Get out your tea and crumpets! This week we unravel Oprah’s interview with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry (28:09). There seems to be drama brewing in Buckingham Palace. Texas goes maskless amidst the pandemic (03:45), Dr. Suess gets "canceled,"(20:18) and Instagram temporarily removes likes (15:13). We also talk about LLC Twitter, coaches and racism (57:37), Jay-Z selling Tidal (47:11), and a lot more! So much free content for you this week! As always LIKE, SHARE, & SUBSCRIBE. Thanks for lis...
Mar 10, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 105
Today we provide an update and our thoughts on the Covid relief bill currently being voted on. How do we hold politicians accountable? Justin and Donté also discuss the black community's history with vaccines and medical professionals (23:19). Will we get vaccinated? And do we trust it? We cover criticism and whether or not it's still okay to criticize in today’s culture (32:58). Say it with your chest and say what you mean! We would love to hear your feedback on this one. As always like, share,...
Mar 03, 2021•57 min•Ep. 104
Welcome back! We’re sorry we didn’t have an episode for you last week but we made up for it here. Today we talk about the #TexasFreeze and how independence came back to bite the state (03:46). We also continue our discussion from last week about racism and redemption (13:48). We then talk about Judas and the Black Messiah and how it impacted us (no spoilers) (16:56). Finally, in honor of #BlackHistoryMonth , we talk about our experiences as black men navigating this world (28:09). We would love ...
Feb 24, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 103
Welcome back! Today we discuss the recent events in country music surrounding racism and Morgan Wallen. (03:25) This leads to a larger debate about redemption. Does calling someone a racial slur once make you a racist forever? What is an adequate form of accountability for those who use the N-word? The Weeknd's halftime performance has garnered mixed reviews. We weren't here for it! We discuss his show in detail and make our selections for future halftime shows. (23:30) Which performers need to ...
Feb 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 102
On today’s episode, we talk about scams. What’s something that we’ve been lead to believe is normal but is really a scam? We talk about healthcare, popular brands, relationships, and more. We also have some things to get off our chest about music and double standards. Tell your friends to tell their friends. Thanks for joining us for another episode! If you have a question to ask us please use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebwcH-zavRYLwvOO6Gq3tv7CmrkkqRF9Cj5uRdqENiR42MVA/v...
Feb 03, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 101
On this week's episode, we cover the complicated topic of code-switching! What is it? Is speaking “white” a thing? Why do people feel the need to change their voice, clothing, or name in order to fit in with society? We talk all about our experience with people telling us we "aren't black" just because we don't fit into the box society put us in. Sometimes we code switch to survive but at the end of the day, no one should minimize themselves to make other people comfortable. Be yourself! Let us ...
Jan 28, 2021•58 min•Ep. 100
Welcome back! On today's episode, we cover the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Did you watch the event? What are your opinions on the musical performances of Lady Gaga and JLO? We also discuss policies we need to see from the Biden-Harris administration. Healthcare is a RIGHT! What is the future of the Republican Party? Does Trump have a cult-like following? Should we celebrate politicians? Can we stop with the revisionist history? (John Mccain & George ...
Jan 24, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 99
On today’s episode, Justin and Dontè address the radical insurrection that took place on Wednesday, January 6th 2021. We witnessed one of the darkest days of our nation and we have a few things to get off our chest. The MAGA gang won’t like this episode and we don’t care. If you have a question to ask us PLEASE use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebwcH-zavRYLwvOO6Gq3tv7CmrkkqRF9Cj5uRdqENiR42MVA/viewform Tell a friend to tell a friend! Be sure to leave a RATING/REVIEW on Appl...
Jan 12, 2021•42 min•Ep. 98
*please forgive the quality (02:39-11:54) We made it y’all! We survived 2020 and we are manifesting great things for 2021! Today we have some things get off our chest regarding New Years resolutions and social media validation (09:14). Is $600 enough stimulus for you or is it an insult? (14:01) This week we’re running through some ‘What Would You Do’ scenarios covering topics like marriage, sex, cheating, murder, loyalty & a lot more! Let us know what would you do (21:30)! If your sibling wa...
Jan 06, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 97
It’s the last episode of 2020! What are you leaving in 2020 and what are you looking forward to in 2021? We discuss our goals for the new year, things we are leaving behind, and the future of the podcast. Tell your friend to tell a friend. In this episode, fan-favorite Dupree ( @_donnie_f ) is back for his final episode. If you have a question to ask us please use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebwcH-zavRYLwvOO6Gq3tv7CmrkkqRF9Cj5uRdqENiR42MVA/viewform Tell a friend to tell ...
