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In this episode, we review the latest Netflix film titled "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom". We discuss Viola Davis and Chadwick Boseman's performances, we break down some of the heavy messaging this film carries throughout the story, and we comment on how violent this film got in certain scenes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review one of the most highly anticipated superhero movies of the year "Wonder Woman 1984". We discuss if Gal Gadot's acting skills hold up in this second installment of the 'Wonder Woman" franchise, we compare the villains in this film to the previous, and we debate if making a third film is necessary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we recap the season finale of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". With the episode being called "The Rescue" we discuss the action scenes we liked of Mando and his crew, our reaction to a big moment in Star Wars history, and we predict where season 3 could go plot-wise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue on our weekly recaps of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". In this review we discuss episode 7 titled "The Believer" and we break down whether this episode focused too much on Bill Burr's character Mayfield, how surprised we were to see Mando remove his helmet, and we debate if it was a good idea for Mando to send a voicemail to Moff Gideon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". We discuss how great it was to see Boba Fett in action, our disappointment in what happened to the Razor Crest, and we theorize what Moff Gideon might have planned for Baby Yoda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue on our weekly recaps of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". This recap is dedicated to episode 5 titled "The Jedi'' and we discuss our reaction to seeing a live action Ashoka Tano and we speculate on what will happen next now that we know about the child's backstory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we have a review/discussion of the newly released reunion show of the all time classic sitcom "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air". We discuss why after 30 years people still gravitate to this series, we react to how impactful James Avery was to the show and cast on and off air, and we have a debate on if Fresh Prince is the best black sitcom of all time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the highly anticipated and often delayed superhero horror film "The New Mutants". We discuss whether or not these characters were interesting enough to carry a full movie, why this film could have been a step in the right direction with comic book movies, and also give our reactions on if this movie was as bad as the critics said it was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review another supernatural horror thriller film starring Omari Hardwick & Loretta Divine titled "Spell". We discuss the quality of acting coming from our two leads, how intriguing the premise of the film was and how it was executed, and also point out some standout scenes in the third act of the film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the latest horror film from Netflix titled "His House". We discuss whether or not this film should be classified within the horror genre, the standout performance from Wunmi Mosaku, and our issues with the plot not making sense logically. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the hit A24 horror film "Hereditary". We discuss how uniquely disturbing this film was on first viewing, how impressed we were with Toni Collette's performance, and whether this film lived up to the hype it got back in 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the film from Amazon Prime in collaboration with Blumhouse titled "Evil Eye". We discuss how unique it is for this film to combine horror and Indian culture, whether or not the plot dragged along in the 2nd half of the film, and have a conversation on what other foregin horror stories we hope to see down the line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue on our weekly recaps of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". We review the fourth chapter titled "The Siege" and discuss a possible Cara Dune spin-off series, our reaction to seeing more of Baby Yoda interacting with the world, and our predictions/theories on what is Moff Gideon's endgame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our weekly recaps of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". We review the third episode titled "The Heiress" and discuss our thoughts on the unknown diversity of Mandalorian culture and our excitement from the reveal of a high anticipated character. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue on our weekly recaps of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". Recapping "The Passenger" we discuss satisfaction with how the second season is going so far and also speculate which new Star Wars characters might join the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we recap the hit STARZ series "Power Book II: Ghost". We discuss whether or not this mid-season finale left us on a good cliffhanger or not, we point out how Tariq's teachers are becoming a distraction to the overall storyline, and we debate if exploring Dru's sexuality is necessary for the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the latest film from Amazon Prime in collaboration with Blumhouse titled "Black Box". We discuss the standout performance from Amanda Christine, if the twist in the film was exposed too early, and will there be a sequel in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we start our weekly recaps of the hit Disney+ series "The Mandalorian". We discuss our reactions to the premiere episode and also speculate on what other characters from the Star Wars universe we will see this upcoming season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we end our bi-weekly recaps of the 1st season of the hit HBO series "Lovecraft Country". We discuss episodes 9 & 10 and give our perspectives on the season finale and our expectations for season 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the latest Hulu original film "Bad Hair". We discuss if this movie was able to pull off satirical horror, we acknowledge some of the standout performances, and Na speaks on the highs and lows black women deal with when it comes to their hair. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we recap the hit STARZ series "Power Book II: Ghost." In this one, we cover the first three episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review Antebellum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we recap the last two episodes of Lovecraft Country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we recap the season finale of the Walking Dead. Plus, Myke and Ken share their thoughts on the new Walking Dead show "The World Beyond." