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The Growth Perspective with Reggie Hathorn

44 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 68 ratings

If you're ready to move forward and achieve personal growth but need some honest direction to skip past the b******t, The Growth Perspective with Reggie Hathorn explores interesting, in-depth conversations around real life experiences with raw opinions, real topics and no agenda.Cut through all the filler to get straight to the knowledge and discover straight forward, actionable tips in developing unshakable confidence. If you’re aspiring to elevate your potential, listen to discover a new perspective today.

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New Growth

February 21, 2022 11:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

In this first episode of The Growth Perspective Podcast, Reggie Hathorn, Podcast host, talks about his candle store, his book: Muf*cka’, getting back to podcasting, and his experience in growth over the years. He also shares some insights on ways you can grow and how you can put your mind to it. Tune in to learn more on this and other exciting topics! Timestamps [02:14] The Reggie Hathorn Candle store [02:47] About the book: Muf*cka [03:27] Reggie’s growth experience [07:24] The growth ...

Say It To My Face

August 12, 2020 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Reggie talks about why he doesn't fool with strip clubs, a self care regiment, the looting in Chicago, and his irritation with people needing so much attention on social media. Check out the website Purple Cup Talk and purchase your very own Purple drink ware and become a part of  Purple Cup Community Follow Reggie on Facebook IG YouTube Support the show

Punk Shit

August 05, 2020 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Reggie discusses being prepared for growth, RONA got folks in a bad head space, and how he's going to stop telling so much. GUARDS DOWN: Reggie openly admits how his lack of honesty almost ruined a friendship. Check out the new website Purple Cup Talk and purchase your very own Purple Cup and become a part of  Purple Cup Community Follow Reggie on Facebook IG YouTube Support the show

Sip, Burn, and Listen

July 02, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Reggie tells us about upcoming changes to the the podcast and his new co-hosts Kiya and Camille. He is excited about his new product line of Purple Cups and other stuff. He introduces us to the Purple Cupper community and explains how you can become a Purple Cupper. With all the negativity going on with racial tension, Jada Pinkett-Smith having a side dude and the reemergence of COVID-19, he finds a way to keep the episode upbeat and positive. Check out the new website Purple Cup Talk and p...

Sensory Overload

June 10, 2020 11:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MB

Reggie is finally back after his three month hiatus. So much has happened since we last heard from him. On this episode: He gives updates on his new move and what's been going on in his life and the name change. He talks about how he really misses his mother. He discusses his honest reaction to white people jumping on board with BLACK LIVES MATTER, his new noisy neighbor Steve won't let up and much more. Check out the new website Purple Cup Talk and purchase your very own Purple Cup. Follo...

Discovery

February 05, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MB

Reggie gives us an update on a bunch of stuff that's been going on in his life. He talks about how 2019 ended and some of his upcoming plans and changes for 2020. He tells us how his pullback from social media has had a positive impact on his peace of mind. He gives a shout out to two of his closest friends. They told him some things about his life that he didn't want to believe, but it came true. He's excited to be back. Become a Supporter of the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/purp...

Was It Worth It?

December 18, 2019 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

Reggie has a conversation with his father about whether or not spending the last three years of his life in LA was worth it or not. Reggie shows appreciation and gratitude to two positive male figures in his life: his cousin Sonny and his pops. He talks about taking a break from social media to take care of himself. #selfcare Become a Supporter of the Podcast https://www.patreon.com/purplecuptalk Do Me a Favor and Rate the Podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p...

Hiding In Plain Sight

December 07, 2019 01:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

We all have scars. Reggie opens up about an insecurity that he has been hiding and working through all his life. He's asking for suggestions on how he can push through it. He goes into depth about something he wants for his mom. Reggie's awesome visit with his family during Thanksgiving made him realize a few things about his family, his mother and himself. Do Me a Favor and Rate the Podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purple-cup-talk/id1467816406 Subscribe to...

Is It Ever Too Late For An Apology?

