http://www.nybfpodcast.comhttp://nybfpodcast.com.]]>enSociety & CultureCopyright Not Your Black Friendshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8202fdd56a7c7241d748ae04e1d2c12f.jpghttp://www.nybfpodcast.comSun, 16 Jun 2024 01:18:37 +0000Not Your Black FriendsNot Your Black Friendsnotyourblackfriendspodcast@gmail.comNot Your Black Friends is a podcast about Black culture, faith, and politics. It is hosted by Spencer Clayton and Tia Burroughs Clayton--a married couple with a love for conversation. For more information, visit our website at http://nybfpodcast.com.http://nybfpodcast.com.]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-thoughts-on-the-slap-heard-around-the-world--49232786http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49232786Tue, 29 Mar 2022 03:00:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this special episode, Spencer takes a break from his parental leave to talk about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 2022 Academy Awards. For more information, visit us at http://www.nybfpodcast.comhttp://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>1858black-culturefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/daunte-wright-ahmaud-arbery-and-the-divergent-displays-of-justice--48839568http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48839568Wed, 23 Feb 2022 11:30:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the Federal trial of Ahmaud Arbery’s killers Gregory McMichael, Travis McMichael, and William “Roddie” Bryan” and the sentencing trial of Daunte Wright’s killer Kim Potter. We also discuss Ukraine, the conflicts of interest...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3078black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nelly-lil-fizz-50-cent-and-the-body-shaming-of-men--48751651http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48751651Wed, 16 Feb 2022 11:30:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the recent incidents of body shaming involving Nelly, Lil Fizz, and 50 Cent. We also discuss Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s thoughts on the fragile state of American democracy, Rep. Nancy Pelosi coming out against...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3337black-community,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/biden-s-crack-pipe-fiasco-whoopi-s-gaffe-and-thandiwe-s-tears--48667798http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48667798Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:00:04 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week, we discuss the Alabama redistricting case that has the potential to fundamentally alter Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, the Federal grant on harm reduction that conservatives misrepresented as government-funded crack pipes, Whoopi...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3008black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/janet-jackson-finally-tells-her-story--48552527http://nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48552527Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:15:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Janet Jackson's documentary. We also talk about President Biden's efforts to nominate a Black woman to the Supreme Court, Prime Minister Boris Johnson partying during lockdown, the viral Golden Corral brawl, and more. For...http://nybfpodcast.com]]>2928black-community,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/that-rare-moment-when-a-racist-gets-fired-by-a-black-man--48447101http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48447101Wed, 26 Jan 2022 11:15:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the firing of racist Wyoming Police Officer Christian Handley at the hands of Sheriff Aaron Appelhans—the first Black Sheriff in the history of Wyoming. We also discuss President Biden losing his cool and getting caught on...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3297racism #politics #blackfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-the-spit-hits-the-fan-thoughts-on-mike-todd--48358357http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48358357Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:30:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Tulsa Pastor Mike Todd going viral for rubbing spit on a parishioner. We also discuss the current status of President Biden's efforts to revise the legislative filibuster in order to pass voting rights legislation, a vandal...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3623politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-end-of-winnie-the-pooh--48260993http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48260993Wed, 12 Jan 2022 11:30:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss what it means now that the original 'Winnie The Pooh' story by A.A. Milne is public domain. We also discuss President Biden’s push for an end to the legislative filibuster in order to find a path forward for voting rights...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>2842politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ghislaine-maxwell-s-unusual-demeanor--48173093http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48173093Wed, 05 Jan 2022 11:00:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Ghislane Maxwell’s guilty verdict as well as some of her unusual behavior during her trial. We also talk about the anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, NY Attorney General Letitia James subpoenaing Ivanka Trump and...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3444black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thoughts-on-the-voter-rights-push-and-the-end-of-insecure--48092811http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48092811Wed, 29 Dec 2021 11:30:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Martin Luther King, III and his efforts to gather over 800 faith leaders together to push President Biden and Senate Democrats into passing Voter Rights legislation. We also talk about the conviction of former Brooklyn...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3930black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/say-it-ain-t-so-the-end-of-meagan-good-and-devon-franklin--48020221http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48020221Wed, 22 Dec 2021 11:15:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the pending divorce of actress Meagan Good and preacher DeVon Franklin. We also discuss Senator Joe Manchin blocking the Build Back Better Plan and former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin changing is plea to guilty...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3668black-community,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/he-s-for-the-streets-thoughts-on-tristan-thompson-and-khloe-kardashian--47877685https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47877685Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:00:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Dr. Mehmet Oz and his U.S. Senate run, the mysterious money found in a wall at Pastor Joel Osteen’s Lakewood Church, Tristan Thompson’s alleged third child, Gorilla Glue girl Tessica Brown going bald, and more.3227politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/just-when-we-thought-things-couldn-t-get-worse-the-allegations-against-don-lemon--47833391http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47833391Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:15:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the disturbing sexual assault allegations against Don Lemon as well as his potential involvement in the Jussie Smollett scandal. We also discuss the resolution to the debt ceiling conflict, the firing of Chris Cuomo, and...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3829black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-omicron-omarion-variant--47731401http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47731401Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:30:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the Omicron variant and the Black Twitter memes connecting it to singer Omarion. We also discuss the repetitive nature of the debt ceiling crisis, the feud between Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Ilhan Omar, CNN anchor Chris...