सर्वश्रेष्ठ Black Cinema पॉडकास्टस (2024)

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S5 EP8. SOME GIRLS HATE DRESSES | Dr. SOMINA ‘MENA’ FOMBO 46:58

10M ago46:58

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‘Being black and gay, wasn't easy’ For this episode I was lucky to speak with filmmaker Dr Somina ‘Mena’ Fombo to discuss her latest short film ‘ SOME GIRLS HATE DRESSES’. An executive coach, experienced mentor and Diversity and Inclusion consultant delivering to clients across the USA, Europe and Asia. Winner of the first Iris Prize Documentary Fi…

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S5 EP7. DIRECTING DUE JOE BREWSTER & MICHÈLE STEPHENSON 41:48

10M ago41:48

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Shortlisted at this year's Oscars for Uplifting Black Voices Through Documentary for I was honoured to speak with directing duo Joe Brewster and Michéle Stephenson to discuss two of their documentaries. ‘Black Girls Play: The Story of Hand Games' and ‘Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project', both documentaries simultaneously produce recognisable…

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S5 EP6. EARTH MAMA | WRITER/DIRECTOR SAVANAH LEAF 43:19

12M ago43:19

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‘I want to protect them, like they need to be protected, but, nobody was here to protect me’ I had the privilege to sit down with Writer/Director Savanah Leah to discuss her debut feature film, Earth Mama. Ms Leaf, an Olympian, delivers a beautiful, elegant love letter to mothers, in this heartwarming, vulnerable film displaying her signature style…

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S5 EP4. GANGS OF LAGOS | WRITER KAY I. JEGEDE 27:10

12M ago27:10

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‘Who decides where we are born, the life we live?’ In this episode we are joined by writing extraordinaire Kay I. Jegede, a brilliant writer also known for shorts ‘I Am Mary (2020’) and ‘The Perfect Knight (2023)’. For this Black Ink Cinema episode we were lucky to have Kay breakdown ‘Gangs Of Lagos’ which is about ‘A group of friends who each have…

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S5 EP3. MOONLIGHT | COMEDIAN TWAYNA MAYNE 47:32

12M ago47:32

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‘In moonlight, black boys look blue.You blue, that's what I'm gon' call you. Blue’ In this episode we are graced by the talented award winning Twayna Mayne. A stand up comedian, podcaster and writer. For this episode Twayna chose the award winning ‘Moonlight’, we explore why she loves this beautiful film and why she requests people to really listen…

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S5 EP2. OSUOFIA IN LONDON | COMEDIAN MICHAEL AKADIRI 33:44

12M ago33:44

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‘Someone called for a Doctor!’ This episode we are graced with the multitalented Dr Michael Akadiri, for this episode Michael discusses balancing medicine and stand up. Who would play him in his biopic, his love for old school Nollywood movies and true crime. 🚨Available on ALL PLATFORMS 🚨 BIC https://youtu.be/xpXkES7qDlM RNR https://youtu.be/iOGtfd…

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S5 EP1. DON’T BE A MENACE | COMEDIAN MONROE MARTIN 52:57

12M ago52:57

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‘MESSAGE!’ We kick off series 5 of Black Ink Cinema Podcast with US sensation @monroeMartiniii, who has appeared on Comedy Central, Netflix, NBC and Amazon Prime. For this episode Monroe chose the iconic spoof Don’t Be A Menace, why he loves it so much and the impact it had on him growing up along with the culture. Monroe also discusses his fostere…

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Silence and Black Masculinity in The Brother From Another Planet 32:14

1y ago32:14

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Discussion of the John Sayles 1984 film The Brother From Another Planet, in particular how the silence of the alien - Brother - allows us to see features of race and gender in American life.द्वारा John E. Drabinski

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Dash and Gerima on What is an African American 28:19

1y ago28:19

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A discussion of Julie Dash's Daughters of the Dust and Haile Gerima's Sankofa, centered on the question "What is an African American?" I explore how Dash answers this question by filtering the memory of Africa through the "American" part of African American, but Gerima inverts this prerogative and understands the "American" to be a sign of alienati…

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S5 EP5. FARMING | COMEDIAN KAZEEM JAMAL 1:04:59

