Do you experience doubt and hesitation about owning your accomplishments? Do you ever sense that one day you’ll be exposed as not deserving all you’ve achieved? Well, this Rosé + Thorns conversation is for you!Using personal experiences ...

There are numerous mental health professionals in the world, but do you know the difference between them?On this episode of the Rosé + Thorns Podcast, Drs. Shun and P. Ryan blend humor, honesty, and professional expertise to explore pat...

The Rosé + Thorns podcast is BACK with a brand new look, feel, and flair! On this episode, Dr. P. Ryan reconnects with the listening audience and introduces his new cohost, Dr. Shun. The two then discuss their hopes and apprehensions for the sh...

Season III of Rosé + Thorns is HERE and we’re coming out the gate swinging! It was such a treat having clinical psychologist (and all-around wonderful human), Dr. Vince, bless the show with his wisdom. In this teaser, listeners will get a glimp...

Baby, the title is the description. Are you ready for season three?

Chapter two has come to an end! On the season finale of Rosé + Thorns, P. Ryan sits with s3x + relationship therapist, Shadeen Francis. The two explore facets of pleasure, challenge the notion of earning enjoyment, and explor...

Bondage and electro-play and vampires, oh my! Season two of Rosé + Thorns is winding down, but not without P. Ryan picking the amazing mind of Shanae Adams (also known as Syre). On this episode, Nae gives listeners foundational education on kin...

Thanksgiving may have passed, but I’m thankful for guests, like Chris Stahling, who are brave enough to share their thoughts and experiences related to masculinity, queerness, desirability, and dating. We took a deep dive into his work around c...

It may be spooky season, but ain't no vampires on this episode of Rosé + Thorns. All treats and no tricks, P. Ryan talks to Jazzmin Boyd about her experiences and expertise as a doula,  her knowledge of PrEP and HIV prevention, and her ple...

How can we have a season about sex and pleasure without mentioning drug use, harm reduction, and advocacy?  This episode of the Rosé + Thorns podcast takes listeners to 2021 when P. Ryan sat with sex educator Janielle Bryan and explored he...

Are you living life to the fullest, or are you bound by self-constructed rules? On this episode of the Rosé + Thorns podcast, P. Ryan sits with Afrosexology co-founder Rafaella Fiallo and chats about the relationship between discipline and free...

Are you engaged in orgasmic living? On this episode of the Rosé + Thorns podcast, P. Ryan sits with Afrosexology co-founder Dalychia and explores various themes related to their life to date. The two then explore the facts of orgasmic living an...

Hey, lovebugs! Have you ever wondered about Rosé + Thorns' host? Like, who is this guy, and what's his deal? Well, this is the episode for you! Hope y’all enjoy. 🖤 Like what you heard? Don’t forget to like, subscr...

I don’t know about you, but I’ve been excited to celebrate the recent accomplishments of SO MANY Black women. It seems, however, that many of these accomplishments have been sharing space with another interesting focus. You c...

We're BACK! Season II coming April 2022.

We did it, y’all! We made it to the end of Rosé + Thorns, season one! This season has meant so much to me and THIS EPISODE left me feeling FULL! Lynique Webster (vocalist extraordinaire) has blessed my life beyond words and I’m SO GLAD she thou...

One thing about me—I LIVE for a “full circle” moment. On this episode of Rosé + Thorns, I spoke (and LAUGHED) with the talented SMITH. I’ve been following his work for quite some time and I’m grateful for the chance to kick back, ki ki, and div...

I've often wondered what it’d be like to interview a jazz great. I guess God looked out by ordaining this sit down with V. Shayne Frederick. I’m still in awe of the way he openly explored his relationships with music, self, others, and much mor...

 On this episode of Rosé + thorns, Nikki C. shows us how full life can be when we're open and authentic. We explored the ins and outs of her life as a politico and entrepreneur. I’m so grateful for her vulnerability. Grab some charcuterie ...

Happy Valentine’s weekend, lovebugs! I’m so glad I got the chance to chat with Chrissy M.,  a rising entrepreneur who puts  charisma in every one of her charismatic cocktails. We talked about her business journey, her commitment to co...

 LOVEBIUGS!!! Rosé + Thorns was on winter holiday, but we’re back to give you the rest of season one!!  If you know me, you KNOW I love to receive nuggets of wisdom from the older generations. I’m immensely grateful for the chance to ...

Bottle girling. College readiness. Black womanhood in America. Living a pleasure filled life. All these topics were covered on this episode of #rosentpod. I’m so thankful to Philadelphia’s community servant, Rhonda, for being so vulnerable and ...

I love having soul stirring conversations, but sometimes I just have to let my bird flag fly. I’m so happy to have my good sis, Britney Janssen, on #rosentpod. We talked about everything under the sun—from her experiences as a pageant girl to h...

Many center their religious experiences around trauma, pain, and heartache, but something magical happens when we explore the process of healing church hurt. I’m so glad I could chat about church (& much more) with authoress Kelli Raí, who ...

As we’re navigating this season of thanks, I’ll say that I’m thankful for guests like Taylor Jay who aren’t afraid to come on #rosentpod and be completely vulnerable. I soooo enjoyed chatting about faith, hard work, hard times, and self-care. G...