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>2870black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-taylor-swift-is-not-on-whitney-houston-s-level--47631767http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47631767Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:15:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss whether Biden’s infrastructure bill goes far enough in its efforts to fix communities that were damaged by the building of the United States interstate system and we give our thoughts on the conversation about whether or...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>2608blackculture,music,politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/review-of-the-clark-sisters-first-ladies-of-gospel-encore--47513665http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47513665Wed, 17 Nov 2021 11:15:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn honor of the November 15 birthdays of Twinkie Clark and Karen Clark Sheard, we are revisiting our review of ‘The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel’ which was released on Lifetime in 2020. This episode originally aired on April 17, 2020. For...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>2968falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/race-stress-and-the-body-encore-w-dr-ana-ruediger--47402695http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47402695Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:30:12 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week, we revisit our conversation from July 1, 2020 about the multifaceted effects of racism featuring Dr. Ana Ruediger, a naturopathic physician. For more information, visit us at http://www.nybfpodcast.comhttp://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4245falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-2016-encore-w-sanford-f-schram-ph-d--47285094https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47285094Wed, 03 Nov 2021 10:00:18 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week, we revisit our 2020 Episode entitled ‘Understanding 2016: The Mainstreaming of Racism in American Politics’ featuring Professor Sanford F Schram, Ph.D. professor of Political Science at Hunter College discussing his book 'Hard White: The...4927politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-police-lie-more-thoughts-on-the-philly-train-assault--47176353http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47176353Wed, 27 Oct 2021 10:15:10 +0000Not Your Black FriendsOn this Halloween themed episode, we continue our discussion on the October 13 sexual assault that occurred on the Market Frankford Train Line in the Philadelphia area now that it has been revealed that police officers misrepresented the actions of...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3415politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-bystanders-don-t-intervene-thoughts-on-the-philly-train-assault--47057056http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47057056Wed, 20 Oct 2021 10:00:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the incident that occurred on October 13, 2021 during which a woman was raped on a Philadelphia train in front of several people who chose not to intervene or call authorities. We also discuss the death of Colin Powell. For...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3643politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dave-chappelle-and-the-tension-between-complex-thoughts-and-sound-bytes--46950356http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46950356Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:30:11 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week we discuss the controversy surrounding Dave Chappelle’s recent Netflix special ‘The Closer.’ We also discuss the short-term solution to the debt ceiling crisis in Congress, TX Governor Greg Abbott’s ban on vaccine mandates in private...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>5570politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/denzel-washington-and-the-real-karens-of-hollywood--46842693http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46842693Wed, 06 Oct 2021 10:55:18 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Grey’s Anatomy actress Ellen Pompeo’s decision to share a story of an argument that occurred between she and Academy Award winner Denzel Washington when she undermined his authority while he was a guest director in 2015. We...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3567politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/will-smith-tells-us-what-we-already-knew--46735715http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46735715Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:15:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Will Smith’s GQ interview in which he revealed that he and Jada have had periods of nonmonogamy within their marriage. We also discuss the ongoing saga surrounding with Congress, the debt ceiling, and the need for a...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4037politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-100th-episode--46630432http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46630432Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:45:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we reflect on what it has been like recording one hundred full episodes of this podcast. We also discuss the debt ceiling controversy in Congress, the poor treatment of Haitian refugees trying to cross the border from Mexico into the...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3445politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thoughts-on-u-s-rep-alexandria-ocasio-cortez-and-the-met-gala--46527018http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46527018Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:15:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the California Recall Election, US Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez's dress at the Met Gala and Whoopi Goldberg's tone deaf reaction to taxing the rich, Chloe Bailey's sexy solo VMA debut, and more. For more information, visit...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>2748politics,popculturefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baby-nybf-is-on-the-way--46423313http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46423313Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:00:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we take a break from politics and pop culture and focus on something a bit more personal--pregnancy. We talk about how our society regularly devalues the challenges associated with pregnancy and we discuss how Tia's pregnancy is...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4193falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/political-selective-outrage-and-the-u-s-withdrawal-from-afghanistan--46323740http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46323740Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:55:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the way that conservatives have latched onto the narrative that blames President Biden and his supporters for the messy U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. We also have a debate about whether or not it is appropriate to...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3710politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-awkward-return-of-sha-carri-richardson--46227959http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46227959Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:45:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Sha’Carri Richardson’s return to track and field in the Nike Prefontaine Classic. We also discuss Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick’s false assertion that African Americans were driving the high COVID numbers in his...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3779politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-summer-of-overwhelm-featuring-julia-clayton--46138011http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46138011Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:45:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we bring back Spencer’s mother Julia Clayton for a conversation about feeling overwhelmed between the pandemic, natural disasters, and political upheaval taking place this summer. We also discuss TX Governor Greg Abbott’s coronavirus...