Skin Deep Conversations

A deep dive into the 2024 Election. We discuss what we believe won Trump the election and the consequences of it.

For too long, individuals within the entertainment industry have exploited vulnerable individuals. In light of recent headlines and rumors surrounding hip-hop mogul P. Diddy, producer James and Kittie KaBoom discuss why this happens and what can be done to stop it.

For too long, individuals within the entertainment industry have exploited vulnerable individuals. In light of recent headlines and rumors surrounding the hip-hop mogul P. Diddy, producer James and Kittie KaBoom engage in a discussion of why it happens and what can be done to stop it.

With Election Day approaching in less than two weeks, candidates have intensified their efforts in key swing states, engaging in interviews across various media platforms. Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have sought to clarify their positions and appeal to voters. In this segment of Skin in the Game, my co-host Kittie offers a succinct analysis of who to vote for and why.

Our third episode is finally out for you all to enjoy! Kittie and I had a blast making this episode, and we’re super excited to share it with you. We wanted to take a fun and different approach to this episode, and we thought it would be awesome to talk about superheroes. But we wanted to put our unique spin on it, so we decided to discuss how black and white superheroes are portrayed in the media. From the classic heroes like Superman to the newer ones like Black Panther that are popular with younger audiences, we’ll be covering it all. So, grab some popcorn, sit back, and let’s dive into the world of superheroes with Kittie and me! 

The unexpected conclusion of this monumental narrative profoundly altered its trajectory, leaving Christina and her family astounded. Prepare to witness the culmination of this extraordinary event concluded…..or does it?

We’re back for Season 2! In our premiere episode, we’ll follow up on our most compelling and shocking podcast about Christina Ellis’s battle with the Seattle School Department. Despite her positive outcome, the story doesn’t end there. Get ready for an even crazier next chapter!

Joe Biden is leaving the 2024 presidential race. Vice President Kamala Harris has stepped up and is ready to take on Trump. kittie, has something to say about it because she has some skin in the game.

We all do it......hangout on various social media platforms. kittie and I get into what "Social Media" platforms we like to engage others on, our favorite podcasts and streaming series. From X and Truth Social to Facebook, we talk about what we enjoy and dislike about the platforms and the fun we have participating on them. Join us for a light-hearted conversation about the wonders of the internet......and remember it's just skin deep.

GOP lawmaker Kevin McCarthy tweeted: “Critical race theory goes against everything Martin Luther King Jr. has taught us.” In Florida’s STOP WOKE ACT in 2021, schools and businesses are prohibited from discussing race and racism in a way that white people don’t like. Billionaire Bill Ackman was leading the charge to have Claudine Gay ousted as the President of Harvard University saying: that DEI initiatives are racist & that he is worried about reverse racism. In response, MLK’s daughter has weighed in on some lawmaker’s OPINIONS that project their own ideas and beliefs saying that her dad’s words  are consistently misconstrued.  She tweeted: “My father’s dream and work included eradicating racism, not ignoring it” After researching the topic of the historic holiday of Martin Luther King’s birth, I could not find any evidence of any actual celebration or an act of homage by white people SOLEY.  Articles were written, opinions on podcasts given, etc., but nothing substantial from a group of whites in celebration of him. This week is all about white people’s contribution OR Lack thereof as it relates to this holiday & our thoughts on the topic.  

Part 3: Racism is everywhere. Despite some people’s desire to act as if it doesn’t exist or it’s over (both ridiculous claims) it is alive and thriving in almost every facet of our lives.  Part 2 of this podcast episode explores the racism that exists in the school system-specifically in Seattle, Washington where James’ homie, Christina, refused to go along to get along for the sake of her black son.  Her story is a real testimony to the strength & tenacity of a mom defending her son against the misguided & complacent system in place in Seattle, Washington. This is one you don’t want to miss yall! We are breaking it allllll the way down & encouraging others to get into GOOD TROUBLE for fair and equitable rights and behaviors. We have to make that the standard for our future generations for any sustainable change to occur. We have to lead by example & challenge ourselves to see the world the way it truly is….not the way we want it to be!

Part 2 Racism is everywhere. Despite some people’s desire to act as if it doesn’t exist or it’s over (both ridiculous claims) it is alive and thriving in almost every facet of our lives.  Part 2 of this podcast episode explores the racism that exists in the school system-specifically in Seattle, Washington where James’ homie, Christina, refused to go along to get along for the sake of her black son.  Her story is a real testimony to the strength & tenacity of a mom defending her son against the misguided & complacent system in place in Seattle, Washington. This is one you don’t want to miss yall! We are breaking it allllll the way down & encouraging others to get into GOOD TROUBLE for fair and equitable rights and behaviors. We have to make that the standard for our future generations for any sustainable change to occur. We have to lead by example & challenge ourselves to see the world the way it truly is….not the way we want it to be!

Part 1 Racism is everywhere. Despite some people’s desire to act as if it doesn’t exist or it’s over (both ridiculous claims) it is alive and thriving in almost every facet of our lives.  Our latest podcast episode explores the racism that exists in the school system-specifically in Seattle, Washington where James’ homie, Christina, refused to go along to get along for the sake of her black son.  Her story is a real testimony to the strength & tenacity of a mom defending her son against the misguided & complacent system in place in Seattle, Washington. This is one you don’t want to miss yall! We are breaking it all the way down & encouraging others to get into GOOD TROUBLE for fair and equitable rights and behaviors. We have to make that the standard for our future generations for any sustainable change to occur. We have to lead by example & challenge ourselves to see the world the way it truly is….not the way we want it to be!

