Only Black Kids in the Class

Classmates wrote in, and this week… it’s giving we need to talk. From ghosting guilt and 20-year age gaps to interracial insecurity and divorce served like Uber Eats, we’re unpacking the wild, the weary, and the how did I get here? Whether it’s a grandma with too much ego, a sister who won’t answer the phone, or a man about to get served while watching ESPN, this episode is full of left turns with...

It started as a fun girls’ trip to Atlanta with plans for sightseeing, brunch, and vibes. But when jealousy, missing keys, and stolen Airbnbs entered the chat… things went LEFT! In this OBK Reacts episode, we unpack the ultimate Girls Trip Gone Wrong story and get into what it reveals about friendship dynamics, hidden envy, and knowing when to sit the next trip out. Have you ever been on a trip th...

We love softness, safety, and sanity — but this episode gave everything but. From interracial dating awkwardness and the mystery of Taylor Swift’s grip on white women, to being BLOCKED over a last-minute favor, this week we tapped into the r/BlackLadies subreddit to unpack the subtle (and not so subtle) moments where we realize: maybe we’re not on the same page. We’ve also got an extremely toxic c...

This might be the wildest first date story ever. An 18-year-old goes on her first real date... and her date shows up with four other guys… including a surprise “buddy” from college he used to be intimate with 😳 What starts as an innocent Cheesecake Factory meet-up turns into the kind of story that makes you question your entire dating life. We’re reacting to every twist, every red flag, and every...

Marriage is beautiful… until you forget the anniversary, your wife goes on vacation without you, and your husband makes a mess you have to clean. This week, we’re diving deep into marital chaos, and whew—some of y’all got us wondering if y’all ever read the vows. In this episode: • A husband forgets the anniversary—but somehow still gets a smile?? • “Bro Code” gets obliterated in favor of full tra...

This week on OBK Reacts we dive into the viral story of Kayla the Mystery Shopper — the woman who claimed her review got a restaurant manager fired. But here’s the twist: the restaurant says no one was fired, they don’t even use mystery shoppers… and Kayla’s video is full of jump cuts. With a history of fraud arrests and a brand-new course to sell, is Kayla exposing bad service or just stirring up...

Buckle up, Classmates — this week’s inbox is wild. From a woman caught in a web of kids, lies, and military relocations… to a listener surviving a decade-long situationship that ended with threats and a gun… to family dinners where the “casual” racism is off the charts. We’re answering YOUR dilemmas about love, boundaries, survival, and self-respect in this all‑new Ask the Black Kids episode. Plus...

This week’s OBK Reacts is comedy gold with first dates gone horribly wrong: • A prankster threatening to rob a man who sent his address too fast • A “robbery haul” straight from a date’s house 😳 • A bathroom disaster that killed the vibe 🚽 • A Jezbel Spirit who was late to a date at church! The comments roasted her, and so did we. Sit back, because this one is a ride.

The inbox was unhinged… again. In this all-Ask-the-Black-Kids episode, we unpack the most shocking, layered, and emotionally loaded submissions yet. From the woman whose husband ran a seven-year cheating saga like it was a Netflix franchise — to the classmate stuck between loyalty and disgust in a friendship that refuses to evolve — to that aunt who is out here aura-farming under the guise of “con...

This week on OBK Reacts, we dive into one of the weirder stories we’ve ever heard: It's a breakup that involves stolen pets & family betrayal. From “she stole his dog” to “she cheated with his step-father,” this story has the internet in shock… and we’ve got plenty to say about it. Buckle up because this one is messy and unbelievable all at once.

Some Reddit titles deserve a Pulitzer… but do the actual stories deliver? This week we put shock value to the test. From a husband who’s already planning next year’s divorce to a comedian girlfriend whose man said “get a real job,” we’re diving into the most unhinged titles we could find. Do the stories live up to the headline? Is the internet as wild as we think? Did he really throw away his girl...

She really confessed THIS on TikTok… and the internet can’t believe it 😳 In this OBK Reacts, we break down the viral “chlamydia confession,” what it says about oversharing culture, and why people couldn’t stop commenting. Sending healing energy. Send us your relationship questions: www.onlyblackkids.comAll third-party clips belong to their respective creators — used under fair use for commentary...

Classmates, what do you do when your mom wants to invite your ex—the one you cheated on—to your wedding? Or when your twin sibling gets married and doesn’t tell you? Or when your husband confesses an 18-year-old “friend” of your daughter made a move on him and somehow you’re the bad guy? This week’s episode is a wild family potluck full of secrets, betrayals, and boundary violations that had us sc...