Dec 31, 2020•48 min•Ep. 96
Welcome back! This is our Christmas episode and the most wonderful podcast of the year! The NFL is putting money over lives, games are not being canceled over COVID outbreaks. We see this happening in college athletics as well. Are the players being exploited? (09:18) The government is calling Facebook a monopoly and says they must sell Instagram and WhatsApp. Does Facebook go too far? Did Facebook affect the election results? (21:55) Dolly Parton is having a great year! What’s Justin’s problem ...
Dec 24, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 95
With recent news of Warner Brothers now streaming movies directly to HBO Max, are we witnessing the death of the movie industry? (06:15) What is the "new normal" and what will it look like? There are rumors that the vaccine will be made mandatory to be a member of society. Are you willing to lose your job over a vaccine? (10:55) We cover diversity and the impact it has on corporate America. We also discuss privilege in all forms and how wealth affects opportunities. Should we get rid of affirmat...
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 94
We’re back! This week, we address Trump supporters aka maggots in our DM's. We had to read this person...with love LOL. Are you going to take the COVID vaccine? Do you trust it? What will the new normal look like? Is herd immunity the best option for our nation? Mask are not a political statement, let’s stop making them one. What is Obama’s legacy? He came under fire for his thoughts on defunding the police and progressives are not happy. We address the absence of black fathers in our community ...
Dec 10, 2020•58 min•Ep. 93
Welcome back! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving and you enjoyed the last episode. On this episode, we cover our favorite Thanksgiving dishes. Is your momma’s food trash? In a race draft can we trade Terry Crews and Candice Owens for unproblematic white people? We are Polar Opposites for a reason, this one gets pretty heated. Amy Coney Barrett is already making her presence felt on the Supreme Court, in a new 5-4 ruling about religious freedoms. The Weeknd has one of the biggest albums of the yea...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 92
Thanksgiving is here and we have a lot to be thankful for! This week, Justin has something to get off his chest. Our last episode was a big hit! Thank you for your questions and responses. Is Megan Thee Stallion ignoring black media by refusing to go on The Breakfast Club? Cardi B was named Billboard's Woman of the Year. Did she deserve it? How do you like the new Instagram update? We think it’s trash. Is Amazon taking over the world? Did you watch the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air 30 year Reunion on ...
Nov 25, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 91
You have questions? We have answers ! What did you want to know about Justin and Dupree ? Did the NFL get the halftime show performer correct? We get some things off our chest, we answer listener questions and Dupree continues his beef with Chris Brown. Smh... Tell a friend to tell a friend! Be sure to leave a RATING/REVIEW on Apple Podcast! Thanks for listening! FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/justin_alzi/ FOLLOW THE PODCAST PAGE: https://www.instagram.com/polaroppositespod/ F...
Nov 18, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 90
You know what they say: “opinions are like ass$#%~, everybody has one.” We all have deeply held opinions that no else agrees with but we believe to be true. What are some of yours? What do you think we got wrong? In this episode, our fave Dupree (@_donnie_f) joins me to discuss our unpopular opinions in music, movies, food and culture. We get progressive and problematic. Let us know what you think. Tell a friend to tell a friend ! Be sure to leave a RATING/REVIEW on Apple Podcast! Thanks for lis...
Nov 11, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 89
If the 2020 Presidential Election taught us anything, it taught us that THIS IS AMERICA. After all of the hatred, racism , and corruption, Donald Trump still managed to gain more than 70,000,000 votes. Our country isn't the tolerant, "united" country we pretend to be. It is time we start being honest. In this episode, our fave Dupree ( @_donnie_f ) joins me to discuss what the 2020 election means for the country, whether white people are scared of a diversifying country, and whether Trump will h...
Nov 08, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 88
We all had expectations for the 2020 presidential election and in this episode, we kind of missed the mark. This year's election brought about surprising results. In this episode, Dupree and I talk about our expectations for the election and how trash these four years have been. Where were you during the 2016 election? Would a friend coming out as a Trump supporter end a friendship? FOLLOW me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin_alzi/ FOLLOW the Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pol...
Nov 06, 2020•45 min•Ep. 87
If Harriet Tubman saw what was happening in the world right now, she'd be rolling in her grave. This week I was joined by Enrique ( @enriqueescobvr ) & Dupree ( @_donnie_f ) as we discussed black wealth, Trump, and what it means to be black. There's really not a way to define this episode lol. Do black people self segregate themselves? Is the cookout only for black people (yes)? Is Maroon 5 the Nickleback of Gen Z? We discuss it all! This was a fun episode. Hope you enjoy it! FOLLOW me on In...