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3601politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bipartisan-infrastructure-cuomo-s-exit-and-contradictory-delta-variant-responses--46048351http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46048351Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:40:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the passage of the bipartisan infrastructure bill, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation, Republican governors' contradictory responses to the delta variant, the 2020 Olympics, and more. For more information, visit...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3025politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-defending-yourself-goes-wrong-gov-andrew-cuomo-s-tone-deaf-response-to-sexual-harassment-allegations--45960710http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45960710Wed, 04 Aug 2021 10:00:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s disastrous response to the results of the New York Attorney General Letitia James’ investigation into the sexual harassment allegations against him. We also discuss rapper DaBaby’s...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3511politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/simone-biles-and-the-choice-between-mental-health-and-a-gold-medal--45868571http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45868571Wed, 28 Jul 2021 10:00:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about gymnast Simone Biles’ bold decision to prioritize her mental health by pulling out of the Gymnastics Team Final at the 2020 Olympics this week. We also discuss the House Committee Hearing about January 6, the CDC’s...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>31902020olympics,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-a-bird-it-s-a-plane-it-s-a-giant-flying--45780998http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45780998Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:00:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the Billionaire Space Race and the fact that the spacecraft that Jeff Bezos launched resembled a giant phallus. We also talk about Texas House Democrats, their effort to fight against voter suppression, and Senator Lindsey...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3409politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-co-opting-of-woke-and-other-black-terms-and-customs--45688037http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45688037Wed, 14 Jul 2021 10:00:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the way that conservatives have latched onto the word “woke” in their culture war against the teaching of our nation’s racist history. We also discuss the trend for terms and customs that originate in the Black community...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3691politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-women-racism-and-the-2020-olympics--45608492http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45608492Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:00:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss several of the racist incidents involving the penalization of Black women in the 2020 Olympics including Sha’Carri Richardson’s suspension, Brianna McNeal’s five-year ban, Alice Dearing and the Soul Cap, Simone Biles having...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3745olympics,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-sad-realization-that-award-shows-are-no-longer-geared-toward-our-generation--45506595http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45506595Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:00:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the realization that we are no longer in the target age bracket for the entertainment industry after being woefully unaware that the BET Awards were airing last weekend. We also discuss, Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw’s efforts to...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3513politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sha-carri-richardson-and-the-policing-of-black-self-expression--45407078http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45407078Wed, 23 Jun 2021 10:25:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Olympic sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson and the sexist and classist overtones in the reactions to her means of self expression. We also discuss the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and their decision to draft a...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4341politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/netanyahu-s-exit-and-colorism-in-in-the-heights--45319630http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45319630Wed, 16 Jun 2021 10:15:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week, we discuss the controversy surrounding the absence of Afro-Latinx actors from most of the principal roles in the film adaptation of ‘In the Heights.’ We also discuss the surprising end to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s term,...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3352politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hunter-biden-s-racist-texts-limits-to-genealogy-in-crime-solving-and-a-farewell-to-pose--45224924http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45224924Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:05:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Sen. Joe Manchin's refusal to vote in favor of the "For the People Act," Hunter Biden's use of the N-word while texting his lawyer, Maryland's decision to limit the use of commercial genealogy websites in criminal...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4421politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/white-rage-racist-dress-codes-and-awkward-high-school-reunions--45131567http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45131567Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:15:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa race massacre and discuss the history of White rage responding to Black progress in the United States. We also talk about the Philadelphia location of Steak 48 implementing a dress code...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3866politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thoughts-on-the-2021-pennsylvania-primary-and-a-harriet-interview-encore-featuring-stephanie-webb--45043032http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45043032Wed, 26 May 2021 10:00:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week, we discuss Pennsylvania becoming the first state in the country to limit the power of its Governor as a result of pandemic-related emergency declarations. We also discuss the Philadelphia District Attorney Democratic primary race between...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4379politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bill-gates-really-cheated--44903824http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44903824Wed, 19 May 2021 09:55:02 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the revelation that Bill Gates was unfaithful in his marriage to his soon-to-be ex wife Melinda and how cheating isn’t limited to attractive men. We also discuss the Supreme Court’s decision to take on a case about...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>3814politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-critical-race-theory-featuring-kate-jackson-cruz--44763560http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44763560Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:12 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we examine Critical Race Theory--the framework that Republicans across the country are trying to ban. Adjunct Professor, scholar, and Ph.D. candidate Kate Jackson Cruz joins us for this conversation. We also talk about the pending...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4356criticalracetheory,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-herd-immunity-out-of-reach-thoughts-on-the-role-of-misinformation-in-vaccine-hesitancy--44638166http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44638166Wed, 05 May 2021 10:00:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week, we discuss President Biden’s goal to reach 70% vaccination in the United States by July 4. We also talk about the Republican backlash against Rep. Liz Cheney for standing up to former President Trump’s off to undermine our democracy, the...