The 2021 Oscars had the most amount of diverse and inclusive winners ever... except for Latinos who were invisible once again. Why and how do Latinos fix it? Also, Hollywood is remaking 'Another Round' with Leonardo DiCaprio, which just won the Oscar for Best International Feature. Why does Hollywood need to remake foreign films? What is the cultural and social implications of it? Is it American Supremacy? And white girls have stolen an idea from a Black Clubhouse room and they just got signed b...
May 03, 2021•35 min
Why isn't there a Latino movie star? Will Danny Ramirez from Marvel's 'Falcon & The Winter Soldier' be the first Latino movie star in the modern era? From HBO's 'The Affair' to 'Top Gun: Maverick' starring Tom Cruise, what is Ramirez's ceiling? We also discuss why there hasn't been a Latino movie star to crack $100M at the box office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Apr 24, 2021•42 min
According to the American Psychological Association, nearly 50% of Americans say they are anxious about resuming in-person interactions once it is safe. It's been officially diagnosed. Perhaps like Tony-winner Karen Olivo who won't return to "Moulin Rouge!" to protest bullies like Scott Rudin, people don't want to deal with assholes anymore. Also, did you know Reuters will be charging you for the news? What will happen to the intellectual gap? We discuss that more. Thanks for listening and shari...
Apr 18, 2021•23 min
Little Marvin is the creator, writer, showrunner and executive producer of Amazon's new horror series - THEM. We discuss with him white rage, the critique of black trauma in storytelling today, a brief history of black homeownership against the backdrop of the "American Dream," and how fear and art are powerful tools in defining reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2021•52 min
In our exclusive part two interview with Dr. Barnor Hesse, the creator of the ‘8 White Identities,’ he explains how white citizens weave in and out of different kids of identities in relation to racism and anti-racism; he also gives his opinions on how language, the way we describe things, is the key to real change in this country, and should white Latinos have their own breakdown of identities as well? Dr. Hesse is an Associate Professor of African American Studies, Political Science, and Socio...
Apr 05, 2021•31 min
In this special two-part episode of 'Brown & Black,' we bring you an EXCLUSIVE interview with Dr. Barnor Hesse, the creator of the much talked about ‘8 White Identities’ that has rattled right-wing media personalities such as Megyn Kelly and Ben Shapiro. In his first-ever US interview, Dr. Hesse breaks down each of the '8 White Identities' and the origins of how they came to be. He also explains to Mike and Jack the formation of race, the history of Black political thought, and amongst many ...
Mar 28, 2021•48 min
This week Jack and Mike discuss HBOMax's new 'Justice League' remake by director Zack Snyder. They also discuss Alexi McCammond's departure from Teen Vogue even for racist Asian tweets when she was 17 years-old. Is cancel culture not allowing teens to grow up now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 21, 2021•46 min
This week Jack and Mike talk to the legendary director Spike Lee about his new film 'Da 5 Bloods,' Black Superman, the power of art and if NYC will return to its glory. Plus the guys talk the future of Grammys and award shows, plus debate the bigger significance of HBOMax's #TheSnyderCut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 14, 2021•41 min
Mexican-American director Carlos Lopéz Estrada joins Jack and Mike to discuss working for the last several years on making 'Raya and the Last Dragon' for Disney. He explains what he learned as a director, storyteller and leader from Disney creatives, why as a Latino it's okay for him to direct culturally foreign narratives, and what he really believes about the 'Blue Beetle,' the first Latino superhero on the big screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Mar 06, 2021•35 min
Is it better to conceal rather than reveal your heritage in Hollywood? Today we’re going to tackle a subject that has been a bit disturbing. There is a rising trend of Latinos(as) declining to divulge their cultural heritage. Jack recently interviewed an actress who identified as a young brown, mixed race Latina who didn't want to reveal her heritage. Jack then asked her if she could elaborate on why she didn’t feel comfortable disclosing her Latina heritage, and her response was intense. We als...
