On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson give Artificial Intelligence the FANTI treatment. On the plus side, jarrett finds Siri incredibly helpful, and asks her to set alarms for him multiple times a day. But they also share some concerns, like AI bots taking over journalists' jobs or programs making it easier for students to get away with plagiarism. Plus, jarrett and Tre’vell give Janelle Monae her flowers for Age of Pleasure , the new album that’s been ruffling feather...
Jun 15, 2023•59 min•Ep. 174
On this week’s episode, Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson welcome writer Mikelle Street for a conversation about The Swirl , or interracial dating. They dig into what’s behind the “trend” of highly-visible Black queer celebrities who seemingly only go out with white partners, as well as how our upbringing influences our attitudes around interracial dating. They also get into some of the misconceptions of interracial dating that are projected onto queer interracial couples. But first, Tre’...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 173
What does it mean to be successful? Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss what it means to be successful, how the measurement of success shifts as we age, and finding success beyond financial status. But first - the two talk high school and college reunions. Mentioned In The Episode Spelman’s 2023 Valedictorians, Maya Blasingame, Amaia Calhoun, Sydney DuPree, and Chandler Nutall We See Each Other: The Podcast DIS/Honorable Mentions jh: DM: Iowa governor, Kim Reynolds, signs “Don’t Say...
Jun 01, 2023•55 min•Ep. 172
On this week’s episode, hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson get into the complex and complicado of “Learning In Public”, similar to what jarrett had to do when he was called in for being fatphobic a few episodes back. The two discuss navigating the pressures that come with making mistakes publicly and why being willing to continue to learn to do better is so important. But first, Tre’vell poses A Tough Question: Is there ever a right time to call the police, in today’s climate? And later, j...
May 25, 2023•46 min•Ep. 171
On this week’s episode, journalists Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss the very complex and complicado of Don Lemon, and how his legacy has not only affected pop culture, but the Black community. Our hosts get into the dichotomy of the journalist, as both a victim and perpetrator of homophobia and anti-blackness. But first, a special FANTI exclusive on Tre’vell and jarrett’s upcoming book, Historically Black Phrases . (Dropping September 19th) And later Tre’vell shares their run in with ...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 170
FANTI presents: Episode #2,“ Remain Teachable ” of We See Each Other: The Podcast, hosted by FANTI’s very own, award-winning journalist and authoress, Trev’ell Anderson, and FANTI MVP, award-winning journalist and media personality, Shar Jossell. Join the conversation on Trans visibility in media and go to SpeakPipe.com/WeSeeEachOther to share your thoughts. Mentioned In The Episode Soldier's Girl (2003) P - Valley (2020) Eden’s garden Candis Cayne of Dirty Sexy Money Lady Bunny Lypsinka In The ...
May 11, 2023•48 min•Ep. 169
Special guest, Executive Director and Co - founder of PEAK, Kristian Fanene Schmidt joins FANTI in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month. But first, jarrett poses the tough question: have you given yourself permission to be happy? That and a special announcement from Tre’vell about We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film , out May 9th. Watch Us On Youtube! Mentioned in this episode Asia Jackson - An afro filipina and creator of the hashtag #MagandaMorenx , We See Each Other: T...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 168
This week, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill get into listener questions and comments from social media Mentioned In This Episode: Ep #161 Color Of Friendship EP# 165 Outta Pocket Go ahead and @ us Email: [email protected] IG @FANTIpodcast @Jarrett Hill @rayzon (Tre’vell) Twitter @FANTIpodcast @TreVellAnderson @JarrettHill @vivalapalma (Producer, Palmira Muniz) @Swish (Senior Producer, Laura Swisher) Laura Swisher is senior producer Music: Cor.ece Graphics: Ashley Nguyen FANTI is produ...
Apr 27, 2023•44 min•Ep. 167
On this week’s episode, hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss group watch party etiquette and rank their favorite white women of color singers. Mentioned In This Episode Tori Kelly’s appearance on The View Curator, Activist and the catalyst behind the Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Center , Arturo Alfonso Schomburg Press Your Luck theme song DIS/Honorable Mentions jh: DM: People with their cars, alarms & music TA HM: Game Shows RuPaul’s new game show Lingo on CBS Go ahead and @ us Email...
