Black Girl Nerds
534 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 253 ratingsBlack Girl Nerds is an online community devoted to promoting nerdiness among Black women & people of color. Check us out on http://blackgirlnerds.com and play with us on social media by following us on Twitter @blackgirlnerds!
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230: Writers Tananarive Due and Mohale Mashigo of 'Marvel's Black Panther: Sins of the King'
March 01, 2021 18:51 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBNAACP Image Award winner Tananarive Due (My Soul to Keep, The Good House) and award-winning South African author Mohale Mashigo are a part of a magnificent team of writers on the comic Marvel's Black Panther: Sins of the King. Marvel’s Black Panther: Sins of the King follows as an army of undead threatens Wakanda, and the Black Panther turns to his long-lost father in the fight against his most lethal opponent yet—the demons of his past. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Bro...
229: BGN Podcast Extra: Superman's History in Film and TV
February 23, 2021 18:01 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWe're not done talking about Superman and Lois just yet! In this bonus episode of the BGN Podcast, we discuss some of our favorite and not-so-favorite Superman films and TV shows of all time. We chat about which actors depicted the iconic hero the best, and which actors should have passed on the role. If you're a DC comics or Superman geek, you should definitely tune into this episode! Hosted by: Ryanne and Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
228: Celebrating Black History Month with Authors Ilysah Shabazz & Jessica Sims
February 22, 2021 18:40 - 49 minutes - 45.7 MBIn this episode, we celebrate Black History Month by bringing on two compelling authors who have written about the Black historical experience. In our first segment, Ilysah Shabazz, the daughter of the great Malcolm X joins us to chat about her work in the book 'The Awakening of Malcolm X'. Ilyasah is an educator, professor, activist, motivational speaker, and author of multiple award-winning books. Host: Ryanne In our second segment, we chat with Jessica Sims, who is a poet, writer, and...
227: BGN Podcast Extra: The History of Lois Lane
February 17, 2021 17:40 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBThis week we're delivering a bonus episode of the BGN Podcast! We're taking a deep dive into the history of Lois Lane, a character that has been around since the 1930s! If you're a fan of the DC universe and all things Superman and Lois, you don't want to miss this episode! Host: Jamie & Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
226: The Valentine's Day Episode
February 15, 2021 16:38 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBIt's never too late to celebrate the day of love with that special someone or just spend a day in self-care! In this episode, BGN host Angelica chats with special guest Mike to chat about relationships and more in this heart-filled episode of the BGN podcast. Host: Angelica Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax ecampus.oregonstate.edu/nerds
225: Lovecraft Country Recap Show - Episode 5 "Strange Case"
February 08, 2021 17:01 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBWe're back! This time we are recapping episode 5 of HBO's hit sci-fi thriller 'Lovecraft Country'. In this episode, we explore and breakdown the episode "Strange Case". Hosted by: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
224: Actor Idella Johnson and Our 2021 Sundance Recap
February 01, 2021 16:25 - 1 hour - 65 MBIn this 2-part episode, we cover the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Featuring actor Idella Johnson and our personal takeaways of films we watched during the festival. Segment 1: Actor Idella Johnson stars as the lead in the Sundance film Ma Belle, My Beauty. Lane, Bertie and Fred once shared a polyamorous relationship in New Orleans. Lane loved Bertie, Fred loved Bertie, they had a balance that worked... until it didn’t, and Lane vanished from their lives. Two years later, Bertie and Fred ...
223: Author Mikaeli King and Eric Tapper of Global Comix
January 25, 2021 17:52 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBIn this 2-segment episode, we interview author Mikaeli King and Eric Tapper of Global Comix. Segment 1: Mikaeli King is the author of the book "Meet The Covid-19 Super Fighters," a health safety and awareness guide for kids during Covid-19 to keep them safe. Host: Ryanne Segment 2: GlobalComix is entirely focused on the success of indie creators and publishers of all sizes, and regularly releases educational content and promotions to help the enrich community as digital publishing takes ...
