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The first Latina-led superhero live action film. Jaime Reyes finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology called the Scarab. When the Scarab chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he gets a suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers. My guest Cherelle and I review the new Warner Bros's film. Could it help reset the DC universe, could it top the l...

An action adventure, sci-fi comedy with elements of Blackploitation. Netflix's "They Cloned Tyrone" stars Jamie Foxx, Teyonah Parris and John Boyega. This trio teams up to uncover a conspiracy and ultimately foil a plan by the government to control "certain" communities. My guest Cherelle and I breakdown the film. Director: Juel Taylor Like what you hear? Subscribe so you d...

Jaimie Foxx, Teyonah Parris and John Boyega star in a film that where there is something strange happening in the neighborhood. This trio teams up to uncover a conspiracy and ultimately foil a plan by the government to control "certain" communities. My guest Cherelle and I give a brief review of "They Cloned Tyrone" and whether we would recommend it. Director: Juel Taylor Like...

Who could have predicted a joke about the movies “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” could have turned into box office gold. Making Barbie and Oppenheimer into a double feature aka "Barbieheimer" made bank for both films. My guest is aspiring director, Evi. He argues that both films are about an existential crisis with the main characters. We are talking about a film centered around toy dolls and...

Episode 6-“Fallin through the cracks” Detective Greene describes the challenges that come with being an investigator as a black mom. She realizes a theme with a growing number of mysterious deaths are related to the pop artist Ni’Jah. Episode 7-“Only God makes happy endings”. Dre herself in a healthily relationships until she gets tickets to a Ni’Jah concert. Like what you hear? Subscribe so you d...

Dre tries to get Marissa’s phone turned back on after Marissa’s dad (Leon) turned it off. When that doesn’t work she breaks into Marissa’s parents home. When the dad pulls out the shotgun and starts shooting, Dre ends up running for her life. Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@shhh_grownfolkstalkin⁠⁠⁠ Follow on Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠@shhhgrownfolks⁠

After a messy breakup and being fired Jenna (Gabrielle Union) returns to New York to resurrect her fashion career. In an attempt to rebuild her reputation, she goes to work for cutthroat mogul Darcy (Gina Torres). But her comeback attempt gets complicated when she falls a young coworker Eric (Keith Powers) - who just so happens to be Darcy's son. Director: Nima Perrier Based on the book-The Pe...

Robots in disguise return to the big screen in a 90s kinda world. We see a new faction of Transformers, new heroes, new director and a new direction for a franchise that centers around a toy. Director: Stephen Caple Jr. Cherelle and Ckseesit review, discuss and debate the latest Transformer movie. Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠@shhh_grownfolksta...

Seven black friends go away to celebrate Juneteenth only to find themselves trapped in a cabin with a killer who has a vendetta. Using some street smarts, they work together to stay alive. This film gives more comedy than horror with a sprinkle of social commentary. Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Follow on Instagram: ⁠@shhh_grownfolkstalkin⁠ Follow on Twitter: ⁠@shhhgr...

Dre has her sights set on Bonnaroo. Na’jah is set to perform at the weekend music festival in Tennessee. But things take a turn when Eva (Billie Eilish) finally figures out she is a killer. Please note: we said “E-V” when the woman talks about going to another level. She actually said E-U which means evolution of understanding. Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Follow on...

A few months later Dre heads to Seattle Washington and then to California to avenge and Na’jah haters. But plans take a detour and she ends up meeting her idol in a weird way. Like what you hear? Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Follow on Instagram: ⁠@shhh_grownfolkstalkin⁠ Follow on Twitter: ⁠@shhhgrownfolks⁠

Dre is all new. New name, new city but same mission of taking down any and all who bad-mouth her idol, Na’ia. Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠@shhh_grownfolkstalkin⁠⁠ Follow on Twitter: ⁠⁠@shhhgrownfolks⁠⁠

A Hulu film starring Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow. This film is a remake of the 1999 version where 2 ballers, one white another black hustles street basketball players in L.A. Can this remake meet or exceed the original?

