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In this episode, JT & Jane give a recap of the crazy events that have occurred in the summer 2024 presidential campaign season, Biden's recent & unprecedented move, Kamala's experience, and much more. Grab your cup of coffee to hear our take.
In this episode, Jane & JT talk about a trending family of 8 Black men who married outside their race, colorism/featurism, fake "activism", BBL drizzy, & more. Tune in to hear our take.
On this episode, Jane and JT discuss trending items including the Diddy video, fake apologies, Biden's weak callout of Israel, bad built Marjorie Taylor Greene, and much more. Grab your cup of coffee to hear our take.
J.T. & Jane kick off season 3 with light hearted topics ranging from Katt Williams to the Drake-Kendrick beef, Amanda Seales' interview, and other social media trending opinions. Tune-in to hear our take, and welcome back to BlaqKoffee.
In this episode, JT & Jane discuss a crucial question: Does Congress and the White House look like "The Walking Dead" in terms of age? Join us as we discuss the age of Congress-members and those running for office in upcoming elections. Can they truly relate to today's society? Is it fair for them to make laws that will impact our future. We also touch on the resent military coups in Africa. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take. đď¸đ§ââď¸Your hosts: J.T. & JaneStay connected with us!Instagram: @_blaqkoffee (BlaqKoffee)Instagram: @wanwansuii (J.T.)Instagram: @iam_obi (Jane)The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.
We're back again with a fresh episode! JT & Jane discuss over-sexualization in the media and their thoughts on Sukihana's appearance at the VMAs. They also talk about what they've been up to during their short hiatus, and recognize Suicide Prevention Week. Pour ya cup and tune in to hear our take, and a whole lot more. Your hosts: J.T. & JaneStay connected with us!Instagram: @_blaqkoffee (BlaqKoffee)Instagram: @wanwansuii (J.T.)Instagram: @iam_obi (Jane)The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
What's your definition of fake friends? In this episode, J.T. & Jane discuss Jamie Foxxâs recent Instagram story post about âfake friendsâŚfake loveâ. However, some people believed his post was anti-semitic & targeted the Jewish community, and Jamie ended up apologizing. Let us know in the comments about your definition of fake friends and fake love, and your thoughts on Jamieâs comments. And grab your drink to hear this, and more. **Disclaimer: BlaqKoffee DOES NOT support anti-semitic comments.Your hosts: J.T. & JaneStay connected with us!Instagram: @_blaqkoffee (BlaqKoffee)Instagram: @jtwanwansuii (J.T.)Instagram: @iam_obi (Jane)The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
âLift Evryâ Chair & SwingââŚthe iconic folding chair. In this episode, J.T. & Jane discuss the recent Alabama brawl AKA the Alabama sweet tea party in which a Black man was attacked by a group of White boaters at a Montgomery river dock leading to a viral brawl. We discuss aquaman and the Black men who came to his defense, as well as the sour history of Montgomery.Â
Let us know your thoughts about the brawl, and grab your drink and tune-in to hear our take on these topics, and more.Â
**Disclaimer: BlaqKoffee DOES NOT support violence.
Your hosts: J.T. & Jane
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The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.
Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
Who are y'all listening to this summer? In this episode, J.T. & Jane talk about some of our favorite songs, albums, and artists at the moment from different genres including Afrobeats, Rock, Hip-Hop, and old school.
Let us know in the comments what your summer '23 playlist consists of, and grab your drink and tune-in to hear our take on these topics, and more.
Your hosts: J.T. & Jane
Stay connected with us! Instagram: @_blaqkoffee (BlaqKoffee) Instagram: @jtwanwansuii (J.T.) Instagram: @iam_obi (Jane)
The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.
Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
Yâall, we wonât be seeing any new movies or TV shows for a while. In this episode, J.T. & Jane discuss the Hollywood strikes and what actors and screen writers are fighting for. We also talk about the dangers of Automated Intelligence (AI) as well as some of our favorite shows and re-runs to watch in the meantime.
Grab your drink and tune-in to hear our take on these topics, and more.