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4111politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thoughts-on-the-falcon-and-the-winter-soldier-featuring-victoria-crenshaw--44531161http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44531161Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:00:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the impact of the 2020 Census on House seats and the Electoral College. We also discuss the police-involved killings of Ma’Khia Bryant and Andrew Brown, Jr. as well as the police-involved shooting of Isaiah Brown. Poet,...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>5691falcon,politics,racism,wintersoldierfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-derek-chauvin-verdict-and-parenting-black-children-amidst-covid-19-the-racial-reckoning-and-gun-violence-featuring-tai-birch--44416831http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44416831Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:05:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss our reactions to the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict while remembering the upcoming trials and investigations surrounding police brutality including the recent deaths of Daunte Wright, Adam Toledo, and Ma’Khia Bryant. We also...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4971parenting,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-long-journey-back-from-online-radicalization-featuring-jordan-williams-crenshaw--44327730http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44327730Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:00:12 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, special guest (and Spencer’s little cousin) Jordan Williams-Crenshaw shares his story about how he was radicalized by the far right as a teen by way of the internet. We also give updates on President Biden’s American Jobs Plan and we...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>5047black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-thoughts-on-lifetime-s-mahalia-featuring-julia-clayton--44233257http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44233257Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:00:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we give our thoughts on Lifetime’s ‘Mahalia’ starring Danielle Brooks and produced by Robin Roberts. This conversation features special guest Julia Clayton who is Spencer’s mom. We also talk about Biden’s infrastructure plan, the Matt...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4696black-culture,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lil-nas-x-and-the-long-tradition-of-artists-pushing-boundaries--44125275http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44125275Wed, 31 Mar 2021 09:55:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss President Biden’s first news conference and Republican voter suppression efforts in Georgia, Lil Nas X’s controversial new video for his song “Montero” and the long tradition of artists pushing boundaries, and Sharon...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4517music,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hypocrisy-at-its-finest-observations-about-derrick-jaxn-and-rep-tom-reed--44027359http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44027359Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:25:10 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss how Republican NY Rep. Tom Reed’s attempt at calling out NY Governor Andrew Cuomo only served to expose his own indiscretions. We also discuss how relationship guru Derrick Jaxn is used his apology for being caught cheating...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4995politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/has-cancel-culture-gone-too-far-our-thoughts-on-kirk-franklin-and-pepe-le-pew--43928472http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43928472Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:15:11 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the fallout from the leak of audio of gospel recording artist Kirk Franklin’s profanity-laced rant from a heated conversation with his eldest son Kerrion. We also discuss the decision to remove Pepe Le Pew from all...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4913entertainment,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-black-success-emboldens-racists-thoughts-from-prince-harry-and-meghan-markle-s-interview--43820283http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43820283Wed, 10 Mar 2021 11:25:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Oprah Winfrey's interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as well as Piers Morgan's exit from 'Good Morning Britain'. We also talk about progress surrounding President Biden's $1.9 Trillion stimulus, NY Governor Andrew...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4392politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/idol-or-monument-the-golden-trump-statue--43713393http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43713393Wed, 03 Mar 2021 11:15:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the artist Tommy Zegan’s Golden Trump Statue that was unveiled the the Conservative Political Action Conference last week. We also discuss the sexual harassment allegations made against New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, the...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4439politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/texas-winter-storms-and-the-failure-of-a-deregulated-energy-market--43610995http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43610995Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:10:18 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the monumental failure of the deregulated energy market in Texas, which resulted from unusual and severe winter weather. We discuss Senator Ted Cruz’s efforts to flee to Cancun and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s efforts...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4071politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-review-of-judas-and-the-black-messiah--43502773http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43502773Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:00:19 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we give our review of 'Judas and the Black Messiah' starring Daniel Kaluuya and Lakeith Stanfield. We also talk about former President Trump's acquittal, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's fluency in doublespeak, and the...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4167politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-women-and-the-national-anthem-thoughts-from-super-bowl-lv--43377597http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43377597Wed, 10 Feb 2021 11:00:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the backlash that Black women tend to receive after singing the National Anthem. In spite of their brilliant performances, Jazmine Sullivan and H.E.R. received mixed reviews for their respective performances of the National...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4722politics #racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/white-privilege-and-the-covid-vaccines--43260832http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43260832Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:15:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the last-minute changes to Trump’s legal team for his upcoming Senate trial, Rihanna calling out Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, the weakened stimulus plan endorsed by a group of ten moderate Republican Senators,...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4450politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-after-the-biden-harris-inauguration--43138857http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43138857Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:30:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we give our thoughts on President Joe Biden's call to unity during his inauguration in light of the Republican history of obstruction and the prevalence of conspiracy theories like Q-Anon. We also talk about Dominion’s lawsuit against...