Chocolate: The Podcast

We’re winding back the clock and revisiting the very first episode of Chocolate: The Podcast! In this episode, we reflect on the complex realities behind fear, moving beyond surface-level ideas to unpack lived experiences, cultural pressures, and the systemic factors that shape how Black people navigate safety, vulnerability, and everyday life. Episode References: Jane Elliott ⁠ "Why white pe...

Am I boring, or just getting older? On this episode, we reflect on slowing down, choosing peace over chaos, and the quiet fear of becoming “irrelevant” as we age. From social expectations to queer narratives, nostalgia to burnout, we explore what it really means to evolve, and whether leaving certain versions of ourselves behind is actually loss, or something softer. Maybe we’re not boring. Maybe...

We’re winding back the clock and revisiting one of my favorite episodes, Dark Chocolate . In this conversation, we dive into the complex realities of colorism and the beauty standards that continue to shape how we see ourselves and each other. Episode References: 1. Chika Okoro | Confessions of a D Girl: Colorism and Global Standards of Beauty | YouTube, TEDxStanford (published 2017) 2. Dr. Sarah...

On this episode of Chocolate: The Podcast , we dive into another deeply personal and hilarious Q&A episode answering listener questions about music obsessions, social batteries, embarrassing fashion eras, and the strange emotional trauma caused by staplers. From reflections on the Black Arts Movement to why social media might deserve less of our energy, this episode moves between thoughtful, f...

On this episode of Chocolate: The Podcast , we take a step back and look at what’s really behind something as simple as a fizzy drink. From culture and marketing to identity and environment, this deep dive starts with soda, but quickly turns into something much bigger. References Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Sugar-Sweetened Beverages ; REACH Program . Harvard T.H. Chan School...

On this episode we talk all about expectations. Expectations we place on ourselves, the ones we project onto others, and the ones we don’t even realize we’re carrying. From unspoken pressures to the ways expectations shape how we love, create, and move through the world, this is a reflection on learning to pause, question, and redefine what truly aligns. Maybe it’s not about meeting every expectat...

On this episode, we dive into the addictive world of reality TV! We explore why watching wealthy people stumble can feel cathartic, entertaining, and socially connective, while also examining the tension between image and reality. We discuss how editing, storylines, and reunion episodes often reinforce racial stereotypes, especially for Black women, and why representation matters. It’s a conversat...

On this vulnerable episode, we explore how validation, especially from cis men, can feel like proof of existence in a world shaped by the male gaze. Through personal reflection and cultural insight, we unpack the line between self-expression and performance, the pull of external validation, and what it means to feel seen but not truly known. This is a conversation about unlearning, reclaiming self...

On this episode, we explore how relentless advertising, social pressure, and easy access to goods trap us in cycles of comparison, debt, and distraction. We trace the history of consumerism, from post-WWII worker gains to the rise of the modern consumer and ask: how can we reclaim intentionality, solidarity, and genuine happiness in a world built to keep us buying? Episode References: Digital Silk...

This week on Chocolate: The Podcast , we check in after a whirlwind few weeks of creativity, allergies, and life moving at full speed. From a peaceful reset weekend in Koblenz to witnessing a literal meteor over Köln, this episode is all about slowing down and paying attention to the signs around us. Inspired by a spontaneous tarot reading at a FLINTA community café, we walk through a deeply perso...

On this special LIVE episode of Chocolate: The Podcast , we explore the future of Black Queerness, what it means to center it, protect it, and imagine it boldly. We’re joined by Via, a media scholar, video essayist, and emerging filmmaker currently pursuing her Master’s in Media Culture Analysis. Her work explores film, culture, and identity, and she’s actively involved with the Black & Queer...

This episode is a special Chocolate Talk featuring someone who knows me better than anyone else on this planet: my sister, Sarah! Sarah is adventurous, curious, and always ready for the next experience. Sarah loves to travel, hike, and spend time with friends! She’s also a former track star, having spent years competing in track and field as a long jumper, so sports will always hold a special plac...