Mar 01, 2021•39 min
This is one of out best episodes. Jack and Mike welcome comedian, actor, producer Randall Park. You know him from many hit movie and television shows ('Fresh Off The Boat,' 'The Interview,' 'Always Be My Maybe') and he is now reprising his role as Jimmy Woo in Disney+'s Marvel show 'WandaVision'. In our interview, we discussed comedy actors becoming drama actors, what the American Dream is today, why he thinks Latino stories aren't being greenlit by studios, and how he thought 'Fresh Off The Boa...
Feb 27, 2021•47 min
'Clubhouse' is the hottest and most exclusive app around right now. Jack and Mike discuss their experiences with the app and how Blacks have been the reason it has taken off. Voiceover Queen Joan Baker joins the show to discuss why there are no Black movie trailer voices today, why being bilingual is an advantage, and how POC can break into the business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Feb 14, 2021•1 hr 6 min
This week Jack and Mike give cultural context and meaning behind four movies which you might be interested in watching this week - 'Trial of the Chicago 7,' 'Judas & The Black Messiah,' 'The Little Things,' and 'Malcolm & Marie'. The guys also discuss last episode's guest Donnell Rawling's and his comments on Latinos needing to be "more patient" in waiting for their success to come. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Feb 07, 2021•1 hr 10 min
Comedian, actor, radio host and entrepreneur Donnell Rawlings is currently one of the hottest acts in comedy right now. He was recently featured in the acclaimed Pixar animated hit film "Soul," and has been performing alongside Dave Chappelle, Joe Rogan and many more in cities such as Yellow Springs, Ohio. His long list of credentials would make any person envious, but in this episode, Rawlings discusses how he is building his Black Power. He also talks about the moment he knew he went from good...
Jan 30, 2021•1 hr
It was a Brown and Black Inauguration as Jennifer Lopez performed, Amanda Gorman recited the Inaugural poem, and Vice President Kamala Harris was sworn into office. Jack and Mike discuss the Jennifer Lopez "Let's Get Loud" lyric controversy she slipped in at the Inauguration performance, as well as how Amanda Gorman will handle her new found fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 23, 2021•22 min
This week we are visited by filmmakers Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz (a.k.a Bush + Renz) who directed 'Antebellum,' arguably the most polarizing film of 2020. But in the aftermath of the recent Capitol riots, we revisit the uncomfortable beauty of 'Antebellum' with the duo. Plus, Mike and Jack give their Brown and Black takes on the Kamala Harris and Vogue backlash, and they ask why are so many white women wanting to pass as Latinas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...
Jan 16, 2021•54 min
Happy 2021 everyone! Or is it? On this first episode of the new year, Jack and Mike assess the white coordination attacks of the Capitol Hill takeover. White politicians are in on it, white law enforcement is in on it, white America is in on it. So what does this mean for Brown & Black folks? How do we get the same privilege without getting shot, paralyzed or arrested for standing up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jan 08, 2021•24 min
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! This is our last episode of 2020 and Jack and Mike decide to shoot the breeze about their Christmas traditions, favorite Christmas movies and the year that was 2020. Brown & Black Music - D’zillla Corona Carol available on all digital platforms: https://li.sten.to/axi3RiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 24, 2020•35 min
This week Mike and Jack analyze the now notorious Tom Cruise rant and what it means for his legacy and the future of movie-making, how will people react to Eddie Murphy's 'Coming To America 2' sequel 32 years after its original release, and is the Latinx Christmas film 'Nothing For The Holidays' for all Latinos? Plus, they review two Black films releasing this holiday season - George C. Wolfe's 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom,' and Regina King's 'One Night In Miami'. Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Dec 20, 2020•35 min
It's mid-December and Jack and Mike welcome director Keith McQuirter to discuss his new EPIX series "By Any Means Necessary: The Times of Godfather of Harlem''. The four-part docu-series brings alive the dramatic true story of Black and Brown Harlem and its music during the 1960s and it how connects that history to our present moment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 12, 2020•44 min
Director Reginald Hudlin, ('House Party,' 'Boomerang,' 'Marshall') discusses his new Disney movie 'Safety' out on streaming now. Hudlin is a screenwriter, director, producer, media executive and comic-book writer. He was the former President of Entertainment for BET, has written numerous graphic novels, co-produced the 2016 Academy Awards as well as the Emmys. He also earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture as a producer for Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained. He talks about tellin...
