Act 2: The Podcast

Comedy is medicine for some. How ironic is it that it comes from some who have the most pain. Comedians from the likes of Redd Fox to George Carlin, Paul Mooney to Richard Pryor, Bernie Mac to Chris Fock have all shared stories of sadness which led to them being a light to the rest of the world via laughter. But to some, comedy isn’t always laughs when it hurts. Is there a such thing of going too...

“Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” was once a title of a television show that predated the likes of MTV Cribs, Sweet16, and other entertainment platforms showcasing the lifestyle and material possessions of those in the music, TV, sports and cinema industry. Present day, these same displays are found across social media platforms from the likes of blog pages like Shaderoom, Baller Alert, Hollywoo...

Today’s world is a scary place. Not only because of the violence,  UFO sightings and Southern California record rainfall. These things can be troublesome if you think too hard and long about them. But one thing you don’t have to think about is the cost of living. The cost of everything that we purchase out of desire or necessity. Food, housing, clothing, entertainment. Everything is high. And ther...

You can probably ask 10 people about the same scenario and they’d all give a different answer to questions about their childhood. Good, bad or indifferent, no two childhood were alike. When we think about how we were resided, it begs the question when others act otherwise, “who raised you?”. Comedian T.K Kirkland coined the phrase in search of answers to uncouth observances. And it’s no surprise b...

Wah gwaan? Sounds like music to the ears. That is if your ears enjoy the home of reggae music and Bob Marley as much as ours. Jamaica is indeed one of our favorite vacation places. After four visits, and God willing many more to come, Jamaica has a special place in our hearts. Since 2001, we’ve been on vacations up and down the east coast. From the Outer Banks, Topsail Island, Fort Lauderdale, Myr...

When the judge bangs that gavel to announce guilt or innocence, it’s usually not much that can be done. Whether being judged by a jury of 12 or by a judge himself, guilt is determined by others. But what is life like when you live with guilt imposed on yourself by yourself? How heavy is the load we sometimes carry that we probably should have put down years ago? Erykah Badu once warned in her hit...

Do you believe generational curses are a real thing? You can find endless message on social media encouraging those who desire to break generational curses to do so. But what does that really look like? How do you break the chains of what’s been fed into your psyche during your most primitive years? Nature vs nurture is an internal battle many fight throughout adulthood. Trying to break the cycle...

We all have an idea in our minds of what it will be like when the world is ending. It’s highly likely most of our thoughts include some of the same cataclysmic events in some order or another. After the recent events on the east coast of the US, some may have felt that time has come. Earthquake. Eclipse. Meteor. Aliens. Yup. Our combined dreams, or nightmares, coming true. But in the aftermath and...

Birthdays are probably one of the most common celebrations in the world. No stats to prove it. But considering we all have one, it makes sense that this could be true. Some choose to wait until milestone years like the tens and each quarter of the century. But who’s to say the next day is guaranteed, let alone the next birthday. Like the Notorious B.I.G. Said, “birthdays were the worse days”. This...

Cheating has been apart of life as long as humans have been here. This isn’t just in reference to adulterous relationships. Cheating comes in many facets in all realms of life. And unfortunately, some people will try to find a way to get over if there’s an indication a way exists. But as we all know, cheaters never win. Right? Atlantic City, Las Vegas and other casino populated cities may hold the...

Death and taxes are two things that are guaranteed in this life. But we must add change and evolution to the list as well. As long as people are here, there will continue to be change. We all know the alternative is to be one stagnant and that means no growth. So change is coming. Whether we like it or not. There are some changes in today’s climate that may be harder to adjust to than others. Rece...

Relationships can be described like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get. Different flavors may appease some and disgust others. And it doesn’t mean any of them are bad. Whatever floats one’s boat is how they should paddle.  For us, there are some things that are pertinent. Physical touch is an integral part of our relationship. This doesn’t only include hugs and booty rubs. A...

‘Til death do us part is probably what’s remembered most about wedding vows. Honestly, who doesn’t plan to be with the one they’re saying “I do” to until forever? As high as divorce rates continue to be, it’s not thought that most people all down the aisle with the thoughts of an end. But other than the beginning and possible end, what about the middle? The meat and potatoes of the marriage lie wi...

