Tamiyah, Esther, Ta'Lissa, Ariana, Shakima
While You Were Scrolling...
Conversations from five Black women that run the gamut of books, films, tv show recaps, pop culture events and everything in between. Come for the witty takes and reviews but leave with an appreciation of what makes Black friendship beautiful.
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Tamiyah, Esther, Ta'Lissa, Ariana, Shakima
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Oct 21, 2026
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Episodes
We Were Watching...The Six Triple Eight 03.01.2025 1:03:44
For this week's POCcorn segment, we review The Six Triple Eight. Tyler Perry's newest production was surprising in the best way. The untold story of black, female WWII soldiers being given an impossible task, and completing that task with time to spare is an incredible tale. Not to mention, the timing is perfect. At a time where black women feel betrayed by their own country, it is encouraging to...
We Were Talking...2025 New Year Bingo 01.01.2025 57:20
In light of the New Year we are all quite weary of, due to the incoming presidency, we discussed goals. Specifically goals we plan to add to our own 2025 Vision Bingo cards. Listen In!
We Were Watching...Girlfriendship 25.12.2024 51:29
We are back with our POCcorn segment. And this week we are reviewng Girlfriendship; a Hallmark-ish film paying homage to Gullah ancestry and black friendship. It was cute and sweet. Just what we were in teh mood for. Listen In!
We Were Ranking...90's and 00's Fashion Trends 18.12.2024 46:02
In this week's "Last One Standing" episode, we ranked the best fashion trends of the 90's and early 2000's. You won't believe what won. Listen In!
We Were Talking...Financial Fears and Unsolicited Bakeries 11.12.2024 54:19
In our Don't Get Got segment, we discuss life as it has us in our UPs and (more likely) DOWNS. This week we discussed our financials. You may have heard our exhaustion in this recording, but let it reflect how tiring "money talk" really is. We also gave some real TMI insight this round, so sorry, not sorry. Listen In!
We Were Watching...Babes 04.12.2024 59:55
This week, our POCcorn segment reviews Babes. This film was written and produced by Broad City star, Ilana Glazer; who also happens to star in the film alongisde the brilliant, Michelle Buteau. IT WAS AMAZING! The story was so honest, raw, relatable, funny, sweet, and emotional all at once. As young, working mothers, we saw ourselves in every scene. And it was so refreshing to just sit back and ta...
We Were Watching...How to Die Alone Ep. 3-4 27.11.2024 48:23
This week we renew our "Show & Tell" segment, where we watch a series showcasing black women, and break down the episodes one by one. The newest TV tell to hit our Subscriptions is Natasha Rothwell's How to Die Alone. It's giving comedy, tragedy and comfort only a hit show can convey. Listen In!
We Were Watching...Furies 20.11.2024 56:41
In this POCcorn segment we reviewed Furies; the first Netflix original film from Vietnam. First off, the fight scenes and cinematography were well funded; and the story was women centered. Which was a really nice change of pace. But the true brilliance of this film is in the twist at the end. Listen In!
We Were Reading...Desperate Measures 13.11.2024 53:28
While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Desperate Measures by Katee Robert- Recap & Review
We Were Talking...Election Results 09.11.2024 40:44
Tuesday was one of the biggest dissappointments of our lives. As black educated women, we knew this election was a choice between nonsense and common sense. But the results showed us afar uglier truth. That this country would rather a buffoon sit in the highgest office of the land, than a black woman who is actually qualified for it. Hosts, TaLissa, Shakima, Ariana and Tamiyah take a moment to exp...
We Were Talking...Taking Care of the Elderly 06.11.2024 58:40
In our newest segment, Don't Gert Got, we discuss life as it has us in our UPs and (more likely) DOWNS. This week we delved into taking care of the elderly. Home Health Aids. Sponge Baths, E.Coli and more. Listen In!
We Were Talking...Best Halloween Candy 30.10.2024 1:12:39
For the spirit of Halloween (plug), we did a candy tournament to rank our favorite childhood candies; and you wouldn't believe what reigned supreme. Listen In!
We Were Watching...How to Die Alone Ep. 1-2 24.10.2024 1:05:45
This week we renew our "Show & Tell" segment, where we watch a series showcasing black women, and break down the episodes one by one. The newest TV tell to hit our Subscriptions is Natasha Rothwell's How to Die Alone. It's giving comedy, tragedy and comfort only a hit show can convey. Listen In!
We Were Watching...Entergalactic 16.10.2024 49:00
In this POCcorn segment we reviewed KidCudi's film, Entergalactic. This literal "work of art" was funny, smart, relatable and romantic! Along with giving us the "feels" it gave us insight into what its like for a man to fall hed over heels. And the CAST! Listen In!
We Were Talking...Tyler Perry Productions 09.10.2024 40:18
With the release of "Divorce in the Black," and his comments on "highbrow negroes" Tyler Perry has been discussed on every single platform with a camera or a mic. We thought we'd weigh in on his productions from the start. Listen In!
We Were Talking...Black Men In the Media Acting Up 02.10.2024 44:57
In the past weeks, we have heard about many instances in which Black Men in Media are acting up. From podcasts, to politics, these gntlemen just "can't get right." So we have taken the opportunity to shame a couple. Listen In!
We Were Reading...Kingdom of Ash 25.09.2024 1:19:34
While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas - Recap & Review
We Were Watching...Partners in Crime 18.09.2024 55:35
In this WILD, weird, unforgettable film, we had a time. It was a comedy and a mystery in more ways than one. And though there is much that can be said about this film, all I'll say is that it is beautifully shot and one you will not regret watching. Listen In!
We Were Reading...Tower of Dawn 11.09.2024 1:15:25
While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Tower of Dawn by Sarah J. Maas - Recap & Review
We Were Talking...APPocalypse 04.09.2024 46:25
With there being an app, subscription, or both for any and everything these days, we discussed how our own apps have taken over our lives. BUT, there's HOPE! We each shared how we quietly defy the APPocalyptic nature of our society, and accepted the positives the ease of apps have mad eon our lives. Listen In!
We Were Watching...Origin 28.08.2024 1:43:25
For this POCcorn segment, we reviewed the film Origin. And honestly, we likely got too deep in our own reflections of the story; but WOW. This film. This film. This film. It destroyed us and remade us all in one screening. And with all that being said, it is so worth the watch. Listen In!
We Were Talking...Best Movie Villain 21.08.2024 58:06
For this "Last One Standing Tournament" we debated villainy based on fear vs. charisma, prejudice vs. human extinction, and the validity of whether characters like Ursula, Hades and Shere Khan were considered villains at all. Listen In!
We Were Talking...Fruit Pies, Booker T., Pro-No Obligations, Healthy Ocean Fears, and Peppermint and Chocolate Affairs 14.08.2024 59:06
Want to know what the hell this random title even means, Listen In! We each listed an unpopular opinion, and defended our stance while being verbally attacked by our co-hosts.
We Were Reading...Empire of Storms 07.08.2024 1:34:24
While You Were Scrolling, we were Reading & Listening to: Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas - Recap & Review
We Were Watching...American Fiction 31.07.2024 1:15:28
American Fiction is a dynamic force of a film, aimed at exposing the many nuances of the black experience. From family dynamics, to literature standards, to film fantasies, this watch was one with a million layers. Listen In!
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