Ali'cia Shanise Reviews
by Ali'cia Shanise
Welcome to Ali'cia Shanise Reviews! Hosted by three-time published urban fiction author Ali'cia Shanise, this podcast explores hip-hop, crime documentaries, TV recaps, urban fiction, audiobooks, and character breakdowns. Since 2021, I've shared authentic conversations, exclusive chapter readings, and behind-the-scenes looks at my writing journey. If you love storytelling, culture, and meaningful discussions, you're in the right place. 🚦
Episodes
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EP 411 | The Drop: A Snowfall Saga – “Blood by Blood” | Recap & Review
🎙️ Spotify Episode Title EP 411 | The Drop: A Snowfall Saga – “Blood by Blood” | Recap & Review We're back with another episode of Alicia Shanise Reviews! 🎙️🔥 In Episode 411, we're diving into The Drop: A Snowfall Saga – “Blood by Blood” with a full recap, review, and my thoughts on the…
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EP 410 | The Drop: A Snowfall Saga | S1E6 “Exit Wounds” | Episode Review & Breakdown
Welcome back to Alicia Shanise Reviews! 🎙️❄️ In Episode 410, we're diving into Season 1, Episode 6 of The Drop: A Snowfall Saga, titled “Exit Wounds.” As the season continues, tensions are rising, relationships are being tested, and the consequences of past decisions are starting to catch up…
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🎙️ The Drop: A Snowfall Saga | Season 1, Episode 5 – Homecoming
The drama continues in Episode 5, “Homecoming,” as The Drop: A Snowfall Saga takes us deeper into a world of family secrets, complicated relationships, loyalty, and consequences. In this episode of Alicia Shanise Reviews, we're breaking down the latest developments, sharing our reactions,...
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🎙️Episode 408: Snowfall: The Saga S1E4 — “The Big Push”
Snowfall: The Saga is back with Episode 4, “The Big Push,” and whew… this episode had A LOT going on. In this recap, I’m breaking down the biggest moments, the character decisions that stood out to me, the tension building throughout the episode, and where I think the story may be headed next. As...
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Fightland Season Finale Recap | “You Won’t See Me Coming” | Episode 407
Fightland closed out its first season, and y’all know I had to talk about it! In episode 407 of Alicia Shanise Reviews, I’m breaking down the finale, sharing what worked, and getting into my two critiques. I told y’all to give this show a chance—and after that ending, I’m hoping we get a season...
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Episode 406 | The Drop: A Snowfall Saga — Season 1, Episode 3: “Family Matters”
Episode 406 | The Drop: A Snowfall Saga — Season 1, Episode 3: “Family Matters” Artillery has the CRASH unit on his heels, while Jenny and Wanda try to get his single and video moving. Leon has a vision for the community, Lamar still has a lot to learn, and the tension between James and Big Daddy...
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EP 405 | The Drop: A Snowfall Saga S1E2 “Street Matrix” Recap & Review
The streets are already applying pressure in Episode 2 of The Drop: A Snowfall Saga—and nobody’s dreams are safe. Wanda lands a new job and continues chasing her music dreams, but the violence surrounding her threatens to tear everything apart. Meanwhile, Leon is forced to step in and settle a...
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🎙️Episode 404: Fightland S1E7 — “Without Me, There Is No You” | Recap & Review
I told y’all to give Fightland time—and Episode 7 proved me right! With time running out, Duke closes in on his target, but an unexpected countermove threatens to bring everything crashing down. I’m breaking down the episode’s biggest moments, the boxing, the crime, the character decisions—and…
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Snowfall Saga: Click Pop” Season 1 Episode 1 Premiere |🎙️ Ep. 403 Recap and Review
The Snowfall saga is officially back! In Episode 402, I’m breaking down the Season 1 premiere, “Click Pop,” and sharing my honest first impressions of this new chapter. We may not have Franklin Saint anymore—he was the OG who built it brick by brick—but we have to give this new story and its...
