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Hard To Swallow Podcast

Emery Lavell J | @Aint_i_Emeryhardtoswallowpodcast.podbean.com
Raw... Racy... Kitchen table talks over wine with friends. Immerse yourself in laughter as we cover relationships/dating, sex, Black/LGBTQ/Women issues, social consciousness, self-help and more. Have you had your hard to swallow pill this week?
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Episodes

Episode 19: Growers & Showers

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we examine the mystery of GROWERS & SHOWERS. Eggplant prints can be deceiving and some blessings are in disguise.... join us in the madness. If you would like to make a monthly donation email hardtoswallowpodcast@gmail.com or for an anonymous donation send to Venmo: @htspodcast Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linz_Wagz & @JayBoleyn Twitter: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linzw...

Jul 08, 201921 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Episode 18: Y’all Got Pride F**ked Up

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we cover: Nicki Minaj’s Perdue chicken and BET beef, Willow Smith and Lil Nas X have something in common, Megan the Stallion homophobic tweets, & Lizzo a Little Mermaid at heart? Need Some Head Segment: the person deserving of head this week is... Kamala Harris! Topic of the Day: Y’all Got Pride F**ked Up! There seemed to be confusion on why LGBTQ folx get to celebrate, and what’s appropriate when attending pride events as an ally/supporter...

Jul 01, 20191 hr 22 minSeason 2Ep. 10

The Legends Panel II

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we’re back with the Legends Panel. We have a few folx from the new generation we would like to discuss. Lizzo, H.E.R., Dua Lipa and more! What’s their status and how far do we see those careers going... Tell us what you think. Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linz_Wags& @JayBoleyn Twitter: @HTS_Podcast, @aint_i_emery, @LyricalMar, @Linzwagna & @JayBoleyn

Jun 25, 201926 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Episode 17: Do You Really F**k with the Ballroom Scene?

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we cover, hot topics: Diddy pretending not to be hurt by Cassie; Uh oh! Wayment! Wendy got her groove back; Rob Kardashian refuses to have his daughter on Blac Chyna ratchet reality show; Tristan Thompson’s Ex says Khloe was the cause of baby complications... all this and more! Need some head segment: the person deserving of head this week is... Ava DuVernay! Topic of the day: We know Pose on FX is popular and RuPaul Drag Race is entertaining b...

Jun 17, 20191 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Story Time w/ Emery: The Fine Uber Driver...

Hi Swallowers... It's time for story time with Emery. Life is wild, and my mind is wilder... For today's sexual adventure, I opened up the back door of an Uber and to my surprise, the driver was fine ... What would you do? Listen now and tell us what you think. Based on a true story. *************************** If you’re interested in making a one time donation or sponsor the show, email us at hardtoswallowpodcast@gmail.com Host: Emery Lavell J, Lyrical Mar, Lindsey Wagna and Jay Boleyn Follow u...

Jun 11, 20196 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Episode 16: So, Who’s Paying the Bill?

Hi Swallowers, Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we cover hot topics: Lena Waithe, creator of “The Chi” fires Jason Mitchell for sexual misconduct, Rapper DaBaby is a menace to society, City Girls, Cardi B, Asian Doll & Megan the Stallion thoughts on writing music, and more! Need some head segment: the person deserving of head this week is... Jay Z! Topic of the day: You ate... now the time has come... So, who’s paying the bill!?!? Do we split it? First date and dating ques...

Jun 04, 20191 hr 17 minSeason 2Ep. 6

RuPaul Drag Race S11 Top Four Review!

Hi Swallowers, In this bonus, we of the house of Swallow, take a moment to review the top 4 drag queens of drag race: Silky Ganache, A’Keria C. Davenport, Yvie oddly & Brooke Lynn Hytes. Who’s are you rooting for to take the crown? Tune in to the RuPaul Drag Race Season 11 finale on VH1 and Logo at 9 EST /8 CST. *************************** If you’re interested in making a one time donation or sponsor the show, email us at hardtoswallowpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: @...

