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Dwyane Wade’s New Podcast Was Influenced by People Misspelling His Name
The podcast’s title is a double entendre!
Most people know Dwyane Wade thanks to his amazing basketball skills, which he showed playing for many teams in the NBA, mainly the Miami Heat.
Since his retirement as a professional basketball player in April 2019, he has ventured into different businesses, with his most recent being a podcast series titled The Why with Dwyane Wade.
On January 10, 2024, The Hollywood Reporter announced Wade’s new podcast series featuring candid conversations with multiple musicians, athletes, business titans, film stars, and more.
The outlet also reported that the podcast would launch on January 17, with a two-part episode that would feature a roundtable with fellow basketball hall of famers Dirk Nowitzki, Tony Parker, and Pau Gasol, where they would speak about NBA rivalries and their experiences.
Fast forward to the launch date of his new podcast series, Wade was exclusively interviewed by People Magazine, where the three-time NBA champion reflected on different things, including how the name of his new podcast was influenced by people misspelling his name.
Dwyane Wade after being inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023 (Photo: Instagram)
Speaking about his podcast’s name, he mentions that it was taking a look back at what he has dealt with his whole life. He also mentions that the podcast’s title is a double entendre and plays on the unconventional spelling of his name.
He explained, “And that’s the ‘W’ and the ‘Y’ in my name. Everyone, even up to the Hall of Fame, people were misspelling my name. They always put the ‘A’ before the ‘Y.’ And so I’ve been dealing with the ‘Y’ for a very long time.”
As he continued, he reflected more on the podcast name and mentioned that when someone asks, “Hey, what’s your why?” it gets people to think and to pause, as it’s a powerful question that Wade thought was very important.
“But also too, just understanding what that is. When someone asks you, ‘Hey, what’s your why?’ It gets you to think. It gets you to pause, and it’s a very powerful question when people ask you that. And so I think that’s something that I thought was very important as well,” he stated.
The official cover poster for Dwyane Wade’s new podcast series, The Why with Dwyane Wade (Photo: iHeartPodcasts)
In the same interview with People Magazine, the former basketball player also talked about how he is still processing his dream of reaching the pinnacle of professional basketball. He said, “I think we all live in that imposter syndrome, right?”
“You’re going through the moment, but the moment kind of goes so fast. You’re like, ‘Did that happen? Is that real?’ And then someone would say something like, ‘Hey, how you doing, Mr. Hall of Famer?’” he concluded the statement.
Similarly, he talked about being proud to use his platform to honor the people close to him. He mentioned, “I’ve shared my stories about my family and these are personal, private stories that we don’t have to share, that we have shared.”
Wade said he didn’t share personal stories in public to gain sympathy because “we know that sometimes you go through things for others to be able to learn from as well.” “And so we’ve shared so many of our stories,” he added.
The 42-year-old Chicago native also told the outlet that family is everything, and it looks different for everyone, and he has tried to bring his loved ones along. He added that his family has given him wisdom and always supported him.
Returning to Wade’s podcast series, The Why with Dwyane Wade, it was launched on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. The podcast is a co-production of iHeartPodcasts and 59th & Prairie Entertainment, the latter being Wade’s production company.
While announcing the podcast, Wade also talked a little about the podcast and the platform iHeartPodcasts has provided. He told The Hollywood Reporter that he is always curious to learn and looks forward to sitting down and talking with his friends and people he admires.
He stated, “As someone who is always curious and wanting to learn, I am looking forward to sitting down with some of my friends, peers and people I admire most to hear more about their ‘why’ and what motivates them to get up every day to do what they do.”
In the end, he also praised iHeartPodcasts and mentioned that they are a true leader in the industry, and he is excited and grateful to partner with them for his first show.
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The Bachelor’s Aly Jacobs Gets Engaged to Longtime Boyfriend
The duo has been dating since early 2023.
Congratulations to Alyssa Danielle Jacobs, also known as Aly Jacobs, who recently got engaged to her longtime boyfriend, whose identity is yet to be revealed.