1y ago1:04:59

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‘Everyday we get to make a new choice’ In this episode we are joined by the super Kazeem Jamal, a fantastic comedian and SEN teacher. We learn how he juggles the two lives, teacher and comedian. Joining forces with fellow comedians Darran Griffiths and Michael Akadiri on their podcast, ‘Late Nights and Wet Wipes’. For this Black Ink Cinema episode …

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Home and the Postcolonial State in Jean Marie Teno's Clando 30:12

1y ago30:12

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A discussion of Jean Marie Teno's 1996 film Clando, with particular focus on how the degeneration of the postcolonial state transforms a sense of home, nation, land, and embodiment.द्वारा John E. Drabinski

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Gender, Colonialism, and the Everyday in Sambizanga 24:02

1y ago24:02

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A discussion of Sarah Maldoror's film Sambizanga (1972) and how it entwines reflections on gender, colonialism, and the everyday. As well, I discuss Maldoror's commitment to making a film infused with mourning and beauty both, which does not compromise the politics of the film but instead, in the aesthetic dimension, teaches a moral lesson about th…

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Memory of Colonialism in Zulu and Battle of Algiers 34:29

1y ago34:29

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A discussion of the pairing of Zulu and Battle of Algiers, with particular focus on how each films forms a memory of colonialism. What was the meaning of colonialism? What did it reveal about the colonizer? And who were the colonized, both in the moment of domination and in the moment of revolutionary struggle? I note how defense of the feminine - …

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Colonialism and its Aftermath in La noire de... and Mandabi 30:18

1y ago30:18

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A discussion of the function of colonialism as a political-psychological and economic presence in the postcolonial nation. With emphasis on how relationships to France wreak death and destruction in the postcolony, I explore how Ousmane Sembène tells a political story through intimate portraits of a young woman seeking adventure (La noire de...) an…

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Crisis and Dimensionality in Hollywood Shuffle 27:06

1y ago27:06

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Short discussion of Robert Townsend's 1987 film Hollywood Shuffle, with particular attention to how the film poses critical questions to putting Black bodies, Black people, and Black life on the screen. I also talk about how the resonance of Hollywood Shuffle might tell us as much about our own consumption patters as it does about the reality of ci…

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THE LITTLE MERMAID PODCAST REVIEW with special guests THANYIA MOORE & VERONA ROSE 19:07

1+ y ago19:07

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SPECIAL Black Ink Cinema & L’Oreal celebrated the release of live action ‘The Little Mermaid’. L’Oreal’s Ethnicity and multiculturalism committee sponsored the event and were gracias to supply luxury goodies and MUA’s for the event. Our guests received the usual treatment, a complimentary Prosecco and soft drink for the kiddies, cupcakes and popcor…

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S4 BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER REVIEW WITH SPECIAL GUESTS 18:33

2y ago18:33

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Special guests: Andrew Mensah | Lola Jagun | Simon London | Adam Horton and Rachael RnR WAKANDA FOREVER: A beautiful tribute to our king Chadwick Boseman To celebrate the release of BLACK PANTHER 2 we hosted a special FREE screening where we partnered up with Adobe, Thomson Reuters and Magnite to celebrate the crescendo of Black History Month. Adob…

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S4 NOPE: REVIEW WITH SPECIAL GUESTS 31:42

2y ago31:42

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Junior Booker | Simon London | Monet Morgan | Darran Griffiths | Adam Horton NOPE: ‘Don’t look him in the eyes!’ To celebrate the release of NOPE we hosted a ‘Jordan Peele Takeover’ at @genesiscinema we had the usual 💁🏾‍♀️pre-screen reception drinks and goodie bags sponsored by @jimandtonicdistillery 🍸 followed by a live performance by @smp_code. B…

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Adventures in Returning & Robbery (Dead Presidents) 1:02:42

2+ y ago1:02:42

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And we’re back! This time Desmond dives into the CLASSIC 90’s film, DEAD PRESIDENTS, and gets into the nitty gritty of the historical context of the film and the importance of learning more about Black and Latin men’s experiences during and after the Vietnam war. He also discusses the incredible performances from the ensemble, as well as some amazi…

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S4 SPACE JAM | COMEDIAN - GBEMI OLADIPO 50:04

2+ y ago50:04

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S4 EP.6 SPACE JAM: ‘What’s up doc?’ Gbemi: “I love Steve Harvey!” Black Ink Cinema’s Podcast Episode 6, hosts the charismatic Gbemi Oladipo who chose to celebrate the childhood favourite ‘Space Jam’. Gbemi shares with us his interesting upbringing and his journey to comedy. We discuss his favourite comedians and his biggest inspirations. SPACE JAM,…

