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With headlines filling our newsfeed of women being harassed, abused or killed at the hands of men, episode four of Listen To Black Women explores toxic masculinity.

On episode 3 of Listen To Black Women we sat down with Pastor John Gray and his wife Aventer Gray to discuss the viral clip of his sermon regarding woman walking "in the spirit of girlfriend." In our interview he clears up and further explains what he meant and also spoke on what does it mean to walk in the spirit of husband.

Singer/Songwriter Ne-Yo responds to backlash to his declaration of "Good Man Season", rumors that he's gay, the backlash his wife, Crystal Renay Williams, received over her comments on her son's hair, and more in this episode of Spin & Spill the Tea on MadameNoire. VISIT OUR SITE: http://bit.ly/KK8Af7 SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/KZkJMX WATCH MORE: http://bit.ly/12nX00w LIKE US ON FACEBOOK: http://on.fb.me/KqfX8N FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: http://bit.ly/SUwIis MADAMENOIRE is a passionate, cutting-edge web publication geared towards African-American women. The publication's mission is to unite black women at various stages of their lives, around a common aspiration for better, more fulfilling lifestyles. MADAMENOIRE provides breaking news, an open forum for discussion and cosmopolitan advice born from the lived experiences and needs of these women of color (which includes mothers, young professionals, fashionistas and intellectuals). --- Ne-Yo Responds to the "Good Man Season" Backlash | Spin & Spill the Tea

We spoke with author and motivational speaker Lisa Nichols to give more insight on the topic of toxic masculinity and while she agreed that we are experiencing a crisis of toxic masculinity, she said we are also experiencing a "crisis of what it means to be a young woman." Check out the full interview above as Nichols delves deeper into this topic along with her own story of surviving abuse and what men and women can do to combat toxic masculine environments.

Despite a Black woman launching the #MeToo movement, white women-- and white men -- have largely been the focus of this pivotal moment. But as the movement slowly makes its rounds to the Black community and we see men like Russell Simmons, Bill Cosby, and others face allegations of sexual misconduct -- and African Americans show support for them despite proof of their transgressions -- it begs the question: Do we really want #MeToo for us too?

Before the hashtag #MeToo came to define our current landscape, there was Terry Crews, the lone Black male to come forward with a story of being sexually harassed. While Crews received support far and wide for his courageous act, the actor told us there have been dozens of men who've reached out to him and opened up about their own experiences of being violated, but stating they could never come forward and tell the world.

Singer, Bridget Kelly spills the tea on her new album, Reality Bites and the lessons she's learned from her days on Love & Hip Hop. She also dishes about her failed relationship with Basketball Player, James Shipp Jr., her unreleased song "Pussy So Good" with Ray J, and more. For the full story, go to madamenoire.com.

Transgender Actress, Model and Cotton on Lee Daniels' new Fox series, "Star" answers questions about her personal life and career in this episode of Spin & Spill the Tea. VISIT OUR SITE: http://bit.ly/KK8Af7 SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/KZkJMX WATCH MORE: http://bit.ly/12nX00w LIKE US ON FACEBOOK: http://on.fb.me/KqfX8N FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: http://bit.ly/SUwIis MADAMENOIRE is a passionate, cutting-edge web publication geared towards African-American women. The publication's mission is to unite black women at various stages of their lives, around a common aspiration for better, more fulfilling lifestyles. MADAMENOIRE provides breaking news, an open forum for discussion and cosmopolitan advice born from the lived experiences and needs of these women of color (which includes mothers, young professionals, fashionistas and intellectuals). --- Amiyah Scott on How Instagram Made Her Famous | Spin & Spill the Tea

These days we’re bombarded by a slew of #Goals on social media, be it fitness, relationship or professional achievements. And while we know deep down not everything we see online is real, most of us still can’t help but feel a twinge of jealousy or the need to compare ourselves when looking at others’ social media lives.

On this week’s episode of Listen To Black Women we discussed Social Media #Goals and how they influence our self image. And in a candid interview with Yandy Smith, Shameka Sanders talked to the reality star about how she balances social media with reality.

They say fathers are the first ones to show a girl how a man should treat her and Jason Mitchell is certainly making sure his young girls know what to expect from boys when they start dating. The actor stopped by our office to spill a little tea on his upcoming role in Superfly but he also dished on his favorite tattoo and being a dad, including why he takes his daughters on dates. Watch Jason spill all this tea in the video above.

This week Shamika Sanders, Brande Victorian, and guest host Tracy G. explore the topic of daddy issues and can you still have them even if your dad was present in your life. We spoke with licensed therapist S. Tia Brown to get an experts view on this topic as well as helping explain what daddy issues really means. Find out what our hosts and you the audience had to say on this topic by watching the video now.

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This week we’re asking the question, why are unhealthy longterm relationships still idolized?

David and Tamela Mann stopped by to discuss their new album, book, and tour by the same name "Us Against The World." The Manns also gave us a peak into their #BlackLove and proof that they are #relationshipgoals.

We spoke with dermatologist and dove parter Dr. Rosemarie Ingleton about what Black women need to know regarding their skin care in the winter months.

Dermatologist and dove parter Dr. Rosemarie Ingleton answers questions from Black women about skin care.

Dermatologist and dove parter Dr. Rosemarie Ingleton lets Black women over 40 know what they need to know about skin care.

Ever wonder if your daily makeup us affects your skin? MadameNoire asked dermatologist, Dr. Rosemary Ingelton all the questions needed when it comes to maintaining healthy skin while wearing makeup.

We brought in a group of Black men to discuss and respond to the advice, commentary and wisdom offered from one of our "Good Guys" episode of MadameNoire's conversation starting digital series Listen To Black Women. Lets see what the men had to say.

Dr. Arabia Mollette explains what Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease are, their signs and symptoms, treatment, and how to prevent.

We brought in a group of Black men to discuss and respond to the advice, commentary and wisdom offered from one of our episode of MadameNoire's conversation starting digital series Listen To Black Women. Lets see what the men had to say.

Dr. Arabia Mollette explains the difference between hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and it's signs and symptoms, treatment, and more.

Dr. Arabia Mollette explains what fibroids are and how Black women are affected more so by them as well as it's signs and symptoms.

This season on Listen To Black Women we discussed many topics and one that keeps our comment section popping is relationships. Watch as we recap some of the key moments from our relationship based episodes. :46 - Why Do We Pick Good Guys Last? 1:37 - Is Cuffing Season Ruining Our Approach To Dating? 2:23 - Do Women Put The Wrong Guys In The Friend Zone? 3:08 - Is Pick Me Culture Killing Black Women’s Self Esteem?