Braunsy & Janelle

Witcha Black Ads

Business EN ↓ 96 episodes

A podcast examining the state of marketing and advertising through a very Black lens. Hosts Braunsy & Janelle, discuss boss moves in pop culture, brands that just can't seem to get it right, and those rare occasions when miraculously they do! Hear interviews with Black ads folks putting in the necessary work and up your knowledge with the backstories "they" don't want you to know. All here on #WitchaBlackAds

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Braunsy & Janelle

Category

Business

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

21. You Can't Moderate Shade 05.12.2020

We’re back with another episode. This week we discuss the new app Clubhouse, Beyoncé’s literal beehives, whatever The Shade Room calls themselves doing, and much more! #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

22. Don't Touch Blue's Hair 05.12.2020

We’re back with episode 22 of @WitchaBlackAds . This week we discuss the marketability of Kamala Harris, holiday ads giving us the warm and fuzzies, the business mogul that is Blue Ivy, and much more! #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

18. It's Not Lazy, Just Ugly 19.09.2020

We're back with Episode 18 talking the Auntie edition of Verzuz, Travis Scott's collab with Micky D's, Virgils Scio... I mean G-Wagon and a whole lot more!  #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

17. The September Issue 19.09.2020

We are back from a little break talking protest in the sports world, Brandy verzuz Goonica, Black September issue cover, and more.  #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

16. Hold Your Think Pieces 19.09.2020

This week we discussed Beyonce's Black is King, the restart of the NBA, Copping Telfar and Virgil fatigue.  #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

15. Find Me On Black Planet 24.07.2020

Back at it talking Rihanna's boss moves, BlackPlanet's comeback and more. #WitchaBlackAds View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

13. Smile to Break the Chains 24.07.2020

Of course we'd love for you to check out the latest episode of Witcha Black Ads, but more importantly, demand justice for Breonna Taylor and Elijah McClain, wear your mask and support Black-owned businesses. View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

14. When Meta Goes Wrong 24.07.2020

In this episode Janelle and Braunsy discuss performative activism by brands, arts and crafts with Virgil, the BET Awards and whatever the hell Terry Crews was talmbout. View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

11. Serena the Queen 12.06.2020

Witcha Black Ads has a VODCAST - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation around brand messaging, acquisitions and partnerships.  Facebooks acquisition of Giphy  Serena named global spokes woman for Stuart Weitzman  Will Smith reminds 'some of us' he has BARS LVRN music label's commitment to mental health View VodCast on  @witchablackads  or  @teamepiphany  IG...

12. All Skinfolk Ain't Kinfolk 12.06.2020

Witcha Black Ads has a VODCAST - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle discuss how every brand just realized Black Lives Matter and introducing a new segment for those who tap dance among us! Brands Speaking Out..... BLM Graphic Tee's  WIPIPO allyship and guilt  View VodCast on @witchablackads or @teamepiphany IGTV! 

9. Saving Ourselves 12.06.2020

Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.  Netflix Strong Black Lead   Jordan Doc Series "Last Dance" Statefarm play of "vintage" Ads @witchablackads x @teamepiphany 

10. King of Quarantine 12.06.2020

Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.  Brands providing virtual graduations  Versus battle Jill Scott vs Erykah Badu  Stallion and the Bey drop heat  Tory Lanez x Youtube Live  @witchablackads x @teamepiphany 

8. On "Brand" for America 01.05.2020

Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.  America is helping everybody but Small Biz  Kelly serves us Coffee Beyonce partners with Disney and Global Citizens :-)  Ben & Jerry's Speak up for Blacks  @witchablackads x @teamepiphany 

6. "Corona Virus Sh*t Is Gettin' Real" 29.04.2020

Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle discuss what's happening in the social climate due to COVID-19.  What are brands reactions, are they hitting or missing?  Black ingenuity and event cancellations, what will this mean going forward? @witchablackads x @teamepiphany 

7. New "Normal" 29.04.2020

Witcha Black Ads x Team Epiphany's IG Live Series - hear the audio as Braunsy and Janelle continue the conversation of this new normal.  Chicago's Mayor Lightfoot leaned into the memes to promote a positive message. Nike continues to get it right, kind of?  China's racism to local blacks  Live shows going remote, how's that turning out?  @witchablackads x @teamepiphany 

5. I Like My Tampons Black 06.03.2020

Black owed business 'Honey Pot' featured target ad inundated racist reviews. The black dollar spoke! Spike Lee wants employee privileges at Madison Square Garden. Megan Thee Stallion had to battle to release new music. @witchablackads BET - Queer AF Tinder - Black Love Spike Lee - MSG

4. Tubman Takes Wakanda 28.02.2020

They plastered Harriett Tubman on a Visa card with the "Wakanda Forever" symbol! Let's get into some things this week! Janelle is exhausted this BHM. Braunsy can't seem to let go of his admiration for Nike. And obvs a few things "Above the fold...." 1. VISA x Harriett - creative or catastrophe? 2. We Stan RiRi's NAACP Presidential Award Speech 3. Plein's tra...

3. Til' Victory is Won 21.02.2020

Continuing to march on cuz 'we' ain't won yet! NBA all star weekend - NBA collaborations. NBA x AMEX - NBA x Hennessy? When will brands be done with Basquiat Collabs? Clearly Racist! Fashion Institute NY FMA Classism in Advertising Article 

2. Badu's Box 14.02.2020

Disrespect Packaged as Praise -  1. This weeks "That Ain't It" award goes to Barnes & Noble.  2. Why are we back at #OscarsSOwhite?  3. Erykah is selling what!? 

1. The Most Searched Podcast 07.02.2020

In this episode get to know your hosts, Braunsy and Janelle as they give a little insight into who they are what got them here. The Super Bowl has come and gone, hear the commentary on 'attempted' creative campaigns brands delivered over the weekend. Lastly, Popeyes did what!!? Listen, as they dive into some things. | @witchablackads

Witcha Black Ads Teaser 06.01.2020

Host, Braunsy and Janelle tease what's to come in this brand new podcast 'Witcha Black Ads' where they explore all things black in the advertising and marketing space. Listen as they dive into pop culture and media and how its influence applies to the culture.... or not! 

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