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Second Time Around: Insecure Season 3
October 22, 2022 14:48 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBTea, Leona, and Mint are back with this episode of Second Time Around, discussing the third season of Insecure.
Second Time Around: Insecure Season 2
August 23, 2022 08:30 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBTea and Leona are back with this episode of Second Time Around, discussing season 2 of Insecure.
Whatchu Doin’? - Episode 6: Black Music Month - Albums
June 28, 2022 15:33 - 1 hour - 160 MBIn honor of Black Music Month, Tea, Leona, and Chele are discussing some of their favorite albums by Black artists.
Second Time Around: Insecure Season 1
April 17, 2022 18:30 - 1 hour - 81 MBLeona, Tea, and Mint to discuss the HBO series, Insecure, a show they just had to watch a Second Time Around! Tune in to hear about Tea’s first time around with this show, Mint and Leona’s thoughts on viewing this hit one more time, and hearing the first-timer thoughts of Tea with some added notes from the Mayor.
Whatchu Doin’? - Episode 6
January 28, 2022 03:11 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBWe’re chatting about entertainment picks that stood out for us. Spoiler Alert: There may be a few spoilers here and there. Leona/Bhibo Abbott Elementary (ABC/Hulu) Will (book by Will Smith) Grand Crew (NBC/Peacock) Kennedy Center Honor - 2021 (Paramount +) Tea Harlem (Prime TV) The Real World Homecoming – Reunion Season 2, OG L.A. (Paramount Plus) Chele Elder Scrolls Online (Xbox – PlayStation - Pc/Steam/Stadia) General Hospital (ABC/Hulu) Kat Belle (GKids – ...
Where's the Remote?: Christmas and Holiday TV Episodes
December 25, 2021 19:06 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBThe gang at Fandom City chat about some of their favorite Christmas and Holiday Special TV episodes. Were holiday extravaganzas or regular episodes with a pine tree in the background. Chele Sanford and Son - S5 E12: Ebeneezer Sanford Seinfeld - S9 E10: The Strike Leona/Bhibo The Boondocks - S1 E8: A Huey Freeman Christmas Brooklyn Nine-Nine – S2 E10: The Pontiac Bandit Returns Tea Brooklyn Nine-Nine- S3E10: Yippie Kayak Leverage: Redemption- S1E9: The Bucket Job Kat ...
Whatchu Doin’? - Episode 5: Confession Songs
December 25, 2021 18:21 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBWhether it’s about what you’re watching, listening to or even playing, there comes a time where we gather to ask about what we’re doing. In this episode of Whatcha Doin’? Tea, Leona, Chele, Mint, and Kat talk about confession songs. We’ve chosen at least five songs that range from acknowledging simple crushes to confessions of new or finally realized love to confessions of forbidden love to loving without limit and owning it. Chele Lover and Friend – Minnie Riperton Is This Love – C...
Whatchu Doin’? - Episode 4
December 01, 2021 08:09 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBWe’re chatting about entertainment picks that stood out for us. Spoiler Alert: There may be a few spoilers here and there. Leona Insecure (HBO/HBO Max) Queen Sugar (OWN) Tea New Amsterdam - Season 4 Silk Sonic Chele Sananda Maitreya Foundation Bonus Recommendation - Haru’s Curse Kat Words bubble up like soda pop Mint Attack on Titan - Anime and Manga Jo-Jo’s Bizarre Adventure - Anime You
Whatchu Doin’? - Episode 3
November 13, 2021 03:08 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBWe’re chatting about entertainment picks that stood out for us. Spoiler Alert: There may be a few spoilers here and there. Leona/Bhibo Reservation Dogs Swagger Tea The Wonder Years DC’s Legends of Tomorrow Chele Eternals After the Rain (Anime) Kat Kid Cosmic
Where's the Remote?: Halloween Spooktacular Episodes
October 30, 2021 04:39 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBThe gang at Fandom City chat about some of their favorite Halloween/Halloween adjacent TV episodes. Were they Spooktacular or just another episode with a pumpkin theme? Mint's Picks Community - Epidemiology S2 E6 Modern Family - Halloween S2 E6 Chele’s Picks The Flintstones - A Haunted House is Not a Home - S5 E17 The Jeffersons - Now You See It, Now You Don't: Parts 1 and 2 - S6 E4 and S6 E5 Tea’s Picks Buffy the Vampire Slayer- Halloween- S2E6 DC’s Legends of Tomorrow- Phone Home-...