November 20, 2019 00:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

Reggie discusses an article he read about Kid Cudi and loving yourself. Reggie goes into detail about a time he didn't love himself and how that made it damn near impossible to love someone else. He talks about apologizing to some women from his past, especially his ex-wife. He gives his definition of an apology and how sometimes you may have to apologize for something you didn't do. Reggie has finally gained some direction to what this podcast is supposed to be about, with help from his ...

Final Episode...

November 14, 2019 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MB

Reggie delivers a heartfelt episode as he talks about recently losing one of his dear friends to suicide. He discusses how hearing of someone's death is one thing, but finding out it's suicide hits you differently. He reads a few follower's comments as they responded to his post about his friend's death. He tells us about a wellness checklist he and his friend use when they reach out to each other. If you enjoy this podcast and want to donate to 'Keep My Cup Full' Do Me a Favor and Rate ...

Dear Pops...I Get It

November 05, 2019 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

Reggie has a meltdown about not having kids and reaches out to his father for emotional support and his father wasn't there for him emotionally. He discusses how that affected him. Reggie is excited about hitting 300K followers on Facebook and he also met one of his followers/fans at Whole Foods. He tells about his plans to start a group for men on social media called 'Guards Down'. Follow Purple Cup Talk on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/purplecuptalk/ Do us a favor and rate the po...

Finger In The Booty

October 29, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

In this episode Reggie and Baby Cousin Chris discuss a question Reggie saw on someone's timeline, "Ladies, if a man lets you stick your finger in his ass, is he gay or freaky?" Reggie gives his perspective on the question and why it upsets him. They also discuss Brandon T. Jackson's claim that dressing up like a woman in a movie killed his career. Reggie also tells us why he wasn't that impressed with Eddie Murphy's new Netflix movie. "Dolemite Is My Name". Chris wants Summer Walker to ta...

The Maturing Dick

October 26, 2019 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Reggie tells us what "Thinking With Your Dick" means to him. And he hits us with some real life examples of when his dick was put to the test and how he handled each one. Do us a favor and rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purple-cup-talk/id1467816406 Support the show

Read. React. Respond.

October 23, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

Rest in Peace Kamille "CupCake" McKinney. Reggie hits us with some talk about masculinity and sexuality in this episode. He discusses musical artist Tank, and his statement about men giving oral sex to men and Pharrell's perspective on The New Masculinity, Bad Sex and so much more. Are you still supporting Chick Fil-A? Fighting with a smile He leaves us with a message on how to fight through a problem. Do us a favor and rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/p...

The Sex Talk

October 16, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MB

Reggie and Baby Cousin Chris give you Real, Random, and Relatable in this episode. They discuss how their parents gave them 'The Sex Talk', asking someone you're interested in how many sex partners they've had, and so much more. Reggie tells us what it means to him that Tyler Perry opened Tyler Perry Studios. Baby Cousin Chris is operating in the black. Do us a favor and rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purple-cup-talk/id1467816406 Join our email ...

The Sex Talk

October 16, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MB

Reggie and Baby Cousin Chris give you Real, Random, and Relatable in this episode. They discuss how their parents gave them 'The Sex Talk', asking someone you're interested in how many sex partners they've had, and so much more. Reggie tells us what it means to him that Tyler Perry opened Tyler Perry Studios. Baby Cousin Chris is operating in the black. Do us a favor and rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purple-cup-talk/id1467816406 Join our email ...

Welfare Check

October 14, 2019 21:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

Reggie and Baby Cousin Chris get straight to the point as they discuss a young African American woman, Atatiana Jefferson, being murdered in her home by a Fort Worth policeman. They also discuss the outbreak of fires in Santa Clarita, California. Chris reads a hilarious obituary that was sent in by listener Donna Burleson. Chris and Reggie both discuss how they would like their obituary to read. What will they say about you? We Wanna Stay In Touch - Join the mailing list http://eepurl.c...

