BLACK MEN: GAY VS STRAIGHT feat. Wilson Blacks | NO DAZE OFF POD Our latest unreleased episode takes us back a few months before #rona, where the brothers are joined by good friend and fellow Grapevine panelist Wilson Blacks. As part of ndo's ongoing "masculinity series" the three dissect multiple relationships in the black community, more importantly, the relationship between straight black men and gay black men. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep t...
May 18, 2020•2 hr 21 min
#Rona Realness: Quarantine Update | S2E23 #Rona came in hard & strong, shifting our whole lives in an unexpected direction. On this episode, the fabulous Danhy convinced us to get into our feelings and talk about how living in quarantine has impacted us- the good, the bad, and the ugly (aka dating). Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweeting us at @nodazeoff, using the hashtag #nodazeofftv! Talk to you soon, ...
May 09, 2020•1 hr 30 min
THE UPS & DOWNS OF BLACK MASCULINITY FEAT. GAYLE KING, DWYANE WADE & SNOOP DOGG | S2E22 We've been gone for a minute, now we're back with the jumpopff! It's our first episode back since the new year. So, we had to dive right on ova into it! We had a much needed catchup session right before getting into the meat of black #masculinity in its various forms. From how Dwayne Wade responds to his daughter and the media to how Snoop disgustingly responds to Gayle King's tacky interview on Kobe ...
Feb 21, 2020•1 hr 44 min
LIVE, LOVE, SLAY -A Conversation w/ Terry Torrington of SlayTV | S2E21 On the latest episode of No Daze Off, the brothers get right down to business with SlayTV's very own, Terry Torrington. With too many accolades to count including creator of the hit web series, Love @ First Night & Co-founder of SlayTV, Terry candidly opens up about his impact in the community, family trauma, mental health, love & business and the balancing act of it all. Yeah, we got on ova into it! Join in on the co...
Dec 21, 2019•1 hr 49 min
BLACK QUEER MEN: THE DOCTOR'S ORDER feat. DR. VANCE | S2E20 On the latest episode of NDO the brother sit down with friend of the show & mental health influencer, Dr. Vance @vanceology. From exploring loneliness, a reoccurring theme this season, to dating and trauma, the three explore remedies for everything black & gay. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweeting us at @nodazeoff, using the hashtag #nodaze...
Nov 08, 2019•2 hr
BLACK MEN WHO LOVE TRANS WOMEN | S2E19 On the latest episode of NDO, the bothers sit down with Josh (@kingoftheswipe) and Dreya (@dreyastclair) to dig deeper into the conversation about Black men who love Trans women. The violence facing the trans community is an epidemic. So, what role do the men, specifically men who love Trans women, play? Josh invites us into his journey as a man attracted to Trans women, while Dreya gives some dynamic insight into her trans experience. Join in on the conver...
Oct 25, 2019•2 hr 24 min
BLACK MEN & LONELINESS | S2E18 - Have you ever felt lonely? On this episode, Donovan and William explore loneliness amongst Black men with activist and criminal justice warrior, FLOW (@flowlikeits89). Discussing everything from living as a black man in an apathetic society, to self-accountability, the guys dig deep into the realities of confronting loneliness for men. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweetin...
Oct 11, 2019•2 hr 35 min
SEASON 2 PREMIERE | S2E17 - On the season 2 premiere of NDO, the brothers are back!!! just in time for the new season, Donovan & William talk transition! After some much needed catch-up, they get into their summer experiences and lesson learned- everything from "hot girl summer" to "fuck boy fall", along with a little toxic masculinity, vulnerability and of course, designing life. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitt...
Oct 04, 2019•1 hr 34 min
GOD | S1E16 - On the latest episode of NDO, closing out our first season, we are joined by Cory L. Scott, author, public speaker and pastor. Cory eloquently explains his relationship with GOD, religion and the church community through his unique intersection of being a black gay minister in Chicago. As always Cory gets really real, drops a few gems ad offers some great insight to anyone on any type of spiritual journey. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can ...
Aug 03, 2019•2 hr 33 min
VALUE | S1E15 val·ue: /ˈvalyo͞o/ 1. a person's principles or standards of behavior; one's judgment of what is important in life. On the latest episode of no daze off in the height of pride month, the brothers exchange views on value, the importance of understanding self worth and how we can move forward as beings that uniquely and positively impact the ethos all while having a good fucking time! Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation goi...
Jun 26, 2019•1 hr 55 min
POWER | S1E14 It's been a minute y'all! On the latest episode of NDO, the Brooklyn brothers are joined by their great friend Danhy the Diva, and the three discuss the process of growth while being away. With responsibilities to family, friends, careers, passion projects, etc, it is not uncommon to feel a sense of guilt or depression adjacent when you aren’t fully present. Join us as we talk through some of our experiences that continue to help us identify the limitless powers within, even throug...
May 03, 2019•1 hr 32 min
THE MATRIX- LIVING IN A DIGITAL WORLD | S1E13 - We are living in a digital world whether we like it or not. We are so plugged in that it can be hard to separate what's real and what's not. On this episode, Donovan and William, along with special guest, Danhy Clermont (@i_am_danhy), discuss the ways they've uncovered to help navigate the intersecting worlds of the matrix & real life. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twi...
