The Stew Podcast

Hey there! Welcome to "The Stew," where Ray and Tanesha invite you into our world straight from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We're a Black family navigating life and everything in between with our four incredible kids—all while keeping it real and breaking generational curses.

Join us as we stir up heartfelt conversations in segments like "Sipping on the Porch," sharing those genuine, porch-fueled chats with our nearest and dearest. Ever ...

Welcome to The Stew, where we unravel the complexities of friendships. I'm Tanesha, and Ray joins me with all the superior wisdom. We dive into the surprising discussion: Should friendships have expiration dates? We grapple with this concept head-on, sharing personal tales of loyalty, growth, and outgrowing pals.

Have you ever had a friend who vanished when the car broke down or when you stopped partying every weekend? We've been t...

Hey friends! Welcome back to the Stew Podcast, where we dive into heartwarming stories and life's hurdles with a dash of humor. Today, join Ray Stewart as he chats with Trayvion about the ups and downs of trying out for the high school basketball team.

Listen in as they discuss the importance of standing out in a sea of talent and finding the courage to push beyond one's comfort zone. Ray offers gems of advice on working harder tha...

Hey there! Get ready for an engaging discussion in "The Stew," where we're cooking up conversations that truly matter. Join hosts Tanesha and Raymond Stewart as they chat with their oldest son Lil Ray, who recently made the bold leap into military life.

Through laughter and a few tears, the family shares their initial reactions, personal reflections, and the emotional rollercoaster of supporting Lil Ray from afar. Dive deep into th...

Hey there! Join us for a heartfelt chat where generations collide to share their unique experiences of life during and after COVID. Ever wondered how a teenager, a thirty-something, and a seasoned 58-year-old view the pandemic's impact on everyday life? Well, grab a cup of coffee and tune in.

You'll hear raw and real stories, from the eerie silence of city streets as essential workers headed to their jobs to the creative ways we al...

Hey there! Welcome to another exciting episode where we dive into one of those juicy debates that gets everyone talking. Today, we’re tackling the age-old question: Should women make the first move? Oh, it's about to get interesting!

This conversation takes us back to the beginning of one host’s own love story, sparking a candid chat about first moves, bold gestures, and those blush-worthy moments we can all relate to. Whether it'...

Hey there, friends! Dive into our latest chat where we reflect on the beautiful chaos of parenting, juggling different personalities. Plus, the significance of making time for those crucial date nights! 😊

We also explore the idea of moving overseas for a better life. Hear about the dreamy places we've visited and why the allure of friendlier locales and yummy (chemical-free!) food has us thinking about packing our bags! 🏡🌎

And j...

Join hosts Ray and Tanesha as they dive into the heartfelt dynamics of family structures, exploring the intricacies of growing up in a single-parent household and now raising kids in a two-parent home. Get ready for a discussion packed with personal anecdotes, societal insights, and heartfelt conversations.

They open the floor to listeners, discussing how childhood experiences shape parenting styles, from balancing independence and...

Hey friends! Today, Ray and Tanesha dive into a conversation that hits close to home – therapy. They question whether therapy is genuinely a path to healing or just another trend everyone's following. Growing up, therapy wasn't a topic in their communities, a notion many can relate to. When is therapy truly needed, and are people ready for the work it demands?

Tanesha shares her personal journey battling anxiety in a corporate sett...

Hey there, welcome back to The Stew! If you're new, we are your hosts, Ray and Tanesha. We dive into the conversations that genuinely matter. Tonight's discussion is one for the books! We're tackling the controversial topic of whether single mothers raise better men than two-parent households.

Some folks swear by the strength and independence single moms instill, pointing out role models like LeBron James, Barack Obama, and Jay-Z, ...

Hey there, welcome back to another episode filled with heart and controversy! This time, Ray and Tanesha dive into the hot topic of whether single mothers can raise better men compared to two-parent households. It's part two, and it's getting even more engaging with personal stories and opinions flying around.

We touch on Boosie's traditional parenting methods and the impact of media on children's upbringing. We also tackle the rol...

Hey there, movie buffs! 🎬 Tanesha and Ray here, catching up after a little hiatus filled with back-to-back birthdays (Tray and Rayden, we love ya!). But now, we're diving into something special—a movie that's not just entertainment, but a mirror reflecting on where we've come from and where we need to go.

We just got out of the theater after watching Sinners, and wow, it was more than just a film—it was an experience. Directed by ...

Hey there, welcome back! 🌟 In this episode, we're diving into the world of celebrity love with a spicy twist. We're talking about Alicia Keys and Swizz Beatz's claim that they've never had an argument – yep, you heard that right! But is it true love, or are they just really good at public relations? 🤔

Tanesha and Ray, your trusty hosts, are putting this claim under the microscope. As a couple married for 19 years, we've got some ...

Hey friend! Ever wondered if black parents are too hard on their kids? In this episode, Ray and Tanesha dive deep into whether traditional discipline is about building strength or unknowingly creating trauma. We chat about the old-school 'seen and not heard' mindset and tackle the tough questions on love, control, and what discipline really means.

Listen in as we share personal stories, reminisce about childhood punishments, and di...