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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...

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 wan...

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...

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 tha...

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!

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 Kim...

While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: LoveOnStage Season 2 - Atlanta (FINALE)

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 commun...

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 Birdshot and select an "almost incredible coming of age" scene as our POCcorn moment. This episode is dedicated to Filipino American History Month, and this part...

In this mini episode, the We Need to Talk hostesses discuss the complicated issue of separating the ART from the ARTIST. From Kanye to James Corden, JK Rowling to Tobe Nwigwe, Ellen to R. Kelly, the list goes on and on. Who do we continue to support? Where do our loyalties lie? Are you complicit in the actions of the Artist if you still take part in their art? Does supporting their art mean you su...

For our first guest starring episode, we interview the first father figure in our ongoing series on fatherhood.  Our special guest, Macketen, gladly discussed the highs, lows and surprises of raising two young girls and the importance of having a great partner in your corner. Along the way, we touch on hair maintenance, the 5/5 rule on relationship, and the constant work of creating the paren...

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 Indian Horse and select a solemn scene depicting suicide as our POCcorn moment. This episode is dedicated to National Indigenous Peoples Month, and this fi...

With each of us having two kiddos, we share our expectations and realities around raising siblings. Along the way, we realize that each child is on their own timeline, that comparison IS the thief of joy, and that we must extend grace to each other while leaving room for plenty of laughter.

In this mini episode, we ponder over whether we would choose youth and knowledge, over an adulthood redo with a $50 Million start. Our answers range from deeply personal to extremely strategic, but all in all we delve into how time travel and money can really impact your reality. Listen In!

Jabari is growing up in this episode, and a big part of that is realizing the Santa Clause isn't real. We discuss what childhood events transitioned us from the "innocence" of childhood, and review our own personal Santa stories as well. William faces more choices as he continues to date Monica. He has to choose between throwing a party to advance his career or put on a Santa suit to encourage Jab...

While You Were Scrolling, we were Watching: LoveOnStage Season 2 - Atlanta (Belly to Belly)

Fiction has taken a step into realism by casting actors of color in world wide phenomenon's such as The Little Mermaid, Rings of Power and House of Dragons. Unfortunately, many fans of the Caucasian race are expressing their disapproval. We breakdown why Haters Gon' Hate.

What started as a conversation on how we approach education methodologies for the kiddos shifted into a much needed discussion/rant about the hard work of parenting without the support and monetary assistance of those in power.  Along the way we shared the ridiculous ways we've had to manage governmental requirements, the sad fact that our beloved childcare workers are severely #underpaid and...

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 Encanto and choose yet another dinner scene as our POCcorn moment. This too, is an episode dedicated to Hispanic Heritage month, and so we thank you all fo...

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 In the Heights and breakdown the many layers revealed during the intimate dinner scene shown in the the film. In honor of Hispanic Heritage month, we delve...

In this episode, we dive into the concept of Pretty Privilege and rating systems among Cisgender Heterosexual (Cishet) men and women. The Girlfriends and their male counterparts have a discussion about what the opposite sex wants from the other, and we discover that the themes brought up in their conversation not only resonated decades before the show's time, but decades after as well. Listen in,...

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 inaugural episode, we discuss The Woman King . and delve into the Battle Prep scene where Izogie (played by Lashana Lynch) pumped up the warriors as well as the theater audien...

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 inaugural episode, we discuss Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. and delve into the monologue scene Trinitie (played by Regina Hall) has at the end.

Queen Elizabeth II Gone. Dis How We Wanna Go Out...listen on for our "last wishes" and a lil humor on how we want to go onto glory.

We tackle the Gentle Parenting child-rearing style and wrestle with the difficulty of putting in practice something that takes plenty of patience and a mindset adjustment.  We continue to keep it real by sharing our hard moments, our insecurities and visceral feelings about Gentle Parenting versus 'traditional' parenting. Links to the articles we mentioned: 1) https://www.verywellfamily.com/w...