Devon Franklin Talks The Truth About Men, Healthy Dating Habits, Mastering The Dog + More

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[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

We apologies about the echo at the beginning of the video. It is a technical error that only lasted for the first minute. We apologize about the inconvenience. Thank you all for your support and checking out this episode! Be sure to check out our previous episodes via any podcast streaming services, soundcloud.com/theroommatespodcast.

[@evearcana2392]

The Roommates Podcast God bless you for what you’re doing. Thank you!

[@melissanewell4027]

It was actually cool...I though it was you trying to reinforce the point...😂

[@tessaderr2040]

@top ten That would also make a great episode

[@SimonWR1]

What's up Hafeez, this is Simon from Troy bro. Hit me up. Y'alls podcasts are 🔥

[@coolicetea7923]

thank you for all that you do.

[@dend5965]

Get disciplined in your dating life before you get married.. so true.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Very true indeed.

[@lytonya1533]

But dating and marriage is so different.

[@uriahcox4734]

@@lytonya1533 which makes it an even better environment to discipline your self in. Just because the person you are dating does one thing doesn't mean you have to. When you marry you have to control yourself no matter what your significant other does. Master your self.

[@reginayfavors]

@@uriahcox4734 Master Yourself is a book title. Hope you will consider it.

[@eugeniyah8078]

What I took away from this conversation is that: the mindset that you have when you're single will be the mindset that you'll have when you get married. Saying "I do" doesn't change the heart of the person, discipline and hard work does. It was great witnessing like-minded people have a conversation on this topic.

[@tranquility9325]

What they never address in these public media sensations is that most ppl are screwing on the first mate. No such thing as dating anymore, ppl are mating. I even had males get pissed at me bec I didnt fling my damn legs open simply bec he paid attention to me. No one wants to talk about any of that.

[@eugeniyah8078]

tranquility Are you referring to the importance of abstinence or are you referring to the fact that there are many people who don’t date intentionally/that there are many people who don’t do relationships anymore?

[@tranquility9325]

@@eugeniyah8078 every person I met online either was severely mentally disturbed, or expected sex and NOW. I even had a so called female friend who was doing the same thing, banging every guy she ever went out with. She had asked her daughter if she should be doing that, and her daughter told her, mom you're single, have fun! Even though her daughter can't really choose decent men since her husband is a schizophrenic who hears voices all the time, and once left their son in the car alone at night while he went walking up and down the street doing who knows what. Men friends have also verified that yes women are doing everyone they go out with. I figured that too since those same horn dogs got mad at me bec I didnt give them a free slice of poon pie just bec he spoke to me. I told a guy friend that males dont want to court any more, like back in the day and he said, why would a guy court someone when he can get it for a jolly rancher. I laughed, he said no, I'm serious.

[@eugeniyah8078]

@@tranquility9325 I would say; redirect your focus to The Heavenly Father. If you "date" the world's way, you will get what the world gets. It's so true that there are many men out here who either don't have any relationship goals and they wanna go with the flow or they're all about the sex. But then there are plenty of men who are looking for a wife, their soulmate and they wanna court the woman of their dreams and wait until marriage to have sex. If you focus on your relationship with The Most High and you allow Him to prepare you for marriage, then He will eventually lead you to your soulmate - the one that will be willing to wait with you - once He sees that you're ready for it and in His perfect timing, if you have a true desire to get married. Forget about the men that aren't serious about you, as being abstinent (if that's what you're in to) will actually help you identify the ones that are against abstinence.

[@eugeniyah8078]

@@tranquility9325 You won't have to make yourself seen so that you can attract your soulmate, you won't have to do online dating to attract him either. All you gotta do is be obedient to, faithful unto and trust the Most High. He will take care of the rest of the work, as He is the ultimate matchmaker - He created everyone and He knows the best match for you.

[@thereal.aliaraquel1610]

He’s so articulate. It’s amazing to have a man like this honestly, I just pray that interviews like this begin to mainstream. To teach or boys and sons because too much is saying the completely opposite.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

It was a great conversation.

