No Hipsters Pod

Rapper Sebastian Francis stopped by to discuss the insurrection in DC, the backlash against Popp Hunna, OT Genasis’ recent public blowup , and so much more. Note: This episode was recorded on January 10, 2021 (i.e., before Donald Trump was impeached).

BitesByRenny founder Renny Ayo-Vaughan stopped by to discuss the madness on ‘The Real Housewives of Potomac,’ T.I.’s comments about daddy-daughter time, the year that was 2020, and so much more.

Teresa Kona stops by once again! We discuss Dave Chappelle’s relationship with Netflix, the Grammy nominations, Teyana Taylor’s retirement, the upcoming Verzuz between Ashanti and Keyshia Cole, and so much more.

The multi-talented Ryan Toby stopped by to talk about his career-making role in ‘Sister Act 2,’ the beginnings and end of City High, and his hit-making pen. (Note: This interview was conducted via video chat. Check our YouTube channel to watch the interview.)

Alexis Garner stops by to discuss the Fresh Prince reunion, Mo’Nique’s demand for a public apology from Tyler Perry, the Verzuz battle between Jeezy and Gucci Mane, and Megan Thee Stallion’s new album.

Teresa Kona is back! We discuss the election, the Birkin bag debate, and Ariana Grande’s new album.

Nneka Okafor stops by to discuss Diddy and Ice Cube’s misguided political initiatives; Cardi B & Offset getting back together; the #EndSARS protests in Nigeria; and so much more. (Executive Producer’s Note: There were sync issues, so it might seem like we’re talking over each other sometimes. Send all hate mail to Anchor.)

British-Nigerian singer-songwriter Seyi Shay stopped by for a quick chat! We discussed her musical influences, her acting debut in ‘Lara & the Beat,’ her stint in a girl group, and her plans for 2021. Also, we found out that she and a global superstar used to share the same bus route in London. 😂 (Note: This interview was conducted via video chat. Check our YouTube channel to watch the interview....

Alexis Garner stops by to discuss Andrew and R. Jai Gillum‘s big interview with Tamron Hall; the end of KUWTK; Kanye‘s Twitter rants; and so much more.

Lifestyle blogger Ogechi stops by to discuss the passing of Chadwick Boseman, the Brandy/Monica Verzuz, Adele’s Bantu knots, and so much more.

Vanede founder Nneka Obiekwe stops by to discuss the Trey Songz scandal, new developments in the Megan Thee Stallion & Tory Lanez incident, and the incredibly tacky BreonnaCon.

Teresa Kona stops by once again to discuss Kamala Harris’ historic nomination; Drake’s new song and video; WAP and the Kylie Jenner fallout; the arrest of R. Kelly’s associates; and so much more.

Zoezi founder Yvonne Bulimo joins us to discuss ‘Black Is King,’ Noname’s wannabe-woke antics, Loon’s release and the general misfortune of Bad Boy artists, Madonna’s embarrassing behavior, and so much more.

Political strategist and education advocate Chibundu “Bunz” Nnake stops by to discuss Kanye West’s first rally, Nick Cannon and his raggedy hotep theories, Travis Scott’s disregard for T-Pain, the Tory Lanez/Megan Thee Stallion incident, and so much more. (Executive Producer’s Note: If parts of the episode sounds disjointed or like we’re talking over each other, it’s because the audio file is out...

We discuss Will & Jada’s excruciating Red Table Talk conversation, Chris Cooper’s decision to not testify against Amy Cooper, and so much more.

We discuss Jada Pinkett Smith & August Alsina’s relationship, open marriages, the BET Awards, Amanda Seales, the EU travel ban, and so much more. (Note: This episode was recorded on July 3, 2020.)

Author Doreen Caven stopped by to discuss Russell Simmons’ casual return to the public space, the complicity of powerful Black men, Noname and J. Cole’s Internet squabble, and Beyoncé’s Black Parade Route. (Executive Producer’s Note: If it sounds like we’re talking over each other more than usual, it’s because the audio file somehow went out of sync by about two seconds.)

BlackWomenViews founder Reecie Colbert stopped by to discuss the #DefundThePolice movement, the wave of racial awakening sweeping across the nation, the Veepstakes, Jess Hilarious’ frustrations with accountability, and the new Dave Chappelle comedy special.

We discuss the unjust killing of George Floyd, the rioting that followed, and other related topics. (Note: This episode was recorded before the charges against Derek Chauvin were upgraded.)

We discuss Lana Del Rey’s jackassery, Doja Cat’s TinyChat scandal, Michael Jordan and our habit of worshipping jerks, and Joe Biden’s foot-in-mouth syndrome. (Note: This episode was recorded on May 23, 2020.)

We discuss Boosie Badazz’s potentially criminal behavior, 6ix9ine’s online feud with Snoop Dogg, the economics of OnlyFans, and so much more.

We discuss 6ix9ine’s big return, 50 Cent’s interview with Van Lathan, Tyra Banks’ belated dragging, and the shootings of Ahmaud Arbery and Sean Reed.

We discuss the “Savage” and “Say So” remixes; the uproar over the old Oprah interview with Dennis Rodman; the general Oprah hate trend; Ari Lennox; the upcoming Eryka Badu/Jill Scott battle; and so much more.

We discuss Teddy Riley and Babyface’s failed first attempt to battle; 50 Cent and Ja Rule’s potential battle; Diddy’s selective censorship; and Tekash69’s return to trolling. (Note: This episode was recorded on April 18, before the Face/Riley rematch was announced.)

We discuss Yaya Mayweather’s big L, The Weeknd’s reckless comments about Usher, Teddy Riley ruining everything, Joe Biden’s presumptive nominee status, and the 15th anniversary of Mariah Carey’s ‘The Emancipation of Mimi.’