Episode 5: Unwanted Guest

Episode 6: I Lost Baby

Thought my car was stolen… turns out I just forgot where I parked it. 😂 Listen as I share my “senior moment” and laugh at myself a little!  Also, I introduce Jo-Jo.

Episode 5: Unwanted Guest

Sometimes family stories are heartwarming… sometimes they’re unforgettable… and sometimes they are just plain funny. In this short freestyle episode, Karen shares a hilarious real-life moment involving an unexpected and very unwanted guest. What started as an ordinary situation quickly turned into a memory filled with surprise, laughter, and the kind of reaction only family can understand — yes, there may have even been a full conniption involved!

Episode 4- Back in the Day

Back in the Day reflects on growing up in a community where shared routines, unspoken rules, and everyday moments helped shape who we became. A nostalgic look at coming of age and the power of community.

Episode 3- African American Funerals

In this episode of It’s A Family Affair Show, Karen revisits a funeral moment that revealed how differently people grieve. What unfolded challenged tradition, order, and expectations, offering a powerful reflection on family, love, and loss.

Episode 2: The Traditions and Superstitions We Grew Up Believing

It’s A Family Affair Show is a storytelling podcast hosted by Karen Reaves (Hope Anthony), centered on family, shared experiences, and the moments passed down that shape our lives. Each episode invites listeners to reflect, connect, and remember—one story at a time.