The Amanda Seales Show

Amanda kicks off the show celebrating Fat Tuesday and the beginning of Mardi Gras, adding a humorous twist for those navigating the complexities of Valentine's Day eve. She teases Hollywood news about a recent marriage and breakup, setting the stage for a treat—special guest Cathy Hughes, Founder and Chairperson of Urban One, Incorporated, discussing diversity, equity, and inclusion. In the Pop Cu...

Amanda dives into the Halftime Show featuring Usher, sharing her lively review and thoughts on the performance. Following this, the Group Chat tackles the upcoming Valentine's Day, sparking a dynamic discussion on whether it's just for women, how men feel about it, and reminiscing about the holiday's significance during grade school days.   The episode continues with a roundup of 60-second headlin...

The air is filled with positivity as Amanda shares a heartwarming Story of Black Joy. The energy stays high with the interactive Word Game of the Week, adding a fun twist to the show. Amanda makes a noteworthy Public sales announcement at one point and engages with the audience through thoughtful voicemail responses. As the episode unfolds, anticipation builds for upcoming segments. Listeners can...

(2:15) - GROUP CHAT: We’ll rank the best halftime shows. (7:38) - GROUP CHAT – What songs should Usher sing? (12:58) - 60 SECOND HEADLINES STORY 1: The Los Angeles Lakers will honor the late Kobe Bryant with a tribute and the unveiling of a bronze statue outside Crypto.com Arena today. February 8, 2024 — is significant, as the five-time NBA champion wore jersey numbers 8 and 24.  STORY 2: For the...

Listen, Laugh, and Learn on The Amanda Seales Show!  If You Have A Comment Leave Amanda A Message At 1 855-Amanda-8 That’s 1-855-262-6328   FOLLOW ALONG AS WE COVER:    (3:21)  - BLACKURATE NEWS  o    Officials in California introduced a series of reparations bills as a part of the state’s effort to make amends for the long-lasting effects of slavery and systemic racism but no financial compensati...

Amanda dives into Jay-Z's Grammy acceptance speech, questioning whether it was appropriate for him to criticize the Grammys while accepting an award. The Voting and Venting segment opens the floor for listeners to share their thoughts on anything related to voting. The 60-Second Headlines keep you informed about current events, including Toni Braxton and Cedric The Entertainer's upcoming Las Vegas...

Amanda dives into a variety of topics that are both thought-provoking and entertaining. The Blackurate News segment kicks things off, covering the debate in Wisconsin about affirmative action and whether state colleges should consider race or gender for student aid eligibility. Amanda provides insights into the discussion, offering a balanced perspective. The Pop Culture segment takes an interesti...

Amanda kicks things off with a Public Seales Announcement warning you about one-sided relationships. We hear listeners share their experiences overcoming writer's block on today’s Voicemail segment where Amanda gets to connect with listeners.   Movie Critic Desmond Thorne is back for the “Watch Don’t Watch” segment giving you their perspective on the latest movies. The episode continues with more...

In this episode, Amanda explores the essence of Black History Month, inviting listeners to reflect on their experiences and feelings about it. The Group Chat Thursday delves into manners, asking if they still exist in 2044 and exploring common rules and respect for elders. The headlines cover political and entertainment news, from South Carolina's Democratic primary to a documentary series on MLK...

In this episode, Amanda discusses National Backwards Day and delves into pressing issues, such as the unfortunate drone attack that claimed the lives of three Black U.S. soldiers in Jordan. The show introduces a new segment, "Supreme Splanin'," featuring DJ Supreme. Amanda also provides advice in "Am I Trippin'" and explores a BloP Quiz to test your knowledge of Black pop culture. Listen, Laugh, a...

Amanda keeps you in the know, from Teyana Taylor's upcoming biopic to the controversial menthol cigarette ban. Dive into thought-provoking segments like Voting and Venting, where listeners share their opinions on political matters. The show also features rap battle breakdowns and a Big Up/Let Down segment, offering a refreshing perspective on the week's events. Listen, Laugh, and Learn on The Aman...

In today's episode, Amanda dives straight into the coalition of Black faith leaders pressuring President Joe Biden and his administration to push for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. Get ready for a full update. Next Seales shares what’s going on in Atlanta where a pole dancing studio is facing backlash for a mother-daughter pole dancing class is shared on social media. Did you hear about the...

1:58 - A Story of Black Joy Summer Walker who is a mother of twins  is taking a stand against unequal access to federal paid leave for parents.  She has  partnered  with an American based infant formula company - Bobbie… to bless needy families with $580.00 each.   3:34 – The Word Game! 8:25 – It’s a Public Seales Announcement 10:43 – We’ll Check the Voicemail 14:24 - COMING UP: WE’RE SPREADING BL...

