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Laugh & Learn

The Black Effect and iHeartPodcastswww.iheart.com

Comedian Flame Monroe is on a mission to make everyone Laugh And Learn! Flame Monroe, a knowledgeable and expert comedian has the ability to find the good in all things with a clever way of making you laugh about it. Having recently released a thirty-minute standup comedy special, Monroe has found much popularity since the support of Comedian and Actress, Tiffany Haddish having hand-picked Monroe to perform for NetFlix’s Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready. And ever since, Monroe has all intent purpose to continue sharing her voice, but this time in a new way. Yes, you guessed it! A podcast. Embarking on a new partnership with The Black Effect Podcast Network and Executive Produced by Tiffany Haddish, ‘Laugh & Learn’ Podcast allows Comedian Flame Monroe to deliver teachable moments, thought provoking perspectives and a satisfying dose of fun and intellect to listeners every week. Listeners will get the pleasure of joining Flame and his/her team of correspondents, affectionately known as "Flamettes,". Allowing fans a moment to share genuine perspectives as the hosts discuss the latest in headline and local news, politics and pop culture. Through humor, wit, and heartfelt conversations, Flame Monroe aim to bring content that will entertain, enlighten, encourage self-confidence and bring an amusing joy full of laughter and inspiration influenced by the art of learning.

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Episodes

DaWhat? DaWho?

Flame, Lauren and the Flamettes weigh in on DaBaby, the Olympics and the ongoing Andrew Cuomo scandal. Join the conversation on IG! @monroeflame @nicksmithnews @laurenarmanih Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 12, 20211 hr 11 min

Did Instagram Try to Shut Us Down?

Flame, Lauren and Nick discuss hot topics that end with them getting kicked out of the IG platform. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 05, 202138 minEp. 36

The Delta, The Southwest, or The Spirit!

Flame, Nick, Lauren and the Flamettes weigh in on the Olympics, this week's famous marriages and divorces, and the wave of the delta variant. Join the conversation on IG: @MonroeFlame @NickSmithNews @LaurenArmaniH Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 29, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 35

God I'm Sorry with Kisha Grandy

Flame, Nick and Lauren weigh in with singer/songwriter Kisha Grandy about the song that saved Flame's life. Join the conversation on Instagram! @MonroeFlame @NickSmithNews @LaurenArmaniH Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 15, 20211 hr 24 minEp. 34

The Building Fell, Now Who Does the Responsibility Fall On?

The discussion continues with Flame, Lauren, Nick and the Flamettes. Join the conversation - LIVE or online: @monroeflame @laurenarmanih @nicksmithnews @blackeffect Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 01, 20211 hr 13 minEp. 33

Chopping It Up with Tiffany Haddish

"Magic happens when people feel like they're being heard." - A conversation with Emmy and Grammy award winning artist, Ms. Tiffany Haddish. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 24, 20211 hr 24 minEp. 32

Doin’ Too Much w/ Tasha K

Laugh and Learn gets their first in studio guest and it’s the one and only Tasha K. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 17, 20211 hr 24 minEp. 31

What Is The Black Agenda?

We Must Be On One Accord - First! Join the conversation - LIVE or online: @monroeflame @laurenarmanih @nicksmithnews @blackeffect Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 10, 20211 hr 9 min

Memorial Day

Flame, Lauren, and Nick discuss the Tulsa race massacre of Black Wall Street. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 03, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 29

Are My Co-Hosts Fighting?

The conversation gets heated this week between co-hosts Lauren and Nick. Join the conversation - LIVE or online: @monroeflame @laurenarmanih @nicksmithnews @blackeffect Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 27, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 28

Fix America First!

Clean up your own backyard before cleaning someone else's. Join the conversation - LIVE or online: @monroeflame @laurenarmanih @nicksmithnews @blackeffect Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 20, 20211 hr 19 minEp. 27

Nurture Your Seed!

Flame, Lauren, Nick and the Flamettes discuss the tragic death of Mikayla Miller, Rudy Giuliani, and qualified immunity. Join the conversation - LIVE or online: @monroeflame @laurenarmanih @nicksmithnews @blackeffect Production Note. If you or someone you know is in distress, there is help available. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - Available 24 hours/day in English and Spanish 800-273-8255. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listene...

May 13, 20211 hr 16 minEp. 26

Marching Is Not Enough!!

Flame is back and takes the mic without missing a beat! Fired-up and ready to go, the show starts with Flame recognizing President Joe Biden’s first speech to a joint session of Congress. Mr. Biden focused on the economy and made the argument that a robust spending and jobs plan is crucial to the U.S. economy competing globally. Senator Tim Scott, 55, gave the rebuttal. He is the first African American U.S. senator from South Carolina and was the first Black person elected to the Senate from a S...

May 06, 20211 hr 13 minEp. 25

NOT HIM OR HER WILL GET MY VOTE, AND THEY’RE THE SAME PERSON

Flame joins the conversation while on the road - and not a beat was missed, Lauren took the helm! This week, the effort to remove California Gov. Newsom collects enough signatures to force recall vote - Flame says her decision is made - no vote is necessary! President Biden will address a joint session of Congress for the first time, turning the corner on his 100th day in office. He is expected to highlight a number of his progressive achievements which include high marks for his handling of the...

Apr 29, 20211 hr 10 minEp. 24

A Coward Can Pull the Trigger. A Coward Can Shoot A Gun. But It Takes Courage to Spare A Life.