Apr 20, 2023•58 min•Ep. 166
Hosts jarrett hill and Tre’vell Anderson define outing as disclosing information on a person’s sexuality, gender, health, etc. without their permission and consent, and dive into the repercussions of outing. Mentioned in This episode LSU, women’s basketball champs Chlöe Bailey Texas Southern University’s cheer squad My Name is Mo'nique on Netflix DIS/Honorable Mentions jh HM: Alfred “Shivy” Brooks II HM: Southern Roots Vegan Bakery HM: Larae Ferry TA M: Tennessee State Rep. Justin Jones and Tenn...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 165
Hosts Tre’vell Anderson and jarrett hill discuss some ins and outs of the Beauty Industry from Beauty news journalist and editor, Darian Symoné Harvin. But first, what does it take to be a journalist? A lot more than a google search, despite what Real Housewives Of Atlanta’s Porsha Williams’ thinks. Mentioned In This Episode Porsha Williams Studio Symoné DIS/Honorable Mentions jh: HM: The Beauty of Blackness TA HM: GLAAD Honors event HM: Region IV Conference in Phoenix HM: A&E Media Institut...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 164
**REMINDER: This episode is dropping the first week of The MaxFunDrive , so if you enjoy this show, please take a moment to show your support and become a member at maximumfun.org/join . On this week’s episode, jarrett and Tre’vell talk about church. Can we get an A - THEM?! The hosts examine their experiences growing up in church as baby queers, bringing up the good parts and a lot of the bad. But first, in the wake of Jonathan Majors' arrest on Saturday for alleged domestic assault, our hosts ...
Mar 30, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 163
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Mar 28, 2023•5 min•Ep. 163
**REMINDER: This episode is dropping the first week of The MaxFunDrive , so if you enjoy this show, please take a moment to show your support and become a member at maximumfun.org/join . Who’s bringing the potato salad to the Donald Trump is Going to Jail party? Jarrett’s got sign up sheets! Then later, the hosts bring you the long awaited Copaganda conversation with special guests, Tia Oso , the executive director of BLD PWR Productions , and Dr. Jared Loggins , Assistant Professor of Black Stu...
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 162
And the nonbinary Oscar goes to…Well, The Academy isn’t there quite yet. Nevertheless, jarrett and Tre’vell grapple with the question: Is it time we leave gender out of awards? They get into some of the thornier issues award shows face navigating gender in honoring artists. Plus, is jarrett fatphobic (again) for donning shapewear? Tre’vell has thoughts. They cover all this and more! Mentioned in this Episode Shapewear and Fatphobia Degendering Awards DIS/Honorable Mentions jh: HM: Sommore: Queen...
Mar 09, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 160
…And we’re back. Did you miss us? Of course you did with all this new FANTI good good! New season, new topics, and a whole new look - we are BACK with a brand new episode of Season 4. Mentioned In This Episode The Future is Black MuneHues Historically Black Phrases Rihanna (super bowl/ vogue cover ) Black ASL Super Bowl interpreter, Justina Miles New York Times Trans Letter Ivy Park DIS/Honorable Mentions jh: HM: Lee Edward Colston II - playwright, actor who wrote The First Deep Breath, showing ...
Mar 02, 2023•56 min•Ep. 159
Our FANTI producers are on the mic in this week’s episode! We take a stroll down memory lane and recount all our favorite moments that are in the spirit of Black History Month. Mentioned in this episode: Every Day is Black History Why White People Love Wakanda Traveling While Black (In Our) Light Skinned Feelings (ft. Charles H.F. Davis III) Mental Health Culture (ft. Spirit) Our Sponsors This Week Wild Grain Have more meals with family and friends this year, with Wildgrain! The first-ever, bake...
Feb 23, 2023•52 min•Ep. 158
Episode Notes: If you tuned into last week’s minisode, you’d know we discussed the struggle that comes with enjoying an artist as a person, but their art…maybe not so much. This week we flip the script and discuss the art that we absolutely love and the artists who we actually can’t stand that made it. Mentioned on the show Dave Chapelle, Kanye West, Bill Cosby, Michael Jackson, R.Kelly, Elon Musk, Copaganda, Cancel Culture, Queerty Our Sponsors This Week Better Help If you’re thinking of giving...
Feb 16, 2023•17 min•Ep. 157
Have you ever liked an artist for who they are, but not necessarily for what they bring to the table? In this week’s minisode, Tre’vell and jarrett discuss artists they love but feel meh about their art. Mentioned in this episode Lizzo, Megan Thee Stallion, Oprah, Jennifer Hudson Our Sponsors This Week Wild Grain Have more meals with family and friends this year, with Wildgrain! The first-ever, bake-from-frozen subscription box for sourdough breads, fresh pastas, and artisanal pastries. For a li...
Feb 09, 2023•14 min•Ep. 156
Just because we’re on a hiatus doesn’t mean we’ve run out of things to say! In this week’s minisode, jarrett shares his thoughts on You People and Tre’vell …sorta…explains why they’re not in a particular rush to see it. The two also react to the horrific behavior of the Memphis Police Department’s so-called Scorpion unit and their killing of Tyre Nichols. Plus, Tre’vell has an honorable mention that should bring some joy to word nerds. Mentioned In this Episode: Tyre Nichols You People The Futur...
Feb 02, 2023•26 min•Ep. 155
And Because we love our listeners so much, we give you the exclusive on our next move and our plans for this upcoming new season. Mentioned in This Episode How to LA podcast Historically Black Phrases Queerty Awards (VOTE FANTI) DIS/Honorable Mentions jarrett: HM: got 2b real — patti Lahelle DM: Dr. Johnathan Paul Higgens’ wine gift… Tre'vell HM: D. Smith’s Kokomo City and Kristen Lovell and Zackary Drucker’s The Stroll both featured at Sundance. HM: The Best Man: Final Chapters - LJ, the child ...