222: 'Lovecraft Country's' Cinematographer Michael Watson
January 18, 2021 16:53 - 27 minutesBGN interviews cinematographer Micheal Watson who worked on episodes 5-9 of the hit HBO series 'Lovecraft Country'. Interviewer: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
222: 'Lovecraft Country' Cinematographer Michael Watson
January 18, 2021 16:53 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBBGN interviews cinematographer Micheal Watson who worked on episodes 5-9 of the hit HBO series 'Lovecraft Country'. Interviewer: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
221: Actor Reign Edwards and "Icy" Wright of 'Lion King The Musical' on Clubhouse
January 11, 2021 17:02 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBBGN interviews actor Reign Edwards of the Amazon series 'The Wilds' and media publicist Indya "Icy" Wright who coordinated the viral sensation 'Lion King: The Musical' on Clubhouse. Segment 1: Reign Edwards stars in the series 'The Wilds' about a group of teenage girls stranded on an island, unaware they are part of an elaborate social experiment. Reign was last seen starring in the hit FX series 'Snowfall' and the CBS series 'Macgyver'. Host: Jeandra Segment 2: Indya "Icy" Wright and he...
220: Meagan Good,, Tamara Bass and Lexi Underwood of 'If Not Now, When?'
January 04, 2021 16:44 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBBGN interviews the team behind the January release film 'If Not Now When?' starring Meagan Good, Tamara Bass and Lexi Underwood. Segment 1: Co-directors and stars Meagan Good and Tamara Bass chat about the film 'If Not Now, When? This marks the first time two Black women have co-directed a feature film that one of them wrote, and both of them produced and starred in. Host: Ryanne Segment 2: Lexi Underwood plays Jillian in the film 'If Not Now When?'. She also can be currently seen in the...
219: Actor Taylour Paige and Actors Emily Blunt & Jamie Dornan
December 28, 2020 18:19 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBHappy Holidays! In our first segment, we welcome Taylour Paige to discuss her latest film 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' currently streaming on Netflix. Host: Ryanne In our second segment, we welcome actors Emily Blunt and Jamie Dornan to discuss their film 'Wild Mountain Thyme'. Host: Cat Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
218: Lovecraft Country Recap Show - Episode 4 "A History of Violence"
December 21, 2020 15:48 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBWe're back! This time we are recapping episode 4 of HBO's hit sci-fi thriller 'Lovecraft Country'. In this episode we explore and breakdown the episode "A History of Violence". Hosted by: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
217: Tristen Norman of Getty Images & Damon J. Gillespie of 'Tiny Pretty Things'
December 14, 2020 18:34 - 57 minutes - 53.4 MBIn this week's episode of the BGN podcast, we bring two fabulous segments. Tristen Norman, the Head of Creative Insights for Getty Images and actor Damon J. Gillespie of the Netflix series 'Tiny Pretty Things'. Segment 1: Tristen Norman operates as one-part visual anthropologist and two-parts data scientist – working across disciplines to understand what motivates visual selection, identify trends within visual language, and using this data to help shape the development of Getty’s creativ...
216: Atlantic Recording Artist Bri Steves
December 07, 2020 16:53 - 32 minutes - 30.4 MBIn this episode, we interview Atlantic recording artist Bri Steves. A do-it-all rap artist who can easily alternate from steely and confrontational rhymes to sugary hooks, Bri Steves emerged in 2018 with a major-label deal via Atlantic and the release of her first tracks, including the T-Minus and Hitmaka collaboration "Jealousy." Host: Angelica Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
215: Lovecraft Country Recap Show - Episode 3 "Holy Ghost"
November 30, 2020 16:48 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBWe're back! This time we are recapping episode 3 of HBO's hit sci-fi thriller 'Lovecraft Country'. In this episode we explore and breakdown the episode "Holy Ghost". Hosted by: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
214: Stephanie Levi-John and The Ladies of 'Fargo'
November 23, 2020 18:57 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIn this 2-part episode, BGN interviews actor Stephanie Levi-John from the Starz series 'The Spanish Princess' and the ladies of the FX series 'Fargo': Karen Aldridge, Anji White, and J. Nicole Brooks. Segment 1: Stephanie Levi-John plays Lina de Cardonnes on 'The Spanish Princess'. The actor shares more about her character Lina's life outside of the Court and what it is like for her raising a family and how that causes struggles with Catherine as well. Host: Angelica Segment 2: Karen Ald...