Mar 02, 2019•1 hr 46 min
DEATH | S1E12 - On this bonus episode of No Daze Off, along with special guest Danhy Clermont, the fellas tackle the conversation of DEATH. It's not an easy thing to talk about, but it is something that we will all have to encounter sooner or later. Whether we have had to say bye to a loved one physically, emotionally, or otherwise, how do we handle the death of something or someone we love, without losing ourselves? Who the hell knows? Feel free to join Donovan, William and Danhy as they take a...
Jan 20, 2019•1 hr 11 min
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING | S1E11 - On the latest episode of NDO, in the spirit of the holiday season and the upcoming New Year, the brothers talk community and the meaning of taking care of one another. This episode was inspired by the familiar New York MTA slogan, "If you see something, say something" and William questioning if we are genuinely doing what's necessary to take care of our community, and in turn ourselves by speaking and stepping up. Donovan thoughtfully closes the show...
Dec 29, 2018•1 hr 20 min
DWIGHT HOWARD: THE BLAME GAME | S1E10 - On this episode, Donovan and William discuss that Dwight Howard controversy surrounding his relationship with a trans woman. The brothers share their opinions and dissect society's hidden impact on the everyday lives of the trans community and the men and women that love & engage them in secrecy. Who is to blame? Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweeting us at @nodazeo...
Nov 29, 2018•1 hr 31 min
NDO| HARD WORK | S1E9 - On this episode of NDO, the brothers openly chat about the beauty and struggle of hard work, how it can and has grown them, and what it all really means when you take a step back and look at the bigger picture. What does "hard work" mean to you? Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweeting us at @nodazeoff, using the hashtag #nodazeofftv! Talk to you soon, boos! <3
Nov 09, 2018•1 hr 39 min
NDO| REASONABLE EXPECTATIONS | S1E8 - In this episode, the Brothers get a little personal, talking about their experiences with relationships and expectations. While William weighs the pros and cons of his new relationship with a white non-relatable therapist, Donovan shares his most recent dating experience and how a dating app, yet again, became the other man. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweeting us at @n...
Oct 14, 2018•1 hr 19 min
NDO| MENTAL HEALTH: PRIDE & SUICIDE | S1E7 - On this episode of No Daze Off, Donovan and WIlliam discuss pride from their perspectives, stemming from lasts month’s Pride week in NYC, also tying in conversation about mental health, spirituality, and the act of kindness, surrounding the recent and public suicides by celebrities. The guys open up about darker times in their lives and share tools they use to help get them through. The episode wraps up with a very frustrating talk about the immig...
Jul 28, 2018•1 hr 41 min
NDO| SCHOOLIN' LIFE, OLD FLAMES & DIGITAL DATING | S1E6 - On this flash back Friday, this episode comes courtesy of our lost files! William and Donovan discuss their experiences both in college and in the school of life. They also get into a candid conversation about igniting old flames. How do we know when it’s time to give an old thing a chance vs. knowing when we are falling into old habits? Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation ...
Jun 23, 2018•1 hr 20 min
NDO| ROSEANNE & CANCEL CULTURE | S1E5 - On this episode, the boys openly discuss dating and taking control over the experience. They also dive into the very recent and popular scandal with Rosanne Barr( Dick Head of the Day) and her racist twitter rhetoric, bringing up the conversation of “Cancel Culture” and the spectrum of forgiveness. Donovan wraps up the conversation with sharing his experience about traveling to London with The Grapevine and having a global conversation about the meanin...
Jun 06, 2018•1 hr 28 min
NDO| THIS IS AMERICA: PARENTING & GENTRIFICATION | S1E4 - In this Mother's Day tribute episode, Don and Will explore the art and idea of parenting from a child's perspective and honoring DJ Khaled with 'Dick Head of the Day' for his not so popular teaching points. Don also recounts his near-death experience with gentrification and the BK brothers discuss "This is America," Donald Glover's blackness and his white partner. Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You...
May 20, 2018•2 hr 7 min
NDO| BEAUTY & THE BILL (COSBY)| S1E3 - In this episode, Will and Don discuss the cultural impact of the mounting cases and verdicts against Bill Cosby. What does this mean for Black people and should we still watch The Cosby Show? On a lighter note, they also talk about the way we see BEAUTY as a society & what it all means... What does beauty mean to you? Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweeting us @ @...
May 09, 2018•1 hr 22 min
NDO| SHADE CULTURE & TRUE FRIENDSHIPS | S1E2 - Gay culture has been known for creating and cultivating SHADE. In this episode, Don & Will explore how we can make sure that we can still source some light and positivity from the people the closest to us... They also made time to talk about going from being a youngin' to a "zaddy"... Join in on the conversation and be sure to follow us and subscribe. You can keep the conversation going on twitter by tweeting us @ @nodazeoff, using the hasht...
May 07, 2018•1 hr 11 min
NDO| WELCOME TO NO DAZE OFF | S1E1 - On the debut episode of No Daze Off, Donovan and William discuss the inspiration for the show -- Taking time to get to know yourself! Taking No Shit, and most importantly, TAKING NO DAZE OFF! Bringing real conversation through both a spiritual and curious perspective, we explore everything from sex to politics. When was the last time you got to hear about this sh*t from two Black Gay Guys from the coasts? So, grab some doobity or whatever your pleasure... Dig...
May 03, 2018•1 hr 58 min
