Sophisticated Ignorance

Girl Code where? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss male rejection and how it leads to harassment or violence against women. They also break down a situation between a girlfriend, her man, a retailer and an unwritten girl code. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) | To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inqui...

Do you know what today is? Vixon J. and Rovie commemorate our one year anniversary of the pandemic by recalling their growth throughout the year, how to manage pandemic grief, share some vaccine information and they have fun with some P words. We made it this far, so let’s keep strong and safe. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (...

Adulting is hard. Vixon J. is joined by friend Jess to discuss adulting and what it looks like in today’s generation. They discuss how academia has affected development, our preparation into adulthood, how our parents have affected our adult lives and more. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Jess: @listenupwithmissjess (IG) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To a...

Let’s talk size. Vixon J. and Rovie are joined by fellow blogger/writer Ari Bines as they discuss the misconceptions that are placed on the plus-sized community, from defining what is “healthy,” owning body image, body positivity, colorism in the community and more. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow Ari B: @ms.bines (IG) | @aribines (TW) Follow the...

Put it on the list. Vixon J. and Rovie discuss some recent comments made by B Simone about matching the requirements we list of our desired partners and why the standards between men and women differ. They also discuss Lori Harvey, “simping,” and answer if it’s okay to give up on someone in your life. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipo...

Validate us! Vixon J. and Rovie explore the many facets of external and internal validation in our society, from social media, our own homes, as Black women, in relationships and members of different communities. They also answer if a person is a sociopath for not caring about their sick relative. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcas...

I need a vacation! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss how to decolonize tourism by defining what it means, how countries and islands are affected, revisiting Kristen Gray’s Bali situation and a woman naming their child after their ex. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances &...

Set the table! Vixon J. and Rovie explore the nature of relationship building through the analogy of men and women setting a table together. They discuss if fathers are the better parents and should men be used if they decide to use women for sex. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) | @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice,...

I’m coming home again! Vixon J. and Rovie discuss their definition of “home,” homesickness and how they build their own home aesthetic and style, as well as reveal what thrill-seeking activity they would try and answer if a father’s refusal to marry his daughter twice makes him an asshole. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow Rovie: @nrevor (IG/TW) Follow the pod: @sipodcast (IG) |...

Are they really goals though? Vixon J. and Rovie discuss the downsides of aspiring to #RelationshipGoals by sharing the type of relationships they look up to, what they expect from their own relationships and the relationships that have shaped them, as well as breaking down the story of a guy's journey to love and what scares them on the daily. Follow Vixon J.: @vixonj (IG) | @vixon_j (TW) Follow...

They’ve finally lost it! Vixon J. and Rovie talk through the siege witnessed around the world at the Capitol Building in Washington D.C. by the Trump supporting terrorist mob. They share their initial thoughts about the event, the most shocking moments, and its impact on the country moving forward. They also touch on the Democratic election wins that occurred in Georgia the same day and and its im...

Fake it ’til you make it! Vixon J. and Rovie bring in the New Year by discussing Imposter Syndrome and the different types that people experience. They also discuss the downside of calling women “strong” and its negative connotations, and other shenanigans on this first episode of 2021. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpo...

New Year, Same Me! Vixon J., and guest co-host Rovie, end the year off with discussing 2021 and their relationship with future planning and independence. They also have an Ignorant Debate about the pros and cons of quitting your job during a pandemic, how often we change our opinions of the world and how to dismiss your feelings for someone you like (Thanks to all the guests on the show this year...

The ball is in your court now. Vixon J. brings in the holidays by discussing the most expensive gift he's ever given and received, learning to accept compliments and dismiss criticisms and being proactive with communication and resolving conflict amongst friends and loved ones. He also answers what his perfect life looks like and weighing in on a sister and brother who had a dispute at her wedding...

I'm sick of y'all! Vixon J. talks about his bizarre sickness that he recently went though and the takeaways from that experience, recasting T'Challa in Black Panther, his Clubhouse review, plus sharing the hardest lesson that he's learned and if privacy is a privilege. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

You have to do the work! Vixon J. is joined by friend Ciru to discuss therapy and mental health. They share their first therapy experiences, how they found their own therapists, loved ones reacting to their journeys, the stigmas behind mental health and friends/loved ones vs. paid professionals when it comes to trust and coping. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advi...

What happens now? Vixon J. shares his thoughts about post-election country, the concept of Choice Theory, men vs women standards, melanin & skin tone, the Holidays and Covid-19, as well as responding to an internet question. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearances & inquiries: sophigpodcast@gmail.com

We’re in the endgame now! Vixon J. sits down with friend Paige to discuss politics, Election Day predictions and everything in between, as it relates to civic duties in the Black community. They also go over what would it be like if Black people had their own sovereign nation. Follow Paige (IG: @kingpaigexiii) Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest appearanc...

It's getting real spooky out here! Vixon J. is joined by Keonte, aka KC the Alchemist of the 3BC Podcast, to discuss some common fears one may face when entering a relationship. They recall their personal fears that they have experienced in their dating history as well as how one can overcome their fears in order to move forward in a healthy way. Follow Keonte (IG: @the_keonte_show) and 3BC Podcas...

This year’s writers’ room keeps getting wilder! Vixon J. discusses on this mini episode the latest news including the Presidential Debate 2020. He also introduces doom-swiping, what it means and its effects. Plus, another segment of Extra Ignorance has the squad discussing mistresses, one night stands and other topics. Follow at @sipodcast (IG) and @si__podcast (TW) To ask questions/advice, guest...

Black men, stand up! Vixon J. sits down with long time friend Q to talk exploring and fostering joy and happiness. They discuss how to find joy, what's the source of it, the role our counterparts play and what does joy look like in this new age. Follow Q: @unkoo_nick Follow Therapy For Black Men: @therapyforblkmen AFFILIATE PARTNERS Urbn Impulse: urbnimpulse.com/shop Afrodite Candle Co.: afroditec...

It's the 4 Year Anniversary Live ZOOM Show! Vixon J. recalls how the podcast got started, introduces the Ignorant Debates, as well as featuring some special guests and other surprises as fellow listeners come together to celebrate this huge milestone. Thanks to everyone in attendance. AFFILIATE PARTNERS Urbn Impulse: urbnimpulse.com/shop Afrodite Candle Co.: afroditecandleco.com Jade @ McSpaceBurg...

Vixon J. takes a brief moment in this mini episode to talk about the importance of legacy and what that means to him, his future and the podcast, as well. Tickets for the 4 Year LIVE show are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophisticated-ignorance-4-year-anniversary-live-zoom-show-tickets-115647780625 Go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/mcspaceburgerdotshop and enter code “SIPOD10” at che...

Sometimes, you have to let some things be. Vixon J. (@vixonj) and Keisha (@thebklyngem) are back to talk about letting go when it comes to opportunities, people and relationships, aspirations and feelings of uncertainty and fear. Tickets for the 4 Year LIVE show are available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sophisticated-ignorance-4-year-anniversary-live-zoom-show-tickets-115647780625 Go to urb...

Vixon J. throws it back to a segment created in 2018 called Extra Ignorance, where we talked about the events of the time between the gang and other friends of the show. This week is the conversation with Dani & TJ of Lovers’ Quarrel Podcast, discussing Tristan Thompson and his affair with a pregnant Khloe Kardashion, if an ex has to maintain his partner’s lifestyle after a divorce, and other topi...