This episode is yum yum good because we’re talking food! Soul food, Mexican food, Irish food, Indian food. We’re talking all things delicious and how different ethnicities celebrate the same ingredients with their own unique and SPECIAL preparation and then the execution to make it their own! I’m a huge “foodie” and James actually studied the art of cooking, so we’re ALL IN on this light & really fun discussion. Join us for a mouth watering discussion on SKIN DEEP CONVERSATIONS.

We are trying out a new thing here at Skin Deep Conversations. We're creating a new segment for the podcast called "Skin in the Game. The segments will sometimes be part of the overall larger conversation within a podcast; at other times, it will be a stand-alone short episode. It will allow me, Kittie, or our guests, to speak about things we are passionate about or situations that affecting our lives, as to say we have SKIN IN THE GAME. First up is my co-host kittie KABoom "Bali Bound"

We all do it…make assumptions about who people are and how they behave based on preconceived assumptions or STEREOTYPES.  We’re doing something a little different this week by collaborating with Marcus Adams & Barron Shorte from Parking Level 3 on the topic of stereotypes. This is a really good one y’all-with tons of theories getting debunked, strong opinions & hilarious references to the “WHITE PASS.”  You gotta listen & laugh with us to find out what that reference is and maybe, juuuust maybe you’ll learn as we did- that your experience with a group or race of people is not the only experience there is.  Let’s all learn & grow together & keep in mind, it’s only skin deep!

This week we are doing a deep dive into Trump’s appeal within the POC and People of the Global Majority community.  How are these marginalized groups swayed by President Trump and his disingenuous rhetoric?  What is the WIN for them as individuals and within the often discriminated group they belong to?  Let’s try to put our GRACE hats on and have a discussion about 45 and what appeals to these folks.

We OUTSIIIIIIDE yall! Welcome to another episode of Skin Deep Conversations with Producer James and kittie KaBoom. We decided to take a field trip for the “BLACKEST” holiday there is in this country-JUNETEENTH! We went to Leimert Park in the Crenshaw district of Los Angeles and it was LITTY as expected. We saw, we ate, and we asked questions. We were able to get some great interviews from black people about the significance of Juneteenth and some comedic relief about cultural “insider stuff” that gave James tons of insight and provided kittie with some much needed melanin re-up. Join us as we share what our day was like and how we can ALL appreciate the message and the meaning behind the holiday. MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR VISUAL REPLAY OF JUNETEENTH AT LEIMERT PARK on our youtube channel and IG page, and don’t forget to follow and subscribe to SKIN DEEP CONVERSATIONS where you listen to your podcasts.

This week James and kittie explore what living in shrouded secrecy looks like as it relates to your skin color-LITERALLY! White people disguising themselves as black and even more prevalently, Black people “passing” as white has always been a “thing.” As more and more people are being outed and/or are coming clean, the world wants to know WHY. This episode explores the motivation, the process and the repercussions behind this huge decision.

These days, almost everyone has at least one social media account. Despite some creatives being able to protect their art, their spoken word, their songs/singing, and dance routines when they post, TikTok has specifically been under fire for not only allowing white people to repost black people's art (primarily dances) as their own but have even gone as far as to delete the original black creative's accounts altogether.  Mostly, teenagers, many white kids have become millionaires with endorsement deals, and reality shows that allow them to live in a house together and post stolen content. In contrast, black kids are not given any credit for their original dances and are sometimes penalized for violations where their white counterparts are rewarded.

EP 5. Fat Shaming Hosts Producer James, and kittie KaBoom unpack the selective outrage of society as it relates to fat/big people, but with the specific focus on how people shame and bully fat/big people of color; especially black people. The primary focus is the performer, Lizzo, but the discussion includes many examples of how white people that are fat receive a very different reception than their black counterparts. LET’S GET INTO IT!

EP 4 Reality Casting In this episode James and kittie are talking to their guest, Casting Producer Mimi Vengoechea on the topic of Reality show casting and how Hollywood approaches, casts and determines who is cast in what role for what PURPOSE. Code terms, Black as a description for a show…we get into all of the stereotypes and unspoken typecasting within the entertainment industry. LET’S GET INTO IT!

Today's podcast is all about being black and talented in the world of animation.  Our guest, Carl Jones is a multi-hyphenate in television primarily with animation, toys, a production company, NFT's and soooo much more.  I'm proud to call this brother a friend and somewhat of a colleague in the competitive niche of Voice Over. Y'all please come get into it while we dissect what it means to be a Black creative in the world of Animation.  The challenges, the humble beginnings, the wins and the pitfalls all make for a great podcast, so stop reading and start listening to: TALK N' BLACK AND WHITE with Producer James and kittie KaBoom. Let's Goooooooo!!!

EP 2. The Joys of Cannabis This episode has two guests; Syeeda, Manager at Budega in North Hollywood, CA and Lauren, Co-owner of The Artist Tree in West Hollywood, CA. Both of these brick and mortar dispensaries are flourishing in their own right, but the struggles to get licensed, marketing, follow strict guidelines etc. are very different for these women as Lauren is white and Syeeda is black. Especially with the long history of disproportionate arrests as it relates to cannabis, we are discussing what being a woman, as well as a woman of color in a male dominated industry that was once an illegal industry looks like LET’S GET INTO IT!

EP 1 Religion James is an Atheist and kittie is a Baptist Christian and they’re genuine friends. The topic of religion has come up within their conversations many times, but have respectively given each other space to be their most authentic selves. What does the discussion sound like when they stop being polite and start unpacking what it means to have faith, and believe in God, The Universe, Allah, Buddah OR having no belief at all… LET’S GET INTO IT!