Ubiquitous Blacks Podcast

This week we get into Hulu's latest must-watch series, Queenie! Based on Candice Carty-Williams' bestselling novel, Queenie stars Dionne Brown as a 25-year-old Jamaican-British woman spiraling through a chaotic quarter-life crisis in London. After a tough breakup, Queenie’s wild journey of hookups and bad decisions kicks off. TeaRon and Tiera Janee give their unfiltered take on this edgy...

Our Predictions Were Spot On – We Finally Got Reggie in Action! Brace yourself as TeaRon and Tiera Janee dive headfirst into the explosive fourth installment of the Bad Boys series: *Bad Boys Ride or Die*! Join the legendary duo, Will Smith (Mike Lowery) and Martin Lawrence (Marcus Burnett), as they return in what critics are hailing as the action-packed blockbuster of the summer. This time, our h...

Dive into Nollywood Drama Series: Postcards! Join TeaRon and Tiera Janee as they get swept away by the adventure of Nigeria/India in the series, Postcards . Starring the iconic Sola Sobowale and a stellar cast, this saga follows Bunmi, a single mother and Nigerian socialite, as a shocking diagnosis forces her to rely on her distant and angry Mumbai-based brother, Olumide (played by the legendary R...

This week's episode is fire! TeaRon and Tiera Janee dive into the latest listener  recommendation: the crime/mystery/comedy sensation, *Diarra From Detroit*! Streaming now on BET+, this show mixes classic private detective vibes with today's quirkiest comedic twists. Expect jaw-dropping plot twists and legendary guest stars that'll keep you guessing and laughing all the way through....

Join Tiera Janee, an Ohio native, and TeaRon, who has made deep connections to Ghana, as they dive into Freeform's thrilling new reality series, "Royal Rules of Ohio." The show follows the Agyekum family, proud descendants of Ghanaian royalty, who have relocated to Columbus, Ohio. As they navigate their new life in America while honoring their regal heritage, the series offers a uni...

Who is this documentary supposed to  be for? 'Black Twitter: A People's story' goes on a lofty 3-hour journey in the docuseries on Hulu. TeaRon and Tiera Janee discuss this cultural phenomenon, exploring its evolution from its early days to its current state. Despite its lengthy runtime, the documentary seemingly manages to leave many stones no stones untouched. If you were a season...

TeaRon convinces Tiera Janee to face her fear of the horror genre as the two dissect and theorize on 'THEM' Season 2! Join the spine-chilling ride as they dive into the eerie depths of 1990's Los Angeles with Detective Dawn Reeve (played by Deborah Ayorinde) hot on the trail of a gruesome murder.  Season 2 also stars Luke James as the eerily enigmatic Edmund Gaines and the Legendary...

Experience the riveting saga of survival: Delve into the gripping world of 'Skierlik' – South African actor Phillip Dikotla's passion project! In this explosive episode, TeaRon and Tiera Janee take you on a thrilling journey through the terrifying events of the 2008 "Skierlik Massacre," as portrayed in Dikotla's Captivating One-Man show. Follow the heart-wrenching sto...

Unveiling the Disaster: 'Good Times' Animated Reboot Review! TeaRon and Tiera Janee dive headfirst into the wreckage of the iconic '70s sitcom revival! They shred apart the misguided attempt to resurrect this cultural gem.  Join in on the fiery debate as they dissect the show's cringeworthy moments, featuring an all-star cast with J.B. Smoove, Yvette Nicole Brown, Marsai Martin...

Once again, we go on  a ride through South Africa's cinematic brilliance! Join TeaRon and Tiera Janee this week, as they dive into the heart-pounding action of 'Heart of the Hunter' – a thrilling tale of a retired assassin thrust back into the fray by a sinister government conspiracy. With powerhouse performances from stars like Bonko Khoza, Sisanda Henna, and Connie Ferguson, this...

Get ready for a cinematic ride as we break down the latest Ghanaian sensation to hit Netflix! Join TeaRon and Tiera Janee as they dissect 'A Taste of Sin,' the flick that had so many talking during it's initial premiere in Ghana in 2023. Starring the magnetic Jackie Appiah as Ruth and the charming James Gardiner as Pastor Teddy Hanson, this movie takes you deep into the fiery depths...

Regina King steps into the shoes of Shirley Chisholm, the trailblazing icon who shattered barriers as the first Black woman to run for President in the '70s. But does 'Shirley' do justice to her legacy? TeaRon and Tiera Janee are back to unravel the highs and lows of this Netflix biopic. Tune in as they dissect the film's attempt to capture Chisholm's historic campaign and...