7:34 - GROUP CHAT - SETTING BOUNDARIES/LOSING ACCESS OUR HEADLINER OF THE WEEK IS TS MADISON. WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU SET BOUNDARIES OR STOP GIVING ACCESS TO SOMEONE WHO ONCE HAD IT? FAMILY ROMANTIC PARTNER BUSINESS PARTNER FRIEND 12:00 - GROUP CHAT w/ TS Madison WHEN YOU MEET NEW PEOPLE HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE BEFORE YOU GIVE THEM ACCESS TO YOUR INNER CIRCLE?   16:09 - GROUP CHAT w/ TS Madison -    2...

WELCOME TO THE AMANDA SEALES SHOW! I’M AMANDA SEALES….  ALL MY PEANUT BUTTER LOVERS STAND UP!  TODAY– WEDNESDAY,  JANUARY 24, 2024 IS NATIONAL PEANUT BUTTER DAY. THE THICKER THE BETTER OR NAH? AND ON THIS NATIONAL COMPLIMENT DAY, I WANT TO COMPLIMENT YOU! OUR LISTENERS FOR TUNING IN TO THIS SHOW AND ROCKING WITH US! YOU’RE MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE! WE’RE BRINGING UP OLD ISH TODAY WITH HISTORIAN GAR...

In today's episode, we dive into the flavors of the world, from pies to hot topics. First up, meet Jerod Mayo, the trailblazing new head coach of the New England Patriots whose comments about race have gotten more attention than his professional achievements. Seales also opens the phone lines for the venting and voting segment. Dial in and share your thoughts with us at 1-855-262-6328. In other ne...

With Valentine's Day approaching, we're less than a month away from the rush to Walgreens for last-minute gifts. The Florida State Board of Education seems to be dancing around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We're not just talking about polka dots here; it's about crucial aspects of education. And speaking of things blowing up, did you hear about the Alaska Airlines flight where a door blew off...

Amanda starts with a heartwarming Story of Black Joy, highlighting the essence of #UNCF. The fun continues with engaging segments like the Word Game of the Week, Amanda’s Public Seales Announcement, and Things I Learned This Week. Our resident movie critic, Desmond Thorne, joins the show for our Watch Don't Watch segment followed by Seales checking the voicemail for messages from our listeners. Co...

Today, we're joined by our Headliner of the Week, the talented actor and comedian Leonard Robinson, known for his work on Issa Rae’s INSECURE and other notable projects. Amanda and Robinson explore why more artists and personalities (Angela White ‘Blac Chyna’, Ari Lennox, Comedian Tony Baker, and more) are embracing sobriety, what is Dry January, and Leonard's experiences in Hollywood. Amanda also...

Today is “national classy day”! This day is dedicated to fashion, but you know what’s not classy? President Biden excluding Palestine from a recent statement he made. Seales weighs in on this exclusion and rating Lil Nas X’s attempt to be classy with an apology after clashing with Christians. Historian Ernest Crim joins the show for the Why You Bringing Up Old Ish segment followed by how Donald Tr...

Seales starts the show off talking about the recent clips of Yasiin Bey, known as Mos Def, sharing his thoughts on Drake’s music has the internet talking about what is and isn’t considered hip hop. Listen for the breakdown of his comments. Following that it’s time for Voting and Venting where we give our listeners a platform to share their thoughts on all things voting. Next, Seales brings quick h...

In this episode we explore the history of women's rights as we explore the House of Representatives' rejection of a proposal for women's voting rights. Seales tells the story continue with A Story of Black Joy featuring Cordae and Rock the Bells, followed by a special For the Record session with the legendary Comedian, George Wallace. Desmond Thorne joins the show for the Watch or Don’t Watch movi...

We're unpacking Torrei Hart's decision to tour with Katt Williams and exploring whether it's petty or a matter of allegiance, all under the insightful lens of our headliner of the week, George Wallace.   We'll also tackle our Group Chat Topic of the Week: Does being a cheerleader for your partner mean dimming your own light? Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens' podcast appearance sparks a conversation...

In today's episode, we tackle the alarming trend of "swatting," not the buzzing flies kind but the incident where a Black judge, Tanya Chutkan, overseeing a Trump case, experienced an attempted swatting attack at her front door. Unraveling this issue sheds light on the seriousness of such pranks. Next, we dive into comedian Jo Koy's hosting of the Golden Globes. Critics are claiming he didn't do w...

In today's episode, we're diving into recent events and stories that you might have missed over the holidays. Firstly, Jonathan Majors breaks his silence after a jury finds him guilty of assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend. We explore his first public statement since the trial, unraveling the details of this compelling interview.   Following that, we open the floor to Voting and Venting, gi...