Teacher Bae went viral on TikTok & Instagram for her provocative outfits in the classroom. Is she crossing the line, or is the Internet doing too much? In this OBK Reacts episode, we break down the Teacher Bae Tik Tok viral teacher controversy, the culture around Black women’s bodies, and why social media can’t stop talking about this teacher's outfits. Send us your relationship questions: ask...

Classmates, you ever get tired of the BS at your job? Corporate America, we need to talk. From lying your way into the job to exposing a coworker’s “aromatic situation,” this episode is an HR violation waiting to happen. We’re clocking stories of PTO revenge, food-order drama, petty promotions, and one man’s wife going full HR detective on his “work wife.” If you’ve ever had a 9-to-5 that made you...

The road to the altar is paved with delusion—and this week, we clock every last pothole. From drunken dress disasters to backstabbing bachelorettes and bridal parties turned courtroom dramas, these stories brought the messy, the petty, and the downright unhinged. Whether it’s marriage by manipulation, haircuts gone rogue, or dodging emotional drive-bys in tulle, we’ve got hot takes and hard truths...

You ever start talking and end up solving the whole world’s problems? That’s how this one kicked off—with laughs, insight, and Robert & Mrs. Sawyer doing what they do best: talking ‘bout some real ish while staying optimistic. But don’t worry, the stories were just as chaotic. From a girlfriend overhearing her man’s therapy session (yikes) to a pink envelope triggering a whole breakdown &...

Some people will do anything to avoid accountability… even if it means ruining a date, dodging bills, or telling grandma to shut up and eat it . In this episode, we’re knee-deep in delusion—from a man ready to divorce his wife over one bad weekend to parents beefing over whose kids deserve snacks . Oh, and don’t miss the Ask the Black Kids update from our Spy Gadgets classmate… just when you thoug...

The Classmates’ inbox is officially on fire, so we’re back with another all Ask the Black Kids episode—and whew, the stories did not disappoint. We’ve got everything from messy friendship breakups and slow-burn relationship drama to navigating life with a parent living with schizophrenia. There’s an update from a Classmate facing a life-changing decision, plus one listener who’s just straight-up t...

The Classmates came with the TEA, and we came ready to clock it. In this episode, we’re unpacking everything from secret relationships with married men to choosing between your kids (yes, really). We’ve got microaggressions at work, a messy attachment-style breakup, and a Classmate Controversy update that proves family drama never really ends. Plus, all new Toxic Confessions straight from @ms_park...

Is being a little petty ever justified? Or are some of y’all just doing the most for no reason? 😭 From ignoring allergy warnings to canceling dates mid-argument, these stories have us wondering — are they wrong… or just real? One fiancé refuses to pay the mortgage. One dad’s inheritance goes nowhere near his wife. And someone really said “I don’t give a damn about your peanut allergy.” Like… huh?...

This episode is giving Group Chat on fire. Every single story was sent in by y’all—and the drama, the audacity, the realness? 10/10. From a sugar daddy who just might be someone’s ex’s father (yikes), to family feuds that would make a therapist take PTO, we’re deep in the Classmate Controversy era. Plus, the Lizard Wars get context, premarital counseling gets spicy, and one listener wants to know:...

Classmates, we’re diving deep into the darkest corners of family drama in this episode. From shocking revelations that will make you question everything to jaw-dropping moments where family loyalty is tested—these stories will have you shaking your head in disbelief. We’re talking estranged fathers, family secrets, and the wildest betrayals you’ll ever hear about. This week, we’ve got: * A classma...

This episode is loaded with petty behavior, delulu energy, and peak entitlement—and we’re calling all of it out. We kick things off with two Ask the Black Kids emails from Classmates dealing with petty frenemies, including one “friend” who keeps tabs like it’s her full-time job 👀 Then it gets WILDER: 🛍️ A kid expected a birthday gift… for someone else’s birthday? 💼 A prank so dumb, we’d absolute...

Entitled people are back—and bolder than ever. In this episode, we’re reacting to next-level shenanigans:🧬 A sister faking cancer for sympathy🍽️ A MIL expecting you to foot the bill for 8 people🐱 A woman who demanded he get rid of his cat… before the first date✈️ An airplane couple who tried to assign someone else the middle seat🚪 A neighbor who needs to check her husband—not youPLUS: this week...