Whatchu Doin’? - Episode 2: Break-Up Songs (It's Over)
October 19, 2021 02:00 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBWhether it’s about what you’re watching, listening to, or even playing, there comes a time where we gather to ask about what we’re doing. Ever heard a song that signified the end of a relationship but was firm about not getting back together, for any reason? In this episode of Whatcha Doin’? Tea, Leona, Chele, Mint, and Kat picked at least 5 songs they believed fit this concept and discussed what they enjoyed about them. From classic hits that drew a firm line in the sand, to a nice bag of...
Press Rewind: The Color Purple
October 10, 2021 11:00 - 2 hours - 143 MBMiss Celie’s been on our mind. So, we got together to discuss the critically acclaimed, classic The Color Purple. Join us as we chat about Celie Johnson’s epic life’s journey as a Black woman in America’s south during the early 20th century.
Whatchu Doin’? - Pilot Episode
October 07, 2021 09:08 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBIn the pilot episode of “Whatchu Doin’?” Tea, Leona, Kat, and Chele discuss what they’re watching, playing, and reading. Leona shares some of her favorite moments of the 74th Tony Awards and the 11th episode of Ted Lasso. Tea highlights some moments from episode 7 of Only Murders in the Building and What If…, that left her feeling shaken. Chele shares why she got pulled into the indie video game Boyfriend Dungeon. Kat is on the case and shares her love for the manga Case Closed. Spo...
Press Rewind: Cooley High
September 12, 2021 06:51 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBIt’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday…but it sure is fun to take a joyride down memory lane! Join your friends at Fandom City for a hilarious retrospective conversation about the 70s Black cinema classic, Cooley High!
Press Rewind: When Harry Met Sally
September 12, 2021 06:41 - 1 hour - 92.4 MBThe gang discusses the essential Norah Ephron classic "When Harry Met Sally." You'll definitely want to have what they're having.
Press Rewind: From the Hip
August 25, 2021 06:37 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBSlick talking Robin Weathers can't wait to practice law, so he tricks the partners at his law firm to get him into the courtroom. His trick backfires when they punish him by making him defend a man they think is guilty of murder. Can his theatrics keep his client out of prison and him in a job? Join your friends at Fandom City as we discuss From the Hip.
Press Rewind: I Like It Like That
August 11, 2021 17:31 - 2 hours - 124 MBWe're talking about I Like It Like That; a romantic comedy following Lisette Linares, who has to find herself and her independence when her husband, Chino, gets arrested. We discuss the ups and downs of Lisette and Chino's relationship, the feelings the movie gave us, why Alexis was the best character, and even a bit about Chino's handsome face. Tune in to hear our thoughts about I Like It Like That as we press rewind.
Press Rewind: 9 to 5
March 28, 2021 01:02 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBWorking 9 to 5, what a way to make a living~ Barely getting by, it's all taking and no giving~ In this episode of Press Rewind, we’re looking back on the classic: 9 to 5. From the humorous hijinks to the real struggle of the working woman, we discuss quite a bit. Our experiences, favorite parts, and the laughs this movie gave us. Check out the conversation! If you enjoyed this episode, consider leaving a like/review and subscribing!
Fandom City Cinema: Spirited Away
March 18, 2021 22:45 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBOn this episode of Fandom City Cinema, Kat & Mint are discussing Spirited Away for Women's History Month. Young Chihiro gets lost in a land for spirits and must work her hardest to save her parents from the witch of the local bathhouse, Yubaba. Check out the conversation to hear Kat & Mint discuss their favorite characters, what they liked about the story and the ways the movie pushes Chihiro to grow.
Fandom City Cinema: Over the Moon
March 08, 2021 16:14 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBIn celebration of International Women’s Day and Women's History Month, we’re chatting about Over the Moon; an animated musical that honors women in the most delightful way. From the love a daughter has for her mother, to the respect a young girl has for her role model. Squeezed in between is a hopeful stepmother trying to earn a place in the heart of her future stepdaughter. Join us as we discuss this beautiful journey of a young girl and her idol as they help one another cope with grief.