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>5402politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/goodbye-trump-hello-biden--43022409http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43022409Wed, 20 Jan 2021 11:15:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, recorded just before the inauguration of President Joe Biden, we give our thoughts on former President Trump’s refusal to attend the inauguration celebration. We also discuss how the insurrection led to an increase in security for the...http://www.nybfpodcast.com]]>4687politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-saw-it-coming-why-the-insurrection-didn-t-surprise-black-america--42910759http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42910759Wed, 13 Jan 2021 11:15:10 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the insurrection that took place at the Capitol on January 6, 2021 and why it was not a surprise to Black America given the history of white uprisings in the United States. We also give updates on SoHo Karen and the...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4347politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cost-of-an-uninformed-populace--42808737http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42808737Wed, 06 Jan 2021 11:00:23 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the cost of an unformed populace by talking about Steven Brandenburg, the Wisconsin pharmacist and conspiracy theorist who destroyed over 500 doses of the Moderna coronavirus vaccine. We discuss how Los Angeles County, CA...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4019politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-obligatory-end-of-2020-episode--42716101http://nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42716101Wed, 30 Dec 2020 11:15:11 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we celebrate the end of 2020 by talking about the latest developments in the efforts to pass this latest stimulus package by the end of the year, the firing of the Columbus police officer responsible for the death of Andre Hill, the...http://nybfpodcast.com]]>4254politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-pandemic-christmas-episode--42624748http://nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42624748Wed, 23 Dec 2020 11:00:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week, we talk about the ongoing conflict between Congress and President Trump about the pending pandemic relief package. We also talk about how politically-motivated changes to USPS operations have led the delay of many package deliveries during...http://nybfpodcast.com.]]>3623politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-week-full-of-double-standards--42512443https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42512443Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:00:18 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about President Trump’s refusal to concede in spite of the electoral college vote recognizing Vice President Joe Biden as President-Elect. We talk about the double standard of President Trump peddling anti-intellectualism and...4643politics,racism,reality-tvfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rev-jeremiah-wright-rev-raphael-warnock-and-the-conservative-political-weaponization-of-black-religious-tradition--42391452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42391452Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:05:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the Black prophetic preaching tradition and we discuss the way that conservatives have used Georgia Senate candidate Rev. Raphael Warnock’s support of Rev. Jeremiah Wright against him. We also discuss the death of Casey...4315politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-the-tides-have-turned--42272483https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42272483Wed, 02 Dec 2020 11:00:08 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the way that former Trump allies are becoming more comfortable acknowledging his defeat after the recent certification of election results in the six states where Trump pursued legal action. We specifically mention Attorney...4113politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-end-a-feud-our-thoughts-on-will-smith-and-janet-hubert-s-reconciliation--42153752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42153752Wed, 25 Nov 2020 11:00:05 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we focus on how the almost 30-year feud between Will Smith and Janet Hubert ended during the 30th anniversary celebration of ‘The Fresh Prince of Belair.’ We also talk about the Trump administration finally beginning to work with the...4677politics,popculture,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-christmas-season-starts-earlier-each-year--42032925https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42032925Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:05:05 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we reflect on how the Christmas Season used to start after Thanksgiving and now starts the day after Halloween with Christmas decorations available for purchase in early October. We also talk about Lehigh County Republican Dean...3973movies,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/donald-trump-and-the-erosion-of-trust-in-public-institutions--41916629http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41916629Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:00:10 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the reactions of President Donald Trump, his administration, and his followers to his loss at the hands of President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris. We specifically discuss how President Trump...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4029politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-night-reflections--41786331https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41786331Wed, 04 Nov 2020 11:10:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the 2020 Presidential Election, which was happening while we recorded. We continue our discussion by pointing out the importance of voting in all elections. We also talk about the murder of Walter Wallace, Jr. at the hands...4709politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-2016-the-rise-of-racism-in-mainstream-politics-w-sanford-schram-ph-d--41666018http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41666018Wed, 28 Oct 2020 10:00:10 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we celebrate our first anniversary by talking with Sanford F. Schram, Ph.D., Hunter College professor of Political Science about his new book 'Hard White: The Mainstreaming of Racism in America' written with Richard C. Fording, Ph.D.,...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>4857interview,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/50-cent-ice-cube-and-the-trump-administration-s-exploitation-of-black-supporters--41563386http://nybfpodcast.com]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41563386Wed, 21 Oct 2020 10:00:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss 50 Cent and Ice Cube—two Black male rappers who have recently given varying degrees of support to the Trump administration. We also talk about Vice President Biden and President Trump’s dueling town halls on ABC and NBC...http://nybfpodcast.com]]>4041politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/senator-kamala-harris-monique-samuels-candiace-dillard-bassett-and-the-stereotype-of-the-angry-black-woman--41450083http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41450083Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:00:11 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the way the stereotype of the angry black woman has been weaponized in two recent incidents. First, we discuss the way Senator Kamala Harris was portrayed as an angry black woman because of her facial expressions during...http://www.nybfpodcast.com.]]>3698politics,racism,realitytvfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-decision-to-wait-until-marriage-part-2--41283721https://www.notyourblackfriendspodcast.com/episodes/episode-40-our-decision-to-wait-until-marriage. We also discuss President Trump's negative callout of our Philadelphia, our hometown, during his first debate with Vice President Joe Biden. This special episode is also available on YouTube.