It's 2017 and in spirit of “New Year, New Me”, with the influx of new faces in the gym committing to a healthier lifestyle, we discuss health, fitness, and nutrition with Black Fitness Today co-founders Lauren and Ilen Bell. Additionally, Jay isn’t a cheap date, Alex is finally an uncle, and Facebook has all the answers.
In our latest Afterparty installment, we discuss "Hidden Figures", starring Taraji P. Henson, Janelle Monáe, and Octavia Spencer. Oh, and shoutout to Pharrell for providing the soundtrack as well.
Buy the book that inspired the movie, Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly here.
2016 was quite the year, so we've rolled out a bonus-sized Afterparty episode to talk all about it.
Our last five joints:
Episode 14: "Guess Who's Coming To Dinner" (feat. Tunde Wey): HERE
Episode 13: "Black Girl Bandwidth" (feat. Evelyn from the Internets and A.V. Perkins of AV Does What): HERE
The Afterparty: The 2016 Soul Train Awards. HERE
The Afterparty: Moonlight (feat. Nickolas Gaines).
Episode 12: "By Any Means Necessary" (feat. Ronnie Man Hatcher and Nickolas Gaines). HERE
In this episode, we chop it up with chef Tunde Wey about his revolutionary "Blackness In America" dinner series, some of the challenges he's faced in America as a Nigerian immigrant, what city has the best food, and the inherently destructive nature of patriarchy. Additionally, Alex has nothing but love for Prince, Jay is long overdue for a car bed, and Facebook exile is not for the weak.
In our latest and greatest, we're joined by YouTube phenom Evelyn From The Internets and D.I.Y. guru A.V. Perkins to celebrate the wonders of #BlackGirlMagic. We discuss A.V.'s latest creation "University of Dope", the first card game dedicated to Hip-Hop culture, Evelyn's recent trip to Thailand, the impact gentrification has left on her Austin stomping grounds, and what it means to be a Magical Black Girl. Additionally, Donald Trump has Alex ready to throw chairs and Jay's prom recollections leave much to be desired.
Kat Kinsman's book, mentioned by Alex: Hi Anxiety: Life With a Bad Case of Nerves
You need to read this.
In our latest installment of "The Afterparty", we discuss The 2016 Soul Train Awards. Who had the best performance? What were the big surprises? And was that a lace front that Aaron Hall had on?
In this edition of "The Afterparty" we opine on Solange's latest release, "A Seat At The Table". Does it live up to expectations? Additionally, Alex appreciates personal pronouns, Nick's favorite number is thirty-six, and Jay thinks Julez is selfish.
Find Moonlight near you here.
Every revolution has a catalyst, and in this episode we chop it up with Ronnie Man Hatcher of New Era Chicago to discuss his decision to spearhead his own in the notorious streets of Chicago. He breaks down his movement, his vision, and his refusal to apologize for uplifting his people by any means necessary. Additionally, Nick can't get enough of Chance The Rapper, Jay reveals his post-Election self-care regimen, and Alex wants you to have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
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