213: Talent Agent Tiauna Jackson and Producer Lyn Sisson-Talbert
November 16, 2020 20:38 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBIn this 2-part episode, BGN interviews talent and literary agent Tiauna Jackson and Producer Lyn Sisson-Talbert for the film soundtrack to Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Tiauna Jackson owns The Jackson Agency. Ms. Jackson built her agency from the ground up within the entertainment industry’s most competitive market, Los Angeles. She made history by becoming the first Writer’s Guild of America franchise in Atlanta, Georgia and is believed to be the first known Black woman with 100 per...
212: Saoirse Ronan and Election 2020
November 09, 2020 15:55 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBIn this 2-part episode, we invite actor Saoirse Ronan and have a hot topic discussion about the 2020 election. Segment 1: Saoirse stars in the new film 'Ammonite' opposite Kate Winslet. In 1800s England, acclaimed but unrecognized fossil hunter Mary Anning (Kate Winslet) works alone on the rugged Southern coastline. When a wealthy visitor entrusts Mary with the care of his wife Charlotte Murchison (Saoirse Ronan), she cannot afford to turn his offer down. Proud and relentlessly passionate a...
211: I Love Black People with Jarvis Houston
November 02, 2020 16:06 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBBGN chats with Jarvis Houston, the U.S. spokesperson for 'I Love Black People'. I Love Black People was co-founded by Christopher Mapondera, a Zimbabwean, and Sinclair Skinner, an African-American. ILBP is a Black tech startup that uses technology to build a global network to protect Black people from racism & xenophobia, especially while traveling and in new environments. ILBP provides safe places for Black people across the world. ILBP is a leader in the creation of a cultural shift that...
210: Lovecraft Country Recap Show - Episode 2 "Whitey's On The Moon"
October 26, 2020 15:14 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBBGN Podcast hosts Ryanne and Angelica return to recap episode 2 of the hit HBO series 'Lovecraft Country'. The two hosts breakdown the episode aptly titled "Whitey's on the Moon". Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
209: Fargo's E’myri Crutchfield and Grand Army's Crystal Nelson & Alphonso Romero Jones II
October 19, 2020 15:35 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBIn this 3-part episode, BGN welcomes E’myri Crutchfield (Fargo), Crystal Nelson (Grand Army), and Alphonso Romero Jones II (Grand Army) to the podcast. Segment 1: E’myri Crutchfield stars in FX’s Emmy-winning anthology series Fargo. She is the breakout star, which also features Chris Rock and Jason Schwartzman. E’myri portrays the narrator of the story, Ethelrida Smutny, a mixed-race teenager wise beyond her years, who is determined to improve her lot in life through education. Hosted by:...
208: The Cast of 'Warrior' Olivia Cheng, Dianne Doan and Andrew Koji
October 12, 2020 14:49 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBIn a special episode dedicated to the Cinemax series 'Warrior' — BGN interviews 3 cast members from the show broken up into 3 segments. Segment 1: Oliva Cheng plays Ah Toy in the series 'Warrior'. A bisexual Madame in charge of the Hop Wei's brothel. She takes an interest with Ah Sahm due to his connections with Mai Ling. Cheng has also appeared in 'Deadly Class' and was a former correspondent for 'Entertainment Tonight Canada'. Segment 2: Dianne Doan plays Mai Ling, the wife of Long Zii,...
