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We watched all 13 episodes of Luke Cage and we're now ready to discuss our takeaways from this show; which includes guest appearances, musical score, and hot takes from critics from reviewers. The panel led by Jamie features Gabby, Tora, Kristin, JN and Kayla. Music: Theme Song Luke Cage: Netflix and Love Live The Chief Jidenna Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for info...

Veronica Wells is the culture editor over at Madame Noire and is the author of a new novel called Bettah Days. She chats in a one-on-one with Caron about her latest works. Raoul Peck is a feature and documentary filmmaker and at TIFF released the James Baldwin biopic "I Am Not Your Negro". This is a one-on-one with Jacqueline Music by: Sammus, SkyBlew and Shubzilla Segments 1&2 edited by John Baue...

Luke Cage premieres Sept 30th and we are dedicating a podcast solely to the series and its creators. This episode features a one-on-one interview with TV showrunner Cheo Hodari Coker, Simone Missick as Misty Knight, and roundtable interviews at San Diego Comic Con with the cast. Music by: Sammus, SkyBlew and Luke Cage song by Thaahum ET MCEEZ Music Cheo Interview edited by MR Daniel mrdaniel.net S...

The film that has sparked the most controversy this year from the plot of a bloody slave rebellion massacre the the film's star and director's past coming back to add more fuel to the film's publicity; Birth Of A Nation is the film that everyone is talking about whether you love it or hate it. Jacqueline, Joelle and Lauren unpack their thoughts about the film and the controversy surrounding the fi...

Segment 1: Jada Pinkett Smith joins our show to chat about her role as Fish Mooney on Fox's Gotham. She also shares some sound advice for Black women on how to be their best self! Hosted by Caron Segment 2: Luvvie Ajayi is a noted blogger and author of the new book I'm Judging You: The Do Better Manual. She gives her humorous perspective of how to make better choices in life. Hosted by Kay B Segme...

Segment 1: Ava DuVernay is the executive producer and director of the new OWN series "Queen Sugar". The show premiered last week with record breaking numbers for the network and Ava discusses why she chose women directors and how important it is to tell this story. Hosted by: Caron Segment 2: Toronto International Film Festival artistic director Cameron Bailey discusses his role in selecting films...

Segment 1: Actress Tika Sumpter plays the role of a young Michelle Robinson on her first date with Barack Obama in the new film "Southside With You". She also chats about her role on the OWN series "The Haves and the Have Nots". Hosted by Joelle Segment 2: Judiana Makovsky is a three time Academy Award nominee costume designer who has worked on such films as Captain America: Winter Soldier and Cap...

Segment 1: Writer of Showtime's "Shameless" and AMC's "Into The Badlands" LaToya Morgan joins us in a discussion over writing for TV, Bruce Lee films and working in comics. Hosted by: Jamie, Caron, Mel and Joelle Segment 2: Rayne Roberts is the Creative Executive for LucasFilm. She works with LucasFilm Story Group developing stories for films like "The Force Awakens" and "Rogue One", as well as bo...

We have an intimate discussion with Caron and Kayla about parenting. Topics on this episode range from school bullying to tips on how to get your child involved in studies. As well as how great it is to cosplay have fun with your kids! Hosted by Jamie, Caron, Kayla Edited by Jamie Broadnax Music by Sammus Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

Segment 1: 9 year old Natalie McGriff is the creator of The Adventures of Moxie McGriff, a comic book about little black girl that turns her insecurities about her kinky hair into super powers. Co-hosted by Jamie. Kayla, Grace, and Tora Edited by MR Daniel mrdaniel.net Segment 2: An SDCC roundtable featuring the cast and crew of Luke Cage which includes: TV showrunner Cheo Hodari-Coker, head of Ma...

We have a roundtable discussion about the DC Warner Bros film Suicide Squad that premiered this past weekend. The film had some very mixed reviews from both fans and critics and we discuss why. Panel: Jamie, Caron, Kayla and ReBecca Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by Sweet "Ballroom Blitz" Queen "Bohemian Rhapsody" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

Segment 1: Actress Sujata Day best known as CeCe from the "Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl" chats with us about her work on the series and her new role on HBO's "Insecure". Hosted by Jamie, Afiya and Kristin Segment 2: Filmmaker Steven Caple Jr and actor Rafi Gavron chat about their film "The Land" at the IFC Film Premiere in NYC last week. Hosted by Kay B Segment 3: MC Akil of Jurassic 5 shar...