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss John Boyega's flaming comments about Start Wars and discuss The Mandalorian's season 2 trailer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue on our bi-weekly recaps of the hit HBO series "Lovecraft Country". Reviewing episodes 5 & 6 we discuss our thoughts of Ruby's involvement with Christina/William and how that will play out, what role will Ji-Ah play now that we understand their backstory with Tic, and whether or not this season will land on its feet since it focuses on so many side stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the first season of the hit HBO series "I May Destroy You". We discuss how talented Michaela Coel is for writing and acting as the lead of this series, we admire the complex conversations the show displays about sexual assault, and we debate whether or not this show needs to do a second season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we react to the news of the Walking Dead Carol and Darryl spinoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our bi-weekly recaps of the hit HBO series "Lovecraft Country". We breakdown our thoughts on episodes 3 and 4 and how the quality of the show may be dwindling down. We also discuss how time travel may bring back some key characters that we lost in previous episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this excerpt from this week's Is The Mic Still On episode, we discuss the passing of Chadwick Boseman and reflect on the legacy left behind along with some of our favorite scenes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we start our bi-weekly recap of the new hit HBO series "Lovecraft Country". We discuss the premise of the show and how mixing racism with horror is a dope concept but we also debate whether this show can balance that line well based off the reaction from the second episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we discuss the recent Fall virtual comic-con style event "DC Fandome". We discuss our reaction to the big movie trailers that were showcased during the event and also have a debate on whether DC has as many interesting superheroes like its competitor Marvel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review an Netflix anime original series "Transformers: Wars for Cybertron Trilogy". We discuss our issues with Optimus Prime and how this version of him differs from other versions and we talk about our predictions for season 2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the latest hit film from Netflix "Project Power". We discuss Jamie Foxx's acting career and if he is still an A-list actor, whether or not this film was meant to be taken seriously or not, and we grade the rapping skills of Dominique FIshback's character. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hear the most bizarre stories about how technology is shaping culture on Wild Wild Tech: https://bit.ly/WildWildTechIn this episode, each crew member reveals what tv shows they are currently watching while also giving reasons why other people should check out these shows as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we gather together to have a conversation on the current streaming era that we are living in. We touch on our thoughts on which streaming services are underrated and we also debate whether services like HBO Max & Disney+ will flourish in the long run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the newest hit from Disney+ in collaboration with Beyoncé titled "Black Is King". We discuss our initial reactions to the cinematography and music within the film, whether or not there was a clear direction for the storyline/plot, and we have a in-depth conversation about cultural appropriation within the black community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we close out our "Me Against the World" series with James Cameron's "Titanic". We discuss whether the story makes sense plot wise, how ahead of his time James Cameron was when creating this iconic love story, and we debate whether this is the most romantic movie of all time, how the story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the hit Netflix original film "Fatal Affair". We discuss if this film lives up to the low reviews it has gotten from critics and audience members, we question the acting effort that comes from the two stars Nia Long & Omar Epps, and we have a short discussion on how films like this impact black people in the film industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our penultimate episode, of our "Me Against the World" series we review the hood classic "New Jack City". We discuss the legendary CMB crew and just how villainous Wesley Snipes was in his role as Nino Brown, how impactful this film was when describing the crack era in the late 80s, and debate on how this film is closely related to "Scarface." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After we closed out the Scarface review, we had an additional 20 minute discussion regarding the empathy portion of the movie character critique. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our "Me Against the World" series with us rewatching the 1983 classic gangster film "Scarface". We discuss the problematic issues that the Cuban community has against the portrayal of Al Pacino's Tony Montana, why the Hip-Hop community loves this specific gangster story more than any other, and we debate on whether this film is overrated based on the hype it has received for all of these years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the underrated hit tv show "Friday Night Lights" in collaboration with Spike Lou from the OnDeckTV Podcast. We discuss why we wanted to rewatch this show and how overlooked it was during its initial run, we talk about how cinematically unique this show was from others during its era, and whether or not this show could hold up against the all-time greats like HBO's "The Wire" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we are continuing on with our "Me Against The World" series with the crew rewatching John Singleton's "Baby Boy". We discuss why this film still resonates with the black community even though it has its flaws, what was John Singleton trying to accomplish by telling this story in this way, and we debate on if this film was meant to be taken seriously or not. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the blockbuster broadway play/musical "Hamilton". We discuss the problematic issues some people have with the way the plot of this story is told, how impactful this broadway play is for people of color in the genre of theater, and what we hope to see next from Lin-Manuel Miranda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we continue our "Me Against The World" rewatchable series with us reviewing 2017's best picture "The Shape of Water". We discuss whether the magic of the film holds up after 3 years since its release, if the film may have tried to deal with too many social issues, and we debate about if one of the main characters in the film might be secretly portraying a black perspective Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we have a conversation/debate on what we consider to be the best black sitcoms of the last 50 years and we rank them by tiers. We also discuss why we don't see that many black sitcoms like we used to back in the late 80s/90s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the latest Netflix/Spike Lee joint "Da 5 Bloods". We discuss how stellar the main cast is especially Delroy Lindo, we compare how other Vietnam war films aren't as realistic as this one, and we debate whether or not Spike Lee needs to dabble in different genres to showcase his full directing skill set.4557 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we review the season finale of the 4th season of the hit HBO series "Insecure". We express our thoughts on the conclusion of Molly & Andrew's relationship, how Tiffany's depression storyline didn't hit as hard as we wanted it to, and whether or not Issa & Lawrence should stay together after Lawrence's big reveal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we re-watch the legendary independent horror film "The Blair Witch Project". We discuss how impactful the marketing scheme for this film was during the late 90s, how it influenced/created the found footage genre, and whether or not does it hold up as re-watachable film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.