Spark It Up: Recent Episodes
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In this MLK day episode, we discuss what Martin Luther King and other Civil Rights activists would think of society today if they were still alive, why we never taught about incidents such as Black Wall Street when we were in school and what other information is still being kept from us, and the 30 year anniversary of film Juice and what it meant to an up and coming Tupac's career.
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This special episode features an in depth interview with co-host El Rachmani. Focused predominately on his high school years, he discusses the ups and downs of being a twin brother, the things that helped him find his own lane separate from that, as well as what it was like being a target for both the other students and the administration during those years.
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In the first episode of the new year, we discuss the ups and downs of 2021 as it pertains to re-entering the daily grind following the shutdowns, how the shutdowns made people less willing to take jobs where they're underpaid and underappreciated, and the one year anniversary of the capitol riots and all the aftermath that resulted from it (surprisingly and unsurprisingly).
In this episode, we discuss the 20 year anniversary of the classic album Stillmatic from Nas and what made it so memorable, COVID spreading once again, as well as Joe Biden's student loan decision and the notion that the president is more of a mascot than an actual leader.
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In this heavy movie themed episode, we get into the overwhelming feeling one gets when they see a great movie for the first time and the qualities that make one, how it's harder to find the good in commercial Hollywood movies compared to commercial pop music, and how movies such as "Bad Education" reveal the reality of how corrupted and dishonest those in power can be.
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In this episode, we get into the most recent vaccine mandates and how often everything surrounding them keeps changing, the fact that the pandemic is on the verge of reaching two years, how in many ways it's brought out the worst in people (on all sides), as well as how other aspects of proper health should be pushed that aren't COVID related.
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In this episode, we discuss the mixed reaction from students to Dave Chappelle visiting his old high school, the ignorance associated with grouping people together in a box without even knowing them, as well as the pressure and corruption people experience by trying to be included in the popular crowd.
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In this episode, we discuss the Kyle Rittenhouse verdict and the debate on if he acted in self defense, whether or not the verdict would've been different if he was black, how the case serves as another example of keeping people divided, and why it's sometimes necessary to unfriend/disassociate with certain people on social media as well as how distracting it can be from real life.
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In this special edition of "Spark It Up," we do an in depth profile on 1989 edition of Batman starring Jack Nicholson and Michael Keaton. We discuss the long process of how the movie was put together including odd casting considerations, the heavy criticism it received from fans before it was even released, the best aspects of the film as well as those that didn't age well, and how it opened the door for the big business comic book movies do today.
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In this week's episode, we get into the definition of the word "woke" and our first introductions to it, how some people use it to act like they're better than everyone else, as well as how important it is to live by "woke" ideals as opposed to just preaching them.
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In this episode, we get into world vegan day and how much the lifestyle opens up one's food variety. the toxic trait of vegans judging other vegans, Ice Cube turning down a movie role over the movie's vaccine mandate and the push back that's developing against said mandates, as well as Jay Z and a host of others being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame and the impact they've had.
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In this edition of "Spark It Up," we discuss the ignorance that comes from people who judge sex workers, different aspects of family life from not wanting kids at all to the struggles kids with a neglectful parent go through , and also media misconceptions on whether or not the LGBTQ community really does hate Dave Chappelle and his style of comedy.
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In this episode of Spark It Up, we get into the latest in the Kyrie Irving situation and how he is in a way becoming the public face of those against vaccine mandates, the way the media portrays certain people a certain way that ultimately ends up being false, as well as how important it is to always question the information they present due to the fact that they usually have a hidden agenda.
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In this episode, we get into all the controversy surrounding the new Dave Chappelle Netflix special, the positives and negatives that all come from "cancel culture" and how it sometimes crosses the line the benefits of simply not subscribing to the people/things you don't agree with as opposed to trying to remove them, and how social media has made people comfortable with saying certain things behind a keyboard that they wouldn't say to someone in person.
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In this episode, we get into the wider selection of food one has as a vegan compared to those who eat meat and dairy, Brittney Spears' father being removed as her conservator, as well as the latest in COVID vaccine mandates including healthcare workers and NBA players being punished for choosing not to take it.
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In this week's episode, we discuss the treatment of Haitian migrants by border control and the blame Joe Biden is receiving for it, the fact that the president doesn't have the amount of power that they're made out to, the verdict in the R. Kelly trial and how he was able to avoid punishment up until now, as well as our strong dislike for homophobia.
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In this episode, we get into the process of dealing with a break up and knowing when a relationship has run its course, how to break generational curses and seeing the difference between right and wrong on your own, as well as the ups and downs that have come from how the world has progressed compared to when we were younger.
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In this episode, we discuss the 20 year anniversary of 9/11 and some of the racism that resulted from it, the latest on the COVID vaccine mandates and how a lot of it is going too far, the hypocrisy in people praising the film The Matrix while criticizing those who speak up on the issues highlighted in it, as well as the 25 year anniversary of the death of Tupac Shakur.
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In this episode, we discuss suicide and how scary of a place your mind can be, the Texas abortion law and how it's another example of people interfering in the business of others, the concept of standing for a cause while not forcing it on people, and the damage that was caused by Hurricane Ida
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In this episode, we discuss the never ending issue that is COVID, our concerns with the way it has made people behave, as well as some recent news in music including the new Kanye album and the second season of FX's Dave.
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In our season one finale, we discuss the tragic death of DMX and the impact he had on us, the guilty verdict for the police officer who killed George Floyd, how constantly fighting with those you disagree with does more harm than good, and the latest suspicions coming out concerning the COVID vaccine.
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In this episode, we get into DMX's current medical condition and the circumstances that led up to it, how easy it is to be the victim of a scam in the current times we live in now, and how you know when it's the right time to leave one environment for a new one.