Segment 1: Actress and Singer Anika Noni Rose chats about her new role in the Starz hit show Power as well as the impact of what being the first Black Disney princess has had on her life personally and professionally. Hosted by Jamie, Caron, and Tora Segment 2: Jamie has a one-on-one interview with actor Idris Elba at San Diego Comic Con. Idris talks about his new role as Krall in Star Trek Beyond...

Star Trek Beyond press conference 7/14/16 The movie opened this weekend! Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Segment 1: Alejandra Castillo is the National Director of the Minority Business Development Agency for the US Dept of Commerce. She chats with us about tech and entrepreneurship. Hosted by: Jamie, Kayla, Kay B and Joi Segment 2: Actor Ernie Hudson talks about his movie career and his role in the 2016 Ghostbusters film and shares his candid thoughts about an all-woman cast. Hosted by: Kay B, JN Mon...

Segment 1: Taneka Stotts is the editor of the Elements Anthology series. She talks about how she got into comics, and why diverse stories are needed. Hosted by Gabby Segment 2: Actors Robert Ri'chard, Rob Riley, Rick Gonzalez and Wesley Jonathan talk about the new TV One film Bad Dad Rehab. Hosted by Kay B Segment 3: Erin Elizabeth burns chats about her new horror film Cell based on a Stephen King...

Segment 1: Gamer and cosplayer Mica Burton chats with us about her work in the digital space and being an advocate for all black girl nerds out there seeking inclusion and representation. Hosted by: Jacqueline Segment 2: Djimon Hounsou plays the role of Chief Mbonga in the new film The Legend Tarzan and speaks briefly about his character in the film. Hosted by: Joelle Segment 3: Ashley Terrell is...

Segment 1: Melody Cooper is a writer, director, producer, and playwright and has worked on several films and plays. She discusses her work in the industry and how she is changing the landscape and creating opportunities for Black women in the film industry. Hosted by Joelle Segment 2: Tarrah Gales is a member of executive leadership for Classy Living Society, LLC. She discusses how the organizatio...

Jamie hosts a panel discussion about the surprise series finale to Penny Dreadful. Fans were shocked this past Sunday as the show abruptly ended leaving many loose ends for our favorite characters and their respective story arcs. Hosted by: Jamie Panel: Afiya, Revetta, and Valerie Complex Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Abel Korzeniowski Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...

Segment 1: Gary Anthony Williams cracks us up over his latest role as Bebop in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out Of The Shadows. You also know him best as Uncle Ruckus in The Boondocks. Co-hosted by Kayla, Kay B, and Tora Segment 2: Jessie Usher chats with Tora about his latest film Independence Day: Resurgence and his work with the Cartoon Network. Hosted by Tora Segment 3: Corey Glover was the f...

Jamie hosts a roundtable discussion about Black women working in corporate America and the challenges we face. Panel features: Joi, Caron, Kay B, Kristin, and Tora Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Segment 1: The legendary LeVar Burton joins us to talk about his legacy as an actor, producer, and host of one of the most prolific works of our generation. His work on Roots, Reading Rainbow, and Star Trek: The Next Generation has carved a landscape in our lives as fans and followers of his work. Co-hosted by: Marqueeda, Tora and Kayla Segment 2: Actor Regé-Jean Page plays the character of Chicke...

Segment 1: A panel discussion about misogyny within geek culture which includes issues of sexism in cosplay, fake geek girls, and gatekeeping. Panel features Jamie, Caron, Kayla, Tora, Kay B and Cynthia Segment 2: Podcaster and social media activist Shaun Lau discusses his podcast No Totally and how important it is to leverage his platform to discuss issues of racial bias in media. Hosted by: Mel...

We discuss the latest comic book popcorn flick X-Men Apocalypse and we're not holding back! Panel features Jamie, Caron, Kay B, and Kayla Edited by Jamie Broadnax Music by SkyBlew Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/blackgirlnerds Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Segment 1: Executive Producer Will Packer known for films like Straight Outta Compton and Ride Along is producing the new reimagined Roots miniseries. He discusses the series and why Alex Haley's story is just important today as it was over 30 years ago. Co-hosted by: Joelle, Caron, and Kristin Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Segment 2: Sam Benjamin talks about his career as an actor, writer, and produc...