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S4 BEVERLY HILLS COP | ACTOR - WRITER. AKEMNJI NDIFORNYEN 59:20

2+ y ago59:20

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S4 EP.5 BEVERLY HILLS COP: ‘Get the f%ck out of here! Akemnji: “Can you believe he was only 22 when he did Beverly Hills Cop!” “No one can test me on Dre or James Bond” Black Ink Cinema’s Podcast Episode 5, hosts the multifaceted Akemnji Ndifornyen who chose to celebrate the cult classic ‘Beverly Hills Cop’. Akemnji shares his love for this classic…

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S4 SOUL | COMEDIAN MICHAEL ODEWALE 38:55

2+ y ago38:55

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S4 EP4. SOUL ‘Can’t crush a soul here, that’s what life on earth is for’ Michael: “I found it very philosophical, which I have always been interested in” Black Ink Cinema’s Podcast Episode 4, hosts the creative talent Michael Odewale who chose to celebrate the award winning ‘Soul’. Michael shares how he relates to Joe Gardner, getting through lockd…

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Adventures in Side-Eye & Stardom (Dreamgirls) with Shatara Michelle Ford 1:30:35

2+ y ago1:30:35

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As a new Beyoncé album looms and Jennifer Hudson is a new EGOT winner, it’s time to talk about DREAMGIRLS! Desmond gets into the film version of this classic Black musical with writer/director of the Indie Spirit nominated film TEST PATTERN, Shatara Michelle Ford! They talk about the aspects of filmmaking, performance, and storytelling that they lo…

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S4 PRECIOUS | COMEDIAN FATIHA ELGHORRI 47:19

2+ y ago47:19

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S4 EP.3 PRECIOUS: ‘The other day, I cried. But you know what? Fuck that day. That's why God, or whoever, makes other days.’ Fatiha Quote: “She is something beautiful from something horribleness” Black Ink Cinema’s Podcast Episode 3, hosts the glorious resilient Fatiha ElGhorri who chose to celebrate ‘Precious’. Fatiha speaks about the hope she took…

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S4 THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS | COMEDIAN, DARRAN GRIFFITHS 1:00:01

2+ y ago1:00:01

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S4 EP2. THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: ‘You got a dream... You gotta protect it’ ‘You could have left me in the What’s App group by myself, and I would have argued with myself’ - Darran Black Ink Cinema’s Podcast Episode 2 hosts the brilliant comedian Darran Griffiths. For this episode Darran chose the heartwarming ‘The Pursuit Of Happyness’, we explore…

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S4 BLACK PANTHER | COMEDIAN, AXEL BLAKE 55:38

2+ y ago55:38

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S4 EP1. BLACK PANTHER: ‘Wakanda Forever!’ We are kicking off series 4 of Black Ink Cinema’s Podcast with’ Britain's Got Talent 2022 WINNER’ the talented and hilarious Axel Blake. For this episode Axel chose the iconic Black Panther, why he loves it soo much and the impact it had on the culture. Axel also discusses with me his other business venture…

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Adventures in Invention & Interracial Relationships (The Watermelon Woman) 1:07:54

2+ y ago1:07:54

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This week, Desmond gets into a past Trust & Believe, the landmark Queer film, THE WATERMELON WOMAN. The first feature film to be released by a Black Lesbian (Cheryl Dunye) carries a great deal about inventing your own history, as well as interracial relations, and Desmond digs right into both, as well as how much this film and its ideas mean to him…

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Adventures in Comedy & Commentary (Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood) 57:56

2+ y ago57:56

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Finally after diving into almost all of the film it parodies, Desmond gets into the nitty gritty of the CLASSIC comedy DON’T BE A MENACE! He talks about the intelligence in the visual comedy that drives the film, the commentary that the film provides, and why laughter is so needed within the Black community. Also, this week’s Trust and Believe spot…

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Adventures in Queens & Queens (Coming to America) with Amanda Seales 1:17:44

2+ y ago1:17:44

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We are finally joined by Amanda Seales to discuss her favorite movie of all time, COMING TO AMERICA!! This joyful conversation about this comedy classic focuses on the brilliance behind the script, the performances, and the legacy that this film has created. It also leaves Desmond and Amanda yearning for the heyday of Black comedy films. Also, Desm…