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In our 50th episode and also in celebration of my birthday week, we discuss how important it is to still enjoy your birthday even as you get older, the anniversary of the death of NWA's Eazy E and the emphasis the group put on free speech, everything we see wrong with all forms of censorship, and not trying to force your way of thinking on other people.
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In this episode, we discuss slowly getting back into normal routines following the last year of COVID shutdowns, breaking generational curses and not making the same mistakes that the past generation did, and the controversy surrounding the Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion's performance at the Grammys.
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In this episode, we get into Generation Z wanting to cancel Eminem and how out of hand cancel culture is getting, the concept of "living the dream" even if you're not getting paid for it, the light at the end of the tunnel following a year of COVID shutdowns, and the 30 year anniversary of the infamous Rodney King beating.
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In this episode, we get into what made us want to become vegan and the criticism we dealt with for it, the benefits of natural remedies compared to over the counter medicine, and a review of Judas And The Black Messiah.
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In this episode, we express our concerns over potential restrictions that could result from the vaccine being mandatory, the anniversary of Malcolm X's assassination and the domino effect it created, and what the best possible solution is for a couple that is no longer having sex.
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In this post Valentine's Day episode, we discuss the struggles of going through long periods without sex, not jumping into relationships and sex out of desperation, and why some choose to go the celibate route.
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In this episode, we discuss people's desperation for love during Valentine's Day season, how it's better to be up front about your needs with the person you're dating, and why people stay in relationships that they're no longer happy in.
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In this episode, we talk about our experiences smoking for the first time, the Wall Street/GameStop/Robinhood controversy, the 35 year anniversary of the Challenger explosion, and how to cope with the death of a loved one.
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In this episode, we talk about how the Bernie Sanders memes have made him more relevant than the new president and vice president, how people need to be more honest about the shortcomings of the political parties they support, as well as the anniversary of Kobe Bryant's death and the concept of separating the art from the artist.
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In this episode, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King by discussing the risks he took being the face of the Civil Rights movement, the differences between his approach to equality and Malcolm X's, and also the ways in which the black community was effected negatively following his death.
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In this episode, we discuss the recent riots at the capitol and what the motivations were behind it, Trump being banned from Twitter and the potential precedent it may be setting, and how people on both sides need to stop fighting each other and focus on the real enemy.
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In this episode, we get into one's mental health not being an excuse to be an ass hole, how easy it is for the media to make people think a certain way even if it's wrong, and how ridiculously underappreciated/underpaid teachers are.
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In our last episode of 2020, we talk about how the PC culture keeps people from having minds of their own, the concept of New Years resolutions and how many don't stick to them, and the events that made 2020 such a crazy year.
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In this Christmas week edition, we discuss the outrage over the U.S. government only providing $600.00 in stimulus packages, Joel Osteen receiving $4.4 million in loans while ordinary people receive little to nothing, and still finding the fun in the holiday season despite getting older.
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In this episode, we discuss how detrimental TV can be for your health, going to college not being for everyone, the COVID vaccine, and the way people demand more from relationships than they bring to the table.
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In this episode, we get into the Saved By The Bell reboot controversy, finding ways to cope with depression during COVID, and how the PC culture tries to force everybody to be the same.
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In this episode, we discuss dealing with divorce through the film Mrs. Doubtfire, the film Ray and its lesson on standing up for the right thing, and wanting to do music more for the love of it then the fame.
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In this pre-Thanksgiving episode, we discuss the good that comes with celebrating Thanksgiving as a vegan, whether or not vaccines are safe and shady practices in the medical field, and the Fresh Prince reunion and the importance in finding closure.
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In this episode, we discuss more COVID shutdowns and our frustrations with the whole process, how many of the skits form Chapelle's Show wouldn't fly today, and the upcoming Fresh Prince of Bel Air reunion and the show's long lasting legacy.
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In this post election episode, we discuss its outcome and some of the controversy surrounding it, the notion of not just giving someone something because of their gender/skin color, and the role the president plays as a distraction from other important issues.
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In this politically heavy episode, we get into everything surrounding the presidential election from a lack of good candidates to choose from, the division and vote shaming that has resulted from it, and who really has final say in who becomes the president.
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In this episode, we discuss dealing with family drama, the victims of covid who haven't caught the virus, and the many flaws in our political system.
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In this episode, we discuss positive and negative working environments, whether Rick and Morty is better than South Park, and past high school memories
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In this episode, we discuss the LA Lakers winning their 17th NBA title, legendary stand up comedians and their classic skits, and the issues with bullying and our real life experiences with it.
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In this episode, we get into the consequences of staying in your comfort zone, how immature people on social media are towards those they disagree with, and the corruption in the health care system.
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This week, we get into the love we have for animals and the sadness that comes from losing a pet, the way people are using PC culture as a shield, as well as our take on the ups and downs of Marvel movies.
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In this episode, we get into the unhealthy obsession people have with celebrities, the ridiculousness of reality shows, as well as the unfair expectations we place on others to behave the way we want them to.
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In this hip hop heavy episode, we reminisce on our favorite Nas albums in honor of his birthday as well as pay tribute to the late Tupac Shakur and what made him the legend that he is.
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In this episode, we discuss knowing when to end a relationship, the Miley Cyrus vegan controversy, and the policing in the vegan community that sometimes goes too far.
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In this episode, we discuss the tragic death of Chadwick Boseman, the Jacob Blake shooting and the response to it from the NBA, as well as the benefits of going to therapy.
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In this episode, we get into some movie talk, how annoying it is to be stood up, and unrealistic expectations in relationships.
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