May 30, 201930 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Story Time w/ Emery: I remember there was a whore

Hi Swallowers, listen closely. I have a little story to share. Maybe you can relate... maybe you’ve been that girl. Maybe you’re my sister/brother in strife. Just raise your hand and do the walk of shame if you feel me. So, what had happened was.... If you’re interested in making a one time donation or sponsor the show, email us at hardtoswallowpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linz_Wagz & @JayBoleyn Twitter: @HTS_Podcast, @Ain...

May 28, 20196 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Episode 15: Shitty Apologies

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we cover, hot topics: Alabama’s dreadful abortion ban, Brittany Barnett clearing up some thangs about Kim Kardashian’s “help” with freeing inmates, say it ain’t so: Steve Harvey & Lee Daniels amongst the cancelled, twink goddess James Charles vs MILF Tati Westbrook... and more! Need some head segment: the person deserving of head this week is... Rihanna! Topic of the day: Got the runs? ran out of excuses? Now you’re giving a shitty apology?...

May 20, 20191 hr 13 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Thought You Got Away? Still Reading Your Ass

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we take a few steps back to reflect on a few people that got away... We had a little break and some celebrities tried to sneak past. Nah... We light a few up real quick. Random and fun. JOIN IN! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linz_Wagz & @JayBoleyn Twitter: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linzwagna & @JayBoleyn

May 14, 201933 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Episode 14: Bitch Got a Case of the Ex?

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we cover, hot topics: Remy Mafia's Mayweather hands against Brittany Taylor, Not so fast Taylor Swift... those are Beyonce's stunts, Offset goes off on a fan, Justin Bieber claims Chris Brown is umm Michael Jackson... and more! Need some head segment: the person deserving of head this week is... Dwayne Wade! Topic of the day: Bitch Got a Case of the Ex? Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linz_Wagz &...

May 06, 20191 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Story Time w/ Emery: A Fine Jehovah Witness Knocked On My Door

Hi Swallowers... It's time for story time with Emery. Life is wild, and my mind is wilder... For today's sexual adventure, I opened up to a Jehovah Witness but nothing came inside... What would you do? Listen now and tell us what you think. Host: Emery Lavell J, Lyrical Mar, Lindsey Wagna and Jay Boleyn Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HTS_Podcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linz_Wagz & @JayBoleyn Twitter: @HTS_Podcast, @EmeryLavellJ, @LyricalMar, @Linzwagna & @JayBoleyn...

Apr 15, 20196 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Looking Back at it

Hi Swallowers. Wipe off your mouth and come and listen. It's been a long journey with season. Trials and Tribulations. We look back and discuss our favorite moments as we gear up for season two.

Apr 02, 201921 min

Episode 13: I Believe I Can Lie

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we cover, hot topics: Robert... Robert.. Sit down.. Kelly and the challenge to keep him locked up, Michael Jackson and the Leaving Neverland documentary, the largest college admission scandal ever (debatable to black folks...) and Jussie Smollettiana updates and facing up to 64 years in prison. Need some head segment: the person deserving of head this week is... Jaden Smith! Topic of the day: Liars: how to catch one and why they lie! Follow us ...

Mar 18, 20192 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Story Time w/ Emery: Think I saw a C*ck in the Company Clubroom

Hi Swallowers... It's time for story time with Emery. Life is wild, and my mind is wilder... For today's sexual adventure, I spied with my eye a beautiful big bulge. I was willing to risk it all in the company clubroom and here's why... What would you do? Listen now and tell us what you think. Host: Emery Lavell J, Lyrical Mar, Lindsey Wagna and Jay Boleyn Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HardToSwallowPodcast, @Aint_i_Emery, @LyricalMar, @Linz_Wagz & @JayBoleyn Twitter: @HTS_Podcast, @...

Feb 25, 20198 min

RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 4 Ep 5-8 Recap

Hi Swallowers... We the people of the house of Swallow, joined together to discuss our thoughts on the drag race competition. How we think the contestants performed for the maxi challenges, who we think should have went home, if we liked the main stage looks and who we're rooting for, and feelings towards the decisions. All this and more! Host: Emery Lavell J, Lyrical Mar, Lindsey Wagna and Jay Boleyn Watch new episodes of RuPaul Drag Race All Stars Season 4 air every Friday on VH1 and Logo at 9...