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41283721Wed, 07 Oct 2020 10:00:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we continue our discussion about our decision to wait until marriage for sex. The prior episode of this series is available here: https://www.notyourblackfriendspodcast.com/episodes/episode-40-our-decision-to-wait-until-marriage. We...https://www.notyourblackfriendspodcast.com/episodes/episode-40-our-decision-to-wait-until-marriage. We also discuss President Trump's negative callout of our Philadelphia, our hometown, during his first debate with Vice President Joe Biden. This special episode is also available on YouTube.]]>4641abstinence,black-culture,politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-welfare-queen-at-1600-pennsylvania-avenue--41213770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41213770Wed, 30 Sep 2020 10:00:32 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss President Trump's tax returns, his lack of income tax payments, and the revelation that he received $72 million in refunds from the Federal Government. For those reasons, we refer to him as a "welfare queen"--a stereotype...3677politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andrew-gillum-and-the-challenge-of-black-biphobia--41076415https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41076415Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:00:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss former Tallahassee Mayor and 2018 Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Andrew Gillum's interview with Tamron Hall and what it reveals about our society's attitudes on bisexuality in Black men. We also talk about 'The Social...4245politics,racism,socialdilemmafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cuties-controversy--40925663https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40925663Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:15:12 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we start with conversation about the mass sterilizations occurring at an ICE facility in Georgia and California's plan to expunge the records of inmates who volunteer to fight wildfires. We also discuss the controversy surrounding...4139cuties,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jessica-krug-and-the-caricature-of-race-and-ethnicity--40788419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40788419Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:30:20 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Jessica Krug--the George Washington University history professor who was exposed for lying about her race and ethnicity. Since it's Tia's birthday, we take a detour from our usual topics to discuss one of Tia's favorite...4413politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2020-just-keeps-getting-worse--40646532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40646532Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:00:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the conservative embrace of Kyle Rittenhouse, the NBA players strike in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake and Barack Obama's intervention, Pastor John Gray's affair, and the death of 'Black Panther' star Chadwick...4393jacobblake,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-all-black-men-don-t-look-alike--40495441https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40495441Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:12 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the differing strategies utilized during the Republican National Convention and the Democratic National Convention. We also discuss Herschel Walker's defense of President Trump, the unlawful shooting of Jacob Blake, and...4450bolt,dnc,kevinhart,politics,racism,rncfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/barack-obama-kamala-harris-and-the-gatekeeping-of-blackness--40398850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40398850Wed, 19 Aug 2020 10:00:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the way Kamala Harris and Barack Obama’s racial identities were used against them during their political campaigns. We also talk about ways to bring about progressive policies outside of federal elections, Republicans...4842politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/w-a-p-and-the-policing-of-black-female-sexuality--40277297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40277297Wed, 12 Aug 2020 10:05:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the controversial new song W.A.P. by Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion and what the backlash surrounding it reveals about our society's feelings on Black female sexuality. We also talk about Vice President Joe Biden choosing...4781faith,politics,racism,wapfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/political-musings-and-a-black-is-king-review--40148556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40148556Wed, 05 Aug 2020 09:55:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the death of Herman Cain, the delays facing the United States Postal Service, and the allegedly toxic workplace at Ellen DeGeneres’ talk show. We conclude with our review of Beyonce’s ‘Black Is King’ available on Disney+.5083blackisking,politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-decision-to-wait-until-marriage--40028848https://www.notyourblackfriendspodcast.com/episodes/episode-50-our-decision-to-wait-until-marriagepart-2.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/40028848Wed, 29 Jul 2020 10:00:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis week we took a break from our discussions about politics and pop culture to answer listener questions about our relationship—specifically our decision to wait until marriage to have sex. The second part of this series is available here:...https://www.notyourblackfriendspodcast.com/episodes/episode-50-our-decision-to-wait-until-marriagepart-2.]]>5037relationshipsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/desean-jackson-nick-cannon-and-black-anti-semitism--39893270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39893270Wed, 22 Jul 2020 10:00:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss anti-Semitism in the Black community through the recent examples DeSean Jackson of the Philadelphia Eagles and Nick Cannon. We also honor the memories of Civil Rights leaders Rev. C.T. Vivian and Rep. John Lewis who both...4527politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bad-marriage-for-life--39770154https://api.spreaker.com/episode/39770154Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:05:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the defunding of the Seattle Police Department, the suspicious death of Amani Kildea, TMZ's rush to report Naya Rivera's death, the mailman who was convicted of election fraud, and Jada Pinkett Smith's 'Red Table Talk'...4167entertainment,politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-million-and-counting--37518372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/37518372Wed, 08 Jul 2020 10:05:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the fact that the United States has reached the unfortunate milestone of 3,000,000 COVID-19 cases. We also discuss the premiere of Hamilton on Disney+, President Trump’s new ads, Kanye West’s run for President, and Terry...4331politics,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/race-stress-and-the-body-w-dr-ana-ruediger--35056034https://api.spreaker.com/episode/35056034Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:00:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, Dr. Ana Ruediger, a naturopathic doctor based in the greater Los Angeles area, joins us to discuss the myriad of ways that racism affects the human body.4147health,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/goodbye-aunt-jemima--32810090https://api.spreaker.com/episode/32810090Wed, 24 Jun 2020 10:00:12 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the phasing out of Aunt Jemima, Uncle Ben, and Rastus (the Cream of Wheat mascot). We also talk about the presence of far-right extremists at the recent protests and we suggest that our overall system of policing favors the...4416falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-lynching-is-not-a-suicide--31366386https://api.spreaker.com/episode/31366386Wed, 