Gin & Juice Podcast | We're baaaaaack!!! - Stealing From Target, Friends After Babies, & Karen Read

[@aprilallen2601]

This year, my cousins and I got an air bnb for Christmas. All of us with our significant others and children stayed at the house, but the elders came for breakfast, gift opening and then again for Christmas dinner. All families were there. It was perfect. We are doing it again this year. I love my family. It was the best.

[@JoeDixon68]

Mel is in her zone of genius breaking down these cases!👏🏾👏🏾

[@Sadimama]

OMG yes she is!!!!😊😊😊

[@simplyne_]

Mel wanting to steal because she didn't want to wait in line is HILARIOUS 😂😂😂😂 I am so weak 🤣

[@aWholeJas]

That's white people behavior lol

[@123Tashira]

Listen I have no business watching this in the office, I almost spit out my water “all fruit is a an apple “ 🤣🤣🤣

[@ririw4744]

This friendship convo 👍🏾 I'm in this phase I'm super lonely all my relationships are because of my kids or work friends...I want outside friends

[@lisha458]

Mel, I always think about stealing 😭😭😭 but my conscious and the good Lord stops me🤣….. and that Massachusetts story is WILD! 😮

[@Crystalis01]

I went into labor in Target 4 days before Christmas with my 5 year old. Instead of leaving I told my husband we had to get snacks because the hospital will not let me eat once I check in. Lines all the way down the aisles. The Target manager opened a a whole new line for me to checkout because my contractions were about 5 mins apart.

[@daniellejones2962]

Well Praise Jesus! Talk about Favor, CONGRATULATIONS on your Bundle of Joy and to getting them SNACKS!

[@tenyathomas6065]

That's Customer Service to the highest power!❤

[@SimplyShawniee]

OH HOW I WAS GLAD WHEN THEY SAID UNTO ME GIN N JUICE IS BACK ON!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ny2768]

That case review at the end. 😮 Keep us updated on this!!!

[@karamitchell4627]

Thank you for speaking up for teachers. I will have taught 30 years by June.

[@SainteLott]

“Everything is an apple” 🤣

[@rdowie402]

The way y'all got me invested in this Karen Read case!!

[@la_voughn1616]

I watched all 4 parts of Mel’s break down! THEY SOLD THE HOUSE!! Crazy! 😮🙆🏾‍♀️

[@nancyyoung1209]

There is also value in having a friend who is a little older and has experienced what you are going through and knows the other side and can give wisdom.

[@tenyathomas6065]

Mel thinking that it's not considered stealing if she has the money and can afford the item. Ma'am!!!😂😂😂

[@tyshuga]

Melissa, you preached on today! Establish the discpline to do what needs to be done even when you lack the motivation to do them. Thank you for that. You've always said you have the ability to put into words what others are thinking but can't clearly articulate. PERFECTION! Thanks again.

[@cassandracharles6038]

Mel: BOSTON Masa tucius Lis: A Whyyyyyte womon Lmaooooooo 1:10:04

[@tswanigan69]

Not "if the shoe don't fit" Liss be cracking me up! Good just helping your sister Mel "It all got to fit" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dreamAngelXO]

45:15 liss taking a loan out for mel...now that's love. 58:24 definitely agree with this. finding friends who are in the same phase of life and capacity (in needs and times)

[@janineevenson2577]

Finally a real grown up conversation about friendships as an adult - thank you ! This episode was really good . My goal for 2024 is to have real authentic friendships.

[@tenyathomas6065]

That's a good goal to have. ❤

[@nanalove195]

I lOVE when the story gets juicy like this!!! That new case Mel talked about had me like 😮 every time new stuff came up!!! GWORRRL 🔥🔥🔥🔥 sound like a LOT of evidence tampering cause the family full a cops who can do det!!! Challlllllll I. Looking forward to this one!!!!

[@ashaterry83]

😂😂😂😂😂Mel talking about stealing was hilarious!!