Production Note: This week’s episode was recored before Derek Michael Chauvin, a former police officer for the Minneapolis Police Department was convicted of the murder of George Floyd. The trial has been one of the most closely watched cases in recent memory, setting off a national reckoning on police violence and systemic racism even before the trial commenced. “The People V. The Klan” On March 20, 1981, Michael Donald left his sister's home in Mobile, Alabama, to pick up a pack of cigarettes ...

Apr 22, 20211 hr 15 minEp. 23

Y’all Keep Giving These Cowards Badges and Guns!

Policing tactics are criticized after a pair of officer-involved incidents dominate the news cycle. Caron Nazario, an Army second lieutenant pulled over because his newly purchased SUV lacked a permanent license plate, was held at gunpoint, pepper-sprayed, struck and handcuffed. Daunte Wright, a Minnesota man, was stopped for expired plates. Minutes later, he was shot and killed by a veteran officer who officials say, mistook her firearm for her taser. On April 6, a Navy medic opened fire at a F...

Apr 15, 20211 hr 37 minEp. 22

Excuse me, Who Is On Trial; Derek Chauvin or George Floyd?

CUJO in the White House? Major Biden, the Biden family rescue dog, has a second biting incident. Prayers Up for DMX, the rapper has been hospitalized, and according to news reports is, "in a vegetative state.” Florida Congressman, Matt Gaetz, who may have crossed moral and legal lines, is now the subject of a federal sex-trafficking investigation. The trial of Derek Chauvin enters week two and some are wondering if the Prosecution is making an effective presentation. A Virginia man, described as...

Apr 08, 20211 hr 14 minEp. 21

Do The Right Thing

Flame hits the road so Lauren & Nick are left to steer the ship! NYC moves to end qualified immunity, Virginia abolishes the death penalty, an emotional first day of testimony at Derek Chauvin’s murder trial and Georgia lawmaker, Park Cannon, is arrested and forcibly removed from Capitol after protesting new voting restrictions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Apr 01, 20211 hr 6 minEp. 20

Am I my Brother’s Keeper? And does my Brother Keep me?

Flame, Lauren, Nick & The Flamettes discuss the crisis at the US-Mexico border, folks partying in Miami during the pandemic and inequities at the NCAA March Madness training facilities. This month Spirit Airlines removed a family of four for not adhering to masking guidelines; and the hashtag #StopAsianHate started trending after a mass shooting in Atlanta. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Mar 25, 20211 hr 23 min

Are They Canceled ?

Description: Flame, Lauren, and Nick discuss Kirk Franklin’s son outing their family business, Sharon Osbourne & Sheryl Underwood, and Governor Andrew Cuomo’s ongoing investigation as more accusers come forward. The Flamettes weigh in. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 18

A Prince, A Governor, and A Police Officer

Flame, Lauren, Nick and the Flamettes discuss Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s groundbreaking interview with Oprah Winfrey and Harry’s decision to give up everything to save the woman he loves. Governor Andrew Cuomo is in hot water. Should he resign? Voting in America - Democrats are fighting against, what they’re calling “aggressive GOP efforts to suppress voter participation.” First day of jury selection in the trial of Derek Chauvin, the officer implicated in the murder of George Floyd. Learn...

Mar 11, 20211 hr 9 minEp. 17

The Ts Madison Experience

Special Guest Ts Madison and her “Maddie Mob” join Flame, Lauren, Nick & the Flamettes to discuss her new show “The Ts Madison Experience” - premiering on the WE Television Network Thursday, March 4th. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 04, 20211 hr 25 minEp. 16

A Lesson in Black History: There is no one answer

The birth of the daughter of a high-profile Chicago transgender couple, has prompted the Illinois Department of Public Health to update its birth certificate system. Flame, Lauren, Nick & the Flamettes discuss. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 20211 hr 29 minEp. 15

Black History- Our Reality

Flame , Lauren, and Nick, discuss Black History. The Flamettes share their personal experiences with taking the COVID vaccine. Dr. Bae makes a surprise visit to discuss why he recommends everyone should receive a COVID vaccination. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 18, 20211 hr 22 minEp. 14

Santa Clause ain’t got sh*t on Tiffany.

Stand Up Comedian and writer, Godfrey joins Flame, Lauren and Nick to discuss his role in “Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready 2” working the comedy circuit and why he feels it’s important to pay in forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 11, 20211 hr 34 minEp. 13

It’s My Money and I Need It Now!

What’s up with that stimulus check? Flame, Lauren, Nick and the Flamettes give their Super Bowl Predictions, sound off on identity politics and celebrate the Biden administration’s move to end federal contracts with private prisons. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 04, 20211 hr 20 min

It’s Never Too Big with Jo Koy

Stand-Up Comic Jo Koy joins Flame, Lauren & Nick to discuss family, his new audio book, “Mixed Plate,” the “most expensive toilet” ever and an event that almost made him quit comedy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 28, 20211 hr 16 minEp. 11

This Is America!

Remembering Dr. King, Standing Your Ground & Honoring a “Good-man” with the nation’s capital on lockdown! Flame, Lauren, Nick and the Flamettes weigh in. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 21, 20211 hr 23 min

A COMMON-sation! with Common

Multiple award winning artist, COMMON visits Laugh and Learn to discuss music, meditation, politics and everything in between! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 14, 20211 hr 24 minEp. 9

Leave Lori Lightfoot alone, that’s my city's mayor!

Flame, Lauren and Nick discuss Chicago politics, why Life Insurance is key and prostate exams are the tea! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 07, 20211 hr 28 min
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