TV Talk With The Sistas: Recent Episodes
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Do you know Amos and Andy or Julia or why they matter? Was Fred Sanford or James Evans men you looked up to? Two former latch key kids talk about how television and movies impact the culture.
There are some movies the Sistas thought were good, but not quite. Today the Sistas are talking about the movies they thought needed to be brought up, but not as a whole episode. They call those the honorable mentions.
Gina and I didn’t see this one coming. But we got some help to talk about this one by inviting Imani Payne to chat with us about this movie that could be considered one of the best. Listen as we talk about White Chicks.
We first saw this story on Broadway in the early1990s. It tells the story of how thousands of children were beaten and tortured. 8,000 children were in prison. This story is about South African teenagers fought against apartheid in the Soweto Uprising. Listen to the Sistas talk about this story.
In this episode we will talk about the movie Black Panther. It is one of the Marvel family of films, distributed by Disney. It made 1.3 billion dollars in box office. Black movies do sell. It was nice to have a brown super hero and for him to have his own movie.It was nice to have brown people saving other brown peopleWakanda created an amazing space for brown people
Today we are talking about a picture made during the Code Area. That was when there was an organization that strictly monitored the content of movies. Made in 1934 and given the certificate number of 412. Imitation of Life was a Universal Picture. It is remarkable this one was ever made. It was the story of a white woman taking in a black woman and them raising their daughters together facing identity and racial issues.
This movie is described as “A police detective, a bank robber and a high-power broker enter high stakes negotiations after a criminal’s brilliant heist spirals into a hostage situation.” Listen to see how the Sistas feel about this and if it is a great movie.
In Season Seven of TV Talk we are going to tell you about the best African American movies ever. Some of them were made by AA, while others were only stories that included AA. All of these movies were life changing.Today we are talking about a movie we saw on television when we were little kids. Back when we were kids there were very few African Americans on television. So if it had African Americans in it, you watched it. It didn’t matter what the story was about, it was just an experience to see someone who looked like us on Television or in the movies. It was the Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman.
Many actors have played this character in movies and limited run series. In this season finale the Sistas talk about if the current actor hit the mark or was he tacking. Listen as they enlighten.
After ten seasons this criminal is hanging up his hat. This has been one of the Sistas favorite shows. Are they sad to see it go? Check out this episode.
This show is about a CIA operative who is about to retire so he can get back together with his ex wife, when things get out of control. Find out what the Sistas think of this spy spoof.
He uses his bicycle and collar to solve crimes, yet in this season he is facing some new beginnings, the Sistas have an opinion if these are good or bad beginnings.
Another series was sliding into home plate, but was it safe or out? The Sistas discuss how this series finished its run.
The story of a young woman of color traveling across the country to marry a young man she had never met gave the Sistas a lot to say. Listen to hear if they are both all in.
The Sistas talk about a new crime drama where the lead detective has issues with reading and writing. The character has a rough life beginning but turns into the best detectives in his department. But is he really a good one? Listen and find out.
She has been telling our stories and entertaining us her whole career. She always makes some very interesting challenging choices in each role she takes but it always reveals a new layer to her. She continues to open her audience up to new experiences. Listen to what the Sistas think about her.
He seems like he has been in a hundred million movies, and we are grateful for them all. From a crack head to a drippy Jeri curl, this actor has given us moments we can still quote. What do they call a quarter pounder in France? From what movie can you quote him? Listen as the Sistas share theirs.
This actor brings authenticity to her roles of which there are many and most are interesting. Her range is wide from undereducated characters to lead with high moral ground to sophisticated intelligent women who get the job done. This one is an expert at how to tell our stories. Listen.
This actor has an incredible range from superhero to a historical musician. He is the type of actor who has played so many different types of characters that it may have even stumped the Sistas. They share some of their favorite roles and remind you “Don’t sleep on this actor” because you will miss something very special.
This actor has starred in some unforgettable movies. She has made us laugh, cry and question why we do what we do. She did things before they became a trend. She has won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony and still surprises us with what she can accomplish. Listen
During a time of segregation there were some of us fighting it out in Hollywood. This actor starred in roles that showed that struggle. Some of the moments happened on screen and gave people of color a reason to cheer. Listen as they talk about him.
This actress is the queen of Wakanda but had many memorable roles before then. She taught us what love had to do with it. Showed us how to get our groove back. She has also represented the kind of women we want to be. Hint. Listen Now.
There have been good movies that changed your life. Television series that spoke to your soul. One of the elements that make this so powerful is the actor. This season we spotlight some of our favorite actors. These are people who we would go see the movie just because they are in it.