17 Jun 2020 09:45:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the death of Rayshard Brooks, the recent trend of Black men being found hanging from trees in cases that investigators quickly ruled as suicide, and the performative gestures that politicians have made in response to the...4007racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-push-to-defund-the-police--30092161https://api.spreaker.com/episode/30092161Wed, 10 Jun 2020 09:00:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the recent protests inspired by the public lynching of George Floyd and explain distinction between defunding and abolishing the police. We also talk about Crossfit CEO Greg Glassman's exit following his racist tweet and...4267racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/these-riots-were-preventable--28974588https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28974588Wed, 03 Jun 2020 09:45:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsFollowing the public lynching of George Floyd, cities around the world went up in flames in protest against the police brutality that African Americans have faced for generations. In this episode, we discuss our feelings about these recent events.3945georgefloyd,protests,racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/white-people-behaving-badly--28409826https://api.spreaker.com/episode/28409826Wed, 27 May 2020 10:00:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Joe Biden’s recent gaffe during his interview with Charlemagne tha God. We also discuss President Donald Trump’s ambivalence towards masks and his endorsement of hydroxychloroquine as a coronavirus cure, the lynching of...4209racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-health-in-the-era-of-social-distancing--27820688https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27820688Wed, 20 May 2020 10:00:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, therapist Kristina Lauderback joins us to discuss strategies for maintaining mental health during this era of social distancing.3799falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-difficult-time-to-be-black-in-america--27211102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/27211102Wed, 13 May 2020 09:05:03 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Sean Reed, and Breonna Taylor, and the angry mob that tried to force its way into the home of high school senior Daemon Shepard. We also talk about Nicholas Johnson, Princeton University’s...4167racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/delicious-murder-hornets--26805595https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26805595Wed, 06 May 2020 08:30:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the rise of the "Murder Hornets." We also talk about law enforcement in NYC and their differing responses to social distancing violations in Black and White neighborhoods, we discuss the story of 25 year-old Black jogger...2854racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-new-normal--26325692https://api.spreaker.com/episode/26325692Wed, 29 Apr 2020 08:55:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIt has been over six weeks since we began social distancing. In this episode, we discuss the ways in which our society has been forever changed as a result of this pandemic. We also give an update on our self care efforts.4037falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/television-wrap-up-blackaf-90-day-fiance-before-the-90-days-and-how-to-get-away-with-murder--25877607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25877607Wed, 22 Apr 2020 08:00:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we decided to take a break from our heavier topics to talk about three television shows that we have been watching in our spare time: #BlackAF, 90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days, and the final season of How to Get Away With Murder.4261televisionfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/review-of-the-clark-sisters-first-ladies-of-gospel--25624702https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25624702Fri, 17 Apr 2020 08:00:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Lifetime's The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel, which is the story of sisters Jacky, Denise, Twinkie, Dorinda, and Karen as well as their mother Dr. Mattie Moss Clark.2870clarksistersmoviefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-wearing-masks-is-complicated-for-people-of-color--25507741https://api.spreaker.com/episode/25507741Wed, 15 Apr 2020 08:00:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsAs a result of this global pandemic, the CDC has recommended that people wear cloth masks when they are in public settings. In this episode, we discuss the way that racism could actually prevent people of color from feeling comfortable while wearing...3934racismfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-karen-really-a-racist-term--24955848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24955848Wed, 08 Apr 2020 08:00:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the recent controversy about whether the term "Karen" is racist, sexist, classist, and misogynistic. We also talk about recent developments related to Tiger King on Netflix and discuss how we are handling social distancing.3117falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tiger-king-review--24764801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24764801Fri, 03 Apr 2020 08:00:19 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this special episode, we discuss Netflix docuseries Tiger King, which is the story of the feud between zoo owner Joe Exotic and animal sanctuary operator Carol Baskin.3215tigerkingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-did-we-get-here-a-covid-19-update--24696948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24696948Wed, 01 Apr 2020 08:00:13 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the conditions in our society that left the United States ripe for becoming the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic.3845coronavirus,covid-19falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-review-of-self-made-and-a-coronavirus-update--24275418https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24275418Wed, 25 Mar 2020 08:00:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the Netflix Limited Series Self Made about Madam C.J. Walker. We also talk about how recent discussions about COVID-19 reveal that some politicians like President Trump and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick of Texas are putting the...4527falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/social-distancing-the-honey-pot-and-the-andrew-gillum-scandal--24003644https://api.spreaker.com/episode/24003644Wed, 18 Mar 2020 08:00:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about our experiences with social distancing as a result of COVID-19. We also discuss the Arizona, Illinois, and Florida primaries, the Andrew Gillum Scandal, Pastor Jamal Bryant's views on Christians burning sage, and the...4381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-brief-review-of-love-is-blind--23811780https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23811780Fri, 13 Mar 2020 08:00:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsDuring our previous episode, we meant to talk about Netflix's hit series Love Is Blind so we set out to record an additional segment and ended up with this mini-episode.1977loveisblindfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/biden-wins-covid-19-spreads--23737547https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23737547Wed, 11 Mar 2020 08:00:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Joe Biden's performance on Super Tuesday and during the March 10 primaries. We also discuss the spread of the coronavirus and its impact on our travel plans. We conclude with an update on our self care journeys with a brief...3277coronavirus,politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/men-behaving-badly-michael-bloomberg-harvey-weinstein-tom-steyer-and-snoop-dogg--23403373https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23403373Wed, 04 Mar 2020 10:00:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Joe Biden's performance in the South Carolina primary, Michael Bloomberg's history of racist and sexist gaffes, Harvey Weinstein's conviction, Tom