Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast

No... this is NOT a Tyler Perry movie. TeaRon dives into Strung , the psychological thriller from director Malcolm D. Lee starring Chloe Bailey, Lynn Whitfield, Anna Diop, and Lucien Laviscount. The film follows Laila, a gifted young musician whose dream opportunity quickly spirals into a web of seduction, manipulation, secrets, and murder. Hired as a live-in tutor for the daughter of a late rap i...

The King of Pop finally gets the biopic treatment… but does it live up to the legend? In this episode, TeaRon breaks down MICHAEL , the long-awaited film centered on the life of Michael Jackson. Directed by Antoine Fuqua and backed by the Jackson family, the film introduces Jaafar Jackson in a striking portrayal of his iconic uncle. With a stacked cast including Colman Domingo , Nia Long , and mor...

We are talking the recent NAACP Images Awards and the Season 2 premiere of Hulu Original Paradise.  TeaRon and BK break down NAACP Image Award Winners, red carpet looks, and Paradise's biggest moments, fan theories, and what might be coming next. What are your predictions for Season 2 of Paradise? One of the most talked-about series of 2025 is officially back! TeaRon and BK dive into the Seas...

In honor of Black History Month, TeaRon and BK revisit the 2007 film The Great Debaters for a fresh BK’s Blacklist review. It’s BK’s first watch and TeaRon’s long-overdue revisit, and the two dive into the film’s powerful themes of racism, justice, and resilience. They break down the film’s fictionalized depiction of the Wiley College debate team, the standout performances from Jurnee Smollett, De...

In Tyler Perry's Joe's College Road Trip , Perry takes one of his most unhinged characters, Joe, and pushes him even further. What was once just Madea’s oxygen-tank-toting, foul-mouthed brother becomes the leader of a cross-country “educational” journey as he attempts to teach his grandson B.J. what it really means to understand and appreciate African-American history. But Tyler Perry do...

Tis the season of Love and we are talking RELATIONSHIP GOALS , a faith-infused romcom that starring Kelly Rowland and Method Man The movie follows Leah (Rowland) as she chases her dream of becoming the first Black female showrunner of a national news show, only to discover her biggest competition is her old college flame, Jarret (Method Man).  The two are forced to collaborate on landing an exclus...

Terri Joe has officially jumped from TikTok to Tubi — and the chaos is glorious . In Terri Joe: Missionary in Miami , Kelon Campbell brings the iconic Southern church girl into a wild new world filled with hillbilly robbers, one-legged prophets, and a Miami adventure that goes off the rails fast. In this episode, TeaRon and BK break down whether Terri Joe’s unfiltered livestream comedy actually wo...

We’re kicking off 2026 with something different. TeaRon and BK review the independent sci-fi film Underneath: Children of the Sun , a passion project years in the making that has already pulled in over 800K views on YouTube —a major win for indie cinema. Directed by David Kirman , the film is set in 1850s Missouri , where a man’s chance encounter with an alien survivor from a crashed spacecraft pu...

BK’s Blacklist is back , and this time TeaRon and BK revisit one of the most provocative and unsettling films in Black cinema history: John Singleton’s Higher Learning . Released over 30 years ago, this controversial cult classic feels disturbingly more relevant today. Set on the fictional Columbus University campus, Higher Learning traps America’s most volatile social issues inside a pressure coo...

It’s time for another Black ensemble Christmas movie — but this one is Unexpected . TeaRon and BK break down Unexpected Christmas , the holiday comedy starring Lil Rel Howery , Dominique Perry , Reagan Gomez-Preston , and the legendary Anna Maria Horsford . Before diving into the film, the hosts reflect on some of their favorite Black Christmas classics and what expectations come with them. In Une...

We’re kicking off a brand-new segment on the show: BK’s Blacklist — where BK (our Gen-Z, suburban-raised co-host) takes on the classic Black films he somehow missed , and TeaRon (who grew up on all of them) guides him through a multigenerational deep dive into the movies that shaped Black culture. Together, they break down the nostalgia, the legacy, and the big question: do these classics still ho...

TeaRon and BK jump headfirst into Season 2 of The Vince Staples Show — and this time, the chaos is turned ALL the way up. After a breakout first season, the series returns with fresh themes, genre-bending storytelling, and the kind of unpredictable moments ONLY Vince could dream up. This season delivers standout performances from Vanessa Bell Calloway and Nate’ Jones , while diving into the comple...

