Mixed Reviews with Allison & Aubrey
58 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsJoin these two Black mixed race sisters as they go on a journey through Black cinema. In this weekly podcast, Allison and Aubrey review a Black film that they definitely should have already seen. Enjoy as these women watch these throwbacks and cultural staples for the first time. Whether you want to enjoy the nostalgia or you also need to brush up on the culture: this podcast is for you.
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Roots Part 3 (Ep. 5 & 6)
June 11, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBWelcome to the Season 2 Finale. We wrap up this season with the ending of our 3-part series on, Roots (1977). The final two episodes shows viewers the complexities that came with emancipation after the Civil War and the dangers of white rage. How will the descendents of Kunta Kinte fair with the dangers of freedom? We find out together in this final episode.
Mixed Rewind: Hagrid
June 04, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBThis week, before our season finale, we are dipping into the archives one last time this season. In this episode we examined the confusing politics and mixedness of everyone's favorite half-giant, Rubeus Hagrid. This episode is from a series in which we examined "mixed" characters and tropes in media. Enjoy this rewind and a little break from our Roots review.
Roots Part 2 (Ep. 3 & 4)
May 28, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBIn Part Two of our 3-part, Season 2 Finale, we continue to tackle the 1977 mini-series, "Roots". In episode 3 and 4 we meet our hero, Kunta Kinte, as an older man as he navigates building relationships and having a family within the power structures of slavery. Join us as we draw connections between slave catchers and modern policing, family separation during slavery and today, and the importance of knowing your past so as to be able to dream about a more expansive future. mixedreviewspodc...
Roots Part 1 (Ep. 1 & 2)
May 21, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBWelcome to Part 1 of our 3-part season finale! In this special we will be covering the 1977 mini-series "Roots". This show was a cultural moment nearly 50 years ago. Based off the book written by Alex Haley (The Autobiography of Malcolm X) this show traced his own roots and follows the story of the young West African man, Kunta Kinte who was stolen and sold into the Transatlantic Slave Trade. In Part 1, we cover the first two episodes where we meet Kunta Kinte in his home land and follow his...
Eve's Bayou
May 14, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MBFor our eleventh episode of the season, we watched Kasi Lemmons' 1997 independent film, "Eve's Bayou". This film starring Samuel L. Jackson, Jurnee Smollet, Lynn Whitfield, and Diahann Carroll is a complex narrative about that examines difficult topics such as memory, complicated family dynamics, and Black spirituality. Written and directed by Lemmons, the story is set in the romantic and mysterious bayous of Louisiana during the mid-20th century. Join us as we review this week's film.
Mixed Rewind: Killmonger
May 07, 2021 17:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBIn this special throwback episode we are going back in the archive and recovering an episode from our first podcast, Gray Spaces. In this episode we were experimenting with a different series where we examined how "mixed" people were discussed in film. We look at Killmonger as mixed by being half Wakandan and half American. Did he fulfill any mixed tropes? Was Killmonger right? We tackle all of that in this throwback episode. [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod In...
Set It Off
April 30, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBIn the ninth episode of our second season we watch F. Gary Gray's 1996 bank robbing, action film, "Set It Off". This film has an all-star cast with Jada Pinkett Smith, Queen Latifah, Vivica A. Fox, Kimberly Elise, and Blair Underwood. This film focuses on four best friends who have all been hurt by the system and decide to rob a bank to change their situations. This film tackles issues of race, capitalism, gender, and relationships. Join us as we review this genre-bending film. mixedreview...
The Color Purple
April 23, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBIn our 8th episode this season, we watch Steven Spielberg's interpretation of Alice Walker's novel, "The Color Purple" (1985). In this episode we discuss violence against Black women, the historical context around this film and the time period in which it takes place, and the lens of white directors in Black cinema. Join us as we ask the question, "Can white directors make Black movies?" [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Oscars Review Special
April 16, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBWelcome to our First Annual Mixed Reviews Oscars Bonanza...or something. In our seventh episode of our second season, we review all of the Black films nominated for the 93rd Annual Academy Awards Ceremony. We discuss "Judas and the Black Messiah", "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom", "Da 5 Bloods", "Soul", "The United States vs Billie Holiday", and "One Night in Miami..." Join us as we review and give our predictions for what will happen on April 25th. Whether we loved the film or not, we still rooti...
