WYWS: You People
While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: You People - Recap & Review
Feb 10, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 1
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Conversations from five Black women that run the gamut of books, films, tv show recaps, pop culture events and everything in between. Come for the witty takes and reviews but leave with an appreciation of what makes Black friendship beautiful.
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Episodes
The Nap Hour - "The Parent Test" S1 Ep. 1-2
We are reviewing "The Parent Test" episodes 1 & 2. Dissecting the tests presented to the families in the show, we imagine our own responses as parents to such challenges; and acknowledge that there is a bit to be learned from each parenting style.
Feb 06, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 1
GTLS: "Girlfriends Talking Living Single" Season 1 Ep. 1-3
Surprise Series! We are talking the one, the only, the incredible, "LIVING SINGLE!" (And yes, you may read that in your best singing voice) This show gave so many things to so many people, including Permission. Permission to be an unapologetic, business-running, career-killing, fashion-styling, sweet summer-child'n black woman who was both independent but not alone. The relationships between these women appeared authentic on-screen, the humor kept us all wanting for more, and the writing gave it...
Jan 30, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 1
WYWS: Sister Wives S17
While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: Sister Wives S17 - Recap & Review
Jan 20, 2023•2 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 13
WNTT Mini Ep: Anti-Resolutions in 2023. Thank You Glennon Doyle
For this mini topic, we each answer Glennon Doyle's question, "what is the truest most beautiful story about your life that you can imagine?" Some resolutions sneak in as we describe, to the best of our abilities, our hopes and dreams - but ultimately we divulge a little bit of ourselves.
Jan 18, 2023•30 min
GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 24 & 25
We have reached the end of Season 3! And will be taking a break from our "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" series to usher in some new content we are excited about. Stay tuned! Now, for this podcast episode: William is being used as a confidant by all the Girlfriends' men. We discuss how (heterosexual) men choose to listen to other men before, after, or rather than trusting the word of women. Mya is now sexually liberated, and sets her sights on Toni's brother, despite the objections of Toni's m...
Jan 16, 2023•59 min•Season 3Ep. 14
POCcorn - Happy New Year
The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. In this episode, we discuss Happy New Year and select the "Finale Dance" scene as our POCcorn moment. To start the New Year, we wanted a light, fun, quality film to kick us off. We got that and more in this 3 hour epic comedy. With its many, many slow-mo scenes and downright foolishness, ...
Jan 13, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 14
POCcorn - Strange World
The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. In this episode, we discuss Strange World and select the "truce" scene between Ethan Clade and Splat as our POCcorn moment. Another animation with no clear villain in sight, this film explores the complexities of a multi-generational family, a collection of diverse lifestyles, countless o...
Jan 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 13
The Nap Hour - Year in Review
In our obligatory year-end retrospective, we talk about our highlights and areas of growth. Along the way we once again advocate for therapy and really doing self-care that is restorative.
Jan 04, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 12
GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 21, 22 & 23
We have changed our format just a bit by discussing THREE "Girlfriends" episodes in one; and plan to move forward with this as we hurdle through the many more seasons to go. Here's what we covered: Episode 21 marks the end of Sharon and William's short-lived relationship, but the beginning of Sharon and Joan's friendship. A couple weeks after chatting about the T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach scandal, we discuss the ethics of conducting a relationship in a professional environment. We also talk about...
Jan 02, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 13
POCcorn - Avatar: The Way of the Water
Welcome to our first podcast crossover with POCcorn and While You Were Scrolling... The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. While You Were Scrolling... is a review podcast recapping films, shows and books we loved or hated. Spoilers included. In this episode, we discuss Avatar: The Way of Water and select both the "underwater m...
Dec 30, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 12
GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 19 & 20
Episode 19 is an episode that stuck with most of us since our first viewings as teenagers. The girlfriends are confronted with the AIDS epidemic as their friend, Reesie, from college reveals that she has been diagnosed with the disease. Shocked, saddened and scared, the girlfriends are confronted with the their own fears once Reesie cuts herself in Joan's kitchen and attempts to convince everyone that they are not in danger now that her blood is exposed. We discuss our feelings on this episode w...
Dec 26, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 12
POCcorn - Ponyo
The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. In this episode, we discuss Ponyo and select the "reunion" scene between Fujimoto and Gran Mamare as our POCcorn moment. This film is a classic Studio Ghibli creation. Inspired by the original Little Mermaid fairy tale, the story takes us on a child's journey as he and his family goes thr...
Dec 23, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 11
WNTT Mini Ep: Derrick Jaxn & Da'Naia Jackson
The scandals just keep on coming with this week's topic of Derrick Jaxn and his wife Da'Naia Jackson. The two were previously in the blog headlines due to Derrick (self appointed relationship guru) being caught cheating. The couple made a video together to clean up the mess that Derrick's infidelity created, and after many, many jokes from the internet, the story faded away. But recently, Derrick was caught cheating again, giving the blogs reason to rehash the past. And now, not too long after D...
Dec 21, 2022•26 min
GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 17 & 18
Episode 17 really delves in unlikely pairings as William chooses Sharon over Monica; realizing intimacy in a relationship is all he ever really wanted. Meanwhile, the "odd couple" that is Toni and Todd is culminated when they realize they are in love with each other. Todd seals the deal by proposing to Toni with 4 different types of rings, no less. We talk about the William/Sharon hookup and what it is we look for in a relationship to make us feel loved and secure. With Toni's predicament, we di...