[@blksoltheory]

Can we have a special video with Devon Franklin and Stephan Labossiere with you guys together? 😭♥️

[@amiljohn4555]

Yesssssss we need to witness these brothers in action TOGETHER!

[@brittanynicole4370]

That would be EPIC!

[@ItsMistaTee]

That would be very legendary

[@derreckaffor5584]

I second this motion!!!

[@DrUmarJohnson1]

This is much more helpful than The Breakfast Club. No Rumor Reports and other distractions

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad that it is able to help

[@ladyvicky3952]

Eduardo Oliveira I know..This is way better

[@joyboy1720]

why do you have to bring down another group to bring this one up?

[@bricbrac28]

I love the statement about the woman ,we do not have to except an unwillingness to change Behavior. we can make the decision on whether to stay or go because sometimes I believe being saved we get caught up in the Lord hates divorce scripture and we stick around and get treated horribly beyond measure, but in reality; marriage is a beautiful thing but when you have somebody who purposely treats you bad on purpose without a desire to be different, time to leave.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Connecting with the purpose is so important.

[@redafro321]

💜@ Blessed Rivers & Streams, you’re speaking volumes to me & many others. I’m married 18 yrs & together 27 yrs with (2 bio. daughters & 2 sons yielding 4 grandkids). You’ve described the very essence of my current situation except my spouse isn’t “a man of God” nor is he reasonably spiritual. About 1.5-2 yrs ago God revealed the source of suspicion & confusion I was experiencing for at least 4 yrs prior to this revelation. I recall feeling something was off with my spouse. 🤔 Like a De Ja Vu, only random & disconnected to real time activities⁉️ No proof surfaced. Upon moving from NJ to DE approx 2 yrs ago I saw inappropriate text messages on his cell between him & the client who lives in DE. This was an abrupt move for financial reasons & other. I met the source of the De Ja Vu & I was instantly able to discern it. I Immediately told my husband about my realization & he said “you just have an issue with everyone”. He said “you never care for anyone when you meet them”. This is completely false, It’s my woman’s intuition & I trust it. Besides this Vermon’s greeting towards me was awful & stood, walked, talked, acted, looked, & quacked like a duck. She’s a duck/ Vermon Devil 😈 ‼️Just to name a few RED FLAGS 🚩 🚩 🚩‼️ There’s a strong possibility that she’s been practicing “Black Magic” on my spouse, kids & other family. My husband is a handsome & resourceful family man that many woman typically desire. He’s a manly man. My husband has had a business/ friendship relationship with her & her daughter for approx 8 yrs gone wrong. She recently bought a house in DE & my husband is contracted to do the work. They meet for breakfast/lunch with her daughter. Found receipts for 2 guest & he’s paid. Saw a text from her stating she’s buying a leather sectional for his man cave. She has had a hold on him mentally for a good while IDK 😐 how long truth be told. When we lived in NJ @ times my husband traveled to DE to renovate her mom’s basement. She was living there prior to buying a home. He’s done work in SC for her friend who family has a history of practicing “Black Magic”. I met her too & felt her coldness & saw darkness. As time has passed I’ve been birdwatching them bc I notice that if I talk to him about the situation he screams & is defensive. His mind is hostage has been poisoned 🤢 against me. Some how she extracts personal info about our family & he’s unaware. Bad spirits are dispatched if she realizes that I’m aware of her evil. But he remains consistent in his family duties to me & our girls. He loves us. He only gets hostile whenever I try to tell him our family is being sabotaged by this she Devil 👿. He defends her no matter what & I’m ignored. Please help me‼️ I pray 2X/ day & read at least 25 scriptures total : Freestyle prayer A Daily prayer A prayer to evict a strange woman (scriptures pertain to evicting evil doers & rebuking evil spirits) Armor of God scripture Peace scripture Patience scripture I’ve been attending church I’ve had healing & deliverance Any prayers & suggestions are welcome. What I do know is that if you don’t feed it, It won’t grow. Peace & Blessings❗️ 🙏🏽

[@dionnaburton8264]

Thank you for creating this channel and reminding me “they do exist.” (Men that are working towards bettering themselves spiritually and emotionally.) There are a ton of podcasts teaching people how to manipulate others, and I am grateful your show is about self mastery!!

