the blacklog

It's that classic Charlie Brown episode where Linus annually bypasses trick-or-treating and a party to sit in a pumpkin patch to wait on "The Great Pumpkin". Rod & Ryan discuss this classic show from Linus' obsession to adults being cruel to Charlie Brown. They also digress about different things including child boxing.

The Hillman crew (plus Ernest) goes on spring break only to find out there drug dealers after us due to a mix-up. Rod & Ryan discuss how janky Julian really is, Freddie's seductive eyes, and Ron's new crush on Kim. They also digress about the Green Lantern's black side, the new Different World, and mental health.

The ROTC Banquet to honor Col. Taylor is right around the corner at Hillman, and Ron is anxious about whether or not he'll win the Cadet of the Year award. Rod & Ryan dig into Ron's obsession with winning this award and Mr. Gaines being Mr. Gaines. Of course they digress...but they digress A LOT from grown men playing high school football, nicknames, and vocabulary words.

Kim needs help but doesn't want help as she struggles to pay for school. Ron & Dwayne are in a commercial against NBA greats. Rod & Ryan deal with Kim's money woes and her audacity to not want anyone to know her business. They also dig into Dwayne and Ron looking like fools in this commercial. Finally, they digress about who goes to heaven and long touchdowns.

Whitley thought she was going to get an over-the-top celebration for her 21st birthday, but she decided to celebrate by herself when it seemed like everyone forgot. Rod & Ryan dig into Whitley's obsession with Denzel Washington, Ron & Dwayne's plan to kidnap Whitley, and Whitley's cheap wine. They also digress about racism plus the Green Lantern and Howard vs Indiana in footbal...

Whitley is looking for jobs and not getting any jobs. She is upset, does not want to go back to her mom, and has to figure things out. Rod & Ryan will dive into Whitley's Emmy nod that she never received, nepotism, and Ron's sister (that didn't sound right). They also digress about MJs burns, Alfonso Ribeiro, and their neighborhood.

Walter and Dwayne recap their basketball recruiting trip to everyone in a cold Gilbert Hall lobby that included arrests, fights, and jail. Rod & Ryan dig into this episode including Dwayne's Whitley obsession, Walter's past due jaywalking tickets, and Julian not being that bad of a dude. They also digress about Tony Burton in Rocky and a wild story about crabs...the kind you eat.

This is the second half Rod & Ryan's celebration of two years of the blacklog by looking back at Michael Jackson's greatest videos. Part 2 looks at MJ post-Thriller. They analyze how huge Michael Jackson was worldwide, the BAD video, Black & White, and his AI video post-death. They also digress about Wesley Snipes, a club in the projects of New Orleans, and Isotoner gloves.

Rod & Ryan celebrate two years of the blacklog by taking a look back at Michael Jackson's greatest videos. Part 1 includes a deep dive into his videos including Beat It, Billie Jean, and Thriller. They discuss real gang members on the Beat It set, the cinematography of Billie Jean, and the stupid route MJ and Ola Ray took in Thriller. Of course, they digress about Rod's artistry, Ryan&...

Whitley just wants to be friends with Dwayne and goes as far to set him up on a date. Jaleesa is insulted by Walter's chauvinism and bets him that she can teach anyone (in this case, Freddie) how to play poker enough to beat him and his choice of partner. Rod & Ryan dive into Whitley choosing a too-fine of a woman for Dwayne and Jaleesa taking Walter to the cleaners in Poker. They also dig...

Whitley meets Julian and joins him in the protest against apartheid. However, she later finds out that they are boycotting the company that funds Kim's scholarship. Rod & Ryan dive deep into Julian joining the show, Whitley dating above her weight, and Freddie getting into other folk's pockets. They also digress about Clubber Lang and Gotham City.

Claire Huxtable comes back to Hillman to give back to her alma mater by helping students prepare for job interviews. In the meantime, Freddie's archeological project brings brings her places she didn't expect to be. Rod & Ryan discuss Claire looking fine, Freddie destroying property, and Whitley not knowing what she would do post-graduation. They also digress about Tuskegee's dress...