Steyer's twerk pandering, Snoop Dogg's Red Table Talk Interview, and the...4028falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sanders-vs-the-moderates-thoughts-on-the-nevada-caucuses-the-upcoming-south-carolina-primary-and-beyond--23193954https://api.spreaker.com/episode/23193954Wed, 26 Feb 2020 09:00:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this politically charged episode, we discuss Bernie Sanders' win during the Nevada caucuses, Michael Bloomberg's election strategy, and Joe Biden's expectation of support from the Black community during the upcoming South Carolina primary. We also...4017black-community,politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-a-black-woman-get-a-pass-chaka-khan-and-the-national-anthem--22937630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22937630Wed, 19 Feb 2020 09:00:12 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Chaka Khan's National Anthem at the All Star Game, Zaya Wade coming out as transgender, the Harriet Tubman debit card, and the Mississippi state employees charged with embezzling funds from the state welfare office. We also...3588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misogynoir-and-the-gayle-king-backlash--22680852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22680852Wed, 12 Feb 2020 10:40:17 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the backlash Gayle King faced as a result of her interview with Lisa Leslie on Kobe Bryant’s rape allegations. We also talk about the woman whose child died from the flu after she took advice from a Facebook group for...3753falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-excellence-and-complicated-legacies--22428350https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22428350Wed, 05 Feb 2020 09:00:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss whether we as a people conflate material prosperity with excellence using the ongoing dispute between Diddy and Mase as an example. We also talk about the founding of Black History Month, Kobe Bryant’s complicated legacy...3814blackcommunity,kobe,superbowlfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-a-woman-really-be-president--22179216https://api.spreaker.com/episode/22179216Wed, 29 Jan 2020 09:00:05 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn our most political episode yet, we discuss the conversation that allegedly took place between Sen. Bernie Sanders and Sen. Elizabeth Warren in 2018 in which Sen. Sanders reportedly expressed disbelief in a woman's ability to be President of the...3485politicsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-snowy-and-cold-weekend-of-television--21937939https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21937939Wed, 22 Jan 2020 09:00:07 +0000Not Your Black FriendsOn a cold and snowy weekend in Philadelphia, we spent our days inside binge-watching television. In this episode, we discuss some of what we watched--the Aaron Hernandez documentary on Netflix, Tyler Perry's new movie A Fall from Grace, and the...4110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fat-shaming-metoo-and-the-sussex-exit--21696072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21696072Wed, 15 Jan 2020 09:00:19 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about Jillian Michaels' remarks about Lizzo, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stepping back from their role as Senior Royals, and Harvey Weinstein's trial. We also give an update on our self-care journey and more of our plans...3594falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learning-to-accept-failure--21458693https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21458693Wed, 08 Jan 2020 09:00:11 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about the integral role that failure plays in future success. We also discuss the difficulty we experience as African Americans in receiving quality healthcare and the controversy surrounding Jon B. ogling at underage Beyonce.3537falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thriving-in-the-new-year--21231042https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21231042Wed, 01 Jan 2020 09:00:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this introspective episode commemorating the beginning of 2020, Spencer and Tia share their New Year's Resolutions.3001falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-in-the-suburbs--21044228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/21044228Wed, 25 Dec 2019 09:00:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we talk about our experiences adjusting to Christmas in the suburbs. We also give our thoughts on Trump's impeachment, Kim Kardashian's suspiciously dark photo, and Jennifer Hudson's career.2534falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/millennial-nostalgia--20841915https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20841915Wed, 18 Dec 2019 09:00:16 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn honor of Spencer's birthday, we talk about millennial nostalgia--specifically the current popularity of things commonly associated with millennial childhoods as seen through the success of Disney+ and Mario Kart Tour. We also talk about our recent...4069falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spencer-wins-a-medal--20644929https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20644929Wed, 11 Dec 2019 09:00:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, Spencer talks about his experience being a part of the winning team in the AAA Division of the GRID6 Philly Competition and gives some background on his fitness journey. We also discuss the confusion surrounding Billy Dee Williams'...3683falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bad-dates-and-career-day--20467776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20467776Wed, 04 Dec 2019 11:00:15 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss our participation in Career Day at our alma mater Central High School in Philadelphia, PA. We also talk about our worst dates from our single years and our thoughts on TI's first episode of Red Table Talk.4185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-first-thanksgiving-episode--20300723https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20300723Wed, 27 Nov 2019 11:00:06 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the importance of macaroni and cheese to Black Thanksgiving dinners. We also talk about viral grandmother and bodybuilder Willie Murphy, Robyn Crawford's many interviews about Whitney Houston, the proliferation of streaming...3034black-communityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sexy-john-legend-and-a-spoiler-filled-harriet-discussion-featuring-stephanie-webb--20131733https://api.spreaker.com/episode/20131733Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:00:09 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the movie Harriet with our special guest Stephanie Webb of Decipher City. We also talk about People Magazine giving John Legend the title of "Sexiest Man Alive" and the "Eating While Black" incident that recently occurred...3405black-community,harrietfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/t-i-s-virginity-inspections-and-the-return-of-the-popeye-s-chicken-sandwich--19995697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19995697Wed, 13 Nov 2019 11:00:14 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss the return of the Popeye's Chicken Sandwich and the revelation that T.I. takes yearly trips to the gynecologist with his daughter. We also review Kanye West's gospel album "Jesus is King."3763black-communityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kirk-franklin-kanye-west-and-black-intuition--19876559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19876559Wed, 06 Nov 2019 11:00:18 +0000Not Your Black FriendsIn this episode, we discuss Kirk Franklin's boycott of TBN and the Dove Awards, Kanye West's interview with Big Boy, and some of our experiences during Halloween this year.3093black-communityfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pastor-david-e-wilson-and-church-playboys--19660333https://api.spreaker.com/episode/19660333Fri, 25 Oct 2019 10:00:21 +0000Not Your Black FriendsThis introductory episode discusses the connection between the viral "Pastor Wilson" meme and common views on the sexuality of male ministers in the African American church.2399black-communityfalsefull