The Why You...? Podcast

On this week's episode, Al and Mikayla discuss the untimely passing of rapper/actor DMX, and the two mass shootings that happened last week. Then your hosts continue to play The {    } And Card Game, and revel some deep feelings. And a tense moment arises during one of the questions. You can purchase your own version of The {    } And game here: https://shop.theskindeep.com/ Become a financia...

On this episode, Al had just received his second COVID Vaccine shot so he's not feeling 100% himself. Listen as he and Mikayla discuss rapper DMX's health situation, Natalia Bryant getting accepted into USC, the movies Godzilla vs Kong AND Bad Trip, and many other topics. It's all over the place, BUT the convo is still genuine and fun. So join us! Become a Why You Podcast Crew Membe...

On this week's episode, Al and Mikayla discuss the senseless murders of individuals in Atlanta and Boulder. They spend time talking about guns and mental health, and the downplaying of one of the killer's crimes. Then, they talk about one of the main topics of last week, the self-proclaimed relationship "guru" Derrick Jaxn and his cheating scandal. WE ARE NOW ON PATREON! BECOME...

IT'S OUR 40th EPISODE!!!!!! This week, Al and Kayla discuss the Oprah interview with Megan and Harry. Them they discuss the announcer who decided to call kneeling basketball players a racial slur.  THEN, they have their epic showdown on who can miss the most words on this month's Song Association game. THIS TIME WITH FULL SOUND! lol

Soooooo, Al made the unfortunate mistake of not connecting our mics, or getting backup audio. So this episode will not be that great sounding. In fact, it will sound downright awful. But because we want to continue to bring content to our fans, we're uploading it a day later, stank sounding and all. Bare with us, it will not be the best sounding episode, but we still had a great time nonethel...

This week, one of Al's coworkers made the statement, "The Rock is a fraud," and it sparked a spirited debate that he had to continue on this week's episode.  Then, Al and Kayla had some fun and did another edition of The Why You Podcast...? Movie Trivia. Come and enjoy some laughs!

The Snowed In Episode! We've just experienced another, "Once in a lifetime" ordeal and we're getting kinda tired of it. But we're still here. This week Al, Kayla, and AD try to bring some comic relief to the people affected by the Winter Storm over Texas last week. They also take the time to lightly roast "Fled" Cruz for his overall ineptitude. And, since AD coul...

This episode is dedicated to the memory and legacy of Phyllis Cicero, who passed away after battling liver cancer.  Since Al's job robbed us of recording last week, we touch a little bit on good and bad Valentine's Day memories.  THEN, we have our monthly Song Association battle. You don't want to miss this! 

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY! Sooooo, Al's job essentially held him hostage Friday night and we could not record. (WACK) But that doesn't mean we couldn't bring you something special, so we are replaying The Five Love Languages way back from Episode 7! Sit back and enjoy our Valentine's Throwback Special! After taking The Five Love Languages online quiz, hosts Al and Mikayla disc...

HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH! So, something potentially happened to the Black Card Revoked segment...Al might have gotten his Black Card REINSTATED! So that means.....coming up with something new for our devoted listeners.  Join your hosts as they first discuss the TI and Tiny Allegations, NFL Player Domestic Violence Allegations, the passing of the Brilliant Cicely Tyson, and the GameStop Stock situ...

IT'S SIMULCAST TIME! Al and Kayla are proud to present the future of The Why You...? Podcast, which is NOW AVAILABLE on YouTube! On this episode, your hosts discuss the 2021 Presidential Inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, with special mentions of Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez, and The Legend Garth Brooks. Then, join them as they talk about previous jobs they've had over the years a...

It's another edition of The Song Association Challenge! Listen as Al and Mikayla first discuss some examples of the exact moments they fell in love with songs. Also, the 10 second countdown gives someone major anxiety while playing the game. FIND OUT WHO

IIIIIIIIIT'S THE FIRST SHOW OF THE YEAR! Al and Kayla kick off the 2021 publication of The  WYP with the frightening coup attempt at the Capitol Building last week. Also, they discuss the Kim and Kanye West divorce, and the news about the Sister Act Threequel. It's Podcast Time! 

On the Final Episode of the GODAWFUL year that was 2020,  Al and Kayla pick a small handful of their favorite moments from the first 30(!) episodes of The Why You Podcast. Then, they take some time to look forward to 2021 and talk about some goals they would like to achieve in the New Year. Also, Al tries (and fails on multiple occasions) to give props to people who do their thang on OnlyFans. 

It's the Song Association game with a HOLIDAY TWIST! Listen as Al and Mikayla enjoy some yuletide fun. Also, Kayla cheats at the game. A lot. Like A LOT a lot. 

Cheers to the Underdog! On today's episode, Al and Kayla discuss underrated actors, singers, and films that they feel deserve more recognition. They also spend a little time talking about the True Kitchen + Kocktails situation that happened in Dallas. 

Ho ho ho! To kick off the month of December, Al and Mikayla wanted to give Black Card Revoked  a holiday twist! So they sat down and watched the Netflix Original Film Jingle Jangle, and they had a blast doing so! So sit back, relax, and listen to your favorite hosts break down this film.  Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey (2020) Decades after his apprentice betrays him, a once joyful toy maker fi...

On this week's episode of The Why You...? Podcast, Al and Kayla talk about the things that Grind Their Gears before discussing what they are thankful for this holiday season. From bad Dallas driving and expensive items, to double dipping the chip and sharing deodorant, things go from 0 to 100 in a flash. 

Tied two wins apiece, Al and Kayla have an epic edition of song association to find out who will get the advantage for the next four weeks.  Also, they discuss iPhones, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air Reunion, and much more! Tune and have get your laugh on!  

On this week's episode of The WYP, Al and Mikayla sit down and ask each other six pressing questions about each other as a way to open up about some things. 

On this month's BCR, Al shamefully has never seen the film based on his Alma Mater The Great Debaters. Listen as he and Mikayla talk about the film, what it was like to attend school in East Texas, and why Al hates fried chicken.  The Great Debaters (2007) Poet and professor Melvin B. Tolson (Denzel Washington) teaches at the predominately black Wiley College in 1935 Texas. He decides to star...

This week, Al and Mikayla discuss the dreaded Friend Zone, and how men and women know when they've been labeled as strictly a friend. They also converse about what it's like to be friends with other couples(single, engaged, or married), and the pressure they sometimes add about having multiple children back to back. The book mentioned in today's episode was Adult Children of Emotion...

On this week's episode of The WYP, Al and Kayla have another round of song association to surprising results.  But before they get down to battling, they have a fun discussion about their favorite Movie Soundtracks.

It's Episode 20 of The WYP! Al and Kayla sit down and discuss current events that happened up to Oct 9th. Thank you to all of our listeners for rocking with us for 20 episodes! On to the next 20! Mikayla was featured in a highlight piece on both cnn.com and on CNN. Be sure to check out those features here: https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2020/10/asia/black-gold-hair-products-forced-labor-xinj...

We. Are. BACK! And everything is fair in Love & Basketball. This week Al and Mikayla discuss the 2000 classic film, and Al can't tell the difference between Boris Kodjoe and Shemar Moore   Love & Basketball (2000) Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps) are two childhood friends who both aspire to be professional basketball players. Quincy, whose father, Zeke (Dennis Haysbert), p...