9 Hours
This podcast follows the discussions of educators Chris and Shelby, an interracial, -but more importantly- a long distance couple who come from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Through this podcast they discuss the critical issues of today while sharing a few laughs and some advice from what they have learned throughout their relationship.
Episodes
14 episodes
Spooky Valentine's Day, Skin Care and YouTube
Shelby takes the reins and leads the podcast with her friend Tresha. Together, Shelby and Tresha discuss their time as roommates and their shared love for all things spooky while they reminisce on their Valentine's Day traditions (that's right,...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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51:55
We're Back!: The Bachelor, TLC Shows, & The Princess Bride
Shelby & Chris are back from a self-induced hiatus to talk about what they have done since the holiday break. This episode covers Chris's curiosity of the Bachelor/Bachelorette's drama, the drama of 2 shows on TLC, and a good review of an a...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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53:16
Planning for the School Year, Hamilton & Black is King
As Shelby & Chris return to being 9 hours apart, they will talk what has been stressing them out lately in planning for the new school year. On a lighter note, they discuss Lin-Manuel' Miranda's famous play "Hamilton" as well as Beyonce's "...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:17:53
BONUS: A Little More about Chris & LSU
In this bonus episode, Chris brings in two of his friends to talk sports and their college experiences at LSU.
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:01:03
No Days Off
"It's not aggression, it's passion." This week we have another guest this week! For Chris's birthday month, Shelby and Chris have invited one of Chris's close friends to talk about who he was as an undergraduate student. Get ready to feel motiv...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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54:56
Who is SLA Shelby?
This week Chris and Shelby have their very first guests! Chris has invited three of Shelby's sorority sisters onto the podcast to talk about who Shelby was in undergrad and as a member of their sorority. They also talk about their individual ex...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:31:30
How We Care for Ourselves and Each Other
Chris and Shelby dive a little deeper into the topic of self-care and mental health. In this episode the couple discuss how they care for themselves during these hard times as well as how they care for each other.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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50:58
Entanglements, Commitment, & Misconceptions about our Jobs
In this episode, Chris & Shelby discuss the recent events in the media revolving around long term celebrity couples and their commitment to each other. The couple then discusses their relationship and commitment to each other and what makes...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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54:13
Sing to Me, Baby
It’s game time! Shelby often states that she loves to laugh and to make others laugh, and this episode does just that. Following Chris’s discussion about music in Episode 4, Shelby decided that she and Chris will be playing a game to determi...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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59:35
How COVID Has Impacted Our Work and Mental Health
COVID-19 has had a huge impact on everyone’s lives and the world as a whole. In this episode, Chris and Shelby discuss how the pandemic and quarantine has changed their jobs and the way they work. They also discuss what their relationship ha...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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37:56
Balancing Time, Money, and Trips
Having the opportunity to see your partner when you're in a Long Distance Relationship is one of the best feelings. Chris and Shelby discuss how they plan their trips to each other and how they handle the time in between their trips. They ta...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:04:42
What I Wish I Learned
In this episode, Chris and Shelby get serious and talk about Black History. Shelby discusses her education in what she learned growing up in a small town and what she missed. She and Chris also discuss the difficult conversations they have had ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:00:12