Feb 07, 201942 min

Episode 12: Blisters - Black Sisters & Sissies

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we discuss Hot Topics (0:00 - 47:47) Jussie Smollett alleged homophobic and racist attack sends him to the hospital, Chris Brown accused of rape by anonymous, Parisian woman (it gets heated), Mo'Nique calls Whoopi Goldberg "The Help", all this and more. Need Some Head Segment (47:48 - 55:12) The person deserving of head this week is: Terry Crews! Topic of the Day (55:13 - 01:50:11) Blisters: The troubled relationship between black sisters (cis-...

Feb 04, 20191 hr 50 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Episode 11: Astrological Assholes Vol 2

Hi Swallowers, this week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we discuss Hot Topics ( 07:41 - 47:55 ) Kevin Hart gave an apology (maybe), Soulja Boy said all you b*tches is his sons, Y'allz president served Mickey D's and fries to the National College Football champions, Rihanna suing her daddy, Celebrity Big Brother missed on casting Tiffany "New York" Pollard and King of Capture, R. Kelly updates. Need Some Head Segment ( 47:56 - 52:57 ) The person deserving of head this week is: Missy Elliott! Topic of...

Jan 18, 20191 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 11

RuPaul Drag Race All Stars Season 4 Ep 1-4 Recap

Hi Swallowers... We the people of the house of Swallow, joined to discuss our thoughts on the drag race competition thus far (for those who watch). Who we think should have went home, who we're rooting for, performance evaluation on the maxi challenges. All this and more! Host: Emery Lavell J, Lyrical Mar, Lindsey Wagna and Jay Boleyn Watch new episodes of RuPaul Drag Race All Stars Season 4 air every Friday on VH1 and Logo at 9 EST /8 CST. Follow us on social media: Instagram: @HardToSwallowPod...

Jan 10, 201935 min

Episode 10: Lea’e That Sh*t In 2018

Hi Swallowers, Happy 2019! This week on Hard to Swallow Podcast we discuss Hot Topics ( 04:11 - 41:55 ) Tiffany Haddish bombs her NYE comedy show #SheNotReady, B. Scotts covering Wendy Williams and her Husband's mistress story like white on rice, The R. Kelly documentary "Surviving Internet" divides the internet, Drake inappropriateness with two young girls, Auntie Tracee Ellis Ross and Mother Jennifer Lewis beefing on set, and more. Need Some Head Segment ( 41:56 - 46:22 ) The person deserving ...

Jan 07, 20191 hr 24 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Episode 9: Why I Don’t F**K With My Family On The Holidays

Hi Swallowers, We've been away but we're back with a full-sized episode. The sh*t in this episode will cover Hot Topics: Cardi B cuts Offset Off; Kevin Hart is indignant and ignorant about apologies and his old tweets; D.L. Hughley calls trans actress a P*ssy, Jacquees declares himself the King of Rags and Bar Soap (or R&B); not sure what he meant; Nicki Minaj dating a registered sex offender. Need Some Head recipient: Viola Davis Topic of the Day: Why I don't f**k with my family on the holi...

Dec 14, 20181 hr 43 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Episode 8: They Said It Wouldn’t Last... And It Didn’t...

Hi Swallowers! We've been away but we're back with a full-sized episode. The sh*t in this episode will cover Hot Topics: Dwight Howard has a pest problem with a queen looking for attention, Beyonce's Texas accent has Lion King fans worried, 50 Cent still ain't (worth) sh*t, Cryrese Gibson wins Child Support battle, Ellen Pompeo has common sense. Need Some Head recipient: Snoop D-O-Double-G. Topic of the Day: They said it wouldn't last and it didn't. Y'all know those very relationships you or a f...

