Blassic (Podcast)
24 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWhat’s in My Bag? presents Blassic! A podcast where Lewis B. & K-Rob give unconventional reviews on classic urban films & television shows! We give facts that some may not know, hilarious scene breakdowns, and we even talk about the soundtracks that shaped those films/shows.
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Episodes
A Low Down Dirty Shame
June 12, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 68.4 MBThis time around, we’re reviewing 1992’s A Low Down Dirty Shame! Directed by and starring Keenen Ivory Wayans, also starring Jada Pinkett-Smith, Salli Richardson, Corwin Hawkins, and much more!!! Subscribe to @WIMBstudios on all social medias for more content!🎒
Boomerang
May 17, 2023 12:00 - 35 minutes - 82.3 MBBLASSIC IS BACK!!!! Sincerest apologies for the hiatus, but we're back to review one of the best romantic comedies of all time, 1992's BOOMERANG! Starring, Eddie Murphy, Robin Givens, Halle Berry, and many more!
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
November 25, 2022 13:00 - 42 minutes - 98.4 MBAfter a little hiatus, the fellas are back to review the highly anticipated & debated Black Panther: Wakanda Forever! They give credit to the production as a whole honoring the director and entire cast & crew for doing what was considered to be the "impossible." They definitely don't shy away from spoilers so beware that there are PLENTY OF THEM!
How High
August 23, 2022 12:15 - 34 minutes - 78.6 MBOn this episode, we dug up a comedy BLASSIC from 2001, How High! This movie stars rappers Method Man & Redman as two stoners, whom after smoking their dead homeboy, must navigate their way through Harvard. Let us know if there are any other BLASSICS you guys want to hear/see us review & we'll get it done! MAKE SURE YOU SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT!!! ONLY $5/month https://www.patreon.com/whatsinmybag
NOPE
August 01, 2022 21:50 - 34 minutes - 79 MBWe're starting to review new releases now on Blassic, and we wanted to start it off with Jordan Peele's latest release, NOPE. We breakdown the plot of the movie and give our thoughts. ***THERE WILL BE SPOILERS**
Higher Learning
July 01, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutes - 71.8 MBWe're reviewing another John Singleton Blassic, 1995's Higher Learning! This film chronicles the lives of several college freshmen navigating through tough obstacles at a renowned California university.
Barbershop (Trilogy)
May 11, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 80.8 MBOn this Installment of Blassic, we decided to review the Barbershop Trilogy! The films are based on the story of a local family barbershop inherited by Calvin Palmer Jr. (Ice Cube). The entire Barbershop series tells the tale of different challenges Calvin and his employees face running the barbershop.
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
April 01, 2022 11:31 - 35 minutes - 80.3 MBOn this episode, we review one of the 90s staple TV shows, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. We get into how the show was created, overall reception, the Aunt Viv switch, and even a glimpse into the Modern reimagining, Bel-Air.
The Proud Family
February 23, 2022 22:35 - 31 minutes - 72.8 MBOn this episode of Blassic, we’re starting to get into TV shows that we hold in high regard! This time around, we start with The Proud Family, an animated cartoon from Disney that changed the game!
Top 5 Movies of 2021 !
January 28, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 56 MBBlassic is back with another great episode! This time around, we wanted to highlight some of our top movies that released 2021!
The Wood
January 06, 2022 05:00 - 32 minutes - 73.6 MBBlassic is back for 2022, and we're coming in hot! This Episode, we're reviewing 1999's The Wood. Directed by Rick Famuyiwa & starring Omar Epps, Richard T. Jones, Taye Diggs, and more!
This Christmas
December 22, 2021 14:31 - 34 minutes - 78.6 MBJust in time for the holidays, Blassic is back with another movie review. This time around, we're reviewing 2007's This Christmas! Directed by Preston A. Whitmore II & starring Loretta Devine, Delroy Lindo, Idris Elba, Regina King, Sharon Leal, Columbus Short, Lauren London, Chris Brown, and more!