Donald Glover’s not-so-subtle commentary on Beyhive culture and social media. Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠@shhh_grownfolkstalkin⁠⁠ Follow on Twitter: ⁠⁠@shhhgrownfolks⁠⁠

A Spoiler review of Peacock’s “Praise This” starring Chloe Bailey. Some flaws in this film but everyone makes a joyful noise.

What happens when Cassius Clay , Jim Brown, Sam Cooke abs Malcolm X walk in a room together... a possible answer is what we see in the film ‘One night in Miami’. The film is a ficitionalized account of a conversation these men had during the real life event of Clay becoming the heavyweight champion of the world on Feb 25th 1964. Directed by Regina King the dialogue in the film touches on issues th...

The HBO documentary Black Art: In the absence of light one curator sets about to put together a 1976 exhibit that the mainstream art community could not be ignored. From there we go on a journey of discovery that showcases black artists, their works throughout history and present day. For the last show is the season I talked to Chassidy. She is working on her PhD in Art history and I wanted to get...

Originally, I recorded this episode last December as a throwback movie review. Ffwd a few months later and the 1980’s film Big Trouble, Little China hits different now. We do bring up the problematic issues in it. But you also lso gain another perspective on Asian American actors going against and playing into their stereotypes. If you haven’t seen the film it is free on YouTube. The conversation...

The film United States vs Billie Holiday on Hulu centers around the jazz singer and her many troubles she had with the law due mainly to her singing ‘Strange Fruit’ a song about lynching. It also shows her battle with drugs and abusive men. Played brilliantly by Andra Day this film touched on a lot of issues but never showed us what made Billie Holiday a cultural icon still to this day. Carlita th...

In February 2020, 17,000 people met up at the American Airlines center in Fallas Texas for the Oprah wellness tour. The all day session was insightful, and reflective when it comes to personal growth. It also once again proves why Oprah is the G.O.A.T For international women’s month Tamika, Brandi and myself share our thoughts about the event plus we hear from Oprah Winfrey and her special guest T...

Stock market, investing, funds, financial portfolios.... This episode we talk about money in the stock market. I don’t know much about it until I chatted with Richard. He gives basic and I mean BASIC tips on what is takes to invest in the stock market and what pitfalls to avoid. Hit me up on Instagram: shhh_grownfolkstalkin Facebook: Shhh-Grown Folks Talking Twitter: @shhhgrownfolks

This is a fact finding episode. As Texas recovers from a winter storm many people want to know how one of the largest states in the U-S was so woefully unprepared. My guest Seyi has a decade of experience in the energy industry. He answers this burning question and more. Whether you live here or don’t you this podcast should enLIGHTen you on what really happened. Hit Seyi up on: Twitter: @SeyiFabo...

 In light of recent events regarding race and culture, a new spotlight shines on the importance Historically Black colleges. We chat about these institutions along with PWIs (predominately white college). Will more students and or top student athletes choose an HBCU over a PWI. My panelists discuss both the pros and cons of both educational institutions. Hit me up on Instagram: shhh_grownfolkstalk...

It is the 6 month anniversary of Black is King. We celebrate Beyonce visual retelling of Disney’s Lion King with a look back at the themes, highlight the African artists featured and possibly dispel some narratives associated with the mother land and its cultures. My guest Lamide is a freelance Journalist from Nigeria and she drops some powerful gems. Hit me up on Instagram: shhh_grownfolkstalkin...

It is the P-word not many people wanted to talk about even though it effects everyone on the planet. We are talking politics, in the general sense as well as hear my guest's first hand perspective of the insurrection at the Capitol. Finally, the inauguration is over and the work for a better future begins. Resources mentioned were The Hill, Role call, Politico and the Texas Tribune. Follow on Inst...