Get ready to dive into the legendary tale of Black College Spring Break, famously known as FreakNik, with Hulu's highly-anticipated documentary. Join TeaRon and Tiera Janee as they went LIVE to dissect the electrifying Atlanta event that transformed from a humble picnic for cash-strapped HBCU students into an unforgettable city-wide phenomenon. Did the documentary match the hype? Tune in to f...

Get ready for the ultimate comedic comeback! BET's iconic stand-up series, Comic View, is back with a bang, spearheaded by none other than Kevin Hart as executive producer and the Mike Epps as host. But does this revival match up to its legendary predecessor? Join TeaRon and Tiera Janee as they dive deep into the laughs and critiques of the new Comic View, now streaming on the BET+ app. –––––...

From humble beginnings to the cusp of stardom, TeaRon ( @tearonworld ) chats with  SoKoGa ( @realsokoga ), an independent music artist from Abuja, to discuss the artist's growth, his artistic evolution, and the pivotal moments that have shaped his musical identity.  In this episode, we gain insights into SoKoGa's creative process, learning how he sustains his motivation amidst life'...

We are reviewing our first Nollywood feature!! Join TeaRon and Tiera Janee this week, as they explore the captivating universe of Aníkúlápó in its limited series spin-off, "Aníkúlápó: Rise of the Spectre," now on Netflix. Kunle Remi and Bimbo Ademoye reprise their roles as Saro and Arolake, alongside an exceptional cast, including newcomer Owobo Ogunde as the formidable antagonist, Basho...

We get into the latest Lifetime TV Movie saga as TeaRon and Tiera Janee dissect the meant-to-be thrilling sequel, "Single Black Female 2: Simone's Revenge." Raven Goodwin and Amber Riley reprise their roles, delivering a rollercoaster of drama as Simone (Riley) plots to destroy Monica (Goodwin). Expect the signature Lifetime twists and turns, but buckle up for a wild journey that mi...

Join TeaRon for an inspiring conversation with Libya El-Amin ( @nzhinga72 ), a remarkable television and film editor whose journey from Chemical Engineer to acclaimed editor is as fascinating as the shows she helps shape. Raised in a household deeply rooted in the Nation of Islam, Libya shares insights into her upbringing and how it influenced her approach to storytelling and connection-building i...

TeaRon and Tiera Janee went LIVE for the first time to review the latest from Tyler Perry... We're pretty sure we have seen this movie already! Tyler Perry returns like he never left before with a Netflix movie, 'Mea Culpa.' The film stars Kelly Rowland and Trevonte Rhodes and for some strange reason seems like it takes place in the same world that 'Tyler Perry's Tempation...

We step into the rhythm of reggae history with our latest podcast episode! Join hosts TeaRon and Tiera Janee, along with a special guest, as they dive into the vibrant world of 'Bob Marley: One Love.' This biopic on the legendary reggae icon has sparked a global buzz, grossing over $50M at the box office thus far. But is the film's success merely riding on the waves of Marley's...

We dive into the electrifying world of "Genius" as NatGeo catapults us into its fourth season with an adrenaline-fueled exploration of the legendary lives of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. TeaRon and Tiera Janee, weary from years of countless civil rights and slavery movies, were skeptical. But their doubts melted away in the face of Genius' gripping storytelling. The series...

Get ready for an exhilarating dive into the heart of South African intrigue as we review the South African crime/drama series from Netflix, Soon Comes Night!   TeaRon and Tiera Janee explore this gripping tale set in 90s Johannesburg, where former freedom fighter turned heist mastermind, Alex Shabane (portrayed by Kwenzo Ngcobo), leads a band of renegades on a series of thrilling heists. With an e...

Get ready for a wild ride as Snoop Dogg's Uncle Era takes center stage in the uproariously hilarious sports comedy, "The Underdoggs"!  TeaRon and Tiera Janee dive headfirst into the unfiltered chaos that unfolds on Prime Video.  Snoop Dogg stars as Jaycen Jenning, a retired once beloved  American Football star who has fallen out of favor and through some wild run ins with the law, h...

TeaRon and Tiera Janee dive headfirst into the dystopian future world of the Netflix Black British Sci-Fi Drama, "The Kitchen." Daniel Kaluuya, accompanied by Kibwe Tavares, takes the helm as director, weaving a tale that unfolds in the heart of the dystopian ghetto community known as The Kitchen. Meet Izi, a man whose daily grind unfolds in the high-tech yet solemn corridors of a funera...

Get ready to go way back in time, to 33 A.D. to be exact,  on the latest episode of Ubiquitous Black Reviews! Join TeaRon and his dynamic younger brother, Joseph, as they dive into the whimsical world of 'The Book of Clarence,' a groundbreaking Biblical comedic retelling that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Imagine 33 A.D. in Jerusalem, where a man named Clarence, inspired by th...