[@relaxwithme__]

Yes!

[@naomil7571]

He’s always dropping gems. Why I choose to listen to him more and more

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Great mind indeed!

[@Abundance26]

Being upfront and honest is EVERYTHING!!! Thanks for that!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Honesty is key!

[@tomlinson161]

Definitely helped me understand why my man might feel I'm controlling, when I'm in fact not a controlling person. "Management over Mandating" 🤝

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad that it helps.

[@fattysl26]

I know right, it makes sense why a man would see certain things as controlling. If you have someone telling you what you need to do and when, well how could it be perceived otherwise

[@sandram2682]

This is so goooood.. not only for men, but for women too. Humans need discipline and that's what I am taking away from this and so much more. Thank u

[@angiebae8125]

tbh I judged them for being in hollywood but I thank God for the wisdom and encouragement and obedience. this interview touched my heart and gave me hope and has helped me to be more open to everyone the roommates podcast always gives me life 💕 especially during this hard time in my life. You cant fake authenticity and sincerity

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

So glad that this is able to help.

[@mamadoundoye5427]

Echo ends after the highlight/intro

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks for sharing. We tried to write it in the beginning but no one read it lol

[@antisfresh5387]

The people who watch this, listen to this and comment on this are people that are already in this headspace. How do we get it to the folks that aren't? How do I get this to my old self? And for my old self to actually hear it!?

[@_bayougirl]

"Even when you want to do right, suppression can be an area that can set you up to do wrong." Wow. I felt that! Thanks for sharing your wisdom, Devon!

[@JaysumHunter]

“Married and the dog still bark” 💯

[@nikenikao6747]

Wonder if he was referring to Pastor R.C Blake's such a great pastor who teaches on father wounds. But this segment was so educational not just for a man's stand point that would help him reference his life.....but as women helping us to come to an understanding help me see things from an logical stand point and not act on pure emotion allowing me to make a conscious decision best for me concerning men trying to be in my life lol but yet being empathetic and understanding. Thank you again for such great podcast 😊🙏

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much. Glad that it can help!

[@daughterotmhsnatchingsouls7783]

Nike Just returned from seeing R C Blake's in ATL. I was wondering the Same Thing!

[@TheLost_n_Profound]

This episode brought me to tears. 🙏🏾❤️ Beautiful conversation.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@theblackbookexperience8325]

This was an absolute wonderful episode. Many gems and so much more room for growth. Hafeez, you and Chris keep doing what you've been called to do 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Preciate the support!

[@Dtillma228]

I bought the book today and you men give me hope as the kind of voices men and women in this world need. Thank you.

[@enumangene6914]

This is so dope man, I couldn't stop screaming when i saw Devon on the podcast, you guys are definitely changing the game this 2019, loveeee it❤👌🏽keep it up!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks a ton.

[@melbaknowlton]

This is an amazing video for men and women. I wish a lot of men could see this! It’s definitely an eye opening!!

[@tessaderr2040]

Your questions and preparedness matched with your elegant choice of words make this beyond enjoyable.

[@soystef]

Yes yes yes to **Radical Transparency** We needed to hear this- We have been waiting for Devon to make an appearance. Yet another beautiful build... Much appreciation for sharing. Strength, love & truth to all. Bless

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks a ton

[@tearragunter3803]

Beyond amazing! This message needs to be more mainstream for sure!

[@brandonj3182]

Really Dope interview. Much appreciated.

[@Dizyy422]

I needed to hear this!! Got confirmation and clarity.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Amen.

[@iza595]

I am LOVING the speakers you are bringing on these episodes!👏🏽✨

[@yfrancillon27]

Me too. Especially the last one with Real talk Kim. I watched that twice.