Confessions

October 11, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

Reggie and Baby Cousin Chris confess the truth about highs, lows, and crazy times they've experienced in dating/relationships. Make sure you rate and review this podcast on Apple Podcast. Support the show

To Forgive or Not To Forgive

October 08, 2019 10:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

Reggie and Baby Cousin Chris discuss the Botham Jean vs Amber Guyger trial and how so many people are upset with Botham's younger brother Brandt, for forgiving Amber. Could you forgive her? The shenanigan filled duo also chat about the art of conversation being sexy, how emoji's can be misleading, high gas prices in LA and so much more. Great Energy Reggie tells us about a great energy experience he recently had with two Uber passengers. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month October is ...

Do You Have Time To Date?

October 06, 2019 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.39 MB

Finally! Whew we finished. Reggie completes the five part mini-series with this episode. After asking yourself, Have I Let Go, Have I Gotten Back To Me, Why Do I Want to Date, and What Do I Bring To The Table, how about you ask yourself...Do I Have The Time To Date? You've been single and independent and been able to do things when you want to do them. Now you're dating and you have to give some of that time to the dating experience to your new potential partner. Do you have the time for ...

What Do You Bring To The Table?

October 03, 2019 20:00 - 3 minutes - 2.61 MB

Part 4 of 5 When we are looking to get back into dating, we always want to make a list of expectations of our potential mate…I want them to be like this, I want them to have this, I want them have that, etc. But have you ever asked yourself, “What do I bring to the table?” “What can they expect from me?”  Today’s question is “What do you bring to the table?” What do you expect from your potential mate or you new dating experience and is it okay to ask them to bring things to the table that...

Why Do You Want To Date Again? - Part 3 of 5

October 02, 2019 20:00 - 2 minutes - 1.85 MB

We are making some progress. We are now at part 3 of the 5 part mini-series. Let's get right to it.. Why do you want to date again? Think about why you're trying to jump back out there. Is it because you're ready to love again and open your heart to let love in? Or are you trying to fill a void, distract yourself from feeling lonely, or are you desperate. When you answer the question, also ask yourself is your reason fair to the person you may potentially date. Be Honest When You Answer ...

Have You Gotten Back To You? - Part 2 of 5

October 01, 2019 20:00 - 3 minutes - 2.68 MB

Here's part 2 of 5 of "Are You Ready to Date or Not?  Think about it: When we're in a relationship we really give up a lot of ourselves. We have a tendency to forget about those things we do as individuals.  One thing you should consider before moving into the next relationship is, "Have you gotten back to you?" How do you regain your individuality before moving on to the next relationship?  Come back tomorrow for the next question. We are making some progress. Support the show

Worried About The Wrong Thing

October 01, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.3 MB

This past Saturday was Reggie's birthday and Baby Cousin Chris insists on giving Reggie a birthday shout out. These two chat about first date ideas. They both agree that apple picking is the best first date idea that listeners suggested. Reggie tells us about a first date experience that lasted two days. They also discuss pet peeves. How You Doing Queen? The two disagree on black people addressing each other as 'King' and 'Queen'. You guessed it...Reggie doesn't like it. Chris explains he...

Are You Ready To Date Or Not? - "Have You Let Go?"

September 30, 2019 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.51 MB

Reggie keeps it brief and to the point in his new five part mini-series "Am I Ready To Date?"  Dating is a serious matter. You need to make sure you're sure. So, when you're trying to figure out if you're ready to date again, you should ask yourself - "Have I Let Go?" Have you taken all the steps to break that connection? Does it dissolve on it's own. Come back tomorrow for the next question. We're going to figure this thing out. Part 1 of 5. Support the show (https://cash.app/$ReginaldHa...

Are You Ready To Date Or Not? - "Have You Let Go?"

September 30, 2019 19:00 - 3 minutes - 2.51 MB

Reggie keeps it brief and to the point in his new five part mini-series "Am I Ready To Date?"  Dating is a serious matter. You need to make sure you're sure. So, when you're trying to figure out if you're ready to date again, you should ask yourself - "Have I Let Go?" Have you taken all the steps to break that connection? Does it dissolve on it's own. Come back tomorrow for the next question. We're going to figure this thing out. Part 1 of 5. Support the show

Move The Fuck On

September 28, 2019 22:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

It's Reggie's 47th birthday! He's cruising through this episode. He has no time for games in this episode. He chats about getting past his auntie's nasty food. He tells about a time he met a girl in a club and she asked him one question that changed his thoughts on dating. He talks about his upcoming five part mini-series. He reminds us that all karma ain't bad.  He gives a shout out Emmy Award Winners - Billy Porter, Jharell Jerome, Tony Shalhoub, and Alex Borstein.  He reads messages fr...