This week on Chocolate: The Podcast , we are is switching things up with another cozy, no-filter Q&A episode! Let's dive into your really good questions about Black queer comfort, respectability politics, queerness in community, protecting your peace, and why trends are… absolutely not it. I’m beyond excited to invite you to Chocolate: The Podcast LIVE! A night of reflection, music, and co...

Today’s episode is about ICE — where it came from, what it’s become, and why so many people are terrified and outraged in 2026. We break down ICE’s history, its expansion under multiple administrations, and the recent events that have sparked nationwide protests, international backlash, and growing fears about human rights, detention, and the criminalization of dissent. This isn’t just an immigrat...

Season 4 of Chocolate Talk is officially here — and we’re kicking things off with an incredible guest artist straight out of Bonn, whose work lives right between canvas and resistance. Reggie is Black, queer, disabled, and has been creating since their early teens, sometimes through painting, sometimes through words, always capturing the chaos of everyday life alongside something much deeper. Root...

This week is all about rewiring our conditioning ! The moment when the stories we were handed begin to crack, and clarity arrives whether we’re ready or not. From questioning binary political thinking to confronting environmental harm, capitalism, and internalized narratives about worth, this episode explores what it means to think critically in a world that rewards comfort over truth. This episod...

We open the new season with a deeply personal meditation on transformation, clarity, and choosing intention in a world obsessed with noise. From unlearning performative productivity to recommitting to art as a tool for truth rather than profit, this episode explores what it means to live, create, and resist with care, courage, and conviction. Rooted in Blackness, queerness, and revolutionary imagi...

It’s a celebration, y’all! 🥳 Isaac (they/them) is back on Chocolate: The Podcast with a special birthday episode full of laughter, reflection, and real talk. Isaac takes us through a reflective journey— diving into the messy, complicated topic of materialism and money. Plus, a big announcement for the future of the pod!. 🍫✨ This episode is a mix of birthday energy, heartfelt truths, and communi...

In Part 2 of our Chocolate Talk spotlight on musical theater, we’re keeping the curtain up with the incomparable B Noel Thomas . If Act 1 was about stepping into the spotlight, Act 2 is about what it takes to stay there—joys, struggles, and everything in between. We get candid about navigating and building a career that honors both craft and community. From backstage stories to bold visions for th...

In this episode of Chocolate Talk , we’re stepping into the world of musical theater —bold, bright, and unapologetically Black and queer. Joining us for ACT 1 is the incredible B. Noel , a dynamic performer and creative force, as we dive deep into the realities of life on (and off) the stage. Together, we talk about what it means to take up space in an industry built on tradition, how identity sha...

 I am not half of anything. I am the whole of myself. I am not between — i am  beyond . I am chocolate.   In this special episode of Chocolate: The Podcast , I officially come out as non-binary and unpack what that means for me—emotionally, spiritually, and politically.  We also journey through history to explore how gender diversity has always existed across the globe. From the Two-Spirit people...

Hey Chocolate fam! 🍫 It’s Isaac (they/them) back with a special episode of Chocolate: The Podcast — where we celebrate all things Blackness, Queerness, and everything chocolatey. Today, we’re switching it up with a fun Q&A session, answering your amazing questions about the origins of the podcast, my creative journey, irrational fears (spoiler: chia seeds 😅), zombie apocalypse strategies, an...

We are extraordinary. We are black. We are chocolate. In this thought-provoking episode of Chocolate: The Podcast , we explore the nuances of cultural appropriation and its impact on creative expression. We unpack Ariana Grande’s controversial Blackiana era, dissecting the layers of identity and influence in modern pop culture, examine the timeless allegory of Animal Farm , are more! Tune in for a...

I am hurt. I am Angry! I am chocolate On this episode of Chocolate: The Podcast , we dive into the phenomenon of world blindness —the way we collectively look away from the global issues that should matter most. From climate collapse to systemic injustice, we explore why so many people, especially in the U.S., choose ignorance over action. How did we get here? Why do so many continue to ignore rea...

In celebration of reaching 6 months of sobriety, In this episode, we delve into the delicate yet empowering process of letting go. Join us as we explore the art of shedding layers that no longer align with our soul's growth. From releasing toxic relationships to bidding farewell to substances that hold us back, we navigate the intricate journey of self-evolution. Trigger Warning: This episode...