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While You Were Scrolling...

Tamiyah, Esther, Ta'Lissa, Ariana, Shakimawww.whileyouwerescrolling.com
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

WNTT: Theme Music Tournament - Cartoon Edition

Inspired by our last Tournament episode, we decided to to rank the top Cartoon theme songs of the90's and 00's. And it was just as much fun as the Black Sitcom version. Nostalgia is our long lost friend, it seems. Listen in!

Aug 21, 20231 hr 8 min

WNTT Mini Ep: Blind Side Film & Real Life Nightmare

STILL keeping with the times, this "mini" topic is about the "Blind Side" fiasco with Michael Oher and the Tuohy family. We mainly discussed our experience of the news in relation to the film, but all in all WE TALKED. Listen In!

Aug 18, 202345 min

POCcorn - Chevalier

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 reviewed the film Chevalier . Based on the incredible life of Chevalier de Saint-Georges, this film was expected to dive into the MANY talents this man exhibited throughout his short 53 years. We felt the filmmakers took a different approach, but we covered quite a bit...

Aug 18, 20231 hr 23 minSeason 2Ep. 1

WNTT: Black Sitcom Theme Music Tournament

For this Random episode, we decided to do something similar to the 90's R&B Artist Tournament that went viral not too long ago. Though instead of R&B Artists, we decided to make our tournament consists of 90's/2000's Black Sitcom Theme Songs. And we had a TIIIIIIIIME! Listen in as we debate and reminisce on our childhood reruns. OH, and "Living Single" won once we had our 5th host vote after the fact.

Aug 14, 202354 min

The Nap Hour - Over The Cuckoo's Nest

At what age do you expect your kids to leave the parental home? In this episode we share our view on 'kicking kids out' and the rules we'll implement if they decide to stay as adults themselves.

Aug 07, 202345 min

WNTT Mini Ep: Lizzo Lawsuit

Keeping with the times, this "mini" topic was dedicated to the Lizzo Lawsuit and all that implies. Celebrity downfalls and regular folk fears were all discussed in this long-ish take.

Aug 04, 202339 min

WYWS: Fourth Wing - Part 2

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros - (Part 2) Recap & Review

Jul 22, 202350 minSeason 2Ep. 8

WYWS: Fourth Wing - Part 1

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros - (Part 1) Recap & Review

Jul 21, 202341 minSeason 2Ep. 7

GTLS: "Girlfriends Talking Living Single" Season 2 Ep. 4-6

Listen in as we talk about "Job Search Frustrations," "Neighbor Horror Stories," "Our Best Attributes," and "Me-Time Excursions." 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 ...

Jul 10, 202341 minSeason 1Ep. 11

WYWS: A Court of Wings & Ruin - Part 2

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening: A Court of Wings & Ruin by Sarah J. Maas - (Part 2) Recap & Review

Jul 08, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 6

WYWS: A Court of Wings & Ruin - Part 1

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening: A Court of Wings & Ruin by Sarah J. Maas - (Part 1) Recap & Review

Jul 07, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 5

GTLS: "Girlfriends Talking Living Single" Season 2 Ep. 1-3

Listen in as we talk about "PDA," "The Younger, More Active Versions of Ourselves," and "A World Without Men." 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...

Jul 03, 202353 minSeason 1Ep. 10

POCcorn - Alice Junior

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 honor of Pride Month, we reviewed a film titled ⁠⁠⁠ Alice Júnior ⁠⁠⁠ . Both light and refreshing, Alice Junior is a tale about a transgender teenager's quest for her first kiss. This film sneakily tackled hot topics such as politics, privilege and sexual preference; all while deliverin...

Jun 30, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 30

POCcorn - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PART 2)

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 passionately review the incomparable; ⁠⁠Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse⁠⁠ . We honestly said so much in this 2-part review, I'm not sure what else can be said in this description. But all in all, this sequel was just as good, if not better than the first. And that ...

Jun 19, 202359 minSeason 1Ep. 29

POCcorn - Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (PART 1)

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 passionately review the incomparable; ⁠Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse⁠ . We honestly said so much in this 2-part review, I'm not sure what else can be said in this description. But all in all, this sequel was just as good, if not better than the first. And that is...

Jun 16, 20231 hrSeason 1Ep. 28

GTLS: "Girlfriends Talking Living Single" Season 1 Ep. 25-27

Listen in as we talk about the "Gossiping," "Mother Daughter Trials," and the concept of "Shacking Up" is old, whereas "Living Together = Learning Together." 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 n...

Jun 13, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 9

POCcorn - A Thousand and One

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 review a favorite; ⁠⁠ A Thousand and One . A heartbreaking tale of mother and son, both shaped by their time in the foster care system. We watched these characters make a life together, thrive together, survive together. All while dealing with the predatory nature of g...

Jun 09, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 27

WYWS: Before I Let Go

While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening: Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan - Recap & Review

Jun 07, 20231 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 6

GTLS: "Girlfriends Talking Living Single" Season 1 Ep. 22-24

Listen in as we talk about the "Lengths you'll go to Help a Friend," "Poker Battles of the Sexes," and being "Allergic to Change." 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...

Jun 05, 202344 minSeason 1Ep. 8

WNTT Mini Ep: Who is B.I.N.G.O.?

This mini episode is continuing the trend of childhood favorites being questioned now, in our adulthood. This time, the question is whose name is BINGO? The Farmer or the Dog? We fuss, we yell, we play, and have a great time. Listen In!

May 31, 202315 min

The Nap Hour : Intuition or Superpower?

Tackling the important question of parental intuition: how correct is our gut/instinct when it comes to our kids? Along the way, we dive into the importance of trusting yourself and what is our ideal Mother's Day present. Happy belated Mother's Day!

May 29, 202340 minSeason 2Ep. 8

POCcorn - Moana

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 review a favorite; ⁠Moana!⁠ This film was chosen to highlight Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. And as soon as we decided to do this series, it was the first no-brainer to enter our minds. If don't already know about the film, Moana, we are actively j...

May 26, 202359 minSeason 1Ep. 26

GTLS: "Girlfriends Talking Living Single" Season 1 Ep. 19-21

Listen in as we talk about the "Rules of Dating" "Choosing Between Family, Lovers & Friends" and the fact that "Moocher's Gonna Mooch." 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 rela...

May 22, 202358 minSeason 1Ep. 7

POCcorn - Boy (2010)

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 review Boy . This film was chosen to highlight Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Set in New Zealand, a young impressionable boy, obsessed with Michael Jackson, and infatuated with his absentee father is forced to adjust to a new reality in the span of...

May 19, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 25

The Nap Hour - Extracurricular & Mom Fatigue

Honest conversation on the tolls that extracurricular activities have on us parents from being personal chauffeurs to activity planners, cheerleading coaches and everything in between.

May 15, 202342 minSeason 2Ep. 7
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