Getting Deep with a PhD and a JD

"He wrote a book about it, wanna hear it, hear it go"...Thirty years ago, Tupac Shakur was murdered. Keffe D allegedly memorialized the event in a book — one that has come back to haunt him. Will the truth finally emerge after three decades? Will Tupac get justice? Join Nicki and Kimmie as they explore this event and the challenges surrounding this court case. Come for the Insight--Stay for the Pe...

What extremes would people endure to be married? The reality show, Married at First Sight , gives a whole new meaning to "not seeing the bride before the wedding." Join Nicki and Kimmie as they examine this show and explore how, more often than not, this strategy leads to "people catching feelings, fists, and sometimes, cases." Are the "experts" matchmakers or skilled reality TV drama-maniacs? Wha...

A school of higher education outlaws bonnets and durags in public and the Twitter-sphere's edges get undone! Join Nicki and Kimmie as they discuss the "controversy" surrounding wearing bonnets and durags in public. Are policies limiting headwear in public policing Black bodies, or are these policies just trying to reinforce professional standards? Should we even care what people wear on their hair...

What happens when you mix hip-hop, democratic socialism, and public service? You get Zohran Mamdani (AKA Young Cardamon, Mr. Cardamom), New York's hip hop mayor. Join Nicki and Kimmie as they get deep about Mamdani, his identification as a democratic socialist, and why he stokes fear in the hearts of some. Oh, and we are still trying to answer, "Where is Mitch McConnell?" Come for the insight. Sta...

Is there an epidemic of male loneliness, or is the "epidemic" just an indicator of some men having a difficult time adjusting to the new roles that women occupy in society? Join Nicki and Kimmie as they explore this insightful, relevant, and thought-provoking topic. Oh, and we are still trying to answer, "Where is Mitch McConnell?" Come for the insight. Stay for the perspective shift. #nickiandkim...

It has been dubbed the "song of the summer" by some. "Spend Dat" by Yung Miami has a hype beat and a twerk-able rhythm. However, the bold lyrics have overshadowed the beat. Some see her as claiming her voice and and speaking her truth, while others see her as denigrating her community. Is Yung Miami's glorification of scamming an example of artistic freedom or is she bankrupting the community? Joi...

Grab your suitcase and get ready to do some serious "unpacking." Join Nicki and Kimmie as they reflect on Independence Day and what it means to navigate a holiday in which the values of freedom and independence are espoused --but not always available to everyone. Listen as Nicki and Kimmie explore how MAGA's co-opting of "patriotism" impacts how those with enslaved ancestors view this holiday. Com...

Join Nicki and Kimmie as they get deep about the upcoming film adaptation of The Odyssey by Christopher Nolan. Nolan cast the fabulous Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy, and the internet trolls thought they would have a feast. However, Nicki and Kimmie reveal what the trolls are trying to do--disguise their deeply held racist beliefs about Black women under the false flag of "historical accuracy." C...

We are back. Join Nicki and Kimmie as they discuss the "Down the Drain" Event held at the White House. Why did this event occur and why was Michelle Obama one of the main participants? Our Forever FLOTUS was minding her business and someone felt the need to call her a man. It does not get any weirder than this. What does this insult mean about how society perceives Black women? Why are we still us...

Mental health care is critically important. But---what happens when mental health providers claim to be licensed or claim to have degrees and really do not? Join Nicki and Kimmie as they discuss a current case of a "Dr." that really wasn't in. You may have heard of Cheyenne Bryant, a social media personality who presented herself as having credentials to provide services. However, it appears that...

Who's watching Beyond the Gates? The PhD JD duo is!! Join Nicki and Kimmie as they discuss the new soap opera, Beyond the Gates, and then GET DEEP about the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Yes, this soap opera is fire! It also has a way of reminding us of important social justice issues, such as the right to vote. Come for the insight. Stay for the perspective shift. #beyondthegates #BTG #votingrightsa...

We are back and better than ever... Get Deep on Hot Topics with a PhD & JD: Headlines skim the surface. We go deep. Get Deep on Hot Topics with a PhD & JD breaks down today’s most controversial conversations at the intersection of law, science, culture, and power. Each episode explores timely issues—from entertainment, culture, and current events to law and human behavior and is hosted by...

It's Halloween season! And we have a discussion that fits the occasion. Listen as we engage in a spirited (pun intended) conversation about what is considered to be the most haunted city in the U.S. Hopefully, you learn something new about this very dynamic city.

Nicki & Kimmie explore language while discussing the African-American dictionary that Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr. will edit and Oxford will publish in 2025. Join a spirited and fun discussion about language, meaning, our lives, and bringing marginalized groups to the center of validated language.

Premiere episode for GettingDeepWithAPhDandJD! Learn about the prevalence of black ghost towns and what you can do about it.

Although there are many black artists currently creating and performing country music, leave it to Beyonce to make it a topic of discussion. Nicki and Kimmie dig deep into the roots of country music and its start from slaves from West Africa and their use of the banjo.

Nicki and Kimmie get deep about human trafficking and the myths associated with it. Puff Daddy's legal woes have brought this issue to the forefront and requires accurate analysis and discussion. Nicki and Kimmie also clarify what's going on in this celebrity's case. Listen as they dissect and analyze this very important topic giving the listener calls to action! #puffy #humantrafficking #pdiddy #...

Listen as Nicki & Kimmie Get Deep for the first time with an album review! And what an album it is! Hear Nicki and Kimmie's opinions on the album overall, favorite songs, and perceived interpretations. It even spurred interest in future topics!

Get Deep on Hot Topics with a PhD & JD: Headlines skim the surface. We go deep. Get Deep on Hot Topics with a PhD & JD breaks down today’s most controversial conversations at the intersection of law, science, culture, and power. Each episode explores timely issues—from entertainment, culture, and current events to law and human behavior and is hosted by two experts who aren’t afraid to cha...