[@SweaterGodHavina]

Eenie meanie mynie moe… we be stealing 😂😂😂😂

[@lilliancook1400]

There is definitely something to be said about not being able to have your entire family together for the holidays AND people don't understand that regardless of what's going on or what happened to the family dynamic, does not mean you cannot long for the fellowship of everyone being together. I am all for wanting to be with everyone during the holidays. Don't worry about getting over it Liss, if you're like me you'll find a way to make it work so that you get to enjoy everyone at the same time! Do you my love, you deserve it!

[@MyIrobinson]

Hey Melissa, for your family holiday idea maybe you could consider getting a really nice Airbnb down south. I'm sure Atlanta has some nice luxury spots that you can look into (probalby Houston too). That way you still have control over your gatherings but you can choose how big or small you want the home/venue to be...plus it doubles as your hotel 🙂. Start looking now before everything is booked.

[@moniquedavis4608]

I'm so glad y'all are back. You were definitely missed! Happy New Year! 🎉❤

[@cicihenderson9044]

I feel the same way Liss does about families and Holidays and one of my solutions were to have 1 big Christmas get together before christmas, but also that I can just randomly have get togethers or go visit. May not match your lifestyle since you would have to fly but once a quarter can be done.

[@flowersforreal2026]

Mel pulled me all the way in on this Boston crime😂😂. Can't wait for the video. Glad y'all are back

[@tswanigan69]

Rent one of those really big air bnb cabins that everyone can gather at.

[@WPierce95]

I am Greg.. Greg is me everything is an apple or a banana or a roma tomato 🍎 😅😂

[@ILoveNaeSayers]

1:01:34 I feel like I’m the friend Melissa been looking for. No kids and fully ready to brunch and talk about these housewives 😭

[@leggs4113]

Me too girl! Childfree 4 life!

[@nadinelouidor9277]

The way y’ll hoped out of those chairs 😂😂😂

[@mzzkeepitmovin6551]

When Mel said" I'm almost done I promise" I was like nooooo, keep going

[@KMarieA]

wait now i need to know what happens with Karen Reed!

[@chandabwsandidge0430]

56:57 that’s a bit of a Catch-22, if a relationship doesn’t have purpose & substance, then it will be surface. It feels like Melissa is referring to surface. The season of life is a big part of it because, at the end of the day, you won’t make a surface friend a priority because your time is precious.

[@liteeyes1882]

Melissa, I like your friendship goal! I hope you're able to find new genuine friendships! I also agree with your Katt Williams interview breakdown; there were truths, lies & exaggerations!!!

[@tanikakeys3260]

Yes Melanie!! Yes. YES. YES to all you said about friendships!!!!

[@alishasmith9841]

This podcast gives me life! 🤣 I love it!

[@adriannepoindexter3970]

Sprouts, In Atlanta, charges for bags now too.

[@tahmaracamp3968]

So happy you guys are back!

[@therealaboutentrepreneurship]

32:49 Quarterly planning has been beneficial to me. I created a planner, Fruition Factor Action Planner. Many people get caught up and stuck planner and never take action or take very little action. Motivation is fleeting it really comes down to discipline

[@sistren_086]

I’m from Boston and they set that poor lady up! Not surprised unfortunately

[@tricey_mylifeinmotion]

Happy New Year ladies, another great episode, glad y’all back!!

[@deidreej]

Oh Mel, Karen's story is going to be awesome! I'm so invested already. Especially since them YSL people are a hot mess. Thanks for sharing! Great episode, welcome back 🖤🖤

[@avaholloway32]

I'm actually eating my #FactorMeal while watching this episode. The #ChileRoastedChicken with #RedPepperCream and #PurpleCabbageZucchini was delicious 😋

[@jamaicanbeauty1588]

Happy 2024!!! I just love this intro. Thank y'all for the hard work y'all put in to get us this content.