Oct 28, 2020•59 min•Ep. 86
With so much happening in the world, many have taken to social media to express their frustrations with the current state of their communities. Some people have targeted celebrities by calling out their silence regarding the SARS protests in Nigeria. Do celebrities have an obligation to speak on political issues? Why do people call out celebrities for staying silent on social issues? Does having a big platform make someone obligated to highlight, donate, or speak on certain issues? Why do we hol...
Oct 24, 2020•44 min•Ep. 84
What would you do if someone knowingly gave you an incurable STD? If you were an NFL player would you stand or take a knee and risk your future earnings. If you made significantly more than your partner, would you sign a prenup? On this week's episode, I'm joined by Enrique ( @enriqueescobvr ) of "In the Lounge" podcast. Enrique and I discuss several scenarios and how we would handle each one. Life isn't ever black & white. There are shades of grey to every situation and we discuss them in t...
Oct 07, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 83
Where is the limit when it comes to technology in your life? As technology increases, companies have tried to encroach on our everyday lives. Do you own an Amazon Alexa? Do you use a fingerprint scanner? When will you allow your child access to a phone or social media? This week, our fave Steffi ( @inn_mho ) joins me to talk about technology, privacy, and our addiction to social media. We both watched Netflix's new documentary ' The Social Dilemma ' and it inspired us to discuss the past, presen...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 82
Just when you thought 2020 couldn't get any worse... Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg dies and now chaos ensues. What will happen with the upcoming election? Will Trump nominate a replacement just days before the election? This year has proven things CAN and WILL get worse but listen to us rant about it anyway! In this week's episode, I'm joined by my boy Dupree of 'In The Lounge' podcast as we talk about the future of our democracy as we know it. Should we hold RBG responsible for not ...
Sep 22, 2020•58 min•Ep. 81
Does a bisexual man have an obligation to disclose his sexuality to a woman he's dating? If a guy removes a condom during sex, is that considered rape? Why don't men come forward with their stories of sexual abuse? We attempt to answer these questions... This week our fave Steffi (@inn_mho) is back to discuss HBO's hit show ' I May Destroy You ' and the complicated issues the show delved into. This show deals with a woman who goes out for a night of drinks only to find herself roofied and raped....
Sep 17, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 80
Its been such a busy week! Hope you all are doing well. This week y'all are getting a rerun. Hey, if television does it, I can do it too lmao. This episode was recorded during the quarantine. I'm joined by my friend Jared ( @shewenttojarred ) as we discuss how our world will transition after COVID-19. What will remain the same? What will change? Hope you guys enjoy it! Be sure to RATE, SUBSCRIBE, & REVIEW the show! In the News: (10:00) Main Topic: (22:46) FOLLOW me on Instagram: https://www....
Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 79
Should your significant other have access to your phone password? Are white people allowed to have their own college club based on their race? Is it unethical for an actor to hide their terminal illness from a movie studio that has them in mind for multiple sequels? This week Steffi ( @inn_mho ) joins me as we play a round of ‘Unpopular Opinions!’ Do you agree with our takes on these issues? RIP Chadwick Boseman. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, & SHARE the show if you love it!! FOLLOW me on Inst...
Sep 02, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 78
Why do Black people easily allow others to come in and appropriate their culture? Black people are the most exploited group in America but in some instances, it seems like they are complicit in the exploitation of black culture. This week I'm joined by Dupree ( @_donnie_f ) of 'In the Lounge' Podcast as we discuss cultural appropriation and its usages in pop culture and the rest of the world. Is Justin Timberlake a culture vulture? Is Ariana Grande using tanning to look racially ambiguous? We di...
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 77
Everyone has a culture but this week I wanted to discuss what White Americans celebrate as part of their culture. Guns? Hunting for sport? Country music? Why do we have such a hard time pinpointing what their culture is? In this episode, we try to answer that question. I'm joined by fan of the show Julia ( @jukeboxbluez ) on this episode! She's white btw lol. FOLLOW me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin_alzi/ FOLLOW the Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polaroppositespod/ FOLLOW J...
Aug 13, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 76
Beyonce's 'Black Is King' visual album has premiered and we finally give our thoughts! Is the film exploitative of African culture? Why is this project dividing so many people? Is it any good? This week, friend of the show Ukairo ( @ukairoukairo ) joins me as we discuss Ellen DeGeneres being canceled, white mediocrity (Taylor Swift's Folklore) vs black excellence, corona conspiracies (Herman Cain), & so much more! Be sure to SUBSCRIBE! Off My Chest: (05:14) Ellen DeGeneres Canceled (12:41) W...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 75