Dec 11, 2020•56 min
Tony-winning actor James Iglehart (Genie from 'Aladdin') joins the program to discuss his new HGTV show 'Biggest Little Christmas Showdown'. He also talks to Jack and Mike about 2020's backlash on 'Hamilton,' and what diversity will look like on Broadway in 2021. The guys also review two movies - Pixar's 'Soul' and the Billie Holiday documentary, 'Billie'. They also have a provocative conversation on why Black actors and Black stories are still being legitimized by white critics and white outlet...
Dec 06, 2020•1 hr 11 min
On this episode Jack and Mike recommend six Latino and African-American black horror films you can stream from the comfort of your own home this Halloween weekend. Mike recommends three Black horror films and Jack recommends three Latino horror films of his own. Listen now to see what they picked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 28, 2020•32 min
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 🦃 As opposed to leaving you with a repeat episode on this holiday, we decided to keep you company with a new episode! We're bringing along three of our friends too - Comedian, writer, and actress Leighann Lord, Eduardo Vilaro, Artistic Director/CEO Ballet Hispanico and Puerto-Rican electronic musical project ÌFÉ. Sit back, relax, and oh, please pass the turkey and mash potatoes. 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Nov 24, 2020•1 hr 12 min
“No self-respecting government is going to teach you a history that’s going to allow you to have the tools to change the system.” Paul Ortiz, historian and author of the book “An African-American and Latinx History of the United States” joins the show to discuss with Mike and Jack about the plethora of historical contributions Brown and Black people have made in America. He also touches upon our own self-hatred and why it still affects us, why the educational system doesn't favor Black and Latin...
Nov 20, 2020•45 min
On today’s episode Mike and Jack talk to about the Eva Longoria anti-black comments that created a backlash with Black Twitter. Journalist, political commentator and scholar-activist Rosa Alicia Clemente, who served as Eva’s advisor throughout the fiasco, joins the show to discuss what happened and provide context on anti-black history with Latinos and Blacks. Rosa argues everyone is anti-black, but if so, can some be forgiven? She also sounds-off on why we should seek historians and professors ...
Nov 14, 2020•53 min
Welcome to the last episode of the daily election series of the Brown and Black podcast. We have a new President of the United States and his name is Joe Biden. On this episode Jack and Mike explore the "now what" scenario - what will a Biden Presidency mean for Latinos and Blacks ? How will Biden meet the challenge of unifying the country? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 08, 2020•29 min
Day 2 of our daily series where Mike and Jack distill the election chaos of the US Presidency from a Brown and Black perspective. They also discuss racial implications from Trump's briefing towards pollsters and is the media complicit in aggrandizing Trump? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 07, 2020•19 min
Jack and Mike are going to do daily podcasts to discuss the circus that is The White House until we officially call who the next President of the United States is. Here's the first of hopefully a few episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 06, 2020•28 min
Our episode this week focuses on the subject of cultural appropriation or cultural appreciation. Legendary actor Louis Gossett Jr. plays Luis Garcia in Sergio Navarretta's 'The Cuban,' which centers around a former Cuban jazz musician who changes the life of a young caretaker after he's diagnosed with dementia. In a time where our country is sensitive about actors playing roles not native to their culture, did Mr. Gossett Jr. commit cultural appropriation or cultural appreciation? We asked Mr. G...
Oct 27, 2020•56 min