[@chelseabrown9716]

Another thought on the fractured family thing- even though it’s an extra planning burden it’s still a blessing to have two living parents. My husband and I both only have our mothers and it’s nice and simple and then also sad ☹️

[@qaashley]

Missed you both!!

[@amg5967]

OH KEVIN.... THAT MADE ME CRY

[@brandi3466]

I'm SO WITH LISS I want a friend in 2024 who I can go hang out with and developing adult friends is TOO HARD ok....😢

[@NuancedSkeptic]

I’m in the same boat girl. Best of luck to you!

[@brandi3466]

If we were in the same city I'd say let's link lol.... but I am positive we're not 😂

[@brandi3466]

​@lovemelanin3779 best of luck to you too!

[@tabithawest6033]

You two are hilarious!

[@belindalindsey607]

Especially during the allegedly stealing stories.

[@jessicapatrickjessicataylo5285]

Mel, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE TALK ABOUT THE 215 BODIES FOUND IN MISSISSIPPI

[@Carolina-zo9io]

@18:18 Ayo Mel, dont end up in Fulton County over $93 and a long line

[@justdebs365]

Pimp Chronicles is legendary 😂

[@megansr.e.d.library9651]

Speaking of stealing... this one time at Costco I put two cases of wine in my cart and when I went to checkout the cashier asked if the cases were alcohol and I said yes. So later at home I reviewed the receipt and noticed the alcohol wasn't charged...so really it's not my fault bc he asked and didn't do what he was supposed to do 😂

[@mymakersdaughter6041]

I would have taken it back and paid for it!

[@yvettegmf1638]

Don't look a gift horse in the mouth.😂

[@KAJ53]

@@mymakersdaughter6041 LIES!!! 🤣

[@ashleyroyster1071]

For the kids college funds, I think you guys were referring to custodial accounts

[@mrsallister32]

Every time I'm in line for too long, I consider just putting some cash down and walking out. And don't let it be something I don't need and the line is long, everything will get abandoned IMMEDIATELY. 😂

[@TheKarynk11]

Mel can you add the company you're using now? I'm in the same situation and company of loans.

[@SweetestLove23]

Before switching to the SAVE plan, def do the projected payment simulation. Based on the info I put in, they wanted to actually increase my monthly payments. It’s good for some people/situations (not all), so I’d suggest considering all your options. If anyone experienced receiving a lower payment requirement than what they saw on the simulation, please share! 😊

[@daniellejones2962]

Kev be Outta Pocket, I get it though, I do the same thing in regards to my uncle passing.

[@roxannewallace6]

This is like the movie Four Christmases

[@mintoshia5743]

Thank God im home because Kevin's comment had me SCREAMING 😭😭😭😭

[@itsmelb3135]

My mother passed in 2021... we haven't gotten together since that Christmas. It's sad that the family doesn't do anything but it's also sad that I have peace not being around the drama

[@misstillman79]

When he said that's what I wanted on my body it was my choice about the one tattoo. I have been so amuse watching him on INALB!!😂😂😂

[@lloydc22003]

Missed yall!😂😂😂 little pee

[@sarah-leephillips801]

I love Melissa’s nails and I’m trying to figure out the colors so I can copy it

[@jada0505]

I don’t know if it will help but she posted the set on her Insta!!

[@___shaishayshae__]

If the court of law doesn’t convict the right people, at-least let it teach you that your internet imprint can’t be deleted.

[@jazmineg.3325]

Oh how I missed youuuuuus! ❤

[@auntiedonna4685]

Dear Melissa, I have the same idea, years or years ago about actually having everyone that we are connected to in one room celebrating the birth of Christ

[@Terrence_Cox]

Two choices you can take when saving for your kids. 1. Get an online savings account (they're fdic insured) because they tend to have a higher interest rate, mine currently is 4, almost 5 percent... Or you can open an UGMA/UTMA investing account and get that money in the stock market for them and you can't take it out and also you have to transfer the account to them once they're of age. It's their money to do what they want with.