This actor has played good guys and bad guys. Historical and Fictional figures. “We didn’t land on Plymouth Rock, Plymouth Rock landed on us!” These words came from one of the landmark roles this actor has portrayed. This actor has played a wide range of roles all of which have given us more reasons to love him.
By the late 1980s there was a powerful message that was ringing true on television and in other mediums. A new filmmaker captured the attention of the Sistas while a documentary series taught the lessons about fighting for voting rights.
Were the mid 1980s really in control and tricky? This 1980s decade brought some welcomed changes to television and in the movies. The White savior seemed to be dying, or was he? Listen as the Sistas talk about some of the changes.
Music dominated the scene and more and more black faces were dominating the small screen. The economy was sluggish but Hollywood introduced adventure, action and the trilogy. And life for the Sistas would never be the same because PAC-MAN came to town during this time period.
As the country was coming to the end of the decade, it experienced an unexpected death but found some new music that had everyone dancing. Listen as the Sistas reflect on some of the best shows ever to come across the TV screen.
The mid 70s showcased the police drama on TV, the Jackson’s on the radio and TV and a new focus on black pride. The world was embracing the funky music but the resignation of President Nixon cast a shadow on the nation. Or did it? See what the Sistas remember from their early days.
The 70s ushered in funky fashion. Cool music. And a new definition of beauty. The black community was making its presence known all over the US after years of fighting for civil rights. The Sistas share their first memories of the 70s and a show that changed everything about entertainment.
The 1960s was a world turned upside down. From 1967 to 1969 the chaos of politics and war left people finding solace in television and music. The Sistas talk about the shows and the music that were part of the revolution. Their special guest, Brenda Derrick gives them insight into what the time was really like.
In this upside down world, bad is good and good is bad, In 1964 to 1966 the war rages in Vietnam, African Americans fight for civil rights and television choses to ignore it. The Sistas talk about how the networks created their own perfect society despite reality. They invited their friend, Patti Sikes a retired AP History teacher to join them on this episode.
The Sands Begin to Shift. The 1960s was a call to freedom around the world. People were freeing themselves of the old ways of doing things. The Sistas looked at how the US answered the call to freedom from 1960 to 1963. They talk about music, books and of course, television.
What do the Sistas agree on? A good story. In this episode they talk about a show that has all the right elements. Listen to this episode to see what this story has that keeps them tuned in.
These Sistas have stumbled across on some animation that makes them cheer. What on earth could make them excited that doesn’t involve good food, sexy men or free airline tickets? Listen.
Kind of like comfort food, this series is one of those shows that has lots of familiar things the audience has grown comfortable with. In this new spin off, they have changed the recipe. Will it work? Will these sisters still gain their Law & Order degrees? Listen to hear.
How many roles can an actor take on at the same time and still do a good job? The Sistas talk about if this is possible when they discuss Hacks and the legend in the role. Listen and like it.
Have you ever watched a show and felt like you were beaten as bad as one of the bad guys in the show? The Sistas talk about a show that has a whole different way to tell a mystery. Listen and see if it is worth that month of HBO.
There is action and adventure which is what both Sistas really like, but something was added to this limited series that intrigue the pair and it wasn’t just the good looking brother. Listen to this week’s episode to see what it is.
Romance beautiful wardrobe and cheeky language makes a whole lot of fun and gives everyone something to talk about. What are the Sistas talking about? Listen and believe.
This Netflix show is a comedy that brings an African American family to the screen. It adds something new to funny but does it work? The Sistas tell you what they think works and if anything needs to change.
Sometimes crime hits close to home. The True Crime genre explores the crimes that happen in our neighborhoods, cities and families. This genre reminds us that the world we live in can sometimes be scary and dangerous. The Sistas explore these stories.
When murder is more than just a mystery, it can be very entertaining. The Sistas discuss some period stories like The Murdoch Mysteries and Frankie Drake who solve crime at the turn of the 20th Century. How do these old timey detectives hold up?
The Sistas discuss that MURDER IS A SCIENCE…..GUNSHOT RESIDUE, TIME OF DEATH, CAUSE OF DEATH. Medical examiners are the secret weapon of every detective. Once the body is found the real work of solving crimes begin. Who were the best at this game?
There are millions of stories in the city and Law and Order has covered them all. The long running series about crime and punishment has told countless stories in the US and UK. Ripping pages from the headlines and current events, this new Law and Order has put its spin on some of the most heinous and unusual crimes in the world. Our Law and Order experts (Sistas!) tell you if the latest one is a hit or miss.