Jan 26, 2023•55 min•Ep. 154
Just because only one percent of the eleven-thousand wineries in the U.S. are Black-owned , doesn’t mean they don’t exist. To get proof, they left their homes and tracked down an expert–Leslie Jones, co-owner of Inglewood’s first and only wine bar, 1010 Wine . Thanks to their tireless reporting, jarrett and Tre’vell were able to get their hands–and mouths–on numerous glasses of wine from actual Black-owned wineries. Along the way, they learned about pushy wine reps, why it’s better to hold the s...
Jan 19, 2023•57 min•Ep. 153
jarrett and Tre’vell are back at it again, refreshed from the holiday break and ready to drop some gems for our FANTIfam. Speaking of a break - when was the last time you gave yourself the opportunity to take a break? If your answer is “I can’t remember” or “a long time ago”, you’ll definitely want to take some inspiration from jarrett & Tre’vell this week.
Jan 12, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 152
Pre-order Tre’vell’s book: We See Each Other: A Black, Trans Journey Through TV and Film, Pre-order: Historically Black Phrases Go ahead and @ us Email: [email protected] IG @FANTIpodcast @Jarrett Hill @rayzon (Tre’vell) Twitter @FANTIpodcast @TreVellAnderson @JarrettHill @Swish (Senior Producer Laura Swisher) Laura Swisher is senior producer Music: Cor.ece Graphics: Ashley Nguyen FANTI is produced and distributed by MaximumFun.org...
Jan 05, 2023•24 min•Ep. 151
Black Holiday Trivia is a Black-owned company that FANTI featured in this year's Holiday Gift Guide . Producer Swish officiates, and she wonders if Penguin Random House will regret publishing Historically Black Phrases (available for preorder!) once it becomes clear its authors aren’t as tuned into pop culture as they purport to be. It might even be the case that FANTI listeners know more about pop culture than they do. See if you can do better! Go ahead and @ us Email: [email protected] IG @...
Dec 29, 2022•25 min•Ep. 150
To follow Tre’vell’s labyrinthine explanation of who gets to decide which episode gets chosen for which spot, here’s how they described the process: Rules by Tre’vell Anderson We are going to collaboratively create “FANTI’s Holiday TV Watchlist,” a top 5. But we’re going to do it alternatingly, each placing an episode on the list. The person that goes first makes picks 5,4,2 (more picks). The player that goes second makes picks 3, 1 (fewer picks, but the #1 pick). The order will be determined by...
Dec 22, 2022•50 min•Ep. 149
Plus, as part of our ongoing series featuring great gift ideas for the holidays from Black, POC, Queer, & Trans-owned businesses, MSpired Room’s Mischalay Williams joins us to tell the hosts about some of her bestselling products. FANTI Holiday Gift Guide Mischalay Williams joins FANTI to talk about her company MSpired Room , which she launched during the pandemic after discovering a passion for making candles. MSpired candles mentioned in the show Bourbon Pecan Pie Night In Apple Cider USB ...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 148
Where Should You Do Your Holiday Shopping? Try these businesses: @FANTI_HolidayGuide Black History Is Happening Everyday! Sen. Raphael Warnock DIS/Honorable Mentions JH: hm: deon cole special , closed captioning is way off. but not on trevor noah’s special … hm: (BUY BLACK) just like me box hm: altamed, christina sanchez and castulo HM: FANTI National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards Soft News Feature, 1st Place: @FANTIPodcast - The Blogger-Journalist Divide (ft. Jasmine Simpkins) - "A...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 147
Dis/Honorable Mentions jarrett HM: Love, Lizzo hm: The Freedmen’s Bureau Hm: The Academy Museum’s Regeneration 1898-1971 Black History is Happening Every Day! Byron Perkins Makes History As First Out Football Player at HBCU Mentioned in the Show Listener Jen recommended The Chochmat Nashim Podcast: Women Talk Judaism: What's Worse Than Antisemitism? (Season 6 Episode 2) Shoshanna and Anne host guest Elisheva Rishon, a Black Jewish woman, who weighs in on the most recent spike in antisemitism, t...
Dec 01, 2022•57 min•Ep. 146
Brooke Obie’s piece on Black Panther Subscribe to Brooke’s newsletter Brooke Obie IG Our Sponsors This Week Brooklinen Brooklinen is the place to get presents that are somehow perfect for all of your people right on time and stress-free. And with their Black Friday sale, you can save even more. Visit Brooklinen.com and get $20 off plus free shipping on orders $100+ with code FANTI Go ahead and @ us Email: [email protected] IG @FANTIpodcast @Jarrett Hill @rayzon (Tre’vell) Twitter @FANTIpodcas...
Nov 24, 2022•50 min•Ep. 145