207: Cabblow Studios Animators and Author Nic Stone
October 05, 2020 12:16 - 55 minutes - 51 MBThe BGN Podcast this week features a 2-part episode featuring animators and authors. In our first segment, Cabblow Studios was founded by a mother and daughter in Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr. Tshepo P. Maaka (“Dr. T”) and her daughter, animator and creative director Kabelo “Cabblow” Maaka, work together to create short films, series, and medical animation where they simplify medical content through the charm of animation making it easier to understand, less intimidating, and easier to re...
206: Comedian Dulcé Sloan Has 'That Black Ass Show'
September 28, 2020 14:58 - 1 hour - 85 MBBGN interviews Comedy Central's Dulcé Sloan about her new podcast 'That Black Ass Show', Sloan talks to special guests to celebrate some of America’s iconic Black shows that have and continue to shape the world. From 90’s classics like the 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' and 'Martin' to modern shows like 'Insecure' and 'Atlanta', Sloan does a deep dive into the show’s origin, classic moments, and fun facts that everyone can enjoy. Interviewer: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
205: Lovecraft Country Recap Show - Episode 1 "Sundown"
September 21, 2020 15:09 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBBetter late than never! Recap hosts Angelica and Ryanne return to recap the popular HBO sci-fi series 'Lovecraft Country'. These breakdowns will not only include episode recaps, but also the history behind the books and the context within each of these stories. If you're a fan of this series you don't want to miss these recaps! This recap features episode 1 "Sundown" Hosts: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
204: Comedian Calise Hawkins and a Deep Dive into Marvel's Shuri
September 14, 2020 14:45 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBIn this 2-part episode, BGN interviews comedian Calise Hawkins who released her first full length comedy album Calise is 40 AF. Calise has appeared on Oxygen, Disney, Adult Swim, Comedy Central, and MTV. Hosted by Jeandra. In our second segment, Ryanne takes a deep dive into the character of Shuri from the Marvel comics and cinematic universe. Hosted by Ryanne. Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
203: Filmmaker Trey Haley and Actor Bethany Antonia
September 07, 2020 14:34 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBBGN presents a 2-part episode featuring indie filmmaker Trey Haley and actor Bethany Antonia. Trey Haley is a director with 25+ film and television titles across multiple genres and is currently in season 2 of his hit crime drama 'The Family Business' premiered July 2 on BET+. Bethany Antonia is a scene-stealer as Margot Rivers in Netflix’s new thriller series 'Get Even' adapted from the popular book series “Don’t Get Mad” by Gretchen McNeil. Host: Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Musi...
202: Tawny Newsome and Mya Harrison
August 31, 2020 16:24 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MBThis 2-part episode features actors Tawny Newsome and Mya Harrison. Tawny appears in the new CBS All Access series 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' which made its premiere this summer. Mya Harrison notably known for her stunning singer career, is also an actor, and chats about her return in season 2 of the Urban Movie Channel series '5th Ward'. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
201: Emmy Nominees: Writer Tanya Barfield and Composer Amanda Jones
August 24, 2020 14:56 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBBGN welcomes a 2-part episode featuring Emmy nominees. Tanya Barfield wrote Episode 3 of the Hulu series Mrs. America. Barfield is an acclaimed playwright and WGA Award winner also known for her writing on The Americans. She has also written on Ray Donovan. Amanda Jones received her first Emmy nomination this year for her score on Apple TV’s documentary series Home. This nomination gives her the unique distinction of being the first African American woman nominated in the score category. ...
200: Rapper Dai Burger
August 17, 2020 15:13 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBBGN welcomes rapper Dai Burger to the podcast. Queens, NY rapper Dai Burger's ferocious style and unfettered lyrical confidence make clear that she is not to be messed with. Dai got her start as a back-up dancer for Lil Mama before launching her career with 2010's independently-released MyMixxxytape. Three mixtapes, an EP, and an LP later, Dai's sharpened her fiery flows into a pop-trap style that never loses its edge. Interviewer: Jeandra Editor: Jamie Broadnax
199: 'Animal Crackers' Directors Scott Sava and Tony Bancroft
August 10, 2020 11:48 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBThe directors behind the animated film 'Animal Crackers' sit down with BGN to talk about the film and how they put the star-studded cast together. Scott Sava (based on his graphic novel of the same name) and Tony Bancroft ('Mulan') discuss the origin story of how this film was brought to Netflix. 'Animal Crackers' is about a family who must use a magical box of Animal Crackers to save a run-down circus from being taken over by their evil uncle Horatio P. Huntington. Host: Ryanne Music ...