[@iza595]

francy17 haven’t watched that one yet but that is definitely next on my list 👌🏽

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

So glad that you are enjoying the episode!

[@jayg3189]

This was a great conversation.

[@HannahBee10]

I love this guy!! You're such an example of a great MAN...I can listen to you all day

[@thart6205]

Absolutely Awesome!!!!! Sooooo much to take in!!!! Major Gems for Major Growth for Men and Women alike!!!!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

A great one indeed!

[@thart6205]

Keep bringing this yummy stuff to us @The Roommates Podcast lol

[@revatibeal]

Omg you guys are the BEST! I’m sure this was planned before I even thought about sending a DM. I’m so excited!!!!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Haha yeah we had it in the works for a while.

[@Glowupgoddess]

Loveeeeeee thissssss. Y’all moving on up #soproud 😭😭😭

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@trishwin07]

I enjoyed the video... keeping up the good work! blessings!

[@marv8360]

Hyped for this ep!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

It's a great one.

[@veezzybaby__]

Great episode 🙏🏽🙌🏽♥️💯 Devon is always dropping jewels

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Devon is so great

[@Sirenity01]

Can feel the energy through the video! Much respect to both of you men 🙏🏿☀️

[@emilydearcos]

Another great insightful convo 👍🏼🙂 love the dog-master metaphor. So good!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

So good indeed!

[@omoladeyusuf1557]

Great Great Episodes, great choice of speakers.Keep it up!!!Always watching and always sharing

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad that you enjoyed!

[@Itsdannib]

This was so necessary!!!!

[@ameliap413]

Great information from this conversation. Kudos to the roomates for always asking the right questions.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad that you enjoyed

[@iamwonderfullymade]

Amazing interview! So insightful!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks for the love and support!

[@charmillehare8967]

This is amazing!! I'm sharing this with my brothers. I pray I can share this with my boys!! Really good!!!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much for being willing to share.

[@noirfit9721]

This was a great convo. I will be reading the book!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

The book is a must read.

[@1jennifer89]

This was a sweet interview, I loved it!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad that you enjoyed it :)

[@beverlyx9546]

Great Interview !!!

[@faviolafikir2181]

I'm so proud of you! Keep shining king! :)

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thankss :)

[@brendacook5103]

Thanks, Hafeez! This is one of your best videos. It contains a lot of information and wisdom. I hope all boys and men view this video.

[@clarajulia1955]

Absolutely loved this🙌🏾

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad you enjoyed the episode!

[@arnaldoestevestj]

Amen!!! Thank you very much for all this value. My favorite podcast

[@linleylawless2942]

I love love loved this one! I always love this channel but this one was wonderful. I love the perspective and I cannot wait to read his book!

[@TheElizabethanEra]

loved this video! very informative and helpful.

[@arabaassabill6244]

This is some great information! Empowering ladies esp on how to communicate your disagreements. God bless y’all

[@1creativeview748]

Excellent interview/ talk. This brought me some clarity in how I would like to move forward in dating. 🔥

[@mslysandraw]

Great podcast!!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@GENESIASICRESICREDESIGNS]

This made me feel so happy 😇great interview 👍

[@tetaliawilson1672]

Thank you for this! 😍😍😍

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad that it's able to help.

[@seantryce7402]

Insightful Timely and well reserved

[@jessicaapaloo8049]

THIS BOOK CHANGED MY LIFE! It's a fantastic book for both men and women that really helped me navigate unhealthy cultural traditions I had picked up in relation to relationships. Great interview!

[@jeanineunscripted]

Very informative! Great show and I'm.adding this book to my must read list! Thank youuuuu Roommates! 🤗😀🙏🏾

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

The book is a much read.

[@amynguyen7]

Great messages and lessons. Thank you.

[@intentionalgreatness]

That suppression piece is gold...talk about it!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Can't suppress got to talk about it.

[@intentionalgreatness]

@@TheRoommatesPodcast yes for women just as much as men.

[@danielsalazar9853]

great episode good job roomates!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks brother.