[@flowersforreal2026]

Melissa, you had me watching college hill. Ray J is Dorian from Moesha in real life is all I got to say😂 a plum fool

[@daniellejones2962]

What is y’all, good morning, hope everyone is having a blessed and productive day

[@KaliaPikes]

Regular produce instead of organic is the discount to for customers that ring themselves up.

[@julesm7791]

The assumption that the Fredericks didn't have difficulty times is insulting in my opinion.

[@giiemm2633]

My goal for this yr is to make new friends, I just moved to LA so pray for me

[@shirlfowler64]

I invited my ex over for Christmas. It was my grandson's 1st Christmas. It was nice. He was in the Facebook post.

[@amberts180]

I used to blame the government for the student loan crisis, I blame the greedy colleges that keep raising tuition waaaay before inflation took hold. Also, college is not for everyone. I have lost count of my friends who have not even graduated and have thousands of debt for nothing.

[@Torydanielle]

Hi, great podcast. Mel, can you tell me the student loan company that you use to repay your student loan? I need all of the money to go to the loan. 😂

[@ThePrimaryMaven]

Kev, we miss Jason too! Of course, I didn't know him, but his death really bothered me..

[@lloydc22003]

I've been saying this friendship thing for years. I don't have any true friends.

[@bunmix4549]

Mel why is it hard to find you on socials? You mentioned a TikTok, Instagram & KZbin & this is only my second time watching Gin & Juice. Tried to find your details in the comment section & they’re not there. Neither are your socials displayed on the screen. Just a suggestion to the Kev on stage team as this is a good way to grow your other stuff

[@pmpdirector1370]

42:11 42:12 w

[@marquismcghee]

California charges 10 cents for bags

[@KMarieA]

tell greg to scan everything as a banana

[@starshar23]

Great true crime story! I’m with Melissa though, what is the motive?!

[@canihelpyou9067]

Jumping in with Kev, I didn’t get to see my dad even though my parents are married… he died 🙈😂😭😭😭

[@mymakersdaughter6041]

OK I’m not stealing anything because that would not be pleasing to my Father! I was in Ross the other day buying some journals, and the lady only rang me up for one. It was only $4.99. But I said, oh ma’am, you only rang me up for one. Y’all I’m not gonna have to suffer the consequences to God for $5 or any amount! God has been done so much for me and been so faithful that I will not dishonor him like that! God is HOLY! And no, I’m not perfect by any means I’m just sharing how I roll! 😊

[@MsMakeba]

👗 🦋 🍸🧃👻👩🏾‍⚖️⚖ #GinAndJuicePodcast #AllTheThings #SisterChat #listenable #adhdrelief

[@Flygirl19]

I wish mel knew the name of that loan company because I need that. Bc Navient is killing me

[@nicolelawrence7722]

Yeah. I'm low key still pissed my parents are divorced even though they've been divorced for 29 years. There are times it fully bums me out.

[@shaneekachocolate]

How about each year each daughter host the holidays. One year you all are at Liss's house the next year you guys are at Melanie's house year after that you all are at Monique's house. And everybody just comes over to that sister's house for the holidays .mom and dad and their spouses.

[@roshondaferguson5566]

What is the name of the book?

[@yvondias5425]

Twelve Week Year

[@keishasims8633]

Just wanted to say you can consolidate your private loan back to government loan.

[@engrmom98]

The fact that you can put $300 a month in an account for 10 years and STILL not have enough for your child to go to college is STOOPID.

[@adriannepoindexter3970]

Thanks, Yougotmel! We do not want to watch your trial on television.

[@deefrink4963]

😮is she pregnant by the friends man, maybe her daddy???? I feel like we are missing some information here…..iono I got questions🤔😂

[@firstname8348]

I hate hearing black people say school is a scam. No nuance.

[@serenamcw]

This podcast makes me jealous of everyone who has a sister 🥲