Episode 40 - From Shaft to Django: Exploring Black Cinema

In this episode of Collective Loathing, hosts Felix,  #Hollywood, and the Silver Fox dive into the ultimate black history month celebration. Amid their humorous banter, they tackle serious topics like generational differences, school teaching experiences during Black History Month, and even touch on some controversial issues. The trio then shifts focus to entertainment, discussing the black movie phenomenon and their top picks, from classics like 'Coming to America' to modern hits like 'American Gangster.' With a mix of lighthearted humor and thoughtful commentary, this episode offers an engaging look at cultural discussions and fond movie memories.   00:00 Introduction to Collective Loathing 01:43 Meet the Hosts 02:14 Black History Month Discussion 03:02 Art and Diversity in Education 05:04 Controversial Humor and Social Commentary 12:54 Wild Wacky World News 13:25 Bryan Adams Concert Fiasco 17:49 Memphis Zoo's Unique Fundraiser 21:28 Kanye West's Controversial Super Bowl Ad 31:20 Listener Call and Main Topic Introduction 33:25 Sky Dome and Lifetime Tickets 33:48 Memories of a Blue Jays Game 34:51 Defining Black Movies 36:15 Iconic Black Movies and Directors 37:59 Comedy and Controversial Picks 54:22 Historical and Biographical Black Movies 01:02:22 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up