As soon as Demetria defended black American culture, I knew I was supporting the right podcaster.

my daughter told me about this podcast last year and I just completely let it go. But after the election and all the craziness in the political atmosphere, I was looking source to get information from and I thought let me try this. I could not believe to hear an honest assessment. What she felt was going on and she even admits when she’s not too sure when she doesn’t agree I. More podcast were so honest. I have recommended this podcast to everyone who would listen to me. She is amazing.

Demetria is my cousin in my head! Listening to R&R is like catching up with my cousins. She shares the adventures of her [best] life, some vulnerabilities, joy, and stories of mum & dad. Her pop and politics updates are shared with media sources and personal views of what she’s sharing. I will say, the personal experience shares are the best part of me. It’s inspiring, good news (for the most part), and makes me happy.

I think I started listening the first time back in 2022/2023 and while I loved it I found myself jealous of your adventures and jet setting so I had to put the podcast down for awhile. Back in 2025 and binging all the back episodes has been something and I love how you stayed true to the format. I’m in it for the long haul this time and can’t wait for you to go into video.

This is my favorite podcast, except for the random interviews. I always skip those.

Super excited about you goo going to video… can’t wait!!!!

Love the show. Keep it going. One thing…please stop singing. Pleaseee.

I stumbled upon this sister and absolutely love her! I feel like I’m listening to myself. More of this!

I absolutely love this podcast. Demetria is the straight no chaser friend you didn’t know you needed. I love how she covers pop culture especially when it’s related to a lawsuit and she goes over the facts instead of just pontificating. Can’t remember how I found her but glad I did. Also, as a fellow gorgeous Prince George’s resident I enjoy when she has the chance to talk about home!

Love everything about this podcast. Always entertaining and and adventure

I love this show. You might too. That’s the review.

She’s just brilliant. Witty, smart, and just so enjoyable to listen to. So glad I found this podcast. I’m telling all my friends about it!

We will miss you in Washington DC! I’m getting so good at predicting when you’re gonna say “Oh, dear”! Safe travels. Hello my beautiful black sister! I too am traumatized by what you experience. We have been praying for your safety and enjoying the stories of all your travels. Thank you for exploring Africa on our behalf. Shame on those women for blaming you for this experience. Many of us stand with you. We want you to know we love you! #SeeSomeSisterhood. Hello! My name is Audrey Lester! Thank you so much for reading my compliment and giving me a shout out. I really appreciate it. I wear your hoodie all the time! I live in Washington DC. While wearing the logo hoodie, a fan screamed out to me from her car! Shout out to all the fans in the Washington DC area!

This is an up n coming pod. I luv what Demetria is doing. Definitely a must listen!

I said what I said

Demetria’s "little podcast" is the crisp, refreshing recap of news and pop culture my intellect craves.

I look forward to the weekly episodes, Demetria relates in a way that comes straight from the friends group chat! She’s a keeper.

I’ve been rocking with Demetria since A Belle In Brooklyn (the book). This sista never misses…she’s been on! One of the prolific voices of our generation. Demetria for president! Too much? Ok. Just listen to the podcast! K. Bye!

My friend in my head! I’m her amen choir, co-signing on everything every episode. My hands down favorite podcast!

Demetria your pod is my favorite hands down ‼️You give the best reviews of books and pop culture, and I depend on your expertise to pick books and decide what I’m watching 🙌🏾🙌🏾. Keep doing what you do and Happy Birthday, I will try and survive this hiatus 🎂🎂🎉🎉

Absolutely love this show 😘

A colleague shared this podcast with me for a recent train ride and I’ve enjoyed this podcast ever since! Demi and I are close in age and I find myself enjoying and almost completing her sentences at times. Wonderful to hear varied perspectives and opinions on numerous topics! Thank you Demi you’re on point!

Always looking forward to hearing Demi’s latest shenanigans. So much fun. Thank you for good solid content.

This is my favorite podcast! I love Demi☺️

she always goin off about something. Acts like everybody is supposed to like Beyonce.

Podcast is good if you need something to pass the time. She doesn't really discuss anything of substance she just vents. When she reads ads she over annunciates and sounds like a robot.

Thanks so much Sis! I’m enjoying each one! I looooooove the Guilded Age too, loved your re-cap!!!💕

Here’s to another 500 episodes

I look forward to this podcast every time it comes out and I find myself thinking “what would Demetria say?” About topics of the day 👌🏾love

As a faithful listener, I can’t believe I hit the nail on the head with the couple that wasn’t pleased with your interview. I remembered when you spoke about it at that time. Bob & Sheila would have been too much for this episode…

This pod has fallen off. I used to enjoy the cultural and pop culture segments. Now it’s seems like a personal diary that poorly edited peppered heavily with ads. Not engaging or seems to care about audience retention.