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🎙️Episode 402: Fightland S1E6 “A War Is Coming” Review
A war is coming—and Fightland is turning up the heat! In Episode 402 of Alicia Shanise Reviews, I’m breaking down Season 1, Episode 6, “A War Is Coming.” The writing continues to get better with every episode, the tension is building, and it’s clear that patience with this story is starting to…
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Quick Podcast Update: Technical Difficulties & What’s Next 🎙️
Quick Podcast Update: Technical Difficulties & What’s Next 🎙️ A quick check-in with my listeners regarding a few technical issues in Episode 400 and the latest Fightland recap. Episode 400 has a brief section where music accidentally plays over the audio, and the Fightland episode came out with...
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Fightland Season 1 Episode 5 “I WANT THIS” Recap & Review
We’re back with another Fightland recap! In Season 1, Episode 5, “I WANT THIS,” things continue to heat up as the story pushes forward and the stakes keep getting higher. In this episode, I’m breaking down my thoughts on the episode, the characters, the decisions being made, and where I think...
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Episode 400: The Journey, The Growth & The Dream
400 episodes. Wow. In this special milestone episode, I’m taking a moment to reflect on the journey that started back in 2021 and everything this podcast has grown into since then. I talk about why I started podcasting, some of my favorite moments and topics throughout the years, including...
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Fightland Season 1, Episode 4 Review: “Protect Yourself at All Times”
Fightland is back with Season 1, Episode 4, “Protect Yourself at All Times,” and the pressure continues to build. In Episode 399, Alicia Shanise breaks down the biggest moments, character decisions, and ongoing storylines from the episode—while sharing her honest thoughts on where the series may…
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Episode 399: FIGHTLAND — Revenge, Power & the Marshall Family | Episodes 1–3 Recap
Episode 399 is here! 🎙️ Today on Alicia Shanise Reviews, I’m breaking down the first three episodes of FIGHTLAND. At the center of the story is former heavyweight champion Duke Kilroy, fresh out of prison and returning to London with one thing on his mind: revenge. But the deeper we get into the...
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Episode 398 | Power Book III: Raising Kanan Series Finale Recap – "Unconditional Love" | The End of an Era
The journey comes to an end. In Episode 398, I break down the series finale of Power Book III: Raising Kanan, "Unconditional Love." After five unforgettable seasons, we finally witness the closing chapter of Kanan Stark's origin story and the emotional ending that reshapes everything we thought…
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🎙️ Episode 397: The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew Vol. 3 | Chapters 4 & 5 – "Control Ain't the Same as Peace" & "When Silence Turns Dangerous"
In Episode 397 of Alicia Shanise Reviews, we're back inside The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew: Volume 3 with two powerful chapters that explore the emotional weight behind survival. Chapter 4: "Control Ain't the Same as Peace" reminds us that holding everything together doesn't always mean healing....
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Episode 396 | The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew Vol. 3 — Chapters 3 & 4: “Numb Don’t Mean Healed” + “Pressure from Every Angle”
The story continues as we return to the streets of Park-Hill with two powerful chapters from The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew: Volume 3. In Chapter 3: "Numb Don't Mean Healed," we explore the emotional weight of trauma and loss. Just because the pain goes quiet doesn't mean it's gone. Some wounds...
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🎙️ Episode 395: Raising Kanan Season 5, Episode 7 – "Penultimate" Review
🎙️ Episode 395: The countdown to the finale is officially on! In this episode of Alicia Shanise Reviews, we're breaking down Raising Kanan Season 5, Episode 7, "Penultimate," and yes—penultimate means second to last. With the season nearing its end, every decision carries more weight, loyalties...
