I Refuse Podcast

(+Special Guest) After revisiting yet another LA Reid occurrence, we unpack his opinions that made the news this week and from that we also explore stories around the man himself which involve abuse of power with and over women. From that, we also explore the image of the black man in history and society.

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We here at I Refuse Podcast like to check on our friends periodically especially during this Pandemmi Moore. We take this time to catch up with two of our close friends, be sure to follow and subscribe to I Refuse Podcast everywhere you see us

In another chapter of my mental health journey, I came face to face with a new realization that is very scary for me. While sharing that with you, I also re explore my early chapters of my mental health journey and what my future looks like.

With a litany of one too many instances of dysfunction and perceived abuse towards women, I explore celebrity couples that have made the news lately, sharing my thoughts , theories and wants for women in society

We’ve been foaming at the mouth over the current season of the American Crime Story which chronicles, in dramatic fashion, the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal within the political realm. While we explore what we’ve watched thus far, we re-examine the episodes and the real-life counterparts, life as it were during the scandal in the 90s and social parallels of media, perception, gains and pitfalls as well...

On the 6th anniversary of my husband’s passing, I explore the grieving process and while doing so, I invite a special guest who has experienced and witnessed my former life as a married man. During this conversation amongst best friends, we laugh, we gossip and we examine life in the new normal. + Be sure to find us on Twitter & IG. + Be sure to visit iamsoboards.com for the best charcuterie in Ma...

Something about the latest development in the Gaby Petito case doesn’t sit right with me. You mean to tell me after a month of an FBI investigation, the parents knew exactly where to go the moment they joined the search party? I’m no Matlock but……

After the summer off, we kick off Season 3 with first a mental health check in amongst best friends, catching up with each other and we then discuss Nicki Minaj, Jesy Nelson, Letitia Wright, The Dave Chappelle Special and etc.

I made a journal entry introducing the upcoming season of I Refuse podcast. What to look forward to and hoping you enjoy the podcast

In honor and celebration of Pride Month, we wanted to end the 2nd season finale of the I Refuse Podcast with an amazing episode with a very special guest, Nikk Cochran Selik. Listen to the episode to discover why.

Yesterday a news article came out about The University of North Carolina’s decision to deny Pulitzer Prize winner Nikole Hannah-Jones tenure; Tenure that is customary with other Knight Chair professorships. Yet in her case, there were not only excuses as to why they denied her tenure but they instead offered her a 5 year teaching contract instead. I smell something….. In this episode, I share the...

With the recent news that P!nk is being awarded the ICON award at the Billboard Awards, I couldn’t help but recount her career and remind people why she’s worthy of the word ICON. Aside from the fact that she ATE Christina Aguilera UP on Lady Marmalade!!!!

Using a new microphone, I decide to announce this wonderful news in the most dramatic way possible. Want to know what the news is? You’ll have to listen

In yet another chapter of the Michael Jackson story, the most recent lawsuit attempt by Wade Robson against Michael’s estate was thrown out. In this episode, I discuss the timeline of events, the influence of media, the dangers of playing with perceptions and narratives, bandwagon politics and cancel culture, even at the higher levels.

Verdict in the Derek Chauvin case has been released! I was in a Clubhouse room listening live and sticking around to listen to opinions and reactions afterwards. Interesting to say the least, informative and engaging. Here are my thoughts on the case and the verdict, and my thoughts on when, how and where the actual change will come about

What happens when you add black to the blue? A whole lot of police brutality. It’s too much. The murder of Daunte Wright tells me one thing; they couldn’t wait for things to open up, to resume killing us again. Kim Potter claim she thought it was her taser. After 20+ years, you don’t know the difference by touch? Not even when the weapon is infront of your eyes in your hand? Miss me with B.S. y’al...

The world and culture has suffered a tremendous loss. We lost DMX, one of the most influential artists in recent memory. Although his ascent was brief, his impact is still as relevant. In this episode, I discuss his life, career and moreover, his portrayals in the media in an all too familiar theme of media bias with narratives when it comes to the portrayal of black men. Also I discuss the realit...

If you haven’t already figured it out, I’m a huge music fan. So for me, last night’s episode of a year long season of Verzuz battles, was indeed special and iconic to me. Credit goes to Timbaland and Swizz Beatz for bringing together two of the biggest and longest lasting black musical groups for Easter Sunday; Earth, Wind & Fire and The Isley Brothers. I cried, I sang, I filled with joy to the mu...

With an iconic and special guest MICHAEL PHOENIXXX, we discuss cancel culture, the mean girl cliques and other areas on the downsides to the community.

Lil Nas X got y’all in your conservative feelings huh? Guess what, it’s not about what you think. Let’s discuss

We unpacked so much in the first part that we had to do a second part. This episode we add a second person to the episode to share her first hand experience of male harassment and aggression via social media. From that, we examine and explore disrespect and trauma women face at the hands of men.

While this year’s Grammy awards were lackluster, it was historical nonetheless. This episode we explore the history made and explore the history of yesteryear in black music, specifically hip hop.

I surely didn’t. But I’m not surprised. After a week of the Prince Harry / Duchess Megan Markle interview and the British reaction to it, I had something to say.

Hope you’re still listening and enjoying the podcast. Here’s a quick snapshot into what’s coming up next.