Your hosts: J.T. & Jane
Stay connected with us! Instagram: @_blaqkoffee (BlaqKoffee) Instagram: @jtwanwansuii (J.T.) Instagram: @iam_obi (Jane)
The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.
Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
Yâall, has the Supreme Court been trippinâ lately or what? In this episode, J.T. & Jane discuss the Courtâs recent rulings on affirmative action & student loan forgiveness. We give our take against the opponents on the issue, discuss Californiaâs 26 year ban of affirmative action, and also pay tribute to Christine King Farris, sister of MLK, who recently passed on June 29th. Grab your drink and tune-in to hear our take on these topics, and more. Your hosts: J.T. & Jane
Stay connected with us! Instagram: @_blaqkoffee (BlaqKoffee) Instagram: @jtwanwansuii (J.T.) Instagram: @iam_obi (Jane)
The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.
Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
In this episode, J.T. & Jane pay tribute to late Olympian, Tori Bowie, who tragically passed away at only 32 while giving birth. We delve into the important topic of the heightened mortality risk faced by Black women during pregnancy & childbirth. We also explore the leading causes and conditions contributing to this disparity, while also touching on Tyler Perry among other related subjects. Grab your drink and tune in to hear our take on these topics, and more.Â
Your hosts: J.T. & Jane
Stay connected with us! Instagram: @_blaqkoffee (BlaqKoffee) Instagram: @jtwanwansuii (J.T.) Instagram: @iam_obi (Jane)
The complete audio version of our podcast can be found on popular streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.
Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
In this episode, Jane & J.T. highlight this year's Juneteenth celebration, discuss the term "African-American" as well as the confusion & uncomfortability surrounding the term, and break down the Black American vs. African divide. Grab your cup and tune in to hear our take on these topics, and more.
Your hosts: J.T. & Jane
Follow Us! BlaqKoffee Instagram: @_blaqkoffee J.T.'s Instagram: @jtwanwansuii Jane's Instagram:@iam_obi
Credit: DANNYEBTRACKS, intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
J.T. & Jane wrap up this three-part series on mental health awareness by highlighting some recommended ways (based on our own experiences) to deal with anxiety & insomnia. We discuss the importance of setting boundaries with family & friends, learning the art of removing negativity and not taking life too seriously, avoiding othersâ expectations, and much more. Grab your cup of coffee and hear our take. Quote for the week: âPeople donât think about us as much as we think they do. Let this sink in when we wonder what others think of usâ. ***Disclaimer: We are NOT mental health professionals. The information presented in this episode is based on research and personal experiences. Your hosts: J.T. & Jane Follow Us! BlaqKoffee Instagram: @_blaqkoffeeJ.T.'s Instagram: @jtwanwansuiiJane's Instagram:@iam_obiYou can find the FULL audio version of our podcast on all streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, & Pandora.Credit: DannyTracks for our intro & outro track, âIn My Mindâ.
In the second part of this three-part series, Jane & J.T. highlight Mental Health Awareness Month by discussing the negative effect of social media usage, stigma in Black & Brown cultures, and the trauma that many of our families have experienced. Stay tuned for Part 3 (final) which will focus on solutions. Grab your cup and tune in to hear our take on these issues, and more. We credit DannyTracks for providing our intro & outro track, "In My Mind".**Disclaimer: We are not mental health professionals. The information presented in this episode are solely based on our own personal experiences, knowledge, and defined statistics.
In the first part of this three-part series, Jane & J.T. highlight Mental Health Awareness Month by discussing anxiety & isolation (starting at 05:01). We describe symptoms, causes including the COVID-19 pandemic, and give some statistics on the increase of these issues. Stay tuned for Part 2 which will focus on the effect of social media on mental health. Grab your cup and tune in to hear our take on these issues, and more. We credit DannyTracks for providing our intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
**Disclaimer: We are not mental health professionals. The information presented in this episode are solely based on our own personal experiences, knowledge, and defined statistics.