Dec 19, 2022•24 min•Season 3Ep. 11
WYWS: Wednesday
While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: Wednesday - Recap & Review
Dec 16, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 12
The Nap Hour - How Soon is Too Soon? Bullying & Body Talk
We are kicking-off a new series all about the different 'TALKS' we expect to give. In this Bullying and Body talk, we go into positive affirmations, the need to uplift boy's beauties and using the correct anatomical words. We also have 3 book suggestions for you: 1) Yes! No!: A First Conversation about Consent by Megan Madion and Jessica Ralli 2) Consent for Kids by Rachel Brian 3) Guy Stuff: The Body Book for Boys by Dr. Cara Natterson...
Dec 12, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 11
POCcorn - Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey
The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. In this episode, we discuss Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey and select the "Afrobeats Street Dance-Off" scene as our POCcorn moment. This film was a joy to watch as it provided musical lovers and fantasy lovers alike an opportunity to see POC in a new light. High quality, large platfor...
Dec 09, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 10
WNTT Mini Ep: T.J. Holmes & Amy Robach
This week, are talking the scandal that is T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach of Good Morning America. Both are allegedly having an affair while still married to their respective spouses for over 10 years. The story is messy and plain wrong on so many levels, but we all have an opinion on the matter. Listen in!
Dec 07, 2022•28 min
GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 15 & 16
In episode 15, Valentine's Day shows up differently for each of our Girlfriends. Toni gets a card from Todd with an image of black people running in a field, and she's extremely offended. Maya is struggling with being single on the holiday, Lynn is still struggling with her partner's celibacy, and Joan's day ends on a sour note when she discovers Ellis has baby momma drama. In episode 16, Maya moves into her first solo apartment, discovers her divorce is final and for the first time, sleeps with...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 3Ep. 10
POCcorn - Life of Pi
The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. In this episode, we discuss Life of Pi and select the "Floating Carnivorous" Island scene as our POCcorn moment. This film perpetuates the idea that we humans will not get the answers we are searching for in this life. But at least we get entertainment. Listen in!...
Dec 02, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 9
WNTT Mini Ep: When does the Christmas Spirit REALLY Begin?
In this mini episode, We debate when the biggest holiday of the year really kicks off. Is it when the last "Trick or Treat" is spoken? When the Thanksgiving feast has morphed into leftovers? Or whenever someone dares to play Mariah Carey's vocals? Listen in to hear our vote!
Nov 30, 2022•10 min
The Nap Hour - TaLissa Patrick Full-time Aunty
We have our second special guest, TaLissa on the podcast to discuss her role as a "full-time aunty" or more broadly a familial guardian. Lisa has five nieces and one nephew that she has helped raise along with her sisters, and cherishes every moment she gets to be a pivotal part of their lives. Sharing her struggles and triumphs of being a guardian, Lisa believes that the relationship she has with her sisters, along with the the respect they have for her input truly makes the old adage: "it take...
Nov 28, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 10
POCcorn - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. Wipes away tears for the hundredth time. In this episode, we discuss Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and select the "Shuri in Haiti" scene as our POCcorn moment. We have been waiting and wanting for this film years beyond the Marvel Cinematic Universe itself; and in more ways than one, it ...
Nov 18, 2022•2 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 8
GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 13 & 14
In episode 13, William and Joan are passed over for partner at their firm; and for another black lawyer no less! William is outraged to the point of quitting to start his own practice, while Joan stays behind to endure the competition of two POC vying for the same spot. This inspired talks about affirmative action and being valued at your job. In episode 14, Maya finds a kindred spirit in another single black mother trying to make it on her own. The relationship seems refreshing and affirming. H...
Nov 14, 2022•33 min•Season 3Ep. 9
POCcorn - Wendell & Wild
The POCcorn podcast reviews films created, directed and/or starring People of Color. Each show uses four questions to describe our thoughts on the film, plus one POCcorn moment we simply MUST discuss in detail. In this episode, we discuss Wendell & Wild and select the "undead makeover" scene as our POCcorn moment. As one of the first films to feature POC in a stop motion film, we were more than excited to share our views. Listen in!...
Nov 11, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 7
WNTT Mini Ep: Drake Disses Meg the Stallion
In this mini episode, the We Need to Talk hostesses speak on artists who use real life trauma, drama, and sensitive topics for their art. Rappers, comedians and more have taken other people's pain and used it for their own benefit or clout. Where is the line? Is there even a line? And is there any hope of artists taking a more sensitive approach to certain topics. We have thoughts. Listen in!
Nov 09, 2022•37 min
The Nap Hour - Family Traditions
With the approaching year-end holidays and celebrations, we dive into the events and activities that bring us closer as a family with our kiddos. We invite you to create the perfect 'family holiday' with us and as always, we get real and personal about the reasons behind our need to offer better memories to our children. Our bonus this episode is on how to make the best hot chocolate! Kudos to Kima!
Nov 07, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 9
WYWS: LoveOnStage Season 2 - FINALE - Recap & Review
While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: LoveOnStage Season 2 - Atlanta (FINALE)
Nov 04, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 11
GTG: "Girlfriends Talking Girlfriends" Season 3 Ep. 12
Episode 12's setting is in an open mic event where Lynn falls in "lust" with an incredible poet, who also happens to be celibate. Inspired by the episode, we take a walk down memory lane talking promise rings and college poetry readings. But our main topic centered around Ellis (Joan's boyfriend) and his rejection from the black community. We go over reasons black celebrities disappoint the communities they come from, as well as reasons black communities shun black celebrities in turn. Listen in...
Oct 31, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 8
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