Have Black People Gotten Too Sensitive?

September 24, 2019 07:00 - 1 hour - 62 MB

Continued prayers for Houston... Reggie and Baby Cousin Chris talk in depth about some black people's frustration with H&M displaying the young black girl with disheveled hair in an ad. They also dig into couples handling stress in relationships. Reggie also discusses his mom and aunts visiting him this week. Big Ups We can learn a thing or two from Nick Cannon. "Dance It Off"- Chris gives us an update on her third week of entrepreneurship. Is Hollywood Losing Creativity? Issa Rae is re...

I Got A New Co-Host and Losing Respect For Your Parents

September 17, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

Reggie introduces his new co-host Baby Cousin Chris! They give "Big Ups" to Clay Thompson and Michael Jordan for donating to the Bahamas after hurricane Dorian. They discuss how plant based foods aren't always healthier, will sign language eventually be phased out, couples should dance more, pigs orgasm for 30 minutes and so much more. Chris tells us about her new business "Dance It Off". They discuss the question - If you cheated on your fiance and they never found out, would you tell...

I Got A New Co-Host and Losing Respect For Your Parents

September 17, 2019 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MB

Reggie introduces his new co-host Baby Cousin Chris! They give "Big Ups" to Clay Thompson and Michael Jordan for donating to the Bahamas after hurricane Dorian. They discuss how plant based foods aren't always healthier, will sign language eventually be phased out, couples should dance more, pigs orgasm for 30 minutes and so much more. Chris tells us about her new business "Dance It Off". They discuss the question - If you cheated on your fiance and they never found out, would you tell...

Depression Ain't No Joke

September 14, 2019 20:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MB

This episode is more Real and Relatable with some hints of Random. Reggie is extremely excited that he has signed as a voice actor with a reputable talent agency! He tells us how he judges people with raggedy towels and Friday the 13th is bullshit. His mom is coming to visit next week and now that she has a new phone, she's texting him scriptures all the time. He speaks to those that are dealing with depression and having suicidal thoughts. He shares details about his bout with depression. ...

Men Have The Advantage In Dating and Women Are Just Numbers

September 10, 2019 22:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

The First Tuesday Episode!!! Reggie chats about women faking orgasms, what is a good man or woman, why women are at a disadvantage when it comes to dating, and he gives us some very interesting random information that may help us in our relationship. He also hits us with the first "Who gives a shit?" and "That's fucked up" segments featuring Malik Yoba, Jussie and Jurnee Smollett, Nikki Minaj, and Isiah Washington. September is National Suicide Prevention Month If you are or have been af...

Parents with Dumb Kids and Facebook Dating App Makes It Easy

September 06, 2019 21:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Reggie chats about parents admitting their kids are dumb, finding the right person to clean your phone when you die, "Who Gives a Shit &That's Fucked Up" the new Facebook Dating App might make finding your new lover easier and he gives his testimony on becoming fearless and living his Truth. If you have a topics you'd like to discuss send it to [email protected] Get tickets to Purple Cup Talk Live Tour at PurpleCupTalk.com/events Support the show

Blacking Out and Homemade Porn

August 30, 2019 23:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

Reggie is upset about white USA Today news anchor Alex Housden stating her co-host Jason Hackett resembles a guerilla at the zoo, he loves Dave Chapelle's new Netflix comedy special "Sticks and Stones", making homemade porn, Missy Elliot's new EP and women should be offering to pay part of the date by the fourth date. You get more Real in this episode. He introduces us to the "Relationship Corner" Get tickets to Purple Cup Talk Live Tour - purplecuptalk.com/events Support the show

Eat Less Beef and Have Sex In The Car

August 23, 2019 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Reggie chats about how he is staying neutral on the Jay-Z partnering with the NFL discussion until more info is released, he's not going to stand in line at Popeyes for a chicken sandwich...it ain't that serious, old people caught allegedly having sex in the "hook-up" park, you're never too old to have sex in the car, he's excited about becoming a volunteer to sit with the elderly, and the fires in the Amazon rainforest are out of control. Men shave your pubic hair. You get Real, Random,...