On this episode, we discuss Don Lemon and Tucker Carlson's recent departures from CNN and Fox News, (starting at 04:54), the double standards of American journalism, our thoughts on King Charles III's coronation (starting at 33:18), and the tragic murder of Jordan Neely (starting at 50:24). Grab your cup and tune in to hear our take on these issues and more. We credit DannyTracks for providing our intro & outro track, "In My Mind".
In this episode, we discuss a range of topics including America's gun addiction, the potential decline of the U.S. dollar, and the growing number of countries taking steps to "de-dollarize". We also talk about age limits for the Presidency. Don't forget to grab your cup and tune in to hear our take on these issues and more. Correction: We mentioned that Joe Biden was born in 1946, but he was actually born in 1942. Biden is currently 80 years old.
This week we discuss the proposed RESTRICT Act aka the âTikTok banâ, the recent Nashville school shooting, San Franciscoâs draft Reparations bill, the alleged situation surrounding Jonathan Majors, and more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take.
Join us as we rewind back to the infamous "slap heard around the world" and explore the themes of Chris Rock's latest Netflix comedy special: Selective Outrage. Plus, we weigh in on the Oscars snub of the talented Angela Bassett and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take.
Warning: episode contains a discussion of suicide in line with the discussion in the episode. If you need help, please call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255).Discussing the passing of Stephen âtWitchâ Boss, the excitement behind the World Cup in Qatar and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take.
Discussing the passing of Migos Rapper Takeoff. Shook up the hip-hop world, this is the latest in a string of artists killed by gun violence. Elon Musk and Twitter is this the beginning of the end of Twitter? Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take.Â
Student loans forgiveness for all? not-so-fast more updates on the loans. Diving into the blockbuster movies The Woman King and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take
Discussed Santa Joe Biden and student loans, Lizzo and Aries Spears, and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take.Â
We discuss the likes and dislikes of social media and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune-in to hear our take
Keke Palmer & Zendaya, does colorism play a role in the success of these actresses? We give our take on the POWERFUL Marvel Studios' Black Panther: Wakanda Forever trailer and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take
We discuss Kid Cudi walking off stage at Rolling loud, Kim Burrell and her weak apology, and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take
Spotlighting Francia MĂĄrquez, the Afro-Colombian to become Colombiaâs First Black VP. We also dive into the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take
Spotlighting Karine Jean-Pierre, the first Black woman and openly LGBTQ+ person to be White House, press secretary. We also dive into the impact on U.S. Supreme Court if Roe v. Wade is overturned and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take.
In todayâs episode, we dive into Viola Davis and discuss the racism and colorism she's faced. Megan Thee Stallion and Tory Lanez incident. The disrespect and disregard from society. HBCUs Investing in athletics vs. education, and much more. Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take
As we wrap up Women's History Month, we place a special spotlight on Ketanji Brown Jackson, as she historically ascends on becoming the first Black female U.S. Supreme Court Justice. We also dive into the madness of Jussie and Kanyeâs situations.Â
On todayâs episode, we dive into the SmithRock-Gate situation that occurred at the Oscars this past Sunday night. Was Will Smith in the right or wrong? How do comedians discern the line between comedy and hurting peopleâs feelings? What is it like moving forward? Pour ya cup of coffee and tune in to hear our take
What do you think is the current state of body image in the Black Community?
Is social media and modern culture influencing body and physical image?
What is colorism? Â
How has colorism, particularly the âlight skin vs. dark skinâ debate, affected Black people?
Is there a fetish for mixed-race people, in particular, mixed-race women and children?
Does colorism affect men and women the same, or differently?
What are your personal experiences with colorism? (i.e. family, friends, romantic relationships, work, etc).Â
Is colorism still an issue within our community today?Â
The anti-black behavior, discrimination, and violence that has been captured and shown on social media illustrates the ill-treatment toward African people living in Ukraine trying to evacuate the countryÂ
Communication is an entire culture. When youâre building that culture. As such, itâs important to get in the habit of checking for understanding. Without these checks, youâll leave yourself open to judging how someone says something, especially if it doesnât sound like how you would say it, or would want them to say it.