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🎙️ Episode 394: CMB Part 2 | The Rise of Cash Money Brothers: The Takeover of Lafayette Gardens
In Part 2 of our three-part CMB series, we take a closer look at how the Cash Money Brothers rose to power in Brooklyn's Lafayette Gardens during the early 1990s. This episode explores how the organization got its name, the transition of power following the Hamilton brothers, and how Damian…
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🎙️ Episode 393 Title Power Book III: Raising Kanan (Final Season) Episode 6 "DARK MATTER" | Every Move Has Consequences
The final season continues! In Episode 393 of Ali'cia Shanise Reviews, we're breaking down Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 5, Episode 6, "DARK MATTER." As the stakes continue to rise, alliances are tested, loyalties shift, and every decision pushes these characters closer to an unforgettable...
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🎙️ New Here? Start Here! | Alicia Shanise Reviews Official Trailer
New to Alicia Shanise Reviews? You're in the right place. Hosted by three-time published urban fiction author Ali'cia Shanise, this podcast explores the stories behind television, hip-hop, true crime, urban fiction, and unforgettable characters. From in-depth recaps and documentary discussions to...
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Episode 392 | Returning to Park-Hill: Volume 3, Chapter 1 – "Some Letters Don't Set You Free"
Welcome back to another episode of Ali'cia Shanise Reviews! In Episode 392, we're stepping back into the world of The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew with a reading of Volume 3, Chapter 1: "Some Letters Don't Set You Free." Every story has a beginning, but not every beginning brings peace. Some…
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Episode 391 | The Rise of CMB: Damion "World" Hardy, Wise & the Birth of Brooklyn's Cash Money Brothers (Part 1)
escription Welcome back to another episode of Ali'cia Shanise Reviews! In Part 1 of this three-part documentary series, we begin exploring the story of Brooklyn's infamous Cash Money Brothers (CMB), led by Damion "World" Hardy and his brother Wise out of the Lafayette Gardens Houses. This episode...
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Episode 390 | Behind the Mic: A Quick Update ⭐
This week, I'm just checking in with everyone and saying thank you for all of your continued support. In this short episode, I share why I decided to take a little more time with my upcoming Cash Money Brothers (CMB) documentary series instead of rushing the story. I also talk about what's coming...
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Episode 389 | Raising Kanan Season 5 Episode 5 Recap | "SCHOOL OF WAR" | Final Season Breakdown
In Episode 389 of Ali'cia Shanise Reviews, we're breaking down the latest episode of the final season of Raising Kanan as we recap Season 5, Episode 5, "SCHOOL OF WAR." From major character moments and shifting alliances to the hidden details you may have missed, we dissect the episode scene by...
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We're Back! Raising Kanan Season 5 Recap + What's Next for Ali'ciaShanise Reviews
Welcome back to Ali'ciaShanise Reviews! 🎙️ After a short break, I'm finally back behind the microphone! In this episode, we're catching up and talking about everything that's been happening in Raising Kanan Season 5 (Episodes 1–4)—the storylines, the characters, the moves being made, and my...
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🎙️ Episode 387 — What to Expect From The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew, Volume 3 (NO SPOILERS) 🎙️
The moment is finally here. In this special no-spoiler episode, I’m breaking down what readers can expect from Volume 3 of The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew — the final chapter in the trilogy that started back in 2021. This episode is all about themes, energy, and emotional direction — not plot...
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🎙️🎧 EPISODE 386 | FINAL CHAPTER READING 🎧🎙️ The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew – Volume 2 Chapter 10: FEEL IT IN THE AIR
What’s up family 🖤 Today’s episode is special. We’ve officially reached the final chapter of Volume 2, and if you’ve been riding with the Park-Hill Crew from the beginning… you already know the weight of this moment. In FEEL IT IN THE AIR, the tension is thick, the paranoia is loud, and the...
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🎙️ The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew | Volume 2 – Episode 385 | Chapter 9: You Got Me 🎙️
In this chapter, emotions run high and loyalty is tested as love, trust, and unspoken truths collide. You Got Me pulls back the layers on relationships that feel solid on the surface—but are quietly shifting underneath. This is one of those moments where everything feels right… even when you know...