Daddy's Little Girls
March 19, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBIn our sixth episode of the second season we finally take on the producer giant, Tyler Perry in his film, "Daddy's Little Girls" (2007). This film focuses on single dad attempting to regain custody of his children. Join us as we disentangle the tropes and ideologies buried within this script. [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Training Day
March 12, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBIn our fifth episode of the second season, we review a film that we've been planning since the beginning of the show, "Training Day" (2001). This film, which won Denzel Washington his oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role at the Academy Awards, follows the journey of a rookie cop (Ethan Hawke) and his Training Officer (Washington) on his first day on the job. Join us as we break down this early 2000's hit and try to breakdown what exactly about this movie people liked so much. We apologize...
Soul Plane
March 05, 2021 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBIn our fourth episode, we watch the early 2000's comedy "Soul Plane". This film, starring a young Kevin Heart, focuses on a Black airline's maiden voyage where hijinks ensue. Join us as we watch this film for the first time and give our thoughts on this highly recommended film. [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Malcolm X
February 26, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBIn our third episode of the season, in time to catch the end of Black History Month, we tackle Spike Lee's epic biopic, "Malcolm X" (1992). This film based of Alex Haley's "The Autobiography of Malcolm X", takes a sweeping look at the entirety of this giant's life. Through his life events, Lee takes us on a journey through the political theory and philosophy of Malcolm X. This is a must see, y'all and a first for us! Join us in this week's episode! [email protected] Twitter...
Ep 3 | Malcolm X
February 26, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBIn our third episode of the season, in time to catch the end of Black History Month, we tackle Spike Lee's epic biopic, "Malcolm X" (1992). This film based of Alex Haley's "The Autobiography of Malcolm X", takes a sweeping look at the entirety of this giant's life. Through his life events, Lee takes us on a journey through the political theory and philosophy of Malcolm X. This is a must see, y'all and a first for us! Join us in this week's episode! [email protected] Twitter...
Malcolm X
February 26, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBIn our third episode of the season, in time to catch the end of Black History Month, we tackle Spike Lee's epic biopic, "Malcolm X" (1992). This film based of Alex Haley's "The Autobiography of Malcolm X", takes a sweeping look at the entirety of this giant's life. Through his life events, Lee takes us on a journey through the political theory and philosophy of Malcolm X. This is a must see, y'all and a first for us! Join us in this week's episode! [email protected] Twitter...
Judas and the Black Messiah
February 19, 2021 23:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBIn our second episode of the second season we review the newly released biopic, "Judas and the Black Messiah". In this minisode we give our initial thoughts about this highly anticipated film. Together we get into the weeds about this film that focuses on the FBI conspiracy to kill Black Panther political leader, Fred Hampton. Why was this story chosen? How were women treated in this film? Is this a fair representation of the BBP and should we expect more of these films in the future? We get...
Judas and the Black Messiah
February 19, 2021 23:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBIn our second episode of the second season we review the newly released biopic, "Judas and the Black Messiah". In this minisode we give our initial thoughts about this highly anticipated film. Together we get into the weeds about this film that focuses on the FBI conspiracy to kill Black Panther political leader, Fred Hampton. Why was this story chosen? How were women treated in this film? Is this a fair representation of the BBP and should we expect more of these films in the future? We get...
Ep 2 | Judas and the Black Messiah
February 19, 2021 23:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBIn our second episode of the second season we review the newly released biopic, "Judas and the Black Messiah". In this minisode we give our initial thoughts about this highly anticipated film. Together we get into the weeds about this film that focuses on the FBI conspiracy to kill Black Panther political leader, Fred Hampton. Why was this story chosen? How were women treated in this film? Is this a fair representation of the BBP and should we expect more of these films in the future? We get...
The Wood
February 12, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBIn the premiere episode of Season 2, Allison and Aubrey are joined by the 3 Masters podcast! In this episode the three masters chose the film "The Wood" (1999) for the girls to watch and discuss. This film follows the story of a group of three friends on the day that one of them is supposed to be getting married. The other two friends attempt to reassure him about marriage as they reminisce on their friendship and their time growing up in Englewood. Join us as we tackle Black boyhood, frien...
The Preacher's Wife
December 18, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBIn our 12th and LAST episode of the season, we review one of the greatest Christmas films, "The Preacher's Wife" (1996). Based off the 1947 film, "The Bishop's Wife", this star studded cast is able to seamlessly blend Christmas miracles with the lived reality of Black life. Join us as we watch Denzel Washington, Whitney Houston, and Courtney B Vance discover the meaning of faith, love and hope while struggling with the consequences of gentrification. Join us in our season finale for some ho...