The blacklog takes a detour from "A Different World" to address the movie E.T. (since "Disclosure Day" is out, might as well). The title of this pod is exactly what it is about. Rod & Ryan not only go through the movie but also state the number of reasons they just did not like this movie like everyone else did. They dig into Elliott being a rotten son, Drew Barrymore being...

Dwayne writes a poem about his first "love"...math, but Whitley thinks it's about her. And Freddie is trying to juggle two men at the same time. Rod & Ryan dig into more of Dwayne's hating and girls who want to get with their professors. They also digress about the Looney Tunes vs Disney and service dogs.

Dwayne's childhood friend visits and tries to convince him not only to leave Hillman but to also stay away from Ron. Mr. Gaines and Col. Taylor attend an army reunion, and Col. Taylor sees and old girlfriend. Rod & Ryan dig into the PWI vs HBCU debate, being a sellout, and seeing that old flame from back in the day. They also digress about possums playing dead and "Trading Places&quot...

Rod & Ryan take a break from "A Different World" to give you their joint top ten list of Muppets. Regardless if they came from Sesame Street or the Muppet Show, these characters brought joy to generations of kids, but this episode is all about Rod and Ryan. They also digress about Mr. Snuffleupagus' eyelashes and a song that only Ryan seems to know about.

Rod & Ryan jump on for a bonus podcast because it's too hot! They dive into the fact that their generation...Gen X did not deal with this type of heat, walking to the car in this heat, and protecting your property from this heat!

Dean Hughes invites Whitley and Freddie to her home to help with a freshman tea. Whitley uses this as a chance to get on the Dean's good side for an ambassadorship that she wants, and Freddie is just being Freddie. Ron also takes in a new roommate without telling Dwayne. Rod & Ryan discuss Whitley's hate for Freddie, Ron's choices as a roommate, and Dean Hughes' food plans. The...

It's Christmas time, but Whitley is acting like the Grinch. Then (in 80s sitcom style) she is visited by the ghosts of Christmas. Even though it's summertime, Rod & Ryan dig into the tradition of the "three ghosts'" episodes, Col. Taylor's grading system, and Mr. Gaines' flying. They also digress about ET, odd holiday trips, and their best Christmas.

With exams about to start, Kim is hit with the news that her dad was shot on duty. Whitley, Dwayne, and Freddie help drive Kim to Ohio to be with her family. There is a lot of focus on faith in God and whether or not prayers are answered. Rod & Ryan dive into Whitley being an idiot to Freddie, faith, and road trips. They also digress about bike rides and Ryan gives his first "non-shoutout...

It's homecoming at Hillman! Kim dips on homecoming to go to Freaknic, even though her Pops told her not to go. Dwayne and Ron try to hook up with some girls but end up with cold showers. Rod & Ryan dig into HBCU homecomings, Dwayne's lowkey hate on Ron, and Whitley's embarrassing moment. They also digress about the Michigan-Ohio St game and Michael Jackson lyrics.

Walter asks Jaleesa to marry him after winning a vacation to Hawaii. The wedding is in two weeks, and in the meantime, Dwayne is trying to tell Whitley how he feels about her. Rod & Ryan dig deep into the Walter's proposal because he's cheap and Dwayne's rebound to Whitley since the Denise debacle. They also digress about open bars at weddings and closeup profile pics.

Ron is digging a classmate who turns out to have a child, and he is suddenly trying to figure out how to move forward because he really likes her. Dwayne's good friend from the crib, Heavy D, helps out by performing at Hillman for a benefit concert. Rod & Ryan dive into Ron's strong feelings for this young lady, Heavy D's guest appearance, and Whitley's continuous shade. They a...

Dwayne is hyped to because he is going to see Denise in Brooklyn to tell her how he feels, and Whitley is dreading having to attend her dad's wedding. Rod & Ryan jump into Dwayne's impending disappointment, Whitley's continuous shade, and how Dwayne may be a hater. They also digress about being old, and six eggs in one hand.

Whitley volunteers at a youth center where she teaches ballet. She befriends this one kid and is totally befuddled when he steals her wallet. Rod & Ryan touch on several issues including Whitley's judgement of the kids and the kid really trying to convince adults that can collection bought a new bike. They also digress about high medical costs, the "Tuck Rule", and Ryan's tru...