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🎙️ The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew – Episode 384 Chapter 8: Darkest Winter
In this episode of The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew, we dive into Chapter 8, “Darkest Winter,” where the cold hits deeper than the season itself. As pressures mount and loyalty is tested, the crew faces emotional lows, hard truths, and moments that quietly reshape who they’re becoming. This chapter...
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🎙️ Episode 383: RUNNIN — The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew (Vol. 2 Chapter Reading)
In this chapter reading from The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew: Volume 2, titled “RUNNIN,” the pressure is heavy and there’s no room to slow down. As the crew continues to level up, the consequences of past decisions begin creeping closer. Trust is thin, paranoia is real, and everyone is running…
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Episode 382: Power Book IV: Force — Season 3 Finale Review BEGINNING OF THE END” (Episode 10)
In this episode, Alicia Shanise breaks down the season 3 finale of Power Book IV: Force, Episode 10 — “Beginning of the End.” Tommy Egan’s war in Chicago reaches a boiling point as alliances shift, betrayals are exposed, and the groundwork is laid for what’s coming next. From power plays to...
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The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew, Vol. 2 – Chapter 6: “The Connect”
In this episode, Alicia Shanise continues the The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew chapter-by-chapter reading series with Volume 2, Chapter 6: “The Connect.” As the crew’s money grows and the pressure intensifies, alliances are tested and business starts moving on a higher level. This chapter dives...
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Ep. 380 — The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew Vol. 2 | Chapter 5: “Slippin’” — Reading Segment
In today’s episode, we dive back into The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew with a reading from Volume 2 — Chapter 5: “Slippin’.” This chapter peels back the layers on the choices, emotions, and street energy shaping the crew’s journey — told with realness, heart, and authenticity straight from the...
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Park-Hill Character Files: Introducing the Breakdown Series
In this episode, I’m giving you a sneak-peek into my upcoming Character Breakdown Series — starting right here on the podcast. This series is all about going deeper into the minds, trauma, love stories, loyalty, flaws, and survival instincts of the characters from The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew....
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Episode 379 — Power Book IV: Force Season 3 • Episode 9 “Requiem” | Recap & Review
In this episode, I break down Power Book IV: Force — Season 3, Episode 9, “Requiem.” Things are coming to a boiling point in Chicago as loyalties are tested, alliances crumble, and the consequences of every move start to close in on Tommy. With the streets shifting and enemies getting bolder…
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Episode 378 — “The Reckoning” (Recap & Review)
Episode 378 — “The Reckoning” (Recap & Review) Step into Episode 378 as we break down “The Reckoning,” a turning-point episode packed with tension, truth-bombs, and consequences that can’t be undone. I walk you through the biggest moments, the emotional fallout, character motivations, and what...
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Power Book IV Force Season 3 Ep 8 (BUILD BACK BETTER
Today on Alicia Shanise Reviews, we’re back in Chicago with another breakdown of the Starz original series Power Book IV: Force — Season 3 Episode 8, “Build Back Better.” This episode was 🔥 and the pressure is piling up from every direction. We see loyalties tested, lines crossed, and everybody...
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Power Book IV: Force Season 3 Episode 7 Recap & Review | “Lines in the Sand”
In today’s episode, I’m recapping and reviewing Power Book IV: Force Season 3, Episode 7 titled “Lines in the Sand.” This episode is all about choosing sides, loyalty being tested, and the pressure closing in as lines are officially drawn. Every decision comes with consequences, and nobody is…
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Power Book IV Force Final season 3 episode 6 (Asset Forfeiture)
Today’s episode was a recap and review of STARZ’s original TV series Power Book IV: Force, Final Season 3 Episode 6 titled “Asset Forfeiture.” Hope you enjoy, and as always thank you for your love and support. Share share share — tell a friend to tell a friend! Episode 375 FB: aliciashanise IG:...