The countdown is on. 2023 is almost outta here. Yeah…it’s 364 days but it always feels like the time flies by. This has been an interesting year to say the least. As we approach the end, the resounding feeling is one of gratitude. With a capital G. What started out as a getaway to the Catskills turned into an emergency medical situation that forever changed the course of our lives. To say we are a...

People find many ways to get things off their chest. Some go to therapy, phone a friend, or talk to a priest in a confessional booth. In today’s society, another avenue is available right at our fingertips. Literally. But when is it too much? Is TMI even considered anymore? Or is the general consensus amongst the social media world that if you’re a known person, regardless of your level of celebri...

Life has been lifing for all of us. Some say it’s Mercury retrograde. Others may blame it on the rain. Either way, everyone is going through something, getting over something or preparing to go through whatever is next. Overall, we can’t complain. Best way to avoid doing so is to keep a clear mind and tell yourself life’s great. There’s a lot of jobs in life that people take on. One of the hardest...

You might see him in the street, but rapper TI, or known to some as TIP, and more professionally as Clifford Harris, reminded everyone that we don’t Rey know him. And if there was anyone more reminded of that in recent weeks, it has been his son, King Harris.  From trap star to rap star, with a few stops at the penitentiary, comedy clubs, and movie screens, Mr. Harris has made quite a name for him...

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Again. That time of the year is here. Already. It’s on the calendar and we always know it’s coming. But why is it that it always feels like we’re never fully prepared? Prepared or not, ‘tis the season and there nothing we can do about it. Families around the globe are writing lists, checking track records and doing it twice. Some find themselves on  nau...

The award goes to Aubrey Graham for yet again giving us a song title that fits to well into life. As the old adage goes, man plans and God laughs because as we all know, we really have no say in how this thing goes. So the 2018 hit record from the Scorpion album not only won a Grammy for Best Rap Song, it may be in the running for our most appropriate episode title. This week’s mini-pod is a resul...

America has a problem people. In actuality, it has lots of problems. But we gotta start somewhere. President Barack Obama tried to rectify with the Affordable Care Act or Obamacare as it was affectionately known. But at this point, I’m not sure the problem has been fixed.  Who would have thought we’d be living at a time when doctor appointments have to be scheduled three months in advance? Who wou...

Can’t stop, won’t stop. Bad boy for life. Were we being fed a message all along and eating it up unknowingly from the hip-hop conglomerate Bad Bau Entertainment CEO? One can say a name is just a name. But is there intent behind a name, or does one make decisions to live up to the name? However you choose to slice it, Sean Puff Daddy Puffy PDiddy Diddy Brother Love Combs is simmering in some hot wa...

I’m not sure if it’s even acceptable to mention the lyrics of the convicted R&B crooner Mr. 12 Play and Chocolate Factory himself. With hit after hit after hit, R. Kelly often gave many instructions to his sexual pursuits. One of them was to keep it on the down low, ensuing nobody has to know. This indeed is exactly what many are doing. People have been creeping since time and memorial. It isn...

Unless you’ve been living under the sea with Nemo and his crew, then you have been exposed to the news over the last week of the ongoing war. Not a conflict. Not a dispute. Not turmoil. It’s a full on war where lives are being lost on both sides. But for some, there’s not just two sides. The war between Israel and Palestine has been ongoing for years. While some will take a stand with either side,...

Heal the world, make it a better place. Not sure if this was a simple request or a huge prayer. When Michael Jackson released this 1991 anthem, it is evident even at that time, healing was needed in this cruel, cold world in very much the same way it is today.  One of the truest ways to heal the world is with love. It sounds so corny and Cali he but is true since the beginning of time. Love transc...

As Beyoncé summoned all the ladies to get in Formation in 2016, she also let us know Red Lobster was her choice of restaurant to dine after a pleasurable romantic encounter with her man, presumably her husband, Shawn Carter. Despite Mr. And Mrs. Carter’s support for the establishment, Red Lobster found itself on a list of other less desirable first date options circulating the internet this week....