Press Rewind: The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings
February 27, 2021 22:59 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBBaseball, Black joy, and laughs for days. Put together legends Billy Dee Williams and James Earl Jones and you get a masterpiece. In celebration of Black History Month, we’re chatting about the classic hit that paid homage to Negro League Baseball; The Bingo Long Traveling All-Stars & Motor Kings.
Under the Cherry Tree: your name.
February 27, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBKat, Chele, and Mint get together to chat about Makoto Shinkai’s masterpiece Your Name. A romantic tale on the classic soulmate story with a starry twist. Come join us as we talk about our favorite scenes of the movie and our general opinion of the movie overall.
Fandom City Cinema: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom
February 26, 2021 22:54 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB“You done seen the rest, now I’m gonna show you the best!” Join your friends at Fandom City for a chat about the critically-acclaimed film, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom! This historical drama based on August Wilson’s play is an instant classic featuring absolutely brilliant performances and teaching important lessons in Black History that we continue to learn today.
Where’s The Remote?: This Is Us - S5 E1 and E2
February 14, 2021 18:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBThis Is Us S5 E1 and E2 – Forty Kat and Chele chat about the two-part season opener. Season Five starts off with the fortieth birthday of the Big Three. Randall and Kevin haven’t reconciled after their blow-up at the end of the fourth season. Kate and Kevin celebrate their birthdays at the cabin with the family minus Randall, Beth, and their kids. The Pearson deal with various issues and crises, including Rebecca having a scare that leaves her lost. We learn more about Randall’s biologica...
Fandom City Cinema: Something New
February 14, 2021 17:00 - 2 hours - 112 MBHappy Valentine’s Day! This year, we honor love & romance with the 2006 romcom, Something New. Join your friends at Fandom City as we discuss the groundbreaking film that dared to place a Black woman at the center of the romantic action. It’s a funny, thought-provoking discussion about the pressures Black women feel as we achieve success and look for love. Maybe the secret has always been to “let go and let flow!”
Where’s The Remote?: This Is Us - S4 E8 - E18
February 14, 2021 16:43 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBThis Is Us S4 E8 – E18 - Recap After falling behind on a few of our favorite TV shows, we’re finally catching up. Kat and Chele recap and chat about some of the interesting moments of This Is Us – Season Four, Episodes 8 through 18. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the New Year.
Fandom City Cinema: One Night in Miami
January 17, 2021 07:17 - 1 hour - 83 MBWhen Malcolm X, Cassius Clay, Jim Brown, and Sam Cooke get together one fateful night in Miami, tensions and emotions flare, testing the bonds of their friendship. The Mayor, Alderman, and Sheriff get together to discuss the film directorial debut of the queen, Regina King: "One Night in Miami".
Press Rewind: Die Hard
January 03, 2021 00:31 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBIt's Christmastime at Nakatomi Plaza, complete with money-hungry terrorists and a bloodthirsty NYC cop. You can't say "Happy Holidays" without Die Hard! Join the crew at Fandom City as we talk non-traditional Christmas movies and the Impossible White Man trope.
Fandom City Cinema: Jingle Jangle
December 26, 2020 04:14 - 1 hour - 71 MBYour friends at Fandom City are celebrating the coming holiday with Netflix’s recent Christmas special: Jingle Jangle. We discuss how much we enjoyed the movie, our favorite parts, and what surprised us. We also dive into some complaints we’ve seen around about the movie and even argue about what exactly makes a Christmas movie. Come listen in on our discussion and we hope you have a great holiday and rest of the year!
Fandom City Cinema: Kiss Kiss Bang Bang
December 24, 2020 12:05 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBKiss Kiss Bang Bang is a Christmas crime story with laughs, love, and plenty of hijinks. The Fandom City crew discusses their favorite scenes, takes on the story, and generally what they enjoyed about it. Give us a listen and join the conversation.
Fandom City Cinema: Happiest Season
December 24, 2020 10:21 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBNothing says "Happy Holidays" like family tension and sibling rivalry. Throw in a dash of homophobia and you have the Hulu original movie, "Happiest Season". Join the Fandom City crew as we dissect this new Christmas movie.
