028: Hard Conversations on Fatherhood & Healing ft. Can I Be Frank

Ep 34: Who Are You Becoming? Our Mid-Year Character Evaluation

In Episode 34, Necia and Hailey do something they’ve never done before, they give each other an honest, on-camera mid-year character evaluation. Together, they reflect on the first half of the year by celebrating each other’s accomplishments, recognizing personal growth, identifying blind spots, and respectfully sharing areas where there’s still room for improvement. This episode isn’t just about checking off goals it’s about taking an honest look at who you’re becoming. Whether your year has been filled with victories, setbacks, or somewhere in between, this conversation will encourage you to pause, reflect, celebrate your progress, and intentionally finish the year stronger than you started. We also challenge our cousins to conduct their own mid-year character evaluation by asking a few trusted people:• What’s one area you’ve seen me grow?• What’s one area I can improve?• What’s one quality you hope I never lose? Tap in, cousins, and let us know in the comments: What’s one area of your character you’ve grown in this year, and what’s one area you’re committed to improving before the year ends? Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

033 Life’s a Trip: Would You Help Your Parents If It Set You Back? What is Considered Struggling?

Cousins, it’s time for another Life’s a Trip! This week, we’re diving into some of the toughest money conversations families face. Should adult children help their parents financially, even if it sets them back? What advice would you give someone approaching retirement who isn’t financially prepared? And what’s actually harder, making money, keeping money, or saying no? We also tackle a question that’s sure to spark debate: Can someone honestly say they’re struggling financially while continuing to spend money on luxury items? As always, Necia and Hailey share their honest perspectives, challenge each other’s viewpoints, and invite you to think critically about money, family, responsibility, and financial priorities. There may not be one right answer, but these are conversations worth having. Tap in, cousins, and let us know in the comments: Which question challenged your perspective the most? Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

033: Budgeting & Taking Control of Our Finances in Today’s Economy

Cousins, Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? In Episode 33, Necia and Hailey reflect on some of the goals they’ve accomplished during the first six months of the year and share what they’re looking forward to achieving in the months ahead. The conversation then shifts to one of the most important topics affecting so many of us today, budgeting in today’s economy. Cousins, we discuss the importance of knowing your numbers by understanding your income, net pay, gross pay, monthly expenses, overhead, and how much money you actually have available to save, invest, and enjoy. We also have an honest conversation about inflation, the rising cost of living, and the financial challenges many Americans are facing. More importantly, we share practical and relatable strategies for creating a budget that works for your lifestyle instead of against it. Tap in, cousins, and let us know in the comments: What’s one financial habit or goal you’re committed to improving before the end of the year? Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

032 Life’s a Trip: Trusting God, Walking in Obedience & Rejection being God’s Protection

This week, we’re asking the kind of questions that make you pause, reflect, and examine your faith. Have you ever had to trust God without knowing how everything would work out? Have you ever held on to something that God was asking you to place in His hands? And how do you know the difference between waiting on God’s timing and avoiding obedience? In this episode, Necia and Hailey answer thought-provoking questions about faith, trust, obedience, and community while sharing their personal perspectives and life experiences. We’ll also discuss how faith communities can support people without judgment and reflect on seasons where God’s “No” or “Wait” turned out to be protection. These conversations don’t always have easy answers, but they’re worth having. Tap in, cousins, and let us know in the comments Shop Merch: goodgenespodcast.com Follow us on Social Media! Good Genes Instagram: @ GoodGenes.Podcast TikTok: @ GoodGenes.Pod Hailey: Instagram: @ImaKali_Girl TikTok: @ImaKali_Girl Necia: Instagram: @Iam_NeciaJ TikTok: @IamNeciaJ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-genes-podcast/id1858936488] Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://open.spotify.com/show/7mGjSLH8z6O2bNgP8qtBvh?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid] iHeart Podcast: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-good-genes-podcast-311157867/?utm_campaign=PB-sendgrid-emails&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sendgrid]

032: Obeying God, Trauma Bonds & Not Letting Pain Define You