Coming to America
December 11, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBIn our eleventh episode we visit another Eddie Murphy classic, his 1988 hit film, "Coming to America." In this episode we tackle some big questions about colorism, fatphobia, the complex relationship between Africans and African Americans, hair relaxer, the problem with white directors in Black cinema, and so much more. This wildly successful film had so much to break down so join us on this week's episode. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram -...
Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey | Minisode
December 04, 2020 19:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBIn our second minisode, we are reviewing the new Christmas musical from Netflix, "Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey". In our minisodes we take a break from the classics and take time to watch the newest films from today's Black filmmakers. Listen in to find out if this is film by David E. Talbert is one that you and your family should watch this holiday season or if this is one to skip. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Soul Food
November 27, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBIn our ninth episode, we review George Tillman Jr's 1997 film, "Soul Food". This film centers around the ups and downs of one family and the power of food and the family dinner to table to bring people together...or that was the film he tried to make. Join us as we break down the unfortunate reality of this movie's messaging. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Waiting to Exhale
November 20, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBIn our eighth episode we watching this 1995 classic directed by Forest Whitaker, "Waiting to Exhale". In this film we see some of Hollywood's greatest female actresses come together to portray Terry McMillan's hit novel. Tune in as we watch every relatable moment for the very first time. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Love & Basketball
November 13, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIn our 7th episode we watch the world-renowned, 2000 romance, "Love and Basketball". The first film for writer and director Gina Prince-Bythewood has been beloved for twenty years and it's our first time watching it! Join us sisters as we dive into this High school romance with a basketball backdrop and we'll breakdown some of this amazing writing, and gush over this woman-centered story. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Boomerang
November 06, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn our 6th episode, we take on our first film but the comedy king, Eddie Murphy. Join us as we watch his 1992 film, "Boomerang". This movie attempts to turn the tables on gender roles and we are here for it. Did this film age well or is it a relic of the 90s that should stay there? Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Candyman
October 30, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 54.3 MBIn our fifth episode of the season, Allison and Aubrey get in the Halloween spirit with this classic film, "Candyman" (1992). Get in the spooky mood as we attempt to break down exactly what this film is trying to say, the dangers of white womanhood, and how to avoid being Candyman's victim. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod
Antebellum | Minisode
October 23, 2020 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBIn their first minisode, Allison and Aubrey watch the recently released "horror" film, "Antebellum". In this quick, 30 minute show, the first portion of the show is a spoiler free segment about our general thoughts on the film, while the second part quickly gets into the knitty gritty of what we liked and what failed. Join us as we dive into this controversial film. TW: sexual violence, violence, slavery, oppression Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod I...
Antebellum | Minisode
October 23, 2020 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBIn their first minisode, Allison and Aubrey watch the recently released "horror" film, "Antebellum". In this quick, 30 minute show, the first portion of the show is a spoiler free segment about our general thoughts on the film, while the second part quickly gets into the knitty gritty of what we liked and what failed. Join us as we dive into this controversial film. TW: sexual violence, violence, slavery, oppression Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod I...
Do The Right Thing
October 16, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBIn our third episode of the season Allison and Aubrey watch probably the most iconic Spike Lee film, "Do the Right Thing" (1989). This film is a classic in every sense of the word. Join us as we discuss why this film is one for the history books and why this film is, unfortunately, so timeless and so relevant to today. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod Bibliography https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T78DwdFUq0c https://www...
Boyz N the Hood
October 09, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIn our second episode of the season Allison and Aubrey watch and jump into discussion with the film that started it all, "Boyz N the Hood" (1991). Written and directed by the John Singleton, this film is credited with starting the "Hood Film" genre that permeated the 90s and early 2000s. Join us as we watch this film for the first time! Why was this movie so groundbreaking? Why are so many of the issues they tackle in this film so relevant today? We discuss all of this and more on this week'...
Friday
October 02, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBIn our pilot episode of Mixed Reviews with Allison and Aubrey, we start with the iconic comedy, "Friday" (1995). Join us as we break down this film from the point of view of people who have watched this movie for the first time. Today we bring fun facts, some historical context, and some personal analysis as to why this movie is so special and has stood the test of time. Contact: [email protected] Twitter - @mixedreview_pod Instagram - @mixedreview_pod Bibliography: h...
