In this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B is joined by personality, podcaster, and Atlanta transplant Sy Ari Da Kid for a spirited, sometimes ignorant—but always intentional—debate on the cultural divide between the North and the South, specifically New York and Atlanta. The conversation unpacks everything from fashion, food, and regional etiquette to politics, gun laws, and religion, all through a lens of lived experience. The hosts challenge one another on cultural bias, safety, and id...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this introspective and candid episode of Selective Ignorance , host Mandii B turns the spotlight on the often uncomfortable—but necessary—conversation around accountability in relationships. Specifically, she explores the ways women sometimes overlook glaring red flags in pursuit of love, security, or validation, and how societal expectations can blur the lines between empathy and accountability. The episode begins with [00:00] an overview of accountability and relationship choices , inviting...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this powerful and necessary conversation on Selective Ignorance , Mandii B joined by special guest Jason "Jah" Lee ( Bossip, CNN ) alongside A-King and Jayson Rodriguez take a close look at the ongoing Diddy trial and the broader conversations it has sparked around consent, abuse, and accountability—especially when wealth and celebrity are involved. The episode opens with a personal [00:00] introduction and book announcement, a quick recap of the Joey Bada$$ vs. The West Coast rap battle befo...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this week's episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B sits down with her producers A-King and Jayson Rodriguez for a thought-provoking and often humorous conversation that ventures into the world of conspiracy theories, cultural mistrust, and the broader impact of cancel culture. Kicking things off with reflections from the audience and personal anecdotes (00:00, 08:06) , the discussion quickly takes a deeper turn as they explore how conspiracy theories have historically — and often deliberat...
May 20, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 15
On this week's episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B leads a candid, insightful conversation that tackles the persistent myths and societal pressures women face as they approach and cross the age of 30 (00:00) . Joined by joined by special guests Lex P (Pour Minds), KikiSaidSo, and KillahBee, who speak from both personal experience and cultural observation, the episode explores how outdated timelines around career success, marriage, and motherhood continue to shape expectations— often creati...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 14
On this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B is joined by journalist and cultural commentator Dometi Pongo for a thoughtful and timely conversation about the shifting meaning of the American Dream (00:00 ). Together, they examine how societal promises of success have evolved—especially for younger generations—and how factors like student debt, economic disparity, and generational trauma have made the traditional path to "making it" feel more like a myth than a milestone (10:00 ). They discu...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 13
In this episode, Mandii B and the Selective Ignorance crew recap the first quarter of 2025 with reflections on her upcoming book tour for 'No Holes Barred' (00:00) , listener feedback, and key cultural and political moments from January through March. She discusses the fallout from Trump’s inauguration and the widespread impact of the LA fires (20:00) , urging compassion in a time marked by growing indifference (30:07) . The conversation shifts to unusual drone sightings (36:45) , Kendrick Lamar...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Mandii B and special guest Ish ( Joe Budden Podcast ) dive into generational wealth, Black consumerism, and t he ethical side of building and managing money (00:00) . The host and guest unpack the pros and cons of home ownership vs. renting (02:50) , the importance of financial literacy (06:03) , and the potential impact of reparations on wealth distribution (08:54) . They examine t he role of billionaires in society (12:03) , why education is key to managing wealth (15:11) , and how home owners...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 11
On this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandi B and special guests Syd and Reeezy ( MESS Podcast ) the hosts sit down for a layered conversation about privilege—what it looks like, who has it, and how it shows up in ways we may not always notice. From the jump, they offer a f resh perspective on privilege (02:51) and unpack the hierarchy of privilege (05:57) that exists in our society. They get into pretty privilege (08:47) and how it intersects with body image (11:58) , before expanding the co...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Is marriage still the goal—or has the goal changed? In this thought-provoking episode of Selective Igonorance , Mandii B sits down with seasoned dating and relationship coach Alison ( Align With Alison ) to unpack how modern views on marriage are shifting, especially for successful women. Kicking things off at [ 00:00 – The Evolution of Marriage ], they explore the roots of the institution and how its purpose has transformed over time. By [ 03:15 – Challenging Traditional Views on Marriage ], th...