I’ve been a faithful listener for quite awhile but I believe that pod is missing something. A production team mostly. It’s poorly edited, always late, and inconsistent in its content. Like many others noted, it’s way more ads than actual episode. The lateness is almost comical at this point. Demetria travels often and it’s apart of the appeal but I believe she thinks we care about her personal life. It’s almost like a diary and extremely offputting. Where this podcast shines is in it’s examinations of cultural happenings, the pop culture segments are where the gold is! But this chick like to tell her business. The fast forward button is your friend. I hope she begins to tread lightly on the personal musings and give more effort into producing a great podcast that explores pop culture in a relevant and meaningful way.

1) I'm 100% ok with some ads in a podcast — but not when they're running for almost as long as the content! It's gotten SO MUCH WORSE this year and is ridiculous at this point... 2) Hearing about Demetria's daily life is cool but, like the ads... there's way too much now. Please bring back more of her commentary on entertainment culture.

I’ve listened to this podcast religiously since its inception. Really good stuff and a voice very much needed amongst the masses. Lately tho, the scales have tipped heavily toward more ads and less content. I get having to make a living but when ads take up almost half of the time, not only is it frustrating but it also cheapens the quality as well.

Demetria is insightful, hilarious, and her ability to tell stories especially about her adventures are the best! Sometimes it feels like inner monologue and others it is like I am catching up with a friend. Join the odyssey and listen

This has been my favorite podcast for awhile now, but the ads outweigh the content. An episode can be 42 minutes long, but the ads take up 18 minutes of that time. Episodes now feel rushed and incomplete. I understand that she is out of the country and I also understand that ads pay the bills; however, for such a great podcast it would be nice to have more content.

Btw Airbnb has been giving a lot of people loads of trouble lately. I think I’m going back to hotels indefinitely. The company and hosts are becoming more and more unpredictable and sketchy.

Thank you for sharing your life journey in Ghana and black culture updates. It’s clear you’re doing what you love, and thank you for sharing it with the world! You already know this, but remember that people are more likely to complain than compliment, so for every bad review, there are 10-20 listeners who love your podcast yet never post :-) The 10-20 who never post are your true target audience and let the others keep it moving. UPDATE on July 29 2023 Also, thanks for being so inclusive because we need to be reminded that oppression and exclusion isn’t just something to be fought when it comes from the less melanated. We can be inclusive and still be authentically Black.

Demetria has always been one of my faves. Years ago I stumbled upon her IG which lead me to her books. Since then I’ve supported all of her work. This podcast is no different. True to the title, it’s the most perfect balance of ratchetness and respectability with a heavy sprinkle of travel. Add this to your podcast rotation today 💗

Horrible ad placements and seems like the topics aren’t researched but on the fly. This could be a good podcast but it seems like more of an obligation instead of something Demetria wants to do.

Happy Birthday Queen. Thank you for the podcast. I too loved traveling around Europe. Keep it coming.

I'm so glad I found this podcast 1 year ago. I know Demetria's name from her days as a writer on a small publication. To be blessed 2x a week with her insights, humor and love of all things black brings consistent joy.

I am a day one listener and I wanted to share that this current episode is so far below the level of content we usually receive from you. I am one of your listeners who has no problem with late episodes or sometimes questionable edit’s because the content is always top tier. But I am honestly disappointed in this episode to the point I could stand to listen to the end. I was very excited to hear you speak with your friend and learn about her project. I hate to leave a message in a negative light but it wasn’t the best spotlight for your friend or you. I was a fateful listener during the pandemic when the interview sound was extremely questionable but stuck it out because you were doing the best you could as a one women shop. I know she is incredibly busy but maybe a retapping is in order? As a dedicated listener I always pray for your health, success, and safe galavantings. I will definitely be back after your well deserved and earned time for you!

There are too many loud ads,but this podcaster can be entertaining and is sometimes informative—especially about the backstory regarding how creatives get things done in the US entertainment industry. The loud ads, including those read in a louder, clipped voice by the podcaster, make me fast forward and interrupt what could be very enjoyable episodes. If the producers come up with a way to not have so many loud ads that interrupt the content so awkwardly,they will keep current listeners and increase the number of listeners.

Feels like I’m listening to one of my girlfriends for each episode. Only minor downside is that there’s literally ad breaks every 5 minutes. Totally understand that sis needs to get her coins but has more ad time than 2+ hour episodes that I listen too, this diluting the value of the ads. Is there a way to find a balance with content and sponsors?

I love how organized Demetria is in her presentation. The podcast transitions seamlessly; easy to follow. Keep it up! A breath of fresh air, a real one, a girl after my own heart. I’m so happy I didn’t let that reality show portrayal of you steer me away.

Back here after a long time and just wanna say the theme music is nostalgic and exciting ❤️.

I’m in tears as I listen to your story. No one should ever have their sense of safety stolen from them. It is one of my biggest fears, especially as a woman. Please take your time to heal and recoup. Even if it means ghosting social media and podcasting. Sending love and prayers from Philly!

I absolutely love this podcast for so many reasons. I look forward to Tuesdays and Fridays to hear about what DLL is up to and to get her take on current events. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I am inspired to see the world!

I never comment and I'm a long time listener. Demetria hearing all that happened broke my heart. You did EVERYTHING right! Do not doubt that. Your audience is here for you and we love you.