Black Top Asylum: Recent Episodes
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You are now under the black top, where we try to get our act together and find unity in the circle of life and friendship. We're Billy, TimBo, and Ray.
One more episode for the books! In this one, the fellas talk about how #CMAT made them feel with her album #ifmywifeknewidbedead. #robindiangelo offers another interesting section in her book #whitefragility. This chapter is about #whitewomenstears. They give us a heads up about the next book before THE SOMBRERO!
Thanks for tuning in! This is what's on the bill, #Timbo won last time so, they're listening to #breezy by #chrisbrown. Then they jump into chapter 10 of #whitefragility by #robindiangelo. It's #whitewomenstears then a few interesting stories on how animals get revenge on us humans.
Welcome back! This time the fellas chop it about #Diasporapromblems by #soulglo before they dive in to chapter 9 of #whitefragility. #Robindiangelo explains her case concerning #whitefragilityinaction and we find out what they've been reading lately.
This episode we learn about Ray's new hobby and the fellas interpretations of of #mrmoraleandthebigsteppers by #kendricklamar. They summarize chapter 8 of #whitefragility and share some interesting perspectives about defining success.
In this 34th installment, the guys find themselves in chapter 7 of #whitefragility by #robindiangelo and again discussing what resonates with them. #habitus is an intriguing concept. The album up for review is #motomami by #rosalia and some time after that is #power vs #authority and THE HAT!
Welcome back to the BLACK TOP! This time the guys listened to #brokenheartsclub by #syd and share their thoughts. They touch on Timbo's "favorite chapter this far", #Antiblackness, from #whitefragility by #robindiangelo. They tell us a little bit about what they've been watching before getting to the hat!
This time the guys rap about #theoverload album by #yardact and this interesting perspective #robindiangelo writes about in chapter 5 of #whitefragility concerning #thegoodbadbinary. They also share some hidden talents.
It's a special episode! The guys get together in person for the first time since the #pandemic to talk about #blackradio3 by #robertglasper, Chapter 4 of #whitefragility by #robindiangelo, and unprofessional experiences. The Black Top is now OPEN!
Another chapter in #whitefragility by #robindiangelo has the group thinking she has a way with words. The album is #everythingwasforever by #seapower and then they sink into their subgroups. Something Billy knew nothing about! lol
The guys put #fkatwigs album #caprisongs up for review and then walk another mile in the pages of #whitefragility by #robindiangelo. Stick around for the interesting chat that ensues.
The guys are back and have officially dove into a new book, #whitefragility by #robindiangelo. Talk about eggshells. Timbo leads a review of #thegodswecantouch by #aurura and Billy spazs at the most unassuming time.
I bet you don't know the Wizard of Oz's full name. I also bet you can't guess which genius brought that to the table this episode. Who's got the best #facts? They chop it up about #space1.8 by #nalasinephro and find away to make football take up half the episode. It really has been a crazy season.
The guys discuss #animaaeterna and wrap up #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess by #deepakchopra. It's been a great read. They also give their opinions on #thehardertheyfall before dealing with that hat.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY GUYS! This marks the 25th episode the guys have completed in a year's time. They tell us about some of their favorite moments from committing to this journey but, first they share thoughts on the album #333 by #tinashe and #thelawofdharma in #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess by #deepakchopra.
It's always a good time for a great discussion, right? Here's what the fellas cover. A dynamic chapter in #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess by #deepakchopra. #thelawofintentionanddesire possesses gems. #okhuman by #weezer is the album up for review and we get a huuuuuuuuggge cliffhanger...
New episode. New music. New chapter. New Law. Here's the breakdown! The fellas listen to their first #EltonJohn album. #TheLockdownSessions served as interesting company in their down time and they aren't shy about why. Ch. 6 of #deepakchopra's book #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess deals with #thelawofintentionanddesire. It's a profound perspective that takes some time to unpack. Then, #thesombrero!
The guys are trucking through #deepakchopra's book #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess. It's getting a little murky with it's revelation seeming too good to be true. Maybe this discussion can clear the waters to new depths. #jamesblake brings some rhythmic pain to the surface in his album #friendsthatbreakyourheart. and do me a favor, ponder on this, apple pie and cheese...
deepakchopra continues to light the path to enlightenment for the guys with his book #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess. The law of #karma or #causeandeffct is an eye-opening chapter. Timbo brings an idea that stirs the mind and soul. Are you sorry or apologetic? What's the difference? And um...that #elf conversation at the end though...
Welcome back to another episode! This time the guys listen to #blueweekend by #wolfalice and the outcome is surprising. Chapter 2 of #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess by #deepakchopra deals with #thelawofgiving which seems to be familiar to everyone. On another note, have you ever sat a thought about colloquialisms and clichés? They did.