198: Black Motherhood
August 03, 2020 14:43 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBAngelica and Jordan share their personal experiences being single moms and raising their kids. As well as what it is like to raise their children in a racially charged climate. For all of the moms to be out there or mothers out there that want to hear stories similar to yours this is a show you do not want to miss. Host: Angelica Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
197: Floral Designer Maurice Harris
July 27, 2020 15:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBMaurice Harris is a Los Angeles-based artist who is best known as the visionary behind Bloom & Plume, a floral design studio located in Echo Park. Hosted by acclaimed artist, Maurice Harris, 'Centerpiece' explores the nature of creativity with celebrity guests as they go deep into what drives their passion, creativity, and spirit to create mind-blowing floral art installations. Guests include: Rashida Jones, Maya Rudolph, Tessa Thompson, and more. 'Centerpiece' is now available on Quibi. H...
196: Actor Kylie Bunbury and Entrepreneur Jessica Sinclair
July 20, 2020 15:06 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBThis week the BGN Podcast releases a 2-part episode featuring actress Kylie Bunbury (Pitch, Brave New World) and entrepreneur Jessica Sinclair. In our first segment, Jessica Sinclair who also refers to herself as a nursepreneur talks about her first book "Network Like You Mean It: A Nurse's Journey to Entrepreneurship & Purpose" and her journey of highlighting the power of networking. In our second segment, you know actress Kylie Bunbury best from the Fox TV series 'Pitch'. She's returne...
195: 'Stargirl's' Anjelika Washington and 'Warrior Nun's' Toya Turner
July 13, 2020 16:03 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWe present to you in this amazing 2-part episode of the BGN Podcast 2 Black female superheroines who are heroines to us both on and off the screen! The first segment features Anjelika Washington who discusses her new role on CW's "Stargirl" as Beth Chapel. The second segment features actor Toya Turner who plays Shotgun Mary in the Netflix series "Warrior Nun" one of the most talked-about characters in the series! Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
194: Miriam A. Hyman on 'The Chi', Hip Hop, and More!
July 06, 2020 16:52 - 30 minutes - 28.7 MBMiriam A. Hyman can be seen starring on season three of Showtime’s critically acclaimed series The Chi. She joins the cast this year and shines as Dre, a high school guidance counselor who affects the lives of her students in a major way. Miriam is also a songwriter and hip-hop lyricist and records under the moniker Robyn Hood. Her latest EP Truth Teller (February 2020) is her fourth independent project to date. You listen to her music here: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/robyn-ho...
193: Sil Lai Abrams Speaks 'On The Record'
June 29, 2020 15:03 - 55 minutes - 51 MBSil Lai Abrams, a domestic violence awareness activist, and writer is featured in the stunning documentary On The Record. The film presents the powerful and haunting story featuring survivors accusing media mogul Russell Simmons of sexual assault. Sil Lai has an in-depth discussion about media representation and race, the Simmons case, her work with Truth In Reality, and her current pursuits in academia. **Trigger Warning for victims of Sexual Assault** Host: Angelica and Jamie Edited b...
192: Orlando Jones Returns!
June 22, 2020 15:39 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBIn this captivating episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, actor Orlando Jones returns to discuss his opinions on the state of our culture with the current protest uprisings and response to police brutality in this country against African Americans. He also will address the recent local controversy over UNCW professor Mike Adams and share insight about his latest character in the new Showtime series 'Good Lord Bird' airing in August. Host: Ryanne and Jamie Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
191: Getting Into America with Trymaine Lee
June 15, 2020 16:06 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIn this episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we speak with MSNBC's Pulitzer Prize and Emmy Award-winning journalist, Trymaine Lee, to speak on behalf of his highly acclaimed and powerful new podcast, "Into America". Trymaine has truly amplified the voices of African-Americans throughout the COVID-19 pandemic with his unique style of storytelling and the topics featured on the show – from covering Cancer Alley to a close-up look at the effects of the coronavirus behind bars to his one-o...