Press Rewind: Sparkle
December 22, 2020 05:10 - 2 hours - 119 MBIn the 1970s, a few movies featuring black families did a good job of tackling the dynamics of family love, romantic love, social issues, the desire for fame and fortune, and the struggle of being black in a society that has spent centuries trying to leave us behind. One of our favorite movies, Sparkle, is a great example of one of those movies. Join the crew of Fandom City as we discuss this cult classic and the fantastic music that wasn't used for the soundtrack album.
Press Rewind: Clueless
December 01, 2020 20:03 - 1 hour - 89.8 MB“Whatever!” “As if!” 25 years after its release, we are discussing the 90s teen classic, Clueless. After all this time, how do we see Cher, Dionne, Tai, and the rest of those Beverly Hills kids just living their best Noxzema commercial lives? Join us as Leona, Tea, Chele, Kat & Mint press rewind and see how they feel today about this comedy favorite.
Press Rewind: The Wiz
November 25, 2020 00:34 - 2 hours - 125 MBPress Rewind is back with Chele, Tea, Leona, and Kat’s discussion of classic musical adaptation The Wiz. Ease on down the road with the gang as they discuss their memories with this movie, their favorite songs, and their not so favorite scenes.
Where's the Remote? - Promo
November 18, 2020 04:30 - 44 seconds - 684 KBWhere's the Remote? - Promo
Fandom City Cinema - Bad Hair
November 09, 2020 15:31 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBKat and Mint comb through "Bad Hair" in this Fandom City Cinema discussion. Though Kat and Mint found this movie to be quite the hairy situation, they tried not to split too many ends. Tune in to hear about what they found funny, what they thought was strange, and their overall feel for the movie's story. I'm sorry for all of the puns.
Town Hall Meeting – We’re Back!
November 02, 2020 12:04 - 1 hour - 93 MBOh my! That hiatus was way longer than expected. After an interesting and chaotic… long, long time..., Fandom City Podcasts are back. We’re kicking things off with a Town Hall Meeting to discuss 2020. Normally we’d chat about movies, TV shows, and entertainment, and we will get back to that. However, 2020 has been one hell of a year. It only makes sense to talk about it and talk it out. Join the discussion as Tea, Leona, Kat, and Chele get together to talk about some of the events of 2020.
Where’s The Remote?: This Is Us - S4 E6 and E7
November 10, 2019 05:58 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBSeason 4 Episode 6 – The Club Season 4 Episode 7 - The Dinner and the Date We’re chatting about the sixth and seventh episodes of This Is Us. Episode 6 - In the past (the 70s) Jack goes golfing with Rebecca’s father and hates it. In the 90s Jack teaches Randall how to play golf and learns a few lessons of his own. In the present Randall plays the game with other city councilmen, Kate and Toby’s physical relationship is lacking, and Kevin and Cassidy’s relationship takes an expected unexpec...
Where's the Remote?: This Is Us S4 E3-4-5
October 30, 2019 00:47 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBSeason 4 Episode 3 - Unhinged Season 4 Episode 4 - Flip a Coin Season 4 Episode 5 - Storybook Love Kat and Chele are back after some technical difficulties. They give a quick recap on episodes 3 and 4 of the fourth season of This Is Us, and give their opinions on what they thought of the 5th episode. Discussions over Kevin and Cassidy, the snap-fest that was happening in Randall’s home, and a few theories on what happened with Kate’s old boyfriend.
Where's the Remote?: This Is Us S4 E2
October 07, 2019 02:36 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBSeason 4 Episode 2: Still There In the past, Jack and Rebecca want to have to end of summer quality time with the kids. Things don’t work out as they hoped. In the present, the struggle is real. Kevin is struggling to find his purpose outside of work. Kate is in denial about the struggle with baby’s Jack’s blindness. Randall is struggling with raising angsty teenagers in a new city.
Where's the Remote?: This Is Us S4 E1
September 30, 2019 05:30 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MBSeason 4 Episode 1: Strangers In the season four opener, we’re introduced to some new characters. In the past, Jack and Rebecca return from California. Rebecca invites Jack to dinner with her parents. While trying to by an outfit for dinner, Jack meets his future best friend, Miguel. At dinner, Rebecca’s parents suck, as expected, and after dinner, Rebecca’s father tells Jack he will fight to keep them apart. As we all know, Jack wins this battle. In the present, Cassidy, who is a Marine...