TRAILER | Welcome to Mixed Reviews!
September 03, 2020 23:00 - 2 minutes - 1.7 MBWelcome to Mixed Reviews with Allison and Aubrey. We are two Black mixed race sisters who love movies but desperately need to catch up on Black cinema. Once a week we will be watching an iconic Black film that we should have seen but because we grew up in white communities, we didn't. This movie review podcast will include critical analysis, fun facts, Black history, and maybe some interviews! Come join us as we learn more about the culture and we'll see you at the movies! Follow us on soci...
EP23 | Redesigning Your Dreams ft. Colah B Tawkin
April 10, 2020 16:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this very special episode, we host Gray Space's first guest, Colah B Tawkin from her podcast, Black in the Garden. An avid gardener and podcaster, in this week's episode we all discuss career choices, how to define success, and exactly how to redesign your dreams in a way that works for you. How do you know when to hop off one path and get on another? How can we learn to be content with a "Plan B"? When is it time to hustle compared to when it's time to be still? We talk about all this an...
EP22 | Mixed Media #2: Killmonger
April 03, 2020 19:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBIn this month's "Mixed Media" segment, we tackle how Killmonger is framed as "mixed" within the world of "Black Panther". Throughout this episode we break down how Killmonger deals with his duality as both African American and Wakandan/African. What ideologies does Killmonger represent and what is the larger take-away about the relationship between those within the African diaspora? We discuss all this and more in our twenty-second episode. Thank you for listening and remember to stay brave ...
EP21 | Tell Me How You Want It! Are All Women Sex Therapists?
March 27, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIn our 21st episode we discuss how to have open conversations about sexual desires with a partner. How can we foster and encourage our partners to be honest about their wants and needs? How can dishonesty, fear of rejection, or insecurity not only hurt your own sex life but the sex life of your partner? We delve into why it feels as though the responsibility of having these difficult conversations about sex seem to fall on women and whether we missed a class we were supposed to take on being...
EP20 | Social Media and the "Reality" of the Matrix
March 20, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBJoin us this week for our 20th episode where we discuss what exactly is reality and does it matter if we want to live in it or not? Today we tackle the internet, anxieties about social media, and the dangers of an unawareness of an increasingly manufactured and digital world. What happens to our society when its inhabitants can no longer determine was is real and what is not? Is there objective truth? Who is benefitting from our delusion? What do we do if we are incapable of unplugging? Join...
EP19 | Is the Natural Hair Movement Cancelled?
March 13, 2020 14:00 - 2 hours - 83.6 MBIn our 19th episode we discuss the always relevant and, for some reason, controversial topic of hair. Is having natural hair a political statement? Should we identify as part of a movement? What is the natural hair movement? Is it a true movement or is it just another boss-babe marketing tactic used to encourage us to buy expensive hair products? Join us as we discuss the "movement", our own hair journeys, and answer some of YOUR questions on this week's episode. Thank you for listening and ...
EP18 | Mixed Media #1: Hagrid
March 06, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBIn our 18th episode we are rolling out a new and recurring segment, "Mixed Media", in which we break down and examine a character either from literature, TV, or cinema who is presented as "mixed". We aim to interrogate the stereotypes and tropes that follow these characters so as to better examine the racist and often confusing attitudes towards mixed raced people. Our first character is Hagrid from J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter Universe. This beloved character, who arch includes his struggle ...
EP17 | We're Not Really Strangers ft. @thatsangelbaby
February 28, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBIn this relaxed episode we are visited by our youngest sister, Angel and we play a game called "We're Not Really Strangers". Through this game we discuss our fears, perceptions of one another, and take a critical eye to our own relationships as sisters. Join us as we play a game, have a fun episode, and hopefully learn a little more about one another. Thank you and stay brave in the gray! Featuring: Angel Lewis (@thatsangelbaby) We're Not Really Strangers Game
EP16 | Is Capitalism Ruining Art? Tackling the "Disney Remake"
February 21, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBIn this week's episode we discuss Disney's recent remakes of their classic animated movies. By examining these movies we hope to discuss what happens when art is no longer as valued as making money. Why has Disney decided to take this route? Will there be long term consequences? How do these remakes hurt people of color as they attempt to take outdated and racist stories and refurbish them into "woke" live action films? Can these stories be successfully updated or should they be left in the ...