Apr 08, 2025•51 min•Season 1Ep. 9
On this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B and special guests Kazeem Famuyide ( 7pm In Brooklyn ) and Kevin Clancey ( Barstool Sports ) take a deep dive into the layers of race, personal branding, and economics shaping the world of sports, with a spotlight on the WNBA and the rivalry between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. The conversation kicks off with The Problematic Nature of Race in Sports (00:00) before debating who truly represents the league’s future (01:57). As we compare Caitlin C...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 8
On this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandi B and co joined by special guest Raqi Thunda ( NYT Times Best Seller, Armed With Good Intentions ), dive into the realities of navigating corporate dynamics (03:09) , particularly for women in media. They unpack the challenges of imposter syndrome and insecurities (09:05 ) , t he weight of entitlement in corporate settings (11:56) , and the ever-evolving impact of social media on careers (05:59) . As the conversation unfolds, they discuss the balanc...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 7
On this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B and the crew joined by special guests Passport Cutty ( The M In Man Is For Money ) , Mouse Jones ( Dead Ass Comedy Show , Trap Karoke ) and Ish ( That Ish , The Joe Budden Podcast ) tackle the idea of defining patriarchy and its impact (00:00) , exploring how it shapes gender roles, relationships, and societal norms. We dive into the emotional and financial dynamics in relationships (03:01) , discussing how power, expectations, and personal respo...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Season 1Ep. 6
On this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B and co. welcome special guests Mero ( 7PM In Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony , Victory Light Podcast ), Lizbell Ortiz, and Rainey Ovalle ( Victory Light Podcast ) for an open, honest, and thoughtful conversation about body image, fat shaming, and the pressures of society’s expectations around weight. The discussion kicks off with an exploration of fat shaming and body image (02:49) , followed by a debate on whether there’s ever a “right” to fat sha...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 5
On this episode of Selective Ignorance, Mandii B takes a deep dive into accountability and justice within the Black community and the criminal justice system. Joined by special guests Selena Hill (Black Enterprise) and criminal defense attorney Kenneth J. Montgomery, the conversation unpacks sentencing disparities, performative activism, and the role of education and community in addressing crime.The discussion begins with (00:00) a call for accountability in the Black community before examining...
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 4
On this episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandii B with special guest and fellow podcaster Rory Farrell dive into the ongoing debate of separating art from the artist (00:00 ), tackling the hypocrisy in music and how controversial figures are celebrated (02:50) . Mandii B and Rory Farrell break down the influence of social media on artist perception (09:01) , the power of redemption (11:52) , and the double-edged sword of fame ( 18:03) . They explore cancel culture and the nuances of accountabili...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Society is brimming with hypocrisy, indignation and opinions—the Selective Ignorance Podcast will dare to challenge the complexities behind internet reaction and the public’s beliefs by unpacking trending topics with educational comedy and quick wit hot takes. Each week, Mandii B engages guests from the worlds of media, comedy and entertainment, as well as cultural and topical experts, to tackle everything from current events to the latest scandals in order to confront biases, embrace the uncomf...
Feb 18, 2025•3 min
Mandi B, joined by special guest Antoinette from the Around The Way Curls podcast, take a deep dive into capitalism, corporate culture, and the challenges of conscious consumerism. They kick things off by examining the tug-of-war between personal values and consumer choices (2:54) before breaking down the real impact of boycotts and collective action (6:13 ). The conversation explores the tension between individual responsibility and community welfare (9:02) , the influence of wealth and power i...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 2
On this debut episode of Selective Ignorance , Mandi B reflects on her recent move to Atlanta, the end of a partnership in podcasting and her new solo venture, 'Selective Ignorance’ (1:00) . Mandii discusses the importance of success, freedom, and the power of discourse (4:24) , while also addressing criticism and the realities of the podcasting industry (6:19 ) . The episode highlights the significance of community support, particularly for black businesses. Mandi also shares a wild and funny s...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 1