[@BrookeElise81]

I'm halfway through the book and it is REALLY GOOD so far. This guy is awesome!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

He is so great!

[@kendrick2867]

Good convo. Been battling my own Dog myself.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Keep battling my friend.

[@Calida]

So many amazing points. Thank you for these talks... I'm a woman who didnt grow up with a positive, close Male role model... I'm currently processing and navigating these things in my heart and mind and this information has helped me personally a lot. ♡♡♡

[@elenarotestan5823]

I just love Devon's discipline, and his teaching. God bless.

[@saywhatnah5328]

Amazing conversation. This will be eye opening to so many ppl

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

So true.

[@rasheedahudson8983]

Say WhatNah, yes. It was eye-opening for me.

[@chenk2106]

The echo in the beginning got me! Lol great episode again. Thankyou ✌🏼

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Yeah for some reason it was in the beginning. We put a note in the captions.

[@naseeha101]

Amazing conversation happening here 😌

[@electricred91]

This was very informative !

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@thecrewpodcast1964]

Love this interview. Devon was speaking facts.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Devon is amazing!

[@bettinaivory28]

This is Soo awesome and informative.

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much !

[@jahniahmcallister3569]

Omgggg!!! He’s speaking so much truth!!!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Overwhelming amount of truth!

[@janinepolanco319]

This is great!

[@nyashabee]

12 minutes in and purchased my book. Thanks Devon and #thankyouamazonprime

[@sillybrittbrat]

sparklez bee me too! Lol

[@CHERALE21]

Love this!!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@JaysumHunter]

I’m currently on the course of doing better, but it’s harder than it look. I’m just taking it one day at a time. Discipline and confidence is 🔐

[@tiffanystargill3162]

The double audio is only in the intro. Keep watching!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks for letting people know.

[@themcdermottway6912]

This guys dope 👌 great talk!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@stephentaylor3383]

Very enlightening and true.

[@SiriusAspirations]

Bad, bad “manhood redefined” so needed, let the Master reign! 😍Roommates your show is the realest love it ❤️

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@jasminewoods9801]

This was great!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@kayajackson50]

Loved it!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@Kingcolb]

Great one guys

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks so much!

[@nnamdinnajiofor6675]

Devon Franklin is the guy! I respect and admire this man so much. He is the definition of a true man.

[@iamtonyacarter]

Great Episode! I love what you all are doing! DeVon Franklin speaks so much truth! This is information I wish I would've known before I got married. I truly believe had I known this information I wouldn't have gotten a divorce because we weren't successful singles first. Many don't teach how to be a successful single and mastering self-discipline. Everyone just talks about getting married believing that's the solution when in reality it's not.

[@tessaderr2040]

You have A1 guest! Great content.

[@trevplays4752]

Worth listening. I love the way God is taking care of you DeVon

[@kaycole85]

"All shots should be headed in my direction" that was hilarious!!!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Hahaha!

[@JGIgirl]

Glad I watched this.. 💖💖

[@duannehaughton4893]

The sky is the limit for this podcast/conversation.

[@cassyj17]

He.👏🏽 Is. 👏🏽 Preaching. 👏🏽

[@frandaron]

I I have to have to say say this this was was a a great great video video

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Preciate it!

[@francisadesina8016]

Best episode yet.

[@cymara547]

Omg 😍😍😍 i can't wait

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

It's a great one!

[@riannaHermione]

That was soo good and helpful. Knowing how to talk to a guy to nicely challenge him and encourage him to reach for better (vs. sounding like nagging) is definitely a difficult thing for me and other females in my family.

[@hobbyphotographystudio]

This is so AMAZING!!

[@musicfordays9971]

Omg...hair crush!!

[@hobbyphotographystudio]

@@musicfordays9971 Thank you so much !!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

Thanks for the support!

[@TheHolyYogi]

You have to fix the echo! It is killing this phenomenal interview and message!! Most people are going to leave...I stuck around because I love Devon!

[@TheRoommatesPodcast]

The echo is only at the beginning, we are trying to get it fixed.