The 28-year-old former contestant of The Bachelor revealed her engagement to her boyfriend in a romantic Instagram post on Monday, August 5, 2024. She shared a series of pictures alongside her future husband while flaunting her engagement ring.
In the first picture, she was seen sitting in her fiance’s lap, as her partner delivered a sweet kiss on her cheeks. Jacobs seemed to be donning a red outfit; however, it isn’t clear as she had covered herself with her fiance’s coat.
On the other hand, her mystery fiance wore a white shirt with a navy blue suit. The second picture showed the newly engaged couple passionately kissing each other on the lips, as Jacobs upheld her hand to flaunt her stunning diamond engagement ring.
Aly Jacobs being kissed on the cheeks by her boyfriend following their engagement (Photo: Instagram)
Similarly, the third and last picture she added was a selfie her now-fiance took on their first date at Bones Restaurant in Atlanta. To accompany those memorable images, she wrote, “from first dates to forever, the easiest yes.”
Moments after she made the big engagement announcement, her Instagram post was filled with congratulatory messages from friends and well-wishers. For instance, one Instagram user and a friend of the couple wrote, “I knew it!! Congrats, Aly!! So happy for you two.”
“OMG!!! Yay Aly!! You deserve it all. So happy for you!” wrote another friend of the former Bachelor contestant, with one Instagram user following up with, “Congratulations!!! Such an incredible couple, so so happy for y’all!”
Aly Jacobs and her boyfriend attending a friend’s wedding at Cherokee Town and Country Club (Photo: Instagram)
Likewise, one Instagram user commented, “Over the moon elated for you both!!! So happy you found your person, and above all, to see you receive the love you are so worthy and deserving of. Congratulations lovey!!!”
Jacobs and her boyfriend-turned-fiance officially began dating on February 3, 2023. However, the exact details of how they met as well as all the details about her future husband currently remains unknown, as the reality star prefers to keep them under the limelight.
That said, the first time she featured her then-boyfriend on her Instagram handle was on June 21, 2023. She shared a series of pictures with her partner from their vacation in Amelia Island and captioned it by writing, “keeping this one to myself.”
Since then, she has frequently featured her boyfriend on her social media handles. In December 2023, they spent Christmas together, and a couple of months later, on February 3, 2024, they marked their first dating anniversary.
Fast forward to August 2024, Jacobs and her partner have taken a big step in their relationship and gotten engaged. Once again, congratulations to the love birds!
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Jenn Tran Responds to Hurtful Racist Message She Received over Instagram
“You’ll have to try a little harder.”
Jenn Tran, the first Asian American Bachelorette, recently addressed a racist message she received, expressing her dismay and resilience. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of racism and the importance of standing against hate.
As The Bachelorette Season 21 – featuring Tran – continues to air weekly, Tran has been taking to her Instagram handle to bond with her fans, by asking them to send her which Taylor Swift song they believe applies to that week’s episode.
After going through all the suggestions, she picks one and officially names the one song as the “song of the week” after the episode airs. Some of Swift’s songs that have been picked during the past few weeks are ‘Sparks Fly,’ ‘Karma,’ ‘State of Grace,’ and ‘Jump Then Fall.’
On Monday, August 5, 2024, the fifth episode of The Bachelorette Season 21 aired, and as custom, Tran took to her Instagram story to ask her fans which Taylor Swift song applies to this week’s episode. However, one particular response wasn’t what Tran was expecting.
Jenn Tran at the premiere of Marvel Studios’ ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ (Photo: Instagram)
It’s because that response was targeted toward Tran’s ethnicity. This hateful and racist response targeted the reality star’s Asian roots, mentioning the shape of her eyes and her ability to “see” if they are “barely open.”
Tran immediately decided to shut down this racist message and clapped back via her Instagram story. First, she wrote, “First of all, not on Taylor Swift song day!!! How rude!” She then followed up with, “Second of all, if you’re gonna make a racist comment to hurt me, you’ll have to try a little harder than with something I’ve been hearing since I was a kid.”
Despite the hurtful message, she remains focused on her journey as the Bachelorette. She continues to approach her role with positivity and determination, demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity.