EP15 | Can You Still Build Intimacy While Maintaining Your Privacy?
February 14, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBIn our Valentine's Day episode we consider how to maintain your right to privacy whilst building intimacy in a relationship. We don't have trust issues! How do we set up boundaries? What boundaries are fair? How do we give our partner privacy yet protect ourselves? We discuss all this and more on our latest episode. Thank you for listening and stay brave in the gray. Jubilee: Strict vs Free Range Parent Artist of the Week: Allison - Raehann Bryce-Davis IG - @raeraebd Spotify Aubrey - ...
EP14 | Why Won't He Do the Dishes? Confronting Confrontation
February 07, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBIn this week's episode, we continue our series on "Discussion" and tackle the daunting task of confrontation. We take a look at what your thoughts were on the topic from out IG polls. What is confrontation? Is it a skill? Can it be performative? When should you engage and when should you focus on de-escalating. We talk about all this and more so thank you for listening and stay brave in the gray. Artist of the Week: Allison - Geneva Bowers IG: @gbee Aubrey - Beatrice Blue IG: @beatric...
EP13 | Little Women and Marrying for Money
January 31, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBIn our thirteenth episode we are joined by the younger two Lewis sisters from the city of sin itself, Las Vegas. In this episode, four sisters take time to review the latest interpretation of the most famous four sisters, the Marches. Join us as we break down the themes in Greta Gerwig's, "Little Women" and debate topics such as; Have policies around women have truly progressed? Is marriage an economic proposal to this day? Are the movies right and is having both love and career an impossibl...
EP12 | Are Your Conversations Wasting Your Time?
January 23, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBIn our twelfth episode we contemplate what a productive conversation actually is. How do we have worthwhile conversations in our daily lives both at work, throughout our activism, and in our relationships? Why do so many of our daily discussions both in our real lives and online feel so taxing and like a waste of time? Join us as we debate what contributes to our trash conversations, what we need to do to be better conversationalists, and why having nuanced discussion is so necessary. As alw...
EP11 | Why Are All My Friends Married?
January 17, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBIn this episode we discuss some of the societal pressures that women begin to experience around their mid-twenties. How do we cope when instagram proposals, and baby shower invites seem to constantly remind you that you're "falling behind". What is millenial womanhood when you don't have the dream job or the dream family? Join us as we tackle everything from the pressures to marry to the scam that is your "biological" clock. Thank you for listening and stay brave in the gray. Adam Ruins Ev...
EP10 | Money, Money, Money
January 10, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBIn this episode we tackle how to have equal romantic partnerships with men while maintaining financial freedom. Join us as we discuss the fears, shaming, and stereotypes that accompany women that attempt to have more open and honest discussions about money. This episode we tackle everything from prenuptial agreements to how divorced women are portrayed in the media. Thank you for listening to our 10th episode and remember to stay brave in the gray! Watching: The Marriage Story - Netflix ...
EP9 | Elsa and Anna are Mixed!?
January 03, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 53 MBWe are back from the holidays! In our ninth episode we break down Disney Animation's "Frozen 2" through a black critical lens to explore Disney's relationship to race and the ways in which race is portrayed within their most recent filmography. Join us as we explore some of the ways Frozen 2 attempts to push a decolonial agenda while still delving into racial stereotypes of indigenous people and mixed race people. Thank you for listening and remember to stay brave in the gray. Reading/Watc...
EP8 | Is Dating White People Traumatic?
December 20, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBIn our eighth episode we cover the the fears and pitfalls of dating outside of your race. The girls discuss how white supremacy affects the relationships between all races. Why do so many people have difficulty discussing race, yet no problems sleeping with people who are different races from themselves? Do we have to assume there will be some level of trauma inflicted when people of color date white people? Are mixed people always in interracial relationships? We discuss all this and more o...
EP7 | Sex With Your Best Friend & Tying Up Your Boyfriend
December 13, 2019 06:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBIn Episode 7, Allison and Aubrey pick up where last week's discussion left off. Should your partner be your best friend? Are we making conscious and intentional decisions with how we prioritize our relationships? Are you having good sex and when do you even know when it is "good"? We discuss all this and more in the continuation of our dating discussion. Join us as we try to unpack the complexity and expectations around sex, love, and tying up your boyfriend. Thank you for listening, please ...