of our finances. My only problem is that he works from home and has a lot of free time during the day. Since he likes to hang out with his friends while I'm at work, there is one friend in particular that I have a huge problem with. We have both known her since high school, since we were in high school, but they became closer friends over the years…"   Listen for the rest of the story

The Strawberry Letter for Friday, April 4th, 2025: "She Needs To Get A Few Things Fixed" A man writes in because he loves his fiance of 3 years, but a bicycling accident left her with a few cosmetic issues he'd like to see her get fixed. He's come to Steve & Shirley to get advice on how to address the issue with her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strawberry Letter Subject for Thursday, April 3rd, 2025: “It’s A Problem When I Do It” A woman is upset by the double standards in her marriage. The biggest one being that he keeps using their credit card for frivolous things, but when she does it, there’s a problem all of a sudden. Listen to Shirley & Steve’s responses…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Strawberry Letter Subject for Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025: “His Personality Comes From A Bottle” A woman thinks her man is a better lover when he’s drinking tequila, but there’s way more to the story…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.