This week, TeaRon is joined by NEW Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews Co-Host Brandon Keaton (BK) as they break down Eddie’s influence, revisit his greatest (and not-so-great) films, and share the surprising revelations uncovered in the documentary. When it comes to Hollywood legends, nobody matches the rise, reach, and cultural impact of Eddie Murphy. From stand-up stages to blockbuster franchises, Eddie’...

This Halloween, TeaRon and Tiera Janee crack open Wes Craven’s The People Under the Stairs — a wild 90s cult classic starring Brandon Quintin Adams and Ving Rhames. What starts as a simple break-in turns into a horrifying night of secrets, screams, and the unforgettable discovery of the people under the stairs . TeaRon revisits this creepy favorite after years away, while Tiera watches it for the...

In this episode, TeaRon sits down with new author Cedric Muhikira to dive into his debut novel Libaax: Grow Your Roots Where You Land . The book follows Ayaan, a young Somali immigrant navigating life from the dry heat of Somalia to the gritty streets of Detroit. Together, they unpack hot-button topics like immigration, the complex ties between Black Americans and African immigrants, and the strug...

On this episode of Ubiquitous Blacks, TeaRon is joined by the ever-inspiring Rodney C. Burris—a global speaker, author, and expert in Emotional Intelligence.   Known for igniting minds around the world, Rodney breaks down Emotional Intelligence Theory with a fresh, relatable approach. Together, they dive into Rodney’s powerful insights on identity and empathy—including a moment of personal growth...

In Sinners , Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan reunite for a southern horror thrill ride set in 1932 Mississippi.   Jordan stuns in a dual role as brothers “Smoke” and “Stack,” war-hardened millionaires building a juke joint haven for their people—until vampires, secrets, and supernatural chaos crash the party. On this episode TeaRon and his brother Joseph dive into first reactions, standout scen...

Young, Famous, & African: Season 3 – The Drama, Glamour, and Chaos Return! The wait is over! Netflix has finally delivered the third installment of its glamorous reality series, Young, Famous & African (YFA), and it’s as extravagant and drama-filled as ever. This show has been a staple on the Ubiquitous Blacks platform since the very beginning, making this review a special one. After a yea...

Tyler Perry's The Six Triple Eight : A Long-Overdue Tribute to WW2’s Unsung Heroines To close out the year, we were treated to something special: Tyler Perry's latest film, The Six Triple Eight , starring Kerry Washington. This powerful story highlights the incredible, unsung heroes of American history—a battalion of African-American women tasked with delivering backlogged mail to troops...

In this episode of Ubiquitous Blacks , TeaRon sits down with the stars of the newly released South African action-comedy Neelan & Kevin ! Luversan Gerard (Kevin), Brendon Daniels (Neelan), and Kaseran Pillay (Cousin Bobby) bring their sharp humor and fresh perspectives to discuss bringing this hilarious and heartfelt buddy comedy to life. The cast dives into what it means to represent South Af...

From writers and actors Brendon Daniels and Luversan Gerard, along with director Kagiso Sam Leburu, comes the South African action-comedy Neelan & Kevin , now streaming on EVOD! Neelan (Daniels) is a carefree mama’s boy who never returns her Tupperware, while Kevin (Gerard) is his high-strung, temperamental brother. When these polar-opposite brothers reunite for their mother’s birthday, the da...

Sometimes, a TV series hooks you so hard that you binge-watch every episode, only to discover it's a limited series—and you're left wanting more. That’s exactly what Netflix’s The Madness does! Starring Colman Domingo as Muncie Daniels, this gripping conspiracy-thriller takes us on a rollercoaster ride through eight intense episodes. Muncie, a polarizing television journalist, becomes em...

Step into the adrenaline-pumping world of MMA with The Cage ( La Cage ), the gripping French drama from acclaimed filmmaker Franck Gastambide. In this action-packed series, we follow Taylor (Melvin Boomer), a reserved underdog with UFC dreams, who skyrockets to fame after an unexpected knockout during a sparring session with Ibrahim (French rapper Bosh), a feared MMA contender. What starts as a vi...

The Fight Everyone’s Talking About! 🥊 Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson TeaRon and Tiera Janee dive headfirst into the madness surrounding the highly controversial Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match, streamed live on Netflix on November 15th. This iconic fight became a clash of eras: the legendary 58-year-old Iron Mike representing the old guard of boxing versus the audacious YouTube-born fighter Jake...

Animated Series Spotlight: Invincible Fight Girl It’s not every day we get to review an animated series, but when we do, we wish they were all as fresh, exciting, and original as Invincible Fight Girl !  In this episode, TeaRon and Tiera Janee share their first impressions of a show that’s brimming with potential yet isn’t getting the buzz it deserves— yet ! The story centers on Andy Smith, a youn...