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Power Book IV Force Season 4-episode 5 (Save the Last Dance) Recap & Review
Today’s episode was a recap and review of Starz original TV show series Power Book IV: Force Final Season 4 Episode 6 titled “Save The Last Dance.” Hope you enjoy and thank you for your support. Share share share — tell a friend to tell a friend! FB aliciashanise IG aliciashanisereviews Email for...
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Bel-Air Recap & Review Season 4 episodes 6-8
Today’s episode was a recap and review of Peacock’s original TV show series Bel-Air Final Season 4 — Episodes 6, 7 & 8 titled: Episode 6: “Your Crown Is Waiting For You” Episode 7: “The Rules of Engagement” Episode 8: “The Choice Is Yours” Hope you enjoy and thank you for your love and support....
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Bel-Air Recap & Review Season 4 episode 4 & 5 Brother's Keeper/ Gorilla Glue Duct Tape
Today's episode is a full recap and review of Peacock’s original series Bel-Air Final Season 4 — Episodes 4 (“My Brother’s Keeper”) and 5 (“Gorilla Glue & Duct Tape”). We break down the storylines, character arcs, and all the drama unfolding this season. Tap in and let me know your thoughts!…
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The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew Volume 2 Chapter 4 FALL 2003
Today's episode is a chapter reading from my book The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew Vol. 2, Chapter 4 titled “Fall 2003.” Hope you enjoy and thank you for your continued support. Full books are available on Amazon — paperback & e-book for Vol. 1 & Vol. 2. Also available in Atlanta at Nubian Book...
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Bel-Air Season 4 Episodes 1-3 Recap & Review
Today's episode was a recap and review of Peacock's original TV show series Bel-Air final season 4, episodes 1–3: “The Maybes,” “Be a Kid,” and “What Are You Doing for Thanksgiving.” Hope you enjoy and thank you for your support. FB: aliciashanise IG: aliciashanisereviews Email:...
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Power Book IV Force Recap & Review S 3 Ep 4 (TIME TO SEE THE KING)
Today’s episode is a full recap and review of the Starz Original TV Series Power Book IV: Force — Final Season 3, Episode 4, titled “Time to See the King.” I break down all the major moments, character moves, plot twists, and the themes building toward this final season’s endgame. Thank you as...
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The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew Vol. 2 | Chapter 2 “Shakim–Shakim
Welcome back, family! In today’s episode, I bring you a special reading segment straight from my book, The Tale of the Park-Hill Crew Vol. 2, Chapter Two, titled “Shakim–Shakim.” Written by yours truly, this chapter dives deeper into the world, characters, and story you’ve all been loving. I hope...
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Power Book IV Force Final Season 3-episode 3 Recap & Review (There's Always A Price)
Today's episode is a full recap and review of the Starz original TV series Power Book IV: Force, Final Season 3, Episode 3 — “There’s Always a Price.” Hope you enjoy, and thank you for all your support! Episode 367 Connect with me: 📌 Facebook: aliciashanise 📌 Instagram: aliciashanisereviews 📌...
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Power Book IV Force season 3 Episode 2 (A SEAT AT THE TABLE) Recap & Review
Today's episode was a recap and review of the original TV series Power Book IV Force final season 3 episode 2 titled (A SEAT AT THE TABLE) Hope you enjoy and thank you for your support. Episode 366 FB aliciashanise IGaliciashanisereviews email [email protected] for anyrecap…
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About this show
Welcome to Ali'cia Shanise Reviews! Hosted by three-time published urban fiction author Ali'cia Shanise, this podcast explores hip-hop, crime documentaries, TV recaps, urban fiction, audiobooks, and character breakdowns. Since 2021, I've shared authentic conversations, exclusive chapter readings, and behind-the-scenes looks at my writing journey. If you love storytelling, culture, and meaningful discussions, you're in the right place. 🚦
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