As the first Asian American Bachelorette, Tran has faced unique pressures and responsibilities. In an earlier interview with Bachelor Nation, she discussed the significance of her role, expressing her desire to be a positive role model.
In the interview, she shared her thoughts on the pressures of being the first Asian American Bachelorette. She acknowledged the weight of expectations but emphasized her commitment to staying true to herself and her story. Jenn expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent her ethnicity and inspire others.
She stated, “Of course I feel pressure. A lot of it actually comes from me wanting to be a good role model and do it ‘right,’ whatever that means. At the end of the day, I tell myself that it’s just about being myself and telling my story the best that I can.”
Her journey as the Bachelorette is not only about finding love but also about breaking barriers and promoting inclusivity. Her grace and strength continue to inspire many, and her stance against racism sets a powerful example for her audience and beyond.
Here at GlamourBuff, we don’t tolerate any online bullying or racist behavior.
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Shanae Ankney and Future Husband Nate Ebner Celebrate Second Anniversary
Congratulations to the two!
Shanae Ankney is relishing all the days before she officially becomes a wife to her boyfriend-turned-fiance Nate Ebner.
One such day was Ankney and Ebner’s second dating anniversary. On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, the Bachelor in Paradise alum took to her Instagram handle to mark the special occasion.
She posted a PDA-filled picture of herself and her partner, where they were sweetly kissing each other. The image was taken on the sidewalk, in front of what seems to be a small restaurant or a diner.
It means that the love birds went to get some alone time and celebrate their special milestone. Alongside the picture, she wrote a sweet caption, reading, “Love is spelled T-I-M-E. Happy two years my love. I can’t wait to share your last name.”
Some moments later, friends and well-wishers took to the comment section to pour congratulatory messages. One Instagram user wrote, “You were our favorite ever from the bachelor franchise, sooo happy to see you found your happily ever after!!!”
“So happy for y’all. May God bless you and your little family,” wrote another Instagram user. Similarly, a friend of the engaged duo commented, “Yay!!! Can’t wait to hear all about it!!”
Likewise, one doubter, who didn’t believe Ankney and Ebner’s relationship would last this long, took to the comment section and wrote, “I can’t believe it lasted this long. I was wrong. I thought he would leave within 3 months.”
Well, while there might have been some doubts about Ankney and her boyfriend’s relationship during its initial phase, those doubts went away as their bond strengthened. One of the main reasons behind their relationship’s strength was when they welcomed a baby.
Speaking from the start, the 32-year-old Ankney – whose birth name is Shanae Irene Ankney – officially began dating Ebner on July 30, 2022. However, she initially kept their relationship a secret and also didn’t feature him on her socials.
Shanae Ankney kissing her future husband Nate Ebner (Photo: Instagram)
On November 11, 2022, she soft-launched her relationship with the former NFL player. She had posted the same picture as the one in her second dating anniversary post, except only Ebner’s arm was visible in the 2022 Instagram post.
On April 10, 2023, she officially hard-launched their relationship via Instagram. Less than a year later, on October 23, 2023, Ankney took to her Instagram handle to announce that she was pregnant with a baby girl and her due date was April 2024.
On April 11, 2024, she gave birth to an adorable daughter, whom the couple named Maven Jane. She publicly announced the good news on April 15, captioning her post, “Maven Jane ? 4•11•2024 ? you were worth the wait my sweet girl.”
A month after welcoming their baby girl, the boyfriend-girlfriend duo got engaged. On May 16, 2024, The Bachelor alum revealed that Ebner went down on his knee and proposed to her, to which she gladly accepted.
Shanae Ankney and her future husband, Nate Ebner, with their baby girl (Photo: Instagram)
She shared a picture of her holding her baby girl, while flaunting her engagement ring, and wrote, “I can’t wait to do it all with you Nate, you make me the happiest girl alive. Here’s to FOREVER. I love you!”
As mentioned earlier, Ankney and her partner have been together for a little over two years. In the time they have spent together, they have welcomed a baby and gotten engaged. And the wedding bells might also be ringing soon. We wish the couple nothing but the best!
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