Style. Class. And an X chromosome. These are the ingredients for a successful detective. Phryne Fisher and Jessica Fletcher. dynamic crime fighters whose attention to detail have foiled the plans of many criminals. These damsels are not in distress they are in fact applying stress to all who dare to break the law. Listen as the Sistas explain what makes them so good.
“Peace, Love and Crime Fighting! 1970 brought us some of the hippest, coolest crime fighters in the hottest threads! They kept the streets crime free and dazzled all the foxy ladies” or at least that is what the Sistas thought. Listen to this episode to find out who these great crime fighters were.
Who said there was only one way to kill someone? In a country where murder is usually very violent and action packed, the Sistas find a new type of murder. The weapons were not always a gun or knife nor was the crime always obvious. The Sistas have found some new shows that are very intriguing.
From Victorian England to New York City, crimes are solved, criminals are nabbed, with Watson riding shot gun it is all elementary. The Sistas try to determine who is the greatest Holmes of all. Music was created by Dave DeBerry courtesy of CampDavidMedia
Remember that television series from the 1970s that was remade for the 2000s? The Sistas talk about remakes in this episode where they look at some good ones and some bad ones. Did Hawaii Five O really need to tell that story again? Listen.
Have you ever spent your Saturday afternoon in front of the television with those old black and white westerns? This troubled genre is loved by the Sistas, but not maybe for the reason you think. Find out what attracts them.
The Sistas talk about old school variety shows from the 1970s. In order to do a good job on these shows, performers had to be a triple threat. They needed to sing, dance and act because the show called for all of it. They chat about the Flip Wilson Show, The Carol Burnett Show and The Sonny and Cher show.
Are you ever too old for cartoons? The Sistas chat about how the genre has impacted their lives. Were cartoons important when they were growing up? Listen.
Hungry? Dive into this episode where the sistas take on an issue they love: food. There are lots of shows about food, but there are two that give you more than just delicious dishes.
So, one sista is the skeptic and the other sista is the optimist. When it comes to physical competition they love to watch, but know they can’t compete. Check out this episode on physical competition shows and what they think needs to happen to win. They talk about the Amazing Race and the World's Toughest Race.
Two shows have been written on the heart of the Sistas which are inspiring and entertaining. There are no lead African American cast members, but these shows are winners. What is so white and very black?
The Sistas invite Joshua, a smart 11 year old, to chat about tv shows that give us a glimpse into the African American family and how it has been portrayed in television shows. They discuss the impact of shows like Good Times, the Cosby Show and Black-ish.
The Sistas talk about how African Americans have been portrayed on television and in the movies in the first episode of Season 2. After a dive in to the first shows with African American actors, they talk about what a real hero looks like.
In the season's final episode, the Sistas talk about The Wire. After almost 20 years, the show still resonates with the current state of things in the United States.
In episode 9, the Sistas wonder into scifi glancing at the impact of shows like the Star Trek franchise on diversity. They also spend some time on a new Netflix movie, The Old Guard directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood. One sister likes scifi, one doesn't. Can she be persuaded?
It is part of African American history and has been depicted in many movies and television shows, but these two stand out from the pact. The Sistas talk Gangsters. This show is about The Godfather of Harlem starring Forest Whitaker and American Gangster starring Denzel Washington. Although these movies are flawed, they give a glimpse of our history.
In this episode the sista square off over who was the best tv defense attorney, Perry Mason or Matlock. Each has their plus side, and a few minuses. They present their message to you the jury. The verdict is left up to you. Who is the Best?
Episode Six In this week’s episode, the Sistahs talk about The No 1 Ladies Detective Agency and Queen Sono which are two shows that have strong African characters in the lead. These shows have women in nontraditional roles and showcase the beautiful land of Botswana and South African
In episode 5, the Sistas talk about how shows like Designing Women and Living Single brought a strong message about women from the 1980s and 90s. There were not many examples of strong women on television at that time. Even though one show was geared toward a Caucasian audience, the other an African American, they both created moments that are still funny today. They created timeless comedy but uplifted their subject matter.
In this episode, the Sistas talk about the James Bond franchise. They talk about the impact it has made on the culture, introduce their new rating system and share their hopes for the future of the franchise
In this episode the Sistas talk about the impact The Jeffersons, the sitcom by Norman Lear, and Self Made, the Madam CJ Walker Story had on the culture. Self Made is a limited series currently on Netflix. At the end of this episode, they tease episode 4 which will be about the James Bond franchise. We do not own the rights to the James Bond theme.
Two sisters chat about iconic television shows and their impact on the African American and American culture. The first episode examines Sanford and Son and Midsomer Murders, a British television show.