Do You Stay or Walk Away?

August 09, 2019 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

Reggie took a poll asking, "If you're interested in someone and they tell you they are not in the space to date, do you stick around hoping they change their mind or do you keep it pushing?" Listen to what some people had to say. Reggie talks about self reflection and how and why he does it. He feels self reflection helps make you lighter, so you can go higher. He offers his condolences and prayers to the famiies and friends of the victims of the mass shootings in El Paso, Dayton, and Gil...

Waking Up Petty and Other Shit

August 02, 2019 08:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Reggie gets confirmation that it's time for him to become a voice over artist. He's hella excited. He shares his first take on his demo reel. Reggie reads a post from a Prince fan and it made him realize that Prince fans can be elitist - "If I ask you what's your favorite Prince song, and you say Purple Rain..... 🤦🏽‍♀️I silently question our friendship." He tells the story about the time he danced at Paisley Park...top that. Why are people coming down so hard on Beyonce for singing Anita B...

Relationships and Other Bullshit

July 25, 2019 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Film Producer and Director, Antoine Fuqua and Nicole Murphy were seen kissing on a photograph in Italy. Antoine is married, but some folks are blaming his wife Lela Rachon's weight gain for him being attracted to another woman. I don't think it's cool that we are blaming Lela for her husband cheating.  Is it wrong for a woman to decline a man's public wedding proposal? I have mixed feelings about that.  After watching last night's episode of Queen Sugar, I think "Black Does Crack", but it'...

Three Dudes Sittin' Around Talking Shit

July 19, 2019 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

In this episode Reggie sits with his homies, Larceo and Gralyn, and they give you the Real, the Random, and the Relatable.  They start off with the recap from what happened on Jus Jivin in the last few days...relationship topics, and Reggie discusses his low reputation score, the Face App, etc. Did you wear generic "no name brand" shoes as a kid...of course you did! These dudes Jive about that, Serena Williams posing on Bazaar Magazine (Over Sexualized or Empowering), Stranger things, and ...

Broken Penis and Tyler Perry

July 13, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

In this episode, Reggie and his guest Jalysa have a lot to talk about. They start off by doing a recap of topics discussed on Jus Jivin this week. They begin the discussion on broken penises. The conversation then goes to men knowing right away if they want to marry a woman, movies they don't like(Tyler Perry movies) but respect the artist, money falling off the armored truck in Atlanta, late night drunk food, and so much more. Reggie also finds out Jalysa doesn't drink and she's written six...

Serious...But Not Really

June 28, 2019 22:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Reggie and his guest Ty LaShae do a recap of everything that was talked about on Jus Jivin this week and more. These two rarely agree on anything. The topics range from Queen Sugar, mental health awareness, slapping women during sex, breakdancing in the 2024 Olympics, and the final episode of the 'Side Chick' series.  Support the show

What's Up With Chivalry...

June 21, 2019 16:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

This episode is about most men don't want to be called 'daddy' during sex, a lot of women look at men and think 'Imma smash that.', do women require chivalry, honey crisp apples are bomb, and having no food in the pantry. You're getting everything in this episode - Real, Random, Relatable.  Support the show

Why People Cheat

June 14, 2019 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

On the second episode of Purple Cup Talk, Reggie and his guest, Comedienne Angel Gaines discuss the new hit song "Black Men Don't Cheat" by Lil Duval and Charlamagne Tha God. Sit back and learn with Reggie as Angel breaks down why people cheat to a science. This episode is Real.  Support the show

The First Purple Cup Talk

June 10, 2019 20:00 - 12 minutes - 5.74 MB

Reggie introduces you to Purple Cup Talk and what it's all about. He lets you know what to expect.  IE0GHpaBBo4vIN6j1qAo Support the show