190: Building Our Legacy with Shaunte Mears-Watkins & Cassandra Lewis
June 08, 2020 15:56 - 17 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, Pine-Sol executives Shaunte Mears-Watkins and Cassandra Lewis discuss their latest efforts to help Black women entrepreneurs build and fund their businesses with a $200,000 grant being offered through the Build Your Legacy campaign. You can vote for who can win the grant and learn more here. In a time where women are seeking ways to become more independent in business and work for themselves, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Host:...
BGN #189 I Our Nation is Burning
June 01, 2020 15:39 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBIn this episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we reflect in the recent events of this past week that have stirred up around the tragic death of George Floyd. The nation is burning now, both literally and metaphorically and everyone is trying to push through the pain of state-sanctioned police violence that continues to take away our Black brothers and sisters. Hosted by: Jamie and Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus
BGN #188 I Recording Artist TeaMarrr
May 25, 2020 15:55 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBBGN sits down with recording artist TeaMarrr featured on season 4 of HBO's Insecure soundtrack. Shaking up pop, hip-hop, R&B, and more with a sharp sense of humor — and even sharper mic skills — TeaMarrr emerged in 2016 and quickly earned more than 4 million worldwide streams and high profile media attention spanning Flaunt and NPR to Ones To Watch and Consequence of Sound, to name but a few. The Boston-born and Los Angeles-based Haitian-American songstress truly broke through in 2018 with ...
BGN #187 I Actor Stephan James
May 18, 2020 11:35 - 22 minutes - 21 MBActor Stephan James reprises his role as Walter Cruz in season 2 of the critically acclaimed podcast-turned-TV series 'Homecoming'. In this season, James co-stars with Janelle Monáe. Walter who is trying to build a new life following the traumas of war and the Homecoming Initiative, begins to realize that there’s an even more insidious version of the program underway – if only he can remember. Hosts: Ryanne and Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
BGN #186 I Comic Book Superheroine: Monet St. Croix
May 11, 2020 18:47 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week's episode of the BGNPodcast, Ryanne brings to you another comic book superheroine highlighting Monet St. Croix. If you're new to this character or want to take a trip down memory lane to hear about your fave then tune into this geeky comic book episode! Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
BGN #185 I Let's Recap HBO's 'Insecure'!
May 04, 2020 23:08 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBIn this week's episode of the BGNPodcast, we recap episodes 1-3 of the hit HBO series 'Insecure' starring Issa Rae, Yvonne Orji, Jay Ellis, Natasha Rothwell and more! We're excited to breakdown (in our own style of course) each episode, and how season 4 is pacing out so far. Music by Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
BGN #184 I Author Yasmine Charles
April 27, 2020 20:43 - 24 minutes - 23.2 MBAuthor Yasmine Charles chats about her new book "Shut up and Look Cute Diary of a Homeless Soul". It is all about overcoming adversity: homelessness, abandonment, abuse, career change. In the wake of what is happening all around us, we need to hear and read an inspiring story like Yasmine's right now. Host: Ryanne and Jamie Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus
BGN #183 I A Discussion on The 'Rona
April 20, 2020 11:52 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBIn this week's episode of the BGNPodcast Jamie, Ryanne and Angelica get together and discuss the nation's current pandemic crisis and how each has dealt with it personally in their own lives. Music: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax
BGN #182 I Black Superheroines: Vixen and Bumblebee
April 13, 2020 15:27 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThis week's episode of the BGNPodcast, Ryanne brings to you the best of DC comics by highlighting its superheroines Vixen and Bumblebee. She also provides insight on the latest news in comic book film movie release dates and much more! Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax