Rita's Room: Recent Episodes
CJL
Welcome to Rita's Room! Come on in, take your shoes off, and make yourself at home as we dive into 90's black culture with an updated twist. Based on an excerpt from the 1993 classic Sister Act 2, Rita's Room takes a glance at today's society by using the show, movie, and song titles from the 1990's to give voice to our current social climate. Hosted by CJL, a native of Maryland, Rita's Room will cover topics such as faith, childhood stories, relationships and more. Get ready for a podcast that will take you down memory lane while simultaneously making you laugh, think, and process. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ritasroom/support
Crystal takes a break from her hiatus to share an update on life and its lessons.
Intro: Donald Lawerence Seasons
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Hey!! Taking a break from my hiatus to give you guys an authentic (REAL) update of how life has been.
Intro Music:
Soul Street - Got to Be Real - YouTube
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Sorry for the hiatus!!! Life is doing its thing... Anyway here is my take on 3 black classic films( Love & Basketball, Soul Food, and Set It Off) that delve into the different types of relationships: Romantic, Family, and Friends.
Intro Music: Total - What About Us (If Your Girl Only Knew Remix) - YouTube
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Traveling is one way that expand our knowledge of the world and ourselves. Join Crystal as she recalls a once in a lifetime European excursion with the ladies she traveled with. Ft Sierra, Jazmine, and Ericka. SN; This is the first time we've all seen each other together in 10 years! Part 1 or 2
Intro Music:
Lisa Stansfield- All around the world house remix
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqEc81xBSMk
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Sorry for the delay! This segment mirrors last season's where Crystal expounds of a few men of the 90s that she admires and looks up too. To kick it off, we have the mogul Tyler Perry-known for creating polarizing public opinions. Join Crystal as she reflects on the career and legacy of the writer, director, and actor.
Intro Music:
Yours Truly ;)
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We all tend to play up our strengths and down play our weaknesses. This week Crystal discusses how having a full range of one's strengths and weaknesses are key.
Intro Music: Jazmin Sisters Weak remix
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gs2vS-neppM
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The world of beauty has many definitions. Join Crystal and her hair stylist Ateallah(Tee-Tee) as they discuss the nuances and trends of beauty from their personal perspective. Be sure to check out Tee Tee’s work on these platforms: IG : @ilove_amichelle2 FB : Ateallah Michelle
Intro Music: Dru Hill Beauty Mix- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdfgWITOL6k
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Crystal journey's that infamous question "what do you want to be when you grow up?" while also considering the characteristics of being a dreamer vs. a realist.
Intro Music:
Mary J Blige - A Dream
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Baltimore and DC/PG County are cities that are 50 miles apart that often get lumped into the cultural conglomerate of the DMV. Join Crystal and guest Sarah, as they dissect the culture of Baltimore and it's neighbor Washington D.C/PG County.
Intro Music:
ROLL CALL-CCB
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Crystal kicks off season 2 with reflections of "home" and what that means on a personal and broader level.
Intro Music: SUNRAE Music
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIv3hMPHgFA
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Join Crystal as she closes out the season with the final segment of "A different world" as she recalls her Senior year and the lessons that ensued. This is also the Season Finale of Rita's Room. Thank Ya'll so much for listening to my heart and stories. Stay posted for Season 2.
Intro Music:
Crystal
Clip of BSU Airband:
https://youtu.be/1Hycg7puH6I (Time Stamp 25:10- 31:05)
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Crystal list the top 5 things she's been watching since the quarantine has been in effect. What have you guys been watching??
Intro Music:
iComplexity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6756GtOEIw
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Crystal and guest Egerton discuss the nature and implications of platonic relationships.
Into Music; Deborah Cox and RL
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Unpacking the 1993 classic Poetic Justice, Crystal also examines the definition of fairness and its implications by combining a childhood story with consideration to The Ultimate Judge(God... duh lol)
Intro Music:
DJ 93rd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M1pj8avREC4
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Crystal and guest Wone( ChillsforReal) dissect the 1991 classic Boyz in the Hood while merging their own experiences of growing up in an urban setting.
Intro Music:
Matt Kretowicz: https://soundcloud.com/mattkretowicz/boyz-in-the-hood-nwa-remix
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The 3rd installment of the "A Different World" segment where Crystal discloses her junior year of college.
Intro Music:
Me!!!!!!!!
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CREAM tackles all things work related: dreams, culture, code-switching, and all the in-between that we deal with with working to make money. Featuring Katrina and Brooke.
Intro Music:
Masked Man CREAM remix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJHxQkoCUBg
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The 2nd installment of the Different World segment, Crystal journeys down her 2nd year of college.
Intro Music:
Ya girl! lol
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This week's episode concentrates on the cultural aspects and personal experiences of the 3 main religions, Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, through the lens of Crystal and guests Liora and Dilare.
Intro Music:
Cheryl Pepsi Riley-What if God was one of us
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Z2rjlzYuaA
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Crystal unpacks the significance of the trailblazing show A Different World. She also dives into her own college experience. (Part 1 of 4)
Intro Music:
Crystal !!! lol nah but for real
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Crystal and guest Jordan share their passion and appreciation for all things 90s.
Intro Music:
Dj Smallz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izSv1YqkiJs
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Crystal rolls out the third and final installment of her women of the 90s segment with the illustrious Queen Latifah. She recalls Queen's prototypic career and the path taken to reach such nuanced success levels.
Intro Music:
Kenyi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJDq9M9hxK8
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Crystal expounds on the life and career of Mary J Blige and how her authenticity gave her and countless other young girls permission to be themselves.
Intro Music:
MikeTheProducer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7vfZNvnqAQ
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Drifting a little from the flow of the podcast, Crystal explore the first of 3 episodes dedicated to some women of the 90s whose career and life inspired and impacted her.
Intro Music:
AudioSavage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJwFgtKeeB8
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A quick promo for Crystal's new music review YouTube Channel!
YouTube Channel; WhatChuKnowBoutDat
Link to video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5lI7OBtumQ&feature=youtu.be
Intro Music; DJ Carvell- All I want for Christmas
Happy Holidays!
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In honor of the holiday season, Crystal expounds on her faith and how that is implemented in her everyday life.
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Crystal and guest Jordan discuss the show Living Single and what singleness means to them contextualized in the current dating/relationship trends.
Intro Music:
iComplexity- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rs-9xtux1YI
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Crystal recalls some of life's most gut-punching moments of life and how life's toughest battles often produce unexpected but necessary growth.
Intro Music: Wey U Chante Moore
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Crystal and guest Brooke tackle Blackstreets' "Don't leave me" through the lens of rejection/ abandonment and how that plays a role in our everyday lives.
Intro Music:
DJ Tray: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NsWBzidsAs
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Crystal recalls some childhood stories that shaped her experiences and expectations of the men in her life.
Intro Music:
DJ Syxx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wQhSJsw0U4U
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Family Matters tackles the dual dealings(biggest blessings/worst enemies) of family and Crystal's upbringing. Explores how you can love your family while setting boundaries and standards on the interaction.
Intro Song:
Remix Maniacs
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Girlfriends explores the dynamics of female friendships through the lens of the tv show Girlfriends. Crystal and her guest Kat, think back on their experiences as friends and define what friendship means to them.
Intro Music:
Crystal!!!! No lie, I literally was inspired to make this mix at 3 o'clock in the morning! So yeaaa... Enjoy lol!
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Wassup yall!! This is the introduction to the podcast Rita's Room! Just a short blurb about the structure, purpose, and intent of the show and what you can expect from your host Crystal J.
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