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Adventures in Winning & Will Smith (King Richard) 1:08:03

2+ y ago1:08:03

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The time has come to talk about one of the only Black films up for Oscars this year, KING RICHARD. Desmond gets into this general thoughts on the film, and digs into Will Smith’s performance, his legacy, and of course touches on everyone’s favorite subject…the slap. Also, Desmond gives out some well deserved snaps and claps to ANOTHER winner from t…

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Adventures in Blood & Black Excellence (Blade) 49:43

2+ y ago49:43

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It’s time to sink our teeth into the FIRST Black Marvel comics film, BLADE! Desmond talks about the Black Excellence coursing through the veins of this film, the main characters, and Wesley Snipes’ iconic portrayal of the title character as well as how blood works its way into the major themes of the film (and makes Desmond a bit squeamish).…

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Adventures in Growth & Game (Class Act) with E & T Phone Home Podcast 1:51:08

2+ y ago1:51:08

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This week, Desmond is joined by Eliel Lucero and Tevon Gonzalez for another Kid n Play film! This time they talk CLASS ACT, and the ways in which the concept of having game influenced them as high schoolers, as well as the growth aspect that’s present in the film. And of course, it’s an episode with guests, so get ready for a double round of Who’s …

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Adventures in Fun & Family Dynamics (Crooklyn) 1:04:26

3y ago1:04:26

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It’s our fiftieth episode!! Desmond covers another classic Spike Lee joint, and connects Crooklyn to the fun of summer as child, and the different dynamics presented in this family as well as his own. Also, the word on the street is about the legendary cast of an upcoming musical film! Keep up with us on Instagram! @adventuresinblackcinema…

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Adventures in Love & Letting Go (Poetic Justice) 1:03:15

3y ago1:03:15

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Welcome back, y’all!! This week, Desmond digs into the relationship dynamics explored in the classic POETIC JUSTICE, as well as the relationship dynamics in his own life. Also, another “Trust and Believe” spotlights a hilarious music mockumenatry from the 90s!द्वारा sfbpodcastnetwork

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Bye 2021 3:15

3y ago3:15

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Desmond says good-bye to 2021, and previews what’s to come in season three next year!द्वारा sfbpodcastnetwork

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Adventures in Magic & Musicals (The Wiz) 1:12:05

3y ago1:12:05

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The time has finally come to go see THE WIZ! Desmond digs into the magic of this beautifully done, classic movie musical, and he also gets a chance to nerd out on all things that he loves from the Oz universe, as well as major differences from the movie and the Broadway production. Also, this week’s Trust and Believe is also a foray into an incredi…

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BOXING DAY | AML AMEEN x BLK INK CINEMA SPECIAL 43:14

3y ago43:14

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BOXING DAY: ‘Bruv, dem tings don’t work no more!’ Boxing Day follows Melvin (Ameen), a British author living in America, who returns home to London for Christmas to introduce his American fiancée, Lisa (King), to his eccentric British-Caribbean family. Their relationship is put to the test as she discovers the world her fiancée has left behind. I h…

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Adventures in Blackness & the Business (Hollywood Shuffle) 50:51

3y ago50:51

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Let’s go to the 80’s to revisit the classic satire, HOLLYWOOD SHUFFLE! Desmond gets into how the White gaze pervades Hollywood and their ideas of Blackness, along with aspects of the film that he disagrees with, while still having the utmost appreciation for it. Also, Black Noir is a big theme in this episode. I wonder why that is...…

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Adventures in Childhood & Curses (Eve’s Bayou) 49:08

3y ago49:08

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This week, Desmond dives into the Black indie classic, EVE’S BAYOU. He talks about the perfection of the film, the importance of seeing the story through a child’s eyes, and how magic, mysticism, and curses figure into the real lives of these characters, as well as his own. Also, this week’s You Betta Act award goes to a performance that you can ch…

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Adventures in Rituals & Remakes (Candyman x2) w/ Shay Filmore 1:25:39

3y ago1:25:39

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Favorite guest of the podcast, Shay Filmore, joins us again to talk about not just one CANDYMAN, but BOTH CANDYMANS! (Don’t say his name too many times though!). We talk about how both the original and the sequel are related to each other, what we love about Nia DaCosta’s work on the 2021 version, and what more we would like to see from Black horro…