The fellas check out a new album, #iamnotyourmuse by #celeste and the verdict is unanimous. Is that a good or bad thing? They've pushed through #thefivelovelanguages by #drgarychapman and on to #thesevenspirituallawsofsuccess by #deepakchopra. The enlightening seems to set on quick. Stick around for the convo on music. We learn a lot about them.
It's a new episode where the guys get surprised by #Genesis #Owusu and his album #smilingwithnoteeth. The cover closes on #5lovelanguages by #drgarychapman but soon after, they bring up some interesting points about #entitlement. Great convo. Great episode.
It's a new episode and New album #DaddysHome by artist #St.Vincent leaves the guys split on its effect. Ray present a good point with a compelling disagreement with "Docta" #GaryChapman in his book #thefivelovelanguages. Timbo and Billy about the support needed in the journey of being in their 30s. Enjoy!
This week they're finally on the same page. Chapter 11 of Dr. Gary Chapman's book, #TheFiveLoveLanguages, is short and impactful. #HalfWaif gave the guys some new sounds and deep imagery on her album #mythopoetics. We also find out which rabbit holes the fellas find themselves falling down on #google and #youtube
Welcome to another episode! H.E.R's album, Back of My Mind, gave the guys some different vibes and they share their thoughts on them. Billy has a eventful and morally challenging time and Ray and Timbo share some gems of lost and forgotten restaurants. We get to see a different side of them through the lens of childhood.
Watupdoe! We're under the Black Top for another episode! The fellas discuss the heavy and emotional grooves from Arlo Sparks in her "Collapsed in Sunbeams" album. Timbo's review nails it, per usual. Chapter 10 of The Five Love Languages is generating a strong wrap up and we see what else resides in the guys' library of impactful reads. Oh, and don't forget about the sombrero!
The guys are excited to be back and, why not? There's lots to discuss! Billy discovers a new beverage and his thoughts on DMX's album, Exodus, seem to resonate with everyone. Ray and Timbo give us some vivid insights into Black Wall Street after watching the short film Greenwood: 13 Hours. It's a great film. Also, what invention is better than the smart phone?
"It feels good to be back!" Billy is all about the snacks for a change. Ray shares a hidden gem of his own. Btw, can you spot the difference in his background? Timbo got the jokes as always.
This week we learn the guy's real opinions about Gucci Guilty still being a top fragrance. Ray is getting a new headspace and Timbo and Billy are getting a new perspective from The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman.
Timbo gives a great review of "Deacon" by Serpent With Feet and shares some one of a kind vitamins he's been taking. Billy thinks he's a songwriter and we find out what really annoys Ray.
The guys are back and it's clear to see what Timbo believes in, HUMANIZE BEING BLACK. Billy finds out the cost of cheese in Italy. They Give their thoughts on CH.5 of The Five Love Languages and Ray expresses his struggles as a solver.
The guys find their way up Silver Ladders and go down the rabbit hole of Right Brain vs Left Brain. Ray and Timbo turn heads with their special stir fry and Billy needs dental work!
It's Christmas time at the Blacktop. Who are the guys still shopping for? They break down one of Timbo's favorite artist and discuss some of their favorite fragrances. Tim googles food again as Ray speaks of his "last meal". As always we end on a question from the big hat.
And we're back trying to maintain our positivity. We give our thoughts on Color Theory by Soccer Mommy and pick our next listen. We're also diving into the first chapter of The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman. Gorilla who, what, where to yo hair? We end it with our googlin' quandaries and answer a question on living preference. Welcome to the Blacktop.
Unfortunately the show starts on a weird note about boogers... We eventually get back on track and discuss our album of the week, BIG by BTS, Review the Oscar- Winning 'Soul', We discuss our 5 Love Language Test results as we prepare to dissect the book, and answer our question from Sombrero De Preguntas.
The guys discuss life during Corona and Christmas, we review B7 by Brandy, we fangirl over our favorite colognes, discuss what we have been googling, how spiders may cause herpes??? we a'int research it yet y'all lol and then we answer from our hat of questions.
And we're back. The guys discuss how they spent a covid thanksgiving. Billy realizes being 30 puts you out the target demographic, as the guys make 30 sound old. Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist deliver an album that makes the guys think. Timbo ask the age old question, What's up with the Lions? And we finish with the question "what ya googlin?"
Ray finally gets everyone to listen to "Folklore". Time shows his savvy nose and Billy gives us something to think about...or does he? Welcome to the Blacktop
Our Intro Episode! What up doe, you are now under the black top where we try to get our act together and find unity in the circle of life and friendship. We are Billy, Daisy, Timbo and Ray friends for years, podcasting for days. Come join us.