Idlewild *Lost Episode*
December 15, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 101 MBMonths ago, we recorded an episode reviewing 2006's Idlewild. This movie stars Outkasts Andre 3000 & Big Boi! Due to Copyright issues, YouTube would not let us upload our review for this film, we hope that the audio can make up for it! Enjoy.
Baby Boy
December 08, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 65.5 MBThis episode, we're reviewing a true Blassic, Baby Boy! Released in 2001 & directed by the late, John Singleton. Starring Tyrese Gibson, Taraji P. Henson, Snoop Dogg & more!
The Brothers
November 11, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 63 MBThis episode, we review 2001's The Brothers. Directed by Gary Hardwick & starring Morris Chestnut, D.L. Hughley, Bill Bellamy, and Shemar Moore. This film traces the hilarious journey of four African-American men as they deal with love, sex, friendship, honesty and commitment.
Scary Movie (1 & 2)
October 28, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 75.5 MBTo cap off SPOOKY SEASON, we decided to review Scary Movie (1&2)!!! You may not think of it as a BLASSIC, but anything the Wayans Bros touch will be a Blassic & that family will ALWAYS GET THEIR FLOWERS HERE! Follow @wimbstudios on all social media platforms for new content & updates!
Set It Off
October 14, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 92.9 MBOn this installment of Blassic, we review 1996's Set It Off! Jada Pinkett-Smith, Queen Latifah, Vivica A. Fox and Kimberly Elise star as four African American women living in a Los Angeles housing project who--pushed to the edge--resort to violence to escape poverty in this searing, intimate and action-packed look at real life on America's mean streets.
Brown Sugar
September 30, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 82.4 MBThis episode, Lewis B. & K-Rob review 2002’s Brown Sugar! CREDITS: TM & © Fox (2002) Courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation Cast: Mos Def, Taye Diggs, Sanaa Lathan, Queen Latifah Director: Rick Famuyiwa Producers: Trish Hofmann, Magic Johnson, Peter Heller Screenwriters: Rick Famuyiwa, Michael Elliot
Love Dont Cost A Thing
August 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBOn this episode of Blassic, we review 2003’s Love Don’t Cost A Thing; starring Nick Cannon, Christina Milian, Steve Harvey, Kenan Thompson & More! Continue to support What’s in my bag by checking out our website: https://linktr.ee/wimbstudios Purchase Merch Here: https://wimb-pod-store.myshopify.com
Episode 3: Boyz N The Hood
August 11, 2021 03:33 - 55 minutes - 126 MBThis episode, Lewis B. & K-Rob review 1991’s Boyz N The Hood! A movie that explores everyday life growing up in South Central Los Angeles. Continue to support What’s in my bag by checking out our website! https://linktr.ee/wimbstudios Purchase Merch Here https://wimb-pod-store.myshopify.com
Boyz N The Hood
August 11, 2021 03:33 - 55 minutes - 126 MBThis episode, Lewis B. & K-Rob review 1991’s Boyz N The Hood! A movie that explores everyday life growing up in South Central Los Angeles. Continue to support What’s in my bag by checking out our website! https://linktr.ee/wimbstudios Purchase Merch Here https://wimb-pod-store.myshopify.com
ATL
July 28, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 129 MBThis Week's Blassic is ATL! With Lewis B & Kevin both being from Atlanta, it was only right to review the movie that put our city on the map in Hollywood. Enjoy!
Love Jones
July 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 141 MBOn the first episode of Blassic, Lewis B. & K-Rob dive into Theodore Witcher's Love Jones. We give some insightful black facts about the film, review key scenes, as well as shae some of our favorite music from the soundtrack. We thank you for tuning in to our first episode & hope that you continue listening as it'll only get better from here!
Blassic (Podcast) Trailer
June 21, 2021 21:00 - 3 minutes - 9.04 MBBassic is a new Podcast hosted by Lewis B. & K-Rob that will focus on putting a spotlight on Black classics in film and television. First Episode coming in July, and our first 'Blassic' will be 1997's Love Jones.