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S3 EP11. CANDYMAN | BOBBY KASANGA 33:52

3y ago33:52

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Loved my chat with the inspiring Bobby Kasanga, after turning his life around father, community leader, author and founder of Hackney Wick FC has inspired others to follow suit. He chose the fresh Candyman which highlights themes of gentrification, police brutality and social inequality. https://theathletic.com/2677341/2021/06/28/how-hackney-wick-f…

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Adventures in Cuttin’ Up & Community Spaces (Barbershop) 1:02:31

3y ago1:02:31

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It’s time to cut up with this week’s episode on the 2002 film, BARBERSHOP! Desmond gets into the importance of the diversity of Black characters in the film, spotlights the ensemble performances from this legendary cast (including a career best from Cedric the Entertainer), as well as the importance of spaces for Black folks to gather and have a gr…

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Adventures in Authenticity & Animation (Bébé’s Kids) 51:32

3y ago51:32

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We’re back! After a much needed summer break, Desmond returns to the pod with the animated comedy classic BÉBÉ’S KIDS! He gets into the ways in which this film feels like an authentically black narrative, what the film says about how Black kids are treated by society, and the ways in which genre films such as comedy and animation can convey importa…

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S3 EP10. MOONLIGHT | JOE JACOBS 47:31

3+ y ago47:31

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Had a great time speaking with the funny Joe Jacobs, rapper and stand up comedian. He celebrated black cinema by picking Oscar winning Best Picture ‘Moonlight’. He spoke about why this film is important for everyone to see, the way it was brilliantly made and the outstanding performances. While touching upon Joe's favourite rappers and comedians. A…

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S3 EP9. NEW JACK CITY | ANTOINE ALLEN 50:54

3+ y ago50:54

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It was a pleasure speaking with news reporter Antoine Allen, who joined us to celebrate black cinema. He chose 1991 cult classic ‘New Jack City’. We explored the different themes in the movie from drugs, exploitation and power. While touching upon Antoine's very impressive career. New Jack city, A crime lord ascends to power and becomes megalomania…

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S3 EP8. PHAT GIRLZ | VERONA ROSE 38:13

3+ y ago38:13

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Gorgeous 'Secret Crush ITV' presenter Verona Rose, joined us to celebrate black cinema she chose 2006 ‘Phat Girlz’. We explored themes of the film, allowing black women to show their vulnerability and getting comfortable in our own skin. PHAT GIRLZ, an edgy comedy about two frustrated plus-sized women struggling to find love and acceptance in a wor…

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S3 EP7. BROWN SUGAR | BABATUNDE 28:07

3+ y ago28:07

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BROWN SUGAR, friends since childhood, a magazine editor and a hip-hop record executive, do they dare stumble into romantic territory. Actor, comedian Babatunde’s film choice to celebrate black cinema is 2002 ‘Brown Sugar’. Unwillingly confessing his love for RomCom, unreasonable jealousy and his controversial top 5 favourite rappers. Instagram: @ba…

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S3 EP6. EQUALIZER | KYRAH GRAY 44:48

3+ y ago44:48

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EQUALIZER, A retired operative is forced out of retirement to take up the fight against injustice once again. This week I had the pleasure of chatting to the lovely Kyrah about her film choice ‘Equalizer’. Everything she loves about Denzel, people who blame their zodiac sign for being a crappy person and her newfound love for ‘Grey's Anatomy’. 🚨Ava…

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S3 EP5. TRADING PLACES | DEANO MAC 39:10

3+ y ago39:10

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TRADING PLACES, A snobbish investor and a wily street con artist swap lives as part of a bet by two callous millionaires. I really enjoyed my chat with the lovely Dean, charming, insightful and easy to speak about a film we both love while visiting Eddie Murphy’s filmology. The infamous gorilla scene and tackling stereotypes. 🚨Available on ON ALL P…

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Adventures in Writing & Weddings (The Best Man) 47:52

3+ y ago47:52

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Wedding bells are ringing this week as Desmond gets into the classic dramedy THE BEST MAN. He talks about the elements of self-sabotage present in the film through the main character Harper, as well as the difficulties of writing personal stories for public consumption and the best elements of weddings! Also, this week’s You Betta Act award finally…

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