Dec 03, 20181 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Bonus Clip: The Legends Panel

Hi Swallowers, are you ready to gag? Happy Holidays! This week’s bonus clip is The Legends Panel. We’ll be going through a list of 2000s music artist and giving their career. Are they Virgins, Stars, Statements, Legends, Icon or Pioneers? What better way to deem status than with your four Hard To Swallow queens? Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Toni Braxton Brandy Norwood, Monica and more.

Nov 19, 201855 min

Episode 7: Dick Almost Ruined My Life

Hi Swallowers, the sh*t in this episode will cover: Hot Topics: Gunman murders 11 in Jewish Synagogue, Chelsea Handler appears on Ellen to talk about white privilege and voting, Vogue apologizes for Kendall Jenner's fro pic on IG, Pooch Hall facing 6 years in prison for DUI involving 2yr old son, Tekashi 6in9ine sentenced to 4 years probation, 50 Cent is still petty. Need Some Head recipient: Rihanna! Topic of the Day: Dick almost ruined my life. We discuss personal times and fan submitted exper...

Oct 29, 20181 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Episode 6: Social Media Etiquette

Hi Swallowers, we're back this week with the BS. (Current events 0:00 - 37:17) Azealia Banks vs Lana Del Rey, Legendary Bette Midler tweets "Women are the N-word of the world", Vic Mensa speaks on domestic violence in hiphop at BET Hiphop Awards, Tina Knowles publicly says her husband is absolutely not perfect on OWN's "Black Love", Melania Trump was given a script to say sexual assault victims need solid proof, Kanye West meets with Trump and says absolutely nothing. (Needs Some Head segment 37...

Oct 15, 20181 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Story Time w/ Emery: I Was Possessed By a Bottom Demon

Hi Swallowers... Thank you all for listening. We have officially reached our first 1,000 plays! As a bonus this week and addition to Ep. 5 “I Was Finna Quit This Job Because...” we’re introducing “Story time w/ Emery”. Life is wild, and my mind is wilder. Have a listen, tell us what you think.

Oct 01, 20188 min

Episode 5: I Was Finna Quit This Job Because...

Hi Swallowers, we're back this week with the BS.An apology was due... (what a surprise?) We cover: Katt Wiiliams, Wanda Smith, Tiffany Haddish, Kevin Hart and my goon Leslie Jones. Pill Cosby and his rape apologists... Inside scoop about Teyana Taylor music video shoot and allegedly not paying participants. Topic of the day: "I was finna quit this job because..." Reasons we almost left that MFin' job. Maybe you can relate? Listen now. Host: Emery Lavell J (@aint_i_emery), Marcus B (@LyricalMAr),...

Sep 28, 20181 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Episode 4: We Ain’t Dating Because...

Hi Swallowers, the sh*t in this episode will cover: Hot Topics (0:00:00 - 0:38:53) Aretha Franklin's Funeral/8hr Concert Review, Dark Magic spell Belcalis (Cardi) B versus the freedom fighter Nicki Minaj Tubman, the tragic passing of Mac Miller, George Zimmerman threatening Queen Beyonce and need his a** beat, India decriminalizes same-sex intercourse, and Kanye West apologizes to Drake and comments on slavery. Need some head segment: Colin Kaepernick (0:38:54 - 0:46:57). Topic of the day (0:46:...

Sep 10, 20181 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Bonus Clip: VMAs Review

Recap of the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards on August 20th. Highlights of the evening. Jennifer Lopez's performance, Nicki Minaj, Madonna's Aretha Franklin speak, Ariana Grande, Cardi B teases baby reveal, Who could and should tribute Aretha Franklin?

Aug 24, 201842 min

Episode 3: Astrological A**holes: Vol 1

Hot Topics: Aretha Franklin passing away, Omarosa phone recordings and book "Unhinged", Nicki Minaj versus the World. Need some segment: Taraji P. Henson. Topic of the day: Astrolohical Assholes, Vol 1. Is it wrong to judge someone solely based on their zodiac sign? What's the first thing that comes to mind when you meet these signs?

Aug 24, 20181 hr 30 minSeason 1Ep. 3
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