Under the Cherry Tree: Princess Tutu
September 30, 2019 03:04 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBKat and Chele are back and talking about another magical girl favorite, Princess Tutu. Princess Tutu Is about a duck who turns into the magical Princess Tutu, whose job is to collect the scattered heart shards of the prince from a magical story come to life. Take a listen as our hosts discuss what got them into the series, their favorite parts, and what they thought of the swan lake themed ending.
Where's the Remote?: Into the Badlands S3 E16
May 11, 2019 04:32 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBSeason 3 Episode 16: Seven Strike as One In the series finale, Sunny and his companions have their final battle with Pilgrim. Cressida’s prediction for Minerva almost comes true. Minerva has a hidden power we didn’t know about. Cressida escapes from Pilgrim’s clutches and Nathaniel’s vengeance. Pilgrim and MK final meet their ends. Sunny’s gift is restore a bit too late. But, was it? We’re left on a cliff hanger – the Master has told Sunny needs to train before returning to the Badlands to...
Where's the Remote?: Into the Badlands S3 E15
May 05, 2019 20:24 - 27 minutes - 37.2 MBSeason 3 Episode 15: Requiem for the Fallen We’re chatting about the latest episode of Into the Badlands. Kannin tells Pilgrim the dark powers and Azra were about genocide and Pilgrim is okay with it. Minerva has confirmed she’s pregnant. She’s having second thoughts about this war with Pilgrim or staying in the Badlands. Nathaniel plans to leave the Badlands after killing Cressida. MK has turned to opium to help him cope with his burns. Sunny and Bajie seek help from the Black Lotus to de...
Where's the Remote?: Into the Badlands S3 E14
April 28, 2019 22:58 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBSeason 3 Episode 14: Curse of the Red Rain Cressida is taken prisoner by Minerva. When things don’t go her way, she conjures up some blood rain and eventually kills Lydia. Minerva learns she may be pregnant and becomes distant with Gaius. Pilgrim and MK decide to go to war with Minerva and learn the importance of planning before running headlong into battle. After a long walk in the middle of nowhere and several warning from Bajie, Sunny learns Kannin is not 100% trustworthy.
Where's the Remote?: This Is Us S3 E18
April 18, 2019 17:24 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBSeason 3 Episode 18: Her The season the finale of This Is Us In the past, Rebecca is hospitalized due to a car accident. Jack and the kids struggle the one night without her. In the present, Kate continues to mentally compete with her mother, even though Rebecca is trying to do what’s best for baby Jack. Kevin is hopeful that Zoe will change her mind about having children; in the end they break up. Randall and Beth struggle in the aftermath of their big fight, however they find a way to w...
Where's the Remote?: Into the Badlands S3 E12 and E13
April 18, 2019 16:24 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBSeason 3 Episode 12: Cobra Fang, Panther Claw Season 3 Episode 13: Black Lotus, White Rose Over the last two episodes, Sunny learns his sister is alive and working with the Black Lotus. Magnus thinks he’s killed Ankara and Bajie. However, Ankara awakens long enough to revive Bajie before dying for real. Minerva saves Gaius and Tilda from Baron Chau, before killing her – keeping her head as proof for loyal Chau clippers. The Master allows Pilgrim to overwhelm her, waiting for the right mome...
Where's the Remote?: Into the Badlands S3 E11
April 04, 2019 03:38 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MBSeason 3 Episode 11: The Boar and the Butterfly In this week's recap of into the Badlands, Rachele and Kat discuss some of the most memorable moments of the episode. Team Nix/Sunny feels like the new dream team, and The Master has so much power she's been hiding. Also, Bajie, and Minerva have been giving us fun dynamics, and we can't forget that our favorite characters haven't forgotten about the justice Veil deserves, she will be missed.
Where's the Remote?: This Is Us S3 E17
April 02, 2019 05:20 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBSeason 3 Episode 17 – R & B We’re chatting about the 17th episode of This Is Us. Randall and Beth have their big argument. In this episode we see how it all began and the ups and downs throughout their 20+ year relationship. The flaws and imperfections of the couple are laid out. In the end, we’re left wondering if they’ll be able to work things out.